IF you find your iPhone is constantly on low battery, then you may be charging it wrong – here’s what you need to know.
When compared with older models, today’s iPhone batteries have come a long way.
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Still, they’re not indestructible and if you don’t take care of them, they will die out sooner than later.
In extreme cases, they may even overheat and damage your Apple device.
That said, people make charging mistakes with their iPhones every day.
Thankfully, we have compiled a number of tips to help you preserve your battery and improve charging within minutes.
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Don’t use your phone while it’s charging
We are all guilty of using our iPhone while it’s hooked to the charger, but this can be extremely damaging to its battery.
Studies have found that using your phone while it’s charging can not only reduce battery life but disrupt the charge cycle as well.
This is especially the case if you are using your phone to play a game or watch videos, which are considered processor-intensive tasks.
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Don’t charge all the way
One of the biggest things people are doing wrong with their iPhones is leaving them on the charger for long periods of time – such as overnight.
In fact, it’s often recommended to avoid charging your iPhone all the way.
Studies have shown that charging your iPhone’s lithium-ion battery to 100 percent actually damages it.
This in turn reduces its lifespan, giving you fewer charges overall.
Charging for a long period of time can also cause your battery to overheat, which may damage your phone.
While the data varies on which percentage you should be aiming for, the general consensus, in this case, seems to be the lower the better.
Many seem to think that 80 percent is the number to strive for when charging your phone as going any higher requires its battery to use a higher voltage.
Stop turbocharging
Fast or “turbo” chargers might seem like a lifesaver, but they are probably doing more damage than good when it comes to your phone’s battery.
To put it in layman’s terms, turbo phone chargers work by increasing the number of watts (W) that are delivered to a phone’s battery.
This increases the voltage used by the phone’s battery while also heating it up – two factors that shorten its lifespan.
While we can’t deny that turbo phone chargers are handy, they should only be used for short periods of time, and only if your phone’s battery is under 50 percent.
Furthermore, you should never leave your phone plugged into a turbocharger overnight.
Don’t charge your phone when it’s hot
It’s important to avoid charging your phone while the device is hot.
Meaning if you have just used your phone for a major gaming session or to binge-watch Netflix, you shouldn’t hook it up to the charger immediately.
Experts from Tech News Today explained: “Most people tend to charge their phones as soon as they finish up a massive battery-draining session. This shortens battery life and may cause hardware damage too.”
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The same goes for charging your iPhone on a hot summer day while it’s in direct sunlight.
Hot weather can significantly overheat a device, and charging it just exacerbates the issue.
