It can be frustrating to have to charge your phone every hour. Even if your daily usage is high, it is still possible that your phone will not be charged in the evening.
Even though the constant introduction of USB-C cables reduces the amount of time needed to charge your device, it can still be frustrating to wait for your battery to recharge.
Don’t worry! There are many tricks and tips that will make charging easier. These are eight of the smartest Android charging tips you don’t need.
1. Enable Airplane Mode
The network signal is one of the most important drains on your battery. The network signal is the most important thing that can drain your battery.
If you live in an area without strong signals, it will take longer to charge your phone than if your signal is strong. Your power is being used up as you charge.
Here’s a quick fix: Before you plug in your phone, put it in Airplane mode. It could cut down on the time it takes to fully charge your phone by up to 25%, according to testing.
To switch your phone to Airplane Mode simply swipe down on the notification bars and tap the Airplane Mode icon. Alternativly, go to Settings> > Network and Internet> Airplane mode.
Make sure to turn it on again after your battery has fully charged!
2. You can turn your phone off
It’s simple, easy, and yet often forgotten. It will charge much faster if your phone is not turned on while it is re-charging. The battery won’t be drained while you charge it.
You will be unable to receive urgent messages or calls if your phone is turned off while it is charging. If you want to give your phone an instant boost before you go out of the house, turning it off is the best option.
3. The Ensure Charge Mode is Enabled
When you plug in a USB cord, your Android device will let you choose the type of connection. You must ensure that the charging feature on your other devices, such as a laptop, is activated.
Go to Settings > Connection devices > USB preferences. Make sure that the Charge connected device toggle is selected from the list.
4. Use a Wall Socket
A USB port in your computer or car can be used to charge your device more efficiently.
Non-wall socket USB ports typically only provide a power output limit of 0.5A. Depending on the device, wall socket charging usually gives you 1A. You don’t have to get a lower amperage, but it won’t hurt your device. However, you will be using your hands for much longer.
You should only use your car/laptop for a quick charge, and not for full-charge.
5. Purchase a Power Bank
A power bank is a great option if you have to charge your phone on the move, such as if you are often traveling or need to keep it charged.
Many power banks provide the same output amperage as a wall socket and sometimes even more. However, your phone will charge faster if it has a two-amp output. Make sure that your USB cable can handle this extra power.
6. Wireless charging is not recommended
Wireless charging is a great option. It’s convenient and requires fewer cables. This is something that I think we can all agree on.
If speed is your top priority, however, you should steer clear of them. They provide a slower charging experience than wired counterparts. They could actually charge up to 50% faster than wired counterparts, according to testing.
Why? Two reasons. It’s much more efficient to transmit energy via a cable than through contact. The second is that wasted energy can be manifested as heat. Refer to point seven for more information.
7. Take out the phone’s case
All smartphones currently use lithium-ion batteries. Because of their chemistry, charging is more efficient when the battery’s temperature is cooler.
The battery temperature, not the ambient temperature, should be between 41 F and 113 F (or 45 C) for optimal charging. The ambient temperature affects the battery temperature in part. Taking your case off will lower it.
Don’t put your phone in the refrigerator to charge it. Temperatures below the ideal range can cause efficiency drops to be even worse.
8. Use a high-quality cable
There can be a huge difference in the quality of two cables.
There are four cables inside your single charging cable: red, green, white and black. The green and white cables are used for data transfer while the red and black cables are used for charging. The size of the charging cables determines how much power they can carry. A 28-gauge standard cable can carry 0.5 amps, while a 24-gauge cable with a greater gauge can carry up to two amps.
Cheap cables generally use the 28 gauge setup. This results in slower charging speeds.
Download Ampere to check your cable’s charging efficiency. This allows you to measure the charging and discharging rate of your device.
You can increase your charging speed
Eight ways to make charging easier. You can save time charging your phone if you follow the tips carefully.
However, there are limits to how far you can go. If you want to have the fastest charging time possible, upgrade to a phone with Quick Charge. These will get you up and running in minutes, not hours.
We have some tips to help you get your phone charged again if it isn’t working.
