6 things you should never do while charging your smartphone

6 things you should never do while charging your smartphone

All batteries have an expiry date, and smartphone batteries are not exempted. However, the way you use your smartphone goes a long way in deciding the longevity of your device’s battery.

Here, charging habits as well as the chargers you use also play important roles. For example, leaving your phone charging through the night is sure to hurt the battery’s health in the long run. Similarly, using cheap chargers are dangerous both for your smartphone and its battery.

So, here are few tips on how to charge your smartphone and make its battery last longer.

Avoid cheap chargers from unknown manufacturers. They do not include any safety mechanisms to protect against fluctuation and over charging. Adapter failure could permanently damage the battery and phone.

It is recommended that you remove the phone’s protective case while charging. It is natural for the battery to become slightly warm, but the case may act as a barrier and slow down heat dissipation. If possible, flip the phone over and place it on a soft cloth to protect the display.

Always using a fast charger might not be the best thing for your battery’s health. This process involves a higher voltage to be sent to the phone’s battery, which results in a rapid rise in temperature. Opt for a normal charging cycle, if your smartphone provides this option in its battery settings. Alternatively, switch to an approved matching regular charger.

Always charge your phone with its own charger. Unlike laptops, smartphones use a universal charging interface -­ the microUSB port. However, if the charger you use does not match the original, it will affect battery performance, capacity to store charge and overall life (if done repeatedly). Always ensure that the replacement charger’s output voltage (V) and current (Ampere) rating matches the original adapter or is approved by the phone’s manufacturer.

6. Avoid using third-party battery apps