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    <title>topic Re: How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best practices in Tech Talk</title>
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    <description>Your information was very helpful to me. Thank you very much.&lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":folded_hands:"&gt;🙏&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":folded_hands:"&gt;🙏&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":folded_hands:"&gt;🙏&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":folded_hands:"&gt;🙏&lt;/span&gt;</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 03:02:25 GMT</pubDate>
    <dc:creator>jayasadha</dc:creator>
    <dc:date>2025-12-16T03:02:25Z</dc:date>
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      <title>How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best practices</title>
      <link>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271001#M328655</link>
      <description>&lt;SPAN&gt;To maximize the lifespan of your your Galaxy devices battery and ensure it performs well over time, it's important to follow some best practices. Here's a detailed guide to help you preserve your phone's battery health:&lt;/SPAN&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;BR /&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;span class="lia-inline-image-display-wrapper" image-alt="image"&gt;&lt;img src="https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/image/serverpage/image-id/4749652i7CAE0B740C66FCEB/image-size/large?v=v2&amp;amp;px=999" role="button" title="image" alt="image" /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;BR /&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;H3&gt;1. &lt;STRONG&gt;Enable Power Saving Mode&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;This feature reduces background activity, limits CPU performance, and dims the display, all of which help extend battery life.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Go to &lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Battery and Device Care&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Battery&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Power Saving Mode&lt;/EM&gt; and toggle it on.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;2. &lt;STRONG&gt;Use "Protect Battery" Feature&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;This feature limits the maximum charge to 85%, preventing full charge cycles, which are one of the main factors that degrade battery health over time.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Go to &lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Battery and Device Care&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Battery&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;More Battery Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Protect Battery&lt;/EM&gt;.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;3. &lt;STRONG&gt;Avoid Draining the Battery to 0%&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Lithium-ion batteries degrade faster when frequently drained to 0%. It's best to charge your phone when it drops to around 20%, and ideally, keep the charge level between 20% and 85%.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;4. &lt;STRONG&gt;Optimize Charging Habits&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Avoid keeping your phone plugged in for extended periods, such as overnight. Overcharging can slowly degrade the battery, even with protection features in place.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;H3&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;Disable Fast Charging When Not Necessary&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Fast charging is convenient but generates heat, which can shorten the battery's lifespan. Use fast charging only when you need a quick top-up.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;&lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Battery and Device Care&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Battery&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;More Battery Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; Disable &lt;EM&gt;Fast Charging&lt;/EM&gt; and &lt;EM&gt;Super Fast Charging&lt;/EM&gt; when you don’t need it.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;6. &lt;STRONG&gt;Manage Screen Brightness and Timeout&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;The display is one of the biggest power consumers. Lowering the brightness and reducing screen timeout can significantly improve battery longevity.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Use &lt;EM&gt;Adaptive Brightness&lt;/EM&gt; to automatically adjust the brightness level based on your surroundings.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;7. &lt;STRONG&gt;Reduce Screen Refresh Rate&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;High refresh rates (120Hz) offer smoother scrolling but consume more power. Lowering it to 60Hz can help save battery.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;&lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Display&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Motion Smoothness&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; Set to &lt;EM&gt;Standard&lt;/EM&gt; (60Hz).&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;H3&gt;8. &lt;STRONG&gt;Turn Off Always-On Display&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;While convenient, the Always-On Display consumes battery throughout the day. Turning it off or setting it to a scheduled time can reduce battery drain.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;&lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Lock Screen&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Always-On Display&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; Turn off or schedule.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;9. &lt;STRONG&gt;Limit Background App Activity&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Some apps run in the background and consume battery unnecessarily. Restrict background activity for apps you don’t use frequently.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Go to &lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Battery and Device Care&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Battery&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Background Usage Limits&lt;/EM&gt;.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;10. &lt;STRONG&gt;Turn Off Unnecessary Features (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Location)&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Wireless features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS can drain the battery if left on when not in use. Turn them off when not needed.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;You can easily disable them through the &lt;EM&gt;Quick Settings&lt;/EM&gt; panel.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;11. &lt;STRONG&gt;Use Dark Mode&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;The Galaxy S23's AMOLED display consumes less power in Dark Mode because black pixels are effectively turned off.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Enable Dark Mode in &lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Display&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Dark Mode&lt;/EM&gt;.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;H3&gt;12. &lt;STRONG&gt;Avoid Extreme Temperatures&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;High heat or extreme cold can significantly affect battery performance and longevity. Keep your phone within a comfortable temperature range (16°C to 22°C) whenever possible.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;13. &lt;STRONG&gt;Uninstall or Disable Unnecessary Apps&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Apps that you don't use frequently can still run in the background and drain the battery. Uninstall or disable them to reduce background activity.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;&lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Apps&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; Select the app &amp;gt; Uninstall or Disable.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;14. &lt;STRONG&gt;Regularly Update Software&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Samsung regularly releases software updates that optimize performance and battery efficiency. Make sure to keep your phone updated.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Go to &lt;EM&gt;Settings&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Software Update&lt;/EM&gt; &amp;gt; &lt;EM&gt;Download and Install&lt;/EM&gt;.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;H3&gt;15. &lt;STRONG&gt;Calibrate Your Battery Occasionally&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/H3&gt;&lt;UL&gt;&lt;LI&gt;Battery calibration can help ensure accurate readings of your battery percentage. Fully discharge your phone to 0% and then charge it uninterrupted to 100% once every 1-2 months.&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;By following these tips, you can maximize the battery longevity of your Galaxy devices and maintain a healthy battery life over time.&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;BR /&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;SPAN&gt;&lt;BR /&gt;&lt;/SPAN&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;SPAN&gt;&lt;BR /&gt;&lt;/SPAN&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Oct 2024 19:45:16 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271001#M328655</guid>
      <dc:creator>boywidlens_</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2024-10-19T19:45:16Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Re: How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best practices</title>
      <link>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271027#M328656</link>
      <description>Hmm so disable almost all flagship features after buying flagship device . That's what it seems mostly</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Oct 2024 19:50:18 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271027#M328656</guid>
      <dc:creator>Pavandivvela</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2024-10-19T19:50:18Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Re: Re: How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best practices</title>
      <link>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271032#M328657</link>
      <description>Just some suggestions, use it as you enjoy &lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":fire:"&gt;🔥&lt;/span&gt;</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Oct 2024 19:51:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271032#M328657</guid>
      <dc:creator>boywidlens_</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2024-10-19T19:51:31Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Re: Re: Re: How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best practices</title>
      <link>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271034#M328658</link>
      <description>Can understand ur intention bro but samsung need to control battery drain &lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":tired_face:"&gt;😫&lt;/span&gt;</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Oct 2024 19:52:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271034#M328658</guid>
      <dc:creator>Pavandivvela</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2024-10-19T19:52:15Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Re: Re: Re: Re: How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best pra..</title>
      <link>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271140#M328659</link>
      <description>Yes sir I agree. They say they are working but pata nahi!!</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Oct 2024 20:21:36 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271140#M328659</guid>
      <dc:creator>boywidlens_</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2024-10-19T20:21:36Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Re: How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best practices</title>
      <link>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/17271725#M328662</link>
      <description>Nice &lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":thumbs_up:"&gt;👍&lt;/span&gt; informattion</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Oct 2024 23:39:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>_Rohit_Pathak_</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2024-10-19T23:39:55Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Re: How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best practices</title>
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      <description>Thanks For The Information &lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":information:"&gt;ℹ️&lt;/span&gt;</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Oct 2024 08:03:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>unknown_s</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2024-10-20T08:03:53Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Re: How to Increase Battery Longevity of galaxy devices : Best practices</title>
      <link>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/21238145#M358799</link>
      <description>Your information was very helpful to me. Thank you very much.&lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":folded_hands:"&gt;🙏&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":folded_hands:"&gt;🙏&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":folded_hands:"&gt;🙏&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":folded_hands:"&gt;🙏&lt;/span&gt;</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 03:02:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://r2.community.samsung.com/t5/Tech-Talk/How-to-Increase-Battery-Longevity-of-galaxy-devices-Best/m-p/21238145#M358799</guid>
      <dc:creator>jayasadha</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2025-12-16T03:02:25Z</dc:date>
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