Battery Saving Tips
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Drain your battery once a month
For lithium based batteries it is recommend that once per month you should use all the power in your battery, then charge it completely before unplugging the charger
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Lock your phone immediately after use
Don't wait for the screen to automatically turn itself off as this will consume battery power. Once you're done sending a text or making a call, immediately lock your keypad and/or screen
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Adjust the screen timeout
Long screen timeouts mean that your screen will stay lit for longer after you have stopped using it. Set this to a low value to save battery power
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Avoid exposing the battery to metal
Don't ever let the metal contacts on the battery touch metal objects, like keys or coins. This can short circuit the battery, impairing its performance
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Change your notifications
If you receive a lot of messages or calls, change the notification to a short vibrate instead of long or loud ringtones
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Close applications when not needed
Most phones will manage applications that are running in the background, but this isn't always the case. If you're not using an application, close it to avoid unecessary battery consumption
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Talk less
Making calls uses a large amount of battery power. If you're concerned about running out of battery, keep the calls short
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Turn off location services
Location services often transmit or receive a signal to identify your location. This can consume considerable battery power. If you don't need these services, disable them or turn them off
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Avoid areas with a poor signal
If you're in an area with a low signal, the phone will boost it's signal power, consuming battery. If possible, avoid these areas.
Will work on many (but not all) phones.
Avoid exposing the phone or battery to direct sunlight or heat
Exposing the battery to excessive heat can damage the battery performance permanently, especially if the battery is 100% full and exposed to direct sunlight or heat
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