What actions while charging a smartphone harm the battery and how to properly charge the device to extend the battery's life.
Many believe that a smartphone can be charged in any way, and it won’t harm the battery, which will last long. In reality, certain actions while charging the device significantly reduce the battery's lifespan and lead to the phone losing its charge. Professional electronics experts advise avoiding certain actions to ensure your smartphone retains its charge for a long time.
Why you shouldn’t use your smartphone while charging
One of the most common violations is actively using the phone while it is connected to the charger. Playing games, watching videos, and scrolling through social media increase the battery temperature, and thermal stress harms lithium-ion cells. High temperatures during charging accelerate the chemical aging processes of the battery, resulting in the smartphone quickly losing charge and its capacity decreasing.
Another dangerous habit is charging the phone with cheap or uncertified chargers and cables. Unstable voltage and battery overload also lead to overheating and damage to internal components. Additionally, leaving the phone at 100% for an extended period or connecting it at a low charge until fully restored is not always beneficial for the battery. Such actions gradually reduce the battery's ability to hold a charge.
How to properly charge your smartphone to ensure it retains its charge for a long time
To ensure the battery lasts long, charge the phone without simultaneous use in a moderately cool place and with an original or certified adapter. It is optimal to keep the charge between 20% and 80% and not leave the phone connected overnight unless supported by a special charging management feature in modern models. These simple rules will help maintain battery capacity and extend the device's lifespan.
