Here are 3 common mistakes to avoid when charging your phone to protect your battery health and extend its lifespan:
π 1. Charging to 100% all the time
- Keeping your phone at 100% for long periods puts stress on the lithium battery
- Battery degrades faster when constantly fully charged
- βοΈ Better: keep it between 20% and 80% most of the time
π 2. Using cheap or fake chargers
- Low-quality chargers can cause:
- overheating
- unstable current
- long-term battery damage
- βοΈ Better: use original or certified chargers and cables
π‘οΈ 3. Charging in heat or under pillow
- Heat is the biggest enemy of phone batteries
- Charging under pillows or in hot environments can cause:
- slow battery wear
- swelling (dangerous in extreme cases)
- βοΈ Better: charge in a cool, open place
π§ Bonus tip (very important)
- Avoid using your phone heavily while charging (gaming, hotspot, etc.)
β it increases heat and battery stress
