"I've spent a significant portion of my life searching for ways to extend the battery life on my Android phones. Admittedly, that sounds rather dramatic, but growing up with only budget models meant I was constantly tweaking device settings to squeeze every bit of juice out of their batteries. Thanks to this micromanaging, I successfully pushed the batteries on all my past smartphones to their absolute limit. I don't want to hoard this knowledge to myself, so I've decided to share it with everyone."
"One of the biggest battery drainers for any smartphone is the always-on display. Companies regularly tell you that this display setting only drains about 1% to 2% an hour, but let's be honest -- it's always way more. It may be nice to glance at your phone while it sits on a table to check the time, but it's probably not worth sacrificing battery life."
There are 12 key Android settings that can be changed immediately to improve battery longevity. These adjustments apply to virtually any Android phone, including the latest Samsung and premium Google Pixel models, although menu locations and wording may vary by device. Turning off the always-on display is one of the most effective measures because it often drains far more power than claimed. Additional easy tweaks — such as limiting background app activity, lowering screen brightness, restricting unused connectivity, and using built-in battery optimization features — can extend daily battery life without sacrificing a high-quality user experience.
Read at ZDNET
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