{"id":18482,"date":"2025-12-21T11:09:42","date_gmt":"2025-12-21T11:09:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=18482"},"modified":"2025-12-21T11:09:42","modified_gmt":"2025-12-21T11:09:42","slug":"what-should-you-avoid-while-charging-your-smartphone-to-avoid-having-to-buy-a-new-one-5-basic-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=18482","title":{"rendered":"What should you avoid while charging your smartphone to avoid having to buy a new one? 5 basic rules"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Not all smartphone owners know how to charge their devices properly, and many make common mistakes that can shorten the lifespan of their devices. Let’s look at the most common ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The phone’s battery is completely discharged<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some users believe that a phone needs to be completely discharged. This is a misconception. If you regularly allow it to completely discharge, after a year, the phone’s battery may not hold a charge for even a single day. After this point, it will be impossible to restore the battery’s previous capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your phone is no longer new, it’s recommended to never let it discharge below 30% and instead charge it to 95%. This also applies to devices with lithium batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Modern smartphones warn users when the battery level drops to 20% and 10%. Maintaining a charge level between 40% and 80% is considered ideal. Maintaining this range helps extend the battery’s lifespan. If the device is not being used for a long time, it’s helpful to completely discharge it and then charge it to 100%. This helps calibrate the battery and can extend its lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Using damaged chargers and cables<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It’s crucial not to use damaged chargers and cables to charge your phone. This often happens when people forget their chargers and use random ones from friends or while traveling. Using such accessories can damage your device or even cause a fire. Regularly using faulty chargers may force you to buy a new phone soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use of low-quality chargers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another common mistake is using cheap chargers from unknown manufacturers. It’s best to use only high-quality, proven accessories. Even on short trips, take the original charger with you. Chargers from lesser-known brands can deliver excessive current, which can damage the battery. It’s best to use chargers from reputable brands such as Xiaomi, Panasonic, and Apple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some chargers may be compatible with smartphones from different brands. However, you should only use them if you’re confident in their quality and have a certificate confirming they’ve passed all the necessary tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Charging your phone under your pillow or clothing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When charging your phone, avoid placing it under a pillow, clothing, or blanket. Many devices, especially those with fast charging, become very hot. To dissipate heat, manufacturers even recommend removing cases while charging. Leaving your phone under a pillow can overheat and damage it. This is especially dangerous for devices with lithium-ion batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Using your phone while charging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another important rule is to avoid using your phone actively while it’s charging. This is especially important for inexpensive models with poor ventilation. The battery heats up while charging, and using the phone while it’s charging can cause it to overheat. This disrupts charging cycles and quickly wears out the battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Failure to follow these simple rules can result in the need for a battery replacement or even the phone itself within 2-3 years. Neglecting proper charging and care will significantly reduce the device’s lifespan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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