Expert reveals easy way to extend your phone's battery lifespan

An expert has revealed the best way to maximise the lifespan of your phone's battery. It can be frustrating to run out of charge quickly during a day but a simple tip can help make your device last for longer.

While some people may blame their draining battery on screen time or app usage, the actual reason normally runs a bit deeper. Your phone may not hold a charge like it used to because the battery is worn out. Every battery has a lifespan, measured in "charge cycles", according to the experts.

Mark Patrick, Director of Technical Content at Mouser, a leader in electronic components and authorised distributor of Analog Devices, said: "Most smartphone batteries are designed to handle around 500 to 800 full charge cycles. A charge cycle means using 100% of your battery's capacity, whether that happens all at once or in smaller periods throughout the day. After those 500 to 800 cycles, your battery's ability to hold a charge naturally begins to decline.

"So, if you're charging your phone every day, you're wearing out your battery in as little as 500 days, so under two years, which is why it suddenly feels like your phone can't keep up anymore."

The experts also recommend keeping your phone charged between 20% and 80%. This "sweetspot" helps to keep your battery healthier for longer.

Most modern smartphones have a "Battery Saver Mode" which, according to experts, is a useful tool in keeping phone battery healthy. It helps to reduce background activity, restrict data syncing and slows down non-essential processes.

It's also important to make sure your phone is updated with the latest software to ensure smarter energy use. This reduces the need for regular cloud syncing which saves battery power.

While your phone is charging, the experts say it's important to avoid using it. Using your phone while charging can generate extra heat which harms the battery and its life.