You’ve Been Charging Your Phone Wrong and It’s Killing the Battery

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00:00You've been charging your phone wrong, and it's killing the battery.

00:04Why lithium-ion batteries wear out.

00:08Lithium-ion batteries degrade with each charge cycle.

00:11Heat, overcharging, and deep discharges accelerate capacity loss over time.

00:16The problem with charging to 100%.

00:19Holding 100% charge increases voltage stress.

00:23Staying full for hours, especially overnight, accelerates wear.

00:27Aim for 20-80%.

00:30Why letting your phone die hurts the battery.

00:33Repeatedly draining to zero causes, deep discharge strain.

00:37Recharge around 20% to preserve battery health and long-term capacity.

00:42The danger of heat during charging.

00:45Heat is a major battery enemy.

00:47Avoid charging on beds, in sunlight, or while gaming, which increases temperatures.

00:53Overnight charging creates hidden strain.

00:55Overnight charging triggers small top-up cycles at 100% and traps heat, gradually stressing cells despite modern safeguards.

01:05The benefits of short, frequent charges.

01:08Short, frequent charges keep levels between 40% and 80%, reducing chemical stress and extending overall battery lifespan.

01:15The impact of using the wrong charger.

01:18Low-quality chargers cause voltage inconsistency and heat.

01:23Certified or manufacturer-recommended chargers balance safety, performance, and longevity.

01:29Battery-saving features you should use.

01:31Enable optimized charging and battery management features to slow topping at 100% and reduce background strain automatically.

01:40Why portable charging habits matter.

01:43Power banks are safe, but frequent full recharges add heat and cycles.

01:47Maintain mid-range levels to minimize wear.

01:49Smarter charging for a longer battery life.

01:54Avoid overcharging, deep discharges, and heat.

01:57Use shorter charges within 20-80% to significantly extend battery life.