Phone Battery Draining in the Blink of an Eye: What to Do

Most of the day is spent on smartphones, and one of the biggest headaches users face is battery life. Often, even after fully charging the phone, it seems to drain quickly. Sometimes, without even using it, the battery can drop from 80% to 50% in no time.

This rapid battery drain can happen for various reasons. Before taking the phone for servicing, users can resolve this issue themselves by turning off five features on their smartphones, which will also extend battery life. Here’s what to look for:

1. Screen Brightness
One of the main reasons for rapid battery drain is the display brightness. Many people keep the brightness level high, which consumes more battery. Lowering it can make a significant difference and also provide comfort to the eyes. Additionally, reducing the screen timeout settings can help.

2. Background Apps
Many apps continue to run in the background even when closed, consuming a lot of battery. It’s essential to ensure that every app is properly closed. Moreover, some apps may automatically update in the background, so those settings should also be disabled.

3. Location Sharing
Location sharing can quickly deplete battery life, especially on iPhones. It’s advisable to turn off location sharing for every app. This can be done by going into the settings, navigating to privacy, and clicking on "Location Services," then selecting "App Use" instead of "Always."

4. Wi-Fi Option
Using cellular networks for internet can lead to higher battery consumption compared to Wi-Fi networks. In such cases, connecting to Wi-Fi can help the battery last much longer.

5. Push Notifications
From breaking news to delivery apps, phones receive constant push notifications, which also drain battery life. Reducing the number of notifications can help conserve battery.