How to make your MacBook and iPhone battery last longer?

Many people complain about the battery life of their devices gradually decreasing, especially after updating to the latest iOS version. In fact, there are many common misconceptions. Today, I will share with you five tips to help you extend the battery life.

These tips apply to any device that uses a lithium-ion battery, whether it's a MacBook or an iPhone!

Don't let your MacBook and iPhone battery drain completely

When the battery is fully charged, particles accumulate at the positive electrode of the battery, and when the battery is fully discharged, particles gather at the negative electrode. In short, don't let too many particles accumulate at both ends of the battery, which is not good for the health of the battery. Therefore, try not to let the battery use 0% before charging. It is best to start charging when the power is less than 20% to avoid too many particles on the negative electrode.

For devices that are not used frequently, remember to charge them occasionally to avoid the battery running out of power and causing unnecessary trouble.

Don't always charge your MacBook to 100%

In addition to avoiding using the battery to 0%, you should also avoid charging the battery to 100%. For example, I often use my laptop as a desktop, plugging it in with an external monitor, and the battery is always fully charged. In fact, modern operating systems have intelligent charging functions that stop charging when the battery is charged to 80% to avoid overcharging.

Smartphones also have a similar charging mode, which will charge the battery fully when you wake up based on your usage habits. In order to avoid overcharging the battery at night, it is recommended to turn on this smart charging mode.

Keep software updated and optimize battery management

Operating system updates are not only for bug fixes, but also for optimizing battery management functions.

Many manufacturers will fix the problem of battery draining too quickly through updates. Therefore, remember to update the system in time to avoid wasting battery due to outdated software.

Pay attention to the temperature

Temperature has a big impact on the battery. For example, when you use your phone as a hotspot to charge, the battery may be damaged due to overheating. Similarly, placing your phone on the bed or charging it directly on your laptop, where heat is easily accumulated, can also damage the battery.

I personally recommend using a laptop stand, which allows the device to maintain better heat dissipation, lower temperatures, and a healthier battery.

Monitor charging cycles

Battery life is usually measured in charge cycles. A full charge cycle does not mean that the battery is drained from 100% to 0% at once, but rather that the cumulative power consumption reaches 100%.

For example, if you use up 50%, then fully charge it, and then use up 50% again, this constitutes a full charge cycle. Manufacturers generally test the number of full charge cycles that a battery can withstand under optimal conditions. For example, a MacBook Pro battery can withstand about 1,500 charge cycles.

It's important to understand the concept of charge cycles, as it can help you determine the remaining life of the battery, especially when buying a used device.

Hopefully these tips can help you extend the life of your battery.

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