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Why to Charge your Phone Before it Hits 50%

PSafe Newsroom — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 13:00:02 +0000

When you charge your phone, you probably think every charge is the same. It doesn’t matter how it gets to 100%, as long as it does. Unfortunately, not all charges are created equal, and you may have already caused serious damage to your phone battery without even knowing it. There is an option for you to monitor how much strain you are putting on your Android’s battery, though. By using the battery saver feature in dfndr performance, you can follow the stages your battery goes through to avoid damage to your phone’s lithium-ion cells. Click to download now:

About Smartphone Batteries
Android uses lithium-ion batteries, which, like any other battery, wear out. The only difference between a rechargeable battery and a disposable one is the overall lifespan. Rechargeable batteries can take more punches, but they will fail in time, even if it takes a couple of years. Plus, charging your phone overnight does not help.

Not All Charges Are the Same
The problem with charging your phone overnight has nothing to do with overcharging. Most smartphones can now distinguish when they reach full capacity to avoid burning out the battery overnight. The main problem with charging a phone overnight is not how long you charge, it is how much you need to charge. A charge from 50% to 100% is different from a charge from 0% to 100%. The more electricity flowing through your battery during a charge, the harder it is on your battery.

When you go about your day draining your Android’s battery, if it reaches 0% right before you go to bed, you are forcing your phone to work overtime while you sleep. And if you charge your battery completely every night, it puts too much strain on the cells. In just two years, your phone will have a significantly shorter battery life. The best thing to do is to plug your phone in when it reaches 50%. That way, you spare extra strain on your phone’s battery.

Bad charging habits are tough to break. Even with battery monitoring, it is crucial to take it easy on your phone’s battery. Nothing drastic or hysterical, just be reasonable. In times of great battery crisis, like when the battery dies and needs a full revival, try to “sip” not “gulp.” Your phone is your life, so it’s important to take care of it properly.

The Latest Innovation for Your Android is Here

PSafe Newsroom — Mon, 23 Jan 2017 17:00:17 +0000

Overcharging can cause serious damage to your phone, but with DFNDR’s Total Charge feature, you can protect and strengthen your battery. Here’s why: most of us leave our phones plugged in all night while we’re sleeping, which actually harms your battery. Total Charge, however, monitors your battery directly from your lock screen to prevent overcharging.

Total Charge is designed to alert you of when to unplug from your power source and how much time it will take to get there. This way, your battery won’t be damaged by overcharging and will actually last longer when you need it most. DFNDR users can activate this new feature from the app’s settings menu or simply by clicking here:

Keep your phone running at its best with Total Charge by DFNDR. Now that Total Charge is available for your Android, you’ll never worry about your phone’s battery again! Rest easy in the hands of DFNDR.

The Fastest Mobile Chargers for iPhone and Android

PSafe Newsroom — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 11:52:18 +0000

Imagine: it’s Friday evening. You just got back from work and one of your friends texts you to join them on a night on the town in an hour. It’s exactly what you need after a busy day, and after about twenty minutes, you’re dressed, fresh, and ready to go. There’s just one problem: your phone is at 20% battery — there’s no way that’ll last the evening.

Millions of Americans experience this feeling of helplessness daily, realizing that they cannot continue through their day without their essential pocket-sized computer juiced and ready. While some may argue that we’re too dependent on our devices, that’s precisely why having a fully-charged phone is such a big deal — whether it’s for something minor like having music to listen to at the gym, or for more important things like calling your parents or your spouse, there are few times during your day when you don’t rely on your mobile device.

This is where mobile chargers come in handy. Having a fun-sized AC outlet in your purse or pocket means you can go longer without having to stay stationary and bound to a USB cord. Of course, most people don’t want to be bound by a USB plug at all, even when moving. Mobile chargers can get tangled by moving arms, get caught on objects and passersby, and aren’t exactly the most fashionable accessory to have on your person. If this is something that matters to you, we recommend a mobile charger that requires the least time possible to get you off the cord and on to whatever your day has in store.

Regardless of whether you’re Team Apple or Team Android, some chargers work great for both. The Aukey Quick Charge 2.0 is one such charger, which sports a 10,000 mAh battery and USB ports for two. The drawback? It can only charge one smartphone quickly at a time. Still, what makes this device worthwhile is it’s price tag — at only $30, it’s an effective, ergonomic solution for the amount of power it packs. If that’s not enough juice for you, there’s the iBattz Mojo Battstation Optimus Charger. This behemoth of a battery holds 20,400mAh of charge and can power two phones at once. Though it carries an $80 price tag and requires up to 16 hours to fully charge, there’s no battery on the market at that price point that lasts longer or charges smartphones faster.

The Fastest Android Chargers
For those of you relying solely on Google’s OS, there are quite a few charger models that are ideal if you’re under time constraints. The Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 can charge some devices up to 80% in approximately 35 minutes, but phones with a 9V/2A charger will experience the best results from this brand and model. Still, the Quick Charge is quite efficient with its charge consumption, and is all but guaranteed to remain cool while your phone is connected. Additionally, for those of you who are mindful of the environment, there’s the EasyAcc Solar Power Bank. While this is most effective for daytime use, the Solar Power Bank can charge two Androids at once, and can charge up to 350mA on sunny days. Though it’s (relatively) slower than the other models mentioned, it’s a device you don’t want to sleep on.

Though a good power pack goes a long way, so too does a great battery-conserving app. Fortunately, PSafe has an app that does exactly that; give the PowerPRO app a try, and never worry about a low-battery night out again.

Ways You’re Reducing the Lifespan of Your Phone’s Battery

PSafe Newsroom — Mon, 24 Oct 2016 21:03:06 +0000

No matter who you are or what you do, you need an Android battery you can count on. Some days it seems like it drains so fast. Are you breaking the following battery don’ts? Here are 5 ways you could be reducing your battery’s lifespan.

Range of Temperatures
If you throw your smartphone on the passenger seat while using Bluetooth and a streaming music service, is your phone stuck in the sun the whole time? If so, you may cause your phone to overheat, not only shutting down your phone (and your direction app), but potentially damaging your phone’s battery in the process. A cold environment won’t help your battery last either. Your phone’s charge will decrease while you are in the cold. Yes, it is temporary, but frequent cold won’t do it any favors.

Bad or Poor Signals
When you are in an area with a spotty signal, your phone is probably working really hard to find you a better connection. Switch to airplane mode to prevent a drain on your battery. Just remember to turn it on again when you get back to civilization.

Notifications Galore
Do you allow every app you’ve ever downloaded to send you notifications? If so, you may want to rethink that decision. Every time an app has something to tell you, there’s a good chance you will want to check it out. Doing so won’t do your Android’s battery any favors. Sort through your list of app notifications and only allow the apps you actually need.

Android Battery Drain
Now that you know what not to do, you can keep your phone better charged and ready for anything. Just make sure to install PowerPRO by PSafe so you know where you stand when it comes to your cell’s battery life.