It’s a never-ending question for laptop users: should you unplug the charger as soon as the battery hits 100%, or is it fine to keep it plugged in?

Other Android makers like Google, OnePlus and Xiaomi include comparable options -- often called Adaptive Charging, Optimized Charging or Battery Care -- that dynamically slow power delivery or limit ...

ZDNET's key takeaways Unplug at 100%, and keep the battery between 20% and 80%.Avoid draining to 0%; store unused tablets at 50%.Use certified chargers to prevent stress and overheating. As someone ...

I have an iPhone 4S. Before that, an iPhone 4. I did the typical battery conditioning I always do with any new gadget: discharge to 0, then do a full charge. So while I was keeping a keen eye on ...

Many of us are in the habit of plugging our phones in to charge overnight so we start each day at 100%. However, you might not be doing yourself ― or your battery ― any favors in the long run. Keeping ...

From power settings to background processes, here's what to check if your battery life on Windows 11 isn't that great.