Reducing Phone Battery Anxiety

Is your phone battery life giving you anxiety? Does the sight of a red battery bar send you into a cold sweat? You're not alone!  Millions suffer from "phone battery anxiety." But fear not, we've got 3 top tips to keep your phone juiced and your anxiety at bay.

The dreaded low battery notification – it's enough to send shivers down the spine of any smartphone user. We've all been there: stuck at the gym with a dying phone, on a long journey with dwindling battery life, or facing a social situation without the comfort of our digital companion. This fear of a dead phone, often referred to as "phone battery anxiety," can be a real source of stress. 

…but with a little forward planning and some quick tweaks, you can help your phone last all day on a single charge. Here are my 3 top tips:

Adjust Screen Brightness: Your phone's screen is a major battery drain. Lowering the brightness can significantly improve battery life. Most phones allow for automatic brightness adjustment, but you can also manually set it to a comfortable level that's not too harsh on your eyes.


Close Unused Apps: Nowadays, phones are pretty good at multitasking, so some apps running in the background can continue to consume battery power even if you're not actively using them. Make it a habit to close any apps you're finished with by swiping them away (the method will vary depending on your phone's operating system).


Enable Battery Saver Mode: Most phones come with a built-in battery saver mode that reduces power consumption by limiting background activity, lowering screen brightness, and restricting certain features. While this mode might slightly hinder performance, it can significantly extend your battery life.

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