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In modern smartphones, the battery is one of the vulnerable components.
Winter is a difficult time of year, the severity of which is experienced not only by people, but also by the devices they use, including smartphones. Many users have already encountered the problem of rapid battery drain in very cold weather. News Center Maine writes about this.
In modern smartphones, the battery is one of the vulnerable components. Most devices have lithium-ion (Li-ion) or lithium polymer (Li-Po) batteries, which can freeze quickly. In cold weather, the battery does not lose charge, but becomes unable to quickly transfer energy.
Another factor affecting battery performance is the material of the smartphone case. How quickly the battery freezes in the cold depends on it and the thickness of the case. For example, a body made of thin aluminum accelerates the freezing process due to the high thermal conductivity of the metal.
In turn, budget plastic slows down the cooling of the battery. Glass has average thermal conductivity, but in most cases, smartphones with such cases are supplemented with aluminum inserts.
How to avoid battery overcooling
Keep your smartphone dry both outside and inside
In case of heavy snowfall, it is better to limit the use of your smartphone to avoid the influence of excess moisture. It should be taken into account that with a sharp change in temperature, both outside and inside, condensation may form, which can damage even waterproof devices. It can penetrate inside the board, settle on the speakers, etc.
Use apps to optimize your battery
To monitor any changes in the current capacity and expected wear of the battery in frosty conditions, you can install any application on your smartphone that you like and is designed for this.
With the help of such programs, you can always track how long the gadget can still work, depending on the set mode.
Carry your smartphone in a case or in an internal pocket
Another effective solution would be to carry your smartphone in a case or in the inner pocket of your outerwear. Thick cases help slow down the heat exchange between the smartphone and the cold air outside.
It is important that the usual temperature of a smartphone battery in standby mode is approximately 20-30 degrees Celsius. In cold weather, the main task is to maintain approximately the same temperature of the device for as long as possible. The less the gadget is exposed to cold, the longer the battery will retain its capacity.
Use a headset
If you have to talk a lot during a winter walk or take important calls outside in the cold, it is recommended to use a headset. This will allow you to communicate comfortably and solve work issues without taking out your gadget and without exposing it to the risk of hypothermia.
The headset can be selected either wired or wireless. It is important to note that wireless headphones may turn off at the wrong time.
If your smartphone suddenly runs out of charge in the cold
Recharge your gadget on the subway or in a public place
Nowadays, the number of free USB stations located in various public places and metro stations is increasing. If your smartphone runs out of battery at the most inopportune moment, you can now use a public place or transport such as the subway to recharge the device.
During this period, you can not only warm up, but also increase the battery charge of your smartphone.
Rent/carry a power bank
Now specialized charging stations are gaining popularity, where you can rent a power bank for several hours or even the whole day.
It would also be a great option to carry a power bank with you. But it is worth remembering that it also loses its charge in the cold, and it is also better to carry it in a case or hide it in a warm pocket.
