Smartphone Battery Myths Debunked: Clearing Apps, Charging Habits

Many old tips for saving phone battery are wrong.

Closing apps in the background doesn't help, and might even hurt, on new phones.

Overcharging is usually fine because phones stop charging when full.

You can often use chargers that aren't the ones that came with your phone, as long as they are from a good brand.

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth don't drain your battery much, and it's better to avoid letting your phone battery drain to zero.