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Tom’s Guide
Tom’s Guide
Technology
Max Slater-Robins

Looking for better Android smartphone battery life? I’ve adjusted these 5 settings to get my phone to last longer

Battery settings screen on Pixel 10 Pro.

Even the best Android phones can struggle to last from breakfast to bedtime once you add 5G music and video streaming, bright 120Hz displays, and a day’s worth of scrolling – sorry, we mean work – into the mix.

Faster charging helps, as newer phones supporting speedier charge times can top off your battery faster than before. But if you are constantly eyeing your phone’s battery icon – or packing a power bank to go with your holiday travels – consider that a sign your settings need a tune-up.

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