As summer approaches, battery life becomes one of the top concerns for smartphone users. Heat combined with intensive use of the device for entertainment, travel and active recreation can significantly reduce the daily autonomy.
According to the message from University of Californiahe 85% of the most popular mobile apps They increase battery consumption due to constant updates, playing multimedia content and running in the background.
Apps that consume the most battery
During the summer, when the consumption of digital content and travel increases, some types of applications stand out for their high energy consumption:
- Video stream: Consume around 12% battery per hourthanks to continuous playback and high resolution.
- Video apps in general: For now 15% battery per hourespecially in HD quality.
- Stream Music: You can use approx 12% battery per hour when playing with mobile data.
- Navigation and GPS apps: They can be exhausting on long trips up to 40% battery in three hours.
- Social networks: Continued use may absorb up to 15% battery every 30 minuteseven without continuous video playback.
Effect of heat on performance
High temperatures directly affect lithium batteries. Heat speeds up internal chemical reactions, reducing the efficiency of energy storage and causing the device to discharge faster.
Therefore, heavy use of a mobile phone during the summer usually results in reduced battery life during the day.
Recommendations for optimizing the battery in the summer
Given this scenario, the brand OPPO shared a series of recommendations for increasing the energy efficiency of smartphones in the hot season:
- Manage high consumption apps: Limit video and social media time.
- Use power saving modes: ColorOS Smart Save Mode adjusts brightness, notifications, and background processes.
- Disable unnecessary programs in the background: Disabling GPS, push notifications, or automatic updates can reduce up to 25% consumption.
- Connection management: Do not keep mobile data or Wi-Fi active when not in use.
Adjust your habits to extend your battery life
“In the summer, the use of smartphones like the OPPO A6 Pro tends to increase, especially with content apps and background processes. We recommend taking advantage of ColorOS’ optimization features and adjusting your usage habits to balance performance and battery,” he noted. Manuel MoriOPPO Peru Product Specialist.
The company noted that these devices allow for efficient use of the device even in the most demanding summer months.
