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How to fix iPhone 6 battery issues after iOS 8.1 upgrade

Apple, Mobile, TechnologyFebruary 14, 20200Comments

While iOS 8.1 mainly addressed bugs and included several new features but many users are reporting that the update had a very negative impact on their iPhone 6 plus and iPhone 6 battery life. According to Reddit user keithkman the stand by time of his device has decreased by over 50% after upgrading to iOS 8.1,What…

How to replace the battery of the Nexus 5

Google, MobileDecember 25, 20190Comments

Google's latest smartphone running on Android Kit Kat 4.4, the Nexus 5 has a non-removable battery at least, that is what Google claims. A new guide from the guys over at NewLife2DoStuff show you just how this "non-removable" battery is actually very replaceable. In this guide we will show you how to do just so, keep…

Android 5.0 Battery Saving Mode: Everything about and how to enable it

Google, MobileNovember 25, 20190Comments

Android 5.0 Battery Saving mode is one of the great new features that comes with Android Lollipop. Google's latest version isn't all about aesthetic changes it also makes some huge improvements and modifications under the hood, one of which is the new battery life called: Battery Saver (huh, what a surprise)Lets take a closer look…

5 Best Android portable charger of 2015

Gadgets, Google, MobileSeptember 16, 20190Comments

Batteries have always been an issue with Smartphones. Apart from getting a new handset the only affordable solution is getting a Portable Charger or Battery Pack. The last few months they have been gaining popularity and there currently is a huge variety of types and models available but not all are as good and some…

Huawei Ascend Mate 2 is the smartphone with the longest battery life

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsSeptember 1, 20190Comments

In the battle of the battery life, there seems to be a new king. Meet the Huawei Ascend Mate 2. If you are someone who just wants a smartphone that works and who's battery lasts you through the day, this device is definitely worth checking out for $490. According to test performed by AnandTech the…

This lithium ion battery can charge your car for 27 years

Tech News, TechnologyJuly 18, 20190Comments

For any of our advanced gadgets to work we need a battery to provide energy, while technology keeps getting faster and better, batteries have always been a problem as they (most of the time) just don't seem to be able to last the time we need them to, but the Baden-Wurttemburg Center for Solar Energy and Hydrogen…

More users report Nexus 6 exploding battery issue

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsJuly 5, 20190Comments

First, the Galaxy S5 was affected by the exploding battery issue even catching fire but it seems that now the Nexus 6 seems to be experiencing similar issues as more users are reporting their battery blowing up.It doesn't seem that battery life isn't the only bad thing about the Nexus 6 as it can also…

New Play Service 4.4 version causing huge battery drain issues

Google, Internet & Software, MobileJune 1, 20190Comments

Some of you might be aware that Google released an update for its Play Service to version 4.4 which came out last week. The new update provides several improvements to Maps allowing developers to implement street view in their own apps, activity recognition is more accurate and several other minor changes.But some users have been…

New Lithium-ion battery can be charged in just 10 minutes, could be used on Smartphones

Tech News, TechnologyMarch 1, 20190Comments

People keep complaining about the battery of their smartphone running out too fast, with the average smartphone having a 10 hour lasting battery it seems like it just isn't enough but researchers at the University of California might have found a solution to the problem creating now only a more effective Lithium-Ion battery but also…

Apple Watch production on hold due to Battery issues

Apple, Gadgets, Personal Tech, Tech News, TechnologyJanuary 22, 20190Comments

Apple revealed the long rumored Apple Watch yesterday, but the new device won't launch until early 2015 missing the holiday season. This is quiet a surprise for many since usually tech companies try to launch before the holiday season. A reason for this could be the fact that Apple has put production of the Apple…

Android 5.0 Lollipop Battery Benchmark test

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsAugust 28, 20180Comments

One of the main new features in Android 5.0 Lollipop are the improvements made to battery consumption. While many users reported noticing a huge difference between Kit Kat and Lollipop, how has battery really improved?An Android 5.0 Lollipop Battery Benchmark test done by GSMArena gives us a great insight into the battery life running Android 5.0…

Galaxy S6 Battery 2,550 mAh to last less than 4 hours

Mobile, Samsung, Tech NewsAugust 2, 20180Comments

The full list of Galaxy S6 specs has leaked and all though it might be the best looking Samsung device yet with some beast specs it has one giant down side, the 2,550 mAh battery will last only 4 hours tops.The new S6 which is expected to be released sometime in March 5.1-inch QHD AMOLED display, 64-bit eight-core 14nm…