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2012 Nexus 7 Discussion Forums (1st Generation) => Nexus 7 General Discussion => Topic started by: Drew on July 16, 2012, 08:51:30 PM

Title: Battery Life
Post by: Drew on July 16, 2012, 08:51:30 PM
Any secrets for keeping the battery up on your Nexus 7?

I know it has a nice battery life, but looking to keep it that way.  Should one let the battery discharge completely and recharge to 100% the first few cycles?  I heard that, while not advertised, you could replace the battery down the line if needed.
Title: Re: Battery Life
Post by: comiskeybum on July 16, 2012, 09:01:08 PM
I don't think modern batteries need special care. They can charge at any time as many times per day you need. My Droid 1 battery was as good as day one after two years and I charge all the time between car and work.

I plan on keeping wifi off until needed and reading under 25% brightness.
Title: Re: Battery Life
Post by: dubdub on July 17, 2012, 08:26:25 AM
Lithium batteries do not need to be discharged and then recharged.  That will actually do more harm than good.  I have found you get better battery performance by keeping the device topped up when close to a power supply.  Also, letting a lithium battery get below 20% on a regular basis can damage the battery.
Title: Re: Battery Life
Post by: kyoo on July 17, 2012, 09:41:04 AM
^^ good info
Title: Re: Battery Life
Post by: Drew on July 17, 2012, 10:18:46 AM
Thanks for the help!
Title: Re: Battery Life
Post by: Zell on July 17, 2012, 05:12:49 PM
Lithium batteries do not need to be discharged and then recharged.  That will actually do more harm than good.  I have found you get better battery performance by keeping the device topped up when close to a power supply.  Also, letting a lithium battery get below 20% on a regular basis can damage the battery.

This is what I'm looking for.  Thanks.