Consider these expert-vetted tips and tricks to make your device last up to hours longer - no matter the brand.

Google is targeting excessive 'wake locks,' a feature Android developers can use to prevent a device from going to sleep.

While smartphone manufacturers might devise ways for phones to last longer before needing a charge, it really comes down to ...

Google is officially rolling out warning alert boxes, that highlight Play Store apps guilty of excessive battery usage.

Over the past years, Android smartphones have gotten a lot bigger, more powerful, and more capable. Such advanced features obviously require more battery. As a result, many of us are still carrying ...

Google has revealed it will be changing how it notifies users about apps, and will now clearly identify apps that are using more of your battery than normal.

Diagnosing mystery battery drain issues on a smartphone can be frustrating. Broadly speaking, per-app battery usage indicators aren't all that useful, since they only count usage by the core of the ...

Android apps will soon be facing penalties for excess battery drain on the Play Store, but developers will be made aware of these issues and have time to fix them before they are penalized, per Google ...

It is always a good idea to keep software up to date across your devices, because sometimes, staying on outdated software can have serious consequences. If you are one of many Android device owners ...

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In a rather curious announcement on Wednesday morning, Google told users to update Instagram to “fix a battery drain issue on Android devices.” This “Battery drain on Android devices” post on the ...

The convenience and fun of using Android Auto while driving can quickly turn into annoyance by the fast drain of your phone's battery. Android Auto is designed as a way to pair your smartphone to your ...