Smartphones drain battery power more quickly than older feature phones not only because of their brighter screens, but also because of power-hungry apps. When using an Android smartphone, it’s essential to monitor your battery use so you don’t end up with a dead phone at the worst possible time. Limiting your use of apps that drain the battery – especially when the indicator flashes low – will help ensure you can use your phone when you need it. Listening to the FM radio on your phone uses battery power, but there are ways to mitigate the drain.
