9 Battery Myths That You Should Stop Believing

The battery is one of the most critical parts of any device. After all, what’s the point of having the highest-end smartphone if its battery only lasts a couple of hours?

This has led to countless tips and methods that will supposedly help you improve your battery life and make it last as long as possible.

Unfortunately, while some tips might be helpful, many are outright myths. Some are based on how rechargeable batteries used to work, while others have no basis in reality. Either way, they’re not true of any modern electronic devices — including the iPhone — and they’re probably ruining your experience using it by making you fret about your battery far more than you should.

That’s why, to help you understand what works and what doesn’t, we’ve gathered some of the most common ones. Read on for 9 battery myths you should stop believing.