Articles Tagged “Battery”
Early benchmarks show Samsung Galaxy S3 leading the pack in battery life. One X left in the dust
by Bams Sadewo on May 15, 2012 44 Comments">44
Still doubting that the battery inside the Samsung Galaxy S3 will have enough juice to comfortably run the flagship phone’s 4.8-inch SUPER AMOLED HD screen and quad-core processor? We have some good news for you, then. According to battery benchmark tests, Samsung Galaxy S3’s 2,100mAh battery won’t disappoint at all. First, we’d like to turn your attention to one rather non-scientific evidence from blogger Eldar Murtazin, who recently posted a screenshot of his Samsung Galaxy S3’s battery usage. The phone’s battery was shown to still be 42% full, even after Murtazin supposedly used the phone for over 20 hours. According …
What’s that in your shoe? It’s a phone charger!
by Adrian Diaconescu on May 11, 2012 5 Comments">5
Our bodies create and use a ton of energy, and it could be going to better places, like, uh, your Android phone! If Cinderella were to live in the 21st century, she probably wouldn’t be very happy to hear what we are going to tell you today. 24-year-old Anthony Mutua from Kenya has developed an ultra-thin chip of crystals that can charge mobile phones when placed in shoe soles and the technology is set to go into mass production soon enough. The chip, once installed into a regular shoe, generates electricity when you step on it, and can be harvested …
Where are the quad core toting, 3300mAh beefy battery beholdin’ Motorola DROID RAZR MAXX contenders?
by Darcy LaCouvee on Apr 05, 2012 11 Comments">11
Who among you first took the plunge with the original Motorola DROID? I bet quite a few of you. It was mine, too. I loved that device. It could take a good solid weekend beating, with drops, smacks, and come back with a big smile. Fast forward to today, and we have Motorola continuing its tradition of building tanks, fitting ever more inside, all while keeping their iconic war-like-ready aesthetics. Seriously, I wil say again – where are the DROID RAZR MAXX contenders? Smartphone fanatics are currently whipping one another up into a frenzy with quad core this and HD …
NEC creates amazingly thin Organic Radical Battery
by Adrian Diaconescu on Apr 04, 2012 1 Comments">1
It’s not every day that I get overly excited about a new breakthrough in technology, a so-called “innovation” or a “revolutionary achievement”. Over the years, I have seen many things that didn’t blow me off my feet, but today I have to bow in front of NEC. The Japanese-based multinational IT company is currently working on an ultra thin (no, scratch that, rather super-ultra-extra thin) “Organic Radical Battery” and, after taking a look at some of the latest photos released by NEC, I must say that, for the first time in a while, I am truly amazed! The organic radical battery …
Deal alert: Buy the Verizon Galaxy Nexus and you get free extended battery and back cover!
by Adrian Diaconescu on Apr 02, 2012 0 Comments">0
The Samsung Galaxy S3 is not yet here, and it might be a while before we get to see Sammy’s future flagship up for sale, so for the time being, the Galaxy Nexus is still the number one Android Ice Cream Sandwich on the market (at least until the HTC One X lands). If you haven’t yet purchased the Galaxy Nexus, either because you were a bit phased by its not-so-affordable price or because you were far from impressed by its mediocre battery life, Samsung Direct now has a deal that you shouldn’t miss for the life of it. For …
Adding more life to your battery with Trend Micro Longevity
by Ken East on Mar 27, 2012 2 Comments">2
It’s very frustrating to run out of battery power at a time when you’d need your Android phone or tablet to run a bit longer for more urgent tasks. If you’re near a power outlet and you have your charger cable with you, then you’re in luck. But, what about those times when you’re on the go? There are several tools and apps that can help you optimize the battery consumption of your device, but many of them still aren’t good enough. A lot of users are still looking for the perfect app that would solve their battery problem. In …
How to fast charge your Samsung Galaxy phone using any USB charger
by Bams Sadewo on Mar 21, 2012 9 Comments">9
If you’re like us, you probably check the battery status on your Samsung phone a dozen times a day, and breathe a sigh of relief when you see a green indicator instead of a red one. Consider it a quirk of living the modern life, where one depends on gadgets and gizmos that still run on, unfortunately, on non-nuclear batteries. Things are even worse when your device comes with a proprietary charger. While you can still use some cheap, no-name charger, in many cases, devices are designed to only work optimally with original accessories. Thus, what usually takes 2-3 hours with …
Research: Ad-supported Android apps drain your battery faster
by Bams Sadewo on Mar 20, 2012 2 Comments">2
You know those free apps that you prefer over the paid ones because they are, umm, free? Well, not only do they force you to look at mobile ads every second or two, but, according to a team of researchers, they also take a high toll on your Android smartphone’s battery. The researchers analysed how Android apps use the battery and concluded that the ad-serving processes that run in the background are responsible for heavy battery drainage. The research, a joint effort between Purdue University and Microsoft, was conducted in order to answer the elusive question of exactly how energy is …
Mugen releases 4000mAh battery pack for Galaxy Nexus
by Bams Sadewo on Mar 12, 2012 7 Comments">7
Modern smartphones are often plagued by less than stellar battery performance, which sometimes makes a full day usage of the device impossible. The core of this problem lies in the fact that battery technology is still lagging behind the evolution of other smartphone internal components, such as the display, processor, or graphics chip. If you’re a multi-tasker who refuses to be weighed down by USB charge cables or wall chargers inside your manbag, getting an extra battery is one way to ensure that you can complete yet another round of Angry Birds, whilst still receiving and sending those important ‘work’ …
Free Android Apps for Increasing Device Performance
by Mina on Feb 17, 2012 2 Comments">2
Maximizing one’s Android device is a must for many to fully enjoy its features and apps. Here are some free apps available on the Market which can increase device performance.
Calibrating Your Android Phone’s Battery After Flashing New ROM
by Paul Nuñal on Jan 31, 2012 3 Comments">3
Many Android smartphones are notorious for having poor battery life. Most handset these days are provided with rechargeable batteries that could last a day or two, depending on the materials used or how the device is being used. The sole culprit behind the mammoth battery consumption lies in the Android operating system itself, as it was designed to continuously synchronize data and information throughout the day. Users who have rooted devices may have already found out some tricks on how to get the most life from out of their batteries. Some may have tried installing custom ROMs that are guaranteed …
Top Technologies Android Devices Will Get Before the iPhone
by Darcy LaCouvee on Jan 28, 2012 60 Comments">60
Yes, we know. The iPhone is the best selling smartphone in history. Does that make it the best? Does it have the latest and greatest technological innovations inside? Sure, it’s a beautifully crafted device for people that love what technology can do, but perhaps don’t necessarily want it to be too technical. It’s difficult to sum up why it is so popular without being offensive or obtuse, but really, it boils down to marketing, ease of use, and these two things contribute to its overall appeal. That being said, it won’t remain like this forever. Apple has a knack for adding …
Self-Charging Smartphones: Something to Look Out For
by Christine Torralba on Jan 26, 2012 0 Comments">0
Throughout the years, many smartphone users have always been bothered with the issue of their device running out of battery life too quickly. It has even reached instances wherein the smartphone user resorts to deleting unnecessary apps or even switching off some settings on their phone just so they can conserve their battery. This has been a major issue with smartphone users either on Android, iOS, RIM, or any other platform. Fortunately, a bunch of scientists at Cambridge University may finally be on to something to address this issue. With their new discoveries, they will be able to help smartphone …
How To Improve Your Battery Easy With Black Background (+3 Hours)
by Matthew Sabatini on Jan 25, 2012 0 Comments">0
A few weeks ago, I received a comment on one of my posts stating that a good way to improve battery life is to change your current background image to a black background. Naturally, I immediately changed my background to a small black image I found on the web. In addition, I made sure I tracked my daily battery life changes through screen shots. Furthermore, I ran these tests using the Galaxy Nexus standard battery and the extended battery. Standard Battery Normally, the standard Galaxy Nexus battery would get me 11-13 hours of normal daily use. I am, of course, …
Samsung Developing Better Batteries In 2012
by Aerol Bibat on Jan 21, 2012 0 Comments">0
The greatest bane of any businessperson on the go is their portable device suddenly running out of juice in the middle of nowhere. This dependence on electricity may not seem a big deal in our mostly electrified world.
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