ZDNET's key takeaways Unplug at 100%, and keep the battery between 20% and 80%.Avoid draining to 0%; store unused tablets at 50%.Use certified chargers to prevent stress and overheating. As someone ...

Modern smartphones are protected against overcharging, but heat and use habits can still degrade your battery over time.

Many iPhone users running iOS 26 have recently reported receiving “slow charging” notifications when using old accessories.

Sai is a singer-songwriter from India with a passion for gaming and tech. His music has been featured on Rolling Stone, Rock Street Journal, Indie Music Diaries, and more. Overnight phone charging is ...