Get the most out of your Laptop Battery

Laptop batteries are like people--eventually and inevitably, they die.


Best ways to get the most out of your laptop battery:

• Don't Run the Battery down to empty - Doing this once or twice won't kill the battery, but the cumulative effect of frequently emptying your battery will shorten its lifespan
• Keep your laptop cool (I am so guilty of this) - Heat breaks down the battery, and reduces its overall life. When you use your laptop, make sure the vents are unblocked. Never work with the laptop on pillows or cushions. If possible, put it on a raised stand that allows for plenty of airflow.
•  Give it a Rest - If you're going to be working exclusively on AC power for a week or more, remove the battery first and work strictly off of the power cable.

• Dim your laptop screen - Your laptop's backlight requires a lot of juice. Keep it as dim as you can comfortably read it.
• Shut off unneeded hardware - Turn off your Bluetooth, and if you're not using the Internet, turn off your Wi-Fi receiver. Also mute you r speakers and don't use an external mouse or other device if possible.
• Avoid multimedia - Save chores like photo editing and watching old Daily Show videos for when you have AC power. And if you must listen to music, use your iPod (or similar device).