Samsung smartphones: Tips to optimize battery life and network settings

Samsung smartphone users can optimize their devices by adjusting battery and network settings to improve longevity and performance.

To extend battery lifespan, users can utilize the ‘Battery Protection’ feature found under Settings, Battery, and Battery Protection. Depending on the One UI version, three modes are available: ‘Standard’, which maintains a charge between 95% and 100%; ‘Maximum’, which limits charging to a specific threshold; and ‘Adaptive/Sleep’ modes designed to manage charging cycles based on usage patterns.

Additionally, adjusting mobile network settings can prevent unnecessary costs and save power. Users are advised to disable ‘Data Roaming’ when traveling outside their primary region and to turn off ‘Allow 2G’ to enhance security against SMS phishing and prepare for the eventual decommissioning of 2G networks. Enabling ‘Wi-Fi Calling’ can improve call quality in areas with weak cellular signals, while switching from 5G to LTE may help conserve battery life if high-speed data is not required.