Tip:
Highlight text to annotate it
X
If it seems you're always looking for a charger, there are several ways you can extend battery life.
To save power, close all the apps you're not using.
Go to the app, and press the back key.
Changing some of the settings helps you save battery.
Set your phone to check for new mail less frequently. Swipe left, and tap Settings.
Tap email+accounts, tap the mail account, and change the setting for Download new content.
You can set the screen to switch off after a shorter time.
You can also lower the screen brightness.
Switch Bluetooth on only when you need it.
Change your network setting from 3G to 2G.
Tap mobile network, and switch Highest connection speed to 2G.
When no connections are needed, stop your phone scanning for available wireless networks.
To save power, switch location services off. Tap location, and switch Location services to Off.
When you're already low on power, use battery saver mode.
Switch battery saver on, tap advanced, and choose when you want to save battery.
Now, some phone features are switched off.
For example, your phone won't update some of the live tiles, so the battery lasts longer.
You can also improve your phone's performance by updating your phone software.