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3 charging mistakes to avoid – December 2025

Author/Source: Adrian Kingsley-Hughes See the full link here

Takeaway

This article explains common mistakes people make when charging their phones, tablets, and laptops. You will learn how to avoid these errors to help your device batteries last longer.

Technical Subject Understandability

Beginner

Analogy/Comparison

Taking care of your device’s battery is like taking care of a houseplant; giving it too much water or not enough at the right times can make it unhealthy over time.

Why It Matters

Avoiding charging mistakes is important because it helps your device battery last longer, saving you money by not having to replace it or buy a new device too soon. For example, consistently charging your phone to 100% and leaving it plugged in can stress the battery and shorten its lifespan.

Related Terms

Trickle charge, Optimal charge range. Jargon Conversion: Trickle charge is when your device slowly keeps getting power even after it’s fully charged to stay at 100%. Optimal charge range is the best battery level, usually between 20% and 80%, to keep your battery healthy.