Because of their full of features and efficient software, Samsung’s Galaxy smartphones are among the best Android phones on the market right now. However, the majority of Samsung phones, particularly premium models like the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6, include extravagant features that you might not utilize on a regular basis. There are ways to maximize what you have without degrading the user experience if your new Galaxy phone is not able to last a full day between charges.
Here are seven ways to extend your Galaxy phone‘s battery life. Do not worry, I will not be Captain Obvious and suggest that you use your phone at a lower refresh rate or lower the screen resolution. The suggestions on this list ought to enhance your quality of life while optimizing the functionality of your phone.
Use Dark Mode
AMOLED screens, which can light individual pixels, are seen on the majority of Samsung phones. Therefore, the area of the screen that must remain black will not activate those pixels when you choose a dark theme or dark wallpaper. As a result, your screen uses less power and your battery lasts a little longer.
How to do it: Go to Settings > Display. Two cards for Light and Dark will be dealt to you. Press the Dark option. Changing the system wallpaper and sticking with the light theme is an alternative, but it will not have the same impact on energy life as switching to dark mode.
Use Adaptive Brightness
Although this feature should ideally be turned on by default, some individuals disable it because it is not always reliable. Nonetheless, the quality of Samsung’s ambient light sensor has increased over time. Your Galaxy phone is capable of accurately detecting ambient illumination and adjusting the screen brightness on its own. By doing this, you can make sure your display is more effective and not overly bright.
Toggle on Adaptive Brightness by going to Settings > Display. Although it should function in most settings, you can use the Quick Settings panel to slide down to change the brightness if necessary.
Force stop or uninstall power-draining apps
Many applications, including Facebook, Microsoft 365, OneDrive, and numerous Samsung and Google apps, are pre-installed on Samsung devices. To stop them from running in the background, find the ones you do not need and either remove them or force-disable them.
For instance, not everyone requires OneDrive or the Samsung Smart TV app. I remove those two apps along with others like Facebook, Outlook, Microsoft 365, Tutor, and more when I set up a new Galaxy phone.
How to: Tap and hold the app you want to uninstall. A pop-up menu will appear. Tap Uninstall. As a result, none of these non-required apps will use your battery.
Identify power-draining apps
Depending on your location, 5G connectivity, and background usage, some apps need more power. To assist you reduce unnecessary battery usage, Samsung allows you to recognize certain power-hungry programs.
By selecting Settings > Battery and Device care > Battery > Background usage limits, you may find and disable power-draining apps on your device.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Scheduled Always-On Display
I like my Galaxy S25 Ultra’s Always-On Display (AOD). For efficiency, its LTPO display lowers to 1Hz, which is useful for functions like AOD. Using AOD may not be as effective if your Galaxy phone is midrange and has a minimum refresh rate of 60 Hz. You can use it wisely, though, by planning AOD for when it is required.
How to: Go to Settings > Lock Screen and AOD > Tap on Always On Display > When to show > As scheduled. While you’re at it, also turn off the Show lock screen wallpaper within AOD settings.
Use Performance profile
Samsung lets you select a performance profile according on how you use it. The Light Performance profile is a better option than the Standard if you do not play games and use your phone mostly for everyday activities like surfing and making calls. It will put cooling and battery life ahead of processing performance.
How to: Open the Settings app and go to Device care > Performance profile and select Light. This is ideal for average phone users.
Download offline content before travel
It is a good idea to download such stuff offline if you listen to the same podcasts and playlists or travel the same path every day. Google Maps and the majority of streaming apps use a lot of battery power over 5G and LTE. It may also cause your phone to feel warm to the touch when you are outside. With a little advance forethought, you can handle this: Before you leave the house, use Wi-Fi to download your favorite music or maps.
How to: Go to the streaming apps you want to download content from and follow the in-app steps. For instance, YouTube has a download button on videos, and Spotify lets you download complete playlists.
What should you do if the battery on Galaxy phone runs low?
The seven settings above will not hinder your user experience and will retain the best Galaxy phone features. However, if you’re out and your phone is low on battery, you should:
- Turn on Power Saving
- Toggle off data roaming
- Turn off location services
- Switch off AOD altogether
When your phone’s battery is less than 15% and you are still a few hours away from a charger, I advise activating these options. The Samsung settings listed above will also help you get the most out of your Galaxy phone’s battery.
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Cristian Penisoara is a Guides Writer and Android specialist at Droid Tools. An Android user since version 2 and a professional event photographer, he combines technical curiosity with a detail-oriented approach - every guide he publishes is tested step-by-step on a real device before it goes live.
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