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  Your phone battery draining aggressively: 5 Reasons and how to fix it at home

  Technology | November 23, 2025 9:15 IST

  If your smartphone battery is draining aggressively, multiple factors like background apps, screen brightness, outdated software, poor network connectivity, or battery health issues may be responsible. Here are the top 5 causes and quick home fixes to improve battery life without spending money.

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  Android phones to get smarter battery protection from power-hungry apps starting March 2026

  Technology | November 12, 2025 13:37 IST

  From March 1, 2026, Google will introduce battery usage warning labels for Android apps that consume excess power in the background. Developers will be required to optimise their apps or risk being removed from Play Store recommendations.

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  iPhone battery dying fast? Try these hidden settings to double your battery life

  Technology | November 09, 2025 18:28 IST

  If your iPhone's battery drains quickly and the charge doesn't last long, you don't need to worry anymore; simply change these settings on your iPhone to significantly improve battery life.

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  How to make your smartphone battery last longer: Easy tips for daily use

  Technology | September 13, 2025 11:57 IST

  Smartphone batteries drain fast due to poor charging habits, background apps, and high screen usage. To make your battery last longer, keep it between 20 per cent to 80 per cent while charging, use battery saver mode, restrict background apps, reduce screen brightness, and more.

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  Chinese tech companies working on 10,000mAh battery phones, intensifying competition

  Technology | July 21, 2025 17:04 IST

  Chinese companies, including Realme and Vivo, are set to launch phones with a 10,000mAh battery next year. This development could heighten the competition for premium smartphone brands like Apple, Google, and Samsung.

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  India introduces 'Battery Aadhaar' to monitor batteries from manufacturing to recycling

  Technology | May 28, 2025 22:33 IST

  This initiative will enable tracking of the manufacturing origin, battery composition, safety certifications, and overall performance throughout the product's lifecycle.

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  Google launches battery replacement program for swollen Pixel 7a phones

  Technology | April 25, 2025 15:50 IST

  Google received complaints on social media regarding the Pixel 7a issue before taking action. It is now offering free battery replacements to eligible users.

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  Should you stop charging your smartphone to 100 per cent? Experts explained why

  Technology | March 12, 2025 15:09 IST

  If you are also someone who plugs in your smartphone on the charger and leaves it to go on to 100 per cent, then you are destroying the battery life. Here are the reasons why you should not charge your battery to 100 per cent and how to optimize it.

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  Realme to bring 8,000mAh battery smartphone to end charging anxiety

  Gadgets | December 03, 2024 11:25 IST

  After launching the Realme GT 7 Pro, Realme is now developing another impressive smartphone featuring a robust 8,000mAh battery. Details about this upcoming phone have emerged recently.

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  Ather now offers an 8-year or 80,000km battery warranty option with its Pro pack

  Auto | November 25, 2024 14:57 IST

  Previously, Pro customers were only offered a five-year or 60,000 km warranty when purchasing a new electric bike. Now, they have the option to extend the warranty with an additional payment.

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  Honda targets 2x EV range by 2029 with solid-state batteries

  Auto | November 22, 2024 18:24 IST

  Honda aims at doubling the driving range of its electric vehicles (EVs) by the late 2020s using all-solid-state battery technology. These advancements are key to Honda’s goal of producing over two million electric vehicles annually by 2030 and transitioning fully to electric and fuel-cell vehicles.

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  iPhone 14 Pro Max erupts in flames, here's how to charge your phone safely

  Technology | November 06, 2024 7:03 IST

  A concerning incident has emerged involving an iPhone 14 Pro Max that exploded while charging, causing injuries to the user. Apple has committed to investigating the matter.

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  iPhone users report battery issues following iOS 18 update: Apple responds

  Technology | October 03, 2024 6:58 IST

  Apple released its iOS 18 update shortly after the launch of the iPhone 16 Series. However, numerous users have reported abnormally high battery drain. The company has acknowledged the issue and suggested remedies.

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  Xiaomi, Redmi offer limited-time battery replacement discounts

  Technology | September 02, 2024 17:12 IST

  Xiaomi, Redmi battery replacement: Interested Xiaomi and Redmi users can take advantage of this offer to get their battery replaced at a discounted price. The offer is valid of selected smartphone models from the company.

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  South Korea pushes for transparency: EV makers may soon be required to reveal battery brands

  Auto | August 26, 2024 12:04 IST

  South Korea has proposed new regulations that would require electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers to disclose the brand information of their batteries. The decision was made following discussions between the government and the ruling People Power Party (PPP) on Sunday.

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  Battery electric vehicle sales cross 1 crore mark globally this year: Report

  Auto | July 02, 2024 18:26 IST

  The sale of electric vehicles is expected to exceed 10 million units this year. Several factors are driving this growth, and companies are also striving to reduce manufacturing costs.

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  4 people died in Delhi due to an inverter explosion: Are you also making these mistakes?

  Technology | June 26, 2024 18:45 IST

  a family of four tragically lost their lives due to a fire caused by an inverter and battery. Poor maintenance are potential causes of such fires. Here's how to prevent such fire.

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  How to improve your smartphone's Battery Life? 5 Tips

  Technology | October 09, 2023 15:41 IST

  Mobile battery draining is a common problem, and people have been trying unusual ways to get it fixed. So, here we bring to you five ways to keep your mobile battery up by following the suggestions.

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  Uttar Pradesh: House gutted in Lucknow after battery scooter explodes during charging

  Uttar Pradesh | August 10, 2023 11:08 IST

  Lucknow news: “The incident happened in the house of Mohd Naseem, a resident of Jal Nigam Road under Thakurganj police station,” said Pushpendra Kumar Yadav, fire station officer Chowk.

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  Fast charging boosts 80% of Q1 smartphone sales worldwide: Report

  Technology | July 20, 2023 19:34 IST

  Chinese smartphone manufacturers are taking the lead in the trend of introducing higher-wattage charging options across different price ranges, especially in the Chinese market, where the average power stands at 50W.