subject: Getting The Most Out Of Your Tablet Battery [print this page] With the rising popularity of tablet computers over the past couple of years, it is important to know how you can get the most out of your tablet's battery. Caring for it will not only save you money in not having to shell out the cash for a new battery but will also help you to continue using your tablet computer for a considerably longer time instead of having to prematurely buy a new one. There are several ways you can get the most out of your tablet's battery that can elongate its life.
The first thing you can do to get the most out of your tablet computer's battery is to turn off WiFi or 3G whenever you absolutely do not need it. All tablets tend to use more power when connected to the Internet. If you are in a situation where you are using your tablet but don't need such a connection, disable your WiFi or 3G. this will allow the battery to last for several hours longer.
Avoid exposing your tablet computer to extreme temperatures. This includes very high temperatures in the summer that see high humidity as well as those that are very low, such as during a particularly frigid winter day. Extreme temperatures can certainly wear out your battery far more quickly. For instance, if you are traveling during the middle of summer and it gets very hot, avoid keeping your tablet computer in the car. Temperatures will rise to a considerably higher amount in a locked car than when you are outside, even if it is already over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have to bring your tablet with you, by all means, take it with you when you go somewhere. On the flip side, you should do the same in very bitterly cold weather of winter.
If you are a user who normally keeps your tablet computer plugged in via AC adapter, you can maximize the life of its battery by using it unplugged from the adapter at least once per week. This will help to regulate the battery so that it can last through at least 300 to 500 charges, or as much as 1,000 if your tablet is an iPad.
