Xiaomi phones and its sister brands received new Android software last year. Since then, HyperOS has reached devices, with some differences from the defunct MIUI, and many other similarities. What hasn't changed is the need, sometimes, for the battery to give us a few extra hours of screen time.
It is possible to achieve this. As long as we know which functions take away more battery life and which ones can be deactivated without affecting the good performance of our phone. Among them, these settings have their usefulness, but We prefer to deactivate them so that the mobile takes more time to go through the socket.
Limit background apps
This is one of the most repeated tips when talking about Android and in HyperOS it is controlled intuitively. Accumulating many apps in the phone's internal memory not only takes up space but also keeps processes running in the background that can consume battery power excessively. Better safe than sorry: only install the apps you use.
Otherwise, HyperOS has a configuration screen among its settings which allows choose which apps have permission so that they start automatically (hence their processes too). Remember here not to prevent the automatic launch of messaging applications, at least those for which you receive notifications.
This configuration can be found in “Settings” > “Applications” > “Manage applications” > “Autostart in background”. This screen contains a list of applications, and next to it, a switch to enable or deny permission.
Disable connections you don't use
Taking into account the multiple sensors and connections of the mobile (WiFi, mobile network, NFC, GPS, light sensor, accelerometer), we have access to a multitude of associated functionalities, some go unnoticed because of our habit of using them.
However, when not using some of these functions, It is advisable to deactivate them to save battery life. For example, by disabling location, we will prevent background applications from accessing it, with the resulting waste of energy. To deactivate them and bring them back, it is best to use the Control Center, which allows you to modify quick access. As simple as bringing up the quick settings area, pressing the pencil button and adding the ones you want.
AMOLED and dark mode are your allies
Xiaomi and its sub-brands have been banking on AMOLED displays for some time, a type of panel that turns off small LEDs by representing the color black. Disabling them reduces power consumption, and this becomes more obvious if we enable HyperOS's “Dark Mode”. To do this, tap “Settings” and follow this simple path “Display” > “Dark Mode”. If during the day it is not comfortable for you, you can program it so that is activated with sunset.
Don't you need to be fluent? Save battery
Likewise, the refresh rate The most common is 120 hertz, 90 hertz is even within the input range. It provides fluidity in movements and improves the user experience, but placing it above 60 Hz implies additional effort for the CPU and GPU of the mobile.
Therefore, this the processor works harderand besides the screen too, implies that the battery percentage decreases more quickly. Whether or not you notice the change in a high refresh rate, reducing it is a good alternative when we need extra battery life.
How to configure refresh rate in HyperOS? We return to “Settings”, tap the “Screen and brightness” section, and among the options we will see “Refresh rate”. On the next screen, it's as simple as changing the “Default” option to “Custom.” The different refresh rates will be unlocked, place it in 60Hz to require less of the mobile phone and gain autonomy.
The always-on screen is cool, but it's also a major drag
Another feature that looks great, but uses battery at the same time. The always-on screen allows us to follow notifications, without having to unlock the phone. This comes from the very nature of AMOLED screens: In this mode, only a few pixels light up, just enough to display the icons of applications that send notifications, as well as the clock. In addition, HyperOS has a very complete and intuitive section to customize it.
Now, as is the case with other previous functions, this involves sacrifice autonomy. By default, consumption should not be very exaggeratedsince the Xiaomi system only displays it 10 seconds after notifications arrive. Even so, when the battery percentage is very low, this can help prevent it from dropping so quickly.
From “Settings” > “Wallpaper & Personalization” > “Always on Screen”, turning it off will only involve moving the main switch to the off position, as you can see in the screenshots above . With all these changes, we are going to extend the autonomy of our mobile phone, and hey, They also do not involve very notable sacrifices in daily use. At least for us.
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