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How can I improve the battery life on my Pre?

There are several ways to get the most battery life from your Pre. Below are a few helpful tips:

  • Turn off GPS: If you don't frequently use GPS, go into location preferences and turn it off when not needed.
  • Turn off bluetooth: Bluetooth usually drains battery faster than normal, so turn it off to maximize runtime.
  • Close apps: Having many apps open, especially third-party ones, can potentially contribute to battery drain. Flick them away when you don't need them.
  • Perform a soft reset: Like any device, a soft-reset can work wonders, especially after extended usage. Hold the power button down while toggling the ringer switch three times.
  • Find a better signal: With a poor signal, the Pre has been known to drain battery trying to hold a good connection. If possible, move to a room with a better signal.
  • Log out of IM / Exit Hotmail: In early units, this has been known to have a negative effect on battery life. Log out of IM and close hotmail when not in use.
  • Use Wifi or turn it off: In areas of lower coverage, use Wifi if possible to save a poor 3G signal from draining battery (and to increase speed). When 3G coverage is strong, turn Wifi off.
  • Carry a spare battery and car charger: If you still need more battery life for extended trips, consider an extra Palm Pre battery or car charger from the Palm store.

To check your battery life, either tap the small battery icon in the status bar, or tap directly below the earpiece.

 

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