By this day and age, you’re no stranger to the panic-filled reaction when someone realizes their device’s battery life is low. While battery life is important, we often take for granted that batteries would be useless without their respective chargers. Of course, extending the battery lifespan of our devices is a bright idea, but until then, we ought to take good care of our chargers. Here are tips on doing just that.
Unplug by the head
Never pull your charger by the cord to unplug it. Although this may seem to work fine, over time, the tension will cause irreparable internal damage.
Keep it cool
Extreme temperatures, hot or cold, can damage chargers. It’s best to avoid leaving your charger on a carpet, especially in a hot environment, and when transporting during winter, insulate it.
Keep it dry
Keep your charger dry at all times and always keep it away from water. Avoid charging up a device in your kitchen and bathroom, and be sure to clean up any spills right away.
Use a surge protector
You never know when an electrical surge may strike, and if powerful enough, it can damage or destroy electronic components. It’s best not to risk this, especially during storms or in buildings with poorly designed circuits.
Keep it tucked away
A stray charger can turn into a tripwire when you least expect it. Not only can this cause damage to the charger by tearing the cord or breaking the plug head, but it can seriously harm you.
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