Myth #1: Charging your phone overnight is bad
Phones know when its battery is at full charge. When it reaches that point, it stops charging.
his thankfully prevents overcharging and any associated damage. So feel free to leave your digital companion plugged in overnight.
Myth #2: Charge your battery all the way up and allow it to drain all the way down
Yeah, don't do this. Lithium-ion batteries are not the same as what you use to power your television remote, and fully charging them on first use only to let them drain all the way isn't required to maintain battery life.
Not only does the so-called "memory effect" not really apply to the batteries in your laptop and smartphone.
So feel free to charge your battery whenever you see fit, even in fits and starts.
Myth #3: You can't use your phone while it is charging.
Playing with your phone while it is plugged in is totally safe — just so long as you don't use a knockoff charger (and are not in a bathtub).
Myth #4: All chargers are the same!
In addition to being a safety hazard, counterfeit chargers just don't work as well as brand-name ones. These, essentially, are a fire hazard and they do a garbage job of getting power to your phone.
It is important to note that reputable off-brand chargers can be a good buy. This meaning that you should stay away from counterfeits. Buy a name-brand charger directly from a manufacturer's website or a legit off-brand. Your phone will charge faster, and your charger will be less likely to melt into the wall.
Myth #5: Leaving your phone on 24/7 is no big deal
Your smartphone needs to be rebooted every now and then, and not doing so is detrimental to the lifespan of your battery.
Luckily you don't need to turn your phone off every night. Rather, aim for rebooting it at least once a week. For an added bonus, this can also help your device's performance.
Myth #6: Location services are killing your battery
Basically, if you want to use your location services, go ahead and do so. It's not going to totally mess up your battery life.
[Article courtesy of Mashable]