Don't use your phone while it's charging," "don't leave it plugged in overnight

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"Don't use your phone while it's charging," "don't leave it plugged in overnight" and "always let it die completely" — these are just a few popular myths about smartphone batteries.

When it comes to battery life, there are many little rules for what you can and can't do with

your smartphone. While plenty of real rules exist, there are several rumored ones you can

simply ignore. Phone batteries have evolved so much over the years, becoming smarter

and easier to manage. Most lithium-ion batteries, used by major retailers

like Samsung and Apple, should last between three and five years, if you take proper care

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Here's the truth behind five major phone charging myths.

Myth 1: Using off-brand chargers destroys batteries.

The truth: Off-brand chargers, while not optimal, are fine. It's knockoffs you should avoid.

Don't go for cheap brand knockoff chargers when you can at least purchase inexpensive,

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