6 Tips to Make Your Phone Last Longer | Reviews by Wirecutter
Modern phones last longer when you manage battery health by keeping them between 62-72°F, avoiding regular full charges, and using built-in features like iPhone's 80% charge limit or Google Pixel's adaptive charging. Beyond batteries, extending phone lifespan requires software updates for security, preventing storage from reaching capacity to avoid performance slowdowns, regular cleaning of charging ports, physical protection with cases and screen protectors, and repairing damage rather than immediately replacing the device. These practices can keep a phone functional well beyond the typical two-year replacement cycle.