From bright displays to background apps, your Android phone might be using more battery than needed. Here are some simple tweaks to gain time between charges.

Go to Settings, select an app, and use Force Stop to stop it from running. On Pixel phones, turn off Allow background usage; on Galaxy phones, choose Restricted to save battery. Developer options show ...

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Is your Android device feeling sluggish? Over time, various factors can contribute to slower performance, but the good news is that you can take actionable steps to restore its speed and efficiency.