Update all the apps
Keeping apps updated is imperative if you want to use new features and check out UI changes as well as a performance boost that these updates provide. Failing to update an app can cause it to develop issues, conflict with other apps or crash at some point which is something you must get rid of even before it commences. It is highly advisable to update all the apps manually or at least keep the apps on ‘auto-update’ in order to get rid of such issues.
Check for software updates
Software updates on Android smartphones aren’t regular as compared to iOS which takes a toll on smartphone’s ability to do stuff with updated firmware. Now, you can check for updates available by navigating to ‘Settings >> About Device >> Software Updates >> Check for available updates’ in an attempt to resolve battery draining problems that you are addressing. If there’s no update available, you can retreat back to a previous Android OS or you can download custom ROMs available to get frequent updates and resolves any bugs or errors.
Turn off GPS/Wifi and other services
Services like GPS, Wifi, Bluetooth, and even mobile data consume battery which isn’t surprising though but it actually consumes power even when not in use which contributes to the already declining battery life. Thus, we recommend our users to keep a tap on these services and turn them off when not in use. These all services are available on the notification tray which is just a swipe away.
Use power saving mode
Most of the smartphones now come with a built-in power saving mode that limits battery usage by apps and services. If you don’t have one on your BQ Aquaris phone, you can install it right from the Google Play Store so that you can exercise certain guidelines on apps on how much battery can be used and take precautionary measures to tackle battery hungry other stimuli causing faster battery draining.
Wipe cache files
Cache files faster the load time that occurs when you open an app but these temporary files are susceptible to errors and bugs which is the reason why we recommend our users to get rid of cache files every now and then.
Method 01: Navigate to ‘Settings >> Apps >> Downloaded >> Clear Data >> Clear Cache’.
Method 02: Navigate to ‘Settings >> Storage >> Cache Memory >> Delete it’.
Use recovery mode to wipe cache partition
This is the third method listed on this explicit guide on how you can clear cache files saved on your phone. For this, you’ll have to boot into the recovery mode which is elaborated below.
- Power down the device at first.
- Press power button + volume up button together and hold it.
- Let go the buttons once the display shows ‘Android logo’ on the screen.
- As soon as you enter into the recovery mode, touchscreen won’t work and then, you would have to press the volume up or down buttons in order to navigate and press the power button to select an option.
- Tap on ‘wipe cache partition’ and there you have deleted the last bit of cache files stored on your device
This is an irreversible method where although any minor or major software-related problems could be resolved, however, you need to take a backup of the data before doing the same.
- To perform a hard reset, you need start by turning off the phone.
- Next is to press the power button and volume up button together and hold it similar to how you did in the previous method on ‘wipe cache partition’.
- From amidst the options, you need to select ‘wipe data/factory reset >> Yes — delete all user data’.
- This will set the device in motion where it will perform restore factory which could take few minutes and then, you’ll have a new-like phone in your hand.
Seek help from the experts
Considering that the problem is still there, it could a faulty or damaged battery or the battery has exceeded its life cycle causing it to suffer faster-draining problems. Seek help from an authorized service center to get the proper resolution to the problem.
