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The Samsung Galaxy S5 was my favourite telephone ever, primarily because of the detachable battery. If I have been out all day and working low on energy, I simply grabbed a spare from my bag, and I used to be again to 100% in 30 seconds. However that’s a factor of the previous on the Galaxy S line, together with most different flagships. Getting a brand new battery for many fashionable smartphones entails sending it to specialists or utilizing your personal hotshot engineering expertise.
Whereas I’m not satisfied, producers will inform you non-removable batteries are higher. It’s partly about water and mud resistance, partly about constructing a sleeker machine, and partly about efficiency and security. Sealed batteries permit for bigger capacities in tighter areas and cut back the chance of consumer error. However it’s additionally made it tougher to do fundamental maintenance when your battery inevitably declines.
Have you ever modified the battery in your sealed telephone?
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As of late, most individuals don’t trouble changing the battery in any respect. Even when the cost barely will get them via the day, they both reside with it or improve. And whereas we’ve loads of ideas for maximising your telephone’s cost, there’s no actual substitute for a wholesome cell.
We’ve additionally lined what your choices are in the event you do wish to swap your battery, together with when it’s price it, how a lot it prices, and what to anticipate from third-party restore retailers. However we’re interested in what number of of you truly undergo the effort of those steps.
Have you ever ever truly modified the battery in a latest telephone? We’re not asking about units like my outdated Galaxy S5 — we imply sealed telephones from the previous 10 years or so. Tell us within the ballot above, and be happy to share your expertise within the feedback under.
