How to extend the battery life of your multisport smartwatch
1. Optimize your smartwatch settings
Reduce screen brightness
One of the first steps to prolonging the battery life of your multisport smartwatch is to decrease the screen brightness. This smart touchscreen watch is equipped with a color display, ideal for tracking your performance, but a brightness level that is too high can quickly drain the battery. By adjusting this function to a lower setting, you can save some of the energy used.
Disable unnecessary notifications
The smart smartwatch offers numerous notifications, but not all of them are essential during your sports activities. Disable non-urgent notifications or alerts related to third-party apps. This will help limit vibrations and the constant activation of the screen, which, in the long run, contributes to better battery management.
2. Use power-saving mode
Activate power-saving mode
Your smartwatch has a power-saving mode that reduces non-essential features while maintaining the main functions, such as heart rate monitoring and sports data. This mode is perfect for long training sessions or periods when you don’t need to track every notification in real-time.
Limit GPS functions outdoors
The multisport watch, equipped with built-in GPS, allows you to track your routes in real-time. However, GPS is one of the most energy-consuming elements of the watch. If you don’t need detailed location data, consider turning off this function or using it only during specific training sessions.
3. Manage connected applications
Avoid constant connection with your smartphone
Although syncing your watch with your smartphone via Bluetooth is useful for receiving calls and notifications, this feature can reduce battery life if it remains active continuously. Limit Bluetooth connections to only when they are necessary.
Limit the use of resource-hungry apps
Fitness and health tracking apps are great, but some of them can consume a significant amount of battery, especially if they are constantly running in the background. Don't hesitate to close unused apps to maximize the battery life of your multisport smartwatch.
4. Charging and battery maintenance
Avoid excessive charging
To preserve battery life, it's important not to let it discharge completely before recharging. Recharge your smartwatch when the battery reaches about 20-30%, and unplug it when the charge reaches 100%. This helps avoid unnecessary strain on the battery and can prolong its lifespan.
Choose the right charger
Always use the charger that came with your watch or a compatible, high-quality charger. A poor-quality charger can affect battery performance and reduce its efficiency over time.
5. Monitoring your performance and adjustments
Track battery status
Most multisport smartwatches, like the touch and smart model you own, offer the ability to monitor battery status in the associated mobile app. By regularly checking battery levels, you can adjust your usage to avoid unexpected drops in charge.
Make adjustments based on training intensity
Depending on the intensity of your activity, you can adjust your watch settings to optimize battery life. During light sessions, turn off certain features like GPS or automatic alerts to extend the watch's battery life.