Google has been working hard to improve the user experience of its smartphones, and one of the most recent developments is the Adaptive Charging feature available on Pixel phones. The feature is designed to extend the lifespan of the phone’s battery by avoiding constant charging and discharging cycles.
Status Notification and One-time Off Button Added
Adaptive Charging has now received a significant update, which includes a status notification and a one-time off button. These updates aim to ensure that users are aware of when the feature is active on their device, as well as giving them more control over how their phone charges.
Alarm No Longer Required
Pixel Adaptive Charging will no longer require an alarm to work, making it even more convenient for users who do not want to set an alarm every night. Previously, the feature required users to set an alarm, but now it appears to work seamlessly without one being set.
Resting at 80%
The feature aims to preserve long-term battery life by not reaching 100% charge until the user wakes up. The device holds at 80% and uses the morning alarm to determine when to go all the way and be ready before unplugging, preventing constant charging and discharging that can shorten battery lifespan.
Automatic Setting
Pixel phones may now automatically determine when the user starts using their device in the morning and set that as the target time for Adaptive Charging. This new approach could enable Adaptive Charging for those with different sleep schedules or those who don’t use their Pixel for alarms. The description for Adaptive Charging has also been updated to “Activated based on your cycle.”
Unclear Update Rollout
It’s unclear how Google is rolling out these updates, and there has yet to be any official announcement or documentation from the company. However, users have started to notice the new features on their phones.
Not to be Confused with Adaptive Battery
Adaptive Charging should not be confused with Adaptive Battery, which uses AI to optimize app usage and conserve energy. Adaptive Charging is solely focused on extending the lifespan of the phone’s battery by avoiding constant charging cycles.
Conclusion
The updates made to the Adaptive Charging feature on Pixel phones demonstrate Google’s commitment to improving the user experience for its customers. By extending the lifespan of the phone’s battery and improving user control, Google is helping customers get more out of their devices. However, as it is still unclear how these updates are rolling out and what devices will receive them, users will need to keep an eye out for further announcements from Google to see if they can take advantage of these new features.
