How to extend the life of the Android battery. The most complete manual

We want to immediately warn that this manual is unlikely to suit novice users, as it requires some knowledge, as well as determination and desire to poke in the bowels of Android. Some of the links in this article will lead you to English-language sites, so for more information you will need a basic knowledge of the foreign language. In addition, you perform all actions at your own peril and risk, and we are not responsible for the result and possible malfunctions in the operation of your device.

Well, now that all the formalities are met, let’s go!

What you need

First of all, here is a list of all the necessary tools and programs that will be used in this manual. Near some of them I cited links to articles in which you can get additional information. Each of these utilities in the article will be devoted to a separate section, which includes links for downloading and a description of the basic settings.

• Root – “Guide to obtaining root-rights to Android.”
• Xposed Framework – “Xposed Framework – new features for your Android”.
• Greenify – “Save the Android smartphone battery with Greenify”.
• Amplify.
• MyAndroidTools.
• AppOpsXposed.
• AdAway – “How to remove ads in the browser and Android applications.”
• PowerNap.

Changing the basic settings

Let’s start the instruction from what lies on the surface. The basic settings described in this section are known to everyone, but not everyone is bothering to make the necessary changes to ensure the power consumption of a smartphone or tablet.

1. Screen settings

The brightness of the screen is one of the main factors affecting the battery life. The higher the brightness, the faster the battery is discharged. It is better to change the brightness manually, rather than trust automatic adjustment. Not always automatically works correctly, and the light sensor requires additional power. Do not forget to also set the screen off time for 30 seconds or less.

2. Transmission of data

This is very simple advice, but it really prolongs the life of the device. Switch the type of network from 3G to 2G for the time when you do not need a mobile Internet and you use a smartphone for calls only.

3. Wi-Fi

Even in those moments when Wi-Fi is turned off, your smartphone is looking for an affordable network. To disable this option, go to “Settings” → Wi-Fi → “Additional features” → “Always search for networks.”

4. Locating

Another energy absorber is the location service. Turn it off if you do not need it at the moment: “Settings” → “Location”.

Program settings

Now that you have optimized all the basic settings, you can begin to dive deeper. The following steps will concern system services and processes that are hidden from the view of the average user.

1. Xposed Framework

This application is a working environment that serves to run the programs we need. So the first thing to do is to take care of installing Xposed on your device.

• For Android 4.0.3-4.4, the installation file can be downloaded here.
• For Android 5.0+ (partial support), all the necessary files and instructions can be found in this topic. A detailed description of the installation procedure can be found here.
• For Samsung TouchWiz ROM you can download Xposed Framework here.

2. Greenify

You can use Greenify to freeze applications and services that you do not need. Note that you will need the Greenify version (Donation Package), which contains some additional and experimental functions. After installing Greenify, you will need to activate the appropriate module in Xposed. Then activate the acceleration mode and experimental functions in the program settings.

“Freeze” programs that consume battery power in the background. In my case, the following list turned out:

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Do not “sleep” all programs, but only those that run in the background without the need. Do not freeze the dialer and the messaging program that you are using.

3. MyAndroidTools

With this application, you can disable unnecessary system services and background processes. First of all, you need to pay attention to the elements included in Google Play Services. Here is a list of those that you can block:

1. AnalyticsService.
2. FeedbackService (depends on the Play Games).
3. AdRequestBrokerService.
4. NetworkLocationService (Location Service).
5. GoogleLocationManagerService (Location Service).
6. FusedProviderService (Location Service).
7. GeofenceProviderService (Location Service).
8. negotiationService.
9. WatchdogService (possibly depends on Google Play Music).
10. WearableService (possibly depends on Google Play Music).

Be sure to disable AnalyticsService, which is added by Facebook and Facebook Messenger. In addition, in the Broadcast Recievers-Actions section, disable autostart of unnecessary programs.

Alarms [LOCATION] (Allow every 40,000 seconds):

• com.google.android.gms.nlp.ALARM_WAKEUP_LOCATOR;
• com.google.android.gms.nlp.ALARM_WAKEUP_ACTIVITY_D ETECTION;
• ALARM_WAKEUP_BURST_COLLECTOR;
• com.google.android.gms.location.fused.GPS_ALARM_BA LANCED_ACCURACY;
• com.google.android.gms.nlp.ALARM_WAKEUP_ACTIVE_COL LECTOR;
• com.google.android.gms.nlp.ALARM_WAKEUP_PASSIVE_CO LLECTOR;
• com.google.android.gms.nlp.ALARM_WAKEUP_BURST_COLL ECTION_TRIGGER.

Alarm (Allow every 84,000 seconds):

• android.app.backup.intent.RUN;
• com.google.android.gms / .checkin.EventLogService $ Receiver;
• com.google.android.gms / .checkinCheckinService% Receiver.

Wakelocks (Allow Every 7,200 seconds):

• * net_scheduler *;
• GCoreFlp;
• Icing.

Wakelocks (Allow Every 40,000 seconds):

• NlpWakeLock;
• NlpCollectorWakeLock;
• LocationManagerService;
• Config Service Fetch.

Services (Block / Deny):

• com.google.android.gms / com.google.android.location.internal.AnalyticsSamp lerService;
• com.google.android.gms / common.analytics.CoreAnalyticsIntentService;
• ads.jam.NegotiationService.