How you’re charging your tablet is quietly killing it – 3 mistakes to avoid (and the right way)

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ZDNET’s key takeaways

• Unplug at 100%, and keep the battery between 20% and 80%.
• Avoid draining to 0%; store unused tablets at 50%.
• Use certified chargers to prevent stress and overheating.

As someone who uses a tablet daily, I’m constantly looking for ways to make its battery last longer. However, some habits you don’t think twice about could actually be hurting your battery over time. There are ways to extend your tablet’s battery…