If you own an iMac device, there is no doubt that you want to have it running and serving you for the longest time possible. One of the simplest ways to preserve the lifespan of an iMac battery is to prevent a full charge each time you plug into the power socket.
Learn to Manage Your iMac Battery’s Health
Significantly, the manufacturers of iMac recently introduced a feature that is aimed at boosting the health management of its product’s batteries. The latest feature is expected to work well for most modern devices. Moreover, it is expected that using this new feature will generally lengthen the lifespan of iMac batteries. In principle, the feature works primarily by cutting down on the battery’s chemical aging rate.
Never Charge Your Device to 100%
The first trick simply involves the idea that a battery should never be charged to its maximum. When the battery charges fully, it generally suffers a strain. In turn, this can result in the product’s life being significantly reduced over time. What do we learn from this? Never let your iMac battery charge to its limit if you want it to last longer. Overcharging your iMac battery works in tandem with overheating. They are both a perfect recipe to shorten the battery life. In a recent survey carried out by ReserachGate, it was determined that if you want to keep your battery lasting longer, you should charge it to only 85% rather than the traditional 100%.
Select an App to Keep the Charge Below 100%
To keep the charge to the desired level, you can use an appropriate app that works well with the iMac and allows you to set the limit on your charging bar to whatever you want. Most of these apps will let you set the desired percentage. When the set threshold is reached, your device automatically stops charging. Interestingly, the app also keeps your device from charging, allowing a charge resumption only when it falls below a given limit (like 3%). With such a system, you can have a longer-lasting and healthier iMac battery.
Regularly Keep Tabs on the iMac Battery Status
You should be monitoring the status of your iMac battery regularly. This will help a great deal in making sure that the charge levels are always kept at a healthy rate, preferably below 100%. In the case of a laptop, you can do this easily by holding the keyboard’s “Option Key.”
Next, at the menu bar’s top section, tap on the battery icon. It will reveal the battery’s current condition. In this setup, let’s review a few of the key terms you’ll see.
- “Normal” means that your battery is working well.
- “Replace Soon” means that, while the function is reasonable, the battery charge capacity is steadily deteriorating.
- “Replace Now” means that the function is normal, but the charge is reducing. This also means you may continue using the battery for some time without damaging the computer.
- “Service Battery” means the battery function is questionable, and it might be time to turn the computer in for service.
Do Not Idle-Charge
Avoid charging your device instinctively, like doing so several times during the day. Moreover, it is not advisable to have your device charging overnight. This can lead to undesirable malfunctions, affecting the charging system as well as causing unexpected reboots of some devices.
The voltage pressure put on the device, along with a risk of overheating, can shorten the lifespan of your iMac battery. Avoid these at all costs. Notably, don’t be fooling into thinking that as long as the device is turned off, it’s insulated from overcharging. On the contrary, the effect on your iMac battery is always the same.
Avoid Parasitic Loading
Along the same lines, it’s wise to avoid the parasitic loading of your device. This refers to a situation where a person engages in gaming or watching a video, for instance, while the device is kept charging. It is yet another enemy of the iMac battery’s longevity. Instead, always ensure that your device is turned off whenever it is plugged in for charging.
As noted, rather than charge the device to the full 100%, it’s best to keep the charge at about 85% and avoid overnight charging. Moreover, it is better to do a regular but partial charging of your device. Also, try to avoid the increasingly popular fast charging technologies. If you must, use it sparingly and make sure you never try this overnight.
Conclusion
It’s possible to keep your iMac battery serving you for much longer than you previously thought possible. You can use a few simple tips to ensure this happens. One of the most important ways to do this is to ensure that the battery charge is kept at a moderate level. Set a charging limit on your device to avoid excess battery wear. Try to find out what works best and use it to make everything a resounding success.
Bill says
Since when does an iMac have a battery that needs charging…iMac is a ‘Desktop’ computer. You should change this article to MacBook/MacBook Pro/ MacBook Air….if you have an iMac, check the Sys Prefs>energy saver…it doesn’t show any ‘battery’ preferences….