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[HTC Amaze 4G] 2sh0rt:
Some one just tonite asked me how I can possibly get 15+ hours on a single charge using my new Amaze 4G. Just to give you a bit of background, since having the vibrant and the unofficial leaks of Froyo that popped up here and there I was always looking to improve my battery life in every which way while not comprimising my user experiance. For those that dont know, the Vibrant was stuck on Eclair for a really really long time and we resorted to building Froyo roms using the i9000 source which for some reason killed battery like you would believe. After weeks of playing and testing I came to a few generic tips that seem to drastically help (beyond the obvious things you normally would expect).

This is what I personally do and have found to work, you take them or leave them makes no differance to me whatsoever, just friendly suggestions.

The Super Duper Number 1 thing I've found to HUGELY improve my battery life was instead of using gsm (4g/3g/edge) I use Wifi whenever possible. Most of my time is spent at home or work where I have routers. For whatever reason using wifi is less taxing on the battery then gsm. Also changing the wifi sleep policy to never will add to this.

Since i spend most my day inside i keep my brightness relatively low. I do not use auto brightness unless I really need to.

Obviously I keep my gps off unless I absolutely need it.

Sense has some neat power saving features to help with sync settings at certain times... i.e. during my sleeping time, it automatically change my sync to every 2 hours rather then every 15 min like its typically set to during the day.

The few steps above have helped me acheive 15+ hours on a single charge. Some other things that should help even more would be:

Limit the number of widgets you run (especially the ones that constantly update)

Dont use Live Wallpaper

Extend your sync intervals on email and social apps... instead of every 10 move to every 20

make sure when you are away from wifi you turn your wifi off

If you are in an area with poor coverage (especially 4g) turn your data to edge only

Not sure about LCD but on my samoled keeping screen colors to darkest possible (black wallpapers, etc) helps conserve a bit

Change you timeout setting to the lowest you can stand possible (15sec, 30sec)

Avoid task killer apps... let the system do its job or use the built in task killer for those apps you wish to close. (I know the verdict is out on whether they help or not, but I believe using auto app killers does more damage then good, they were designed for old android versions that didnt function the way GB does now)

That's it for now... if I can remember or think of any more I will def post. Like I said you can take or leave my advice. Please do me one favor.... if you DO NOT HAVE ANYTHING POSITIVE TO ADD THEN KEEP YOUR NEGATIVTY TO YOURSELF. It makes for a happier forum! Thanks
[HTC Amaze 4G] Bigv69er:
how do you access the internal task killer? i havent seen it.. but i see it in the applications when i manage my apps.

and i think the one thing i do wrong is never switch to wifi lol

my previous devices would drain faster on wifi than gsm

but i will give it a try

thanks
[HTC Amaze 4G] getrdy:
I've heard this also WiFi + radio drains more than just radio unless you have a crappy connection then you are better.off with wifi. Gr8 guide tho .... Use less sync people the weather is the same as it was 2h ago.... Unless its raining
[HTC Amaze 4G] ajbk4life1:
WiFi barely uses any battery. I can 24 hours out my amaze with only WiFi. 4G is a real battery drain
[HTC Amaze 4G] daswahnsinn:
This is from the Evo forums here>>> http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=712990 <<<

To also help with Battery Life you can do these steps exactly: 1) Turn your device ON and Charge the device for 8 hours or more 2) Unplug the device and Turn the phone OFF and charge for 1 hour 3) Unplug the device Turn ON wait 2 minutes and Turn OFF and charge for another hour Your battery life should almost double, we have tested this on our devices and other agents have seen a major difference as well.

This was [op]'d by OneStepAhead and take no credit, just reposting to try and help.
[HTC Amaze 4G] 2sh0rt:
drag down the notification tab click on quick settings click on total memory.

Radio by itself drains more battery then using wifi + radio... trust me i've been doing it for 2+ years. also had all my team mates do the same and they all confirmed a huge boost in battery. as long as you are CONNECTED to a wifi router it will not drain. now if you leave the wifi and keep it on along with radio on, that will totally demolish your battery. its the constant searching on both parts that eats the most battery. if youre solid connected... its no longer searching.
[HTC Amaze 4G] budalica:
I did all that and then some and my battery shows 120 to 200 MA in standby . I used to have htc hd2 and it had 3 to 5 MA in standby . I don't know what to disable anymore , Or is this normal for this phone ?
[HTC Amaze 4G] iGoOsE76:
Juice Defender is the best way to conserve battery on any android phone.... try it out on the app market. doing all these other tips you mentioned does help very little. but if you wish to have your battery last a lot longer then Juice Defender is the way to go...
[HTC Amaze 4G] Bigv69er:
Thanks!! I did all this and got juice defender ultimate
[HTC Amaze 4G] gaww:
I was going to post the same thing, and found this here - lol. I have been trying this for a few days already.

I will add some minor modifications though. The above was done when devices and batteries were smaller. The 8 hours might be enough - see if the light changes from amber to green by then (or the battery indicator) - otherwise wait.

Then also wait on the 1st 1 hour charge while off if the light is still amber at one hour - wait until it is green. Ditto on the second one.

I did it just like the original above, and when I turned my phone on at the end - it was at 93%, so I plugged it in until it hit 100% for a while, disconnected, and then did a battery calibration (APP) at 100%

Again - I think with the bigger battery it takes longer. on a MT4G, the light was green at the end of each hour (smaller battery).

I have seen a significant improvement - and I already had battery saving profiles set up with SETCPU. I may do it one more time the way I modified it above.

PS - I always get better life on WiFi (If connected). Also, a friend lives in a weak (data) signal area, and when not on WiFi, keeping it on 2g (edge) really upped her life on a MT4G
[HTC Amaze 4G] thenikeman:
If anyone else is interested, you can get JuiceDefender Ultimate from the Amazon App Store for $1.99 right now.
[HTC Amaze 4G] Bigv69er:
Yeah i just got that one earlier
[HTC Amaze 4G] daswahnsinn:
I mainly posted that for proof of concept. The only way I ever got what I wanted out of a battery was through SBC kernels. That's one reason way I am leaving the Evo and switching to the Amaze, outside of the crap Sprint puts customers through.
[HTC Amaze 4G] coair73x:
Is the Ultimate app worth it?
[HTC Amaze 4G] trizzle21:
Hell yea it's worth it. Because without it when your device is asleep it's still connected to 4g and whatever else. But with juice defender it turns off everything the moment you put the phone to sleep saving you a lot battery for when you really need to use your phone so yes. Its a must I feel like it should be mandatory on every android phone.
[HTC Amaze 4G] iGoOsE76:
x2 on that... It really gives you a longer battery life. and having 2 batteries also extends the life to 24 hours + of not having to sit and wait for a full charged battery.
[HTC Amaze 4G] lgtsanev:
If you want to see your Sense force closing after every restart + plus having other problems such as frozen clock, etc, then use Juice Defender. After a week of constant problems caused by this app (and I was using it on the Balance mode), I was that close to returning my Amaze, because initially I thought there was some software defect, till one day I googled it and found out the real reason. Uninstalled it and my problems disappeared at once (actually I did a factory reset just to make sure its all gone). Just a fair warning.
[HTC Amaze 4G] iGoOsE76:
Been on it for a week and and I haven't seen those type of problems and I'm using aggressive...
[HTC Amaze 4G] lgtsanev:
I was using Ultimate v. 3.80, tried it on my girlfriend's phone (she was using the free version before I installed the ultimate), started force closing too (she was about to kill me haha)... Check out this thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1315494

P.s. Juice Defender team said the problem occurs with Plus and Ultimate because they use API call, which is incompatible with Android compatibility test suite... Im just saying all this so if people start getting these launcher force closes after restart, not to freak out and just uninstall it...
[HTC Amaze 4G] Bigv69er:
Me either since i switched to ultimate.. Works better cuz you can customize.. The free one hust kills whatever is power hungry
[HTC Amaze 4G] antiquezip:
Confirmed by test:

Fully charged at 100% before going to bed, I turn-off mobile data and turn-on wifi. Wake-up the next morning and found my baterry is still at 100% level. So the most baterry hog in our phone is 4G and display

Pictures tell a thousand words:

Notice the graphical in the last picture, see how the drain significantly drop and flat-out again after I return to Wifi ...
[HTC Amaze 4G] porcupineli:
This battery is stock sized but it has 15% more capacity. Would be great if someone would test it.
[HTC Amaze 4G] funkadesi:
I just want to put this out there that turning off GPS will not have any affect on your battery life. The GPS module is ONLY used when an application requests it, )ie, Google maps, Navigation.....)

So if your not running a GPS-related application, 99% chances are the GPS is not being used (hence making it futile to turn off GPS - which is essentially blocking an app from using it)

The only exception is, when you are using an application for GPS logging that runs in the background :rolleyes:
[HTC Amaze 4G] ferincr:
I think it's on the pricy side for getting 15% extra...

For that price I got an external 5600Mah Anker that can also use with other devices.

And for around $19 I also got a combo of a little chager + 2 1800Mah batts (which makes 200% extra juice) if you don't mind removing the back cover to swap them (which I don't).

Just my $0.02:)
[HTC Amaze 4G] porcupineli:
For good price you get good quality, for 19$ for 5600mAh battery....doubt it. I would not risk using it. Lost a couple of phones for cheap ebay batteries. Thanks for the tip though.
[HTC Amaze 4G] inyallan:
I, so can relate... Any clues?
[HTC Amaze 4G] Totòòò:
what profile you use? balanced, aggressive?
[HTC Amaze 4G] lamenramen:
So with juice defender, when your phone is off, 4G is off, heck, everything is off. Can you still receive phone calls and texts instantly?

I see with the email it's no longer going to be PUSH email, since it polls every 15 minutes.
[HTC Amaze 4G] hasoon2000:
It disables your mobile network and WiFi. Your phone still receives calls and messages. That is no problem. Your phone just won't be able to access the internet.
[HTC Amaze 4G] JesseMT4G:
Lanerman, why do you keep bumping old arse threads? Use the search button.....these are all over the place.

Dam, I feel like glacierguy now, lol!

To add though, I have used the free version of Juice Defender for months now and never had an issue. Just can't use certain apps that request internet such as Pandora. It will play one song, then cut off till waking up screen again.

It really does help quite a bit.
[Off-topic] King_Me:
I am proud to announce, that I have NEVER been flamed!! lol. Mostly because I READ before posting. Or maybe I'm just lucky. Lls. Random, but fun subject. Am I the only one??

Sent from my Super Sexy Classic EVO ;)
[Off-topic] Jmatch:
Really.....
[Off-topic] Illicit Hero:
You are stupid. What were you saying again?
[Off-topic] TJBunch1228:
How could you in good faith clutter up the forums with a pointless thread like this?

Sent from the bastard child of Zeus
[Off-topic] MartyLK:
He got tired of not being flamed.
[Off-topic] TJBunch1228:
Yeah I know lol. I was just feeding the troll, I could care less about clutter in these parts.

Sent from the bastard child of Zeus
[Off-topic] King_Me:
Lol. Just bored thats all.

Sent from my Super Sexy Classic EVO ;)
[Off-topic] orb3000:
Now you will be flamed for posting in the wrong section:rolleyes:, thread moved
[Off-topic] mmegalodon:
Derp ....

LOL

(-_-)

Sent from m-IUI
[Off-topic] iynfynity:
I can't believe you never got flamed before with a thread like this.
[Off-topic] LordManhattan:
Welcome to the flame olympics! Let the flaming begin!
[Off-topic] King_Me:
Its actually quite funny to me. Especially the pictures. Lol.

Sent from my Super Sexy Classic EVO ;)
[Off-topic] Archer:
This thread is not even vaguely funny. I'm reporting to mods and asking pointless thread to be closed.
[Off-topic] jalyn02:
I just got flamed today because I stated how much I don't like Google as a company but I like some of there products...it should be a troll holiday so cool kids can learn while the trolls stay home and troll forum post...he he.
[Off-topic] jalyn02:
See this Guy's even a troll...wow...you really got them mad now.
[Off-topic] MartyLK:
Yeah, I thought it was rather petty of him to say that.
[Off-topic] Archer:
That really doesn't surprise me in the slightest.
[Off-topic] the_scotsman:
You're not mod-resistant though. I realise this is "off-topic", but that is just "OFF TOPIC".
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 3dmikey:
Hi guys,

I have recently started using CheckROM Rev V1 because of the ability to install the samsung dive package (which I have done from the Kitchen). Here is my problem;

GPS Tracking - works (sort of)

Remote Locking (most important to me) - Says that the phone is locked on the DIVE website but the phone isn't actually locked. HOWEVER, when you reboot the phone you come to the remote locked screen and have to unlock it from there.

Ring me - works fine.

Can anyone help me out with this? I could use a 3rd app but I have found them to be not 100"% reliable.

Thanks,

3dmikey.
[Android Apps and Games] nosyaj444:
This is the latest version of the month...

It can cheat the money,status,level,skills,item, etc...

For more information just go to

http://gamecih.com

DOWNLOAD

www.4shared.com/android/bDTrtbii/GameCIH_v222.html
[Android Apps and Games] AproSamurai:
So many viewed and probably used this and said nothing.... Wow..

Thanks for posting this up, it's appreciated. I myself may not use it but it's a great contribution for those who like gaming on Android. Thanks again man.

Sent from my Epic 4G
[Android Apps and Games] Vextreme:
Not really new and it's been posted before. Nice tool though ;)

This is the link to the app on the official site; (for those that don't trust the 4shared link)

http://www.cih.com.tw/download
[General Questions and Answers] Bigv69er:
helo, i am trying to log on on the app..

but it says it cant connect to the server

anyone having the same issue??
[General Questions and Answers] t1190t:
i can connect it now, (i'm at Taiwan)
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jason Black:
I can't remember the exact name of it but it's for note taking like springpad. It starts with an M. I think it's mobilism but I tried that in the market and found nothing. Please help.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] megabiteg:
Mobisle notes?
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jason Black:
Yes! Thank you!
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] meatwad0222:
i saw someone talking in a forum about something that can change the way android handles multitasking ...it isnt an app at least i dont think so...any help would be much aprreciated
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] linsalata28:
I think this is what your looking for V6 SuperCharger scrip.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=991276
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] meatwad0222:
is it safe to use?
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] linsalata28:
Its a script you should be fine but just incase make a backup first.

Most people on here use it and it has a multi tasking setting.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] linsalata28:
Check this thread it was started for the evo in this thread.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=14087099
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] linsalata28:
This is another thread that might help you and you can get help on using v6.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1295702
[Thunderbolt Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] codyh666:
can i get this for the miui launcher cause i cant find it as an app
[HTC Inspire 4G] Houge_Langley:
Hey, everyone, my friend's HTC Desire HD use the new way have been root and radio s-off. But, he ask me could he can flash CM to his phone? Because, his HTC Desire HD bought in Japan, only Japanese SIM can use. Nowaday, he go back homeland and want to use Japanese SIM Card and homeland's SIM card.

Any suggestions? :confused:
[HTC EVO 3D] PMGRANDS:
So... What's everyone's Favorite Rom Ported to the Evo3d?
[HTC EVO 3D] mswlogo:
CleanRom 2.7
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Success100:
One more thread about:

Epic Touch 4g or Evo 3d??

Epic Touch 4g or iPhone4s??

When does Epic Touch get CM7?

Touch screen acts up while charging??

Seriously y'all. Im not perfect but you HAVE to search before posting...alot of members aare sick of seeing the same threads over and over?? A quick simple search will bring up active threads.

Please do us all a favor and search before posting.

I know this thread is also a waste of space..I'm just sick of seeing the same crap everyday
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] daneurysm:
I'm with you. I'm fine with any one of those threads...ONE of them. Just one of them. Once everyone who wants to be in that thread is in that thread it will bounce to the top frequently. When people say "I didn't want to bump an old thread" or something of the like it's a little absurd...THATS WHY THEY BUMP.

Once again, I'm fine with those topics and the ones that are bound to come about that will get the same treatment....just find the topic and post there.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] phatmanxxl:
Either report them or troll the hell out of them.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] kenneu:
What's an epic touch? Is that some sort of super-special happy-finish?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] phatmanxxl:
Does anyone loose their signal? I always have to reboot my phone to get it back.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] AvatarOfFrost:
Does anyone get like the laggy screen while the phone is charging? It's like really slow....

I think I'm like going to buy like an iPhone instead!

Does anyone know if like the iPhone beats an Epic 4G touch?[

just sayin...
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] justwonder:
Ah... different crap everyday instead?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] JohnCorleone:
Can you add "Epic Touch or Nexus Prime" to OP? LOL
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] bhavi_jp:
I was gonna start a thread on Epic Touch 4G vs BB Bold Touch. But came across your post. So I will pass on that.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Success100:
Hahaha im glad im not the only one who feels this way
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Success100:
I cant get this frickin thing to turn on!!! Whats this black and grey flat thing that says SAMSUNG across it guy?? It came in the box
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] john21511:
Or when is my device going to get Ics? And when is the eta of that Rom? Wtf I hate non searchers.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Epix4G:
I want to donate $ 3.28 for a half a$$ sdk port also
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Epix4G:
Oh and whenever someone post something that definitely does not belong in dev ..... They should be banned for a week first time and a month second time third strike gone forever
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] 12MaNy:
When are we going to get CM7? Oh....and does this thing have the gee-pees?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] daneurysm:
+ 1
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] cordell12:
Dont forget the all mighty "Nokia Lumia 710 VRS. Epic Tough 4G" :D
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] rockethot:
First world problems
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Robbzilla:
It's the touch with the 4Gs... I assume they meant spots.... :D
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] storm68:
Can someone please tell me which is the best email app out there? Wanting something better than gmail. Thanks
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] megabiteg:
K-9 mail client
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Concordium:
+1 to K9 Mail. That's what I use and I love it.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] scootzilla:
+1 for k9 best i used so far.
[Motorola Photon 4G] vmbgap:
Is development dead for the photon???

Wanted to get everyone thoughts. I really like messing with my phones and really thought that this phone would be the titan of customization for sprint. I have been really disappointed!!!

I am thinking about switching to another phone if something doesn't happen quick...
[Motorola Photon 4G] jokersax11:
People have familys and jobs. Stuffs coming just be patient.
[Motorola Photon 4G] fester30:
See the following thread: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1318819
[Motorola Photon 4G] RockoDev:
People need to stop making these dumb threads if you can read you can see there is alot of those threads already

Switch to another phone nobody cares
[Motorola Photon 4G] R2DeeTard:
Agreed... i'm tired of weeding through the junk threads.
[Motorola Photon 4G] radrian92:
Make us all the favor of getting a different phone. Also please do us all a favor and LEARN some forum ethic. You'll make yourself a better person and this place more enjoyable place.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jfdebo779:
Don't worry about what we think. We don't care what you do. Get another phone so we don't care have to hear about how disappointed you are. Or you could learn to build your own rom or do like me and learn to theme.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jokersax11:
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[Motorola Photon 4G] shabbypenguin:
i personally think yall are going a bit overboard on this poor guy... ;)
[Motorola Photon 4G] xTMFxOffshore:
Eh......it's not dead. We're getting CM7, have an OC kernal, have a couple ROM's. But....if you want MORE

Try this.....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsxPfZ76Rrw&list=PL7AA9C38D09F2F2BD&index=1

Edit....

But on second thought. I kinda like the phone the way it is, the lack of ten thousand of the same ROM with a different color for the theme is nice. If you REALLY need that, hit up the Evo 3D or the ET4G. Both will suit you PERFECTLY. And also will keep us from having a million of the same ROM's. BUT...if you WANT the Photon. The above link should tell you everything you need to know about building a ROM. And then you can make it ANYWAY you want, and don't have to rely on anyone else. :D Problem solved for everyone.
[Motorola Photon 4G] vmbgap:
Some of you guys take this so personally... lol

I was simply asking a question if you don't like the question stop reading. The funny part is the same people that cried over this thread will comment again with more *****es and complaints. Relax

I would like to learn how to make roms but really don't have time... instead i donate to those making the roms. Those guys do a great job!
[Motorola Photon 4G] Kcarpenter:
Hmmmm you at least get part of it.
[Motorola Photon 4G] CCallahan:
Sounds like you need a different phone. This same question has been asked a bunch of times already and the answer has been that the Photon will probably never be as dev rich as phones like the SGS2 and E3D. Most peeps with the Photon are ok with that but for the others that need to flash something new every day/week need to get another device.

The problem with these type of posts is they create more negativity for the Photon which is why some take it personally. We don't like our beloved device (or developers) put in a negative light.
[Motorola Photon 4G] mfriggio:
I agree...its not necessary for anyone to be mean because someone ask a question. It is simple enough to go to the next thread. If NO ONE responds, the OP will get the message.
[Motorola Photon 4G] radrian92:
If he just wanted to ask he should had asked SIRI!!:
[Motorola Photon 4G] MultiDev:
I expect development to pick up once we have a fully unlocked bootloader.

Its kind of pointless to develop a ROM when you can only flash p-ROMs right now.