Holly O asked:
Years ago, I was always told to run a rechargable down to empty before recharging (this would be pre-lithium batteries) it again. Does that still hold true for new laptops and pda’s?
Years ago, I was always told to run a rechargable down to empty before recharging (this would be pre-lithium batteries) it again. Does that still hold true for new laptops and pda’s?
(I have a Dell D630, brand new and a 2 year old T-mobile Dash).
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The best advice is to consult your owners manual to see what the manufacturer recommends on those particular models.
However, with the lithium-ion batteries is it usually not good to drain the battery completely on a regular basis. Some people recommend that you drain it completely once a month, but I usually don’t do that. Take a look at the article below for some helpful advice on battery care: