Google is making users smile with the innovations it brought to Pixel models with the Android 15 QPR1 update. The new feature called “Charge Optimization” will offer a very smart solution to extend the battery life of phones. In the new system, after the device is charged up to 80%, it disables the battery and takes energy directly from the charger. Here are the details

Battery-saving feature for Google Pixel models

The idea behind the feature is simple but impressive. As you know, constantly charging the battery to 100% and then recharging it again and again during use leads to long-term wear and tear. Google’s new feature breaks this cycle by deactivating the battery when the phone reaches 80% and taking energy directly from the charger.

This prolongs the life of the battery and prevents unnecessary heating inside the device. This feature will be a lifesaver, especially in the summer months, when using car navigation or when the phone is on charge for a long time. The feature was first discovered on platforms like Reddit. Some users managed to verify this feature with applications such as “Device Info HW”.

When the phrase “Not Charging” appears on the screen of the device, it is clear that this function is active. For now, this feature only works fully on Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 9 models. It can also be tried on older Pixel models, but the results are not guaranteed. Apart from that, this innovation for Pixel device users is not limited to battery protection.

The phone heats up less when the battery is not engaged, which improves performance and ensures long-term durability. While overheating during charging and use is a big problem, especially in the summer months, this innovation minimizes such risks. By the way, this charging optimization introduced by Google may be a first in the smartphone industry.

How much impact do you think this feature will have on the long-term performance of the phones? And more importantly, will other manufacturers adopt this idea and integrate it into their devices? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.