What to check after buying a laptop?

Here are the most important things to do when you get a new laptop, no matter which OS it runs.

Update the Operating System.
Remove Bloatware.
Review Antivirus Software.
Configure Anti-Theft Tools.
Optimize Power Settings.
Configure Automated Backups.
Set Up Cloud Storage Syncing.
Minimize Heat Damage.

Should I charge my laptop before first use?

When you buy a new laptop, you’ll want to charge your battery for 24 hours to make sure that it gets a full charge on its first go. Giving your battery a complete charge during its first charge will prolong its life.

Do Computers charge faster when turned off?

A laptop power supply can supply a limited amount of power. Conceivably, then, when the computer is running, some of the power must be diverted to the processor and other components, leaving less to charge the battery. So it’s plausible that this would affect charging speed.

Is it okay to leave laptop charging overnight?

There’s no way to “overcharge” these batteries. When you get to 100% charge and leave your laptop plugged in, the charger will stop charging the battery. The laptop will just run directly off the power cable. There’s no risk of damaging the battery by charging it over its capacity.

Is it OK to charge your phone at 50?

Most Smartphones have a lithium-ion battery that lives longer when charged regularly. Unlike the nickel batteries used in older phones, lithium-ion batteries do best when kept above a 50 percent charge. Repeatedly allowing the battery to drain fully may shorten its life and decrease its overall capacity.

Is it bad to charge your phone past 100%?

Specifically, if you often charge your phone overnight or keep it plugged in for hours after it’s reached 100%, you’re accelerating the aging process of lithium-ion smartphone batteries. No matter what you do, your phone’s battery capacity — which translates to its lifespan — will degrade as you use it.

Is it OK to charge phone overnight?

“Do not leave your phone connected to the charger for long periods of time or overnight.” The official word is to keep your phone charged – but not fully charged. Your battery will automatically stop charging when it’s full, but in some cases, once it drops to 99%, it will need more energy to get back to 100.

Why shouldn’t I charge my phone overnight?

Batteries decay from the moment you start using your new phone. This means they gradually lose their ability to hold a charge. By charging your phone overnight, you’re increasing the amount of time it spends with the charger. As a result, it degrades the capacity much sooner.

How long does the S20 battery last?

11 to 12 hours

Why is S20 battery drain so fast?

Watch your Screen Brightness and Screen Timer. An overly bright display is one of the main reasons for a faster battery drain on your Galaxy S20 Ultra, S20 Plus, and even the smallest phone in the bunch, the S20. This is because the brighter the display, the more power it consumes.