Charge phone

Some apps and features use more power than others. So, depending on what you use, the amount of time before you need to charge will vary.

How to charge

Your phone doesn't support wireless charging. Use a USB charger or connect it to a power source with a USB cable.

Connect to charger

You don’t need to turn your phone off before charging. If you do, the phone will restart when charging. It won’t stay powered off when charging.

  1. Connect your phone to the charger that came with your phone, or to a charger that is compatible with your phone.

    Other chargers, including laptops, can charge more slowly.

  2. Insert the plug into an electrical outlet.

See if your phone is charging

If the battery is completely discharged, your phone will restart once it has the minimum voltage required to boot.

When the phone is charging, you’ll see in the status bar.

Tips for charging phone

  • You can use your phone while charging. To charge faster, don't use your phone while charging.
  • When the battery gets low, the phone sends a notification.
  • Use Battery saver mode when the battery is low.
  • You can turn off charging sounds.