Your phone battery dies by 3 p.m.? These simple settings fix most of it for free
Practical, free ways to get more hours out of every charge and keep your phone's battery healthy for years.
By Priya Raman ยท Oct 5, 2026
Smartphones & Tablets
Phone and tablet reviews, buying guides and battery tips. Expert picks and buying guides from BuyWithVolt editors.
You don't need a $1,000 phone. We compared 16 budget models and these 5 stand out
From a $199 Samsung to the cheapest new iPhone, these affordable phones get the basics right and keep getting updates for years.
We compared 18 wireless chargers for iPhone and Android. Buy these 4
From Apple's own MagSafe puck to a $15 Anker pad, these chargers are reliable, safe and easy to live with.
Your phone is good, but these 5 vlogging cameras are better for less than you'd think
Cameras that make vlogging easier, from a pocket-size gimbal camera to an interchangeable-lens Sony, chosen for stabilization, audio and ease of use.
A 120-inch screen for less than a big TV? These 4 projectors make it worth it
Home theater and portable projectors from Epson, BenQ and Nebula, picked for picture quality, brightness and ease of setup.
Your smart TV's apps feel slow? A $30 to $129 streaming device fixes it
Roku, Amazon, Google and Apple streamers compared, from a $30 starter stick to a premium 4K box.
Still using your router's default password? Fix these 9 Wi-Fi settings in 20 minutes
A plain-English checklist for locking down your home network, from router passwords to smart home devices.
The $40 Bluetooth speaker owners keep raving about (and 4 more worth a look)
Rugged, portable speakers for the backyard, the beach and the shower, from a $40 Anker to JBL and Bose favorites.