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IN PHOTO. Phil Schiller, senior vice president of worldwide marketing for Apple, talks about phone battery life during Apple's media event in Cupertino, California, on Sept. 10, 2013 Reuters/ File

The iPhone 6 Plus can generally last 24 hours on 3G and up to 16 days on standby. However, you might be able to lengthen its battery life by trying a few simple techniques. Many users discover how minor tweaks can significantly maximize their phone use. Here are five ways on how to increase your iPhone 6 Plus’ battery life.

1. Close unnecessary apps. iPhonehacks.com notes that you can see all the apps and internal services that are running simultaneously on your iPhone 6 Plus. Go to “Settings” then “General” then “Usage” then “Battery Usage”. You will identify the apps that consume the most power from your battery in the past 24 hours. Close these when not in use.

2. Keep it cool. Ideally, your smartphone should be kept in a cool place and away from direct sunlight. Do not leave your iPhone in a hot car or humid areas. It is best to keep it shielded from the sun or placed inside an air-conditioned room to keep the battery cool.

3. Adjust Location Services. Location services is a useful feature but tend to drain your battery faster if it stays on while not in use. Go to “Settings” then “Privacy” then “Location Services.” Tap on the app then select “While Using the App”. This will set Location Services to activate only when you are using it.

4. Turn Wi-Fi off. You should turn off your Wi-Fi connection if you are not planning to use the internet. You can save valuable minutes by only turning on the function when you need mobile internet connection.

5. Proper charging time. It is not a good idea to overcharge your iPhone 6 Plus. Create a sound schedule when you can charge your smartphone just enough for it to stay functional throughout the day. Overcharging will not damage the battery but experts agree that you should charge your device adequately. Invest in a car charger or charge your phone at a fixed time every day.

Use these basic approaches and discover how much longer you can keep your iPhone 6 Plus on for.

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