One of the greatest advances that have been made in recent times in what has to do with batteries - and by extension with autonomy - of mobile devices, is the compatibility with fast recharge technologies. This allows the processes to be much shorter and thus increases the utility. Well, this is allowed by the new Samsung Galaxy S7 natively but also includes an option to disable it. We tell you how to use it.
You may be wondering what can lead to wanting to do this, since as we have said this functionality (compatible with Quick Charge) is quite useful. Well the answer is simple: temperature. This increases considerably if the fast recharge of the Samsung Galaxy S7 is activated and is used if you have a compatible charger. For this reason, if at the same time the process is carried out you want to play, the heat can be excessive so that the latter is precisely comfortable.
Fast charging It has become an essential feature because it allows the introduction of More energy in less time through agreements between the phone and the charger to increase voltage and current when the battery is low and reduce them as it approaches 100%. Standards like this abound in the Android ecosystem. Qualcomm Quick Charge and other owners, and in the Galaxy the management is optimized for control temperature and power During all the process.
Why disable it? Beyond the heat, there are real situations where it's advisable to charge slowly: overnight charging, using video games or demanding apps while plugged in, very hot environments, or if your wireless charging pad emits a small amount of heat. Noise when activating fast charging, something that some users report disappears when they disable it.
In addition, since the process is quite simple and it is possible to reverse it, disable fast recharge on a Samsung Galaxy S7 it's not complicated and that it forces to maintain the terminal without taking advantage of the functionality of which we speak. Of course, when using wireless accessories, it is not clear if the deactivation is also effective (By the way, this is also part of the company's models that offer fast recharge and have Android Marshmallow).
What is fast charging and how it works
During the first few minutes, the phone applies Greater power to quickly recover battery; then slow down to protect the cell and keep the temperature under control. This control is performed by a management chip that adjusts the power in real time. Deactivating it does not cancel the load, it only limits it to a standard mode to charge with less heat and noise.
Reasons to temporarily disable it
- Temperature and comfort: If you play games or use heavy apps while plugged in, the combination of fast charging + CPU/GPU can be annoying.
- Noise on wireless bases: Some activate fans or buzzing sounds when entering fast mode; disabling it usually stops them.
- Battery care: Slow charging when you have time reduces heat spikes and can to promote your health over time.
- Incompatible accessories: If the charger or cable does not support the standard, it will not activate anyway; it is advisable to use original or certified accessories.
Steps to take
What you have to do to disable fast reload in the Samsung Galaxy S7 is what we indicate below, which is nothing more than to use a slider existing for such purpose:
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Access the operating system Settings and look for the section Battery that you will find among the options that has green color
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Now you will see the options that are part of the information that we have about the component we are talking about, such as the remaining load or the data regarding Energy Saving. You should look for the last one, which is called Fast wired charging
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Now you need to move the slider to its right to disable fast charging. Once you've done this, the change will be effective and it is not necessary to restart the Samsung Galaxy S7 (As you can see, activating the functionality is very simple)
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From this moment, The battery will not charge more quickly, which increases its temperature, even when using a compatible charger.
Where to find the setting on other Samsung Galaxy devices
On Galaxy models with newer interfaces, the switch is usually on Settings > BatteryInside you'll see options like Fast wired charging and in many cases wireless fast chargingThe path may vary slightly (for example, within “Charging settings” or “More battery settings”), but the control is always in the area of battery and charging.
Remember that disabling it is reversible with a touch and it doesn't affect the WarrantyIf you usually use Qi charging pads, check if there is a specific switch for wireless fast mode; if it doesn't appear, your model might manage it automatically, as is the case with the S7.
Tips and accessory compatibility
For fast charging to work, it is essential to use compatible chargers and cablesIf the accessory doesn't meet the standard, the phone will charge at a normal rate, even with the switch on. Whenever possible, opt for official or certified accessories to ensure safety and performance.
If you notice any unusual behavior (unusual high temperature, charging interruptions, or incompatibility messages), try changing the cable, temporarily disabling fast charging, and if the problem persists, request support through the app. Samsung Members to send a diagnostic report and receive support.
Othree Tutorials for devices with Google's operating system you can find them at this section Android Help. You will surely find something that is interesting to you.
Choosing slow charging when you have time and activating fast charging only when you need it gives you total control about the balance between speed, temperature, and battery health. With the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, it's as simple as tapping a switchAnd the same approach applies to many other Galaxy devices: easy, secure, and tailored to your daily life.