This really sucks

[weplant]

I have a samsung galaxy s3...I really don't need so much of a phone, but of course thought it was pretty:-*
I am not a heavy phone user, very light..Probobly 2 or 3 short calls a day, maybe a text or two and thats it...
What is with this battery...I turn it on at 9:00 am and by 6:00pm I am already in the yellow and sometimes red.
I charge it every night..But, boy , if I actually used it during the day, I would be out of battery in a couple of hours.

I have turned off the wi-fi, blue tooth, etc., I have installed juice defender. Is there a way to have it run on 3g instead of 4g.
I am really tech challenged, but could really use some help...thanks, debbie

 

[npo]

Wow, that's really odd. i use my GS3 all day, generally with both WiFi and mobile data on, live and work in a 4G area, make loads of calls, use GPS to track runs or mtn bike rides after work, browse the net, etc, and I'm always >30% at bedtime.

Perhaps the problem is that you're in an area/building with marginal 4G signal, so your phone is using tons of power trying to keep a lock. I suppose you're asking the right question (is there a way to turn off 4G?) I haven't tried this myself, but try this: http://forums.androidcentral.com/verizon-galaxy-s-iii/188503-here-how-turn-off-4g.html

Good luck, & let us know whether it works!

 

[firetruck41]

You will want to use Wi-Fi whenever possible, instead of mobile data. So if you have Wi-Fi at home or work, make sure you connect to those, and it will keep the phone from using 4g or 3g for data.

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[s14tat]

You are probably in a fringe area. If cellular reception is weak it will kill your battery at a ridiculous speed.

 

[funkylogik]

I have a samsung galaxy s3...I really don't need so much of a phone, but of course thought it was pretty:-*
I am not a heavy phone user, very light..Probobly 2 or 3 short calls a day, maybe a text or two and thats it...
What is with this battery...I turn it on at 9:00 am and by 6:00pm I am already in the yellow and sometimes red.
I charge it every night..But, boy , if I actually used it during the day, I would be out of battery in a couple of hours.

I have turned off the wi-fi, blue tooth, etc., I have installed juice defender. Is there a way to have it run on 3g instead of 4g.
I am really tech challenged, but could really use some help...thanks, debbie

never thought id see myself write this but do yourself a huge favour, sell the phone and buy a much prettyer, cheaper, dumber phone! why do u need the 2nd most powerful pocket android device to use just as a phone?? return it for a replacement before selling though as its a faulty device/battery

ps use "power saving" mode in the meantime. i seariously doubt youll notice any difference other than extended battery life

global s3, UK. Ask me anything and ill reply even if its just an intelligent (or crazy) guess

 

[Srambo217]

If you weren't ready or interested in a smartphone you should have just got a nice dumb phone and a tablet or ipod touch to play with at home.

If the S3 is too advanced for you take it back and get a $99 iphone 4s or free iphone 4 to get your toes wet. Those phones are made specifically for beginners.

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[georgetanner]

Grab a good battery monitoring app that should show you exactly what is draining your juice.

GSam Battery Monitor (full disclosure - I'm the author) or Better battery stats will get you what you need to know!

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[jontalk]

You should also look at the Battery settings to see what's draining the battery the most. Are you using a US carrier or Intl version? I get AMAZING battery life with my phone.

Am willing to bet that your gallery is syncing constantly which will show up in Settings>Battery. If it is, you need to disable the syncing. The biggest user should be idle.. Also turn off auto brightness on your screen. On low usage periods I can go over 2 days before needing to charge with WiFi ON, Bluetooth OFF, GPS ON. I also use Juice Defender and did a battery calibration process when I first got my phone about 5 weeks ago.

 

[weplant]

Thanks for the reply...I live in Napa, CA. and I think it is a very weak 4g area...We just got 4g a couple of w eeks ago, also I live out in the country and probobly not the strongest signal. Maybe that is the problem. So, I will check out how to switch it over to 3g. I will turn the syncing off (what will happen when I do, will I still be able to use my calender, etc.), told you I was tech stupid. also, someone said to use wi-fi instead of mobile data if I have wifi at home. At home I have wireless internet, is that what you mean? I guess I should go take a class on how to use my phone.
I just want to get this battery problem under control..thanks so much, debbie

 

[weplant]

Wow, that's really odd. i use my GS3 all day, generally with both WiFi and mobile data on, live and work in a 4G area, make loads of calls, use GPS to track runs or mtn bike rides after work, browse the net, etc, and I'm always >30% at bedtime.

Perhaps the problem is that you're in an area/building with marginal 4G signal, so your phone is using tons of power trying to keep a lock. I suppose you're asking the right question (is there a way to turn off 4G?) I haven't tried this myself, but try this: http://forums.androidcentral.com/verizon-galaxy-s-iii/188503-here-how-turn-off-4g.html

Good luck, & let us know whether it works!

Hi..thanks for the reply..I downloaded the app and switched it to 3g..we will see what happens..Now I need to know how to switch it back to 3g if necessary...I hope this does not void my warranty....thanks again