In today’s fast-paced world, it’s common to plug in our phones at night to ensure they’re fully charged by morning. However, this seemingly harmless habit could be costing you more than you think.
While many modern phones are designed with smart charging technology that stops charging once the battery is full, this doesn’t stop your electricity bill from growing. Even though the phone may not be drawing power continuously, it still consumes electricity throughout the night, adding up over time.
It’s time to rethink that overnight charging habit to keep your energy costs in check. In an informative post on X on Friday, January 17, the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) clarified that charging one’s phone overnight does indeed increase the cost of electricity.
According to KPLC, despite being fully charged, your phone still draws small amounts of energy, which ultimately increases the bill.
By Kenyans