Smartphones are getting more and more powerful by the year but unfortunately this just isn’t something that’s reflected in battery power yet; generally speaking, you’re lucky if your battery lasts longer than a day. So it is with the HTC Desire S, whose battery only lasts for around 12-14 hours when used normally.
There are a few ways to deal with this; you can ensure that you carry your HTC Desire S charger with you wherever you go, and invest in an HTC Desire S car charger, so that whenever there’s an electricity outlet or a car cigarette lighter nearby you know you’ll be able to top yourself up. Or you can do what I did and pick up an emergency charger, which slips into your bag and is perfect for times like festivals when you know you won’t be able to access an electricity socket for a while.
Another option which will keep your phone running for longer on a daily basis is the Mugen HTC Desire S Extended Battery, which boasts 1800mAh of power – an extra 350mAh up on the 1450mAh contained in the standard HTC Desire S battery. Although the Extended Battery is bigger in battery size, physically it’s exactly the same, so it fits into your handset perfectly and won’t add any extra weight or bulk. That also means you won’t need to upgrade any cases or covers you use for your device; your current HTC Desire S cover will still fit fine.
Mugen HTC Desire S Extended Battery - 1800mAh
A variety of other HTC Desire S accessories are available on the main website.