For many users, a PDA and the information it contains is vital to staying productive while on the go. Using these devices, we manage our schedules, look up contact information, review important documents, and record data. Battery life is crucial to ensuring this handy device is able to provide the information we need when we need it. Here are a few ways to maximize your PDA’s battery life:

Turn Off Communications
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections are very demanding. If you’re not using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, make sure to turn them off so that they are not consuming power by actively searching for new networks or devices in the background.

Close Unnecessary Applications
PDAs running on the Windows Mobile operating system allow applications to run in the background. Although this is handy for users who multitask, it can also require a significant amount of power. Make sure to close applications when you’re not using them if you’re tight on power.

Enable Sleep Mode
Just as your computer will activate a screensaver or turn off after a certain period of inactivity, your PDA can power off or dim the display when you’re not using it. Make sure these settings are enabled and set to appropriate lengths of time to ensure you’re not wasting battery life when your PDA is not in use.