South Korean operator KT reports it has deployed a new technology on its LTE network that allows smartphone users to save battery life, Yonhap news agency reports. According to KT, its research showed the upgrade extended the battery life of Samsung Galaxy S8 smartphones by 3 to 4 hours, although this may vary on the number of installed apps. KT says the technology centers on turning smartphones' network programs to the battery-saving mode periodically.
Under the previous system, smartphones had to continuously communicate with signal stations. The technology update is designed to minimize such procedures, allowing devices to save power. "Over the past three years, the LTE data traffic per person jumped 260 percent. The battery-saving technology is expected to meet the needs of consumers who wish to use smartphones for a longer period without recharging," KT said.
