[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Battery
power management
The hardware and software that controls how a device draws and stores power.
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Power management coordinates charging, voltage regulation, and throttling to balance performance, battery life, and safety. On phones and laptops it is a mix of dedicated chips and software policy.
See charging optimization and energy saving.
Where power management Matters
Smartphones
Laptops
Frequently Asked Questions
What is power management?
The hardware and software that controls how a device draws and stores power.
What terms are related to power management?
Related Battery terms include low battery, battery warning.