For Android Users: FYI behaves differently depending on your Battery Saving settings. In order to get the full functionality of FYI regardless of your battery saving settings, ensure you do the following:
- Go to your device Settings
- In your list of apps, select FYI app
- Go to the Battery screen
- Make sure you turn on “Allow background activity” OR select “Unrestricted” mode, OR “Allow background usage > select Unrestricted” Please note these screens may be organized differently on different phones.
Android devices often employ different battery states to manage power consumption and optimize battery life. Here's a breakdown of the three states and how FYI will behave under each:
1. ‘Unrestricted’ - The device is operating at full capacity with no restrictions on power usage.
FYI App can function normally, with unrestricted background activity, notifications, and other features. This state is ideal for performance-intensive tasks but may consume more battery.
2. ‘Optimized’ - The system has applied some optimizations to reduce power consumption.
FYI App may experience some limitations, especially those that are not frequently used. NOTIFICATIONS MIGHT BE DELAYED OR NOT RECEIVED, and background tasks may be slowed down or stopped entirely. The system prioritizes apps that are actively in use or considered essential.
3. Restricted - The device is in a power-saving mode with significant restrictions on power usage.
FYI App will be limited to FOREGROUND ACTIVITY ONLY. Background tasks, notifications, and other non-essential features are typically stopped. This state is designed to conserve battery life in critical situations.
Factors Affecting App Behavior. The specific behavior of the app under these states can vary depending on several factors, including:
Device Manufacturer: Different manufacturers may implement battery optimization strategies differently.
Android Version: The specific features and behaviors associated with battery states can vary between Android versions.
Adaptive Battery: Some Android devices use Adaptive Battery technology to learn your usage patterns and optimize power consumption accordingly. This can affect how apps behave under different battery states.
Additional Considerations: Battery Saver Mode. Many Android devices have a dedicated Battery Saver mode that can activate automatically when the battery level drops below a certain threshold. This mode often places the device in a restricted or optimized state to conserve power.