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by voltagex_ 2687 days ago
Spotify seems to be a real battery hog, but are you in a low-signal area? (especially on LTE). I've noticed a big difference in battery life on the S8+ (and to some extent, the Note 9) based on whether I'm in a "1 bar" area or "4 bar" area.
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thealfreds 2686 days ago
That might be it. I'll give it a check later today but I am walking out to the trail. I'd have hoped since I have the playlists downloaded that it wouldn't matter.
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voltagex_ 2685 days ago
Sorry - the two issues are separate.

* Spotify is inefficient (wonder how much is DRM?)

* Low signal causes your phone to increase transmit power.

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