Google Chrome tests new feature to extend battery life by up to two hours


Google is experimenting with limiting Javascript timer wake-ups on its Chrome browser, which results in significant battery savings. — Reuters

Google is experimenting with a new setting for its Chrome browser, which could extend battery life for select mobile devices by nearly two hours.

TheWindowsClub reported the experimental feature is meant to limit the number of Javascript timer wake-ups per minute for webpages running in the background.

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