The notion of spring cleaning is a term that has been in use for hundreds of years and it is not merely a practical activity. It is seen as a way to cleanse the mind as well as a space, and to this day it is seen as purely beneficial around the world. For tech, the idea of spring cleaning does not tally at first, but when you consider that we all hoard files, data, media and much more that we rarely interact with, it makes perfect sense to spring clean as many of your devices as you can. The practical advantages are that your devices will likely last longer and that you will be able to use your devices more efficiently, but ultimately you should consider a hefty spring clean as merely the start of a new personal tradition. If you can reach a point where you are cleaning up vital areas regularly, the benefits will come to you every single day when you interact with your Apple devices. There is no downside to a thorough tech spring clean and all you will lose is a little bit of time, and even this can be gained back because your tools are streamlined. You have nothing to lose.
Manage your battery
For many Apple devices, the battery is the most likely component to need attention first. The power inside modern iPhones, iPads, Macs and Apple Watches ensures that they will be usable for many years into the future, but they of course need efficient batteries to continue working. At the very least, you need to keep a close eye on your batteries.
Vital performance data
On a Mac, you should click on the Apple menu and then select ‘System Report’. Scroll down to ‘Power’ to view detailed statistics about your battery state and historic performance. The Maximum Capacity is the most important number here.
A quick read
The data included in the System Report is detailed, but it will not take more than a couple of minutes to read. Every single line will give you
