Tips for Maximizing Your Canon Powershot S50 Digital Camera Battery: Performance

• Properly Break In Your New Canon Powershot S50 Batteries:
  New Canon Powershot S50 Batteries are not yet fully charged when sold. They need to be cycled or conditioned first to get its optimum capacity. Charging and discharging of the battery for up to 4 or 5 times is enough to condition it.
• Prevent the Memory Effect:
  The memory effect can be avoided by charging and fully discharging the Canon Powershot S50 Battery ones or twice in a month.
• Clean Your Canon Powershot S50 Battery Always:
  Dirt on the Canon Powershot S50 Battery contacts can lessen the performance of your canon digital camera battery. Cleaning it with alcohol and cotton can make it look and work as good as new.
• Exercise Your Canon Powershot S50 Battery Regularly:
  This is recommended for those who use the AC adapter for longer period of time. It is advised that you use your Canon Powershot S50 Battery at least once in two weeks interval. Batteries lose their charge when stored for a long time and you need to break in your battery when this happens.
• Store Your Canon Powershot S50 Battery Properly:
  When not to be used for a long time, your Canon Powershot S50 Battery must be stored in a clean, dry, and cool places that are free from heat and other metals. A stored battery losses its charge in time and it needs a break in before reusing.