What is smartphone bypass charging? Here is when and why you should use it

Google, with the latest December 2024 Pixel drop software update, introduced a new charging technique for its Pixel series of smartphones – bypass charging, a novelty feature available on high-end and gaming-centric smartphones.

When enabled, this feature ensures that the smartphone gets its power directly from the power adapter, rather than drawing it from the battery, which does two things. It prevents the battery from heating, especially on high-end smartphones with super-fast charging, and as a result, it also helps the phone stay cool during extended gaming sessions.