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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 10, 2010
Filed:
Mar. 30, 2007
Shao-tsu Kung, Taipei, TW;
Yi-hung Shen, Taipei, TW;
Shao-Tsu Kung, Taipei, TW;
Yi-Hung Shen, Taipei, TW;
Compal Electronics, Inc., Taipei, TW;
Abstract
A method for charging portable electronic device is disclosed. When the portable electronic device is connected to a power source, the method selects a protecting mode or a fast charging mode to charge the battery according to the current operating status of the portable electronic device. Simultaneously, the battery power is also controlled within a safety range. Therefore, the invention can charge the battery of the portable electronic device at a high speed without affecting the efficiency of the device. Moreover, the battery is also protected from being overcharged to extend the life of the battery.