A user complains that their smartphone battery drains significantly faster than usual, despite normal usage patterns. They have not installed any new applications recently and the device is relatively new. What is the FIRST action you should take to troubleshoot this issue?
Directly disable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to save battery life.
Check for any pending OS updates and ensure the system is up to date.
Identify if any applications are using high amounts of resources.
Checking for OS updates is important because updates often contain bug fixes and improvements for battery management. An outdated OS can have unresolved issues that cause excessive battery drain. Checking for high resource usage apps is also a valid step, but since the user has not installed any new applications and the usage pattern remains normal, it is less likely to be the immediate cause. Changing the battery should be considered only after ruling out software issues, especially since the device is relatively new. Lastly, disabling Bluetooth and Wi-Fi does not address the root cause of the problem, especially if the usage pattern involving these features hasn't changed.
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