Category: Cell Phone Batteries

Last year around this time, Apple launched the iPhone 14 Pro Max. The gadget, like almost any other from the house of Apple, was an instant hit. Its crystal crystal-clear display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz, 2796×1290 pixel resolution and a pixel density of 460 ppi, instantly became the tech talk of the town. However, after the launch, as the Earth is about to complete another circle of revolution, the news of an issue regarding the display of the gadget is also circulating !

The iPhone 14 Pro Max screen burn-in issue. Though it’s not very widespread yet, complaints are already visible on many Apple-related platforms.
But what’s the scene with the gadget’s screen? What is this burn-in?

We will get to that. But before, let’s talk more about the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s screen. Post 2017, with the launch of the iPhone X, Apple started introducing OLED displays in almost all of its iPhones. Now, with individual pixel illuminating technology , OLED offers a better dynamic range. Apple has taken care of every aspect of the upgrade by creating a custom OLED display panel. But, there’s a catch!

OLED displays can retain a certain part of an image if it is shown on the screen for a longer time. This happens because of the way OLED displays are built, with each pixel playing its part individually. This is called screen burn-in.

If you look at the above image carefully, you will see the burn-in shadow of another screen.
But why is this happening?
What’s the reason behind the iPhone 14 Pro Max screen burn-in issue?Most of the people who faced this issue confirmed that they have used the latest Always On display feature of the gadget.

For those who are unaware, it is a feature that keeps the Lock Screen display on at all times. Even when the gadget is not in use, certain interfaces such as time, date, and widgets will always be visible, at a reduced refresh rate of 1 Hz. You can even keep your wallpaper, but that’s optional. Now, a large section of the victims are complaining that they can see a shadow of certain Lock Screen elements in their iPhone 14 Pro Max displays. It means the Lock Screen elements were burned into the display.

More importantly, these burn-ins were mostly visible in the Dynamic Island area. It is a part at the top of the screen near the front camera, which also houses other important hardware components, like the ear speaker, proximity sensor, and true depth camera. Now, there’s a specific reason behind the issue being more prevalent in this Dynamic Island.

Often, multiple hardware components settled in this area get active at the same time while we use our iPhones. For instance, the proximity sensor gets active to make sure that your iPhone’s screen is off when you hold it against your cheek during a call. But there are times when you receive a notification while you are on a call. The notifications are usually displayed at this Dynamic Island area, hence activating the pixels assigned to display it. That’s why,this specific area of ​​your iPhone 14 Pro Max’s display is more vulnerable to this issue.

Now, there might be other reasons that can amplify the iPhone 14 Pro Max screen burn-in. Here, we are listing a few.

Screen Brightness – Keeping the brightness at maximum for a long time may cause screen burn-in. As at the maximum brightness, the pixels are used at their limits, they can leave behind a ghost from the past!
Exposure to heat – Sometimes, even, accidentally, we leave our gadgets behind for a sun bath. Or in a hot car. Now, this long exposure to heat can cause a burn-in.

Static image – Prolonged display of static images can cause a burn-in. In fact, this is the most common cause. If a certain group of pixels appears on the screen daily, for long hours, they can become permanently brighter than other pixels.So, how to fix the iPhone 14 Pro Max burn issue?Worry not, my friend. Every mishap is a part of the happening. So here’s what to do if you ever face this issue.
Take a backup of all your data.Restore your iPhone to factory settings.Let it restart.

There’s a chance that the burn-in issue will be fixed by this. But if the damage is more serious, you can visit your nearest Apple Store. Most of you may get a free screen replacement under your Apple Care+ warranty. Else, you can get help from any authorized service provider.
But, there are some steps that you can start taking as precautions. These might help you to avoid the issue.

Try not to use Always On Display with static images.Don’t expose your iPhone to direct sunlight or heat.Turn Auto-Brightness on to avoid using your iPhone in maximum brightness.Use a dark theme or wallpaper to reduce the risk of burn-in.Though this issue of the iPhone 14 Pro Maxscreen burn-in is still rare, it is important to be aware of it and take the necessary precautions.

Our iPhones continue to get faster, bigger, and better at taking photos and videos — but although battery life has improved over the years, so have our demands on those batteries. As a result, many phones still last about a day (or a bit more) with regular use.

That’s fine if you can charge your phone every night, but what if you forget to do it?
Or what if you’re away for a night or two? Or what if your battery starts to drain alarmingly quickly for no apparent reason? There are lots of scenarios where you might need to get your iPhone’s battery to last a little (or a lot) longer than normal.

Thankfully, there are numerous ways to squeeze every last bit of juice out of your iPhone’s battery. Combine them together, and you can get significantly more time between charges without too much of a tradeoff.See which apps are hogging the battery

How quickly or slowly your iPhone loses battery power depends on what you’re doing with it. Apps that put higher demands on system resources (like games) or make use of GPS (like mapping apps) are going to drain your battery more quickly, so the less that you use these apps, the better — as far as battery life goes.

You can see which apps are draining the battery the most:
Go to Settings > Battery.Scroll down to see which apps have used the most battery power. You can see the percentages over the last 24 hours or the last eight days.Turn down the display brightnessDisplay brightness can also make a big difference in lengthening battery life.

To reduce the brightness, you can either swipe down to the Control Center and use the brightness control or go to Settings > Display & Brightness and use the slider there.The True Tone control in Settings > Display & Brightness will adjust your brightness setting automatically. This can be a good thing because it will keep your brightness adjusted to account for the lighting environment; however, if you feel it may not be adjusting to what you want it to or you feel it’s keeping things too bright, you can turn it off.

Having your screen on when you’re not using your phone drains power as well. In Settings > Display & Brightness, tap Auto-Lock and lower this to 30 seconds or the lowest amount of time you’re comfortable with. If the screen locks after less of a delay, then it’s going to spend more time showing the darker lock screen that’s easier on your battery.In Settings > Display & Brightness, tap Dark to switch to dark mode, which uses less energy.

Cell signals and BluetoothAnother factor that can affect your battery levels is cell signal quality. When your iPhone is on a patchy link, it has to work harder to stay connected, so if you know you’re going to be in an area with weak cellular coverage for a while, you might want to put your phone into airplane mode until you actually need to get online. The easiest way to do this is to open the Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of the screen, then tapping the airplane mode button.Bluetooth can also be a drain on your battery.

If you use a smartwatch that is connected to your phone via Bluetooth and you’re getting low on phone power, you may want to disconnect the devices. In addition, if you’re Going to be consistently using your phone for long periods without a recharge, you may want to consider a pair of wired (rather than wireless) headphones.And incidentally, playing at top volume can hurt both your battery life and your ears.

Limit what apps can do in the backgroundApps like to be able to run in the background when you’re not actually using them so they can, for example, upload your photos or check for incoming emails. However, this can have an impact on battery life. You can check to see which apps are running in the background and limit which ones have that capability.

Open Settings and choose General > Background App Refresh.Tap Background App Refresh to get the option to turn it off for all your apps, to allow it just for Wi-Fi (which you may want to consider if you’re not on an unlimited plan), or to allow it for Wi- Fi & Cellular Data (in other words, all the time).

You can also run down the list of apps and turn off background app refresh for each app individually.Alternatively, open Settings, scroll down to the list of the apps you have installed, tap on any one of them, and disable Background App Refresh. 

On those same individual pages for each of your apps, you can tap Location > Never to stop an app from activating the iPhone’s GPS sensor (another battery drain). Your other location options will vary depending on the app, but you can opt to have the app ask for permission each time it wants to use GPS or to only use it while using the app.Google Maps app page with controls for location, contacts, microphone, and other options.Using location constantly for all your apps can drain battery power; keep it for those that require it.Limit notifications

Another option is to limit the notifications an app can send. These light up your display, and if there are a lot of them coming in from a particular app, it can make a difference. Notifications for an app can be managed from the same individual listings in Settings where you manage background refresh and location access, or you can go to Settings > Notifications.
Stop Siri from listeningYou can also eke out a bit of extra battery life by turning off the active listening feature of Siri — if your iPhone is always listening for you to say “Hey Siri,” then that uses up more of your battery. To turn this off, open Settings and choose Siri & Search, then disable the Listen for “Hey Siri” option.

When you get desperateIf your battery rate is creeping down past 20 percent and you’re not anywhere near a power source, there are still things you can do. To start, you can enable Low Power Mode.
Low Power Mode reduces the brightness of the display, minimizes system animations, optimizes device performance (so the components aren’t worked too hard), and limits a lot of the activity that happens in the background on your phone.

You’ll automatically get prompted to enable this when the battery level hits 20 percent and 10 percent, but you can actually enable it whenever you like, and it makes a considerable difference in terms of how quickly your iPhone battery drains. To start it manually , open up the Battery menu from Settings and toggle the Low Power Mode option on.

You can also apply many other of the tips we’ve mentioned:
Turn the display brightness down as far as you can manage.Keep your phone locked for as much time as possible.Keep your phone in airplane mode for as much time as possible.Don’t play any audio or run any games or demanding apps.Switch off GPS access entirely via Privacy & Security > Location Services in Settings.

Despite having the most powerful iPhones in the market for over 3 months now, it is hard to say whether we’ve reached the level of peak smartphones yet or there’s still time for that tag to be presented to some iPhone model in the future. But it must be said that Apple made some remarkable changes to its flagship iPhone models and that the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max gives users the ultimate battery experience.

This usually means that your iPhone will now last longer, charge faster, and drop battery slowly in comparison to its predecessors. If we’re talking in terms of iPhone battery mAh, then the iPhone 14 Pro 3200 mAh battery and the iPhone 14 Pro Max comes with a 4323 mAhbattery; which is awesome!
But the surprising bit comes with the iPhone 14 Plus, which starts at Rs. 89,900, and has a 4325 mAh battery; the biggest and best battery backup that we have seen in an iPhone so far barring the iPhone 13 Pro Max. Safe to say , Apple is fulfilling its promise of delivering reasonably priced iPhones with the best battery backup.

But that’s just the case of the latest generation of iPhones in the market. What’s the story as we go behind or go back to a few yesteryear models. Stay tuned as we provide you with the latest iPhone battery mAh list – all the top Apple iPhone battery mAh data that can help you decide what iPhone suits your needs the best if not for the latest iPhone 14 series.Key Takeaways – For Those Who Are In Awe With iPhones

With the above-mentioned list, you can deduce that the iPhone battery capabilities vary from model to model and year to year and there’s no clear indication from Apple suggesting that all their future iPhone models will boast a better battery life. This can be reflected by comparing the iPhone 7 battery mAh and the iPhone 8 battery mAh. Where the iPhone 7 was boasting 2220 mAh, the successor model didn’t exactly get a promotion in terms of battery.

Similarly, the iPhone XR was an upgrade for the iPhone X but in comparison, the iPhone XR battery mAh(2950 mAh) was reduced by a small margin in comparison to the iPhone X battery mAh (3000 mAh).
But if we see the iPhone 7 battery mAh (2220 mAh) in comparison to the iPhone 7 Plus battery mAh (2900 mAh) then one can deduce that the Plus and Pro models – because of the device’s size – can boast of a better and longer battery performance than the base iPhone models.

Then again, if we put to test two pro models (that are relatively new), the iPhone 11 Pro Max battery mAh (3969 mAh) easily puts to bed its competitor and successor in iPhone 12 Pro Max. The iPhone 12 Pro Max battery mAh (3687 mAh) finds no upgrade where other things do as we shift from iPhone 11 series to iPhone 12 series. In comparison, the iPhone 12 Mini battery mAh (2227 mAh) legitimises the problem of space and the lack of a large battery in the mini models.
Even though a lot of the previous-year Apple iPhone models are becoming obsolete and most will not have the power of 5G enabled, there are still some worthy devices out there if we’re talking plainly about their battery and camera performance.

These are some of the recommended iPhone models in terms of battery life:Of course the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Plus are the latest and the go-to options for people but if they’re thinking of shelling a few thousand bucks less, then the iPhone 13 Pro Max has the best battery life in comparison to all other iPhone models. It boasts a 4352 mAh battery, which is the best in the iPhones segment.
Apart from these, the following have a reasonable battery life in accordance with their current market price:

1. iPhone 6S Plus: even though a yesteryear iPhone, the 3500 mAh battery life was considering brilliant the phone was launched in 2015.
2. iPhone X: after a series of iPhones with an average battery life, iPhone X offered a 3000 mAh battery, which was quite a development.
3. iPhone 11 Pro & iPhone 11 Pro Max: the iPhone 11 series took a new turn for the improvement of the new-age iPhones as iPhone 11 Pro Max offered a staggering 3969 mAh battery, where the iPhone 11 Pro also came with an impressive 3048mAh battery.

 4. iPhone 12 Pro Max: as mentioned earlier, the Pro Max models are the biggest in terms of display and overall size and the iPhone 12 Pro Max battery mAh (3687 mAh) is still impressive and quite good for the device.
5. iPhone 13: despite being the base model, the iPhone 13 offers a 3227 mAh battery and that’s great considering the sleek and slim size of the iPhone 13.

These were some of the takeaways after comparing all the iPhone batterycapacities and their respective mAh or milliampere per hour of energy charge. You can make sure you revise this basic info before purchasing a new iPhone or going for a refurbished one.

There may be times when you feel your iPhone’s battery life isn’t what it used to be, which really sucks.
There’s nothing more important in any chargeable device than its battery. The good news is that you might be able to do something about it. 
Sure, it’s possible that your battery’s a bit older and doesn’t hold as much charge as it used to. But if your iPhone is fairly new, there might be something else that’s draining your battery. 

Fortunately, you can see what’s actually draining your battery with your iPhone’s settings. Here’s all you need to know. 
How to See What’s Draining Your iPhone’s BatteryMost of the time, your iPhone won’t just lose battery life on its own. Usually, the reason behind it is an app or a game that’s been working non-stop—whether it’s because you’re using it or it’s working in the background. 
The good news is you can see which apps and games are consuming the most energy on your iPhone by following these steps: 

The green graph is for your battery level throughout the day.The blue graph is for the time your iPhone was active.You can see your report for the last 24 hours and the last ten days of activity and battery usage, which will give you more insight as to what’s been happening to your iPhone’s battery. 
If you scroll down, you’ll find the apps that have been draining your battery the most.If you tap on it, you’ll see your activity on each app. Meaning you’ll see how much time that app or game’s been open or was used.

This is the part that’ll let you know exactly what’s draining your battery. You can use this report to see if an app or game is too much for your iPhone’s battery to handle—which does happen—or if you’re using an app or game too much—which happens even more often. 
Understand Your Battery HealthThere’ll be times when your apps aren’t really consuming that much battery from your iPhone. If that’s the case, it’s possible that it’s your battery’s fault. 
You’ll need to understand if your battery’s still healthy or if it’s not working at the appropriate capacity anymore.

Here’s how:
Open the Settings app.Scroll down and tap on Battery.Select Battery Health.How to Access Battery Health iPhoneSergio Velasquez / iDrop NewsThis is where you’ll see how well your battery’s performing. And, unless you have a brand new iPhone, chances are its maximum capacity isn’t at 100% anymore. Don’t worry, that’s normal, and it’s just what happens to all rechargeable batteries over time, unfortunately.
Your iPhone’s battery goes by charge cycles, which happens every time you fully recharge your iPhone from 0% to 100% total in any variation of charge times.Your iPhone’s battery is designed to retain up to 80% of its original capacity after 500 complete charge cycles. But the more you charge it; the less capacity will have over time. If your iPhone has a maximum capacity of less than 60%, it’s normal if you feel like the battery’s draining too fast. 

What Can I Do to Help My Battery?

Other than quitting using so many apps and games or replacing your iPhone’s battery, there are a lot of ways to increase your battery life. So there are still ways to salvage your battery.
One of the most basic tips is to keep your iPhone updated. That way, your iPhone will perform better and consume less battery.

iPhone Battery Settings TipsSergio Velasquez / iDrop NewsYou can follow your iPhone’s battery tips, too. If you go into your battery settings, as we previously showed you, your iPhone might give you some tips on how to preserve battery life. Granted, they aren’t anything groundbreaking, but they’ ll still help you keep your battery from draining too fast.

You can also try reducing your background apps activity by going into Settings > General > Background App Refresh. You can disable apps so they won’t run in the background even when they aren’t open. 
Another quick solution is to disable Location Services. You can do this by going into Settings > Privacy > Location Services. Apps will use your location to give you a better experience, but that consumes more battery. You can disable Location Services altogether or choose which apps will have access to your location (recommended). 
If your battery problems come from your iPhone’s hardware, you’ll need to consider changing the battery. If your iPhone’s fairly new, Apple provides a one-year warranty that covers faulty batteries. If not, you can still talk to Apple Support, and they’ll change your battery for a charge. 

Last but not least, you can try resetting your iPhone. You do this by going to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings and following the instructions on your iPhone. Keep in mind, though; this will completely delete all content and settings your iPhone has so you can start from scratch. So it’d be better if you do this only after you backup your iPhone properly. 

If you manage to solve the problem, you should start taking better care of your iPhone’s battery. Even if we don’t see it, it’s one of the most important parts of our iPhones, so try to take care of it if you want your iPhone to last for years. Here’s how.

Planning to keep your iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone Pro, or Pro Max for a long time?Here are some tips to preserve battery health.
If you’re planning to keep your iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro for a long period of time, you should preserve its battery health by following some basic tips

The internet is on fire right now with iPhone 15 related news. A lot of people are going to upgrade, while some may not later this year. If you are from the latter group and plan to keep your iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro for an extended period of time, maybe two to three years, then I am going to share some tips on how to preserve battery health so that you get the most out of your phone’s battery while it’s in your ownership.

Use original or Apple certified accessories to charge up
This is the most obvious thing you should do while charging up your iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro. Use the cable that came with your phone, or if you’re using a third-party one, make sure it’s MFi certified – just look for the ‘Made for iPhone’ badge, and you’re good to go.

Also, make sure that you’re either using a wall charger made by Apple or something that’s high quality, if going for a third-party one. A quick search on the internet will list down a number of chargers that are made with high- quality materials and circuitry. A bad charger is all you need to ruin your iPhone and its battery instantly. Just spend the extra money and get a charger that will last you an eternity. Great chargers are extremely hard to break down, and if they do , they will never ever damage the connected device.

Stop worrying about charge cyclesSmartphone batteries are usually good for up to 500 charge cycles before hitting the 80% health mark. But that charge cycle number is absolutely useless if your usage habits are terrible. I’ve seen MacBook Pro laptops with just 15 charge cycles at 90% battery health. How? Because they were left on charge and at 100% at all times.
On the other end of the spectrum, you may come across a device with more than 100 charge cycles with 100% battery health because they were used carefully. Now read further about how you too can be careful with your iPhone’s battery health.

Use a fast charger or a slow one, it’s up to youFast chargers won’t hurt your battery as long as the ambient temperature is low and the phone does not get too hot. If you constantly find yourself in a situation where your iPhone gets hot while charging, just use a slow charger that tops out at 12W. Anything that does not generate too much heat is good for battery health.
Use the 40-80 rule – but carefullyPeople swear by this rule, and I have tried it as well. Does it work? Only if you thoroughly respect how it works. If you don’t, you’ll end up losing battery health.

I’m not going to take a deep dive into how Lithium-ion batteries work because a lot of people have done it already. But I’m going to tell you that keeping your charge level extremely high or extremely low is going to take a toll on your battery health.

So, if you’re going to maintain a charge between the 40% and 80% mark, make sure you drain the battery all the way from 80 to 40 before charging up again to 80. Don’t hold the charge at 80%, and do not hold it at 40%, either.
If you’re doing what I wrote above, you’ll see how your battery health remains steady for a long time. Now the part that no one talks about when it comes to this rule – is awful battery life. While you’re busy maintaining battery life between 40% and 80%, there’s 40% of the total battery life you’re never ever going to use, which will give you the illusion of horrible battery life on your iPhone. That’s completely normal.

Making the battery drop to 20% or maybe even lower occasionally is not bad for the battery either. There are certain things that aren’t in our control – for example, you’re away from a power outlet or don’t have access to a power bank. In those cases, it’s fine to let the battery slide down a little until you can take things back into your own hands.

Use Optimized Battery ChargingWhile everyone out there will go deep into the science of how optimized charging works, but I’ll make things easier by telling you that your iPhone’s battery won’t charge beyond the 80% mark unless the battery cools down. Therefore make sure the feature is turned on.
You can do this by going to Settings > Battery > Battery Health & Charging and turning the Optimized Battery Charging option on.

Keeping the feature turned off means the iPhone will charge all the way to 100% without any sort of pauses in between. That’s simply not good for battery health at all.

Do not use your iPhone while charging (obviously)Anything that generates heat is going to hurt battery health. If you’re using your iPhone while charging, you’re generating excess heat that will not only affect battery performance, but battery health, too. When you put your iPhone on a charge, make sure your iPhone is never ever used during the charging cycle. Avoid using it completely if you can.

While charging, remove the case for better dissipation of heat. A chunky case might be great for protecting your phone, but it will generate a lot of heat, especially if you’re wirelessly charging.
Avoid wireless chargers in hot weatherSpeaking of wireless charging, if you can avoid it completely, that’s great. But, if you’re charging in a room that’s cool, especially air-conditioned, then it’s fine. Also, make sure that the iPhone’s case comes off while going ahead with wireless charging. While it’s a convenient feature, wireless chargers generate way too much heat compared to wired charging.

If possible, I will highly recommend using wired charging while on the go, especially during summer. Sure, slapping on that MagSafe Battery Pack will charge you up, but it comes at a cost which you will see expensive on the battery health report page, eventually.

Wait for your iPhone to cool down before using itIf you feel that your iPhone is too hot, quite literally, do not start using it immediately. This is extremely important when you take your iPhone off the charger or are planning to put it on charge. Let the iPhone sit around for a while so that it reaches normal temperature – should not feel hot to the touch – and then start using it or place it on charge.

ThoughiPhone batteries are made to resist high temperatures, that does not mean they will stay forever perfect in the battery health department. Extreme temperatures are your iPhone’s worst enemy.

Your iPhone uses a lithium-ion battery that degrades over time, but there is little reason to worry about battery health in a new device. Here’s what you need to know about your iPhone’s battery.

Batteries are not mysterious black boxes that power your iPhone, in fact, they are quite simple products compared to the advanced silicon they are powering. The physical nature of batteries mean that they will ultimately wear out and become less useful over time, but device owners don’t need to worry.

Understanding a little bit of the science behind batteries can go a long way in intelligently managing your device’s lifespan. Controversies surrounding iPhone relating to planned obsolescence and expected upgrade cycles can easily be dismissed as hyperbole with a little bit of knowledge.

Lithium-ion battery basicsA battery consists of an anode (+) and cathode (-) separated by a generally flammable electrolyte. When a device draws power from the battery, charged lithium ions move from the anode to the cathode through the electrolyte, releasing electrons.

These freed electrons power the device and return to the cathode, creating a complete electrical circuit. The opposite occurs when charging the device — electrons are passed into the anode and move to the cathode.

Without getting too technical, these two chemical reactions are imperfect and introduce heat loss and wear to the battery. The lithium material slowly depletes, oxidization reduces usable surface area, and filaThin phones mean smaller batteries, which become exhausted soonerThere is nothing a user can do to stop this process desolately. Take using fuel in a car, for example, it eventually runs out. However, exhausting a lithium battery takes a great deal of time and can be mitigated somewhat by user and software behaviors .

So, when a new iPhone has a 100% battery rating, it has all of the rated milliamp-hours of power available when fully charged. It also means the battery can provide enough power to the CPU at peak current draw without issue.
Apple says its batteries are designed to retain up to 80% of their original capacity at 500 complete charge cycles. A charge cycle is defined by a complete drain of the battery to zero, followed by a complete charge to 100%.

This expected battery life can vary from user to user. The average user is expected to keep their battery health north of 80% for the first two years with regular use. Hitting 80% within a year is cause for concern, and Apple will replace your battery for free with AppleCare or for a fee without.
Others who use their iPhone constantly and charge their device from near dead to 100% multiple times a day will see their battery degrade faster. Looking at your Screen Time will reveal if you’re unconsciously overusing your device — maybe it’s time to put down your iPhone if TikTok shows multiple hours of use in a short time.

Of course, iPhones are bought to be used. But, like anything, moderation is important, especially if you’re worried about something as physical as battery chemistry.
Ultimately, once the battery degrades below 80% of its original capacity, protections within the operating system will engage to ensure the device doesn’t shut down inadvertently.

This throttling can be avoided by having the battery replaced at an Authorized Apple Service Provider.
After the iPhone throttles the processor for the first time to prevent a shutdown, a new toggle will appear in battery settings. This gives users the ability to turn off the throttling feature and allows the processor to draw full current.
However, the device will shut off as soon as the current draw exceeds what the battery can provide. It is highly unadvisable to turn off the throttling feature and can lead to battery damage.

Degraded batteriesBefore iOS 10.2.1 in 2017, the iPhone didn’t do much to account for aging batteries in its software. However, a perfect storm of circumstances set Apple up for user complaints about inadvertent shutdowns in older devices.
Recent devices had more powerful processors, thinner designs, and brighter displays. These factors led to smaller batteries with lower capacities that died faster. A smaller battery also meant a lower peak voltage, which meant aging batteries would dip below peak rated voltages sooner.

Those factors were coupled with more people buying iPhones than ever, then keeping them for longer than expected, which led to more reports of batteries becoming exhausted. Note that the “Plus” models and iPads were not encountering shutdown issues thanks to their larger battery capacities .Lithium-ion can’t provide peak voltage at lower charges, which gets worse with ageIntermittent shutdowns were reported by owners of the iPhone 6, iPhone 6s, and iPhone SE. 

Users complained that the device would show battery levels of 30% or more  then suddenly shut off as if the battery died.
This occurred because these devices’ batteries had been exhausted to the point that they could no longer provide peak power during peak CPU draw. Since there were no other protections in place, the iPhone would sense the CPU power draw exceeding the available current and just shut down to protect the battery.

The iOS 10.2.1 and subsequent updates created safeguards that throttle the CPU based on the device’s remaining battery health. Fresh batteries above 80% health will never encounter this CPU throttling feature.Apple hadn’t considered its need until widespread reports of shutdowns began.

Why is your iPhone battery draining so fast all of a sudden? Does the iOS 16 update drain your battery life? If your iPhone loses battery faster than you’d like it to or faster than you think is normal, we can help. We’ ll answer common iPhone battery drain questions, and walk you through some simple solutions to stop your iPhone battery from dying fast.

iOS update battery drain issues are extremely common and for good reason! A new iOS update drains battery because of the many big changes to your iPhone features that come with installing the most recent iOS software. The larger fall updates, like the recent iOS 16 update , often affect your iPhone battery more than the smaller updates we see throughout the year.

While some of this is unavoidable, there are certain things you can do to optimize your battery use and cut back on unnecessary iPhone battery drain. We’ll show you some iOS 16 battery-saving tips and offer guidance on how to preserve battery life on your iPhone.

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First, we’ll cover how to quickly check your battery health. Odds are, your iPhone battery is fighting fit, but is being drained by unneeded processes running in the background. We’ll cover some easy solutions to prevent battery drain from iOS 16 on your iPhone. Also, If you enjoy learning about how to use your Apple devices, be sure to sign up for our free Tip of the Day. 

1. Check Your iPhone Battery Health SuggestionsThis is a good first step whether you’re worried that the iPhone update is draining the battery or not. Your iPhone will recommend specific changes in Settings to preserve iPhone battery life. To see why your iPhone battery is draining faster than it should be, use these steps to check Battery Health suggestions:

Open the Settings app, then scroll down and tap Battery.

Tap Battery Health.n the next screen, your iPhone will suggest changes to settings that will improve battery life. You can tap on each suggestion to jump to the setting that needs changing. If you don’t want to make the change, at least you understand what’s contributing to your battery drain. 
Note: If you don’t see the Battery Life Suggestions section, your iPhone doesn’t currently see any ways to improve battery life via Settings.

However, we’ll have to respectfully disagree—there’s almost always a way to fix iPhone battery drain. Continue on down the list to see how many ways you can fix an iPhone battery dying faster than it should.

2. Dim Your iPhone Screen If Your iPhone Keeps Losing ChargeKeeping your iPhone’s screen at full brightness is a likely culprit when your iPhone battery drains fast, but it’s easily remedied. This is actually one of the main causes of battery drain and consumes more power than you might think! Here’s how to dim the screen brightness to save battery on your iPhone:

Open the Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of the screen. If your iPhone has a Home button, swipe up from the bottom of the screen instead.Tap and drag the Brightness slider toward the bottom, or as near to the bottom as you can go and still comfortably read your display.
reduce iphone screen brightness in control center

If you have your iPhone brightness set to a more reasonable level but your iPhone battery is draining quickly anyway, there are a lot more options for conserving battery on iPhone. Keep reading!

3. Turn on Auto-Brightness to Stop iPhone Battery Drain
Auto-Brightness settings adjust your screen lighting automatically based on ambient light levels. This keeps your iPhone from losing battery too quickly by wasting it on screen unnecessary brightness. To save battery on your iPhone by enabling Auto-Brightness:
Open the Settings app, then scroll down and tap Accessibility. 

Tap Display & Text Size.

Scroll to the bottom and toggle on Auto-Brightness.

Next, we’ll take a look at some lesser-known settings to help improve iPhone battery life.
4. Turn Off Raise to Wake to Save iPhone BatteryAll iPhone models have the Raise to Wake function enabled by default. This might be part of your problem, especially if you pick up your iPhone a lot or walk with it swinging in your hand. The iPhone screen constantly turning on will definitely drain your battery . 

Apple launched the iPhone 14 (review) with dual eSIM variants which without the physical SIM tray slot in the USA. It was then rumored that the eSIM-only iPhone 15 was going to make its way to other markets. However, it turns out that this hasn’t materialized and could instead arrive with the iPhone 16, including the mmWave 5G support for global.

This is confirmed from the technical support pages of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro (comparison), which details of three SIM classes of the device. The first one is with the dual eSIM that is exclusive to the States. Meanwhile, the second has a nano SIM combined with eSIM and will be the option for the rest except in China.
Accordingly, only the Chinese models of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro are getting the physical dual SIM slot. This has been a similar case as to the previous generations of iPhones. But regardless of which eSIM models, all will support two active networks. For starters, eSIM or embedded SIM modules have benefits such as taking less space compared to SIM trays. This is particularly useful in wearables with cellular connectivity. At the same time, activating carriers and switching plans are done quickly than with the old SIM cards.
mmWave 5G on the Apple iPhone 15As for the compatibility with mmWave 5G, only the USA is going to take advantage of this on the iPhone 15. The millimeter-wave technology allows faster connection compared to the standard 5G as it taps the higher bands of the 5G spectrum. Major carriers in the US already deployed mmWave 5G, which also available for other devices like the Galaxy S23 Ultra (review).

In line with this, Qualcomm said that it will supply Apple with its 5G modem chipsets through a new partnership that will run from 2024 until 2026. This means, Apple will rely on Snapdragon-based radio chips on the iPhone 16 all the way to iPhone 18 before they could launch their in-house modems.
Do you find the dual eSIM onsmartphones more useful at all? Or it is that you still prefer the classic way of swapping SIM cards more convenient? Please don’t hesitate to tell us your thoughts in the comments. 

Apple has been known to pioneer groundbreaking technology in its devices, and this year is no exception.
With the introduction of the Apple Watch Series 9and the iPhone 15, Apple is setting new standards in both wearable and smartphones technology.
Let’s dive deep into what these marvels of innovation offer.
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 available from 22 Sept 2023Apple Watch Series 9: More than Just Time

Advanced InternalsAt the heart of Series 9 is the S9 SIP with a CPU housing 5.6 billion transistors, which is 60% more than its predecessor. The GPU has also seen a significant boost, promising 30% faster graphics.

Faster processor and graphic allows more complex apps to run smoothlyNeural EngineThe four-core Neural Engine can process machine learning tasks up to twice as fast, making operations like Siri requests and dictation more efficient and accurate.
Ultra Wideband ChipThe new second-generation Ultra Wideband chip facilitates precision finding for i Phones,allowing users to track their iPhones with directional accuracy.

Never worry about losing your iPhone with Precision FindingDisplayThe Retina display of Series 9 now boasts up to 2,000 nits of brightness, ensuring clarity even under the sun. In darker environments, it can reduce brightness to just one nit, ensuring optimal viewing in any situation.

2000 nits display provides better clarity under bright environmentIntroducing Double TapThis intuitive gesture control, powered by the Neural Engine, allows users to navigate their watch more seamlessly. Whether it’s pausing music or accessing widgets, a double tap is all it takes.

Double tap your finger to answer a call, open a notification, play and pause music
Apple Watch Ultra 2This iteration features the powerful Series 9 SIP and boasts a brightness of 3,000 nits. It also introduces a new watch face, Modular Ultra, and ensures long-lasting battery life.

More power to take on more demanding graphics and enhance battery life. Pricing
Prices of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 start at S$1,199
Prices of the Apple Watch Series 9 start at S$599 in aluminium and S$1,049 in stainless steel.

Comes in two sizes – 41mm and 45mm 
You can choose between GPS-only or GPS and cellular versions.
iPhone 15: The Next-gen Smartphone Experience Design & DisplayiPhone 15 showcases an all-new design with the Dynamic Island on its Super Retina XDR display. With OLED technology, the display brightness can reach up to 2,000 nits.

Added features on Dynamic Island allows you to get latest info with a glanceCamera EvolutionThe 48-megapixel main camera promises sharper photos and videos.

With advancements in computational photography, capturing stunning portraits is now effortless. The camera system also enables post-capture focus adjustments.
48 megapixel camera for iPhone 15Photos taken with iPhone 15 has never been betterPerformance ProwessPowered by the A16 Bionic chip, iPhone 15ensures a seamless experience, whether it’s gaming or day-to-day tasks.
USB-C AdoptionWith USB-C, users can enjoy universal charging across multiple Apple devices.

Now you can share USB-C cable across Android and Apple devicesUltra WidebandThe second-generation Ultra Wideband chip facilitates precision finding, helping users navigate to friends in crowded areas.

Easier locate your friend or child with precision finding
Innovative SolutionsFrom better call audio quality to Roadside Assistance via Satellite, iPhone 15 ensures safety and clarity in communication.
iPhone 15 & 15 PlusThis model comes in 5 colors with Aluminum design. Offers up to 512GB storage with 6.1″ or 6.7″ display. 

iPhone 15 comes in five colorsiPhone 15 Pro This model brings even more to the table – a titanium design, customizable Action button, and the A17 Pro chip. With 19 billion transistors, advanced GPU capabilities, and a more sophisticated camera system, it truly stands out as a flagship.

Apple has just announced the details of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro at its ‘Wonderlust’ event.The standard iPhone will inherit several features from last year’s pro, including an improved Dynamic Island, the A16 Bionic chip and 48MP main camera. There are five colours in a textured matte finish: pink yellow, blue, green and black.

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will have a new grade 5 titanium case, with a brushed texture finish in four colours: black and white, blue and natural. New features include a customisable action button that can be used to quickly launch different functions and a new full-screen standby mode when the phone is turned on its side. 

The Pros sport a new A17 Pro, a 3 nanometer chip, with new 6-core CPU and 6-core pro-class GPU that Apple says is up to 20 per cent faster. And the difference between the Pro and Pro Max will be more pronounced, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max sporting a 5x optical zoom instead of the 3x on the standard Pro. As expected, all iPhone 15 models with have USB-C charging instead of Lightning.Pricing remains largely the same as with the iPhone 14: the iPhone 15 starts at $799, the iPhone 14 Plus at $899 and iPhone 5 Pro at $999. Only the iPhone 5 Pro Max has a higher starting price at $1,199, but it now starts at 256GB instead of 128GB. We’re currently working on updating the full details below.
Of course, Apple has already made what might end up its biggest announcement of 2023: the launch of its AR headset. For the lowdown on that front, check out our thoughts on Apple Vision Pro.
Apple iPhone 15: designUSB-C connector
Apple has been forced to swap Lightning for USB-C (Image credit: Photo by Matthias Zomer via Pexels)We’re already certain the iPhone 15 will feature one big design change: a move from Lightning to USB-C. That’s because new EU rules announced last autumn will require all phones sold after autumn 2024 to use the USB-C connector for charging.

Apple has agreed to comply, and although technically they could still sneak out a new phone with a Lightning connector between now and the deadline, it wouldn’t make much business sense to do so. And with the iPad, MacBook and most third-party accessories shifting to USB-C, it makes sense from a brand viewpoint anyway.
Every iPhone 15 model, then, is likely ditch Lightning for USB-C… but that’s not the whole story. As we reported in November, leaks suggest that the capabilities of the ports won’t be the same across all four iPhones. It appears that only the iPhone 15 Pro models will support USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt 3, while the standard iPhone 15 will just support USB 2.0, offering no speed improvement over Lightning. Bah. And the whole thing is already proving controversial.

In other slightly worrying news, it sounds like the iPhone 15 Pro’s camera bump could be even bigger than that of the iPhone 14 Pro. Renders based on leaked CAD files show a similar design to the 14 Pro, but with an absolutely enormous set of lenses. And those lenses might even be rearranged – not that most users will notice.

Other leaks and rumours about the design of the iPhone 15 range may be less grounded in fact. But where they come from reliable sources, they’re still worth paying attention to. For example, many seasoned Apple leakers have claimed that the Dynamic Island, Apple’s interactive notch replacement, will hit all four iPhone 15 models. That would be a big deal, as it’s currently only available in the more expensive iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

There’s also a persistent rumour that the iPhone 15 will replace physical buttons with haptic touch sensors; like the ‘taptic’ home button in the iPhone SE. We’re really sure this isn’t a good idea, though, as it would make it difficult to restart the phone if the software freezes, and might make using a case more problematic too. So if Apple really is thinking about this, we hope they back off the idea sooner rather than later.
Speaking of buttons, one recent rumour suggests the iPhone 15 Pro will take a leaf out of the Apple Watch Ultra’s book and include a customisable Action Button. This could let users carry out various functions, from activating Control Center to turning on the torch.

And then there’s the display. Recent rumours have suggested that Apple is working on brightness of up to 2500 nits – up from the 14 Pro’s current max of 2000. Seeing as a brighter display is a selling point of the Apple Watch Ultra, we wouldn’t be surprised to see the same thing happen with the iPhone line up.
Less concerning is the suggestion that the rumoured iPhone 15 Ultra will be made of titanium. It’s not exactly something we’re crying out for, but at least it wouldn’t make us upset (unless it made the price prohibitive, of course).

Apple iPhone 15: cameraWe don’t know anything official about the iPhone 15’s cameras yet, and we haven’t even seen many leaks either. The biggest rumour is the prediction that the iPhone 15 Ultra will have a second selfie camera (while the iPhone 14 Pro has three main cameras on the back, the front camera remains a single lens.) 
iPhone 15 Ultra concept

A fan-made render of the rumoured iPhone 15 Ultra What that would be for, though, we can only speculate. It could mean the addition of an ultra-wide selfie lens (no more having to stretch your arm out of its socket to take a group selfie) or better zoom. Or it could introduce a dual system for sharper, more detailed images, or allow selfies to be taken with a shallower depth of field so subjects stand out more from the background.
Apple iPhone 15: pricing and release dateAnd now for the bad news. Recent rumours have suggested that the price of the entire iPhone line up is set to increase in 2023. This is thanks to increased production costs, with the iPhone 15 costing Apple 12% more to produce, and the 15 Pro a whopping 20%. This would mark the first increase since 2017 in the US – but spare a thought for us UK folk who have already seen the price of each model rise by around £100 in 2022.

Apple tends to launch new iPhones in the first couple of weeks of September: for example, it launched the iPhone 14 on 7 September 2022, with the 14, Plus and Pro going on sale over a week later (16 September) and the iPhone 14 Plus a little after that (7 October). At the moment, notedApple leaker Mark Gurman claims the line up will be announced on 13th September, before going on sale on the 22nd.