How long does an iPhone battery last?
An iPhone battery lifespan depends on usage, but here’s a breakdown:
1. Daily Battery Life (Per Charge)
- New iPhones: 10–15 hours of normal use (browsing, texting, calling).
- Older iPhones: 6–10 hours depending on battery health and usage.
- Heavy use (gaming, video streaming): 4–8 hours.
2. Battery Lifespan (Years Before Degradation)
- Apple rates iPhone batteries to retain 80% capacity after 500 charge cycles (roughly 1.5–2 years of daily charging).
- After 2–3 years, most users notice shorter battery life.
- After 4–5 years, a battery replacement is often needed.
3. How to Check Battery Health
Go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health & Charging:
- 100%–90%: Excellent condition.
- 89%–80%: Still good but may drain faster.
- Below 80%: Consider replacing the battery.
4. How to Extend Battery Life
- Use Low Power Mode when needed.
- Avoid extreme temperatures (heat speeds up battery wear).
- Charge between 20–80% (avoid full 0-100% cycles too often).
- Update iOS regularly for efficiency improvements.