Reports have emerged regarding battery-related issues among certain iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro users. As indicated by The Verge, a subset of iPhone owners has noticed more substantial battery degradation than anticipated on their devices. One individual, Sam Kohl from AppleTrack, shared that his iPhone 14 Pro’s maximum battery capacity had decreased to 90% by July. In a subsequent video, he expressed challenges in recommending the phone due to this issue. Notably, Joanna Stern, a technology columnist for The Wall Street Journal, also encountered a similar problem this week, revealing that her iPhone 14 Pro now maintains an 88% battery capacity. It’s worth noting that the iPhone 14 has been on the market for nearly a year.
Apple’s official statement regarding battery capacity retention is that it is designed to remain at up to 80% of its original capacity after 500 complete charge cycles. Given this, it’s possible that some of the affected users are approaching this 500-charge threshold. Remedying the situation through battery replacements does not come without a cost. If AppleCare or another extended service plan isn’t in place, acquiring a new battery for the device entails an expense of $99.
To assess the battery health of one’s device, individuals can navigate to the Settings menu on their iPhones and access the Battery section. This area provides insights through a bar graph illustrating the device’s battery charge levels and screen activity over the past 24 hours and 10 days. In situations where battery power is running low, users can tap the Activity tab on the page to identify the apps consuming the most battery power. Additionally, the current Maximum Capacity of the battery can be viewed.
Apple’s forthcoming launch of the iPhone 15 is anticipated to take place next month. Rumors indicate that this model will feature a larger battery compared to its predecessors, potentially increasing battery capacity by 10% to 18%. This development aims to address the concerns raised by users regarding battery performance and degradation.
