Apple's latest iPhone 16 series appears to be facing significant concerns regarding its battery performance. Many users have reported issues with their 2024 iPhones experiencing rapid battery drain, even when not in use. Previously, there were complaints about display freezing in the iPhone 16 Pro models, so here’s a summary of the current battery problem.
What’s Causing the Quick Battery Drain in iPhone 16 Models?
Numerous iPhone 16 series users have voiced their frustrations about battery drain on platforms like Reddit and Apple Support Communities (via 91Mobiles). All the complaints point to a common issue: the new iPhones aren't holding their charge well. One user mentioned that their iPhone 16 Pro Max lost about 15 to 20 percent of battery life in just a few hours of being idle. Others reported similar experiences, with their iPhone 16s depleting from a full charge down to 60 percent alarmingly fast.
Surprising Battery Performance During Idle Time
This kind of battery drain would be expected if the phones were engaged in demanding activities such as gaming or filming videos. However, the majority of users report that their iPhones were simply sitting unused. One user even shared that their fully charged iPhone 16, which was left alone overnight, dropped to 18 percent by morning. Interestingly, another individual conducted a test comparing the iPhone 16 Pro with the older iPhone 14 Pro.
Despite both devices being set up the same way and undergoing similar usage, the iPhone 14 Pro only decreased to 85 percent, while the iPhone 16 Pro plummeted to 58 percent. This clearly shows a notable difference in battery performance. It seems that Apple's iOS could be contributing to these concerns. Updating to the latest version may potentially address this issue. Some users have reported that the iOS 18.0.1 update or the beta version of iPhone 18.1 has helped mitigate the problem. However, the exact cause of these battery issues remains unknown. Stay tuned for more information.
