Apple warns iOS 26 may temporarily affect iPhone battery life

Apple has shared a warning with iPhone users about the new iOS 26 update. The company notes that after installing the update, your phone’s battery life may be slightly shorter for a short period. This is normal and happens with many big software updates.

When you update to iOS 26, your iPhone needs to do some important work in the background. It has to organize your files and data so searching works well, download new system parts, and update your apps to match the new software. All these tasks take extra battery power and can make your phone feel warmer for a while.

Additionally, iOS 26 introduces new features that may require more power from your phone. Because of this, some people might see a small drop in battery life or performance after the update. Apple says this is expected and temporary. They keep improving the software with future updates to make sure your phone runs smoothly and the battery lasts as long as possible.

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Apple has mentioned that software updates can affect battery life before, but this time, the company explained it more clearly in their notes. The advice they shared applies to all iOS and iPadOS updates, not just iOS 26.

Through these notes, Apple reminds users that it’s very important to keep your phone updated. New updates help fix bugs, keep your phone safe, and add cool new features. Even if your battery drains faster right after updating, it usually gets better after a day or two.

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