5 Reasons to Replace Your iPhone Battery
The iPhone battery is one of the components that allows you to take advantage of all its features daily, for hours on end. However, being rechargeable, it is a consumable item, meaning it has a limited lifespan.
In this article, you will learn when you should replace your phone's battery, debunk some myths on this topic, and discover the correct way to charge it. Additionally, we'll give you some tips to maximize the lifespan of your iPhone battery.
When is the right time to replace your iPhone battery?
Rechargeable batteries, over time and due to their finite lifecycle, gradually decrease in capacity and efficiency, affecting the phone's performance.
When the battery is damaged, you don't need to replace your phone. At iSell & Repair, we have specialized professionals in battery replacement.
Find out the reasons that justify its replacement.
1. Decrease in maximum battery capacity
Over time, the charge this component can hold decreases, causing the autonomy – the time you spend on your phone until you need to charge it again – to be shorter than when you bought it.
It is possible to check the percentage of the iPhone's maximum battery capacity in its settings (more specifically in "Battery Health & Charging"). If it is below 80%, it is a sign that it should be replaced.
2. Increased charging time
Your smartphone may start to take longer to charge than usual or even stop charging altogether. Before you think it's a battery problem, try changing the charger cable, as it may be damaged. If the delay persists, you may then be facing battery-related problems.
Another indicator of battery complications is that it discharges quickly after charging.
3. The iPhone shuts down unexpectedly
When the iPhone battery is damaged, it is unable to transmit power to the device, which then shuts down. This can happen even when the battery symbol indicates it is full.
4. Overheating
When you use your phone for activities that demand more from its operation, it's normal for it to heat up a little more. However, overheating is not common during charging or with normal use.
5. Slower device and lower performance
As the battery ages, it's natural to feel that your iPhone is slower, especially when opening applications. According to Apple itself, a longer app launch time is to be expected when the iPhone's battery has advanced chemical age.
In addition, you may notice a dimming of the backlight and a reduction in speaker volume by up to -3 dB. In extreme situations, the flash may stop working, the quality of calls and photos may decrease, as may the accuracy of GPS location.
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Strategies to preserve your iPhone battery
Several factors impact battery life, such as your phone usage habits, extreme temperatures (cold and heat), and regular charging.
Here are some tips you can put into practice to preserve your smartphone's battery:
- How and when to charge your phone: It is advisable to do short and regular charges, never letting the battery reach 0%, and avoid leaving it charging for too long (for example, all night) after it reaches 100%. This practice does not damage the battery, but it can accelerate its degradation;
- Choose a suitable charger: It is essential to verify that the charger you are using meets safety standards;
- Avoid intense iPhone use while charging: It is possible to use your smartphone while charging, but try not to use applications that require a lot of effort from the device and cause it to overheat;
- Save battery with simple actions: Activate power-saving mode, adjust screen brightness, disable location services, limit the use of battery-draining applications, and use Wi-Fi more often instead of mobile data.
- Regularly update the software to the latest iOS version. You can go to Settings > General > Software Update to check for available updates.
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