The newly released iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are touted for their enhanced battery life, but a significant number of users report experiencing unexpected battery drain issues.
Reports on Apple’s forums indicate that several iPhone 16 and 16 Pro users running iOS 18 are facing disappointing battery performance. Complaints surfaced during the iOS 18 beta testing phase and persist even as the update has now been widely released, leading to further dissatisfaction among users.
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Users have noted that their devices are draining battery power excessively while idle or during low-demand tasks such as music playback. One user shared, “After listening to music for just 2.5 hours, my battery dropped to 68 percent, while my girlfriend’s iPhone 14 was still at 78 percent. Something isn’t right here.” Another user echoed similar frustrations.
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Conversely, some users report no issues, and a few have noted that upgrading to the iOS 18.1 beta has improved their battery performance.
It’s common for new iOS releases to contain bugs, and many users have experienced similar problems that were later resolved through updates. The expectation now rests with Apple to address and rectify this significant battery concern.
