It's tough to exist without a smartphone these days. So much of our lives are contained inside these tiny devices that we don't want them running out of juice at an inopportune time. But thanks to ...

If your iPhone battery drains faster after updating to iOS 26, wait 24–48 hours for background tasks to settle. Then update to iOS 26.1, restart your iPhone, check and update battery-draining apps, ...

Optimizing your iPhone’s battery settings on iOS 26 is crucial for maintaining device performance, extending battery life, and contributing to sustainable energy use. With a range of advanced features ...

The battery on iPhones is constantly evolving, and the technology is only going to continue to improve as we hurtle toward the future. However, even a moderately aging iPhone can feel like it's not ...

Maximize your long-term battery health. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac Adopting a few smart habits can preserve your iPhone battery health, greatly extending the device’s useful lifespan. By ...

The iPhone Air takes a cut to battery life, but there's a few tricks you can use to dampen the blow. Michelle Ehrhardt is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor. She has a bachelor's degree in history ...