Phone that turns off by itself, screen that stays black, these are all failures that can be caused by an old battery or a faulty update. But how do you tell the difference? The iPhone now offers a new tool capable of determining if your battery is showing signs of weakness..
Battery: what to do
We sometimes forget that, but the lifespan of the batteries of Apple smartphones is not eternal. And when it has a malfunction, the whole smartphone becomes unusable. Unable to access his emails, texts or even make a simple phone call. In a word, it is a disaster.
This is why it is essential to maintain its battery in good condition to ensure that it lasts as long as possible. This is all the more important as the costs of repair or change are particularly high. Not to mention the waiting times and the time lost to get to the service center closest to you..
Even if the batteries deteriorate over time , a few simple steps can increase their lifespan. For example, avoid letting your battery run down completely. This can damage its cells and deteriorate its functioning. As soon as the gauge approaches 10%, of remaining capacity, it is recommended to connect your smartphone to an electrical outlet.
Besides, it's better to charge your iPhone several times during the day than to let it charge overnight. In fact, several studies have shown that once the smartphone is 100%, the energy delivered by the charger risks deteriorating the battery. However, this statement must be put into perspective..
Chargers now have systems capable of cutting off power once the battery is full. Please note, products from Asia sold for a few euros on e-commerce sites do not always offer this type of protection.
The warning signs of a failed battery
You should know that the latest generation Lithium-ion batteries have a limited lifespan. Most of them cannot exceed 1000 recharge cycles. Obviously it is very complicated to keep a logbook of the recharges of your iPhone.
That said, there are a few warning signs that can alert you and allow you to act before it's too late. To avoid being without an iPhone, you should therefore be able to detect them.
It's very simple, if your iPhone charges very slowly or if its autonomy decreases it may be time to change the battery. However, check that the Lightning cable of your charger does not show any signs of wear. Likewise take a look at the charging port of your iPhone. Sometimes dirt or dust can interfere with the recharging process.
When to change the battery
As you have certainly noticed, it is difficult to pinpoint the reasons for a power failure. Charger, cable or battery can be the cause of your problems. This is the reason why, Apple has just set up a diagnostic tool capable of telling you if the battery needs to be changed.
- Open your iPhone settings
- Click on the Battery section
A message may appear at the top of the window telling you that you should think about changing your battery. Nothing serious, don't worry. This is not a security alert but a simple recommendation, reminding you that your battery is at the end of its life.
