Apple iPhone 16 battery details leaked – here’s what we can expect

Recent leaks about the upcoming iPhone 16 series suggest significant changes in battery capacity compared to their predecessor iPhone 15 models. While Apple has traditionally kept battery size details secret, a Weibo tipster revealed purported details about the iPhone 16 series’ batteries.

Will Apple equip the iPhone 16 series with larger batteries?

According to leaked information, the iPhone 16 Pro Max may be equipped with a 4,676mAh battery, which is a 5.7% increase in battery capacity from the 4,422mAh battery of the iPhone 15 Pro Max. It is speculated that the iPhone 16 Pro will be equipped with a 3,355mAh battery, which is a 2% increase from the 3,290mAh capacity of the iPhone 15 Pro. Likewise, the iPhone 16 is rumored to have a battery capacity of 3,561mAh, which is a 5.8% increase over the iPhone 15’s 3,367mAh battery capacity. However, leaks suggest that the iPhone 16 Plus may be downgraded, with a purported battery capacity of 4,006mAh, which is 8.6% smaller than the iPhone 15 Plus’s 4,383mAh battery.

These leaked details match previous speculation by Majin Bu (@MajinBuOfficial), further solidifying the credibility of this information. If accurate, the tweak could mean a shift in Apple’s approach to battery optimization and design choices across its product lineup.

It’s worth noting that last year’s iPhone 15 series came with rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Apple claims that the non-Pro model offers up to 26 hours of video playback, while the Pro model promises up to 29 hours of video playback on a single charge. These numbers highlight the company’s commitment to delivering longer battery life to meet consumer demands for extended use without compromising performance.

As with any leak, this information must be taken with a grain of salt until it is officially confirmed by Apple. Still, if these details prove to be accurate, consumers can expect improvements and potential degradation in battery performance across the iPhone 16 series, influencing their purchasing decisions based on personal preferences and usage patterns.