What about Focus Modes – do they help battery life?
Yes. Focus Modes help by letting you whitelist specific apps and contacts; during “Work” or “Sleep,” only critical alerts light up your display. That means fewer wake-ups and less background processing. I already mentioned disabling notifications above, but you can take it a step further with Focus Modes.
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How to set up a Focus Mode:
- Open Settings > Focus > tap + to create a profile.
- Under Allowed Notifications, choose People and Apps.
- Optionally schedule it by time, location, or app.
How do I identify the biggest battery hogs on iPhone?
To see what might be draining your iPhone’s battery, go to Settings > Battery. There, you’ll see usage by app and how much time each spent on screen or in background.
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Can removing my case while charging help?
Possibly — mainly if your device gets hot while charging. Removing the case can improve heat dissipation, which might speed up charging and protect your iPhone’s battery health.
Should I try a battery pack or a power bank?
Yes! I always travel with one. All the settings tweaks in the world won’t help if you’re stranded somewhere, staring at a red battery icon, far from an outlet. Here are the top picks ZDNET’s editors recommend:
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