Your existing iPhone battery may have an extended lifespan with iOS 19, due to AI enhancements.

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      Imagine that by downloading a software update on your current iPhone, you could actually increase its battery life. This may become a reality with iOS 19.

      According to a report by Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, iOS 19 is expected to utilize AI technology to improve battery efficiency on the iPhone.

      This feature is expected to be categorized under Apple Intelligence and will be referred to as battery management.

      One of the exciting aspects is that this extension of battery life could be available as early as September, coinciding with the expected rollout of iOS 19 after its announcement at WWDC 2025 in June.

      What is battery management in iOS 19?

      The report suggests that Apple is developing an AI-driven battery management system with its upcoming software update. But how will it function?

      It is believed that the AI will analyze users' iPhone usage patterns and then adjust settings to optimize power conservation.

      Gurman states: “To develop the technology — part of the Apple Intelligence platform — the company is using battery data it has gathered from user devices to identify trends and predict when to reduce power consumption for certain applications or features.”

      He mentions that “sources with knowledge of the situation” discussed a lock-screen indicator that could intelligently estimate the time required to recharge the device to full capacity.

      This development is particularly relevant in light of rumors suggesting that the iPhone 17 Air may face battery life challenges due to its slimmer design.

      Gurman emphasizes: “The motivation behind the battery feature is linked to the upcoming slimmed-down iPhone 17, which will be presented as an alternative to the standard and Pro models. Due to its thinner design, the new iPhone will feature a smaller battery and thus offer fewer hours of usage compared to other models.”

      As this is a feature of iOS 19, it may also apply to iPads and older iPhones. However, since it’s part of Apple Intelligence, it will only function on devices capable of supporting that – specifically, the iPhone 15 Pro Max or newer.

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