iPhone users say Apple’s new iOS 16.4.1a update is RUINING their battery life – here’s what to do
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iPhone users have criticized Apple’s latest update after claims that a bug is rapidly draining their battery.
Twitter has been inundated with complaints in recent days as users claim that the latest iOS 16.4.1(a) update has reduced their device’s ability to hold charge.
One social media user claimed his iPhone’s battery drained 22 percent in just 46 minutes, while another said it lost 30 percent in half an hour.
Now some users are thinking of throwing away their iPhones altogether, with devices also reportedly overheating.
“Bro, this latest IOS update is actually BLEEDING my battery,” one Twitter user wrote.
Twitter has had battery life complaints since iOS 16.4.1(a) launched (file image)
One social media user claimed his iPhone battery drained 22 percent in just 46 minutes, while another said he lost 30 percent in half an hour
“I lost 30 percent in the last 30 minutes by turning on Spotify and watching Twitter for 5 minutes. Maybe after all this time I should switch from the iPhone 6.”
Meanwhile, another asked, “This new iPhone update is just crushing my battery life. Someone else?’
They later added, “It takes several hours to charge. Ridiculous.’
iOS 16.4.1(a) – also known as a Rapid Security Response update – was suddenly released by Apple last week in an attempt to fix security vulnerabilities.
This was a new type of “mini” software release that came in between major updates for iPhones, iPads, and Macs on iOS 16.4.1.
Still, one Twitter user claimed that there is a known issue with these latest updates, with devices overheating and experiencing a “severe battery drain.”
They wrote: ‘@AppleSupport Ever since the release of ios 16.0.1 and until the latest update ios 16.4.1 there has been some severe battery drain and device heating up, although you are aware of this, but you did not solve this problem. are being solved.’
Another tweeted similarly, “My iPhone 13 mini feels like overheating after the update.”
iOS 16.4.1(a) – also known as the Rapid Security Response updates – was suddenly released by Apple last week in an attempt to fix security vulnerabilities
These complaints come after a series of lawsuits against Apple for “throtting” the performance of its devices in order to get users to buy a newer model.
The tech giant has already paid a $113 million fine in the US in connection with battery issues dating back to 2017.
Apple was also fined €10 million in Italy, while consumer champion Justin Gutmann launched a class action lawsuit against the company in June last year.
Still, Apple experts claim its updates help preserve the battery life of older devices and aren’t just a cynical ploy to get customers to buy new phones.
Following recent complaints about battery life, Apple Support was seen inviting some affected users to private Twitter discussions.
To a user they said, ‘Hey there. Thank you for contacting us about this. We are always happy to help where we can. Is the Twitter app also up to date? Send us a DM so we can work with you there.’
A Twitter user claimed that there is a known issue with these latest updates, with device overheating in addition to “severe battery drain”
While Apple has not commented on these issues, some of the issues users face can actually be quite normal after software updates like this one.
The changes caused by power-intensive updates can take hours and even days, according to ZDNET.
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes, a researcher at ZDNet, previously explained, “Installing a new operating system on an iPhone activates many things in the background, from indexing to recalibrating the battery, and this can take hours or even days. .
“Not only does this consume power, but recalibrating the battery may give the impression that the battery is draining faster, when in reality it is not.
“Add to that the dual factor of a lot of app updates that happen after a new release, combined with a lot of new features available that can put more strain on an older handset.”
If the problems persist for weeks after the iPhone update, it may be worth checking the maximum capacity of your battery.
Apple explains that an iPhone’s capacity decreases as a battery ages chemically, which can result in fewer hours of use and poorer performance between charges.
To check this, users should go to their Settings menu before scrolling to the Battery tab and tapping it.
If your battery needs to be replaced, an ‘important battery message’ will appear indicating that the battery has significantly deteriorated.
Pictured: If you previously replaced your battery at a non-Apple phone retailer, you may not be able to view this information
However, if you previously replaced your battery at a non-Apple phone retailer, you may not be able to view this information.
Instead, an “unknown component” pop-up may appear. When clicked, it may say, “Unable to verify if this iPhone has a genuine Apple battery. Health information not available for this battery.”
On its website, Apple also advises that users can maximize battery life by following a number of tips.
This means keeping your device away from extreme temperatures above 35°C, which can permanently reduce battery life.
Certain cases should also be removed while charging a device if they generate excessive heat to prevent unexpected device failure.
For long-term health, Apple advises users not to “put away” their phones at 100 percent or let them drain completely.
Keeping a device fully charged for extended periods of time can actually degrade a battery’s capacity, which is why charging to 50 percent is usually better.
MailOnline has reached out to Apple for comment.