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Technology
Don Reisinger

Apple’s iOS 17.4 update features new insight into your iPhone's battery life

IPhone 15 Pro Max shown in hand.

Apple’s upcoming iOS 17.4 update will give you easier-to-access information on how you’re using your battery on the best iPhones — and when you can expect it to start feeling the effects of overuse.

When iOS 17.4 is made available to all iPhone models, users will find a Cycle Count measure in Apple’s Battery Health menu. Cycle Count refers to the number of times the iPhone has used its battery capacity. The more cycles the iPhone goes through, the more likely it is to start losing capacity.

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