Apple Says Installing Ios 26 Might Impact Battery Life
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Apple warns that installing iOS 26 might impact battery life, with a user suggesting the impact is likely temporary while the OS finishes installing and optimizing in the background.
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4 months ago
Perhaps should update title to say "Might Temporarily Impact Battery Life". They're not saying iOS 26 will make your battery last less time indefinitely, just while it finishes installing/optimizing in the background.
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