iPhone 16 may come with a big surprise from Apple for those worried about battery life, thanks to European Union

iPhone 16 launch in 2024: Apple is planning to redesign the iPhone 16 battery for easy replacement, after the EU’s new regulation, check details.

By: AISHWARYA PANDA
| Updated on: Jun 29 2024, 10:01 IST
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iPhone 16 may come with a big surprise from Apple for those worried about battery life, thanks to European Union
1/5 Apple analyst Ross Young suggests that Apple might increase the screen size for its Pro models. That means the iPhone 16 Pro could get a 6.3-inch display whereas the iPhone 16 Pro Max could stretch to a mammoth 6.9-inch display. The vanilla iPhone 16 variants are likely to retain their current sizes. (Unsplash)
iPhone 16 may come with a big surprise from Apple for those worried about battery life, thanks to European Union
2/5 As per the reports, the iPhone 16 series could get AI capabilities too. It will reportedly equipped with an A18 chipset boasting a Neural Engine with significantly more cores than its predecessor. The Neural Engine is a crucial component of Apple's chipsets, dedicated to handling AI and machine learning tasks. (Unsplash)
iPhone 16 may come with a big surprise from Apple for those worried about battery life, thanks to European Union
3/5 According to 91mobile CAD renders, the iPhone 16 Pro is expected to get a similar titanium frame as the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max. However, there is an inclusion of a new Capture button and a larger Action button. It will likely get thinner bezels and more curved edges. (Pixabay)
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4/5 The vanilla iPhone 16 models could get a new camera layout this year. Leaked renders suggest a vertical camera setup, paving the way for potential new capabilities like Spatial Video recording.  (Shaurya Tomer/HT Tech)
iPhone 16 may come with a big surprise from Apple for those worried about battery life, thanks to European Union
5/5  It is also reported that the iPhone 16 Pro might get the tetraprism lens too, following the inclusion of this feature in this year’s iPhone 15 Pro Max. Apple is reportedly working together with its exclusive supplier Largan to improve the yield. Apple is also looking to pioneer specially moulded lenses to compensate for the smaller size of the smartphone. This would allow Apple to fit larger lenses without compromising the small form factor of the iPhone 16 Pro. (Unsplash)
iPhone 16 may come with a big surprise from Apple for those worried about battery life, thanks to European Union
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iPhone 16 may come with a new technology that will allow users to replace batteries. (Apple )

Apple iPhone 16 launch: European Union, in 2022, mandated the standard USB-C type charger for several electronic devices. Now, the EU government is urging smartphone companies to bring replaceable batteries by 2025. This regulation will allow smartphone owners to replace their batteries if they face any problems in future. Therefore, to comply with the rule, Apple is planning to make a big change with the iPhone 16 battery that will allow users to easily replace them whenever required. 

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iPhone 16 replaceable batteries

According to The Information report, Apple is considering redesigning iPhone 16 batteries in a way that will allow owners to replace them, this decision came after the EU urged manufacturers to build replaceable batteries. While Apple already allows iPhone users to be independent in changing several parts of the iPhone, however, batteries are something that requires specialised tools which are not easily available in the market. With redesigned batteries, Apple is planning to streamline the process and introduce technology that will allow iPhone users to change batteries by themselves.

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The report highlighted that Apple is working on a technology called “electrically induced adhesive debonding” that will include a special metal casing, enabling users to remove the battery via small bursts of electricity. However, the process may require a professional or expert as the process could be tricky. Therefore, if users want to change their iPhone batteries, they will have to visit an expert which is expected to cost around $99 or if they want to change the batteries themselves, then they will need to invest in the required toolkit. 

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Tom's Guide report highlighted that Apple may also integrate batteries that do not require replacement for self-repair. However, for this, Apple has to meet three integral criteria: 1. The batteries should have 83 percent capacity in 500 charges. 2. 80 percent with 1000 charges, and the iPhone must be up to IP67 rated.

As per the set EU rules, the iPhone 15 series meets all the criteria, however, it is unsure of what Apple is planning for upcoming generations of iPhones.

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First Published Date: 28 Jun, 11:41 IST
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