Battery Health Guide

Understanding Battery Health

Battery health is a measure of your battery's condition and its ability to deliver peak performance. As batteries chemically age, their ability to hold a charge and provide power to your device decreases. Apple's Battery Health feature helps you understand and manage your device's battery life.

Tips to Maximize Battery Health

• Update to the latest software
• Avoid extreme temperatures
• Remove certain cases during charging
• Store devices half-charged when not in use for long periods
• Optimize your device settings

Battery Health Management

Apple devices use advanced technologies to manage battery health. This includes features like Optimized Battery Charging, which delays charging past 80% in certain situations to reduce battery aging.

To check your battery health:

• On iPhone: Go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health
• On Mac: Click the Apple menu > About This Mac > System Report > Power

When to Service Your Battery

If you notice significantly reduced battery life or unexpected shutdowns, it may be time to service your battery. Apple offers battery service and recycling for all our products.