If you’ve had your iPhone for several years already, you may have hit that vital 79% battery health line that Apple recommends replacing the battery. In that case you would get a notification that you should come to the repair center for a replacement. But hitting 79% — just what does it really mean and what’s so urgent about it?
So let’s break down whether you should take action on Apple’s recommendation or not.
What happens when your iPhone’s battery gets up to 79%.
It is, according to Apple, ‘significantly degraded’ if your iPhone’s battery’s battery health diminishes below 80%. This doesn’t mean your phone is immediately going to break, but it does mean it’s bumping down the performance scale. Because they’re at 79%, expect reduced battery life and or even slower performance.
However, why does Apple say that 79% is the tipping point? The reality is, if it helps prevent further degradation, it is, more than anything else about, preventing further degradation that can affect the whole length and the capability of your device. If you don’t change it right away, it’s not about you not being in immediate danger, but over time, you will see that it is not a good thing.
Should I Continue Using this Battery?
Yes, it’s safe to keep using your iPhone with 79% battery health, but there are some consequences to be aware of:
Decreased Battery Life: The lowering of a battery’s hold on a charge as it degrades is the result. So it might mean that you’re charging your phone more frequently to see if it can last through the day.
Slower Performance: Battery health isn’t all about how long your phone lasts. When this happens, an older battery will provide unstable power to other components on your iPhone, potentially resulting in your iPhone lagging or slowing down while you use it every day.
Increased Heat: Batteries that are worn-out tend to overheat in particular when you use them a lot or in hot weather. In addition to shortening the battery’s lifespan, it can cause the phone to suffer performance throttling to spare the phone from damage.
Why Replacement of the Battery at about 79% Is a Good Idea
While you can continue using your iPhone with degraded battery health, replacing it brings several significant benefits:
Improved Battery Life: The new battery will surely give your phone a much required boost with it giving that Longer Power you had when the device was new. Stop feeling anxious by the time you get to 1% halfway through the day!
Better Performance: A fresh battery ensures energy flow from the charging of your iPhone is stable to your iPhone’s components, which translates to smooth performance and less lag.
Lower Heat Levels: A cooler new battery wears less and exposes other parts to a longer life span.
Where to Replace Your Battery
If you want to replace your battery, Apple or an authorized service provider (such as Apple Store, K-Tuin or MediaMarkt) is recommended. Official batteries carry the lowest risk of issues, and using an official replacement will get your iPhone performing like new again.
Is It Worth Replacing the Battery?
None of this is required; You don’t have to replace your battery, but you could get another year, or two of life out of your iPhone if you do. The better you replace it, the greater the difference in battery life and performance you’ll see.
However, that doesn’t mean that approaching 79% battery health on your iPhone will immediately result in problems – it means you may avoid daily annoyances such as constant charging and slowing performance with a replacement down the line.
So, what’s your current battery health? Will you suffer the inevitable end of Apple’s App Store, or twist the battery in an effort to squeeze more life out of it?’ Let us know in the comments!