iPhone Users Report iOS 18.3 Update Causing Rapid Battery Drain—How to Fix It
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Apple’s iOS 18.3 update delivers critical security patches and enhancements to Apple Intelligence, including smarter notification summaries and Visual Intelligence tools. However, some users report significant battery drain post-update, sparking frustration online.
iOS 18.3 introduces security upgrades but faces battery life complaints. (Image: Daily Mail)
On social media, users vented their struggles:
- “Battery life sucks in iOS 18.3!”
- “My phone dies so fast now—update didn’t fix bugs!”
- “Revolutionary battery drainage in iOS 18.3.”
iPhone users on X report battery issues post-update. (Image: Daily Mail)
Why Does This Happen?
After major iOS updates, background processes like app recalibration and indexing can temporarily drain battery. Apple notes this usually stabilizes within days. One user warned: “My iPhone 15 Pro’s battery dropped from 24-hour life to under 10 hours post-update.”
What Can You Do?
- Wait It Out: Allow 2-3 days for background tasks to complete.
- Check Battery Health: Go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health. Replace if capacity is below 80%.
- Disable Wi-Fi Assist: Under Settings > Cellular, toggle this off to prevent cellular data overuse.
Monitoring battery health in Settings. (Image: Daily Mail)
Don’t Skip the Update
Despite battery woes, iOS 18.3 fixes 20+ vulnerabilities, including one actively exploited by hackers. It also enables Apple Intelligence by default, integrating ChatGPT with Siri. Users can opt out via Settings.
How to Install iOS 18.3
- Open Settings > General > Software Update.
- Tap Download and Install.
- Ensure your iPhone is charged or plugged in.
Most users see battery life normalize, but persistent issues may require a Genius Bar visit. As Apple advises: “Critical updates protect your device—don’t delay them.”
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