An Apple Expert Tells Us How To Make Your iPhone Battery Last As Long As Possible

If you’ve ever glanced at your iPhone battery percentage and felt like it’s draining faster than it should, you’re not alone. iPhone batteries can be surprisingly fickle — one day lasting all afternoon, and the next barely making it to lunch. While some battery wear is inevitable over time, a lot of what shortens battery life comes down to daily habits. The way you charge your phone, the apps you run, and even certain settings can all have a bigger impact than you might think.

With a few mindful tweaks, you can help preserve your battery’s health and extend the time between charges. From avoiding common charging mistakes to optimizing your phone’s settings, small changes can lead to noticeably better performance. And Apple experts have been telling us all along that it’s possible to make simple changes for a longer-lasting battery:

If you want your iPhone to keep up with your day (instead of dying halfway through it), try changing these three settings.