All articles tagged with #battery capacity
Rumors claim the iPhone Fold will mount a 5,500mAh battery—potentially Apple's largest ever—embedded in a dual-iPhone Air-like chassis with titanium alloy, vapor-chamber cooling, and an A20 Pro on a 2nm process; earlier testing floated a 5,400–5,800mAh range. Treat as speculation until official confirmation.
A German retailer has leaked European pricing for the Xiaomi 17, listing €1,099 for 512GB and suggesting a €999 base option, while the global version uses a 6,330mAh battery (smaller than China’s 7,000mAh) and 100W charging with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch outside China is expected after MWC 2026 ends in March.
Rumors from a Finnish retailer listing and tipsters suggest the Galaxy S26 base model will move from 128GB to a 256GB starting option (with a possible 512GB). The S26 Plus/Ultra storage may stay similar (256GB/512GB and 1TB for Ultra). Price rumors place the base at about $799, with the Plus at $999 and Ultra at $1,299. A slight battery boost is also rumored for the base model (around 4,300mAh) and faster charging across the line, with a February launch anticipated.
OnePlus is preparing to launch a new Turbo series of smartphones in 2026, featuring potentially massive 9,000 mAh batteries aimed at enhancing gaming and performance, with initial leaks suggesting these devices will be large, high-performance phones possibly exclusive to China.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to have minimal upgrades over the S25 Ultra, notably retaining a 5,000 mAh battery instead of increasing capacity, and possibly limiting display performance to save power, which may disappoint fans seeking significant improvements in battery life and display quality.
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tested the longevity of his iPhone 15 Pro Max battery by limiting charging to 80% for over a year, but found that battery capacity and performance declined significantly, leading him to revert to full 100% charging and optimized battery charging to extend battery life. The experiment highlights the challenges of balancing battery health with daily usability, and suggests that limiting charge levels may not always be beneficial for long-term battery health.
Xiaomi's new 17 series skips the number 16 to align with the iPhone 17, featuring flagship specs, a unique rear display called Dynamic Back Display for customizable functions, and industry-first L-shaped batteries with high capacities, though currently only available in China with a global release expected soon.
Xiaomi announced the 17 series featuring a unique rear display on Pro models, massive batteries up to 7,500mAh, and advanced camera setups, with prices starting around $630 and sales beginning September 27.
Xiaomi announced the Xiaomi 17 series in China, featuring the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, with models including the Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, which boast innovative rear displays and large batteries up to 7,500 mAh, with global release expected around February.
Teardown of the iPhone 17 confirms it will be SIM and eSIM-only, with details on battery capacities revealed.
Ahead of Apple's September 9 event, rumors suggest the iPhone 17 series will feature larger batteries, a new design with a glass cutout for wireless charging, and potential changes in SIM tray availability, especially for the China market. The Pro Max may have the longest battery life yet, and new accessories like a lanyard are also expected. Additionally, Apple is rumored to announce new Apple Watch models and two versions of AirPods Pro 3.
A leak reveals the iPhone 17 Air will have a 3,149mAh battery, smaller than previous models, but its new ultra-thin design and features like ProMotion support may influence overall battery performance. The device will feature a 6.6-inch display and is expected to offer 'great all-day battery life,' though specifics are yet to be confirmed.
The iPhone 17 lineup will feature significantly larger batteries, with the iPhone 17 Pro's capacity increasing by 18.7% to 4252 mAH and the Pro Max surpassing 5000 mAH, potentially offering 3-4 hours more battery life. The base model will see a modest 4% increase, while the iPhone 17 Air's capacity remains below 3150 mAH. These improvements are supported by more efficient A19 chips and unchanged display sizes, promising longer usage times.
A leak from ShrimpApplePro reveals that the upcoming iPhone 17 models will have increased battery capacities, with eSIM-only versions gaining an additional 5-6% battery life due to the removal of the physical SIM tray, marking a significant advantage for eSIM users.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature more rounded corners and slight size increases compared to the S25 Ultra, with no significant battery capacity upgrade due to its thinner design, but it may see improvements in power, privacy, and camera features.