battery health

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battery health

i just started using my iphone 8 in february so 2 months ago and the battery health is already down to 80%. i mean i don’t think that’s normal as in the first month is went down by 2 and that’s understandable but 18% in a month isn’t normal and i dont know what to do as my apple care + has expired so i would have to pay for the battery replacement (which i don’t mind doing but i don’t think an 18% decrease is normal that’s why) and due to the coronavirus outbreak, apple stores are closed i’m not sure what to do. so any tips on how to prolong battery health?

iPhone 8, iOS 13

Posted on Apr 29, 2020 6:50 AM

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lobsterghost1

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Apr 29, 2020 9:41 AM in response to 123helpme45

And I'm assuming it just sat in the box not being used or charged? If that's correct, Lithium Ion batteries degrade with lack of use all on their own. It's actually bad for them to become fully discharged.

You'll need to pay for a battery replacement from Apple. DO NOT get an aftermarket battery.

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Apr 29, 2020 6:52 AM in response to 123helpme45

If you only started using your device 2 months ago your AppleCare shouldn't be expired.

I'd recommend Contacting Apple Support, they may be able to organise a battery replacement at an Apple Authorised Service Provider and it may even be covered under warranty.

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