iPhone SE Battery

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iPhone SE Battery

Hi, I recently bought an iPhone SE.

When I first got it I used it until there was 20% battery charge left, then charged it all the way to 100% and unplugged it.

I did that by the recommandation of a post here on the forum.

Now I get 5-6 hours of usage and over 18 hours of standby time, and still have 30% left.

I was wondering if this is good battery life for an iPhone SE?

Please let me know if you guys can! Thank you. 🙂

P.S. It charges SO fast, like in an hour it can charge from 30% to 90% and then trickle charges for another 45 minutes. Is this normal?

iPhone SE, iOS 9.3.2

Posted on Jul 26, 2016 5:23 PM

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Answer 1

elcpu

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Jul 26, 2016 7:15 PM in response to sadiebaram

This does not sound normal to me. Download the app Battery Life from the App Store (free and reliable) and test your battery with it. I suspect you have a defective battery and may want to have an Apple Store take a look at it.

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deggie

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Jul 26, 2016 8:15 PM in response to elcpu

Why does this not sound normal to you? It sounds normal to me or a bit better than average.

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elcpu

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Jul 26, 2016 8:10 PM in response to deggie

Because of the statement about 5-6 hours of life (yes 30% left). My old iPhone 5 lasts all day with plenty of battery left. My understanding was the SE was as good as the old fives and better than the sixes. However, I have no way of knowing what "usage" means to the OP. If they are playing Pokemon Go or watching constant videos for 5-6 hours then all bets are off.

I have heard very good things about the app Battery Life and testing with it would not hurt. Also if in doubt with a new phone having an Apple Store test it seems wise to me.

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deggie

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Jul 26, 2016 8:21 PM in response to elcpu

They said they get 5 - 6 hours of USAGE and 18 hours of STANDBY for a total of about 24 hours with 30% left.

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sadiebaram Author

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Jul 26, 2016 8:20 PM in response to deggie

HI! thank you so much for making my worries go away. I am a new iphone user and I'm so happy with it so far! Will never go back to android. I use my phone moderately. basically for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Youtube videos (not a lot) , and i browse the net sometimes. That's it I guess.

I lose 1% every 7 mins. I've been looking at the percentage meter to get a better understanding of that.

Thanks again!!!

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sadiebaram Author

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Jul 26, 2016 8:24 PM in response to elcpu

Thank you for your replies!!

I checked out the app you suggested and it says that my battery is in perfect condition.

ill chat with an apple representative tomorrow and see what they have to say

i will ask them if my battery life sounds normal to them.

Thanks for your help again.

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deggie

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Jul 26, 2016 8:27 PM in response to sadiebaram

Battery usage won't be linear except in standby. All of the apps you listed use WiFi/Cell Data which will take extra battery. I am assuming you also text on it and on rare occasions make or answer phone calls. If you have a weak cell signal you will see your iPhone consume battery at a faster rate. If you just bought the iPhone you will see your battery life get a bit better after using it for a couple of weeks.

You do want to do a full charge cycle at least once per month and avoid going to a totally depleted battery. You do not need to charge at 20%.

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elcpu

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Jul 26, 2016 8:29 PM in response to sadiebaram

You are welcome. That is good news as that app is reliable. You may be using your phone more than you realize. I certainly get longer life out of mine but you are likely taxing yours more than I do. 🙂

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deggie

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Jul 26, 2016 8:32 PM in response to elcpu

How many hours of usage do you normally have in a charge period?

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elcpu

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Jul 26, 2016 8:34 PM in response to sadiebaram

Here are two articles I highly recommend. The first one is a User Tip by one of our top members regarding charging. The second one should help in extending battery life, particularly turning Background App Refresh to OFF.

When to charge your iPhone or iPad

http://www.apple.com/batteries/maximizing-performance/

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sadiebaram Author

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Jul 26, 2016 8:35 PM in response to deggie

yes I completey understand that. Thank you for the info. I got it on July 7th!

Also! Since you're so informative I have a question for you! people have suggested to me that I charge it from 30-40% to 80% and never let it deplete. Don't over charge it and so on. But every month do a full depletion and charge it all the way to 100% to calibrate it. I was wondering if this is the correct way to charge it? please let me know.

thanks once again 🙂

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sadiebaram Author

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Jul 26, 2016 8:37 PM in response to elcpu

Yes I guess so haha! I am addicted to it thank you again for your informative help and links! I will check them out for sure.

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deggie

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Jul 26, 2016 8:38 PM in response to sadiebaram

Read the links that elcpu was kind enough to add here. You do NOT want to do a full depletion if you can avoid it. Let it go down to about 10% and you will be fine. You cannot overcharge it.

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