The newest iPhone update is reportedly draining batteries - this is how to fix it

By Rhona Shennan
Published 5th Oct 2020, 12:19 BST
Updated 5th Oct 2020, 12:19 BST
Are you experiencing issues with your battery after the iOS 14 update? (Photo: Shutterstock)Are you experiencing issues with your battery after the iOS 14 update? (Photo: Shutterstock)
Are you experiencing issues with your battery after the iOS 14 update? (Photo: Shutterstock)

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New operating systems and updates can sometimes be affected by unwanted glitches, and it appears that the new iOS 14 update for iPhones is no exception.

On social media, iPhone users expressed their frustration that the newest update appeared to totally drain their battery.

One person wrote, “iOS 14 literally killed my battery.”

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Another tweeted, “My battery has worsened ever since I updated to iOS 14.”

“I find iOS 14 is killing my battery quick,” complained someone else.

Another warned, “If you haven’t done the iOS 14 update; DON’T DO IT. The battery drain is unbelievable. From 90% to 3% in one hour.”

Other iOS 14 issues

It appears battery loss isn’t the only issue users are experiencing following the update.