Apple released iOS 26.1 on Monday, and the update adds several new settings to your iPhoneas another way to configure Liquid glass on your device. If you downloaded the update and noticed that your device's battery is draining faster than usual, Apple has written online that this is normal and, most importantly, temporary.
Some people notice their battery for iphone drains quickly after downloading the update, and Apple issued a statement in September saying it was nothing to worry about.
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“This is normal because your device takes time to complete the setup process in the background, including indexing data and files for search, downloading new resources, and updating apps,” Apple wrote on the support page. “Immediately after completing an update, especially a major release, you may notice a temporary impact on battery life and thermal performance.”
But using your iPhone for personal purposes can drain your battery. Apple said some features may require more resources to operate, so depending on how often you use your iPhone, you may “notice a slight impact on performance and/or battery life.”
So, while your device may experience some extra battery drain initially, this should become a temporary issue once you download iOS 26.1. If you find yourself using your iPhone more often after downloading iOS 26.1, this could also be contributing to your battery drain.
For more iOS news, here's what you need to know iOS 26.1 And my review of iOS 26. You can also check out our iOS 26 cheat sheet other tips and tricks.
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