For Apple users, there is usually a lot of concern about the battery life of the new iPhone.
Since battery technology has not ushered in significant breakthroughs in recent years, directly improving the battery capacity of mobile phones has undoubtedly become the main product iteration method for mobile phone manufacturers.
According to previous leaks, the battery capacity of most models of the iPhone 16 series this year will be significantly improved.
And over time, multiple sources have revealed that Apple is testing a number of battery technologies to provide better battery life for the iPhone.
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Recently, the exposure of two Apple technology patents has once again confirmed some news.
According to foreign media AppleInsider, the U.S. Trademark and Patent Office recently officially approved and publicized two Apple technology patents.
The first is a patent called "battery cell with right-angled tabs", which was first filed by Apple in September 2021.
In this patent, Apple describes a technology that can significantly increase the battery capacity without increasing the size of the battery, thereby extending the life of the device.
To put it simply, this technology can improve the resistance of the battery and further improve the operating efficiency of the battery by adjusting the installation layout of the battery separator and coupling components.
If this technology is used, it could mean that the new iPhone will have more space inside and better battery life.
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Combined with previous revelations, Apple is expected to try the stacked battery design for the first time in the iPhone 16 series, which is also a way to reduce space occupation and expand battery capacity.
It is worth mentioning that in Apple's updated technical documentation some time ago, Apple highlighted the adoption of a more durable battery for iPhone 15 series models.
Compared to older models, the iPhone 15 series retains 80 percent battery health after 1,000 battery cycles.
This means that Apple is paying more attention to the battery life of the iPhone, and it is expected to be one of the main upgrade directions for the new iPhone in the next few years.
In addition to this, Apple may also be testing a removable battery design.
Apple's recently disclosed technology patent for a technology called "Charging Systems and Mobile/Accessory Devices" demonstrates modular removable battery technology.
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The patent describes a removable modular battery that can simultaneously meet the power needs of Mac, iPhone, and Magic Keyboard/Mouse.
Among them, Apple divides the battery into different specifications according to A, B, C, D, and is used for different devices.
For early mobile phone users, the removable battery was a welcome design.
When the mobile phone battery is depleted, users can directly replace it with a new battery, which solves the problem of battery life anxiety to a certain extent.
At the same time, there is also a universal charger, which can directly supply power to the battery by bypassing the charging interface, which is also the memory of a generation.
Combined with the relevant regulations adopted by the European Council, the promotion plan for the design of removable batteries for mobile phones is already ongoing.
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There is still a considerable period of time before 2027, when the bill comes into effect, and there is still time for major mobile phone manufacturers to make adjustments.
As for whether the final disassembly battery design will return, let's wait and see.
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