New battery technology for iPhone 15 series
Previous news and leaks had reported that the iPhone 15 Pro models will be slightly thicker than the current models. We’ve also seen mock-ups of the iPhone 15 Pro that look a little thicker. In addition, higher battery capacities have emerged for all new models. Now, the iPhone 15 series is reportedly coming with stacked battery technology.
2022 | 2023 |
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iPhone 14: 3,279mAh | iPhone 15: 3,877mAh |
iPhone 14 Plus: 4,325mAh | iPhone 15 Plus: 4,912mAh |
iPhone 14 Pro: 3,200mAh | iPhone 15 Pro: 3,650mAh |
iPhone 14 Pro Max: 4,323mAh | iPhone 15 Pro Max: 4,852mAh |
The stacked battery technology in the iPhone 15 series will offer improved performance and will also contribute to battery life. This technology is the same technology that powers electric vehicles. Thanks to the stacked battery technology, the cells are less prone to swelling over time, increasing the overall lifespan of the device. In addition, the stacked battery technology is more resistant to shocks from charging and discharging.
However, stacked battery production is more difficult compared to current conventional production. A manufacturing technique called lamination is required, which folds elements in layers as opposed to rolling them. If the claim is true, this technology could negatively add cost to the iPhone 15 series, with a host of benefits such as faster charging, higher capacities and significantly extended battery life.