Use Adaptive Power to extend the battery life of your iPhone
Adaptive Power helps extend the battery life of your iPhone when you use it more. It works automatically in the background, so you don't have to manage it. Adaptive Power uses on-device intelligence to predict when you'll need extra battery life based on your recent usage patterns. Then, it adjusts as needed to help your battery last longer that day.* Adaptive Power doesn't manage performance while you use features that require maximum performance, such as when using camera or playing games with Game Mode on.
Adaptive Power is on by default on these models:
iPhone Duo
iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone Air
iPhone 17
iPhone 17e
Adaptive Power is off by default on these models:
iPhone 16
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16e
iPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
When turned on, Adaptive Power can:
Make performance adjustments
Lower screen brightness by a small amount
Limit background activity
Turn on Low Power Mode when your battery reaches 20 percent
Turn Adaptive Power on or off
Go to Settings.
Tap Battery.
Tap Power Mode.
Turn Adaptive Power on or off.
Get notified when Adaptive Power turns on during the day
You’re notified the first time Adaptive Power turns on. After that, you’re notified only on days when your battery is draining faster than usual. To turn notifications on or off:
Go to Settings.
Tap Battery.
Tap Power Mode.
Turn Adaptive Power Notifications on or off.
If you turn off notifications, Adaptive Power continues to help extend your battery life.
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* Adaptive Power needs at least 7 days to learn your charging habits, so it won't engage before then.