I changed these 11 iPhone settings and improved its battery life dramatically

Kerry Wan/ZDNET With the way we use our iPhones these days, it can be hard to make it through a single day on a full charge. A few FaceTime calls, some text messaging, and opening Maps a few times, and you could already be 25% down. If you've experienced this problem, you're not alone. These phones can be very power-hungry -- even the more affordable iPhone SE 4 has battery issues. The problem is made worse by all the different apps, features, and settings vying for battery life. And the kicker is there's a chance you don't even use some of these functions. Also: Apple launches $599 iPhone 16e: Best features, specs, and everything else to know Luckily, there are a handful of settings you can tweak to maximize your iPhone's battery life, and these changes don't have to mean losing out on your favorite features. Whether you're rocking the iPhone 16 Pro Max or a version from a few years ago, you've got options. Here are the 11 best ways to improve your iPhone's battery life. 1. Turn ... Read full article.