So, I've noticed my phone battery is draining way faster than usual. It used to last me through the whole day without needing a charge, but now I'm lucky if it makes it to dinner. I haven't downloaded any new apps or changed my usage habits. I tried switching off background app refresh and turning down the brightness, but it hasn't helped much. Has anyone else noticed their phones doing this lately? Could it be something to do with the latest software update? I’m using an iPhone 12, if that helps. Would love to hear if anyone has tips or tricks to extend battery life or if it might be time to look at a new battery. 🤔

Oh, that's frustrating! I've had similar issues with my iPhone in the past. Sometimes, a software update can cause temporary battery drain as the system re-indexes or updates apps in the background. It might stabilize after a few days. Meanwhile, you could try checking if any apps are using more battery than usual by going to Settings > Battery. If you spot anything unusual, consider updating or reinstalling those apps.

If the problem persists, it might be worth resetting your settings (Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings) as a last resort. This won't delete your data, but it will reset system settings. If nothing works, visiting an Apple Store to check your battery health might be a good idea. Sometimes, a battery replacement is the most effective solution. Good luck! 🍀