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iPhone 18 Pro Battery: Tiny Boost, Big Price Hike
19 Sep
Summary
- iPhone 18 Pro battery sees a mere 1% capacity increase.
- European iPhone 18 Pro models feature different battery specs.
- Battery repair costs for iPhone 18 Pro have risen by $10.
The battery capacity for the iPhone 18 Pro has been revealed, showing a minimal 1% increase for North American models, reaching 4,288mAh. This upgrade provides an additional hour of video playback, bringing the total to 16 hours and 17 minutes, aided by the more efficient A20 chip.
Significant differences are noted for European versions, with listings indicating a 4,056mAh battery for the iPhone 18 Pro and 5,391mAh for the Pro Max. These models may also retain physical SIM card slots, distinguishing them from eSIM-only configurations.
Repairing the iPhone 18 Pro's battery now costs $129, a $10 increase from the previous generation. This price adjustment reflects a trend of increased costs for newer iPhone models, making AppleCare+ a more attractive option for device protection.
