iPhone 6s battery failure explained by Apple!

Recently, Apple’s iPhone 6s has been back in the spotlight again. However, this time it was not a positive note: quite a few iPhones have been diagnosed as having defective batteries. Because of the iPhone 6s battery failure, these devices would shut down automatically even if the battery life is still left. The devices would then need to be plugged in to use normally. Apple, having been notified of the problem, identified the issue (the batteries), and offered an exchange program. Now, the company has given the explanation as to why these batteries are acting up.

Apple has identified that the problems were with the iPhone 6s devices that were manufactured between September and October 2015. The issue here is that, those devices have a battery component that were exposed to controlled ambient air for longer than normal, before being assembled into the whole battery. This caused the battery to degrade faster, and lead to unexpected shutdowns. However, Apple stressed that this will not cause any safety concerns for customers.

Apple further explained that the shutting is not because of the battery, but due to a special mechanics of the iPhone to shut down under certain conditions. In other words, the shutdowns are intentional, to protect your device. The iPhone 6s is working properly, only the battery doesn’t. This is different from the case of Galaxy Note 7, where the battery didn’t work, and but the device did not shut down and ignite instead, causing explosions. Apple stated again that the shutdowns are just minor inconveniences, and that customers can exchange the battery if they are eligible.

iPhone 6s battery failure: Not a big deal!

So, if your iPhone 6s has been shutting down a lot lately, you don’t have to worry, it’s not dangerous. However, you should check if your phone is assembled between September and October 2015. If yes, you are eligible for free battery exchange. Just come down to any Apple retail store to ask.