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Stop Closing iPhone Apps Now! Experts Reveal the Shocking Truth About Battery Life

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Saurav Gupta

Apple has warned iPhone users against frequently closing apps, as it can harm battery life and hinder performance. A post on Apple’s official Community page clarified that the common belief about closing background apps to save battery is a misconception.

Apps visible in the multitasking view are typically “suspended” and not actively running. This means they consume minimal resources and don’t drain battery life. Experts advise closing apps only if they are malfunctioning or using significant energy, which can be checked under Settings > Battery.

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An iPhone expert explained that force quitting apps can have the opposite effect on battery performance. Reloading an app from scratch requires more energy than resuming it from a suspended state. This also slows down the device, as reinitialising apps takes longer than restarting them from suspension.

Apple’s Senior Vice President of Software Engineering, Craig Federighi, further clarified the issue. He stated that apps only impact battery life when performing specific background operations, such as GPS navigation or playing music. In most cases, these operations stop once the app is no longer in use. Force quitting is only necessary when an app is unresponsive or stuck.

Tech experts at 9to5Mac reiterated that the habit of frequently closing apps offers no benefits. Instead, it can reduce the efficiency and longevity of the iPhone’s battery. They recommend leaving suspended apps untouched unless there is a specific issue.

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Overall, users are encouraged to avoid force quitting apps as part of routine phone use. This practice ensures better performance, smoother functionality, and longer battery life for their devices.

Saurav Gupta

With nearly six years of experience as a journalist, he has written extensively on developmental issues, policies, health, and government agency schemes across both print and digital platforms. He holds a BAJMC degree from IP University.

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