Apple’s latest iOS 26 update is facing criticism as users report a variety of problems. A primary concern among users is the noticeable battery drain experienced shortly after the update’s installation. Frustration over the issue is evident in numerous online discussions.
User complaints emerged soon after the new OS became available.
One user reported a battery drop from 100% to 79% within an hour. Others have noted a general decline in battery health since updating.
In addition to battery issues, users are also reporting bugs and lags in animations. Apple had previously warned that battery life and thermal performance could be temporarily affected.
On Reddit, many users are reporting that their phones are running hotter than normal after the update. One user pointed out that the phone had to index many items, which took a lot of time. Some users speculate that Apple may have anticipated the temperature increase, as the iPhone 17 models are equipped with vapor chamber cooling systems.
While Apple has addressed the effect of software updates on battery life in the past, the current level of post-update battery drain is unprecedented.