How to fix power drain on iPhone 14 after iOS 26.1 update?

Does anyone know how to resolve the power drain on my iPhone 14 after upgrading last night the iOS to 26.1?




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Original Title: Help with power drain

iPhone 14, iOS 26

Posted on Dec 9, 2025 6:32 AM

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Posted on Dec 9, 2025 7:07 AM

After upgrading last night, your phone is still performing background indexing of files and object detection algorithms on your photos where Apple says you should expect battery drain, lag, and the device will be warmer than usual until it finishes. Give it 3-5 days to complete and leave it on the charger all night, every night.

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Dec 9, 2025 7:07 AM in response to Mortymon

After upgrading last night, your phone is still performing background indexing of files and object detection algorithms on your photos where Apple says you should expect battery drain, lag, and the device will be warmer than usual until it finishes. Give it 3-5 days to complete and leave it on the charger all night, every night.

About Apple software updates - Apple Support


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