Apple has always been unique and one thing people have been expecting about the company is that it is likely working on a new battery for its products. Newly released reports reveal that Apple has been planning something big in the battery technology department and we may see this newly developed battery in Apple devices from as soon as 2025.
A Battery Revolution in the Making?
It is also important to note that in the recent past, Apple has been sourcing more of its device components locally. Everything from chip designs to developing its own software, underline Apple’s aim for centralized control of the devices it produces. Well, it seemed that batteries were just going to join that list.
The new battery had been under development by Apple since the year 2018 and as awareness of their plans, they have been hiring experts in the respective field and applying for patents that relate to the battery. Maybe the company has been waiting patiently to get this battery just right before making the big reveal.
The peculiarities of this battery are the following:
Well, what sets this new battery apart from any other battery? Well to start with it is not just a run for the mill battery made of the regular fluff. The report on Apple’s planned strategy is to combine nickel, cobalt, manganese and aluminum to significantly increase the performance to another level. Imagine it as a superhero team of materials fighting to extend the life of your battery and reduce the charging time.
But Apple isn’t stopping there. Starting from the latest iPhone 12 and other devices, the traditional headphone port is removed and is replaced with the USB Type C port to make it more efficient when being used for charging. They also investigate the silicon in respect to the application in the cathode and this may generate more high performance. Silicon has been a very challenging material to use because it is known to crystallize during charging and discharging, but as we know Apple never backs down from a challenge. Perhaps, the next time, they will find the recipe that reveals a battery that can be charged without getting too hot.
Carbon Nanotubes to the Rescue
Apple is also keen on using another material known as carbon nanotubes to enhance the conductivity of the battery. If you are having difficulty in understanding the concept behind that statement, you do not need to worry; it is an inflated way of saying that the battery will work optimally with less of improved material. This could mean faster charging times, which clearly, every user of these devices will be more than happy hear, especially those who have had to wait long durations for their devices to full charge.
Why Now?
You might be wondering, why is Apple suddenly so obsessed with battery technology? Hmm, that might be one of the reasons- the Apple Vision Pro headset having just been released quite recently. For $3,500, one would surely expect a high level of performance, which is a disappointment of 2 to 2. It also has a battery life of around 5 hours. Apple understands that batteries can be a problem not only for the Vision Pro but for all of their devices.
Catch a Glimpse of the Future
If the rumors are accurate, then the new battery could begin appearing in Apple devices as soon as the following year, 2025. Think about the iPhone 17 which has improved battery charging time, higher battery endurance, and overall efficiency. It is the kind of innovation which can help Apple to become even more unique within a highly competitive environment of hi-tech industry.
Of course, Apple isn’t the only company working on better batteries, and some of these efforts are already coming to fruition. Other brands such as OnePlus and Realme have also been working on battery technology as well, though. OnePlus has recently released a “Glacier” battery at 6,100 mAh, while Realme is experimenting with super fast charging that can charge the phone in 5 minutes.
Final Thoughts
While we still don’t know all the details, one thing is for sure: Apple is determined to achieve a new kind of battery. The goal is simple for them and can potentially be implemented in all devices from Apple – faster charging, better battery life and improved performance.
