The iPhone hack for boosting battery life

A TikTok user, Marcus Obeada, claims to have discovered an iPhone setting tweak that significantly extends battery life. His finding, aimed at iPhone users frustrated by decreasing battery longevity, involves adjusting the 'Reduce White Point' setting, which diminishes screen brightness.

The steps include navigating to 'Settings', selecting 'Accessibility', then 'Display & Text Size', and finally toggling 'Reduce White Point'. This feature reduces bright colors' intensity on the screen, with a slider to adjust the effect's strength.

While Obeada suggests maximizing this setting and minimizing screen brightness for the best results, this may lead to a dimmer screen that's harder to read. The hack is particularly beneficial at night, helping eyes adjust to darkness and reducing screen vibrancy for those who prefer less brightness.

Reactions on social media varied, with some users praising the tip, while others questioned its effectiveness. Critics pointed out that the adjustment affects color intensity rather than brightness, potentially having a minimal impact on battery life.

In related news, Apple faces a UK lawsuit over alleged battery issues in several iPhone models, including the iPhone 6 and 7 series. Consumer advocate Justin Gutmann has initiated a class action lawsuit, accusing Apple of 'throttling' devices without users' knowledge and seeking compensation for around 24 million people.