With the fifth beta of iOS 16, Apple updated the battery icon on iPhones with Face ID to show the specific battery percentage rather than just a visual representation of the battery level. The new battery indicator is available on iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models, except for the 5.4-inch iPhone 12/13 mini. Also available on iPhone X and iPhone XS.
Battery percentage was not present on iPhones that have Face ID due to the lack of space on either side of the notch that houses the TrueDepth camera hardware. The new design adds the specific battery level to the battery icon, providing a better idea of the battery status at a glance.
In iOS 15 and earlier versions of iOS, the battery icon shows a visual battery level, but does not provide a specific percentage. To get this information, iPhone users need to swipe down in the Control Center or swipe to the central Today view to see the battery widget.
The battery icon changes colors depending on the battery status and the wallpaper color of the iPhone. When charging, for example, the battery icon is green and shows a charging indicator.
Battery percentage can be turned on and off in the Settings app in the Battery section. The battery percentage feature appears to be available on most iPhones that have a notch, but it doesn’t appear to be an option on the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 11, or iPhone XR, possibly due to space constraints.
iOS 16 beta 5 is available to developers right now, and Apple will release a public beta in the near future.
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