iOS 26 Vs iOS 18: Here's How Fast Liquid Glass Drains Battery

Comparing iOS 26 and iOS 18, this article explores how Apple's new Liquid Glass interface affects iPhone battery life and what users can do to mitigate the impact.

The release of iOS 26 has brought Apple’s new “Liquid Glass” user interface to millions of iPhones, introducing a design rich with transparency, animations, and fluid motion. While visually striking, the new interface has been met with mixed reactions. Beyond subjective opinions on aesthetics, a more pressing concern has emerged: battery life. Early tests and user reports suggest that the resource-intensive nature of Liquid Glass may be causing significant battery drain compared to its predecessor, iOS 18.

This article delves into the evidence suggesting a link between iOS 26’s Liquid Glass interface and reduced battery performance. We will analyze test results, explore Apple's official statements on the matter, and provide actionable recommendations for users looking to manage their iPhone's battery life in this new visual environment.

The Evidence: Testing Liquid Glass's Impact

To quantify the impact of Liquid Glass on battery life, the YouTube channel In Depth Tech Reviews conducted a…