Apple Abandons iPhone Battery Packs After Years of Design Disasters

Apple's departure from making battery packs for its iPhones is puzzling to many. A closer look at the company's past efforts in this area reveals a pattern of mistakes and compromises.

The Smart Battery Case, launched in 2015, was met with criticism for its boxy design and limited functionality. Apple attempted to revive it with newer models, but these also suffered from issues such as poor charging performance.

Another high-profile failure was the AirPower wireless charging mat, which was meant to charge up to three devices simultaneously but was ultimately canceled due to thermal design obstacles.

Despite the existence of third-party battery packs, including those from Anker and Belkin, Apple has not explained why it discontinued its own line. Some speculate that the company's focus on 'intuitive' design may have led to a clash with practical engineering and business considerations.