iOS 19 Might Bring the Battery Feature We’ve All Wanted

With iOS 19 just around the corner, one quietly rumored feature might end up being a game-changer: a charging time estimate right on the Lock Screen.

For nearly two decades, iPhone users have been left guessing how long a charge might take. Whether you’re topping off during the day or forgot to plug in overnight, it’s been a blind spot in iOS. But that could finally change.

Leaks suggest iOS 19 will display estimated charging time directly on the Lock Screen—either as a Live Activity, widget, or new UI element. It’s a small addition, but a meaningful one. For those of us who rely on our iPhones constantly, knowing how long it’ll take to get back to full power is a welcome upgrade.

Between this and the expected design overhaul and Siri improvements, iOS 19 is shaping up to be one of the most polished and practical updates in years.