Instructions for viewing battery charging time on iOS 26

With the latest update to iOS 26, iPhones will now display the exact remaining charge time until the full charge indicator so users know. Apple calls this the estimated charge time feature and applies to both wired and wireless chargers. This feature appears directly on the lock screen when charging the battery. Here is a guide to see the battery charge time on iOS 26.

How to view battery charging time on iOS 26

As soon as you charge the battery, the charging time is always displayed on the screen. If the battery % is below 80%, you will see a live estimate of the time it will take to reach that level. As shown in the image, 9 minutes to charge to 80%.

Or you can go to Battery settings on iPhone to see the battery charge time. Tap Settings, select Battery and also see the remaining time until the battery reaches 80% and 100%.

Once the phone is unplugged, this screen will also show the last charge status and percentage.

This feature is especially useful for people who have to switch between different charging methods throughout the day. You'll know when your iPhone is using the slow 5W charger and when it's charging fast.

Kareem Winters

Update 13 June 2025