iPhone 16, Samsung Galaxy S24 could use Stacked Battery tech: What is it and why you should care

While it may seem too early to talk about next year's flagships - Samsung Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 - the new tech that these 5G phones could bring is worth looking at. Smartphones have evolved with time and you now get the best experience in most price segments, starting at Rs 25,000. But, one of the biggest things that companies still need to address is the battery life issue. There was a time when feature phones used to offer up to two days of battery life, but now you hardly get a day's battery with average usage because of the high-end features smartphones offer.

OEMs are still figuring out a way to fix this issue because smartphones have become an essential part of everyone's life and longer battery life would help people in a big way. While fast chargers have made life easier, using a phone for days still remains a distant dream.

Well, companies like Samsung and Apple are reportedly planning to Stacked Battery technology, which is borrowed from the EV industry. This tech will help companies include a longer battery in their smartphones and make space for more components. We could also get to see slimmer phones, which will be easier for one-hand usage. This tech could be used by iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, as per reports.

To recall, the Galaxy S23 Ultra offered a 5,000mAh battery under the hood and Samsung phones are already well-optimized in terms of battery life, despite the UI being too heavy. So, the use of this tech would allow companies to offer larger batteries. Samsung's Galaxy S24 series is expected to arrive early next year and Apple will likely announce its iPhone 16 series by the end of 2024.

But, what exactly is Stacked Battery technology and what are its major benefits? let's find out.

Stacked Battery technology: What is it?

As the name suggests, stacked battery technology involves vertically stacking multiple battery layers on top of each other. Each layer consists of battery cells that are interconnected in a three-dimensional arrangement. This is different from dual cell battery tech that we see on some phones. This one involves using two separate battery cells within a smartphone, typically arranged side by side. Each cell operates independently but works in tandem to provide power to the device.

What are the benefits of Stacked Battery tech?

Helps fit in longer battery, slimmer phone design: Stacked batteries allow for more energy storage in a smaller space, potentially leading to longer battery life or slimmer devices.

More space for other components: Stacked designs efficiently use internal space, accommodating larger batteries without significantly altering the device's dimensions.

Improved heat and thermal management: The vertical arrangement of stacked cells can reportedly contribute to more effective heat dissipation and thermal management. It is important to keep in mind that managing heat generated during charging and discharging is crucial for battery performance, longevity, and safety.