iPhone Battery

[njharris97]

Hi,

As I have purchased my iPhone 6, I was going to use my old iPhone 5 for access to 'hey Siri' in one room. This would mean that the iPhone will be plugged into power 24/7.

My question is will this damage the battery for long term. Eg if I decide to sell the iPhone later will the battery be dead?

Thanks in advance.

 

[maflynn]

Yes, keeping a phone,computer or other device plugged in 24x7x365 will certainly degrade the battery's life expectancy.

I think your best bet imo, is to sell it now, rather then later, just because the valuation is only going to decrease anyways, i.e., get what can now.

 

[IpadSC400]

Yes...bad for the battery in the long run. Then again, it takes 5 minutes and 5 bucks to replace the iPhone 5 battery so whatever floats your boat, I suppose.