I don’t think “a cycle” is up for redefining. I hope these terms are defined in the law.

But that supports my assumption that realistically the batteries don’t last 1000 cycles even when charged conservatively. The last 9% will go faster than the first 11%, the battery already has lower capacity and needs to be charged even more often.

On the other hand if I only get to 1000 cycles by charging up to 80% then I’m not getting 100% of the battery, am I?

Dieselgate was caught by some dudes with an emissions measuring device. It’s not that extreme to get a number of iPhone batteries, test them to 1000 cycles and see if statistically they still retain 80% capacity. If they don’t Apple could be looking at replacing everyone’s batteries.