Battery problems with Windows 8.1?

I read on this forum that some have had battery problems with windows 8.1. Is that the issue for all or just some people? Need to know before updating from 8 to 8.1.

Hi FBSK,
Welcome to Lenovo Community!
I’m glad to inform you that the issue will not occur if exact upgrading procedure is followed, Below are the links with steps and information to upgrade the OS (Operating System):
Windows 8.1 - Update consideration & Resources
Update to Windows 8.1 from Windows 8
Do post us back for further queries.
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Shiva Kumar
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