I am one of those who defend that an iPhone should last the maximum number of years possible, which depending on our needs can be three, five or even more. The longer this lasts, the more we will take care of our economies and the environment. But if we set ourselves the goal of maximizing the lifespan of an iPhone, We will probably have to change the battery at least once.. Even if it’s a brand new iPhone 15 Pro.
This process may be unknown to many, but the reality is that it is a simple procedure that can result in savings in the long run. We will see What to keep in mind before doing this battery change on an iPhone.
How to take care of your iPhone battery health
Whether or not you change your iPhone battery, remember that you have several recommended habits to maximize its lifespan:
- Although fast charging saves our lives at many times, try using a “slow” charger. Force less battery with them.
- Ideally, you can charge the iPhone battery from 20% to 80%, as the extremes tend to tax the battery the most.
- Use iOS 17 features like Optimized Charging, which maintains an 80% charge level while you sleep and only reaches 100% before you wake up. If you own an iPhone 15, you can also limit this fee to strictly 80%.
- To use certified cables and chargers. Using the cheapest ones can have consequences.
And best of all, there is no need to worry about the battery. You can try to take care of it with these tips, but it is not necessary for your daily schedule to change to optimize it. The battery will deteriorate sooner or later, so you won’t avoid anything by making great efforts.
When to change an iPhone battery
First and most important: It is best to carry out this change in an authorized service. This is an Apple Store, Apple Premium Reseller, or Apple Center. Only consider changing the iPhone battery with an unauthorized service when your iPhone has been classified as obsolete, as doing so with a newer model (even if it is no longer under warranty) may close the door to any other official support you need from Apple. You can try to do it yourself at home… but we have already seen that the financial effort is almost the same and that you have to use delicate instruments.
Which iPhone models are obsolete? As of January 2024, this is the iPhone 5C and all previous generations. Some authorized centers, depending on the availability of replacement batteries, may also give you problems with the iPhone 6. You can consult the list of vintage and obsolete Apple products at any time on their support site.
Second, changing an iPhone battery won’t mean a drastic improvement. It’s not uncommon that its total battery life isn’t shortened as much as you’d think, the system just says it runs out faster in certain percentages and then slows down due to deterioration. The main thing you will notice is that this battery charge indicator will be more homogeneous.
This brings me to the third point, namely check if you really need to change iPhone battery. In Settings > Battery > Battery health and charging you have the percentage of maximum capacity and performance capacity. If this performance capacity is maximum, changing the battery is not strictly necessary. If you are told that performance is subpar due to battery deterioration, then a change is advised.
Steps before changing an iPhone battery
If you have decided to change the battery, it is important that you first meet the following conditions:
- You must have a correctly configured Apple ID on your iPhone.
- Remember the password for this Apple ID carefullyas well as the SIM card PIN and any other locks you have on the phone (like screen time).
- The iPhone should have all its data backed up to iCloud or to a Mac.
- Before going to the repair center, you need to turn off the Find My feature on your iPhone. This is a security protocol that Apple or its authorized technicians will always ask you to do.
Keep in mind that if your iPhone has any additional defects or faults (like a cracked screen or non-working camera), Apple will also ask you to repair it. The company or its technicians They will never deliver an iPhone with pending repairs
Another important thing, changing the battery is not included in the iPhone warranty, unless it has suffered an impact that suddenly damaged it and you have special AppleCare+ coverage. And even then, you will still have to pay part of the cost of the repair.
How to make an appointment for an iPhone battery change
Changing the battery of an iPhone by a technician can last more or less hours depending on the model you have and the workload that he has in the establishment at that time, but so that you do not remain without phone only a few hours, Apple has established a timetable reservation system via the Support app. Make sure you have it installed and connected to your Apple ID and follow these steps:
- In the “My Devices” section, select your iPhone.
- Click on “repairs and physical damage”
- Click on “Battery Service”:
From there, after following a few simple instructions, you will be able to access a list of authorized establishments in which you can choose a day and time to change the battery.
It is possible, but unlikely, that you can go directly to an Apple Authorized Service Center and request a battery change without an appointment. If they are not very busy with their job, they may agree to change. on the site
What to expect when you show up for your appointment
Once you arrive at the store or technical service on the agreed day and time, they will ask you to deactivate certain services on your iPhone before disassembling it. You will be without a phone for a few hours, so inform your family, friends and colleagues in advance that you will not be reachable. You can take this opportunity to remember (or discover) what life was like before 2008. disclose: It wasn’t bad at all without all the distractions today.
Once the repair is complete, the terminal will be returned to you. The bill, depending on the model, will range between 60 and 120 dollars (older models are easier to repair). It may seem like a lot of money, but a new battery for your iPhone can extend its life by two or three more years. Before you opt for a new iPhone that can cost you more than $1,000, think about it.
The most difficult option: changing the battery yourself
There is another option kaffirreserved only for the most daring: Apple offers you a service with which you receive the necessary tools and the replacement battery so that do the repair yourself. You can check it on this website.
This is no joke, because the repair kit you receive at home consists of two huge suitcases that involve a rental that exceeds 50 dollars for seven days and the payment of a deposit of 1,250 dollars. You will need to learn how to use all the devices in this kit, and we recommend that you make a good effort to take the iPhone apart without losing its mini screws. A real challenge, but we can pride ourselves on not depending on any technician.
Whichever method you choose, you will ultimately get your regular iPhone with a renewed battery that will recover the original battery life of the phone. This is especially noticeable at the battery indicator, which behaves more uniformly and stops suddenly draining in certain situations. You’ll be able to keep your iPhone for several years, ultimately saving you money.
One last detail: when you receive the iPhone with the changed battery, don’t forget to activate the Search option again in its Settings. It is essential if you want to be able to locate the iPhone in the event of loss or theft.
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