Christopher Salazar Posted December 29, 2017 Report Share Posted December 29, 2017 After an outcry from iPhone users that Apple is slowing down older iPhones to prolong battery life, the Verge is reporting: Apple says that batteries are “consumable components,” and is offering anyone with an iPhone 6 or later a battery replacement for $29 starting in late January through December 2018 — a discount of $50 from the usual replacement cost. Apple’s also promising to add features to iOS that provide more information about the battery health in early 2018, so that users are aware of when their batteries are no longer capable of supporting maximum phone performance. Visit Apple’s website for more info: https://www.apple.com/iphone-battery-and-performance/ This would be a great way to extend the useable life of older devices still in workflows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek H Posted December 29, 2017 Report Share Posted December 29, 2017 Good. Maybe also time to move beyond the rediculous business model of selling us all a new phone (computer) every two years or less. No reason you shouldn't be able to get four or five years of use out of these things unless you physically trash it somehow . For 90% of users they’re just email/Facebook checkers and YouTube streamers. Pretty sure the phone I had five years ago did those things just fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Miramontes Posted February 23, 2018 Report Share Posted February 23, 2018 For the past 3 weeks now my iPhone has been disconnecting 90% of all calls I make or receive. Anyone else experiencing this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPSharman Posted February 24, 2018 Report Share Posted February 24, 2018 On 2/23/2018 at 7:07 AM, Michael Miramontes said: For the past 3 weeks now my iPhone has been disconnecting 90% of all calls I make or receive. Anyone else experiencing this? Hang on. You want to make phone calls with your iPhone? There's your problem right there. Don't let the product name fool you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Feeley Posted February 25, 2018 Report Share Posted February 25, 2018 On 2/23/2018 at 7:07 AM, Michael Miramontes said: For the past 3 weeks now my iPhone has been disconnecting 90% of all calls I make or receive. Anyone else experiencing this? Nope working as well (ie- pretty good, not perfect) as before. Provider: Verizon Wireless. Location: Mostly San Francisco Bay Area. Same with my wife's phone. And not hearing complaints from friends and colleagues (though I haven't asked). Any idea what's up in LA (or wherever you're trying to conduct calls)? Think it's your phone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Miramontes Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 yeah, I'm sure it's my phone. It happens everywhere I'm at. A friend of mine is having the same issue. I called Verizon and they're supposedly going to fix it within 48 hours. I think it's Apple forcing me to upgrade or some other voodoo at work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazajamsonic Posted May 3, 2019 Report Share Posted May 3, 2019 iPhone 6 user for 4-5 years, been dealing with an iOS update that has severely crippled my GPS performance. Currently at V12.2. Waze says no gps... Google Maps seems to function almost as normal, but acts very sketchy - resets my position/route often. Have tried many recommended GPS reset techniques but no real reliable improvement. Perhaps related to /the root of the problem, I have noticed apps and safari pages reloading more and more often, like the cache/memory is too taxed. Maybe it’s thanks in part to all the hours I’ve left the phone on with Wingman open while recording! Battery health is shot to shit so now I gotta weigh out buying just a new battery orrr a whole new phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVPostSound Posted September 29, 2019 Report Share Posted September 29, 2019 If you call Apple tech support, and moan enough, they will give you a $29 battery to this day, and a case number for reference at the Apple store. Just had my wife SE battery replaced for $29!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Brockett Posted December 10, 2019 Report Share Posted December 10, 2019 FWIW, I replaced the battery on my son's iPhone 6S last week, Amazon battery kit was around $20.00. I wanted to do it as a challenge just to see if I could do it. Thank goodness for YouTube! I have to say, it wasn't easy, besides prying open the case and making sure to not bend or break any of the screen or battery/power supply ribbon cables, there are five screws I had to remove that are the smallest screws I've ever seen in my life, they were almost the size of a flea. Most of them were different length too and if you accidentally insert the wrong length screw into the wrong hole, you short out the phone so if you are ever going to try this, you had better be REALLY organized. Had on my strongest reading glasses and my Petzl hiking LED headlamp and it was still hard to see some of the screws and holes. Prognosis for the patient is very good, phones been running great for the past week and holds a ridiculously long charge. Apple purposefully engineers this to be a pain in the ass so you are forced to use them and be without your phone for probably 1-2 weeks. Glad I tried it but defnitely not for the clumsy, heavy handed or faint of heart. Most repair websites rate it a 4 out of 5 stars for repair difficulty. What you are doing isn't that difficult but the minute size and tensions of the screws into the boards, etc. makes it a very delicate job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mono Posted November 18, 2021 Report Share Posted November 18, 2021 November 17, 2021 PRESS RELEASE Apple announces Self Service Repair Apple parts, tools, and manuals — starting with iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 — available to individual consumers CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today announced Self Service Repair, which will allow customers who are comfortable with completing their own repairs access to Apple genuine parts and tools. Available first for the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 lineups, and soon to be followed by Mac computers featuring M1 chips, Self Service Repair will be available early next year in the US and expand to additional countries throughout 2022. Customers join more than 5,000 Apple Authorized Service Providers (AASPs) and 2,800 Independent Repair Providers who have access to these parts, tools, and manuals. The initial phase of the program will focus on the most commonly serviced modules, such as the iPhone display, battery, and camera. The ability for additional repairs will be available later next year. “Creating greater access to Apple genuine parts gives our customers even more choice if a repair is needed,” said Jeff Williams, Apple’s chief operating officer. “In the past three years, Apple has nearly doubled the number of service locations with access to Apple genuine parts, tools, and training, and now we’re providing an option for those who wish to complete their own repairs.” Apple builds durable products designed to endure the rigors of everyday use. When an Apple product requires repair, it can be serviced by trained technicians using Apple genuine parts at thousands of locations, including Apple (in-store or by mail), AASPs, Independent Repair Providers, and now product owners who are capable of performing repairs themselves. Self Service Repair To ensure a customer can safely perform a repair, it’s important they first review the Repair Manual. Then a customer will place an order for the Apple genuine parts and tools using the Apple Self Service Repair Online Store. Following the repair, customers who return their used part for recycling will receive credit toward their purchase. The new store will offer more than 200 individual parts and tools, enabling customers to complete the most common repairs on iPhone 12 and iPhone 13. Self Service Repair is intended for individual technicians with the knowledge and experience to repair electronic devices. For the vast majority of customers, visiting a professional repair provider with certified technicians who use genuine Apple parts is the safest and most reliable way to get a repair. Expanded Access to Apple Repairs In the past three years, Apple has nearly doubled the number of service locations with access to Apple genuine parts, tools, and training, including more than 2,800 Independent Repair Providers. The rapidly expanding Independent Repair Provider program originally launched in the US in 2019 and has since grown to more than 200 countries, enabling independent repair shops to access the same training, parts, and tools as other Apple Authorized Service Providers. In addition, Apple continues to offer convenient repair options for customers through its global network of over 5,000 AASPs that help millions of people with both in- and out-of-warranty service for all Apple products. By designing products for durability, longevity, and increased repairability, customers enjoy a long-lasting product that holds its value for years. Apple also offers years of software updates to introduce new features and functionality. About Apple (snip) https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2021/11/apple-announces-self-service-repair/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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