iPhones With Third-Party Batteries Now Eligible for Official Apple Repairs

If you got a battery replacement from a repair shop, it’s now eligible for official Apple repairs at Genius Bars and Apple Authorized Service Providers (via iGeneration).

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Official Apple Repairs

Previously, Apple Store Genius Bars and Apple Authorized Service Providers were told to deny repairs for third-party batteries. Now, if the repair isn’t related to the battery your iPhone can get official Apple repairs.

When a repair happens the battery needs to be drained to less than 60% charge. If the battery tabs are broken or missing, or there is too much adhesive, Genius Bars and Apple Authorized Service Providers may replace the whole iPhone for only the cost of a battery replacement. This is at their discretion and isn’t guaranteed.

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