My iPhone battery has died completely, and I was wanting to know if any old electronics store could replace the battery, or does it have to be Apple/Apple Authorized stores? This phone wasn't bought my me, but later gifted to me.
iPhone 6, iOS 11.4.1
Only Apple or an Apple authorized service provider have access to new iPhone batteries to replace them with.
Apple does not sell iPhone batteries, and there is no sales mechanism for non authorized repair shops to get access to OEM parts.
Any battery used by a non Authorized repair shop, would at best be salvaged from a different iPhone, a fake, or a 3rd party option that may not meet the standards required, and would have no guarantee of working very long.
If you want to retain your warranty, and be sure you are getting an authentic battery, only replace it at an Apple Store or Authorized service provider.
Currently Apple is charging $29usd, for battery replacement of out of warranty phones, or $0 for iPhones still in warranty. So its hard to imagine "any old electronics store" would have a better price.
Only Apple or an Apple authorized service provider have access to new iPhone batteries to replace them with.
Apple does not sell iPhone batteries, and there is no sales mechanism for non authorized repair shops to get access to OEM parts.
Any battery used by a non Authorized repair shop, would at best be salvaged from a different iPhone, a fake, or a 3rd party option that may not meet the standards required, and would have no guarantee of working very long.
If you want to retain your warranty, and be sure you are getting an authentic battery, only replace it at an Apple Store or Authorized service provider.
Currently Apple is charging $29usd, for battery replacement of out of warranty phones, or $0 for iPhones still in warranty. So its hard to imagine "any old electronics store" would have a better price.
Hi!
For the warranty not to be voided by the technician, it needs to be repaired by either Apple or one of its AASP. If you make the appointment through Apple's website, it will be guaranteed that the warranty will not be voided. Please make an appointment for the repair through this link: Repair - Official Apple Support
Hope this helps,
Richard
Even if your phone is out of warranty, Apple and their AASPs provide a minimum 90 day warranty in all work and parts. Many third party shops offer no warranty on either parts or labor.
Do only Apple or Apple Authorized Stores replace iphone batteries?
