14 DAY TRIAL // It’s not necessarily a secret that iPhone repairs are pretty expensive, and starting this week, they are even more expensive.
This is because Apple has increased battery replacing costs for out-of-warranty models.
As observed by CultOfMac, Apple now charges $89 for all iPhones that are no longer covered by warranty.
As such, if you want to replace the battery in an iPhone X or an iPhone 13, you’ll now be charged $89. Previously, the same servicing was available for just $69.
The $20 price increase isn’t necessarily surprising, especially because pretty much everything is becoming more expensive these days.
However, the rising prices for older iPhones could convince some owners to get a new phone rather than invest in the current model. If you own an iPhone 8, for example, replacing the battery at the Apple Store now costs $69. The same for an iPhone SE or older models.
On the other hand, if you already purchased the latest-generation iPhone and want to have its battery replaced, this thing is going to cost $99. Of course, the iPhone 14 should still be under warranty, so unless you tried to break the device open or did something to drop the warranty, the repair costs should be covered by Apple.
“We’ll inspect your product when we receive it and confirm the service charges. If your iPhone has any damage that impairs the replacement of the battery, such as a cracked screen, that issue will need to be resolved prior to the battery replacement. In some cases, there may be a cost associated with the repair,” Apple explains.
Needless to say, those with AppleCare+ get special prices, so for an iPhone 13 where the battery replacement costs $89, getting a new unit would be available for free.