By now, you should know that Apple admitted to slowing down performance on iPhones with older batteries. Looks like all the accusations and conspiracy theories about older iPhones slowing down were correct. Tons of people are pissed that this is true but the anger shouldn’t be directed towards Apple’s decision to slow down phones. The bigger issue is Apple’s lack of transparency. The overall decision to slow down performance for older batteries is actually a clever way to increase the longevity of older iPhones.
So what can you do now that you are armed with this information? The answer is simple. Go and replace your battery if it’s running slow and it is an iPhone 6 or later. Apple is releasing an iOS software update in early 2018 to give users more visibility into the health of their iPhone’s battery. The battery replacement should return your iPhone back to its top speed. If you have AppleCare+, your battery will be replaced with no charge. If you don’t, you’re in luck. Apple is running a significant discount on battery replacements dropping the normal price from $79 to $29. The discount is set to run for all of 2018.
There are two options to replace your battery. You can send it in for repair or go to your nearest Apple Store.
Send in for repair
Click here to get started online for a repair request. Apple will send a box to ship your iPhone. You’ll have your iPhone back to you in 3-5 business days.
Bring in for repair
You can get your battery replaced at your nearest Apple Store. Apple normally runs an iPhone battery test and will only replace your battery if it is less than 80% capacity. However, Apple will waive the test results and let you replace your battery for $29. Make sure to make an appointment before you go in. Click here to get to Apple’s support page to make an appointment. If possible, Apple will replace the battery during your visit. In certain circumstances, Apple will need extra days to get it fixed.
If your iPhone is older than a year, you should pull the trigger on a new battery regardless of performance. Lithium-ion batteries have a limited life-span so you might as well take advantage of this great deal because this opportunity won’t come again.