iphone 7 plus battery life
After admitting that it was purposefully throttling some older iPhones in order to conserve battery life, Apple has announced a new program that offers replacement batteries to all customers that may be affected. Here's everything you need to know about it. 50 refund to customers who replaced their battery last year.

Is my iPhone part of the battery replacement program, If you have an iPhone 6 or later you are eligible to receive a battery as part of the program. I have an iPhone 5s. Am I out of luck, It seems that you are. But you have nothing to lose by heading to your local Apple Store and talking to one of Apple's Genius repair technicians. How much does a new iPhone battery cost, 79 out-of-warranty price for replacing the battery. How long does the battery replacement program last,

The battery replacement program also includes the iPhone SE. Apple will replace your battery for free. How do I initiate a battery repair, Head over to Apple's support page, choose iPhone, then Battery, Power & Charging, and select the problem you are having. From there you can choose to chat online or over the phone, or schedule an appointment to bring it into an Apple Store for repair. You can also check with an Apple Authorized Service Provider in your area. Do I need to make an appointment at an Apple Store,

Technically no, but you should! Apple has been inundated with requests for new batteries, so you'll want to reserve a spot in line to avoid making a wasted trip to the Apple Store. How long will I have to wait, The battery repair itself is generally completed within an hour.

However, the precise wait time will depend on the work load at your particular Apple store, the phone model you have, and the availability of the replacement batteries themselves. If you take your iPhone in to an Apple store for a new battery, the store will be able to get the battery without an extended delay. But it doesn’t necessarily mean the battery will be in stock at the store, and the service time will still vary. Can I mail my iPhone to Apple,

Yes, the program is available via mail, though that means you'll likely be without your iPhone for a few days. When you initiate a repair via mail, Apple will send a pre-paid shipping box for your iPhone and promises to return it in 3-5 business days. Is there anything I need to do before I bring my iPhone in for a battery replacement, Run a backup. While Apple probably won't need to reset your phone, a cracked screen or damaged enclosure could cause issues with the swap that requires a full restore.