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How do I know what battery to buy for my iPhone?
It’s easy to tell if it needs replacing:
- Go to Settings > Battery.
- Tap on Battery Health.
- You will see what the ‘maximum capacity’ of you battery is – this is a measure of your battery capacity relative to when the battery was new.
- Below that is an indication of the battery’s ‘Peak Performance Capacity’.
Are aftermarket iPhone batteries any good?
The simple answer is no! These batteries in the market will more than likely not be from Apple. These batteries will usually have little to no safety certifications on them as its not possible to get safety certifications on used or fake “OEM” batteries using the official Apple trademark.
Are replacement batteries as good as original?
Any replacement OEM battery that is got from the manufacturer should last for the same length of time. It is also possible to get batteries with an extended life as well. Non-OEM batteries will generally last for a similar length of time as OEM batteries, but will usually cost a lot less.
Can you tell if an iPhone battery is genuine?
Unable to verify this iPhone has a genuine Apple battery. Health information not available for this battery. Learn more… You might see an additional notification that says, “Apple has updated the device information for this iPhone.”
What happens if I replace my iPhone battery?
However, some reports suggest some replacement iPhone batteries are inferior, fail quickly and even overheat. This obviously risks permanent damage to phones. This how-to on iPhone batteries concentrates on the cosmetic, visible differences between almost identical in appearance original and a replacement battery.
What kind of battery does an iPhone use?
All rechargeable batteries are consumables and have a limited lifespan — eventually their capacity and performance decline so that they need to be replaced. iPhone uses built-in, high-quality lithium-ion batteries. They’re rigorously designed, tested, and manufactured to meet Apple quality and performance standards.
Who is the best person to replace an iPhone battery?
Battery replacements should be performed only by technicians who have completed Apple service training and who use Apple genuine parts and tools. These service providers include Apple Authorized Service Providers, or Independent Repair Providers using genuine Apple parts. Don’t attempt to replace the iPhone battery yourself.