Complete guide to iPhone 5 battery replacement
The battery in an iPhone 5 can be replaced. There’s some things you’ll need to know about iPhone 5 battery replacement:
Warranty Coverage
And if your iPhone 5 is still under warranty, AppleCare+ or covered by consumer law, Apple will replace the battery for free. But many iPhone 5 handsets are no longer under warranty — they’re older_test devices.
Out-of-Warranty Options
Here are the options for iPhone 5s out-of-warranty battery replacement: • Apple Store or Authorized Service Provider – Usually about $79 plus tax • Third-party repair shop – Generally cheaper, around $50-60, but could void warranty • Do-it-yourself (DIY) replacement – Cheapest option but requires a bit of know-how
Pick a large-capacity portable battery pack(ad) for your iPhone 5, with at least 5000mAh capacity for a couple of full charges.
Things to Consider
Replacing the battery can give new life to an old iPhone 5• Always back up your iPhone before any battery replacement • If the screen is cracked, that’ll need to fix first • Save a new battery and significantly improve performance and endurance of the device • It’s worth thinking about whether it makes more sense to replace the system than sticking with an older model of iPhone. Do not forget to consider the pros and cons before replacing.
