Replacement batteries for sloth-like iPhones now in iStores for R430
For South African consumers to replace the battery of their older Apple iPhones at an iStore, it will cost them R430.But they will have to be prepared to be without their phones for 3-5 working days‚ says iStore‚ an Apple-authorised service provider.On Wednesday, iStore announced the pricing of replacement batteries for out-of-warranty iPhones SE‚ 6‚ 6 Plus‚ 6s‚ 6s Plus‚ 7 and 7 Plus‚ as part of Apple’s official worldwide battery replacement programme.The exact price is R377 plus VAT, and is effective immediately.Apple admitted in December that it intentionally slowed down older iPhones with weakening batteries via a software upgrade‚ to prevent the handset from shutting off abruptly when in use.That sparked fury among owners of the iconic phone worldwide — and some legal action, with many arguing that had they known‚ they would have opted to buy new batteries rather than replace their slowed phone.South Africans affected by the programme need to make a booking at one of the country...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.