Apple has acknowledged the presence of a factory defect in the batteries of some iPhone 6s smartphones, leading to unexpected shutdowns of devices. According to the owners of smartphones, the device could turn off arbitrarily when the battery charge was above 40%.
The company was quick to reassure users by stating that the problematic iPhone 6s did not pose a security threat to their owners, as it did. Earlier, the South Korean tech giant around the world, the new flagship Galaxy Note 7 due to the threat of an explosion or fire of its battery, and subsequently completely stopped production of this model.
The defective battery issue only affects a small batch of iPhone 6s manufactured between September and October 2015, Apple says.
How to check if my iPhone 6s is participating in the Battery Swap Program
1 ... Check the serial number of your iPhone ().
2 ... In the event that the 4 and 5 characters of the serial number match one of the pairs of letters below, your iPhone belongs to a defective batch:
Q3
Q4
Q5
Q6
Q7
Q8
Q9
QC
QD
QF
QG
QH
QJ
Or use the special form on the Apple website.
What to do if you have just such an iPhone 6s
Owners of a defective iPhone 6s can contact an Apple Store or Authorized Service Center. Apple will check the serial number of the device and, if it is confirmed to be a defective batch, the company will replace the battery free of charge. If the owner of the problem iPhone 6s has already paid for the replacement battery, Apple will refund the money spent.
Apple launched a replacement program on its website after the China Consumer Association asked the company to investigate complaints related to the sudden and in some cases permanent shutdown of iPhone 6 and 6s smartphones.
Our company is ready to offer high-quality services to all, without exception; among them we are also replacing the iPhone 6s battery. Only original parts are used as spare parts, that is, those removed from the original devices of the same type and model. In the hands of professionals, work is done quickly and easily (on average, we can change batteries on three mobile devices in an hour), but the efficiency is "bought" at the cost of solid experience and the use of expensive equipment.
We can carry out:
- iPhone 6s battery replacement;
- replacement of housings;
- dismantling of broken protective glasses with putting new ones in their place;
- restoration of buttons functionality;
- changing the image matrix;
- and any other modular repair or soldering of boards.
IPhone 6s battery replacement and necessity
The manufacturer assures that the battery life will be enough for 1.5-2 years; however, this only applies to devices that function flawlessly and on condition that the consumer uses his technology with care. It's time to worry as soon as you notice a drop in the time that the device can operate on a single battery charge. Do not under any circumstances lead to a situation where the gadget is not able to come off the outlet without immediately turning it off; and if it does occur, then all the more you need a professional iPhone 6s battery replacement.
Only specialists can figure out, for example, is it really a matter of the battery, or the power controller, the battery turned out to be deformed (or maybe the microcircuits responsible for the indication, the charging connector were damaged, or a failure occurred in the software shell - IOS is also not free of problems). Therefore, please do not perceive the ongoing diagnostics as an attempt to drag out time or increase consumer costs. We have specialized equipment that guarantees high quality of work, its efficiency, elimination of deformation of individual components and stable recovery of the device's chargeability.
Replacing the iPhone 6s battery with us is not just quick
We know very well that most of the owners of mobile equipment are busy people who are unlikely to be able to find at least an hour or an hour and a half to drive through the capital's traffic jams to a service workshop. Therefore, our services include replacing the iPhone 6s battery with the departure of the wizard to the address you specified; all necessary preliminary consultations are carried out by phone or e-mail. Our employees agree in advance about the place and time of the meeting, and strictly observe their obligations.
On-site is carried out with the same guarantee in terms of duration as within the walls of the workshop. Please note that a rapid discharge of the battery system when the entire device is very hot (even if it is turned off) may indicate very serious problems. In this case, it is not necessary to order a simple change of the "battery", but deep monitoring in order to urgently find the defect and eliminate it - otherwise, you will have to put the iPhone into the trash can very quickly.
And one more thing: replacing the battery on the iPhone 6s requires disconnecting the screens from the motherboards (in the future, of course, they will need to be connected again). This is not a job for an ordinary radio amateur, and even if you are used to dealing with a screwdriver and a soldering iron, professional help is somehow safer and calmer for the consumer.
IPhone 6s Battery Replacement
). Fortunately, the process of disassembling and replacing the battery on iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus is not difficult. We talked about it in detail in this guide.
Difficulty: medium.
Time required: 20-50 minutes.
What is needed
- Phillips (1.2mm, 2.2mm, 2.8mm, 2.9mm) and 3.4mm five-sided (Pentalobe) screwdrivers.
- Sucker.
- Dielectric blade (Spudger).
- Plastic tool.
- Tweezers.
- New battery for iPhone 6s / 6s Plus.
Step 1. Remove the two 3.4mm P2 Pentalobe screws next to the Lightning connector.
Step 2. Attach the suction cup to the lower left corner of the iPhone display. Note that unlike many other iPhone models, you cannot position the suction cup over the Home button when disassembling the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus.
Step 3. While holding the iPhone, pull the suction cup upward until there is a small gap between the bezel and the back of the case (as in the image below). Important! Pull slowly without jerking to avoid damaging the device.
Step 4. Place the flat edge of the dielectric paddle in the gap between the shield and the case in the lower left corner (near the audio jack). This is the safest place to use when parsing.
Step 5. Rotate the paddle 90 degrees to widen the gap between the front bezel and the rest of the smartphone.
Step 6. Insert the flat end of the dielectric spatula into the gap between the display and the case on the left side of the smartphone. Run a spatula all the way to the top left corner to peel off the adhesive and release the clamps.
Step 7. Perform a similar procedure first on the bottom edge.
And then on the right side.
Step 8. Pull the suction cup to open the display at an angle up to 90 degrees to remove the remaining adhesive. Then remove the suction cup.
Step 9. Open the iPhone by lifting the face upward about 90 degrees. For greater convenience and safety when working with a smartphone, it is recommended to lean it against something, for example, an iPhone package. For reliability, the smartphone and the box can be fastened with an elastic band.
Step 10. Remove the two screws that secure the battery cable holder:
- One 2.9mm screw.
- One 2.2mm screw.
Step 11. Using tweezers, remove the plate.
Step 12. Using the sharp end of a dielectric spatula or a plastic tool, disconnect the battery cable.
Step 13. Move the ribbon away from the connector in order to avoid accidental connection of the ribbon during operation.
Step 14. Remove the four screws:
- Three 1.2mm screws.
- One 2.8mm screw.
Step 15. Remove the LCD ribbon holder.
Step 16. Disconnect the front camera cable.
Step 17. Disconnect the touch display ribbon cable. Important! When reassembling the iPhone and connecting the touchscreen flex cable, never press down on the center of the flex cable. To connect, first press on one end of the cable, and then on the other. Pressing on the center of the ribbon cable can damage the digital converter.
Step 18. Disconnect the data cable.
Step 19. The front panel is completely detached from the back of the case! Set the display aside.
Step 20 Using blunt tweezers, peel back the tips of the two adhesive strips on the bottom edge of the battery. Important! Use only blunt tweezers or peel back the strips with your fingers. Piercing a lithium-ion battery can release hazardous chemicals. Important! Hold the battery while removing the second strip.
Step 23. For iPhone 6s Plus only. Gather the ends of all three adhesive strips into one bundle. Important! Try not to curl the strips, always keeping them straight.
Step 24. Carefully pull the strips towards the bottom of the iPhone. Pull slowly and try to keep the strips away from the smartphone component to avoid tearing.
Step 25. Remove the old battery and install the new one, after applying adhesive strips ( how to stick).
Step 26. Reassemble the iPhone.
It's easy to decide.
In late 2017, it was revealed that Apple artificially reduced the peak performance of iPhones with worn-out batteries in order to prevent accidental shutdowns. Company confessed in that, apologized for not telling about the "feature" properly in time and launching replacement program batteries at a reduced price. In Russia, the cost of the official replacement of batteries under the Apple program is 1690-2500 rubles. Is it worth spending your money?
Yes, if your battery is in poor condition
Replacing the battery in the iPhone 6/6 Plus, iPhone 6s / 6s Plus, iPhone SE and iPhone 7/7 Plus under the Apple program throughout 2018 will be estimated at 1,690-2,500 rubles, depending on the service center. The usual cost of replacing the battery in these models is from 6,900 rubles.
Thus, from the point of view of financial benefits, the question of the need to replace the battery in the iPhone under the Apple program is not worth it, since more than 4,000 rubles will be saved.
From the point of view of benefits, battery replacement is recommended for owners of those iPhones whose batteries are in poor condition. A feature that degrades the performance of iPhone 6/6 Plus, iPhone 6s / 6s Plus, iPhone SE, and iPhone 7/7 Plus is triggered when battery capacity drops to 80%. Replacing such a battery with a new one will greatly increase the speed of the smartphone. And, of course, the autonomy will significantly increase, because it will correspond to the state of the new device.
It turns out that the advisability of replacing the battery in the iPhone can be determined by checking the status of the battery. This can be done using this application or with the help this utility for PC... If your iPhone's battery capacity is below the critical level of 80%, replacing the battery is highly recommended. You should also think about the need to replace the battery at such a low price if the battery condition has dropped below 85%. In the latter case, you will not increase performance, since the device is not slowed down, but it will significantly increase the iPhone's battery life.
Obvious life hack
It is very important to note that Apple's battery replacement program will be available at a huge discount until the end of 2018. This means that if the capacity of your battery is still far from both critical and ideal levels, for example, equal to 89%, then checking and replacing the battery in the second half of 2018 would be an ideal option for you.
The iPhone is a welcome acquisition for millions of Russians. But even a high-quality product may have a manufacturing malfunction. For example, you need to replace the device battery with a new one before the end of the warranty period. How to do it and where to go - in the material below.
IPhone 6s Battery Replacement Under Warranty
If your iPhone battery has become faulty for some reason, you do not need to run to the store for a new one or order it through questionable sites. It is enough to contact the service center or the store where the purchase was made.
Replacement with a new battery under warranty is made free of charge at an Apple service center, if the warranty period for service is valid. To do this, you need to prepare the device and provide a standard package of documents.
Before taking any action, the iPhone will be checked for the causes of the malfunction. If damage is found, due to which changing the battery is difficult, it is necessary to repair the damage, then install a new battery. For example, change a cracked screen or external panel of the device.
How do you know if the iPhone 6s battery needs to be replaced?
You can find out if you can change your battery for free for a new one yourself. To do this, go to the section "Settings" - "Basic" "Device information". And study the section where the serial number of the device is indicated.
There should be the following Latin letters and numbers: q3-q9 qc, qd, qf, qg, qh, qj... If there is one of the specified combinations in the serial number (not to be confused with IMEI), you can contact the warranty service center or an official representative (store) of Apple with a request to change the battery. After a service check, if the battery is confirmed to be defective, it is replaced with a new one free of charge.
How is the battery replaced?
How to prepare the device for changing the battery, and where do you need to go for this procedure?
- Save data using iTunes or iCloud (iTunes or iCloud);
- Disable the Search iPhone option;
- Erase all information and personal settings from the iPhone. (Settings - General - Reset - Erase data and options (settings).
Next, contact an Apple Authorized Service Center for device repair and maintenance. The addresses are on the official website of the company. Contact the operator of the center by phone to clarify the timing of changing the battery (optimally immediately, on the day of the call).
Replacing an iPhone with a new one under warranty
Can I change my iPhone under warranty? According to the established rules, the company does not repair, but replaces unusable devices with new ones if the defect is production.
The iPhone is a product certified on the Russian market that belongs to the list of technically complex ones. In the event of a breakdown not related to the user's actions during the warranty period, the company is obliged to complete the procedure for replacing the device with a similar one free of charge.
The warranty period (valid by law) for a new product is 365 days from the date of replacement. Thus, even if your iPhone 6s has a few days left until the end of the warranty, after replacement, the warranty period is extended by one year.
If the iPhone is broken under warranty, can it be changed?
What to do if your new iPhone 6s breaks down? The consumer, having discovered a malfunction in his iPhone before the expiration of the warranty period, has the right to demand replacement of the product with a new one, in accordance with the law on the protection of consumer rights.
To do this, you must submit a purchase receipt, packaging, service coupon to the service center or store and draw up a written claim in free form where you indicate a request to replace the product with a new one, in accordance with the Apple regulations. In case of refusal, the client has the right to file a claim in court.
Remember: if you are denied repair, arguing that the phone was not purchased in Russia, you can also file a claim.
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