With the latest iPhone release date getting closer and closer, many users are wanting to know if it’s worth replacing the current iPhone battery, or whether they should wait for the new phone to release instead. Here’s the need-to-know info to help users make the decision between swapping out the battery when the Battery Health gets too low and outright buying a new phone.
Should I buy a new iPhone or replace the battery?
When weighing up the options of changing the current iPhone battery or buying a new iPhone instead, it’s a good idea to look at the current price of iPhones in comparison to changing the battery. At the time of writing, iPhone prices vary with the iPhone SE starting at $429, all the way up to the iPhone 13 Pro starting from $999. Rumors suggest that the price will increase even further with the iPhone 14 in fall.
Buying a new iPhone is significantly more expensive than the cost of replacing a battery. In the US, it costs $69 to place the battery of the iPhone 10 and newer models, and $49 for older generations. What’s more, for users who have AppleCare+ or an iPhone that is still under warranty, the cost to replace the battery is $0.
If the current device has good battery health of 80% or higher, investing in a portable charger or charging case may be a better choice. For iPhones with lower battery health, upgrading the battery will be more worthwhile.
For users who are looking to upgrade to a newer model, waiting for the fall release is likely the best option. Not only will the new tech offer better functionality, but older models will have their prices reduced.
In other gaming news, the Skull & Bones release date is expected to be July according to the rumors. Steam Deck shipments are expected to double with Q3 emails going out. Hogwarts Legacy Special Edition has been leaked by its own website.
