Apple Launches Self-Service Repair Parts for iPhone 16 Models

New Options for DIY Repairs

Apple Inc. AAPL has started selling repair parts for its newest iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models through its self-service repair store.

Details of the Repair Parts Offered

Recently, Apple began providing replacements for popular damaged parts like cameras, displays, and back glass specifically for the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models.

Replacement parts come with varying prices. For instance, the camera assembly for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus is priced at $169, while the cost for the 16 Pro and Pro Max models is $249. New displays range from $279 to $379, and battery replacements are offered at either $99 or $119 for the iPhone 16 Pro. Additionally, Apple is renting out essential repair kits for $49.

Impact on Consumers

This shift towards offering repair parts makes DIY iPhone repairs more accessible and financially viable compared to hiring a professional. Furthermore, Apple plans to enhance support for compatible third-party components like batteries and displays later this year.

MacRumors was the first to report this development.

Significance of This Change

In September, Apple announced an increase in battery replacement costs for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max by $20, raising the total to $119. In contrast, the prices for battery replacements in the standard and “Plus” models remained unchanged.

The iPhone 16 series has significantly impacted the smartphone market, achieving record sales in the third quarter of 2024. Despite a slight drop in overall smartphone sales, interest in the iPhone 16 series helped Apple reclaim its No. 2 spot in China’s smartphone market.

However, the iPhone 16 has encountered challenges in Indonesia, where sales have been halted due to Apple’s unfulfilled investment commitments.

Last month, Apple reported a fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $94.9 billion, surpassing analyst predictions. Revenue from the iPhone reached $46.22 billion, up from $43.8 billion the previous year.

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