
While the attention of Apple fans this week will have been focused on the iPhone 15 launch, it's certainly not the only news. The new range, though, has stolen the bulk of headlines, with a suite of new features across the range.
Still, if you're using an older iPhone, there's good news for you too right now. That's because the cost of replacing the battery in your phone via the Apple Battery Servicing program has just decreased.
That means, should you need to have the battery in your handset replaced, you'll pay even less to do so. Prior to the event on Tuesday, the most expensive battery replacement was for the iPhone 14 series. It cost £105 to swap the unit out. Now, uses will pay just £95, saving around 9.5% of the total cost.
Other old handsets have also received a small price decrease. Every series from the iPhone 13 back to the iPhone X will cost just £85 for a replacement, while users of an iPhone 7, an iPhone 8 or an iPhone SE will pay just £65.
That's a great sign from the brand. Batteries are one of the most commonly replaced parts on modern phones, simply due to the wear and tear they endure. Paying less to get that replaced via an official channel is always a win for users, particularly those who want to use their device for longer.
In recent years, a major shift has been undertaken in the technology industry. Brands have become much more aware of their environmental impact, making conscious changes to their way of working for the good of the planet.
Apple have implemented their own Self Service Repair program, for those users who wish to take on the burden of repair themselves. Interestingly, the parts alone for a battery replacement on an iPhone 14 costs £107.05 on the Self Service Repair program, though some of that is refunded when the defunct battery is returned.
Sign up to the T3 newsletter for smarter living straight to your inbox
Get all the latest news, reviews, deals and buying guides on gorgeous tech, home and active products from the T3 experts
Still, it shows how good value the price for an official replacement is. Even with the refund, you'll pay £56.65 for the parts. That's before you've got into the replacement itself, which could feasibly take a few hours if you're unfamiliar. Plus, you're then liable to get it wrong and possibly cause more damage. I know which option I'd go for.

Sam is an award-winning journalist with over six years of experience across print and digital media. As T3’s Senior Staff Writer, Sam covers everything from new phones and EVs to luxury watches and fragrances. Working across a range of different social media platforms alongside his written work, Sam is a familiar face for fans of T3. When he’s not reviewing snazzy products or hunting for stellar deals, Sam enjoys football, analog photography and writing music.
-
New Apple Vision Pro tipped for early 2026, but might not be what you expect
The second generation Vision Pro may not be the game-changing model you're hoping for
By Carrie Marshall
-
If the iPhone 17 Pro adds these 4 new features I'm already sold
Apple needs to make a big swing
By Max Freeman-Mills
-
Apple's Severance computer may have been a joke, but the keyboard is coming for real
Tell us where we can sign up!
By Britta O'Boyle
-
Apple Watch is set to get Apple Intelligence this year, but only with a little help from a friend
Bring on watchOS 12
By Britta O'Boyle
-
iPad reportedly getting major makeover and your current model could benefit too
Apple is said to be making a change that iPad power users have been wanting for years
By Carrie Marshall
-
AirPods Max finally get the great free upgrade Apple promised
Here's how to make sure your headphones are running the right firmware
By Britta O'Boyle
-
Apple TV gets a free update that makes it more simple to use
Apple has released tvOS 18.4 with a few design tweaks for its TV boxes
By Rik Henderson
-
Your iPhone gets some new tricks - here’s what it can do now
The new emojis and priority notifications are probably our favourite
By Britta O'Boyle