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How much does iPhone battery replacement cost? £34.95-£214.95 depending on model. Complete UK pricing for every iPhone, plus Apple and high street comparisons.
GuidesiPhone batteries are designed for 500 charge cycles to 80% health. But real-world lifespan varies dramatically by model, usage, and charging habits.
GuidesA swollen iPhone battery is a safety emergency. Learn the warning signs, what to do immediately, and why you must never attempt removal yourself.
GuidesShould you drain your iPhone to 0% to recalibrate? No. This 1990s advice harms modern lithium-ion batteries. Here is what actually helps.
GuidesAre third-party iPhone batteries safe? We compare OEM vs premium aftermarket on capacity, safety, lifespan, the Unknown Part warning, and price.
GuidesGetting your iPhone battery replaced? Here is exactly what happens: preparation, the 30-minute process, and what your phone feels like afterwards.
GuidesDIY costs £25-40 in tools plus your time. But hidden risks — punctured cells, torn cables, voided water resistance — make professional repair smarter for most.
GuidesYour iPhone hates British winters. Below 0°C, capacity drops up to 50%. How to protect your phone and when cold sensitivity means a dying battery.
TechnicalLiCoO₂ cathodes, graphite anodes, SEI layer growth, and why 500 cycles means 80% capacity. The science of iPhone batteries made accessible.
GuidesReplace battery (£3/month) or buy new (£15/month)? Cost-per-month analysis, 99.5% less CO₂, and a clear decision framework for every iPhone model.

The neuroscience of digital addiction—dopamine hijacking, gray matter reduction, and why different brains respond differently to the same poison. Plus: the recovery evidence.
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