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4 things Apple just revealed about repairing iPhones, including upcoming better third-party support
By Daryl Baxter published
In a new paper, Apple has detailed its successes in making its products last longer, as well as new efforts to help third-party repairs.
Apple finally confirms that no, putting your iPhone in rice isn't a good idea
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple breaks its silence and confirms putting your phone in rice isn't a good idea.
Apple's iPhone repair change is putting repair professionals out of business
By James Bentley published
A recent iFixit report showed that many repairers are going out of business, rather than working around Apple's repair system.
How to contact Apple Support for your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch
By Lory Gil, Karen S Freeman last updated
Are you having issues with your Apple devices? Then you may need to contact Apple Support, or even get help from the iMore community. Here's how to do that.
How to fix your water-damaged iPhone, iPad, AirPods, or Mac
By Luke Filipowicz published
Got a waterlogged iPhone, iPad, or Mac? Did you accidentally introduce your AirPods to a full sink of water? Try these fixes!
iFixit slams Apple's self-repair program for MacBooks, says it makes them seem less repairable
By Palash Volvoikar published
iFixit has called out Apple's self-repair program for making MacBooks seem less repairable, citing Apple's unnecessarily lengthy repair methods.
How to replace a cracked or broken screen on an iPhone 5
By Allyson Kazmucha last updated
Have an iPhone 5 with a busted screen? Let us help you fix it.
iFixit confirms third-party iPhone 13 display swaps disable Face ID
By Oliver Haslam published
Repair outfit iFixit has confirmed what we'd been hearing for weeks — third-party shops swapping out iPhone 13 screens will need to deal with the fact that Face ID will no longer work.
'Right to Repair' report reveals that independent repair shops still struggle to repair Apple laptops
By Joe Wituschek published
Watch Joanna Stern go on a 'Right to Repair' quest.
How and when to replace your iPhone's battery
By Samuel Contreras published
All batteries degrade over time, including the one in your iPhone. How do you know when to replace it and how to get it replaced? We've talked to an expert to find out.
How to replace the iPhone 6 battery
By Chris Johncke last updated
Has your iPhone 6 battery been giving you problems? If you'd rather skip a visit to the Apple store, you can repair it yourself with a little patience and care.
Apple offering subsidies to repair partners who practice social distancing
By Joe Wituschek published
Apple's Authorized Service Providers who offer customers drop-off and pickup options will receive additional subsidies from the company.
Apple now offering onsite device repair in 6 US cities
By Stephen Warwick published
Apple is now offering onsite device repairs to customers in six US cities.
How to replace a broken screen on an iPhone 7 or 7 Plus
By Serenity Caldwell last updated
Cracked your iPhone 7 or 7 Plus screen? We’ll be honest: An Apple Store's probably the best bet to fix it.
How to replace a broken screen on an iPhone 6s or 6s Plus
By Serenity Caldwell last updated
Cracked your iPhone 6s or 6s Plus screen? We'll be honest: An Apple Store's probably the best bet.
How to replace a broken screen on an iPhone SE
By Serenity Caldwell last updated
Cracked your iPhone SE screen? Here's everything you need to know about fixing it.
How to replace the tip of your Apple Pencil
By IM Staff published
Your Apple Pencil’s nib lasts longer than most pens, but it still needs to be replaced eventually.
Apple makes steps toward a more flexible right to repair
By Lory Gil published
You can now have your iPhone with a third-party battery worked on by Apple.
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