protects iPhone parts to prevent theft and disassembly of components

The new iPhone 16 seem to be immersed in a revolution, both in software thanks to new developments in artificial intelligence, and in hardware by presenting a more efficient and durable design. To comply with European Union regulations, Apple is deploying a series of measures to simplify the repair of its components. But when they arrive in stores in Spain on September 20, The new premium iPhone 16 will be more expensive to repair. These changes are accompanied by enhanced security measures against theft.

During the presentation on Monday, September 9, Apple said that the internal design changes that improve thermal regulation of the iPhone 16 models also have the benefit of facilitating access to the battery, a feature that will help Apple comply with European regulations. However, its repair will have a higher price, at least on the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models.

The change can be done through Apple or even from home with official parts from the brand. This means that Apple phones are increasingly easier to repair, more durable and safer. The parts and the iPhone itself have increased their security to Deter thieves with newly enabled features.

Proof of theft

The tech giant has stepped up security measures against theft. This week, the community of users who is testing the beta version of iOS 18 and received the feature that blocks iPhone components. By allowing third parties or customers themselves to repair their phones with used or second-hand genuine parts, the company has taken steps against the theft and dismantling of equipment, thereby stopping the growth of an illegal spare parts market.

Although the ‘Stolen Device Protection’ feature was announced months ago, it is now with the new version of the operating system that it will arrive on phones in the coming weeks. If a device is being repaired detects that a compatible part was obtained from another device with Activation Lock or Lost Mode enabled, the calibration capabilities of that part will be limited.

With this explanation, Apple is referring to the Repair Assistant feature. This software ensures that an ‌iPhone‌ works properly if it has been repaired with an original Apple part, which is possible configure batteries, cameras, displays and more as if it were the composition with which it left the factory. A novelty also unlocked in recent weeks.

Battery Replacement

Batteries are the first component to wear out in most devices. Defective batteries are covered by Apple’s one-year warranty, and replacement is free for customers with AppleCare Plus plans if the battery has less than 80% of its original capacity.

Price without AppleCare, as shown MacRumorsthe cost will be higher. Repair the The battery will cost 135 euros for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. In the case of iPhone 16, 16 Plus and later, it remains at 109 euros. An increase of 26 euros. This can be consulted on the brand’s support page.

The edge Recall that Apple had already increased the cost of this service in 2022 with the iPhone 14, a measure that ended up being extended to the rest of the catalog. So it is not yet known if the price will end up increasing for all models.

If the user has no problems with the battery, that is, less than 80%, but is not satisfied, he can choose to repair the phone by a third party or do it himself, using official Apple parts. These alternatives were activated last year. They are part of the innovations that the brand has applied to ensure that its products are more durable.