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From: Joe Gwinn <joegwinn@comcast.net>
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Subject: Re: iPhone battery replacement
Date: Sat, 01 Jun 2024 17:19:22 -0400
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On Sat, 1 Jun 2024 13:56:37 -0700, Don Y <blockedofcourse@foo.invalid>
wrote:

>The battery in SWMBO's iPhone has swelled.  Not surprising as it
>is ANCIENT (6s).
>
>She is asking for it to be replaced:  "I *like* that phone!"
>
>Is this actually worth the effort, given that batteries are likely
>knock-offs (dubious quality) and disassembly/assembly is undoubtedly
>a lesson in fumble-fingers?  And, what's the likely life expectancy
>of a "new" battery?
>
>I've offered her either of two phones that I use but "they're too big".

Exactly what is it that she has?

Apple likely has a phone of that approximate size.

Joe Gwinn