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From: Don Y <blockedofcourse@foo.invalid>
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Subject: iPhone battery replacement
Date: Sat, 1 Jun 2024 13:56:37 -0700
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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".