The mobile phone battery is one of the most important elements and with the passage of time it is practically impossible that we do not notice how autonomy is less and less . In the case of Apple, the manufacturer admitted that it adapts the performance and capabilities of the iPhone based on the state of the battery, which is one more reason to think about changing it.
This process is a task that although it is delicate, we can develop ourselves with a little patience and knowing the necessary steps . If we are daring and we are determined to do it, we show you everything you should do, as well as the accessories you will need in each specific model to avoid having problems when replacing the battery.
What you should know before changing the battery
The process may be more complex or simpler but we must know some very important aspects to avoid scares or misunderstandings after we have started with the process. The first and most important recommendation is to know if we still have a guarantee on our iPhone, either through the store where we bought it or the Apple guarantee and its details . If the warranty is still in force and we open the terminal to change the battery, we will be losing it and we will not be able to claim any other failure that we find.
The second thing we must do is make a backup of all our photos and files, because although we do not think that we could have problems with this, a specific failure can end all our memories.
How to change the battery of the iPhone 6
We start with the iPhone 6, one of the models that has been on the market for the longest and that in its different versions share a method to replace batteries. By sharing practically the same design in a different size and some minimal changes we will be able to carry out the battery change in a few steps. First, we will know what you should do and later we will see more information about the battery you need and the necessary kit for each model.
- First of all we have to remove the screws from the bottom with the pentalobe screwdriver , which is included in all the kits.
- Then with the help of a suction cup and with the flat and thin tool we are going to remove the screen from the rest of the body.
- We will first remove the bottom and then carefully unhook the screen to make the battery more accessible.
- We remove the plate that protects the connectors of the screen to make it easier, remembering the position of the screws (they are different).
- We gently pull the connectors and we can completely remove the screen.
- Then we remove the screws to remove the protective plate from the battery connector.
- We proceed to remove the battery that is very stuck and we will have to do it carefully based on prying.
- After removing it we will stick double-sided tape to the space to place the new battery.
- We put the connectors and put the screws to the plates.
- We place the screen with its connectors and its board.
- If our kit has the sealing of frames , we place it and we can recover the resistance to water.
- First we anchor the upper part and then the lower part until the lower screws are placed again.
Iphone 6
The original model of the iPhone 6 had a 1810 mAh battery , although over time the technology has evolved and we can find the kit to change the iPhone 6 battery with 2250 mAh in the same space. When we receive the package we will follow the steps that we have seen at the top, including in the kit that we have shared with you the tabs to remove the battery without damaging the mobile.
iPhone 6 Plus
With a larger screen and a larger battery we find the iPhone 6 Plus where the process will be identical. The kit with battery and accessories that we need in this case includes 3,015 mAh, which is also higher than the original 2,015 mAh .
iPhone 6s
For the iPhone 6s, the necessary kit has a 1,850 mAh battery that we are going to replace with the original 1715 mAh. The accessories that we find are the same in this kit and the steps as well, so again we remember to be careful when taking off the battery with the help of the prying tools.
iPhone 6s Plus
Finally among the iPhone 6 model we find the 6s Plus, one with great success for having a battery greater than 2750 mAh and that with the kit that we recommend we are going to replace it with 3,600 mAh and in this case adding a set of screws in case ours is worn out.
Replace battery on iPhone 7
The iPhone 7 has suffered problems with the battery in its two models with the arrival of the new versions of iOS although this can be auctioned by changing it for a renewed and with greater autonomy. The process of these models is very similar to that of the iPhone 6, although with some small differences that we are going to ncoer:
- First we remove the screws from the bottom with the pentalobe screwdriver , which is included in all the kits.
- With the help of a suction cup and with a thin element we are taking off the screen.
- First we will remove the bottom part and then we unpin the screen down to cut the water protection tape at the top.
- We remove the plate that protects the connectors of the screen to make it easier, remembering the position of the screws (they are different).
- We gently pull the connectors and we can completely remove the screen.
- Then we remove the screws to remove the protective plate from the battery connector.
- Next we pull with some tweezers of the glue that is under the battery as we can see in the image.
- After removing it we will stick double-sided tape to the space to place the new battery.
- We put the connectors and put the screws to the plates.
- We place the screen with its connectors and its board.
- If our kit has the sealing of frames , we place it and we can recover the resistance to water.
- First we anchor the upper part and then the lower part until the lower screws are placed.
iPhone 7
The original battery of the iPhone 7 was 1960 mAh and the battery replacement kit that we recommend is 2220 mAh, which is an important extra to avoid the problems that this model has suffered. In the kit we find everything from screwdrivers to tools to help us take off the screen.
iPhone 7 Plus
The iPhone 7 Plus also has a kit designed especially for it, which we will find on Amazon for around 15 euros and with a significant extra battery when going from 2900 mAh to 3400 mAh for this model.
Change the battery on iPhone 8
The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 plus models share the method to change the battery and are practically identical to those we have seen on the iPhone 7. We remember to be careful with each of the steps and not to forget that if we do not add the new seal that only include some kits, we will not be able to maintain water resistance.
- To begin we remove the screws from the bottom, which is included in all kits.
- Using a suction cup and with a thin element we are taking off the screen, being able to apply some heat before with a dryer.
- First we will remove the bottom part and then we unpin the screen down to cut the water protection tape at the top.
- We remove the screws to remove the protective plate from the battery connector.
- Next we pull with a pair of tweezers the glue that is under the battery.
- After removing it we will stick double-sided tape to the space to place the new battery.
- We put the connectors and put the screws to the plates.
- If our kit has the sealing of frames , we place it and we can recover the resistance to water.
- First we anchor the upper part and then the lower part until the lower screws are placed.
iPhone 8
The kit that we can buy to change the battery of our iPhone 8 includes a larger battery although the size is exactly the same and is compatible with all official models in Spain. In this case it includes a suction cup with a ring to help us pull the screen and not damage it.
iPhone 8 Plus
The recommended spare part for the iPhone 8 battery is 2791 mAh to increase the original 2675 mAh and it is widely supported by the community for its good performance. We will be able to buy it on Amazon for a price that does not exceed 30 euros.
Change the battery on iPhone X
When changing the battery of the iPhone X, XR, XS and XS Max we must be even more careful since having a larger screen will be essential to separate the flex from the screen and be able to remove it so as not to damage it. We explain all the steps you must follow:
- We begin by removing the screws from the bottom with the screwdriver included in the kit.
- Helping us with a suction cup and with a thin element we are taking off the screen carefully.
- We remove the screen from the side so that it does not take risks.
- Now we remove the screws of the battery and screen connectors.
- We removed the flex from both the screen and the battery to separate the screen completely.
- We use tweezers to pull the glue from under the battery.
- After removing it we will stick double-sided tape to the space to place the new battery.
- We put the connectors of the battery and those of the screen.
- Now we tighten the screws.
- If our kit has the sealing of frames , we place it and we can recover the resistance to water.
- Then we place the screen from the side of the screen and finally we put the screws below.
iPhone X
When we find a more current model, the batteries are identical to those that we can find in our iPhone, unlike the extra battery that we found in previous models. The battery kit and accessories for the iPhone X is very wide and comes with strips to stick the new battery more easily.
iPhone XR
The iPhone XR does not currently have a reliable Amazon kit and we recommend opting for ifixit to get a good quality battery and that will not give you problems if you decide to change it, even if the price is higher and you have to wait at least one more week to receive it.
iPhone XS
The iPhone XS also has its own kit that will help us remove the screen and change the battery for a reliable model. We can find it on Amazon at a price that will cost us to resist to regain the original autonomy.
iPhone XS Max
As in the iPhone XR, the iPhone XS Max and its large battery does not have a reliable replacement in Amaozn and we will better have to buy the alternative in ifixit with higher quality accessories and of course the replacement battery.
Replace battery on iPhone 11
The change of battery of the iPhone 11 is not very different from the iPhone X, but it does have two connection flex that we should not overlook. We explain the process:
- We remove the screws from the bottom with the screwdriver included in the kit.
- Helping us with a suction cup and with a thin element we are taking off the screen carefully.
- We remove the screen towards one of the sides until we separate it.
- Now we remove the screws from the battery and display connectors.
- We removed the flex from both the screen and the battery to separate the screen completely.
- Do not forget to separate the two flexes of the battery, as we show in the image.
- We use tweezers to pull the glue from under the battery.
- After removing it we will stick double-sided tape to the space to place the new battery.
- We put the connectors of the battery, those of the screen, we put the screws and plates.
- If our kit has the sealing of frames , we place it and we can recover the resistance to water.
- Then we place the screen from the side of the screen and finally we put the screws below.
Spare parts for iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max
In this case, being models that were presented less than a year ago, it is very difficult to find a good replacement battery for the models. The best thing we can do is to contact the store where we bought it or contact Apple’s technical service to find out the exact price of the repair and to have at our disposal an extra 6-month warranty for the battery.
In case we find a replacement battery for our iPhone 11 and we are willing to change it personally, we will need the professional repair kit with which to carry it out and follow the steps that we have explained.
How to change battery on iPhone SE 2020
The last modleo to be introduced by Apple has been this iPhone SE 2020 , the renewal of a real best seller. A smartphone that gutters with an 1821 mAh battery and which can not yet be found in any manufacturer, however we can use the same replacement kit that we have seen in the iPhone 11 in case we are able to do it with it. The steps are similar to those of the iPhone 8 and we explain them in detail:
- First we remove the screws from the bottom, which will be in the kit that we have purchased.
- With the suction cup and with the thin element we are taking off the screen, being able to apply some heat before with a dryer.
- Gradually remove the screen and cut the sides that are glued with a kind of glue.
- We remove the screws to remove the protective plate from the battery connector.
- Next we pull with a pair of tweezers the glue that is under the battery.
- Then we will add double-sided tape so that the new battery does not move.
- We put the connectors and fix the screws to the plates.
- We put the screen in its original position and put the lower screws.
