TechPhonesiPhonesYou can now repair your own iPhone or MacBook via Apple Self-ServiceApple Self-Service has just rolled out across large parts of Europe – here’s how you can use itWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechPhonesiPhonesYou can now repair your own iPhone or MacBook via Apple Self-ServiceApple Self-Service has just rolled out across large parts of Europe – here’s how you can use itWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Apple Self-Service has just rolled out across large parts of Europe – here’s how you can use it
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
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(Image credit: Apple)
As fans and owners ofAppleproducts, there is always one sticking point that arises – repairs. Generally, in the past, owners of Apple products would need to go to an Apple authorised technician in order to carry out repairs. Often, this resulted in extortionate bills, and left many looking for an alternative.
In November last year, Apple introduced the Self-Service Repair program, in a bid to combat this. The idea is simple – users can purchase parts for select repairs to older devices, like theiPhone 12andiPhone 13, and complete them at home. Apple provides an extensive repair manual for the services users can undertake themselves.
Now, this service has rolled out to a handful of European countries. Customers in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, Sweden, and the UK can all now make use of the Self-Service Repair program.
OniPhone’s, you can carry out repairs on the battery, the bottom speaker, the camera, the display, the SIM tray and the taptic engine. On MacBook models, a more extensive range of repairs can be undertaken. everything from the keys and the battery, to the logic board and the trackpad can be repaired, with lots more in between.
(Image credit: Apple)
(Image credit: Apple)
Which devices are eligible for Apple Self-Service Repair?
The service allows repairs on any iPhone 12 or 13 variant, plus the newiPhone SE 3rd generation. In terms ofMacBook’s, users can elect to repair any device with an M1 chip. The full list is below:
iPhone models
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It’s a great service for those who feel comfortable making their own repairs, and should enable these people to extend the lifespan of their devices and save a little cash in the process. Personally, I’d enjoy having a go at any of the iPhone repairs offered here. The manual is really well detailed, including lots of safety information for what to do should anything go wrong. I’d feel comfortable enough with that level of information to undertake the job.
For the majority of people, the peace of mind of a trusted repair technician handling the job is likely to be worth more than the savings on offer, though. Unless you’re really tech-savvy, you stand to risk an expensive piece of tech for a comparatively small saving.
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