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iPhone SE 2020 same day battery replacement?

Noxegon · 2022-09-13 16:03:57

I brought my iPhone to ExpressTech today for battery replacement - but they were unable to do it. Apparently the new batteries they tried would not power up the iPhone. They suspect there's some security widget on the board rejecting non-genuine batteries. The official channels all seem to require 3-5 days. I can't easily…

13-09-2022 04:03PM

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Noxegon

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I brought my iPhone to ExpressTech today for battery replacement - but they were unable to do it. Apparently the new batteries they tried would not power up the iPhone. They suspect there's some security widget on the board rejecting non-genuine batteries.
The official channels all seem to require 3-5 days. I can't easily go off-grid for that length of time.
Anyone know a place that will do an Apple-sanctioned battery swap while you wait/with an appointment?

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#2 13-09-2022 04:18PM

Tea2

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Mactivate in Blanchardstown are a good bet for same day service. They're pretty sound so may be able to help on the spot too. official repair agent, so it'll be an authentic battery. No connection other than as a satisfied customer.

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