iPhone 16 Battery Replacement Just Got Easier with New Low Voltage Adhesive

Good news for anyone who loves to DIY their phone repairs! According to a new report from TechCrunch, Apple has introduced a clever new way to make battery replacements easier on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. This latest update involves a new adhesive design that can be loosened with low voltage, making the whole process a lot simpler for those who want to swap out their iPhone battery at home.

How Does It Work?

Here’s the cool part: the adhesive on the iPhone 16 can be loosened by applying a small amount of voltage—specifically from a 9-volt battery. So, instead of dealing with super sticky glue that requires a whole machine to melt, as we've seen with Apple's earlier Self-Service Repair kits, you can now easily remove the adhesive holding the battery in place using this low-voltage method. This is a huge win for anyone who’s tried to repair their own phone and dealt with the frustration of stubborn glue!

This new adhesive design is expected to make DIY battery replacements more accessible, as well as repairs through Apple’s Self-Service Repair program.

But What About the iPhone 16 Pro Models?

Unfortunately, this new adhesive feature is not present on the iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max. However, Apple hasn’t forgotten about making repairs easier for those models. The Pro models have a rearchitected interior, which should make accessing key components less of a headache. Plus, a few notable upgrades include:

• The LiDAR Scanner is now serviceable.
• The TrueDepth Camera can be repaired without needing to tether the iPhone to a Mac.

These changes should make life easier for professionals and DIY repairers alike, especially when it comes to swapping out those tricky internal parts.

New Repair Assistant in iOS 18

On top of these hardware improvements, Apple is also rolling out a new Repair Assistant with iOS 18. This handy app will guide both professionals and consumers through the process of calibrating different modules after they’ve been replaced. It’s a nice touch for anyone who’s unsure about those final steps after installing a new part, ensuring that everything works smoothly afterward.

What’s Next?

The iPhone 16 is set to be released this Friday, and we’ll likely see the first teardowns not long after. These teardowns will give us an even clearer look at just how repair-friendly the new iPhone lineup really is.

With these improvements, Apple is definitely making strides toward making iPhone repairs more accessible. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or just someone who wants to make sure their phone lasts as long as possible, these new features could make a big difference. Stay tuned for more details once we get our hands on those teardowns!

Are you excited about the new repair-friendly features of the iPhone 16? Let us know what you think!