iPad Battery Replacement: Here Are Your 3 Options
An iPad battery is not blessed with a long lifespan. It would work for a few years and then it would die. When your health begins to deteriorate, you will begin to experience various problems. The battery might start draining faster than normal. Your iPad might shut down unexpectedly. The battery may only charge when plugged in. And, when the battery is completely drained, you cannot use other features of your device. Your iPad becomes as useless as the battery. Instead of waiting for the DEAD signal, it is better to replace the iPad battery at the first sign of battery problems. It will allow you to use your device without annoying interruptions.
Decided to buy a new battery or your iPad? Let’s take a look at how you can replace your battery.
Apple Stores if the iPad is still under warranty
Book an appointment with the Apple Store closest to you if your iPad is still under Apple’s limited warranty. The store will replace the battery for free. Plus, if you take your device to the store, you don’t have to worry about shoddy service or using substandard parts. The technician there will replace the old battery with only a genuine battery. However, you can’t expect an Apple store to replace the battery in a couple of hours. It is a busy place that receives a high volume of repair requests. Even a simple service like an iPad battery replacement can take up to five business days.
Third-party service centers if the iPad is not under Apple’s warranty
Has your iPad warranty expired? If yes, Apple store will charge you a hefty fee for battery replacement. You can still take your device to the store if you don’t mind the exorbitant out-of-warranty fees, the long drive, and the waiting line. But, if that matters to you, there is a second option available to you. You can take the help of a third party service center. At such centers, repair technicians usually replace your iPad battery within an hour. They will also charge you less than the Apple stores. Some well-known centers also offer a free pick-up and drop-off service. However, you cannot trust a third-party center in the same way that you trust an Apple store. You must first make sure that it is safe and reliable and that it has a team of trained technicians. Also, before you hand over your iPad, find out whether it uses genuine Apple parts or not.
Do it yourself if you want to save money
If you want to save repair costs, try replacing the iPad battery yourself. You can buy the necessary tools and new battery online and then follow the instructions provided by online DIY tutorials to replace the battery. However, the DIY option is very risky if you don’t have the skills or have never ventured inside your iPad.