IPad Battery Replacement: Here Are Your 3 Options

An iPad battery is not blessed with long life. 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 may start to drain faster than usual. Your iPad may turn off unexpectedly. The battery may only charge when it is plugged in. And, when the battery is completely discharged, you cannot use other functions of your device. Your iPad becomes as useless as the battery. Instead of waiting for the DEAD signal, it is best to change the iPad battery at the first sign of a battery problem. It will allow you to use your device without annoying interruptions.

Did you decide to buy a new battery or your iPad? Let’s take a look at how you can replace the battery.

Apple Stores if the iPad is still under warranty

Make an appointment with the closest Apple store to your location if your iPad is still under Apple’s limited warranty. The store will replace the battery for free. Plus, if you bring your device to the store, you don’t have to worry about poor quality service or using poor parts. The technician 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 lively place that receives a high volume of repair requests. Even a simple service like iPad battery replacement can take up to five business days.

Third-party service centers if iPad is not covered by Apple’s warranty

Has your iPad warranty expired? If so, the Apple Store will charge you a hefty battery replacement fee. 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 enlist 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 Apple stores. Some popular centers also offer a free pick-up and drop-off service. However, you can’t trust a third-party hub in the same way that you trust an Apple store. You first need to make sure that it is safe and reliable and that you have a team of trained technicians. Also, before handing over your iPad, find out if it uses genuine Apple parts or not.

Do it yourself if you want to save money

If you want to save on repair costs, try replacing the iPad battery yourself. You can buy the necessary tools and the new battery online and then follow the instructions provided by the 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.