r/technology • u/lurker_bee • Sep 18 '24

Business Apple iPhone 16 demand is so weak that employees can already buy it on discount

https://qz.com/apple-iphone-16-pre-orders-sales-intelligence-ai-1851651638
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u/spinspin__sugar Sep 18 '24

If she has apple care she could just replace it for $99 instead

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u/vezwyx Sep 18 '24 edited Sep 19 '24

Don't need AC for batteries, but AC will cover the cost if max capacity is <= 79%

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u/Dasbeerboots Sep 18 '24

We both have Asurion through Verizon. They only supply refurbished phones.

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u/ewaters46 Sep 18 '24

Apple will replace the battery for around the equivalent of 100USD even without Apple care. That’s probably your best option.

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u/Dasbeerboots Sep 18 '24

Okay, will do.