Apple to Allow Repairs with Used Parts and Introduces Activation Lock for iPhone Components

Published: 11 April 2024 at 14:15

Apple announces that owners of select iPhone models can repair their devices with used genuine parts without facing compatibility issues. Parts pairing for used components will no longer trigger notifications, and calibration will occur on the device post-installation. The Self Service Repair Store will no longer require device serial numbers for ordering most parts. Activation Lock will extend to iPhone parts to restrict calibration if obtained from a device with Activation Lock or Lost Mode enabled, preventing theft.

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