Apple retroactively subsidizing iPhone battery replacements

Those who got the battery replaced on their iPhone 6 or newer device at an Apple-sanctioned facility anytime within 2017 are eligible to get $50 back.

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Apple fails to explain why iPhone throttling was not disclosed to Canadian government

The behavior was covered under umbrella language explaining the measures it took to stop iPhones from suddenly shutting down with the iOS 10.2.1 software update.

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Death, lawsuits and the OnePlus X2 | #PNWeekly 291 (LIVE at 3p ET)

On this week's show, T-Mobile and Google facing big lawsuits. a couple of dying phone makers and the true threat to civilization (hint: it's a fake phone).

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Apple slaps HomePod with predictably high $279 out-of-warranty repair price

If you haven't extended your limited HomePod warranty with $39 AppleCare+ service, you may want to, as uncovered repairs will be quite expensive.

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ShatterShield peeling off edges of Moto Z2 Force, customers being charged for repair

Those who couldn't or didn't want to argue down the price were supposedly charged anywhere from $50 to $150 for the replacement of a part that used to be user-replaceable for $40.

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Apple: iPhone 8, iPhone X battery management is more robust than older devices

But it's not because of the software. In fact, there's a reasonable implication that Apple is claiming that new hardware means no throttling will be warranted in future software updates.

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With iPhone battery replacement program, Apple may give rebates to those who paid full price

That's according to a Senate committee chairman. That committee has released a letter from Apple that answers some of its questions about the program.

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Google begins offering Moto X4 with Android One as Project Fi Nexus 5X replacement

If you're the unlucky owner of a faulty Project Fi Nexus 5X... with device protection, you're suddenly in luck, as Google will give you a Moto X4 to replace your old phone.

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Lacking iPhone 6 Plus repair stock, iPhone 6s Plus units may be given out

A directive to retail employees and third-party servicers indicates that as resources are extremely tight for iPhone 6 Plus customers that they could get a surprise upgrade.

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Apple begins replacing batteries for older iPhones earlier than announced

Originally set for late January, the company is now offering $29 rates for out-of-warranty battery replacements on throttled iPhones.

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LG appoints new mobile division president and CEO in bid to turn its business around

The long-struggling LG Mobile Communications Company officially has a new skipper in charge with reviving the popularity of the chaebol's smartphones.

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Samsung Electronics appoints three new co-CEOs, announces full record-setting Q3 2017 results

Samsung Electronics is keen to avoid a leadership "vacuum" with a younger new generation of managers while making even more money during Q3 than Q2 2017.

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