Back in April, Apple announced that customers and independent repair shops would soon be able to utilize genuine Apple parts from older iPhones to repair newer models. Now, Apple has officially added a new ‘Repair Assistant’ feature to the latest iOS 18. With this brand-new addition, iPhone users can configure replacement parts after a repair. As a part of Repair Assistant, Apple has extended Activation Lock to replaceable iPhone parts to prevent stolen iPhones from being disassembled for parts.
This feature is not available on all iOS 18-compatible devices. Only iPhone 12 or later models can use the Repair Assistant tool to link batteries, displays, cameras, and other replacement parts to your Apple Account and activate the Activation Lock in case they are installed in another iPhone.
New in iOS 18
If you have replaced an original battery from a third party, you can now configure it as a Genuine Apple battery.
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For instance, you can configure the iPhone battery with the Repair Assistant tool to ensure that Battery Health monitoring works properly. For display, the configuration process ensures that Auto brightness, True Tone, Dark Mode, and other features are accessible. You can use this tool to configure parts that were installed prior to iOS 18’s release. For example, if you had an iPhone battery replacement and opted for an original Apple battery from a third party, you could configure it as a genuine Apple component.
How to Use the iOS 18 Repair Assistant Tool
Here’s how to effectively utilize the iOS 18 Repair Assistant tool:
- Install iOS 18 on your iPhone.
- Go to Settings -> General -> About. If you have had a repair and there’s a part that can be configured, you’ll see a new ‘Parts and Service’ section. Bear in mind that you won’t see this section if you never had a repair.
- Under Configuration Available, find the component and hit the Restart and Finish Repair option.
- Make sure you’re connected to Wi-Fi and follow the on-screen prompts.
Impact of the New Repair Tool
The new repair tool will eliminate any discrepancies in the iPhone repair process, especially when you opt for third-party repairs. This addition to iOS 18 will ensure that the parts used in your iPhone are identified as brand-new or original. This change is a crucial part of Apple’s new repair policy, providing users with peace of mind that the repaired parts will function like the originals.
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What You Will Learn
- Apple's new Repair Assistant feature in iOS 18 allows users to configure replacement parts.
- Only iPhone 12 and later models can utilize this tool effectively.
- The tool enhances the functionality of parts like batteries and displays post-repair.
- Users can ensure that their repaired parts are original or certified components.
