Users of an 'old iPhone' are the jerk
This year's iPhone 14 is therefore not included. Replacing that battery already costs $99 anyway. It also does not apply to devices that are still under warranty or to people who have AppleCare +.
A battery replacement can be performed in Apple stores through the Genius Bar, as well as online using mail-in service . It is also possible to have it done at authorized resellers.
Because of the price increase, you can therefore ask yourself whether it is not smarter to do it yourself. It is now possible to purchase official Apple parts online . However, it does require a special Self Repair Kit that is not yet available for rental in the Netherlands via Apple (so you cannot purchase it anyway). It is possible to order such a kit for the iPhone from third parties.
Apple's battery policy is contradictory
The choice is striking because Apple has been preaching for years that it takes the environment into account. But if the company now makes the repair of your iPhone battery more expensive, the chance is much greater that a device will eventually end up in the trash.
In addition, the company also indicated some time ago that it would offer less trade-in value for older models of the iPhone. This also applies to the iPad, Apple Watch and Mac.
If you want to trade in an iPhone 13 Pro, you're out of luck. On November 9, you received up to 690 euros back if you wanted to exchange this model for a new one. That is now 630 euros.
So if you want to have your battery replaced, you better do it before March 1 when the price increase takes effect.