iPhones will be able to give owners a detailed history of what parts were replaced

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The new feature will inform users if the device was previously repaired and if a genuine screen or battery was used. With the upcoming iOS 15.2 update for the iPhone, a new parts and service history section will be added, which will provide some insight and peace of mind for buyers of used or refurbished phones.

Adding a date on when the service was performed is one of the new features that the new update expands on. When an aftermarket screen was installed, Apple included a warning. If a battery is not genuine, the older models of the phone can warn, while the newer ones can call out more.

The process for repairing the screen on the iPhone 13 was made more difficult by earlier versions of the software.

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There is a new Parts and Service History section in the new version of the app.

Buying and selling used iPhones can be a big deal, but it can be scary not knowing if the device has a good battery or if the screen is bad. This could happen if a third-party shop is performing the repair.

Customers will be able to get genuine parts and repair their phones at home with the announcement of Self Service Repair from Apple. Since this method of service is supported by Apple, newer iPhones on the newer version of the operating system will acknowledge that a repair was done and the parts are genuine.

If aftermarket parts are used, then companies and independent buyers have the leverage to quote lower values if a repair is reported in settings. If a phone needs to be sent in for inspection to confirm a trade-in value, this can lead to very frustrating situations.