iPhone 15 Pro Rear Panel Easier to Repair, Could Lead to Lower Repair Costs

One of the main concerns for many iPhone users, especially those using the “Pro” range, has been the high cost of getting their devices replaced or repaired through Apple’s official channels. Recent iPhone models, including the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro, have been known for their challenging repairability, especially for the back glass. However, Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro models seem to represent a shift towards creating iPhones that are more repair-friendly rather than replacing the entire device.

At the launch event, Apple emphasized that the iPhone 15 Pro models “use the industry’s first thermomechanical process” and “titanium bands surround a new substructure made of 100 percent recycled aluminum, joining the two metals with incredible strength. solid-state diffusion.” In addition, Apple said that “the aluminum body helps dissipate heat and allows for easy replacement of the rear glass.”

This change was first introduced on the standard iPhone 14 models, whose design allows the phone to be opened from both the front and the back, as reported by MacRumors. Unfortunately, this redesign did not extend to the iPhone 14 Pro models.

Additionally, the iPhone 15 Pro uses more durable materials, with a titanium body replacing the stainless steel used in iPhones (iPhone XS, 11 Pro, 12 Pro, 13 Pro, and 14 Pro) since the iPhone X was released in 2017. However, it’s worth noting that iPhones still have glass on both sides, making them susceptible to breakage.

While it’s unclear whether the new iPhones will be more durable than the iPhone 14 series, as they still use the same Ceramic Shield glass, the improved repairability should make it easier and potentially more cost-effective to repair their devices. However, the exact repair costs that Apple might charge for iPhone 15 Pro repairs are still unclear.