On 12/21/2017 7:38 PM, nospam wrote:
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And what is so dire about getting a battery changed?

nothing. nobody is preventing anyone from doing exactly that.

How easy is it to replace a battery in an iPhone.
From what I read, not very.
Also see the comments to a pending NY right to repair bill. You will
have to look for them.
https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iPhone+8+Plus+Battery+Replacement/98260

Don't bother telling us that most people get anew phone, before the
battery craps out.

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PeterN