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@Apple has finally released a battery case for the latest iPhones, and it costs $129. This comes after previously releasing batteries for $29, which may have affected their sales.
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According to @Apple, the Smart Battery cases are compatible with wireless charging pads, and can power an iPhone for up to 21 hours of internet use.
.@Apple introduced its battery cases along with the iPhone 6 and iPhone 7, but until Tuesday had declined to release new battery cases for the iPhone 8, iPhone X, and newer phones.
Last winter, the company was forced to admit that its software updates slow down old iPhones, confirming a long-held theory by iPhone users.
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Their response was to discount some battery replacements for a limited time, slashing the price to $29 from $79. Lots of people took advantage of this offer, some waiting hours in store to see a technician, or "Genius".
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The battery-replacement program might have affected iPhone sales. @Apple announced that its holiday quarter revenue would be more than 7% lower than it expected.
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