Apple offered the necessary spare parts and tools for users to repair the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models through the Self Service Repair Store. The new options offered by the company as part of its self-repair program include the screen, battery, camera, rear glass and various internal components. In addition, spare parts for Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra processors and Mac mini models with M6 and M5 Pro processors have also been added to the store. This allows owners of supported devices to purchase original components directly from Apple for certain repairs. The company also offers the tools needed during repair with the option of purchasing or renting them separately.
The spare parts list prepared for iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max offers a very wide scope. Users can purchase components such as rear glass, screen, battery, front and rear camera, top and bottom speaker, main microphone, SIM card tray, Taptic Engine and motherboard. In addition to these, parts related to the body of the phone are also available in the store. The product page for each component contains information about the equipment required for the specific repair. Adhesive cutters, suction cups, nylon opening tools, adhesive removal equipment, torque screwdrivers and screws can also be supplied separately.
iPhone 18 Pro screen, camera and battery replacement prices have been announced
According to the prices announced by Apple, the rear camera module of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models is sold for $ 249. This amount is at the same level as the camera replacement price of the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max models. Moreover, the presence of a variable aperture system in new models does not seem to cause an increase in the price of backup cameras. Users can receive a $59.76 refund credit when they return the old camera module to Apple. Thus, the net cost of the part for camera replacement drops to $189.24.
There is a price difference between the two models for screen replacement. The new screen for the iPhone 18 Pro is listed as $ 329, and for the larger screen iPhone 18 Pro Max, it is listed as $ 379. Apple provides credits of $16.45 and $18.95 respectively for the return of the old screen. When these amounts are taken into account, the net price of the screens comes to $ 312.55 for iPhone 18 Pro and $ 360.05 for Pro Max. It seems that the return credit on the screen side is quite limited compared to the camera replacement.
The same price of $129 is applied to battery replacement for both models. Thanks to the $61.92 credit provided if the old battery is returned, the net cost of the new battery drops to $67.08. However, it is stated that the battery listed for the iPhone 18 Pro Max is not yet ready for sale and the product page contains the phrase “Coming Soon”. The price of rear glass replacement is set at $159 for both phones. After the return of the old part, this amount decreases to $ 120.84, while the net cost for the front camera is $ 151.24 with the sales price of $ 199 and the return credit.
Apple also maintains the option of renting the necessary equipment for users who want to perform repairs. The rental fee for the seven-day repair tool set is announced as $49. Thus, users who will only perform a single repair do not need to purchase all the special equipment. However, it should be noted that the price of spare parts does not include the cost of car rental. Especially when replacing sensitive components such as the screen and camera, the necessary tools must be used and the repair instructions published by Apple must be followed.
Spare parts options for Mac models have also been expanded
The expansion in Apple’s Self Service Repair Store is not limited to iPhone models only. Various parts, from Thunderbolt and USB-C ports to fans, speakers to SSD modules, are offered for sale for Mac Studio models with M5 Max and M5 Ultra processors. Components that may require more extensive repairs, such as the motherboard and power supply, are also on the list. Thus, Mac Studio owners can access original spare parts for malfunctions in different hardware parts of the device. In addition, it is necessary to consider that some repair operations require technical knowledge and appropriate equipment.
Mac mini models with M6 and M5 Pro processors have a more limited spare parts list. Components such as fans, speakers, motherboards and power supplies are offered for these devices. Compared to Mac Studio, the track variety seems to be less. However, basic hardware components are available in-store, allowing users to perform supported repairs themselves. Especially for devices that are out of warranty, this option can be an alternative to having repairs done through an authorized service.
Apple launched the Self Service Repair program in 2022. The program provides users in supported regions with access to original spare parts, specialized repair tools and official technical manuals. The company also publishes documentation with step-by-step instructions for repairable parts. However, the availability of the program may vary depending on the country and device model. Therefore, it should not be inferred that the newly listed parts are available for sale in every country at the same time.
The inclusion of the iPhone 18 Pro series in the program increases users’ options, especially for components that may need to be replaced over time, such as the screen, battery and camera. While loans provided for the return of old parts significantly reduce the cost of some repairs, this advantage is more limited in screen replacement. In addition, the car rental fee and the technical requirements of the repair should be taken into account in the total cost evaluation. Expanded parts support for Mac Studio and Mac mini similarly enables independent troubleshooting of certain hardware faults. However, especially in complex repairs, the cost and application differences between performing the operation directly by the user and receiving professional service support need to be evaluated.