Apple’s done a lot to make iPhones easier to repair over the years, especially with things like the Self Repair Program and a redesign that allows repair technicians to open iPhones from the front or back — depending on the repair in question. But with the iPhone 16, Apple has confirmed it’s taking repairability to a whole new level.

Apple has informed publications including Tom's Guide and Engadget about some repair-friendly design and policy changes pertaining to the

Apple has outfitted the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus with a new kind of adhesive that makes it faster and safer to swap out the battery.

Apple has announced significant improvements in the repairability of its latest iPhone 16, addressing criticisms faced by earlier models. Alongside a more straightforward battery replacement process,