Renew Instead of Replace: Changing Your Battery Extends Your Phone's Life by Years!

In the digital age we live in, our mobile devices have become indispensable companions. When battery performance starts to decline, many people’s first reaction is to consider buying a new device. However, there is a smarter and more responsible alternative: replacing the battery.

The Hidden Side of Modern Batteries

These essential components hide a paradox: while they provide us with constant connectivity, their improper disposal poses a silent environmental threat. The heavy metals they contain – such as lithium and cobalt – can remain in the environment for decades, contaminating fragile ecosystems.

Recent data shows that Portugal produces thousands of tons of electronic waste annually, much of which could be avoided with simple maintenance interventions.

Warning Signs Not to Ignore

The natural wear and tear of batteries gives clear signs – you just need to know how to interpret them. If your iPhone battery , which used to last a whole day , now barely makes it through lunch, or if your Samsung battery starts to heat up abnormally while charging, these are warnings that you should not ignore. And when the battery itself shows visible physical changes – a slight swelling or an abnormal curvature – the risk is no longer just to performance, but also to safety.

These symptoms don't just happen. Each charging cycle gradually reduces the battery's capacity. After 300 to 500 full charges (the equivalent of about two years of normal use), it's natural for the battery's battery life to decrease. But when the drop is sudden, or when the system restarts unexpectedly for no apparent reason, it's time to seriously consider an intervention.

The good news? In most cases, a professional replacement completely solves these problems, restoring your device to its original battery life and postponing the need for an upgrade for years. And contrary to what many people think, this process is now more accessible and faster than ever – many specialist shops can do it while you wait.

The Role of Each User

The new European legislation on batteries, in force since 2024, is not just a directive for manufacturers and retailers – it puts each of us at the centre of a crucial change. In Portugal, this regulation has transformed the simple change of battery into an act of environmental citizenship.

It’s no longer just a matter of taking your phone to a store to have the battery replaced. When we do so at specialized centers, we are participating in a carefully designed system: used batteries are collected on a mandatory basis, precious metals such as lithium and cobalt are recovered through advanced recycling processes, and reused materials are returned to the production cycle.

This circular economy is not abstract – it has real impacts. Each correctly disposed battery means less raw material extracted, less energy spent in production, less equipment abandoned in landfills and, furthermore, the collective achievement of Portugal’s environmental goals.

Sustainability in the technology sector is no longer the exclusive responsibility of large companies. Through simple everyday choices, each user becomes an active agent in building a cleaner future – starting with the battery in their own mobile phone.

Replacing your phone’s battery is more than just a convenience — it’s a conscious gesture that benefits both your wallet and the planet. At iServices, this procedure is carried out with maximum efficiency and safety, using quality components and specialized techniques that ensure the perfect functioning of the device. All this in just 30 minutes, without complications. So, when your phone starts to show signs of weakness — rapid discharge, excessive heating or even deformation of the battery — don’t hesitate. The solution is almost always more affordable, faster and (much) more environmentally friendly!