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Apple iOS 26 update

iOS 26 Now Fully Compatible with Diagnostic Batteries & Displays

iOS 26 Brings Major Relief for Repair Shops: Full Compatibility Restored Apple’s official release of iOS 26 earlier this week has brought long-awaited stability to the repair community. One of the most important updates is full compatibility with diagnostic batteries and displays — both new and old — resolving long-standing issues faced by repair professionals worldwide. What Was the Issue? Before iOS 26 Beta 5, many repair shops encountered persistent problems when installing diagnostic parts. The most common challenges included: Batteries that were not upgraded to the latest software Displays showing errors or triggering warnings Pairing issues after repairs These issues often caused diagnostic parts to malfunction or triggered “unknown part” pop-ups due to version mismatches between the device and the installed component. What Has Changed in iOS 26? The newly released official version of iOS 26 completely resolves these compatibility issues. From now on, repair shops can expect a smoother workflow and improved reliability: Diagnostic batteries can now be installed without triggering “unknown part” messages — even if they haven’t been updated. Diagnostic displays work flawlessly, without error messages or pop-ups, even if they were previously paired on older iOS versions. No need to upgrade old stock — existing inventory and customer-held parts are now ready to use without modification. What This Means for Repair Shops The benefits for repair professionals are immediate and substantial: Zero workflow interruptions during repairs No more reprogramming or upgrading of older diagnostic parts Confident installations with pop-up-free operation In short, iOS 26 makes iPhone repairs faster, smoother, and more reliable than ever before. Why Did Apple Jump from iOS 18 to iOS 26? Many users were surprised to see Apple leap directly from iOS 18 to iOS 26 — but there’s a logical reason behind the change. Apple has decided to align its operating system numbers with a year-based naming system. Year-Based Naming for Better Consistency Similar to how car manufacturers label models for the next year (for example, a 2026 model released in 2025), Apple’s new system aligns all platforms — iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, and macOS 15 (internally version 26) — for easier ecosystem management and clarity across devices. A Cosmetic Change with Functional Benefits While the numerical jump from iOS 18 to iOS 26 may appear dramatic, it’s largely a cosmetic update designed to simplify version control and align Apple’s internal architecture. The real advantage lies in improved efficiency, system stability, and repair reliability. A Win for the Repair Community The release of Apple iOS 26 marks a major milestone for the repair industry. With full compatibility restored for diagnostic batteries and displays, repair shops can now operate confidently without software barriers or pop-up interruptions. It’s the perfect moment for technicians to restock on diagnostic parts, streamline their workflows, and deliver seamless, professional repairs to their customers.

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  • HOW TO FIX BATTERY DATA WITH COPY POWER

    HOW TO FIX BATTERY DATA WITH COPY POWER

    The newest QianLi tool, that helps fixing the problems of cycle, as well as efficiency that could not be corrected after cell replacement for iPhone 11 (and soon iPhone 12). But when you do this, some problems may appear. On the premise of keeping the original flex, the Battery health and Cycle can be corrected or modified by connecting the tag-on flex or built-in flex after cell replacement.   To purchase the Copy Power click here: https://4phones.eu/products/qianli-copy-power To purchase the iPhone 11 flex cables click here: https://4phones.eu/search?q=copy%20power%20flex

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  • Xiaomi: BREAKING RECORDS!

    Xiaomi: BREAKING RECORDS!

    Apparently, in 2021, you don’t need to be in the Olympics to break new records. Today, the podium belongs to Xiaomi, the newest technology brand that captured the Top Position in the European Market Share. According to a research done by Strategy Analytics, Xiaomi now has 25% of the European Market Share on the Q2 of 2021, surpassing long known Samsung (24%) and Apple (19%). The smartphone market is showing some significant changes, not only in the reparation industry but also in the buying habits.   Xiaomi has shown a great success in countries like Spain, Italy, Russia and Ukraine, where the brand exceeded the customers expectations with high value smartphones at attractive prices. What to expect with this significant change? That the need for accessories, related products and reparations are going to be more focused on the best selling brand. Be sure to stock up on enough Xiaomi accessories and spare parts and don’t forget that in 4Phones, we are #MoreThanSpareParts.   Check our Xiaomi products by clicking here.   Source: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210802005339/en/Strategy-Analytics-Xiaomi-Captures-Top-Position-in-European-Smartphone-Shipments-for-the-First-Time-in-Q2-2021-%C2%A0

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  • Can you compare the Soldering Stations Quick TS1100 and the Classic JBC?

    Can you compare the Soldering Stations Quick TS1100 and the Classic JBC?

    Written by Carlos Saca and Carlos Saca Jr. The direct answer is NO. And they are simply not comparable because they use different types of technology. The Quick uses tip technology, which makes it slower to heat and therefore slower to start soldering. In other words, it takes a few important seconds to get from 0 degrees Celsius to 350 degrees. On the other hand, the JBC uses cartridge technology, which allows the heat to be generated at the tip itself and to go from 0 degrees to 350 degrees in very little time. In addition, the thickness of the tips is not the same. For example, the Quick Machine has tips that are 0.4 millimeters thick at the tip and the JBC works with cartridges up to 0.1 millimeters; this makes it ideal for working on the smallest spots on the most difficult boards. Finally, the price of both is something to highlight, because although the JBC station more or less triples the price of the Quick, it is not such a high price to pay by the average pocket. Of course, maintaining the purchase of JBC cartridges is something quite expensive, since each one can cost you up to 40 euros, but if you take good care of them, they do not have to last a short time; rather, because of the energy-saving technology used by the JBC, they tend to last a long time in good condition. In conclusion, we do not encourage you to buy one or the other, but if you have doubts, look for the opportunity to try out a soldering station before buying it because if you do not think about it before buying them, you may have it in your workshop unused for a long time.  

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  • Xiaomi surpassed Apple. Incredible!

    Xiaomi surpassed Apple. Incredible!

    To be honest, we are not surprised. Xiaomi brand has been innovating a lot this past years, and always keeping a modest price in their mobile phones, and today, all this efforts have turned into good news. They already surpassed Apple, and now are in the second place in the cellphone market share, according to a recent study published by Canalys.   Xiaomi now has a 17% quota in cellphone sales, with an 83% increase compared to the last trimester. Other Chinese companies like Oppo and Vivo have also seen a big increase on their sales. In general terms, the smartphone industry has increased sales by 12% this trimester.   This is very good news for us, the reparation industry, because this means, more broken phones, more repairs and more income.   Who has the first place in the market share? Samsung, with a 19% quota and a 15% increase in sales versus the last trimester.   What to expect in the future? That Xiaomi will definitely go after Samsung and try to be the best-selling smartphone brand. The only thing we can do is wait, see what happens, but always be prepared. Have enough accessories, spare parts and tools to repair the best-selling smartphones, always trying to be one step ahead.   Source: https://www.mobileworldlive.com/spanish/el-mercado-de-los-smartphones-se-recupera?ID=a6g69000000leOcAAI&JobID=823788&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MWL_ES_20210721&utm_content=https%3a%2f%2fwww.mobileworldlive.com%2fspanish%2fel-mercado-de-los-smartphones-se-recupera

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  • OPPORTUNITIES FOR REPAIR SHOPS INSIDE THE EU MARKET

    OPPORTUNITIES FOR REPAIR SHOPS INSIDE THE EU MARKET

    All-size repair and accessory shops are going to get the bigger benefits from the new import rules from the European Union. You know what we’re talking about, right? The new Reform that states that all goods imported from outside of the UE need to pay VAT and go through customs clearance, regardless of the purchase amount (which before used to be 22 euros). This reform will take place on 1 July 2021, and companies are already preparing for this major change. We can see companies like UPS already updating their requirements to meet this new regulations:   #EU VAT rules are adapting to the #digital age. Find out what is changing on 1 July 2021 and how it may impact your international shipments:https://t.co/fREknMna3X #EUVATReform #ecommerce — UPS EU Policy (@UPS_EUPolicy) June 18, 2021     But what’s in it for us, UE shops? Well, as the Helsinki Times sated: “The reform will also facilitate online shops engaged in consumer trade in the EU; a company does not need to register as a VAT payer in all of the EU countries where it sells goods or e-services to consumers.” This means that repair shops will become the first option when purchasing accessories and electronic devices parts, since the objective of this law is to bring equal opportunities to all sellers inside the European Territory. Now, the cheap e-commerce sites will become secondary options, while promoting inside products with the same (or even better quality) at competitive prices. What we recommend you to do? Prepare for the inevitable increase in demand on the most frequently purchased products, like: chargers, cables, batteries, accessories, cases, etc. Be present in your customers mind: Have a good online and offline presence, keep you store clean and be welcoming to new customers, always with a smile. This is a good time to step up from your local competitors: Try giving small promotions or extras for each service or purchase.   Do you have more questions? Let us know. We’ll be happy to help you. Contact us at info@4phones.eu or visit our webshop 4phones.eu

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