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Can a phone battery be revived? The truth about shocking

A worn lithium-ion battery’s capacity cannot be restored; the loss is chemical. “Shocking”, feeding current into the battery from an external supply, risks heat, swelling and fire. If the battery drains fast, the right fix is a battery replacement; good charging habits extend a new battery’s life.

Cep Market Repair TeamIn Kadıköy since 2006
Key points
  • A worn battery’s capacity cannot be restored.
  • Shocking risks heat, swelling and fire; do not try it.
  • Leave a deeply drained phone on its own charger for a while.
  • Avoiding heat and using optimised charging extends battery life.
  • If the battery drains fast, the fix is a battery replacement.

02Protecting battery life

  1. Avoid heat. Do not charge in the sun, in a car or under a pillow.
  2. Optimised charging. Turn on optimised charging on iPhone or battery protection on Android.
  3. A suitable charger. Use an original or compatible, certified charger.
  4. Deep discharge. Do not leave the phone fully empty for long.

Setting names vary by brand and version.

iPhone 8 Plus charging port and battery replacement

See also how to tell a phone battery is dead and battery replacement cost.

Brand › Model › Repair listChoose your model, ask about the faultSamsung models

03How to get your phone to us

Visit our store

Hasanpaşa Mh. Söğütlüçeşme Cd. No: 192 (opposite the mosque car park), Kadıköy. Monday – Friday 09:00 – 20:30 · Saturday 09:30 – 20:30 · Sunday: Please ask.

Send it by post

Free two-way shipping with our contracted carrier from anywhere in Turkey. Send the device without its case, in a well-protected box, with a note giving your phone number and the fault.

Motorbike courier

Within Istanbul you can send your device by motorbike courier; just send us your address and the fault on WhatsApp.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

01

Can shocking revive a phone battery?

No. Worn capacity does not come back, and shocking carries a risk of heat, swelling and fire.

02

What should I do if the phone will not charge at all?

Leave it on its own charger for a while. If no charging icon appears, the battery or charging section should be checked.

03

How can I extend battery life?

Avoid heat, turn on optimised charging and use a suitable charger.

04

Will a battery replacement delete my data?

Data is usually preserved during a repair; still, you need to back up your data before the repair starts (backups are the customer’s responsibility).

Customer reviews

What our customers say

★★★★★

Today we had an original battery replacement on our iPhone 14 Pro done by Can, and we thank him very much for his kindness, his speed and his professional support. You can come with no question marks in your mind. I recommend it 👍

Özgür Can K.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

They replaced the battery of an iPhone 11 in 20 minutes and handed the device back.

Selçuk S.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

I had the screen and battery of my 14 Pro Max replaced and I am very pleased. Thanks for your work.

Oğuzhan O.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

I think you will be pleased with their approach, their helpfulness and their care.

Our customerCustomer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

This is the place I have shopped at with endless trust and sincerity for 20 years, since the Cep Market days. I am so glad you are here; Teknoway is the only place for me.

Cavidan T.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

A very good business with friendly staff, and they answered every question I had in full. Thank you, Teknoway.

ParlakplaystationCustomer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

A company I have known for a long time that helps in every way it can. I definitely recommend dropping by and at least listening to their ideas and advice.

Murat Y.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

We had a screen protector fitted, and they gave us gifts I think were worth more than the screen protector. Most of all, thank you for the friendly welcome.

Mehmed P.Customer review · Translated from Turkish

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