The arrival of iOS 15.2 brings a new section into the iPhone Settings, which shows the ‘history’ of the components hardware and services. This guarantees that the components of your smartphone are genuine and certified by Apple.
iOS 15.2 shows the ‘history’ of iPhone components
As Apple itself explains in an official document, the new function “Parts and Service History” becomes accessible after taking action to replace one or more parts of your iPhone. This option comes up iOS 15.2 and you can find it by going to:
- Settings
- General
- From here, go to Information to access the History of Parts and Services
However, the information in this section will vary based on the iPhone model you have in your possession. In fact, those who have an iPhone XR, XS and XS Max, or an iPhone SE, will be able to see if the battery smartphone has been replaced. Who owns an iPhone 11 will also be able to evaluate if it is screen has undergone a replacement. Who has an iPhone 12 or 13, in addition to battery and screen, can check the status of the camera.
If you have replaced these parts with an official Apple component, you will find the words “Genuine Apple component“. The message “Unknown component” will appear instead if the installation of the part was not successful, if the component is not original or if it does not work as intended.
However, Apple specifies that the writing in this section will not affect the ability to use the components even if they are not original. This should guarantee more freedom in repairs, while underlining the importance of using genuine components, which for Apple are a way to ensure the functioning of the iPhone even if repair your iPhone yourself.