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Here's the link for battery replacement cost from Apple. I believe the cost includes the install (labor):
- click on "Battery Replacement" in the upper left of the link
- then expand the "How much does battery replacement cost?" question
Battery replacement cost for 13" or 15" rMBP (in the US) is $199 + tax.
Apple - Support - Service Answer Center
- Nick
Well, that I find annoying. They specifically told me at the Apple Store the 13in rMBP replacement was cheaper as the 15in required replacing additional parts.
I asked for a total cost, but they may have only given me the part cost. If ifixit is correct (and I have no reason to doubt them) that changes the equation considerably.Well, that's not what ifixit claims. They're saying if you break the headphone jack you're going to be out $1000 since the entire board will need to be replaced. Maybe they're including the labor and some other parts that go along with a new logic board?
In particular it makes 13in rMBPs throwaway rather than repair items.