I have an iPhone 13 and the battery broke, but I don't want to go straight to the Apple Store because it costs a fortune. I know a few repair shops downtown, but I'm not sure if they sell genuine parts or counterfeits. Does anyone know where I can find certified batteries and screens without spending a ton of money?
Why wouldn't you consider the official Apple Store, aside from the price? Honestly, if you're looking for certified genuine iPhone parts in Milano, your choices are pretty limited: beyond Apple Store and apple.com, you can try Apple authorized resellers (you'll find them on the official site), but the prices are basically the same. Independent shops selling genuinely original parts are rare and cost almost as much as Apple anyway, and the risk of ending up with counterfeits is high. If you really want to save money, you've got to choose between certified aftermarket batteries (like Anker) that cost less and work decently, or wait for discounts on apple.com during promotional periods.
I tried the unofficial shop route years ago and wouldn't do it again - that cheaper battery ended up wearing out really badly. The truth is that in Milan there are very few authorized places beyond the Apple Store, and independent shops in the historic center basically don't have access to certified Apple parts, just compatible replacements which isn't the same thing.
What nobody tells you is that you can try MediaWorld or Euronics in the city - sometimes they have some certified Apple accessories, but for batteries and replacement screens unfortunately it depends on the store and what they have in stock. If the official price is really weighing on you, the only decent option left is to wait for some promotion on apple.com, which at least guarantees you're getting the genuine part. It's different if you like taking things apart and are willing to use verified compatible parts, but if you want peace of mind and a warranty then the official channel is what you're stuck with.
Certified original parts in Milan are really hard to find outside the Apple Store, and believe me, I've tried everything to work around the cost! The only serious route is to go to authorized Apple resellers (you'll find them on the official website by searching for "service provider" in your area), but the prices stay high because they have the same margins as the company.
If you really want to save money, it's better to go for decent aftermarket batteries rather than risk unknown shops that promise "originals" at rock-bottom prices - most of the time they're refurbished or counterfeit and don't last long, and you end up regretting that you spent the money anyway! With screens the situation is even trickier because the risk of display damage is high if it's done badly.
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