On the other hand, Apple has seen time and time again that thinner phone deliver more profits. Maybe people complaining about performance will have an impact th

On the other hand, Apple has seen time and time again that thinner phone deliver more profits. Maybe people complaining about performance will have an impact this time! One can hope. Also, I was under the impression that you can replace batteries - you just need to bring the phone to Apple. Ifixit has a 30 minute procedure that you can do on the 7 as well, without bringing it in.