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Why not replace the battery? Costs $20-30 if you use a service, can be done for < $10 if you do it yourself. Plenty of videos around showing how to do it.</p>
<p>If you get a warranty from Verizon, make sure it covers water damage. I don’t think AppleCare does.</p>
<p>If dorm insurance will cover a cell phone, vballmom’s idea seems like the best option.</p>