Valve confirms iFixit will restock Steam Deck LCD batteries next week

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Valve has confirmed that iFixit will resume selling replacement batteries for the Steam Deck LCD handheld, after reports emerged that the part had been discontinued. The company stated that iFixit expects to have the batteries back in stock within a week. Valve clarified that iFixit will continue to receive the same OEM parts sourced through Valve's manufacturing partners as before. The news comes as Steam Deck owners are increasingly reaching the point where battery replacements are needed. Valve has generally been praised for its repair-friendly approach to the Steam Deck.

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