Apple sorry for slowing iPhones, cuts battery price by $50

SAN FRANCISCO - Apple is apologizing for secretly slowing down older iPhones, which it says was necessary to avoid unexpected shutdowns related to battery fatigue.
 Many customers had interpreted the move as a way to juice demand for newer models.
 Apple also says it will cut the price of a battery replacement by $50 to $29. It previously cost $79 for those who didn't purchase the Apple Care maintenance plan.
 The replacement plan begins in late January for anyone wit