Can I get my 3GS battery replaced under warranty?

Just purchased a 3GS off my friend, warranty runs out in November 2011 - done the usual restore, turn of everything etc. and the battery life is still pretty bad... Is it worth taking it in while it's still in warranty? What's the chance of getting a replacement unit?

If it's still under warranty and Apple confirms that the problem is indeed a defect, then your changes of a replacement are 100%. So yes, it's definitely worth taking in.
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