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Summertime Safety Precautions for Your Mobile Device

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If you’re going to the beach, leave your iPhone at home. We know how great it is to bring your phone with you to the beach and be able to text and surf the internet, maybe snap a photo of some waves, birds, or scenery. We also know how often we have customers contact us wondering why their phones stopped working.  Well, we’ve seen it all too many times where a customer jumped in the ocean with their phone in their pocket, and the salt water did a number. If you’re going to bring it to the beach, get a waterproof case. Something like the lifeproof case or something as simple as the aquapac. This will provide ample protection and insure that your mobile device will not get sand in it or get wet. Do this before you go to the beach.

If you’re going on a boat, leave your phone in the dry storage. Most boats have some kind of dry storage. You can’t anticipate when you will get wet on a boat, but chances are, you will, and if your iPhone is out, so will your iPhone.  iPhone water damage is only repairable about 90% of the time and it is not a quick and easy repair. Stay safe, stay dry. Should you find yourself with a wet phone, do not try to power it on. If it went in salt water or chlorine, rinse it with fresh water and then put the device in a bag of silica gel or dry uncooked rice. Let it sit for 24-48 hours before trying anything.

Do not leave your phone in the car if you live in a hot area. Heat can kill LCD screens. We’ve seen many times where a device was left in the car, and the heat basically heated up the LCD screen to the point where it was done. Done as in non-functioning.

Expect the unexpected. People get wild during the summer. If you live in an area where during the winter, people hibernate, summer is the time for people to come out of the wood works. Get a good case. We always recommend Speck, Lifeproof, or the Otterbox. These 3 cases will offer you the best protection money can buy. Get a screen protector. Keys will scratch a screen. Better to scratch a $5 screen protector. If you’re not a fan of a case, get a nice skin or some body armor for your device.

If you’re out and about, make sure you activate location services and activate a little program called “Find my phone.” It’s free and simple. It basically allows to you find your phone using the GPS should you misplace it or leave it somewhere.  The great thing is, in the awful case that some snags your iPhone, you can remote wipe it so no one can get access to your information

Lastly, keep a passcode on your phone. It amazes me so much that people store similar info, if not more secure info on their phones, and don’t password protect it. Trust me, do it. If someone gets your phone, they can easily get your email, and potentially get on banking or other apps/web sites that contain sensitive information.

If the unfortunate happens to your mobile device, remember, iFixYouri is here to help you out! Just pop us an email or give us a call, we’ll be happy to answer any/all of your questions!

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Happy Birthday Mr. iPhone! You are about to turn five!

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Thousands upon thousand packed the streets in front of Apple stores and at the time, only AT&T stores to cough up a chunk of change to hold in their hand and own what became a cultural phenomena.  In a quick 3 days, apple sold a million of them.

Critics thought the device was too expensive and wouldn’t sell. They thought it was a cool device, but since the customer was stuck with only AT&T at the time, and also stuck using iTunes software, it was doomed to fail. Out came the App store that helped strengthen the hold on the customer and came to deepen the bond that was iPhone and iPhone user. Over 650,000 apps are available on the Apple App Store. 30 billion downloads have been made. The iPhone had proven itself and in a short time, it won over even the toughest of critics.

Regardless of the lack of open-source, people still loved it. Apple made it so that there was only one way(without jailbreaking), to install apps, transfer data and music, and sort your pictures. The iPhone did what every other device that was coming out on the market was trying to do. It created a loving relationship and a simple way to combine an internet communicator, a camera, an ipod, and a phone all into one.

It is the premier consumer device in modern times, and has created industries single handedly. iFixYouri for example, spawned from a single broken iPhone. It all came from one single iphone repair. Model after model, droves of people line up outside stores during launch time to be the first to own the next greatest device of our times. Images get leaked months prior, people go nuts and rumors spread like wildfire.  In the first quarter of 2012, Apple reported more than 400,000 activations per day. Yes, I said 400,000.  That means their global sales have recently doubled. Absolutely insane.

We feel that the iPhone has a usability that is unmatched. It’s literally so easy to use a 1 year-old knows how to use it. That’s the key. Keep it simple.

The iPhone is not only the world’s most popular smartphone, it makes Apple a ton of cash. Apple sells only 9% of the cellphones out on the market, but accounts for 73% of the industry profits.

The fact that there are over 200 million of these devices on the market now has created a whole other industry. The industry that iFixYouri is in. We fix Apple products, and love fixing iPhones. Just think about that for a second. Apple creates so many devices that sell so well, companies can survive just off of fixing one product, of one company. Pretty amazing, and for this, all of us at iFixYouri say thank you and happy birthday iPhone. On June 29th, 2012, you will be 5 years old.

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Is your iPhone lifeproof?

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Sooooo many customers have been asking us for the ever sought after “Lifeproof” Case…I’m proud to announce that we have jumped through the hoops and we are now an Authorized Lifeproof Reseller. Check any of our walk-in locations for these amazing cases and accessories to go with them. They are very awesome and super durable. If you’re unsure of what all they can do, visit Lifeproof.com for more details. They go quick so get them while they’re hot! Just a short blurb for now…just wanted to give everyone out there a quick heads up!

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What iPhone Case is Right for You??

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Hello iWorld,

The iPhone is one of the greatest pieces of technology out today, but as we all know is damaged very easily. Customers are always asking me recommendations to help protect their phone in the future. The best thing to do to prevent a cracked screen or water damage is to use a good iPhone case. I have chosen my favorite 3 cases on the market today, which are all available at any of our walk in locations or in our online store. Each case is different and excels in different areas.

Physical Damage: Otter Box Defender Series

If you find yourself constantly having to replace broken screens, the Otter Box Defender Series is great for you. The case has two layers of protection. The inner layer of the case is made of a hard plastic shell and screen protector. The outer layer is a thick silicone shell that helps absorb any impact your device might have. Now no case can completely protect your iPhone from any physical damage, but the Otter Box does a great job testing these limits. I’ve seen many customer and friends purposely drop their iPhone in an Otter Box to show off how durable it is. The case does help prevent water damage, but will not help if water is excessive or submerged.

Water Damage: LifeProof

The LifeProof case is simply amazing. This case is what anyone who has been affected by water damage is looking for. The case creates a seal around your phone and prevents any water from getting to the device. My favorite feature of this case is it allows you took take pictures and videos underwater up to 6 ft. Yes I said underwater! For anyone looking to get those epic vacation or weekend photos, this case is a must have. Something to breifly note is the headphone jack plug that is included in the case is very important and helps keep water out of the device. I have had numerous customers not realize this and still damage the device. The case does a decent job protecting against physical damage, but should be avoided. If you are frequently near water and are worried about losing your device and information on it, fortunately these needs are now met with the LifeProof case and iCloud. iCloud is a great feature and I am constantly advising customers to set it up on their phone. iCloud is available on the latest update and automatically stores your cell phones info on an online server.

Best Overall: Specks’ Hard Candy Shell

Of all the cases on the market, personally I feel that Specks’ Hard Candy Shell is the best. The case is slender and offers a good deal of protection. Most of my fellow iFixYouri technicians also use this case on their own iPhones. The case like the Otter Box has two layers of protection. The inner layer is a thicker silicone case that helps absorb any shock the phone might get from dropping. The outer layer is a hard plastic case that helps spreading out the shock to the inner layer when dropped. My favorite feature of this case is it easily slips in and out of my pocket. The case can be hooked up to most chargers and easily separated for dock connector accessories. The case is even raised around the sides, which helps prevent the glass from actually striking the ground.

If you have any questions regarding which case is best for you, please contact our nation wide mail center at 561 328 9535 and one of my fellow skilled technicians would be happy to assist.

Ryan @ iFixYouri

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iFixYouri talks to NPR re: water damaged iPhone

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Recently our friends over at NPR on a segmant called how to do any gave us a call asking us what we would recommend to do if you suffer from iphone water damage. Well, in a nutshell, take your device and stick it in a bag of rice and let it sit in there for about 2 days.

It was pretty fun. We chatted with the hosts of “How to do everything” for a while and wanted to say a quick thanks!

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iFixYouri Has Opened 2nd Store in Boston Area!

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BOSTON, Ma. – iFixYouri, the nation’s premier source for smartphone and small electronics repair, has opened a new repair location on Newbury St. in Boston, Ma. This location offers iPhone repair, and fixes all smartphones, iPads, iPods, game consoles and personal computers; many of which can be completed while you wait. This new location opened in March 2012 and offers a 1 year warranty on glass repair and a 90 day warranty on other repairs, free diagnostic services, and the lowest price guaranteed on all repairs.

Owner Christopher Johncke said “We’re ecstatic to become part of Newbury St, Boylston St, and the Back Bay neighborhood. We are looking forward to growing with the community and providing a great service to all of our customers.” For the past year, iFixYouri has been in business with their first Boston shop located in the Cambridge/Somerville areas. He added, “We base our business on the fact that we want to satisfy each and every customer. We want them to have an experience with our business that is second to none. You broke your device, we can and will fix it and make it function just like new. Whether you need to fix your iPhone or iPod, or need an iPad repair, most repairs can be completed while you wait. That makes our service extremely convenient for our customers.”

The repair techs at iFixYouri have seen, and repaired, nearly every type of damaged iPhone, iPad, iPod, personal computer and all other electronic devices. From owners placing phones in toaster ovens to dry out water damage, to construction workers dropping an iPhone into a cement mixer, to iPad’s falling off of five story buildings. They have seen and repaired it all.

In a day and age where consumers rely on their mobile devices to guide their daily lives from email, GPS, games, social media and more, it is no wonder that the demand for repair needs are on the rise. Smartphones and tablets are experiencing more accidents, most commonly water damage and broken screens.

The option to replace these costly devices is not often available for the average consumer. When devices break, consumers now find themselves disconnected from their social and professional world. iFixYouri offers a solution alternative to just replacing the device. For a fraction of the cost to replace the device, iFixYouri can repair damaged smartphones, iPads, iPods, game consoles and computers.

They also have repair services and programs to support businesses, Government, and educational institutions whose employees/students are using devices that break. If you are not near one of the many walk-in locations, iFixYouri offers a full line of mail-in repair services through their website.

iFixYouri will be offering the same great service that the Somerville/Cambridge location has been offering for the past year! The new location is right on the corner of Newbury St and Fairfield St, about 400 ft. from the once world’s largest Apple store.

Their new shop is located at:

247 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116
(857) 233-4747

For additional information about iFixYouri’s Boston Newbury location visit their iPhone Repair Boston page.

 

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iFixYouri opens location on Newbury St in Boston, MA!

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UPDATE: We have another store open in the Boston area! Check our locations page for new listings.

Looking for Boston iPhone repair? Then look no further – we’re proud to announce the opening of our 5th location, situated conveniently on Newbury St in Boston, MA! This is our 2nd store in the Boston area and we’re excited to grow in one of the cities that we love!

We’re going to be offering the same great service that our Somerville/Cambridge location has been offering for the past year! The new location is right on the corner of Newbury St and Fairfield St, about 400 ft from the once world’s largest Apple store.

Just look for the Boloco, they’re our favorite neighbor who serves delicious Burritos every day! We offer a full range of iPhone, iPad, computer, and any other smartphone repair that you’ll need.

Our current store hours are Monday-Friday 10am-7pm and Saturday-Sunday from 11am-3pm. Our address is

247 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116
(857)-233-4747

Stop in, say hello, get a repair, then grab some lunch. Majority of repairs are completed in 15-30 minutes and can be done while you wait! Looking for iPhone repair in Boston? Look no further.

Thank you Boston and we’re honored to be a part of prestigious Newbury St!

Over the past couple years iFixYouri has become a leader in the iPhone repair industry, providing lightning fast turn around for both mail-in customers and walk-in customers alike. From cracked screens to water damaged devices like the iPad and iPhone, iFixYouri can fix it.

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Kindle Fire Repair Services are now live!

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So we’ve recently had an overwhelming request for Kindle Fire repairs. Not sure what happened but we had seemingly disregarded the pretty little kindle fire and not had the repair services listed on our website. That is all fixed now! If you are in need of a kindle fire glass repair, look no further!

The kindle fire is very similar to the iPad, but smaller, and more inexpensive. It has a glass screen that is easy to touch(yay!!!), and a separate LCD screen below that can be repaired by itself. We prefer the glass to be separate from the LCD, as it makes repairs for the device much more affordable for the end consumer.

Should you need any help with any of your devices, we’re here to help. Give us a shout and we’ll be there for you.

Time to go help some customers and tend to the phones and emails! Have a good day!

-Chris

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