If you’re unsure of what iPhone screen repair you’re in need of, don’t feel like you’re the only one. It is easy to lump iPhone 3G and 3Gs together because as the name suggests, the 3Gs is an upgrade from its predecessor, not deserving of a more unique title. This helps the overall process of fixing these phones similar in many ways, although before any repair do your research so you know what your are getting into. Basically, don’t read about how to fix a 3G if you own a 3Gs. One way in which these phones have something in common is screen repair. While the parts are not the same necessarily, the process in which one performs a DIY repair is very similar.

One main nuance is the fact that the the glass screen and LCD digitizer display are not glued together. In the iPhone 3G repair world this is a big difference to the original model and the new iPhone 4 that is stuck together to avoid dust in the display.

As our much overlooked 3G and 3Gs tests showed, even with protective covers the iPhone can be in danger of LCD display issues even when the glass does not shatter or get cracked. Sometimes the iPhone 3G screen is cracked but the LCD behind it is fine. Screen display issues varies in price depending on the exact need, which often times comes down to if the glass and/or LCD is broken.

An iPhone 3Gs repair is much the same story, as broken glass can be an easier type of DIY repair but LCD damage can be much more difficult. Overall, fixing a 3G iPhone will cost a little more than the 3G.

DIY iPhone replacement parts are also becoming increasingly popular. Our services offer a great way for you to find out how to fix something yourself. Sometimes people think they can fix something but after speaking with us are thankful we saved them from disaster. Give us a call and we will find the right iPhone repair solution for you. If you know what you want, rest assured that when ordering, you will be receiving your products and services from the growing leader in Apple iPhone repair services.

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iPhone 4 Repair video of drop tested iPhone w/ bumper

July 9, 2010 Staff 5 Comments

We have detailed closely our ability to break the iPhone 4 on concrete, with a protective bumper and without. You can check out our video section for all of our film sessions. The bumper does not seem to make much of a difference in protecting from glass damage. When the iPhone 4 screen breaks, the LCD behind it is also ruined. This raises the overall cost of iPhone parts needed and make the DIY iPhone 4 repair process much more difficult. Lucky for those who break an iPhone, the techs at iFixyouri.com have seen it all and repair almost everything.

The video below is our demonstration on how to fix the iPhone 4 yourself. Before any DIY repair you need to make sure you have the correct tools and parts needed for successful repair.

After doing the iPhone 4 drop test, we decided to make yet another video of us fixing the poor poor iPhone 4. Sit back and enjoy!

Parts Needed for DIY iPhone 4 screen repair:

Glass Kit

Repair tools needed:

Precision Screwdriver
Plastic Spudger

Remember: STAY GROUNDED – Be sure you are electrostatic discharge(ESD) safe. We always use static mats w/ a wrist strap to be sure we’re properly grounded!

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iPhone 4 Screen Damage bumper test

July 9, 2010 Staff 25 Comments

We have heard a lot of talk about the iPhone 4 bumper helping with reception problems but now we test it to see if it can prevent glass and LCD damage. The results are not good for iPhone 4 owners who just got a protective bumper, as the 3rd drop on concrete resulted in a shattered screen. The iPhone 4 repair team is on standby to answer any questions and as you see in the video below, for good reason.

Going back to our first test, it was noted that the i4 glass sit on top of the frame, rather than inset like the 3g and 3gs. This fact, along with glass on both sides of the iPhone 4, makes broken glass on the i4 a common reality. The protective bumper is the same bumper that is supposed to help with the much publicized iPhone 4 antenna.

We’ve have known for a little while now that iPhone 4 bumpers do not offer all of the protection needed because customers have called in an told us. Although it does not take a video by iFixyouri to inform you that dropping your new iPhone 4 on concrete is a bad idea, hopefully this video squashed any doubts as to the bumpers effectiveness. A DIY fix for any type of cracked glass on an i4 screen can be difficult.

Other Tests

We have now performed three tests on the iPhone 4. The first was with the parts (frame, glass) but not the guts. The next one was with a new iPhone 4. The latest was with an iPhone 4 with the bumper. In comparing the 3 tests, we can’t find much of a difference. What really matters is how you drop it. If it hits on a corner you may get out of trouble completely, or with just a scuff mark. If it drops on the glass though, on top of concrete, you could be in serious trouble. This scenario is very likely every time you get out of your car.

We also performed an iPhone 3G and iPhone 3G test with protective cases and instead of the glass breaking, there was LCD damage on the fifth and sixth drop, respectively.

Our iPhone repair technicians are trained to help both repair broken iPhones and help those looking for DIY repair solutions. Let us know if you have any questions, as it is our goal to provide customers with the best decisions possible. Often times we get calls from customers who have ordered a wrong iPhone parts or made a broken iPhone worse. Don’t let it happen to you and call now!

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iPhone 3Gs Screen LCD Damage Drop Test with Case

July 9, 2010 Staff 2 Comments

Our test of the iPhone 3Gs showed similar results as the 3G test, as the glass held up but the LCD was damaged after 6 drops even with a protective case. This helps explain why iPhone 3Gs repair is so popular because even with protection the 3Gs was not a fan of concrete. The glass holds up nicely and that is a good thing. In the world of a DIY iPhone 3Gs fix, LCD repair is a high degree of difficulty. Sometimes a cracked screen of a 3Gs is easier and more cost effective to fix.

We can’t say this test proves a protective case is not worth the investment. It is better if it breaks on the sixth fall as opposed to the third. But this shows that even with precautionary measures taken, your iPhone 3Gs is at risk. Our repair technicians have seen countless numbers of broken 3Gs iPhones and some of them used protective cases so the results come as no great surprise.

Similar Tests

As you see with the blogs posted directly before and after this one, the 3G and iPhone 4 were also put to the test. The iPhone 3G was dropped 5 times before the LCD was due for a repair. The iPhone 4 screen bumper test resulted in shattered glass. This shows that no matter what model iPhone you bought, it is best that you handle with care.

What do you thing of our iPhone 3G screen test. Does it make you want to buy a protective case?

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iPhone 3G Screen Damage Drop Test with Case

July 9, 2010 Staff 1 Comment

We decided to drop the iPhone 3G to test the damage to the glass screen and LCD, which our common causes for repair even with protective cases like we use here. An iPhone 3G repair is one of our most common fixes, LCD screen replacement services just about topping the list.

As you see in the video below, it took 5 drops to insure that the LCD was dead. Things were not looking to good early and after the 4th drop LCD failure seemed inevitable. The glass did not shatter, surprisingly enough. The case probably absorbed the impact when hitting the ground. If it weren’t for the case, this drop would have almost been a glass and LCD repair.

When looking at DIY repair for the iPhone 3G, the LCD display can be difficult to those unfamiliar with fixes of this nature. As this test demonstrates, just because the screen does not break does not mean there is not LCD damage, and vice versa.

Comparative Tests

In addition to this iPhone 3G drop test, we performed an iPhone 3Gs break test with a protective cover and it produced similar results (6 drops LCD damage). Our iPhone 4 bumper drop test resulted in broken glass and with the i4 this means the LCD will need replaced as well. The new design glues the LCD and glass together.

How do you think the iPhone 3G performs with a protective case?

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iPhone 3G Repair – Fix or recycle?

July 7, 2010 Staff 1 Comment

The iPhone took a giant leap when it made the leap from working on the old EDGE network to the 3G network. Streaming videos from your cell phone, fast picture messaging, and quick internet access exploded on the smartphone scene transitioning everyone to a mobile, fully portable tech world.

Being well into the whole iPhone 3G repair scene with generations of past 3G collecting dust, you may be questioning what exactly to do with that ‘ancient’ 1-year-old iPhone sitting in your desk drawer. Is it worth anything? If it’s broken, should you just chuck it? Or perhaps you may think about keeping it so you have a backup phone, should your near and dear iPhone 4 decide to break.

I’m here to run through these different options, and give you the pro’s and con’s of each, hopefully helping you make the right choice.

First off, is it worth anything? Yes, absolutely. Unlike computers, iPhones tend to hold their value for a good amount of time. The fact that older ones, which are unlockable, and not available on other carriers such as t-mobile, Voice Stream, and other GSM carriers makes these phones very appealing to consumers that are stuck on these other carriers or those who do not want to sign a 2-year contract, just to get an iPhone. The whole industry flourishes, and will continue to do so for many years to come.

How broken is it? Is it worth repairing? Why put $50, $75, or even $100 into fixing it? Simple answer. You can still use it, should something happen to your current phone, it’s much cheaper to get it fixed than to go out and spend $200+ on a replacement iPhone. Did you know that to buy an iPhone 4 out of contract you’re looking at spending $599? That sure does make the $50-$100 repairs to have a backup sound a little more appealing. Whatever the break may be, worst case scenario you’re looking at spending about $125.00, give or take a few bucks, max, on a 3G Repair.

For things like cracked glass and a dead LCD, a DIY kit may be the perfect solution for getting your iPhone repair on the cheap if you’re up for a challenge. An iPhone 3G Glass kit runs you about $39.99. Throw in an LCD into the mix if your screen is totally shot, and you’re still only at $74.99.

Lastly, if you’re dead set that you have no intention on fixing your broken iPhone, we have one word for you, RECYCLE! iFixYouri has a full-scale program that will help you in the process of recycling your iPhone, all while putting a couple of bucks in your pocket. We’ll fix the iPhone and bring it back to near factory-spec condition, where we will then put it in hands of less-privileged who can’t afford a new one.

iFixYouri has many close ties with many low-income schools and shelters where we help the less fortunate by donating electronics like iPhones and computers. Not only is this helping others, but helping our environment as well by cutting back on electronic waste (e-waste).

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iPhone screen replacement – What is the easiest way to get it done?

July 5, 2010 Staff 2 Comments

The iPhone screen, when working, is a thing of beauty. When compared to other phones, the iPhone’s touch response, feel and clarity stands far above the competition. Many people are sorely disappointed when the find that with the upsides, come the downsides. One slight drop though and you’re left with a crack the hurts you every time you pick up the phone to use it.

Here’s our suggestion for a quick fix:

1) Select the iPhone glass repair you need. We’re here to help you the entire process for:

iPhone 3G Repair

iPhone 3Gs Repair

iPhone 4 Repair

2) Purchase, check-out, and ship your iPhone to:

iFixYouri

748 Park Ave

Suite D

Lake Park, FL 33403

3) We’ll receive it, and ship it back to you within 24 Hours! If we get your iPhone in by 1Pm, we’ll fix it and ship it back the same day.

Our iPhone screens are all high quality parts, which will insure that your iPhone will function with the same factory feel, as if it was brand new!

We try to make this as painless as possible. Based on your shipping option that you select, your phone can be out of your hands for less than 36 hours!

One of the most bizarre unfortunate breaks was an incident where a customer left his new iPhone 4 in the car during a hot day in Florida, and the phone got so hot, that the back glass shattered. Fortunately for him, this was a relatively cheap repair that caused him more headache than anything.

If you’re more of the DIY type, your best route is to purchase the iPhone parts needed, and we’ll ship them out the same day, as long as you place your order by 3:30pm.

Have a question regarding iPhone repair? No problem. Drop us a line at 561-881-0095, or toll free 888-494-iFix, shoot us an email at [email protected], or catch us on our live chat!

We’re here to make this as painless as possible, and get your repair done right, the first time, and quickly.

From water damage repair to cracked glass, we’ve got you covered.

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iDiagnose – Part 5 – iPhone does not sync, speaker does not work, or mic does not function.

July 2, 2010 Staff Leave a comment

Plug it in, sync it up, load your new music. Simple as that right? Not always. What happens when you plug it in, and nothing happens? Why are you getting no charge to your iPhone?

Perhaps it’s your cable. Most people have extras laying around. Seems like they’re as common as, well, I don’t know, an extension cord? Sure, we’ll go with that.

If it’s not your cable, it’s your dock connector. The dock connector is responsible for many functions in both the iPhone 3G and the iPhone 3Gs.

Problems with the dock connector come from:

Water damage – most common
Dropped iPhone – fairly common
Improper repairs – pretty darn common as well
Age – getting to be a little less common
Plugging iPhone into improper power source – finally, least common

Symptoms of a bad dock connector

iPhone will not charge
iPhone will not sync
Speakerphone sounds distorted, or does not work at all
People on other end of a phone call can not hear you
Home button does not work
Weak service signal

The dock connector is a vital feature of the iPhone. It controls numerous key functions and features that help make the iPhone what it is.

DIY Repair Difficulty – 5/10 – Moderately difficult

This repair can be a little tricky as it involves removing the entire logic board in order to remove the dock connector. With the glass removed, you’ll have to disconnect all connectors, remove all screws holding the logic board in place, and very gently remove the board. This will give you access to remove the 3 screws holding the dock in place. The dock connector consists of multiple iPhone parts put together into one unit. The mic, charging port, external speaker, home button pads, and the cellular antenna are all pieced together to make this one unit. If you are having any of the symptoms listed above, you are in need of a dock connector repair.

Turnaround time on iPhone dock connector Repair – Same day

With this iPhone repair service, our technicians will fix your dock connector problem in no time! All deliveries that we get here by 1pm, get fixed and shipped out the same day. Whether you’re local in Palm Beach County, or a distant customer in California, iFixYouri can fix this problem for you quickly.

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