How Much Does it Cost to Fix an iPhone Screen?

May 21, 2022

Breaking an iPhone screen is a great way to ruin your week. Once you get past the guilt, shame, or embarrassment of bungling your phone, you have to face Apple’s overpriced screen replacement fees.  But just how much does Apple overcharge for this stuff?

Well, let’s just say that you should consider some alternatives. Check our top story to see how much an iPhone screen replacement costs, plus some ways you can save money on the repair.

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• Is iMessage acting up on your iPhone? You may need a new SIM card.
• Hyundai and Kia recalled a bunch of EVs that won’t stay parked.
• Qualcomm gives us a preview of upcoming smart glasses technology.
• … and more!

-Andrew

Breaking an iPhone screen is never a fun experience. While nearly every electronics repair store will help you fix your iPhone, the job isn’t free, and you could walk out with a much lighter wallet. So, here are all your repair options, plus the prices you can expect to pay for an iPhone screen replacement. Read More »

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An unusual new iPhone bug is apparently deactivating iMessage and Facetime for some users. The leading solution requires owners to go down to a physical retail store and get a new SIM card. Read More »

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