Common Phone repairs and what to consider when buying a phone
Remember the good old Nokia days when your phone could tumble down a flight of stairs and come out without a scratch? Those days are long gone. Now, your sleek iPhone 14 Pro Max might need a screen repair just because you tried showing off your cartwheels. We've all been there. Let's take a look at the most common phone repairs you might face with today's devices. It could help you decide which phone to buy next — and how to keep it safe.
Screen Repairs
By far the most common repair of all. The durability of phone screens for Apple, Samsung, OnePlus, and Huawei has improved significantly since the advent of smartphones.
Apple iPhones, starting with the iPhone 12, now use Ceramic Shield, an improvement over the Gorilla Glass used on older models. Samsung, Huawei, and OnePlus also use improved versions of Gorilla Glass.
Apple iPhone screen repairs are relatively inexpensive, whereas Samsung's are not, especially for flagship models such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.
Flagships from Huawei and OnePlus, including the OnePlus 11 and Mate 50 Pro, are still cheaper to repair than Samsung models, but the phone remains the most affordable to repair overall. However, there is a bright side. You can protect your phone screen with a screen protector, which will save you a lot of headaches. These screen protectors are powerful and may just be what you need to prolong the life of your new phone.
In terms of ease of repair, Apple phones rank at the top for screen repairs, especially for the iPhone 14 screen replacement. The least repairable phones are those with bendable screens, especially the Galaxy Fold 4 and Flip 4 models. Parts and expertise are currently scarce for these screens, but they are expected to improve over time.
Here at Revive, we also offer both 100% original screen replacements and affordable alternatives of equal quality. Our in-house technicians are highly qualified and can do your phone screen repairs. For a no-obligation quote, contact us now.
Battery
Arguably, it is the second most crucial component in the phone, if not the first. Without a screen, you can't see anything. Without a battery, your phone is as good as a doorstop (remember those Yellow Pages books?)
As your daily routines become hectic, we need larger batteries, power banks, tips on reducing battery drain, and replacement batteries. What drains your battery? Everything! However, browsing, Wi-Fi calls, and using the camera drain the battery more quickly. As such, when buying a phone, you need one with a good battery that could potentially last all day. Failing that, you can always carry around a power bank or a charger.
Fortunately, phone batteries have been increasing in size and efficiency. These charts show the average hours you can expect from phone use. Of course, actual battery life will vary depending on how you use your phone and its age. However, there's no doubt that the latest iPhone models have some of the best batteries around. The iPhone 14 Pro Max leads the pack, followed closely by the iPhone 14 Pro.
Samsung phones are no slouches either, with the Samsung S23 Ultra leading the charge at 13 hours of battery life. In the age of multitasking, it's not uncommon to be on a call while browsing or playing a game. Or even a late-night video call with your partner who is far away. Good batteries are needed for that. Batteries age with use
Our battery replacement services are quick and can be done whilst you wait. For the power-hungry consumer, we offer a range of portable chargers and USB chargers, as well as travel adapters, for charging on the go.
It is important to use original cables or safe cables to charge your phone. This reduces the risk of damage to yourself or your phone's battery. We offer a wide range of excellent phone accessories for all major phone brands, including iPhone models, Samsung, Nokia, Sony, OnePlus, and more.
Camera
Give a man a fish, and you feed for a day. Give him a camera phone, and you condemn him to a life of selfies (ok, bad joke. It sounded better in my head) him But you get the point; we crave good cameras to take pictures of our food, pets, holidays, and photogenic friends, as well as receipts.
The latest flagships from Apple, Samsung, OnePlus, and Google all feature powerful cameras. You can't go wrong with any of these. These excellent cameras come with large bulges at the back of the phone, necessitating the need for protectors for the lenses.
A broken camera lens can lead to dust buildup and potentially damage your phone. Cameras can be expensive to fix. For the iPhone, since the front cameras and Face ID sit within the same spot, it's best not to attempt any DIY repairs, and it's better to trust a professional to do the job. Again, that's where we come in.
Back Glass
As phones become luxury pieces of luggage, they are becoming more brittle. This is more evident in the back glass of flagship models, including the Apple iPhone 11,12 and 14 Range. Samsung Galaxy models also have
The latest iPhones, from the iPhone 8 Plus to the iPhone 14 Pro Max, feature a back glass. This makes them easy to charge using wireless charging.
You can have your cake and eat it too. By purchasing the correct case or back glass protector, you can still utilize wireless charging, maintain your phone's style, and keep it protected.
Our repair services also cover back glass replacement for all mobile phones, including the iPhone 8, X, XS, 11, 12. 13, and pro range. Our qualified engineers can also repair Samsung devices.