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James

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Registered: 1st Jun 02
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8th Nov 12 at 15:01

The back of my iPhone is smashed to pieces. I'd like to replace it with a genuine Apple part if possible. Is this something I can do myself? Will Apple do it? Will I void my warranty if I do it myself?

Thanks.

[Edited on 08-11-2012 by James]

James

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8th Nov 12 at 15:07

Just realised it's out of warranty anyway so I no longer GAF whether it voids the warranty or not.

Balling

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8th Nov 12 at 15:14

You can do it yourself. Not sure how you get a genuine part, though. Most ebay jobs are cheap and plastic. I've changed 6 or 7 and just opted for a metal back to ensure it doesn't break again.

Piece of piss to change. Remove two screws at the bottom, slide off back.
New back on, screws back in. Done.

[Edited on 08-11-2012 by Balling]

James

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8th Nov 12 at 15:17

What do I need to look for on eBay?

I'm guessing "100% Genuine Part" means absolutely nothing?

Balling

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8th Nov 12 at 15:19

I've bought a few "genuine" and all were cheap plastic and not glass. No idea how you'd get hold of a genuine...

Try Fazza perhaps.

Balling

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8th Nov 12 at 15:20

I also bought one with a glowing Apple on the back, which seemed like a cool idea but wasn't in reality. At all...

James

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8th Nov 12 at 15:35

I have an appointment at the Regent Street Apple Store next week to see if they can replace it.

I've read on various forums that they only charge £25, not sure if that's true.

Whittie

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8th Nov 12 at 15:38

Just buy a £10 one and do it yourself. Save pissing about

James

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8th Nov 12 at 15:47

But I'd rather pay £25 for a guaranteed genuine one than £10 for a dodgy plastic one. Plus I can get to the Apple Store easily from my office.

[Edited on 08-11-2012 by James]

Ian W

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8th Nov 12 at 20:52

Isn't it a £130 flat rate replacement charge at the apple stores?

Don't see you getting a genuine part for £25 tbh!

A2H GO

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8th Nov 12 at 21:31

There are genuine ones on ebay for about £18. If you get a decent £6.99 one though they're no different. The trouble is there are some dodgy cheap ones out there too.

Munchie

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8th Nov 12 at 21:42

I agree with all replies

James

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14th Nov 12 at 13:21

In case anyone cares, I've just had it replaced at the Apple Store for £25.

Balling

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14th Nov 12 at 13:29