Currently, new iPhone models have a different glass composition: the manufacturer switched from Gorilla Glass to sapphire crystals to avoid scratches. However, Apple's previous series of devices are still widely used in many countries, despite less durable screens.
In many video tests, Apple's smartphones do look better than many of their competitors, but you can see many iPhones with cracked screens or at least large pieces of glass missing from the edges after bad falls.
How much does it cost to replace glass on iPhone 5, 5S and 5C?
Apple Services offers to replace the screen of an iPhone 5C or 5 within three to five business days, and it will cost $269. However, third-party repair services are available that are faster and more affordable. In such services, you can replace the glass on your iPhone 5 for about $100.
Fortunately glass replacementscreen of your iPhone is actually very simple. It won't cost that much if you do it yourself. Chances are you'll save a huge amount of money over repairing through Apple or a specialist workshop.
You have two options on how to replace glass on iPhone 5. A full screen section (the entire display) will cost more (about $60), but it includes all connected components like the home button, making the whole repair process much easier. In fact, once you take apart the smartphone, you just need to unplug the three cables, attach the new screen, and secure it.
Also, you can only buy one screen element, the glass itself, which can save you $30, but you will need to move the button and other components yourself. It is advisable to purchase a whole display, this can be done in any online store.
However, replacing the glass on the iPhone 5 S at the price of one component will not work, as well as on the 5S - in these models you will have to change the screen entirely.
Why is there such a problem?
The iPhone 5C and 5S models have a glass cover, a digitizer (the part of the display that responds to touch) and a basic LCD built into one piece. This allows the device to be thinner, but it also means that it cannot be repaired separately for each component (because often the working part must be removed along with the broken one). This results in restoration workcost more.
For those who have considerable technical knowledge and suitable tools, it is possible to carry out such work independently. However, in order to replace the display (which contains built-in glass), you need to accurately identify your iPhone model (5, 5C, or 5S). Each of them has its own kind of screen, and you cannot replace the glass on the iPhone 5 with a part for the 5C model, and vice versa.
How to distinguish between different iPhone models?
At the moment, the iPhone 5C and 5 are fairly easy to identify visually. The iPhone 5C is the only one with both a polycarbonate (plastic) surface and a 4-inch display in the center, while the iPhone 5 is the only model with a Touch ID home button on the right.
However, physical appearance is not a good identification method, especially when devices cannot be compared with each other. Hence, it is best to verify the iPhone by its unique model number located on the back of the device, at the bottom.
iPhone 5C and 5S smartphones can also be differentiated by serial and serial number using the UltimateiLookup service and the EveryMac app (available for iOS 5 and later distributions).
The serial number is not listed on the outside, but is available when connected to a computer in the Summary tab in iTunes, and is also visible in the Nano SIM tray. If the display is working well enough to see the contents of the screen,ID information can also be viewed in the "General"> "About" section in the "Settings" application.
Various display parts
Although from a consumer point of view, the display on the iPhone 5C and 5S is the same - both have a 4-inch LED-backlit IPS touchscreen with a resolution of 1136 x 640 and a density of 326 ppi - the LCD connectors are different.
Consequently, if you decide to replace the glass on an iPhone (5, 5S or 5C) yourself, be sure to purchase spare parts designed specifically for your iPhone, preferably from an official manufacturer. There are out-of-warranty screens that are not as good as the original ones, and they can not only work poorly, but also fail easily.
Display Replacement Warnings
It's worth noting that older iPhones usually have spare parts that are combined as one piece for easier replacement. At the same time, parts of the iPhone 5, 5C, and 5S screen usually need to be relocated individually for the home button, front camera, speaker, and more. On the iPhone 5S, it is also very easy to break the ribbon cable that connects the Touch ID button to the circuit board when opening the device.
Delicately opening an iPhone and transferring small parts is difficult and time consuming. You also need to show close attention to detail and have sharp eyesight and dexterous fingers. If the glass from the old screen is severely shattered, removing the small pieces from the glass also greatly increases the risk of injury.
iPhone 5C and 5S display kits only available with home button, front camera and other parts pre-installed as one.
Smartphone disassembly
How to replace broken glass on iPhone 5? To disassemble the iPhone 5, you need to use a small Torx screwdriver to remove the small screws on either side of the Lightning port. Be sure to keep them in a safe place as they are easy to lose.
Use the sponge to remove the screen from the phone case. This can take some effort, but if you use one hand to hold the case and the other to pull the display out, it usually comes out easily. You can also use a plastic card or adapter to pry up a loose screen.
Be careful - you should not lift the display more than 90 degrees vertically as you could stretch the cables. Pay attention to the connection on the left side, there are three connecting wires. They are hidden under the top metal plate inside our phone.
This plate is held in place with three metal screws. Unscrew them with a standard Phillips screwdriver and put them in a safe place. Since they are very small in size, they can be easily lost.
The plate contains special latches on the left side that push it to the left and then lift it up. You will need to put in very little effort. Don't push her out - she shouldeasy to move away by yourself.
You will then be able to see the three cables you need to attach. They overlap each other, so start the connection process from the top.
Connecting contacts
To disconnect the connectors, use a plastic tray or flat-blade screwdriver and carefully pry them out.
Your old screen will turn off as soon as you release the third connector. Now you can replace the glass on your iPhone 5 with a new one. Set the removed display aside and take a new one. Align it with the top of the case, lift it vertically 90 degrees, and insert the connector cables in reverse order. Lining them can be tricky, but it requires very little effort and shouldn't take more than a couple of minutes.
Now you can collect your iPhone 5 further. Fix the metal plate including three small silver screws.
Finishing touches
Before you close the case and secure it, you should make sure that the iPhone 5 works without problems. However, keep in mind that if the device remains partially disassembled, the Home button will not yet function. However, the screen must be fully manageable. If so, you managed to replace the glass on your iPhone 5 correctly.
The last step is to close the top of the case, check if the main button works, and then reinsert the base screws.
After that, everything is ready. As you can see, the process is very easy. Similarly, you can repair the iPhone 5S. Do-it-yourself glass replacementin this model is similar, but you need to take into account the fragility of its contacts and proceed very carefully.
