All iPads Tip: Don't drop your iPad...

tomaseriksson · Jul 1, 2013

A picture says more than a thousand words, my iPad 4...

Dropped iPad 4 by vackraord, on Flickr

Note: I can't blame the case, It was "naked" when I dropped it at home.

Rhinoevans · Jul 1, 2013

I live in Vegas and had my screen repaired on an iPad that was less than two weeks old. cost about $125

charlituna · Jul 1, 2013

Rhinoevans said:
I live in Vegas and had my screen repaired on an iPad that was less than two weeks old. cost about $125

Voided the warranty on an iPad that was only 2 weeks old. Hope that doesn't come back to bite you in the butt

Consultant · Jul 1, 2013

Tip: don't drop your watch
Tip: don't drop your laptop
Tip: don't drop the hope diamond
Tip: don't crash your car
etc.

I've dropped my iPad a few times but it only had minor scratches on the back.

GoCubsGo · Jul 1, 2013

Are you a vegetarian? I bet this wouldn't have happened if you ate meat.

coldsweat · Jul 1, 2013

Ouch - I feel for you!

SteveCarriere · Jul 1, 2013

My friend left his on the roof of his car, drove off, it fell off. No damage. He was very lucky.

BornAgainMac · Jul 1, 2013

Nice case.

Shanghaichica · Jul 1, 2013

Ouch. I hate seeing smashed screens. I've dropped my ipad a few times from the sofa/bed onto a wooden floor and about a month ago I had a major one. I was standing upright and the iPad slid out of my hand face down onto a wooden floor. Luckily it was in its case and didn't have a mark on it.

Acorn · Jul 1, 2013

this stuff wouldnt happen if they used gorilla glass.

TyPod · Jul 1, 2013

Super unfortunate! Are you going to get it replaced?

tomaseriksson · Jul 2, 2013

Getting the screen replaced by one of those third party shops cost $170 here in sweden, and from what I have seen the results are not always that impressive. So Im actually thorn on how to handle it, it works just fine. It's a 4G 16GB-modell and with the screen protector on it, it shouldn't get worse. But yeah, it looks like crap and the resell value is gone...

The case btw, is a dbramante1928: http://www.dbramante1928.com/index.php/apple/hunter-brown-leather-folio-case.html

pommie82 · Jul 2, 2013

i would never use a case like that personally because i know the out come would happen like you have i will only use otter box so if it drops on the floor i wont have to worry about the iPad it would be fine.i am no telling you what to do here but have a look in to otter box cases because it would save you a lot of money in the future if it ever comes around again and you need a new screen the otter box case would be a lot more cheaper then replacing a new screen.i have dropped my a few times and it looks as good as new not a mark on it at all really.

http://www.otterbox.com/ipad-4-with...d-4-with-retina-display-cases,default,sc.html

i cannot recommend otter box enough personally its saved my wallet a few times.

tomaseriksson · Jul 2, 2013

pommie82 said:
i would never use a case like that personally because i know the out come would happen like you have i will only use otter box so if it drops on the floor i wont have to worry about the iPad it would be fine.i am no telling you what to do here but have a look in to otter box cases because it would save you a lot of money in the future if it ever comes around again and you need a new screen the otter box case would be a lot more cheaper then replacing a new screen.i have dropped my a few times and it looks as good as new not a mark on it at all really.

http://www.otterbox.com/ipad-4-with...d-4-with-retina-display-cases,default,sc.html

i cannot recommend otter box enough personally its saved my wallet a few times.

The iPad was "naked" when I dropped it. Had it been in it's case I'm certain it wouldn't have cracked. I like using the iPad naked while at home, or atleast did...

Brittany246 · Jul 2, 2013

Here's another tip: Don't put your drink right next to your electronics.

Skika · Jul 2, 2013

Acorn said:
this stuff wouldnt happen if they used gorilla glass.

iPad has gorilla glass.

barkomatic · Jul 2, 2013

Brittany246 said:
Here's another tip: Don't put your drink right next to your electronics.

Yes, liquid and electronics don't mix. However, many people read on the iPad like they would a newspaper or magazine so that means they'll coffee and/or drinks around while they read. I think in terms of liquid spills (as opposed to immersion) the iPad holds up much better usually than a laptop.

Kissaragi · Jul 2, 2013

Acorn said:
this stuff wouldnt happen if they used gorilla glass.

They do use gorilla glass. Its not indestructible.

velocityg4 · Jul 2, 2013

You can try replacing the glass yourself. You can get the glass, adhesive and digitizer for about $30 on eBay from reputable sellers. With the adhesive you will be dealing with you will need patience, spudger, Philips #00 screwdriver, a heat gun (or iFixit's iOpener), something to use as a wedge and plastic prying tools to avoid damaging the case.

http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/iPad+4+Wi-Fi+Teardown/11462/1

sjinsjca · Jul 2, 2013

GoCubsGo said:
Are you a vegetarian? I bet this wouldn't have happened if you ate meat.

A devoted vegan would eschew Gorilla Glass too.

zorinlynx · Jul 2, 2013

charlituna said:
Voided the warranty on an iPad that was only 2 weeks old. Hope that doesn't come back to bite you in the butt

Warranty doesn't cover accidental damage anyway. the $125 repair was really the only sensible option.

GoCubsGo · Jul 2, 2013

zorinlynx said:
Warranty doesn't cover accidental damage anyway. the $125 repair was really the only sensible option.

AC + does and that is a warranty.

960design · Jul 2, 2013

That case wouldn't have saved it from a drop. No edge protection.

As a matter of fact, I have 3 iPads right here with similar cases and cracked screens.

Make sure you get a case with edge protection!

Acorn · Jul 2, 2013

Skika said:
iPad has gorilla glass.

geeze 4 versions plus the mini you would think i would have known that. i must have been asleep and missed that info.

ritmomundo · Jul 2, 2013

Thanks for the tip! I was planning on dropping my ipad later today, but now I'm reconsidering.

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