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iPhone 5 replacment screens from Ebay and Amazon?
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I got one for a 5S off of Ebay. It's not good.
I've ordered one from another source that's supposed to be better (costs more, too) and when I get it connected I'll let you know.
I've ordered one from another source that's supposed to be better (costs more, too) and when I get it connected I'll let you know.
I ordered one on eBay (around the £30 mark) and it went back as the screen flickered, had random vertical lines and the contrast was rubbish 
Trying to save a few bucks repairing a $600+ phone isn't worth it if you want to preserve its quality.
Just get Apple to do it, or order one from iFixit.
I'm selling the phone soon and it's a fact that some of the screen on ebay are the same one as ifixit, the question is which ones and by who?
And The only oem screens that exist are ones taken from other iPhones. There is no such thing as an oem screen that did not come from an already existing iphone any website that says otherwise is lying. So I just want a good aftermarket screen.
And The only oem screens that exist are ones taken from other iPhones. There is no such thing as an oem screen that did not come from an already existing iphone any website that says otherwise is lying. So I just want a good aftermarket screen.
WARNING. this is a MYTH as far a i know. but i would like it busted or proved!!!!
I've heard from un reliable sources that when you take your iPhone to apple for a warranty issue, they might void your warranty if they see aftermarket parts
the myth goes is that if you take an iPhone you can check to see if the front glass is the REAL DEAL by placing it under an ultraviolet light. a real iPhone part will show apple logos that are only visible under ultraviolet light. and they have these lights in the back room to check your iPhones as they come in.
ive even noticed that when i take my iPhone in they will use a small mirror or something to see the water sensor but for some other reason i think i recall them taking my iPhone to the back room. i think maybe where the light is kept
can someone please check this and write back? heh
i dunno if the black lights at hot topic are the same as ultra violet
I've heard from un reliable sources that when you take your iPhone to apple for a warranty issue, they might void your warranty if they see aftermarket parts
the myth goes is that if you take an iPhone you can check to see if the front glass is the REAL DEAL by placing it under an ultraviolet light. a real iPhone part will show apple logos that are only visible under ultraviolet light. and they have these lights in the back room to check your iPhones as they come in.
ive even noticed that when i take my iPhone in they will use a small mirror or something to see the water sensor but for some other reason i think i recall them taking my iPhone to the back room. i think maybe where the light is kept
can someone please check this and write back? heh
i dunno if the black lights at hot topic are the same as ultra violet
It's not a myth, it's true - with a difference. There are no "ultra violet" apple logos or anything, but when you spend all day every day looking at iPhones, you will spot a third party screen almost immediately. Differences in colour, texture, reflectivity, and internal cabling/stickers.
If you take your phone to Apple after putting a third party screen on they will offer no service at all. Not even a paid out-of-warranty repair. The only option they'll give you is to buy a new phone at full price.
yeah it sounds like a myth because uv markings aren't truly invisible and u can almost make them out by holding it at different angles
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I think this is why many are shipped with a separate stick-on glass protector.
After some shipping mixups my screen arrived yesterday. I may have a chance to install it later this afternoon. After that I can provide my assessment.
At last I have the new screen installed on my iPhone 5S. It's probably not an exact equal to a stock screen in appearance but it's pretty close. I believe I've seen stock screens with about the same amount of variance. Anyway, it's a LOT better than the one I got off of Ebay. No lines and the brightness/contrast looks right.
It was $60 plus shipping from here.
It was $60 plus shipping from here.
Ok, just ordered "2" iphone 5 used OEM screens for a great deal on ebay from quickstartcellularparts. They come with home button and camera, etc. So no need to switch anything over.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Iphone-5-Oe...e_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3ce79f5f52
This guy also has more and good feedback. I've done my research and OEM is the best choice with the best glass and durability when dropping.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Iphone-5-Oe...e_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3ce79f5f52
This guy also has more and good feedback. I've done my research and OEM is the best choice with the best glass and durability when dropping.
Ok I got my screens! They are OEM apple and identical to the screen that came out of my Iphone 5. Home button, front facing camera, it's all there. Screen was in great shape and works flawlessly. This still tickled at this awesome price for an OEM screen in like new condition.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Iphone-5-Oem-Used-Fully-Assembled-Screen-Black-/261589948523?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Iphone-5-Oem-Used-Fully-Assembled-Screen-Black-/261589948523?