iPhone 5 lock button beginning to fail

[0997853]

Hi,

Recently I noticed the lock button doesn't work all the time. If I press it more on the right side, even though I hear the clicking sound, it doesn't lock my phone.

Would I be able to change it at the local carrier store? For repair, it will be a little more difficult I guess, because they will probably ship the phone to the capital where they have a service, so I would be left without my phone for two-four weeks.

 

[aDRock1154]

Hi,

Recently I noticed the lock button doesn't work all the time. If I press it more on the right side, even though I hear the clicking sound, it doesn't lock my phone.

Would I be able to change it at the local carrier store? For repair, it will be a little more difficult I guess, because they will probably ship the phone to the capital where they have a service, so I would be left without my phone for two-four weeks.

Apple is sending me a replacement tomorrow for the very same reason. This will be my third iPhone 5.

Any chance you're close to an Apple Store?

 

[0997853]

Unfortunately no. There is no Apple Store, and Apple Authorised Service Providers are not authorised to repair phones, just Macs and iPads, if you can imagine that. Too bad I have no summer plans anywhere near an Apple Store, this year.

Anyway, thanks for your information. I will try to relate to what you said when speaking with someone at the Orange store. Maybe it will make a difference.

 

[aDRock1154]

Unfortunately no. There is no Apple Store, and Apple Authorised Service Providers are not authorised to repair phones, just Macs and iPads, if you can imagine that. Too bad I have no summer plans anywhere near an Apple Store, this year.

Anyway, thanks for your information. I will try to relate to what you said when speaking with someone at the Orange store. Maybe it will make a difference.

Apple is shipping my new phone to me, so I'm not making the trip (mine is a half hour from where I live).

Basically they put a hold on your credit card, ship you a new phone, ship your old phone back, and you're never charged. It's great for not getting stuck without a phone. My line is business/personal, so I can't be without a device.

 

[aDRock1154]

I dont know, with so many threads pouring in regarding the power button issue on the iPhone 5, i think i better roll it up in silk and put it in a drawer and lock it up.

Meh, at the end of the day it's a tool. Enjoy it and use as needed.

 

[bozzykid]

I dont know, with so many threads pouring in regarding the power button issue on the iPhone 5, i think i better roll it up in silk and put it in a drawer and lock it up.

It's a physical button. Just like the lock button, it is about the only thing that can break on an iPhone. Of course there are a lot of threads posting about it considering how many have been sold.