Device Repair Services - Glossary of Terms

Screen Replacements

Standard Screen Replacement

A basic market replacement screen, typically a good budget option

Premium Screen Replacement

High-quality screen replacement matching original specifications. Options include:

Service Pack

Complete screen assembly from the manufacturer:

  • Pre-installed components and sensors
  • Original specifications and quality
  • Highest price, guaranteed compatibility

Original Refurbished

Professionally restored genuine screen:

  • Original OLED panel with new glass
  • Thoroughly tested components
  • Cost-effective premium option

Soft OLED

Premium aftermarket OLED screen:

  • Matches original specifications
  • Thin, flexible design
  • Component transfer may be required
  • Good quality-to-price ratio

OEM/Factory Original

Direct from manufacturing supply chain:

  • Identical to new device screens
  • Perfect color and brightness
  • Premium quality and price

Note: Availability varies by device model.

Battery Services

Battery Replacement

Standard service to replace the internal battery of your device.

Battery Replacement (No Message)

Specialized battery replacement service for iPhones (particularly iPhone 11 series and older) that ensures no "unknown battery" message appears. This allows:

  • Accurate battery percentage display
  • Proper battery health monitoring
  • Easier device resale value maintenance
  • Avoidance of battery verification warnings

Component Replacements

Charge Port Replacement

Service to replace the device's charging port. May involve:

  • Simple component replacement
  • Micro-soldering repair work (device-dependent)

Rear Camera

Replacement of the main camera system, typically including multiple lenses with different functions for high-quality photography.

Front Camera

Replacement of the front-facing "selfie" camera used for self-portraits and video calls.

Housing Replacement

Replacement of the device's external frame, including:

  • Metal chassis between screen and back glass
  • Button housings
  • Charge port frame
  • Speaker grills

Back Cover Replacement

Replacement of the device's rear component, which may be:

  • Glass
  • Ceramic
  • May include wireless charging coil (device-dependent)

Button and Speaker Repairs

Home Button

Replacement of the main navigation button that returns users to the home screen.

Power or Volume Buttons Repair

Service to repair or replace device power and volume controls.

Loud Speaker

Replacement of the device's main speaker(s), sometimes called "bottom speakers" due to their common location in devices like iPhones.

Earpiece Speaker

Replacement of the receiver/ear speaker used during phone calls.

Other Services

SIM Tray

Replacement of the removable tray that holds the SIM card.

Diagnostics Quote

Professional assessment and cost estimate for device repairs.

Motherboard Repair Services - Glossary of Terms

Understanding Repair Complexity Levels

Before detailing specific issues, it's important to understand the different levels of repair complexity that apply to many of our services:

Simple Fix

Typically involves basic troubleshooting, cleaning, or minor component replacement. These repairs are usually quicker and more straightforward.

IC Replacement

Requires replacement of an integrated circuit (IC) chip. This is a more complex repair requiring specialized equipment and expertise.

Complex Issue

Involves multiple components or systems and may require extensive diagnosis and repair work. These issues often need advanced troubleshooting and multiple repair steps.

No Power

  • Shorted Component: Device won't power on due to a short circuit in a specific component
  • IC Replacement: Power management IC (PMIC) or related chip requires replacement
  • Complex Issue: Multiple power-related components affected, requiring comprehensive diagnosis and repair

Not Charging

  • Shorted Component: Charging circuit has a short that prevents proper charging
  • IC Replacement: Charging IC or power management chip needs replacement
  • Complex Issue: Multiple charging-related components affected, requiring extensive repair work

Connectivity Issues

No IMEI/No Service

  • Simple Fixes: Basic baseband-related repairs or software solutions
  • BB Reball/BB PMIC Replacement: Requires baseband chip reballing or power management IC replacement
  • Bottom Board Swap: Complete replacement of the bottom board assembly

No WiFi/Bluetooth

  • Simple Fix: Basic repairs like antenna replacement or connection cleaning
  • IC Replacement: WiFi/Bluetooth chip replacement
  • Bottom Board Swap: Replacement of entire bottom board containing wireless components

NFC/Apple Pay

  • Simple Fix: Basic NFC antenna or connection repairs
  • IC Replacement: NFC chip replacement
  • Bottom Board Swap: Complete bottom board replacement affecting NFC functionality

Audio and Display Issues

No Audio

  • Simple Fix: Speaker connection or basic audio component repairs
  • Audio IC Replacement: Replacement of the audio processing chip
  • Complex Issue: Multiple audio-related component repairs required

No Display

  • Simple Fix: Basic display connector or component repairs
  • IC Replacement: Display IC or related chip replacement
  • Complex Issue: Multiple display-related component repairs needed

Other Repairs

Camera Issues

  • Simple Fix: Basic camera connection or component repairs
  • IC Replacement: Camera IC or related chip replacement
  • Complex Issue: Multiple camera-related component repairs required

Face ID

Repairs related to Face ID functionality, often involving repairing the dot projector or the the other sensors of the system

Connector Replacement

  • Standard Replacement: Replacing damaged or worn connectors
  • With Track Repair: Includes repair of damaged circuit board tracks connected to the connector

Data Recovery Attempt

Specialized service to attempt recovery of data from devices with various hardware failures