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A descent iPod will definitely cost you a fortune. However, no matter how much we would like to prevent them from falling, sometimes they get off our grip and hit the ground. When this happens, it can end up with an ugly crack on its expansive display. Depending on the magnitude of the accidental fall, the damage can be serious or mild. If the damage on the screen is not intensive, you might as well continue using the iPod although its aesthetic beauty will have gone. On the other hand, if you notice that the device is not working a cracked screen repair can be the only option. There are several ways of fixing a broken iPod screen to choose from.
Here are a five ways to fix a broken screen on your iPod;
1. If your gadget is still under warranty, you should make sure that you select a dealer that is authorized to fix broken iPods, failure to which you will lose the warranty. Furthermore, do note that the accidental damage is not covered by the warranty and hence, you will have to pay for the repairs.
2. Where you got an AppleCare, it is vital to take the broken device to an Apple authorized dealer, unless you do not mind losing the warranty. As opposed to the regular warranty, the AppleCare covers up to two accidental damage occurrences yearly. Therefore, you might not pay for the cracked screen repair.
3. If you own an iPod insurance cover, be sure to look what your policy covers. Most of them will cover the entire cost of an accidental damage repair. Depending on the policy you may not have to take the device to an Apple dealer, since any tech shop will do.
4. Getting an upgrade. Most providers will allow their customers to get an upgrade of their model iPod once it gets damaged. However, you will only enjoy this service, if you are eligible for the upgrade.
5. Finally, the last and the option that is never recommended is the DIY. You have to purchase the replacement iPod screen, get the relevant repair tools and learn all that it takes to fix a broken screen. All these will take time or worse still you might end up with a dead device. This is only for those who are techno savvy.
Owing to the large amount of money that is needed to acquire a brand new iPod, repairing becomes an admirable option for many users. It is important to try the first four aforementioned options before fixing it on your own.
Here are a five ways to fix a broken screen on your iPod;
1. If your gadget is still under warranty, you should make sure that you select a dealer that is authorized to fix broken iPods, failure to which you will lose the warranty. Furthermore, do note that the accidental damage is not covered by the warranty and hence, you will have to pay for the repairs.
2. Where you got an AppleCare, it is vital to take the broken device to an Apple authorized dealer, unless you do not mind losing the warranty. As opposed to the regular warranty, the AppleCare covers up to two accidental damage occurrences yearly. Therefore, you might not pay for the cracked screen repair.
3. If you own an iPod insurance cover, be sure to look what your policy covers. Most of them will cover the entire cost of an accidental damage repair. Depending on the policy you may not have to take the device to an Apple dealer, since any tech shop will do.
4. Getting an upgrade. Most providers will allow their customers to get an upgrade of their model iPod once it gets damaged. However, you will only enjoy this service, if you are eligible for the upgrade.
5. Finally, the last and the option that is never recommended is the DIY. You have to purchase the replacement iPod screen, get the relevant repair tools and learn all that it takes to fix a broken screen. All these will take time or worse still you might end up with a dead device. This is only for those who are techno savvy.
Owing to the large amount of money that is needed to acquire a brand new iPod, repairing becomes an admirable option for many users. It is important to try the first four aforementioned options before fixing it on your own.