Here's how much it costs to fix a broken iPhone 12 (Hint: It's a lot!)
The iPhone 12 is finally here — and it’s jam-packed with features that make last year’s iPhone 11 look downright old-fashioned. It’s faster than ever, takes better photos and comes with new ceramic shield glass on its screen to protect it from falls.
According to Apple’s promotional data, the iPhone 12’s glass is four times stronger than before — but that doesn’t mean it’s shatter-proof. You can still crack the screen if you’re not careful, which means it’s time for a trip to the Genius Bar. Tap or click here to see how to get an appointment.
Everyone breaks their phone at some point — but how much would you be willing to pay to repair a broken iPhone 12? Well, Apple has released the official repair costs for its latest batch of phones, and we won’t sugarcoat it: They’re insanely pricey to fix! Here’s what you can expect when you drop and crack your iPhone 12.
The iPhone 12 isn’t just a phone — it’s an investment
Apple has updated its repair support page to include the costs for the latest iPhone models: The iPhone 12 and 12 Pro. The iPhone 12 Pro Max and 12 Mini are not listed on the support page just yet, as both models are set to release later on in November.
But from what we can see, fixing your new iPhone will cost you a pretty penny.
According to the chart, it costs $279 for a new screen on both the 12 and 12 Pro models. This makes sense considering both phones use the same size screen and enclosure, and the number tracks with the price of last year’s iPhone 11 Pro.
But don’t forget: This is only the cost of a new screen. If your phone is severely damaged and needs to be replaced, the costs jump up significantly.
These are Apple’s out-of-warranty costs for damaged iPhones. External damage and liquid damage are not covered by Apple’s manufacturer warranty, and neither are issues caused by third-party repairs. Some third-party screens may not void your warranty, but other internal repairs absolutely can.
Tap or click here to see how Apple is warning users with third-party displays.
I don’t want to pay this much money for repairs! Is there another option?
Like always, Apple offers an optional extended warranty for users to buy called AppleCare+. This service gives you an additional year of support (two years total), as well as two incidents of accidental damage coverage per 12-month period.