iPhone 5s Screen

[zach 233]

I was thinking of fitting a new screen to my spare phone (5s) as it was yellowing on the edges and not looking as sharp. I noticed today that the screen has started lifting and looks like black sealant under it. I'm wondering if the screen lifting would make the job easier, or is it a sign of more serious problems?

 

If I decide to do it, I want to keep the finger print unlock etc. Worth it or not? Also, what kind of money if someone did the job with parts and labour?

 

Thanks

[Ghozer 112]

Do you mean the actual LCD screen, or just the digitizer/glass on the front that's lifting?

as if it's the screen it's self,  it could be the battery that's bulging (only thing that could cause pressure/pushing from the inside really)

Otherwise, replace the digitizer and you should be fine

[zach 233]

It looks too thin to be an LCD so I'd say the digitizer/glass ( under 1mm thick)

 

The screen was showing yellow edges though, this was before I noticed the glass lifting. I was wondering the cost of a new screen and would it make it an easier job with the top bit lifting. It all works ok but as I said, it's a spare phone so I'll have to look at the cost and go from there.

[zach 233]

Apple are going to have a look next week.

 

It seems it's a fault on the 5s. I can't see them swapping it or repairing FOC but I'll let you know the outcome.

[zach 233]

New 5s from Apple

 

Battery had bulged causing the top of the screen to pop out. Replaced the phone. Probably refurbished but I'm not complaining.

[zach 233]

6 minutes ago, Sorobin said:

Good phone, I really like the size
 

They are.

 

My main phone is a Galaxy S8, apart from the difference in overall power, I like the size/build quality of the 5s. I think it's just about at the end of updates to IOS though.