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There are many "legends" about how to repair a broken phone yourself. However, most of these useless tips mislead inexperienced users and can seriously damage the mobile device.
Myth 1: you can dry a wet phone
On the Internet, you can find many articles on how to "save" a wrapped phone by placing it in a container with rice, drying it with a hair dryer or using a battery, but in fact these methods do not always work.
First, turn off the wet phone and let it dry on a paper towel. Never charge a device that has been in water. The performance of the phone will depend on how long it has been in water and how much moisture it has managed to absorb. If the phone does not work properly or does not turn on, contact the service center, where they will check the device and assess whether the liquid has caused internal damage to the parts, and if it has, they will tell you what spare parts for phones must be purchased to fix the problem.
Myth 2: phones can be submerged under water
More and more smartphones can boast waterproof properties. The latest gadgets usually have IP68 or IP67 certificates for dust and water resistance. However, this does not mean that you can safely swim in the sea with the phone, dive in the bathtub or wash with it under running water.
Even if you do not notice any changes when the case gets wet, moisture can get inside and damage the motherboard. Impurities and salts in sea or lake water, as well as in calcareous tap water, can also damage the headphone or charging sockets. In addition, ingress of moisture automatically voids the warranty on the device, if it is still valid, due to physical damage to the device by the owner himself.
Myth 3: I can repair my phone at home
Repair of telephones requires special conditions, i.e. a room in which the required level of humidity is maintained. Such conditions are created in authorized service centers. At home, dust or excess moisture can get into the phone, which can quickly damage the device.
Myth 4: scratches on the screen can be easily repaired
There are myths about restoring scratches and cracks on the screen with various improvised means - baking soda, vegetable oil, toothpaste, sandpaper or car care products.
Specialists do not recommend doing this. Such measures can have only a short-term effect or even damage the screen and its internal components. If the scratches are minor, it is better to glue a special silicone glass - it will hide the scratches and protect the screen. If, when connecting the gadget to the outlet, small cracks appeared on it, then the safest thing to do is to replace the screen with a new one.
Myth 5: it is not necessary to change the screen of a cracked phone
Even a small crack on the screen will affect the operation of the device over time, and dust or moisture will imperceptibly enter the internal display through the crack. It is better to immediately replace such a screen.
Before changing the external glass, estimate the total cost of the phone. If you are the owner of a premium segment gadget that you bought very recently or that still works perfectly, the screen is definitely worth replacing. The price of new glass is really low compared to the cost of the entire device. Having replaced the glass, you will probably be able to successfully use the device for several more years. If an economy-class smartphone is damaged, you should think about buying a new device, since the investment may not be justified.
Myth 6: phone insurance does not pay
There are two types of insurance: you can insure only the screen or choose full phone insurance. In the first case, only the windshield is replaced. In the second case, the phone is repaired no matter what happens to it: even if it gets wet, breaks or melts in a fire.
Myth 7: interior repairs are very expensive
Some people think that repairing phones in an official repair shop is expensive. The truth is that specialized service stations use only original spare parts that ensure reliable operation and durability of the device. This affects the cost of the service. However, the biggest advantage is that original spare parts from manufacturers have a warranty.
Myth 8: you can save money and install non-original spare parts
In cheap private companies, when repairing smartphones, they use non-original spare parts that can disrupt the normal operation of the phone. When installing non-original spare parts, the phone risks not being able to withstand voltage surges, charging unevenly or heating up a lot, and a powerful charger can damage the internal parts of the gadget.
The manufacturer is not responsible for the use of third-party accessories, which may void the warranty, if it is still valid.
