Little crack on my Ipad 10th

I have got a new Ipad 10 generation for a few months, still under warranty with no apple care. So, I would like to know if the repair is free or i can fix it myself.

The crack is a straight line and it around 0,5 centimeters long...

iPad, iPadOS 17

Posted on Jun 11, 2024 4:27 PM

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Posted on Jun 11, 2024 4:36 PM

Cracks can only be resolved by replacing the entire screen assembly. Cracks are notoriously difficult to prove as being due to a manufacturing defect - and are therefore very rarely covered by warranty.


Apple does not supply replacement components for self-repair of an iPad.


If you have benefit of an active AppleCare+ plan, your iPad and screen will be covered for breakage or other accidental damage.


You can check availability/eligibility for repair - and associated cost for your country/region - here:

iPad Repair & Service - Apple Support


In addition to Apple's mail-in repair service, you can arrange repair at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP):

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple



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Jun 11, 2024 4:36 PM in response to andresyo_

Cracks can only be resolved by replacing the entire screen assembly. Cracks are notoriously difficult to prove as being due to a manufacturing defect - and are therefore very rarely covered by warranty.


Apple does not supply replacement components for self-repair of an iPad.


If you have benefit of an active AppleCare+ plan, your iPad and screen will be covered for breakage or other accidental damage.


You can check availability/eligibility for repair - and associated cost for your country/region - here:

iPad Repair & Service - Apple Support


In addition to Apple's mail-in repair service, you can arrange repair at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP):

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple



Jun 12, 2024 3:25 AM in response to andresyo_

Using a Screen Protector after damage occurs is unlikely to prevent the existing damage from spreading - or prevent inevitable touch screen issues that will become increasingly apparent as the crack worsens.


The relative economics of replacing the screen can only be determined by you.


For practical purposes, in lieu of repairing and returning your own iPad, Apple usually exchange the iPad for a renewed/refurbished iPad of the same model and specification. The cost of the exchange is the same as would otherwise be charged for repair. Unless you have benefit of an active AppleCare plan, an out-of-warranty repair while expensive will be somewhat less than the cost of a replacement iPad.


As for out-of-warranty repair costs, Apple offers a fixed-price price repair. You can verify eligibility and cost for your region/country here:

iPad Repair & Service - Apple Support


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