iPhones suffering screen damage is a common problem, given the amount of use and transportation they get. However, the screen can be replaced with a touch screen digitizer with glass. In a smartphone, the digitizer is a layer of glass on the screen designed to convert analogue signals 9touch and movement) into digital signals.

How can an iPhone digitizer sustain damage?

It is very likely that you are going to drop your phone sooner or later. Remember it only takes one incident for damage to occur. When this happens, you might end up with a shattered screen (in the worst case). If this happens, there may be some indicators:

• The screen remains completely black when the phone is on
• Lines or patterns occur on the screen that is not part of the normal display
• Discolouration on certain parts of the screen

There are several causes of this kind of issue. For example:

• Water and liquid damage
• Sudden strong pressure on the screen through falling to the ground
• Failure of poor quality products (poorly refurbished products for example)

Different types of digitizers

Depending on the phone that you have, there are different types of digitizers available. These include active, passive and dual digitizers. We offer the following in our range:

• iPhone 11 digitizer with top glass lens
• iPhone 11 pro digitizer
• iPhone X digitizer
• iPhone 11 pro max

Frequently Asked Questions

You now have an idea of how often screen breakage can happen. We typically get asked:

What are a touch screen and digitizer and top glass used for

AS mentioned above, this component converts analogue signals to digital. 

Can this part be replaced at home?

Yes, in principle, but we wouldn't recommend it unless you have the skills, tools and experience.  Our send-in repair service can handle this for you if not.