The risks of a cracked screen
- Glass splinters can cut fingers, ears and cheeks during calls
- Cracks spread with temperature changes and every small bump
- Moisture and dust get in through the cracks, especially in Houston humidity
- Touch can fail in parts of the screen, or the phone starts tapping by itself
- Water resistance is lost completely
Glass crack or display damage?
Look at the screen on a white background. If the picture looks normal and only the glass is cracked, the damage is cosmetic for now. If you see black spots, colored lines, green or purple patches, or flickering, the display panel underneath is damaged. On OLED phones those spots usually grow until the screen goes dark.
Can a screen protector hold it together?
A protector over a small crack can keep splinters away from your fingers for a while. It won't stop the crack from spreading, and it won't fix touch problems. Think of it as a short-term bandage.
When you should fix it right away
- Pieces of glass are missing or loose
- There are lines, spots or flickering
- Touch doesn't respond in some areas
- The crack is near the camera or Face ID area
- Children use the phone
What a screen repair costs
Prices depend on the model and whether the display is LCD or OLED. iPhone 11 screens start at $54. We give you the exact price at the free diagnostic and fit most screens the same day. See our iPhone screen repair and Samsung screen repair pages, or the general screen repair page for tablets and other phones.
Protect your data now
A screen that fails completely can make it hard to unlock the phone and back it up. If your screen is getting worse, back it up today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a cracked screen hurt me?
Yes. Loose glass can cut fingers and skin, especially during calls.
Will a small crack get bigger?
Usually. Heat, cold and small drops make cracks spread over time.
What do black spots on my screen mean?
The display panel underneath is damaged and the spots usually grow.
How long does a screen replacement take?
Most screens are replaced the same day when the part is in stock.
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