Repair Tips & Guides
Expert advice on repairs, costs and devices from our certified technicians.
Are Tempered Glass Screen Protectors Worth It?
A $10 protector guarding a $119–$649 screen is easy math — but only if you know what it actually protects against. PET vs TPU vs tempered glass, why no film stops a corner drop, curved-screen pitfalls, and when to just let the pros install it.
Nintendo Switch Won't Turn On? Try the 12-Second Fix First
Most Switches that won't turn on are either frozen or flat — and a 12-second button hold plus 30 minutes on a good charger revives the majority. Here's the full sequence, what a blue or orange screen is telling you, and when to stop pressing buttons and rescue your saves.
Nintendo Switch Won't Charge? Charger, Port, or Battery — Here's How to Tell
A Switch that won't charge has three usual suspects: an underpowered charger, a worn USB-C port, or a deeply discharged battery playing dead. This guide shows you how to isolate each one in minutes — including the 30-minute rule that saves consoles people thought were gone.
Keep Your Number When You Switch Carriers: Full Walkthrough
Switching carriers doesn't mean giving up the phone number your contacts already know. Here's exactly how number porting works, what can go wrong, and how to do it without a headache.
What to Expect During a Phone Screen Replacement (Step-by-Step)
Curious what actually happens when you get a phone screen replaced? This step-by-step guide walks through the entire process, from check-in to pickup.
OEM vs Aftermarket vs Refurbished: Phone Parts Grades Explained
Not all phone repair parts are equal. Here's what OEM, aftermarket Grade A, and refurbished actually mean — and which one we use.
Phone Repair in Rancho Cucamonga — iFixForU
iFixForU repairs iPhone screens from $99, batteries from $69 in Rancho Cucamonga. Free diagnostic, same-day service, 90-day warranty. No appointment needed.
Best Prepaid Phone Plan for New Immigrants: No SSN Required
No Social Security number? No credit history? No problem. Here's exactly how new immigrants can get a reliable US phone plan from day one, without the paperwork traps.
PS5 Overheating & Loud Fan: How to Fix It (and Which Noises Are Normal)
A PS5 fan that roars like a jet is almost always shouting about dust, placement, or room temperature — not a dying console. Learn which noises are normal, which mean trouble, the 10-minute home fixes, and what a professional deep clean actually buys you.
Pixel Screen Flickering? Here's How to Fix It (And When You Can't)
Google Pixel screen flickering can be software or hardware. Try these fixes before booking a repair — and know when only a screen replacement will solve it.
Pixel Battery Draining Fast: Fixes That Actually Work
Pixels ship with always-listening music ID, an always-on display, and aggressive smart features that all sip battery around the clock. Run this 15-minute settings audit — Adaptive Battery, background restrictions, and the Pixel-only power drains — then learn the numbers that say the battery itself is done.
First Phone Plan in the US: What Actually Happens at Activation
Activating a new phone plan sounds simple until you're standing at a counter with documents that don't match or a phone that won't connect. Here's exactly what to expect — and how to avoid the most common snags.
