The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus models come with a removable back glass panel for easier repairs, they say TechCrunch and CNET. This makes these iPhone models the first since the iPhone 4S that can be easily opened from the back of the device.


To replace the rear glass on the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models, Apple Retail Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers must open the device from the display side, disassemble components, and install an “iPhone Rear System” part, which is an iPhone -Housing trades components other than the display and rear camera. This part will be attached to the customer’s original display and rear view camera, provided these parts are not also damaged.

For iPhone 11 and earlier models with a cracked back glass, Apple-authorized technicians simply replace the entire device. The new process for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus will be cheaper and more environmentally friendly for Apple.

Early teardowns of the iPhone 14 show that the device can still be opened from the display side, so screen repairs shouldn’t be affected by this change. The reviews didn’t mention that the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max have an easily removable back glass, suggesting the change is limited to the standard models.

In the United States, Apple stores charge $169 and $199 respectively for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus cracked back glass replacements, both for parts and labor. If the customer has AppleCare+ coverage for the iPhone, the fee is reduced to $29 for both models. These fees may vary with Apple Authorized Service Providers.

Orders for the iPhone 14 will begin reaching customers this Friday, while the iPhone 14 Plus will be available from October 7th.

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