My phone fell from the gear rack while i was at my firehouse. Otterbox case damages iphone screen when used properly. Jan 29, 2018 i had used an almost identical otterbox case for at least 3 years on my iphone 4s and i loved it and had no problems with it. Extreme scratch protection comes thanks to a toughasnails 9h hardness rating with tempered layering. Put the otterbox case and screen protector on right away and somehow the top left corner is crackedshattered.
Otter does not warrant, and is not responsible for, any smartphone or other device. How to fix apple iphone 6s cracked screen phone screen. I have an otterbox case and my phone fell out of my hand and cracked. I had small cracks previously in what i presume is just the tempered glass protector, but this is a whole new level.
I have had this otterbox on my phone since i got it. If you cannot, then its most likely underneath and the screen. I ordered a clear otterbox phone case for my iphone 7 and have had it slip out of. The otterbox defender actually has a small crack in it as well that isnt the end, after the initial small crack in the ipad, it must have made it easier for the ipad to break because while in church, my daughter dropped the ipad inside the church fellowship hall and the entire screen shatteredwhile inside the otterbox.
Learn about otterbox defender series case for samsung galaxy note8. She wanted a new case and screen protector for it, worried about dropping and cracking it again. The defender series comes with a screen protector, but the others do not. How do i tell if i cracked my screen or is it just the tempered glass protector that has cracked. People are telling me since i had my phone in my case they you guys replace it. The otterbox defender is the strongest most durable case you can put an iphone in short of a safety deposit box. Otterbox defender case for iphone 7, rosmarine way. The crack started at the top of the phone, near the earpiece, which is underneath the otterbox case. So while my screen was protected dozens of times i d thrown the phone down the stairs before it turns out it might actually break. It landed on the front screen and when i picked it up it was shattered, through the screen protector on the case, and the tough screenlcd doesnt work anymore wither. If you really want to go with a phone with a broke screen, then i suggest you look at an otterbox defender case.
I dropped my iphone 5 face down onto a tile floor because i have giant clown hands. The people who cracked their phonesidk, but im guessing they would fall into the class of people whose use case would crack any kind of phone or cover. I chose this screen protector over the invisibleshield primarily because of the difference in warranty service otterbox is well known for their nohassle warranty replacement program on their phone cases and i expect it to be the same on this item, should the need arise. My screen is almost fully cracked and is very hard to see through. Please call us if you have trouble logging into your otterbox. Early today i cracked my phone and i had my phone inside the case and its cracked very badly. Otterbox limited warranty details otter products, llc and its affiliated companies worldwide otterbox warrants our otterbox products against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from the original date of purchase of the product by a consumer the warranty period. Shop glass screen protectors for apple iphone and samsung devices skip to main content for the safety of our employees and our community, otter products is operating at a reduced capacity. The iphone 4 from verizon was smashed front and back needing both. All finalist cases protected the phone from a cracked screen, which was good, because i used my phone as the tester. I had my phone in my puffer jacket, dropped it onto the table, not even a 20cm fall, and already. How to remove the screen protector from the otterbox defender. While your phone itself is protected with an otterbox, the screen isnt necessarily fully safe. Tempered glass screen protector for otterbox defender case.
Ive had my iphone 5 for only a few months now, but the otterbox is about a year old. Broken screen with defender otterbox i was watching shark task last night, and there is one company that sells cases and and it comes with an insurance plan. The last thing you want is a crack in the screen from a crash on the asphalt you know your iphone or for that matter, any cell phone is essentially worthless if it has a cracked screen. Within one week, i had to replace my screen protector three times within 2 weeks of purchasing the case. Recover data from broken devices or devices that are damaged in any other way. I purchased an iphone 7, and i again purchased the otterbox defender to protect my new phone since i have come to know from experience that this case is almost indestructible. Enjoy crisp, responsive touch inputs courtesy of the embedded pixel grid technology and 0. There are 3 cracks and on one of the cracks by the rim of the screen it looks like a blob of pixels. The screen protector wont stay on very well with the edge adhesive protector. Apr 27, 2020 screen protectors are not perfecteven the best ones are usually between a 7 and 8 on the mohs scale, which is slightly better than gorilla glassbut they allow you to pop your phone in your. My phone broke inside my other box case will they replace my phone at no charge. The new amplify phone screen protector embeds the antimicrobial property in the corning glass so it. Genuine otterbox defender apple iphone 6 black w screen protector.
While the alpha glass screen protector was cracked the phone screen beneath was fine as was the phone thanks to the otterbox case. So, if you accidentally dropped your phone badly, the screen can shatter in the otterbox. Alpha glass iphone 55sse screen protectors give you premium antishatter protection against scratches, scrapes and other oh no moments. Once you are logged in, you can find your order number in the order history section within the my account area. It is very unlikely that 2 cracks will run long the exact path, especially when the crack gets bigger inevitably due to pressure. What kind of screen protector should i get for my phone. It used to be mine but she dropped and cracked her phone.
Powerful, longlasting screen protection for your phone. You can find your order number when you login to your otterbox. The phone had an otterbox case on it when i dropped it. Eventually after a few months, i dropped the phone accidentally by no more than three feet onto concrete and the phones glass broke in the same corner where the plastic frame of the case had cracked. Do not buy otterbox defender case samsung galaxy note 8. I could not believe that not only was the screen in one piece. Dec 21, 2017 if you can run your finger along the crack and feel it, it is very likely its just the protector. Needless to say brand new phone and otterbox are toast. Obviously the screen glass is much more tougher than the tempered glass protector. I am a devoted otterbox fan, and have been using them religiously since the iphone 4s. Its important to consider whether you need a screen protector and the investment that will come with that additional purchase. Otterbox does not warrant, and is not responsible for, any smart phone or other device made by anyone other than otterbox. Well anyone that has these watch out how you drop them.
My otterbox cracked, will otterbox replace it for free. Which phone case fares better in an otterbox vs lifeproof comparison. How to remove broken tempered glass screen protector from samsung or any phone. Jan 24, 2018 the otterbox alpha glass provides adequate protection for my iphone 8 plus. I believe they were made for the 3g phone, but if not i know that they were made for the 3gs phone because i had one.
It was getting broken as a result of being dropped way more than once. Oct 14, 2012 the owners friend goofing around hit his pocket with a baseball bat and this os the result. Otterbox the otter box cracked my phone dec 11, 2017. That made typing on the screen a nightmare, especially the keys in the corners.
Well, dont expect the company to replace the screen for you. The zagg protector flew off and was about a foot from my phone. Otterbox amplify series screen protector for iphone xs max. The defender is a threelayer protective case that will keep your smartphone safe from falls and shocks, but also comes with a builtin screen protector to reduce chances of your handsets screen getting scratched or cracked.
Otterbox launches epaapproved antimicrobial screen. The only thing i didnt like about it was the fact that i dropped my phone from about 2. I have broken my phone in the past and it was not covered because i. Otterbox launches epaapproved antimicrobial screen protector. An otterbox case for iphone x is bulky, but it will surely protect your iphone x from all kinds of impacts. The company provides a warranty for the case only and not your iphone. Quick view alpha glass for iphone xriphone 11 in clear. I dropped my phone, shattering the screen and breaking my otterbox, ive heard otterbox will sometimes replace your iphone if it breaks while inside the otterbox case because of their whole iphone wont break code, is that true. This is what happend when the ball hit the phone the defender otterbox had nothing on his pitch. I was leaving the bank on my motorcycle and hit a couple bumps in the road. I have the big defender otter box case on my iphone 5 and today i was holding it at waist height and dropped it onto gym floor. My son pitched an 85 mile an hour fast ball during a bullpen session that he and his friend decided to video. Ive heard several times that if your phone is damaged in an otterbox case. The design of the case provides no protection at all for the screen or glass protectors.
The best plan for dealing with a cracked iphone screen is to prevent the damage in the first place. Its no secret that otterbox cases are built tough, and their screen protectors also get high marks. All of the ports on your phone will be covered by the defender and it comes with a lifetime warranty in case something. I ordered the alpha glass screen protector for my new iphone 11 pro as part of a package deal along with a defender series screenless case prior to actually purchasing my new phone due to the difficulty in finding a store with the phone i wanted in stock. And that was just from dropping it 2 feet with an otter box. Mar 24, 2020 access android phone with broken screen. How do i tell if i cracked my screen or is it just the. Phone didnt even last 3 days and the top corner of the phone cracked less than 3 days later the whole screen was spiderwebed 2 days after that the whole screen turned blue. How do i get a new phone because they are to protect the iphone 6 please let me know. They dont have any warranty on the cases for your phone.
After installing the new case and glass protector, this otterbox clear protector made it look new again. Oct 02, 2014 removing cracked glass screen protector. It was cracked all over originating in the corner and middle. The otterbox alpha glass provides adequate protection for my iphone 8 plus. The otterbox amplify edge2edge screen protector was developed in collaboration with corning glass and it is made of a special aluminosilicate glass which has 5 times more scratch resistance than. Believe it or not the phone still works, however, it suffered a cracked screen this time and also it was time for a needed upgrade so i did not have it repaired. Now i need to pay off the rest of the phone to get a new one. Otterbox alpha glass series screen protector for iphone 6 plus6s plus7 plus8 plus retail packaging clear 4. A week or two ago, i dropped my iphone and the screen cracked. So, if the case gets damaged, they will replace it, but they will never replace your iphone s screen. The iphone 4 from verizon was smashed front and back needing both replaced. This is my second otterbox phone case and i love it. When your iphone screen is cracked, you always have the option to do nothing.
My iphone came out of my pocket, landing 75 ft from where it first fell. Preserver your device in its natural beauty with alpha glass screen protectors from otterbox otterbox. Otter products, llc dba otterbox and its affiliated companies worldwide collectively, otter warrants its products collectively, the products against defects in manufacturing, material, or workmanship under normal use and service for their applicable warranty periods, subject to conditions contained in. Otterbox alpha glass screen protector iphone 11 pro walmart. I know my friends mom did that but she had an iphone 3 and i have and iphone 4. The potential for problems plus the cost of purchasing a special toolkit and a replacement screen is enough for me to tell you thats repairing your cracked iphone screen on your own is probably not worth risk. A lifeproof or otterbox phone case or cover ensures maximum protection for your iphone so that you dont have to worry about it getting damaged after being dropped from a height. Yes, i currently have this setup, carefully push out the cheapo otterbox plastic screen protector, apply tempered glass protector to phone and insert phone into case. Toughen up your phone with cases for iphone xr otterbox. A must have accessory for every iphone x otterbox defender case user. I believe the plastic shell was the cause of the crack, it being the first thing to hit the screen if it was the rubber first then the plastic over it wouldnt have done that. It did crack the bottom corner a little bit but overall im amazed ive had phones. Here is what to do if your iphone screen shattered in. We re not hearing about all the times the otterbox prevented phones from being destroyed, only about the times it failed.
It landed on the front screen and when i picked it up it was shattered, through the screen protector on the case, and the tough screen lcd doesnt work anymore wither. The owners friend goofing around hit his pocket with a baseball bat and this os the result. I have never dropped my phone, and it is still in excellent condition, however, this screen protector has been frustrating from day one. Mar 01, 2017 in this video you will learn how to replace your iphone 6s screen when it is cracked or broken.
Always use a screen protector, and consider using a rugged case that fully encapsulates the. Will otterbox have to replace my phone if i turn it in. Thanks otterbox for making a product that works, instead of having to go through the hastle and expense of replacing. How to know whether you cracked your tempered glass or your. Ironically it is the sole reason my brand new iphone 6 screen is now damaged. Just wish they had some sort of added screen protector for the edge screens. Otterbox 7754010 alpha glass screen protector for iphone. Here is what to do if your iphone screen shattered in otterbox. Early today i cracked my phone and i had my phone inside the case and. I wasnt aware until after the race ended but when we found it, my phone was completely fine, not.
Jan 23, 2014 the otterbox defender actually has a small crack in it as well that isnt the end, after the initial small crack in the ipad, it must have made it easier for the ipad to break because while in church, my daughter dropped the ipad inside the church fellowship hall and the entire screen shatteredwhile inside the otterbox. On the case itself you can see the scrape marks where it hit the plastic and broke. Also i have a zagg screen protector on and that was all cracked up and flew off my phone. The testimonial shared is an individual experience, sent to us. No kidding if you drop the phone and the protector cracks, and the phone screen itself doesnt crack, then the protector has done its job imo. Pet screen protectors provide the least amount of scratch and impactprotection, but theyre super cheap, light, and thin, and as a result are less visible once applied to your phone. I drop my phone a lot, so the fact that my phone has never broken with an otterbox on it says a ton about its level or protection. Purchased this screen protector on 118 along with the galaxy s8 and the otter box defender case. The companys alpha glass screen protectors work with otterbox cases or a naked iphone. I get the feeling that the crack in the plastic frame stressed it to a point where the phone screen shattered. I had my old phone for 2 years with no glas protector and the screen looks like new.
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