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iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Back Glass Replacement
Cracked back glass on your iPhone 12? The back glass is fused to the frame, making this one of the most difficult iPhone repairs. Here are your options.
⚠️ Difficult Repair
iPhone 12 back glass is permanently attached with strong adhesive and integrated with the wireless charging coil. DIY replacement risks damaging internal components.
🔧 Replacement Options
- Laser removal ($50-100): Professional shops use laser machines to remove the glass without disassembly. Fastest and safest option.
- Full housing swap ($80-150): Replace the entire back housing/frame assembly. All components must be transferred.
- Apple repair ($169-349): Official repair, may replace entire device depending on other damage.
- Back glass protector: Cover the crack with a skin or protector if it's minor (temporary solution).
📦 Parts (If Attempting Housing Swap)
Shop Parts on Amazon →⚡ Why Laser Removal Is Best
- No disassembly required — phone stays intact
- Takes 15-30 minutes
- Lower risk of damaging wireless charging or other components
- New glass adheres directly to existing frame
🛠️ Housing Swap Overview (Advanced)
If you're doing a full housing replacement, you'll need to transfer:
- Display assembly
- Battery
- Logic board
- Cameras (front and rear)
- Charging port assembly
- Speakers and microphones
- All flex cables and brackets
- SIM tray
Time required: 2-3 hours for experienced technicians
🔧 Get Professional Help
Back glass replacement is best left to professionals with laser equipment. We offer fast turnaround and quality parts.
📞 Call: (856) 914-1074
🏢 PC Medics of NJ — Professional iPhone repairs