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How to tell if a phone’s screen has been replaced: buying second-hand

You can tell whether a second-hand phone’s screen has been replaced from a few signs: a gap or excess adhesive at the edge, tool marks on screws, dust around the front camera and colours that differ from the same model. On iPhone, Parts and Service History can show it too. A good replacement may leave no trace.

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Key points
  • Look for a gap or excess adhesive at the edge.
  • Look for tool marks on visible screws.
  • Check for dust around the front camera and sensors.
  • Compare colour and touch with the same model.
  • On iPhone, check Parts and Service History.

01Signs to look for from outside

SignWhat it may tell you
A gap or step at the edgeThe screen may have been re-bonded
Excess adhesive at the edgeThe screen may have been removed and refitted
Tool marks on screwsThe phone may have been opened
Dust around the front camera and sensorsThe screen may have been opened and closed
Signs of force at the joinsThe body or cover may have been opened

02Comparison and settings

  1. Compare side by side. Compare brightness, colour and touch sensitivity with a phone of the same model; with a low-quality screen the difference stands out.
  2. Parts history on iPhone. On supported models, Parts and Service History under Settings › General › About can show a replaced screen; details are in how to tell if an iPhone has been repaired.
  3. Ask for documents. Ask the seller for any repair invoice or service record.

A well-done repair may leave none of these signs; the tests are not conclusive.

03When buying second-hand

A replaced screen is not a problem in itself; what matters is the type of part fitted. The difference between screen types is in aftermarket, used and original screens, and what to watch when buying and selling in Kadıköy in buying and selling used phones in Kadıköy.

Brand › Model › Repair listChoose your model, ask about the faultSamsung models

04How to get your phone to us

Visit our store

Hasanpaşa Mh. Söğütlüçeşme Cd. No: 192 (opposite the mosque car park), Kadıköy. Monday – Friday 09:00 – 20:30 · Saturday 09:30 – 20:30 · Sunday: Please ask.

Send it by post

Free two-way shipping with our contracted carrier from anywhere in Turkey. Send the device without its case, in a well-protected box, with a note giving your phone number and the fault.

Motorbike courier

Within Istanbul you can send your device by motorbike courier; just send us your address and the fault on WhatsApp.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

01

Can you be sure a phone’s screen has been replaced?

Not always; a well-done replacement may leave no trace. The signs and a comparison give a good idea.

02

Where can I see on an iPhone that the screen was replaced?

On supported models, in Parts and Service History under Settings › General › About.

03

Is it a problem to buy a phone with a replaced screen?

Not in itself; check the type of part fitted and that the screen works properly.

04

Will a screen replacement delete my data?

Data is usually preserved during a repair; still, you need to back up your data before the repair starts (backups are the customer’s responsibility).

Customer reviews

What our customers say

★★★★★

They replaced the screen of my iPhone 17 Pro Max with an original one within an hour. Emir and Kerem looked after me very well. An amazing business.

Ali E.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

I had the screen and battery of my 14 Pro Max replaced and I am very pleased. Thanks for your work.

Oğuzhan O.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
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I think you will be pleased with their approach, their helpfulness and their care.

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This is the place I have shopped at with endless trust and sincerity for 20 years, since the Cep Market days. I am so glad you are here; Teknoway is the only place for me.

Cavidan T.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

A very good business with friendly staff, and they answered every question I had in full. Thank you, Teknoway.

ParlakplaystationCustomer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

A company I have known for a long time that helps in every way it can. I definitely recommend dropping by and at least listening to their ideas and advice.

Murat Y.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

We had a screen protector fitted, and they gave us gifts I think were worth more than the screen protector. Most of all, thank you for the friendly welcome.

Mehmed P.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

Can looked after me very well and fixed the phone flawlessly. Thank you. When the repair was done, I realised I had left my phone with real experts.

Mustafa Ö.Customer review · Translated from Turkish

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