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Phone front glass replacement cost: flat versus curved glass

The shape of the glass and how it is bonded to the panel affect the cost of a front glass replacement most. On curved (edge) screens the glass bonds to the panel over a wider area and the work is harder; flat glass is easier. On some models the glass cannot be separated and the whole screen is replaced.

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Key points
  • The glass shape and how it is bonded set the cost.
  • The work is harder on curved (edge) glass.
  • On some models the glass cannot be separated; the whole screen is replaced.
  • Tougher glass types resist breaking better but are not unbreakable.
  • The price is sent by message once the model is known.

01Flat glass and curved glass

Glass shapeEffect on the work
Flat glassEasier to separate from the panel and align the new glass
Curved (edge) glassThe panel curves at the edges too; separating and bonding is hard
Framed screenGlass, panel and frame come together; may not be replaced separately

On curved screens a front glass replacement is not always possible; when it is, it takes more labour.

iPhone cracked front glass replacement, screen kept

02Glass types and toughness

Phones use special toughened glass on the front; some makers use branded tougher glass. These resist scratches and knocks better but are not unbreakable: a fall on a corner can still crack them. The type of glass fitted in a replacement depends on the model and part; we tell you at diagnosis.

03What else affects the cost?

  • Whether the panel is intact (if not, the screen is replaced).
  • The screen type (OLED or LCD).
  • How close the front camera and sensor area are to the glass.

Other cost factors are in cracked phone glass repair cost, and the cases where only the glass is replaced in cracked front glass replacement.

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 the front glass be replaced on curved screens?

On some models yes, but it is harder; on others the glass cannot be separated and the whole screen is replaced. We tell you at diagnosis.

02

Is tougher glass unbreakable?

No; it just resists scratches and knocks better. Corner drops can still crack it.

03

Why does the front glass price vary so much by model?

The glass shape, how it is bonded to the panel and the screen type change the difficulty and the part.

04

Will a front glass 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

★★★★★

Thank you, I had my device repaired: front glass replacement on a 17 Pro Max within an hour.

AhkCustomer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

I had the front glass of a 14 Pro Max replaced and I am pleased. Well done.

Alp Tunahan T.Customer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

I think you will be pleased with their approach, their helpfulness and their care.

Our customerCustomer review · Translated from Turkish
★★★★★

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.

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