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There was a person I knew who would throw every new phone they owned into the bathroom. Not immediately, of course. But as the years passed and time passed, the toilet began to take its victims one by one.

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An iPad is a little more difficult to drop down the toilet, and I haven’t heard the dreaded sound of pricey new equipment falling down the drain just yet. However, I’m not beyond dropping it on the concrete pavement outside my house, for example, while attempting to hold the tablet as my kid thrashes around in the car.

If an iPad breaks, there are a few options for fixing it, such as DIYing it or taking it to your neighborhood third-party shop. If you’re the proactive kind, there are also several ways to prevent it from breaking in the first place.

Eighty percent of tablets are returned within the first two years of purchase, according to technology insurance Asurion. Mine survived for exactly two months short of ten years, most likely because I did, in fact, cease using it for five years. However, once my kids were born, I instantly remembered my old first-generation iPad Air, which was useful for providing them with an in-car entertainment system similar to that of an airline.

That ought to be rather risk-free, right? After all, it’s fastened firmly to the back of a seat. The drawback is that you have to bring the tablet inside to be charged when the battery runs out. Similar to a game of “the floor is lava,” but with actual danger to any screens in its path due to the scorching Californian concrete.

Having children also makes tablet ownership significantly more prevalent; in 2021, four out of five homes with children had tablets, according to the US Census Bureau. I’m ready to wager that homes with children also have a considerably higher likelihood of breaking the tablets that they do have, based on my personal experience of living with two little people who have no respect for gravity or the delicate nature of pricey technology.

So what happens if you—or, to be fair, your child—break your tablet? This is what I carried out. A hint: Visiting an Apple Store wasn’t necessary.

Try DIY repairs for an iPad screen crack or battery problems

In 2022, Apple started to make iPad repairs available to the public by collaborating with iFixit to provide repair manuals and authorized replacement components. You could be daring enough to give it a shot, even if I did not do this at all.

Check out the very thorough step-by-step instructions and difficulty ratings for iFixit’s iPhone DIY repair tutorials here, which vary based on the version of Apple’s tablet you own. For example, iFixit estimates that replacing the screen on your iPad Pro 12.9-inch 4th generation model will be a moderately challenging process that takes one to two hours to do.

Afterwards, iFixit offers kits containing the components you’ll need to fix specific problems. For example, this $237 iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2018-2020) screen repair kit comes with a brand-new screen with adhesive strips, a reusable “iOpener” that you zap in the microwave to soften the adhesive on the screen, an opening tool, six opening picks, plastic cards, a battery blocker, a suction handle, tweezers, a precision bit driver with SIM eject tool, and a 4mm Phillips precision screwdriver bit.

It is also possible to purchase a new battery and change it on your own using iFixit’s tutorial; however, the method for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro model is classified as tough and requires two to three hours to complete.

Hire a repairman to mend your broken iPad

There are hundreds of approved Apple repair providers (you can find one near you here), independent repair providers that carry Apple components, and your neighborhood mall repair shop if you’re not comfortable with tough or even moderate DIY repairs.

Depending on how “official” you want your repair to be, costs will change. It will cost more to have Apple handle repairs. You may use our cost calculator to enter the model and issue of your iPad to see out how much it would cost. It is not possible to choose “cracked screen,” but you can see that the projected cost of repairing “other damage” on the most recent iPad is $319, although repairing the battery would only cost about $119.

It’s nearly a tie between those prices and getting a new, less expensive tablet.

However, your best option could be the mall repair shops, which can mend any sort of gadget that has a damaged screen. I recently bought a replacement screen for my old iPad for $100. These stores pledge to offer the most reasonable prices around for their technicians, who can also fix issues including water damage, overheating, audio difficulties, and a battery that is not charging properly or dying too rapidly.

Compare third-party insurers with AppleCare Plus.

Is purchasing tablet insurance really worth it since there are so many ways to fix your iPad in case the screen breaks? It depends on if you’re more likely to break your iPad frequently than that individual I know who kept dropping electronics in the toilet bowl. If you drop it sufficiently hard, it only has to break once for insurance to be beneficial.

There is a wide range of insurance options available for your iPad. You can choose to pay a higher premium of $12 per month for three months, then $24 per month after that from Asurion, a device insurance specialist, or you can opt for a more affordable option starting at about $4 per month from an all-purpose insurer like Progressive or Allstate.

With a $50 deductible, Progressive will insure you against theft, vandalism, power surges from lightning, liquid submersion, and unintentional damage. Costco sells Allstate insurance plans with no deductibles, however they do not cover theft or loss.

Even while Asurion costs a lot more, it protects almost all of the equipment in your house, including your iPad. It offers you limitless photo and video storage along with protection against drops, spills, and theft.

And there’s AppleCare Plus, of course. With unlimited claims for unintentional damage, Apple will replace or repair your iPad, battery, Apple Pencil, Apple iPad keyboard, and your included USB cable and power adapter. The only costs associated with this service are a $49 fee for iPad repairs and a $29 fee (plus tax) for Apple Pencil or iPad keyboard replacements.

Depending on the iPad model you own, AppleCare Plus costs vary: The iPad Air (5th generation) costs $4 per month or $79 annually; the iPad Pro 12.9-inch model costs $8 per month or $149 per year; the iPad Pro 11-inch costs $6 per month or $129 per year; and the iPad and iPad Mini cost $3.50 a month or $69 per year.

However, you can still avoid entering an Apple Store even if you do have Apple’s insurance: If your iPad is beyond repair, you may mail it back along with a pre-paid shipping box or get a replacement sent to you quickly.

Next time, think about getting a screen protector and a tough case.

In the event that your iPad purchase date was more than sixty days ago, AppleCare Plus will not be available to you. Additionally, you might want to think about making a one-time purchase of a robust iPad cover and a screen protector if you don’t want to pay for tablet insurance through those other choices.

I also carried out this action. You know, after breaking the screen and having to pay $100 to get it fixed?

Many excellent iPad cover alternatives are available on Amazon for less than $30, and they come in every possible color.

Just make sure the case you purchase fits the exact model of iPad that you own. And going forward, simply anticipate that you will drop your iPad or use it until the battery runs out, and when that happens, purchase a cover for it or obtain insurance as quickly as possible.

Naturally, during some violent situations, tools may be of great assistance to all of us. However, the effectiveness of a tool relies on a number of factors, including time, availability, issue nature, and kind of instrument.

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The ability to act in a time of necessity, both technically and mentally, is what matters most.

The instrument is usually only one of the factors. One must train and get ready in order to obtain those.

The array of readily available self-defense devices that we may purchase and employ is contingent upon national legislation.

Stun guns and pepper spray are examples of self-defense equipment that is legal in certain nations but not in others. I’d want to look at a few of the weapons and self-defense devices that are offered in various nations.

STUN-GUN

There are several types and intensities of strength present here. The idea is that when a subject’s body comes into touch with high voltage, low current electrical pulses, the nervous system is severely disrupted. This results in some paralysis and agony.

The enemy’s body receives an average of 50–100 thousand volts or more from two spikes or electrodes. When pulses are applied to skin in touch with it, particularly in areas near nerve connections like the neck or groin, we experience the most impact. Stun guns come in a variety of forms, from flashlight sections to handle-like structures.

TASER

A taser is a type of stun pistol that shoots high voltage pulses through two or more spikes attached to a wired device. Several (3–10) meters is the effective range, depending on the technology. Usually, the subject’s skin is penetrated by the spikes, which are metal prongs.

Pulling the stun gun from the pocket or purse might be done before an assault. Searching for it when the attacker is actively working against you is nearly difficult. Therefore, make sure you have the pistol in your possession before the altercation starts. It is still concealable. It is unlawful in several nations to arm oneself because you are expecting anything and reaching for something, or even simply to have a stunt gun.

The PERSONAL PANIC ALARM.

This is an extremely intelligent self-defense device, commonly known as an Anti-Rape, Anti-Attack Alert. Typically, removing a pin from the device’s main body activates it. There is an excruciating degree of loudness that is released. Additionally, some of the gadgets feature a safety button that has to be pressed in order for it to work. The noise level is between 100 and 150 dB.

It must be accessible and able to be turned on during stressful or trying times, much like many other gadgets. During a surprise attack, it will be exceedingly difficult to manage and unlikely to be utilized if it is hidden in a pocket or bag.

THE PEPPER SPRAY

These self-defense tools come in a variety of forms, including gels and gasses. Here, we’re talking about devices that spray a gas that irritates the mouth, nose, and eyes and gives a burning sensation. originally had a compact canister form akin to that of a deodorant canister. Subsequently, further forms emerged, including a key chain stick and a handgun.

Most of the time, this works well to stop the attacker, but the user still has to do a few easy steps:

You have to aim as high as you can.

In comparatively short distances, it works well.

You must be more precise the greater the range and the more concentrated the stream.

It is imperative to avoid spraying against the wind and to avoid stepping or running into the freshly sprayed mist.

To counter surprise strikes, like with other tools, you need to have the item in your hand and ready to go. It is illegal to carry in many nations, just as other gadgets and methods.

KUBOTAN

A tiny key chain holder and baton, measuring around 15 cm in length and half an inch in width. Typically, this self-defense tool is constructed of metal. Additionally, it could have a ring at one end and a spike or point at the other. You may fasten keys to the ring or put your finger inside to steady the grip. Takayuki Kubota, a Japanese martial artist, created it first in the 1960s (first as a pain compliance technique for police personnel).

The Kubotan’s strategy is to apply pressure or hit at weak spots to inflict suffering and enforce cooperation. It generally has a larger impact and causes more pain when struck by an attacker than when struck by a fist or an open hand. While some people build a whole system around this instrument, its primary functions include hitting (usually in a circular motion), applying pressure, and causing pain. Because you require two hands to administer some of the control and pain compliance tactics that are widespread in such “systems,” you are often exposed to a certain amount of risk because of your limited ability to respond and react.