Keeping the Family iPad (and Every Other Tablet) Alive

Tablets live a harder life than phones. They get passed around, carried by kids, left on couches and charged on the floor. A few habits go a long way.

1. Get a real case, especially for kids. A thick foam or rugged case with a built-in stand absorbs drops far better than a thin folio cover.
2. Add a screen protector. Tablet glass is large and expensive. A tempered glass protector is cheap insurance.
3. Don't charge it under a pillow or blanket. Heat is hard on batteries. Charge on a hard, flat surface with some airflow.
4. Be gentle with the charging cable. Yanking the cord out at an angle, or using the tablet while it's plugged in on someone's lap, wears out the charging port.
5. Keep drinks away. Tablets on the kitchen table or couch arm are an easy target for spilled juice and coffee.
6. Don't ignore a lifting screen. If the glass starts separating from the frame, the battery may be swelling. Stop using it and bring it in.
7. Back it up and set a passcode. Kids' tablets often hold years of photos and videos that only live on that device.

Signs it's time for a repair • Cracked glass or touch that stops responding in spots • Battery that drains fast or won't hold a charge • Tablet only charges when the cable is held at an angle • Screen lines, flickering or a black screen with sound still working How we can help We repair tablets from Apple, Samsung, Amazon, Lenovo and more: screens, batteries, charging ports, buttons and liquid damage. Most repairs are done the same day, depending on the model and part availability. We'll tell you up front if a part has to be ordered. If your tablet is older, we'll help you decide whether a repair makes sense or whether your money is better spent elsewhere. • Call or text: 352-693-5839 • Email: info@repairlogix.com • Get a quote online: repairlogix.com/book — we usually reply within an hour during business hours. • Walk in: 11203 SE 53rd Ct, Belleview (off Hwy 441, across from City Hall).