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BREAKING NEWS: MR FIX CELL PHONE & COMPUTER REPAIR NOW IS OPENED IN NORFOLK

Mr Fix Cell Phone & Computer Repair has been opened in Norfolk! Our new store is located at 121 W 21st St Norfolk, VA 23517 (across from Tuesday Morning). 

We are happy to expand our business and proud to now serve the Norfolk community. Our technicians have been working in the field for many years. We use the most expensive and high-quality parts and love our job.  Customer satisfaction is the most important thing for us, so we opened another cell phone & computer repair shop in Norfolk to provide our service for more people. 

When choosing a place to repair your device, you should pay attention to Mr Fix for next reasons:

  1. You can bring any broken device and get most of them fixed within 1-2 hours

We offer repair services and free diagnostics of smartphones, tablets, laptops, consoles or any other electronic device. No matter if your phone is Samsung, Apple, Motorola, LG or any other well known brand. You can drop it off at our store at any time, even when you are in a hurry because our technicians can take most of the repairs within 2 hours. We have a goal to satisfy you.

  1. We use only premium high quality equipment

When you bring your device to be repaired, you shouldn’t worry about the quality of spare parts. Absolutely all parts that you want to replace, including fixtures for repair, are premium high quality. We stay behind our parts and have been working with our trusted suppliers for years.

  1. We always take care of our customers 

Our employees are always very kind and responsive to their customers. You can learn about the process of repairing your device, watch it by asking questions. After visiting Mr Fix, you will definitely be satisfied!

We value our reputation and the trust of our customers. We look forward to welcoming you to our new electronics repair shop in Norfolk! If you like your device and don’t want to spend money on buying a new one, you can take it in for a quality repair. No matter how serious the problem is and what the condition of the device is, we guarantee it will be taken care of.. If you have any questions, you can call us at (757) 977-8444 or send an email at norfolk@misterfix.us. Besides, you can look into Mr Fix Cell Phone & Computer Repair at any time convenient for you. We are open Monday-Saturday 10 am – 7 pm and we are closed on Sundays. Be sure, after visiting our shop, you will solve your problem.

You can contact us in the next ways:

(757) 977-8444

norfolk@misterfix.us

FB @MrFixNorfolk.

How to Repair iPhone Battery

      If your iPhone starts to discharge quickly, reboots, freezes, shows a low number of maximum capacity – you need to replace the battery. Mr. Fix repairs the following iPhone models:

• iPhone 6

• iPhone 7

• iPhone 8

• iPhone X

• iPhone 11

      How to Repair iPhone 6 Battery?

      It’s not a secret for anyone that a rechargeable battery powers the mobile gadget. On iPhone 6 and other mobile devices, the battery is located under the body. The popular iPhone 6 has a lithium-ion battery. Such a battery has a high specific capacity W/h and has a high discharge current. The process of charging a mobile phone can be carried out in two ways – from a computer or an adapter. A Lightning cable is required in both cases because there is no wireless charging technology on this model.

      If the charging procedure is correct, the battery will last more than a year or even two years. Its life cycle ranges from 1000 to 1500 charge cycles. If users neglect the basic operating rules, the battery will degrade and lose its properties sooner or later. In this case, you may need to replace the iPhone 6 battery with a new one urgently.

      It is possible to determine that the battery has failed if there are sure signs.

• If the battery does not charge.

• If the battery quickly discharges, but the case temperature remains normal.

• If the battery is noticeably swollen and there are cracks on display.

• If the battery shows less than 80%

      Mr. Fix offers to replace the iPhone 6 battery in the event of a series of breakdowns. The process of replacing the battery is not particularly difficult, and our technicians will take up to 30 minutes for this. Experts recommend replacing the battery every 1-2 years due to natural wear. However, in the event of a problem, you should do it as needed.

      How to Repair iPhone 7 Battery?

      Not so long ago, the new iPhone Apple 7 was released. It is more advanced than its predecessors. However, despite this, it is not immune to battery problems. As with previous models, the battery can fail. Most often, the problem is due to the natural wear of the battery. The iPhone 7 has a Li-Po battery, which, due to its chemical composition, lasts no more than 1500 charge/discharge cycles. But there are improper operation cases, non-observance of elementary rules when charging the phone, due to which the battery stops working as before.

      One of the common problems that can occur during iPhone use is associated with a battery’s failure – the rapid discharge of the phone. 100% of iPhone 7 owners face this problem.

      If you notice it, then it’s time to think about replacing the battery. Of course, it is worth doing this in case of emergency, when one of the above problems is present. Mr. Fix technicians are ready to solve this problem and do everything to ensure that your smartphone works again as before.

      How to Repair iPhone 8 Battery?

      According to statistics, the iPhone 8 battery is one of the smartphone’s weakest components: resource consumption or battery defects are more common than other faults. Fortunately, replacing the battery is just a matter of technology.

      iPhone 8 has a standard 1821 mAh lithium-ion battery, which provides an autonomy characteristic of Apple smartphones in 12-14 hours of operation.

      Replacing the iPhone 8 battery is performed when more than 20% of the rated resource is used up and in the event of a malfunction or defective battery. The iPhone 8 battery guarantees a service life of 500 full recharge cycles, which on average is enough for a year and a half of active use.

      It is important to note that installing low-quality batteries can lead to overheating of the smartphone and swelling of the battery, which leads to deformation of the case, malfunction of internal components, or ignition of the device.

      We strongly advise against reinstalling the battery yourself. Unfortunately, these “experiments” can end with the loss of the battery and lead to more complex breakdowns of the gadget. To avoid this, we recommend that you contact Mr. Fix to replace the iPhone battery.

         How to Repair iPhone X Battery?

      iPhone X is a legendary smartphone, which was the first to recognize you by sight. Now Face ID is commonplace and does not have the WOW effect it did in 2017. iPhone X has a 2716 mAh Li-Ion battery with a 500-cycle recharge. Over time, the battery loses its initial capacity, and the iPhone keeps the charge significantly less. If the phone holds a charge for 5-7 hours, you should make a scheduled iPhone X battery replacement.

      If you watch any of the many YouTube videos on iPhone X battery replacement, it might seem like replacing the battery at home is easy. But in practice, this is far from the case. You need to have many different screwdrivers with different heads and other devices, not to mention the spare parts and consumables. This is how Mr. Fix technicians work:

• They turn off the phone.

• Then, at the bottom of the smartphone, Mr. Fix unscrew the two screws near the speaker.

• They warm up the display and use a suction cup and a pick very carefully to detach the screen from the case.

• Then, they remove the protective panel and disconnect the cables.

• To carefully dismantle the battery, they must remove the speaker and vibration motor.

• And then, with the help of tweezers, our technicians pull out the adhesive tape from all sides.

• They take out the old battery and glue the adhesive tape on the new part, and put it in place.

• They put in place the speaker and vibration motor

• Our technicians connect the display and check the functioning. After that, they assemble the device.

• The biggest challenge is disassembling and assembling the smartphone.

         How to Repair iPhone 11 Battery?

      The bright and attractive iPhone 11, the younger version of the more powerful 11 ​​Pro and 11 Max Pro, appeared in September 2019. The smartphone has a polymer lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 3110 mAh with 1000 recharge cycles. The iPhone 11’s capacity is marginally less than the 11 Pro. During use, the battery capacity drops, after which the iPhone keeps the charge significantly less.

      The repair will require some tools, several screwdrivers with different heads, picks, a spatula, tweezers, a set of adhesive tape for attaching the battery to the case. It all starts with disassembling the device.

Mr. Fix:

  • They remove the display. To do this, they unscrew the two screws at the bottom near the speaker. They warm up the screen and remove the screen very carefully using a plastic pick.
  • Next, they disconnect the display and power cables.
  • They remove the battery, the microphone, and the vibration motor.
  • Then, using tweezers, they remove the adhesive tape from under the battery.
  • After that, they install a new battery. 

      Mr. Fix technicians are experienced technicians so that, so they will repair your iPhone quickly and in terms of quality.

      Mr. Fix can help you to fix not just the iPhone battery but also the iPhone camera. 

How to Repair iPhone Camera

If after the iPhone falls, the following symptoms appear:

• The flash does not work

• Broken autofocus

• When the camera starts, only a black screen is displayed

• There are obvious image defects

      You should contact Mr. Fix. Our technicians will fix any damage to the camera module.

      How to Repair iPhone 6 Camera?

      Typically, iPhone 6 camera problems are caused by careless handling of the smartphone:

• Blows (falling)

• Flooding (moisture ingress)

• Excessive heat exposure (overheating)

      Replacing the front or rear camera in iPhone 6 is a rather complicated process for an amateur, so we do not recommend doing it yourself.

      For example, here’s how we replace the rear camera on an iPhone 6 in our service shop:

• Removing the display

• Removing the battery protection

• Snapping off the battery

• Unscrewing the protection of the display module

• Snapping off the display module

• Unscrewing the camera protection

• Snapping off the camera

• Changing the camera

• Reassembling the iPhone

      The front camera is located on the same cable along with the proximity sensors, light sensors, and a contact cable under the earpiece, so replacing it requires great care and experience.

      How to Repair iPhone 7 Camera?

      Like Apple’s more expensive flagships, the iPhone 7 comes with a 12MP f / 1.8 wide-angle camera for good quality shots in both good light and low-light conditions.

      If the photosensor stops working or the shooting quality has dropped significantly, you will need to replace the iPhone 7 camera. The price of this service directly depends on the quality of spare parts. The display module must be removed to replace the camera, which requires specialized tools and preheating to avoid damage.

      The iPhone 7 photo module is delivered without a lens since the protective glass is part of the case. Replacing the iPhone 7 camera lens is required when quality drops or recording artifacts are caused by dirt or chips on the protective glass.

         How to Repair iPhone 8 Camera?

      The iPhone 8 camera, despite the absence of a second sensor, is in no way inferior to the main 12-megapixel photo module of the older model, which has a positive effect on the quality of simple pictures.

      If the camera does not work on the iPhone 8 or the pictures come out blurry, the roots of the defect lie either in the malfunction of the sensor, which requires a complete replacement of the photo module or in damage to the protective glass – in this case, replacing the iPhone 8 camera glass will solve the problem.

      iPhone 8 uses waterproof glue in the assembly, which complicates disassembling and assembling a smartphone. The work is simplified by the availability of service tools that help solve the problem in half an hour and maintain factory quality.

      If the iPhone 8 camera does not behave like this after a fall, there are apparent defects or even shows a black screen; we recommend contacting Mr. Fix.

         How to Repair iPhone X Camera?

      The iPhone X camera is a twin 12MP sensor with f / 2.4 wide-angle and telephoto lenses for improved low-light performance.

      iPhone X camera glass replacement is required because of mechanical defects that negatively affect the quality of shooting. 

      Replacing the iPhone X camera requires disassembling the device, which is complicated by using custom screws and glue. The use of professional service tools makes this work fast and safe for the iPhone.

      How to Repair iPhone 11 Camera?

      The iPhone 11 has a camera with two lenses: wide-angle and ultra-wide-angle. The camera resolution is 12 megapixels, which is quite enough for creating high-quality photos and video shooting. If this part has stopped working for some reason, Mr. Fix offers an urgent, low-cost iPhone 11 camera replacement.

      Causes of iPhone Camera Malfunction

• Mechanical damage to the integrity of the element resulting from falls on a hard surface or strong impacts.

• Failures in the program area.

• Liquid spilled into the device.

• Manufacturing defects, low-quality materials.

      Signs of an Urgent Need to Replace the Main iPhone Camera

      A broken camera brings a lot of inconvenience to the owner. But how can you tell if it really is out of order? The main symptom of a breakdown is system messages like “the phone is in standby mode,” “could not connect to the camera,” “error.” Another common symptom is the presence of unnatural colors in photos and videos or spots. If you find any of these malfunctions, contact Mr. Fix for professional help.

      What to Do If the Main IPhone Camera Breaks Down?

      It is not recommended to carry out repairs by yourself, without special equipment and knowledge of all the work’s intricacies. After all, performing non-professional repairs, you run the risk of aggravating the device’s condition, which complicates its further recovery. It is better to entrust the replacement to a specialized Mr. Fix.

      Why Mr. Fix?

      If you need an urgent repair of your iPhone camera, contact our service shop technicians for help. We will carry out diagnostics of your device and determine what type of repair work you need to make. We have professional equipment that enables us to carry out high-quality repair work. Mr. Fix offers:

  • Free diagnostics.
  • Reasonable prices and open pricing policy.
  • Experienced technicians.
  • Provision of 100% guarantees for the services and components provided.
  • High quality of work performed.

      Mr. Fix can help you to fix not just the iPhone camera but also the iPhone charging port. 

How to Repair iPhone Charging Port

      Connection problems that prevent the phone from charging or syncing with the computer can be caused by the expired cable and damaged charging port. If you have to use force when charging a gadget, this indicates a problem that will be easily solved by technicians. Mr. Fix repairs the following iPhone models:

• iPhone 6

• iPhone 7

• iPhone 8

• iPhone X

• iPhone 11

      How to Repair iPhone 6 Charging Port

      In all iPhones, the charging connector performs two functions at once: to connect the charger and connect the smartphone to the computer. If the charging connector breaks down in the iPhone 6, it needs to be urgently repaired because the gadget’s further operation becomes impossible.

      A broken power connector in an iPhone is one of the few problems that cannot be triggered by a system failure. Often, the root of the problem lies in charging port wear, with phone users having to charge it almost every day. Frequent manipulations with the smartphone’s charging port lead to its loosening, which causes various problems in the iPhone 6.

      The causes of the breakage of the iPhone 6 charging connector can be mechanical deformation and damage, water, dust, and a malfunction of the loop. Depending on the nature of the breakdown, the battery may not charge at all, or it may charge very slowly.

      There are many signs of a breakdown of the lower cable or the iPhone 6 charging connector, but there can be only a few ways to fix the problem. This requires hardware repair. It is possible to determine what type of restoration is needed only after diagnostics.

      A breakdown of the power connector can lead to other malfunctions, but experienced technicians can quickly fix them by choosing the best solution. Thanks to our extensive experience, the availability of special tools, and the use of original components, we provide an official warranty for replacing the iPhone 6 charging port.

      How to Repair iPhone 7 Charging Port

      The iPhone 7 charging port is located on the device’s side, directly below the Home key.

      Despite a significant reduction in battery consumption rate, many owners of devices recharge them every day, which significantly increases the risk of a malfunction of the dock connector.

      The iPhone 7 charging port is also used to sync with a personal computer using iTunes or third-party software.

      Replace the charging port if it is damaged. Mr. Fix competent technicians perform the replacement of the charging port and loops, power controllers, motherboard connectors, or battery. Sometimes replacing the damaged cable is enough to solve the problem.

      If you experience difficulties in synchronizing with a PC, you should pay attention to the computer device’s software settings and the USB connector.

      How to Repair iPhone 8 Charging Port

      The charging port is an essential element of modern mobile devices. The prank of children or the careless movement of the owner leads to the damage of contacts, which causes the inability to charge the phone. If the charging port fails, you will need to replace it. This operation requires special tools and professional skills. Otherwise, there is a risk of hopelessly damaging your device.

      Mr. Fix offers services for replacing the charging port for iPhone 8. Extensive experience, modern equipment, and high-quality parts allow us to solve the most challenging problems and help in almost hopeless situations. Thanks to our efforts, you will be able to fully charge your smartphone without worrying about what will happen after the battery is discharged.

      Mr. Fix will professionally perform the work of replacing the charging connector on the iPhone 8. If the malfunction is not directly related to the charging port, we will definitely eliminate this problem.

      How to Repair iPhone X Charging Port

      Replacing the iPhone X charging port is a complicated procedure that requires a complete disassembly of the device. To eliminate the problem as quickly and efficiently as possible, contact a service shop. With extensive practical experience, Mr. Fix technicians will diagnose your iPhone X and replace the failed component with a new one.

      How to Repair iPhone 11 Charging Port

      It is relatively easy to identify a broken iPhone 11 charging port. You need to move the cable a little in the place where it connects to the gadget. If the indicator appears on display and disappears, then the charging port is out of order. Using your iPhone 11 with a defective connector can strain the battery and cause it to swell. Timely contacting a service shop will help to avoid serious consequences.

      Mandatory preliminary diagnostics, carried out by the Mr. Fix technicians, help identify the nature of the malfunction and determine the algorithm of actions. Since this procedure requires complete disassembly to get to the port, a huge number of tools are required for its successful implementation, for example, such as a set of screwdrivers, a hot air gun, a suction cup, spatulas, etc., as well as full experience and knowledge of iPhone repair (or disassembly, assembly). If you are not engaged in iPhone repair and do not have relevant experience, it is better to entrust such an expensive device to a professional. Experts warn: an independent attempt to replace the iPhone 11 charging port can lead to severe damage that requires costly repairs. Contact Mr. Fix, and we will help you save money and time!

      iPhone Charging Port Repair Procedure

      If, after diagnostics, a defect in the system connection is determined, then you have to replace the iPhone charging connector. But there are often cases when the problem lies in the malfunction of other parts of the charging circuit. A loop, a chip that controls charging, parts that protect the board from voltage surges, a connector on the motherboard, or the battery itself can also cause iPhone charging malfunctions. Replacing the ribbon cable solves most of these defects. 

      Software glitches can disrupt your computer use. This is a common problem, so it is worth checking its performance and settings.

      To determine the exact cost of repair, you should contact the appropriate organization to diagnose your device. Often, along with the malfunction that has manifested itself, several more defects can appear that can affect the phone’s correct functioning in the future.

      Mr. Fix technicians can help you to fix not just iPhone charging port but also the iPhone screen. 

How to Repair Water Damaged iPhone

      Ingress of moisture can be damaging to any iPhone, potentially killing the device. Mr. Fix can help repair water damaged iPhones of the following models:

• iPhone 6

• iPhone 7

• iPhone 8

• iPhone X

• iPhone 11

         How to Repair Water Damaged iPhone 6?

      iPhone 6 repair after moisture ingress means a comprehensive cleaning of the board, after which technicians examine it under a microscope for components damaged by oxidation.

      Then the board is restored with repair or replacement of damaged components. The scope of work at this stage depends on the degree of damage. When water gets into the iPhone, each case is individual. Therefore, before the initial diagnostics and cleaning, it is impossible to say how much it will cost to repair the water damaged iPhone 6.

      Further, technicians test the stability of the work and the indicators of the board. After that, if everything works correctly, they check all peripheral components (screen, cameras, speakers, microphones, and buttons). Each case of liquid getting into the iPhone is individual, and ultimately the repair depends on how much the iPhone is damaged and how long ago it happened.

      If water gets into your iPhone, do not delay contacting the service shop, even if the phone turns on and works after the incident. The consequences may likely occur later, and repairs will be more time consuming and expensive.

         How to Repair Water Damaged iPhone 7?

      The iPhone 7 is IP67 dust and water-resistant. Now you can wash the smartphone with running water, use it in the rain, and more. But long dives to a depth of more than a meter are not recommended. Apple also disclaims any warranty obligations if the smartphone is damaged by water. Moisture causes two main types of damage to electronics – corrosion and short circuits. If the oxides can be cleaned, then the burned out modules will have to be replaced.

      If the iPhone 7 gets into the water, it is advisable to wipe it with a towel. To not damage the charging port, do not put cotton swabs, napkins, and the like into the connector. To quickly dry the connector, you need to shake the phone and put it in a well-ventilated place.

      When moisture hits the conductive paths, a short circuit occurs, which can cause the battery to swell. This is the most challenging case to repair. Body replacement may often be required. Numerous oxides and corrosive build-ups are formed instantly. This blocks signal transmission to individual modules – the smartphone starts to work incorrectly. Among the symptoms are:

• Spots on the screen, incorrect color rendering

• The gadget is turned off and does not turn on

• The desktop is not loaded at startup

• No sound

• There is no picture on the display

• Communication problems

• Other problems

      Water damaged smartphones undergo complex software and component diagnostics. A technician will have to localize each module where at least one conductive track is damaged, thoroughly clean the corrosion formations in the contact pads. The final result depends on the accuracy of the diagnostics.

      Often this type of repair is limited to cleaning the motherboard and components that are corroded. Sometimes it is necessary to replace modules damaged by a short circuit. Less often, a smartphone remains unrepairable due to moisture ingress.

      Repairing iPhone 7 a water-damaged will take from an hour to several days, depending only on the extent of the damage.

         How to Repair Water Damaged iPhone 8?

      Water and other liquids are still the main threat to smartphones, and the iPhone 8 is no exception. Damage caused by moisture ingress is one of the most common and needs urgent repair. Delay, in this case, can cost significantly more damage since corrosion destroys contacts and other elements very quickly. Therefore, immediately contact our service shop for drying, cleaning, and recovering iPhone 8 from moisture ingress!

      Any electronics is afraid of water – this is the first and most important rule. After all, the ingress of liquid leads to a short circuit, oxidation, and corrosion of contacts, tracks on the board. Therefore, it is necessary to remove moisture and purify oxides quickly. If necessary, we will carry out component repair of iPhone 8 or replace damaged parts.

How to Repair Water Damaged iPhone X?

      After the iPhone X arrives at the technical department, a Mr. Fix technician performs a complete cleaning of the iPhone X from liquids and moisture in an ultrasonic chamber. After the ultrasonic room, all components of the iPhone are completely dried. After the iPhone has dried, the motherboard malfunctions are identified at the hardware stand. After identifying a malfunction, the specialist makes a complete fault map and transfers the information to managers. After a customer agrees to repair the iPhone X, the specialist starts the repair work. The repair is carried out at a highly qualified level using original components and using professional equipment. After the iPhone motherboard’s repair is completed, full testing is carried out, if faults are identified during the testing process, our technician eliminates them.

      How to Repair Water Damaged iPhone 11?

      If suddenly your iPhone has been damaged by falling into water or by spilling water on the iPhone11, then it is better not to hesitate to repair and clean it. Water that gets inside or on some parts of the outside begins to slowly but surely kill the iPhone. It doesn’t matter if the iPhone 11 was short-circuited or not. It’s just a software glitch at the hardware level – technicians can fix it quickly. The most severe problem lies inside the case, where moisture that gets inside (if also with harmful chemical impurities) begins to slowly coat the board, case, and components with oxides, and rust various metal elements. Therefore, the sooner a specially trained professional cleans the iPhone from moisture residues using special chemicals and replaces already damaged components, the less risk your device will encounter with sudden malfunctions in the future.

      What to do if the iPhone is flooded?

      If you’ve drowned your iPhone, the first thing to do is turn it off. If you have the appropriate skills, you can try to disassemble the device and disconnect the battery with great care – this can save it from damage. Under no circumstances place the device on a battery, do not dry it with a hairdryer, or put it on a charger – this can seriously harm it. In any case, there is a direct road to the service shop, where they will carry out diagnostics, clean, replace damaged elements, and you can safely use your iPhone as before.

      Mr. Fix technicians can help you to fix not just water damaged iPhone, but also iPhone battery. 

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