I have been repairing the iPhone 4 and 4S since they were first released over a decade ago. It is vital to understand that replacing the screen on these models is drastically different from modern iPhones. Modern screens are lifted from the front; the iPhone 4 requires us to enter through the rear glass, meticulously removing the battery, the vibration motor, the speaker enclosure, the camera, and the entire motherboard just to access the screws holding the front display in place. It is a highly intricate, deep-level hardware strip-down. Because of this complexity, DIY repairs often result in torn ribbon cables or entirely dead motherboards. We safely handle this intricate teardown, install a premium replacement LCD, and reassemble the device flawlessly. For overarching software and hardware guidance, check Apple Support.

Every vintage screen replacement is backed by our comprehensive 1-year Return To Base warranty, covering you against any manufacturing screen defects. Our £39.99 repair process is thorough and highly technical:

• Rear Housing Entry: We remove the dual pentalobe screws at the base and slide the rear glass panel upward to expose the internal chassis and disconnect the battery.
• Full Logic Board Extraction: We carefully unscrew and extract the camera, speaker array, and the entire main logic board to gain access to the 10 mounting screws securing the front display assembly.
• New Display Installation: We extract the shattered glass, install the new premium LCD and digitiser panel, and meticulously reassemble the internal components in reverse order.

Your photos, music, and personal data remain entirely secure on your internal memory during this deep hardware repair process.

We provide professional 3.5-inch Retina LCD screen replacements for the following Apple iPhone models:

• iPhone 4 Screen Repair
• iPhone 4S LCD Replacement
• Fixes for Dead Pixels
• Unresponsive Touch Digitisers
• Shattered Front Glass Restorations
• Discolouration & Ink Bleeds

⭐ "Fast, friendly service"
"Fast, friendly service with tablet issue. Easy parking right outside the shop too!" — Google Review

⭐ "fitted my new phone screen"
"Very reasonable prices! Great friendly knowledgeable staff. Fitted my new phone screen very quickly in front of me to avoid me having to leave it overnight. Also cleaned out the charging port on a friend's phone for free when it was having …More" — Alice Groovman

⭐ "new screen for my phone"
"Great help in finding me a new screen for my phone and fitting it whilst I waited. Highly recommended for phone repairs." — Nick Shave

1. 1. Free Label: Receive a pre-paid Royal Mail tracked label via email after checkout.
2. 2. Safe Shipping: Drop your securely packed Dell at any UK Post Office.
3. 3. Fast Return: Repaired in our workshop and returned via tracked delivery, usually within 3-5 working days.

Is it worth replacing the screen on an iPhone 4 or 4S?
Yes, many people still use these rugged, classic devices as dedicated iPods, backup emergency phones, or for specific legacy apps. For just £39.99, a new screen breathes years of life back into the hardware, making it a highly economical restoration.

Are the screens for the iPhone 4 and 4S the same?
No. While they share the same 3.5-inch Retina form factor, the mounting frames and internal flex cable routing differ significantly between the 4 and the 4S. Our £39.99 service covers both models, and we carry the exact premium LCDs required for each specific device.

Will I lose my photos if my iPhone screen is repaired?
No. Your photos, contacts, and apps are stored securely on the internal flash memory chips on the motherboard. The screen is simply a visual output device. Your data remains completely untouched and safe during the repair.

Why is my screen completely black but the phone vibrates?
This indicates that the LCD panel behind the glass has fractured internally, bleeding the liquid crystal and destroying the visual output, but the motherboard is still fully operational. A £39.99 complete screen replacement will fix this immediately.

How much does it cost to fix an iPhone 4S screen in the UK?
At Atlantis in Canterbury, we offer a highly competitive fixed price of £39.99 for a premium screen replacement. This includes the intricate full-device teardown required, the new LCD, and free UK-wide tracked return postage.

Can I replace an iPhone 4 screen myself?
It is highly discouraged. Unlike newer models that open from the front, the iPhone 4 requires a complete rear entry teardown, meaning you must remove the battery and the entire logic board just to access the screen screws. It is extremely easy to permanently damage the motherboard during this process.

Where can I get an iPhone 4 screen fixed in Kent?
Atlantis, located at 155 Wincheap in Canterbury, provides expert hardware restoration for the entire legacy iPhone range. We offer rapid walk-in services for local customers and a highly secure, free postal service covering the whole of the UK.