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2025-05-15 05:01:36.182

Apple iPhone - Check for Physical Damage

Here's how to help determine if your iPhone has liquid or other physical damage.
  • Prepaid service customers
    : Visit a Verizon store to order warranty replacements. Orders for prepaid warranty issues can't be processed via Customer Service.
  • Standard service customers
    : If you need to replace your device under warranty and the device has unreasonable wear and tear or any of the following, you could be assessed a damaged device fee.
Device damage examples include, but are not limited to:
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Apple® iPhone® models prior to the iPhone 7 do not have an IP (Ingress Protection or International Protection) rating. Extra care should be taken to prevent dust or water damage.
To check for water damage indicators for your iPhone refer to Check for Water Damage - Apple.
View the following ports using a bright light and magnifier if possible:
  • Headset
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    damaged headset port
  • SIM tray
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    damaged SIM tray
  • USB / Charging
    Examples of charging port damage include but are not limited to:
    • Port is loose or wiggles
    • Bent
    • Corrosion
      The images below are examples and may vary by device.
      damaged charging port
      Corrosion on Charging Port
Examples of screen damage / button issues include but are not limited to:
  • Bleeding display
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Cracks with bleeding display
  • Cracks
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Cracked screen
  • Excessive scratches
    The images below are examples and may vary by device.
    Scratches
  • Separation
    Examples of separation include but are not limited to (e.g., lens or housing separating from device frame).
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Housing separated from device
  • Missing physical buttons (e.g., volume, power, home, etc.)
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Shattered display with missing buttons
  • Warping
    or screen won't lay flat
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Warped device
  • Lines
    Solid line(s) present across the screen
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Lines across screen
  • Pixel Deformities
    Caused by physical impact to screen or device
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Pixels with burn
    Pixel deformities
  • Punctures
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Punctured display
  • Missing camera lens
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Missing camera lens
  • Cracked camera lens
    The image below is an example and may vary by device.
    Cracked camera lens
  • A hardware modification is any physical change made to the device not performed by the manufacturer or an authorized agent of the manufacturer.
  • Most alterations of this type are cosmetic but involve opening the device case in a way that can void the manufacturer's original warranty and is considered physical damage.
  • Hardware modifications include, but are not limited to:
    • bezels or cases that involve opening the case and removing the original housing
    • non-removable back case detached
    • device screens replaced
    • aftermarket decorations affixed permanently to the device