What You Need To Know About Apple Store Home Button Repair
Yes, Apple Authorized Service Providers and even some Apple Stores can actually repair your iPhone’s home button using proprietary tools, but there are a few things you should know.
Secure Enclave Pairing
The home button is a deeply integrated part of your iPhone’s security system, tied to the Secure Enclave. The repair requires a proprietary machine that only Apple and authorized service providers have access to in order pair the new home button with the Secure Enclave. (ad)(ad) This is important for keeping Touch ID working after a replacement.
Unauthorized Repairs
And since third-party repair shops dont have the tools or authorization to do so this pairing process is secure. Trying the Home Button repair at an un-authorized shop, may end you with: •Touch ID disabled •Device gets bricked due to “Error 53” issue (We’ll tell you about Error 53 in our upcoming posts) and/or Take away your warranty
Apple’s Approach
• More secure home button fixes, despite potential downside of:– Fewer upgrades for consumers – Higher possible upgrade costs • Right to Repair issues raised.
Apple has worked to broaden its authorized repair network, but some say more flexibility is required.
Your Options
How to Get Your iPhone X Repaired at the Apple Store or an Authorized Service Provider
Opt for AppleCare+ to cover home button problems
If it’s impossible to repair right away, you can also explore software end-runs like AssistiveTouch.
Keep in mind, if you need to repair the home button on a device preserving security must remain your top priority.
