Repair blog

Phone & device repair tips

Straight-talking guides on repairs, costs and looking after your tech — from the Five Star Repairs workshop in Mount Waverley.

Pricing

What you'll actually pay to fix a cracked iPhone screen, why prices differ by model, and how to avoid overpaying.

Batteries

The warning signs your battery is on the way out, what battery health means, and when a replacement is worth it.

Water damage

The right first steps (and what not to do) — plus why the rice trick is a myth.

Advice

A simple, no-pressure framework for deciding whether to repair or replace your phone.