iPhone 14 - You Wont Believe What Apple Did Inside - Teardown and Repair Assessment 

Finally someone who's pointing out that apple didn't actually fix anything. Thank you for your hard work, I always love your teardowns and tests.

Well done about the disagreement with your sponsor; this is very respectable. It is not easy to handle and it was very professional. This bring some real trust and seriousness to the channel. Software lock is even worse than some hardware gluing. Because you can always use laser machine eventually but no laser will ever break an encryption or hack some access and keep things legitimate enough for repair... The difference of points between Samsung and Apple on ifixit score makes really no sense at all indeed.

I really appreciate your honest opinions on every repair and also the scores from the partner company.Keep up.

Their repairability score should be zero until until the part pairing thing is gone

Very good video. Completely agree with that Ifixit criticism. In that video about the IPhone 14 they absolutely praised Apple for going more repair friendly, but the still locked components didn't get enough attention in that video. Functionality like Face id is still far far more important than a easy to repair back glass. I like how your standpoint about right to repair and software locking has become even better and better explained from video to video. You describe the issue with your video script very well and differentiated. Thanks for your dedication

I had much the same reaction to ifixits repair score. Kind of ridiculous of them to not mention the software issues that occur when repaired by a 3rd party

At this point I'd be surprised if Apple DIDN'T pair the back glass to each phone. It's what they do. (I realise it's not paired, but I still expected the rumour to be true)

I'm shocked at how low some of the repairability scores for Samsung smartphones are, even if they are a bit more difficult to take apart, the fact that parts can actually be replaced without disabling features is a huge advantage.

I wonder if ifixit’s score was influenced by external interests, considering that they scored objectively more repair friendly phones lower, not even equal, to the iphone

With the rumour about back glass being paired, could this have anything to do with the magsafe accessory NFC functionality? Cant think of much else the back panel is linked to

Modularity means nothing if the part you swap doesn't work.

Really agree with the point about the iFixit score. Maybe they considered the Apple Self Service Program into the equation, but that is not available in all countries and even if it was, that doesn't excuse disabling any features.

Love your honesty in your videos... Do you think that some companies are afraid to critize Apple.. It sure looks like it. They obviously have too much to lose. Its disgraceful.

I very much agree. It's all just petty software locks. Apple could make things significantly easier than it is, there's no need to disable such things automatically, make it a toggle if something doesn't work, or at the bare minimum give an option to enable it after acknowledging there could possibly be an issue.

I completely agree with the point you made about the score iFixit gave to the iPhone. When components are software locked you can’t do anything, whereas if the phone’s hardware is just difficult to repair or access there’s always a way.

Hugh your honesty is an absolute credit to you. Brilliant video as always.

I couldn't believe ifixit's repairability score either, and posted a comment on their channel saying so. Until Apple stop this anti-repair attitude, I won't be buying any of their devices. Thanks again for another great vid.

Hugh!!! The legend that keeps on giving. Thank you for defending rights to repair!

You sir deserves more subscribers than any repairing channel! Thanks for the hard work!

Great follow-up Hugh! Thank you for covering the firmware questions from the last video. 100% agree that software locks are a worse anti-repair tactic than just using strong glue to hold down components. Modularity means nothing with those software locks in place. 👍

Appreciate your honest opinion Hugh, despite knowing that the sponsor could get unhappy with it. But you didn't let it get in the way of the truth anyway. Hugh respect!

This is amazing. Thank you so much for breaking this down. Couldn’t agree more with you on the score. I fixed a Samsung s20 ultra front and back this weekend. There isnt much difference in difficulty; hardest part of a Galaxy is ripping the rear glass off to get started. And full functionality post-repair. Apple’s FaceID is hit or miss with older models as I have yet to figure out what I do right when it works

11:27 yes!

This video is the reason I subscribe to channels like this, offering us the real stuff and not some good lie painted with money. People are liking the name more than the product this day and let me tell you that nothing good comes from that. Great video!

I am glad to see that the rear isn’t software locked. I do agree that ifixit was a little too generous with their score considering the software locks, but I don’t fully agree with you on how easy it is to work on a Samsung phone. The glue they use is seriously tough, and the models with curved back glass are really difficult to get off without breaking

Thanks bro, you are one of the most honest RU-vidrs

Thank you Hugh, I hope you still get to tinker with old cars and experience the driving joy of a smooth double-clutch manoeuvre.

I think you struck a really good balance with the software locking. Here in the US, if a car is in a major incident, that's usually recorded permanently for any second hand buyer to find out about using the VIN number. However, functionality is never lost. It's just useful information for the buyer. Similar functionality on phones would be pretty cool, and useful. So long as it's done right and doesn't lock down functionality.

I'm not sure why your videos aren't more popular yet and you don't have more subscribers. I think you're one of the most legit youtubers offering real content.

Respect for calling out a long term sponsor. That is some balls of steel. It is the repairability that keeps me on my iPhone 6S. I drop it very frequently and replace the screen around once a year, costing me around 25 bucks each time and I replace the battery as well. I actually want to get the 14 plus for the screen size, but I'll have to be very careful with it, something I am not very good at. Also, the lightning port is almost a meme. It's ridiculous to buy anything without USB-C.

Love the content Hugh!

Great work and candid remarks. Love your work!

So, I found a video saying that the US models of the iPhone 14 sim reader inside the phone was a filler. It's kind of weird to see something like this since Apple uses every inch on the insides of their phones.

this is why i like this channel. it seems that everyone got tricked by apple just because they made the back glass removable, but you still see through all that and point out that nothing really changed.

Excellent information, thank you!

I really love your repair assemnent I am watching you since 2019,and you are awesome,love you bro 💯

That's still a very important step in the right direction We just gotta keep pushing them to do it

You should also check if reverse wireless charging works with magsafe battery pack (if might be disabled)

Thank for video brother👍

Great work thanks for keeping us informed

Thank you for doing this one. Now I know that if a customer comes to me with one of these, I will just tell them to take it to Apple.

I’m glad to know I’m not the only one who thinks the way iFixit grades phone’s repairability makes no sense! I think Android phones have pretty much always been better since they have easily replaceable glass backs, less/more consistent screws, and usually no software pairing of components. Still not a fan that many manufacturers make removing the battery so difficult with ridiculously strong glue.

New sick and minimalist intro, spotted! Very nice detailed video again, Hugh!

The change of internal design and opening procedure is certainly interesting, I agree with you to connect the display first, you never know. Nice video as always.

Apple: Uses glued back glass (except now), 3 different types of screw, software-locked serialized parts, iFixIt gives score 7/10 Samsung: Uses soft glue for back glass, no part lockdowns, one type of screw, still got 4/10 just because of glued battery instead of pull tabs...

Myself, I'm happy you were able to get your hands on these iPhones, to show us how they can be torn down and the trials and tribulations you've explored for us. Thank you. This is going to be valuable information and hopefully, Apple will change how the 2nd hand repair happens. Be more conducive to outside (of Apple) vendor repairs.

FOLKS THIS CHANNEL IS ALWAYS INFORMATIVE AND THE WORK QUALITY IS SUPERIOR I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CHANNEL

Thanks Hugh,useful info

Thank you for continuing to help the Right to Repair war against Apple. I look forward to your videos following every phone launch.

You are absolutely right! Locking you into the original parts, software-wise is a dealbreaker for me. I couldn’t believe how Ifixit gave it such a high score. It’s like changing the tires of your car or the windshield but the minute picture doesn’t let you drive it

Very comprehensive and much appreciated.

Nice review and observations

If I replace my car filter and my car accelerator is locked, this is not repair/replace and definitely not a 7. It should be just 0. Just because nobody is dead or nothing major is not working does not mean it is repairable/replaceable. The repairable point system should not be comparing new Apple to old Apple. As you point out, it should be compared to all phones including those lesser known brand.

It's long past time for iFixit to start mentioning software locks in their reviews and factoring it into their repairability scores. Nice job continuing to point this out in your videos.

Huge Effrey! Good videos!

Again thanks for this one Hugh, a big problem going forward! Love to see them open up from the back, though!

The screen repair seems easy besides the software lock. Hope parts will be easily available. big win in terms of the back glass

I love you videos Hugh and I had a suggestion. Could you please look into this new issue that some people are having with older phones such as the iphone x, xr, and 11 after updating to ios 16 with an aftermarket screen installed. Some people are having phantom ghost touch issues or a completely black screen after updating if they had a 3rd party screen installed in their phone. Was wanting to know if this is a real issue. VCC Board Repairs mentioned it on youtube.

Thanks Huge, you do great work and I appreciate it

Thank for the vision inside Sir. More power!

Aside from the software locks Apple imposed on the hardware… I’m truly impressed at how much pride they take with the innards of their products. I love how the “heat spreader” match the color of the each iPhone 14. For them to go through such trouble to make sure the inside is pretty to look at is extraordinary.

You are truly gifted in your repair sequences and are a very important resource here on youtube. I appreciate what you do and your comments are always spot on. While I have selected Mac products, I don't consider myself as a koolaid drinker since I buy vintage Macs which were great in their era. I generally loathe Apple products because they are changed in ways that don't improve them. I would consider a Macbook Air M1 because that is a very good product though I will have to get one that is maxed out because the base model is feeble.

thnk you for your hardwork and honest reviews.

Hi Hugh just upped the amount of RAM in my laptop and I can tell you that I used plastic credit cards, plastic spudgers etc absolutely wrecked the credit card. But what is the double sided tap you use? Also the screws had lock-tight on them should I put fresh lock-tight ?

Let me guess: something to screw up both consumers and the environment while posing as a really concerned company? Oh my god, I would never imagine that!

Hey Hugh, do you have any plans to review the Sony Xperia phones? I think you'll be delighted to know that they have headphone jacks and microSD card slots. Just not sure about their repairability since they're a niche product.

Gotta love the honesty

Loved the new intro

Important air message Warning: air inside this iPhone no longer genuine

Totally agree with you. I love ifixit but gives awful scores to most Androids and yeah most of them the backglass is glued but what else will they do ? Screws wouldn't be as esthetic. Also as you say most of them uses normal Philips screws same size and you can buy good quality or original parts from different reputable web pages at a good price. Apple in the other hand is crazy with the different screws and even if you get the part software pairing is a problem. And if you want to get the original part from Apple you have to pay them ridiculous prices.

i love that you call out ifix it, hopefully they do something about it.

You are my hero. I didn't know there are some sleazeballs at apple artificially introduce problems when swapping parts. I am not a phone repair guru, however before watching your videos, I bought bunch of broken iphone 13 off ebay very cheap to combine parts and see if I could build one good working version out of them. However I came across many of issues you highlighted in your videos. I thought I did something stupid and broken things in process of swapping. It was fun yet frustrating experience. But after finding your videos, I feel like I have redeemed myself and maybe I am not as dumb as I thought I was :D

At least the removal of the front screen and rear glass panel has been made easier... followed by unscrewing a few thousand screws later, and you can eventually take it almost completely apart 🤣 However it's disappointing that Apple continue to place this 'software pairing lock/code' to components, preventing you from simply replacing the part you need to easily. If Apple would allow you to 'recode' the part/s (new or 2nd hand), and pair it to your iPhone online via the repair program, then happy days, but until this happens, I'd be giving it a repair rating of 4/10, and only because of the ease of replacing the screen and back, otherwise it would have been lower. Edit: Fixed some dodgy grammar! 😂

I'd rather it a 3. Disappointed in the ifixit rating. Will pass on this gen iPhone. No significant improvements anyway. Nice teardown!

Man this videos should be seen by all the judges on this planet!!

Well done for your honesty💯💯

Hey Hugh, can you do a video where you swap the back glass to assess the repairability of that? I think many people are curious to see if it is serial locked or not. Thanks, your videos are awesome.

That iphone is more expensive than brand new motorcycle😂

Once the parts become available, could you please try installing a dual sim reader to see if dual physical sim just works? (Like it did in iPhone 12 dual sim conversion)

So to start repairing the 14, would u have to take off the back to disconnect the battery first then remove the screen that way it doesn’t damage the logic board?

The software lock which apple makes, should be from the user side, so if the phone gets stolen some day, it is unusable for the other person, but when u want to get your phone repaired, you can unlock the phone's hardware to software lock and repair it yourself.

Hello Hugh, I’m a new subscriber I’m interested in all your repairs of Apple Products I’m quite shocked at what Apple is doing to prevent 3rd party repairs although Microsoft have been doing similar things with windows for a few years now you may purchase windows 10 or 11 but Microsoft still owns it and constantly interrupts you with updates and in another year or so windows 10 will no longer be supported then we start all the hassles with windows 11

I love how they changed the inside now its even easier to repair screen and back screen without issues don't know why they didn't do that last year or the year before.

The fact that you can buy iphone parts from apple and repair yourself is a huge step, and that means no pairing issues. The pairing is a theft deterrent that I fully support.

You are a wise man Hugh. But wise and sane people are not in demand or appreciated. We live in an insane world. Your salient points are much welcomed by me. Apple is a company I WOULD NEVER BUY FROM. Most people are into flash and not substance.

Unknown part “bottom screws changed”

Thanks for doing this ❤

Love your teardown videos and I’m eager to see teardown for 15

Damn Apple Corpos.......

I know this is gonna sound crazy, but I kinda like how it's not repairable in a way since it somewhat kills the market for stolen phones that are used for parts. The will give people less incentive to steal them.

Great value video

I’d be curious to see if the double tap back glass accessibility shortcut still works after a back glass replacement. The wireless charging module is a separate assembly so it working after a replacement is a given

I love Apple software locks on hardware. I feel a lot more safe. Here me out, criminals aren’t inclined to rob them from people to then sell them for parts as they become paperweight with these locks. :)

great critical thinking!! thankku

Great videos - and well worth all the research. Amazing that anyone with a little foreknowledge would consider buying an Apple anything.

Awesome video.!

Love your work ! Where do I buy those tools that you use ? I'm inspired to try to disassemble my Sony RX10 that has a jammed zoom lens.

I love this guy

Like you said, it's good that they tell you these might not be genuine parts, but that should be all. They did the job, made you aware about the parts, then at that point it should be up to the user what to do next, keep using it and breaking the warranty or try again with genuine parts.

video quality is too good like his content . and his voice is cherry on the top