2. The Tools of the Trade

This chapter discusses what is required of you—physically, psychologically, and in terms of materials—for you to be a successful iDevice Do-It-Yourself (DIY) technician. Some specific questions that might be on your mind right now include the following:

Image How much of a “techie” do I have to be to learn DIY iDevice repair?

Image Do I have to solder anything?

Image How much money do the repair tools cost?

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