I'm interested in purchasing this for my husband who repairs iPads, iPods, and iPhones as a hobby...would this be helpful or would the magnetic strength be prohibitive with the tiny screws used for these types of devices? It wouldnt be helpful if he couldn't get the tiny things off...lol...any suggestions? I'm interested in purchasing this for my husband who repairs iPads, iPods, and iPhones as a hobby...would this be helpful or would the magnetic strength be prohibitive with the tiny screws used... » Read More I'm interested in purchasing this for my husband who repairs iPads, iPods, and iPhones as a hobby...would this be helpful or would the magnetic strength be prohibitive with the tiny screws used for these types of devices? It wouldnt be helpful if he couldn't get the tiny things off...lol...any suggestions? « Show Less
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I think this product would do just fine miss. Just take into consideration that this a very very small tray. smaller than the size of your palm. But the screws come right off.
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Don't worry, the tiny things stay inside the tray but it is still quite easy to pick them up.
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I love mine. Havent lost a screw since purchasing it. And believe me, those devices jave sone very tiny screws... screws come off with ease.
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The magnet is strong enough to keep all my pins in it without falling out but it's not so strong that I can't grab them. I think it is designed for your application!
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We bought this as a gift for our son-in-law last Christmas, so we really couldn't say what the magnetic strength is on it. Sorry!
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After 2 months ours still works perfectly. I don't know about guarantees from the company. I bought this one because I read reviews on other brands that had complaints of failure. I did not see any complaints about this one, and I don't have any complaints myself. That said, the istallation is time consuming and all of the parts are very, very small. They will provider you with some good tools, but you should also have an exacto knife, model glue, and very strong magnifying glasses. Also, watch one of the youtube videos for your model Iphone. Watch it all the way through, then keep it open to reference and pause as you do your installation... Good luck.
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This device can be used to assist in opening an iPad without damaging it, but anytime you open an iPad there is a very significant chance of breaking the glass. You must move extremely slowly and carefully to remove the front intact. I would recommend that anyone attempting an iPad repair purchase a replacement bezel. That way you can focus on the glass and not worry about the bezel.
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You will be surprised how strong that magnet is, and it's certainly strong enough to cause problems with hard drives , data, the screen etc. As a test of how far to place the magnet, set it on a table and see how far/close something steel needs to be to cause it to move or attract , then add some extra distance.
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Although it's not meant to be removed, I used an Exacto knife to remove it because I had a protective screen on my iPad already. Having two protection layers affected the response. It was fine after that. I've had mine for more than a year and it's been dropped multiple times by my grandchildren and me. No problems.
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I've had this on my phone for a few months with no issue, I generally try to be cautious around the laptop and things with spinning hard drives, as the magnet is pretty powerful (which is awesome) I also try to be careful with credit cards, but I've definitely stuck them in the same pocket a few times, and they all still work. The magnet can also easily be taken out to eliminate any possibility of damage.
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I was also worried at first, but it ended up being for nothing: it won't break on you. In fact, you *need* to put some muscle into it. The place it "connects" is a strong magnet, so you either need to get some leverage and pry it open or you just need to put some effort in and pull the two magnet apart. I've been using it for a while now and after a few uses you'll get used to the right amount of effort required to open it open without feeling like you're doing something wrong, but for the first few times it may feel weird or you may struggle slightly.So just go ahead and rip those magnets apart. I was also worried at first, but it ended up being for nothing: it won't break on you. In fact, you *need* to put some muscle into it. The place it "connects" is a strong magnet, so you either need to get some leverage and pry it open or you just need to put some effort in and pull the two magnet apart. I've been using it for a while now and after a few uses you'll get used to the right amount of effort required to open it open without feeling like you're doing something wrong, but for the first few times it may feel weird or you may struggle slightly.So just go ahead... » Read More I was also worried at first, but it ended up being for nothing: it won't break on you. In fact, you *need* to put some muscle into it. The place it "connects" is a strong magnet, so you either need to get some leverage and pry it open or you just need to put some effort in and pull the two magnet apart. I've been using it for a while now and after a few uses you'll get used to the right amount of effort required to open it open without feeling like you're doing something wrong, but for the first few times it may feel weird or you may struggle slightly.So just go ahead and rip those magnets apart. « Show Less
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Thats exactly what i used it for (albeit i have no kids either) its just makes things easier for my wife and i. just make sure you put more coats on than you think you will need for maximum effectiveness. i put on 3 or 4 and have no problems. the really teeny tiny magnets have problems sometimes sticking but the bigger ones have none at all.
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I just looked at other answers. Honestly I hold it with one hand when I'm moving to get something and the iPad stays in place. The magnet literally is that strong. To me with this keyboard I literally feel like I'm using my laptop. Only difference is this is a touch screen.
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I would say no. The metal quality is not up to par. I would limit the use to thin vinyl, card stocks, flexible magnets, etc.
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We have not had a problem moving it around - however we do move it only once in a great while. I would highly recommend the iPad and iPhone I magnets both my husband and I love ours! And use them all the time!
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I advise not to use this metal pry bar when you start taking it apart. Use the plastic ones first so you do not damage the aluminum housing of the iPhones. Then you can use this metal pry tool after to finish the job. Very reliable and durable. It will last long if well taken care of.
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Point taken. I can't understand the craze for iPad and really want to make sure I am getting a truly productive tool for my arsenal. Thanks!
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I've never had the need to use the magnet for that type of weight. But I just do see it being used objects that heavy. I beleive the extension piece would give out too. It's great for a dropped tool or small piece of hardware. Nothing heavy-duty
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I've used this accessory for many months and never had a problem (I've upgraded to a Nex-6, which comes with a viewfinder, so I don't use it anymore) but I remember a few people reporting damaging issues related to the magnets. I have always found that an exaggeration (at least in theory). Now, when you bring a crazy issue like this to the table....
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Why bother? I've had an ipad since they came out and have never had a problem. These things are awesome and very durable, I would think if anything bad happened it would be operator error, but I'm also very careful with mine, my life is on this thing.
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Your iPad is shielded from magnetic fields. There are some phone mounts that use a magnet directly on the phones. YMMV.