Dish Launches National Smartphone Repair Business

Expanding into a new line of business, Dish Network said it has deployed its national fleet of professional technicians to repair iPhones for consumers and business users, whether or not they get service from Dish. Covering all 50 states, Dish’s new Smart Phone Repair service will fix cracked screens and replace batteries on several Apple iPhone models, including the iPhone 5, 5c, 5s, 6 and 6 Plus. Dish currently doesn’t fix Android devices, but noted in its announcement that it plans to expand service to include other devices and smartphone accessories in the coming months.

Dish said the new service aims to eliminate the hassle and uncertainty of smartphone repair using transparent pricing and its pro techs, while using “high-quality replacement parts from respected third parties.” Dish sees its on-site capabilities as a key differentiator particularly in the area of convenience. Dish also outlined fixed pricing on its services, which include a $35 “Drive to Me” fee. For example, repairing a screen for an iPhone 6 Plus costs $184.99, while a battery replacement for a supported iPhone models costs $74.99.