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As a mobile repair technician, you see devices come in daily with scratched screens, worn-out batteries, or damaged ports. Many of these issues are caused by everyday wear and tear. With the right advice, you can help customers prevent damage, reduce repairs, and at the same time increase your revenue by offering accessories.

Not all smartphones are equally easy to repair, and some cause repair technicians more work and frustration than necessary. In this blog, you’ll discover which smartphones in 2025 are both easy to repair and still frequently repaired, helping you work faster, complete more repairs, and keep your customers satisfied.

The explosive growth of smartwatches in Europe is creating new revenue opportunities for mobile repair technicians. The more wearables are used daily, the greater the demand for fast and reliable repairs.

Since its launch in 2014, OnePlus has released a series of remarkable smartphones, from the very first device to the latest models. In this blog, we dive into the brand’s history and highlight which OnePlus devices are most commonly repaired in 2025.

When repairing smartphones and tablets, mistakes can have significant consequences for both the customer and yourself. By recognizing the most common problems, you can prevent many of these errors. In this blog, you’ll learn which pitfalls occur most frequently and get practical tips on how to address them correctly, so your repairs become faster, safer, and more customer-friendly.

The new Xiaomi 17 series has been officially launched in China and brings significant upgrades compared to previous models. For mobile technicians in Europe, it’s still a waiting game, as the series is rumored to become available here around early 2026. Nevertheless, it’s smart to start preparing now: larger batteries, advanced cameras, and extra features like a secondary display will create new repair challenges. With this knowledge, you can work more efficiently once the Xiaomi 17 series becomes available in Europe. At Foneday, we closely monitor developments and share practical tips so technicians are fully prepared.

In less than 15 years, Xiaomi has grown from a small Chinese start-up into a global tech giant. From MIUI software to the popular Redmi and Mi smartphones, the brand is known for high-quality devices and accessories at affordable prices. In this blog, you’ll discover how Xiaomi achieved worldwide success and why it remains a major player in 2025.

The rivalry between iPhone and Android has been a key topic in the smartphone industry for years. For mobile repair technicians in Europe, staying up to date with the latest trends and figures is essential, as this influences which devices are most frequently repaired and what issues to expect. In this blog, we dive into the most recent European and global statistics, market shares, and user numbers for iPhone versus Android in Q3 2025.

The latest trend in smartphones? Ultra-thin phones that not only look sleek but also deliver solid performance. Motorola is entering this market with the Motorola Edge 70 / Moto X70 Air. The device is less than 6 mm thick, weighs only 159 grams, and is a significant upgrade for the mid-range segment. For mobile repair technicians, this is a device that presents both opportunities and challenges

As a mobile repair technician, you work with a variety of smartphones every day, but it can also be interesting to learn how popular brands like Samsung got started and grew into global leaders. By understanding how Samsung has evolved, you gain more insight into how their technology and designs have changed over the years, something that helps you better understand the devices you work with today. In this blog, we’ll take you through Samsung’s history and explore why this brand has become such an important part of the smartphone world.

OnePlus is about to launch its latest flagship: the OnePlus 15. For repair technicians, this is the perfect time to get prepared. The more you know now about the specs, design, and potential weak spots, the better ready you’ll be when the first devices arrive. In this blog, I’ll walk you through what is currently known, the likely repair challenges of the OnePlus 15, and how you can get your workshop ready in advance.

Everyone knows Apple these days. The brand stands for innovative technology, sleek design, and top quality. For mobile repair shops, Apple is absolutely indispensable: iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks come in every day for a new screen, battery, or other replacement part. But how did Apple actually get started? And what are the key moments in its history?