Won't charge or turn on
Often a worn cable, charger or dirty charging port — but it can also be the battery. We test each part rather than guessing.
Tablets
Vivid Computers · 569 Grange Road, Grange
Tablet & iPad Repairs in Adelaide
iPad, Samsung tablet, Surface or Android — bring it in and we'll take a look.
Tablets get used by the whole family, carried everywhere and dropped more than we'd like. When yours stops working properly, bring it into our Grange Road workshop. We'll find out what's wrong and tell you honestly whether it's worth fixing.
Tablets we work on
- Apple iPad — including iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini and iPad Pro models
- Samsung Galaxy Tab
- Microsoft Surface tablets
- Android tablets from other brands
What we help with
- Tablet won't charge or turn on
- Frozen screen or stuck on logo
- Software glitches and failed updates
- Slow performance
- New tablet setup and account help
- Data transfer between tablets
Common problems, explained
Stuck on the logo
Usually a software problem, often after an update. We'll try to get it going again without losing your photos and apps.
Software and updates
Apps crashing, updates failing or the tablet behaving oddly. Sometimes it's settings, sometimes storage is full.
Slow performance
Full storage and older software are common causes. We'll show you what's taking up space and what can be done.
Setup and data transfer
Getting a new tablet? We can help set it up, sort out accounts and move your data across.
An honest note
Some tablet repairs aren't economical. Tablets are tightly built and parts can cost a lot compared with the tablet's value. If a repair doesn't make sense, we'll tell you before any work is booked in. For MacBooks and iMacs, see MacBook & iMac repairs.
What to bring
- The tablet and its charger and cable
- Your passcode, or we can test with you present
- Your Apple ID or Google account details handy, in case they're needed
- A keyboard or stylus if it's part of the problem
How it works
- Check — we look at the tablet and find the cause.
- Quote — we explain the options and the price.
- Approve — nothing happens without your OK.
- Repair and test — then you collect it.
Warranty depends on the part used and is confirmed on your quote.
Cracked screen?
See tablet screen repairs — we'll assess whether replacement is worthwhile on your model.
Tablet questions
Which tablets do you work on?
iPads, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Microsoft Surface and most Android tablets.
My iPad won't charge. Is it the battery?
Not always. It can be the charger, cable, charging port or battery. Bring the tablet and its charger in and we'll test each one.
Can you help set up a new tablet and move my data?
Yes. We can help with new tablet setup, account help and data transfer between tablets.
Is it worth repairing my tablet?
Sometimes it is, sometimes it isn't. Some tablet repairs aren't economical compared with the tablet's value. We'll tell you honestly before any work starts.
How much does a tablet repair cost?
It depends on the model and the fault. We check the tablet first and quote before any work starts. Simple advice at the counter is free. If your device needs a detailed check, we'll explain the cost before we start, and it comes off the bill if you go ahead with the repair.
Related services
Other ways we can help
Bring your tablet in
569 Grange Road, Grange SA 5022 (08) 8121 3311
Mon–Fri 10:00am–5:00pm · Closed weekends & public holidays
Walk-ins welcome - no appointment needed. Simple advice at the counter is free. If your device needs a detailed check, we'll explain the cost before we start, and it comes off the bill if you go ahead with the repair.