iPad Pro 11-inch 2018 Repair Johannesburg | iAssist

iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) RepairJohannesburg & Gauteng

📱 2018 · A12X Bionic · USB-C · Face ID (TrueDepth front camera)

Specialist repair for the iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) across Gauteng. First 11-inch iPad Pro. Introduced USB-C, Face ID, rounded corners, and Apple Pencil 2nd gen magnetic charging. No headphone jack. No Home button. Free diagnostic. Written quote before any work begins. 6-month warranty on all repairs.

The 2018 11-inch Pro was the first iPad Pro with Face ID and USB-C, replacing the Home button entirely and moving the TrueDepth camera array into the top bezel. A drop that misaligns this array is one of the more common faults we see on this generation, and it usually presents as Face ID intermittently failing rather than an obvious camera fault.

Shop 4, Silvercrest Centre, Silvamonte, Johannesburg — R300 Gauteng collection & delivery. Model numbers: A1980 / A1934 / A2013 / A1979.

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iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) — key specifications

Year

2018

Chip

A12X Bionic

Display

11-inch ProMotion Liquid Retina (LCD)

Connector

USB-C

Biometrics

Face ID

Apple Pencil

Apple Pencil 2nd generation

Screen type

Fully laminated

Port repair

Modular — R2,500 swap

Common iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) faults we see

The most frequent issues we diagnose and repair. Free diagnostic before any work begins.

Face ID issues after drop

TrueDepth camera system can be damaged by drops. Flex cable disconnection is the most common fault. Honest assessment before repair — sensor failure cannot be fully restored.

USB-C port damage — modular swap R2,500

Modular USB-C port on a daughterboard. Direct swap for R2,500 — no micro-soldering. Faster and safer than soldered port repair.

Cracked ProMotion screen

Fully laminated ProMotion display. Glass-only refurb using our OCA lamination machine (3–5 days) or full assembly. Face ID sensors preserved during repair.

Apple Pencil 2 not charging magnetically

Magnetic charging contacts on the right edge can fail. Board-level repair if the contacts or charging IC has failed.

Battery degradation

R1,300 battery replacement restores full runtime on this model.

iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) repair pricing

All prices confirmed in writing before work begins. 6-month warranty on all repairs.

Repair / service Price (incl. parts & labour)
Screen
Glass-only refurbishment (OCA lamination — original Apple LCD/OLED preserved) Assessment + quote
Full screen assembly replacement Assessment + quote
Touch layer replacement (if digitizer damaged) Assessment + quote
Battery
Battery replacement (OEM-grade, incl. fitting) R1,300
Charging port
USB-C port swap (modular daughterboard — no micro-soldering) R2,500 (modular swap)
Charging IC fault (no charge despite good port) Assessment + quote
Logic board
Logic board / no-power diagnostic Free
Component-level board repair (micro-soldering) Assessment + quote
Liquid damage
Ultrasonic cleaning + diagnostic Assessment + quote
Component-level board repair after liquid damage Assessment + quote
Other repairs
Camera repair (front or rear) Assessment + quote
Speaker / microphone repair Assessment + quote
Button repair (Home, power, volume) Assessment + quote
Software / iPadOS reinstall R900
Collection
Gauteng door-to-door collection & return R300

Why iAssist for iPad repair?

OEM-spec parts only

We only use OEM-specification parts. No cheap aftermarket glass that kills Apple Pencil sensitivity or degrades display colour.

Glass refurb capability

OCA lamination machine

We can refurbish cracked glass on any iPad — keeping your original Apple LCD or OLED intact. Available on all models including Pro and Air.

Written quote first

No surprises. Every repair is quoted in writing before work begins. You approve the price before we touch your device.

6-month warranty

All repairs carry a 6-month warranty on parts and workmanship. If the repair fails, we fix it at no cost.

Johannesburg walk-in

Shop 4, Silvercrest Centre, 11 Swemmer Rd, Silvamonte. Walk in for a free diagnostic — no appointment needed.

Board-level repairs

We do micro-soldering work other shops decline — charging IC, logic board faults, liquid damage recovery.

Getting your iPad to us

Walk in — Silvamonte, Johannesburg

Shop 4, Silvercrest Centre, 11 Swemmer Road, Silvamonte, Johannesburg. Open Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00, Saturday 09:00–13:00. Free diagnostic on arrival — no appointment needed.

Gauteng collection & delivery — R300

We collect your iPad from your door and return it once repaired. Fully insured. Flat fee of R300 across Gauteng via Eliz Courier.

  1. WhatsApp 078 742 4769 — send your model and fault description
  2. Receive your written quote — approved before work begins
  3. Collection arranged — we collect from your door
  4. Repaired & returned — delivered back once done

Nationwide — outside Gauteng

Use The Courier Guy to send your iPad to us. We return via the same service once repaired. WhatsApp us first to arrange.

All nationwide shipments are fully insured. WhatsApp 078 742 4769 to get started.

Frequently asked questions — iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018)

How do I identify my iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018)?

The model number is printed in small text on the back of the device. The iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) uses model numbers A1980 / A1934 / A2013 / A1979. Go to Settings — General — About — Model Number. Tapping the model number toggles between the marketing name and the technical identifier. Having your model number ready means we can give you an accurate quote immediately.

Is the iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) display laminated?

Fully laminated — the glass is fused directly to the LCD panel. Glass-only refurbishment is still available using our OCA lamination machine — we separate the broken glass and re-laminate new OEM-grade glass onto the original Apple LCD panel. Full assembly replacement is also available for 24-48 hour turnaround.

Can I get a glass-only repair on the iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018)?

Yes. iAssist has a professional OCA lamination machine and bubble removal machine. We remove the broken glass and fit new OEM-grade glass, keeping your original Apple LCD panel intact. If the touch layer has also been damaged, touch replacement is available separately at a higher price but still preserves your original display. Important: very badly shattered glass can sometimes damage the touch during removal — we assess after glass removal and advise you before any extra work. Your LCD panel is never at risk. Takes 3-5 days for the adhesive to cure properly.

Does the iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) support Apple Pencil?

Yes — iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) supports Apple Pencil 2nd generation. We use OEM-specification digitizer glass for all screen repairs to ensure full Pencil compatibility is preserved — pressure sensitivity, tilt, palm rejection, and hover where supported.

Where is Touch ID on the iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018)?

In the top/side power button — no Home button on this model. A failed side button affects both power control and fingerprint authentication. Replacement restores both functions.

Does the iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) have Face ID?

Yes — Face ID via a TrueDepth camera embedded in the display assembly, working in portrait and landscape. We carefully preserve the TrueDepth sensor during screen replacement. If the sensor itself is damaged, we give an honest assessment before any work begins.

What charging port does the iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) use, and is it repairable?

The iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) uses a USB-C port. It sits on a modular daughterboard — direct swap for R2,500 with no micro-soldering. Fast and lower risk than soldered repairs.

How long does iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) repair take at iAssist?

Screen and battery replacements are typically done within 24-48 hours. Glass-only refurbishment takes 3-5 days for the OCA adhesive to cure. Modular port swaps are often completed same-day. Logic board and liquid damage repairs take 2-4 business days. All turnaround times confirmed at booking.

Is it worth repairing my iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018)?

In most cases yes. The iPad Pro 11-inch 1st gen (2018) (2018) uses the A12X Bionic — a very capable current-generation chip. Battery replacement at R1,300 and screen repairs cost a fraction of a new device. For complex logic board faults we give an honest free diagnostic assessment before recommending any repair — we only suggest repair when it genuinely makes financial sense.

Do you offer collection and delivery for iPad repairs?

Yes — door-to-door collection and return across Gauteng for R300 via Eliz Courier, fully insured. Outside Gauteng we use The Courier Guy for insured nationwide shipping. WhatsApp 078 742 4769 to arrange.

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