How can we fix scratches on an iPad?

We are trying to gauge as to whether severe iPad scratches can be repaired, would anybody be able to advise of an approach to take. We are based in London.

I'd assume that any kind of "repair" would require replacing the back of the unit if it's on the aluminum back. Apple themselves will -not- do this this but will do an out-of warranty exchange. You -may- be able to find a local repair/service shop in your area. When it comes time to re-sell the unit, you probably won't get much for it and will likely end up paying more to fix it. Maybe it can be left & sold "as-is", assuming there are no other operating issues with it and the damage is cosmetic only.
To have Apple take care of it, see the following link:
http://support.apple.com/kb/index?page=servicefaq&geo=United_States&product=ipad
Click on "Warranty and Service Pricing", then "My iPad is not eligible for warranty service. What are my service options?"
Be sure and select your country from the drop-down to get the correct pricing for your locale.

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marco12345 wrote:
Please Apple, have some professional personnel respond to this message with a useful response. Not a copy & paste of your commonn reponces, I have tryed them all and don't work for this problem. iPads don't come chip and my mom's made her very happy while it worked.
Looking forward for your response!
This is an iPad user to user forum, so you are not addressing Apple.
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Try this first - Reset the iPad by holding down on the Sleep and Home buttons at the same time for about 10-15 seconds until the Apple Logo appears - ignore the red slider - let go of the buttons. (This is equivalent to rebooting your computer.) No data/files will be erased. http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1430
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How to Calibrate Your Mac, iPhone, or iPad Battery
http://www.macblend.com/how-to-calibrate-your-mac-iphone-or-ipad-battery/
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http://www.overthought.org/blog/2014/the-ultimate-guide-to-solving-ios-battery-d rain
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HT4995 My iPad 2 Location Service works fine but does not work on my home Airport router. How can I fix the problem?

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lbryan1987 wrote:
I dont want the button problem solved i need to know how to restore the phone without using that button or going into settings
You don't in the condition it's in. You will either have to get the phone replaced by Apple or pay a 3rd party to repair it.
there seriously should be more than two ways to solve this other wise apple is useless and we will never buy another apple product.
Seriously? It's physically broken!

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EDIT: Or use the really simple explaination that X posted as I was typing.

I used to be able to delete e mail on my PC and they would be removes from my Iphone and Ipad. Now I must delete them separately on all 3 devices. How can I fix this?

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2. Turn on computer and launch iTunes (make sure you have the latest version of iTune)
3. Plug USB cable into computer's USB port
4. Hold Home button down and plug the other end of cable into docking port.
DO NOT RELEASE BUTTON until you see picture of iTunes and plug
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ON COMPUTER
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As I said in the other thread that you posted in the other forum, your friend clearly has not restored the iPad correctly. I suggest that you undertake another restore and start again.

I got my iPad from my friend and he done a full restore before I got it, but know that I have put my iCloud account on here I have contacts and his too. How can I fix this problem? !!!!!

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Welcome to the Apple community.
Given what you've have described, your friend cannot have restored the iPad correctly. You need to decide whether you are willing to delete his contacts manually, or carry out another restore. Personally I think I would go for the restore.

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How can we fix scratches on an iPad?

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