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My phone is rather smashed, but the internal components look fine at surface level. I’m trying to get the photos off of my phone. I have repaired many other iPhone parts over the years, but this is over my head. I can no longer plug it in , turn it on, etc. there is no home button anymore. Is it possible to remove the logic board and put in in a different phone in order to recover my photos? If this requires a professional, any recommendations on how to go about finding a reputable one? I have never hired one before. Thank you in advance!
@melissahaacker consider just replacing the parts that are smashed. There are all kinds of guides out there that can help you with that iPhone XS Max Repair . If that will not work for you consider sending it to experts in data recovery. We have a few on here but it will depend on where in the world you are. Check with @refectio @imicrosoldering @ipadrehab and others. See if they can assist you
Send it to iPad Rehab. Jessa and her staff can do amazing things.