Metal Home Button Support for iPhone 8

The Metal Home Button Support for iPhone 8 is the small metallic bracket that holds the Home button assembly in place inside the device. Located just below the display, it keeps the button correctly positioned and ensures stable contact with the Touch ID sensor. If this component is damaged, deformed, or missing, the Home button may be loose, misaligned, or fail to register presses reliably.

Replace this bracket when the Home button feels unstable, wobbles inside the frame, or when Touch ID stops working after a screen or button replacement. It is also needed when the original bracket is lost or bent during a previous repair.

Key features

• Type: Metal bracket / retaining support
• Function: Holds the Home button assembly in the correct position
• Installation: Secured with small screws; requires precision screwdriver
• Quality: Compatible replacement part, not an original Apple component
• Quality control: QC Passed — inspected before dispatch

Metal Home Button Support Replacement — iPhone 8

Replacing the Metal Home Button Support for iPhone 8 is a delicate procedure that requires care to avoid damaging the Touch ID flex cable during disassembly.

iPhone 8 Home Button Bracket — Spare Part

This is a quality compatible spare part tested before shipping. Find out all the details of this spare part.

Compatibility

Compatible with iPhone 8 in all versions: A1863, A1905, A1906 — all storage capacities (64 GB, 256 GB).
Not compatible with iPhone 8 Plus (A1864, A1897, A1898) or other iPhone models.

Package contents

• 1 x Metal Home Button Support for iPhone 8

Installation note

Before removing the original bracket, carefully disconnect the Touch ID flex cable to avoid tearing it — this cable cannot be replaced without losing Touch ID functionality permanently. Tighten the screws with moderate force to avoid stripping the threads on the frame.

Certifications and warranty

QC Passed quality control. Sold in compliance with the Italian Consumer Code (D.Lgs. 206/05). In case of manufacturing defect, the part will be replaced with an equivalent one. Product images are for illustrative purposes only.

Official documentation

Apple official page — iPhone 8
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