Brightstar, the world’s leading provider of end-to-end device lifecycle management solutions, has strengthened its service portfolio with the acquisition of a majority stake in WeFix, the UK’s number one ‘we come to you’ manufacturer-approved smartphone and tablet repairer. WeFix serves the growing demand for convenient, rapid smartphone and tablet repairs through its fleet of 73 mobile workshops providing 94% coverage of the UK population. The acquisition by Brightstar creates synergies and new experiences for its device protection and after-sales service customers. Brightstar CEO Rod Millar explained, “The acquisition of WeFix provides a key strategic differentiator for Brightstar’s device protection business, augmenting service offering, choice, response time and convenience, whist strengthening Brighstar’s customer relationships.” Created (as Reviveaphone) in 2012 by entrepreneur Oliver Murphy, Dragons’ Den seed capital was used to grow…

WeFix provides the smartest, fastest, easiest way to get your smartphone or tablet repaired. In light of the current situation, to maintain the highest standards of health and safety, we’ve put in place some extra measures to safeguard your wellbeing. No physical contact is necessary when handing over your device.Technicians do not enter your premisesYour WeFix technician will handle your device using fresh disposable gloves throughout the repairAll devices are cleansed thoroughly before and after repair, using sanitising wipesDevices are returned to customers by technicians using fresh disposable glovesRepair satisfaction sign-off will be completed by the technician, on behalf of the customer, avoiding any physical contact Remember, WeFix comes to you, saving time and money, whilst helping to safeguard your wellbeing.