iPad Pro 11" 2018 cracked screen - options?

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The other day I noticed a crack running across the screen and I've no idea how it got there which is even more annoying. Apple want £374 to replace it and online places want between £200-400 to change it. I've not had any local quotes so far however I've found a screen on eBay for £75 and I do have the iFixit kit to do it myself, although having never tried I'm reluctant as I think the glue side of things will be quite tricky.

The other problem is that I've wanted a larger screen for a while since I use the iPad mainly for watching videos and Apple have of course just released the gorgeous looking HDR version.

Apple trade in with an damaged screen is a laughable £115. Music Magpie isn't any better however they do offer £370 I think it was for a fully repaired one.

My thinking is either:

Bit the bullet and trade it in to Apple as is
Or get it repaired as cheaply as possible and then sell it to Music Magpie.

I guess another option is to get it repaired properly and keep it, it's been great and apart from wanting (not needing) a bigger screen I'm more than happy with it.

Thoughts?
 
I'll always know it's there though. I wonder how long it's been like it is though, as it's very fine and I really struggle to notice it. I might take my chance with the Apple trade in for full value and if they spot it then take the hit. I'm pretty sure they'll just recycle it anyway.
 
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