Replaced just the glass, saved the digi/lcd (With video)

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YellowGTO

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Its to hard to manage threads for all platforms so im going to consolidate all the questions here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=31998128#post31998128



Well I read a lot of places that it couldn't be done. I have successfully replaced just the glass. I recorded it on my Gopro so everyone can see how its done. If you find it useful hit the thanks :) Make sure you spread this around so people stop buying 300 dollar full LCD assemblies.

without further adieu

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4Gx5fLy0NQ&feature=youtu.be
 
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digital4282

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Man, excellent job. My only complaint would be the fingerprints on the lcd/glass. Sadly, I'm assuming you can't wipe them off since the LCD would break, right? I'm a cell phone repair technician and I've attempted the same thing you just did and had to replace the entire assembly simply because I broke it taking it a part. Any pointers on cleaning the LCD/Digitizer without breaking it? The customers at my shop wouldn't be happy in the least about a single smudge. (I know, I know ...)

Thanks,
Rob
 

YellowGTO

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Man, excellent job. My only complaint would be the fingerprints on the lcd/glass. Sadly, I'm assuming you can't wipe them off since the LCD would break, right? I'm a cell phone repair technician and I've attempted the same thing you just did and had to replace the entire assembly simply because I broke it taking it a part. Any pointers on cleaning the LCD/Digitizer without breaking it? The customers at my shop wouldn't be happy in the least about a single smudge. (I know, I know ...)

Thanks,
Rob

I was thinking maybe DSLR lens cleaner. I didnt expect it to work and I used my shirt lol. came out pretty good.
 

skatin707

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Man, excellent job. My only complaint would be the fingerprints on the lcd/glass. Sadly, I'm assuming you can't wipe them off since the LCD would break, right? I'm a cell phone repair technician and I've attempted the same thing you just did and had to replace the entire assembly simply because I broke it taking it a part. Any pointers on cleaning the LCD/Digitizer without breaking it? The customers at my shop wouldn't be happy in the least about a single smudge. (I know, I know ...)

Thanks,
Rob

Why weren't you wearing gloves?

I planned on using gloves to avoid smudges entirely.

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kobz1973

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i dont normally drink ... would you recommend i have a beer first ??? :laugh:

on the serious side ... my phone looks bad

 

YellowGTO

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i dont normally drink ... would you recommend i have a beer first ??? :laugh:

on the serious side ... my phone looks bad



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Looks like you need to get to it.
Drinking typically helps.

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I agree
 

netjack

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if the screen is fully sensitive to touch, that means the digitizer doesn't need to be replaced, correct?
 

skatin707

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I bought some 10cane and Abuelo 83yr to assist in replacing my screen and building my new desktop monster :D

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kinghorsey

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Thanks for the video. Cracked my screen and I've ordered a replacement. Should be here late next week.

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grizzlymint

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I noticed a lot of people talking about the blue/white only, but I am seeing red on ebay. I am assuming that this would be the same as the blue/white? I want to keep mine red. And should I invest in a heat gun, or can I use a hair dryer?
 

YellowGTO

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I noticed a lot of people talking about the blue/white only, but I am seeing red on ebay. I am assuming that this would be the same as the blue/white? I want to keep mine red. And should I invest in a heat gun, or can I use a hair dryer?

Its really up to you. I like the extra heat but it seems people have had success with Blowdryers. I would just hate to crack he AMOLED because the glue was still tacky.
 

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