I broke the LCD on my phone while it was in my pocket. I am thinking I can pull an Ipod Nano fiasco and get them to replace my phone somehow but probably not likely.
Is there anyway that I can get a replacement LCD from HTC? It looks like I can take the phone apart with the screws. I was stupid to not get insurance and I got a sweet deal on the phone to begin with so I don't want to pay for another one. any advice?
I was wondering if HTC would sell me just a touchscreen that I could try to install myself.
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Dropped my phone last night. The FIRST time I have dropped it too... Anyways, two cracks running through the screen have limited my touch screen capabilities significantly... I have alltel and no insurance. What are the chances of getting a new one?!?! Also, if i find the parts how easy would it be to replace???
The USB port on my out of warranty Mogul broke and I had no insurance. I was sweating the cost and that I had an unofficial ROM on the phone. The rep at the Sprint repair ctr didn't even turn on the Mogul when I explained the problem. It was swapped out with a new unit (not refurb) for $35. I got the feeling that the failed port is so common that they don't even bother to check it. If my screen was cracked, she wouldn't have known (and for all I know, it might have been $35 for a broken screen anyway). Now this was Sprint not Alltel, so ymmv. I would take it in, play dumb and see what they will do for you. Swapping out a screen on this phone will be far from easy!
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buy just the screen + digitizer off ebay its like 50 bucks. i have already replaced mine twice. i suggest you buy a precision screw driver that matches the phones screws so you dont strip them. like 6 buxks at home depot
example: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-LCD-TOUCH-S...VQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em118Q2el1247
not sure if this comes with the digitizer but yours may still be fine
So yea, I dropped my phone the other daymad and cracked the screen(). Now the phone still works fine, registers touch perfectly, no distortion of colors or anything. Leading me to believe that its just the outer glass part that needs replacing.
Anyone know how much that would be? Should i even bother, or just try selling it? Appreciate any and all help.
Check ebay for replacement parts. I've seen screens on there b4.
This would be what you are looking for if the digitizer can easily be removed from your cracked screen.
http://www.cellulardr.com/G1FaceplateBlk.htm
Not sure what prices are like on ebay, might be able to find cheaper elsewhere. Does give you a starting point though.
taking apart the g1 is a beeeech, so be careful with that
yeah, I second that. I have taken apart a few and the one that I was the most careful with I fubared a ribbon cable.
But yes, the digitizer is all you should need. My digitizer broke in three places but still worked great, no bleeding (cause it wasnt the lcd) and exactly what you are describing. USE THE MANUAL!
THanks for the help, and all the quick replies. Ill look into taking it apart and if it worth it. If not ill just try selling it off to someone who is more capable.
Sell on ebay, buy on craigslist
I had a water damaged G1 which I just sold on eBay for $130, then bought a fully functional G1 on Craigslist for $175. So basically I replaced my phone for $45. The phone wouldn't even turn on, but people out there are buying for parts. A good deal considering a digitizer will run you at least $65.
Well I decided that i'm not gonna bother with it. Way too much trouble, so if anyone wants to buy it send me a PM. Thanks again guys.
Hey,
I don't suppose anyone would know how much T-Mo will charge to fix an LCD screen on a G1 in the UK? The digitizer is still fine because I can open apps etc.
Thanks,
Tom
Assuming you are still under warranty without water damage, call T-Mobile and tell them that your screen is loose or something, they will offer to replace it after questioning you about the phone, including the condition of the LCD. Say its all good. Once they receive your phone, you will be fined between $100-$150 dollars in warranty fees for the damaged screen, however you will get a replacement refurbished G1 in return. Alternatively, just be honest and go ahead and tell them you smashed your screen, they will fine you and get you a refurb ready to go. I would call to check first though.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ORIGINAL-T-MOBI...83792QQptZPDAQ5fAccessoriesQQsalenotsupported
$67 on eBay.
Hey guys,
My worse nightmare just became reality and I cracked the screen on my Nexus I'm using my old G1 but I know I can't stay with the downgrade for too long. I tried calling Assurion to get it replace but they said they see activity on the phone (since I'm using the G1) and can only send me a G1. Anyways I want to try and replace the screen on my own or find a cheap place that can replace it. My questions are 1) Does anyone know of a trusted place that replaces the screen? 2) How do you know what kits to purchase on eBay or anywhere else? There is a LCD w/ Digitizer option for $187 or The LCD Display for $127.
I cannot see anything on the phone it is pure black, there are no cracks I can feel, and when someone call I am able to slide down to answer. I just see the cracks below the glass. I just don't know what exactly is broken the LCD? Digitizer? I just always thought they were both on top of each other and if one breaks so does the other. Thanks.
Dude take it to a repair shop,3GS screen of my friend costed 100$
Fight with Asurion! That's some BS they're feeding you so they can avoid covering the cost of a N1. Of course there's activity on your line. They expect you to not use your line at all when you have a secondary phone available?
moto211 said:
Fight with Asurion! That's some BS they're feeding you so they can avoid covering the cost of a N1. Of course there's activity on your line. They expect you to not use your line at all when you have a secondary phone available?
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Yeah thats what I told them. I'm going to call again and get crazy on their a** hopefully they will replace it. All the places to fix it cost more than the 130 deductible with Asurion.
I don't know how it happened but i was looking at the back of my phone yesterday and realized that the piece of plastic covering/protecting my flash was cracked. Is there anywhere i can get a new one and replace it myself?
I don't want to pay a lot of money to fix my phone...
Thanks
buy a new housing and change it with the old