Okay so it's been less than a f***ing week and I've managed to crack my Nexus 7 32GB 3G. Hell yeah. Fell on a bathroom ceramic tile from 4 foot high and the corner bit chipped off. The entire touch screen works though, it's just the corner bit cracked.
SO ANYWAYS! I have a few questions for those smart guys out there that know about displays.
First of all, I've found out from the internet, that because the LCD and the Digitiser are glued together, I'd need to buy them together. Otherwise known as a Nexus 7 Display Assembly.
Few questions:
1) If I buy a display assembly from ebay for example, will it be of less quality than ASUS's original screen, or will it probably just be a part from ASUS anyways?
2) If I do buy this display assembly, will it still have the same number of Pixels as the original screen?
3) Will it have the same brightness, same touch responsiveness, same all that **** as the original screen?
If not, I may consider just repairing directly from ASUS, so...
4) How much does it cost in pounds(£) to repair the N7 Screen all in, taking into account my shipping fees from the UK?
Seriously need someone who has any experience of this whatsoever
I'm considering if I should repair this with the 3rd party screen and sell it privately if it's not the same quality, then buy a brand new one for myself. What's your guys thoughts on this? I really need some of your expert advice
I JUST replaced the screen on my nexus. I bought the display assembly from powerbookmedic.com, and the tools I needed from iFixit.com. All in all, it cost me around $200 in the States. The repair process was pretty easy, and the screen looks and functions exactly the same as the original screen. My only suggestion would be to make sure you have some good adhesive. I have a little screen lift now because the adhesive lost its traction when I took the cracked screen off the upper casing. Good luck!
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Adhesive?
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I JUST replaced the screen on my nexus. I bought the display assembly from powerbookmedic.com, and the tools I needed from iFixit.com. All in all, it cost me around $200 in the States. The repair process was pretty easy, and the screen looks and functions exactly the same as the original screen. My only suggestion would be to make sure you have some good adhesive. I have a little screen lift now because the adhesive lost its traction when I took the cracked screen off the upper casing. Good luck!
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Huh? Adhesive? We have to add adhesive? I thought adhesive was only to the digitiser + the lcd screen? I thought that it already comes assembled when you buy the part, because apparently you have to buy it together? If it isn't used for digitiser/lcd screen, then what did you use adhesive for?
The digitizer is indeed fused to the glass, but the silver ring you see around your screen is also fixed to the glass with adhesive, and that part doesn't come with the LCD/digitizer assembly.
The screen affixed itself to this upper casing on mine okay, but I do have about a millimeter or so of screen lift now which I didn't have before.
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The digitizer is indeed fused to the glass, but the silver ring you see around your screen is also fixed to the glass with adhesive, and that part doesn't come with the LCD/digitizer assembly.
The screen affixed itself to this upper casing on mine okay, but I do have about a millimeter or so of screen lift now which I didn't have before.
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LOL wanna do an ASUS Warranty job! LMAO!
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The best way to attach the new display is to use very thin two sided tape. you cut it in 1/8 inch strips. Apple it all the way around the bezel. then with a sharp knife run it along the inside bezel. Pay close attention to the thin bezel area on the left side ({where screen lift occurs) To be sure you do have it perfect in that area.. Ithe screen face down on cloth . Push the bezel onto the sticky tape (with film removed of course.. Turn device over and put back together.. LEAVING OUT THE TWO CENTER SCREWS or leave then very loose on the left side.(if you have a newer model of nexus these screws will be gone anyway). I have done many phone /tablet screens . If you can get it apart and back together you can replace the screen assembly..
No real need to send it to someone else nexus is easy to dissemble reassemble
Good Luck... Buy a full working 8 gb from ebay for 150.00 might be your best best....
Any clue How to detach the broken glass\digitazer\lcd from this aluminiun bezel?
I recently broke my screen as well. I saw on ebay only 2 options. First option is a screen only for about $50 which doesn't look like it will do anything for me. You the second option is a digitizer for around $300. $300 clearly exceeds the cost of a brand new device so that wouldn't make any sense at all. Even $200 doesn't make sense as I can buy a 8gb device for that and swap screens. I have the 16gb model. Does anyone have any cheaper sources for screen/digitizer that make economic sense?
Thanks,
Dan
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found the replacement screen at Taobao together with instruction (written in Simplified/Handicap Chinese), it costs roughly HK$950 (i.e. US$120)
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=...416_2297358_8935934:1355472362_4k4_1264543304
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unixwise said:
found the replacement screen at Taobao together with instruction (written in Simplified/Handicap Chinese), it costs roughly HK$950 (i.e. US$120)
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=...416_2297358_8935934:1355472362_4k4_1264543304
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Dude! That's all in chinese LOL! We can't even read any of that! Can you maybe provide video instructions of the buttons to click to buy the item? LOL
cheap nexus 7 16 gb
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Dude! That's all in chinese LOL! We can't even read any of that! Can you maybe provide video instructions of the buttons to click to buy the item? LOL
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i seen a add on sears outlet website nexus 7 16 gb for 179.00 I think they are returned or refurb units..
http://www.searsoutlet.com/Google-N...rh1_md&pn=1&ps=24&pid=105502&mode=buyUsedOnly
Ehh...?
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i seen a add on sears outlet website nexus 7 16 gb for 179.00 I think they are returned or refurb units..
http://www.searsoutlet.com/Google-N...rh1_md&pn=1&ps=24&pid=105502&mode=buyUsedOnly
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It seems pretty pointless to me why you posted that in response to my comment about the chinese website because
a) It was a chinese website... I just needed some help because of the language lol
b) It seems we're only interested in the screen which is what was being suggested... not the a full device like you said lol
c) Your price is $179... his price for the screen was ~$120... so even if I was to harnass only the screen in your one... I'm still at a loss.. lol
Thanks for the try though!
Actually $179 for an entire new (refurbished) nexus 7 with 16gb more storage than mine is a very tempting option. I may choose to do that vs spending almost the same to import a screen from China, have to go through the hassle of installing it myself and hopefully do it properly and have it look clean and factory. If I did that then I could still hang on to my broken one in hopes that in 6 months or so the screen prices might drop to a more reasonable price.
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Actually $179 for an entire new (refurbished) nexus 7 with 16gb more storage than mine is a very tempting option. I may choose to do that vs spending almost the same to import a screen from China, have to go through the hassle of installing it myself and hopefully do it properly and have it look clean and factory. If I did that then I could still hang on to my broken one in hopes that in 6 months or so the screen prices might drop to a more reasonable price.
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oh. Glad it works for you! I've got a 32GB 3G model, so it's not really much help at all for me :/
hi , does nayone one know the current price asus charge for lcd replacement ?
im fully aware of cost of buying the lcds and doing myself or a second hand unit etc, but just trying to confirm the asus repair price please in the UK
looks like there are much cheaper screens/digitizers available on ebay now. anyone try replacement yet?
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I just got my DVP a few days ago...
Today I dropped it (the first time it dropped) and it shattered the glass...
everything works fine still...it is just so ugly I would like to get it fixed...
What can I do?
I cannot find any replacement parts, I cannot find any repair shops for this phone also... currently I am on hold trying to call dell (hopefully they give me good news?)....
I am lost and disappointed -I cant believe I cracked it esp. this soon!..
well I am asking for your advice / comments / help on this one, XDA ...
please advise me...
UPDATE: dell said it would be 249.99 to get a replacement phone...
good deal? or should I just get another phone or something? I am thinking of going through with it to get it done, but if there are cheaper options I am interested...
Did you try checking with @dellcares on Twitter? Someone had a similar issue the other day and said @dellcares helped them. Not sure exactly what the outcome was, but worth a shot.
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Did you try checking with @dellcares on Twitter? Someone had a similar issue the other day and said @dellcares helped them. Not sure exactly what the outcome was, but worth a shot.
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no, but dell charged me 249.99 to send me a replacement device...
they told me that a cracked screen is considered to be out of warranty (I think it also includes any physical damage as well...not sure about that part though)...
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no, but dell charged me 249.99 to send me a replacement device...
they told me that a cracked screen is considered to be out of warranty (I think it also includes any physical damage as well...not sure about that part though)...
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you're lucky then. They sent me a copy of the posting on their community forums telling me its absolutely not covered. I could replace my 16g device...for $499.00. But they would throw in free over night shipping.
While it sucks, I think it's hard to argue with this stance unless people start to report widespread screen cracks. I've dropped mine a couple of times and no problems (~knock on wood~) and I have not read about a rampant issue with screen fragility, so at the moment it sounds like you were just damned unlucky.
My phone just fell at the train station and the freaking screen cracked. Damn. I called T-Mobile . .The rep at first didn't even know what it was and asked if it was a tablet. Put me on hold for over 10 mins then asked me to call Asurion and see what they said.
Asurion rep put me on hold for about 5 mins and then said it wasn't a supported phone.
I then called Dell Mobility. Lady told me $249 for a replacement. wow! I told her I'd think about it. Though it's half the cost I could get an HD7 straight from T-Mobile for less than $100 with contract renewal
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My phone just fell at the train station and the freaking screen cracked. Damn. I called T-Mobile . .The rep at first didn't even know what it was and asked if it was a tablet. Put me on hold for over 10 mins then asked me to call Asurion and see what they said.
Asurion rep put me on hold for about 5 mins and then said it wasn't a supported phone.
I then called Dell Mobility. Lady told me $249 for a replacement. wow! I told her I'd think about it. Though it's half the cost I could get an HD7 straight from T-Mobile for less than $100 with contract renewal
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That is exactly why I have mine insured by Squaretrade...
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I just got my DVP a few days ago...
Today I dropped it (the first time it dropped) and it shattered the glass...
everything works fine still...it is just so ugly I would like to get it fixed...
What can I do?
I cannot find any replacement parts, I cannot find any repair shops for this phone also... currently I am on hold trying to call dell (hopefully they give me good news?)....
I am lost and disappointed -I cant believe I cracked it esp. this soon!..
well I am asking for your advice / comments / help on this one, XDA ...
please advise me...
UPDATE: dell said it would be 249.99 to get a replacement phone...
good deal? or should I just get another phone or something? I am thinking of going through with it to get it done, but if there are cheaper options I am interested...
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Replacement glass from here:
mobilephonecrazy.com/modeldetail/Venue-Pro,LCD_Glass_Lens_Screen_.htm
I haven't ordered it yet. Looks like the glass pops out easy.
philippis said:
Replacement glass from here:
mobilephonecrazy.com/modeldetail/Venue-Pro,LCD_Glass_Lens_Screen_.htm
I haven't ordered it yet. Looks like the glass pops out easy.
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Hi, so i had a similar situation this past week and I wanted to find out if you were able to purchase and replace the screen? Got the same $249.99 replacement quote from dell (even though you can purchase a new one for $300 from dell).
Please help!
Gorilla glass is supposed to be strong?
Guys, shed some light, as I anticipate gorilla glass to be shatter proof to most extent! I am amazed seeing this thread!
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Guys, shed some light, as I anticipate gorilla glass to be shatter proof to most extent! I am amazed seeing this thread!
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Scratch Resistant NOT shatter proof. Accept this now before something happens and you wind up butthurt.
you guys should get a warranty from squaretrade. they cover shattered screens and liquid immersion and are pretty cheap compared to an extended warranty from dell.
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babaaketi said:
Hi, so i had a similar situation this past week and I wanted to find out if you were able to purchase and replace the screen? Got the same $249.99 replacement quote from dell (even though you can purchase a new one for $300 from dell).
Please help!
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I had a similar situation - wife dropped and our small son stepped on her Venue Pro, cracking the upper right corner of the gorilla glass. The phone still worked fine, even in the impacted area -- it just looked ugly and glass continue to chip off. Dell offered to replace it for $250.
I found the replacement glass from the below site, ordered it and it took about 2 months to arrive (they were out of stock initially).
mobilephonecrazy.com/modeldetail/Venue-Pro,LCD_Glass_Lens_Screen_.htm
I successfully swapped out the glass today and it was tedious being careful not to break anything and lose parts, but not too bad if you're patient - it took me about an hour. Remove the backing and battery and there are 6 black screws to remove (one was covered by a white sticker for me). I just used my finger nail to go around the edge of the lower housing (not LCD) until I was able to wiggle and eventually pop it free (be gentle, don't force it). Then extend the slider so the keyboard is exposed. Rotate 90 degrees from the lower housing you separated from, being careful not to damage the cables that attach the LCD to the lower housing. There are then 4 screws that secure the digitizer / glass to the LCD and slider housing. Two you can see internally once you rotate 90 degrees as above. The other two are always visible with the slider extended (keyboard visible) but they're under 2 black stickers at the top of the screen on the back. I just used a push pin under the edges to pop off the stickers. After removing these 4 screws, again I used my finger nail working my way around to pop off and remove the digitizer / glass from the LCD and slider housing. Once free, there is a single cable connection to remove the digitizer / glass from the LCD. Check the replacement glass as a guide for where these last 4 screws are and where the cable connects (top of the screen near the speaker). The cable just pops on / off.
Ensure you clean the underside of your new screen and the LCD is free of dust / debris / fingerprints before reassembling! Snap on the glass to the LCD / slider housing and install those 4 screws first, then rotate back 90 degrees to pop on the lower housing and then finally re-install those 6 screws. Mine fired right back up and works fine...I was a little nervous with potential damage to the exposed cables and separating the housings, but it turned out fine.
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Guys, shed some light, as I anticipate gorilla glass to be shatter proof to most extent! I am amazed seeing this thread!
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I just replaced mine last night. A bit heart stopping at times as there are a lot of fragile cables and little thingst that can fall out but if you have a good light, a small star-shaped screwdriver, and patience, you can do it. I bought the glass from an EBAY seller in china. Took less than 14 days to arrive and the cost was a lot cheaper than the UK seller you see in the posting (I paid like $74, with shipping). My DVP looks new now. I tooks some pictures as I was taking the thing appart and will try and post later.
I was able to create a very raw an amateourish video for youtube. Hopefully you can use this link to get to it //youtu.be/pnOnYZDZfrw I hope this helps somebody out there that needs to replace the glass on their DVP!
philippis said:
Replacement glass from here:
mobilephonecrazy.com/modeldetail/Venue-Pro,LCD_Glass_Lens_Screen_.htm
I haven't ordered it yet. Looks like the glass pops out easy.
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Thanks for the advice, I'll check it out.
I've managed to get some serious scratches on my Gorilla Glass and I've no idea how I've done it as I am always incredibly careful with my phone.
How do you know it pops out easily? Did you see it somewhere? I'd like to see how easy it is to remove and replace before attempting it myself.
Thanks in anticipation,
Best wishes,
DaFfY
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Ooops! Just seen the video!
Thanks guys,
Appreciate the help.
Best wishes,
DaFfY
now what....
I shattered the front glass on my DVP and bought a replacement on Ebay from a seller in Hong Kong. I watched a youtube video and managed to take the phone apart and replace the screen successfully. If you do this, be warned that there a few pieces that are not attached to the motherboard that will just fall out. Be sure to notice where they came from. For me, a little board running the on/off button and the camera lens fell out. It was easy to put them back in their place. HOWEVER........
Everything works now except I see the letters "ENU" up near the clock, and the virtual keyboard will not appear. Do you think this means the phone thinks the keyboard slider is out because of something I screwed with while the phone was apart?
I just installed the Mango 8107.79 update, and the keyboard still will not appear. So I know its not a bug. The EM app (you get after pressing qwertyuiop and doing the "man machine interface test") is telling me the slider is open when its not.
What does ENU mean? Just be careful if you replace your own screen!!
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What does ENU mean? Just be careful if you replace your own screen!!
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ENU means that the next letter you type is going to be upper case.
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Everything works now except I see the letters "ENU" up near the clock, and the virtual keyboard will not appear. Do you think this means the phone thinks the keyboard slider is out because of something I screwed with while the phone was apart?
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Yes, I think you are probably correct.
Mine says 'ENG', so I would guess it represents the language. 'ENU' is probably English - United States. The code seems to appear when the physical keyboard is pulled out. (It doesn't seem to be visible when using just the on-screen keyboard).
thanks....
Thanks, that's what I needed to know. I guess I'll take it apart again and see if I can figure out why the keyboard is stuck in pulled-out-mode. I feel guilty now, because I just bought a Lumia 710 to replace my DVP, but the display is nowhere as beautiful. The Dell really is a great product....
Well, yesterday it happened. I had my N7 in my back pocket (as I usually do when walking the short distances to the corner store and back). I ended up tripping over a toy my nephew left on the porch, and landed on my butt (and the tablet), The screen is shattered and will no longer respond to touch.
I cannot return it, so I have instead opted to fix it myself. However, the cheapest price I've found so far for the Glass/Digitzer is around $160.00! Add shipping and the cost of the tools and it is nearly $200!
I find it utterly insane that a single piece of the tablet costs nearly as much as it would to just buy a new one... which I may end up having to do unless I can find the part for less.
Any ideas? I figured I would ask you fine people if you know of any better pricing or not before I make my decision.
My suggestion would be to buy a new one and part out the old one on EBay.
Price you get for the parts should more than cover your new one, and pretty much everything - like speakers and battery - just unplug.
You will even find buyers for the case parts. If it is a 16GB unit, I bet a number of 8GB owners would like to buy the motherboard.
The profit margin on the devices is very thin so its not surprising that parts seem so expensive. Cost is recouped through advertising, data mining, and online content.
This is nothing new. Broken screens on laptops are also close to the cost of a new laptop. Many consumer electronic are not worth fixing.
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The profit margin on the devices is very thin so its not surprising that parts seem so expensive. Cost is recouped through advertising, data mining, and online content.
This is nothing new. Broken screens on laptops are also close to the cost of a new laptop. Many consumer electronic are not worth fixing.
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Well, thanks for the advice guys!
I've decided that I'm going to go out and buy a new one. However, I'm a bit torn on whether or not I should sell the broken one, or just hold onto it for later.
I can definitely make a good bit of my money back by "parting" it out. However, I think it would be fun to have a "test tablet" around to try out some physical mods I have in mind... and I could always fix it later when prices come down a bit.
I bought a 32gb when it came out, I still have my 16 its great for testing roms and kernels and stuff on before flashing things on my 32.
Obviously you couldn't do that with a broken screen but the philosophy applies to physical mods....
What did you have in mind?
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Well, thanks for the advice guys!
I've decided that I'm going to go out and buy a new one. However, I'm a bit torn on whether or not I should sell the broken one, or just hold onto it for later.
I can definitely make a good bit of my money back by "parting" it out. However, I think it would be fun to have a "test tablet" around to try out some physical mods I have in mind... and I could always fix it later when prices come down a bit.
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For now, just get a USB-OTG adapter and use a mouse with the device (You didn't say if the LCD was broken as well).
You can get a USB finger mouse that fits on your finger andmove the cursor around that way.
Yes, no more multitouch but hey - at least you've got a backup tablet.
As for the touch glass surface, it's bonded/glued to the LCD around the outside of the LCD frame. The best way to separate the LCD
from the glass would be to carefully disassemble the LCD assembly by popping up the back of the LCD frame and removing the guts, then carefully using a hot wire (of about 30guage or thinner) to cut the front of the LCD frame from the glass.
Re-assemble the LCD in the metal frame afterwards - it should just snap together.
So ive had my Nexus 4 for about 2 weeks now and i love this phone! i recently went to Dallas with my Mom and Sister over the weekend. Upon getting to the hotel, my Nexus decides to slip out of my hand onto the concrete. When i picked it up, it had a crack on the top right corner of its face. No big deal, right? Wrong! The top half of the screen is completely unresponsive. Good thing i brought my Galaxy Nexus to hold me off through the trip. Once i settled in at the hotel, I whipped out my laptop and bought a replacement screen. I ordered from this site... http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-lg-...-assembly-with-front-housing-and-battery.html
Also, Mods, please move to appropriate forum if necessary.
Video by me- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFwbaay-K6s&feature=youtu.be
http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus+4+Teardown/11781/1
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Judging from ifixit, it's going to be pretty hard to replace the screen. Would you mind keeping us updated on your progress here? I'm curious to see how hard it's going to be.
The glass is fused to both the display and the display frame. So don't crack the glass unless you're good with a heat gun, or you're fond of replacing the glass, display, and frame together ($$$).
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- iFixit.
Yeah, I think it might be a bit of a challenge. Please tell us how it goes though.
i think he ordered the whole glass/screen/digitizer fused together thing, which shouldnt be as hard to replace ( i hope). Anyways, please do keep us updated.
Yeah, i ordered the entire front housing, (battery, display, digitizer, and frame) for a total of $186.72... I already have my Nexus 4 disassembled. I'm just waiting for the screen which should get here Wednesday. And yes, I will update this post as i replace the screen.
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Yeah, i ordered the entire front housing, (battery, display, digitizer, and frame) for a total of $186.72... I already have my Nexus 4 disassembled. I'm just waiting for the screen which should get here Wednesday. And yes, I will update this post as i replace the screen.
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At least you get a new battery too, but that' s expensive :crying:
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I don't think its worth buying the set for $180 and then risking doing it yourself, I sent mine to lg and they're repairing it for $140 total.. Although the price may vary based on the damage..
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I don't think its worth buying the set for $180 and then risking doing it yourself, I sent mine to lg and they're repairing it for $140 total.. Although the price may vary based on the damage..
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you can get just the lcd and digitizer for 160 too, might be worth it if you dont have to ship it to LG or if it's an easy diy. There's even a b-stock lcd and digitizer for 140, the lightbleed special?
When you sent the phone to LG was it overseas or in the US? Also whats the website? thanks
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you can get just the lcd and digitizer for 160 too, might be worth it if you dont have to ship it to LG or if it's an easy diy. There's even a b-stock lcd and digitizer for 140, the lightbleed special?
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i recently cracked my front display, but it still works fine. i'm looking into replacement options and i don't believe the suggested link you posted is a good choice, because the front panel + digitizer + lcd are all fuzed together and i don't have a heat gun...
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-lg-...nd-digitizer-assembly-with-front-housing.html
this option is probably best at 120... but then i just read this on ifixit:
"The battery is stuck to the frame with a lot of adhesive, so removing it without puncturing the battery can be difficult."
so... looks like the 160 pre shipping/taxes is the best choice
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just as an fyi - lg is saying their repair cost is from 40-150 dollars approx... i might just go this route since it doesn't void warranty and i won't screw anything up myself
speedygonzo said:
So ive had my Nexus 4 for about 2 weeks now and i love this phone! i recently went to Dallas with my Mom and Sister over the weekend. Upon getting to the hotel, my Nexus decides to slip out of my hand onto the concrete. When i picked it up, it had a crack on the top right corner of its face. No big deal, right? Wrong! The top half of the screen is completely unresponsive. Good thing i brought my Galaxy Nexus to hold me off through the trip. Once i settled in at the hotel, I whipped out my laptop and bought a replacement screen. I ordered from this site... http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-lg-...-assembly-with-front-housing-and-battery.html
Also, Mods, please move to appropriate forum if necessary.
Video by me- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFwbaay-K6s&feature=youtu.be
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Thanks buddy,
The same happened to me. But unfortunately i'm located in India.. Is it possible to purchase this Display assembly from India..
I'm really worried..
Hi,
I'm sorry to dig out the old thread, but i'm trying to fix my N4 of similar problem but i have a question:
Is there a way to separate the LCD from the digitizer? This way i can keep the LCD and get only the digitizer to save cost as my LCD is still working perfectly. In ebay, an OEM Digitizer+LCD assembly cost USD100+ (http://www.ebay.com/itm/LCD-Touch-D...e_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3cd597ce9d) but the standalone digitizer only cost about half of it (http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-TOUCH-S...er_Cell_Phone_Accessories&hash=item43bf9536ff).
All the instruction that i can find so far on the internet involve replacing the entire assembly.
Battery bending under removal
I'm also sorry to have to reply to an old thread, but I am in urgent need of an answer.
I recently cracked my phone's screen. I ordered a screen+frame repair kit, and got repairing. However, when removing the battery, When prying it from the phone, I realized that the battery was soft, and my tool I was using to pry it off was actually bending it. The battery seems to be curved overall, and slightly pushed on some edges. Also, a weird "sweet" smell came from the phone. Perhaps the smell is the adhesive that sticks the battery to the phone; I do not know.
Will it be safe to use the same battery again? Or should I go ahead and purchase a new one?
Wouldn't a hair dryer work as an alternative heat gun
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Hi,
I'm sorry to dig out the old thread, but i'm trying to fix my N4 of similar problem but i have a question:
Is there a way to separate the LCD from the digitizer? This way i can keep the LCD and get only the digitizer to save cost as my LCD is still working perfectly. In ebay, an OEM Digitizer+LCD assembly cost USD100+ (http://www.ebay.com/itm/LCD-Touch-D...e_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3cd597ce9d) but the standalone digitizer only cost about half of it (http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-TOUCH-S...er_Cell_Phone_Accessories&hash=item43bf9536ff).
All the instruction that i can find so far on the internet involve replacing the entire assembly.
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I wouldn't recommend doing so as a LCD+digitizer assembly cists around $60USD I did not think its worth seperating them but you can use a hairdryer to soften the adhesive
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jchidori said:
i recently cracked my front display, but it still works fine. i'm looking into replacement options and i don't believe the suggested link you posted is a good choice, because the front panel + digitizer + lcd are all fuzed together and i don't have a heat gun...
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-lg-...nd-digitizer-assembly-with-front-housing.html
this option is probably best at 120... but then i just read this on ifixit:
"The battery is stuck to the frame with a lot of adhesive, so removing it without puncturing the battery can be difficult."
so... looks like the 160 pre shipping/taxes is the best choice
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just as an fyi - lg is saying their repair cost is from 40-150 dollars approx... i might just go this route since it doesn't void warranty and i won't screw anything up myself
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Use a hairdryer
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Hi, my screen is cracked on my nexus 7 and I went out ebay and ordered a screen kit but it feels like something is missing, I just do not know what.
Could someone be kind and tell you what is needed more than what I have at home.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-7-Touch...cement-for-Google-Nexus-7-Tools-/131036900237
Thanks in advance.
I hate to tell you that, but it's near to impossible to change the digitiser ONLY on most modern devices in general and on Nexus 7 in particular.
I had a damaged screen (lcd was damaged as well), so I ordered the whole assembly on aliexpress. I then tried to take apart the broken assembly just to see if I can. Well, as numerous sources say, digitizer is glued to the lcd with a really dense and sticky glue. You need a blow drier and a string to separate them. If you miraculously manage to separate the two without ruining your lcd, you will need to attach the lcd to the replacement digitizer, but i'm not sure the digitizer comes with a glue layer.
On the other hand, replacing the whole assembly is relatively easy, but yes, the price is around $60 shipped (from China).
twotimer said:
I hate to tell you that, but it's near to impossible to change the digitiser ONLY on most modern devices in general and on Nexus 7 in particular.
I had a damaged screen (lcd was damaged as well), so I ordered the whole assembly on aliexpress. I then tried to take apart the broken assembly just to see if I can. Well, as numerous sources say, digitizer is glued to the lcd with a really dense and sticky glue. You need a blow drier and a string to separate them. If you miraculously manage to separate the two without ruining your lcd, you will need to attach the lcd to the replacement digitizer, but i'm not sure the digitizer comes with a glue layer.
On the other hand, replacing the whole assembly is relatively easy, but yes, the price is around $60 shipped (from China).
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So in other ways you need a bit luck and be a very patient person?
Isn't there already a screen and digitizer assembled that you just can order and switch with the old one without having to split the screen and hold on and tinkering?
Guess it will be a bit more expensive if there is but it surely can not cost as much as a new one?
(Digitizer + Screen) assembly is available from China sellers in ebay with free shipping. I bought one for 66$ two months back. Got tools for free as gift. Also download and keep a YouTube video alongside 'how to replace glass in nexus 7' by Android Authority
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Sure, here's the one I've actually ordered:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Best...-Screen-Touch-Screen-digitizer/652472351.html
It came with two protective films and a small set of tools necessary for disassembly.
But I can now see even a bit cheaper offers, like this one: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1pcs...s-7-Assembly-free-tracking-NO/1442470685.html
I've seen some coupon codes for aliexpress flying around (like $5 off on orders over $50), so it might help knock the price a bit further down.
And here's the item ID, 161094480826.
Search and get it in ebay dot com
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twotimer said:
Sure, here's the one I've actually ordered:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Best...-Screen-Touch-Screen-digitizer/652472351.html
It came with two protective films and a small set of tools necessary for disassembly.
But I can now see even a bit cheaper offers, like this one: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1pcs...s-7-Assembly-free-tracking-NO/1442470685.html
I've seen some coupon codes for aliexpress flying around (like $5 off on orders over $50), so it might help knock the price a bit further down.
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I haven't used that site. But ebay has good buyer protection. Those products are the same though!
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I fell on some stairs and landed right on my Note 3, cheek to stair. Despite having the Otterbox, I bent it quite a bit and the glass is shattered.
In any case, I'm trying to find the parts I need, and I believe I have, but they are either generic or for US models.
I'm looking at the following two parts from ETrade and I'm wondering if they will work. I've contacted them twice but keep hitting midnight, their time, and they haven't gotten back to me by email.
My phone is SM-N900W8.
The parts I'm looking at are:
http://www.etradesupply.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-n9005-lcd-screen-and-digitizer-assembly-with-frame-white.html
http://www.etradesupply.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-n9005-lcd-screen-and-digitizer-assembly-with-frame-white-20687.html
Any help would be appreciated.
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I usually use eBay for this kind of stuff... Is anything available there?
Word from eTrade - Not compatible, part for this phone are not currently in the market, they will be sourcing it and will let me know.
Nothing on ebay.
Anyone else have a suggestion? I'm wondering if there is a screen protector with glue that would help fill in the cracks in the glass a bit?
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Anyone else have a suggestion? I'm wondering if there is a screen protector with glue that would help fill in the cracks in the glass a bit?
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Are you saying digitizer and s-pen work? If so why are you buying whole thing? You can buy just front glass, there are few videos to show how to replace it and I admit it's time consuming and little tricky, but if you really mess up, then get the whole digitizer. Also the glass itself is much less expensive and probably the same across all models. Just search youtube for instructions.
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Anyone else have a suggestion? I'm wondering if there is a screen protector with glue that would help fill in the cracks in the glass a bit?
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Are you saying digitizer and s-pen work? If so why are you buying whole thing? You can buy just front glass, there are few videos to show how to replace it and I admit it's time consuming and little tricky, but if you really mess up, then get the whole digitizer. Also the glass itself is much less expensive and probably the same across all models. Just search youtube for instructions.
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Everything is fine inside, but the body is bent as well.
syscal said:
Everything is fine inside, but the body is bent as well.
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So now you have the Note 3 Curve
... could be a good thing.
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papaavi said:
So now you have the Note 3 Curve
... could be a good thing.
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yeah, and follows the exact curve of my rear...for comfortability
I could probably do the glass and case and attempt to replace those, but the glass is REALLY shattered and if I botch that then I've wasted $100. Not to mention they say without an autoclave you're chances of going bubble free are pretty slim and I'm willing to spend the $300 to get this back to its former beauty. I can't imagine why Canada's model would be so different.
Just be careful, Crapple lawyers will go after you , 5S came out first with curved phone, so they have patent for that. LOL
Seriously now - ouch, if the frame is bent the whole screen will not fit either, me think. If it was my phone I would take it apart and very carefully try to see if I could make it straight again. I would still insist all you need is front glass, if it doesn't work you'll be out $20-$30, not $300. I have hard time to imagine the screen assembly is bended, but not frame. If frame is bent new screen won't fit. Of course without seeing it, I'm speculating and I could be completely wrong. Hope you get it sorted.
I might post a pic later, the battery is bent as well...all kinds of messed up
but still works!
Found a place locally that can get parts. Shout out to the best computer store in Calgary www.memoryexpress.com
I have to confirm the parts still, but the price came out to what I expected to pay eTrade and no shipping.
I don't think our Canadian model is any different. If you take it apart it says at&t right on the board.
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captspaulding1000 said:
I don't think our Canadian model is any different. If you take it apart it says at&t right on the board.
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This is what I thought, but I don't want to spend $300 to find out they were right.