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[Q] Disassemble for Screen Replacement

Does anyone know how to or have a link to a guide to disassemble the phone so I can put my new screen digitizer on my phone? Can find ANYTHING online about it...

Remove battery cover, remove all screws and open. You will have to remove the black warranty stickers to get to several screws but you can find those stickers on eBay for .99cents.

CBConsultation said:
Remove battery cover, remove all screws and open. You will have to remove the black warranty stickers to get to several screws but you can find those stickers on eBay for .99cents.
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I've done that but it didn't come out... Do I have to pry it open once I remove all three screws?

There should be tiny tabs on the sides of the screen holding it in place. They are not very visible and can break easy but you need to pry those far enough out to remove the screen.

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There should be tiny tabs on the sides of the screen holding it in place. They are not very visible and can break easy but you need to pry those far enough out to remove the screen.
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I think thats later on in the process... All ive done is unscrewed the 3 screws... From there what are the following steps?

banks1359 said:
I think thats later on in the process... All ive done is unscrewed the 3 screws... From there what are the following steps?
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Should be able to pry the sides away from the housing to remove.

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Should be able to pry the sides away from the housing to remove.
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I figured that out ... Ive gotten the enire front from the device now just the lcd front screen and the long silver plate.. you think I should just pry the screen and lcd off?

banks1359 said:
I figured that out ... Ive gotten the enire front from the device now just the lcd front screen and the long silver plate.. you think I should just pry the screen and lcd off?
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One make sure the power is off [I'm sure you've done that already]. Two, be gentle when prying. Make sure you have a grounding strap on your wrist as the internals are susceptible to static.
Make sure to disconnect the ribbon cable attached to the LCD before removing as well.

Everything looks good now I'm just trying to reconfigure it, but there is the black strip that goes to this white piece and that is very hard to get right...

banks1359 said:
Everything looks good now I'm just trying to reconfigure it, but there is the black strip that goes to this white piece and that is very hard to get right...
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Well I hope I've managed to help you. If so, don't be afraid to click thanks.

Thank You
Thank you for all your help.. I was able to replace my screen and now all is well...

Evidence of your greatness... =)
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Awesome. I'm glad I was able to help you. Hope your phone is all good now!

CBConsultation said:
Remove battery cover, remove all screws and open. You will have to remove the black warranty stickers to get to several screws but you can find those stickers on eBay for .99cents.
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Can I get a link for those stickers? =P

nguyendqh said:
Can I get a link for those stickers? =P
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http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=htc+void+stickers&_sacat=0&_odkw=mytouch+void+stickers&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313
Here are some just didn't see any for .99 though...

Yeah. Seems the price has gone up since I last checked them out on eBay.
Oh well, they're still available there anyway.

I've removed the 3 screws after taking the battery cover and void sticker off. I've also been able to pry the tabs up on the sides and the housing seems to come off a little bit. However, the top and bottom of the phone wont budge. What's the trick to remove the housing from around the top and bottom?

ryanmarc said:
I've removed the 3 screws after taking the battery cover and void sticker off. I've also been able to pry the tabs up on the sides and the housing seems to come off a little bit. However, the top and bottom of the phone wont budge. What's the trick to remove the housing from around the top and bottom?
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Just work it around the side it will pop off theres no trick...

Good to hear you got your MT4G up and running. Was the overall process of disassembling your phone and putting it back together pretty easy? I ask because I want to try to center the FFC and to try to eliminate some of the dust under the screen. Could you be so kind to provide a step by step process of the teardown.

where did you get the replacement screen and for how much? Also, is it the "good" or "bad" screen you got now? Or maybe an entirely different model screen? My screen isn't damaged, but I'd like to get an idea of what I'm up against if something should happen to my phone.

How to replace flex cable connecting motherboard to mic

How do I get the back part where the screen is apart to replace this cable? Mine broke and the capacitive buttons on the bottom quit working. Ordered new xsbke and using on screen keys until it gets here.
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How are you using on screen keys?
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Aopk
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Anyone know how to get this taken apart?
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I didn't quite understand the question. Are you asking how to disassemble the phone itself or how to replace a specific part?
To take the phone apart, here is a video : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt9XNnjAcBc
(the i9000 has the same hardware so the disassebly process is the same).

Trying to replace the flex cable that runs from the bottom capacitive buttons mic and vibrator to the motherboard. I am having issues in seeing how to take the back piece off where I can replace the cable.
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mainecrab said:
Trying to replace the flex cable that runs from the bottom capacitive buttons mic and vibrator to the motherboard. I am having issues in seeing how to take the back piece off where I can replace the cable.
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Check out www.mobiletechvideos.com, he has a few tutorial videos on the site specifically for the vibrant. Check their youtube page as well, maybe one of the vids will help you out....
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Sorry to say, but I think the only way to do it is to take the screen assembly off. Which will require the use of a heat-gun because the screen is glued.

this part? - http://www.repairsuniverse.com/samsung-vibrant-t959-motherboard-flex-cable-replacement.html
i was able to remove it using this guide - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLUl9tlHSik
Skip to 2:40. It's not as easy as he shows. Its glued on very solid. Doesn't require a heat gun, but does require steady pulling for about 1 min. If you need help pm or reply and I can try to explain it better for you.
proof its possible - https://www.dropbox.com/s/tgekucwqz3eyf3i/2012-07-21 16.05.01.jpg from a disassembly i did last week

I got the cable in the mail and I did check the video previously but I still don't see where to lift that will not break something in the process. Where did you try to lift it up at? Seems as well the chrome surround gets in the way does that need to be removed too? Do all the parts at the botton need to be removed as well?

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mainecrab said:
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Undo both clips for that flex cable. Towards the bottom of your green oval on the right you have to remove that piece because part of the tray goes under it.
I put a screw driver under the bottom right screw hole you see in the picture and was able to pry the tray up. It is glued on very tight so it will be tough to get it loose but it's possible. if you pm me I'll be happy to walk you through it in a chat.
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Well I tried to get it from the corner and it just lifted it from the glass the phone is ruined. Oh well if anyone wants a flex cable let me know.

If anyone else has to replace this please use a heat gun as I was under the impression that the back part and the screen were not attached in the recess, but the LCD screen is glued to this back piece. I am really sad I went from fixing a GPS and in the process breaking this cable doing something wrong then ruining the entire phone after...sigh. It is my own fault and I blame no one else but please take extra caution.I was really tempted to just tape this on the back where the battery is located and say the hell with it since it was my " fun phone" but now that is a pipe dream.

Does anyone need Vibrant parts? You pay shipping anything is yours. Motherboard, Case I have a few batteries and one Anker Extended. I give up the phone is dead and gone and I am just going to throw these parts away if no one wants them.

I was looking to do this same repair on my Vibrant as my vibrating motor no longer works and the mic has gone bad (people say it sounds fuzzy/robotic and distant and can barely understand me even with 5 bars of signal). This scares me off though. I don't want to ruin the phone.

So how do you do this repair without ruining it? How does it connect to the motherboard and the screen?

Just realized that the part I need replaced is actually the keypad flex cable with the vibrating motor and mic attached, which is at the bottom. It requires taking it all the way down to the screen. Ugh.

dcsfsg said:
thanks for this
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wtf r u talkin about 5 same posts ?

Package delivered and paid in full.
Thank you very much Mainecrab. You are a gentleman and a scholar.

[Q] Camera glass cracked. How to repair?

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Google how to disassemble and buy a replacement.
Camera Module
Camera Module

Can you still take pictures? I want too see how pictures would turn out.
It should be a pretty simple swap though, maybe Samsung will even replace it for pretty cheap.
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I can still take pictures, but I get a lot of flare, glare and washouts.

OP, whatever you used to take that picture works great! I would suggest calling Samsung and seeing if they will do a repair for you at a reasonable cost. If not would definitely follow what others said about googling it.

Adam Outler has a tear down video of the GS4 in his "Let's get the bootloader unlocked" thread in the development section. It shows the camera module (about 23 minutes in to the video) as being one piece and very simple to replace. If you can find a reliable source to buy the module (maybe one of the links in the above post) it would be your best bet. Maybe you can contact one of the people that have bricked their phone's and see if they can sell it to you for the parts? If you send it to Samsung, they will do a good job, but you might get it back with MF3 (if you don't already have it) and it will cost a lot more than replacing it yourself.

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Adam Outler has a tear down video of the GS4 in his "Let's get the bootloader unlocked" thread in the development section. It shows the camera module (about 23 minutes in to the video) as being one piece and very simple to replace. If you can find a reliable source to buy the module (maybe one of the links in the above post) it would be your best bet. Maybe you can contact one of the people that have bricked their phone's and see if they can sell it to you for the parts? If you send it to Samsung, they will do a good job, but you might get it back with MF3 (if you don't already have it) and it will cost a lot more than replacing it yourself.
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I haven't watched the video yet, but I called Samsung about an unrelated issue about mine about a week ago and I did ask about the MF3. They said as of right now (unless the guy was yanking my chain) none of the phones are being shipped out with the MF3 and they would send me a refurbished phone. Not sure if that was because of warranty issues or what. (I'm one of the special people that updated to MF3 and though they could put a custom recovery on it). I can't remember how much they said it would cost though.

agent929 said:
OP, whatever you used to take that picture works great!
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Thanks, I used my trusty old Canon DSLR that I have had since 2005.

Things I tried that did not work:
AT&T store where I bought the phone. Not very helpful, tried to sell me damage protection (too late).
Samsung web site, "Support" and "Repair Request". Automated system led me around in circles.
I have now ordered a replacement camera module and when I get it I will try to do it myself using the Ifixit guide.

Trust me the repair is very simple and painless! Just take your time and make sure you don't try to take short cuts. Take your time following the guide and all will be fine. The second time and so on.. It will be fun!
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TheHourHand said:
Things I tried that did not work:
AT&T store where I bought the phone. Not very helpful, tried to sell me damage protection (too late).
Samsung web site, "Support" and "Repair Request". Automated system led me around in circles.
I have now ordered a replacement camera module and when I get it I will try to do it myself using the Ifixit guide.
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Awesome! Let us know how it turns out.

I know it hasn't been that long, but have you received your "fix kit" yet?

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I know it hasn't been that long, but have you received your "fix kit" yet?
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Nope, sorry. The tracking does not give the exact delivery date, but I am guessing it will be September 4.

OK, the part came and I installed it. Of course as I was putting back the third-to-last screw I fumbled and the phone flew off the desk and landed on the concrete floor! Fortunately it seems to have survived unscathed.

*facepalm* that was a close call...
Dude, you need a damn good case before you snap that thing in half...
*beer*
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graydiggy said:
Dude, you need a damn good case before you snap that thing in half...
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I have a case, but it was off for the repair.

TheHourHand said:
OK, the part came and I installed it. Of course as I was putting back the third-to-last screw I fumbled and the phone flew off the desk and landed on the concrete floor! Fortunately it seems to have survived unscathed.
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So I'm guessing it works?
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So I'm guessing it works?
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Yup! :victory:

TheHourHand said:
Yup! :victory:
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Cool. Glad you got it fixed!
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help!
TheHourHand said:
Things I tried that did not work:
AT&T store where I bought the phone. Not very helpful, tried to sell me damage protection (too late).
Samsung web site, "Support" and "Repair Request". Automated system led me around in circles.
I have now ordered a replacement camera module and when I get it I will try to do it myself using the .
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Just wondering if you used the tools shown in the "fixit guide" website when you replaced your camera?
I have the same broken camera lense!
Thanks!

[Q] Power button stuck inside unit.

Hey guys, got my F5 and like an idiot i messed up the power button. It is now inside the unit but still accessible. I can press it if my nails are long enough but i want to know if there is anyone with a fix for this. Nothing urgent since I'm on stock ROM with tap to wake. So has anyone been through this?
Update: Plying it out with a needle did not work.

Get something flat and wedge it out? Happened on one of my older phones once, usually just raises back into place with a little tough love.The find 5 back cover is also "fairly" easy to lift,as demonstrated by XDA unboxing.

I tried with a needle and it wouldn't budge. Ill try again with something wedged. Just dont want to damage it any further.
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for me, my power button is broken inside too
it looks like the outer button is fine (no cracks), but something cracked the internal mechanism
going to contact oppo sometime to see if they can fix it

paperWastage said:
for me, my power button is broken inside too
it looks like the outer button is fine (no cracks), but something cracked the internal mechanism
going to contact oppo sometime to see if they can fix it
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let me know how that goes

hello devs and friend
i am thinking of buying oppo find 5
what do u think about it ?? currently using htc sensation dropped it thousand times n never cracked .
after reading alot..
screen crack is important issue and its thin frame..
and now i read power button
whats the issue with power button coz i have a nexus one with power button issue
thanks will appreciate ur reply and help

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Hello Fkardame, I hope you've got a chance to watch the torture test on the official site where a guy uses the find 5 as a hammer so going by that i'm impressed. I was considering a Nexus 4 but have switched my mind and i hope it stays as i plan to order one in the next couple of days. The other contenders were Gionee Elife E6, Dream D1, and the micromax canvas turbo. But I think Oppo has a perfect blend of all the qualities and features i'm after and my only concern is it isn't IPX-7 certified
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hello devs and friend
i am thinking of buying oppo find 5
what do u think about it ?? currently using htc sensation dropped it thousand times n never cracked .
after reading alot..
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Hello Fkardame, I hope you've got a chance to watch the torture test on the official site where a guy uses the find 5 as a hammer so going by that i'm impressed. I was considering a Nexus 4 but have switched my mind and i hope it stays as i plan to order one in the next couple of days. The other contenders were Gionee Elife E6, Dream D1, and the micromax canvas turbo. But I think Oppo has a perfect blend of all the qualities and features i'm after and my only concern is it isn't IPX-7 certified
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i bot it already n using it ..
and its lovely but idk if u can get it in ut country
take care cheers
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Hello Fkardame, I hope you've got a chance to watch the torture test on the official site where a guy uses the find 5 as a hammer so going by that i'm impressed. I was considering a Nexus 4 but have switched my mind and i hope it stays as i plan to order one in the next couple of days. The other contenders were Gionee Elife E6, Dream D1, and the micromax canvas turbo. But I think Oppo has a perfect blend of all the qualities and features i'm after and my only concern is it isn't IPX-7 certified
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i bot it already n using it ..
and its lovely but idk if u can get it in ut country
take care cheers

fkardame said:
hello devs and friend
i am thinking of buying oppo find 5
what do u think about it ?? currently using htc sensation dropped it thousand times n never cracked .
after reading alot..
screen crack is important issue and its thin frame..
and now i read power button
whats the issue with power button coz i have a nexus one with power button issue
thanks will appreciate ur reply and help
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My phone has hit the ground from about 1 meter (3 feet) 2 times on the corner. The plastic on the corners is somewhat damaged but the screen is still perfect. If I remember correctly it has Corning Gorrilla Glass. My HTC Desire also had that (but an earlier version), it dropped from about 1 meter high onto a steel corner. The aluminium unibody had a small dent in it, but the even here the screen was still fine (no cracks or scratches).
So in my experience Gorilla Glass is something you can rely on.

Sorry for bumping this thread, but can I get an update on the power button? I have the same problem now

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Sorry for bumping this thread, but can I get an update on the power button? I have the same problem now
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Just fix it yourself
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Wait are you for real? I can't possibly open up my phone? What about warranty and such? I'm a real noob when it comes to those things :s

oppo power button
It's not the mechanism inside the phone, but for some reason oppo 5 has an inside button and another button glued on top of that. So when you loose the upper button (which is just stuck on with cheap double sided tape) you see the inside one that doesn't rise out of the case. You can just reach it with your fingernail. If you measure the size, you can get a replacement cut out from 1mm plexiglass with a laser cutter and glue it in. I did that multiple times as it falls out every 3 months. I think this is a serious design flaw on the oppo 5.

Gaun said:
Wait are you for real? I can't possibly open up my phone? What about warranty and such? I'm a real noob when it comes to those things :s
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The back case is actually really easy to remove. Get a credit card and cut it so it has a bit of edge like a razor then firmly push IN THEN UP. If you just pry up you risk breaking the little snaps. Once your in you can just re-position the power button back on to the button with a toothpick. If the button is really loose you might want to stick a piece of paper inside to make it tight.
P.s. if your every careful about removing the case it does it void the warranty as the technicians simply visually inspect to see you didn't **** it up. And i won't tell

Has anyone's charging port cover broken yet?

Saw a few people over at AC say theirs had broken already! Getting my S5 today so I hope it's a bit more durable than a few days!!

no issues here...only opened it maybe 6 times though since the 11th.

No issues here either .... yet!
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Saw a few people over at AC say theirs had broken already! Getting my S5 today so I hope it's a bit more durable than a few days!!
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I think the key to keeping it from breaking is to pull it all the way out and rotate it out of the way. Otherwise, you end up bending the little plastic arm that holds it in and it will snap.

Hasn't broke yet, but I have a feeling I will eventually break it
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cloudraker said:
I think the key to keeping it from breaking is to pull it all the way out and rotate it out of the way. Otherwise, you end up bending the little plastic arm that holds it in and it will snap.
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Yeh pulling it right out and twisting it sounds like a good idea :laugh:

Mine is still good. I just bend it far enough back to plug it in
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Hi folks this is a big pain in the arse this stupid door mines closed i get notifacations saying its still open is there any setting anywhere that i ca turn off thanks for any help
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Mine just broke!! no hard use, just opening and closing for charging!!

S5's charging port cover is curved. Be sure to pull out and push in the cover according to the shape of the hinge. If you pull/push it straight, the hinge will receive more force add more pressure.
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Do ebay sell these? Mite buy a few in case......u never know lol
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My SonyEricsson X8 has something similar on it`s charging port and it works fine for don`t know how many years now probably 3 or 4. Don`t see why we should have any issues with the Galaxy S5 cover as it`s made in the same way.

bnight said:
My SonyEricsson X8 has something similar on it`s charging port and it works fine for don`t know how many years now probably 3 or 4. Don`t see why we should have any issues with the Galaxy S5 cover as it`s made in the same way.
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It depends on how you pull and push it. I personally haven't broken anything out of more than 10 phones I've ever owned and used, no scratches either.

It's a bit fragile, but it will probably last 2 or 3 years with a bit of care.
If a replacement can be bought for $5 and installed with a screwdriver.. I don't think it's of much concern.

fffft said:
It's a bit fragile, but it will probably last 2 or 3 years with a bit of care.
If a replacement can be bought for $5 and installed with a screwdriver.. I don't think it's of much concern.
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My wife's just broke after 2 months of use. TMobile refer you to Samsung who say they will fix it for free but it's a 2 week turn around. Don't know who would choose that option. They also say that fixing it yourself or another 3rd party voids the warranty.

Had it for 2 months now, no issues at least yet

gary.lavin said:
My wife's just broke after 2 months of use. TMobile refer you to Samsung who say they will fix it for free but it's a 2 week turn around. Don't know who would choose that option. They also say that fixing it yourself or another 3rd party voids the warranty.
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Some people will have bad luck or some people are harsh in how they handle equipment. Mine is three months old without the slightest sign of wear on the USB port cover. Regardless the part can now be found for less than < $1 and it only takes two minutes to install.
Voiding your warranty? Only if you told them that you did it yourself. And if you really thought that was a good approach, then you have larger issues than your phone's warranty.
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fffft said:
It's a bit fragile, but it will probably last 2 or 3 years with a bit of care.
If a replacement can be bought for $5 and installed with a screwdriver.. I don't think it's of much concern.
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That would be nice if that is the case. I hope it doesn't require a full disassemble as the S5's waterproof design is a bit of a PITA to take apart and put back together unlike the S5 that takes under 60 seconds to take apart and reassemble.

stevey500 said:
That would be nice if that is the case. I hope it doesn't require a full disassemble as the S5's waterproof design is a bit of a PITA to take apart and put back together unlike the S5 that takes under 60 seconds to take apart and reassemble.
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Here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZB9aFOFqDU is a guide to replace the usb cover flap. If you use your phone with a bit if caution it will probably hold for a year until the S6 launches

gee2012 said:
Here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZB9aFOFqDU is a guide to replace the usb cover flap. If you use your phone with a bit if caution it will probably hold for a year until the S6 launches
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Well, Booyah! That's simple.
Needs to be put on a sticky-thread that has all-in-one info for S5.