My girlfriend has a broken LCD screen after a nasty drop. The glass isn't broken, but there are black spots appearing on the screen and it looks like the LCD is leaking(?) or something.
I want to replace the screen, but I'm not sure what part I need. I think this is what I need and I think this is the process.
http://www.repairsuniverse.com/motorola-droid-x-lcd-screen-replacement.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKIMd3M_Z-4
Yes, this looks pretty straightforward, but I just wanted a 2nd opinion. Can someone confirm this for me? Also, has anyone had a similar experience and if so, did you replace the screen and/or do you have any tips?
Here is a picture of the screen.
Thanks for everyone and anyone's help!
Note: Cross Posted on RootzWiki here ---> http://rootzwiki.com/topic/33255-broken-lcd-screen-help-wanted/
The part you linked from Repairs Universe is indeed the part you need.
Also, be sure to buy the specific set of tools required for opening the Droid X
There are several videos out there to help you tear down the device and replace the LCD.
If you have any other questions don't be afraid to ask
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infazzdar said:
The part you linked from Repairs Universe is indeed the part you need.
Also, be sure to buy the specific set of tools required for opening the Droid X
There are several videos out there to help you tear down the device and replace the LCD.
If you have any other questions don't be afraid to ask
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Thanks for the help, I'm ordering the part now -- here's hoping I don't screw it up.
Sorry if this is not the right area for this, but i think it is.
I need to replace the LCD on my USA S4 Google Edition i9505G and have been told by Samsung Canada that there are differences in the LCD between the i9500, i337, i9505 and i9505G.
I can't find on any site anywhere someone explaining exactly what works with what, or if they are in fact all the same LCD/digitizer/screen/frame, and dont want to order the wrong part.
Can someone please confirm with me, either if your replaced the two models yourself or with some links etc that show me they are different or the same?
Thanks.
geekgirlcdn said:
Sorry if this is not the right area for this, but i think it is.
I need to replace the LCD on my USA S4 Google Edition i9505G and have been told by Samsung Canada that there are differences in the LCD between the i9500, i337, i9505 and i9505G.
I can't find on any site anywhere someone explaining exactly what works with what, or if they are in fact all the same LCD/digitizer/screen/frame, and dont want to order the wrong part.
Can someone please confirm with me, either if your replaced the two models yourself or with some links etc that show me they are different or the same?
Thanks.
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first Wrong subforum.
Also there is no relation of LCD/LED of 9500, 9505 or 9505G. Visit to SSC. they will change it accordingly.
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Also there is no relation of LCD/LED of 9500, 9505 or 9505G. Visit to SSC. they will change it accordingly.
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Its not so much the LCD as it is the frame i've been told. There is one extra piece of hardware in the i9505 version is what Samsung Canada informed me and that means it wont fit when they swap the whole lcd/frame out. I need to know what WILL fit, or if its just something they say for US phones.
I can't confirm or not this information from anyone, and if Samsung was willing to replace the part, I would not be looking online to get it fixed.
LCD panel is the same.
i9505 has LTE anttena in frame.
geekgirlcdn said:
Sorry if this is not the right area for this, but i think it is.
I need to replace the LCD on my USA S4 Google Edition i9505G and have been told by Samsung Canada that there are differences in the LCD between the i9500, i337, i9505 and i9505G.
I can't find on any site anywhere someone explaining exactly what works with what, or if they are in fact all the same LCD/digitizer/screen/frame, and dont want to order the wrong part.
Can someone please confirm with me, either if your replaced the two models yourself or with some links etc that show me they are different or the same?
Thanks.
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The Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 is powered by a quad-core Snapdragon 600 chipset, while the Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 relies on Samsung's own Exynos 5 Octa chipset
that means that the all the parts are the same except for the backplate of the frame where the screen is glued to.
just replacing the screen is no problem but if you buy a screen with the front part be careful you have exactly the right model version.
because the mainboard has a couple of different chips the backplate has a different layout so the chips have a tight fit to the backplate.
this has to do with the cooling of the chips because they need to touch the backplate for heat absorption.
therefore the mainboard will not snugly fit with a different version and will result in a fully functional phone but alas, the cover wont close.
see picture.
the red rectangles show the difference in layout between i9500 and i9505
But the main question, is the i9505 the same as the i9505g ? Mu LCD screen leaked when i dropped and i need to replace the part, everywhere i asked, they told me that they need to verify if its the same, because on the new screen manual there is nothing about the i9505g.
Where the memory and the bootloader are ? Because if i replace them, ill lose my phone memory and the ability to unlock my bootloader ?
psyopussy said:
The Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 is powered by a quad-core Snapdragon 600 chipset, while the Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 relies on Samsung's own Exynos 5 Octa chipset
that means that the all the parts are the same except for the backplate of the frame where the screen is glued to.
just replacing the screen is no problem but if you buy a screen with the front part be careful you have exactly the right model version.
because the mainboard has a couple of different chips the backplate has a different layout so the chips have a tight fit to the backplate.
this has to do with the cooling of the chips because they need to touch the backplate for heat absorption.
therefore the mainboard will not snugly fit with a different version and will result in a fully functional phone but alas, the cover wont close.
see picture.
the red rectangles show the difference in layout between i9500 and i9505
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does this mean it is possible to put a i9505 (lte) screen on a i9500 S4?
If you need replace the frame together, it will not be compatible
I am very certain about the compatibility: It is depended on the supporting frame which is plastic housing around the screen.
If you want to replace the frame with lcd screen together, then the Samsung Galaxy S4 i9500 is not compatible with i9505. Because the frame structure is not the same between i9500 and i9505. You can see the letter 'i9500' or 'i9505' on the frame clearly.
However, if you want to change the screen WITHOUT the frame, then the screen will be totally the same ! The touch glass and lcd display both are the same for i9505 and i9500.
In a word, the difference between Samsung galaxy s4 i9505 and Samsung Galaxy S4 i9500 LCD Screen is only the frame. So, it is your choice to choose replace the screen only or replace the screen with frame together.
By the way, there are other models for Samsung Galaxy S4, here is the compatibility:
The lcd screen digitizer for Galaxy S4 (Without frame) will compatible with S4 all models - i9500,i9505,i545,L720,R970,i337,M919
The LCD Screen digitizer With Frame:
i9500 (with frame, not compatible with other models)
i9505 (with frame, not compatible with other models)
i545 (with frame, compatible with L720,R970)
i337(with frame, compatible with M919)
Dropped my i9505g as well, cracking the screen. Did anyone with a i9505g order a i9505 replacement screen/frame? Did it work?
OK. Learned the hard way, so I'll share here. The i9505 frame IS NOT compatible with the i9505g. The motherboard does not line up with the frame in one important area. When taking apart my i9505g, I discovered the frame has i337 markings, and after comparing to pictures online, it appears the i337 should work. I'm ordering it and returning the i9505 frame I ordered.
Lesson learned: Tear your device down before ordering parts if you're not sure.
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OK.andarned the hard way, so'll share here. The i9505 frame IS NOT compatible with the i9505g. The motherboard does not line up with the frame in one important area. When taking apart my i9505g, I discovered the frame has i337 markings, and after comparing to pictures online, it appears the i337 should work. I'm ordering it and returning the i9505 frame I ordered.
Lesson learned: Tear your device down before ordering parts if you're not sure.
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I sent mine to the technician and he swapped the screen. It's working fine. It's the g version yet. I think you maybe saw it wrong... I didn't post anything besides I had no response I'm the thread, I didn't thought anyone would have it..
The model number on the stock frame when I opened it is i337. There is no i9505g model frame.
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Ok. I got the i337 frame and LCD in and I can confirm with 100% certainty that if you need to replace the frame on your S4 Google Play Edition, you need the i337 frame. NOT the i9505 or i9500 frame.
It's good to have my phone up and running again. And now I have a Black Mist S4 Google Play Edition. :victory:
Do you remember which specific part of the motherboard didnt fit? I'm looking at getting a i9505 black edition screen with back panel for my m919 (i337) motherboard. In comparing my motherboard to photos online it looks like the top right part of the motherboard by the headphone jack behind where the black screw goes there is a small chip for the antenna there, on the i9505 the chip is on the opposite side of the motherboard's "arm" i337 = outside edge of "arm", i9505 = inside edge of "arm". I believe just a small amount of dremel work will allow that chip to fit and the motherboard will be flush. Is this the same spot that was troublesome for you?
BortFrenzy said:
OK. Learned the hard way, so I'll share here. The i9505 frame IS NOT compatible with the i9505g. The motherboard does not line up with the frame in one important area. When taking apart my i9505g, I discovered the frame has i337 markings, and after comparing to pictures online, it appears the i337 should work. I'm ordering it and returning the i9505 frame I ordered.
Lesson learned: Tear your device down before ordering parts if you're not sure.
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Please, i need to change the Wifi/Bluetooth chip on my m919, but can only find for i9500/i9505. Will it work?
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Please, i need to change the Wifi/Bluetooth chip on my m919, but can only find for i9500/i9505. Will it work?
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I don't think it will. If you can't find an m919, an i337 should also work. If you want to try to order a i9505/i9500 and modify it, you can try. I think I remember seeing a chip on the upper right on the 9505/9500 that wouldn't seat right. Also, once you modify it, if it doesn't work, good luck returning it.
But my understanding is the m919 and i337 are interchangeable.
Sorry for the late reply . I haven't been on much as of late.
So, just the i337 display will work for a gt9505g? I'm from Argentina i can't find on stores that kind of Display. Only gt9505 and gt9500 displays...
disasterpierce said:
So, just the i337 display will work for a gt9505g? I'm from Argentina i can't find on stores that kind of Display. Only gt9505 and gt9500 displays...
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i'm going to answer my own question, i opened the phone and i saw "i337" at the side of the motherboard. So now i will have to buy i337 display to someone that ships to Argentina.
Samsung s4 i9505G lcd replacement
There are a little difference between those editions. But don't worry. I know a reliable supplier which offers your editions. For more info you can visit their website and contact the customer service. Here is the site: hcqs.com.cn.
Aloha !
Couldnt find any info about this on the web. If you have any info please share.
Situation:
I've got T-Mobile S7 Edge 935T from U.S.. Unlocked by T-Mobile.
I'm in Europe.
Phone worked correctly till...
I run my car over my phone (my precious!) accidentally. Phone works but screen is shattered.
Ordered new screen. (with frame etc., like this one -> CLICK
Replaced.
Phone cannot find network.
What I did?
Looked over the internet how to repair "Error while searching network". Nothing helped. (in and out sim, unpin battery etc.)
1. Screen which I ordered was for G935F because couldnt find any for "G935T"
2. Some europe sellers say that screen which they sell is for any edge "T", "F" "V" etc. etc.
3. Couldnt find any information if there is any differences between screens designed for T or F versions.
So I assumed that there is no difference (its just bloody screen...)
Question:
What do you think about it ? Could there be some diffrences between screen sets ?
Should I buy new screen from US ? I would't like to do this ;/ Its not cheap, shipping etc And I cannot be sure it will work.
What do you think fellows?
I replaced my phone with broken screen again and it started work again, it sees network (see picture attached,)
(Sorry for grammar, still learning)
pawel30w said:
Aloha !
Couldnt find any info about this on the web. If you have any info please share.
Situation:
I've got T-Mobile S7 Edge 935T from U.S.. Unlocked by T-Mobile.
I'm in Europe.
Phone worked correctly till...
I run my car over my phone (my precious!) accidentally. Phone works but screen is shattered.
Ordered new screen. (with frame etc., like this one -> CLICK
Replaced.
Phone cannot find network.
What I did?
Looked over the internet how to repair "Error while searching network". Nothing helped. (in and out sim, unpin battery etc.)
1. Screen which I ordered was for G935F because couldnt find any for "G935T"
2. Some europe sellers say that screen which they sell is for any edge "T", "F" "V" etc. etc.
3. Couldnt find any information if there is any differences between screens designed for T or F versions.
So I assumed that there is no difference (its just bloody screen...)
Question:
What do you think about it ? Could there be some diffrences between screen sets ?
Should I buy new screen from US ? I would't like to do this ;/ Its not cheap, shipping etc And I cannot be sure it will work.
What do you think fellows?
I replaced my phone with broken screen again and it started work again, it sees network (see picture attached,)
(Sorry for grammar, still learning)
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This depends, if you're getting the SCREEN ONLY(LCD Assembly), or screen WITH HOUSING. With Housing you might run into issues cause there are slight hardware placement differences, but LCD Assembly only they all work the same,
WingedCow said:
This depends, if you're getting the SCREEN ONLY(LCD Assembly), or screen WITH HOUSING. With Housing you might run into issues cause there are slight hardware placement differences, but LCD Assembly only they all work the same,
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Yes, you right. It was LCD with Housing (Screen, frame...).
I need to buy LCD assembly for G935T.
The bad thing is I dont see any new LCD assemblies on ebay. Only screens or used LCD assemblies.
Is there any good website with those parts ?
pawel30w said:
Yes, you right. It was LCD with Housing (Screen, frame...).
I need to buy LCD assembly for G935T.
The bad thing is I dont see any new LCD assemblies on ebay. Only screens or used LCD assemblies.
Is there any good website with those parts ?
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That's because most people think all the models have the exact same things in the exact same place, but GSM/CDMA/International models do have slight differences, thats why when we do repairs and have to use frames, we make sure its the right model.
The 935F is an international model, so the placement might be off or something is not in contact properly, can you take a picture of both frames, 935F and 935T side by side(935F wont work with 935T btw, I checked)? With the motherboard off of course. Also I saw few newer listings on ebay for around 300~.
Oh, and getting a 935T with housing is probably your best choice unless you know what you're doing, cause you might cut into the wrong place and cut off the flex cable for Menu/Home/Back button. But then again, you can just go rough on it with a heat gun and get it off since the LCD is already a goner.
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That's because most people think all the models have the exact same things in the exact same place, but GSM/CDMA/International models do have slight differences, thats why when we do repairs and have to use frames, we make sure its the right model.
The 935F is an international model, so the placement might be off or something is not in contact properly, can you take a picture of both frames, 935F and 935T side by side(935F wont work with 935T btw, I checked)? With the motherboard off of course. Also I saw few newer listings on ebay for around 300~.
Oh, and getting a 935T with housing is probably your best choice unless you know what you're doing, cause you might cut into the wrong place and cut off the flex cable for Menu/Home/Back button. But then again, you can just go rough on it with a heat gun and get it off since the LCD is already a goner.
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I already sent back 935F assembly with housing so I am not able to check the differences. I'm going to order screen only (screen assembly) and - as you wrote - play with hair dryer
In case of ordering those things its akward situation. I can buy here (Poland) screen with housing for about 270$ (only for F) or just screen for ekhm... 325$ :silly:
I'd like to order screen with housing (fot T) from abroad (China, USA) but I cannot find any new ones (seriously).
I'm not sure about XDA rules in case sharing links for auctions but if you will see any screen with housing let me know
G935T searching
i have this phone from customer and it appears is searching only.
i found out that the customer had already changed the screen.
problem solved
Hi, im the owner of a Samsung Galaxy S4, and yesterday I broke the LCD Screen , but all the other functions work, like the little notification light, etc. The shop I normally go to charge me 150C$ to repair the screen,m and I tought it was a bit excesive considering I can buy replacement kit off Ebay for like 80C$. I wanted to have your feedback on my idea to do it myself and also I'm having trouble finding the right screen. I have a SGH-M919V a canadian model and I didn't see any screen specific to that model, only M919 screen, so does it gonna work if I put an M919 lcd screen on my M919V ?
Thank you !
baboku said:
Hi, im the owner of a Samsung Galaxy S4, and yesterday I broke the LCD Screen , but all the other functions work, like the little notification light, etc. The shop I normally go to charge me 150C$ to repair the screen,m and I tought it was a bit excesive considering I can buy replacement kit off Ebay for like 80C$. I wanted to have your feedback on my idea to do it myself and also I'm having trouble finding the right screen. I have a SGH-M919V a canadian model and I didn't see any screen specific to that model, only M919 screen, so does it gonna work if I put an M919 lcd screen on my M919V ?
Thank you !
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It's sadly annoying to change the screen on galaxy S phones. You have to start from the back and basically tear the entire phone down.
There is a guide on ifixit for tearing it down but these kits im seeing on ebay for 75 seem to be ones that need glued in since they aren't the entire display assembly. I would look over that guide and see if your comfortable with that sort of stuff. It may be worth it for you to just pay the 150 vs potentially messing your phone up in the process. The other option is sell the phone and get a S5/S6 or some other upgrade?
Alright, thank you for your help and your quick answer ! I'm still in reflexion about all this, but you certainly help the process.
Thank you again !
Actually, I find the s4 to be very easy to take apart. I have repalced the screens on 4 phones with no problem.
If you buy a replacement screen, make sure you get a pre-assembled frame/lcd/glass unit. It's easy to damage the frame when you remove it from the old screen and having the frame pre-installed is not too much more than the cost of the lcd/glass.
I have a trusty old N900P on which the front glass has cracked and screen is no longer functional, but the unit appears to turn on and boot (i can connect to a pc and it's recognised).
Now I dont want to install an after market screen (the quality and touch is never the same) so was thinking about buying a new unit. I can get a n9005 delivered fairly quickly, but I was hoping I could transplant my old board into the new phone assembly and it would work? what do you think? From what I can see the everything (layout & connectors etc) looks identical internally.
Thanks
I don't see any problems in what you want to do
princeferoz said:
I don't see any problems in what you want to do
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Yeah, It looked identical. Thanks