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Has anyone removed the Metal LCD Cover Plate from the Exec? My one has a few dents in it and I want to debrand it. I have a Milling machine at work that I can use to cut myself a new plate, all I need too do I work out how to remove the old one without damaging the the rest of the cover.
D.Apsley said:
Has anyone removed the Metal LCD Cover Plate from the Exec? My one has a few dents in it and I want to debrand it. I have a Milling machine at work that I can use to cut myself a new plate, all I need too do I work out how to remove the old one without damaging the the rest of the cover.
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hi
i have your problem but i contrite for removing that(after removing it geting worse) since i haven't laser cutter or milling machine i cant do any thing and i forced to stik lather instead of metal
i recomend you if you want to do that embed a tiny knife or blade betwen the plastic part and metal plate if you use long knife it better embed it far as you can (becareful you may cut your hand / scratch plastik part use a piece of cloth to prevent this) then rotate the knife or pull it up-> (use two khife at the same for pulling up) and be careful the plate maybe lost her face
sorry for my bad English
i hope these are usefull for you
Sounds just like I suspected the Metal cover plate is stuck down with a double sided tape then.
Nice idea the leather, could add some protection.
Hi !
I am not REALLY sure, if this can help you, but I think so. I do not remember, where I found this, but it helped me, when I had to exchange the front cover of my Universal some months ago...
http://rapidshare.com/files/114813770/mda_pro_service_manual.pdf.html
I hope this helps !
Cheers,
Otto
I've got this manual already, what I what to do is remove the metal plate fitted in the centre of the top cover. Basicaly I want to de-brand my XDA uni form the Mobi operator and to pimp my XDA Uni.
The manual only gives info on removal of the complete top cover but not the metal plate.
I have a few small scratches on the side of my evo and near the bottom where the capacitive buttons are. Is there any way that I can fix or buff these out? I also have a rather large gash on the bottom that I can feel when i run my fingernail over it. I have no scratches on my screen, as I have a screen protector. I just want to fix the scratches on the side of my evo. Thanks
Im sure there is some kit on ebay for it. If all else fails you could always take it to sprint and get it swapped out if you lets say broke the power button and volume buttons lol.
I just want to know if sanding with grit sandpaper and polishing would be effective on the housing of the phone and where the capacitive buttons are. I have small scratches around that area. It wouldn't mess up the buttons or the housing right?
i was thinking about using this http://stagingurl.com/product_info.php?products_id=156&cPath=1_3
evo4gfan said:
I just want to know if sanding with grit sandpaper and polishing would be effective on the housing of the phone and where the capacitive buttons are. I have small scratches around that area. It wouldn't mess up the buttons or the housing right?
i was thinking about using this http://stagingurl.com/product_info.php?products_id=156&cPath=1_3
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The trick is going to be bringing the polish back to the same gloss. You could remove the scratches only to end up with a dull spot. Also be careful not to generate heat during the process. Plastic, unlike metal and stone, becomes soft and pliable under heat caused by friction. Good luck, Rick
Scratches are a total bummer.. I dropped my white evo within the first week I owned it. It has scuffs and scratches all over and then make me sad everythime I pick it up
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The trick is going to be bringing the polish back to the same gloss. You could remove the scratches only to end up with a dull spot. Also be careful not to generate heat during the process. Plastic, unlike metal and stone, becomes soft and pliable under heat caused by friction. Good luck, Rick
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use car wax or a scratch remover, it will put a shine but of course not as shiny as the original shine.
try clear plastic polish? I know its not clear plastic but seeing as how even the slightest friction can scuff it, polish meant for clearcoats might not be a fine enough grit to get the shine back.
Hi folks!
I ran into a bit of trouble here trying to remove the screen protector that came with my Otterbox Commuter for the HTC One.
I just can't manage to get it off, tape doesn't stick to it ('cause of the coating maybe?), the edges of the screen are slightly higher level, so it's impossible to get to the edge of the screen protector.
I even tried to apply superglue with a piece of strong paper but it just won't stick Oo.
I'm really desperate right now, how the hell am I supposed to get that thing off?!
Please help me!:crying:
Try using a needle to lift the edge.
...Sent from Zed
XperienceD said:
Try using a needle to lift the edge.
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Tried and failed, not possible either
Maybe a store rep can help
Sent from that one guy with the cool phone
Try heating up the screen protector with a hairdryer to soften the adhesive, then slowly peel it up.
I've had this happen a few times, sucks. Usually I end up heating it up with a hairdryer and putting a pin in the corner to get it to lift or something.
Yeah, heating it up with a blowdryer is def the way to go!
...needle? wtf, won't that just cause exactly what you tried to avoid when putting it on there
use your finger tail
ive had success using a razor blade
Riiquiem said:
Hi folks!
I ran into a bit of trouble here trying to remove the screen protector that came with my Otterbox Commuter for the HTC One.
I just can't manage to get it off, tape doesn't stick to it ('cause of the coating maybe?), the edges of the screen are slightly higher level, so it's impossible to get to the edge of the screen protector.
I even tried to apply superglue with a piece of strong paper but it just won't stick Oo.
I'm really desperate right now, how the hell am I supposed to get that thing off?!
Please help me!:crying:
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I do not recommend using a needle,because there may scratch the screen.
I get my wife to do it. Those nails help.
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I just remove it by nail
I understand that this thread is old as balls but I just took off a glass screen protector that i was struggling to get off. I tried using my nails at first and I failed. I used a rigid piece of plastic and just pushed up against the corner of the screen protector really hard until it lifted and it worked.
Riiquiem said:
Hi folks!
I ran into a bit of trouble here trying to remove the screen protector that came with my Otterbox Commuter for the HTC One.
I just can't manage to get it off, tape doesn't stick to it ('cause of the coating maybe?), the edges of the screen are slightly higher level, so it's impossible to get to the edge of the screen protector.
I even tried to apply superglue with a piece of strong paper but it just won't stick Oo.
I'm really desperate right now, how the hell am I supposed to get that thing off?!
Please help me!:crying:
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HI,
I came across this post looking for a solution to the same problem... Finally I managed to pry it off by placing a pen knife at the camera/sensor cutoffs and gently pushing at the edge... It created a bubble and allowed me to slip a paper clip between the display and the screen-protector...
djripster said:
HI,
I came across this post looking for a solution to the same problem... Finally I managed to pry it off by placing a pen knife at the camera/sensor cutoffs and gently pushing at the edge... It created a bubble and allowed me to slip a paper clip between the display and the screen-protector...
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The other thing that may work is to get something else with adhesive like a bit of tape, and keep a firm grip on one end of it, and stick the other end on top of the screen protector and gently pull up. It does work in lifting the screen protector but then again I've never had anything stuck on to the point of having to seek help
Ever tried Rubbing Alcohol?
For anyone contemplating these repairs, they turned out to be much simpler than I expected.
Camera lens
The lens can actually be replaced without removing the rear cover of the phone. Simply use a knife to carefully gouge out the broken glass, clean off the old glue, then stick the new ones into place.
Rear cover
I bought an original Xiaomi cover on Ali Express for $60. They seem to be getting more and more scarce, so if you're thinking about doing it, do it sooner rather than later.
To remove, I heated the edges a little with a hairdryer, then wiggled a work knife into the gap and worked my way around, sliding the knife and lifting. Once you get it going it's not difficult, but you need a little patience. Once you get enough done, lift the cover to get the rest of it off.
Be careful with lifting because the fingerprint sensor is attached. To remove it at the phone end, the connector is very small but easy to get off, it's a press-in connector, so just carefully insert the very corner of your knife under the edge and lift. It comes off easily, so if you're having to work at it you're doing it wrong.
To remove the sensor from the old cover, warm it with the hair dyrer, then use a very thin knife or blade and work carefully around the edge. It won't come out until you've worked all the way round, lifting more than cutting. Once out, the glue is recessed slightly, so the sensor stands out and fits into the hole in the cover, which means positioning isn't a problem. You can probably buy the glue piece, but I didn't have it so I just put it back in the new cover using the old glue, I warmed it a bit and then weighted it back in place for a while. It seemed to be pretty firmly in place, and I don't think it's going anywhere anyway once the cover is back on, since it's up against the rest of the phone.
Check around the edges of the phone for remnants of the old glue. It comes out easily, just push a bit with the knife to get the end up, then lift and pull and it'll come out in a single strand.
The replacement cover comes pre-glued, although it's not really glue, more of a sticky seal. Starting at the camera end, position the cover and push it into place. There's a pop when it goes in, and I think even without the glue it would be fine. I then warmed the edges and weighted it down for a while.
Hello comrade, thank you for sharing your experience.
Now, it wouldn't be a bad idea to share with us the links (if XDA allows this kind of links) for the purchase of your spare parts.
Internet is very rough, and in my case, I buy almost everything in Aliexpress, it is very difficult to find good sellers with good prices.
This way, your contribution will be much more complete.
Thanks a lot, and greetings.
Hi
I will attempt a similar replacement but I just have some questions. How did you swap the nfc and wireless charging coil and do you think it is possible to do a "clear" version of the back cover (removing the interior paint)
thank you
Alright, after months of trying to nail this problem down I finally have a good solution!
I've tried a few different cases on my fold3 and none of them really held well on the top screen when folded and in my pocket. It would start sliding off. So I finally have a solution. Get yourself some good double sided tape (I suggest some type of 3m tape This for example) and measure you a piece of tape that is length of the case that touches the phone that isn't on the screen. Then take a sharp knife and cut a very thin strip of tape. Put that strip on your case and then put the case on the phone. Press hard and hold it there for a bit and then BAM it's not going anywhere again. If it's done right it will not be noticable (see pics I've attached) unless you look closely it's really clean and nice looking to me.
In the pictures you can see the black strip of tape that came with the case that wasn't super useful but what useful was my piece of tape.
I have been lucky in that my cases have not had this issue, but I agree, if you need too, there is no shame in using tape to keep this thing protected.
Just use good quality stuff.
This is the stuff I have and I LOVE IT... https://smile.amazon.com/25Meter-Double-Adhesive-Display-Housing/dp/B071D5CKCX
Good solution, just easy.
Unfortunetly fold series and other folded devices need specially cover.
I have fold 2 1,5 year and few covers:
Ringke slim. Good cover but even pieces of double tape after take off i saw particles of dust and sand.
Next i bought Spigen armor pro. Great protection but a lot of bulky and even mount with force for good fit after few weeks and take off i saw few white dots on the frame from probably few particles sand.
It was little frustrating because I always to take care my devices and carry without any other stuff in my pocket.
4 days ago i told "stop" covers with use tape for hold on the device.
Without case fold is really beautifull and touch metal in every time is really pleasant .
I read topics on reddit about "caseless fold devices" and a lot of people have enjoy use folds without case.
After that I use my device only with original leather back cover, without front cover.
Admittedly 2 days ago drop my fold from pocket on the floor. It drop edge front frame but after that is only scratch and rest device survive well
I have béen using a dab of clear silicone sealant. Holds well, and comes off by rubbing it with a cloth.
After a few months of searching, I just gave up and use whichever is the slimmest case without an adhesive. It made more than a few scratches on the side of my screen and I just decided not to give a crap about it, it doesn't go over the main screen anyway.