Hey guys,
As you can see on the pictures, the glass of my Desire is pretty much shattered, but fortunately the screen still works, so I only need to replace the glass.
Question: Where can I get one for a relatively cheap price? Fellow Europeans, give me some suggestions.
Thanks for your help in advance.
Have you looked at ebay? A8181 is a good keyword too.
Looks like this is what you'll be needing: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HTC-Desir...ssories_RL&hash=item4aaffb5828#ht_1706wt_1037
In fact, ebay is a good site to find it but bear in mind that you will have to disassemble the whole phone.
I had to do it for mine, and I was very happy to have the special screw drivers in the screen package that I bought.
Here is a tutorial on how to disassemble the phone:
http://www.formymobile.co.uk/desiredisassembly.php
You also can find videos on youtube...
eBay is going to be your best choice to get your new digitiser. Try to get one which includes the special adhesive and the tools required for the job. Read/watch the instructions a few times before you start the job. The hardest part is going to be getting the old digitiser off. Good luck.
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hei,
the other day I dropped my desire and now I have a fractured glass on top of the screen. The display itself is fine, only the glass on top is fractured.
Anyone have any idea on how to replace the glass on the desire??
replace it your self, pay htc to do it if you have insurance.
well I dont have any insurance on the phone so I will go ahead and do it myself.
I looked up at ebay but couldn't find a replacement part for the glass.
Do you know of any site where they sell the replacement.
Thanks.
Try HTC.com or HTC support or HTC products. and see if they help you on whatbyou are looking for. I dont think is eazy as you think. Or search on Google that's how I do it when I have a problem with my phone. Hope something of what I say helps if not sorry man.
HTC DESIRE #1
You should buy a Desire digitizer on ebay. I got mine from Hong Kong and it works perfectly. Replacing the screen isn't that hard.
Here is the guide that I followed. Really it is easy, it just takes time
http://tjworld.net/blog/htc-desire-tear-down
Lennyz1988 said:
You should buy a Desire digitizer on ebay. I got mine from Hong Kong and it works perfectly. Replacing the screen isn't that hard.
Here is the guide that I followed. Really it is easy, it just takes time
http://tjworld.net/blog/htc-desire-tear-down
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Can you tell us how many fingers can your new digitizer register at the same time? Because the digitizer of the original desire can only register two fingers at the same time while iphone can register 5, so I want to see if these chinese replacements are actually better. To test this, search in market for "multitouch" and there are some free apps to do it. Thanks!
Hi,
I have just got the HTC desire HD replacement digitizer and have tried to replace it but am stuck as I cannot remove the digitzer from the LCD screen.
The only disassemble video I can find says to put it 10 minutes on top of a special oven, but I do not have one of these.
Is there anyway I can replace this digitizer without one and does anyone know where there might be a video or step by step guide on how to change it, can find guides for almost every other phone but this one.
cheers
DP4 said:
Hi,
I have just got the HTC desire HD replacement digitizer and have tried to replace it but am stuck as I cannot remove the digitzer from the LCD screen.
The only disassemble video I can find says to put it 10 minutes on top of a special oven, but I do not have one of these.
Is there anyway I can replace this digitizer without one and does anyone know where there might be a video or step by step guide on how to change it, can find guides for almost every other phone but this one.
cheers
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are u talking about the touchscreen that goes installed over the lcd?¿?
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are u talking about the touchscreen that goes installed over the lcd?¿?
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I believe he is. That's the digitizer.
DP4 said:
Hi,
I have just got the HTC desire HD replacement digitizer and have tried to replace it but am stuck as I cannot remove the digitzer from the LCD screen.
The only disassemble video I can find says to put it 10 minutes on top of a special oven, but I do not have one of these.
Is there anyway I can replace this digitizer without one and does anyone know where there might be a video or step by step guide on how to change it, can find guides for almost every other phone but this one.
cheers
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Hi,
For that "special oven" or heating plate, you could try a hairdryer probably.
But please exercise caution as you would not want to fry that beautiful object of desire.
I don't know if the video you came across is this: HTC Desire HD Disassembly Guide
This step-by-step guide might help too:
HTC Desire HD Disassembly Guide
Note the guy also suggested using a hairdryer or something.
But... Like he said.. "caution: do it with your own risk, i dont take any responsibilities if any part is broken or fail."
okay... i found some videos about....
i found it browsing for "inspire 4g"..
that´s the same device, but named different...
american version.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stAiZi0T4b0k
good luck... i seen it and its a little bit difficult......
STEP BY STEP VIDEO ABOUT DISSASEMBLY THE DESIRE HD: original of htc corp..http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfatoeWbMRk&feature=related
EDIT: i seen it now here specifies that u need the special oven...
thanks for the advice that inspire video looks like it will help me figure it out, gonna give it a go tomorrow.
Next time i get a phone gonna definately make sure I have phone insurance
Phone insurance? Sounds like a plan.. That covers screen cracks and self-inflicted damage too.. Comprehensive cover. Fire & theft. LOL.
Keep updated on your progress. Might need to help my brother replace his as well. Just couldn't find time for now.
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Zulmacher said:
Phone insurance? Sounds like a plan.. That covers screen cracks and self-inflicted damage too.. Comprehensive cover. Fire & theft. LOL.
Keep updated on your progress. Might need to help my brother replace his as well. Just couldn't find time for now.
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Just to let you know that after about a week phone is finally sorted, couldn't manage to get cracked digitizer off lcd, took it into a local phone repair shop and they couldn't manage it either so ended up having to replace LCD as well.
Have now invested in an otterbox case as well so if I manage to drop it again it will be a bit more protected.
Oooops.. Im waiting for the digitizer to arrive.. Ordered from eBay.. Now that's not too encouraging news for my brother.. Will try and see how it goes nevertheless...
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Hello guys,
First possessor of a Hero, I needed to change the glass surface as well. No need to dry hair, just to have a radiator around 50 to 60 degrees Celsius, which is more than enough to soften the glue and peel off the glass. Then quickly put the new glass surface and once the glue has cooled, voila, it takes up exactly like the original. That's the hardest part of this operation is finally turning the phone for parts.
Good luck for the operation that appears much more difficult than it actually is.
Arma.
I have always used a hairdryer to loosen glue but a radiator would work too just as long as its not too hot. If it is you might find some of the plastic melting and changing shape, or worse, sticking itself to the radiator.
Also, you have to be wary of the solder joints too. To comply with EU standards the solder in electronic devices has to be lead free and that sort of solder is prone to cracking in the joints when heat is applied. Shouldnt be too much of a problem on a mobile level but that is the major cause of breakdowns in games consoles.
I have dropped my Wildfire on the floor and after i picked it up i had a spot on the screen(you can see it in the pics attached).I want to order the parts necesary from ebay because i saw they have good prices.
Please help me because i need to know..what part do i have to change to get that spot away from the screen?(the digitizer,the display?)
Thanks!
PS: the touchsreen works perfectly
really no one knows?
asking again..please help
I had exactly the same problem. That mark you see on the screen is due to dead pixels. I dropped mine too and I had a spot just like yours. Here is how I solved the problem.
1. Go to ebay and buy an LCD screen for wildfire. I got mine for less than $50. You just need the LCD not the touchscreen digitizer. I think you can get it cheaper.
2 Replace the LCD. I could not find a dissassembly guide for wildfire, but you can follow the Desire guide. They are pretty much the same. I am talking about the steps. Obviously, they different phones.
Since your touchscreen works, it is easier to replace the LCD.
Now my wildfire works fine with a working LCD.
Good luck
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I had exactly the same problem. That mark you see on the screen is due to dead pixels. I dropped mine too and I had a spot just like yours. Here is how I solved the problem.
1. Go to ebay and buy an LCD screen for wildfire. I got mine for less than $50. You just need the LCD not the touchscreen digitizer. I think you can get it cheaper.
2 Replace the LCD. I could not find a dissassembly guide for wildfire, but you can follow the Desire guide. They are pretty much the same. I am talking about the steps. Obviously, they different phones.
Since your touchscreen works, it is easier to replace the LCD.
Now my wildfire works fine with a working LCD.
Good luck
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thank you so much ,ive talked to some guys at gsm services and about all of them told me it's the touchscreen that needs to be replaced..but the touchscreen works perfectly...i think im gonna wait a little and just get more informations together.
ayyroz said:
thank you so much ,ive talked to some guys at gsm services and about all of them told me it's the touchscreen that needs to be replaced..but the touchscreen works perfectly...i think im gonna wait a little and just get more informations together.
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If the touchscreen is working without any problems then it is just the LCD Screen you need, It is a separate part from the touchscreen.
Where i used to work, the sales team used to rip people off by telling them that the touchscreen and LCD screen came together, but most of the time they don't and can be fitted separately, sometimes however they are together and need to be bought together. I have been inside one of my own wildfires to fit a new touchscreen it didn't go very well but it works......... minus the LED lights and i can tell you the LCD screen can be purchased and fitted separately.
Dude of course it is up to you wheyher you wait or not,
But i am telling you, i had the exactly same issue... My phone fell to the floor and i had the spot on the pictures you posted. It is because of the dead/stuck pixels on your lcd. My touchscreen worked fine too. Just replace the lcd and you are in bussiness.
And I agree with the poster above.
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i had also marks on my LCD but its from water i dont need to fix it so i got used to it
good luck
thanks allot guys
i saw some wildfire lcds at 15$ on eby so i think ill order one right away
thanks
dead pixels arent good but what about my dead "lines" ? it looks like the HTC is censuring everything i want to read
I unfortunately dropped my Desire this morning and managed to break the glass/digitizer.
Can anyone recommend a repairer preferably in the north East, UK.
I have seen replacement digitizers already fitted into the front housing for £19.99 on a well known auction site.
Looking at videos on how to replace the digitizer it doesn't look too difficult just looks intricate and unsure if i should have a go at replacing or just take it to a local repairer.
What's everyone's opinions?
Thanks
In the past I've found buying the digitizer and then getting a shop to fit it best for me
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i did it last week, not bad for a copy digitizer.
little fiddly but if u take your time and be careful, you should be fine
there is a photo show on youtube somewhere, gives u a better breakdown.
ayu452.blogspot.com/2011/11/htc-desireg7-screen-replacement.html
found this even better than the one i saw originally...
its a video
youtube.com/watch?v=sXZqIjtFoAU&feature=related
I did exactly the same a few months ago and took the route of buying a replacement and fitting myself.
I have to be honest there were a few moments when I thought that was a mistake and I should have taken it to a shop. I found it VERY fiddly and was convinced i was going to break it, the insides are really delicate.
If you decide to do it, get as many instructions from google, youtube as you can and read/watch them all before starting. I seem to remember the ones I followed ware unclear at a certain stage. The ones from ayu452 look good tho. Have the right tools and allow plenty of time. Good Luck.
Just wondering if its worth buying this to avoid removing the digitizer from fascia?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220871890...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_1674wt_1037
Whats peoples opinions on it?
Yeah may as well. Will make it easier. I may even do that just to get rid of scratches on digitizer and fascia
Ive ordered that digitizer with fascia off above auction website link
A local phone repair guy said he would fit it for £20 just gotta decide if i should let him fit it then if he messes up its his responsibility ??
That was my reason behind doing that. Still much cheaper than if you asked HTC to do it.
Digitizer arrived next day in post.
Looks good quality with black surround rather than that bronze colour. Like it
Took it to my local phone repair guy who fitted it.
Hit power button phone booted up, one BIG problem.. the digitizer wasnt working!
He checked all connections again and concluded the digitizer was DOA.
Not good and still without my phone.
Have let the phone guy order a digitizer himself as im going to have to return faulty one for refund.
Hopefully it should be sorted today.
Good luck.
New digitizer fitted and working perfect!
Credit to Paul ThePhoneGuy repairer in Durham who sorted it for me.
Just realised I need a new speaker now. It must have damaged it when it was dropped.
Thats a minor job though. Just pleased phone is working again.
Good news!
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Yeah. Just pleased to have it back working again.
Hey guys, good day.
My HTC Desire Eye screen cracked (I accidentally dropped it) and it really looks horrible. I am planning to replace the screen myself, and I am asking if anyone repaired their phone by themselves as well. I'll be buying the parts needed in eBay. I am also wondering if I can only replace the glass and not with the LCD? The LCD screen still looks impeccable despite the cracked glass and touch works perfectly. However, I am yet to find a tutorial that shows replacement of the glass module only.
Thank you very much in advance.
jamesmalit3 said:
Hey guys, good day.
My HTC Desire Eye screen cracked (I accidentally dropped it) and it really looks horrible. I am planning to replace the screen myself, and I am asking if anyone repaired their phone by themselves as well. I'll be buying the parts needed in eBay. I am also wondering if I can only replace the glass and not with the LCD? The LCD screen still looks impeccable despite the cracked glass and touch works perfectly. However, I am yet to find a tutorial that shows replacement of the glass module only.
Thank you very much in advance.
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U can find tutorial on YouTube. And yes you have to replace entire screen not just the glass.
My advice is get it replaced from a expert. It doesn't cost much. Also buy original screen don't get a bad one.
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