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Replaced just the glass, saved the digi/lcd (With video)

Well I read a lot of places that it couldn't be done. I have successfully replaced just the glass. I recorded it on my Gopro so everyone can see how its done. If you find it useful hit the thanks Make sure you spread this around so people stop buying 300 dollar full LCD assemblies.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4Gx5fLy0NQ&feature=youtu.be

kool!
btw, how did you break your screen? Don't have an S iii right now. Researching... :laugh:

Wow, I'm surprised all of that heat did not adversely effect any of the other components. I'm assuming everything is working flawlessly?

Good info. How much was the replacement screen?

Amplifys said:
Good info. How much was the replacement screen?
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From what I've read on a couple of threads, they're about $20. I'm thinking of giving this a try myself...
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Thanks gonna watch the whole thing and use it as a reference for changing mine once i get the replacement glass. Thanks.

hey yellow, does this give us the option of changing the color of the screen then? say i wanted to go from pebble blue to black. i see the black ones available to for sale via ebay. id rather buy a $30 screen and change colors than buy a whole new phone once they become available

qpinto said:
hey yellow, does this give us the option of changing the color of the screen then? say i wanted to go from pebble blue to black. i see the black ones available to for sale via ebay. id rather buy a $30 screen and change colors than buy a whole new phone once they become available
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You can change the color of the screen. I saw a red and white hybrid posted in another section. It looked surprisingly good actually.
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Will a blowdryer work if I dont have a heat gun
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I wanted to do the same thing to change mine to Garnet but, 'uck dude, you're ballsy lol. I don't think I could do that to my phone...

jonathan3579 said:
You can change the color of the screen. I saw a red and white hybrid posted in another section. It looked surprisingly good actually.
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That sounds really good. I don't mind my surround being blue, but I do want the screen/soft keys black. I'd have to find a way to make the home button black too. Perhaps paint a white button black with black lexan body paint and swap at the same time.
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so since i see youre in pa and im terrified of breaking my phone can i just pay you to do this for me?:highfive:

Putting tape on the screen helps to keep all the broken pieces together.
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I'm not going to do this because I'm too scared that i might damage the actual screen, but here's a thank

I have a cracked screen and might try this before getting an insurance replacement....anyone recommend a link to where to buy a replacement screen?

Just did it with my gf's hairdryer on my buddy's phone.
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YellowGTO said:
Well I read a lot of places that it couldn't be done. I have successfully replaced just the glass. I recorded it on my Gopro so everyone can see how its done. If you find it useful hit the thanks Make sure you spread this around so people stop buying 300 dollar full LCD assemblies.
without further adieu
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That's simpler than I was expecting! I was certain there'd be a ribbon connecting the digitizer to the actual LCD. Was there such a thing? Or was it part of the buttons on the bottom?
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Nice. Did you get any lint or dust in between? I'd probably do this in a steamed bathroom if i had to do it. Thanks for the video.
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denny_1986 said:
kool!
btw, how did you break your screen? Don't have an S iii right now. Researching... :laugh:
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GF Dropped it on her birthday actually. Quite a mood killer lol.
zer0trip said:
Wow, I'm surprised all of that heat did not adversely effect any of the other components. I'm assuming everything is working flawlessly?
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Flawlessly, not a single issue
Amplifys said:
Good info. How much was the replacement screen?
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20 bucks. A link to the screen is in the description.
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From what I've read on a couple of threads, they're about $20. I'm thinking of giving this a try myself...
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Slow with lots of heat.
kobe4rings said:
Thanks gonna watch the whole thing and use it as a reference for changing mine once i get the replacement glass. Thanks.
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Good luck its not to hard.
qpinto said:
hey yellow, does this give us the option of changing the color of the screen then? say i wanted to go from pebble blue to black. i see the black ones available to for sale via ebay. id rather buy a $30 screen and change colors than buy a whole new phone once they become available
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If you want to risk it, you could absolutely change the colors.
Five0nIt said:
Will a blowdryer work if I dont have a heat gun
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I've heard of people using blowdryers. I would give it some extra time to heat up
uoY_redruM said:
I wanted to do the same thing to change mine to Garnet but, 'uck dude, you're ballsy lol. I don't think I could do that to my phone...
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Thats why you see a beer on the right lol. I was about a 6 pack in before I got the balls to try. I have insurance so I figure the risk was worth it.
duhitsrandy said:
so since i see youre in pa and im terrified of breaking my phone can i just pay you to do this for me?:highfive:
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LoL i wouldnt feel comfortable doing someone else's phone. It is possible to crack the oled.
lazarat said:
Putting tape on the screen helps to keep all the broken pieces together.
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Yes. I left my screen protector on instead of tape. But you want to keep all the tiny shards contained.
kulzboy said:
I'm not going to do this because I'm too scared that i might damage the actual screen, but here's a thank
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If you're not comfortable then I wouldn't attempt it.
Ecliptical said:
I have a cracked screen and might try this before getting an insurance replacement....anyone recommend a link to where to buy a replacement screen?
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Link for a screen is in the video description.
Android_Monsters said:
Just did it with my gf's hairdryer on my buddy's phone.
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Thats good to here.
elesbb said:
That's simpler than I was expecting! I was certain there'd be a ribbon connecting the digitizer to the actual LCD. Was there such a thing? Or was it part of the buttons on the bottom?
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The glass is just glass. no electronics at all.
aznmode said:
Nice. Did you get any lint or dust in between? I'd probably do this in a steamed bathroom if i had to do it. Thanks for the video.
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You can run a very hot shower for awhile then do it in the bathroom with the steam (Makes dust fall to the ground) or I did mine in the basement where there is like 0 dust lol.
Whew that was a lot of responses. Didnt have the thread subbed.

So these screens don't have any plugs? Or cables?
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Scuff on the s4 home screen buttone out of the box?

Am I the only one whos noticed a little scuff on the bezzle around the home button? It was there the first day I got it. It might have been from when the tmobile guy unboxed my phone to activate my sim card. He turned it over on its face down on the counter. Does anyone think i could get this replaced?
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It's possible but in my opinion, but I'm not sure if they would take it back for a scuff. Just my opinion
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tonytien said:
It's possible but in my opinion, but I'm not sure if they would take it back for a scuff. Just my opinion
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Yeahh I mean its tiny but very visible if you look at the home screen button in broad daylight

When I got my phone. It had two very minorr scuffs on the bezel.. I called them and asked for the new phone. They sent me a new s4 with free overnight shipping and then I returned my old one..if u r not satisfied..just ask for a new one..
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dannyyyyy said:
Yeahh I mean its tiny but very visible if you look at the home screen button in broad daylight
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zainqaiser said:
When I got my phone. It had two very minorr scuffs on the bezel.. I called them and asked for the new phone. They sent me a new s4 with free overnight shipping and then I returned my old one..if u r not satisfied..just ask for a new one..
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Go ahead and give it a try

It's up to you.
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Yeah its your phone if your not happy send that s4 back
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Thanks everyone, I went and got an exchange today

Within that 20 day remorse period you can return it for any reason. My replacement will be here tomorrow. The chrome plated plastic bezel has a crack by the ear speaker. My wife can't see but that sh*t drives me insane. ocd here.
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j_r0dd said:
Within that 20 remorse period you can return it for any reason. My replacement will be here tomorrow. The chrome plated plastic bezel has a crack by the ear speaker. My wife can't see but that sh*t drives me insane. ocd here.
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How are you guys doing it when you return it? I mean root wise and going back to complete stock?

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whytechapel_x said:
How are you guys doing it when you return it? I mean root wise and going back to complete stock?
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i always wait until the remorse period is over to root. Just in case. It usually takes that long for stock firmware to show up anyways.

I Odin'd MDL back and everything went back to stock. I got my warranty back and they exchanged it. Actually the girl didn't even check anything I just told her I had overheating problems, the screen had smearing issues in the settings when brightness was low and that it wasnt reading my micro SD card although I know its not the s4.
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j_r0dd said:
i always wait until the remorse period is over to root. Just in case. It usually takes that long for stock firmware to show up anyways.
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I have returned many phones with bootloader unlocked and root. .. They don't even care and bother to check all those. They just make sure the device turns on and the serial number matches the one they sold you.
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My new in box S4 had fingerprints on it when I opened them. Naturally, I ran them through AFIS.

Lol that shouldnt be there.. Samsung was sloppy with this device.
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Tell me how to get a new glass from sprint

I would like to get my glass replaced. Sprint seems to be very picky on replacing glass or screens. I'm looking for a guarantee way to get new glass threw sprint. Yes I do have the insurance. Thanks in advance.
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If the crack is too big they won't do anything. File a claim.

w7excursion said:
If the crack is too big they won't do anything. File a claim.
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This,
Use to replace them free with insurance. My og Evo got shattered 6 months after I got it when I fell through an attic and I landed on it. They replaced the screen for free. Now it has to be a crack less than 2" I think.
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They replaced mine no questions asked

GuitarJesus said:
They replaced mine no questions asked
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That's great. Did you go to the store or call? I notice if you call they ask you to go in rhe store. I have deep scratchs and want to get a new glass. Im trying to cover my tracks to make sure they dont turn me down. Thanks for your help.
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Camera film protector?

Is there a flimsy film on the camera lens that needs to be peeled off like on the S4? I can't quite tell and don't want to mess up the camera, but it looks that way...

jbizzle said:
Is there a flimsy film on the camera lens that needs to be peeled off like on the S4? I can't quite tell and don't want to mess up the camera, but it looks that way...
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Yea... How can't you tell though? Are you asking cause you want to know if you are to buy one or you own one? Its pretty obvious. You aren't going to mess up the camera either way.
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cstrife999 said:
Yea... How can't you tell though? Are you asking cause you want to know if you are to buy one or you own one? Its pretty obvious. You aren't going to mess up the camera either way.
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wait there IS one? I cant tell either haha. my pictures have some noise but that's the only thing I see...

I purchased my phone in store and the rep removed all the plastic wrapping. Maybe that happened to you.
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ChasedMonkey said:
I purchased my phone in store and the rep removed all the plastic wrapping. Maybe that happened to you.
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That could be it. I always tell them not to. I don't like waiting long and I love the feeling of "unwrapping" a new phone lol
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I honestly still can't tell if there is a film on it still. The rep did take off all the plastic. The lens glass feels smooth when I run my finger over it so it looks like there is just a ring that is not plastic. When I got my s4 I didn't realize it had a plastic cover on the camera for a few days. Loving this phone coming from the s4 except not sure the camera is as good overall.

I doubt there is still a protector on it if you haven't found it yet.
Such is life

Sad pandas

Got this phone in June... 3 foot drop in a commuter case and still.....
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lurtis said:
Got this phone in June... 3 foot drop in a commuter case and still.....
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My goodness! I hope it wont happen to me. BTW it has no protection? Like bumper case or something like that?

turvat1377 said:
My goodness! I hope it wont happen to me. BTW it has no protection? Like bumper case or something like that?
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It was in an otterbox commuter case. I took it off after it broke for the photo. Phone is super fragile. Sucks cuz there's no replacement screens available for this particular phone.
Thank goodness I have my old nexus s 4g that I reactivated today.
I loved my OG it since you can get a nexus 5 on sprint I'll prolly order a white one next paycheck
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Meanwhile I drop mine every other day on the wood floor, sans case. Physics can be a cruel mistress.

I drop mine in a regular rubber case off a truck and it didn't break thank god I love my optimus g more than my lgg2 lol
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Damn bro sorry to hear that I too would love to get me Nexus 5 though...
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Damn bro sorry to hear that I too would love to get me Nexus 5 though...
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Yeah man I was pissed when it happened but on the bright side its pushing me to buy a new phone now haha
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lurtis said:
It was in an otterbox commuter case. I took it off after it broke for the photo. Phone is super fragile. Sucks cuz there's no replacement screens available for this particular phone.
Thank goodness I have my old nexus s 4g that I reactivated today.
I loved my OG it since you can get a nexus 5 on sprint I'll prolly order a white one next paycheck
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http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=111195877790
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lurtis said:
It was in an otterbox commuter case. I took it off after it broke for the photo. Phone is super fragile. Sucks cuz there's no replacement screens available for this particular phone.
Thank goodness I have my old nexus s 4g that I reactivated today.
I loved my OG it since you can get a nexus 5 on sprint I'll prolly order a white one next paycheck
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http://www.amazon.com/Sprint-Optimus-Digitizer-Assembly-Replacement/dp/B00C4R37MA
theres quite a few screen replacements out there

Greatness83 said:
http://www.amazon.com/Sprint-Optimus-Digitizer-Assembly-Replacement/dp/B00C4R37MA
theres quite a few screen replacements out there
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That's just the digitizer. That link I gave is the glass LCD and digitizer attached and for the same price.
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RayTrue04 said:
That's just the digitizer. That link I gave is the glass LCD and digitizer attached and for the same price.
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he never said how bad it was...if he can still see the screen all he needs is this

Greatness83 said:
he never said how bad it was...if he can still see the screen all he needs is this
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Anyone actually repaired one of these? Just curious. I'm gonna attempt it. Still doing research.
The screen does turn on. There is no touch input.
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lurtis said:
Anyone actually repaired one of these? Just curious. I'm gonna attempt it. Still doing research.
The screen does turn on. There is no touch input.
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I doubt it because lg screens are a bit complicated and ppl are scared to attempt it. However there are how tos on YouTube you can follow. I would go with the link I gave since the two pieces are attached. With the separate piece you might have to loca the glass to the LCD so u don't get an air bubble in the middle or dust in the screen after time. My first time fixing my Note I didn't use no loca since none of the vids instructed to do so. Worst experience ever, thank god I was able to take it apart and redo it.
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RayTrue04 said:
I doubt it because lg screens are a bit complicated and ppl are scared to attempt it. However there are how tos on YouTube you can follow. I would go with the link I gave since the two pieces are attached. With the separate piece you might have to loca the glass to the LCD so u don't get an air bubble in the middle or dust in the screen after time. My first time fixing my Note I didn't use no loca since none of the vids instructed to do so. Worst experience ever, thank god I was able to take it apart and redo it.
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I have replaced 3 screens on the OG(mine and 2 of my sisters). It is super easy only hard part is getting the glue behind the screen hot enough to take off. Other than that super easy got a phone repair kit from radio shack for like $12. I can tear down and put back together in like 5 minutes now.

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I have replaced 3 screens on the OG(mine and 2 of my sisters). It is super easy only hard part is getting the glue behind the screen hot enough to take off. Other than that super easy got a phone repair kit from radio shack for like $12. I can tear down and put back together in like 5 minutes now.
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Nice! I never got a chance to own an OG because I ended up with my Note but still followed this forum because I like the device. Maybe you can give OP some pointers
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The phone kit is the best thing has everything you need.http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13180768&retainProdsInSession=1&znt_campaign=Category_CMS&znt_source=CAT&znt_medium=RSCOM&znt_content=CT2032236 And use a hair drier or heat gun to get the screen off. DO NOT touch the battery if it gets poked or bent out of shape a little it will go bad very quickly. Obviously unplug it from the board but thats it, and its only 2 connections to get the screen off the main board. Everything is pretty easy once you get inside. I watched a video and that was a huge help.

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The phone kit is the best thing has everything you need.http://www.radioshack.com/product/i...ce=CAT&znt_medium=RSCOM&znt_content=CT2032236 And use a hair drier or heat gun to get the screen off. DO NOT touch the battery if it gets poked or bent out of shape a little it will go bad very quickly. Obviously unplug it from the board but thats it, and its only 2 connections to get the screen off the main board. Everything is pretty easy once you get inside. I watched a video and that was a huge help.
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For 80 bucks would you recommend just the digitizer or the bundled glass and digitizer? I'm assuming the two piece together is the better deal and less work correct? Just trying to make it easier for the op lol
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RayTrue04 said:
For 80 bucks would you recommend just the digitizer or the bundled glass and digitizer? I'm assuming the two piece together is the better deal and less work correct? Just trying to make it easier for the op lol
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Definitely get with the glass. If you get a fingerprint or dust under the whole thing wont work.

RayTrue04 said:
For 80 bucks would you recommend just the digitizer or the bundled glass and digitizer? I'm assuming the two piece together is the better deal and less work correct? Just trying to make it easier for the op lol
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Get both. All things being equal, your best bet is to replace both. Since screen and digitizer are so close together on this phone a break like you got probably means both are damaged anyway.
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One more week then I can order the part....
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