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[Q] Need a new LCD screen

Any one know where in the UK I can get a replacement LCD screen on the cheap in the UK? I dropped my Defy when getting in the car and ran it over. DOH.... The outside of the phone doesnt have a single dent or scratch and the phone is still completely usable its just the LCD has cracked across the length of the screen.

Really? im the only person in the world to have a cracked lcd screen on the defy???? lol. has any one got a broken defy they wannaget rid of for partsmust have a working lcd of course lol

the cheapest way is to get one one ebay and replace it by yourself

I did try ebay there was only one american seller selling them and it was postage within usa only so it was no good as im in the uk.

http://cgi.ebay.com/USA-NEW-OEM-LCD...933681?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item588be180f1

QNXUA said:
http://cgi.ebay.com/USA-NEW-OEM-LCD...933681?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item588be180f1
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that is a LCD Display Lens Panel or touch screen digitizer as it is also known, I dont need that as mine is still intact. What I need is the actual LCD panel/display. Thanks for trying tho.

yeap, wrong item
you can try order from here http://www.wirelesspartsinc.com/motorolamb525charmlcdscreen.aspx not cheap

nice find, thank you. but with shipping its gonna be over $100 dollars, i think i will just hold off till there are more available here in the uk so the price comes down a bit. hopefully lol.

so i contacted my local motorola repair center and they said a new screen will cost around £59 so got it booked in i thought it was quite a good price as to buy one of a internet shop if your lucky to find one selling the screens would work out closer to £100 with postage and then you gotta fit it yourelf.

[Q\W] looking for a digitizer

Hi guys,
So I scratched my screen, and one tried using Displex to get rid of it.
After many many minutes sent last night and tonight, I've given up hopes of Displex working, or of finding a way to get rid of the scratches.
So, I'm looking for a digitizer now. The cheapest ones I can find are over 30 dollars on eBay.
Know any other places that sell them at better prices?
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Hey you should just goto your dealer or carrier from whom you purchased the phone and ask him to replace the digitizer i think its better to pay a little more than getting a cheap digitizer as it may just spoil your entire desire experience or if the scratches are bare minimum you could put a scratch guard on the screen and continue using it. i would recommend contacting HTC service center or your dealer if the scratches are really deep than purchasing of e-bay or something.

Or if it's insured just oops dropped it!! -- make sure accidental damage is covered by the insurance first lol
EDIT[] the ones from Ebay are sometimes for cheap chinese clones so better to go to official place if this is the route you are going to take or wait for someone to respond that knows a reputable ebay seller

Xperia ARC Silver Housing ?

I want to buy a Xperia Arc. However, being in Canada and the Arc being exclusive to Rogers, the chance of getting an ARC in misty silver seems remote.
I checked around. Nationwide Cellular network seems to be selling silver housing for the ARC. Maybe I could buy a black and replace the housing.
Have anyone purchased that housing? Is it original? If it is OEM - not original, will the quality be much different from original?
Much appreciated.

ive bought one on ebay and quality seems just like original. But be careful not to break the lcd like i did when trying to replace digitzer. Also when pulling out screen u will need a special tool .I just used a tomtom suction end and it worked perfectly.

Ive been thinking about doing this too....but who would I bring it to, as I am not willing to break anything LOL. Also would this viod warranty? thanks!

soldiers33 said:
ive bought one on ebay and quality seems just like original. But be careful not to break the lcd like i did when trying to replace digitzer. Also when pulling out screen u will need a special tool .I just used a tomtom suction end and it worked perfectly.
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i want to the same too.....can u please share the link and tool site where u purchased the silver housing from ???
Thanks

I have the opposite problem. I got a silver one from Three Hong Kong, but really wanted the blue/black. Maybe we should just swap Arc's

Worst part of changing housing is the sticker with all the information on the housing which you have to peel off and re-stick it back.
Has anyone tried to make this transition smoother?

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1086178&page=2
The most worrying process is removing the digitizer which is glued on.
In addition to this page, any more pictorial guides on replacing housing?

bdwb said:
I have the opposite problem. I got a silver one from Three Hong Kong, but really wanted the blue/black. Maybe we should just swap Arc's
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does the hong kong arc work on Rogers frequencies?

Asian and European ARC LT15i is designed for different 3G bandwidth. Therefore they can only use 2G for data in North America, which I believe only has has Black at the moment.

Xperia play parts in the philippines

Good day fellow pinoys.. Just want to ask if anyone here knows where I can get parts for my play specifically flex cable and back housing/complete housing? Thanks
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for the slider flex cable, SE glorietta 3 still doesn't have it, but they do have the digitizer.. i haven't checked yet with MemoXpress SM North EDSA if they have parts yet, people there are a bunch of pricks..
as for me, i bought 3 pieces of flex from UK (through a friend), and replaced my digitizer at glorietta 3..
PS, my flex are all OEM
PPS, housings are only acquired through ebay or glorietta afaik

Thanks for the reply.. Just want to ask do u sell your extra flex? Thanks..
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Flex Cable for Xperia Play
narflynn619 said:
for the slider flex cable, SE glorietta 3 still doesn't have it, but they do have the digitizer.. i haven't checked yet with MemoXpress SM North EDSA if they have parts yet, people there are a bunch of pricks..
as for me, i bought 3 pieces of flex from UK (through a friend), and replaced my digitizer at glorietta 3..
PS, my flex are all OEM
PPS, housings are only acquired through ebay or glorietta afaik
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hi narflynn619. I went to SM MOA sony service center on sunday August 12. I made a reservation for a flex cable and lcd screen. they told me to wait for 2-3 weeks. well i guess i'll try to wait but i doubt if it would really take 2-3 weeks. In a matter of 4 weeks i would be working at Ilocos province and i dont know if my phone would get fixed by then. It makes me mad to have bought this phone, im so disappointed. I cant use my phone right now and i am forced to buy a temporary cellphone to place my SIM. How much did you buy your flex cable? Would you be kind enough to sell your extra flex cable for xperia play please.

AudiTour said:
hi narflynn619. I went to SM MOA sony service center on sunday August 12. I made a reservation for a flex cable and lcd screen. they told me to wait for 2-3 weeks. well i guess i'll try to wait but i doubt if it would really take 2-3 weeks. In a matter of 4 weeks i would be working at Ilocos province and i dont know if my phone would get fixed by then. It makes me mad to have bought this phone, im so disappointed. I cant use my phone right now and i am forced to buy a temporary cellphone to place my SIM. How much did you buy your flex cable? Would you be kind enough to sell your extra flex cable for xperia play please.
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Sir how much does the slider flex in MOA? And also did you pay for reservation? Thanks
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bjo12 said:
Sir how much does the slider flex in MOA? And also did you pay for reservation? Thanks
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You need not pay for the reservation if you would request for flex cable and screen, provided, you are covered by the product's warranty.
I also went to SM North Edsa lately. They did'nt even bother to take the phone for diagnosis. I just told the attendant of the "grainy screen freeze appearance", and voila... she told me there is a need to replace the flex cables. (well i dont know either if she's right) I didnt bother entrusting my phone to them though i requested for a flex cable and new screen too. The attendant got me pissed off! She gives no "assurance" of a positive solution. She says, "the flex and screen may arrive in 2-3 weeks, (common statement, like a template) but usually goes beyond that, depending upon the availability of the item from the source, no definite time, just call us often for follow up".
Well of course, she's right. But a WARRANTY is a WARRANTY. There should always be available items for warranty covered parts that can be delivered within a DEFINITE period. SONY, you gave us warranty! Warranty for what! Like selling false HOPE! Why not give customers a definite answer!
(Im sorry im not yelling at you) I was just mad about my phone, being so f*****g frustrating.
Maybe i'll try going to Glorietta 3 tomorrow. I hope they would be more professional in dealing with this. Im trying to look for those accessories at e-bay but i dont have a paypal account..
I guess i might turn up asking for a replacement of the unit if not solved. I have availed of the 3-year extended warranty upon purchase. Though I prefer Xperia Play over Arc S (arc goes down to almost 16,000.00 to 19,000.00 per unit now). So if i could get a fair replacement, i would give up my PLAY.

AudiTour said:
hi narflynn619. I went to SM MOA sony service center on sunday August 12. I made a reservation for a flex cable and lcd screen. they told me to wait for 2-3 weeks. well i guess i'll try to wait but i doubt if it would really take 2-3 weeks. In a matter of 4 weeks i would be working at Ilocos province and i dont know if my phone would get fixed by then. It makes me mad to have bought this phone, im so disappointed. I cant use my phone right now and i am forced to buy a temporary cellphone to place my SIM. How much did you buy your flex cable? Would you be kind enough to sell your extra flex cable for xperia play please.
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First off, are you a native of Region 1 or just going there to work? I live permanently in La Union, first province just before Ilocos Sur, but I live in Quezon City right now because of my job.
Good luck with that (sarcastic). Like I told you, they're a bunch of soulless pricks who seem to have universal replies to customers in almost all of their branches. See I told you SM NORTH EDSA BRANCH will only drop turd on you! The best branch I've been so far was Glorietta 3. They are very accommodative, willing to help, and friendly I even made friends with one of their technicians.
As for the slider flex, I only have 1 piece remaining and I'm sorry I'm reserving it for the "incoming crisis" (since I noticed that OEM flex for the Xperia PLAY only lasts 5-7 months, I'm disappointed but I'm really in love with my phone right now).
It's just unbelievable that after buying my Xperia PLAY May last year, it had undergone already three repairs in just one year (two repairs for the slider flex and one for the digitizer). I'm hoping the new digitizer and flex cable will now last, as I am soooooooooooo careful in opening and closing the gamepad.
PS, the slider flex cost me around PhP800.00 per piece, converted from UK Pounds.

i have full housing in white if your interested

Does it include digitizer? How much would it cost?

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Does it include digitizer? How much would it cost?
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no digitizer, if your still interested i will list a price

How much? Knowing the price FIRST makes buyers PROBABLY interested.

silvacrest said:
no digitizer, if your still interested i will list a price
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How much is your full housing? Original Sony?
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Housing for Xperia Play
silvacrest said:
i have full housing in white if your interested
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Hi, I'm interested to buy the full housing. Gamit ko ngaun yung xperia play na orange, kaso sobrang basag basag na yung housing. Magkano yung Full housing mo? may ibang kulay ka ba aside from white?

$20 shipped locally (United kingdom)
$25 shipped internationally

mimacheda said:
Hi, I'm interested to buy the full housing. Gamit ko ngaun yung xperia play na orange, kaso sobrang basag basag na yung housing. Magkano yung Full housing mo? may ibang kulay ka ba aside from white?
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dude, ENglish please..

Sir narflynn do u stil have your spare flex? Tnx
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yes i do but i'm saving it for future crises.. read 7th POST on this thread for my testimonial why i'm saving it..

Another Phone up for parts
Hi,
I have a play in India, whose slide flex cable is damaged. All other parts are working perfectly.
Looking to sell. Please contact if interested.

Wow, I didn't know the flex cable breaks within 5-7 months. Guess I've just been lucky with my 11 month xp.

Ure a lucky KID.

[HELP] New Display LCD purchase recommendations

Hello:
I wanted to know if any of you knows of a good seller on ebay or any other place thats not amazon where i can buy a new lcd screen replacement for my ze551ml, i was trying to purchase one and i notice some ads doesnt have the logo and i wanted one with the logo on it, or maybe its just that they erase the logo to be able to sell it?
Well if anyone knows of a good seller or can pass me the link for one please tell me.
Thanks in advance!

If it's any help, I've bought several LCDs and/or front glass for various phone over the years. Some sellers black out the brand names in pictures. (Even if the item ships with a logo.) A lot of replacement glass has arrived with a black sticker covering the "Samsung" (or whatever) logo. I can only assume this is for copyright protection, limiting sellers' liability for any push back against parts sold outside of "official" channels, and/or 3rd party replacements.
Just because it's missing from the pics doesn't mean the replacement won't have it. May be worth emailing the seller(s)?

yoelnico said:
Hello:
I wanted to know if any of you knows of a good seller on ebay or any other place thats not amazon where i can buy a new lcd screen replacement for my ze551ml, i was trying to purchase one and i notice some ads doesnt have the logo and i wanted one with the logo on it, or maybe its just that they erase the logo to be able to sell it?
Well if anyone knows of a good seller or can pass me the link for one please tell me.
Thanks in advance!
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as awoolf said. you must not worry about brand logo it is always written whether shown on image or not. here are few recommendations. from where ever you buy buy screen with frame. with frame it is super easy to replace and not much difference in price. without frame i have broken new screen replacement many time. second if you can wait always buy from china. especially from aliexpress. they send quality product with cheap price. last week i got one for ZE551ML for $23. it came with glasss screen guard and tools. it took 12 days to reach me from order date. use app to order screen. as a new user you may get $2 or $4 coupon. but keep in mind from wherever you order get it with frame. here is a link which i bought.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tested-Warranty-LCD-For-Asus-Zenfone-2-Ze551ml-Display-Touch-Screen-with-Frame-Digitizer-For-Asus/32823303482.html?spm=2114.search0104.3.2.56soA2&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_4_10152_10065_10151_10068_10130_5400012_10307_10137_10060_10155_10154_10056_5370012_10055_10054_10059_5380012_100031_10099_5410012_10103_10102_5430012_10052_10053_10142_10107_10050_10051_10324_10325_10326_10084_10083_5440012_10080_10082_10081_10178_10110_10111_5390012_10112_10113_10114_5450012_10312_10313_10314_10315_10316_10078_10079_10073_5420012-10110,searchweb201603_1,ppcSwitch_2&btsid=967f9e97-8c9b-419f-a2c9-a7e7fe3432bd&algo_expid=fd8b99b8-6736-4414-aff1-26a8f735e553-0&algo_pvid=fd8b99b8-6736-4414-aff1-26a8f735e553

But wouldn't the sellers on Ebay and such be some sort of knockoffs ? Because I need an LCD, mine is a little bit cracked, but I dont wan't a chinese low quality copy. I would like genuine ASUS parts!

I just bought a replacement from this seller works flawlessly eBay
•No dead pixels
•Asus Logo on the front
•No digitizer issues
•2 day shipping
I love my zenfone 2 all over again after installing this new screen its actually a very easy fix as well.

PedroCaseiro said:
But wouldn't the sellers on Ebay and such be some sort of knockoffs ? Because I need an LCD, mine is a little bit cracked, but I dont wan't a chinese low quality copy. I would like genuine ASUS parts!
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buddy you need to understand from where ever you buy weather said to be original. it will be a copy. untill you buy directly from asus service center. all so called genuine are copy. asus issue original part only on a RMA to service center only.
as per quality is concerned either you buy from ebay, amazon or local sellers. it will ultimately come from china. i have purchased several LCD's from china had no issue and no one could differentiate it from original.

sukhwant717 said:
buddy you need to understand from where ever you buy weather said to be original. it will be a copy. untill you buy directly from asus service center. all so called genuine are copy. asus issue original part only on a RMA to service center only.
as per quality is concerned either you buy from ebay, amazon or local sellers. it will ultimately come from china. i have purchased several LCD's from china had no issue and no one could differentiate it from original.
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Ah, okay I understand. It's because I want the best for phone. Because it is always worthy to spend a few more on good quality parts than bad quality ones that break after a while
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PedroCaseiro said:
Ah, okay I understand. It's because I want the best for phone. Because it is always worthy to spend a few more on good quality parts than bad quality ones that break after a while
Sent from my Asus ZenFone 2 using XDA Labs
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Had a replacement screen from China via eBay and bought the screen, digitizer and frame all in one for around $30 and no issues at all
Original one died, had the lines through it
So in essence why go original when the original stuffed up.
So happily went with one that offered good warranty and all worked out well
Had bought a second screen and frame also
So have a full frame spare and essentially glass as well
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I also have the infamous tearing lines on mine, I ordered this screen with frame so no glueing or things like this
https://www.aliexpress.com/snapshot/0.html?orderId=86319706999709&productId=32823303482
Should take 15 minutes to install.
EDIT: I realized I bought the same one as @sukhwant717

I received mine, looks like great quality, easy to install too ?

Magister54 said:
I received mine, looks like great quality, easy to install too
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