[Q] How hard is it to change from Grey to white? - AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II

As the title states, I have a titanium Grey note 2 but I really want the white...
Any ideas as to how hard it is to change the housing from Grey to white and where to find a legit oem housing?
Thanks guys!
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All that for a different color? If you are going that route why not just get a "CRAZY" customizable paint job on it?
Lol personaly I dont use a case maybe I should look into this. cheers
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Well since I'm not getting too many replies just yet... Does anybody know if the n7100 has the same dimensions or housing as the i317?
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I got warranty to switch my color as a one time courtesy. Perhaps you can accomplish the same. However, you realize that just the back housing module wont make the sphone white right ;p youve still got to get the screen

hapticxchaos said:
I got warranty to switch my color as a one time courtesy. Perhaps you can accomplish the same. However, you realize that just the back housing module wont make the sphone white right ;p youve still got to get the screen
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On the flip side, all I'd need is the bumper and faceplate correct?
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shawnj0 said:
As the title states, I have a titanium Grey note 2 but I really want the white...
Any ideas as to how hard it is to change the housing from Grey to white and where to find a legit oem housing?
Thanks guys!
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where are you located? I really want a grey one.

Prob would be easier to get it vinyl wrapped or something.
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outkast22 said:
where are you located? I really want a grey one.
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I sent you a PM

Still looking if anyone has one or knows where I could find the parts!
Thanks!
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Have u looked on ebay?
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twanskys204 said:
Have u looked on ebay?
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Hehe oh wow ill check there!
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shawnj0 said:
Hehe oh wow ill check there!
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Does anyone know though if the N7100 is the same form factor/dimensions as the SGH-i317?
Thanks!
There is only mostly grey replacement parts on ebay unfortunately.
But I'll keep looking.

I belive they are the same
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twanskys204 said:
I belive they are the same
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Looking at pictures they look similar but I can't be sure.
Don't want to waste my money if i don't have to really.
Sigh.
Ebay is pretty useless for White Replacement parts (front cover, middle and back)
But amazon is a lil better however only has replacement parts for the N7100

Well they are the exact same hardware so im sure it will work
...personaly I dont think it would be worth it...all for white? The s4 will be out soon anyway lol
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twanskys204 said:
Well they are the exact same hardware so im sure it will work
...personaly I dont think it would be worth it...all for white? The s4 will be out soon anyway lol
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better have a similar screen size
Yeah Idk man I'm just going on a whim here can't find many people in Toronto that want to trade for an Unlocked, almost perfect condition Note 2 16GB Grey.....
Oh well. I'm forced (haha) to buy the parts!

I think its because people dont think its worth ot to trade devices with a stranger just cause they want a different color?
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Well the cheapest way would be to find a white battery cover and then buy one of these glass screen protectors.
http://www.xgearlive.com/products/android/samsung/voyager-2
They're really nice and made out of glass, just buy the white one.

RacecarBMW said:
Well the cheapest way would be to find a white battery cover and then buy one of these glass screen protectors.
http://www.xgearlive.com/products/android/samsung/voyager-2
They're really nice and made out of glass, just buy the white one.
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Not only is this the cheapest way to accomplish this, but it's also the least invasive and least time consuming. I'd definitely recommend this as well to the OP.

krwkenn said:
Not only is this the cheapest way to accomplish this, but it's also the least invasive and least time consuming. I'd definitely recommend this as well to the OP.
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RacecarBMW said:
Well the cheapest way would be to find a white battery cover and then buy one of these glass screen protectors.
http://www.xgearlive.com/products/android/samsung/voyager-2
They're really nice and made out of glass, just buy the white one.
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Thank you so much.
The only thing though is that they're OOS.
Cheaper than that is something I found here:
http://www.tvc-mall.com/details/Fro...ng-Galaxy-Note-ii-N7100-White-SAML-N7100-04A/

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White Galaxy S2 for T-Mobile!

http://m.engadget.com/default/artic...g-in-ti/&category=classic&icid=eng_latest_art
sexyyyyyyyyy!!
My girl would love that. Maybe that will be enough for her to give up her pos sk4g.
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Ah you beat me to it. I dk. It looks really bright. I feel that I would scratch it. I had the white amaze and was ocd about cleaning it because lint and dust would be easily noticeable on the white finish.
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Haha ya its feminine but its sexy as hell and something different and the chrome goes perfect with it. ALSO i wonder if the white would turn yellowish like some of the iphones because of the heat...
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phewizzo said:
http://m.engadget.com/default/artic...g-in-ti/&category=classic&icid=eng_latest_art
sexyyyyyyyyy!!
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Sad part is as much as I want white, I don't know if I'd be willing to go through a few more units to find one with a good screen..
Maybe someone will offer the white color kits like they did with the iphone 4 a year ago.
In that case, I'd be down to have a white Galaxy S2. I think it looks hot especially with the right case!
Wow. Just today i was considering buying a white i9100 on Craigslist for $400. Good thing i decided to check out the forums first. I'm definitely going to get this one.
tiguy99 said:
Sad part is as much as I want white, I don't know if I'd be willing to go through a few more units to find one with a good screen..
Maybe someone will offer the white color kits like they did with the iphone 4 a year ago.
In that case, I'd be down to have a white Galaxy S2. I think it looks hot especially with the right case!
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Oh kits would be amazing... colorware pc is to damn expensive.
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Whites not that hard to keep clean, and it looks freaking nice! Damn I wish I didn't already have my black GSII lol oh well
They have white cases, so saves me money if I really want one. Other than color, it's the same phone.
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They have white cases, so saves me money if I really want one. Other than color, it's the same phone.
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When you say white case, do you mean like a phone case to protect the phone itself or are you saying that the white kits are available now?
If they are, that's what I want for Christmas lol
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Darmokk said:
Whites not that hard to keep clean, and it looks freaking nice! Damn I wish I didn't already have my black GSII lol oh well
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LOL Tell me about it
Idk about a kit. I meant just a case to protect the phone. I've seen done white gel and the hard ones.
tiguy99 said:
When you say white case, do you mean like a phone case to protect the phone itself or are you saying that the white kits are available now?
If they are, that's what I want for Christmas lol
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LOL Tell me about it
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i also dig the white t989... i really liked the white i9100 too but sort of regret getting the black t989 now. i have the white D30 case though, and it looks great.
i wonder if they'll sell white housings on ebay. those used to be so easy to find back in the day (think Nokia and Sony Ericsson pre-smart phones)... but now they're a rare commodity.
Ugh! I'm going to try to trade out my black one for a white one!
You mean go to the store and trade it out or trade with someone on craigslist? Let us know how that goes.
cashyftw said:
Ugh! I'm going to try to trade out my black one for a white one!
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Darmokk said:
Whites not that hard to keep clean, and it looks freaking nice! Damn I wish I didn't already have my black GSII lol oh well
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Idk about a kit. I meant just a case to protect the phone. I've seen done white gel and the hard ones.
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If they sell the white kits, I'd be willing to do the conversion. I was one of the first to convert my iphone 4 to white a year ago.
I got stopped everywhere I went bc folks wanted to know where I got the white iphone lol
I must have got a good batch of parts to work with because even when I sold it no one knew it was customized.
I'd be willing to go down this road again vs. going through the trouble of selling my phone with a good screen and praying I find another one like it
Do yall think the white SGS2 will have the screen issues?
looks awesome
Probably. This one just came out. White coming out so soon, probably same production issues.
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Do yall think the white SGS2 will have the screen issues?
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Wonder If I can trade it in...??
Hahaha i just got mine T989 two days ago, i guess I'll be returning mine and waiting for this. Maybe the screen issue will be fixed on the white one, ya never know...

White GN

White Galaxy nexus at $399, I am wondering if it discolors..
Since it's plastic and white.
Anyone knows?
Thanks!
I've had the white Nexus S before buying the GNEX =] and even tho I kept it in a case its whole life... its still White
- Google
Talking about naked. No case.
Mine hasn't discolored at all.
No, does not discolor at all. Had it for about 3 months now. Used a case & had it naked , either way, still bright white
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Are you in the US???? How did you get the white one I looked on google the for 399.00 and didn't see it I wanted white just bought mine Friday will send it back if o can get the white
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dislplin01 said:
Are you in the US???? How did you get the white one I looked on google the for 399.00 and didn't see it I wanted white just bought mine Friday will send it back if o can get the white
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You can't get the white one from Google.
"Long is the way, and hard, that out of hell leads up to light."
joshnichols189 said:
You can't get the white one from Google.
"Long is the way, and hard, that out of hell leads up to light."
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Yea I didn't think so thought I would ask tho I was thinking I would get a housing and replace it myself but I am worried it won't fit right and to take my phone apart like that doesbt sit well with me
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dislplin01 said:
Are you in the US???? How did you get the white one I looked on google the for 399.00 and didn't see it I wanted white just bought mine Friday will send it back if o can get the white
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007870GVG/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER
$420, no tax, free shipping, and all other benefits that purchasing from amazon entails.
dislplin01 said:
Yea I didn't think so thought I would ask tho I was thinking I would get a housing and replace it myself but I am worried it won't fit right and to take my phone apart like that doesbt sit well with me
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Buying the housing and replacing it over a grey model costs more than just buying a white one.
The white in Newegg is only $399.
nitrogen618 said:
The white in Newegg is only $399.
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With no warranty through Google.
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Buying the housing and replacing it over a grey model costs more than just buying a white one.
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Ya I wanted it from google easier to return for warenty than from amazon maybe a dumb idea but seemed like a better idea ANYWAY I already ordered it and will be here Tuesday so is cool I will live with it, while I am here has anyone actually replaced the housing on the US google 399 gsm phone ????????????????
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dislplin01 said:
Ya I wanted it from google easier to return for warenty than from amazon maybe a dumb idea but seemed like a better idea ANYWAY I already ordered it and will be here Tuesday so is cool I will live with it, while I am here has anyone actually replaced the housing on the US google 399 gsm phone ????????????????
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It is the same as replacing it on every other GSM Galaxy Nexus.
joshnichols189 said:
It is the same as replacing it on every other GSM Galaxy Nexus.
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I know im just asking for those that have replaced it with a white one what was there experience Any problems any thing I should watch out for that type of thing I have not even got the phone yet so I am not doing it any time soon I'm just wondering if it is worth it..... I know it looks cool but if I have a volume button that doesn't work or some strange gap between my screen then I don't want it you know??? That's what I am asking ?????
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Look in the Accessories forum. There are threads there about it.
"Long is the way, and hard, that out of hell leads up to light."
joshnichols189 said:
Look in the Accessories forum. There are threads there about it.
"Long is the way, and hard, that out of hell leads up to light."
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I know dude I have been around xda for a minute but while I have have people's attention, those treads in accessories tend to be mis infornened and hard to fallow with all the useless post this thread is new and like to just ask advice and see what others experiance is that's all man no need for the guide him to the light quote its not nessasary for this thanks
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dislplin01 said:
I know dude I have been around xda for a minute but while I have have people's attention, those treads in accessories tend to be mis infornened and hard to fallow with all the useless post this thread is new and like to just ask advice and see what others experiance is that's all man no need for the guide him to the light quote its not nessasary for this thanks
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That's my signature on my phone d00d.
mine is also naked since the day I bought and its still white!
I also have the White model and I love it =))

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.
without further adieu
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?
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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.
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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.
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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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The glass is just glass. no electronics at all.
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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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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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Changing GS3 Colors

I've hated the blue from day 1. Now that there is a black variant, I'm trying to find a black shell so I can change the color. I've been searching but no luck so far. Has anyone else seen any floating around?
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I've hated the blue from day 1. Now that there is a black variant, I'm trying to find a black shell so I can change the color. I've been searching but no luck so far. Has anyone else seen any floating around?
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There is a treat some where here with a link. They run about $299.:banghead: too much. Just get a flip cover.
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cnn.cn
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jhgti said:
There is a treat some where here with a link. They run about $299.:banghead: too much. Just get a flip cover.
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Does that come with the screen or something? I'm just looking for the plastic shell with no components. I can't imagine it being more than about $30.
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That address makes me nervous.
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Does that come with the screen or something? I'm just looking for the plastic shell with no components. I can't imagine it being more than about $30.
That address makes me nervous.
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Don't be. I've used them numerous times over the years. They have quality stuff on there for good prices.
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Don't be. I've used them numerous times over the years. They have quality stuff on there for good prices.
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No luck there anyway. Just battery covers.
EDIT: Now that I look closely at repair videos, it looks like the glass is glued to the frame. Swapping it out isn't trivial and risks damaging the screen. Damn.
Yea, the colored part that you see on the front is where the glass is adhered to the metal frame. as you said, it can be done, but it's not exactly easy. I'm just glad i got the blue instead of the white one.
Looks like I'll have to find someone local to trade with
i did it for.my gf.. bought a white one, chaanged the front glass to pink. and battery cover to pink, then added a pink battery cover. now shes happy lol.
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I swapped my white to blue lol.
Cost 250 or so.
Probably going to get a 1x next though.
I want Titanium Grey

Transform HTC One Silver (VZW) to HTC One Black

Anyone know how I can change a HTC One Silver to Black for VZW? I see they have back housings in black on eBay, but do they have a front? Is it fairly difficult to do? I'm not looking for a skin. I really love the black HTC One. Its a shame VZW didn't get it. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
cg2006 said:
Anyone know how I can change a HTC One Silver to Black for VZW? I see they have back housings in black on eBay, but do they have a front? Is it fairly difficult to do? I'm not looking for a skin. I really love the black HTC One. Its a shame VZW didn't get it. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
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The HTC One has a unibody enclosure. I think it's safe to say that it's impossible unless you plan on gutting the phone.
cg2006 said:
Anyone know how I can change a HTC One Silver to Black for VZW? I see they have back housings in black on eBay, but do they have a front? Is it fairly difficult to do? I'm not looking for a skin. I really love the black HTC One. Its a shame VZW didn't get it. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
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You might as well hit the phone with a hammer. This phones got the lowest repair score of any phone. A 1... Is almost impossible to take it appart without damaging it in some way.
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Order from here - http://www.etradesupply.com/htc/android-models/htc-one-m7.html
Good Luck!
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Order from here - http://www.etradesupply.com/htc/android-models/htc-one-m7.html
Good Luck!
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Which one is for verizon?
juanshop said:
You might as well hit the phone with a hammer. This phones got the lowest repair score of any phone. A 1... Is almost impossible to take it appart without damaging it in some way.
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it requires a special tool to take it apart. but if they want to change the front and back of the phone, they will need to replace the screen as its 1 piece for the whole front so this means wreak the LCD anyways.
http://www.etradesupply.com/blog/how-to-tear-down-your-htc-one/
it's not going to be a "cheap" color change and you're better off not doing it unless you want to spend the money.
synisterwolf said:
it requires a special tool to take it apart. but if they want to change the front and back of the phone, they will need to replace the screen as its 1 piece for the whole front so this means wreak the LCD anyways.
http://www.etradesupply.com/blog/how-to-tear-down-your-htc-one/
it's not going to be a "cheap" color change and you're better off not doing it unless you want to spend the money.
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Anyone spends money how they think is necessary/ appropriate, but this phone is simply not designed to be taken apart and attempting to disassemble seems absurd. Money wise makes no sense, you need to buy the back first, and then you need to buy and replace the whole front end... Then you run the risk of completely breaking the device. Oh and not counting that your warranty is completely voided... Seriously. Makes no sense at all. Sell the phone and get a phone with the color you want.
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juanshop said:
Anyone spends money how they think is necessary/ appropriate, but this phone is simply not designed to be taken apart and attempting to disassemble seems absurd. Money wise makes no sense, you need to buy the back first, and then you need to buy and replace the whole front end... Then you run the risk of completely breaking the device. Oh and not counting that your warranty is completely voided... Seriously. Makes no sense at all. Sell the phone and get a phone with the color you want.
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agreed, spray paint or even a vinyl would be a "safer" alternative.
Easiest way would be to look @ your phone through very dark glasses.
Opening the phone will also void your warranty. Just get yourself a nice case in the color you want. It will be MUCH less hassle.
good luck!
cg2006 said:
Anyone know how I can change a HTC One Silver to Black for VZW? I see they have back housings in black on eBay, but do they have a front? Is it fairly difficult to do? I'm not looking for a skin. I really love the black HTC One. Its a shame VZW didn't get it. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
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Look, TMO doesn't offer black either. So I ordered a black TPU case. It covers up just about the entire phone. Most people seeing me use the phone would think it is black with silver highlights. I'd do that for $10 before I'd attempt to swap out the housing.
Good luck!
What if you housing is already really messed up with scratches dings and all that could you replace it then
Gs0230 said:
What if you housing is already really messed up with scratches dings and all that could you replace it then
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You should buy one of the skin kits that makes it look black.
http://www.slickwraps.com/HTC-One-Carbon-Fiber-Black-p/sw-one-cfblk.htm
There are many companies that makes skins so search for a good one or kind you like.
All i can say is I OWN A BLACK HTC ONE and it looks AMAZING.
khandelwalsiddharth said:
All i can say is I OWN A BLACK HTC ONE and it looks AMAZING.
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On verizon
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So I did it and it looks great
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Gs0230 said:
So I did it and it looks great
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How did you do it?
alekurkudi said:
How did you do it?
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Lol same question from my side as well
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alekurkudi said:
How did you do it?
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Blood sweat tears and lots of heat from a hear pad like this
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