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[Q] Broke my screen, anyone have a good place to reccomend for parts?

It's the T989, I just want to buy the whole front piece including the LCD, any help would be appreciated and yes I already looked on ebay
Thanks

I had to replace my s2 screen unfortunately it cost me nearly as much as my s2 :-( I chose ebay
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Any unlocking cell shop in Florida can carry the devices parts. Might have to wait a few days but by then it would be cheaper than getting a new phone
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fmartine said:
I had to replace my s2 screen unfortunately it cost me nearly as much as my s2 :-( I chose ebay
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It's about $170 on ebay, hopefully its OEM
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Any unlocking cell shop in Florida can carry the devices parts. Might have to wait a few days but by then it would be cheaper than getting a new phone
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That's a good idea I'll check with my guy tomorrow thanks

Look around in Craigslist as well they have ads for that around that area
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My parts guy is getting the whole front end including bezel for $200, but my phone will look like a zebra because the front is black lol

How much would it cost u for replacement? Thats kinda high ,here on my end they charge about $100
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datrapstar said:
How much would it cost u for replacement? Thats kinda high ,here on my end they charge about $100
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I don't have insurance for t-mobile, I use simple, so I have to buy the part straight out I guess

Ahh that sucks. But my opinion, I rather buy another one just to have . Extra battery which is how I got mines. Paid 100$ and it came with a battery charger and 2 batteries included. Someone was hurting for money I guess. I didnt inspect it or nothing. Had water damage. Sent it in to tmo and the sent me another one for an extra 20$. Can't beat it for the price I paid
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datrapstar said:
Ahh that sucks. But my opinion, I rather buy another one just to have . Extra battery which is how I got mines. Paid 100$ and it came with a battery charger and 2 batteries included. Someone was hurting for money I guess. I didnt inspect it or nothing. Had water damage. Sent it in to tmo and the sent me another one for an extra 20$. Can't beat it for the price I paid
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true, I'm going to have to see if I can find a stronger case, if not, I might just go buy a commando for verizon, these phones are getting to expensive to repair these days

screen replacement?

I dropped my phone and shattered the screen. Everything still works fine, but obviously the cracks are obnoxious.
It is my understanding that you really have to replace the AMOLED/Digitizer/Glass at once since it is nearly impossible to separate the glass from the assembly without destroying it.
So my question to those of you who have replaced yours, where is the best place to get the screen assembly? What is a fair price?
I was going to file a claim against the insurance until I saw that the deductible was $130. Used phones can often be had at that price or less, so I think I need to ditch the insurance.
Any advice is appreciated.
another question...
is the screen assembly from the T959V interchangeable with the screen assembly from the Vibrant?

The screen assembly is going to be around $100-115, might as well get a new one through the deductible.
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theking_13 said:
The screen assembly is going to be around $100-115, might as well get a new one through the deductible.
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Just look on your local Craigslist. Getting one for $65 tomorrow.
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jt.61 said:
Just look on your local Craigslist. Getting one for $65 tomorrow.
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I have been looking, but the only response I got to one was some bs about buying from some obscure auction site. Seems to be a shortage of used Vibrants here in OKC.

Sell you mine for 50 bucks, pay via chase quickpay
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Going out of business sale!!!!

Sadly due to some personal issues I will no longer be able to take orders.
I do however have some parts left mainly S4 stuff. It's been great doing business here and props to the mods for letting me do so.
I will fill any remaining orders I have pending then sell my stocked items.
I'll still be here on xda just on the HTC One forums. Thank you all for your business
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In India or China you may be able to find someone willing to buy body parts, but it is highly illegal.
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Hahahahaha! Funny. I think they mainly buy organs, though, which would be comparable to motherboards. Just looking to sell faces, backs and arms. ;p

No one ever seems to go to the market . I have my small inventory of parts here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1868947

I need a replacement screen. Please let me know what you are selling them for because I recently shattered mine.

xDecapitator said:
I need a replacement screen. Please let me know what you are selling them for because I recently shattered mine.
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Which phone do you need a screen for?

Speed bump

tuscani1821 said:
Which phone do you need a screen for?
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Epic 4G Touch

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Epic 4G Touch
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$50
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Okay so currently my sales are kinda slow. So for a short while I will donate $5 to anyone who refers a sale to me over $50. Once I receive payment from the buyer i will pay the person who referred the sale. The buyer must mention who referred as well. I will also give the buyer a $5 discount on their purchase.
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Tried to get to your link... Was asked to sign in which I did but nothing came up...
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cd7 said:
Tried to get to your link... Was asked to sign in which I did but nothing came up...
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That's strange. I'll Pm you my inventory.

I have alot of sells and no problems from craigslist.... You want to sell.. Do what needs to be done other wise you'll just be holding on to you parts for awhile... Craigslist works
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bluedevils2003 said:
I have alot of sells and no problems from craigslist.... You want to sell.. Do what needs to be done other wise you'll just be holding on to you parts for awhile... Craigslist works
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Yeah, I just prefer to ship it on my own time instead of having to meet up. I think it's just no one really goes to the market place. I've gotten way more views on this thread than any one that I've posted in the marketplace.

I've got parts for the epic 4G Touch, Galaxy SIII and the HTC EVO 4G LTE all OEM, all in working order.
Epic 4G Touch parts:
2 white screens - $50/ea
3 white housings - $20/ea
1 black housing - $20
2 black battery covers - $10/ea
3 white battery covers - $10/ea
1 battery - $20
Galaxy SIII
2 white battery covers - $10/ea
1 battery - $20
HTC EVO 4G LTE parts:
1 black screen - $80
4 black housings - $20/ea
8 black tops - $20/ea
3 batteries - $20/ea
Pm me if you're serious about buying. I cover shipping so all these prices are what you'd be paying. I do not cover return shipping.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1868947
Is where I keep my inventory updated.

$10 for a battery cover? Are you serious?
Where do you get these parts? I would imagine you are a Sprint tech that gets to take home some extra parts?
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Mattix724 said:
$10 for a battery cover? Are you serious?
Where do you get these parts? I would imagine you are a Sprint tech that gets to take home some extra parts?
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Haha nope. I would get fired if I did that. It's pretty easy to get a hold of broken phones and still come out with a profit. But yeah I do have a good inventory of good parts.
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What is your screen condition for the E4GT?
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locoboi187 said:
What is your screen condition for the E4GT?
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Flawless and fully functional
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Just got more white screens
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The sad story of a Broken Screen and no options...

Alright, so the unthinkable happened. Yes, I dropped my beloved Note II. Less than two weeks into owning it, too.
The drop was about 2 feet and landed on my foot, then bounced onto a tile floor (yeah, I know). The fall was light and hardly made a sound, but alas I now have a spiderweb originating on the left side of my screen. It's not too bad but here are some pictures so you know the kind of damage that can befall your phones.
It was VERY difficult to take pictures of, but it's easy to see under a light. I just thought some of you might want to know how easily the screen can be broken.
If anyone has any advice on dealing with this, It would be greatly appreciated.
P.S. I'm in Canada with Bell, and have their smartphone premium care plan. I haven't spoken to anyone yet as this happened this evening, but it looks like it only covers accidental damage resulting in failure, for which i have to pay 150$ for a new phone (that seems to be the only option). So for now I think I'm stuck with a very sadly broken screen. If anyone cares, I'll update later after I talk to them.

I have same plan with Bell. You will be covered. Just have to pay the $150 on your next bill and send in your old one. My daughter dropped a 3 week old bold 9900 into the toilet and it was covered!
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http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trk...+note+2+replacement+screen&_sacat=0&_from=R40
Damn man sorry to hear that. I've only done iphone screen replacements so not sure how difficult these are to replace but here are some you can pick up if your comfortable doing this kind of stuff.
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same happened to mine today but the damage is much worse.
If anyone has experience with repair options I'd love to hear about it.

I got mine on release day, and the guy in the store took their demonstrator to lunch and dropped it. Cracked the screen on the corner.

I replaced the screen on my Inspire and it wasn't too bad. I watched the video of replacing on the GN2 and it looked quite a bit easier, so I think you would be fine trying to replace yours. Good luck

Too funny. I did the same yesterday. Had it sitting on my wallet face down on the kitchen table and it slid. I caught it with my legs, rolled off my foot and hit the ground. About a 6 inch fall at most. Two big cracks and a chip. Two generations of notes, two broken screens Haha.
Have a square trade warranty and the phone actually functions like normal so there is at least that.
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Forgot to add this excellent site http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Galaxy+Note+2+-+N7100+Complete+Disassembly+&+Assembly/11811/1 Its where I learned how to do idevices.
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I got the AT&T protection plan for just 10 bucks more, covers everything...... EVERYTHING!
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http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trk...+note+2+replacement+screen&_sacat=0&_from=R40
Damn man sorry to hear that. I've only done iphone screen replacements so not sure how difficult these are to replace but here are some you can pick up if your comfortable doing this kind of stuff.
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The problem is that I'm not sure if it's just the glass on the front that's broken, or the OLED/ touch panel itself (since I believe it is a single panel on this phone, right?), which is at minimum 200$ to order the part. I am entirely comfortable replacing it myself, though I don't want to pay that much if I can avoid it.
I'll take it to the Bell store tomorrow and see what they can do before doing anything else though.

SpectrumOnFire said:
The problem is that I'm not sure if it's just the glass on the front that's broken, or the OLED/ touch panel itself (since I believe it is a single panel on this phone, right?), which is at minimum 200$ to order the part. I am entirely comfortable replacing it myself, though I don't want to pay that much if I can avoid it.
I'll take it to the Bell store tomorrow and see what they can do before doing anything else though.
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If you can turn it on and see the OLED is providing images then its fine. The didgitizer is all you need to replace. The ifixit link is the best place to learn from. I replace screens on many phones and as long as you follow the golden rules your going to have a great repair experience.
1. Ask or search before you guess
2. NEVER EVER force anything. If it wont budge seems to require force. Check your sorce and ask first.
3. Double check all your connections
4. Keep a clean work space with plenty of light.
5. Stay geounded. (Usa a mat, strap, or whatever.)
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http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trk...+note+2+replacement+screen&_sacat=0&_from=R40
Damn man sorry to hear that. I've only done iphone screen replacements so not sure how difficult these are to replace but here are some you can pick up if your comfortable doing this kind of stuff.
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So the link in this post should be the piece I would buy? (Thanks 45ACP1911)

Just curious. Do any of you guys have a case on when the Note fell ?

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Just curious. Do any of you guys have a case on when the Note fell ?
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Nope, no case. Got the Samsung tpu case incoming now though for when I send it in for warranty repair.
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drochro said:
I got the AT&T protection plan for just 10 bucks more, covers everything...... EVERYTHING!
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10 dollars more... every month
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majorbgss said:
10 dollars more... every month
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Plus deductible of $200 I believe.
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That's why I waited to buy from Best Buy, it's$10/mo, but no deductible. You might get a refurb if they can't fix it, but at least it is free.
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Astom22 said:
That's why I waited to buy from Best Buy, it's$10/mo, but no deductible. You might get a refurb if they can't fix it, but at least it is free.
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Does at&t give you a new one if they can't fix?
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Plus deductible of $200 I believe.
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They have 2 insurance options
1) $7.00 - Insurance Only
2) $10.00 - Insurance + Better CS + GPS Location Services
When I was in the store to change sim cards, the in store rep told me only the $10.00 was available. However, when I called into AT&T CS, they allowed me to chose just the $7.00 option. $200.00 deductible still applies.
I believe it was covered in a previous thread, but Best Buy insurance does not cover lost or stolen phones.

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They have 2 insurance options
1) $7.00 - Insurance Only
2) $10.00 - Insurance + Better CS + GPS Location Services
When I was in the store to change sim cards, the in store rep told me only the $10.00 was available. However, when I called into AT&T CS, they allowed me to chose just the $7.00 option. $200.00 deductible still applies.
I believe it was covered in a previous thread, but Best Buy insurance does not cover lost or stolen phones.
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Yeah my wife got the same deal and looking online at the bill I lold and unchecked the extra $3 as I'm smart enough and don't need att's help in regards of setting anything up or any kind of usage.
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Cracked Screen

I apologize if this is in the wrong section, I didn't know whether or not it belonged in the Q&A section since it's not a problem with the actual phone.
Anyways, I have dropped my old electronics countless times and never suffered the consequence of having a cracked screen due to either having a case on or just complete luck. I dropped my GS4 yesterday (on my birthday too ) and of course...the screen ended up cracking. I had been waiting for my case to arrive and of course, it arrived when I got home later that day. The reason I'm posting this is because I would like to ask for help such as your opinions on what to do or how I could fix it in the cheapest way possible. I am a student in high school without a job so coming up with around $200-300 is something that would take months to do. Can any of you guys help or give me advice on what to do because I've never dealt with repairing or dealing with a cracked screen before. Thanks in advance!

Do you have insurance on the phone through T-Mo, or Sq. Trade?

Is the amoled cracked or just the outer glass
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W.Feather said:
Do you have insurance on the phone through T-Mo, or Sq. Trade?
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I pay insurance every month with T-Mobile
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rockstarar said:
Is the amoled cracked or just the outer glass
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How would I know? Im guessing the amoled being cracked would mean the display would start to malfunction but it hasn't so I think that its only the outer glass that is cracked
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Probably, just the outer glass. There are some good deals on ebay.
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How would I know? Im guessing the amoled being cracked would mean the display would start to malfunction but it hasn't so I think that its only the outer glass that is cracked
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Right on the money. Outer glass
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I was under the impression that the digitizer, display, and outer glass were glued together on this phone? Not 100% sure
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Probably, just the outer glass. There are some good deals on ebay.
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If I were to buy the outer glass, would I just replace it myself? Sorry if that was a dumb question, I just want to be sure of everything.
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Right on the money. Outer glass
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I was under the impression that the digitizer, display, and outer glass were glued together on this phone? Not 100% sure
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I thought that as well which is why I didn't even think of looking on eBay because I expected all three parts to be very costly
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Exactly. So you either pay a lot or have to deal with using a hairdryer to loosen glue and stuff...
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Exactly. So you either pay a lot or have to deal with using a hairdryer to loosen glue and stuff...
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Thanks for the help!
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Just do a claim in which case, pay the $100 deductible, get it fixed right while maintaining warranty coverage, no sense trying to fix it yourself, messing it up and loosing any coverage you currently have just to save ~50 bucks on a $650 phone ....

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Just do a claim in which case, pay the $100 deductible, get it fixed right while maintaining warranty coverage, no sense trying to fix it yourself, messing it up and loosing any coverage you currently have just to save ~50 bucks on a $650 phone ....
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I went to TMobile yesterday and they directed me towards Asurion and I filed a claim which they should reply to by today. However, I did some poking around on the Asurion website and saw that the deductible was $175 for the GS4 which is pretty steep for me.

not bad considering the first google search I found for a screen (granted its for the international version) is ~270, http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-sam...nd-digitizer-assembly-with-front-housing.html
and $350 at iFixandrepair
http://www.ifixandrepair.com/sam-galaxy-s4-lcdscreen
Sorry but your cheapest route is to take the deductible hit. Yes you can possibly "defuse" the digitizer/glass/screen, but chances are it will break....take it to a local store and get a quote for the fixing, and take the best option. I would say save slightly and get it fixed via insurance, as it will likely be the cheapest, and best for the end result (IE you dont break warranty / insurance coverage by getting the repair done yourself). Just my 2 cents.
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I went to TMobile yesterday and they directed me towards Asurion and I filed a claim which they should reply to by today. However, I did some poking around on the Asurion website and saw that the deductible was $175 for the GS4 which is pretty steep for me.
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