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Mytouch 4g housing??

so I was looking around amazon and I found that they have houseings already available for our phones..
http://www.amazon.com/ORIGINAL-HTC-..._1_5?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1294954472&sr=1-5

808HD2 said:
so I was looking around amazon and I found that they have houseings already available for our phones..
http://www.amazon.com/ORIGINAL-HTC-..._1_5?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1294954472&sr=1-5
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sadly, I only need two things for this phone: a new battery cover and a better screen (i got a bad one). Unfortunately this only comes with one of those things, and Im not pain $85 for a battery cover. (not sure Id know how to install a screen even if it DID have one).

jmwils3 said:
sadly, I only need two things for this phone: a new battery cover and a better screen (i got a bad one). Unfortunately this only comes with one of those things, and Im not pain $85 for a battery cover. (not sure Id know how to install a screen even if it DID have one).
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Lol yeah no screen just the body.. I seen ebay someone selling oem battery covers, dunno if its new tho.
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808HD2 said:
Lol yeah no screen just the body.. I seen ebay someone selling oem battery covers, dunno if its new tho.
Where? I'll even buy used, as long as its not all scratched and stuffed.
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jmwils3 said:
sadly, I only need two things for this phone: a new battery cover and a better screen (i got a bad one). Unfortunately this only comes with one of those things, and Im not pain $85 for a battery cover. (not sure Id know how to install a screen even if it DID have one).
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They're on Ebay for $79.95 +$4.99 shipping, you can save a couple of pennys.
Red and Black ONLY!

xs11e said:
They're on Ebay for $79.95 +$4.99 shipping, you can save a couple of pennys.
Red and Black ONLY!
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80 dollars for a COVER. Not the full housing, just the cover? thats ridiculous. Especially when my student account with amazon ships for free.

jmwils3 said:
80 dollars for a COVER. Not the full housing, just the cover? thats ridiculous. Especially when my student account with amazon ships for free.
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I found one for you but it expensive
http://cgi.ebay.com/ORIGINAL-T-MOBI..._Accessories&hash=item3a62449346#ht_575wt_967

808HD2 said:
I found one for you but it expensive
http://cgi.ebay.com/ORIGINAL-T-MOBI..._Accessories&hash=item3a62449346#ht_575wt_967
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yeah, but a heck of a lot better than $80. Ill message the seller and see if he might be willing to negotiate that price some, too. Who knows, some are.
Side note, anybody know of any skins that might cover over the small scratches on my backplate that might be cheaper than $40?

You could try some vynil skins/stickers? Easily found on Ebay too.
Or just get a case to cover it up.
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What the hell 85 buck... blah tmobile insurance cover the battery door if broken so I'm good
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If you have a malfunction of the housing due to manufacturer defect then you can return it for a replacement. My housing was squeaking around the buttons and I'm returning it for that reason, outside of the remorse period. But if your phone is less than one year old (which all of these are) it's covered by warranty. Call Tmo customer support and complain until they give you a new one.

I'd like one just to make it look better...
I'm thinking about getting this phone, and would like a white one IF it wasn't two shades of grey in the back.
I've replaced quite a few housings on phones I've owned (BB Pearl, T-Mo G1, and a T-Mo Mytouch) - my big hesitation would be disassembling a phone that's under warranty, which I haven't done before...
...but a little electroplating, and the metal pieces on the back could be copper color (and matching) instead of mismatched shades of grey.. plus white.. plus chrome on the front (which might also be able to be plated).
Don't know if it's worth $100 plus voiding my warranty... though I'm a big fan of customizing things...

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-HTC-Mytouch...408945?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1c18b217b1
Batter Cover

Vinsane said:
You could try some vynil skins/stickers? Easily found on Ebay too.
Or just get a case to cover it up.
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Got a skin for a few bucks now my entire phone is red. Thanks, bro!
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Atrix 4G Replacement Parts

Anyone know where I can buy replacement parts for the Atrix 4G?
I was able to pick up an Atrix 4G with a cracked screen (LCD is fine) for $315 on ebay.
Anyone have any parts source?

parts eh?
http://www.globaldirectparts.com/Motorola-ATRIX-4G-MB860-Touch-Screen-p/mot1039620.htm

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http://www.globaldirectparts.com/Motorola-ATRIX-4G-MB860-Touch-Screen-p/mot1039620.htm
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Haha that site requires him to buy a minimum of 3. At least we know he will have spares.

Nice, I think I'm going to hold out a week or two to see what happens but if not ill jump on it. If anyone else is looking for one of these let me know and I can order it and I would be down to split them up at cost and ship em if you paypal me. I'm paypal verified and have a 100+ ebay rep

wait, r u on at&t? if u r, why buy a used/damaged atrix for $315, which is 115 bucks more than a brand new one on contract? n on top of that, u still have to buy the replacement screen? just doesn't make sense right?

aquariuz23 said:
wait, r u on at&t? if u r, why buy a used/damaged atrix for $315, which is 115 bucks more than a brand new one on contract? n on top of that, u still have to buy the replacement screen? just doesn't make sense right?
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he might of already used his upgrade from at&t or not an at&t customer. 315+60 is a steal for an atrix. you can sell these easily for 500-600. not everyone can get at&t contract price...

aquariuz23 said:
wait, r u on at&t? if u r, why buy a used/damaged atrix for $315, which is 115 bucks more than a brand new one on contract? n on top of that, u still have to buy the replacement screen? just doesn't make sense right?
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I actually used my upgrade to get an Atrix. hadn't upgraded in years because I had a rogers HTC Dream and then I bought the Nexus One straight up. I used to run a little iphone repair business and figure I'll have no problem fixing the Atrix. This is just to make a quick $150-$200

Interested in split-order of Atrix replacement screens
I shattered my screen yesterday. So far local stores have been no help.
I am going to one last store today to see if they can get me a deal on a replacement phone -or at least repairs- . If that doesn't work out, I'll be interested in going in 1/3 on a replacement screen order.

baumerman said:
I actually used my upgrade to get an Atrix. hadn't upgraded in years because I had a rogers HTC Dream and then I bought the Nexus One straight up. I used to run a little iphone repair business and figure I'll have no problem fixing the Atrix. This is just to make a quick $150-$200
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can you take some pics when you replace the screen? a good pic tutorial would be nice.

neotekz said:
can you take some pics when you replace the screen? a good pic tutorial would be nice.
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http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Motorola-Atrix-4G-Teardown/4964/1
They actually rated as the most repairable smartphone!

baumerman said:
I actually used my upgrade to get an Atrix. hadn't upgraded in years because I had a rogers HTC Dream and then I bought the Nexus One straight up. I used to run a little iphone repair business and figure I'll have no problem fixing the Atrix. This is just to make a quick $150-$200
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Booooo! I, a poor student, now living abroad and with no contract options, almost bought that same ebay phone and was even talking to the seller when it disappeared. Back when globalparts sold the screen for $50 (but still, minimum order of 3.) But, iFixIt makes it look easy and you should have no trouble finding people to split the screens with (if I lived in the US still, this'd be my strategy.)

aquariuz23 said:
wait, r u on at&t? if u r, why buy a used/damaged atrix for $315, which is 115 bucks more than a brand new one on contract? n on top of that, u still have to buy the replacement screen? just doesn't make sense right?
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I think he is allowed to do whatever he wants with his cash.

Anyone seen them anywhere else? I've been keeping my eye on ebay when I can for another cracked one. I was thinking I could buy 3 and fix them all.

Cracked glass
Is there any way to replace just the glass...? I scuffed up my glass pretty bad...

Thought the Atrix had Gorilla Glass?????

cheetah2k said:
Thought the Atrix had Gorilla Glass?????
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Just because its gorilla glass doesnt make it indestructable - you can still scratch and scuff the screen...

You can order the glass on Ebay now. I would get the digitizer also because sometimes its glued in the glass. And dosent come off easily. Would rather just tear it apart once....
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Jnewell05 said:
You can order the glass on Ebay now. I would get the digitizer also because sometimes its glued in the glass. And dosent come off easily. Would rather just tear it apart once....
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when they took apart the atrix they found that the screen was completely separate.

I've ordered replacement parts from www.ccn.cn before and while they aren't always OEM parts, they fit and work regardless. They don't have much of anything for the MB860 at this time though, other than the back cover.

I bought one from ebay a few weeks back but have been busy and then realized i didn't have a torx t5. Ordered a small screwdriver kit for $4 with free prime shipping on amazon.
Just did the replacement. I used adhesive pieces cut from ones for iPhones to seal it on. The teardown was a little bit more difficult than I expected. It will be much easier the 2nd time around but the ifixit really doesn't give any of the details. I noticed I left a small smudge behind the glass/digitizer so I may take it apart to wipe it. If I do I will make a teardown video. The biggest issue was that all of the ribbons are held down pretty firmly by strong adhesives. I was very impressed by the strength of the bezel. Everything worked fine first time I put it back together. I used to fix iPhone screens pretty regularly, I've probably done around 40+ of them, so that experience may have helped.

Be careful: HTC One X - Broken screen

Hey Guys..
Just alittle warning. I dropped my Htc one x from my pocket as i was walking on the street and as you see the glass broke. I am somewhat disappointed, I expected that it could withstand the impact, but no.
Further, i was informed by 3 differnt repair shops that it is impossible to get it repaired because there are no parts made ​​for the phone yet.
One of the guys told me that htc not prioritize this particularly high.
Well i had a nice week with it tho

Ah man that's a real shame I dropped my Desire countless times over the 2 years I had it and it ended up with a 4mm long hairline scratch on the screen. I guess it's the price you pay for the curved glass - less protection round the edges.

Yea i guess i was unlucky. But im back on my old desire now hehe

Might have been alight if you had a case on it.
John.

ouch that makes me take a sharp intake of breath feel your pain bud I'd be gutted
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yes the metal ring is not flushed with the glass, glass corners are extruding a bit over the protective frame
style over function, people
i have a pouch but now im thinking of a case, beats the point however

dude seeing that makes me even more protective off my baby now...feel your pain buddy..hope it served you well get a replacement...tell that your dog was playing with it and dropped it
seriously though sorry dude

Official HOX case, looks great.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24999056&postcount=262
NoobTerminator said:
dude seeing that makes me even more protective off my baby now...feel your pain buddy..hope it served you well get a replacement...tell that your dog was playing with it and dropped it
seriously though sorry dude
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Home insurance waves at you!! Don't let it go.

Tinderbox (UK) said:
Official HOX case, looks great.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24999056&postcount=262
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how much is that? i already got this today though through amazon
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B007KKWM8Q/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details

Only £3.90 at play.com , supposed to official HTC according to the specs.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...tml?_$ja=tsid:11518|cat:31340920|prd:31340920
NoobTerminator said:
how much is that? i already got this today though through amazon
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B007KKWM8Q/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
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Tinderbox (UK) said:
Only £3.90 at play.com , supposed to official HTC according to the specs.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...tml?_$ja=tsid:11518|cat:31340920|prd:31340920
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hmm not bad...might invest for another case then cheers fella

Tinderbox (UK) said:
Official HOX case, looks great.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24999056&postcount=262
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this wont protect the glass still

feel your pain son

By the damage it looks like it hit the side, that case will protect against that, he said he wanted something stylish and light.
I have ordered a white version of the case below, it should give good all-round protection including the camera, and give fantastic grip from all those nobbles.
John.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24978268&postcount=1
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this wont protect the glass still
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I have exactly the same problem!
Also using the phone for a week, it fell out of my hands and...
I have almost the same breaking lines starting on the same place

you guys cant really have this kind of phones if you are going to drop it seriously you guys should be more careful next time!

thejkb said:
Hey Guys..
Just alittle warning. I dropped my Htc one x from my pocket as i was walking on the street and as you see the glass broke. I am somewhat disappointed, I expected that it could withstand the impact, but no.
Further, i was informed by 3 differnt repair shops that it is impossible to get it repaired because there are no parts made ​​for the phone yet.
One of the guys told me that htc not prioritize this particularly high.
Well i had a nice week with it tho
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im going to cry... this looks horrible

The lesson learnt is,
Don't be a fool, Protect your tool!
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Arthur Hucksake said:
Home insurance waves at you!! Don't let it go.
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Or if you used a credit card to buy it you may be able to get your money back - ring your cc provider if you did.
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How to open the OneX and more

I was boring so i fount THIS video about repairing the screen.
I could never do that to my OneX, it would break my heart lol But in the video it looks like we have a replaceable battery now we just have to wait that someone makes a battery with the same dimensions and 2500 mAh
It looks easy to open it ... realy good to know this

Also you can purchase housings for it so if your housing gets cracked or dirty you can replace it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671139

Tikerz said:
Also you can purchase housings for it so if your housing gets cracked or dirty you can replace it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671139
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Good news if i ever try to do something like THIS i know that i can replace my housing ... thanks

i wonder why they still havent made after market batteries for this phone..the phone has been out for more than a month

hello00 said:
i wonder why they still havent made after market batteries for this phone..the phone has been out for more than a month
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Because it's hard to do it?
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ladyhaly said:
Because it's hard to do it?
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I dont think it is hard to make such batterys, its just noone would open his expensive phone to replace it, and theres no place for a stronger battery

[Q] Screen/digitizer replacement, recommended seller(s)?

Hi
I'm about to try replace my screen on my OPO. There are just so many sellers, it's hard to choose one.
Either way I need the type A with the keypad light.
Many sellers does not specify wither which type or if it's with or without the keypad lights. And sometimes the picutures of the product does not match.
I'm very intrested of which seller from eBay/Alibaba etc you have bought from and are satiesfied with the product.
I want some recommendations so my buy is somewhat more % to work
Thanks.

I have seen the following suggested: vifocal This includes the screen, digitizer, and frame, so it's an easier job to fix than some other purchases. You will still need a sticker for holding down the battery.
There is also a suggestion at the top of the page that is just the screen and digitizer. It is on Alibaba.

BFH said:
I have seen the following suggested: vifocal This includes the screen, digitizer, and frame, so it's an easier job to fix than some other purchases. You will still need a sticker for holding down the battery.
There is also a suggestion at the top of the page that is just the screen and digitizer. It is on Alibaba.
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Thanks for answer. The Vifocal one I have seen as well. But there is only 1 reference to it as I can find and the communication/support was not so good either. So it does not feel like a good/safe choice.
The alibaba has only 5 sellings and only 2 reviews and 1 one them says defective so that is not a good/safe choice either
Was hoping that there are confirmed good sellers with working product by XDA people
I have already stripped down my broken phone into pieces and only need a new screen to install.

Buy from vifocal, I bought mine from eBay and it has touchscreen issues. The top half of screen registers 2 touches for on and renders it useless so now I have to purchase another. Alibaba/vifocal I would recommend, no matter where you purchase it will be slow shipping from China just stay away from eBay. Also you can use a or b screen they just have to be threaded through different holes in the frame

Buy it from the links you find in my thread "Replacement parts".
They are all Top-Sellers

thegiolly said:
Buy it from the links you find in my thread "Replacement parts".
They are all Top-Sellers
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I saw that thread
But, I can't really find anyone who can say that the screen from Alibaba works as it should. The seller only sold 5 of them and only 2 reviews and one of them was defective. Does not seem like a safe bet? Or do you have tried the screen from Alibaba or knows someone who can tell?

timebandi said:
I saw that thread
But, I can't really find anyone who can say that the screen from Alibaba works as it should. The seller only sold 5 of them and only 2 reviews and one of them was defective. Does not seem like a safe bet? Or do you have tried the screen from Alibaba or knows someone who can tell?
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They are very experienced and reliable sellers. If there is something wrong with the replacement they will refund you for sure

thegiolly said:
They are very experienced and reliable sellers. If there is something wrong with the replacement they will refund you for sure
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Thanks! Then I go for that one then.... *fingers crossed* I will let you know in about 5 weeks, hehe

timebandi said:
Thanks! Then I go for that one then.... *fingers crossed* I will let you know in about 5 weeks, hehe
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hi,
I am also planning to get a replacement screen from ebay india. How did the installation go with u..? Everything fine..? can i trust the screen provided by the ebay sellers..? How durable are they..? Please suggest,very much appreciated.
Thanks In Advance
riyaz

timebandi said:
Thanks for answer. The Vifocal one I have seen as well. But there is only 1 reference to it as I can find and the communication/support was not so good either. So it does not feel like a good/safe choice.
The alibaba has only 5 sellings and only 2 reviews and 1 one them says defective so that is not a good/safe choice either
Was hoping that there are confirmed good sellers with working product by XDA people
I have already stripped down my broken phone into pieces and only need a new screen to install.
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Suggest you buy fron vifocal website,this is only professonal website to sell the oneplus lcd screen.becasue on other site their lcd screen the softkey illumination light can't work after you fix the screen.in order to save money i bought from other site you can see my oneplus the touch key no lights!!! i have to say the money really not worth save!!when this happen i have to buy another lcd screen from vifocal.com again and this problem solve it at once.

Too late answer Bought it 3 weeks ago
I have a new OPO as well, the other will be a spare one if lights not working. Could be a defect and return screen? Not a problem with type A or B screen/connector?
Will try my new screen this week.

timebandi said:
Too late answer Bought it 3 weeks ago
I have a new OPO as well, the other will be a spare one if lights not working. Could be a defect and return screen? Not a problem with type A or B screen/connector?
Will try my new screen this week.
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type A or B screen won't exist this problem anymore.the main problem is the softkey.hope you good luck

Will the screen really stuck good with only 3M tape?
I have tired the screen and it seems to work and now to go ahead with the real install.
Will only tape work or need some glue of some kind? Thanks.

I replaced my screen with one from eBay. First lcd didn't work but the next did work ok.
I attached the new screen with double sided tape, which I used a lot for sure.

I got some time today to rebuild my borken OPO!
The screen works perfectly! Even the buttons lights up! Not as well as my new phone but still. Screen is really well responsive.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xe4eP5OY-N4
I have made a full test and the phone works good! I was a bit worried as it was droven over by my car Hehe
I bought from the AliExpress seller.