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[Q] desire HD digitizer replacement

Hi,
I have just got the HTC desire HD replacement digitizer and have tried to replace it but am stuck as I cannot remove the digitzer from the LCD screen.
The only disassemble video I can find says to put it 10 minutes on top of a special oven, but I do not have one of these.
Is there anyway I can replace this digitizer without one and does anyone know where there might be a video or step by step guide on how to change it, can find guides for almost every other phone but this one.
cheers

DP4 said:
Hi,
I have just got the HTC desire HD replacement digitizer and have tried to replace it but am stuck as I cannot remove the digitzer from the LCD screen.
The only disassemble video I can find says to put it 10 minutes on top of a special oven, but I do not have one of these.
Is there anyway I can replace this digitizer without one and does anyone know where there might be a video or step by step guide on how to change it, can find guides for almost every other phone but this one.
cheers
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are u talking about the touchscreen that goes installed over the lcd?¿?

SERGI.3210 said:
are u talking about the touchscreen that goes installed over the lcd?¿?
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I believe he is. That's the digitizer.
DP4 said:
Hi,
I have just got the HTC desire HD replacement digitizer and have tried to replace it but am stuck as I cannot remove the digitzer from the LCD screen.
The only disassemble video I can find says to put it 10 minutes on top of a special oven, but I do not have one of these.
Is there anyway I can replace this digitizer without one and does anyone know where there might be a video or step by step guide on how to change it, can find guides for almost every other phone but this one.
cheers
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Hi,
For that "special oven" or heating plate, you could try a hairdryer probably.
But please exercise caution as you would not want to fry that beautiful object of desire.
I don't know if the video you came across is this: HTC Desire HD Disassembly Guide
This step-by-step guide might help too:
HTC Desire HD Disassembly Guide
Note the guy also suggested using a hairdryer or something.
But... Like he said.. "caution: do it with your own risk, i dont take any responsibilities if any part is broken or fail."

okay... i found some videos about....
i found it browsing for "inspire 4g"..
that´s the same device, but named different...
american version.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stAiZi0T4b0k
good luck... i seen it and its a little bit difficult......
STEP BY STEP VIDEO ABOUT DISSASEMBLY THE DESIRE HD: original of htc corp..http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfatoeWbMRk&feature=related
EDIT: i seen it now here specifies that u need the special oven...

thanks for the advice that inspire video looks like it will help me figure it out, gonna give it a go tomorrow.
Next time i get a phone gonna definately make sure I have phone insurance

Phone insurance? Sounds like a plan.. That covers screen cracks and self-inflicted damage too.. Comprehensive cover. Fire & theft. LOL.
Keep updated on your progress. Might need to help my brother replace his as well. Just couldn't find time for now.
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Zulmacher said:
Phone insurance? Sounds like a plan.. That covers screen cracks and self-inflicted damage too.. Comprehensive cover. Fire & theft. LOL.
Keep updated on your progress. Might need to help my brother replace his as well. Just couldn't find time for now.
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Just to let you know that after about a week phone is finally sorted, couldn't manage to get cracked digitizer off lcd, took it into a local phone repair shop and they couldn't manage it either so ended up having to replace LCD as well.
Have now invested in an otterbox case as well so if I manage to drop it again it will be a bit more protected.

Oooops.. Im waiting for the digitizer to arrive.. Ordered from eBay.. Now that's not too encouraging news for my brother.. Will try and see how it goes nevertheless...
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Practical solution
Hello guys,
First possessor of a Hero, I needed to change the glass surface as well. No need to dry hair, just to have a radiator around 50 to 60 degrees Celsius, which is more than enough to soften the glue and peel off the glass. Then quickly put the new glass surface and once the glue has cooled, voila, it takes up exactly like the original. That's the hardest part of this operation is finally turning the phone for parts.
Good luck for the operation that appears much more difficult than it actually is.
Arma.

I have always used a hairdryer to loosen glue but a radiator would work too just as long as its not too hot. If it is you might find some of the plastic melting and changing shape, or worse, sticking itself to the radiator.
Also, you have to be wary of the solder joints too. To comply with EU standards the solder in electronic devices has to be lead free and that sort of solder is prone to cracking in the joints when heat is applied. Shouldnt be too much of a problem on a mobile level but that is the major cause of breakdowns in games consoles.

Problem with my Wildfire display [help please]

I have dropped my Wildfire on the floor and after i picked it up i had a spot on the screen(you can see it in the pics attached).I want to order the parts necesary from ebay because i saw they have good prices.
Please help me because i need to know..what part do i have to change to get that spot away from the screen?(the digitizer,the display?)
Thanks!
PS: the touchsreen works perfectly

really no one knows?

asking again..please help

I had exactly the same problem. That mark you see on the screen is due to dead pixels. I dropped mine too and I had a spot just like yours. Here is how I solved the problem.
1. Go to ebay and buy an LCD screen for wildfire. I got mine for less than $50. You just need the LCD not the touchscreen digitizer. I think you can get it cheaper.
2 Replace the LCD. I could not find a dissassembly guide for wildfire, but you can follow the Desire guide. They are pretty much the same. I am talking about the steps. Obviously, they different phones.
Since your touchscreen works, it is easier to replace the LCD.
Now my wildfire works fine with a working LCD.
Good luck
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thearif said:
I had exactly the same problem. That mark you see on the screen is due to dead pixels. I dropped mine too and I had a spot just like yours. Here is how I solved the problem.
1. Go to ebay and buy an LCD screen for wildfire. I got mine for less than $50. You just need the LCD not the touchscreen digitizer. I think you can get it cheaper.
2 Replace the LCD. I could not find a dissassembly guide for wildfire, but you can follow the Desire guide. They are pretty much the same. I am talking about the steps. Obviously, they different phones.
Since your touchscreen works, it is easier to replace the LCD.
Now my wildfire works fine with a working LCD.
Good luck
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thank you so much ,ive talked to some guys at gsm services and about all of them told me it's the touchscreen that needs to be replaced..but the touchscreen works perfectly...i think im gonna wait a little and just get more informations together.

ayyroz said:
thank you so much ,ive talked to some guys at gsm services and about all of them told me it's the touchscreen that needs to be replaced..but the touchscreen works perfectly...i think im gonna wait a little and just get more informations together.
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If the touchscreen is working without any problems then it is just the LCD Screen you need, It is a separate part from the touchscreen.
Where i used to work, the sales team used to rip people off by telling them that the touchscreen and LCD screen came together, but most of the time they don't and can be fitted separately, sometimes however they are together and need to be bought together. I have been inside one of my own wildfires to fit a new touchscreen it didn't go very well but it works......... minus the LED lights and i can tell you the LCD screen can be purchased and fitted separately.

Dude of course it is up to you wheyher you wait or not,
But i am telling you, i had the exactly same issue... My phone fell to the floor and i had the spot on the pictures you posted. It is because of the dead/stuck pixels on your lcd. My touchscreen worked fine too. Just replace the lcd and you are in bussiness.
And I agree with the poster above.
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i had also marks on my LCD but its from water i dont need to fix it so i got used to it
good luck

thanks allot guys
i saw some wildfire lcds at 15$ on eby so i think ill order one right away
thanks

dead pixels arent good but what about my dead "lines" ? it looks like the HTC is censuring everything i want to read

[Q] (Repair) Changing PCB Possible?

Hey Fellow HTC Desire Lovers!
I have a question. Can you replace the top PCB (I think its called) the top one that has the Headphone jack and camera attached to it.
Is it a case of simply getting a replacement part from another phone and swapping the NAND flash? (I think its called the NAND flash module, Its the little square thing next to the camera)
What happened was
My HTC desire had a fist fight with the wall! it left a dent on my wall as well as on the desire!
The odd thing it Smashed the the AMOLED screen and the Housing bad! It caused the camera to be ripped from the PCB circuit board as well as the headphone jack. It is still attached but neither work. I have repaired the screen and replaced the housing (however still need the middle housing as it is still bent)
The phone works fine! Besides the camera and headphone jack and earpiece! What a beast!
Thank you for your help!

Sorry I think its called the Flex cable
Please help if anyone knows if its possible to simply swap it?
Thank you

I don't see why you couldn't swap it, as long as its the same component from another amoled handset.
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wow thats great news! So it has to be a AMOLED handset to be able to work? I thought the SLCD and amoled only differed in their screens and possibly connections to the main board at the bottom?
Also when searching ebay i found flex boards that are for Nexus one. will they be ok to use? having a look at them they look exactly the same as the desire one. I cant post a link right now but will do when I can
Thank you

I'm not sure if it's totally necessary for it to be from another amoled handset, but that's how I'd do it, just as a precaution. Not sure about the nexus component.
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I purchased a new one from ebay came today swapped it working fine although camera not in properly its missing the shield so its just stuck in there without the top metal to hold it in but no big deal.
For everyone that repaired their phones be careful with the digitizer strip that connects to the screen it's just held on with tape. sometimes it comes loose mine did and the phone bootlooped. I just stuck it on more firmly and its fixed using it now
Thanks ffor your help man!
And your right I don't think it matters if you have amoled or LCD . I just got a generic part for £25
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[Q]Screen damage

Unfortunately my beloved's screen sustained a sever damage
I would like to try and fix it by myself and need to know what do I have to replace
The device works fine
Screen glass is splintered but responds to touch quiet alright
A small yellow spot In the center
Does the yellow spot mean that the board under the glass is damaged as well ... or I can save it by replacing glass only ?
At eBay I find two options
Full LCD Display + Touch Screen Digitizer Assembly - 80 $
New Touch Screen Digitizer Glass Assembly - 30 $
Do you Know whether the parts over at Ebay are quality ... or should I not mess with it and pay full price by sending my beloved to a HTC lab ?
Grieving badly :crying: and waiting for some help

It doesn't seem to be possible to separate the glass from the LCD, without damaging LCD. No idea whether the screens you're looking at on eBay are the same as original or just compatible.

The only thing I can offer is that I replaced my screen on the desire HD and for the time effort and quality I wish I'd sent it off
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Don't mess with it, my experience was with my hd2 and it was a nightmare and would of been cheaper letting htc do it, also I have read horror stories about cheap screens being sold for the one x
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OK guys
I think I'll leave it for HTC even though the price will probably be a killer
Thanx

[Q] Huge crack across screen!Need some advice.

Dropped my phone on asphalt today and got a big hairline crack across the screen . (Attached pics)
It really hurts cause i always baby this phone and just the rush to get to work and in my car, completely missed my pocket.
The screen is still responsive to touch and seems to be working normal thank god the lcd screen wasnt damaged and the digitizer didn't shatter.
Got a few questions t
1) just wanted to clarify that the digitizer lies ontop the LCD screen?
2) and that is all that needs replacing?(from damage seen in the pics)
3) also mine is branded just HTC(no carrier, so it's international GSM version?)
4) would it matter if i bought a replacement digitizer meant for the at&t version or not?
5) should be getting a one x that had some water damage and is no longer working. would the digitizer from this phone be a viable option for me to use as a replacement or should i just order the part online.( I really want it replaced fast and if i have to order the replacement it will take about a week to 2 weeks to arrive in my country
so apparently i can't attach any urls until i make 10 posts or i'd show u guys the part i wanted to order but its basically just a screen digitizer from ebay with tools needed for about $17.86.(is that cheap, good or expensive price considering the item + tools)
can you guys please search for it on ebay?the title of the post/part is Touch Screen Digitizer Glass Lens Replacement For HTC One X S720 + Free Tools
the link above is the item i'm looking to order for replacement. is it the right part i'm looking at?and would that be all i need or is there anything else i should add?also quality wise would it be top pick or are there any better options available?
Attached some pics also.Advice would be greatly appreciated.

You are unlikely to be able to separate the digitizer and lcd without damaging the LCD.
A water damaged phone may have a water damaged screen.
Search one of the other broken screen threads for more information.

I've replaced several screens on captivate.easiest way is get replacement(LCD+digetizer) from ebay,Google procedure.watch or read as many times as needed to feel confident to take apart phone.the hardest part is seperating LCD from phone(they use adhesive to secure LCD to phone).I used razor to carefully cut adhesive.
Most components are plug&play.just follow guide completely,u should be fine.
My LCD was $85 on ebay.good luck.
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