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Dust in my screen

There is an awful lot of dust building up in the bottom left corner of my screen making it really hard to see the screen excpecially when im outside.
Anyone ever have this issue or know an easy way how i can get it out of there?

I have a good bit of dust above the back and search keys. It's starting to get annoying. Especially on black backgrounds.
My 3rd generation iPod touch had the same problem. But I have the 4th gen and there's no dust whatsoever. But I'm pretty sure the screen and glass are fused together somehow.
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I have this same issue on my old phone (D2), there's dust underneath the top layer of the screen that I can't seem to get out. Would definitely be interested in a solution for this.
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Dust in my screen, all we are is dust in my screen, yaaaa all we are is dust in my screen!
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Same problem here but in the top left and now middle of the screen. When I had my Storm I took it in for this and they did replace the phone for me. Right now though I finally got a good dinc after two bad refurbished ones so I think I may hold onto it until my warranty runs out then take it apart and try to clean the dust out myself. From the disassembly videos it looks pretty easy but my only concern is that there is a missing (probably just a foam strip) and this will keep happening. I'd be interested to hear of other people with the same issue and their fixes. The dust is pretty annoying for me too, and especially noticeable in the sun.
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Do you guys use invisishield? With my shield an silicone case. , my phone is completely encased.
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I like to run all my stuff nude. No case, no screen protector. Save for my iPad, it has the Apple case so its easier to type on. No screen protection though. I prefer the feel of the glass.
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BrettApple said:
I like to run all my stuff nude. No case, no screen protector. Save for my iPad, it has the Apple case so its easier to type on. No screen protection though. I prefer the feel of the glass.
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The shield is awesome, well worth it. Feels great and does not scratch. The silicone has saved my bacon more than once. Phone looks brand new, had it since day one.
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+1 for screen protector (invisishield is too sticky for me, I like the cheap ones). But if you can't get dust out with compressed air I know I've spilled many solvents on my screen and haven't dissolved it yet (nearly have my Chem degree)

luke1987 said:
+1 for screen protector (invisishield is too sticky for me, I like the cheap ones). But if you can't get dust out with compressed air I know I've spilled many solvents on my screen and haven't dissolved it yet (nearly have my Chem degree)
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My invisishield is not sticky at all, almost a lubed feel. Its amazing. I like it cause it doesnt scratch and its harder to fingerprint.
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donnyp1 said:
Dust in my screen, all we are is dust in my screen, yaaaa all we are is dust in my screen!
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dust in the screen, dust in the screen, looking like a fool with dust in your screen!!
Sorry im a loser

I had an invisible shield for a few months. It was ok, but it started getting dents in it. And they were annoying. Ive been without a screen protector for about 5 months now. And it hasn't scratched the screen at all. There is some scratches on the bottom right corner, but that's just the glass. Not on the screen part. I've even put it in my pocket with my keys a few times on accident.
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incubus26jc said:
dust in the screen, dust in the screen, looking like a fool with dust in your screen!!
Sorry im a loser
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Lol, i was just thinking of the old song by kansas when i read this post!
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Duplicate post. Xda app fail.

Ok, here's a picture.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/3683218/HTC_Incredible_Dust.JPG

Damn. Same thing on the D2 I'm getting rid of, not that much dust though. Anyone have any ideas to get that **** out?

I'm fighting with this issue as well, I never had a problem until the glass shattered and i took it apart and replaced it. A couple of weeks ago I took the phone apart again, dusted the screen & glass and put it back together with a piece of tape where I thought the dust would accumulate, to no avail.
My next idea is to find an extremely thin, black, rubberized material to wedge between the glass and the bezel. I have a feeling that there is some kind of lining missing.. Not sure what I wanna use just yet though for this.
Either way I have to take apart the phone one more time to get the dust out. Ill have to have my gf's phone with me to compare as well, maybe see if I can straight up see a piece in hers that isn't in mine.

DustinBooyah said:
I'm fighting with this issue as well, I never had a problem until the glass shattered and i took it apart and replaced it. A couple of weeks ago I took the phone apart again, dusted the screen & glass and put it back together with a piece of tape where I thought the dust would accumulate, to no avail.
My next idea is to find an extremely thin, black, rubberized material to wedge between the glass and the bezel. I have a feeling that there is some kind of lining missing.. Not sure what I wanna use just yet though for this.
Either way I have to take apart the phone one more time to get the dust out. Ill have to have my gf's phone with me to compare as well, maybe see if I can straight up see a piece in hers that isn't in mine.
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Please post up when you compare the two or figure out a way to seal the dust out. None of the other replacement incredibles I've had ever got any dust in them, and this one just keeps getting worse.
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NemesisXV6800 said:
None of the other replacement incredibles I've had ever got any dust in them, and this one just keeps getting worse.
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Just for the record. My friend has an SLCD model and his doesn't have any dust. Mine is an original AMOLED (Manufactured 4/2/2010). Got it on launch day (4/29/2010). And I believe he got his in November.
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I dont have any dust... weird.

[Q] What to do if you have a scratched/banged up screen?

My Xperia Play screen is now pretty messed up. What can I do? I have a scratch and a few lines with weirdly lit pixels. Any suggestions?

jdz7t8 said:
My Xperia Play screen is now pretty messed up. What can I do? I have a scratch and a few lines with weirdly lit pixels. Any suggestions?
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Pay to have the LCD/digitizer replaced

jdz7t8 said:
My Xperia Play screen is now pretty messed up. What can I do? I have a scratch and a few lines with weirdly lit pixels. Any suggestions?
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do you have a warranty, because if yes you could probably take it back to verizon (after unhacking it {if necessary}). if no, you will probably have to find a replacement screen (online would be your best bet) and pay someone to replace it (i would NOT try to replace it yourself because my friend went through about 4 psp 3k's trying to put in a replacement screen (after having the fluids leak out ) and breaking the connector because it was built at a really weird angle, almost as if it was intended only for a machine to replace it )
or another option (probably the cheapest) is to buy some of this stuff Displex screen scratch remover

I want tosee if the scratch remover actually a works, you can try that op and post back
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You're xplay came with a screen protector attached....its only the screen protector that is scratched.Buy a new screen protector and remove the old one.
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Deoxlar said:
You're xplay came with a screen protector attached....its only the screen protector that is scratched.Buy a new screen protector and remove the old one.
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the xplay comes with one already attatched?

loismustdie555 said:
the xplay comes with one already attatched?
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Yes. A factory fitted one.
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AndroHero said:
Yes. A factory fitted one.
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AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

AndroHero said:
Yes. A factory fitted one.
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Please tell me you all are not talking about that piece of plastic that came on the front of the screen LOL. Every cell phone I ever bought had that same piece of plastic. And to think mines fell off when I put the phone in my pocket the first day I had it...

I went to Rogers and they basically said that they doubt the screen could be repaired. They gave me some bullcrap story about if the repair is under 150 dollars they will do it [which i will have to pay for] but if it is over 150 dollars they will just send it back to me without it being repaired. So they basically told me that even if I was willing to pay whatever price to have it fixed or replaced, they still would not do it if it came up to over 150 dollars.

solitaire4eva said:
Please tell me you all are not talking about that piece of plastic that came on the front of the screen LOL. Every cell phone I ever bought had that same piece of plastic. And to think mines fell off when I put the phone in my pocket the first day I had it...
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no it's not the thin little piece of plastic that is on all phones. i just did a google search and it's actually a crystal clear screen protector put on by a machine and if you look VERY closely at the edges of the top of your xplay you will notice a very small raised edge.
plus sony says that the screen is virtually scratch proof (meaning that the op most likely scratched the screen protector {and not the screen itself} and just needs to replace the screen protector)

loismustdie555 said:
no it's not the thin little piece of plastic that is on all phones. i just did a google search and it's actually a crystal clear screen protector put on by a machine and if you look VERY closely at the edges of the top of your xplay you will notice a very small raised edge.
plus sony says that the screen is virtually scratch proof (meaning that the op most likely scratched the screen protector {and not the screen itself} and just needs to replace the screen protector)
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Thanks for the info! I thought sony was making fun of people with that piece of think plastic film being called a protector

It's not a screen protector, it's a shatter resistant film. But yeah, just take it off and your scratch will likely disappear.
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I got a screen protector in the top flap of the xperia play box and had to fit it myself

solitaire4eva said:
Please tell me you all are not talking about that piece of plastic that came on the front of the screen LOL. Every cell phone I ever bought had that same piece of plastic. And to think mines fell off when I put the phone in my pocket the first day I had it...
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No i'm not All xperia phones come with a shatter proof factory fitted screen protector, It's quite thick, and really hard to remove.
http://cdn.androidcommunity.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/peelback-540x258.png
http://androidcommunity.com/xperia-play-comes-with-screen-skin-protector-attached-20110525/

Roshi69 said:
I got a screen protector in the top flap of the xperia play box and had to fit it myself
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You have two on your phone now ...... Bulletproof

AndroHero said:
You have two on your phone now ...... Bulletproof
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You reminded me of an Apple fan who thought the gorilla glass on his iPhone was invincible, so he grabbed a handgun and shot it. Guess what happened ;p
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captain67 said:
You reminded me of an Apple fan who thought the gorilla glass on his iPhone was invincible, so he grabbed a handgun and shot it. Guess what happened ;p
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I remember a story ages ago, about an original xbox that got caught out in a shootout. And it still worked afterwards

captain67 said:
You reminded me of an Apple fan who thought the gorilla glass on his iPhone was invincible, so he grabbed a handgun and shot it. Guess what happened ;p
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Video or any links, please?

Wow... I didn't know I had a screen protector that was on the play. Nice...
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Screen protector link needed

Looking for a link that is confirmed to be a screen protector with an exact fit, meaning the top is cut for the shape of the little speaker and not just trimmed to leave a lot of unprotected area. I've seen a few but am worried about ordering something on Amazon and having it not be quite right. Any help is appreciated.
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These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
http://www.skinomi.com/sk5971-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-screen-protector.html

idbl_fanatic said:
These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
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truth be told i have only used the screen protectors sold by tmobile. my sis has bought them for me, and i have been very happy with them. my only complaint is that sometimes if i put the phone with my keys it will puncture the protector. this screen protectors you put states it has capabilities to prevent punctures. price isnt bad either
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Do those skinomi infra hide scratches or scuffs?
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idbl_fanatic said:
These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
http://www.skinomi.com/sk5971-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-screen-protector.html
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How is the application? It comes out looking good?
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When you first apply it it will look "cloudy" and a rainbow effect for a couple days (they are "wet apply"), what i Have done is let it dry for a full day, then take a hair dryer to it, it seems to clear up faster that way. When you have it on there, you can't even see it (unless there is something on the screen when you put it on)
They are "Self healing" meaning that they are soft, say if you dig your nail into it. but it goes away.
As for does it cover scratches, I am not sure because I haven't had scratches on my screens when I put them on
Also if you search google for "skinomi coupon codes" you can get a good discount sometimes.

idbl_fanatic said:
When you first apply it it will look "cloudy" and a rainbow effect for a couple days (they are "wet apply"), what i Have done is let it dry for a full day, then take a hair dryer to it, it seems to clear up faster that way. When you have it on there, you can't even see it (unless there is something on the screen when you put it on)
They are "Self healing" meaning that they are soft, say if you dig your nail into it. but it goes away.
As for does it cover scratches, I am not sure because I haven't had scratches on my screens when I put them on
Also if you search google for "skinomi coupon codes" you can get a good discount sometimes.
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Cool. Gonna check into this. Thanks for the info!
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Perfect cut, feels nice, 1.20$:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006E...ile?redirect=true&ref_=oh_details_o02_s00_i00

[Q] Gunk in between cracks

Ok first of all....I didn't think it through and therefore was being stupid on that day but anyways, down to the question. Ok, so I pulled off my screen protector, I noticed I had a few micro scratches (OCD is crazy and I was the few that could acutally notice it). I decided to wax the scratches off. Sadly, it didn't work and the worst part is that I got it into the cracks of my phones. Such as the edges of the bezel, around the earpiece, and home button. Now I see the a white line (wax) from where it and stayed there. I have attempted to remove it with cleaning alchohol and tooth brushes but to no avail. Does anyone know of a way to get this stuff out?
Thanks, yo

Screen scratches can't never leave unless you actually replace the screen lol. Maybe 10 years they will be a magic potion to heal the cracks but nothing yet, maybe that should be my invention!!
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I have the same dirt looking things between the glass and plastic but I couldn't get it off.. what really helps to keep it clean is a good case that covers the cracks.
Rule #1 Respect the Devs. Rule #2 Refer back to Rule #1

daxecutioner24 said:
Screen scratches can't never leave unless you actually replace the screen lol. Maybe 10 years they will be a magic potion to heal the cracks but nothing yet, maybe that should be my invention!!
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I'm not talking about scratches but about the gunk that gets in between the cracks and crevices of the screen such as the space around the home button and bezel/screen edge.

I got some of it out with Goo Gone
I was in my school's library (office aid) and I saw some of that and decided to give it a go. It worked pretty good. However, I'll see how well it works after it dries and stays for a day. Crossing fingers right now.

Gurashieruro said:
I'm not talking about scratches but about the gunk that gets in between the cracks and crevices of the screen such as the space around the home button and bezel/screen edge.
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I'm talking about how you should of just let the scratches be which led to This predicament, it's all good hope it works out.
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daxecutioner24 said:
I'm talking about how you should of just let the scratches be which led to This predicament, it's all good hope it works out.
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Ah my bad. Well I am, I mean there is nothing really that you can do to the screen to the the scratches off (unless you want to replace the screen or sand it out, which is a waste for just a few scratches). Luckily the Goo Gone is working. But there are a few bits of leftover white wax that is left on the edge of the screen and around the earpiece. Still annoys the heck out of me (hard core OCD with it) so I'll continue working on it but glad it works. Well, at least it is better then it was.

Gurashieruro said:
Ah my bad. Well I am, I mean there is nothing really that you can do to the screen to the the scratches off (unless you want to replace the screen or sand it out, which is a waste for just a few scratches). Luckily the Goo Gone is working. But there are a few bits of leftover white wax that is left on the edge of the screen and around the earpiece. Still annoys the heck out of me (hard core OCD with it) so I'll continue working on it but glad it works. Well, at least it is better then it was.
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Yeah I wouldn't call myself OCD but I understand how it is. I think a scratch would really bothered me but eventually ill get over it, hopefully that remaining wax is gets off keep trying lol
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My daughter splashed some milk on my phone and never told me (her brother turned her in a couple of days later). It dried much the same way in little cracks and spaces. A wooden toothpick did wonders.

succeed replacing my broken glass len :D so happy!

It took me 2 hours as first attempt everything works perfectly though...tested sensor, spen works fine

How much was the front glass?

jonjinbae said:
How much was the front glass?
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Its OEM glass i ordered from this website
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-note-ii-sgh-t889-glass-lens.html

what adhesive did u you?

microamd said:
what adhesive did u you?
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=111017655926 this works for almost every types of smartphone just try to make a rectangular around the digitizer LCD...it resembles to the s3 but bigger screen

This makes me want to just take off my screen protector and buy this and install it if I trade or sell my phone.
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all tools that i used on this repair :
Heatgun : http://www.harborfreight.com/1500-watt-dual-temperature-heat-gun-572-1112-96289.html $15 (optional) you can use hair dryer but it might take really long to heat up the surface
plastic blaze razor : http://www.ebay.com/itm/230807168697?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 $4-$5
non contract infrared thermometer : http://www.ebay.com/itm/321047762705?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 (optional) well you gotta know when the temp hits around 180 F
2mm adhesive tape : http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=111017655926#ht_1386wt_1397
Micro Fiber cleaning cloths : Frys has it (optional)
Rubbing alcohol 91% : http://www.cvs.com/shop/product-detail/CVS-91-Isopropyl-Alcohol?skuId=216440
OEM Samsung Glass lens: http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-note-ii-sgh-t889-glass-lens.html
Before start doing it, watch this video first : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhd5KwgopZo
then this video on how to apply adhesive tape : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCcUNQpSHYE
and thats it...pretty easy

isaster1 said:
This makes me want to just take off my screen protector and buy this and install it if I trade or sell my phone.
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LOL i used black glass lens instead for DA FASHION~! now my phone is in half black and half white

One question for the op, how do you make sure no dust is between the glass and the surface underneath? I have a hard time applying a screen protector!!
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mike2518 said:
One question for the op, how do you make sure no dust is between the glass and the surface underneath? I have a hard time applying a screen protector!!
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im sorry but screen protector has nothing to do with the digitier screen LCD, its more likely for the front glass and to keep away from dust between the front glass and the LCD digitier, make sure you build a right adhesive rectangle tape around the digitier LCD

The first site posted (where you bought the glass) has the OEM adhesive tape.
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-note-ii-n7100-series-lcd-adhesive.html
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-note-ii-n7100-series-optical-clear-adhesive.html
Cool site. Thanks.

put in my claim through insurance today, but going to give this a shot on my broken one. i've got a replacement screen and all the parts, so i might as well try.

gedster314 said:
The first site posted (where you bought the glass) has the OEM adhesive tape.
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-note-ii-n7100-series-lcd-adhesive.html
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-note-ii-n7100-series-optical-clear-adhesive.html
Cool site. Thanks.
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im about to order those two but its hard and kinda impossible as you have to know how to suck air bubble out and thing like that

suhailtheboss said:
put in my claim through insurance today, but going to give this a shot on my broken one. i've got a replacement screen and all the parts, so i might as well try.
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same here buddy i alse have insurance but oh well why wouldnt we give it a shot as well as our curiousity GL

Im still so nervous to do it
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Im still so nervous to do it
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so was i...but if you have insurance then give it a try ( if something happens, just report you lost it for faster process in delivery a new phone)

I dont have insurance :/ luckily my crack doesn't affect the viewing of the screen thats why i havent bothered to try or even call samsung to see how much it is to replace it.
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jghidalgo307 said:
I dont have insurance :/ luckily my crack doesn't affect the viewing of the screen thats why i havent bothered to try or even call samsung to see how much it is to replace it.
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then i think you shouldnt replace it

Wow tonight I dropped my phone and it spiderwebbed really bad too. And I have the best otterbox on it. And I dont have insurance on it. So it looks like you had a similar problem right? If I follow your guide I should be able to fix it myself? The phone still works perfectly just glass is smashed. I guess that I really dont have anything to lose right. I still cant belive that the otterbox failed. It was only a 3 foot fall I have drop. I wish I could call otterbox and get them to help but oh well.

mojorisin7178 said:
Wow tonight I dropped my phone and it spiderwebbed really bad too. And I have the best otterbox on it. And I dont have insurance on it. So it looks like you had a similar problem right? If I follow your guide I should be able to fix it myself? The phone still works perfectly just glass is smashed. I guess that I really dont have anything to lose right. I still cant belive that the otterbox failed. It was only a 3 foot fall I have drop. I wish I could call otterbox and get them to help but oh well.
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yes you will be able to fix it yourself if you listen and follow the video carefully and don't rush in this operation cause you might scratch the LCD digitier...and if your front glass is all shattered, use tape to hold them down before lift the front glass up or take them out in each piece if you feel comfortable in that way