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Aria Screen/ Digitizer

It's a new record for me... I had my new Aria/Liberty/Intruder all set up and inside of three days dropped and T-boned the screen
Anyone have ideas on where to find parts for a Aria? I understand HTC is notoriously slow about releasing aftermarket parts. The repair guy I took my phone to encouraged me to help him find the part.
Many thanks-
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Preferido said:
It's a new record for me... I had my new Aria/Liberty/Intruder all set up and inside of three days dropped and T-boned the screen
Anyone have ideas on where to find parts for a Aria? I understand HTC is notoriously slow about releasing aftermarket parts. The repair guy I took my phone to encouraged me to help him find the part.
Many thanks-
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I used to order all my blackberry parts from here. Very good reveiws. There across the seas but shipping is usually quick and even faster if you bump it up.http://cnn.cn/shop/htc-aria-c-277_1068.html

Thanks Kudvu002! You saved the day!
I found one on ebay, but the shipping's not as quick.

Have you tried taking it apart yet? I'm trying to get a little insight on the disassembly. It seems like you can pop off the top yellow cover but I wasn't able to get it off and didn't want to force it.

anyone knows where to buy the digitizer for the Aria? cnn.cn shows the digitizer in stock,, but when you go to checkout it says it is not....

Ordered mine about a week ago but it says it was shipped, now I just gotta get it apart!
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digitizer replaced
So I followed the tutorial found on android forums, it was relatively easy, i forgot to take pictures of the steps but i can write a tutorial if anyone wants it, because the tutorial on A.F. is a little vague. But I have found a solution to the cracked screen problem, I went to Best Buy to see if they had the Zagg shield (which they do, it's for the Intruder/Aria/Liberty) but they also had a new case which looks a little more resilient against dropping. The case is made by Superior Communications (BB item number 35307BBR) and is pretty rugged looking, anyways let me know if you want a tutorial written up, i will try to get some pics to do it with.

so I'm about to replace mine.. any tutorial with pics available?

for those of you that have ordered and recieved their replacement digitizers, are they AT&T branded still?

msgnyc said:
for those of you that have ordered and recieved their replacement digitizers, are they AT&T branded still?
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Yes they are.. and they are not original part... there are some differences... and after the installation you will have the light that turns on the -home- menu-back-search buttons to filter into the screen. I finished up adding the insurance and getting a brand new for $50.00 and sold the old one for 200

eortizr said:
so I'm about to replace mine.. any tutorial with pics available?
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I can have a tutorial up by tomorrow, unfortunately with pics of the full install but close enough to get you there. The screen I bought was an HTC oem screen and ATT branded, there aren't any that aren't branded so far. Lemme get the tutorial together and ill post it tomorrow.
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eortizr said:
Yes they are.. and they are not original part... there are some differences... and after the installation you will have the light that turns on the -home- menu-back-search buttons to filter into the screen. I finished up adding the insurance and getting a brand new for $50.00 and sold the old one for 200
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I've seen this phone shown off a few times withut the AT&T branding and with just the HTC logo at the top/middle and would prefer that digitizer.
(and no I wasn't mistaking the HD Mini for the Aria lol) Wonder how long before those are available. Probably will have to wait until another carrier gets the phone IF anyone else decides to even pick it up.
The button light issue is quite a drag tho. Sucks. You could try to add some sort of tiny strip above the capacitive buttons area to shield the light from leaking into the viewable screen area.

here is a good video showing a Disassembly of the phone, it might help.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMI7sNY5YZg

doing this now...it is a HUGE pain in the ass

ok, to anyone who tries this BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU PULL THE RIBBON OUT
I pulled too hard and like an asshole I broke the "plug" piece off of the ribbon and it's stuck in the "socket"
looks like it's time to try and scam AT&T again

[Q] Oops.. Broke my screen wrestling with the GF. What replacement is the best?

Title says all. I was goofing around and had my phone in my pocket and landed on it cracking the screen in the corner. Digitizer still works but where can I find a real honest to god OEM replacement screen?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-OEM-LCD-DISPLAY-SCREEN-REPLACEMENT-HTC-G2-DESIRE-Z-/350485715231?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item519a93991f
I don't want to get a cheap ripoff replacement but this looks legit (I guess) Anyone care to give an expert input on if I should get this or not?
Much thanks in advance. (Back to my Moto RAZR V3 til then)

are you sure you broke the digitizer, the lcd screen, or both?
the digitizer should cost you around $20
what you posted is the actualy lcd screen
I would buy from a US seller just avoid any complications.
check the feedback rating on the ebay seller you are buying from
chances are, they have sold the exact prduct before. See what other buyers have to say about their purchase

The digitizer is fine. I checked the function using droid explorer screencast. I cracked the LCD.
I just don't want to replace the screen with some knockoff poor quality LCD.
Thanks for the reply.

Then buying any lcd screen on ebay should be fine. You should understand that generally people on ebay aren't trying to sell you fake or non quality products, unless its blatantly a scam or too good to be true. Buy from a US seller just in case something goes, its easier to deal with. China and other overseas sellers may be able to get you the same product for less, but transit times can take a while. And paypal only has a 45 day grace period for opening disputes to get your money back, in case things go terribly wrong.
-- experienced ebayer
And there's many teardown guides on youtube to get you going. Easy peasy, as long as you're gently and can handle things carefully
By the way, Use the thanks button. A lot better than saying thanks in a post

Gotcha.. I whacked that button for you.
Tearing into the phone won't be an issue. The seller I have linked above is stateside so I will go ahead and purchase that and hopefully be tossing the V3 into backup phone status.

[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

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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

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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
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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.

How hard is it to replace the screen?

My screen got cracked and its hard to find someone who is willing to fix it (besides I dont have too much disposable income anyway). I have never took anything electronic apart before. How hard would it be to fix my screen? Considering my lack of experience would you recommend I dont try to?

I found it quite easy to replace the screen on mine. Im not the most experienced person in the world when it comes to tech, but the G4 is by far one of the simplest phones to take apart.
If your going to buy a new screen, I would strongly advise you go with one with the silver frame/bezel around the screen pre attached. It may cost a couple extra bucks but it is definitely worth it. I bought mine from here: http://www.etradesupply.com/lg-g4-h815-lcd-assembly-with-front-housing-no-small-parts-black.html
I can link you the video I watched if you want, it explains it very well.

Zelphion said:
I found it quite easy to replace the screen on mine. Im not the most experienced person in the world when it comes to tech, but the G4 is by far one of the simplest phones to take apart.
If your going to buy a new screen, I would strongly advise you go with one with the silver frame/bezel around the screen pre attached. It may cost a couple extra bucks but it is definitely worth it. I bought mine from here: http://www.etradesupply.com/lg-g4-h815-lcd-assembly-with-front-housing-no-small-parts-black.html
I can link you the video I watched if you want, it explains it very well.
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That would be cool, Thanks! That way I can see if it seem complicated. Would you happen to know if that website you linked me to will ship to Canada?
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Also it says its compatible with the H815, I have the H812. Would it still work for me?

Here's the video that i watched: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX45jAzco_0
Its pretty straight forward really. There's only a dozen screws to take out, then you take off the plastic shroud, undo the ribbon connectors for the camera, screen and front camera, then remove the mother board, CAREFULLY remove all the components (there is a option for the new screen to have new components already on it, but its like 2x as much $$), then reassemble in reverse order. They tell you that you need a heat gun and double sided tape, but i didn't use either.
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Would you happen to know if that website you linked me to will ship to Canada?
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Yea, they ship worldwide. I'm in Australia and it took probably 1 week to arrive (was over 3 months ago now).
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Also it says its compatible with the H815, I have the H812. Would it still work for me?
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I have the H815T (which is different to the H815 btw) and it works flawlessly. Nice colour, no visible differences from the original (apart from the obvious shattered screen of the original) and it fit straight in.
Any other questions, feel free to ask

Zelphion said:
Here's the video that i watched: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX45jAzco_0
Its pretty straight forward really. There's only a dozen screws to take out, then you take off the plastic shroud, undo the ribbon connectors for the camera, screen and front camera, then remove the mother board, CAREFULLY remove all the components (there is a option for the new screen to have new components already on it, but its like 2x as much $$), then reassemble in reverse order. They tell you that you need a heat gun and double sided tape, but i didn't use either.
Yea, they ship worldwide. I'm in Australia and it took probably 1 week to arrive (was over 3 months ago now).
I have the H815T (which is different to the H815 btw) and it works flawlessly. Nice colour, no visible differences from the original (apart from the obvious shattered screen of the original) and it fit straight in.
Any other questions, feel free to ask
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The youtube video is private.

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The youtube video is private.
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Haha, it wasn't private when I linked it [emoji1]
I found this one that is identical (it is literally the same video with really loud music placed over the top): https://youtu.be/wQvwPdb49es
Anyway, hope it helps [emoji4]

screen replacement

Can anyone guide me from where i should replace my s9 screen which got cracked accidentally.. or how much its gonna cost me in india..
I did try in service center where they told me around 16000 rs... So should I replace the screen or should I leave it or buy a new phone... Any suggestions will be very helpful...

If you don't mind a bit of work you can replace just the glass fairly cheaply provided you're careful not to damage the display:
https://youtu.be/67TvQWQs-48
The entire display assembly costs ten times as much as just the glass (as much as the phone itself) so you really need to be careful.
Years ago I ordered front & back glass to repair a Nexus 5 but failed dismally when I cracked the display while prying the brown glass off.
Watch the video & see what you think, if you can sell it a new phone might be easier, good luck!

rupert3k said:
If you don't mind a bit of work you can replace just the glass fairly cheaply provided you're careful not to damage the display:
The entire display assembly costs ten times as much as just the glass (as much as the phone itself) so you really need to be careful.
Years ago I ordered front & back glass to repair a Nexus 5 but failed dismally when I cracked the display while prying the brown glass off.
Watch the video & see what you think, if you can sell it a new phone might be easier, good luck!
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Unfortunately my whole display has been damaged.. lcd with upper touch.. and i can't find anywhere the replacement part either from local shops or online like Amazon or Flipkart.. any more suggestions

Plenty on eBay, this guys selling refurbished ones for usd$60:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-SM...hash=item4209f85937:m:mPG6lAktxaRiBs1NXbwtU2A
but you can see new display assembly going for around usd$200 which you could probably get a whole new phone for

Dev0638 said:
Can anyone guide me from where i should replace my s9 screen which got cracked accidentally.. or how much its gonna cost me in india..
I did try in service center where they told me around 16000 rs... So should I replace the screen or should I leave it or buy a new phone... Any suggestions will be very helpful...
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Replacing the screen is really hard as its curved.. buy a used phone. Its better financially

kpwnApps said:
Replacing the screen is really hard as its curved.. buy a used phone. Its better financially
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Ok thank you
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Plenty on eBay, this guys selling refurbished ones for usd$60:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-SM...hash=item4209f85937:m:mPG6lAktxaRiBs1NXbwtU2A
but you can see new display assembly going for around usd$200 which you could probably get a whole new phone for
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Will see if it gonna fit my budget

probably not worth it unless you know someone who can give you a deal. maybe look at some mid-ship phones as a replacement as the cost to repair is going to be prohibitive.

Youdoofus said:
probably not worth it unless you know someone who can give you a deal. maybe look at some mid-ship phones as a replacement as the cost to repair is going to be prohibitive.
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Indeed. I was also thinking so... As in service center i was told around 16000 rs... And i think i can have a good midrange phone at this price.. Thank you for the response bdw..