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Another Cracked Screen

Joined the club this morning unfortunately. My touch screen still works, so like many, I just have to replace the front part.
I've read this thread almost in its entirety, but nobody mentions having any success. Has anybody tried replacing the screen themselves? Does anybody know if you can use a blowdryer instead of a heat gun?
Also, where are most people buying replacements? I see the one from China, but I'm a little wary of those so considering this: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2617614
I've replaced laptop and mobile screens in the past (back in the HTC 8525 days), but not sure if this is out of skill-set. Would really appreciate some input.

scopefield said:
Joined the club this morning unfortunately. My touch screen still works, so like many, I just have to replace the front part.
I've read this thread almost in its entirety, but nobody mentions having any success. Has anybody tried replacing the screen themselves? Does anybody know if you can use a blowdryer instead of a heat gun?
Also, where are most people buying replacements? I see the one from China, but I'm a little wary of those so considering this: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2617614
I've replaced laptop and mobile screens in the past (back in the HTC 8525 days), but not sure if this is out of skill-set. Would really appreciate some input.
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There is a video guide on youtube on disassembling the tablet and replacing the front panel. Its by LE55ONS I think is the uploader .Check it out.

filchi756 said:
There is a video guide on youtube on disassembling the tablet and replacing the front panel. Its by LE55ONS I think is the uploader .Check it out.
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His seems to be for the regular 10.1, not 2014. Same process?
Edit: Realized I foolishly posted in the wrong board. Reported the post.

scopefield said:
His seems to be for the regular 10.1, not 2014. Same process?
Edit: Realized I foolishly posted in the wrong board. Reported the post.
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I recommend you should not try to do this yourself but instead send it to a prof.service. you could find them on Ebay. You should only do it yourself if you replace the whole screen assembly.

buhohitr said:
I recommend you should not try to do this yourself but instead send it to a prof.service. you could find them on Ebay. You should only do it yourself if you replace the whole screen assembly.
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How hard is it? I bought the screen for 40 on eBay (US) and am close to buying the materials (heat gun, replacement kits, pry, etc.) I've seen some tutorials on YouTube and just seems to take some patience and perseverance?

scopefield said:
How hard is it? I bought the screen for 40 on eBay (US) and am close to buying the materials (heat gun, replacement kits, pry, etc.) I've seen some tutorials on YouTube and just seems to take some patience and perseverance?
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Someone did replaced the digitizer and the screen didnt worked. So good luck.
I also did cracked mine screen, but I took it to service repair and costed me 285US.
Only positive, is the new replacement screen doesnt have backlight bleeding like mine old one had and was very annoying as hell.
This is first ever big LCD screen that doesnt have any backlight bleeding of all i owned.

dt33 said:
Someone did replaced the digitizer and the screen didnt worked. So good luck.
I also did cracked mine screen, but I took it to service repair and costed me 285US.
Only positive, is the new replacement screen doesnt have backlight bleeding like mine old one had and was very annoying as hell.
This is first ever big LCD screen that doesnt have any backlight bleeding of all i owned.
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That's way out of my range unfortunately. What are these repair people doing that we can't do?

Any other last thoughts? Should be getting my replacement screen this week.

scopefield said:
Any other last thoughts? Should be getting my replacement screen this week.
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If you don't know I tell you, the screen is glued to the digitizer with UV glue and you need a special glue machine to do that. Any other methods like tape, glue strings, glue kits ...what ever, will not work the same way, air and dirt will get in between and you will see mark and bubble all over the screen in the long run, plus the touch/Spen may not even work right any more...So good luck. It's may cost you more but, if you went through all the headache and at the end you still have to buy an assembly...mute point and even cost you more...

scopefield said:
That's way out of my range unfortunately. What are these repair people doing that we can't do?
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They dont change the digitizer only and whole LCD+digitizer frame. None of repair service would change just the digitizer, too much work and very difficult to do it.
Repair cost only 50US and lcd+digitizer frame cost 235US. Looking around the web, its cost around 210SUS LCD + digitizer frame.
After I read that someone failed to replace only the digitizer, since they are glued together and decided take it to repair service instead.

Screen broken:(

Hello
Where may I a replacing screen for my Le Max 2? It has just fallen on the floor and is broken even though the touch screen is still working
thanks

Hope this helps. Check the store feedback before buying.
http://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale...030452&SearchText=le+max+2+replacement+screen

Good to know it can be done and there are spare parts around.
Always thought it was fatal with these newer "design over everything" phones.

neo299 said:
Hope think is helps. Check the store feedback before buying.
http://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale...030452&SearchText=le+max+2+replacement+screen
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Thx for your reply. Can you say which lcd screen is made by LeTV or is there an LCD screen which is made by LeTV? Thx

I don't know. Perhaps someone else on the forum has that information. I think they sell original screens but it's best you contact the sellers directly before ordering.

lcarrere said:
Hello
Where may I a replacing screen for my Le Max 2? It has just fallen on the floor and is broken even though the touch screen is still working
thanks
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Try Le TV service centre ????

Hi!
Any update since October? I`m facing the same issue. I have googled a bit and found some complaints related to LCDs from Aliexpress claiming that they are no so bright and blurry, sometimes with white spots.
I have also find only a glass replacement https://www.aliexpress.com/item/5-7...lgo_pvid=aec8908f-0e28-4202-a650-ab20f3981970
of a glass with digitizer: http://www.ebay.com/itm/for-LeEco-L...966586?hash=item58e23ffdba:g:z4wAAOSw-kdXxPkl
But... also a lot people claims that the LCD is almost inseparable from glass... Do anyone have an experience with only glass replacement?
I found a local service that claims to be able to do that.. but I do not know whether to trust them not destroy the LCD. The said, that they do not have an experience with Le Max 2 but with other phones.
Thanks

xjack03 said:
Hi!
Any update since October? I`m facing the same issue. I have googled a bit and found some complaints related to LCDs from Aliexpress claiming that they are no so bright and blurry, sometimes with white spots.
I have also find only a glass replacement https://www.aliexpress.com/item/5-7...lgo_pvid=aec8908f-0e28-4202-a650-ab20f3981970
of a glass with digitizer: http://www.ebay.com/itm/for-LeEco-L...966586?hash=item58e23ffdba:g:z4wAAOSw-kdXxPkl
But... also a lot people claims that the LCD is almost inseparable from glass... Do anyone have an experience with only glass replacement?
I found a local service that claims to be able to do that.. but I do not know whether to trust them not destroy the LCD. The said, that they do not have an experience with Le Max 2 but with other phones.
Thanks
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If you can get the fast delivery, then you can give it a go. Although it's a risky operation,it might be alright in the end. The service should have some experience if they say that for other brands/phones they have succeeded. It might be ok, but always keep in mind that something might go wrong. And it's not worth waiting 2 months for the glass and another 2 for the display.
Edit: you can google the process and you will see how it's done for other phones. They need to have special devices.

valy_cta said:
If you can get the fast delivery, then you can give it a go. Although it's a risky operation,it might be alright in the end. The service should have some experience if they say that for other brands/phones they have succeeded. It might be ok, but always keep in mind that something might go wrong. And it's not worth waiting 2 months for the glass and another 2 for the display.
Edit: you can google the process and you will see how it's done for other phones. They need to have special devices.
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Thanks for such a fast reply. I already did https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRqSyZk1SOU It seems to be very tricky. I have relatively fast delivery about 2-3 weeks so I`ll give it a try with only a glass an digitizer http://www.ebay.com/itm/for-LeEco-L...966586?hash=item58e23ffdba:g:z4wAAOSw-kdXxPkl.
I`ll write a review after the whole process is done for future reference

Very difficult. They make it look easy on youtube. I attempted a glass only repair on a nexus 6. You have to have correct amount of heat, and the LCD is very fragile. Too much heat will damage the display, but you need enough heat to soften the loca glue to be able to separate the glass from the lcd.. I even had a scientific dry bath at my disposal to get the right temp.. Not worth a home repair attempt IMO.
Cost of the le max 2 is just the reason I bought this phone (vs a $600+ device) and put on tempered glass from Ali express for less than $2. Will you consider replacing your phone for $200?
My wife broke her tempered glass protector twice on the max 2. Easy fix, just replaced the tempered glass cover. I'm just saying I learned the hard way, on a more expensive Nexus 6. I wasn't aware of tempered glass protectors then. Even after destroying my lcd (by trying a glass-only repair) and ending up buying the lcd+glass assembly, I still didn't get the phone's frame tight with the display assembly to make it acceptable.

I tried to repair lcd once for another phone. It took me 1h just to disassemble the phone, and half an hour more to try to carefully separate lcd from digitizer. I failed and then there was no point spending another hour puting the phone back together and had to throw all those tiny parts to the garbage. Think about this before you try.

Home repairs of such kind are a no go. This is why I encourage him to go to the repair shop where they do that kind of repairs to the screen. They do have a special heated plate with temperature adjustment, a vacuum device that eliminates any bubbles between the lcd and glass, etc. Also do note that not all the repair shops are doing this. Most of them are collecting phones for the specialized shops and charge an extra fee.
In conclusion, this kind of repair is not for everybody, and it would be best done in a specialized repair shop. For reference, check the following video:
I know it's written in romanian and for an Allview, but I guess that most of the things are understandable to get the idea of how complicated the whole process is for any home attempt.

So, after a month in repair center I have my phone back. The screen is an original one with digitizer changed. Between digitizer and screen there are some bubbles, buttons are switched, like back is on a left instead of right and the bugged issue... They are very undeterministic and do not always work and sometimes they work without even touching so... Apps are switching and so on... I needed to disable them and use gestures instead.
The repair was about 40USD and digitizer 15 USD... It is hard to say whether it was worth it or exchange the complete screen.

Hello, please help me.
I live in MAYOTTE, I have to order a new screen. I do not find any vendor who delivers in my country.
Mayotte : https://goo.gl/maps/m62kwSK7yC92

raphimor said:
Hello, please help me.
I live in MAYOTTE, I have to order a new screen. I do not find any vendor who delivers in my country.
Mayotte : https://goo.gl/maps/m62kwSK7yC92
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I'm the owner of the repair shop. I can take care of this phone, but I'm living on the other end of the world. Is there any career that can deliver something to you from Europe? I would like to make a video tutorial how to repair this phone, but mine one is working so there is no sense in repairing working phone...

CrazyPonkeyMen said:
I'm the owner of the repair shop. I can take care of this phone, but I'm living on the other end of the world. Is there any career that can deliver something to you from Europe? I would like to make a video tutorial how to repair this phone, but mine one is working so there is no sense in repairing working phone...
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Yes of course. I can receive a parcel from europe thanks to CHRONOPOST

raphimor said:
Yes of course. I can receive a parcel from europe thanks to CHRONOPOST
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I can personally recommend this vendor. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...32820735893.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.xEXMor
Replacing the screen + digitiser on this model is pretty easy provided you have access to a hot air gun. Took me about 15 minutes and I'm in NO WAY a pro. For the price of a new screen I definitely wouldn't attempt a digitizer-only repair.

mikeysteele said:
I can personally recommend this vendor. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...32820735893.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.xEXMor
Replacing the screen + digitiser on this model is pretty easy provided you have access to a hot air gun. Took me about 15 minutes and I'm in NO WAY a pro. For the price of a new screen I definitely wouldn't attempt a digitizer-only repair.
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Wow.... That's cheap enough to order one and have it just in case.....
Thanks for the link

I have brought this one.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Gra...32799506808.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.HsyGUO
And I can say, It's same as the original one in every detail(Even production date so close). Replacement is very easy with tool that came with screen.
BTW, You have to buy glue(B6000,E7000,T8000 or whatver) for fix it in place.

replacement fringerprint sensor

Anyone know where I can get a replacement fingerprint sensor from in the UK.
Cracked the back glass and damaged the fingerprint sensor, can get the back glass.but can't seem to find the fingerprint sensor anywhere. ,Any ideas.
Cheers.

DANIELWHITT said:
Anyone know where I can get a replacement fingerprint sensor from in the UK.
Cracked the back glass and damaged the fingerprint sensor, can get the back glass.but can't seem to find the fingerprint sensor anywhere. ,Any ideas.
Cheers.
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I just googled it and found this, maybe it will help?
https://www.mobiledefenders.com/fingerprint-scanner-for-lg-g7-thinq-genuine-oem-rose.html
From their website:
Do you offer international shipping?
We do! We offer FedEx Priority International for a flat rate of $50.
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65 dollars for the fingerprint scanner and that doesn't include and import tax is not happening. When the scanner itself is on 10 pound ish itself, I've contacted a company who've said they are going to see if they can get the parts. I've used them before and the parts are all OEM which is good. I'll just have to put up with it until the parts become available.

All sorted now. Replacement glass and fingerprint sorted and all for the price of about £25 which was a result. And as good as new, looks wise atleast. Won't be putting it under water to test that side out.

DANIELWHITT said:
All sorted now. Replacement glass and fingerprint sorted and all for the price of about £25 which was a result. And as good as new, looks wise atleast. Won't be putting it under water to test that side out.
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Where did you but the fingerprint sensor? Did it just work after replacing it? I've replaced it and now says "Unable to use fingerprint sensor. Please contact a customer center".

I need a new screen only.

The digitizer/LCD are still good. Where to buy OEM?

Scottay5150 said:
The digitizer/LCD are still good. Where to buy OEM?
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Probably a silly question but have you tried contacting Google support and asking them? They may sell OEM parts or provide you with vendors. There's nothing to lose by asking them.

richii0207 said:
Probably a silly question but have you tried contacting Google support and asking them? They may sell OEM parts or provide you with vendors. There's nothing to lose by asking them.
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I've thought about that. I also think there is a lot of collective brainpower at XDA.

Scottay5150 said:
I've thought about that. I also think there is a lot of collective brainpower at XDA.
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True but contacting the OEM directly regarding OEM parts is most reliable.

richii0207 said:
True but contacting the OEM directly regarding OEM parts is most reliable.
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I am still ISO of valuable information on my OP question.

So your post says you need a new screen only, but then you say the LCD digitizer is good. The screen is the digitizer and glass glued together. So it's not very clear what your implication is. But in either case if the glass is broken or the digitizer is messed up your only viable option is to purchase a digitizer with glass assembly and replace yourself. I have done this and you have to buy a special adhesive when you reinstall it.
Okay Google... What does iso mean. It means in search of. Thanks for making me Google your relatively uncommon acronym outside of Reddit to see what it meant.

dontbeweakvato said:
The screen is the digitizer and glass glued together.
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Actually, it's three layers: screen, digitizer, and glass, but I think you know that. In his case he apparently cracked the glass but the screen still registers touch events. That means the digitizer is still intact.
Getting a hold of Google is best here. Repair costs from them should still be more affordable than trying to do it himself, especially if he's never done it before or doesn't have the right equipment. I don't think Google is going to provide info on where to purchase screens and so on.
There is one guy on the forums who has a blacklisted device. Maybe he will be interested in unloading it, if the price is right.

You'll probably need the whole assembly this is posted on ifixit "
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Not that i could find. i ordered a glass replacement and took extra care in removing the lcd screen from the glass and couldn't even get an inch of it off without breaking the lcd. Bottom line you have to replace the glass/lcd screen. i found one online for around 250.00 somewhere." You're better off going to ubreakifix and they'll do it for you for around $200~.

I was hopeful the assembly was not all or nothing. I replaced by Note 2 screen a few millenia ago. It sounds like it's an entire front end is needed?
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Not that i could find. i ordered a glass replacement and took extra care in removing the lcd screen from the glass and couldn't even get an inch of it off without breaking the lcd. Bottom line you have to replace the glass/lcd screen. i found one online for around 250.00 somewhere." You're better off going to ubreakifix and they'll do it for you for around $200~.
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I never cracked anything. It's smudgy and it's driving me crazy.
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
Actually, it's three layers: screen, digitizer, and glass, but I think you know that. In his case he apparently cracked the glass but the screen still registers touch events. That means the digitizer is still intact.
Getting a hold of Google is best here. Repair costs from them should still be more affordable than trying to do it himself, especially if he's never done it before or doesn't have the right equipment. I don't think Google is going to provide info on where to purchase screens and so on.
There is one guy on the forums who has a blacklisted device. Maybe he will be interested in unloading it, if the price is right.
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Scottay5150 said:
I was hopeful the assembly was not all or nothing. I replaced by Note 2 screen a few millenia ago. It sounds like it's an entire front end is needed?
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They have glass replacement only for like 40-50 on some websites. But it seems the major difficulty even the repair websites are facing is separating the display from the glass. I do see some glass replacement only options but I don't think they're OEM sadly.

Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
Actually, it's three layers: screen, digitizer, and glass, but I think you know that. In his case he apparently cracked the glass but the screen still registers touch events. That means the digitizer is still intact.
Getting a hold of Google is best here. Repair costs from them should still be more affordable than trying to do it himself, especially if he's never done it before or doesn't have the right equipment. I don't think Google is going to provide info on where to purchase screens and so on.
There is one guy on the forums who has a blacklisted device. Maybe he will be interested in unloading it, if the price is right.
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An oem digitizer+glass is about $150. That blacklisted phone he paid $300 for it, so he's screwed either way. The board isnt worth anything because of its status. And I wasn't going to get to technical with someone who has problems with basic sentence syntax. He doesn't need to worry about glass replacement of the digitizer because it's similar to a thin foil glued to the glass. You'd need a machine to replace that.

Question Protective sticker on the camera "visor"?

Hey, good people,
Did your Pixel 6 Pro have a sticker on the camera when taken out of the box? I think I may have received a returned unit, mine didn't have one.

Mine had neither a screen protector on the screen or camera.

wilpang said:
Mine had neither a screen protector on the screen or camera.
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Same for me ...

Nothing on mine. Weird about yours

galaxys said:
Nothing on mine. Weird about yours
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Parts shortages, part spec change, sloppy production line/QC practices... who knows?
Not a critical item.
If it you could correlate that to a manufactured date/plant that might be interesting.
Inspect closely for any physical damage.
Charge to 100% Boot.
Use ScreenTest to check the display. Test cam, internet/phone, bt, wifi, and basic features.

wilpang said:
Mine had neither a screen protector on the screen or camera.
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Not sure what you call a screen protector. Pixels never had screen "protectors", the most recent Pixel 6 just had a piece of paper loosely layed on the screen that you were able to easily pull off.
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Hey, good people,
Did your Pixel 6 Pro have a sticker on the camera when taken out of the box? I think I may have received a returned unit, mine didn't have one.
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I had no sticker on the camera. It's possible that it was returned, but it's also just possible that the human that assemblied the phone forgot to remove the sticker. If you remember the leaked assembly videos, almost the entire assembly is done by humans by hand, so mistakes wouldn't surprise me.

they dont come with any. Just the paper bit on the screen.

tr0ubles0me said:
Hey, good people,
Did your Pixel 6 Pro have a sticker on the camera when taken out of the box? I think I may have received a returned unit, mine didn't have one.
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There's no screen protection when you open the box. There's just a paper covering the screen. I would suggest to watch one of the unboxing videos and verify if that's what you got.

Mine had clear plastic stickers over all glass surfaces. Probably what people are referring to as "protectors". They do indeed protect from dings and scratches during shipping.