Hey everyone,
I had the unfortunate mess of dropping my Evo face flat onto some concrete today. I didn't play the insurance plan so I don't have that to fall back on. Only the glass is broken; the digitizer is working perfectly fine. I emailed my university's Sprint rep to find out if replacing just the glass is a possibility, and if the price point is low enough, I'll gladly just mail it in. However, I heard that chances are, I'll end up having to settle with a refurbished unit and pay money on top of that. I'm comfortable opening up my own electronics and replacing parts, but I've never dealt with replacing just the glass before. I know I'd need to melt the adhesive with a hair dryer in order to remove the glass, but are there any techs out there willing to divulge the exact process on how to remove the glass? I would be eternally grateful!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwDysxiiYu8&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Also it's my understanding that the digitizer is built into the glass. Glass and digitizer are words used interchangeably. Hope that helps. Good luck
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I don't usually recommend YouTube but that for tutorials since most of them don't take the time to explain theory which leave a lot of new users in trouble but in this case watching any of the tear down videos will actually help you much more then written instruction
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moses2303 said:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwDysxiiYu8&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Also it's my understanding that the digitizer is built into the glass. Glass and digitizer are words used interchangeably. Hope that helps. Good luck
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Glass can carry an electrostatic charge, its because of this ability that glass is preferred when building things like copiers(the charge keeps the paper in place) and touchscreens. The built in digitizer can read subtle changes to the capacitance in the glass.
I can replace the whole screen for ya.
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How much would you charge for that?
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tuscani1821 said:
I can replace the whole screen for ya.
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how much would you charge?
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om4 said:
I don't usually recommend YouTube but that for tutorials since most of them don't take the time to explain theory which leave a lot of new users in trouble but in this case watching any of the tear down videos will actually help you much more then written instruction
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Glass can carry an electrostatic charge, its because of this ability that glass is preferred when building things like copiers(the charge keeps the paper in place) and touchscreens. The built in digitizer can read subtle changes to the capacitance in the glass.
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moses2303 said:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwDysxiiYu8&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Also it's my understanding that the digitizer is built into the glass. Glass and digitizer are words used interchangeably. Hope that helps. Good luck
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I looked at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxMxgnMmm60 for a tear down of the actual phone. Then I was going to assume that removing the screen would be similar to every other phone (i.e. the OG Evo) and would have went by a YouTube video and an iFixit walk through to do it.
As for the glass, I thought the purpose of the hair dryer/heat gun was to melt the bonding layer keeping the glass adhered to the digitizer grid. But, taking a second look at replacement parts I can buy, they don't just sell the glass; it has to come in a whole pre-adhered package (which is much better). I'm guessing the glue that's actually melted is the glue that keeps the glass/digitizer adhered to the casing? If that's how things are, then that's a little less scary than what I originally thought. It's really just this whole melting-the-glue procedure and having-a-really-hot-item-near-my-phone that's keeping me from doing this myself.
And I work with Dielectric Elastomers, so capacitors are a topic I'm quite interested in. But thanks for the quick background anyway =].
That said though, I found http://www.cpr-nyc.com (CPR = cell phone repair, clever huh?) and they look pretty reputable. I'll have to stop in their store this weekend and find out how much the procedure will cost. If it's under $100 bucks, I'll probably consider it (the glass & digitizer itself is $50 without shipping). Do any of you NYC goers have any experience with them? No disrespect to tuscani1821, but they're a subway trip away and unless you'll do it for much cheaper than they quote, I'll have to go with them. Would you mind enlightening me on how you would go about replacing the screen anyway? I would be very grateful.
Thanks everyone for chiming in!
They quoted me for 130 here in Missouri and they didn't have the part. They told me I would have to check back with them weekly to see of they had the part. That was a month ago. I just shipped it to HTC and got the screen replaced by them. (I would not recommend this unless it's a last resort)
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Thanks for giving me some insight! $130 for just the repair, or $130 for parts and repair? And if you don't mind me asking, how much did HTC repairing your phone set you back? Also, how long did that take?
Maybe physically going to the store I can haggle as well as make sure they get the part soon. I'll share my experience when I go make a visit.
Ugh HTC was a nightmare. Originally quoted me for 140 then when I mailed it to them they didn't get it for 2 weeks (not sure if that's their fault or usps) then they requoted me 220 for the repair when they got it and didn't tell me why. So I just paid bc they charge you a 45 dollar diagnostic fee just to look at it and by this point I'm 3 weeks no phone. They sent it back quick. Got it back and fired it up and they had re locked my s-off lazy panda bootloader and erased my files. (I halfway expected this even though it had nothing to do with a screen). Then my phone won't activate on sprint, sprint had to do a special thing (quick ticket?) that took a day with adding my esn to the network. Took me forever to figure out what the hell that was about and eventually got a hold of someone from HTC.
Turns out they replaced my entire motherboard and that's what also led to the extra charges. I asked what they did that for (thinking that it was simply spite about my s-off bootloader) he said he didn't know. So they basically charged me (punished me) for having s-off because my phone was working just fine, just had a broken screen, which doesn't require mobo replacement. He supposedly escalated my call to a special team that I have yet to be contacted by and that was last week. I'm going to call again tomorrow and get some answers. Needless to say I wouldn't do that again. But I was in a bad spot and needed a phone and didn't think I'd get this much bs.
CPR seems to know what they are doing and even though I didn't end up getting to use them, I definitely would have had they had the parts. A quick look online and I noticed that lcd screens and digitizers are (separate and together) are now in Stock from some wholesalers. I'm sure you'll have better luck with them. They said 160 I believe with parts and labor. But that wasn't definitive bc they didn't have access to the part at the time.
Phew
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chiggerfruit said:
Thanks for giving me some insight! $130 for just the repair, or $130 for parts and repair? And if you don't mind me asking, how much did HTC repairing your phone set you back? Also, how long did that take?
Maybe physically going to the store I can haggle as well as make sure they get the part soon. I'll share my experience when I go make a visit.
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I could do $100 if you cover shipping. That would include the work and the part
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Find a replacement screen for $50, watch a video on repair online, and fix it yourself. Not that difficult once you get the hang of it.
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I just checked the CRP (cell phone repair) shop here in Salt Lake UT, and they say they won't have parts for another month or so, FYI.
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konc-ur noob said:
I just checked the CRP (cell phone repair) shop here in Salt Lake UT, and they say they won't have parts for another month or so, FYI.
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You can buy all you want on ebay.
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So i've been an Atrix owner for about 2 weeks now and my worst nightmare happend today. I was buying a drink from a vending machine and the phone slipped out of my pocket and fell SCREEN FIRST onto concrete.
I quickly picked it up and noticed THERE WAS A HUGE CRACK in the screen!
I AM SO SAD RIGHT NOW cause i bought the atrix outright from AT&T
i dont think the LCD panel itself was damaged but the glass on the surface only. The display looks perfectly fine still so i was curious if anyone knows how to switch out the glass part? What tools do i need?
I found this one ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Motorola-MB860-...838?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item588d7db4fe
is this the right part?
or do i have to buy the entire LCD, cause its much more expensive:
http://cgi.ebay.com/AT-T-MOTOROLA-A...507?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item33666a4883
also, does anyone know any reputable sellers that sell LEGIT parts such as the digitizer? I'm not sure if i can trust these random ebay sellers...any suggestions would be appreciated
i attached some pictures to show you what happend - i still can't believe it happend
i'm also really surpirsed the gorilla glass broke so easily. The drop was at MOST 1.5 feet..
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So i've been an Atrix owner for about 2 weeks now and my worst nightmare happend today. I was buying a drink from a vending machine and the phone slipped out of my pocket and fell SCREEN FIRST onto concrete.
I quickly picked it up and noticed THERE WAS A HUGE CRACK in the screen!
I AM SO SAD RIGHT NOW cause i bought the atrix outright from AT&T
i dont think the LCD panel itself was damaged but the glass on the surface only. The display looks perfectly fine still so i was curious if anyone knows how to switch out the glass part? What tools do i need?
I found this one ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Motorola-MB860-...838?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item588d7db4fe
is this the right part?
or do i have to buy the entire LCD, cause its much more expensive:
http://cgi.ebay.com/AT-T-MOTOROLA-A...507?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item33666a4883
also, does anyone know any reputable sellers that sell LEGIT parts such as the digitizer? I'm not sure if i can trust these random ebay sellers...any suggestions would be appreciated
i attached some pictures to show you what happend - i still can't believe it happend
i'm also really surpirsed the gorilla glass broke so easily. The drop was at MOST 1.5 feet..
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Yea, thats not a bad deal. You could use DealExtreme though if you wanted. But this seems like a good deal.
Teardown Video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbR56jSplRs
Watched a bit and it looks like a good tutorial.
Also, if you don't have the tools you might want this kit.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Motorola-MB860-...195?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2310051643
It's about the same price and those are both going to ship from Hong Kong. So expect a wait. I didn't find any sellers in the U.S.
There are some that would ship from the U.S. without tools but the price is more like fifty bones instead of 30 something.
Good Luck
JdgM3NT4L said:
Teardown Video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbR56jSplRs
Watched a bit and it looks like a good tutorial.
Also, if you don't have the tools you might want this kit.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Motorola-MB860-...195?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2310051643
It's about the same price and those are both going to ship from Hong Kong. So expect a wait. I didn't find any sellers in the U.S.
There are some that would ship from the U.S. without tools but the price is more like fifty bones instead of 30 something.
Good Luck
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You are brave soul for recommending such a bad tools.
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Thanks for the recommendations everyone
Do you suggest a better pack of tools? Why do you say they're bad?
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You are brave soul for recommending such a bad tools.
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Nah, they are more than capable. I replace digitizers frequently and I rarely have to break out my "good set' of tools. Yeah these are simply cheap lumps of plastic. But they work. And these tools should be safer to use than almost anything that the average person, who doesn't do this sort of thing regularly, might have on hand. I just didn't want him to order a digitizer and attack it with a butterknife. I was trying to be subtle about it tho... We don't want anyone to scuff their bezel now do we?
I am always on the lookout for great deals on tools for this. And I look forward to your recommendation for a tool set.
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You can find a replacement glass here. globalpartsdirect dot com
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You can find a replacement glass here. globalpartsdirect dot com
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You mean http://www.globaldirectparts.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=atrix
Your phone should be under warranty! Call company first!
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Your phone should be under warranty! Call company first!
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Warranty covers a broken screen? Reason I ask is because I would rather have MOTO replace the screen (or the phone entirely) than me replacing the screen and voiding the warranty. I do not have insurance
I broke the glass on my phone 3 weeks after I bought it and didnt have insurance on it. I called motorola and they sent me an rma. I sent it in and they sent it back to me fixed in less than a week. If I remember right it cost $90 for them to fix it.
so it was only the digitizer after all?
+1 for photo of toilet roll by the bed, classy...
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Nah, they are more than capable. I replace digitizers frequently and I rarely have to break out my "good set' of tools. Yeah these are simply cheap lumps of plastic. But they work. And these tools should be safer to use than almost anything that the average person, who doesn't do this sort of thing regularly, might have on hand. I just didn't want him to order a digitizer and attack it with a butterknife. I was trying to be subtle about it tho... We don't want anyone to scuff their bezel now do we?
I am always on the lookout for great deals on tools for this. And I look forward to your recommendation for a tool set.
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A friend and I splurged on the $60 iFixit tool kit because we made some spare cash on the side repairing classmates' phones. It works well, although I still don't know if I would justify the price. It seems that the major complaint on reviews for replacement electronics parts are the parts that come with them, if at all, so maybe getting a better set is worth it if you replace digitizers frequently. Replacing the Atrix digitizer/screen is a fairly easy task compared to other phones until you get to putting the new screen on, at which point trying to get the cables back into the housing becomes a pain.'
Good luck!
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+1 for photo of toilet roll by the bed, classy...
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Lol.....betting if you look hard enough there's lotion there somewhere too!
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Ugh I'm going to have to do this. My digi. Is farked as well. Now, is there a video to put this back together?. I agree that taking it apart is not the hard part at all.
iFixit will have a tear down guide.
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Surprisingly there is no video to put it together...
Let me tell you from experience that it's damn near impossible to put it back together without tearing the digitizer ribbon straight off the screen while trying to slip it through that tiny hole that you pulled it out of. I've replaced two screens and I still don't think I can get it right.
My screen cracked twice while still under warranty, so I played the clueless n00b after I replaced the glass (cracked screens are not covered under warranty) and claimed the phone wasn't working and I couldn't figure out why.
Strange thing is, I also couldn't find a place online that would do replacement digitizers either. I didn't look for long, but if you don't have an option of a warranty return, I'd pay the $50 or so to let someone else do this for you and get it right...
YMMV...
I recommend taking it apart completely, you can attach the digitizer to the bezel/chassis and then you don't have to deal with trying to slide the cable through that tiny hole, you can just clean the digitizer, clean the lcd, put them together and then put the entire mounting plate back together and it just clips straight in...essentially you make this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/180835204777?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
completely removes the chance of tearing the cable off the back of the digitizer...which is pretty common, sort of adds the step of getting the mounting plate off the fascia bezel...but its not to hard, be careful when popping up the volume/buttons camera cable area, that cable tears easily.
I have been EXTREMELY careful with this phone, yet i managed to see a scratch on the screen as i pulled it out of my pocket. I'm still in my 30 day period and was wondering if at&t would take it back and exchange it for a new one...
I would suggest you contact the company where you bought the phone. But i think you can Imagine what their answer will be. But not all hope is lost. Nowadays you can replace phonescreens pretty cheap if you do this yourself or by someone else.
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If you go back and replace your phone because of a microscratch on your screen, you're likely to get some very cross looks from the rep you speak with, and may not even get the exchange.
Now, I don't typically condone lying, but as one of the people who will potentially get screwed over by AT&T's new 5% rule in October... If you go back and complain about the battery or a "sluggish and laggy" phone, you'll probably get in and out quick and painless. But... Like I said before I don't condone lying, so I'm officially washing my hands of this thread
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I have some light scratches despite being really careful, screen not as tough as you would like to think!
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I have been EXTREMELY careful with this phone, yet i managed to see a scratch on the screen as i pulled it out of my pocket. I'm still in my 30 day period and was wondering if at&t would take it back and exchange it for a new one...
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Yes just tell warranty exchange that the phone over heats and shuts off randomly they will. Exchange it be warn that sometimes the phone that you get back may have some flaws not physical but hardware wise my exchange came back with gps not working had to give it yo Motorola to fix they just gave me a whole new device gps is awesome again
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And once again we see why our insurance rates and deductibles keep going up!
You scratched your phone..............it's not indestructible..............deal with it like the majority of us do instead of trying to scam a replacement for something which you did yourself!
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And once again we see why our insurance rates and deductibles keep going up!
You scratched your phone..............it's not indestructible..............deal with it like the majority of us do instead of trying to scam a replacement for something which you did yourself!
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I've had to replace two Atrix's so far, once because the housing was "loose" (probably manufacturing) and I called to see if there was a way to fix it myself and they said to just replace it. The second time was because the micro usb port was messed up (kept reading as if it was plugged in) so I brought it in and I was able to replicate the problem. Both times I had the phone back to them within 48 hours and both times the issue was physically apparent and replicated.
This is also an issue because a lot of us wanted an unlock-able bootloader but it was thought that many people who should not be "modding" their phone was going to try and probably take advantage of the warranty if they messed it up. This is just another version of that and it makes the argument harder for the rest of us that say we will take responsibility for our actions.
Put a screen protector on it and it won't get scratched. If the screen protector gets scratched get a new one.
Try putting a screen protector on it and see if the scratches are visible. They don't seem noticable to me. And no you can't repair with scratch remover cream. at least I didn't have much luck.
Another option buy the screen from ebay and repair it yourself. Not hard to do. I replaced mine after fallling from top of second story apartment building balcony on to the side walk. With otterbox impact case.
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The answer is no ill tell you why
it cannot be returned any device with liquid or physical damage cannot be exchanged or returned... but it really depends on the scratch
He said he is still in the 30 day period, all he has to do is take it back to the store and they will exchange it for a new one.
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On my iphone, I used automobile finishing tools to get a HUGE scratch out of my iPhone. I have not tried it yet on my Atrix, but are not they both made of Gorilla glass. Specifically, I used Meguir's #2 (like liquid sandpaper) followed by #9. Worked AWESOME to remove the scratches.
Gorilla glass is totally overrated. IMHO grab a couple of cheap eBay screen protectors before it's too late.
If anything, buy and use them for the peace of mind alone...
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He said he is still in the 30 day period, all he has to do is take it back to the store and they will exchange it for a new one.
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This is different in each company and county. So like i earlier suggested, calling the company. You will not get any further with suggestions of our side.
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I have found there to be many places that can replace a screen for about 40 dollars in at&t does not take it back
I dropped my phone a couple days ago, tried to not pay it any mind. It was inside a slippery pocket and I took off my coat to turn it inside out for the rain and the phone went with it, OF COURSE. Did a quick inspection, everything looked fine so I pocketed it and went on my way.
This morning I was surveying my phone near my bedside window and I caught this weird glimpse of an arch so I tried to rub it away thinking it was a smudge.
Tilted the phone a little more and noticed that it's actually the plate behind the glass. So fragile. </3
I didn't get insurance, so I could probably go sign up then come back a couple days later and act like "OH NO!!"? Or should I just get a case and call it good? The crack isn't noticeable unless you tilt the screen and stare at it for a moment, and there aren't many moments where I or myself is staring at the back of it. Performance doesn't seem to be altered either.
Thoughts? Suggestions?
My guess is that performance won't be affected.
However, cracks tend to grow. It may be small now, but it likely will get bigger, unless you're lucky enough that both extremities of the crack are headed towards the bezel. Your call, but with it being on the back, and if you're getting a case, I would deal with it personally. Not having insurance sucks.
Also, trying to get ins on it now is not a horrible idea. Particularly if the damage is tough to see. Florescent lights are horrible for seeing those defects, the sun is much better.
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Well the crack is heading from the bottom and arches up to the side. I'd take a picture of it but I only have my phone's camera and it might be a little difficult to even get a picture of the crack with a mirror. So I assume it couldn't grow any more from that. (I hope.) I'm buying a few silicone cases right now. :x
Edit: managed to get a picture of it with my webcam. See that?
sorry to hear...
this is the first phone i bought insurance for.
hopefully my Belkin bumper and Zagg kit will be in by the 27th so i can some level of protection on it. but would either have been able to prevent an impact fracture like that? i kinda doubt it. the bumper should make a it a bit less slippery at least.
i'd get insurance, while you can, if you're going to keep the device for a couple years i'm sure you'll have a good reason to call it in before all is said and done. either due to physical damage from being dropped one too many times or heck, just to replace the non-replaceable battery.
NOTE: BestBuy insurance = $10/mth over 24mths OR $170 if paid up front.
At first I wasn't considering insurance, but now I am definitely going to get it after seeing the crack. So when I get it, will I be able to play off the situation of my phone or will they look at it first and determine that it can't be replaced without a fee? I feel like I should've put this in Q&A with all the questions I have. :x Didn't think I had so many. Just wanna make sure so I don't **** myself over lol.
I am not sure how they will proceed as far as wanting to see the phone first. I wish you all the best with it !!
If they won't do it, some people have said that by putting a screen protector on it that usually keeps the crack from spreading. ( I noticed it is on the back, it should still work) Regards.
The crack isn't on the Gorilla 2, it's across the plate beneath it. So I'm hoping it just stays as is and doesn't fracture any further.
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I dropped my phone a couple days ago, tried to not pay it any mind. It was inside a slippery pocket and I took off my coat to turn it inside out for the rain and the phone went with it, OF COURSE. Did a quick inspection, everything looked fine so I pocketed it and went on my way.
This morning I was surveying my phone near my bedside window and I caught this weird glimpse of an arch so I tried to rub it away thinking it was a smudge.
Tilted the phone a little more and noticed that it's actually the plate behind the glass. So fragile. </3
I didn't get insurance, so I could probably go sign up then come back a couple days later and act like "OH NO!!"? Or should I just get a case and call it good? The crack isn't noticeable unless you tilt the screen and stare at it for a moment, and there aren't many moments where I or myself is staring at the back of it. Performance doesn't seem to be altered either.
Thoughts? Suggestions?
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My sympthies
We've all been there, done that. If they got a dollar for everytime they tried selling someone insurance to go with their phone but that person said "it's fine. i won't drop it", they'd be able to retire. I've been one of those people. Which is actually why I'm on this phone now instead of my Galaxy S3 haha
Good luck. One thing that bugs me is often the insurance doesn't cover drops.
If you can get best buy insurance I'd go for it. The only thing they don't cover is lost or stolen I hear.
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I read up online that geek squad has an advanced insurance that covers drops. But I don't think I can go back and get it because what do you know, I've hit the third week mark of having this phone. Fffff-.
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They might help you out with insurance at best buy. If not, you'd need to get something like square trade of zagg warranty or a competitor. Att insurance is a joke, 7.50/mo with a $200 deductible.
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Murasakiii said:
I read up online that geek squad has an advanced insurance that covers drops. But I don't think I can go back and get it because what do you know, I've hit the third week mark of having this phone. Fffff-.
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You have one month from date of purchase...least that's what they told me. Same as for the AT&T warranty purchase window.
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You have one month from date of purchase...least that's what they told me. Same as for the AT&T warranty purchase window.
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Thanks for the info! I'll go back some time this week. Cutting it pretty close for myself. I'm hoping they don't notice the crack, maybe I can just get my phone replaced. Hopefully the advanced insurance isn't too much more.
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Thanks for the info! I'll go back some time this week. Cutting it pretty close for myself. I'm hoping they don't notice the crack, maybe I can just get my phone replaced. Hopefully the advanced insurance isn't too much more.
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You just need to go in with the original receipt and say you want to add insurance. You don't have to show the phone then. Wait a week and then have the phone replaced. Done it twice.
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Or instead of scamming the insurance, you could just live with the purely cosmetic crack and have better karma. Just saying...
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What's the replacement payout at the end of 2 years? Do they replace the device or pay out the value?
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What does karma have anything to do with my phone?
Anyway I got denied insurance.
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Never mind I should have just not posted. Just annoys me seeing threads about how to scam insurance. And, yes, getting insurance after something is broken is a scam.
But regardless, I'll shut up now. Everyone can flame away.
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My thread isn't about scamming insurance, it was asking if I should ignore it and get a case or get the cases plus insurance so I'd be protected from further harm to my phone. Being snarky to posters because I asked for suggestions is unnecessary. I've never bought insurance for a phone before, and it just so happens that since there's a small crack I can't have insurance at all. Wonderful.
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You could get it over the phone with AT&T I bet.
Or squaretrade or zagg.
Ok i have attacked 2 photots to this post of the 1st and 2nd i have cracked my G2's screen the 1st time was in october and the second time today/ :crying: the 1st time my g2 was naked with no case and the second time it had a Beyond Cell Tri-shield case on it. why i think it may be cured is how it cracked in the same corner as last time. LOL
i love my G2 but must just have bad luck
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Ok i have attacked 2 photots to this post of the 1st and 2nd i have cracked my G2's screen the 1st time was in october and the second time today/ :crying: the 1st time my g2 was naked with no case and the second time it had a Beyond Cell Tri-shield case on it. why i think it may be cured is how it cracked in the same corner as last time. LOL
i love my G2 but must just have bad luck
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Yep it's gotta be a curse... the curse of butter fingers
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clapper66 said:
Ok i have attacked 2 photots to this post of the 1st and 2nd i have cracked my G2's screen the 1st time was in october and the second time today/ :crying: the 1st time my g2 was naked with no case and the second time it had a Beyond Cell Tri-shield case on it. why i think it may be cured is how it cracked in the same corner as last time. LOL
i love my G2 but must just have bad luck
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Don't worry broke my black G2 screen too, bottom left corner, fell in bathroom. Lol phone actually said detected damaged screen and showed menu for alternate controls . Eventually repair was free because Gophermods which sucks (replaced screen 4 times over one month), didn't do it properly and got intermittent grey lines. Eventually got a white one with refund money. Ironically original now works fine after screen lifted off from housing relieving pressure on ribbon cable inside.
What happened in your case, how did you drop and get repaired?
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Don't worry broke my Black G2 screen too, bottom left corner, fell in bathroom. Lol phone actually said detected damaged screen and showed menu for alternate controls . Eventually repair was free because Gophermods which sucks (replaced screen 4 times over one month), didn't do it properly and got intermittent grey lines. Eventually got a white one with refund money. Ironically original now works fine after screen lifted off from housing relieving pressure on ribbon cable inside.
What happened in your case, how did you drop and get repaired?
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my case is fine, i woke up because my phone when off at 9am i went to put it down and it slid off my nightstand and i picked it up not even thinking about it, then when i got up went to go use it and it would not unlock so i restarted thinking it froze or something then turn it back on a resized it was cracked when it did not respond, and it was hard to see the crack with screen protector on. organically i took it to CPR: cell phone repair cost me $200 call them back to day and asked what they could do for me, guy said it would be $200 so i screen F**K you and hung up i, im going to just change it my self. i was hesitant back in october because there we no guides on line but now there are.
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Yep it's gotta be a curse... the curse of butter fingers
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nope its actually the cure of putting i down when i was half a wake and having it slide off my nightstand. :crying:
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nope its actually the cure of putting i down when i was half a wake and having it slide off my nightstand. :crying:
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Lol. I don't get how it broke with a case. Just unlucky I guess. I have a thin diztronic case on and its been safe so far. Also if you look around for a cell phone shop they'll repair it for around 65-100 dollars depending on if they have the piece or not. I work part time at one and they charge 65 for iPhone repairs because they have plenty off screens fir it but they charge 100 for phones they need to order a screen for.
If u have the tools it's easy to do yourself. Just watch a YouTube video and follow along step by step. It's actually what we do at the store with phones we haven't done before
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Lol. I don't get how it broke with a case. Just unlucky I guess. I have a thin diztronic case on and its been safe so far. Also if you look around for a cell phone shop they'll repair it for around 65-100 dollars depending on if they have the piece or not. I work part time at one and they charge 65 for iPhone repairs because they have plenty off screens fir it but they charge 100 for phones they need to order a screen for.
If u have the tools it's easy to do yourself. Just watch a YouTube video and follow along step by step. It's actually what we do at the store with phones we haven't done before
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could it have to do with the way they re glued the screen down? thats all i can think of.
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my case is fine, i woke up because my phone when off at 9am i went to put it down and it slid off my nightstand and i picked it up not even thinking about it, then when i got up went to go use it and it would not unlock so i restarted thinking it froze or something then turn it back on a resized it was cracked when it did not respond, and it was hard to see the crack with screen protector on. organically i took it to CPR: cell phone repair cost me $200 call them back to day and asked what they could do for me, guy said it would be $200 so i screen F**K you and hung up i, im going to just change it my self. i was hesitant back in october because there we no guides on line but now there are.
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I hear LG will do it for about $140 according to another xda member, when I called LG they refused to give me a quote unless I mailed them my phone. Looking back I should have gotten it repaired by LG. Gophermods was $239.xx after taxes used that refund plus $80 more for a new one White this time on eBay.
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If u have the tools it's easy to do yourself. Just watch a YouTube video and follow along step by step. It's actually what we do at the store with phones we haven't done before
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I'm sure that's how the Gopermods guy repaired mine. I warned him to be careful about the ribbon cable the third time he replaced my screen, it's very sensitive. He repaired it a fourth time again got grey lines/imprint of previous activities. He didn't glue the screen properly each time. It eventually peeled off the housing after he offered refund and since pressure disappeared it works fine as long as it's not completely in the housing. They really screwed it up big time. I knew more about repairing it than he did. I mean he was nice and took my advice but was just incompetent. The day I got my refund a lady with a "repaired" iPad screen came back a second time because it didn't respond in some corners.... shows you how bad the company is. They are learning/schooling on our stuff lol.
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I hear LG will do it for about $140 according to another xda member, when I called LG they refused to give me a quote unless I mailed them my phone. Looking back I should have gotten it repaired by LG. Gophermods was $239.xx after taxes used that refund plus $80 more for a new one White this time on eBay.
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I'm sure that's how the Gopermods guy repaired mine. I warned him to be careful about the ribbon cable the third time he replaced my screen, it's very sensitive. He repaired it a fourth time again got grey lines/imprint of previous activities. He didn't glue the screen properly each time. It eventually peeled off the housing after he offered refund and since pressure disappeared it works fine as long as it's not completely in the housing. They really screwed it up big time. I knew more about repairing it than he did. I mean he was nice and took my advice but was just incompetent. The day I got my refund a lady with a "repaired" iPad screen came back a second time because it didn't respond in some corners.... shows you how bad the company is. They are learning/schooling on our stuff lol.
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well i think in the future im just going to put a Verizon insurance coverage on my phone. look at it this way the insurance is $10 a mouth and with a two year contract im going to be spending $240, and could break the phone over and over and just get it replaced.
Yeah that's probably best.
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Well, it's just probably bad luck. With these devices, you just gotta be careful and not drop them. More likely than not, they will break when dropped. Also, I can't help but notice the amount if fingerprints on the screen (and probably the back). I suggest you wipe them more often to prevent the accumulation of fingerprints (and oils).
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Well, it's just probably bad luck. With these devices, you just gotta be careful and not drop them. More likely than not, they will break when dropped. Also, I can't help but notice the amount if fingerprints on the screen (and probably the back). I suggest you wipe them more often to prevent the accumulation of fingerprints (and oils).
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That's why I got a white one second time, harder to see fingerprints and smudges.
judging by the smudges you probably shouldn be handling anything of value when busy with lube
Or better buy a casing that is easy to handle. Not easily drop when sweaty or oily. A casing that worth a price.
Hi everyone,
I've had my N9 for 6 days and I've already got a cracked corner on the bottom left... I'm really angry as I didn't drop it or anything!!! It most probably happened when placing it on the table or something.. Really annoyed, I thought these screens where durable.. Any advice on repairs??
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HTC will fix it of courses, but the prices won't be pretty. And Gorilla Glass is strong, but dropping it at the right angle or applying pressure can crack it. Yours might've broke if it was installed incorrectly at the original factory.
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I'm not sure I'm going to get it repaired, it costs too much but I will try and return it in my 14 day money back guarantee and see what they have to say. I'm really p*ssed though.. I didn't do ANYTHING to it.. All want happened was I literally layed it on the table.. I also JUST ordered a case for it on Sunday... Super mad.. I've only had it 6 days and there are only a hand full in my country so exchanging it will be a real pain.. -_-
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Google "screen cracked on its own" and you'll see other users that have experienced it randomly. I'm certain it's related to how the device is assembled, but I'm not sure how the store will respond when you attempt to return it.
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Afterlife737 said:
Hi everyone,
I've had my N9 for 6 days and I've already got a cracked corner on the bottom left... I'm really angry as I didn't drop it or anything!!! It most probably happened when placing it on the table or something.. Really annoyed, I thought these screens where durable.. Any advice on repairs??
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Sounds like its just a bit off the corner then... you might try some AUTOMOTIVE WINDSHIELD REPAIR GLUE on it. That repair won't fix a screen that is completely spider cracked, but it might help hold it together or make it less visible. Could even hide the damage ENTIRELY from the store you are returning the thing to.
Personally, I would try the repair, and then decide if I wanted to keep it or try to return it.
Wow, that actually sounds like a really good idea! I would send a pic of the screen but I already took it back (they said they would try and send it for RMA so I said why the hell not) anyway I can always try it when I get it back from them and then try and return it at a different store do you have any links for something like this?? Or where to get it ??
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Wow, that actually sounds like a really good idea! I would send a pic of the screen but I already took it back (they said they would try and send it for RMA so I said why the hell not) anyway I can always try it when I get it back from them and then try and return it at a different store do you have any links for something like this?? Or where to get it ??
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Most moderately large car part and accessory stores should carry stuff like that. It comes in a small tube, and sometimes with an injector syringe. Here in Canada, Canadian Tire does. In the US, discount auto parts, autozone, napa. I don't know what car part retail is like in Prague though, sorry.
To give you an idea;
http://www.autozone.com/sealants-glues-adhesives-and-tape/windshield-repair
(the two repair kits, not the silicon)
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Rain-X-Windshield-Repair-Kit/34163599
I'll try and look around is it expensive?? This is the closest pic that I can find of how the crack looks... Do you think it could hide this?
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Just a plain line from one side to the other in the bottom left corner.. No webs or anything..
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Most moderately large car part and accessory stores should carry stuff like that. It comes in a small tube, and sometimes with an injector syringe. Here in Canada, Canadian Tire does. In the US, discount auto parts, autozone, napa. I don't know what car part retail is like in Prague though, sorry.
To give you an idea;
http://www.autozone.com/sealants-glues-adhesives-and-tape/windshield-repair
(the two repair kits, not the silicon)
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Rain-X-Windshield-Repair-Kit/34163599
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They sell this here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmdWIg-p_BI
http://www.amazon.com/Loctite-37613-Windshield-Adhesive-Syringe/dp/B0015POUIM
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I'll try and look around is it expensive?? This is the closest pic that I can find of how the crack looks... Do you think it could hide this?
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It would certainly reduce it.
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Afterlife737 said:
They sell this here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmdWIg-p_BI
http://www.amazon.com/Loctite-37613-Windshield-Adhesive-Syringe/dp/B0015POUIM
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That loctite stuff is what you're looking for.
You may or may not able able to make use of the suction cup thing. What that does, is it basically sucks some air out of the crack, then pushes the glue into it. To be honest, I'm not sure how the vacuum process would even work on a digitizer. You may only want to smear the glue on the surface, let it soak in a bit and UV cure, then razor blade it.
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It would certainly reduce it.
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That loctite stuff is what you're looking for.
You may or may not able able to make use of the suction cup thing. What that does, is it basically sucks some air out of the crack, then pushes the glue into it. To be honest, I'm not sure how the vacuum process would even work on a digitizer. You may only want to smear the glue on the surface, let it soak in a bit and UV cure, then razor blade it.
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Thanks man, I'm going to definitely give it a try! Unlike car windscreens that you can see through, I think that the dark digitizer under the glass might help conceal it better no? :-o Any do you have any personal experience with this? Any tips?
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Thanks man, I'm going to definitely give it a try! Unlike car windscreens that you can see through, I think that the dark digitizer under the glass might help conceal it better no? :-o Any do you have any personal experience with this? Any tips?
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Well, my experience with car windshield repair glue is for repairing car windshields. I'll tell you that on a car windshield, that stuff *massively* reduces the appearance of a chip or crack, and can stop spider cracks from spreading.
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Well, my experience with car windshield repair glue is for repairing car windshields. I'll tell you that on a car windshield, that stuff *massively* reduces the appearance of a chip or crack, and can stop spider cracks from spreading.
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Well it sounds good and certainly from the vids I've seen it looks to work like a charm when done properly My final question is, is this stuff safe for mobile devices?
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Well it sounds good and certainly from the vids I've seen it looks to work like a charm when done properly My final question is, is this stuff safe for mobile devices?
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I can't imagine that it would cause any problems. Its basically just a UV activated epoxy.
Sounds great thanks so much for your help! Now I just hope that it will work
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