If I have a shattered screen, (the LCD still looks great, just glass/touch not working) will I be able to repair the phone? How do I remove the glass?
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Just don't buy it, is going to be a waste of time a money. The digitizer is glue to the LCD the only way to remove it from the LCD is by heating up the old digitizer which can damage the LCD. To get to the digitizer you would have to remove the battery which is also glue to the phone and you have to heat it up too and since the battery is kind up liquidity you would ruin it....my best advice would be to take it to someone who know how to do this, something like this can only be done by a profecional...PS this is not a product for a regular person, is for people who understand the process and know how to take the phone apart and put is back together.
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Just don't buy it, is going to be a waste of time a money. The digitizer is glue to the LCD the only way to remove it from the LCD is by heating up the old digitizer which can damage the LCD. To get to the digitizer you would have to remove the battery which is also glue to the phone and you have to heat it up too and since the battery is kind up liquidity you would ruin it....my best advice would be to take it to someone who know how to do this, something like this can only be done by a profecional...PS this is not a product for a regular person, is for people who understand the process and know how to take the phone apart and put is back together. Just don't buy it, is going to be a waste of time a money. The digitizer is glue to the LCD the only way to remove it from the LCD is by heating up the old digitizer which can damage the LCD. To get to the digitizer you would have to remove the battery which is also glue to the phone and you have to heat it up too and since the battery is kind up liquidity you would ruin it....my best advice would be to take it to someone who know how to do this, something like this can only be done by a profecional...PS this is not a product for a regular person, is for people who understand the process... » Read More Just don't buy it, is going to be a waste of time a money. The digitizer is glue to the LCD the only way to remove it from the LCD is by heating up the old digitizer which can damage the LCD. To get to the digitizer you would have to remove the battery which is also glue to the phone and you have to heat it up too and since the battery is kind up liquidity you would ruin it....my best advice would be to take it to someone who know how to do this, something like this can only be done by a profecional...PS this is not a product for a regular person, is for people who understand the process and know how to take the phone apart and put is back together. « Show Less
586286
My honest answer to this is, just buy a new phone, it's harder than you think trying to replace that screen. Unless you get someone at a phone repair place to do it for you, in which they wil charge a lot of money.
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You could replace the screen with this digitizer although removing it is a hassle and lcd breaks easily, tried too, pulled on glass, broken. here's a better solution without worrying about the current lcd or just in case comes with digi and lcd Replace LCD DISPLAY Touch Screen Digitizer FOR LG Optimus E960 Google Nexus 4and a heat gun works well for removing glass although takes time and you can get burned if not careful
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You should get original equipment replacement for your phone. I was told when mine was replaced, the cheaper ones aren't the same quality. It wasn't just a sales pitch because I purchased the lcd replacement on my own and brought it to the repair shop.
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The glass has no adhesive. I did buy a roll of the 2mm and I did need to use it. I also bought an additional kit but may not have needed it. A few extra guitar picks helped me. Replacing only the glass is a unique repair; it seems the glass and the screen are a component. There is a complete layer of adhesive between the LCD and the glass and that has to be completely removed and done without. Careful separation of the glass from the LCD is critical and with the right tools that will not damage the LCD. I watched as many S4 specific YouTube vids as I could find. More answer than you asked for but if it helps than it was worth a read. The glass has no adhesive. I did buy a roll of the 2mm and I did need to use it. I also bought an additional kit but may not have needed it. A few extra guitar picks helped me. Replacing only the glass is a unique repair; it seems the glass and the screen are a component. There is a complete layer of adhesive between the LCD and the glass and that has to be completely removed and done without. Careful separation of the glass from the LCD is critical and with the right tools that will not damage the LCD. I watched as many S4 specific YouTube vids as I could find. More answer than you asked... » Read More The glass has no adhesive. I did buy a roll of the 2mm and I did need to use it. I also bought an additional kit but may not have needed it. A few extra guitar picks helped me. Replacing only the glass is a unique repair; it seems the glass and the screen are a component. There is a complete layer of adhesive between the LCD and the glass and that has to be completely removed and done without. Careful separation of the glass from the LCD is critical and with the right tools that will not damage the LCD. I watched as many S4 specific YouTube vids as I could find. More answer than you asked for but if it helps than it was worth a read. « Show Less
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This is only the touch screen replacement. It doesn't replace the LCD screen. My guess is your LCD screen is damaged. I don't think this will fix your problem.
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Hey, I still haven't attempted mine, however, my friend does fix them for a living and he told me its easier to buy the whole LCD w/glass, that if you try removing glass wrong it'll snap the LCD board if you don't use a heating pad like repair shops use. He said just buying the glass is a money scheme though, that's why I haven't tried mine yet
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yes. the digitizer is the glass screen on the front of the phone that fits into the phone's chassis (frame). it is just a flat piece of glass with the black trim and wire that you see in the picture. it is not the lcd screen which is behind/underneath the digitizer screen. if your screen cracked from an impact that didn't seem too severe, then your lcd screen is probably still ok. when removing and replacing a cracked digitizer screen, use very little heat to soften the glue around the edge of the screen, otherwise you'll damage/destroy the lcd screen underneath. i'd actually recommend using the tip of an clothes iron instead of a heat gun or blow dryer. good luck and take it slow. yes. the digitizer is the glass screen on the front of the phone that fits into the phone's chassis (frame). it is just a flat piece of glass with the black trim and wire that you see in the picture. it is not the lcd screen which is behind/underneath the digitizer screen. if your screen cracked from an impact that didn't seem too severe, then your lcd screen is probably still ok. when removing and replacing a cracked digitizer screen, use very little heat to soften the glue around the edge of the screen, otherwise you'll damage/destroy the lcd screen underneath. i'd actually recommend... » Read More yes. the digitizer is the glass screen on the front of the phone that fits into the phone's chassis (frame). it is just a flat piece of glass with the black trim and wire that you see in the picture. it is not the lcd screen which is behind/underneath the digitizer screen. if your screen cracked from an impact that didn't seem too severe, then your lcd screen is probably still ok. when removing and replacing a cracked digitizer screen, use very little heat to soften the glue around the edge of the screen, otherwise you'll damage/destroy the lcd screen underneath. i'd actually recommend using the tip of an clothes iron instead of a heat gun or blow dryer. good luck and take it slow. « Show Less
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This is most of it. You will also need a extremely small screw driver, a pry tool, and double sided adhesive tape. I used super glue and you can see some residue through the screen. Make sure it is just the screen that is broken and not the digitizer as well. Best of luck to you
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If you have an iPhone 5 you can use this to replace just the glass (assuming that is all that is broken). It is not easy, but it can be done. Search the internet for a tutorial or video for help.If you have a 5s, then this will NOT work. You will have to replace the whole display. You can get that on Amazon too search for "iphone 5s digitizer".
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Digitizer will replace your shattered screen. The LCD screen is under the digitizer. Most difficult part is removing the shattered screen. If rubber frame is damaged replace. Very cheap. Plastic tools are not much help. Use all the utube sites for assistance.
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If the phone still works you only need a new screen. If you can't operate the phone then you need a new digitizer
179761
Double check that the digitizer connector is secure. I damaged the ribbon cable to the screen the first time I tried to fix my phone. I had the opposite problem, my touch screen would respond but no picture. Double check that the digitizer cable isn't damages either. Just a tiny tear ruined mine
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You may not want to go this route. Even though replacing just the glass is the cheapest it is also the most time consuming and skill demanding repair. The glass, digitizer and LCD are fused together. Buying the $95-99 part with the tool kit is the best way. use iFixit.com to learn how to do the repair.
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Does your screen still work fine, other than having cracks in the glass? If so, then this will work. If not, you need a whole unit.I own this product, but havent installed it yet. Be advised that replacing the whole unit is probably an easier operation. Also be aware that this item took like WEEKS to arrive. (It shipped from overseas.)
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Replacing the glass really does take a heat gun. Being overly cautious, I used a hair dryer on a low setting and this took forever. Patience is the key to separate the glass from the video panel. Obviously, I didn't have patience this day so I ended up breaking the panel as well (thankfully I had insurance). There are video's on YouTube that explain the whole process. Can it be done - YES! Is lots of patience required - YES! If the screen in my replacement phone goes again, I have a little more confidence to do this once more.
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well the first time you change it, it's hard to get the glass off. you have to heat the glass up to about 180 degrees F to melt the glue under it . using a heat gun. not to hot though, because you will damage the LCD Digitizer under the glass and discolor it. ( that's what happen to me but barley noticeable) any way its is frustrating, but possible. If your just going to buy a new phone anyway because your phone is cracked, Just try it
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Hi, this is just the replacement touch panel or digitizer.If you also have broken the LCD, this replacement does not serve.change a digitizer tablet or a mobile phone, is complex.you can irreparably damage the device.If you do not have experience in these devices, we advise you to contact a professional in your city.I hope having been helpful.
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This product is the glass only. The "screen" is actually two parts, one layer is the AMOLED display (this part is like your monitor), and the second part is the glass screen that overlays it (this part). If you cannot see anything on your screen (i.e. a black screen) or are seeing artifacts (like rainbows/distortion) this part will not fix that, for that you need to replace the AMOLED screen AND the glass (around $200). If your glass is cracked but your AMOLED screen is okay, then this part can correct this.