Hi,
Today when I pulled my phone out of my pocket I was greated with a nasty looking crack right down the center of my screen. The crack appears to have stemmed from the earpiece downwards.
I have had the phone for 18 months now and as far as I'm aware I didn't knock, drop or apply any pressure to it. Has anyone had any experience of the screen cracking on its own?
The screen is still functioning I'm trying to use the stylus with a light touch for now, I'm not sure how long I've got before it breaks altogether?
How much do new screens cost? I imagine it wouldn't be worth replacing since I could probably purchase a new phone for a similar price.
Thanks
Ric
Mines been cracked for months and still works ok and like
you I have no Idea how it happened,
You can get the LCD Display and touch Screen from Ebay for around £25,
which is what I will be doing when mine finally packs in
£25 is much better than I'd imagined. I'll see how I get on with the cracked screen. It's not too bad if I look at it straight on.
My contract is over with O2 at the end of this month so I don't have long to wait to get a new phone. I was hoping to maybe sell this phone, so changing the screen might be a good option for me.
Thanks
Related
Hi
I recently dropped my diamond a few days ago and caused a big crack around the top right corner of my diamond.(it was only on a wodden floor ive dropped my n95 on concrete before and i havn't got a scratch) I didnt have any insurance or any cover on it. I rang up the htc customer helpline and they couldn't give me a final price, they quoted between £50-£100!!! I then rang up orange and they said that they would swap it for a one off fee of £30 + atleast a 4 month subscription to orange care at £6 a month. This comes to £54 which is a bit better but still quite a bit. It isnt the actual lcd screen broken and from what I can see its just the touch screen on top.(unless theres another layer of something). The phone is working fine, theres no problems using the touch screen except for when i tap it I can see pressure marks around the crack being applied to the lcd screen.
Is there any other place that could repair my phone for a cheaper price? I did look for the touch screen and I can get it for £30 but I would not want to risk opening my phone up and causing more damage.
Thank you
p.s. I can upload pictures of the crack if required
its better in the long run to send it off to a service center
this is a bit tough because it will cost you but thats the price
that you will have to pay, it will better in the long run than
buying the screen and doing a DIY bodge job on your phone.
HD
I am in the same side as HtcDia on that.
Send your phone to HTC, you'll pay the price but it's worth it.
Well I disagree with the other two posters in this thread.
I had a similar problem with a samsung phone and finally I bought the screen off ebay and ventured to change it myself (with some courage and no experience at all in this matters) and I succeeded!!.
Wall, as your phone isn't covered by warranty if I where you I'll try to change the touchscreen myself as it is the outermost layer it'll probably be easier.
Good luck
Who said his phone's not covered by warranty? Dropping it and cracking the screen isn't covered, but by replacing it yourself you'll likely void any warranty you do have. This means if you have problems in the future that are actually HTC's fault, and not just a simple mistake, they won't fix it for you. I know it sucks, it's not a good position to be in when you're down 50 pounds for a completely unintentional mishap... But I think that's the way to go. Sorry.
ah i've went and did it so my phone slipped from my hands yesterday and fell face first even though it was in its case. i picked it up to reveal a cracked screen frowning back at me so i immediately thought of you guys and your expert opinions haha. now im not too informed on how contract extensions work but i saw the g1 w/ 2yr contract for 48.88 at walmart. i signed up for my brand new contract sometime january 2009.
now, my lcd is still displaying fine and the touch is still responsive as if it never dropped. if you were me, someone who has no experience opening a g1:
a. and find a replacement digitizer and do it yourself
b. buy a used g1
c. upgrade for another g1
d. wait for a different phone
i really like the G1, but are there any other android phones that are headed our way that you guys think i should check out? any helpful thoughts on the matter are appreciated.
edit: i'd like to add that i'm also on T-Mobile
Its going to be a lot cheaper if you just buy a digitizer and replace it yourself. It will take a little work, but you should be able to do it yourself.
If I was you and I had the money, I'd buy the Sholes/Droid when it comes out. It's basically a second gen G1 (hardware keyboard, 64mb more ram, 5mp camera, 854x480 3.7" screen ect).
yeah i was thinking about replacing it but everytime i think about those ribbons inside, i get scared that i might rip/crack/tear it or wont be able to plug it back into where it came from. i might have to take the chance though
and thanks for showing me that phone AdrianK, i'll look into it! do you recommend checking out any other android phones with physical keyboards? also do you guys see yourselves still using G1's 1-2 years from now?
found some info on the motorola droid http://www.boygeniusreport.com/2009...akes-appearance-on-motorolas-site/#more-37162
looks interesting
I have a broken G1 I'm tryin to repair the Touch screen was unresponsive when I got it but I've been learning how to fix the inside parts as well as the outside.
I've come to a crossroads while I was rooting the phone the android popped up on the screen and I couldn't touch it so I took the Digitizer off and then cleaned both the LCD and Digitizer and the Touch was working but the Keyboard wasn't as responsive then put them back together only to find I didn't connect the cable that connects the LCD to the Motherboard I suppose. Took it back part and somehow the flex cable that connects the digitizer to the LCD ripped. Now when it turns on the LCD works but it's just a black blank screen. Shouldn't it work without a Digitizer?
I only took the Screen parts off not the whole phone could there be a problem with the motherboard connecting to the LCD?
My HTC Hero has a broken touch screen and LCD screen.
Can anyone suggest a cheap place to get them from?
And if anyone is wondering how it broke, I ran it over with my van.
Not intentionally of course.
Phone is from Alltel so it would be $95 to claim it on insurance
Also does anyone have any suggestions what I can put on the screen until I can replace it? It's rough on the fingers to use because of the cracks.
EBAY
Yup eBay has every spare part you would want for your Hero. I just ordered a digitizer yesterday (thats your screen), and that all you need to replace if behind the broken digitizer is a clear picture on your lcd.
This has happened to me twice. I got replacement on ebay for 30 dollars. It includes the whole front panel, touch screen digitizer, and lcd screen. It took me 5 minutes to replace. Just a couple of screws and a connector. Easy Peasy!
I dropped my hero yesterday as well. There was no damage to the screen/ LCD but there are a few scratches to the body. Are there replacements for that as well?
Supposedly sprint will fix any physical damages to the phone, as long as it still works.
supposed to do it for $35 in store without the $7 protection plan.
http://bit.ly/g5RfAB < Goes to the repair part of sprint's website.
I haven't tried it, so let us know if they will fix it.
I was quoted $35 by two different sprint stores to replace my screen. Still haven't fixed it yet, it is only a small crack in the corner and doesn't bug me that much.
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CraigCraig said:
My HTC Hero has a broken touch screen and LCD screen.
Can anyone suggest a cheap place to get them from?
And if anyone is wondering how it broke, I ran it over with my van.
Not intentionally of course.
Phone is from Alltel so it would be $95 to claim it on insurance
Also does anyone have any suggestions what I can put on the screen until I can replace it? It's rough on the fingers to use because of the cracks.
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Put regular tape over it
http://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-HERO-OEM-LC...919428?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f057b8004
I bought that before..include LCD, Digitizer, and Front Bezel. The bezel was scuffed up and had a few nicks but the digitizer and LCD were in perfect condition.
Don't try that at home
Based on personal experience
I strongly advise against attempting a DIY screen replacement.
Here's my sad story:
1) I dropped my poor little hero, then managed to step on it screen down, completely scratching the entire screen surface.
2) I went on eBay and spent about $40 for a replacement screen/digitizer kit.
3) The kit arrived 10 days later. Very nice package - appeared to be high quality.
4) I followed the directions to the letter. (fwiw I'm generally pretty skilled at this sort of repair stuff, and have repaired other phones and computers with good results).
5) My little hero is no more. It works like crap. None of the buttons work correctly. The trackball no longer works consistently. It's essentially unusable (except maybe as a backup storage device).
If any good can come of this, perhaps it will be that others will read my sad tale and avoid a similar fate!
Yours,
Jim
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Based on personal experience
I strongly advise against attempting a DIY screen replacement.
Here's my sad story:
1) I dropped my poor little hero, then managed to step on it screen down, completely scratching the entire screen surface.
2) I went on eBay and spent about $40 for a replacement screen/digitizer kit.
3) The kit arrived 10 days later. Very nice package - appeared to be high quality.
4) I followed the directions to the letter. (fwiw I'm generally pretty skilled at this sort of repair stuff, and have repaired other phones and computers with good results).
5) My little hero is no more. It works like crap. None of the buttons work correctly. The trackball no longer works consistently. It's essentially unusable (except maybe as a backup storage device).
If any good can come of this, perhaps it will be that others will read my sad tale and avoid a similar fate!
Yours,
Jim
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When you stepped on it it probably damaged the motherboard or some other part because the digitizer doesn't really have anything to do with the trackball.
You do have to make sure the trackball housing is inserted correctly in the new bezel. Also, do not overtighten the screws on the bottom or the buttons work wonky. I just tightened them a little, checked, and made sure I didn't over tighten.
Damn it. I just dropped my SGS from about a foot and a half off the floor and the glass/screen cracked. The phone still works fine but I don't think I can live with it like this. Is it possible to get it fixed? How expensive an endeavor is it to get the glass replaced?
Edit: I don't know if it makes any difference but it's really just the glass that is broken. The display still looks fine and works fine. I'm not sure how these things are constructed and if just the glass can be replaced or if the entire thing needs to be changed. I'm worried that by continuing to use it and carry it around in my pocket that the display may become damaged.
What are the chances that I can get samsung or bell to replace it outright if I stress test it and the SD/motherboard fails again.
mattzaj said:
Damn it. I just dropped my SGS from about a foot and a half off the floor and the glass/screen cracked. The phone still works fine but I don't think I can live with it like this. Is it possible to get it fixed? How expensive an endeavor is it to get the glass replaced?
Edit: I don't know if it makes any difference but it's really just the glass that is broken. The display still looks fine and works fine. I'm not sure how these things are constructed and if just the glass can be replaced or if the entire thing needs to be changed. I'm worried that by continuing to use it and carry it around in my pocket that the display may become damaged.
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If you decide to change the screen on your own, check my thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=745262. Replacing my own screen thru repair service would have cost 250€ and by changing it by myself it cost 90€. These days you can get new screen from ebay with ~50€.
Where did you spend the extra 40€ above the cost of the screen? I've not read anything about the repair process but did find some ebay listings for replacement screens for $55, which isn't bad at all.
mattzaj said:
Where did you spend the extra 40€ above the cost of the screen? I've not read anything about the repair process but did find some ebay listings for replacement screens for $55, which isn't bad at all.
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Phone was very new on the market when I bought the screen. That's the reason why screen cost 90€ then. 2 weeks after I bought it the price dropped to ~50€
She says it died a LONG time ago and the phone has just been collecting dust (no chance on using warranty).
Im new to this device and subforum - is this a common problem with the note 5? The cheapest Ive seen for a replacement screen is like $200 and for that much shes probably better off getting a brand new phone.
She says the pixels started to bleed before the screen completely died.
What are my options?
I wouldn't throw the term died around unless the device doesn't power on. As the screen bled, getting a replacement screen would be in order.
I've replaced my screen twice and battery twice.
You'll need a heat gun, a replacement back and a few tools for opening phones - notably a few guitar picks. The back has glue which will break the seal and you will probably crack it, so hence the replacement back.
When you're breaking the seal of the old screen, be very careful about going too far on the bottom edge, as you can easily cut through the touch ribbons and finger print one.
You should be able to get a screen for much cheaper than $200.
Good luck.
Turbine1991 said:
I wouldn't throw the term died around unless the device doesn't power on. As the screen bled, getting a replacement screen would be in order.
I've replaced my screen twice and battery twice.
You'll need a heat gun, a replacement back and a few tools for opening phones - notably a few guitar picks. The back has glue which will break the seal and you will probably crack it, so hence the replacement back.
When you're breaking the seal of the old screen, be very careful about going too far on the bottom edge, as you can easily cut through the touch ribbons and finger print one.
You should be able to get a screen for much cheaper than $200.
Good luck.
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Whats wrong with the term died? The screen needs to be replaced, its not dead? What am I missing?
And yes the device still powers on. I can hear notifications and stuff when turning it on, just cant see anything.
Ive only replaced broken iphone screens before, and every time Ive done it it was a screen/digitizer replacement. Is the process similar?
And where are you seeing screens for under 200? Even the sketchy looking ones are priced at around $200.
Thanks for the reply.
@Turbine1991 where'd u find cheap screens?
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Turbine1991 said:
You should be able to get a screen for much cheaper than $200.
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bump again. I would like to do something with this phone.
Id even sell it, but no way to wipe the data off it.