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Which of these Fascias is worth purchasing for me?

I've recently got on Xplore 1.1 and started upgrading my phone. By the looks of it, an O2 XDA Trion seems to be unlikely (availability and also some new developments) to reach my hands. I am considering getting a replacement fascia from eBay but am not sure which I should get and why. My phone works very well with the exception that the stylus is falling out (fixed temporarily by using the paper bag trick) and a few falls left the fascia chipped and scratched. The primary D-pad,call keys and soft keys seem a little dirty but they don't look too bad.
I am looking at this full housing which is at 40 pounds, and this A-grade (does this mean brand new or what?) housing without the d-pad and surrounding keys for almost 30 pounds.
Truthfully, I don't want to spend a lot but I am hesitant to send my device back as it works a treat (ht545 G3 unit so I doubt 4GB SD works but I never actually filled an entire GB so at worst I might get a San Disk High Speed 2GB mini SD later on). I am also intending to obtain a full Invisible shield for the wizard as it seems to be damn near impossible to find a black silicone case for the wizard (without the unbreakable screen cover; I just want to slap on a brando protector like the one I have on now).
So which of those two should I get and what the hell is A-grade?

I Bought a dummy wizard phone for 10$,
It worked just fine, all the part are exctly the same....
(i bought it from ebay , so try to have a look....)
good luck
Tom

Well that's a great idea but what do you call them exactly? I can't find such things?

AsGF2MX said:
Well that's a great idea but what do you call them exactly? I can't find such things?
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Yep they are called exactly that - Dummy Phones

Granted this is on the ebay us site, but it may help you out. They are cheap so maybe it would be less een with shipping than buying from a shop in the uk.
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&satitle=mda+dummy&category0=

jimmymotek said:
I Bought a dummy wizard phone for 10$,
It worked just fine, all the part are exctly the same....
(i bought it from ebay , so try to have a look....)
good luck
Tom
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Good idea but I think the housing of a dummy is glued. If not, then i would be interested on buying a HTC Wizard dummy (I dont like the cingular )

WizeMan said:
Good idea but I think the housing of a dummy is glued. If not, then i would be interested on buying a HTC Wizard dummy (I dont like the cingular )
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I bought a dummy phone thinking I'd be able to use the housing. Unfortunately I was wrong. There are numerous reasons why the one I've got wouldn't work: it's glued, but buttons don't all work, the mini-SD slot isn't cut through, etc.
If anyone would like the one I wasted my money on and you're willing to pay postage let me know.

Well, this morning I was searching for dummy phones and the only one I found was in Germany for around 30 Euros...thanks for the heads up that it won't work; you just save me from a major headache.
So once again, it boils down to the question which of those two I originally linked would be worth it (I sure as hell have no idea what A-grade means...should I ask the seller or...)?

A-Grade probably means premium quality...

WizeMan said:
A-Grade probably means premium quality...
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Well that item is actually gone and I found these two off eBay as well...
this for around 28 pounds - original O2 Housing (says "EXCELLENT CONDITION ALL ROUND. LIKE BRAND NEW" so probably not brand new).
this for around 29 pounds which looks like a fake or at least is missing the O2 logo and is said to be 95% new (What's that mean?)
I don't have a T6 which the second one comes with and the first guy will throw in for an extra 2.99 - making both approximately the same price. So is the saving of 10 pounds, when compared with the brand new housing listed earlier, worth it?
Also found this keypad (d pad, soft key, call key and email) for another 10 pounds almost but as I only have one little ding...I doubt I need it.
EDIT: After a lot of thought, I am going to order from the guy above who has the XDA mini S cover (with O2 logo) and toss in 2.99 for the T6 screw driver as well). I am also going to get the black silicone case with that unbreakable cover. I just hope I'm making a good investment. As all in all, it'll cost me around 40 pounds (with the protector and all).
Now the only thing bugging me is how do I transfer the stickers and warranty labels cleanly?

costs to replace housing

Does anyone know how much HTC UK charge to replace the housing (not the screen or battery cover) of a HD2?
I would like to get mine changed but HTC UK want me to send in the phone before they will give an price!

Ouch! I hope you like the results... I'm curious about the price of that too. It's a bit early, but you might find a parts-only phone with a smashed screen or something and a suitable body.

go to truesuppliers webpage they have them for 80.00

brokendojca said:
go to truesuppliers webpage they have them for 80.00
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Do a google search before you buy there. I've read they sell cheap/poor quality stuff.

Looking too now. Mine has developed a crack that has spread from the battery slot to the edge of the screen.

i rang htc uk last friday asking about this. they said they could pick up the device next day. repair time would be 10 days. cost to replace all plastics (by this i assume they mean the main housing/battery cover. possibly the main body of the phone as well) £65. probably best to call them yourself to check that price. they said they would be in touch to let me know the price when the damage had been assessed by an engineer.
i didnt bother with this as my housing only has superficial damage so went looking for a good replacement. got one on order now. when it comes i'll post up a pic. check my thread for updates. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=851273

HTC One M7 Housing

I just messaged a prestige local phone repair company, they're charging me 109$ + i have to supply the housing for this repair. Wondering what do you guys think? We can honestly, go with just a clear type skin or any skin for protection and replace the housing when the damages get really bad. What do you guys think of this pricing?

Going off what I've seen from teardowns (ifixit), this phone is a PITA to get into, and pricing for parts isn't too bad as I've seen some parts for sale online and the housing is relatively inexpensive. I would say it isn't that bad of a price for them to replace the housing. Might I ask why are you looking into this, just prospective or is something wrong with yours?

i was also wondering how the h when i break the screen am i going to fix it lol So you say it is going to be easy?

ryan09266 said:
Going off what I've seen from teardowns (ifixit), this phone is a PITA to get into, and pricing for parts isn't too bad as I've seen some parts for sale online and the housing is relatively inexpensive. I would say it isn't that bad of a price for them to replace the housing. Might I ask why are you looking into this, just prospective or is something wrong with yours?
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Accidentally dropped mines... =/ the dents are actually getting to me. Also having a change of hearts kinda digging the black one.. and lets say 6 months down the road it would give you that new feeling of a phone.
Ryche666 said:
i was also wondering how the h when i break the screen am i going to fix it lol So you say it is going to be easy?
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Well it would probably cost the same as replacing the housing... its def wont be easy.

What would you do...?

So I go to order a new oem LCD and digitizer on ebay, found one, bought it and then I get a message from the guy after he ships it out to me saying, 'Hey, I just put your package in the mail, it was the L900 lcd digitizer assembly, right?' .....No, it wasn't it was suppose to have just been the LCD and digitizer, not with the housing still super adhesived on. I have a T889, which is why I was happy to have found that LCD and Digitizer combo for only $90. But the housings are not compatible with T889 and L900, so I would have to run the risk of damaging the LCD/Digitizer of the new one, just to switch it to my T889 housing.
What should I do? Should I mingle and see if someone has a screen they would like to trade? Should I mail it back to him and lose 35% in restocking fees? Should I turn around and sell it? I need my phone for my day to day life and my job. What would you guys do?

Aiekazie said:
So I go to order a new oem LCD and digitizer on ebay, found one, bought it and then I get a message from the guy after he ships it out to me saying, 'Hey, I just put your package in the mail, it was the L900 lcd digitizer assembly, right?' .....No, it wasn't it was suppose to have just been the LCD and digitizer, not with the housing still super adhesived on. I have a T889, which is why I was happy to have found that LCD and Digitizer combo for only $90. But the housings are not compatible with T889 and L900, so I would have to run the risk of damaging the LCD/Digitizer of the new one, just to switch it to my T889 housing.
What should I do? Should I mingle and see if someone has a screen they would like to trade? Should I mail it back to him and lose 35% in restocking fees? Should I turn around and sell it? I need my phone for my day to day life and my job. What would you guys do?
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Did you use Paypal? If so just contact them about a FULL refund. There is no point in arguing with the guy if it is his fault. In my opinion I would contact the company you used to pay him especially if he is going to try and get a restocking fee out of you for his mistake, that is ridiculous.

Why would he confirm the screen after sending it out? Clearly, he has done this on purpose! Make a dispute claim with eBay and PayPal.
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Cracked my HTC M8 screen glass

Hello guys,
Yesterday, I dropped my phone by mistake and cracked the screen, so I went online to look for replacement (I can change it by myself) and ended up not knowing what I exactly need.
My question is do I need this https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Free-Shipping-for-HTC-One-M8-LCD-Screen-Display-Touch-Screen-Digitizer-Assembly/800156_2046697346.html?src=google&albch=search&acnt=479-062-3723&isdl=y&aff_short_key=UneMJZVf&albcp=304964476&albag=11402194156&slnk=&trgt=dsa-62796764476&plac=&crea=64152582916&netw=g&device=c&mtctp=b&memo1=1t1&gclid=Cj0KEQjwsO6-BRDRy8bsxfiV2bkBEiQAF8EzKAy1YydCzYq8AeRHSHbDCTHSTlwdXW_P3EdSkpvs4GMaAqWj8P8HAQ to replace my screen?

It would be easier to just purchase the lcd and digitizer with front housing. The 3 pieces would be already assembled. IMHO it is just easier to spend the few extra dollars to avoid a possible hassle. And, for the record this is the route i went when i replaced mine. I only buy from sellers located in the U.S. to avoid warranty/replacement issues of parts (if you live in the U.S.).
Here is a quick Ebay search of what I'm talking about. HTC M8 LCD+Digitizer+Frame

LightWeight_CO said:
It would be easier to just purchase the lcd and digitizer with front housing. The 3 pieces would be already assembled. IMHO it is just easier to spend the few extra dollars to avoid a possible hassle. And, for the record this is the route i went when i replaced mine. I only buy from sellers located in the U.S. to avoid warranty/replacement issues of parts (if you live in the U.S.).
Here is a quick Ebay search of what I'm talking about. HTC M8 LCD+Digitizer+Frame
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Hey,
Thank you for the reply and no I am not from US.
So, this one should work? http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-HTC-ONE-M8-LCD-Display-Touch-Screen-Digitizer-Frame-Replacement-Assembly-/282122816484?hash=item41afd48be4:g:5pgAAOSwaB5XowrM

I'm not a fan of parts from China and Honk Kong. But yes, that will work. Just remember, be free of static, disconnect the battery as soon as you get the rear cover off, and wear anti-static gloves designed for electrical devices and components. Good luck!