Hello everyone, so yesterday I accidently cracked glass near the front speaker of my xperia v (picture in attachment). It's a shame that I wasn't using a screen protector at that time. Anyway, what do you think is best for me to do? Is there anyway I could hide it or fix it? If the only way is to replace that part how much would it cost and could I do it myself? Or should I just leave it as it is because it's too much hassle trying to fix it?
If you want to keep your waterproof, mybe the best choice is replace it. The cost of replacement don't should dbe expensive
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Did you peeled the built-in screen protector?
On the pic it seems the scratch is only on the protector but I could be wrong. Try removing it and see if the glass is actually scratched.
Yes, I peeled the built-in protector unfortunately. And thanks for reply, I will look for price of replacement in my country.
I payed almost $100+ to repair the bezel and the loose caps. I think screens are cheaper to be repaired because it's much easier to be repaired. Goodluck.
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Is this all I need?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-Google-...ltDomain_0&hash=item4a9f14c663#ht_2977wt_1169
Thanks in advance!
as someone who's done the repair twice. Don't buy from ebay as they sell cheaper knockoffs.
Its actually pretty complicated and almost worth the money to send it in for repair.
Really.
i disagree, the repair was fairly easy if youre following a guide. ive done it once and taken mine completely apart twice. the most difficult part was separating the broken glass from the rubber part where it is mounted and getting the bottom part of the phone off without breaking it or leaving marks. I used spray adhesive to seal the new digitizer to the mount. I bought mine from amazon, just about the same price and came with prying tools. it was good quality with only a single miniature air bubble in the glass which is only noticeable if youre really looking for it on a full white screen.
if only your glass is broken that is all you should need, the digitizer. if the lcd is cracked or bleeding you will need that as well.
did you apply a protection film?
I didn`t and I can see some small scratches on my device...
also, can you suggest me a good protection film for xperia z?
There Is a pre installed shatter proof film.
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There Is a pre installed shatter proof film.
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but it gets very easily scratched :S
I already had a few small scratches
I suggest you try one of the various cheap hard plastic screen protectors that are available. This cost only a few dollars so you can change them once every one or two months. That's what I do with my Note II
I think the point wawyed was making was your device is not scratched, the pre-installed film is.
There are quite a few threads on this exact topic already.... you can remove the pre-installed film if you wish - but you may loose your Sony logo. There are a few good replacement films out there (Spigen)
Bottom line: remove the stock film and replace, or leave the stock film - and put yet another one on top of it.
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I think the point wawyed was making was your device is not scratched, the pre-installed film is.
There are quite a few threads on this exact topic already.... you can remove the pre-installed film if you wish - but you may loose your Sony logo. There are a few good replacement films out there (Spigen)
Bottom line: remove the stock film and replace, or leave the stock film - and put yet another one on top of it.
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I read some informations on the net, but I` think the pre-installed one is a different kind of film
I was thinking about using a normal film over the pre-installed one
masanosuke said:
did you apply a protection film?
I didn`t and I can see some small scratches on my device...
also, can you suggest me a good protection film for xperia z?
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I had applied 3M Vikuiti ADQC27 to Xperia Arc S, S, T, TX and I ordered one more set for tomorrow when I get XZ. I was very pleased with this screen protector, but tomorrow I'll decide on which one to apply them: 3M or the 2 that come in the package (I ordered extra package with dockingstation, smartTags and screen protector). And yes, I put it over the preinstalled one :good:.
Where did you ordered the extra package?
get a set of these and be done with it!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2222928
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but it gets very easily scratched :S
I already had a few small scratches
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The back of my phone has a couple of hairline scratches - I presume it's because of the bolts near my jeans' pocket. But the screen is fine so far. :victory:
Do you think that will be available a screen protector like the anti-shatter film that Sony put on the phone? It's scratching very easy and I'm thinking that if something similar will be available then I will remove the one from Sony and put that one. On other Xperia phones is available this kind of screen protector?
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Do you think that will be available a screen protector like the anti-shatter film that Sony put on the phone? It's scratching very easy and I'm thinking that if something similar will be available then I will remove the one from Sony and put that one. On other Xperia phones is available this kind of screen protector?
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I think the chance of that happening is 1%, but I am surprised that companies haven't brought screen protectors with the sony logo/text.
Also a thing Sony could do is to bring out a services to re-apply the anti shatter sheet for us, specially since it scratches so easy.
Anyways, the reason why I don't see it happening is because the anti shatter sheet is being applied by a device, it needs to fit perfectly or it might lose it's function. Screen protectors can be applied by men, because it's only there to protect the device from scratches and such, not to stop the screen from shattering, even though normal screen protectors also do that, but on a smaller scale.
1. There is no screen protector with Sony logo because of patent / copy rights. It would be very expensive to get the right to use the logo.
2. Sony already offers the service to replace the anti shatter film. Costs about 20 bucks
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20 bucks is not much but I think is not ok to charge me that money for a piece of anti shatter film that scratches very very easily, I've put an cheap film and I will look for a better one in the future to preserve this anti shatter , but extremely scratching film from Sony. That's a huge minus for them. A gorilla glass would be a perfect solution, too bad that Sony didn't think of that. But I still love the phone
I'd prefer to completely remove the anti shatter film, but something is still holding me back. Maybe it's because I payed some hard earned money for that thing, whatever don't wanna argue about that here.
I did not put any other protection film on my XZ. I think it's odd to have two on you display and to be honest there is nothing compared to real glass. the feeling is way better... still don't wanna argue 'bout that.
so I have no protection on my display and I do not use a case... "this guy is an idiot" ...I will buy one soon; I promise. For now I use a little bag where I used to keep my sunglasses. Btw Krussel has some nice covers. "get to the point dude!" ...I keep my XZ in a sidepocket of my jacket and there is nothing else in that pocket and stil I got a few scratches on my display. It does not bother me at all. You have to look very closely to see them. What I am trying to say is that the anti shatter film scratches very easy and as far as I remeber there is gorilla glas underneath... so close, yet so far. I can live with that... for now. Someday I will take it off anyway. I just love my plain black XZ without any logos. LOL, I used to put a little piece of dark tape on my old s2, just to cover up the logo.
Hi, not sure if its the right place to ask, but why not
I have bought my Z3C back in February, new, from the shop. I upgraded from Sony Acro S.
The only reason I did that is that lens cover got all smudged and scratched, so photo were blurry.
I got z3 compact, I did, and still think it very nice phone. Battery life is amazing, I love the size of it. But same as with Acro S, lens cover is once again getting weird smudges.
http://imgur.com/oHg6ZDj
If there is any light source, pictures are bad, and I do need camera to take normal pictures. And I did read the thread about it, and that I can try toothpaste etc, but I wont do this I might take it back to the shop and they will replace the back cover, but will help for another few months? And I did have camera lens protector (that is made for LG phones) but it doesn't help with picture quality.
So my question is - with what would you replace it? I love the size of the phone and it has to tolerate humidity, rain, some water. Is there anything that could compare to z3c in these regards and have a decent lens protection? Samsung S5? S6 active is not to my liking (too rugged )
How about Z5C does it have the same same problem?
Sorry for long post and thank you very much for the advice.
Coating wears off too easily yes. Z5c?
There arent many phones with the specs you're looking for. I fear they all start with a z.
bilboa1 said:
Coating wears off too easily yes. Z5c?
There arent many phones with the specs you're looking for. I fear they all start with a z.
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I thought so :/ I am afraid that if I will get Z5C it will be same story like the last two Sony's I had.
This is sad. Will get them to change the back cover and then I suppose I will have to do like I did with this z3c. Buy a screen protector, place it on the back of the phone, and peal it every time I am taking a picture and look stupid while doing so.
have had mine since last year's release. with a thin case, the lens has been protected. why not use one?
Niilkin tempered glass comes with a lens and back protector too... Why don't u check it out
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I did use Nillkin glass protector, it did shatter (started at the corner) but it was good.
But thats not the problem, lens is already bad. Protector wont help now. And its not the scratches, lens is not scratched, it looks like it from humidity or something, that weird stuff its between the plastic and coating
So I am not sure it will protect it. Like I said I had a lens protector, it did not help, it helped in a way that lens is not scratched, but its unusable anyway.
I cant be bothered taking my phone for repairs ever few months, that takes 2 weeks to do and its a huge inconvenience. So my plan is to fix this. And sell it, buy a new that doesnt have bad coating, lens protection.
The question is what? S5? Wait for someone to confirm that Z5C has proper protection on lens?
I believe the reason the coating comes off is due to the constant exposure to liquid, why not just send it to Sony to repair
I don't know what your old lens protector was made of, but once you get your scratches fixed or replaced, just use the clear film back protector from xtremeguardz. It covers the lens and wont shatter. Plus, with the discount codes they often run, it costs next to nothing, so buy 3 and replace when they inevitably peel or turn yellowish.
I've been using mine for months and it hasn't affected picture quality one bit.
Can anyone suggest a cheap screen protector maybe you have bought from eBay? If it is possible share a link to where I can purchase it. Please share only products you have tried. I don't want to buy something I don't know well and haven't seen a review of it! Thanks...
I got these tempered glass ones. Two in the package for $6.95. Put one on the phone back in early June still going strong. Hi proper cutout for the proximity sensor and ffc.
https://www.amazon.com/Protector-Hardness-Protector-Anti-Scratch-Anti-Fingerprint/dp/B01C1TVYVQ
http://www.ebay.com/itm/281828808760
Two tempered glass protectors with proximity cutouts, $4. Feels just like a normal screen.
Installation was easy, carefully clean the screen of all dust and residue then align the tempered glass carefully. Bubbles will dissapear as you press on them, and it's no rush, I had bubbles a few hours after that dissapeared when I applied pressure.
Definitely inspires confidence that it will protect the screen from impacts?
This screen protector from Amazon works great! I personally have this one and it was a perfect fit and saved my phone from a face down drop on cement.
Nexus 5X Screen Protector, PLESON LG (Google) Nexus 5X Tempered Glass Screen Protector [2015], 99% Clarity, 0.2mm, 9H Hardness, Bubble Free, Glass Screen Protector for Nexus 5X https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016CUS84Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xbsaybJFK359X
I had a tempered glass from Nillkin at first. Someday I droped it and the tampered glass did its job fine protecting the screen but broke. Then I thought that tempered glasses may break easier than the screen and thus every few drops I loose 10usd for nonreason (the screen never broke without protector, but the protector broke quite easily). So I ordered some tempered glasses from Aliexpress priced just under a dollar. The first one was probably defective and started to get off on one corner. But after that I got it off and applied another. Its perfect now, it feels just like naked screen (same as Nillkin). It broke on face down drop but maybe the exensive one would brake too.
Probably the expensive ones are tougher but they cost 10 times up or more. Does it really worth it?
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Probably the expensive ones are tougher but they cost 10 times up or more. Does it really worth it?
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If you drop your phone that much, quantity is probably more worth it for you than quality
Its not that, but i think that cheap ones do the job so why to pay for an branded one?
Had a Pleson that lasted for the whole 11 months or so I had my first 5X but got this instead when I got my replacement:
[2-PACK]-Mr Shield For LG (Google) Nexus 5X 2015 Newest [Tempered Glass] Screen Protector with Lifetime Replacement Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D9EMSGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MuseybGAD64PK
It's cheap, comes with 2, and installation was easy and bubble free.
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johnannis said:
I had a tempered glass from Nillkin at first. Someday I droped it and the tampered glass did its job fine protecting the screen but broke. Then I thought that tempered glasses may break easier than the screen and thus every few drops I loose 10usd for nonreason (the screen never broke without protector, but the protector broke quite easily). So I ordered some tempered glasses from Aliexpress priced just under a dollar. The first one was probably defective and started to get off on one corner. But after that I got it off and applied another. Its perfect now, it feels just like naked screen (same as Nillkin). It broke on face down drop but maybe the exensive one would brake too.
Probably the expensive ones are tougher but they cost 10 times up or more. Does it really worth it?
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How the hell do you drop your phone so much? Maybe invest in a Nokia 3310? The hell is wrong with you?
Sinistersky said:
How the hell do you drop your phone so much? Maybe invest in a Nokia 3310? The hell is wrong with you?
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Ok you said your joke, now are you feeling smart?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/361471555021 ....... $3 for a 2 pack....
As the title states, I got small crack on the display. Luckily it's on the only bezel (near the camera but not on it). Not sure how it got there, but It's a part of my life now I guess. Any suggestions on accessories to help prevent this crack from worsening?
Nevermind... I'm an idiot it was my crappy tempered glass screen protector. I thought it was under the protector but it protector pretty much shattered when I tried to peel it off. I guess I'm looking for a better screen protector now.
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As the title states, I got small crack on the display. Luckily it's on the only bezel (near the camera but not on it). Not sure how it got there, but It's a part of my life now I guess. Any suggestions on accessories to help prevent this crack from worsening?
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So did you drop it?
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So did you drop it?
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In the past yes, but I didn't for a few days before I found this crack. I think this screen protector was just pretty bad. It had the halo around the edge, didn't cover the whole screen, and seemed to have broken in my pocket.
nkatz565 said:
In the past yes, but I didn't for a few days before I found this crack. I think this screen protector was just pretty bad. It had the halo around the edge, didn't cover the whole screen, and seemed to have broken in my pocket.
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Man that really sucks! This phone is way too expensive to have it break so early on. I don't think there is too much advice that can be offered other than getting the best quality screen protector you can find to mask the problem so hopefully you'll just forget about it.
what is your screen protector?
nkatz565 said:
As the title states, I got small crack on the display. Luckily it's on the only bezel (near the camera but not on it). Not sure how it got there, but It's a part of my life now I guess. Any suggestions on accessories to help prevent this crack from worsening?
Nevermind... I'm an idiot it was my crappy tempered glass screen protector. I thought it was under the protector but it protector pretty much shattered when I tried to peel it off. I guess I'm looking for a better screen protector now.
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Mind telling us what is the screen protector you are using on Mi Mix? I am looking for buying one...
thanks
I found an seller at Taobao that's selling replacement screen for Xiaomi MIX.
Previously i had purchase it to replace my mix screen and it fits perfectly.
It cost me roughly about $150 Singapore Dollar.