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Anyone have to replace the Glass?
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Um...why?
It's plastic, not glass, so wont shatter. It is also quite tough, I couldn't scratch it with a pocket knife, and I really tried.
Probably not much different than replacing any other screen. Disassemble, remove, replace. Swear as necessary at ribbon cables, stubborn tabs and proprietary screws.
It's plastic, not glass, so wont shatter. It is also quite tough, I couldn't scratch it with a pocket knife, and I really tried.
Probably not much different than replacing any other screen. Disassemble, remove, replace. Swear as necessary at ribbon cables, stubborn tabs and proprietary screws.
Ouch.
If you're super careful and go slow you should be OK.
Based on tearing apart my Thrive: be super careful with the ribbon cables. Wear a groundingstrap. Don't try to use tools that barely work (improperly sized screwdrivers). If the screws are out, but it won't come apart there are plastic tabs holding it together, and thereis a leverage point somewhere that will allow you to pop it without damaging the shell. Start at the point where you can get the biggest gap between the two halves of the shell without forcing it, then work around the edge. Feel for where the two edges are "stuck" together and where the plastic flexes to find the tabs. Go slow. Take pictures, as many as you can, to help anyone who tries it after you. You're a pioneer here. Obviously, start by removing the battery cover and battery, then any screws you see. Peel it like an onion.
Your biggest problem will be finding a replacement screen. Maybe find a bricked/broken one with good screen? (Unlikely)
If there's a CMOS battery, remove it as early as possible to prevent shorting anything.
If you're super careful and go slow you should be OK.
Based on tearing apart my Thrive: be super careful with the ribbon cables. Wear a groundingstrap. Don't try to use tools that barely work (improperly sized screwdrivers). If the screws are out, but it won't come apart there are plastic tabs holding it together, and thereis a leverage point somewhere that will allow you to pop it without damaging the shell. Start at the point where you can get the biggest gap between the two halves of the shell without forcing it, then work around the edge. Feel for where the two edges are "stuck" together and where the plastic flexes to find the tabs. Go slow. Take pictures, as many as you can, to help anyone who tries it after you. You're a pioneer here. Obviously, start by removing the battery cover and battery, then any screws you see. Peel it like an onion.
Your biggest problem will be finding a replacement screen. Maybe find a bricked/broken one with good screen? (Unlikely)
If there's a CMOS battery, remove it as early as possible to prevent shorting anything.
...oh (really? /raised eyebrow)
Then, the next hardest part will be getting the new screen to sit flush with the bezel and look like a professional install.
The rest is just frustrating, go sloooow and don't force anything. You probably won't be able to separate the two halves of the shell more than an inch without disconnecting the ribbon cables. There should be 3: camera, buttons, screen. Use tweezers. Look closely for tape holding the ribbons to the ports. Reconnecting them WILL suck.
If you get frustrated, take a break and drink a beer. Tiny parts break easy.
Look up some guides on replacing iPhone screens to get an idea of what you're in for.
Expect it to take hours. Be okay with that. Taking apart my 10" tablet was...an experience. You're working with a device 1/8 the size.
Then, the next hardest part will be getting the new screen to sit flush with the bezel and look like a professional install.
The rest is just frustrating, go sloooow and don't force anything. You probably won't be able to separate the two halves of the shell more than an inch without disconnecting the ribbon cables. There should be 3: camera, buttons, screen. Use tweezers. Look closely for tape holding the ribbons to the ports. Reconnecting them WILL suck.
If you get frustrated, take a break and drink a beer. Tiny parts break easy.
Look up some guides on replacing iPhone screens to get an idea of what you're in for.
Expect it to take hours. Be okay with that. Taking apart my 10" tablet was...an experience. You're working with a device 1/8 the size.
buzzcon
Android Enthusiast
When researching whether to go with the S2 or the Victory I came across this MV page that say's the Victory has Gorilla Glass 2. Not sure what the difference is between Gorilla Glass and Gorilla Glass 2 though.
Quoting this article: http://chemistry.about.com/od/howthingswork/f/What-Is-Gorilla-Glass.htm
"There is more than one type of Gorilla Glass. Gorilla Glass 2 is a newer form of Gorilla Glass that is up to 20% thinner than the original material, yet still as tough."
buzzcon
Android Enthusiast
Looks like there is a Gorilla Glass 3 now. My guess is it's thinner than GG2 and just as durable. At least that seems to be the theme with GG.
Thin gets a big shrug from me.
Durable, there's the money shot.
After spending 15 minutes -trying- to scratch it with a pocket knife, I am a believer in GGlass.
But seriously Corning, instead of trying to make thinner glass of the same strength, why not go for diamond hardness?
I trimmed the plastic sheet that came with the Victory and used it as a screen protector, it looked as bad as my 3 year old opti's screen after a few months. What a fool I was.
Durable, there's the money shot.
After spending 15 minutes -trying- to scratch it with a pocket knife, I am a believer in GGlass.
But seriously Corning, instead of trying to make thinner glass of the same strength, why not go for diamond hardness?
I trimmed the plastic sheet that came with the Victory and used it as a screen protector, it looked as bad as my 3 year old opti's screen after a few months. What a fool I was.
buzzcon
Android Enthusiast
I understand the reasons for thinner glass (lighter, thinner phones) but I put a case on the phone so I can handle it better. For some reason, without the cover, the phone is slippery and to small for my fat hands.
The Motorola Triumph came with a very thick screen protector out of the box. I removed it and replaced it with a thinner protector and that enhance screen responsiveness. Coupled with the case I used, when I sold it the phone looked brand new.
The Motorola Triumph came with a very thick screen protector out of the box. I removed it and replaced it with a thinner protector and that enhance screen responsiveness. Coupled with the case I used, when I sold it the phone looked brand new.
amaranthine
Newbie
When researching whether to go with the S2 or the Victory I came across this MV page that say's the Victory has Gorilla Glass 2. Not sure what the difference is between Gorilla Glass and Gorilla Glass 2 though.
I'm not sure how reliable a question answered by another user is. Personally, I have never seen any official documentation (or any reliable source) state that Gorilla Glass is part of the Victory (compared to something like the Optimus F3 which commonly touts its GG). I'll stick with the assumption of the Victory lacking GG until something more official states otherwise.
Replacing the Glass was way easier than I thought.
I suppose I should be some type of disclaimer or cautionary statement about wearing safety glasses, static protection, don't blame me kind of stuff.
It took about 20 minutes total, steps from memory.......
Remove Battery cover
Remove 7 screws
Separate face plate - with proper tools
Remove 1 screw
Disconnect 3 Ribbon cables
Lift "motherboard" - there is still on Ribbon cable connected
Disconnect 1 Ribbon cable - "motherboard" is now free
Disconnect Touch Screen Ribbon cable - this is a "flip" type
Use hairdryer to heat glass - soften the glue
Remove glass - use proper tools
Inspect LCD and edges where Glass sits
"Peel N Stick" new Glass
Reassemble
Heat Glass to seat.
"Dad, can I play your phone now?"
Details about tools and heating were found by Googling and YouTube.
Sorry, no Pics - My phone is my camera.
I purchased the new glass from ebay seller "Gagetfix" and Phone Tool kit from RadioShack.
I suppose I should be some type of disclaimer or cautionary statement about wearing safety glasses, static protection, don't blame me kind of stuff.
It took about 20 minutes total, steps from memory.......
Remove Battery cover
Remove 7 screws
Separate face plate - with proper tools
Remove 1 screw
Disconnect 3 Ribbon cables
Lift "motherboard" - there is still on Ribbon cable connected
Disconnect 1 Ribbon cable - "motherboard" is now free
Disconnect Touch Screen Ribbon cable - this is a "flip" type
Use hairdryer to heat glass - soften the glue
Remove glass - use proper tools
Inspect LCD and edges where Glass sits
"Peel N Stick" new Glass
Reassemble
Heat Glass to seat.
"Dad, can I play your phone now?"
Details about tools and heating were found by Googling and YouTube.
Sorry, no Pics - My phone is my camera.
I purchased the new glass from ebay seller "Gagetfix" and Phone Tool kit from RadioShack.
I made a video about the dissassembly process,I tryed to make it look profesional but I havent done it before,I will upload it tomorrow,tonight its uploading to facebook