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Need help: How-to open the T-mobile SDA / Tornado Case

I need to open the case of my Tornado. So far, I've taken 3 screws out from the back and managed to pry the bottom part slightly open. I can't get it open completely since the top part seems stuck and I don't want to break it by forcing it to open. Can someone please guide me? Thanks

may be this link can help you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=332464&highlight=open

There's a screw hidden behind a little sticker that warns warranty void if removed. Behind the battery.

Thanks for the info.

thunderb0lt said:
Thanks for the info.
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Did I guess correctly about what had you stalled?

Here is a really good link with pictures and all. Hope it helps!
http://sdadisassembly.blogspot.com/

button setup...interchangable???
i saw the links you guys had posted and they help greatly. However i have a question...the qtek 8300 or dopod 586 buttons are they interchangable with the t-mobile sda? kinda tired of seeing that pink t-zone logo on my phone . also it would make my day if i got a yes to this question.... the housing on those same phones fit my sda?

Wolfdragon said:
i saw the links you guys had posted and they help greatly. However i have a question...the qtek 8300 or dopod 586 buttons are they interchangable with the t-mobile sda? kinda tired of seeing that pink t-zone logo on my phone . also it would make my day if i got a yes to this question.... the housing on those same phones fit my sda?
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I believe they are the same in all details except for the printing.
I have been examining them carefully as I wish to buy a new housing.

HTC Touch Cruise is HERE

This is one fantastic XDA device. The one that nearly has it all.
Highlights at www.onthegosolutions.com
Greenland Meteor tsk credits to borealcool
(Just arrived this morning - Can't put it down yet)

A few more shots
That's enough for now

WOW it looks really cool, similar to Artemis
this is the direct link for more info
http://www.onthegosolutions.com/product.asp?itemMDL=HTC_CRUISE#

xplode said:
WOW it looks really cool, similar to Artemis
this is the direct link for more info
http://www.onthegosolutions.com/product.asp?itemMDL=HTC_CRUISE#
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Only by vague comparison. Specs and performance are most similar to Kaiser, without a sliding QWERTY. Size is only slightly larger than the ELF (Touch). It does resemble Artemis, but the specs and features are far superior.

Has it got a real hardware touchflo screen like the original Touch?
Or is it a software one like the Kaiser?
And is the screen transflective?
Thanks.

wywywywy said:
Has it got a real hardware touchflo screen like the original Touch?
Or is it a software one like the Kaiser?
And is the screen transflective?
Thanks.
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It has the real hardware screen. Actually, it is the same size screen as the original Touch, surrounded by 'black chrome' over the entire face. As for transreflective, I believe it is backlit like the origianl Touch. Side by side, the screen qualities are identical. If I find more information on this I will repost.

Can you please do me a massive massive favour and see whether it is readable under direct sunlight (like the TyTN/Hermes) or faded out (like the TyTN II/Kaiser)?
Thanks.

i think all of htc's new screens NOT transreflective

But if it was the same as the original Touch, then it would be, and that's what I am really hoping...

raskell said:
This is one fantastic XDA device. The one that nearly has it all.
Highlights at www.onthegosolutions.com
Greenland Meteor tsk credits to Swiftblade, et.al.., at the Touch Forum
(Just arrived this morning - Can't put it down yet)
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Hi,
Can we please get the HTC Debug Tools you got there? (Gps router, etc...)
Please upload it.
Dump the rom or somthing please.
Thanks,
Nadavi.

I am not sure I am getting this -- does it mean you actually already got one of your own? Where from? Expansys/mobileplanet pushed back the availability by another 10 days.

raskell said:
(Just arrived this morning - Can't put it down yet)
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Hi raskell, could you please take some standard pictures of it, i wonder to buy this phone, but i'm not sure how it looks, would like to see some real images (without photo shop improvements) of this new machine

http://www.coolsmartphone.com/article747.html
tested

just preordered this sucker, looks to be a good device

Nice1 but I like the Kaiser more

xmoo said:
Nice1 but I like the Kaiser more
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aye, this is pretty much the same thing without the keyboard, which i don't need ;p just wish it had a vga/bigger/true colour screen

DeviceWire are saying that HTC have pushed back the launch until mid-late Dec. Devicewire expect to be shipping at the beginning of Jan. Does look a good phone, got it on pre-order, hope it doesn't disappoint!

can someone check about hardware accelerated directX on that device ?

qtek_metanol said:
Hi raskell, could you please take some standard pictures of it, i wonder to buy this phone, but i'm not sure how it looks, would like to see some real images (without photo shop improvements) of this new machine
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Here's some photos, just in case you're doubting if I really have the device.
As you can see the front face is 'black chrome' , actually mirror like. that's why photos are taken from oblique angles.
A standard SD card adapter is shown for size reference. The phone is sleek and trim, fits comfortably in the hand and in the pocket. I use a case for the Samsung BlackJack which fits it quite well.

wywywywy said:
Can you please do me a massive massive favour and see whether it is readable under direct sunlight (like the TyTN/Hermes) or faded out (like the TyTN II/Kaiser)?
Thanks.
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Wy, you are in the UK, I am in Ohio. (I leved in Leeds for three years.) Chances of having a sunny day, in Ohio, in November is quite slim, as it is where you live. I did hold the device directly under a 60 watt spot light and it is still totally visible. My wife's original Touch is viewable in high sun.
Here it is side by side with the Sprint Touch. The actual LxW of the screens look identical.
(Photos taken with HTC Athena aka Dopod U1000)

S710 Housing?

Anyone know where I can find Housing for my S710? Dropped it again and the case is cracked! Only ones I can find are around £50!

About £20 on fleabay. I bought one about 4 weeks ago.
M.S

Vox Parts
http://cnn.cn/shop/s710dopod-c500spv-e650-housing-p-1830.html
about $60 so roughly £30.

Mysterious Stranger said:
About £20 on fleabay. I bought one about 4 weeks ago.
M.S
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Hi
Was it difficult to change? I've had a look at the service manual and it doesn't look too difficult?

It's not very difficult, however if you've never taken apart a mobile you might be in over your head. It's especially weird since it is a slider.

I have already tried taking mine apart just so I could see how it all goes... Its pretty simple really... Just waiting for my housing now

woolich21 said:
I have already tried taking mine apart just so I could see how it all goes... Its pretty simple really... Just waiting for my housing now
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Any tips?

Hi all. I have a problem after I change the housing, the lcd doesn't work, simply no image. others no problem. Plz help me..

Spare Parts?
Question here,
My wife's Vox died, (not reading SIM and screen keeps going black), Is it worth trying to fix or should I just part it out? Having it repaired is almost as much as a new one.
Does anyone know where I can get another one at a fairly cheap price?
If anyone is interested in parts PM me.

exskool said:
Hi all. I have a problem after I change the housing, the lcd doesn't work, simply no image. others no problem. Plz help me..
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im having the same problem anyone have a solution?

The flex cable isn't seated properly? Make sure it clicks in and does not come out when you slide the QWERTY out.

h4waii said:
The flex cable isn't seated properly? Make sure it clicks in and does not come out when you slide the QWERTY out.
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i've taken the phone apart 3-4 times, double and triple checking all the connections. i dont know it its the lcd or just the flex cable.

I had the same problem. But I think h4waii is right. When I redid the thing it worked. And, by the way I was told by HTC service people in Delhi that the LCD would have to be replaced for the problem.

thats not the answer i was looking for but oh well. thanks for all the replies!! anyone know where i can find a cheap lcd??

[Q] Broken LCD Glass :(

Anyone know where I can get a replacement LCD glass for my Desire HD
I believe it's just the glass as the screen seems to still work.
If there's a place in or around London that can replace it for me even better, if not anyone know how difficult it is to replace.
I've noticed a few places on Ebay (China/HK) selling digitizers and complete LCD's but ideally I want somewhere in the UK.
thanks
Elliot

Hi,
I went through a similar experience less than 2 weeks ago, you can even see images here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=834335
I rang around several places, none could commit to using GENUINE HTC parts. The only people I found were: www.htcrepairs.co.uk/ - and they even offer a walk in service whereas I found most others did not.
Unfortunately they don't have the parts I require in stock, maybe you can try them.
At the moment, they're the only people I've found in the London area that I'd be willing to give my phone in to...
Did you have any luck with finding anyone else?

Maybe contacting HTC? They can probably repair it for you but it can be pretty expensive though.
Maybe you got some pics?

You could try, as said above, get the glass/screen from eBay.
Repaired my SE K800i with it, where the glass could easily be removed and the new one could be installed within 5minutes.
Don't know how the HTC will disassemble though.

I'm going to try this place on the way home from work: http://www.spsmobile.co.uk I'll let you know how they go. They've got the parts and will charge me £60 for either the lcd or digitzer including fitting.

Here's some pictures. I think they'll get away with just fixing the glass, although it looks bad the lcd still seems to work ok.
Can anyone recommend a case surround?

earazi said:
I'm going to try this place on the way home from work: http://www.spsmobile.co.uk I'll let you know how they go. They've got the parts and will charge me £60 for either the lcd or digitzer including fitting.
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How did it go?
Did they fix it whilst you wait, or retain the device to work on for a day or two?
More importantly, are they using genuine HTC parts ?

They fix while you wait, they're near Staples Corner (which is a bit of a walk from the tube at Brent Cross).
I need to go back tonight as they messed up and thought I had a Desire and not a HD, they're hoping to get the HD part in today, they're charging me the Desire price.
According to their website they use official parts, but who knows.
Warranty
* We give 3 months warranty on every repair excluding liquid / water damage and physical damage
* Every warranty handset is security sealed. Tampering with the security seal will void the warranty LCD / SCREEN warranty. We fit original screens only and they are security labeled
* Every handset is tested for 24 hours and comes with engineers report

I plan to visit these SPS guys tonight. Lets hope they manage to fix my phone.
I'm hoping to wait around so I can ensure genuine parts are used...

SPS didn't manage to get a Desire HD digitizer for me, they've got 1 on order. They're a little difficult to find (at least they were in the dark) they're behind Staples industrial state, in room 207, small little office. They seemed ok though they.

earazi said:
SPS didn't manage to get a Desire HD digitizer for me, they've got 1 on order. They're a little difficult to find (at least they were in the dark) they're behind Staples industrial state, in room 207, small little office. They seemed ok though they.
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I posted my feedback in another thread:
c_man said:
I'm back!
Got my Legend fixed earlier this evening by these guys: http://www.spsmobile.co.uk/
They were one of few who were adament they use genuine parts [they allowed me to inspect the parts before installation] AND allowed me to wait whilst they work on it.
Abolutely disgusting/poor customer service and general attitute towards their customers... though the main thing is my Legend is all well again !
Oh, it cost £70 for display + digitizer + installation.
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c_man said:
I posted my feedback in another thread:
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In which one?
f.

forelli said:
In which one?
f.
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Well, I pasted my feedback above? ...but this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=834335

im terrified of dropping my phone. i dont take it out unless im sat down and have both hands free. eek!

Hey guys, any idea if the back plate is replaceable yet?

HTC Desire HD Broken Digitizer
I broke my HTC DHD touch a few weeks ago, I order a new digitizer in Ebay an I just got it, but I do not see anywhere a video on how to replace the screen can anyone help me with this.

ingeps1 said:
I broke my HTC DHD touch a few weeks ago, I order a new digitizer in Ebay an I just got it, but I do not see anywhere a video on how to replace the screen can anyone help me with this.
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i would NOT attempt this yourself unless you are HIGHLY skilled and HIGHLY experienced with repairing gadgets

ingeps1 said:
I broke my HTC DHD touch a few weeks ago, I order a new digitizer in Ebay an I just got it, but I do not see anywhere a video on how to replace the screen can anyone help me with this.
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U didn`t look for it enough Check this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=883444

Thanks but I do not see a complete teardown guide yet. Looks like the guys on the other thread are working on it but nothing detailed enough. I need to know how to replace the digitizer, looks like not body knows how to do it yet.

Im so sad...

Hello forum,
as im new here i want to say a big thank you right now..
Well i own a smartphone (UMI MAX).. a moth ago i destroyed my screen.. I decided to buy a replacement (the original one) from the gearbest eshop..
Although i placed the replacement correctly (as i see) the phone boots up the touch screen works but instead of a colourfull lcd i can only see a black one.. no totally off but black light.. Nothing more than black lighting.. I can see the difference between off and on but nothing more.. Sounds etc working 100% just lcd.. Can anyone offer me a solution please?? I have to ask for a new replacement?? or its something else.. I also tried a hard reset with flashh tool but nothing.. :crying::crying::crying:

kiriakos9102000 said:
Hello forum,
as im new here i want to say a big thank you right now..
Well i own a smartphone (UMI MAX).. a moth ago i destroyed my screen.. I decided to buy a replacement (the original one) from the gearbest eshop..
Although i placed the replacement correctly (as i see) the phone boots up the touch screen works but instead of a colourfull lcd i can only see a black one.. no totally off but black light.. Nothing more than black lighting.. I can see the difference between off and on but nothing more.. Sounds etc working 100% just lcd.. Can anyone offer me a solution please?? I have to ask for a new replacement?? or its something else.. I also tried a hard reset with flashh tool but nothing.. :crying::crying::crying:
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Hello & welcome to xda-assist,
to my point of view you already answered the question yourself, if there's any doubt you did that replacement right and it isn't working like it should you likely made a mistake, only recommendation is to triple check the procedure you did by comparison to a replacement /tear down video and find the error, also check if you really bought the right hardware...
Following link shows some tutorials & stuff, time to solve some riddle, I'd guess..
http://bfy.tw/AAj2

Nothing till now
Dear friend, thank you for your fast response,
i contact them and i sent them a video and they answered this:
Thank you very much for ordering our product and for kindly bringing the issue to our attention.
For this problem we have confirmed with product department,the screen is not welded and needs to be reworked.
So what i have to do? i told them that i re-asseble the phone many times.. what means that the screen is not welded??
Thank you one more time my friend!!