I got this last friday and dropped it on saturday. I found out that this was a slippery phone after i got it. Everything works fine on the phone, there are no problems at all except the fact that theres a big crack on the side(refer to pics attached). I have insurance, but you still have to pay the $130 deductible. So i was wondering if it's worth it to return it and get a new one from asurion?
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If you can afford it, and wish to replwce it then go for it, just think if you do drop it again. That screens going to fall apart.
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Its just the digitiser man, $30 part. You can fix it yourself if you're willing. The actual LCD is fine.
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Dredead said:
Its just the digitiser man, $30 part. You can fix it yourself if you're willing. The actual LCD is fine.
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How hard is it to replace the digitizer? I've taken my old phones apart to replace speakers and other smaller things. But never replacing the digitizer.
It's glued to actual screen right?
I have a couple annoying scratches, which is the only reason why I would sell my phone.
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I'd just get the replacement from the insurance company. That way you avoid all hassle of looking up how to videos and who knows maybe get the Black edition one.
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I'd just get the replacement from the insurance company. That way you avoid all hassle of looking up how to videos and who knows maybe get the Black edition one.
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I paid out right for my phone, and I'm in a prepaid plan. So no insurance.
I know how to replace the entire unit, but a couple of scratches isn't worth $130. It is worth $30 however.
I was going to buy a black tmous back plate to replace also.
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I have PHP plan wondering how much it cost to fix the screen and are their any cheaper places. I check T-Mobile can't find it and I never used a third party. Has anyone used any other company than T-Mobile? Thank you for your time and all help appreciated
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PHP is insurance. They send you a new device, not repair yours. I dont remember the exact pricing, but i think its about $120.
Damn I rather just have the screen repaired oh well. Thanks time call them any idea how long it takes
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Killbynature said:
Damn I rather just have the screen repaired oh well. Thanks time call them any idea how long it takes
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They say 14days and your deductible is $130.
http://www.phoneclaim.com/t-mobile-program
Not sure if this will do it but it may and its only 70$.
http://www.htcrepairparts.com/touch-screen-for-tmobile-mytouch-hdmytouch-4g-htc-glacier-p-3408.html
Edit: After thinking about it, you would need the LCD not the touch. I did not see any but if you look a bit harder then I did you may find them. But let us know what you do.
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They say 14days and your deductible is $130.
http://www.phoneclaim.com/t-mobile-program
Not sure if this will do it but it may and its only 70$.
http://www.htcrepairparts.com/touch-screen-for-tmobile-mytouch-hdmytouch-4g-htc-glacier-p-3408.html
Edit: After thinking about it, you would need the LCD not the touch. I did not see any but if you look a bit harder then I did you may find them. But let us know what you do.
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Yeah the touchscreen stills works but lcd is completely cracked. Fell out of the power skin case....
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I have PHP plan wondering how much it cost to fix the screen and are their any cheaper places. I check T-Mobile can't find it and I never used a third party. Has anyone used any other company than T-Mobile? Thank you for your time and all help appreciated
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I have had phone repaired at jetcity devices (google). They do a lot of iphones but they also do screens for Androids.
I'm go with standard insurance I'm see if I can get the color change to red also.
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Killbynature said:
I'm go with standard insurance I'm see if I can get the color change to red also.
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I talked to one of the reps and they said the only way they could change your color is if your original color is out of stock /:
Idk I know standard insurance with a defective product you have to send in the older model. Idk about going through asurion if I pay $130 they should send a whole new phone.
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Idk I know standard insurance with a defective product you have to send in the older model. Idk about going through asurion if I pay $130 they should send a whole new phone.
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Not a whole new phone, only a refurbished device.
Well I'm going to do it I was one of the lucky ones to get a good screen hopefully I don't have to go through them again
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Ok paid 130 free overnight shipping and they change the color for me was reluctant at first though.
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sounds good... let us know about the screen.
The screen is good I got a refurbished red one. Using Trident case now Ill never buy another phone again without a case unless its has gorilla glass.
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I bought an Invisibleshield screen protector at BestBuy and had an employee in the cell phone area install it for me. He sprayed the phone directly with the solution and now it appears that the solution has seeped in through the sides. It doesn't affect the screen but it's noticeable under the proximity sensor and earpiece. It's been 4 days since installation and it's still not gone and it's bothering the hell out of me. Any suggestions on how to get rid of it aside from taking the phone apart?
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I bought an Invisibleshield screen protector at BestBuy and had an employee in the cell phone area install it for me. He sprayed the phone directly with the solution and now it appears that the solution has seeped in through the sides. It doesn't affect the screen but it's noticeable under the proximity sensor and earpiece. It's been 4 days since installation and it's still not gone and it's bothering the hell out of me. Any suggestions on how to get rid of it aside from taking the phone apart?
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I would take it back in there and complain about it and tell them you want a new one.
Can I do that? I didn't buy the phone from BestBuy, I bought it new from eBay.
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Can I do that? I didn't buy the phone from BestBuy, I bought it new from eBay.
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I thought you bought from Best Buy, that i'm not sure, I mean it's worth a shot I guess, raise hell if they give you problems, ask to talk to their manager?
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Can I do that? I didn't buy the phone from BestBuy, I bought it new from eBay.
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Yes you can. If they damage something during installation they must replace it. Raise hell with a manager if you have to. The phone is not in the same condition you brought it in as.
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Yes you can. If they damage something during installation they must replace it. Raise hell with a manager if you have to. The phone is not in the same condition you brought it in as.
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This. They jacked up your property so they have to replace it. If the manager gives u crap. Tell them you want the corporate number and they will replace. They don't want people calling corporate lol
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My buddy said he'd sell me his sensation for $100. It has a cracked screen and ever since he dropped it and cracked it the speaker is kinda hit and miss. Is this a common issue when the screen cracks or is there a hardware problem at this point? I was going to order the HTC One S until I found out it has a sealed battery and there's no slot for an sd card.. LAME! Thanks for anyones help in advance!
I think the speaker got hit too, check out fixing prices for them but I think it worth 100 bucks. No warranty though?
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I have insurance with T-Mobile so worst case I would buy it at $100 and pay $130 for a replacement, not bad. I was hoping to just repaid the screen since I can do it for free at work but the speaker scares me. Not sure if its worth the hassle.
That would not be so expensive to replace, would it?
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i just got my screen replacement for my phone and it didnt come with any adhesive, should i see how it feels without the adhesive or just send it in to HTC to fix it
i have been watching a lot of teardowns and they are saying there is no way to replace just the glass, you have to purchase a whole new LCD, but they are selling just screens on ebay so i dont know if it will work
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i have been watching a lot of teardowns and they are saying there is no way to replace just the glass, you have to purchase a whole new LCD, but they are selling just screens on ebay so i dont know if it will work
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They are selling lcd+digitizer..
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Just use your own adhesive
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They are selling lcd+digitizer..
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i know they are also selling that but why would they just be selling the glass as well?
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Just use your own adhesive
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have you replaced your screen? there is no guide on how to replace JUST the digitzer without breaking the LCD
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i know they are also selling that but why would they just be selling the glass as well?
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To make money anyway they can?
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i know they are also selling that but why would they just be selling the glass as well?
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I don't know but by the looks of our hoX..its difficult to separate the glass from the digitizer..i tried it with my friend's HoX and i already tried heating it but it wouldn't separate..
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it is extremely difficult if not impossible to separate the glass from the lcd on our screens unfortunately without damaging one or both of the components. Don't get me wrong, I've seen it been done, but it's very risky. I also dont advise using just any adhesive when dealing with our phones. use the suggested 3m adhesive when replacing the lcd+screen, I think its fairly cheap now. I used some crazy glue I bought at the store and it turned out damaging my screen a bit, so a small strip across the screen didn't recognize touch, which was very annoying. Gonna be replacing it again very soon.
Okay I'm not trying to sell my s3 here, but I need advice on selling it locally. My s3 is in great condition. the screen has literally NEVER been touched, but I did drop it on a church trip and a crack covers a bottom corner. Just one in-line crack on the bottom corner. I want to know a decent selling price is cause you can't tell the crack is on the screen when the screen is on and everything works perfect still. including where the crack is. I have the s4 now so I'm looking for a little extra cash but don't wanna rip myself or a buyer off. thanks!
the screen protector is dirty near the home button just so you know that is not the actual phone
replace the glass and you will get much more for it.
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replace the glass and you will get much more for it.
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isn't that pretty expensive??
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isn't that pretty expensive??
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all you need is a 20 dollar part and a heat gun/ hair dryer.
there are videos on youtube. looks pretty "fool proof" if you are willing to risk possibly messing the digitizer up. if that happens you are at like 200 bucks in repairs.
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all you need is a 20 dollar part and a heat gun/ hair dryer.
there are videos on youtube. looks pretty "fool proof" if you are willing to risk possibly messing the digitizer up. if that happens you are at like 200 bucks in repairs.
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yeah I've soon some videos but don't know if I'm ready for that :/ let's say I sold it as is..how much would you estimate I could get fairly?
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yeah I've soon some videos but don't know if I'm ready for that :/ let's say I sold it as is..how much would you estimate I could get fairly?
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Most likely 280? Not really sure
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let's say I sold it as is..how much would you estimate I could get fairly?
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Honestly, I don't believe it will sell as is. The S4 is out and that has caused some S3s on Ebay and Craig's List that don't have the crack for fairly reasonable prices.
I hope I'm wrong but I'd really try to repair it or at least get prices on having someone else do it for you. If you know someone who can fix it, you might get it done for parts plus a couple of six packs. :laugh:
Radioshack has a service they offer that fixes broken screens and it is less than a 100 bucks. I know in my area there are at least 2 places that fix screens for less than 50 dollars. Most of the phones on Craigslist in my area have already dropped in prices so don't expect much more than 200 for a broken screen.
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well I already have the s4 and a backup droid x2 (haha I know) so I may just sell it for around $100-120. otherwise it will sit on my desk. I have a friend that already wants it bad. He is switching from an iPhone of many years so I can cut him a deal to help him out. Thank you everyone for the advice!