In need of a merchant/site that sells G2 housing (preferably USA based) or anyone has a damaged phone that the inner workings are still intact that I can buy off?
Your best bet is searching ebay for a display phone.
hmm, I'm buying the Z Hinge mechanism middle housing that comes with the flex cable and i need the piece that screws onto that that the black sticker goes onto to cover the screws.
would a display have that?
I am sure in the near future (accident happened, due to wear and tear or for warranty purposes) you will need to get a replacement. 2 sites so far and will update if come across more.
Mainly 2 sites which sells Z1C Parts:
1) www.witrigs.com
2) www.stellatech.com
Here is the list of replacement parts available:
OEM Anti Shatter Film for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact
OEM Micro SD + SIM + USB Port Cover Flap = (BLACK, WHITE, PINK, LIME)
OEM Back Cover Z1f (GLASS) = (Z1F Black, Z1F White, Z1F Pink, Z1f Lime.)
OEM Back Cover Z1 Compact (Plastic) = Z1C Black, Z1C White)
Others: -
OEM Back Frame = PINK
OEM LCD Supporting Frame with Mid-frame Pink
OEM LCD Supporting Frame with Mid-frame Lime
OEM Back Housing Frame Adhesive Sticker
OEM Front Housing Adhesive Sticker
OEM BATTERY
So, if anyone would like a replacement + Tutorial how to do it, you can find it below:
Tutorial:
Thanks for this. I'm pretty sure sooner or later there will be some people who need to get replacements.
Update with more info. . .
Another site with spareparts is here:
http://stellatech.com/articles.php?lang=en&cid=10710
I've ordered some adhesives from them (as my screen is coming off after being replaced in service ).
thanks, updated list. Some of their prices are cheaper but some not. great find tho
does the black glass cover come with the Xperia logo on the back? as it doesnt show it on witrigs.
also if i remove the ASF layer from the glass back is the xperia logo on the ASF same as Sony is on the front screen?
Never mind just watched the video comparing the two and the Xperia is on the glass NOT the ASF :victory:
why couldn't Sony put the bloody SONY logo on the front glass instead of the ASF!?
Would be awesome if we could buy an OEM replacement front screen glass with the SONY logo on the glass not the ASF, or better yet... an OEM replacement with the logo and just glass - no ASF.
great stuff thank you
one question i have a z1s would this basically be the same steps?
fujirio said:
great stuff thank you
one question i have a z1s would this basically be the same steps?
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should be the same. Z1C = Z1s Chinese = Z1f Japan
Hello!
Hello I just want to know, is it possible to change the whole housing of Z1C without damaging the LCD? I mean like, I own a White Z1C and I want to change to black housing..?
Yes, it's doable. You basically need 3 parts, plus a lot of double sided adhesive tape (original).
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Yes, it's doable. You basically need 3 parts, plus a lot of double sided adhesive tape (original).
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3 Parts? Not 4? Sorry I don't quite understand, as I thought there will be back cover, back panel, middle frame & front lcd supporting panel.
Middle frame and the plastic part sustaining the panel are being sold as one. You will need the sim/usb/SD covers as well
Hey guys,
i need to replace my ear piece speaker mesh, can i just buy the speaker mesh and replace it or am i going to have to replace all of the adhesive strips and pull my phone phone apart completely?
Done a bit more research and if im right all i need to do is pry the screen off replace the ear peice mesh and then the screen adhesive and then put the screen back on?
Ive pulled apart and put back together many phones just not waterproof phones so am assuming i need to place any adhesive thats even remotely involved in the repair
Azmil2307 said:
3 Parts? Not 4? Sorry I don't quite understand, as I thought there will be back cover, back panel, middle frame & front lcd supporting panel.
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Are you still waiting to do this? If so, what model number do you have? I have a black and want to change for white...
hi folks
I cracked my bottom speaker grill. Many resellers have it
http://rounded.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact-d5503-deco-cover-black-for-speaker-grill.html
but how it's hooked to the main frame? If it's simple it's definetely a go, if I have to disassembly the whole phone is definitely a no-go thanks, no teardown video was useful for now
Hi,
I need to replace the GPS antenna of my Z1C.
After having googled for hours, I found nothing.
Does somebody know where I could find it (and, more, how to replace it )?
Thanks
The ring around The power button fell off does anyone know where to find it?
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Hi guyz, i want to replace my lcd with the white frame like this
http://imageshack.com/a/img913/2418/4TSiKx.jpg
how to do?
hi
yet another shop part : http://www.parts4repair.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact-sony-xperia-z1-mini/
i've already order for another phone in the past, it's ok
guap said:
hi folks
I cracked my bottom speaker grill. Many resellers have it
http://rounded.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact-d5503-deco-cover-black-for-speaker-grill.html
but how it's hooked to the main frame? If it's simple it's definetely a go, if I have to disassembly the whole phone is definitely a no-go thanks, no teardown video was useful for now
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Found a solution? Trying to do the same thing
Does anyone know of anywhere selling Z3 spares yet? Managed to smash/crack the rear glass on the back, sat down on ground and forgot phone was in rear pocket. Ooops!
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Does anyone know of anywhere selling Z3 spares yet? Managed to smash/crack the rear glass on the back, sat down on ground and forgot phone was in rear pocket. Ooops!
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Ouch.. For me, i have it as a general rule to NEVER put a phone in the back pocket..
here you go:
http://magboss.eu/articles.php?cid=1565#
If you still need some recommend, you can try http://bit.ly/1hr3mcc
Hope it can help you.
Hello everyone,
I sat my phone on my bed and it slid off and landed on a plate. The back glass panel is cracked all over and has two spots of likely impact.
Luckily the camera, flash and front screen is perfectly fine so I'm hoping the cost to replace the single sheet of glass is low.
I know this is a recently released device but I was wondering if anyone has had this issue before and how much Sony charged to repair it out of warranty either on this model or a previous Z.
http://i.imgur.com/YfeTsqc.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/iBaB6QJ.jpg
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Hello everyone,
I sat my phone on my bed and it slid off and landed on a plate. The back glass panel is cracked all over and has two spots of likely impact.
Luckily the camera, flash and front screen is perfectly fine so I'm hoping the cost to replace the single sheet of glass is low.
I know this is a recently released device but I was wondering if anyone has had this issue before and how much Sony charged to repair it out of warranty either on this model or a previous Z.
http://i.imgur.com/YfeTsqc.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/iBaB6QJ.jpg
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You are probably better off doing it yourself or give it to a local shop as manufacturers generally have a higher turn around time. I believe I saw a back glass for $30-40, though not sure if it was of same standards.
You can buy the back glass from places like aliexpress (china) from £10-20 and I think they are on ebay too.
There are videos explaining how to replace them (for z2, but should be same for z3)
Waterproofing is probably not gauranteed.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3qqP58024Y
Really sorry to hear/see that, mate. From what I know - replacing it would be ridiculously simple - IF you can get a replacement. Might be worth to look in popular webstores selling parts. Also, try ifixit.com.
Sorry to be of little help but that's all I have right now.
Akiainavas said:
Really sorry to hear/see that, mate. From what I know - replacing it would be ridiculously simple - IF you can get a replacement. Might be worth to look in popular webstores selling parts. Also, try ifixit.com.
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You're right, it does look very simple to fix. The only issue I'd have with doing it myself would be are the parts they (witrigs.com) supply any good/official and would it not be water-resistant anymore.
I believe you need to use heat (for glue) to seperate the back glass. If you are worried just go to a local repair store. If you give it to Sony then you have time wasted in back and forth shipping and then processing. If you can live without your phone for a few weeks ship it to Sony. If you are lucky and have a Sony repair center nearby that would be better.
good to know I can do this myself
buda81 said:
good to know I can do this myself
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As @abhinav.tella suggested - heat does the trick.
I replaced battery in my Xperia Z with a hair dryer, a small suction pad I normally use to hang my towel and some glue that double acts as a sealant.
You simply heat the device up, and then use the suction pad to lift the glass - the glue should have melted by now - just be extra careful not to apply pressure on the cracked parts. Then scrape off the leftover glue from corners, when it cools down apply new one and put the glass panel inside - heat again, push it firmly and wait until it cools down again. ( some kits include glue that doesn't need to be heated up )
You can get all those for literally 20-30$. I'm sure you realize that, but it might be worth to mention that this will probably void your warranty.
Hey bro, I feel your pain it happen to me too.. I just updated my post.. There might be some information, that might help you.. You might want to check it out..
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Has anyone successfully replaced their midframe or LCD with midframe assembly?
If so, do the new parts come with pre applied adhesive for the LCD and battery etc?
Looking to replace my mid frame so the phone looks mint again but want to know what all I need upfront.
Also for someone who's not an amatuer how hard is it to work on this phone?
Thanks in advance
i have replaced the front and back on 3 cheap ebay wins. all of the replacement parts came with no tape. i bought the tape that was recommended by zack from JerryRigEverything. also, the repair is not hard it just takes time.