I prefer to change my scratched frame of my s3. Is it easy to remove and install this frame? Or easier to replace my broken glass alone?
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No, I am usually good at this kind of stuff. Change out my broken scene on my iPad no problem. But my s3 is now junk I would pay the $100.00 to get it done.
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The glass and the touch screen assembly are one piece. I bought mine from amazon and had it replaced, but later found that taking it to an LG service centre would have been 20% cheaper! Also, if you're doing it yourself, be aware that the replacement LCD does not come with the frame like on other phones, so you have to knock out the old one from the old frame first.
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If your glass is just cracked you can try to pull it off with heat and tools and then apply new glass. Likely you'll just ruin your screen more. I was able to fix my screen in two hours following the instructions. Yes it cost more but you'll be happy with it.
347674
the glass and the amoled will need to be removed to replace this, I do not recommend doing this unless you plan replacing the entire front assembly.
2107829
It's very easy to remove. No residue. When I first placed it on the glass I was able to pull it off immediately to correct some air bubbles. But please note: after about 2 months I accidentally pulled it up (it was stupid of me really), and it cracked the corner. Overall I would purchase this glass time and time again to save damaging my screen. Since I like to resell my phones and upgrade on a regular basis this is worth the investment.
817568
Yes! I have no problems removing mine! It is a bit snug, so the glass doesn't just fall out of the frame when in use, but it doesn't take a lot of force to get it out!
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Together, if I understand question. I first bought just the glass cover ($5-10), but cracked the digitizer trying to remove old broken glass with a heat gun. This item $120ish was easy to replace, just watch the u tube video instructions first.
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I came here looking to post this question too, as the tiny plastic piece near the charging port snapped off. I'm looking for a replacement but can't find the frames on Amazon to purchase, despite the product description clearly stating that colors are interchangeable. One would think that the frames would then be available for purchase. Not even on Spigen's own website are frames available for purchase.
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No, when you remove glass, the logo comes off too. Replacement glass does not have Samsung logo.
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It probably doesn't matter. The glass is bonded to the screen, and CAN NOT be removed. Skip this, and buy the glass/screen replacement unit...it's the only way. Hope this helps.
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if you're talking about the smart phone replacement screen....it was what I ordered but hard to put on takes all day to remove the broken glass... look up on you tube how to replace one of these and it'll show you... maybe this helps you out....if we're talking about the same purchase item!...???
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Its easy straight forward fix,it has a step by step video,on the same issue,also its best to purchase the complete front housing (LCD,digitizer, front plate) this is the link Watch "Galaxy S4 Screen Replacement / Frame Exchange / T..." on YouTube - Galaxy S4 Screen Replacement / Frame Exchange / T...: http://youtu.be/wPXVnTlrqeo
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Hey, I still haven't attempted mine, however, my friend does fix them for a living and he told me its easier to buy the whole LCD w/glass, that if you try removing glass wrong it'll snap the LCD board if you don't use a heating pad like repair shops use. He said just buying the glass is a money scheme though, that's why I haven't tried mine yet
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The glass is fused to the LCD panel, and cannot be replaced separately. You have to replace the whole assembly, though you can save some money if you buy it without the housing.
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The way this is built, I do not think that a replacement glass would be possible to install. I have had mine for about a year now and have had no problem with it with normal use and care.
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Yes it will just replace the glass just be very careful it looks simple but can go wrong quick. Before you start to work on your phone go over some how to videos on YouTube and some step by step instructions online too.
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Hi Vanessa,Its very easy to remove it, as it have sticking agent at its boundary (not in the entire area of the glass ), its easy to remove and reapply it.Regards,Abhishek