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[Galaxy S II Accessories] frozenglaze:
Wow I think I won't even bother to try to replace my screen myself if it meets a mishap. Don't have skills to carry it out :(

I think you found yourself a new vocation though ^^ To repair screens haha.. Could make some money that way~
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
It's certainly not a difficult job. This took me about 20mins including photography. I could replace a screen or whatever you want to call it in about 4-5. That antenna is the worst bit! I wrote this so anyone carrying out this work knows that it is not labour-intensive.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Demon_man:
As I said before you my friend have balls, but if it came to it again having done it would you not just take it to a service centre ?? Im still awaiting mine after a complete screen shatter(through no fault of my own they dont fly) I have a feeling though it make come back repaired, on a scale of 1-10 how difficult would you say this is to swap the phone to a new housing, I would be swapping everything over, unless i go to my service centre round the corner

Edit Scratch that just rang me there posting me a new phone on Tuesday :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
On a scale of 1-37 (how arbitrary) I would rate it about 12 on the basis that ham-fister work with the screwdriver can render the phone deader than a dead thing if those SMDs get chipped. If you discount that hazard, I would call it a 5.

Actually, if your scale of 1-37 had "desoldering, replacing and resoldering an SMD Intel ATOM chip" at "37" and writing your name as "1" then the scale makes more sense. If you've ever worked with micro miniature pitch ribbon cable connectors before, then perhaps less than 12. It truly is an easy-to-fix device which puts Apple's stupid "pentalobular" screw crap and general "stay-outishness" to shame. There are no weird connectors, permanently locked plastic security tags, thread lock gunk, glued up pieces or anything. I can understand why it would become a magnitude more difficult if you had to remove the glass from the bezel or whatever, but this is really a noddy job. Simpler than replacing the heatsink on your PC processor (sorry Apple, you don't count), changing the wheel on a car or cooking a reasonable French velouté soup.

As for a service centre, no. Definitely no. Sonera charge €50 just to look at it first, then the repair cost on top. Not sure of other avenues, but self repair is far better.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Hunteres:
my display its ok and i am taking care of it..but this tutorial couldnt make me stay calm...amazing job you have done here mate. pics are superb and even link provided... you are worth my 5 thanks today... i hope we will have more people like you around here and then i will become a part of service centre - just watching stuff like this - great ...:)))

thanks again!!!!!!!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] naamankaa:
Thanks alot! I will try that.

Ps. Sun suomenkieli on oikein sujuvaa :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] millennium007:
useful stuff.... great
[Galaxy S II Accessories] hack51:
good job helped me very much
[Galaxy S II Accessories] s00000000000ka:
nice job man :D
[Galaxy S II Accessories] naamankaa:
Still no luck finding a reasonably priced display assembly :/

Is there any website beside ebay which is selling display assemblys with international shipping with low prices?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
I'm afraid I am not sure any more. Since I replaced my own screen I haven't really looked around for replacement units since.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] c19932:
hey Prostheta, first of all thank you very much for the time and effort you put into making this guide.

I recently dropped my black sgs2 and got scratches all over the chrome bezel as well as the black back compartment. Fortunately, my screen is perfect without scratches! I wish to replace the housing to a completely NEW, WHITE housing. so that means I would have to replace the the back component, the chrome bezel component, and the front screenplate. I have 2 questions:

1) If I want to replace the front screen plate (not the entire touchscreen digitizer or whatever, JUST the first layer of white screen plate), would that require a heat gun to remove it?

2) If I decide to keep my current black screen, and ONLY replace the back component and bezel, would I need any accessories or extra stuffs in addition to just removing screws? In other words, is only removing screws sufficient to transfer the touchscreen component from the old bezel housing to a new bezel housing?

I figure that if replacing the front screen plate is too hard, then I'm just going to leave that alone and replace the rest of the housing.

THANK YOU!! as soon as I hear back from you I will purchase what's needed to replace the housing =)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] esd917:
good job! thanks!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
I have always been a little circumspect about giving advice on removing/replacing the bezels on the basis that they are plastic and the torsion involved is more than I would dare to apply to the fragile screen. That and the heat....

A heat gun would allow you to apply even heat (having hot/cold spots is likely to increase chances of breakage) however you'd need advice from somebody who has actually done it. It would be somewhat irresponsible of me to advocate something I wouldn't try myself!

Any chance you can divulge your component source if you are Europe-side? Naamankaa is on the hunt for a new unit also.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] c19932:
hello. thanks for the reply. unforunately Im in the US and Im planning to order the parts from ebay.

So If I replace the bezel (not the screen), then just removing/replacing screws can get it done? without heatgun? But I would have to be extremely careful with it
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
The bezel is bonded to the front part of the unit. In the photo tutorial, the screen is one assembled component that wouldn't break down further without heat, etc. I attempted to remove the bezel on my broken unit but in my opinion the twisting and application of pressure endangers the parts you need to save. Your mileage may vary doing this, as i have seen it done on a YT video a while back. A lot of money to be risking for a mere cosmetic change i think.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Steria:
So, you do not think that this has weakened the phone structure in any way?

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=22465469&postcount=126

...other than esthetics that is? Is there a problem keeping it like it is now? I do not want it to become more fragile, if you understand what I mean. If I keep it like this, without changing the whole screen ($200...).
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
Structurally, probably not. It is technically feasible to repair that with CA glue, however it is difficult in situ. I would say all or nothing on this one. Shame your screen still works though. That's the real bite.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] NoOneCanHelpMe:
Dont change it, unless u have a lot of extra money :p

I dropped main many times and this is what happened, the glue got unstuck at the corner. It's about half a milimeter or less and was really bothering me, but half a year now and the hole hasnt widened at all. I lowered the brightness of the LEDs so the light is not leaking and it's perf.

I did disassemble it though, but it seemed way too much work just for this. I know u have a crack, but if u can live with it for now, I'd suggest not doing anything about it :) in the next few months the parts for S2 are gonna become cheaper and cheaper and u can just swap the whole screen with the glass :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
I doubt S2 screens will become cheaper, even with the S3 on the cards. S1 screens didn't become cheaper, plus the S2 is better tech than that of the S3! I might migrate to the Note to be honest.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] boki_thegame:
Great tutorial
[Galaxy S II Accessories] trt44:
Fantastic guide
[Galaxy S II Accessories] mick2021:
excellent guide. was able to replace the screen without any issues.

thanks!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] blindboylevy:
Small question here, i've been looking on the net for some new glass. It's seems you can buy 2 kinds of it. Glass only and glass + the screen on it. Prices are 8-15dollars and 140-190dollars. My screen has some broken parts but it's only the glass cause my touchscreen still works like a new one. I just need to buy such glass then and follow this tutorial?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] sader0:
Hello Guys,

My phone got smashed badly(was in Casemate Tough Case), and now screen is cracked and completely black. However buttons are lightening up and alarm was working next morning - xD

has anyone had same issues before ? Is it possible to evaluate how bad was the damage(disassemble ?) - is it just screen or something else ?

also would appreciate in case anyone will point out for a good screen dealer with delivery worldwide.

Best on price I've seen are www.brando.com, but i'm not sure for quality, however their screen protectors are good.

Thanks for help !
[Galaxy S II Accessories] YaPaY:
If you pay it wiht paypal you can cancel the payment(dispatch), if you think the replacament part is not orginal.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] caroland:
screen replacement

Nice guide, thank you, how much you paid for the lcd screen?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
I paid about €100 for it including shipping I think. It was a while back now, so if I didn't mention cost back in the early parts of the thread I don't know. It wasn't as bad as it could have been....I think the part itself only cost about £70 since I bought it from a UK seller.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] fasst:
As a supplement to OP, here's a very nice video guide for dissasemling and assembling the S2. I've been using this guide a couple of times changing rear camera module.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65pvAINg2ME&feature=related
[Galaxy S II Accessories] YaPaY:
I'm looking cheapest shop for screen

Brando:= 122 $

Could you suggest another seller?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
$122 is just under €100. I think that is acceptable and the time spent hunting for a cheaper unit is time that could be better spent drinking beer, watching ice hockey, etc.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] YaPaY:
Hi nilste,

Did you use adjustable heat gun during to release of old screen?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] fasst:
I did replace the rear camera module only, but if I should replace the screen I would use a adjustable heatgun as I have one.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] YaPaY:
I don't have one :( Bad luck.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] SachsenPowl:
My friends S2 display got cracked... with Ur Tutorial, we both replaced it :)

PS: Sick skills U have! Without Ur Tut, we where scared to break anything.. But now we are lucky :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] arilsongomes:
Does anybody knows this site? Is it trustable?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] blindboylevy:
My glass is only broken. Don't feel like paying 100€ for glass + digitizer
[Galaxy S II Accessories] digital876:
Hey nice tutorial, i hope i never have to use it. :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] sader0:
Ordered only Screen protectors - imho one of the best you can find around - re-appliable, 3 different types, low shipping - (4.5 out of 5 for quality).

probably will go ahead with ordering the LCD from there in 1-2 weeks(after salary).

in case anyone has other to add - pls let us know

Thanks
[Galaxy S II Accessories] undersc0re:
Nice tut,but I'd rather go to a shop other than damaging my phone cuz i love it lol :D
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Cheexsta:
Awesome tute. I hope I never have to use it...but then I'm a tinkerer by nature, so part of me actually does.

Had some problems with my home button being unresponsive (would have to push really hard to have it register a click), but this tutorial put me off. Good thing, too, because it's working again...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Spunkynitro:
+1, well documented
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
what if you simply want to replace a cracked bezel? most screen digitizer assemblies I have seen come attached to a bezel.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] sader0:
Just asking people who did the replacement of the screen to share the experience. For now I'm clear with technological process, but unclear with the place to buy the LCD.

A dude on Russian 4pda forum informed me that when he replaced the LCD 1st time he had issues with camera not working, as display was drawing the main power from the system and camera did not had enough of it to function properly(they even replaced the camera module to check), this was fixed by replacing a display to a proper one for the 2nd time.

Unfortunately I cant rely on local suppliers as simply there are none :(

Any advise or trusted worldwide shipping Vendor is much appreciated:o

thanks
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
I have never seen just the bezel for sale, never mind have any idea on how to replace it. I doubt it is a viable replacement given how easy it would be to damage the surrounding expensive parts.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
Don't know if you can trust anyone but Samsung for that.

Check www.Aliexpress.com and www.Alibaba.com www.dhgate.com may have something too.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
Is it even possible to replace simply the Bezel?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] madquack:
It is, but an extreme pain in the ass, need a heat gun I don't know if a blow dryer works, I'm sure it would but anyway... heat it up and pry it off!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
Do I need a compression tool, and do I even need to fully dismantle the phone?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
Seriously no one had any input? Its been days . . .:(
[Galaxy S II Accessories] rogeer_aff:
LCD Screen brando.com

Sader0, did you buy the LCD Screen of brando.com?

Tks
[Galaxy S II Accessories] madquack:
Sorry, my email never notified me that you responded, although you can take the bezel off with the phone intact, it's highly recommended you dismantle the phone. by separating the back piece from the front bezel, there are 7 screens you need to take out then split the phone open using something hard but flexible like a guitar pick

Heat it up and pry it off, it's really not that complicated. The biggest problem I believe you'll find is it's hard to find the just the bezel itself, I believe you have to buy the whole front solid piece which means heating up the screen and prying it out and transplanting it to the new front housing.

Also, be advised in your signature it states you're using a SGH-T989 which is dissimilar from our i9100's.

http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Disassembling-Samsung-Galaxy-s-2-T-mobile-T989-Phone/8179/1
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
Any advice as to how to heat the screen, what temperature . . . And how to take out off?

I just purchased an entire mid frame and Bezel combo. It is one piece.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] sader0:
I checked with Brando and screen is without Sammy logo and not original.

instead I ordered set with bezel and misc parts from eBay `7aser` user. will report once arrive to me.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tr!ckst3r:
nice

nice bro........keep it up :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] rogeer_aff:
lcd screen

OK, tks.

I saw the LCD screen+misc parts of 7aser user ebay and I think better pay EURO 150 (186 dollars) instead 168 dollars of only chinese lcd digitizer screen.

This 7aser screen seem original for you?

P.S: sorry for bad english...lol
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Bulmer007:
Thanks bud for the pictures and info, used this and followed it to the letter to replace my friends screen :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] sader0:
well, it did as I ordered one :D' but let me receive one and I will advise you. the advantage of this option is screen comes with bezel and even case itself with some misc parts which can be reused. to replace bare screen is a procedure that requires good skill and your hands attached well enough to your body ;)

again - will advise once received.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
There are some quite high prices being knocked about here for the replacement front units, as I paid just about the €100 mark delivered from the UK. It would be insulting if you were being sold inferior grade copies or imperfect units.

Looking forward to hearing some success stories here.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] darkzide79:
I broke my LCD a couple of weeks ago, took it to a repair center and they told me the repai would cost "at least" 350 dollars; so I decided to replace it myself.

I have to say that it was more simple than I tought, only have problems with the earpice but manage to get it done (thank's to the soft hands of my wife)

One recommendation is to purchase the LCD + Digitize that comes with the bezel is more simple in my opinion
[Galaxy S II Accessories] arilsongomes:
Where did you buy it and how much did you pay?

Enviado de meu GT-I9100 usando o Tapatalk 2
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
I couldn't agree more. Given the complications and potential for further damage by attempting to replace just one part (such as the bezel) replacing one very easy and relatively safe component (the full front unit) makes more sense.

I'm just a bit risk-averse. This is why people don't make bets with me....I only place a bet when I know I am going to win or the odds are stacked in my favour. ;-D
[Galaxy S II Accessories] arilsongomes:
Of course you're right! It happens that we are looking for recomendations. Can you put the link for the seller?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] sader0:
OK guys, I'm writing from my new white(before black) sgs2 phone. Screen with bezel and other parts are received from 7aser user on the eBay. Everything look original to me: screen, body, Backdoor, some internal parts etc. Cost me eur 200 including express delivery via dhl. Considering the place I live this is nice deal.

Photo is attached.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] bman77:
Man this is cool, great guide... just hope I don't need to use it!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
Looks awesome.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] cescof:
Hy... please help me.... After try to replace my usb flex , when i've remounted everything

and after booting my phone i've no more sound from loudspeaker and no more umts signal.

My phone only find gsm provider ....and i'm not able to listen any soun just a buzzer when i try to play sound...

What's happended ?

Any suggests?

Regards
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
Make sure the contacts of the components located on your case pieces (spaker, antenna, etc ...) are making good contract with the motherboard.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] cescof:
Yes i've tried to open again my phone and i've check wire antenna again but nothing changes... I've thought that could be the buzzer spare loudspeaker that has antenna and loudspeaker togheter.. Is it possible??

Now i've ordered a new loudspeaker and a new wire antenna... i really hope to solve this problem but it's really strange that i'm able to have gsm signal but not the umts one..

Why?

Regards
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
Send me some pictures. Ate you sure you got genuine stuff?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] cescof:
Tomorrow i'll try to send to you some pictures...

Seems to me genuine and usb now it's ok ... I've also try to put the old oxidated one but i've the same problem... Also in this minutes i've tried to check again everything.. i've replaced again usb flex but nothing happens.

Where's antenna ? Is it the wire white or is the one serpentine where is the loudspeaker??

Instead of hearing the sounds i hear a kind of little "stoc" ...

Which kind of picture do you need?

Many thanks and regards...

ps Can i send you by pm?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shnn2011:
The speaker is on the housing. The antenna is either on the board or taped acrossthe case with a spring connector. On your phone I think it is on the board. It is usually near an adjustable potentiometer or attenuation adjustment.

Send pictures of what you have questions about.

If you want to thank me, hit the thanks button.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] cescof:
Ok here some pictures...

Regards
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Vazh132:
I broke my sgs2 screen, so i bought a new screen for 140 euro, but when i started to disassemble my phone i noticed that a nail was missing.

Initially i thought that that wasn't a big problem, but later i realized that the plastic part in the back couldn't come off, because the place where the nail was supposed to be were connected. Now i have 140 euro inutilized screen and a phone with a broken screen: what can i do?

P.s=the passage that i couldn't do are "5-6-7-8"

P.p.s=i wanted to post the photo of the defective part, but i can't post any image :(.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
Am I right in thinking that you cannot crack open the two halves of the body using a piece of plastic or similar item?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Vazh132:
It's not that the problem. It's like there is a nail that i cannot remove, therefore i can open the two parts with a piece of plastic but can't divide them.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
I'm not sure what you mean by "nail". Is there a piece of plastic physically connecting the two halves? This does not make sense, because it could not be put together in the first place if you see what I mean.

Post a link to the photo, but remove the "http" part and write it URL without the "."s. I'll see if I can figure out what it is.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Vazh132:
imageshack.us/photo/my-images/710/dscn0613r.jpg

In that point there is something that is preventing me from divide the two parts, if i use use a little bit of force, it begins to bend :(.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
There is a screw underneath that pink/purple thing just to the right of that circle. I think it must be some warranty sticker.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Vazh132:
Don't know, is written in chinese (and i don't understand chinese).

However, what can i do? If there isn't any important part there maybe i can try to pull it out with a bit of force.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
It is written in Chinese, probably yes. It says "remove me".

"Etichetta"?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] omarriachi:
starting

Lets see how it goes. Im definitely gonna blame u when i break something :D great job .
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Vazh132:
Problem resolved, i truly am an idiot :eek:.

I thought that the last nail was supposed to be in the hole near the sticker, but it was underneath it :D.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
Cool cool. I think you will find it easy work from here - just be careful and have plenty of light to work in.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Henxu:
I just repaired mine, but the digitizer isn't working well; i mean, screen displays image ok, no problem; but it doesn't react when I'm touching the screen.

It's quite strange since if I do some kind of pressure on the top right corner of the phone with the index and thumb finger, it reacts again for a while...﻿ Seems strange.

Any suggestion?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
Re-check your connectors and that the ribbons are not damaged. If not, consider querying the seller as it may be a fault.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] miguelchvz89:
Thank You

Thanks so much for this tutorial .. Really helpful !!

Will have it bookmarked.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] soueric:
This tutorial is really good.

Thanks for your work in sharing this!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] YaPaY:
Hi,

If I get this Item: Can I change easily my Galaxy S2 without need a heat gun?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] synetics2k:
cool :victory:
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Prostheta:
Yes. That is essentially the same part as what I used to repair mine. A not too-unreasonable price also in my opinion. Makes the difference between a broken phone and a working one. ;-D
[Galaxy S II Accessories] jaydvn:
Thanks!!!

Thank you guy, I'll try if my screen crack...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] allenmehrer:
thanks

great work! really helpful
[Galaxy S II Accessories] frenchiiiiii:
thanks for your tutorial :good:
[Galaxy S II Accessories] NewComer1234:
thanks alot :) nice tutorial :good: