yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[AT&T LG Optimus G] johnbyebye:
Lol, it says "More than 10 available."
[AT&T LG Optimus G] pinkster:
looking foward to this mod, keep us updated!
[AT&T LG Optimus G] aydn:
Just as I was reading this thread, I dropped my E970 on the road, landed right on the top left edge and cracked the digitizer...!!!

The LCD is fine but the glass/touch input is not working for the top half.

I am considering to order the digitizer and replace just that, it's half the cost of the assembly with LCD ($45 vs $85) BUT, is the glass digitizer fused to the LCD like the iPhone screens?

If so it is almost impossible, and I'm better off buying a new screen.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Kingofpower:
Nice man, good work
[AT&T LG Optimus G] :
I think they're glued together. Last time I tried to separate a screen from the digitizer I cracked the screen in the process, lol.

Sent from my Optimus G
[AT&T LG Optimus G] theytalkalot:
Wow..you have guts...awesome pictures..thank you. No way could I do something like this. Knowing my luck, one of my kids would grab a piece and go running off laughing..:banghead:
[AT&T LG Optimus G] whoamanwtf:
I've replaced just the digitizer before on the iphone that has a fused one.... Lots of patience and a heat gun.. But 40 dollar difference I'm not sure the extra effort is worth it. If you do decide to try try and separate them before you order in case you do break the panel.

Sent from my Slicked OG
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Infekxion:
I stumbled on this site a while back and last month or so I saw this, .http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-lg-optimus-g-e970-e973-ls970-lcd-screen-and-digitizer-assembly.html I would pay that just to get rid of the LG logo.

-edit- Still waiting for the back plates to surface.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] clorbag:
Can you buy the international camera with 13 mega pixel and replace it?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] kMogs17:
my phone has that cracking sound when you push on the back. I read somewhere that taking it apart and removing the tape (or adding more tape) will fix the issue. Is this correct?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Digil:
Interesting. I'd love to get rid of the logo. Not gonna pay $100 to do it, but if my screen breaks, I'd jump right on this.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] saschlac:
I can try, but I haven't been able to find the international camera module for sale anywhere online. I'm willing to bet that even if it fits the kernel would need to be modified, but I suppose it's worth a shot.

That would probably help. The blue film near the top part of the phone is most likely the culprit.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] whiteguypl:
Screen protector + sticker of any logo you want over the lg logo = not $100
[AT&T LG Optimus G] gruiz3:
wish me luck

I should be getting my replacement digitizer/lcd. I'm going to attemt to replace them later today if the part comes in. The back glass is easy as pie to remove. Depending on how the lcd and digitizer are mounted im hoping its straight up heat and peel off, remove then reverse. I'll let you guys know how it goes. The way it was cracked the whole digitizer is non responsive.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Akop87:
I was able to put the palm pre's back cover inductive coil and magnets into my optimus g. the connectors are not attached to anything so charging is not possible but the internals of the back cover fit in the optimus g just fine and my sprint optimus g sticks to my touchstone. Now someone with a bit of more know how can figure out where to solder or creat prongs for the optiums g we can have charging.. sorry i did not take any pictures did it in the first half hour of work as i was in the office a bit early thought id kill some time at my desk.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] gruiz3:
Wouldn't you just need to find the proper positive and negative points? Does it work the same asan external charger? By that I mean charge delivery.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] mikl0018:
how to remove headphone jack?

Thank you for the pics - gave me much more confidence for my project! I cracked my screen and ordered this part off ebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/200907619218?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 NEW OEM LG Optimus G E970 LCD Screen Touch Screen Digitizer Assembly Frame AT&T to do the repair. I am ready to put everything back together except I don't know how to transfer the headphone jack/proximity sensor assembly. This is a quite small part on the top right corner of the phone if you are looking at the back - not a part of the main board. How is this piece attached? I'd be happy to help coach/talk others through it if I have success :)

Thank you,
[AT&T LG Optimus G] mikl0018:
Got it - just double sided tape

All that holds that jack in is double-sided tape. It is pretty strong but I got it with a hair dryer.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] mikl0018:
Done :)

Everything went back together without much incidence and my phone is working great! I wanted to pass along a couple notes I took while taking it apart that might help others. I used Torx bit T6 for the screws on the frame bottom - it might be a size smaller but it worked for me and for all the screws inside I used PH00 phillips.

Thank you,
[AT&T LG Optimus G] ssuluh:
Great post. Sticky please?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] N4t4ly45:
Removing The Backplate

What type of torx did you use to remove the backplate? After removing the backplate and important precautions beside the adhesive tape I need to take note on before removing the battery? Thank you for the post by the way.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] g33k3r:
T5 torx to remove bottom screws.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] notown775:
quick question. there is a crack by the volume rocker. if I purchased a back would the side be good to go??
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Nastybutler:
The replacement back that I bought off eBay also has all four sides as well.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] notown775:
So the phone would be back as close to "mint" as possible..

this one X+ feels like a one X
[AT&T LG Optimus G] mikl0018:
I don't think so

I really don't think that after replacing the back panel/battery cover on this phone that your side volume rocker crack will be repaired. I got sides with the screen assembly I purchased but the back fits on top and into that frame - it does not have sides. I'm pretty positive that will be the case.

On another note does anyone have a better source for a replacement back than this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-OEM-LG-...426?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2ec6cc7402 From an earlier post this vendor appears to be out of stock: http://www.ebay.com/itm/150951735574?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 but may reduce the price back over a decimal point if they get more???

Also here is the best price I can find for the screen replacement - they were out of stock but have some now and they are about $16 less than Ebay http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-lg-...nd-digitizer-assembly-with-front-housing.html - wish they had backs...

Thank you,
[AT&T LG Optimus G] greyDrifter:
Digitizer Replacement

Dropped my phone and damaged the digitizer, screen, and back.

Replacement part arrived six days later, took less than an hour exploring along the way.

What is the best way to do a hardware diagnostic?

I concur with saschlac's assessment the screen is not easy to replace. The phone is built on the framework of the screen.

Observations from the process:

- If the back is cracked the pressure exerted to loosen the back cover will finish the job. Cover it with clear tape before attempting not after and many of the tiny shards will be contained.

- While pen caps are a nice non-conductive pry tool. (Probably the reason why the back looks the way it does.) There is a second row of catches in line with the SD and SIM cards that a longer tool is needed to remove.

-I used a T5 on the bottom and a PH00 for the internal screws. If your PH00 is distorted or thicker than it should be the screws are difficult to break free. The third PH00 I tried worked.

- The foil covering the Synapnes chip will rip.

- When removing the main board, be careful around the camera facing the screen. In the image ...-00362 you will see some brown. where the traces have been lifted away and the solder remained on the main board. That camera is non-functioning atm, reflowing isn't going to fix it. Looks like it should lift with the main board. Also there is a small adhesive ring, possibly foam tape, that attaches the camera to the screen.

Would it be better to pull this out entirely rather that risk an intermittent connection?

- Audio jack / sensor is attached by double stick tape, the easiest way to remove it is inserting a screw driver into the jack and prying upward. Proper application of leverage.

- Battery is secured with double stick tape.

- The traces beneath the motor and speaker are delicate and held down by double stick tape. As is the bar that receives the three buttons. Nervewrecking.

- The three most difficult parts were removing the button bar (delicate), the secondary camera (damaged / blind), and the back cover (blind).

PM me with the best method to upload the 18 images (21.2 MB) if you think they should be added to this thread.

LifeLineRepairs has a video of a portion of the teardown on youtube.

/watch?v=S4uspcvx3f0
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Tyler44346:
Does anyone know where the vibration motor is on the Optimus G? I've searched through the pictures and i didnt see anything about it. Last night my phone grew legs and ran half way across the room while i was sleeping. Now vibration wont work. I'm not sure if i should try to restore my phone to see if its a problem within the software, or tinker with the motor, if its a problem with the hardware.

Thanks
[AT&T LG Optimus G] 350zx6r:
how do you actually open? Because I see your pictures but it doesnt show how to open. I took a trip down to another country and used their SIM card but it seems that it got jammed and it went all the way in. at&t wont even look at the phone and lg wants me to ship the phone, I dont think is necessary. Will I need any special tools?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] tavocabe:
The LifeLineRepairs video is showing the E975 model I think, is it very similar to the At&t version?

Also, can you upload those 18 images? They will help a lot. My digitizer is dead, and I dont seem to find good tutorials/videos on how to replace it.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] itzmydamnlyf:
Even i was looking for some decent video on how to open it up. The Lifelinerepair video is incomplete.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] greyDrifter:
per request.

"PM me with the best method to upload the 18 images."

Photos taken 07/19/2013 10:50 AM

I hate Captcha.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] greyDrifter:
remaining images

Remainder of images

Photos taken 07/19/2013 10:51 AM

Be careful with the forward facing camera.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] richx10:
I was recently forced to perform my own screen replacement due to drop damage, and nobody in my country seems to have access to the spare parts or have done this before. From my own reading, many of the tear-down steps shown at iFixit for the Nexus 4 also apply to my E975 Optimus G. You may find also similar videos on YouTube.

On iFixit's page for Optimus G is also a link to a PDF file. This seems to be some kind of service procedure, and it's worked for me.

Photos of my repair work can be found at http(s)www(dot)facebook(dot)com/media/set/?set=a.10151721334369826.1073741827.515234825&type=1&l=3ca1fa7f06. I ordered and used the replacement part from Etradesupply.com which also comes with the front housing, saving me from having to use a heat-gun, which was very promptly shipped to me.

This was the first time I attempted any repair on a mobile phone, and I was very nervous. But these resources have helped me tremendously. I hope you guys will find it useful too.

(As a new user here, I was banned from posting links ... so it was all removed from my message)
[AT&T LG Optimus G] tavocabe:
I want to buy the same screen with the front housing from etrade too but it says it's out of stock, how could you buy it?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] richx10:
I just checked because you said so, the E970 screen + assembly is sold out, but for E975 it's still in stock.

It really annoyed me when last week they had a discount/promotion and sold the same item I bought for $89 at $72.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] sasoq:
I see a Canadian version optimus g 13mp rear camera for sale, would it fit in the Lg E970? Does anyone have thoughts or info on this? would greatly appreciate it :fingers-crossed:
[AT&T LG Optimus G] danial.aw:
Canadian version has 8 mp
[AT&T LG Optimus G] sasoq:
I msg the seller and the details on the camera was that it was the Canadian gsm version and that it was 13mp.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-LG-OPTIMUS-G-E971-E973-REPLACEMENT-ORIGINAL-REAR-FACING-CAMERA-/141007094013?pt=US_Cell_Phone_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item20d4ad80fd
[AT&T LG Optimus G] endeavor2908:
Wow

Awesome post, definitely a huge thank button for that, I even laugh seeing a SAMSUNG chip on this phone
[AT&T LG Optimus G] delacheol:
Screen + Digitizer Replacement completed

It took me a while to make the decision to take the leap and pry open my phone, but I did it and all seems to be working so far... (knock on wood). I was originally going to take it to a local repair shop but they didn't have the parts and short of me looking over their shoulder I can't be sure what they're going to do. In any case, consulting this forum helped me get started in the right direction so thanks to everyone who posted here.

Good news: 2 videos are available on youtube for the E970 (AT&T version) AND etradesupply seems to have restocked the screen + digitizer + case assembly

The first video is more thorough with audio commentary.

Title: LG Optimus G E970 Screen Replacement Repair Guide (by RepairsUniverse)

watch?v=-XCAsHJ6t4Y

In case anything is unclear, as it was for me, consult the second video. The approaches are slightly different.

Title: LG Optimus G E970 Screen Replacement (by LifeLineRepairs)

watch?v=TMFf3CSrTgw

The part that I worked with is the LCD Screen + Digitizer Assembly with Front Housing. This includes the metal front and side metal frame that houses everything minus the back panel. You can save a couple bucks by getting just the LCD Screen + Digitizer Assembly but that requires heating and removal of the display/digitizer from the housing and installing the new one with "adhesive strips" and I didn't really want to down that route.

etradesupply seems to have restocked their supply just days after I ordered mine from ebay so I can't vouch for etradesupply, personally, but they're referenced in numerous places. The seller I ordered from on ebay is eoqkr153 and ships fast and free. The part seems genuine OEM, brand new and in perfect working order. Coincidentally my original LCD had a dead pixel (after I dropped the phone) and it annoyed the heck out of me. Also, etradesupply is cheaper.

* FEW THINGS TO NOTE:

- The part did not come with any tools, but ebay has tons available. I got a set for $3 including expedited shipping and came with 4 torx drivers, the pry tool (flimsy but got the job done) and some other stuff.

- The first video sort of glossed over the removal of the front-facing camera so watch the second video for reference. (Sorry, I didn't have the presence of mind to take pictures during the repair.)

- As the video says, be gentle and patient with the battery. I bent mine ever so slightly, but it survived the transfer.

- The videos don't cover the SIM / SD card door. My part didn't come with one attached so I removed it from the old frame. It's pretty self explanatory and doesn't require any tools.

- When reassembling, be sure to tuck in the antenna wires snug into the frame, especially the shorter black one on the left side (when LCD side is facing down). I didn't do this and the wire was getting in the way of one of the clips when I was trying to put the back panel back on.

Good luck.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] loglegs:
mainboard (sim card reader)

hi good day i saw in your tear down pics the sim card reader and micro sd slot is there. Do you know where i can buy a mainboard because my phone is not reading my sim card.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] WVUFanatic103:
neat

cool tear down nice to know
[AT&T LG Optimus G] DeathmonkeyGTX:
The phone is so unpopular, thus rendering parts support in dire straits.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] dark_horizon:
Cracked Screen

I discovered sometime back that the touchscreen was not working. On closer inspection, I found out there is a large crack on the upper left part of the screen. I haven't dropped my cell or anything, so am not exactly sure how it happened.

I stay outside the US, and this model has not been launched by LG in my country so parts are not available. Am planning to order parts from the US via a visiting friend, and then get it repaired at a local service center.

This is the crack, the red line is running above the crack, parallel to it.

I managed to "slide to unlock" once after too many attempts. The home, back, and options buttons are not working. Volume and Power button working perfectly fine.

Can anyone suggest if I should order only "Touchscreen Digitizer" or "Touch Screen Digitizer Panel + LCD Display Screen"?

If "Touch Screen Digitizer Panel + LCD Display Screen", I am planning to buy from this vendor. Any suggestion where I can get it cheaper than this?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-Black-For-LG-Optimus-G-E970-AT-T-LCD-Touch-Digitizer-Screen-Assembly-Tools-/400606325869?pt=US_Cell_Phone_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item5d45ff6c6d#shpCntId

Thanks for all the help.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] luisoman2000:
Are you doing the repair yourself? If you have the technical know-how, you could order just the digitizer(AKA the glass), thing is the digitizer is usually glued to the lcd, so you need a heat gun to take it apart. It would be easier to replace both lcd and touch digitizer.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] dark_horizon:
I intend to hand over the parts to local LG service center and get it repaired. I don't have the skills to repair it myself. Should I go ahead with the digitizer only?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] luisoman2000:
go ahead then. They should have the technical skill and tools to make the repair. The LCD is ok right? its not broken or anything?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] dark_horizon:
There is a big crack on the screen. That's it. The lock screen background looks perfect. No sign of any distortion in colors.

The touchscreen, though, is not working.

So, if my understanding is correct, LCD is working fine, whereas the digitizer has failed.

Any links to buy only the digitizer?

Thanks for your constant assistance in this regard!
[AT&T LG Optimus G] luisoman2000:
wish i could help with links but i'm at work right now and ebay is blocked here. Hope you find just the digitizer.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] simu2014:
phone is not charging

my phone's LCD + digitizer was replaced recently and it was repaired at a local shop in my city.

These parts for sourced from China as these were not available where I live.

Phone worked fine for couple of days after the repair but in between, touch was not responding intermittently and the backside of the phone was heating up during this time. After a week, when battery was discharged, it wont charge and also does not flash any LED.

I took it to repair shop but he is unable to diagnose the problem..please advise, if anyone came across similar situation unfortunately..
[AT&T LG Optimus G] sulphur27:
Hi,

My friend probably broke his sim card reader. Can you tell me if it is possible to easily change it ? I saw that i can order a reader on the internet but I don't know if it requires some special soldering skills and items or can i just plug it out and put a new one. Can you help me please ?

best regards

Piotr
[AT&T LG Optimus G] friendlyguy55:
Wow, I would never be comfortable with tearing my phone down like that.

You're one fearless guy. :p
[AT&T LG Optimus G] rudra7:
Cool Man

What about front side ?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Gentry Black:
Digitizer issues

So I replaced the assembly, and the Digitizer still doesn't work... Any suggestions, ideas?
[AT&T LG Optimus G] richx10:
As far as I know, the Optimus G was one of the rare models back then to have the digitizer manufactured as part of the front glass. Some people call this "in-cell touch digitizer". And the LCD is in turn, somewhat glued onto the frame or the glass. If you're not handy with a heat-gun, probably easier and less labourous to replace the entire front assembly with LCD and glass and other small bits and bobs together.

On a side note, I finally managed to install CM11 onto my E975! Turns out my CWM version was bad/weird and wouldn't allow the .zip to be installed properly. Had to perform a full factory restore, re-root, re-install CWM before I could get CM11 in. Whew! What a Saturday! :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rohhanpandya:
Hey folks, I have tried all the custom roms available for the SGN in the MIUI environment, but with every rom, an issue exists, and that is the battery charging issue. The battery charges very slowly, and suddenly shows 100%, and when i disconnect the charger it comes back to 30-%40%. I tried wiping battery stats, no success. Even tried changing kernels.

The roms i have tried:

1. MID team MIUI

2. Rocket MIUI

3. miuiandroid_ics-3.1.18

4. MIUI-Note-2.5.11

Kernels tried are :

1. Philz

2. Hydracore

3. TheMIDTeam1.5_Kernel_LQ2

4. AbyssNotekernel42RedTouchCustomLogo

Help me out guys! :mad:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nokiamodeln91:
does this happen on a stock rom as well.. may be now you need a new battery.. :p
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rohhanpandya:
No, the battery works fine on the stock. Only MIUI has this issue with my phone!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nokiamodeln91:
have you tried this

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2061423
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rohhanpandya:
Its is note 2 rom!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nokiamodeln91:
I don't know. It's says port and more over its in the note 1 section.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rohhanpandya:
Ya, bt the name says Note TW 2! I dont know wat they mean by that! Plus the 2nd line in the thread says "This Rom is a port from Miuiv4 for the Note2"
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rohhanpandya:
Finally back on stock! and the battery goes from 30% to 40% in like 20 mins! Now thats what im talkin abt!! :victory:
[Off-topic] deadcpu:
Just say what are you where do you stand and how did you became to happen that

----------------Read If You Have Time----------------

Send From My Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100,

HIT thanks if I did Helped you.

LIFE! It's what you make out of it!
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I'm human, I stand on the ground, and to make that happen I grew up.
[Off-topic] Adi Shakthi:
Dal chaval pakane vala
[Off-topic] deadcpu:
Lolz,

Just dont leave the topic,

Just say abt yourself

----------------Read If You Have Time----------------

Send From My Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100,

HIT thanks if I did Helped you.

LIFE! It's what you make out of it!
[Off-topic] Adi Shakthi:
Manufacturing dokla:D
[Off-topic] deathnotice01:
i'm a potato, a fresh essence of a lively produce,

i also like to live dangerously and mix myself in a sherbet of lemons,

i can't stand but i can tap dance though,

i somehow see only the color brown and have a subtle elated turnover when watching 2 potatos on a couch
[Off-topic] Adi Shakthi:
Wow nice potato....am ready with my rajpthan thalvar (nife)...

Oh dear potato am sorry am going to cut ur head zip zip......:D

Its adi provided 0% mercy. .
[Off-topic] satan89:
Junkie, stand near shady lanes and parks, got like this coz i was beaten as a kid :p:D:sly::thumbup:

Sent from my ST27i
[Off-topic] Thats OK:
Jeezus another thread for the can...

I don't have a clue why I'm even posting in here...
[Off-topic] VaderSKN:
Odp: Occupation inspiration

We need a thrash can for all closed threads.
[Off-topic] Archer:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=37429593&postcount=12

Thread closed.
[Sony Xperia T, TL, TX, V] janedoe5000:
Hello and sorry for the noob question, I just got my Xperia T yesterday and I was wondering what is this icon in the notification bar? it kind of looks like an N.