Battery cover damages easily. So how do u pry it open without damaging it? Using just fingernails on the slit, already damages it. Coin and screwdriver does the same. Can't avoid damaging it.
The little slit is full of scratches on the first day of usage.
Yup, great draw back. Hopefully they'll sell a metal one
Do you have a Nylon Spudger?
i use metal spoons works perfectly
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Has anyone removed the Metal LCD Cover Plate from the Exec? My one has a few dents in it and I want to debrand it. I have a Milling machine at work that I can use to cut myself a new plate, all I need too do I work out how to remove the old one without damaging the the rest of the cover.
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Has anyone removed the Metal LCD Cover Plate from the Exec? My one has a few dents in it and I want to debrand it. I have a Milling machine at work that I can use to cut myself a new plate, all I need too do I work out how to remove the old one without damaging the the rest of the cover.
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hi
i have your problem but i contrite for removing that(after removing it geting worse) since i haven't laser cutter or milling machine i cant do any thing and i forced to stik lather instead of metal
i recomend you if you want to do that embed a tiny knife or blade betwen the plastic part and metal plate if you use long knife it better embed it far as you can (becareful you may cut your hand / scratch plastik part use a piece of cloth to prevent this) then rotate the knife or pull it up-> (use two khife at the same for pulling up) and be careful the plate maybe lost her face
sorry for my bad English
i hope these are usefull for you
Sounds just like I suspected the Metal cover plate is stuck down with a double sided tape then.
Nice idea the leather, could add some protection.
Hi !
I am not REALLY sure, if this can help you, but I think so. I do not remember, where I found this, but it helped me, when I had to exchange the front cover of my Universal some months ago...
http://rapidshare.com/files/114813770/mda_pro_service_manual.pdf.html
I hope this helps !
Cheers,
Otto
I've got this manual already, what I what to do is remove the metal plate fitted in the centre of the top cover. Basicaly I want to de-brand my XDA uni form the Mobi operator and to pimp my XDA Uni.
The manual only gives info on removal of the complete top cover but not the metal plate.
From quite a bit of research, it seems as though the Desire HD for some at least is problematic when it comes to removing the battery cover.
I've had several desire hd's and this one is being a real swine to remove the battery cover!
On a previous DHD, I used a knife to remove the cover, but using a metal object damaged the casing!
I've read that some people have had success in removing a cover, by using a guitar plectrum of all things, but I don't have one!
I've broken several thumb and fingernails trying to get the dam cover off so far... and am looking for tips...
Neah mind, used the misses's nail file to pry it open... was careful not to damage the casing... still the DHD has a badly designed battery cover nevertheless!
lol, it is always the hardest for the first time, if you know what I mean. Once you have opened the battery door for a few times, it will be easier to be taken off. This door system, is somewhat weird, for having separate plastic part from the metal housing. But that is why the unibody design is toughest amongst other phones. It is an acceptable payoff for being tough despite the uncommon appearance. Just accept and be thankful for it. A little off topic, hehe.
How do I take my 7b apart?
I'm guessing I just shove a knife into the crack between the textured plastic and smooth plastic near the glass? I'm a bit nervous with how close it is to the glass.
(Why? Because I have to move those buttons/usb/mics onto the dashboard for my car install)
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How do I take my 7b apart?
I'm guessing I just shove a knife into the crack between the textured plastic and smooth plastic near the glass? I'm a bit nervous with how close it is to the glass.
(Why? Because I have to move those buttons/usb/mics onto the dashboard for my car install)
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A better option for opening the device would be to use a case opener tool such as this one, it would be safer and more precise then using a knife.
Ifixit -now- has a teardown online.
The back has pegs, so you have to pry outward for the pegs to clear. You can't simply slide it off. Using a razor blade worked very well. I was able to pry the back over the pegs using the knife. Do the top first, and then the side opposite of the buttons. The rest is done by hand.
Now the real work begins!
One of the cool 'features' of the N7v1 was that the back removed just as easily as a cell phone. While the battery wasn't plug and play, it could be replaced easily enough. I guess they decided to make them more locked down this time.
Hello everyone
I had an idea about using my phone under water to take pics and videos etc. I'm a little paranoid about the flaps coming open though.
I was wondering if anyone had come across a case that covers all of the flaps but still gives access to the shutter button?
Also if not, have you guys got any ideas as to ways of guaranteeing that they stay closed?
I know it's a bit of an odd request! Lol
Thanks in advance for any help!
Will
I had sourced this out in Fall last year, and every single case I could find had the cutouts for ports open.
The only solution I had found was a company that 3D prints their cases, and I asked them if they could make me one without the holes cut out. They said yes, but the case was $50 plus $20 shipped, and would be ready in 3 months (due to backlog of their 3D printer).
I never went through with the order, but it can be done. Here's why:
Mentioned by the above company, this will cause additional wear and tear on your device, because while your goal is trying to keep the water out, waters' goal is to try to get in, and if successful, even with the flaps closed, that case is going to hold it there. Moisture will now be locked in against the case and phone, and can cause issues such as paint protection, fogging and possibly water damage.
My advice:
You're best just grabbing some medical tape from a medical supply store, and using that to keep the flaps closed. Medical tape is waterproof, similar to a band aid, but has only a slight adhesive to it, so it comes off easily without damage to your screen protector or phone itself. It's perforated so it's super easy to tear by hand too.
http://www.amazon.ca/Complete-Medic...8&qid=1423238156&sr=8-5&keywords=medical+tape
NOTE: Do NOT buy cotton tape, or lower quality "medical tape", as most are designed for plaster casting and have a very strong adhesive to them. They WILL damage your phone and possibly tear off your protector, damaging it. Look in low quality first aid kits at whatever "big box store" you want (WalMart, etc.). The cotton tape is white, and requires the use of scissors or a knife to cut. That is the **** stuff. If you can't easily tear it off in a straight edge by hand, it's not the correct stuff.
For anyone contemplating these repairs, they turned out to be much simpler than I expected.
Camera lens
The lens can actually be replaced without removing the rear cover of the phone. Simply use a knife to carefully gouge out the broken glass, clean off the old glue, then stick the new ones into place.
Rear cover
I bought an original Xiaomi cover on Ali Express for $60. They seem to be getting more and more scarce, so if you're thinking about doing it, do it sooner rather than later.
To remove, I heated the edges a little with a hairdryer, then wiggled a work knife into the gap and worked my way around, sliding the knife and lifting. Once you get it going it's not difficult, but you need a little patience. Once you get enough done, lift the cover to get the rest of it off.
Be careful with lifting because the fingerprint sensor is attached. To remove it at the phone end, the connector is very small but easy to get off, it's a press-in connector, so just carefully insert the very corner of your knife under the edge and lift. It comes off easily, so if you're having to work at it you're doing it wrong.
To remove the sensor from the old cover, warm it with the hair dyrer, then use a very thin knife or blade and work carefully around the edge. It won't come out until you've worked all the way round, lifting more than cutting. Once out, the glue is recessed slightly, so the sensor stands out and fits into the hole in the cover, which means positioning isn't a problem. You can probably buy the glue piece, but I didn't have it so I just put it back in the new cover using the old glue, I warmed it a bit and then weighted it back in place for a while. It seemed to be pretty firmly in place, and I don't think it's going anywhere anyway once the cover is back on, since it's up against the rest of the phone.
Check around the edges of the phone for remnants of the old glue. It comes out easily, just push a bit with the knife to get the end up, then lift and pull and it'll come out in a single strand.
The replacement cover comes pre-glued, although it's not really glue, more of a sticky seal. Starting at the camera end, position the cover and push it into place. There's a pop when it goes in, and I think even without the glue it would be fine. I then warmed the edges and weighted it down for a while.
Hello comrade, thank you for sharing your experience.
Now, it wouldn't be a bad idea to share with us the links (if XDA allows this kind of links) for the purchase of your spare parts.
Internet is very rough, and in my case, I buy almost everything in Aliexpress, it is very difficult to find good sellers with good prices.
This way, your contribution will be much more complete.
Thanks a lot, and greetings.
Hi
I will attempt a similar replacement but I just have some questions. How did you swap the nfc and wireless charging coil and do you think it is possible to do a "clear" version of the back cover (removing the interior paint)
thank you