Fix Your Cracked iPod Screen
Is your cracked iPod screen driving you nuts? Would you rather NOT buy another iPod? It's easy to fix a cracked iPod screen, and can be as inexpensive as $50. While this may seem like a lot, compared to the cost of buying a new iPod, it's practically nothing!
Steps
- Open the iPod case. You still need to use a plastic opening tool and a lot of force. Wedge the tool into the case seams and separate the panels. Be careful on this step - if not done properly, the iPod case can be damaged.
- Separate the front panel from the metal back by separating the retaining clips on both sides of the iPod.
- Lift the panel so that the iPod is completely separated. Be careful that the antenna does not fall out.
- Pry the battery loose.
- Remove the antenna, connector, and two Phillips screws.
- Keep following the directions detailed in the citations, below.
- Separate the display from the front panel, and use a heat source (like a hair dryer) to loosen the glue holding the panel to the frame.
- Protect your hands from the heat with a cloth, and separate the display from the frame.
- Place your replacement display screen onto the metal frame and let the adhesive dry.
- Reassemble your iPod.
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Warnings
- You should note that replacing it with plastic will definitely remove the iPod's almost mystical scratch-resisting abilities.
- Be careful while using the razor blade.
Things You'll Need
- Razor blade.
- Dremel or Rotary tool.
- Scissors.
- A single sheet of 1/32 of an inch thick clear plastic. This can be obtained at most hardware stores.
- Safety goggles, glasses, anything to protect your eyes.
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