The best Cell Phone Repair Kits: Reddit reviews

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Not quite as cheap as yours, but I've been extremely happy with my kit from iFixit if anyone's looking around for alternatives.

If you can clamp down your part, then the combination of cell phone disassembly tools, a flush cut pliers, a razor, and/or something like this really helps a lot.

The easiest thing is probably just buying a dual extruder and using dissolvable support. You get better surface finishes this any as well.

You could try waiting for the battery to die and in the meantime get some tools from amazon or ebay or somewhere. They're pretty cheap and disconnecting and reconnecting the battery is fairly simple, just make sure you pay attention to which screws go where.

To get to the battery, it's 2 screws on the exterior and then another 2 screws to get to the battery connector. Gently lift up on the connector until it's out of the socket and then plug it back in, screw everything back together and try turning it on.

To remove the backplate you need Torx T5 screwdriver bit, there are total of 10 Torx screws and there are two standard Philips screws under the XPS logo.

I've personally found this kit to be great for almost any electronic teardown. It will have all the pieces you need.

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Keep in mind that those screws are super soft and low quality, so it is likely you will strip those down. However, if you have patience and are careful you might be able to get them out without stripping them.

In case you do end up stripping those, Amazon will have replacement screws.

Unless you're working with a lot of small screws this might not be worth it, but I work in an IT shop and I get this for all my techs.

https://smile.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-299-4-Driver-Bit-64pc/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=ifixit&qid=1624301363&sr=8-6

Those look like standard philips head screws, just small. If you are gonna play around with electronic stuff I highly recommend getting an ifixit driver kit. https://www.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-299-4-Driver-Bit-64pc/dp/B0189YWOIO

I use a standard T5 screwdriver for the screws on the bottom panel and a small Philips under the flap of my 9560. I'd imagine the newer models use the same screws

As for toolkits, I highly recommend picking something up from iFixit. Most brands on Amazon use cheaper bits that aren't really high of a decent quality, but they do get the job done

Edit: This'll do the trick for just about anything

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_cvKeEbY19FGDB

I'd strongly recommend investing in something like the iFixit Mako kit if you open a lot of electronics. There are cheaper alternatives as well, but my iFixit ones have been super strong and I've only broken one which was the second smallest flathead (and that was my fault for using it like a lever).

Here's a cheaper alternative.

iFixit Mako Driver Kit - 64 Precision Bits for Electronics Repair.

Meets all your gaming Fix it needs.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_XCAGF3A386SE7N122EN3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

If you're going to be doing small electronic repair/cleaning, this toolkit is great. Much better quality than most of the generic triwings (or whatever) AliExpress sellers throw in with their spare parts.

I have this guy:

https://www.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-299-4-Driver-Bit-64pc/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=pd_lpo_469_t_1/140-5402145-7925546?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0189YWOIO&pd_rd_r=2ae44bc6-f2c6-4f4e-9cd9-149d78364776&pd_rd_w=OhDOz&pd_rd_wg=EnjLK&pf_rd_p=...

It does it's job, no complaints so far on quality but it's had an easy life.

I’d recommend the ifixit tool kit on amazon or a set of 2uul brass screwdrivers on AliExpress I switched to these a month or two ago and after repairing phones for the last 5 years these are definitely the best tools I have used.

Also for unplugging connectors or removing battery’s I bought a set of plastic car trim removal tools they slide right under any connectors and pry up battery’s no problem! You can find these on eBay

Starter tools I’d recommend - Tweezers Plastic pry tools Decent screwdriver set

ifixit kit

2uul kit these can be found cheaper on aliexpress

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You're right. Totally forgot it. They have different sizes of kits depending on your needs. Here's the basic one : IFIXIT on amazon

I have this one (PurePoint Multi Port Cleaner) but I saw several cheaper alternatives looking for it again.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NMV3BKV/?coliid=I1OQ0M7GN4670I&colid=2SICSW6XQUSM3&psc=1&ref\_=lv\_ov\_lig\_dp\_it

A better fix would be something like this

https://www.amazon.com/Relife-1440-Repair-Spots-Microsoldering/dp/B096W6XSRZ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=pcb+trace+pad+repair+copper&qid=1664903020&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=pcb+trace%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-1

You will want to cover the trace with some solder mask before reconnecting what was ripped off of it.

You can order a toolkit from ifixit for about $40

Or you can send to Nintendo for repair/replacement. Should cost around $100.

Ultimately you are the person with the system and will be the best to determine the status of the battery.

If you don't have the proper tools, purchase them. Here's an excellent ifixit kit that is an absolute necessity for any Nintendo handheld system owner.

Normally this isnt ideal, but when i was new i used the Ifixit tool kit. Its made for electronics but i found it worked fine with my rc car too

https://www.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-299-4-Driver-Bit-64pc/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1AT2IFHQ4JKF2&keywords=Ifixit&qid=1657961972&sprefix=ifixi%2Caps%2C302&sr=8-6

I still use the ifixit driver kit till now sometimes

r/spicypillows

You should safely dispose of the battery at your local tox drop. Until you can do that, you can store it in a durable plastic or glass container. The likelihood of it "exploding" is unlikely unless you apply heat/flame to it. Puncturing it should also be avoided.

Gamestop hires anyone with a pulse to work. They have never repaired consoles.

As noted, most times when you order a part you'll get a screwdriver/tools to get the job done. But I'd highly recommend this iFixIt kit. Anyone into handheld consoels should have this kit.

The n2dsxl is probably the hardest 3DS family system to actually access the battery. It isn't impossible, just not super easy like it is on the others. Here's a good teardown video guide to follow.

r/consolerepair

This iFixIt tookit is a must for any type of small electronic DIY stuff.

I like messing around with Gameboys, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS , and Nintendo controllers.

The Innolux N140HCR-GQ2, which is 1 year newer design than the N140HCG-GQ2, is 100 nits brighter and has greater 200 C/R.

You should be able to carefully extract the mounting frame bracket from the old screen and transplant it onto the new one.

There's also attaching the display onto the lid & bezel by way of very thin double sided tape or electrical tape. Apply along the left, top, and right edges.

• amazon.com/dp/B0817HZN4L/
• amazon.com/dp/B077QMLM7C/

Try not to tape anywhere delicate (ribbon cable, driver board at the bottom) or put stuff around the pressure sensitive area (center back, light spreader film).

A good driver will do you more good. Legitimately, I went from fearing stripped screws to never having one again. The 4 OEM ones I would 100% keep are the 4 bottom corner ones. They seem to make fitment better. The other ones I haven't noticed any issues

This driver set has exactly the screws you need. J0 and y0. Note these are different from Phillips, Phillips aren't the right ones for the j screws. Also, the drivers people use to take out the y screws (tris) suck ass. These mistakes cause more to strip a screw

iFixit Mako Driver Kit - 64 Precision Bit Set for Electronics Repair https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0189YWOIO/

Would you be able to take a look at this it has a lot of screws in it iFixit Mako Precision Bit Set, Bit-Set with 64 Precision bits (4 mm) to Repair Electronic Devices Like Smartphone, Tablet, PC, Camera, PS4 / Xbox https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5CEJZ7ET4NK42G6Z6V2T?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

If you are following instructions and the instructions say "Use X" and you're trying to use Y. I'd suggest using X.

If you don't have the appropriate tool, you should obtain it.

iFixIt has a great set that is a must for anyone who is doing DIY stuff on consoles, controllers, and handhelds.

le fixit I personally own this guy and I’ve been running it for years and an iPhone fixer (just personal and for sum friends) and it’s more then enough, I’m a car mechanic and I find my self using this set so some stuff, there’s time where you’ll be like fuck I need to open this stupid random thing, this has it. 100% recommend with a set of pry tools like these finger cuter openers

I'd take the orange and black, but personally, I'm perfectly content with my "knock-off iFixit" screwdriver.

I find the smaller size to be an advantage for the smaller electronic stuff I tend to work on and it cost me a whole $28 on AliExpress.

Even a authentic iFixit (or at least I think it is authentic) here is only $50 CAD while this single screwdriver would cost me well over $100 CAD when you factor in the exchange rate. That's the price of an entire iFixit pro-tech tool kit. I plan to get one, but despite my extensive use over the years of that thing (including some rust due to my carelessness of leaving it out in the rain once for a few days), I STILL have not found performance to be a major issue.

Point is, that 90% of us don't NEED robust high quality products. The plastic low end stuff can perform 90% of the function for 50% of the cost.

If I was an electrician that needed to screw and unscrew things for hours a day where hand fatigue can actually become an issue, then I could see the utility of this product. Great construction, super strong magnet, and price doesn't matter all that much when one uses it for work.

But I'm not. I'm a computer engineer who likes to tinker with electronics, I simply do not need the higher torque rating and durability of such a screwdriver.

Then again, it's still a decent high quality product that performs it's job exceptionally well and it does support the channel more than even thousands of YouTube views ever will.

I would probably just take it apart and use some screen mounting tape.

I used this when build my PCs and last GPU repaste I did:

https://www.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-299-4-Driver-Bit-64pc/dp/B0189YWOIO/

For paste I used this: https://www.amazon.com/Thermal-Grizzly-Kryonaut-Grease-Paste/dp/B011F7W3LU/

And just make sure you have some 90% isopropyl wipes or spray to clean the area around the GPU.

Probably need to replace or clean the fan with compressed air or contact cleaner. Lots of videos on youtube on how to replace.You will need tools or similar and I of course lost a couple of screwsso buy some

iFixit tool kits are awesome and decently priced. I own two of these (one for home and one for work):

https://smile.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-299-4-Driver-Bit-64pc/dp/B0189YWOIO/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?crid=V22NVGAL074L&keywords=ifixit+tool+kit&qid=1645556126&sprefix=ifi%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-4