Month: July 2025

– Grab a paper clip or that handy SIM eject tool and slide it into the tiny hole on the SIM card slot at the top of your phone.

– Give it a gentle press to pop out the SIM card tray.

– Carefully pull the SIM card tray out from your phone.

– Pop that iOpener right in the middle of the microwave!

– Pop your iOpener into the microwave and give it a quick 30-second heat-up. Easy, right?

– As you’re working through the repair, make sure to reheat the iOpener every 30 seconds if it starts to cool off. A quick zap in the microwave and you’re good to go!

– Take the iOpener out of the microwave, gripping it by one of the two flat ends to steer clear of that hot center. Stay cool and careful!

– Grab a pot or pan and fill it with enough water to cover your iOpener completely.

– Bring the water to a boil, then turn off the heat—you want it hot, not a rolling volcano.

– Drop your iOpener into the hot water and let it soak for 2-3 minutes. Make sure it’s totally underwater.

– Use tongs (not your fingers—ouch!) to fish the iOpener out of the water.

– Give the iOpener a good towel-dry so it’s not dripping all over the place.

– Ready to roll! If you need to reheat, just repeat: boil water, turn off heat, and soak the iOpener for another 2-3 minutes.

– Place the warmed iOpener on the back panel for around two minutes to help loosen up that stubborn adhesive around the edge of the glass.

– Move the iOpener to heat the rest of the panel for another two minutes, giving it some extra love.

– Once the back glass feels nice and toasty, grab your suction cup and stick it near the bottom edge.

– Give the suction cup a gentle lift to open up a little gap under the glass, then slide an opening pick into that space.

– Glide your pick along the bottom edge of your phone to loosen up that sticky adhesive holding the rear glass in place.

– Now it’s time to keep the momentum going! Heat things up and slice through the next three sides of your phone just like you did before.

– Don’t forget to tuck an opening pick under each edge to make sure the adhesive stays on vacation and doesn’t come back to haunt you!

– Grab your trusty opening pick and gently cut through any stubborn adhesive that’s still hanging around.

– Carefully take off the rear glass and reveal the inner workings of your device!

– Ready to give your phone a fresh look with some new rear glass? Let’s dive in!

– If you’re planning to put the old rear glass back on or using some adhesive-free glass, check out this guide.

– Grab your tweezers and gently remove any old adhesive that’s stubbornly clinging to the phone’s chassis.

– Time to clean up! Use some high concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) and a lint-free cloth. Remember, swipe in one direction—no back and forth! This is key to prepping the surface for that new adhesive.

– Now, peel off the backing from the new rear glass, align one edge with the phone chassis, and give it a firm press to attach it like a pro!

– Get ready to tackle those thirteen 3.3 mm Phillips #00 screws holding down the midframe. Let’s get them out and make some progress!

– Gently press down on the back of the battery while carefully prying up the edges of the midframe to pop it loose from the rest of the phone.

– With the flat end of your trusty spudger, gently disconnect that battery ribbon cable from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Carefully unplug the home button ribbon cable from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Grab your trusty spudger and use the pointed end to gently detach those two antenna interconnect cables from the motherboard. Easy peasy!

– Gently pop the display ribbon cable off the motherboard using the flat end of your trusty spudger. You’ve got this!

– Gently disconnect the earpiece ribbon cable from the motherboard, giving it a friendly wiggle to free it from its socket.

– Grab the motherboard by its edges near the top—like you’re holding a prize trophy!

– Gently lift the motherboard up and away from the display, being super careful not to stress the daughterboard ribbon cable. Treat it like a delicate flower!

– Gently wiggle and disconnect the daughterboard ribbon cable from the underside of the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Gently use the flat end of your spudger to pop the rear camera connector off the motherboard—think of it like unplugging a tiny seatbelt.

– Lift out the rear-facing camera and set it aside. Nice work!

– Handle the broken glass with care—nobody wants tiny shards getting stuck near the camera! Double-check the camera lens itself to make sure it’s still in good shape. If the lens needs swapping, you’d have to take off the back cover. Luckily, that wasn’t needed in this case.

– Once you’ve cleared away the glass, grab those trusty tweezers (the kind that come with the iOpener set work great) and start lifting off as much of the old glue as you can. Warming things up with the iOpener will make the glue way easier to peel off, so go ahead and give that a try.

– When you’re getting your replacement glass, don’t forget to grab a fresh piece of glue tape to keep that glass snug and secure. Trust me, the old glue just won’t cut it—it’s not going to stick or lay flat enough to keep your new glass perfectly aligned with the camera dome.

– I decided to leave the center section in while applying the glue tape. This little trick helps avoid any accidental stickiness to the camera. Sure, I could have removed the circle first, which would have saved me from an awkward prying session later, but hey, it’s all about choosing your battles!

– http://www.witrigs.com/oem-camera-glass-…

– You’re all done! Great job tackling this repair!

– If you run into any tricky spots, feel free to schedule a repair for a helping hand.

– Grab a paper clip or SIM eject tool and gently poke it into the tiny hole on the SIM card slot at the top of your phone.

– Give it a little press to pop out the SIM card tray.

– Carefully pull out the SIM card tray from your phone.

– Pop that iOpener right in the middle of the microwave and let it heat up like a champ!

– Pop the iOpener in the microwave for thirty seconds to heat it up.

– If it starts to cool off while you’re working, just give it another quick thirty seconds in the microwave to keep things warm.

– Carefully take the iOpener out of the microwave, making sure to grab it by one of the flat ends—this way you can avoid any surprises from the hot middle!

– Grab a pot or pan and fill it up with enough water to give your iOpener a nice, warm bath.

– Heat that water up until it’s boiling, then go ahead and turn off the heat. Safety first!

– Gently drop the iOpener into the hot water and let it soak for about 2-3 minutes. Make sure it’s got a good splash in there!

– Using tongs (or your superhero skills), carefully fish out the warm iOpener from the water.

– Give it a good dry-off with a towel – we want it nice and cozy, not dripping wet!

– Voila! Your iOpener is all set to go! If it needs a little reheating, just repeat the process: boil the water, turn off the heat, and let it soak for 2-3 minutes again.

– Place the warmed-up iOpener on the back panel for about two minutes to help the adhesive let go around the edge of the glass.

– Move the iOpener to cover any spots you missed and warm those up for another two minutes.

– When the rear glass feels nice and warm, grab a suction cup and place it close to the bottom edge of the glass.

– Give that suction cup a gentle lift to create a little gap beneath the rear glass, then slide in an opening pick to help you on your way.

– Gently glide the pick along the bottom edge of your phone to carefully cut through the adhesive holding the rear glass in place.

– Now, let’s keep the momentum going! Just like before, heat things up and slice away at the other three sides of your phone.

– And remember, slide an opening pick under each edge to keep that pesky adhesive from sticking back together. You’re doing great!

– Grab your trusty opening pick and gently glide it through any stubborn adhesive that’s holding things together.

– Carefully lift off the rear glass to reveal the inner workings of your device.

– Let’s get that new rear glass installed:

– Whether you’re putting back the old rear glass or opting for one without adhesive, just follow along with this guide.

– Grab your tweezers and gently remove any leftover adhesive from the phone’s chassis.

– Time to clean up! Use high concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) with a lint-free cloth. Remember to swipe in a single direction to prepare the surface for the new adhesive.

– Now, peel the backing off of the new rear glass, align one edge with the phone chassis, and press down firmly. You’ve got this!

– Unscrew those thirteen 3.3 mm Phillips #00 screws from the midframe and get ready to dive in!

– Gently press down on the back of the battery and carefully lift the edges of the midframe to release it from the rest of the phone. Remember to take your time and be patient, and you’ll be a pro at this in no time!

– Grab that trusty spudger and use its flat end to gently disconnect the battery ribbon cable from the motherboard. You’re doing great!

– Gently unplug the home button ribbon cable from the motherboard—easy does it!

– Grab your trusty spudger and use its pointed end to carefully disconnect those two antenna interconnect cables from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Gently unhook the display ribbon cable from the motherboard with the flat end of your trusty spudger. You’ve got this!

– Gently unplug the earpiece ribbon cable from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Get a good grip on the motherboard by holding it firmly on both edges near the top of the device.

– Now, carefully lift the motherboard up and away from the display. Be gentle, as you don’t want to put too much stress on the daughterboard ribbon cable.

– Gently unplug the daughterboard ribbon cable from the bottom of the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Grab your trusty spudger and gently lift up the connector for the front-facing camera. You’ve got this!

– Now, take your time and carefully detach the front-facing camera from the motherboard. Easy peasy!

– Grab your trusty spudger and gently lift the connector for the rear-facing camera off the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Now, carefully remove the rear-facing camera from the motherboard. Easy peasy!

– Alright, you’re almost there! To put your device back together, just retrace your steps in reverse. Follow this guide to snugly reinstall that rear glass.

– If you find yourself scratching your head on any tricky bits, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair!

– Let’s get this phone open! Start by inserting a paper clip or SIM eject tool into the tiny hole in the SIM card slot on top of your phone.

– Gently press the tool until the SIM card tray starts to eject – you’ll know it’s working when you hear a slight click.

– Carefully pull out the SIM card tray from the phone, and you’re one step closer to getting your device up and running again. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair

– Pop that iOpener right in the middle of the microwave and let it warm up a bit.

– Pop the iOpener in the microwave for a quick thirty-second warm-up.

– If it cools off while you’re working, just give it another thirty-second spin in the microwave to keep things toasty.

– Grab the iOpener from the microwave, holding it by one of the two flat ends—those are the cool spots. The middle gets pretty toasty!

– Grab a pot or pan and fill it up with enough water to completely submerge your iOpener. Let’s get it swimming!

– Turn up the heat and bring that water to a rolling boil. Once it’s bubbling away, go ahead and turn off the heat.

– Carefully lower your iOpener into the hot water for about 2-3 minutes. Make sure it’s taking a nice dip and is fully submerged!

– Time to get that iOpener out! Use some tongs to safely lift it from the hot water.

– Give your iOpener a good dry-off with a towel. We want it nice and ready for action!

– And voilà! Your iOpener is all set for use! If it needs a little extra warmth later, just repeat the process: boil the water, turn off the heat, and let the iOpener soak for another 2-3 minutes. Easy peasy!

– Place the warm iOpener on the back panel for about two minutes to help loosen the adhesive around the glass edges.

– Move the iOpener to warm up the other section of the panel for an additional two minutes.

– When the back glass feels warm, slap a suction cup near the bottom edge.

– Give the suction cup a gentle lift to make a tiny gap, then slide an opening pick into that space.

– Gently slide the pick along the bottom edge of the phone to carefully cut through the adhesive holding the rear glass in place. Take your time, and don’t rush – we’re almost there!

– Keep that heat going and slice away at the remaining three sides of your phone—you’re almost there!

– Slide an opening pick under each edge to keep that pesky adhesive from sticking back down.

– Time to get that rear glass off! Use an opening pick to carefully slice through any remaining adhesive that’s holding it in place.

– Now that the adhesive is out of the way, you can remove the rear glass. Nice work!

– Ready to give your phone that fresh rear glass look? Let’s do it:

– Reusing the old rear glass or got a new one without adhesive? No problem—just glide through these steps.

– Grab your tweezers and peel off any stubborn adhesive hanging around the phone’s chassis.

– Wipe down the stick-on areas with high concentration isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) and a lint-free cloth. Swipe in one direction—think smooth moves, not a dance battle. This preps the area for a solid stick.

– Peel the backing off your new rear glass, carefully align one edge with the phone chassis, and press it down firmly. That’s it—looking sharp!

– Let’s tackle this together! Start by unscrewing the thirteen 3.3 mm Phillips #00 screws that hold the midframe in place. You’ve got this!

– You’re almost done! To put everything back together, simply follow these steps in reverse. If you need help or want to make sure everything is done correctly, you can always schedule a repair with Salvation Repair.

– You’ve made it to the final step! Take a deep breath, reverse the instructions, and you’ll be back up and running in no time.

– Grab a paper clip or your trusty SIM eject tool and gently pop it into that little hole at the top of your phone’s SIM card slot.

– Give it a nudge to pop out the SIM card tray.

– Carefully pull out the SIM card tray from your phone.

– Pop your iOpener right in the middle of the microwave.

– Give that iOpener a warm-up in the microwave for thirty seconds. It’s like a cozy spa day for your tool!

– As you work through the repair, keep the vibe going by reheating the iOpener in the microwave for another thirty seconds whenever it starts to cool down. It’s all about keeping that warmth flowing!

– Carefully take the iOpener out of the microwave, grabbing it by one of the two flat ends to keep your fingers away from the heated center.

– Grab a pot or pan and fill it up with enough water to give your iOpener a nice, warm bath.

– Get that water boiling and then turn off the heat — we want warmth, not a geyser!

– Gently toss the iOpener into the cozy water for 2-3 minutes, making sure it gets a full dunk.

– Use some tongs to carefully lift that warm iOpener out — it’s a little spa day for your tool!

– Give your iOpener a good towel-dry to ensure it’s all set to go.

– And voilà! Your iOpener is primed and ready for action! If it needs a little warmth later on, just repeat the boiling water dance for another round.

– Place the heated iOpener on the back panel for about two minutes to help loosen the sticky adhesive holding the glass in place.

– Move the iOpener to a new spot and let it work its magic on the rest of the panel for another two minutes.

– When the back glass feels nice and toasty, stick a suction cup near the bottom edge.

– Give the suction cup a gentle pull to make a small gap, then slide an opening pick into the space you’ve created.

– Glide your pick along the bottom edge of the phone to loosen up the adhesive holding the rear glass in place.

– Go ahead and warm up those edges and slice through the remaining three sides of the phone just like you did before!

– Pop an opening pick under each edge to keep that pesky adhesive from sticking back together.

– Grab your trusty opening pick and gently glide it through any stubborn adhesive that’s still hanging on.

– Carefully lift off the rear glass to unveil the inner workings of your device!

– Ready to put on some fresh rear glass? Let’s go!

– If your new back glass doesn’t come with sticky stuff already attached—or you’re going old school and reusing the original—check out Salvation Repair’s guide to get it set up right.

– Grab your tweezers and pull off any leftover gunk or adhesive from the phone’s frame.

– Clean up the sticky zone with some high-strength isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) and a lint-free cloth. Wipe in just one direction to make sure the surface is prepped for a solid stick.

– Peel off the new adhesive liner, carefully align the new glass (start with one edge snug against the chassis), and press down firmly to lock it in place.

– Let’s get started by unscrewing those thirteen 3.3 mm Phillips #00 screws from the midframe. You’ve got this!

– Give a gentle push on the back of the battery while lifting the midframe edges up with a little flair to gracefully part them from the phone. You’ve got this!

– Grab your trusty spudger and gently pry the front-facing camera away from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Now, carefully lift out the front-facing camera. Easy peasy!

– Grab a paper clip or SIM eject tool and find the tiny hole on top of the phone’s SIM card slot.

– Gently press the paper clip into the hole until the SIM card tray pops out a bit.

– Carefully pull out the SIM card tray from the phone to access your SIM card.

– Pop your iOpener right in the middle of the microwave.

– Pop your iOpener in the microwave for 30 seconds to get it warmed up.

– If it starts to lose its mojo, just give it another 30-second spin in the microwave whenever needed.

– Time to get that iOpener out of the microwave! Carefully grab it by one of the flat ends to avoid the hot spot in the middle.

– Grab a pot or pan and fill it with enough water to cover your iOpener.

– Bring the water to a boil, then turn off the heat.

– Drop the iOpener in and let it relax in the hot water for 2-3 minutes. Make sure it’s fully underwater.

– Use tongs to safely lift the iOpener out of the hot water.

– Pat the iOpener dry with a towel—no one likes soggy tools.

– Ready to roll! If you need to reheat, just boil the water again, turn off the heat, and let the iOpener soak for another 2-3 minutes.

– Start by placing the warmed iOpener on the back panel for about two minutes to help loosen that stubborn adhesive hugging the glass. Don’t rush it, let the heat do its magic!

– Next, move the iOpener to the remaining section of the panel for another two minutes. Patience is key here – you’ve got this!

– When the back glass is feeling a little toasty, grab a suction cup and pop it on near the bottom edge of that glass.

– Give that suction cup a gentle lift to create a tiny gap under the rear glass, then slide in an opening pick to keep it open.

– Gently glide the pick along the bottom edge of your phone to cut through the sticky stuff holding that rear glass in place. You’ve got this!

– Now it’s time to get the other sides of your phone loose – repeat the heating and cutting process for the remaining three sides, and don’t forget to leave an opening pick under each edge to keep that adhesive from sneaking back in.

– Keep those opening picks in place under each edge to prevent the adhesive from re-sealing, you’re making great progress!

– Glide your opening pick along the edges to break up any stubborn adhesive still hanging on.

– Gently lift off the rear glass and set it aside like the pro you are.

– Let’s get that new rear glass on, shall we? If you’re going for a reusable route with the old rear glass or using a fresh piece that lacks pre-installed adhesive, follow this guide.

– Grab some tweezers and carefully eliminate any stubborn adhesive still hanging out on the phone’s chassis.

– Time for a little cleaning magic! Use high concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) along with a lint-free cloth. Just swipe in one direction, and avoid going back and forth. This will ensure your surface is squeaky clean and ready for the new adhesive.

– Now, peel off the backing from the new rear glass. Align one edge of the glass with the phone chassis, and give it a firm press to secure it in place.

– Time to get your toolkit ready! Start by carefully taking out the thirteen 3.3 mm Phillips #00 screws from the midframe. You’ve got this!

– Give the back of the battery a gentle press down and then lift up on the edges of the midframe to pop it free from the rest of your phone. You’re doing great!

– Grab your spudger and gently use the flat end to pop that battery ribbon cable off the motherboard. It’ll come loose with just a little nudge.

– Unplug that home button ribbon cable from the motherboard and give it some space!

– Grab your trusty spudger and use its pointed end to gently disconnect those two antenna interconnect cables from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Gently unplug the display ribbon cable from the motherboard using the flat end of your trusty spudger. You’ve got this!

– Gently unplug the earpiece ribbon cable from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Hold the motherboard gently by both upper edges.

– Carefully lift the motherboard up and away from the screen, making sure not to tug too hard on the daughterboard ribbon cable. Easy does it!

– Flip the motherboard over and gently unplug the daughterboard ribbon cable—think of it as disconnecting a tiny, high-tech seatbelt.

– Gently lift the earpiece assembly board out of its cozy routing channel, right above the earpiece speaker. You’ve got this!

– Pop off the EMI shield that’s hanging out over the proximity and gesture sensors.

– Gently wiggle the earpiece speaker assembly out of the phone, making sure to be kind to those little cables and avoid any tugging.

– If your new part matches the first picture, go ahead and use the display assembly and frame replacement guide.

– If your new part looks like the second picture, you’ll want to follow the display assembly replacement guide instead.

– Grab a paper clip or that trusty SIM eject tool, and gently poke it into the tiny hole in the SIM card slot on the top of your phone.

– Give it a little press to pop out the SIM card tray—easy peasy!

– Now, carefully pull out the SIM card tray from the phone, and you’re all set!

– Pop that iOpener right in the center of your microwave and let it warm up!

– Give that iOpener a warm hug in the microwave for about thirty seconds.

– As you work your magic, keep an eye on the iOpener. If it cools down, just pop it back in the microwave for another thirty seconds to keep the heat going!

– Carefully take the iOpener out of the microwave, gripping one of its flat ends to keep your hands clear of the hot center.

– Grab a pot or pan and fill it with enough water to give that iOpener a nice bath!

– Turn up the heat and get that water boiling, then switch off the heat.

– Gently place the iOpener into the hot water for about 2-3 minutes. Make sure it’s getting the full spa treatment by being completely submerged.

– Using tongs, carefully lift that heated iOpener out of the water.

– Give your iOpener a good dry with a towel; we want it to be nice and cozy!

– And voila! Your iOpener is all set for action! If it needs a little reheat later, just repeat the process: boil the water, turn off the heat, and let it soak for another 2-3 minutes.

– Place the heated iOpener over the rear panel and hold it there for about two minutes to soften the adhesive around the glass edges. Then, carefully shift the iOpener to cover the remaining sections of the panel and heat for another two minutes. If you need a hand, you can always schedule a repair.

– When the rear glass is warm and cozy to the touch, grab a suction cup and stick it close to the bottom edge of the glass.

– Gently pull up on the suction cup to create a tiny opening under the rear glass, and carefully slide an opening pick into that gap.

– Gently glide the pick along the bottom edge of your phone to cut through the adhesive holding the rear glass in place.

– Work your way around the remaining three sides, heating and slicing through the adhesive as you go.

– Keep an opening pick tucked under each edge so the sticky stuff doesn’t grab hold again.

– Grab an opening pick and glide it along the edges to loosen up any leftover adhesive.

– Gently lift off the rear glass and set it aside.

– Ready for some phone glow-up? Here’s how to put on new rear glass:

– If you’re putting the old rear glass back, or you’ve got a replacement without sticky stuff on it, check out our guide.

– Grab your tweezers and pick off any leftover adhesive from the phone’s frame.

– Clean off those sticky zones with some high-octane (90% or higher) isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth. Swipe in just one direction—no back-and-forth dance moves. This sets the stage for the fresh adhesive.

– Peel off the adhesive liner from your new rear glass, carefully line up one edge with the phone frame, and press the glass down firmly.

– Let’s get those thirteen 3.3 mm Phillips #00 screws removed from the midframe. You’ve got this!

– Gently press down on the back of the battery and lift up around the edges of the midframe to pop it away from the rest of the phone.

– Now it’s time to disconnect the battery ribbon cable from the motherboard. Use the flat end of your trusty spudger to gently pry it loose.

– Gently unplug the home button ribbon cable from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Grab that trusty spudger and use its pointed end to gently detach those two antenna interconnect cables from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Gently pop the display ribbon cable off the motherboard using the flat end of your spudger—nice and easy does it!

– Unplug that earpiece ribbon cable from the motherboard, and let’s keep this repair journey rolling!

– Grab the motherboard by its edges up top, just like you’re ready to take it on a little adventure.

– Gently lift the motherboard away from the display, being super careful not to put too much strain on that delicate daughterboard ribbon cable. You’ve got this!

– Unplug the daughterboard ribbon cable from the bottom side of the motherboard. Keep it gentle and steady—this part can be a bit shy!

– Grab your trusty iOpener and place it on the left edge of your phone for about a minute. Let’s get that phone feeling nice and toasty!

– You might have to reheat and reapply the iOpener a few times to ensure your device warms up sufficiently. Just make sure to follow the iOpener’s guidelines to keep things safe and sound.

– The edges of the display are held in place with robust foam adhesive strips that mean business.

– A solid layer of strong double-sided tape blankets the entire copper surface, ensuring it stays put.

– When you’re cutting around the ‘recent’ and ‘back’ capacitive buttons at the bottom of the display, take your time! These little guys are glued down and can be quite delicate, so a steady hand is key.

– Slide an opening pick into the warmed edge of your phone, right between the plastic frame and the display. You’re doing great!

– Gently glide the pick along the edge to slice through that pesky adhesive.

– Go ahead and tackle the cutting process for the top edge just like you did before. You’ve got this!

– While you’re at it, keep an opening pick handy in the edge you’ve already worked on. It’ll help stop it from sticking back together!

– Keep slicing through that sticky stuff on the other long side of the phone. Go as deep as you can to break free from that double-sided tape!

– Pop a pick into the edge you just sliced so it doesn’t seal back up on you.

– Heat things up with an iOpener on the bottom edge of the display for about a minute. You’re just warming it up for a cozy experience!

– Carefully slide in an opening pick between the display and the ‘back’ button, but keep it to a maximum of 0.5 inches deep—let’s avoid any accidental damage to our precious display.

– Keep that pick in place to prevent the edge from sealing back up. You’re doing great!

– Now, go ahead and give the ‘recents’ button the same treatment!

– Grab your picks and gently work them under the display to break free any stubborn adhesive that might be holding it down.

– With a delicate touch, lift the battery edge of the plastic frame upwards to create a little separation between the frame and the display. You’ve got this!

– Time to get that plastic frame out of the way! As you carefully lift it away from the display, make sure to gently thread the display ribbon and connector out of the frame – we don’t want any damage in there!

– Now it’s time to ditch the plastic frame. Remove it and let’s move on to the next step!

– Time to put your device back together! Just retrace your steps like a pro.

– If you find yourself in a pickle, remember, you can always schedule a repair.

– If your replacement part resembles the first image, it’s time to dive into the display assembly and frame replacement guide!

– If it looks like the second image, then go ahead and follow the display assembly replacement guide!

– Grab a paper clip or SIM eject tool and find that tiny hole in the top of your phone’s SIM card tray.

– Gently press the paper clip into the hole until the tray pops out a bit.

– Carefully pull out the SIM card tray and set it aside—you’re one step closer to the fix.

– Set your iOpener right in the middle of the microwave.

– Give that iOpener a cozy thirty-second spa treatment in the microwave.

– As your repair adventure unfolds, keep the iOpener toasty by giving it a quick reheat in the microwave for another thirty seconds whenever it starts to cool down.

– Grab the iOpener from the microwave by one of the flat ends—those are the cool spots! Avoid the hot middle section.

– Grab a pot or pan and fill it with enough water to cover your iOpener.

– Bring the water to a boil, then turn off the heat—no need to keep it bubbling.

– Drop your iOpener into the hot water for 2-3 minutes, making sure it’s completely underwater.

– Use tongs to carefully lift the iOpener out of the water—no burnt fingers, please!

– Dry it off thoroughly with a towel so it’s not drippy.

– Your iOpener is good to go! If it cools down later, just repeat the steps above for a quick reheat.

– Pop that iOpener on the back panel for a cozy two minutes to loosen up that sticky adhesive hugging the glass edge.

– Move the iOpener around to warm up the other half of the panel for another two minutes, giving it some extra love.

– Get that rear glass nice and toasty, then grab your trusty suction cup and apply it near the bottom edge – it’s time to get this repair started!

– Now it’s time to create some space – lift up on that suction cup to make a small gap, and carefully slide an opening pick into the gap to get things moving.

– Gently glide the pick along the bottom edge of your phone to carefully cut through the adhesive holding the rear glass in place.

– Work your way around the other three sides, heating and slicing as you go—like you’re serving up a phone-shaped cake.

– Keep an opening pick parked under each edge to stop the sticky adhesive from closing things back up.

– Time to get that rear glass off! Use an opening pick to gently slice through any remaining adhesive that’s holding it in place.

– Now it’s time for the big reveal – carefully remove the rear glass and set it aside.

– Ready to install that shiny new rear glass? Let’s do this!

– If you’re putting the old rear glass back on or using a fresh piece without any adhesive, check out this guide.

– Grab your tweezers and gently peel away any leftover adhesive from your phone’s chassis. No one likes a sticky situation!

– Time to clean up! Use some high concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) and a lint-free cloth. Remember, swipe in one direction—no back and forth! This will help get the surface prepped just right for that new adhesive.

– Now, peel off the adhesive backing from the new rear glass. Line up one edge carefully against the phone chassis, and give it a firm press. You got this!

– Let’s get started by removing the thirteen 3.3 mm Phillips #00 screws from the midframe. Take your time and make sure you’ve got them all.

– Time to get this phone apart! Press down on the back of the battery and gently lift up on the edges of the midframe to separate it from the rest of the phone. Take your time and be careful, you got this!

– Take the flat end of your spudger and gently pop the battery ribbon cable off the motherboard. Easy does it!

– Unplug the home button ribbon cable from the motherboard with care.

– Time to get connected – or rather, disconnected! Use the pointed end of a spudger to carefully release the two antenna interconnect cables from the motherboard. This is a delicate step, but you’ve got this!

– Gently pry away the display ribbon cable from the motherboard with the flat end of your spudger. You’re almost there, keep it steady!

– Time to set that earpiece free! Carefully disconnect the earpiece ribbon cable from the motherboard.

– Hold the motherboard by its upper edges—give it a gentle but confident grip.

– Carefully lift the motherboard up and away from the screen. Keep an eye on the daughterboard ribbon cable and don’t let it get pulled or stressed out.

– Unplug that daughterboard ribbon cable from the back of the motherboard, nice and easy!

– Give that opening pick a little twist to pop the battery loose and take it out!

– Ready to install your shiny new battery? Let’s make sure it’s all lined up just right:

– First, clear away any leftover sticky stuff from your phone and give those glued areas a good clean with some isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth.

– Place the replacement battery in its cozy new spot, but hold off on the adhesive for now. Keep going with re-assembly until the motherboard is snug in place (check out STEP 18).

– Time to lay down some new pre-cut adhesive or double-sided tape around the edge of the battery compartment on the phone frame, but steer clear of that rectangular cutout in the middle (which is actually the back of the display).

– Quickly connect the battery connector to the motherboard to make sure everything’s aligned perfectly.

– Press the battery down firmly for about 5-10 seconds. Then, disconnect the battery and continue with re-assembly.

– Start by removing the two tiny 2.5mm Phillips #00 screws—easy to spot, easy to unscrew. If you need help along the way, you can always schedule a repair.

– Time to get a little gentle yet firm – use the pointed end of your trusty spudger to carefully pry up that small section of the daughterboard that’s held in place with some light adhesive.

– Gently lift the daughterboard away from the phone’s body to take it out. You’ve got this!

– Carefully insert the tip of a spudger into the tiny gap beneath the vibrator in the display frame and gently pry it loose from the adhesive.

– Once you’ve worked your magic, take out the vibrator from the display assembly.

– Grab a paper clip or that trusty SIM eject tool and gently poke it into the hole on the SIM card slot located at the top of your phone.

– Give it a little push to pop the SIM card tray right out.

– Carefully pull that SIM card tray from the phone and voilà!

– Pop the iOpener right in the center of the microwave like it’s ready for a spa day.

– Give that iOpener a warm-up in the microwave for thirty seconds.

– As you tackle the repair, keep an eye on the iOpener. When it starts to chill, pop it back in the microwave for another thirty seconds to keep the heat flowing.

– Grab the iOpener from the microwave by one of the flat ends—those sides stay cooler, so your fingers will thank you.

– Let’s get started! Fill a pot or pan with enough water to completely cover an iOpener.

– Now, bring the water to a boil, then turn off the heat – we don’t want any accidents!

– Next, carefully place the iOpener into the hot water for 2-3 minutes. Make sure it’s fully submerged.

– Use some tongs to gently pull the heated iOpener out of the water.

– Dry the iOpener thoroughly with a towel – we’re almost ready to go!

– Your iOpener is now ready to use! If you need to reheat it, just repeat the process: boil some water, turn off the heat, and soak the iOpener for 2-3 minutes. And remember, if you need help with anything, you can always schedule a repair.

– Place the warmed iOpener on the back panel for about two minutes to help loosen the adhesive hugging the glass edges.

– Move the iOpener to warm up the rest of the panel for another two minutes.

– When the rear glass feels nice and warm to the touch, grab a suction cup and stick it close to the bottom edge of the glass.

– Gently pull on the suction cup to make a tiny opening beneath the rear glass, then slide in an opening pick to keep that gap open.

– Gently glide the pick along the bottom edge of the phone to cut through the sticky adhesive holding the rear glass in place.

– Keep the momentum going by heating and gently cutting along the remaining three edges of the phone, just like you did before.

– To keep things smooth, slide an opening pick under each edge — this helps stop the adhesive from sealing back up as you work.

– Grab your trusty opening pick and gently glide it through any stubborn adhesive that might still be hanging on.

– Carefully lift off the rear glass like it’s the lid of a treasure chest!

– Installing a new rear glass? Let’s get it done smoothly!

– If you’re reusing the old rear glass or going with a glass that doesn’t have adhesive already, check out this guide for some extra tips.

– Start by using tweezers to gently peel off any leftover adhesive from the phone’s chassis.

– Next, clean up the adhesion areas with some high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) and a lint-free cloth. Remember to swipe in one direction only — no back-and-forth action here. This helps prep everything for the new adhesive.

– Peel the backing off the new rear glass, carefully line up one edge against the phone chassis, and press it down firmly. You’ve got this!

– Time to unleash your inner tech wizard! Carefully take out the thirteen 3.3 mm Phillips #00 screws from the midframe. You’ve got this!

– Give a little push on the back of that battery and then gently lift the edges of the midframe to pop it away from the rest of your phone. You’re doing great!

– Grab the flat end of your spudger and gently disconnect the battery ribbon cable from the motherboard. Easy does it—just a smooth lift to keep everything in good shape. If you need a hand, remember you can always schedule a repair with Salvation Repair.

– Gently unplug the home button ribbon cable from the motherboard—like you’re taking out a tiny, delicate plug from a wall.

– Grab that trusty spudger and use its sharp end to gently unplug the two antenna interconnect cables from the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Gently detach the display ribbon cable from the motherboard using the flat end of your trusty spudger. You’ve got this!

– Gently disconnect the earpiece ribbon cable from the motherboard. It’s a simple step, but make sure you’re careful not to damage anything along the way. Take your time, and if you need assistance, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair.

– Get a good grip on the motherboard by holding it firmly on both edges near the top of the device.

– Carefully lift the motherboard up and away from the display. Be gentle with the daughterboard ribbon cable to avoid putting too much stress on it.

– Gently unplug the daughterboard ribbon cable from the bottom side of the motherboard. You’ve got this!

– Unscrew those two 2.5mm Phillips #00 screws like a pro! You’ve got this!

– Grab your trusty spudger and use its pointed tip to gently lift the small section of the daughterboard that’s got a bit of adhesive holding it down. You’ve got this!

– Gently lift the daughterboard away from the phone’s body and set it free!

– Now it’s time to get rid of that clear film on the adhesive packaging – just peel it off!

– Pinch the adhesive from both ends and line it up with the back glass.

– Gently press the adhesive down onto the glass.

– Give the tape a good press with your fingers to make sure it sticks securely to the glass.

– Gently lift the top layer of the green film away. Make sure to do this with care so you don’t damage anything underneath!

– Carefully lift and peel away that inner film layer—like unwrapping a tiny tech present.

– If your adhesive isn’t quite in sync with the panel, grab an X-Acto knife and carefully trim those edges to perfection!

– Grab a trusty pair of tweezers and gently peel away any leftover adhesive from the midframe. You’re doing great!

– Next up, let’s make those adhesion areas sparkle! Use some high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) along with a lint-free cloth to give it a good clean.

– Get that rear glass lined up with the top of your phone—like a perfect match!

– Gently press the top edge of the glass into the midframe, making sure there’s no pesky gap at the top.

– You’ve totally got this! If you find yourself in a pickle or just need a helping hand, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair.