Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Battery Replacement Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 16 Steps
Hey there! Just a quick reminder before you dive in: make sure your battery is below 25% before you start taking your phone apart.
And remember, no heating up your phone – it’s not a hot yoga class!
Ready to give your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge a battery makeover? Let’s dive in! Just a heads up: that sleek curved edge and the super sticky adhesive can make getting started a bit tricky. But don’t worry, with a little patience and some heat and pull action, the adhesive will loosen up. Before you start, make sure to drain that battery below 25%. A charged lithium-ion battery can be a bit of a firecracker if it gets punctured. If your battery is looking swollen, take extra care. No heating your phone! If you need a little help, you can gently use a dropper or syringe to apply some isopropyl alcohol (90+%) around the edges of the back cover to help weaken that adhesive. Remember, swollen batteries can be a bit dangerous, so put on those safety goggles and be cautious. If you’re feeling unsure, it’s totally cool to reach out for help and schedule a repair!
Step 1
Hey there! If you’re using a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate, remember to be gentle! Those OLED displays and internal batteries are like super-sensitive little creatures that don’t like to get too hot. So, take it easy! If you need any help, you can always schedule a repair.
Opening your phone? Just a heads up, it might mess with those waterproof seals. Make sure you’ve got some replacement adhesive on hand before diving in, or be extra careful to keep it away from liquids if you decide to put it back together without swapping out the adhesive.
You might find yourself reheating and reapplying the iOpener a few times to get your phone nice and toasty. Just follow the iOpener instructions to keep things from getting too hot to handle!
– Warm up your iOpener and give it a cozy hug to one long edge of the phone for about two minutes.
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Step 2
The suction cup might struggle a bit on those curvy glass edges. No worries, though!
If your phone’s back cover is a bit cracked, the suction cup might not want to stick around. Give it a go with some strong tape, or you can superglue the suction cup down and let it set for a while before moving on.
With that sneaky curved glass, you might find yourself pushing up instead of sliding in parallel to the phone’s surface. Just a little twist in the game!
If you’re hitting a snag, don’t hesitate to add a bit more heat to soften that adhesive up. Remember, that stuff cools down fast, so you might need to warm it up a few times to keep the party going!
– Get that back panel feeling cozy! Once it’s nice and warm to the touch, pop a suction cup on there, aiming for the heated edge of the phone—just steer clear of that curved edge.
– Give the suction cup a gentle lift and slide in an opening pick right under the rear glass. Easy peasy!
Step 4
Take it easy and make sure the tip stays snug in the seam. If things start to stick, just give it another heat-up and try that iOpener again.
– Gently slide your opening pick along the side of the phone to break the adhesive seal. You’re on your way!
– Keep that pick in place and grab a second one as you move on to the next step. Keeping the first pick in will help stop that glue from sticking back together. You’ve got this!
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Step 5
– Now, let’s keep the momentum going! Warm up those edges and slice away on the next three sides of the phone, just like you did before.
– And hey, remember to pop an opening pick in each side while you work your magic—this will stop that pesky adhesive from sticking back together.
Step 6
– Gently lift the glass and slide it off the phone like a pro!
Step 7
If you want to keep things simple, feel free to pop the back cover back on without swapping out the adhesive. Just make sure to clear away any big bits of adhesive that could stop the back cover from fitting snugly. Once you’ve got it in place, give it a little warmth and apply some pressure to help it stick. It might not be waterproof, but don’t worry—the adhesive is usually more than capable of holding things together.
Before you seal everything up with new adhesive, make sure to power on your phone and give your repair a quick test. You’ll want to make sure it’s all working like a charm!
– To give your phone a brand new look, let’s start with the back cover:
– If you’re putting the old one back on or using a new cover without adhesive, follow along with this guide.
– Grab your trusty tweezers and gently remove any leftover adhesive from the phone’s chassis. Then, clean the area with some high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (we’re talking at least 90%) and a lint-free cloth to get the surface ready for the new adhesive.
– Now it’s time to put on the new rear glass – peel off the backing, carefully line it up with the phone’s chassis, and press it firmly into place. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
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Step 8
– Unscrew those twelve 3.5 mm Phillips screws like a pro!
Step 9
– Let’s get that upper antenna out of there! Use the small notch on the lower left of the upper antenna to give it a little nudge and pop it out.
– Alright, now you can remove the upper antenna. You’re doing great!
Step 10
– Gently lift and take out the wireless charging coil from your phone. You’ve got this!
Step 11
– Gently lift the loudspeaker out of the phone and set it aside.
Step 13
Be careful not to go overboard with alcohol; it might just put your display in a bit of a pickle!
– Grab your trusty iOpener and place it right on that battery like a warm hug!
– If you want to mix things up, try dropping 1-2 drops of high-concentration (>90%) isopropyl alcohol under each corner of the battery. Let it sit for a few minutes to work its magic on the adhesive. It’s a little time investment for a big payoff!
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Step 14
When you’re getting your pry on, be super gentle as you work above the daughterboard and those sneaky antenna cables. A little caution goes a long way to keep everything in tip-top shape.
– Now, grab your trusty opening pick and gently wiggle the battery up from the bottom. Use steady pressure, like you’re giving a high five to the battery from below!
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Step 15
– Now, it’s time to give that battery a little nudge! Slide the opening pick along the side of the battery to gently loosen any stubborn adhesive. It’s like giving it a little high-five, but with a tool.
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