An easy way to replace a broken rear glass on an iPhone XR
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 5 Steps
Wondering how to keep your phone's thickness the same after replacing the rear glass? If you've got the glass replacement down but are scratching your head about the thickness part, we've got you covered! Follow along as we walk you through how to maintain that perfect fit. Let's dive in!
Step 1
- Pop the phone into the Laser Separator 'Blue Light' and let the laser work its magic on the rear glass. This will make removing it later a breeze.
Step 2
- Grab a sharp blade to carefully lift off the rear glass.
- Thanks to the laser treatment, the rear glass comes off super easily, which is exactly why we went with the laser separator. This step makes taking apart the iPhone way less of a hassle.
- Here’s a look at the phone once the rear panel has been removed.
Step 3
- First up, grab a small spatula and carefully scoop out any shards of broken glass stuck along the panel’s edge before tackling the black parts.
- Once that's done, take a clean cloth soaked in isopropyl alcohol and give those black components a good wipe down.
- With the cleaning wrapped up, it's important to preserve the white adhesive underneath—this stuff is what helps bring back your iPhone’s original thickness.
Step 4
- Now it's time to get a little sticky! Apply a fresh layer of adhesive around the edges and into the empty spots, making sure everything sticks nicely in place.
- Check out the photo to see the rear panel after you've added the adhesive – it's looking good!
Step 5
- If you're on the hunt for the ultimate way to swap out that rear glass on your mobile phone, take a moment to see if this method suits your needs. Remember, if you run into any hiccups along the way, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair for some expert assistance!
