Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Screen Replacement
Complete guide to Samsung Galaxy Note 10 screen replacement. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.
🔧 Repair Overview
Screen Replacement is one of the most common repairs for Samsung Galaxy Note 10. This repair involves replacing the damaged display component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 1-2 hours and requires moderate skill level.
What You'll Need
- Replacement display part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1:
Using the [https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/Spudger/IF145-002-2|nylon spudger] or [https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/iFixit-Opening-Tool/IF145-335-2|plastic opening tool] along the edges of the screen, separate the back case off of the device.
If possible, consider using the black nylon spudger for a gentler separation.
Step 2:
Place your finger on the thin black bar at the end of the ribbon tape and flip each one up.
Gently pull the ribbon tape on the battery away from the bar. Repeat this process for the second ribbon tape.
Step 3:
Remove the six 3mm screws around the battery with the [https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/Phillips-000-Screwdriver/IF145-030-3|Phillips PH000 screwdriver].
Step 4:
Lift up the battery from the bottom and situate the [https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/Spudger/IF145-002-2|black nylon spudger] underneath the battery.
Use the black nylon spudger to disconnect the multi-colored wires from the rest of the device.
Step 5:
Remove the three 3mm screws on the top right side of the device with the Phillips PH000 screw head.
Remove the one 3mm screw on the top left side of the device with the same method.
Step 6: loudspeaker - remove right speaker
Remove the gray rubber piece.
Use a spudger or fingernail to disconnect the blue antenna cable from the motherboard.
Remove the right speaker unit.
Step 7:
Remove the loudspeaker modules located on the parts where the screws were removed by using the black nylon spudger.
They are the black pieces at the top left and right corners of the device that have metal squares on them in the middle.
Step 8:
Disconnect the camera piece from the motherboard.
The camera piece is shaped like an "L".
Step 9:
Disconnect all cables on the motherboard.
See our [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Recognizing+%26+Disconnecting+Cable+Connectors/25629|connector guide|new_window=true] for help safely disconnecting various types of connectors.
Step 10:
Use the black nylon spudger to gently lift the motherboard away from the frame.
Remove the motherboard.
Step 11: sreen - remove middle frame
remove middle frame by pulling it off
Step 12: screen - seperate LCD and Screen
follow as shown on [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4pY_loOwB4&t=121s|TechGuru.gr]
Screen burst, be aware of glass splinters. May you cover the screen with tissue
Step 13: screen - seperate buttons from screen
buttons are glued to frame, gently lift up screen
pull of cable, connecting the buttons, gently
Step 14: screen - clean
rub of the glue with the fingers
remove residues with makeup remover or similar
📖 Repair guide provided by iFixit - The free repair manual. Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $48-$210)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($80-$350)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Samsung Galaxy Note 10 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 60 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Samsung Galaxy Note 10 generates 68 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 8 kg of CO₂. That's a 88% reduction in carbon emissions!
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