Click Image To Zoom
Installation Guide
iPhone 3GS
Difficulty: Very easy
Required Tools
Add All Tools to Cart »Spudger
$2.95 ·Add to Cart »
Metal Spudger
$2.95 ·Add to Cart »
Small suction cup
$2.95 ·Add to Cart »
Share this Product
Stories
My Problem
I had a cracked screen and the proximity sensor was not working. I was constantly getting cut off from phone calls that I received as well as phone calls that I made because my face would come in contact with the phone's screen and end the phone call. Not to mention the phone looked wrecked with a cracked screen. I decided enough is enough of this status quo and was determined to get it fixed.
My Fix
I purchased the iPhone 3GS Front Panel Assembly, followed the online instructions and presto, iPhone is fixed. It took less than 30 minutes to remove the screws, screen and then reassemble. I did it with tools that I already had in my household without having to buy any tools. I already had the small phillips head screw driver that I had on a key chain I had received as a gift from someone and I suppose if you had a small repair kit for eye glasses that you can buy from Walmart, the small phillips head screw driver in the repair kit would work just as well. I used a small wooden shish kabob stick as my tool of choice to lift the locking tab for cable number 3 and that was it. No problems encountered, everything went smoothly.
My Advice
If you need your cracked screen or proximity sensor fixed this is the way to go. I highly recommend the 3GS Front Panel Assembly. It is quick and easy with no complications. Just follow the online instructions and enjoy your new iPhone.
My Problem
The protective glass of the front panel was broken
My Fix
I followed the IFixIt guide
My Advice
Pay attention that there are 2 plastic films protecting the front panel (one on both side). I forgot to remove the one inside and the iPhone was not working well ;-).
My Problem
My 3 yo daughter dropped my phone (with no case) and it totally shattered. Thankfully the phone still worked. I just wanted to be able to hold out with this phone to get me to when th iPhone 5 comes out.
My Fix
Repair was great. Very easy to follow the instructions. Only thing was that a couple of the screws were Sortof stripped and I had to really focus and push the screwdriver very hard into the screws to get them out - the screwdriver got a little worn. Cables were easy to get in and out. Simple to put back together.
My Advice
Big thing - got my phone working. Then that night I got the Apple Logo screen of death... Would not boot past logo.. Sooo I thought I had to reset the phone and restore from ITunes as a new phone, based on what I read. Well- I did this and it was fine for a few minutes thn back to the apple logo. Well- after much frustration, I opened the phone back Up, pulled the front panel up and "boing" the home screen pops up. Turns out my cable 3 was not totally secured even though it looked like it was. I ended up bending the front part of the cable by about 45 degrees and inserted it, locked it. Works perfectly now!! So check your cables! Even if thy look really secure!
My Problem
The front glass was cracked and on the back cover I had a crack near the dock connector.
My Fix
The front glass was easy and fast done. For the back cover it was really hard and took more time. But did it without a Problem.
My Advice
Be sure you have good light an perhaps a magnifing glass to see all the tiny parts.
My Problem
I had my iPhone for 3 years and it finally gave out with a short drop when taking it out of my pocket.
My Fix
The repair kit was great and the instructions were 100% intuitive. It only took about 20 min to complete, and most of that was in dealing with the itty bitty screws that apple uses.
My Advice
Disassemble and reassemble the device in the cardboard box the replacement screen is shipped in to lessen the likelihood of losing the tiny screws. Also, shot glasses make a very handy way of keeping track of all the separate screws.
My Problem
iPhone broken screen
My Fix
Fast and clean
My Advice
On this fix I bought the assembly with the botton and speaker. Last time, I bought only the glass, and man it was a bunch easier this time around. I know some will think it's whimpy, but I suggest you pay more and get the assembly rather than chizel at glass shards.
My Problem
The phone got wet and the home button stopped working.
My Fix
After getting the phone put back together. I noticed the protective film on the inside of digitizer. I had to take the phone back apart and remove the film. During this process I bent and broke one of the home button spring contacts. After a short temper tantrum, I taped the contact to the end of the spudger and soldered it back in place. The repair worked, my wife has her phone back and the world did not end.
My Advice
The screws that hold the LCD in place are stupid small. I would suggest sending a couple spares. Then make a ifixit refrigerator magnet. That could double as and advertizement and a screw keeper while taking the phone apart.
My Problem
Broken display on 3gs 32g & 3g 8gb iphone
My Fix
it was well success :-)
My Advice
My use fixiit guide :-)
My Problem
I had dropped my phone cracking the screen. Still worked, just cracked. A friend gave me theirs which I dropped in a puddle, making the dock connector and home button not work, so I used the module from my phone. I then had a phone fully functional and one with a cracked screen and broken dock connector and (I would notice later after fixing) a torn ribbon connecting the camera.
My Fix
Fixed the screen and dock connector and, with the exception of the camera I still have to fix, works great! Looks like new with the screen.
My Advice
Keep aware of the camera ribbon when pulling out the logic board. Also, invest in a good case.
My Problem
A customer dropped her 3GS and didn't want to pat AT&T $200.
My Fix
It was easy, I got the whole front assembly for her because I didn't want to have to transfer the home button and speaker over.
My Advice
Just take your time
Related Questions
| 1 Answer 0 Score | Recommended parts to repair off switch, silent switch & home button? |
| 1 Answer 0 Score | A single touch line is not working anymore. |
| 2 Answers 1 Score | Broke screw bracket on bottom of iPhone | |
| 1 Answer 0 Score | Touch screen unresponsive | |
| 2 Answers 0 Score | Can I swap my logic board and SIM into a new handset? |
