Samsung Gear S3 Battery Replacement

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What you need

Step 1 Removing Wrist Straps

Samsung Gear S3 Battery Replacement, Removing Wrist Straps: step 1, image 1 of 2

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Locate the small push tabs on the back of the wrist straps, pushing them in to release the wrist strap.
Remove any casing or housing on the watch, and clean any dust/debris.
(Black lines are used for privacy)

Step 2 Removing Back Plate & Lifting Out

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Using a Tri-point screwdriver, unscrew the four (4) back screws. Note: The case screws may remain in their place.
Using a metal jimmy, and a little bit of force, push down then lever it up to pop out the case.

Step 3 Detaching Ribbons

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Detatch the three (3) ribbons carefully with a plastic spudger. The ribbons to detach is black, yellow, & blue. You should feel a little click when re-attaching later. Note: These parts are very delicate so exercise caution!

Step 4 Removing Motherboard

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Prying up from the corner with the red arrow, lift the motherboard and maneuver the ribbons out of the opening making sure not to tug or rip them.
Remove two Phillips head screws before moving on.

Step 5 Splitting Motherboard from Battery Compartment

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Make sure to have the two Phillips head screws completely removed before attempting the following steps.
Pressing on the small black plastic area will give you leverage to pull off the motherboard gently.
Do NOT flip the motherboard without first detaching the battery's ribbon. The motherboard will still be connected by a ribbon. Only the battery's ribbon will be detached (Marked by the red arrow in the second photo). Using a flat tool to get underneath the ribbon will lift it up allowing you to flip the motherboard over.
The original battery will most likely be attached to the motherboard. A spudger will be needed to detach the battery from the motherboard. Note: Use caution, gently inserting and lifting as it allows. Use of any sharp or pointed tools can rupture the battery and will cause it to burst.