rod
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I started a new thread about this because I've seen a lot of people with problems that possibly could be solved with this information.
(Also, please note my capitalization and punctuation, along with different font sizes and perhaps a different color thrown in, all very rare for me on message boards. This should point to how important I feel this information is.)
OK, I finally had enough of an eyelash that somehow wedged itself between the glass and screen of my droid. After talking with a tech rep at the VZW store, and them saying my only option was to swap out for a refurb, I decided to take matters into my own hands.
Keep in mind doing this, in all likelihood, will void your warranty.
I headed out to the local hardware store and picked up a #0 Phillips screwdriver (around $3) and some Dusting Air (around $10). Then I headed back to my office (since today was a slow workday). <---will not void your warranty
I flipped my droid over, screen down, and pulled out the physical keyboard. Here you'll see five tiny screws. <---will not void your warranty
Unscrew the five screws. <--- Will void your warrant!!!
With a small flat-head screwdriver, gently pull the (now somewhat) loose metal away from the phone. Try not to bend the metal!!! I lifted it just barely enough so the small extension tube would fit between the metal backing and the phone. From here, it's only a matter of angling the tube to clear the debris from underneath the screen.
Keep in mind. I'm not claiming to be a phone expert. I'm not claiming to know anything about servicing a phone. All I'm letting you guys know is that this worked for me. My screen is now eyelash free, and my alleged OCD can take a break for a few moments. I'm sorry, but that eyelash was KILLING me. If this voids your warranty, then remember it was your decision to do so. I never came across any seal that I had to break, so I'm pretty sure I can take my phone into the store and no tech would be the wiser. I hope this helps for you guys, but remember, do so at your own risk!
(Also, please note my capitalization and punctuation, along with different font sizes and perhaps a different color thrown in, all very rare for me on message boards. This should point to how important I feel this information is.)
OK, I finally had enough of an eyelash that somehow wedged itself between the glass and screen of my droid. After talking with a tech rep at the VZW store, and them saying my only option was to swap out for a refurb, I decided to take matters into my own hands.
Keep in mind doing this, in all likelihood, will void your warranty.
I headed out to the local hardware store and picked up a #0 Phillips screwdriver (around $3) and some Dusting Air (around $10). Then I headed back to my office (since today was a slow workday). <---will not void your warranty
I flipped my droid over, screen down, and pulled out the physical keyboard. Here you'll see five tiny screws. <---will not void your warranty
Unscrew the five screws. <--- Will void your warrant!!!
With a small flat-head screwdriver, gently pull the (now somewhat) loose metal away from the phone. Try not to bend the metal!!! I lifted it just barely enough so the small extension tube would fit between the metal backing and the phone. From here, it's only a matter of angling the tube to clear the debris from underneath the screen.
Keep in mind. I'm not claiming to be a phone expert. I'm not claiming to know anything about servicing a phone. All I'm letting you guys know is that this worked for me. My screen is now eyelash free, and my alleged OCD can take a break for a few moments. I'm sorry, but that eyelash was KILLING me. If this voids your warranty, then remember it was your decision to do so. I never came across any seal that I had to break, so I'm pretty sure I can take my phone into the store and no tech would be the wiser. I hope this helps for you guys, but remember, do so at your own risk!
