iPhone XS Display Replacement - How To

The iPhone XS has a beautiful OLED screen, but it’s not immune to your clumsiness or parts failure. One day you might need a new screen, so save this video to your favorites, because we’re about to show you how to replace the display on your iPhone XS, yourself.
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[@draketracy6969]

Thank you just opened up my iphone repair business thanks to you guys.. 🙏🏼

[@emay4r]

Tip: Check if your phone still works after any kind of repair before closing up the entire thing.

[@brucewayne190]

thats not a tip thats a pro tip

[@ChaseVids]

I learnt the hard way

[@markspancing9343]

I'm not sure but ,if anyone else wants to learn about repair tools try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my buddy got great results with it.

[@srvntoflrd]

I’ve heard it lots that if you do that there’s a chance face I’d won’t work

[@rowanballinger3690]

I noticed that to 😂

[@S.Andrei95]

This guys are just flawless when it comes to customer service. 😮 I bought this display and the content of the package was once again flawless, the care about even the smallest detail was just spot on. In just one word, PERFECT! Congratulations ifixit! 🎉

[@adamkee97]

Apple: 0 iFixit and Freedom to repair movement: +1

[@bootsnake69420]

Adam Kee yeah, just gotta void the warranty.

[@96alexmr]

I disagree. You are going to spend $600 for the screen, true tone won't work, have to take parts off old display, spend about $60 in tools, $10 for adhesive, $10 for the front camera connector. Yeah no thank you for when a display at Apple is $279 and a 90 day warranty. This repair is a total ripoff outside of Apple right now.

[@rickymac54321]

@@96alexmr Well, if Apple didn't make it so hard to get genuine parts then we wouldn't have this problem!

[@96alexmr]

@@rickymac54321 it's not just Apple here. Any OEM parts are going to be hard to get outside of authorized repair centers.

[@jamesisaac7684]

T2 chip says otherwise.

[@fullcirclefarms6239]

Thank you So much! It worked! One issue - your link to the adhesive application is for battery adhesive, not screen adhesive. Otherwise worked perfectly, thanks so much!!!

[@juanmvazquez8115]

Great video , no need to calibrate battery just charge it up to 100%

[@mahfuzurrahman4645]

After 5 minutes....i'm thinking why i'm watching... This I don't have even an iPhone

[@Evan2]

because it's interesting...? why does it even matter?

[@5awiii]

@@Evan2 gay boy

[@jelrikcruijs2781]

Me2 lol

[@jd-py5nm]

I don’t have an xs but still cool to watch

[@fenrirwolf456]

Pass the blunt homie

[@root9065]

The iOpener pun never gets old haha.

[@ndc5544p]

Thanks for the great turorial! It was like a breeze!

[@michael50310]

To regain the True-Tone function, there is a small machine can write the original display serial number to the new screen, that your phone will recognize the new screen as original display. This method works with iPhone8/8 Plus/X/Xs/Xs Max and XR If your iPhone 7 Plus is experiencing bad touch after the display replacement, this machine can do the same procedure that makes everything works smoothly again

[@sm7085]

do you know the name of the machine?

[@z00h]

@@sm7085 iMachine

[@voyger2561]

S M just search up on eBay lcd light sensor Calibrator

[@kcastillo1234]

I recommend the qianli icopy plus 2.1

[@rhashmi1]

Excellent

[@everythingsamsungandiphone3251]

Love ur videos

[@luxsporttoys6646]

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[@imadmando4001]

I do not have iphone xs but I will repair for my friend, I swapped for his daughter iphone 6 it is the same principle. nice voice

[@Tyranosaurus_Xer]

Does it need to be clone the old display code with some fancy tools ? Like iPhone X and 8. If no, ambient light sensor for true tone will not working

[@chrishendrix5943]

When you get done you will be a certified electrical engineer

[@93queenv]

does this replacement include the front camera too ?

[@davidengle7018]

I have a question in the screen you are selling for the iPhone XS is there any size difference in the vessels because that’s the only reason why I’m not buying a third party screen

[@Kyle-hv2pz]

put packing tape over cracked glass.. keeps little pieces of glass from getting everywhere!

[@jessesantos7046]

can someone list down all the screw types especially the ear piece speaker and front sensor bit. Thanks

[@EbouBalajo]

Which 5 screws aber you talking about after opening the lcd?

[@bodhidogger8386]

You wont lose true tone if you use a lcd data programmer to overwrite the serial number of the lcd. Or you use a copy screen But after iOS 12.3 iphone x and xs screens wont sometimes respond to the touch even with a original screen. So good luck with your “replacment”

[@jd-py5nm]

Bodhi Dogger wow so basically forced to get a new phone if that happens!?

[@bodhidogger8386]

@@jd-py5nm no, you can use a aftermarket screen, or just wait for a new update and hope it wil fix this

[@anthonybush3134]

What if I use an oem Apple display from an XS that’s iCloud locked?

[@bodhidogger8386]

@@anthonybush3134 it wil work fine. No worries and u can still copy the True tone

[@Sly1020]

your iphone adhesive strip video doesnt show how to apply the one around the phone only the battery...

[@robertcalkjr.8325]

Thanks!!

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[@einsteinwasright1044]

The link for adhesive strips is the wrong video --- it is for the batteries, but here we need the case waterproofing adhesive.

[@highlanderc]

Apple did the screen replacement on the xs and the new screen died 2 days later with the same green lighting as the original one. Is this fixable or a new phone is in order?

[@wizcombo]

Where is the video in the description? I wanted to watch. Thanks

[@JYeungTV]

Important thing that this video cleared F’d up on. DO NOT touch the pearl sensor (facial dot projector) that will screw up your iPhone Face ID recognition permanently

[@andrelane37]

Very interesting, I think I might've missed something regarding the earphone jack, does she say that you need to replace it with a new one, or does she use the existing one. It seemed odd that she took it off and put it back on without it interfering with the screen.

[@remmett1088]

Use the existing one

[@ps7ykLiTT]

Since this is a tutorial, they're most likely just showing the rebuilding process using the same phone since it's probably still in perfect working condition.

[@michaelsmitasin680]

At 4:00 you mention a video for replacing the display adhesive in the description, but the description has a link to the battery adhesive video.

[@bestbirdbuds6746]

yeah i noticed that too

[@edijsedu2709]

There was an adhesive applied on the main phone body - is that to avoid any discharge? Also, once it had been applied, I couldn’t see it when the new screen was reattached. Can anyone explain please?

[@NRASUPPORTER1911]

What brand of screen did you use?

[@herbertwagner89]

face id work‘s after replacing the screen with old sensor ?

[@davidemioni2347]

Test your display before reattaching it back to the frame!

[@vrsce0178]

@Tesla Model 3 He knows he was saying test it BEFORE reattaching the screen back before you even add the adhesive

[@syedmohammedali96]

Absolutely right

[@mayanksood587]

any coupons available?

[@Propositionz314]

I'm having trouble fitting the ambient light sensor tab back in. Help

[@allsports1057]

nice video you good

[@luxsporttoys6646]

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[@2ral636]

what size screwdrivers do you need?

[@spaceforfreedom12]

Hi @ifixit , there is a typo in the video title. 😀 thanks for the video. Great content as always.

[@remmett1088]

No there isn’t

[@glpzdmd9259]

My screen is lifting up but the plastic around the screen remains in place.. what is that and what can be done? My phone screen is functional and has face id and true tone still

[@jordon7813]

Will AppleCare plus replace my iPhone XS screen?

[@andre_toyonaga_]

Hi there. Do you know if there any rejection using different screens models? I mean, my phone model is XS MTE22J/A but the screens on sale on Amazon say they only support model starting from A1920 and etc. Is there any problem if i use it?

[@matthew-zv8nk]

It’s best to use the correct model screen replacements as your phone for the best experience. Also I recommend using OEM screen replacements if possible, they will be longer term

[@dwanealex-yg9ig]

Don’t you need to know the serial number that’s programmed to the screen so Face ID finger scanner etc and the screen itself will work properly?

[@hotwheels9754]

Pro tip, when removing the prox use heat on the of the screen *glass part* so you don't rip the cable.

[@UWGNick]

The sensor assembly on the back of the display is paired to your iPhone's logic board and must be transferred from your old display to your new one. The sensor assembly includes the flood illuminator, a part of the Face ID security feature. If it is damaged or replaced, Face ID will cease to function.

[@kameldalloul7887]

my phone is iPhone Xs fill into the Sea , I go to local shop and they change the screen for me (screen is copy not original). my problem is face ID is not working and the touch screen is very bad. I need to replacement the phone with new phone or how I can fix the Face ID.

[@palucav1]

Is it Waterproof

[@matthewdicksoncrusher5592]

Is it possible to open up display without removing tenpered glass for battery replacement?

[@roccol3110]

You can try but I'm pretty sure your screen protector will just come right off

[@matthewdicksoncrusher5592]

I did it with screen protector installed withput amy problem. Protector stayed on placeå

[@MysticMountainNebula]

Will double sided adhesive tape help with making the phone water resistant again?

[@tangyflow]

No. You lose water resistance after any screen repair

[@hashamshaik9120]

I need a battrry for ipod nano 4th generation

[@imvirpil]

Does anyone know what the music used in this video is called? I really like it.

[@SambodhaWellness]

I think it’s from Sega’s sonic the hedgehog game.

[@AllStar1568]

What does the iOpener do? I mean it is just a pillow. Or do you guys put it in a microwave to make it hot? I dont get it :D

[@gbsk12]

My screen does not turn on so I am trying to change the screen. I bought a "pro" set of tools for electronics with over 100 parts. I got the two screws out by the charging port and got the screen off. I tried to take some of the screws out like they exhibit in youtube videos. I do not see what bits will work. Theyl do not fit in the screw head. Does anyone know exactly which bit would would work or maybe I am doing something else wrong. Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks

[@commie.franky]

Can you make a video how to clean iPhone X or general flagship phones and tips&tricks?

[@5awiii]

No

[@djrubberducky]

Ricardo Milos just take that cloth and do movements like back and forth on your phone It must do the job

[@ND-oz5lt]

Purple Man Minecraft Lets Plays shut up minecraft loser

[@saikatchoudhury1980]

My phone fell in soap water and couldn’t survive, i was hopeless in this lockdown and opened it with a nail and knife 😂

[@teucm]

In a nutshell: don't ever break your iPhone screen. 😂😂

[@commie.franky]

or better don't ever break anything from your phone

[@Kazwell96]

this is actually a really easy repair, you should see the repair guide for samsung s8 and above! lol

[@Tactical_Taco]

@@Kazwell96 I would rather do an s8, s9, or s10+ before doing an S6 or s7. SCREW SOFT KEYS

[@Tactical_Taco]

Yeah fr tho this is like a braindead repair

[@wolfetit]

Nicholas A exactly!😂 and you have people in another comment thread losing their mind about how it works and man some people...

[@darrenwoloshyn]

If you get it done through Apple will it still have True Tone?

[@Mdoodoo]

Darren Woloshyn yes

[@remmett1088]

Yes

[@valo1999]

Why does the truetone not work anymore after screen replacement?

[@MosesBuckwalter]

The part is paired to the motherboard so a new one won't work. There is am $80 Chinese tool that re pairs them tho. I also think its due to the one sensor being exposed to more light then normal and I've heard a theory that doing it in the dark would allow it to still work but I haven't tested this lol.

[@EspHack]

cuz apple

[@robertcalkjr.8325]

Do you mean a "digitizer"?

[@MosesBuckwalter]

Robert Calk Jr. what?

[@robertcalkjr.8325]

Moses Buckwalter Are yall calling the digitizer, a screen?

[@trenchkid3845]

Does the face lock still work after a screen replacement ?

[@remmett1088]

Yeah

[@camarogs1]

No

[@redseasplitter]

Damn dis so late did you need permission from Apple to post this?

[@CanadianBakin42O]

I'm an Android user in this came in my recommendations

[@MosesBuckwalter]

It will cost you a pretty penny for sure.

[@RektByRafay]

£150 for an aftermarket display here in England :/

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[@ShaggyYoon]

@@RektByRafay That was much cheaper than I thought

[@cuylarHD]

So how is this cheaper than Apple care

[@dismiggo]

@@cuylarHD You don't have to give more of your soul to Apple

[@antonismakestas9875]

I am watching Without an iphone xs

[@antonismakestas9875]

Or an iPhone X or an iPhone 8 in fact I don’t even own an iPhone or generally a phone Jk I am watching on an iPhone 6s

[@Justsexmachine]

Same quality?

[@aswina4743]

How much cost of XS max display

[@Xofttam]

$169.99 from ifixit

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[@justasurbonas7753]

Too much

[@alanmay7929]

@@justasurbonas7753 its oled not lcd , oled screens are way more expensive than lcd

[@adamkee97]

@@justasurbonas7753 Then send it to Apple.

[@saintlouis1989]

Btw, why changing the screen will remove true tone technology? I don’t get the reason....

[@pipetman4645]

Aint it about the authenticity problem? Sansung said that they will put some authenticity checking system, and if it's not authorized it will disable soft buttons and so on.

[@devonterobinson1842]

Seems similar to what they did a couple years back when people tried to switch out the fingerprint sensor. Seems like a petty way to piss off the right to repair folks.

[@MalekDarwish]

Just like devonte said, cause apple doesn't want you to repair it your self.

[@monypissotren6456]

Can I use lighter instead of iopener?

[@remmett1088]

NOPE

[@peteremanuel9647]

Can you do a video on a glass only repair

[@robert9972]

Normal people don't and won't wanna do that so they won't make one

[@techguypaul]

The glass is laminated to the display, so not possible.

[@abercrombieKID1000]

It’s possible but you need special expensive equipment

[@Jackson_Baker]

i can un stew the second screw o the bottom

[@hoanganh6779]

did Apple just change the battery's design to 1 piece ? I remembered it was the combination of 2 separate pieces of battery

[@VinhTran-tq9qj]

Will face ID still work after a display replacement?

[@rood6616]

Yes. as long as they dont damaged the cable

[@Adri_BlackBeast]

Lo que tiene poner pantallas no oficiales es que se pierde la tecnología True Tone 😔👎

[@everybody5087]

I followed the video and I fixed my phone, the phone was stuck on a reboot loop but I had fixed that too.

[@bladddddd]

How did you fix the reboot loop? That’s what happened to my XS

[@gtfobuddy21]

Can the screen be separated without the heat

[@UWGNick]

With enough force, anything can be separated from anything.

[@precisionsightdrones]

Tip: don't press the Face ID like they are doing in the adhesive application(their method of doing that is wrong too), you are going to destroy the Face ID module...don't say I didn't warn you

[@Bronxholla137]

You didnt mention anything about losing the TRU TONE OPTION you have to transfer the LCD data to the new one with a tool that sell in China for like 60$ you can do this transfer if you dont care about losing TRU TONE

[@emmettwhite4064]

after doing this repair will the facial recognition still work

[@simonthewatchguy6073]

yes

[@camarogs1]

@@simonthewatchguy6073 no

[@lanetimepditty]

If the screens cracked,, how does one use a suction cup...

[@johnnycash5858]

Run a strip of clear packaging tape over the screen. It will give the suction cup something to adhere to and will prevent bits of glass going everywhere as you remove the screen.

[@Skiddibo]

Good guide but if you look closely you can see how badly she applied that adhesive

[@rajatbisht21]

My iPhone XS just dropped and there are no hinges at the left side of screen as shown in 2:20 I'm dead scared as this was my 2nd iPhone XS in a span of 12 months and I cannot afford to tell this to my parents.

[@helioswlp7460]

Can ifixit send me one of those pro toolkit cause I'm making my own custom iphone . ? Please.

[@paulfitz4861]

Looks easier than the iPhone 8

[@zhaojack3286]

You can buy a cheap device to rewrite the matching code into the new screen then true tone will work

[@mahtja1559]

Whats the name of the device?

[@AndrewP]

eye opener*

[@Alex_dlc]

You linked the wrong adhesive video

[@dmn2273]

Screen Cost: 250$

[@robertcalkjr.8325]

Actually, Amazon calls the digitizer a screen, NOT the display. The XS Max OLED LCD display and digitizer that I saw on Amazon is $349.

[@narukahana6321]

its $169 on their website, also $6.99 for adhesive

[@guynumber20]

Pro tip: say your iPhone X has touch screen issues to get the free warranty program

[@felixb6616]

guynumber20 and what do you tell them if they want you to be more specific? Don't you have to show it to a Gravis store?

[@oldstickygummybear]

Is there a specific reason apple disables truetone after replacing the screen?

[@nutrock87]

No they’re basically just really petty

[@oliverturner5334]

@@nutrock87 their excuse is probably that True Tone is only calibrated according to apples screens so may not look right on 3rd party ones

[@jonathanthao5565]

Yeaaaa... I think I’m just gonna get a new phone instead 😬

[@adepaseadedolamu7804]

Any good mobile engineer with a settled mind would always remember to do that before go sl coupling 😂😂😂

[@abinashd29]

Im watching this even though i didn't own an iPhone

[@android-user]

Me too

[@htttps809]

w0w this acutavvy its easier than 8 pvus repcavment

[@remmett1088]

How’s ur keyboard doing?

[@htttps809]

@@remmett1088 actually great thanks for asking

[@sachemofboston3649]

doesn't work for me, none of the screws move at all

[@benjaminwoodman]

WELP SCREWS STRIPPED. FML

[@cbnkp]

I think you forgot the fifth screw when disassembling the plate covering all the connectors. Otherwise... thanks.

[@TanurjyotiBala066]

This is an iOpenning video.

[@LLubdeRr]

I thaught it will be way easier than it actualy is... i will habe to try a couple of time, hopfuly i dont destroy the phone:)

[@BeauDrizzle]

Well how did it turn out?

[@dicegamenetwork]

Who else thought the screwdrivers in the thumbnail looked like a ton of cocaine railed up on the box just chillin?!

[@danzimet4013]

I learned that if you do not disconnect the battery cable, the new screen will not work. Apparently it needs to be have some sort of power reset.

[@remmett1088]

Oh yeah sometimes that happens😆

[@robertcalkjr.8325]

Is the XS Max the same as this one?

[@verios44]

Yes just bigger. Battery is shaped slightly differently but the guts are the same

[@robertcalkjr.8325]

verios44 Thanks. My son just got a XS Max so I was just curious.

[@theVakhovske]

Apple:Wait that's illegal

[@DuhAverageJoe]

Please don’t touch the uncovered Face ID sensors with your fingers or you’ll risk disabling it!