How to Replace the Battery on a Samsung Galaxy S7

[@migalorsdarwin1930]

I hate it, i just hate it, give us back the easy removable batterys, this is just bullshit.

[@epicprimalman12]

+1

[@metalmaggot673]

LOL! i did the same shit a year ago. those M8s are ridiculous compared to this

[@lanceleggins4118]

Migalors Darwin I agree doing all that to remove the built-in battery case is a utter waste of time the plastic really didn't bother me at all.

[@ICertI]

true!

[@eddale5557]

Only one who is great with battery change is LG? not sure how the new ones are but i have an 6 year old LG only to pull of the back side plastic cover and change the battery in 5 seconds

[@esherm63]

Excellent video. You convinced me that I should never try this.

[@kevindenis9117]

My thoughts exactly, I bought the tools and everything but when I saw this video, I was like hell, no. .I will pay a professional to do this,for me..lol

[@familybetancourt6307]

@@kevindenis9117 Well, I accidentally nicked the battery about 15 min ago and smelled something. A few seconds later, I saw hissing. I backed the fugg up and saw it light on fire. Next time I'm going to take it to a place, though I have replaced batteries in phones before. Not worth the risk.

[@mj.4888]

I did this exactly & it is not as easy as he shows to get the back off Heated it over a dozen times, broke the suction cup, broke the tips off of guitar pic. Wound up cracking the back all down the glass, in multiple places. Had to order a new back plate. But I did it. Lol. It is an advanced project though.

[@duragadventures41]

@@familybetancourt6307 damn

[@Maryisclement143]

LoL Me too

[@CoolJDub]

I will trade waterproofing for a removable battery any day of the week.

[@StellarOdysseyOffical]

Ill second that.¨

[@AnimeGroupie93]

They could have easily made the phone just water resistant. My old Galaxy S4 Active (that I had for 3.5 years) could be dunked in 3 feet of water as well, but you could still change the battery and insert a micro sd card. They honestly did a downgrade over the past couple years in that respect.

[@Napoleon_Blownapart]

Its obvious. They want people buying new phones when the battery decays. Its the iphone profit path

[@ronnie4288]

I don't... if the battery would be guaranteed to last 5 years....

[@MadsFilholm]

And S4 Active ... That was a great phone ... I didn't know the S7 dont have replaceable battery when i bought it ... Hope Samsung goes back to replaceable batteries.

[@cedmonson]

Not enough details on the most important part - resealing the phone. Did you reuse the existing adhesive? Seems unlikely that it would seal as well (or even hold good). Or is there new adhesive to use?

[@sully21362]

that's what I was watching the entire video for, how do you reseal it!!!

[@timturkington8165]

You cant reuse the same adhesive. Plenty of places sell the backplate adhesive.

[@ssjones350]

Who sells backplate adhesive? I have to order a batter, might as well order that as well (guess I'll google!) @@timturkington8165

[@rdean45acp]

I think there is enough residual glue or adhesive to use the same stuff that's in there already just my humble opinion.

[@ninjutsukil2794]

I just used the superglue-like that I got from the same place I got the tools!

[@ariefraiser140]

Number 1 recommendation when you replace the battery is to TEST OUT THAT IT WORKS BEFORE SCREWING the screws on. You can easily not have connect the battery correctly or the battery may be defective. Whatever. Test before SCREWING and frustrating yourself. Turn that bad boy on.

[@Baka_Oppai]

Arie Fraiser I was thinking the same thing lol

[@capcom23]

exactly. when I put a new computer together before closing the case I start up to check if it works and so then I close the cast and put it all back

[@XxKINGatLIFExX]

It's pretty obvious why they make the batteries non-removeable. If you think about it. Its all about that sweet sweet revenue. It forces you to buy a new phone once your dated lithium -ion battery dies on you. It's something known as "built in obsolescence.

[@capcom23]

Exactly. They are forcing up to rebuy each year or 2 a new phone. I have Samsung S7... almost 3 year in my possession and the battery needs now charge each day. And I hardly use my phone. Not even a few games... just checking my email sometimes facebook and that's it. Now i'm forced to charge each day and i'm like... i haven't used that intensive at all. This is just a cheap trick to scare people off so they won't go change their battery so they are forced by their new phones. This way get een more money from the customer. Very very smart. But now i'm questioning is it with each phone now like this or just Samsung trick? I might have to change an other brand...

[@jonih3274]

@@hendrikbteb2317 That clearly isn't the motive with this shit...

[@Ecl3ctic.Indigo]

Thank you so much!!! I watched this before ordering a new battery in case I didn't think I could do it, but your video helped me so much. I was able to replace the battery no problem, You're a life saver or rather a phone saver. It's so nice to have my Galaxy back. Thank you, thank you, thank you xxx

[@jamesgonzales5586]

How much heat did it take to get the back glass off? Did you use a hair dryer?

[@bassinbillRC5300]

I replace my Samsung Galaxy S7 battery yesterday and the hardest part of course was getting the back cover off. It was fortuitous of me to order a new glass back cover with a pre-installed adhesive. As always trying to remove the back glass yes it cracked. No big deal that's why I had the other one the new one replace it. Phone battery lasts a lot longer now.

[@shanepatrick641]

@@bassinbillRC5300 I have an S7 I really want to keep it it as it’s in pristine condition still. Can I replace the battery??

[@bassinbillRC5300]

@@shanepatrick641 yes. You must use 94% Isopropyl Alcohol to "weaken" the glue holding it in place. Use a medicine dropper to add the IPA a little at a time, while using a small plastic putty tool.

[@N4EJM]

I can’t get the flex cable to connect!!!

[@janecapps8235]

Pretty good video. Hardest part was getting the back off. If you are careful, you can save much of the water-proofing adhesive on the back. A couple suggestions. With phones, computers, cars, anything, they are highly, precisely engineered. If a piece doesn't fit easily, remove it and try again. Do not force a part! The part should fit in easily. When putting screws back in, turn them counterclockwise. They will click into place. You can feel this happen, and often hear it. Then you can turn the screw clockwise to tighten. This will keep you from cross-threading the screw. When you put the three cover parts back on, there are a few more steps than they show. Put the largest piece in first, but don't screw in tightly. That piece needs to interweave with the bottom part. On the left side, one tab on the bottom piece has to go under the larger piece, while one tab must go over the larger piece. On the bottom piece, these is a tab at the bottom that can be snapped into place by pushing on it. On the top piece, the top edge of the middle piece must go under the top piece. Also, I believe a tab on the top part has to go under the frame of the phone. Tighten the screws slightly as you put them in. Then tighten them at various opposite places, like putting a tire on your car. This will avoid one side being tighter than the other or stress put on one side.

[@lee53597]

After trying without success for a long time to connect the new battery after placing it in its location, I reversed those two steps: connected the new battery, then positioned the battery. I had a hard time stretching the battery cable and positioning it on its connection. Other than that, your procedure worked flawlessly for me. I had tried another procedure where a blade was used to pry off the back, but found your method much easier, using the suction cup. Thanks!

[@justinwall5885]

Thanks so much! Is the adhesive still good for waterproofing after being replaced or should I get more?

[@RaageRoople]

poorly assembled i used to love the easy way they put together gs3 gs4

[@Cams-garage]

Would you need to put more adhesive on the back glass when you put it back on? If so, what would you use?

[@bigdodgybob]

Thanks so much for your video. I was able to change the battery on my S7 last night & now it's working perfectly

[@tularockstar]

Thanks for your instruction video. I followed it and successfully replaced my battery, and it saved me a good chunk of money!

[@DavidArndtDZ]

Do I need to replace the adhesive on the back cover if some didn't survive the disassembly process? What adhesive should I use and where can I get it?

[@mikefiatx19]

What temperature would you advise to heat the phone to in order to soften the glue?

[@nebraskacornhuskers7773]

What type of adhesive did you use to put the back cover back on ?? name brand please if you don't mind.

[@anicetune]

The Galaxy S5 was the last great Samsung phone.

[@benjamingibson8860]

anicetune I so agree. Galaxy s 5 was the best Samsung phone.

[@redcrimson1028]

Agreed and I still got one

[@tsant825]

Absolutely. I got 4 years of service from mine. I still use it for internet, while my s7 is for phone/text.

[@jedrula77]

A very solid phone with a great camera. I have 900T, but the original battery after three years has a very small capacity. The replacement lasted only 4m and began to swell ... now I see in a minimal backlight and power saving mode, a bright blinking belt on the 3/4 part of the screen: / It's time to change my beloved phone. Today, a little longer free with insufficient RAM.

[@BlockedBowser]

I still have the galaxy 5 xD

[@faithferns5693]

Thank you so much, this video saved me a lot of money. I did everything you showed on this video and now my phone is up and running again.

[@colinvespa4709]

It might be an idea to test the battery first before replacing the back cover just in case.

[@jamescc2010]

How do we test an existing battery first?

[@eien86]

@@jamescc2010 sorry for the belated response. The idea is to charge/use the phone for a while beforehand. If everything works well, then you put the back cover back in place. If not, then you may get a different battery or put back the old one, without needed to opening the phone again

[@DaveThompsonfairlife4all]

HI, did you need to put on more glue/adhesive putting it back together? Just about to dissemble an A3 to repair camera lens, and wondered if the original adhesive is OK as long as it's warmed-up. Thanks

[@mario17-t34]

Thanks, do you need to apply any glue, sticky tape on the last step to get back together ? or it's just stick back together ? not clear

[@rencemaramot6970]

hi i want to ask if the earpiece or ear speaker of s7 edge can be use to replace the earpiece of s7 flat? it can be compatible? thankyou.

[@mrjohnsonclarke]

Thanks to your help I have now fixed my Galaxy S7. Great work, Thank-you!

[@mashrurmuhammed9659]

Do you need to buy additional adhesive for the back to stick back on?

[@bassinbillRC5300]

When you order a battery for the back cover for it the same time it comes with me he's avoiding installed on the back cover what's really important is it remove all the old adhesive that was used on the previous cover that was on the back of your phone.

[@bassinbillRC5300]

Yes to that. Also, order a new bed cover at the same time you order a new battery and you'll save yourself a lot of grief. Just before you remove the old battery you must first heat up the front of the LCD display in order to loosen up the glue that holds the battery in place and after that you need to use a plastic spudger not a metal spudger or pry tool.

[@marvinsaurbier1645]

Mission accomplished. Thank you very much!

[@OnlyThomasHayes]

where do you get more adhesive if you need it? what do you apply the adhesive with?

[@bug8502]

Great video, I will never be buying a samsung phone again. Is there an alternative type phone out on the market with easy battery replacement?

[@pavlenishe]

My life is surrounded by chargers now...5 chargers at home, 1 at work, charger in the car... phone drops 25% battery life in 1 hour (S7). For a wireless device I feel like I have to be wired for a lot of fucking time...

[@Leehensman]

pavlenishe sometimes unplugging the battery and plugging back in corrects this issue.

[@MysticMoonz]

Amen!! Galaxy 7 has the WORST battery life!!

[@robjames3277]

After 18 months, my phone is knackered, I've ordered a new battery and let's hope I can fit it !

[@georgettabusler6805]

don't be such a cheap-ass! buy a new battery every now and then!

[@duragadventures41]

Damn

[@killianhawk]

this was super useful! thank you for sharing this tutorial, it was really informative and helped me fix my wife's phone easily.

[@sndbeer4]

What are adhesive strips for put them inside or outside making phone so u have to hire someone to do it

[@brad-leeclarke5187]

what did you use as adhesive to put the back cover back on?

[@moggmusic]

Worked like a charm. Important! Use heat, it really loosens the adhesive and I found it easier to find a gap to put the pick under the back on the side of the phone.

[@DaveNanan]

I can't believe Samsung decided to make their batteries non-removable like Apple.

[@lostsanityreturned]

Annoying, but atleast the S7 is really damn waterproof.

[@bubelparkour]

yeah but dude its only 3000 mAh battery.

[@FunkyPurpleSoul]

Is it still waterproof after changing the battery like this?

[@MrTomek1112]

They did that because now they are using premium materials and thats fine by me

[@lostsanityreturned]

I have to ask, why do you like the back of a phone to be glass? It has to be my least favourite phone to have in hand without a case.

[@ChickensAndGardening]

Thanks for this video. I've changed a few cell phone batteries in the past, but wow! They really have that battery sealed deep inside. It's like they don't WANT people to remove it.

[@azhleymae143]

What kind of adhesive do you use to put the back of the phone back on?

[@ChingFong58]

And will it still be waterproof after the batt install ?... I'm sure it voids any warranty to do this, right ?

[@stigenjensen4450]

Thank you very mmuch! Just tried this and it cracked the entire glass screen at the back of my mobile!

[@bassinbillRC5300]

This is why when I ordered the battery I ordered a glass back cover they had the adhesive pre-installed All Along The Inside Edge of the back cover because I knew I would break it while trying to take it off.

[@gingerwhalen7734]

Thank you, the battery issue was the only reason I have been hesitating on upgrading to the S7. Dumb question, S7Edge would be the same to change battery?

[@JohnFurman]

+Ginger Whalen The S7 Edge has an internal battery like the S7 does so it involves similar work to replace

[@gingerwhalen7734]

Thank you!

[@JohnFurman]

You're welcome.

[@RWDtech]

Do you ruin the integrity of the waterproofing seal when you remove the back?

[@cmo_rocks]

Are the s8 9 10 easier? Did they remove the technical difficulties after this mess?

[@INsPiRoN1104]

3:18 Did he really drop it..

[@patrickarseneault7407]

also at 1:22 his trying to open it up wile its still on... good job

[@crashduhmy]

Ya I think it was on the start up screen so I believe he might have accidentally held the power button while prying back cover off.

[@LS-jk3fk]

lol

[@jeffreyyeager1398]

What kind of adhesive should be used, and where to get it? Nice video.

[@bassinbillRC5300]

If you order the battery make sure you ordered a new bed cover the same time Samsung Galaxy S7 covered only 999 batteries are about $19 and the cover comes with the adhesive already pre-installed all you have to do is remove the adhesive cover plastic to expose the glue on the inside of the back cover. And then when you put the new back cover on after you got the battery changed out you have your Flex cable that comes from the battery in motherboard properly pressed in..... then when you put the new back cover on after removing the edhesive protective plastic make sure you Center the back cover play Gently pushing it down around the camera LED flash and pulse monitor make sure you push that down in that area first then moving your thumbs on each side out to the side then push T he Civ squarely down a long way around the exterior your phone.

[@seniordelasfrases4728]

Do you have a course by any chance on how to repair smartphones in general?

[@robjames3277]

Great advice, followed it and changed my battery with a kit I bought on Amazon. Only difference is I had to use a blade to prise the back off as the suction cup was rubbish!

[@soulrebelno1]

I had an old Galaxy SII and the battery lasted about 3~4 years, then died. I bought a new one, flipped the back-off, replaced it and the phone is still going strong after five years! I'm looking for a new phone and was thinking of the Galaxy S7 Edge, but I'm not spending all that cash on a phone where you have to go through all that rigmarole just to change the battery. I'll be looking elsewhere, like the "flagship killer" the OnePlus 3 for just over half the price.

[@applesammuri]

Love love love that i didn't know you couldn't remove the battery until I needed a new one, I wish I was warned about this before hand.

[@ssjones350]

"make sure these is adhesive there" - there doesn't appear to be much. Is that adequate or is additional every required? If so, which type is used??

[@kevinoakes1870]

Great video thank you. I recommend not using metal objects to remove the battery however, if you pierce the cell with it you will get an instant fireball.

[@joanrefugia9068]

Thanks for this videos now i know how to replace a battery without wasting money

[@anotherbrickonthewall]

Do you need to apply new glue for re-assembly??

[@6251966]

Throw a little blue RTV in there when you put it back together - good as not quite new.

[@Trancelistic]

HI, is it also possible to replace the battery on the s7 water/dust proof version?

[@renerodriguez412]

Thanks for everything. Wonderful job. Now I can watch it while I actually do it!

[@youtubefan4293]

Thank You! Your video helped me replace the battery in my sweetie's S7. Couldn't have done it without you! :-)

[@eddale5557]

Hmm is it water proof after this?? i did not se he put on some glue or some when he put it together again...??

[@thomaspaccione8237]

Where did you get the IDT Boss Revolution shirt?

[@davidkorpiewski1525]

what temperature do you set your hot plate at?

[@arcane2152]

Great video. I'll try this with my S7. Thanks for sharing!

[@w4baham]

Does the new battery come with glue on the back of it? If not, should it not be added?

[@evileva19]

Where did u buy your battery from

[@williamsumrall333]

Appreciate your showing how to replace battery - and to think I was considering this phone! No way!

[@PCcopeland]

So what was it doing to make you decide to change it. Mine got wet and is barely charging and loses it's charge very fast. It really won't charge at all when it's on.

[@jamescc2010]

It seems our 5-year old s7 not holding charge well. Will replacing a battery fix the issue?

[@WilliamLetzkus]

Quite a process. I think that the Verizon salesperson should have pointed out that changing the battery involved deconstructing the phone!

[@Neznisgip]

Thanks for this video. It made my decision easy. I carry a spare battery with me when im hiking. The s5 is simple to change the battery, thats what I like about it.

[@raydavis2904]

You want water resistance, use a Ziploc.

[@Imaprincesso314]

I guess I should have known but I have never fixed a phone before. The back is glass and immediately broke when I was GENTLY trying to get the back off. I hardly pulled on it after it was loose and it just shattered. Would have been nice to know that caution.

[@MichaelsWrestlingChannel]

It looks like I won't be getting the Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S8 (when it comes out) because Samsung has decided not to make their batteries removable. I am going to stick with the Galaxy S5 until Samsung decides to change their minds and make their batteries removable. As far as the glass covers goes, they can get rid of that! It's not safe and Samsung knows that. Samsung needs to listen to their customers because the customers is always right. I understand that they are in competition with Apple and all.....but making your batteries not removable and making glass covers is the stupidest decisions that Samsung has ever made!!! They should go back to plastic covers. It's a lot safer than that damn glass covers!!!

[@MysticMoonz]

My Galaxy S5 was the best phone I ever own! I own the S7 now and I'm definitely needing my battery replaced! Really sucks

[@Hugo_R]

Me too

[@ChickensAndGardening]

Unfortunately, none of the big phone makers have removable batteries anymore. It's not like batteries have improved; they just want the phone to become obsolete faster so they can sell you a new one. And, it works!

[@capcom23]

@@ChickensAndGardening At least they should give us some money back when we get an upgrade. It's the least thing they could do but they won't

[@brad4ly634]

Can I still do this if the back is already cracked? Or will the suction just fully break the glass?

[@carlpascual7211]

You can break off the back replace the battery and replace the back plate ez fix

[@ninjutsukil2794]

This helped me so much! It feels really good that i didnt have to get a new phone! Thank you so much!

[@circle4922]

I had to pop in and say good job on this video. Definitely something I can take on if/when needed. Thanks very much.

[@bunkysdad]

Battery is about 15 bucks on Amazon and comes with the small tools. Back OE glass is 9.50 on Amazon. Comes with adhesive

[@rosskrause3926]

the kits come with a cheap ass suction cup..i have heated my back glass plate and the suction cup(s) will not stick to the damn thing..pos bs.

[@87bcpalot]

can you buy the sealant and install it yourself?

[@CyborgJesus69]

all these adhesives are for waterproofing? why couldn't a simple gasket work?

[@circle4922]

Can new adhesive be bought for this, so we could apply fresh, new adhesive before putting it back together? Thanks.

[@bassinbillRC5300]

If you do this repair and you're not careful and don't heat it up properly you will crack a glass back cover. When I ordered my new battery I ordered a new glass back cover that had the adhesive pre-installed all around the edge the Inside Edge of the back cover. I paid $132 for this phone back in June of this year and this is really a nice phone. Or round am I iPhone 6s and more RAM than my LG Stylo 3 plus.

[@harrygamble6130]

Like the video. As a person who's watching and learning it would be cool if you could mention how many screws and what type of adhesive you're using if any. Otherwise good job.

[@stevenpeterson8596]

I thought he did. That may have been the last video I watched on this though.There are 12 screws and you need a 00 phillips screwdriver. Many kits come with them.

[@tacticallooter]

Is it still waterproof after the replacement?

[@uploadmeful]

What does it mean when you have a white label on back of your phone? I got one used with they label also.

[@tkent2009]

just means its new

[@KhataarFelMataar]

So no need to apply new adhesive? Or double sided tape or something?

[@bassinbillRC5300]

You're better off when you order the battery order a back cover because the back cover comes with the he Civ already installed on the back cover.

[@matthewruehl7427]

so is the phone as water resistant as it was before opening?

[@Tyrone696]

Nope, nowhere near.

[@matthewruehl7427]

+Zack thanks

[@memeagain4106]

Once you've put the cover back on, it's a good idea to apply more heat to it so it's melts the glue again then keep the cover pressed... This way you will get a better seal if the glue is soft...

[@TPainWhatitDo]

There are bad reviews on the Amazon page for the supposed OEM battery in the link in the description. Apparently that seller is shipping counterfeit battery parts that overheat and are dangerous. Where to get a real OEM batttery?

[@stevenpeterson8596]

It's often impossible to get a real OEM battery. What you see on Amazon, Ebay, even Office Depot are usually counterfeits which often only work well for a few months or weeks.

[@1stRedCommander]

hey i was did this fix and got it down. now theres a rattle when i shake my phone. people say its the camera but id like to stop that rattle any ideas?

[@nephilangel]

How hot can you get these phones? It's scary heating them.

[@jcburleigh]

Thanks for the video. My S7 battery has started misbehaving recently, perhaps just a monitoring problem (phone claims it goes from 100% to 1% charge in just a few minutes, but it remains usable for hours at 1%), and a relative who is in the phone-repair biz says it's either the battery or the motherboard, and replacing the battery is one way to find out. This video tells me I should NOT try to do it myself. Will see if Best Buy (where I bought the phone) is willing to try it. Might end up buying a new phone, but it wouldn't be an S7 (obviously) and probably not even a Samsung....

[@thepandy2007]

I followed the instructions, and replaced the battery. A small block spot on the center of the screen appeared and a green line going down. What could the problem be? Thanks.

[@alexisdoelle5925]

Does the battery replacement erase the phone's memory?

[@hippiewannabeify]

Good video to show exactly what ur in for!! Its Not complicated just follow instructions and TAKE YOUR TIME! I used a Heat gun to soften the glue on the back and used the Tool kit That came with my battery. I lucked out and the Sticky tape holding the original battery Stayed put so just heated it up a little and pressed new Battery in! Same for the Backing. I heated it first placed it on then used a micro cloth to press down around the outside edges then heated the Back again with it on and Pressed it again. Make sure u watch his whole video 1st as he pulled of some parts in the wrong order but tells u at the end. Good luck. Its Not Difficult so if ur a little mechanically inclined its a breeze. Took me longer to gather tools together! Lol.

[@Cantstandbs]

I cracked the glass back, because I didn't know it was glass over plastic. Bought a new back from Amz. other than that all is working well. thanks for the video.

[@syedsuhaibhussain312]

how to the IMEI NUMBER I don't type *#06# to or in the settings the Samsung galaxy s7 edge I have is dead so is there any way that I can find the IMEI number inside the phone battery?

[@iannickCZ]

Does anybody know that Galaxy S7 from US Verion have same battery connector as EU models?

[@leivisser3801]

Will the water resistency be preserved?

[@leivisser3801]

Ah, tnx!

[@stantonconley4068]

Where did you get the battery

[@theemekanix]

where can i buy oem battery?

[@723lion]

3 out of 5 times i see people break the screen while plying the battery out of the battery bay, Becareful

[@vicentefernandez545]

723lion exactly what happeneds if you are not super extra carefull since they use some very hard to remove glue.. Be very careful, or you will brake your lcd, that should be highlighted

[@wafflcoptr]

723lion mine's already cracked to shit so I have nothing to lose lol

[@crosswalklarry]

75% of statistics are made up with no proof. 😂

[@stevenpeterson8596]

@@crosswalklarry Did you know that 61% of people will believe whatever you say if you put a meaningless statistic behind it. That number jumps to 72.5% if it's posted on KZbin ;-P

[@friendlyperson1974]

Good thing to point out i have also seen this happen to people and the s7 has a pricey screen

[@pizzamannetje79]

Does anyone know what the piece of plastic tape on the side is about?

[@EndstyleGG]

+pizzamannetje79 Probably water protection

[@heylcodouma9506]

goede instructrie, duidelijke video. dankzij deze makkelijk gerepareerd. thanks

[@butterflies1337]

Simple, clear and informative. Thanks alot.

[@jimisjoint]

Thanks. Did the job. Well explained.