Purchasing a Camera for an EVO 4G LTE Phone
Now and again, your Android phone may go on the fritz and certain parts may need replacing. Fortunately, with a few tools and a little tech know-how, you too can repair your own device. You'll need to consider what you'll need to purchase and do when it comes to repairing your HTC EVO camera to ensure you can continue to take photos and shoot video without issue.
How Do You Know When You Need a New One?
Phones are full of complicated, complex, and detailed parts, including a front camera and a rear-facing option. How do you know when this feature isn't working and whether it's the front or back peripheral?
- When you access your camera app, the screen comes up like you're ready to take a photo, but the screen stays black and no image comes up.
- The front-facing camera lens works fine, but the rear one doesn't work at all.
- When you are able to take images, they're distorted, wavy, or the colors aren't right, creating an image that you can barely make out.
Which Parts and Tools Do You Need to Make Repairs?
Don't be intimidated by repairing your HTC because you simply need to ensure that you have the right parts and tools on hand to complete this DIY repair. Downloading a video or finding a repair guide online can help you know exactly what to do, and you generally need to give yourself at least an hour for the repair.
- First and foremost, you'll need a replacement camera that's compatible with your phone, though you'll have to make sure that you're getting the right one for either front or back replacement.
- You also may need a flex or ribbon cable.
- Your toolkit should contain things like a pry tool, a #00 screwdriver, tweezers, and a Torx T5 screwdriver. You can purchase a smartphone repair kit that typically contains most or all of these items, which is good to have on hand in the event of an emergency.
How Do You Replace Your Phone's Camera?
Following a few steps can help you to fix your own smartphone at less expense and in less time than taking it to a retail repair shop.
- Before you start any type of repairs, you'll need to clear a workspace with plenty of room available. Then, grab your Android and power it down via the phone's power button, so you won't get shocked or injured or damage your device as you work.
- Use the pry tool to lift the back housing of the phone from the front housing, splitting the smartphone into two parts.
- With the screwdrivers, open up the phone and lift out the inner case so that you can pull the ribbon cables carefully with the tweezers until you get to the camera. Finally, replace it with the new model and carefully complete the same steps in reverse.
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