Sony Xperia broken glass (display/screen) replacement continues to be one of the most sought after services in the smartphone repair industry. No matter how you try to protect the screen of your device, after a strong impact/fall, the screen will shatter or become covered with cracks. Typically, this is when questions arise:
- How to distinguish an original spare part from a non-original one, and what is the difference between them?
Here we will try to describe this topic as clearly as possible.
Many service centers, in particular those located in radio markets, assure each client that he will not be able to find an original spare part for the Xperia smartphone, since they are not produced - this is all a lie. When contacting us, many clients come misled by such masters. The question immediately arises:
- Why was I given incorrect information?
Original (branded) Sony display modules
Unfortunately, they cost many times more, but when installing such spare parts, you can rest assured of their quality. In addition, the price is justified not only by the quality of the part, but also by its configuration. We are talking about new and relatively recent models.
When replacing the original Sony Xperia display module on the following models, part of the body also changes - the thin frame of the display module:
- Sony Xperia C3
- Sony Xperia C4
- Sony Xperia C5
- Sony Xperia E4g
When replacing a Sony screen on the following models, almost the entire body also changes, not counting the back cover and sometimes plugs/decorative inserts; we are talking about a spare part that is supplied to the manufacturer’s assembly line:
- Sony Xperia X Performance
- Sony Xperia XA Ultra
- Sony Xperia XA
- Sony Xperia X
- Sony Xperia E5
- Sony Xperia Z5 Premium
- Sony Xperia Z5 Compact
- Sony Xperia Z5
- Sony Xperia Z3+
- Sony Xperia Z3
- Sony Xperia Z3 Compact
- Sony Xperia M2 Aqua
- Sony Xperia M4 Aqua
- Sony Xperia M5
Some modules even include various cables and speakers. As an example, let's look at replacing the Sony Xperia Z3 Compact screen, where in addition to the display module, most of the body, the headset jack and both speakers are changed.
It is worth noting that the configuration of the display module does not depend on the service center, and if the manufacturer produces the original part complete with frame/housing, etc., otherwise it is impossible to replace it. Replacing such spare parts takes a relatively short time (30-90 minutes), since no glue/sealant is used during repairs and there is no need to wait for drying, and the assembly quality remains at the factory level.
The company's official supplier works only with wholesale customers, which means that you will not find an original spare part in retail sales, and if you do find one, its price will exceed the cost of repairs in our service center. Since small companies cannot afford to purchase such components in wholesale quantities, they create a legend about the absence of original parts and offer customers an analogue in the form of a Chinese copy.
Non-original display modules
As for non-original spare parts (analogue), which are popularly called “Copy”, “China” or simply “Counterfeit”, which in fact is what they are. Yes, now everything is produced in China, as it is assembled, but these are just terms, so to speak, there is “Original China” and “Unoriginal China”. Non-original display modules are several times cheaper, which is why they are in great demand. By installing such a spare part, first of all, you sacrifice image quality (color rendition), which becomes slightly worse. The analogue is glued into the old part of the case, so the repair takes 2-3 hours, and the quality of the gluing is inferior to the factory one. The installation of a non-original part does not affect the performance and operability of the device. Let's take the same Sony Xperia Z3 Compact.
Our service center offers you the choice of installing original or non-original spare parts. In the first case, the guarantee for work performed is 60 calendar days, in the second - 14 days
Now you know the main differences between original screens and non-original ones. It is worth noting that this information applies exclusively to the models listed above. On older models, such as Z1, Z1 Compact, Z2, etc., the original display module is replaced without housing parts (if the client wishes, it is also possible with a housing).
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The most common reason for users to contact a service center for equipment repair is the need to replace the screen on their gadgets - tablets and smartphones. Rarely does this element fail due to manufacturing defects or wear. Minor mechanical damage or dropping the device leads to cracks appearing on the screen, it becomes covered with stains from leaking pixels and this makes further use difficult. The touchscreen stops responding to commands or does so incorrectly. Trying to perform the desired action on a given command, the smartphone does something completely different. Also, a broken or leaking screen prevents you from seeing the image.
What is the replacement process?
To replace glass, screen or display, you need some equipment, such as a special hair dryer to soften the adhesive contour and a suction cup, which allows you to detach the faulty component without damaging your Sony Xperia smartphone, avoiding any deformation.
Next, the cables are disconnected if the module assembly is to be replaced and the residual fixing material is cleaned off. Then comes the connection of a working module and gluing with special tape or glue for tightness and fixation. By contacting our Sony service center to replace the screen (display) for your smartphone Sony Xperia C3, C4, C5, E4g, XA, XA Ultra, X, X Performance, X, E5, Z5, Z5 Premium, Z5 Compact, M5, M4 Aqua, M2 Aqua, Z3 Compact, Z3 Plus, Z3 or other models, you will receive quality services at affordable prices and in a short time. Our warehouse has the necessary reserve of components to allow repairs to be carried out immediately. But, if necessary, we can always order the necessary spare parts specifically for your model from the official supplier.
Original display (screen) for Sony Xperia
More modern models very often require the use of only original displays for Sony Xperia smartphones. This is because the design has a simpler visual structure, but technically it has more complex components. For Sony Xperia C3, C4, C5 and Sony Xperia E4g models, replacement is carried out only using a frame. This part of the housing comes as an assembled component from the manufacturer. On other, more modern and stylish models, replacing the screen can only be done by replacing the main body. There is no need to replace only the back cover if it is not damaged. By installing a screen (display) of original production, you get high-level image quality.
The backlight will be more saturated and bright, this will reduce the degree of harm to your vision. And, of course, the manufacturer provides a guarantee for the components it supplies, and if anything happens, replacement is made free of charge.
Non-original display (screen) for Sony Xperia
Using a non-original display (screen) when replacing it on Sony Xperia smartphones results in lower image quality and dim device backlighting. Color rendering and contrast are not saturated and, for example, in bright sunlight, it will be difficult for you to see anything. A non-original spare part is only a copy of an analogue.
Copies can be divided into three parts: low quality, medium quality and high quality. Accordingly, the price varies. A high-quality copy of the screen does not affect the operation of the device in any way; only the quality of the display and the tightness of the joints suffer. All of them are made in China, just like the original ones, but it all depends on the technology and materials used in production. Therefore, if the quality of the spare part is not important to you, you can use a non-original one, saving on the part. By contacting our service for a replacement, you still receive high quality services and a guarantee for the work performed.
While Xiaomi, Huawei, Lenovo and other famous brands from the Middle Kingdom are winning over their users with the quality of their products and services, desperately fighting for a place in the sun, their compatriots prefer to give the audience something else. The “noname” category of vendors is also working, but with a different goal: to create replicas of popular smartphones as quickly as possible after their announcement. And since there is supply, it means that the demand for cheap iPhones, HTC One and Galaxy Note is still high.
iPhone 6
You can become the owner of this miracle of technology for only $150. Unless, of course, the risk of buying a “pig in a poke” is not scary, because the creator is tactfully silent about the technical characteristics of the device. The main thing is external similarity. They even promised to copy the box in the lot description on the electronic bulletin board.
In another case, the replica turned out to be not entirely identical to the original: the Chinese craftsmen did not like the stripes on the rear panel of the “Apple flagship” and simply got rid of them. There are several specifications with different characteristics. The simplest iPhone runs on a dual-core MediaTek MTK6572 chip, has 1GB of RAM, 4GB of internal memory and Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box.
Samsung Galaxy Note 4
The real name of this gadget is GooPhone N4, but its body is decorated with the logo of a completely different company. The smartphone supports LTE, has a 5.7-inch display with FullHD resolution and 2 GB of RAM. The fake Note 4 costs only $139.
LG G2
KingSing S2 took from its Korean twin not only the main highlight in the form of volume keys in the center of the back of the case, but also the gesture control system. The heart of the clone is the eight-core MT6582, and its battery has a capacity of 2000 mAh, which is a full third less than that of the LG G2.
HTC One (M8)
The Chinese version of HTC One (M8) is offered in the colors of the first flagship in the One line. But the device’s hardware is not at all top-end: it again uses a chip from MediaTek, MT6582. The internal storage is 8 GB and the RAM is 1 GB.
Let's look at an example. For example, many users purchase this or that smartphone and focus exclusively on its manufacturer. Why is this happening? The fact is that many companies have long established themselves in this field of activity. Very often, the only thing left to do after purchasing such a smartphone is to try to check its originality. This is exactly what we will talk about today.
Let's say you were given a Sony Xperia Z3 smartphone, but you don't know whether it's original or not? Today we will try to understand exactly this issue.
In fact, there is no exact method for checking this particular phone for originality. You can only indicate the basic parameters of the non-original Sony Xperia Z3. First of all, such a phone will not be made of high-quality materials and, of course, all this will be clearly visible.
But you must admit that this method is not suitable for everyone. After all, not every person can determine by eye the level of quality of the material from which the phone is made. Therefore, you can focus on the phone parameters.
There is another way to check the Sony Xperia Z3 phone for originality, which can be found on the Internet. This is a method of checking through the IMEI serial number of the device. But things are not so simple here. The IMEI code is not responsible for the originality of the device and can also be faked.
After reading these recommendations, you can come to the conclusion that the originality of the phone, namely the Sony Xperia Z3, is not so easy to verify, and sometimes impossible. This is true, but you can follow certain instructions that will help you purchase the exact original.
First of all, any phone, including the Sony Xperia Z3 smartphone, should be purchased only in trusted stores and offices. Under no circumstances should you buy such phones on the street or in other unprofitable places. Also, before purchasing, carefully read both the technical and physical parameters of the phone. This way you can check all the parameters when purchasing.
If you have already bought a Sony Xperia Z3, but still doubt its originality, then you can do the following. Download the Cpu-z utility from the app store. You need to launch this application and open the Mainboard item. Then you need to find the Chipset line. The value here should be Snapdragon 801. This is the chipset used in the original Sony Xperia Z3 smartphone. As you can see, any phone can be checked for its originality. True, for this you may need certain knowledge and skills.
In the section on the question How to distinguish an original Sony Xperia S phone from a fake? given by the author FGDFDFDF the best answer is Counterfeit mobile phones are never completely identical to the original. Companies that make a variety of counterfeits are unable to create a product that is completely indistinguishable from the original. Such quality control of the necessary assembly operations, as in the production of the original, is impossible. The imitators are not familiar with all the assembly nuances and cannot find them out only by examining the purchased phone model. In addition, in order to make a complete simulation of development, large investments are required, which will not easily pay off. For these reasons, it is possible to distinguish original mobile phones from counterfeits (for example, the teXet TM-503RS phone is generally very difficult to distinguish from its counterfeit brother)!
Appearance is the main difference between an original mobile phone and a fake
One of the first indicators is the appearance of the mobile phone. Examine it carefully. Detailed information about each phone is available on its manufacturer's website. If you compare smartphones, fake and real, there will still be some differences. Also, pay attention to the font and quality of the phone model number and brand name. Look at the neatness of individual design elements, how the body is painted, what the build quality is, etc.
An important role in distinguishing an original mobile phone from a fake is played by its weight. You need to know that a model that, according to the description, supports various communication standards, for example, GSM/CDMA and GSM/UMTS(3G), will weigh noticeably more than a fake analogue that works with one single standard.
Menu translation is another important fact of distinguishing an original mobile phone from a fake
Another indisputable fact of counterfeiting is the low-quality translation of the menu, which is full of spelling errors, which is present in almost all counterfeits. In addition, the functionality of such devices is also inferior to the originals. For example, fake Chinese Android smartphones do not have a GPS module and do not support 3G networks (i.e., online voting at home cannot be done with them). The menu display also differs, although the icons are identical to the original ones.
There is another option to distinguish original mobile phones from fakes. Real phones always have stickers confirming the verification of phones (CCS and PCT). On counterfeit models they are either absent or poorly designed and are easily distinguished from the originals. However, you need to know that “gray” devices, that is, those that were smuggled into the country, will not have such certificates. In addition, they are also deprived of a warranty from the manufacturer, but at the same time they remain true originals.
Buy an original mobile phone in large stores
In order not to make a mistake with your purchase, you need to know that the place where you purchase the phone plays an important role. Large stores and official distributors usually sell only original mobile phones that have a manufacturer’s warranty and have passed state control. There are still very few such products on the regular market.
