Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Rear Facing Camera Replacement

Insert a SIM eject tool into the hole in the SIM card slot on top of the phone.

• Do not insert the tool into the microphone hole, as this can cause damage.
• Press to eject the SIM card tray.
• Remove the SIM card tray from the phone.

Any debris on the bottom of the microwave may adhere to the iOpener.

Place the iOpener in the center of the microwave.

• For carousel microwaves, ensure the plate spins freely to prevent overheating and burning of the iOpener.

Do not overheat the iOpener above 100°C (212°F) — risk of bursting.

Never touch a swollen iOpener.

• Heat the iOpener for thirty seconds in the microwave, adjusting time based on your microwave's wattage.
• The iOpener is ready when it's barely too hot to touch.
• As the iOpener cools throughout the repair, reheat it for thirty more seconds at a time in the microwave.
• A properly heated iOpener should stay warm for up to ten minutes.

Handle the iOpener with care as it will be extremely hot.

• Hold the iOpener by one of the flat ends to avoid touching the hot center.
• Use an oven mitt if you need extra protection when handling the iOpener.

Never burn yourself on a hot iOpener.

• Microwave alternative: Fill a pot or pan with enough boiling water to submerge an iOpener.
• Place the iOpener in the hot water for 2-3 minutes, ensuring it's fully submerged.
• Use tongs to carefully remove the heated iOpener from the water.
• Dry the iOpener thoroughly with a towel before use.
• Handle only by the end tabs, as it will be very hot.

Reheat for up to 2-3 minutes in boiling water if needed.

Opening your phone will compromise its waterproof seals; have replacement adhesive ready or exercise care against liquid exposure.

• Apply packing tape across shattered glass panels for stability during removal.
• Lay the iOpener over the rear panel for two minutes to loosen adhesive along the edge.
• You may need repeated iOpener applications to achieve suitable warmth; follow instructions carefully to avoid overheating.
• Shift the iOpener to heat remaining areas of the panel, repeating the process for another two minutes.
• Alternatively, use a hair dryer or hot plate, but be cautious not to overheat and damage the OLED display or internal battery.

Apply a suction cup near the bottom edge of the rear glass while it's still hot.

• Lift on the suction cup to create a small gap underneath the rear glass.
• Insert an opening pick into the gap created.

Adding isopropyl alcohol to the gap may aid in adhesive weakening during subsequent steps.

• Slide the pick along the bottom edge of the phone, using it to cut through the adhesive securing the rear glass.
• Consider leaving the pick in place; you'll need a second one for the next step to prevent re-adhesion of the glue.

Re-heating the rear glass as needed can help keep the glue from cooling and hardening prematurely.

For the remaining three sides, repeat the heating and cutting process.

• Under each edge, place a pick tool to keep the adhesive from sealing again.

Use a opening pick to cut through any remaining adhesive.

• Take out the rear glass.

Failure to properly clean adhesion areas may result in reduced bond strength.

• Remove excess adhesive from the phone's chassis with tweezers.
• Clean adhesion areas with high concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) and a lint-free cloth, swiping in one direction only.
• Peel the adhesive backing off of the new rear glass, and align one edge to the phone chassis before firmly pressing it into place.

Remove 13 Phillips #00 screws measuring 3.3 mm in length.

• Identify and extract all screws from the midframe.
• Set aside the removed screws for later reinstallation.

• Apply pressure to the back of the battery.
• Lift upwards on the sides of the midframe simultaneously.

Be gentle, as excessive force may cause damage.

Disconnect the battery ribbon cable from the motherboard using the flat end of a spudger.

Remove the home button ribbon cable from its socket on the motherboard.

Use the pointed end of a spudger to carefully disconnect the two antenna interconnect cables from the motherboard.

Use the flat end of the spudger to gently disconnect the display ribbon cable from the motherboard.

Disconnect the earpiece ribbon cable from the motherboard.

Handle the motherboard with care, as it is an ESD sensitive component.

Use an anti-static bracelet when handling this component, recommended by iFixit to avoid damage.

• Grip the motherboard on both edges towards the top of the device.
• Do not lift the motherboard out completely; disconnect the ribbon cable first from underneath.
• Lift the motherboard up and away from the display, avoiding excessive stress on the daughterboard ribbon cable.

Release the daughterboard ribbon cable from its socket on the motherboard.

Disconnect the rear-facing camera using the flat end of a spudger.

Careful not to damage the camera connector.

• Remove the disconnected rear-facing camera.