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Weekly Mod: How to replace an iPhone 4 battery

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Have an out of warranty AT&T or Verizon  iPhone 4  that's can't seem to hold a charge and wondering how to replace the battery DIY (do it yourself) style? Changing out batteries is a service we provide at  PXLFIX  on a regular basis, but it's actually a pretty simple repair and something most people with just a bit of technical know-how can perform. Disclaimer:  As with any repair, iMore nor PXLFIX can be held responsible for any damage you may do to your device. It's also worth considering that opening up your device to perform any repair or modification can and will void your Apple warranty. If you don't feel comfortable opening your device, don't. With this specific repair, please take care not to puncture or bend the battery in any way as it could be a potential fire hazard. Use extreme care and caution when performing a repair on  any  device. What You need for a DIY battery swap PXLFIX recommends using only quality and genuine parts f...

Weekly Mod: how to replace the back casing on an iPhone 4

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Replacing the back casing of an iPhone 4 is by far the easiest hardware modification for do-it-yourself types. Even the most casual user shouldn't have a problem performing this one. If having not only a glass front, but a glass back makes you nervous, or you just want to switch it up to white or stainless steel and really stand out, this guide will walk you through how to replace the backing on your iPhone 4. Hit the jump for a walkthrough, some pics, and a video guide! Anytime you make any hardware repairs, make sure to do them in a dry, clean place. You don't want any liquid or dirt getting inside your device. I typically perform repairs on a cool, clean surface and use a few white sheets of printer paper. The paper makes it easy to spot screws. As always, be careful. With this particular walkthrough, remember that if you ever need to take your phone back to Apple for repair or replacement, you'll need to replace the default back. What You'll Need A ne...