Samsung Galaxy S3 Disassembly & Assembly - Drop Test Repair

Its worth paying the little extra for a new screen that comes with the frame(housing/bezel) as you will not need to separate the broken screen from the frame and will have a nice new bezel.
Same procedure for i9300 T999 i747 i535 L710 
If you've seen the drop test then you might find this puts your mind at ease for replacing the screen..
Metal Frame Swap http://youtu.be/_70-W9JjVjg
DIY repairs will void any warranty but may save you £$ :-)

The sim tray for the i9300 will fit the i9305 and possibly other models.

FAQ: Can I just replace the glass screen as its only $20?
If you follow the link below you'll see it can be done with the right equipment
http://youtu.be/aZuiCsAtThw

High resolution scans to identify the parts:
Mainboard & Parts 3Mb http://tinyurl.com/mainboardparts
Antenna Connections 1Mb http://tinyurl.com/sgs3antenna
Screen Back 3Mb http://tinyurl.com/screenback
Replacement Screen http://tinyurl.com/replacment-screen

Dial *#0*# to enter diagnostics
W1 is for GSM/3G
W2 is for Wi-Fi.
The white antenna cable is for Wi-Fi only.

Shot up close with a Panasonic HDC-SD700

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[Benjamin Ma]

Do you need to replace the power button when it becomes stiff or do you need to replace the entire main board?

[LE55ONS]

I would try removing and cleaning the button first, if its still a problem you can have the switch replaced at your local repair shop

[Lin L]

I opened it and cleaned it with some instruments because it was damaged, the little black square on the bottom of the phone had a white eroded spot, I was able to remove it. Also a lot of dirt and other stuff. My phone will go completely on, the screen is not physically broken and reacts to finger movement...but the screen won't go on. It's just a black screen. Do you know where to put my extra focus on replacing/cleaning? Seeing my screen itself is fine. When it broke down it had stripes first.

[LE55ONS]

Try and get hold of another S3 and plug their screen into your phone, then you'll know if a new screen will fix your problem. You can watch the 'galaxy s3 screen replacement' video to see how this can be done

[SkateVidz01]

I dropped my galaxy earlier and it seems its cracked inside the screen. my screen no longer works for example I try to slide it to unlock the phone but it doesn't work. also the screen is half black when its lit up. any suggestions?

[LE55ONS]

Try and get hold of another S3 and plug their screen into your phone, then you'll know if a new screen will fix your problem. You can watch the 'galaxy s3 screen replacement' video to see how this can be done

[Marco Pietrobono]

The BEST S3 Guide!!!! :D

[LE55ONS]

Its worth taking it apart and having a look, but you'll probably find a new screen fixes the problem as its probably broken internally

[Andy Law]

Used this while replacing my screen, many thanks!!

[wearedade]

Amazing. Simple to follow, well explained, and informative at the same time. Bravo Sir. My S3 now has a new working screen.

[Hayden Jones]

It is possible to separate the glass from the LCD screen by using a heat gun and something as thin as a deck of playing cards. (you'll ruin the glass and cards in the process) there are videos here on youtube on how to replace just the glass screen and it only costs 15-20 USD. whilst replacing the glass screen just remember to change out the button.

[Joseph Everett]

AMAZING. You are the BEST phone guy on youtube... Excellent work! I litereally JUST followed this guide and replaced an LCD Assembly on an S3.