10 common repair mistakes you can avoid (that we didn’t, oops)

Plus, learn how to speed up your old Android phone. No Images? Click here How to avoid the most common repair mistakes Still-connected battery, wrong screwdriver, cables trapped beneath boards—here's the shortlist of things to look out for in any electronic repair. Get the tips   4 ways to speed up your old Android Phone We took an old, slow, low-memory phone and made it sing (if a little off-tune) using these tactics, tested by Android veterans. I've got the need for speed   Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Wallpapers Look straight through to the high-powered heart of your Galaxy Note 8 whenever you want—no disassembly required. Just download our newest teardown wallpapers.  Yes, I want X-ray Vision     Can you build a Galaxy S9+ yourself? Scotty from Strange Parts used our tools to build his own Samsung Galaxy S9+ with parts he found in Shenzhen, China. How did he do? Watch and see!   We found the Droid parts you've been looking for Need to level up your battery? Replace a cracked screen? We've got everything you need to fix your Android phone—all in one kit.  Find your kit   iFixit 1330 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA  Thanks for subscribing to the iFixit Newsletter.   Like    Tweet    Forward  Preferences  |  Unsubscribe