01 Sep 2020
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TV Repair Section of class

Business, Device Specific, Part Info, Tools
Be sure to go to the menu and go to Important items and SharePoint sign up, this will get you the TV repair video from Chris. YES! Cell Phone Techs do this! Especially mobile techs. It is very common to go to someone’s home and they ask for a TV hanging or visa-versa! So, we break down some tips and ways to start. Install = Hanging:   Advertising for In-Home TV Installation via:   Google Ad words Facebook and all other social media outlets Add it to your website and flyers Make sure your website is on map websites Thumbtack…
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01 Sep 2020
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Software section of class

Business, Device Specific, Part Info, Soldering
Software section of class Testing codes Yes, these are a thing in android devices. Apple has GSX Global Service Exchange program (Google it if you want to know more) but it is only for apple partners like genius bar and large corporations. Android codes, for example: To find the hidden menu, open the dial pad and enter *#0*# — with no spaces, just like you would any phone number. Visit the CellBoticstech.com site for a list of these but also googling ‘Test code for XXX device” will reveal codes for many devices. Then wait a moment, and this screen should pop up:…
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08 Aug 2020
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WGP Part Info

Business, Part Info, Vendors or New Contact
Hey Grads, So Wireless Gadget Parts on the West coast gave us this information about parts and other part related topics. This is VERY Informative, we hope you enjoy it!! Check out their website at https://www.wholesalegadgetparts.com/ and if you are looking to connect and make an account be sure to do it through Jordan DuVall at Jordan@wgp.com we are trying to negotiate some discounts for CellBotics grads so if we show them how big our family is the better we can negotiate! So sign up with Jordan and mention you are a Cellbotics grad!! iPhone Qualities Explained Extended Capacity Cellbotics Q&A…
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03 Jun 2020
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Battery Testing and Testers

Business, Device Specific, Part Info, Tools
Hey, techs...Below will soon be a video but here is some info on testing batteries and my equation. http://www.learningaboutelectronics.com/Articles/Battery-life-calculator.php#answer http://www.learningaboutelectronics.com/Articles/Battery-specifications-characteristics.php http://www.learningaboutelectronics.com/Articles/How-to-recharge-batteries-with-a-DC-power-supply https://sciencing.com/read-milliamps-digital-meter-8582325.html https://www.zdnet.com/article/does-your-iphone-need-a-new-battery-heres-how-to-find-out/   Preference for iPhone batteries 80% of initial mAH (mAH on battery label * 80% = what the lowest number you’d want to see) Less than 500 cycle count of charges. Keep in mind wholesalers and anyone with these machines to test the batteries can reset the batteries. Battery Temp: Low of -10 and high of 45.0   The Injured gadgets tester is good for this and also Lei has a good one that tells you the…
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03 Jan 2020
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JC Home Button Fix from Waqas MS

Business, Part Info
From Waqas about the replacement buttons not working and an easy fix. JC Home buttons had a slight defect. However, we have found the solutions and we have made a video for you! Not only we explain how to fix it, but also we explain how we think JC Home Buttons are better than anything else out there! https://youtu.be/c3sSjLNc9Lo
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25 Nov 2019
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Computer Part Vendors

Part Info
  http://www.notebookparts.com/genuine-hp-pavilion-17-g-series-lcd-back-cover-u-eax18001050-809273-001/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsdvTnfv45AIVgp-fCh2ihwC3EAQYBSABEgJBVvD_BwE   https://www.ebay.com/i/401741931909?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&itemid=401741931909&targetid=541454074052&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9010609&poi=&campaignid=6470552634&mkgroupid=81274458647&rlsatarget=pla-541454074052&abcId=1139336&merchantid=127684670&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsdvTnfv45AIVgp-fCh2ihwC3EAQYBiABEgLXv_D_BwE   https://www.logicsupply.com/   https://www.dell.com/en-us/work/shop/parts-upgrades/ac/7566?~ck=bt   https://www.amazon.com/s?k=laptop+parts+%26+components&i=electronics&crid=TWBMP1UTBCKM&sprefix=Laptop+Parts+%2Celectronics%2C144&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_13   https://www.cdw.com/search/?key=Laptop%20Parts&searchscope=all&sr=1   https://discountelectronics.com/scrap-laptops-2-for-55/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsdvTnfv45AIVgp-fCh2ihwC3EAQYASABEgIWBvD_BwE   https://www.dhgate.com/wholesale/laptop+parts.html   https://www.revampwholesale.com/apple-repair-parts/macbook-parts.html   https://www.injuredgadgets.com/apple/macbook/   https://www.macpartsonline.com   https://beetstech.com/store/apple-parts
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15 Sep 2019
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iPad Cleaning

Jobs, Look First, Part Info
Ideas for cleaning ipads during repair, we have listed a few unique videos. We suggest IPA and heat and be sure to protect the battery. Also, look for medical-grade adhesive remover pads that work well for cleaning old adhesive residue. For cleaning the LCD, use Lens Pen and be sure to use gloves when working on iPads. Medical Adhesive Remover: https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/c-adhesives-and-removers.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKKdQ0Y_FPY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63pVKeJ2CyM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Y5KqWjNLYk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWoWiMOXetA
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15 Sep 2019
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How to use an Amp Meter

Part Info, Tools
We ran into this amazing video! Enjoy! keep in mind as we cover in class, 0.00 A after plugging into the device, check a new charge port and check the battery first, the process of elimination for us none micro solderers : ) he talks about main power short but remember it could be bad charge port or battery as well, so try those 2 parts first to be sure.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyWbjWfa20g Operating voltage of device and battery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=La-CuBqWB4c
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02 Sep 2019
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Battery Testing Info

Device Specific, Documents, Part Info
Battery Info, Going to try and post topics to help you all in my 'free time' hahaha enjoy! “Design capacity” is the total energy storage that the battery was designed to have. Newly manufactured batteries should have a capacity very near to its “design capacity.” Over time its capacity will start to drop. Depending on the temperature, number of recharges, rate of charges, rate of discharges, number and severity of overdischarges, and average charge state throughout the battery’s life, its capacity will start to fall below the battery’s design capacity. Once it reaches 80%, it’s typically considered to be at…
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