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iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3G: Ultimate DIY repair guide

By Allyson Kazmucha, Tuesday, Sep 25, 2012 a 2:12 pm

If you've got an iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS that you're just not ready to part with yet, we've got a tonsof DIY repair guides to help you keep it in the best condition possible. And when you're ready to upgrade, early generation iPhones are great to pass down to kids or other family members.

Whether you've got a cracked screen, blown earpiece, bad battery, or any other problem - we've most likely got the guide you'll need to keep your iPhone in working order. Most repairs don't cost very much and the iPhone 3G & 3GS are some of the most repairable models of iPhones ever released. If you're willing to put in the small amount of time it takes to keep it in good condition, our guides will help you do just that.

Not sure what's causing an issue? Just check below for some information on each repair and match up your symptoms with the appropriate repair.

How to DIY replace the vibrator assembly in an iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS

By Allyson Kazmucha, Thursday, Mar 29, 2012 a 2:09 pm

If your iPhone 3G or 3GS isn't vibrating even when it silent mode, the vibrator assembly motor may have burnt out. Lucky, it's a quick and easy DIY repair that most users can handle on their own. Here's how.

How to fix the proximity sensor cable on an iPhone 3GS or iPhone 3G

By Allyson Kazmucha, Wednesday, Mar 14, 2012 a 4:16 pm

If you're having issues with the proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, or earpiece speaker on your iPhone 3GS or iPhone 3G, the proximity sensor cable may just be the actual culprit. Luckily, a proximity sensor cable is inexpensive and relatively easy to replace.

How to DIY replace an iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS LCD screen

By Allyson Kazmucha, Tuesday, Mar 6, 2012 a 12:55 pm

The iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS are some of the easiest iOS devices to DIY repair. With the right tools and parts, swapping out your bad LCD for a brand new one is a pretty easy and much cheaper than purchasing a new iPhone.

How to replace the earpiece speaker on your iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS

By Allyson Kazmucha, Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012 a 2:45 pm

"If you can't hear anything when on a call, odds are your earpiece speaker is malfunctioning. Luckily, it's a relatively easy thing to fix."

Replacing the earpiece speaker in your iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS is one of the easier DIY repairs. If you aren't ready to shell out the cash for a new iPhone just yet, you should be able to easily and successfully replace the speaker on your existing iPhone all on your own.

Weekly Mod: how to replace the camera in an iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS

By Allyson Kazmucha, Tuesday, Feb 7, 2012 a 2:00 pm

If your camera in your iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS has stopped functioning you can DIY repair it in about 20 minutes and it'll cost you far less than putting out the money for a new iPhone. We can walk you through the repair from start to finish as well as recommend where to get quality parts and tools to get the job done right.

Apple temporarily removes 3G-enabled iPhone and iPad devices, with exception of iPhone 4S, from German online store [UPDATE]

By Andrew Wray, Friday, Feb 3, 2012 a 9:55 am

Apple has been forced to remove all 3G-enabled iOS devices from its online store in Germany, including the iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and iPad 2 WiFi + 3G, due to an injunction won by Motorola Mobility. Foss Patents reports:

GelaSkins launches hard cases for iPhone 4S, iPhone 3GS

By Simon Sage, Thursday, Jan 26, 2012 a 12:23 pm

GelaSkins has been quietly selling some funky iPhone skins for a few years now, but they've recently made the big jump to hard cases.

Get iOS 5 features on your original iPhone and iPhone 3G with Whited00r for jailbreak

By Andrew Wray, Wednesday, Jan 18, 2012 a 4:34 pm

A new hack called Whited00r allows iOS 5 to be installed on the original iPhone and iPhone 3G devices, as well as the early iPod touch models.

Weekly Mod: How to replace the dock assembly on an iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS

By Allyson Kazmucha, Tuesday, Jan 10, 2012 a 5:59 pm

If your iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS is having trouble charging, picking up a signal, or has a dead mic or speaker - replacing the dock assembly should remedy any of these problems. A DIY dock assembly repair is an easy enough fix if you've got the right tools and about thirty minutes to spare.