OnePlus X: replace the battery - is that possible?
If you want to replace the battery of the OnePlus X, you can do it like almost any smartphone. We show you which hurdles you have to take to exchange.
Replacing the OnePlus X battery: Possible, but difficult
- The OnePlus X has a battery with a size of 2525 mAh. Unfortunately, the battery is firmly connected to the smartphone.
- The OnePlus X battery can therefore not be easily replaced. In general, an exchange is possible, but not easy for the layperson. Also consider losing the warranty.
- With two left hands you should not necessarily dare to replace the battery. The display and case are glued together, but with a little skill, patience and the following instructions, it should work.
OnePlus X: replace the battery
You don't need a special tool to replace the battery, just a very small Phillips screwdriver. You will also need special adhesive tape for later attachment. Everything is included in the following tool set. You can get a battery for around 30 euros on Ebay.
- Switch off the OnePlus X completely and remove the slot for the SIM card.
- You can now warm up the back a little with a hairdryer. This makes the glue soft and easier to loosen.
- With a carpet knife you can now drive between the back and the rest of the device and slowly loosen the adhesive.
- Start at the bottom right and carefully slide the knife along the sides. Insert the knife only minimally, the adhesive is only on the very edge of the edge.
- Carefully remove the back and remove the 7 screws from the metal plate. This protects the inside of the OnePlus X.
- Unplug the battery connector above the battery using a plastic tool. An EC card or an identity card are ideal for this.
- The battery can now be easily removed and replaced. Screw the metal plate back on and glue the device back on.
- To do this, take a few strips from the adhesive tape and distribute them in the middle and along the edges. Make sure that the camera is not taped over.
- Finally, press the back firmly against the rest of the device for a few seconds. An edge should not be visible afterwards.
The new OnePlus X can do that
In the next practical tip, we will show you how to reset the OnePlus X to factory settings.