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The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is part of Google's NEXUS lineup of flagship devices. It has an HD Super AMOLED display, curved display, and Android version 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

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How to replace a GPS chip?

Hi,

I would like to know how to replace the GPS chip on the Galaxy Nexus. I sent the phone to Samsung and they said it is BER (Beyond Economical Repair) due to corrosive / liquid damage. Everything else works in the phone.

Is it easy to replace the GPS chip in the phone?

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wisamalrawi, easy may not be the proper term for it. The GPS IC is soldered to the logic board via a BGA, which is a type of surface-mount packaging used for integrated circuits. BGA packages are used to permanently mount devices such as microprocessors. So unless you have a BGA rework station, the proper grid and the proper IC, as well as plenty of experience, there is no easy about it. Not a DIY'er job....

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