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Nexus 5 Teardown

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  • Nexus 5 Repairability Score: 8 out of 10 (10 is easiest to repair).

  • Very modular design allows independent replacement of several wear-prone components—like the headphone jack and speakers.

  • Only very mild adhesive holds the battery in place, making it fairly easy to safely remove and replace.

  • Standardized screws (ten identical #00 Phillips) simplify repairs and reassembly.

  • The back cover is held in place with plastic clips. Sturdy and rather difficult to remove, but easier than glue.

  • The glass and LCD are fused to the display frame. Fixing broken glass will be either expensive or very difficult.

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