How to Change the Battery on a Samsung Galaxy

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Most Samsung Galaxy models have a removable battery, a rarity for many smartphones today. This wikiHow guide will help you swap out the battery on your Galaxy.

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Removing the Battery

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    Powering off the phone properly is essential in making sure that no data get corrupted in case you power it off while the CPU is writing data. To switch off the phone safely, press and hold the Power button on your device.
    • This is typically located at the right side of the device for easy reach.
    • The power menu should come up.
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    A loading screen should appear, which you must wait for so the phone shuts off properly.
    • You will know that it has powered off when the device vibrates briefly and the screen turns off.
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    For newer Galaxy phones with adhesive lining in the back case, you'll need a pick or prying tool and a heat source to remove the back. The removable backplate protects the battery, as well as the SIM card and the microSD card inserted into your device. It can easily be pried off, but you must locate the groove that will enable you to use your fingernail to remove it.
    • Typically located around the corners of your device, the groove will let you pull out the backplate with just a little force needed.
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    Once you remove the back plate, the battery, SIM, and microSD card will be exposed. Remove the battery by prying it out with your fingernail.
    • The battery has a lip where you will be able to pull it out with ease.
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Inserting the Replacement

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    Ensure that the battery you are using is rated for the device you are using it with and has been fully charged. It is highly recommended that you use original Samsung batteries on your Galaxy device.
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    Now that you have your battery, insert it into your device’s battery bay by inserting the side with the gold terminals first.
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    Do this by pressing down on the sides of the back plate against your phone. You should hear an audible clicking, which means the latches have been secured.
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    The phone should vibrate briefly, and boot into your home screen shortly.
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    Should the battery be attached to the phone?
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    Yes, the battery should be attached to the phone when it is being used. If the battery is attached to the phone with glue or it has warnings against removing the battery, take extra caution. Such batteries are often flexible, and bending them too much can start a fire. Some Samsung Galaxy devices have very strong glue, which can only be loosened with rubbing alcohol with little success. Other devices may have some tabs that you can carefully pull to loosen the battery. You may find good instructions for your specific device online, or go to a local phone repair shop.
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    Can I throw the battery in the trash?
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    Batteries must be recycled properly (not in your household recycling bin though). Throwing away a phone's battery in the trash can cause serious problems, possibly starting a fire, exploding, or making the waters around the battery toxic. Some "big box" electronics stores have battery recycling services. You can also search online for other ways to recycle an old battery.
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    Yes. Many manufacturers recommend charging a new battery to 100% before its first use. It is unlikely that a new battery will arrive fully charged.
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