Alcatel Idol 5

Technical Features of Alcatel Idol 5

The Alcatel Idol 5 is a performance-driven smartphone under the Idol series by Alcatel. Below are the important technical specifications of the Alcatel Idol 5:

• Display: 5.2 inches Full HD display with 1080 x 1920 pixels resolution.
• Processor: Mediatek MT6753 Octa-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
• Operating System: Android 7.0 (Nougat)
• Memory: 16GB internal storage, expandable up to 256GB with microSD, and 3GB RAM.
• Camera: 13 Megapixels rear camera with LED flash and 5 Megapixels front camera with flash.
• Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 2800 mAh battery

Replacing Alcatel Idol 5

Follow the instructions below to replace your Alcatel Idol 5. Make sure you have the necessary tools for replacing a smartphone, which include a SIM card ejector, a precision screwdriver set, plastic opening tools, a heat gun or hairdryer, and a screen or parts to replace.

Step 1: Turning off the phone

Before you start, ensure that your phone is completely off. Press the power button and select 'Power off'.

Step 2: Removing the SIM card Tray

Using the SIM card ejector, remove the SIM card tray. Ensure you store it in a safe place.

Step 3: Heating the back cover

Use the heat gun or hairdryer to heat around the edges of the back cover to loosen the adhesive.

Step 4: Removing the back cover

Insert a plastic opener tool between the back cover and the frame and slide it around the edges to release the back cover.

Step 5: Removing the battery connector

Remove the screw securing the battery connector with the precision screwdriver set and then disconnect the battery connector.

Step 6: Replacing the required part

Replace the malfunctioning part with the new one.

Step 7: Reassembling the phone

Reassemble the phone by reversing the process. Reconnect the battery connector, secure it with the screw, attach the back cover carefully ensuring it fits perfectly, and insert the SIM tray back in its slot.

Note: If you're not confident, it's recommended to take the phone to a professional.