Busted Screen

Kralik · 10-09-2010, 01:40 PM

So, it has finally happened to me. I dropped the jetBook accidentally while unpacking my briefcase from waist height to the carpet below. It was in its case--so I thought nothing of it--but now I see that the screen is busted. No crack that can be felt, but a huge black splotch over it.

It's been asked before, but might as well try again... ... anyone know where to get a replacement?

This is my nifty custom-dyed job too.

Lady Fitzgerald · 10-09-2010, 01:59 PM

Check Amazon and New Egg for new readers. The odds are, even if you could buy the screen alone, you would pay pretty much what a new reader would cost and, at least, with a new reader, you would get a new warranty.

Ken Maltby · 10-09-2010, 03:10 PM

It's not likely that any after market parts supplier will sell a replacement screen for
less than the discounted sale prices we have seen. Wasn't there one with the Libre for
~$70? At least the same screen is used in several devices, it looks like even in the $99
MSRP "Mini".

Luck;
Ken

soondai · 10-09-2010, 03:56 PM

the prices on Libres and jbls seem to have been spiking (generally 130+). Even at MWave. Maybe so they won't undercut the Mini?

If it gets under 75 again, I'm pouncing.

Kralik · 10-09-2010, 09:00 PM

Yeah, I considered just buying a new one, but thought it would be worth a shot to see if anyone has heard of a screen source for, say, $30. That MINI looks interesting, though Nate's review wasn't particularly glowing. Anyone know if the quoted weight includes the batteries?

GhostHawk · 10-10-2010, 07:17 AM

Kralik I believe even with the battery's it is the lightest of all the Jetbooks.

Not fond of converting my whole library to read them though.

Kralik · 10-10-2010, 08:12 PM

Presumably it will get multiple formats support once Ectaco gets working on better firmware. I know its the lightest, but just wondering if batteries were taken into consideration. jetBook LITE, for example, is heavier than the original when you include the batteries.

File · 10-12-2010, 08:43 PM

http://www.borders.com/online/store/..._libre-ereader

borders, 99$ aluratek libre.

GA Russell · 10-12-2010, 08:54 PM

Kralik, I suspect the best bet would be to purchase a used device. If the new devices are sold (on sale) for $70-90, perhaps a used one will go for something closer to your $30 target.

bill_mchale · 10-12-2010, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kralik

So, it has finally happened to me. I dropped the jetBook accidentally while unpacking my briefcase from waist height to the carpet below. It was in its case--so I thought nothing of it--but now I see that the screen is busted. No crack that can be felt, but a huge black splotch over it.

It's been asked before, but might as well try again... ... anyone know where to get a replacement?

This is my nifty custom-dyed job too.

Kralik,

Where are you located? I have a Jetbook whose case is falling apart; the screen is still good though. If you are close, maybe we can figure something out.

--
Bill

MR. Pockets · 10-13-2010, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GA Russell

Kralik, I suspect the best bet would be to purchase a used device. If the new devices are sold (on sale) for $70-90, perhaps a used one will go for something closer to your $30 target.

The most recent ones I've seen go for $60-80 still. (On ebay)

Kralik · 10-14-2010, 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bill_mchale

Kralik,

Where are you located? I have a Jetbook whose case is falling apart; the screen is still good though. If you are close, maybe we can figure something out.

--
Bill

Case is falling apart, really? How?

I'm in the Pacific Northwest (US).

sandanbob · 10-15-2010, 03:08 PM

I have the same issue as Kralik with my Aluratek. So, I think I will wait and watch as prices come down and features go up.

Kralik · 10-15-2010, 04:25 PM

Now that it is broken and ebook readers in general are going down, I'm starting to think of other brands... that new 5" Sony looks niiiice...

GA Russell · 10-15-2010, 05:21 PM

Kralik, a year ago at this time, you were helping me decide! Whatever you choose, I recommend you wait till Thanksgiving weekend for the deals.

10-09-2010, 01:40 PM	#1
Kralik Guru Posts: 609 Karma: 1013897 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: Rooted NST	Busted Screen So, it has finally happened to me. I dropped the jetBook accidentally while unpacking my briefcase from waist height to the carpet below. It was in its case--so I thought nothing of it--but now I see that the screen is busted. No crack that can be felt, but a huge black splotch over it. It's been asked before, but might as well try again... ... anyone know where to get a replacement? This is my nifty custom-dyed job too.

10-09-2010, 01:59 PM	#2
Lady Fitzgerald Wizard Posts: 2,013 Karma: 251649 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tempe, AZ, USA, Earth Device: JetBook Lite (away from home) + 1 spare, 32" TV (at home)	Check Amazon and New Egg for new readers. The odds are, even if you could buy the screen alone, you would pay pretty much what a new reader would cost and, at least, with a new reader, you would get a new warranty. Last edited by Lady Fitzgerald; 10-09-2010 at 03:19 PM. Reason: To clarify response

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Ken Maltby Wizard Posts: 4,465 Karma: 6900052 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: The Heart of Texas Device: Boox Note2, AuraHD, PDA,	It's not likely that any after market parts supplier will sell a replacement screen for less than the discounted sale prices we have seen. Wasn't there one with the Libre for ~$70? At least the same screen is used in several devices, it looks like even in the $99 MSRP "Mini". Luck; Ken

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soondai Guru Posts: 672 Karma: 1109784 Join Date: Aug 2010 Device: Paperwhite	the prices on Libres and jbls seem to have been spiking (generally 130+). Even at MWave. Maybe so they won't undercut the Mini? If it gets under 75 again, I'm pouncing.

10-09-2010, 09:00 PM	#5
Kralik Guru Posts: 609 Karma: 1013897 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: Rooted NST	Yeah, I considered just buying a new one, but thought it would be worth a shot to see if anyone has heard of a screen source for, say, $30. That MINI looks interesting, though Nate's review wasn't particularly glowing. Anyone know if the quoted weight includes the batteries?

10-10-2010, 07:17 AM	#6
GhostHawk Data Privateer! Posts: 586 Karma: 62887 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fargo ND Device: Ectaco Jetbook& Jetbook Lite	Kralik I believe even with the battery's it is the lightest of all the Jetbooks. Not fond of converting my whole library to read them though.

10-10-2010, 08:12 PM	#7
Kralik Guru Posts: 609 Karma: 1013897 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: Rooted NST	Presumably it will get multiple formats support once Ectaco gets working on better firmware. I know its the lightest, but just wondering if batteries were taken into consideration. jetBook LITE, for example, is heavier than the original when you include the batteries.

10-12-2010, 08:43 PM	#8
File Member Posts: 20 Karma: 13132 Join Date: Feb 2007	http://www.borders.com/online/store/..._libre-ereader borders, 99$ aluratek libre.

10-12-2010, 08:54 PM	#9
GA Russell Montreal wins Grey Cup! Posts: 7,583 Karma: 31484197 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Device: Paperwhite, Kindles 10 & 4 and jetBook Lite	Kralik, I suspect the best bet would be to purchase a used device. If the new devices are sold (on sale) for $70-90, perhaps a used one will go for something closer to your $30 target.

10-15-2010, 03:08 PM	#13
sandanbob Junior Member Posts: 1 Karma: 10 Join Date: Oct 2010 Device: none	I have the same issue as Kralik with my Aluratek. So, I think I will wait and watch as prices come down and features go up.

10-15-2010, 04:25 PM	#14
Kralik Guru Posts: 609 Karma: 1013897 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: Rooted NST	Now that it is broken and ebook readers in general are going down, I'm starting to think of other brands... that new 5" Sony looks niiiice...

10-15-2010, 05:21 PM	#15
GA Russell Montreal wins Grey Cup! Posts: 7,583 Karma: 31484197 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Device: Paperwhite, Kindles 10 & 4 and jetBook Lite	Kralik, a year ago at this time, you were helping me decide! Whatever you choose, I recommend you wait till Thanksgiving weekend for the deals.