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Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement

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  1. Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the phone around so the screen is facing a flat surface.

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  2. Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • To remove the cover, use plastic removal tool on the seam of the case.

    • Once enough force is applied, you should hear a “click” sound which indicates that cover is loose.

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  3. Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • After the “click” noise, lift the cover with your finger.

    • Do not puncture the battery. This can result in a fire.

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  5. Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Proceed with removing the battery by lifting the battery with a small plastic pry tool.

    • Use a plastic tool for safety. If a plastic tool is not available use your fingers.

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  6. Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the battery from the device.

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  7. Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Once the old battery is removed, slide the new battery, with the positive/negative indicator facing up, in so that the contacts of the battery make contact with the contacts of the phone.

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  8. Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Lightly press the battery into the phone so that it is secure.

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  9. Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Battery Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • To put the cover back on, apply force until a "click" sound is heard.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Has ifixit thought about trying to make a replacement battery that would work with this? It would be good to be able to get the battery from here as well, even if it is potentially a niche market for these old phones.

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