I read all these comments. Getting more anxious as I read. However, I nuked the iOpener and laid on the battery for about 4 minutes and started prying with one of the blue triangle thingys. The battery basically popped out after about a minute of prying. IMHO I believe I had a helping hand since I am replacing a swollen battery and believe that the swelling is what helped loosen the glue. Since the swelling had also partially opened the case on the battery side with a gap of about 1/4". I am totally satisfied with the iFixit kit. My only complaint would be the delivery time to get the kit. I ordered on 01/02 and didn't receive it until 01/10. In total this saved buying a new phone. Thank you iFixit.