I have a UK version of Galaxy Nexus that Samsung USA would not touch. After reading above answers I think I will get screen/digitizer and perform the repair myself (from eBay seller skystartrade, $140: http://www.ebay.com/itm/150777147102?ssP...)
What is the socket/connector next to Melfas 8PK173 1126 Touch Screen Controller used for? It sits under the volume ribbon on the motherboard but I cannot determine what it is connected to.