Hi guys, I replaced the digitizer on my Magic with a digitizer from Repairs Universe. They assured me (and still do) that the G2 digitizer is compatible with my Magic, yet after installation there is no touch response, nothing works. I tried plugging the cracked digitizer back in and it still works, so the problem isn't with my phone.
Is this digitizer actually compatible? Should I ask for a refund and find a Magic specific one? Do I need to do something else to make it compatible?
Thanks for any answers..
I thought G2 = Magic...
Maybe something is wrong with it
G2 is the HTC Hero apparently.
They are still assuring me that the unit is working (as they test them prior to shipment) and that it is 100% compatible (even though it looks like a different part).
Waiting on an e-mail back as to how to proceed
I just came across this thread and I had similar issue with my Rogers Magic. I broke my LCD and digitizer last year and replaced with some third party parts from ebay myself. After that, I noticed that certain ROMs the touchscreen would not work (Cyanogen's, Hero's..etc). The only ROM that touchscreen would work is the ION ROM from Amon_Ra http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=538645. You may want to try his ROM to see if you experience the same problem. I suspect that the replacement digitizer had a different chipset? Please do let me know how you resolved your issue.
felixjai said:
I just came across this thread and I had similar issue with my Rogers Magic. I broke my LCD and digitizer last year and replaced with some third party parts from ebay myself. After that, I noticed that certain ROMs the touchscreen would not work (Cyanogen's, Hero's..etc). The only ROM that touchscreen would work is the ION ROM from Amon_Ra hxxp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=538645. You may want to try his ROM to see if you experience the same problem. I suspect that the replacement digitizer had a different chipset? Please do let me know how you resolved your issue.
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Aha! This is important to know. I also have a custom screen/digitizer and have the same exact problem.
I confirm that Amon RA ROM works.
hi, i have a cracked lcd/digitizer
if i replace it i will have the same problem?
also, how to stick the digitizer to the lcd? There is a sticky side?
i have a g1 where my operator replaced the mobo in warranty. Now, the accelerometer works only on android 1.1 (my operator is so crappy that they did not provide any updates). Maybe they were so cheap to replace it with a different but $0.10 cheaper one.
If i go to cyanogen/froyo/eclair/donut/cupcake it won't work - i have to replace system/bin/akmd from android 1.1
Maybe it is the same?
Which program manages the digitizer? Take it from ION and flash on froyo
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So I bought a digitizer replacement kit on ebay for my N1. (I dropped it and my screen shattered.) I saw the iFixit teardown on the N1 and figured it'd be easy enough to do myself. The kit comes with tools to open it, but no adhesive to mount the new digitizer.(like the iPhone kits)
Basically I was just wondering what I should use to stick the new digitizer back in. Any advice from someone who's already done it would be great too.
Edit: Got the digitizer installed fine, phone booted, I giggled like a schoolgirl aaaand.. Couldn't unlock my phone. It wont respond to touch. Took it apart again to make sure it was connected properly... So now my only assumption is the digitizer I bought was defective.
Any help would be appreciated..
try asking the ebay seller
Thanks, I'll try that. Any other ideas?
maybe ask an electronics repair shop near you
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Well I got it installed but it wont respond to touch.. Defective part?
I guess you've made sure it's plugged in right? Would definitely double check that
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TFJ4 said:
I guess you've made sure it's plugged in right? Would definitely double check that
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Yep I did. I contacted the seller on eBay and waiting for a reply. Unless you guys can think of something else I did wrong in the installation I'm sticking with it being defective.
have other people replaced the digitizer successfully on the N1? or perhaps it is some software difference that the new digitizer needs to be "read" by the software, but the OS is looking for the "old" digitizer still...i'm talking out my arse BTW..
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have other people replaced the digitizer successfully on the N1? or perhaps it is some software difference that the new digitizer needs to be "read" by the software, but the OS is looking for the "old" digitizer still...i'm talking out my arse BTW..
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I've seen a few people posting here saying they've done it, and I know one guy took pictures of the process. I understand what you're saying and it sounds logical enough, but I can't imagine the parts would be any different to cause that sort of problem.. Assuming the part I bought is legit.
Either way the seller should let me return it if the second one they ship out doesn't work.
i replaced my screen and digitizer yesterday using ebay tutorials i found. pm me and ill share but i bet you used the same ones. its a very delicate process. sometimes you have to be tough with it but at the same time not break the little guy. the only problem i could think of would be your connection. the only thing i fudged on minr was not cleaning the lcd before placing it back in. now i have two large fingerprints in my top right under my screen when i dim it.
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So I bought a digitizer replacement kit on ebay for my N1. (I dropped it and my screen shattered.) I saw the iFixit teardown on the N1 and figured it'd be easy enough to do myself. The kit comes with tools to open it, but no adhesive to mount the new digitizer.(like the iPhone kits)
Basically I was just wondering what I should use to stick the new digitizer back in. Any advice from someone who's already done it would be great too.
Edit: Got the digitizer installed fine, phone booted, I giggled like a schoolgirl aaaand.. Couldn't unlock my phone. It wont respond to touch. Took it apart again to make sure it was connected properly... So now my only assumption is the digitizer I bought was defective.
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I cast... THREAD NECROMANCY!!!
I believe I have the correct adhesive (3M double-sided sticky tape of some small sort), but I'm wondering if anyone has a better idea on how to get the old sticky gunk off of the LCD aside from using rubbing alcohol? Thoughts? Kthxbai.
EDIT: Also, did you ever get your phone working again?
Now i am also in that circle of digitizer problem. I bought as second hand and without warranty. So i have to pay 150$ for repairing.
But real question is is the problem persist even after that replacement. Is is knocking your door again.Id yes them i have to think for selling it out as soon as it become alive again. But is not it a foolish act. After wasting my that much of money. Should i keep the phone. Is it safe. Please need very honest opinion
As long as they repair it properly and don't damage anything else in the process, it should be okay for a long time. I've had my HD2 for a year, and nothing has gone wrong with it (besides a busted USB port, my fault) despite plenty of abuse, being dropped many times, flashing many ROMs, etc.
When they replace the digitizer, you might wanna make sure they replace the screen too, and make sure they replace it with the Sharp panel, not the AOU one, as the AOU ones create wakeup lag problems, especially in Android.
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As long as they repair it properly and don't damage anything else in the process, it should be okay for a long time. I've had my HD2 for a year, and nothing has gone wrong with it (besides a busted USB port, my fault) despite plenty of abuse, being dropped many times, flashing many ROMs, etc.
When they replace the digitizer, you might wanna make sure they replace the screen too, and make sure they replace it with the Sharp panel, not the AOU one, as the AOU ones create wakeup lag problems, especially in Android.
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i am considering to sell it and buying a brand new leo with warranty
saurabh88 said:
i am considering to sell it and buying a brand new leo with warranty
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anyone want to make contributono
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anyone want to make contribution
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still waiting for feedbac
Mine just had the same problem after 1 year. Called them and it's still under warranty. Sent in today and hope I won't get any "well, you had software on it that doesn't belong there" crap, though all that was on there was the CHT editor or whatever that was called, never tried anything else.
I only had problems after replacing my cracked digitizer with a defective Chinese clone digitizer >.>
@ Krauti25: CHT Editor is just an ugraded interface, kind of like SPB shell or something like that. If you didn't flash a custom rom, you should be fine.
Hi all,
I bought a damaged HTC HD2. One of the damages is that the LCD screen connector socket module on the mainboard is totally damaged (see picture).
Does anybody know if it is possible to replcae this module and how to do this?
I found a lot of links to vendors which are selling the modules but I was not able to find a manual or anything else where is described how to do the replacement.
Thanks in advance for your help!
regards
It looks like the module is implemented into the mainboard.
I think the only way to repair this is to buy a new mainboard.
Thanks for your fast response.
I also thought that I have to replace the complete mainboard. But then I saw that a lot of different vendors are offering these modules. In my opinion it makes no sense to sell a part which never can be used. But it is also possible that they are selling the part to people like me which don't know that it is impossible to replace this module
Did you ever fix this module? I just trashed mine.
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Thanks for your fast response.
I also thought that I have to replace the complete mainboard. But then I saw that a lot of different vendors are offering these modules. In my opinion it makes no sense to sell a part which never can be used. But it is also possible that they are selling the part to people like me which don't know that it is impossible to replace this module
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Not quite true: this connector can be replaced with no problem by real skilled service guy.
It is replaceable, but if you are not familiar with soldering/desoldering techniques i do not recommend you to try by yourself. In case you are or you want to try i can show you and explain how to do it.
My HD2 touchscreen started to be erratic. One day working and the next day dead. So I thought..."nothing to loose"...and ordered a replacement touchscreen and digitiser. Three things I learnt I should tell others:
1. The task of disassembling the device without harm to it and your ego is not for the faint-hearted. I bricked my phone by prising open an incorrect layer which opened the display unit!
2. I find out also, at that point, that the replacement part I had bought had a bigger ribbon connector than the phone, despite the vendor specifying the models covered.
3. Overall, it is something I would recommend, as I have had to replace my HD2 with a Titan X310e!
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My HD2 touchscreen started to be erratic. One day working and the next day dead. So I thought..."nothing to loose"...and ordered a replacement touchscreen and digitiser. Three things I learnt I should tell others:
1. The task of disassembling the device without harm to it and your ego is not for the faint-hearted. I bricked my phone by prising open an incorrect layer which opened the display unit!
2. I find out also, at that point, that the replacement part I had bought had a bigger ribbon connector than the phone, despite the vendor specifying the models covered.
3. Overall, it is something I would recommend, as I have had to replace my HD2 with a Titan X310e!
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If wanted to sell it for parts, just let me know!
Regards!
Sell for parts
OK, good plan! I've got unwanted accessories too! Shall we PM?
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OK, good plan! I've got unwanted accessories too! Shall we PM?
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Sure, no problem!
I have a AT&T Samsung S4 (i337) in which the screen has stopped working after being dropped. I have taken it apart and have tried ordering a replacement online. But I have gone through two screens I have ordered online and both as well have not worked right, in this case the touch digitizer. I am wondering if anyone here knows a good place to get replacement screens that are likely to work?
Maybe it's not the screens that aren't working. Maybe you're connecting them wrong or damaged a part when replacing the screens. I think you should let a professional do it. Or at least somebody who has done it before
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Maybe it's not the screens that aren't working. Maybe you're connecting them wrong or damaged a part when replacing the screens. I think you should let a professional do it. Or at least somebody who has done it before
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I doubt that, I have fixed multiple phones, and other electronics devices, before and I know it is connected right.