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Mine apparently is doing it also I didnt notice it until I looked in the dark. Mines mild right now, but its def coming up...
http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/13/htc-evo-suffering-from-glass-separation-issues/
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Mine apparently is doing it also I didnt notice it until I looked in the dark. Mines mild right now, but its def coming up...
http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/13/htc-evo-suffering-from-glass-separation-issues/
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not a big surprise. probably exactly the same crappy screen adhesion problems that were leading to all the dust under the nexus screens... :/
mine is starting to do it as well, I can feel it slightly raised above the bezel
What problems will manifest due to this problem?
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What problems will manifest due to this problem?
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Dust under the screen. And you can see light leaking out of the bottom of the phone
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Wow this is totally sh*tty
I just placed my order for the Evo and should be receiving it sometime this week.
I am wondering if maybe keeping the phone in a tight-fitting silicone case might help to reduce any possible "DISPLACEMENT" of the screen
glad to see this is getting media attention. i'm sick of htc and their crappy quality control. i went through this whole thing with my hero already...
and yes, my screen is coming apart too. it definitely wasn't like that when i got it last week.
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Wow this is totally sh*tty
I just placed my order for the Evo and should be receiving it sometime this week.
I am wondering if maybe keeping the phone in a tight-fitting silicone case might help to reduce any possible "uprising" of the screen
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Yeah can't have the screen gathering up and revolting
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Yeah can't have the screen gathering up and revolting
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If HTC continues to mass produce phones that fall apart because of faulty manufacturing...then the customers just might revolt
Dang it!!! mine starting to raise up as well I love this phone and Sprint service but I'm afraid the problem will worsen up as the time passes. I'm not the type to switch devices after every new released and perfer to hang to something until I feel it's not doing what I ask it to (still have HTC Uni, 8525, Treo 750 and Axim x51v).
This and the 30 fps capped is my only main concern about this phone, especially this screen separation (more light leakage or dust problem). The rest of the problem doesn't really bother me much such as the laggy touch input, improperly grounded screen and other problem doesn't apply to my device.
Is it worth the hassel of exchanging it hoping to get one without the screen separation or do they all have this problem? I'm hoping the newer hardware version (version 3) doesn't have this sort of problem, mine is hardware version 2. What you guys think?
I have been noticing more and more light leaking. I thought at first I was maybe just getting paranoid (still possible) but I saw a line about 1.5 cm long along the lower left side last night... That was definitely not there before.
What should I do? Would getting the TEP plan be prudent at this point, to cover this issue if/when it gets worse? Or would be the kind of thing HTC would be more... lenient about replacements?
Think the hairdryer method will work like it did on the Nexus? My nexus had this issue and the hairdryer method fixed it up permanently.
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Think the hairdryer method will work like it did on the Nexus? My nexus had this issue and the hairdryer method fixed it up permanently.
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Doesn't hurt to try. If it worked on the NX-1, it might work again
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Wow this is totally sh*tty
I just placed my order for the Evo and should be receiving it sometime this week.
I am wondering if maybe keeping the phone in a tight-fitting silicone case might help to reduce any possible "DISPLACEMENT" of the screen
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I know this is off topic but...
How are you getting yours that fast? Where did you order from
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Think the hairdryer method will work like it did on the Nexus? My nexus had this issue and the hairdryer method fixed it up permanently.
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Yeah I actually just tried this and it worked pretty well only a little of leakage left, I figure I'll seal it up some more when I have the time and Im pretty sure I did not hold it down long enough to let it cool effectively. but the parts that are still down work like a charm. way better than having to go back, lose all your apps, headaches of customer service, etc.
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So this is the reason I see light under the buttons when their off and the screen is off, and its dark in the room? because my screen seems to be holding up well, and I have it in my pocket all day, no case or screen protectors. then again, I haven't been messing with it, trying to apply things or mods to it.
Hair dryer, bubble gum, tape and what else?! These are high-end devices (Evo Nexus One, etc) and they should NOT need a MacGyver handbook to keep them together after days of ownership. HTC needs to do right by us from the design stage period!
Dear Babies,
This is a site about hacking phones. Stop *****ing and use your brains for a change. Get some black silicon caulk from Lowes. Rub a small small amount in the crack where the buttons meet the case where the light leaks. Congratulations, your phone can now be left in the desert for 10 years and nothing will get through that seam including light... I swear, you guys can spend all day rooting phones but cant use some damn common sense to fix the hardware itself. I had tons of light leakage when i got the phone. Zero now, and you cant tell i did anything to it.
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HTC needs to do right by us from the design stage period!
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This is very true, but there seems to be a gray area when it comes to (S*** HAPPENS and a bug that can be fixed)... And it seems to get grayer everyday.....
hair dryer seems to have worked fine on my evo
Noticed today that screen is scratched even though i have never dropped my phone and was very careful.....will tmo make the switch if i ***** about gps and lag ?
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Noticed today that screen is scratched even though i have never dropped my phone and was very careful.....will tmo make the switch if i ***** about gps and lag ?
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No.
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Noticed today that screen is scratched even though i have never dropped my phone and was very careful.....will tmo make the switch if i ***** about gps and lag ?
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do you have anything else worng with it? rattling volume buttons? i returned mine for that... i would say maybe if you try and brick it and say that you loaded something from your cpu to the phone and it turned off and never came back on might work
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do you have anything else worng with it? rattling volume buttons? i returned mine for that... i would say maybe if you try and brick it and say that you loaded something from your cpu to the phone and it turned off and never came back on might work
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volume buttons do rattle...and usb slide is a bit broken
if you just complain about GPS they will tell you an exchange won't solve the issue so you will have to wait until update. If there is anything else wrong, yes they will replace it, they won;t care about scratches since it is from normal use (u said u didn't drop it)
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do you have anything else worng with it? rattling volume buttons? i returned mine for that... i would say maybe if you try and brick it and say that you loaded something from your cpu to the phone and it turned off and never came back on might work
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kolyan said:
Noticed today that screen is scratched even though i have never dropped my phone and was very careful.....will tmo make the switch if i ***** about gps and lag ?
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No, you should be careful with your phone
it's not T-Mo's fault you scratched the damn thing, and returning it for no reason at all just drives prices up for people that are honest.
hydrogenman said:
No, you should be careful with your phone
it's not T-Mo's fault you scratched the damn thing, and returning it for no reason at all just drives prices up for people that are honest.
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Can you read? The person posting this thread already stated they are very careful with the phone and never droped it.
It is possible the phone was already scratched when he/she purchased it.
SamsungGalaxySVibrant said:
Can you read? The person posting this thread already stated they are very careful with the phone and never droped it.
It is possible the phone was already scratched when he/she purchased it.
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Getting an exchange because you have a scratch on your screen? What? If he actually told them that's why he wanted an exchange he wouldn't be getting one so that's why hes asking a story to tell them. They won't exchange it because the screen is scratched, or because the GPS doesn't work.
Can you post a pic of the scratched screen, I dont use screen protectors and its been Impossible to scratch mine, So I would like to see a pic.
This is why you don't place your phone facedown or put it in a pocket with keys or change.. and most of all.. don't ever let a drunken grizzly bear with tourettes use your Vibrant.
A friend of mine got his screen scratched when his wife used his phone and her diamond earring put a small but noticeable gash on it
I don't use a screen protector either. No scratches this puppies tough.
I also have my right pocket dedicated to my phone and only my phone. Everything else goes in the left. Soon it'll be second nature and you will never put your phone in your pocket with stuff.
If TW as a scratch its from neglect. I baby mine and unless I drop it or put it in a full pocket, I'm golden...
And I never let anyone use mu 500 dollar phone.. no way no how..
Rizz good to know.. I'll keep that in mind when handing this baby over to others..
My phone has been flashed more than Girls Gone Wild...
Why don't people get screen protectors? Sure the screens are scratch resistant not scratch proof. I use a realook screen protector and you cant even tell its on there. Also I carry my phone in my left pocket and my keys in my right pocket. Carrying my phone and keys in the same pocket make my pocket bulge way to much plus your more likely to scratch up your phone.
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Getting an exchange because you have a scratch on your screen? What? If he actually told them that's why he wanted an exchange he wouldn't be getting one so that's why hes asking a story to tell them. They won't exchange it because the screen is scratched, or because the GPS doesn't work.
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If you are withing your remorse period, you don't need permission from t-mobile to return your phone for the GPS issue. They may not exchange it for another one, because thats just silly, they all have the problem. Yet, you certainly can return it.
As I said, I have few another issues as well, but i didnt consider returning before....
I also thought that it was impossible to scratch, yet somehow i see a half inch scratch on the screen. i have body glove case as well.....
That really sucks bro, I noticed a tiny few cm long scratch on the side of my phone.. It's not that bad but it made my heart crack a little.
Using an ugly Zagg screen protector on it atm. I'm wanting to take this crap off and just be really careful with it though.
Since a lot of you don't understand or have no clue what the loose hinge issue is, I made a video!
I love my phone and don't start the "hitorii is bashing the phone" thread. This is just for informational purposes so we can find if this is in fact a defect and maybe help some people.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vd6DKd_gMO8
Thanks for the video. I've been wondering if mine had the problem. While mine does open up when held upside down by the keyboard it doesn't ever close unless I close it. That would concern me.
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Yea, **** that, that'd be crazy annoying.
Let's hope it's just an assembly line issue, and not the way it's supposed to be.
wow that looks defective, i get mine today, lets see if it has the problem
honestly, I think its just a non-issue and the way it was designed.
How often do you hold the phone, upsidedown, and only grabbing the keyboard side of the phone, if your in bed it doesn't take much to hold the screen and keyboard.
Mine opens up, but not as much as yours.
Like I said before in other threads. We know how a traditional slider should feel. This is a new technology so to speak and the first slider of its kind, so no one really knows exactly how it should feel.
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honestly, I think its just a non-issue and the way it was designed.
How often do you hold the phone, upsidedown, and only grabbing the keyboard side of the phone, if your in bed it doesn't take much to hold the screen and keyboard.
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How about if you want to type something up?
If that's how it was designed, that design team needs to be fired.
“No, you’re holding it wrong”
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“No, you’re holding it wrong”
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TOu-****ing-CHE my good friend. Lmfao
well mine is lose I guess but no way as much as yours so I think it was by design. Up side down mine opens but slightly.
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How about if you want to type something up?
If that's how it was designed, that design team needs to be fired.
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if you want to type something get your lazy ass up and type.
I would call t-mobile and have them send you another phone for replacement and send yours back. I don't have that hinge problem at all. It is worth the ten minute phone call.
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legendary1022 said:
I would call t-mobile and have them send you another phone for replacement and send yours back. I don't have that hinge problem at all. It is worth the ten minute phone call.
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Will have to send it back for the memory fix anyway. Two birds, one stone I guess.
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I would call t-mobile and have them send you another phone for replacement and send yours back. I don't have that hinge problem at all. It is worth the ten minute phone call.
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Yours doesnt open at all when you hold it upside down like he does? (Holding ONLY in the bottom piece of the phone.
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if you want to type something get your lazy ass up and type.
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Spoken like a true idiot.
Ok, mine isn't that bad. It'll open up slightly when held upside down and will close up when held at about a 45 degree angle upside down.
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How about if you want to type something up?
If that's how it was designed, that design team needs to be fired.
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I believe you are correct here. If its designed like that, then if its loose in a pocket or bag, it could open up a bit and get all types of junk stuck in between. Not a good design idea, if intentional.
as someone else said, it's part of the design - believe the mechanical z lock is referred in engineering terms as an over-center cam lock
and because of the limitations of the phone's body, it's at it's limit on the lock's travel on the closing side
mine doesn't do it, but it's at the cusp of doing it - ie very little resistance to self opening when held like that, and i suspect with time, as it loosens up, it will do exactly like that
i wouldn't worry about it - if you dwell on it, it's going to ruin the phone for you - i'd ignore it - ie "push away from the trees and see the forest", so to speak
my 02
I really don't think its a flaw at all. Who the hell is hang upside down like a freaking bat to send a text to their mommy? You pretty much need to hold the back side of the phone by your finger tips, than hold it upside down to make this happen. Sorry guys, but you can exchange your phone 50 times and they're all going to do the same thing. Good luck!
Ok, Just got my epic in the mail. It's charging as I type. I ordered a Realook screen protector immediately and I'll probably keep the one that ships with it on there until that one comes in.
So my question is...What should I do first? I want to customize it as much as possible to keep the battery life as long as possible. Should I root it? What roms do you guys recommend? I'm waiting on a case with a kickstand to come out...so i'll baby it for the first month I guess.
Definitely Root it!!! So many benfits with rooting (Free Wifi Tether,No ADS, Custom roms, Kernals, Get rid of crapware like sprint stuff and more.
Im running andromeda rom with andomeda kernal. I couldnt be happier.
This might be a silly question but if I root it before I activate it will that affect the activation process?
The reason I ask is because I don't have a screen protector yet so I was just going to continue using my other phone until it came in. I know its ridiculous, but I just want to make sure I don't give myself any opportunity to scratch the screen on this expensive phone.
So I'll just play with it until I can actually start making phone calls. Hilarious...adults with their toys.
Just realize the epic uses Gorilla glass.. Unless you continually drop stuff and try hard to scratch the screen your not going to be able to.
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Just realize the epic uses Gorilla glass..
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Do you happen to have a respectable source on that one? I have heard that it does, it doesn't, it might and really would just like to know for certain.
Thanks
search for gorilla glass on youtube.
1st?? Why not make sure the phone works as advertised? My suggestion is to check how the well your GPS and other features actually work. Once you get a good feel for the phone, then the rooting should start...
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1st?? Why not make sure the phone works as advertised? My suggestion is to check how the well your GPS and other features actually work. Once you get a good feel for the phone, then the rooting should start...
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I am so accustomed to rooting, modding, or putting a rom on every smart phone I have ever had that it only seems natural to start that way from the get go. Besides, I'm fairly confidant that stock performance is going to pale in comparison to what I'll see once I've customized it a bit.
But, you are right I'll give it a go stock for a little bit (a day ?) to get a feel for the device before I start slicing and dicing it.
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Do you happen to have a respectable source on that one? I have heard that it does, it doesn't, it might and really would just like to know for certain.
Thanks
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http://www.corning.com/gorillaglass/devices.aspx
It states plainly that the Galaxy S has gorilla glass, so I think we can safely say that the Epic has it since the Galaxy S is AKA the Epic.
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Just realize the epic uses Gorilla glass.. Unless you continually drop stuff and try hard to scratch the screen your not going to be able to.
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So, I understand that Gorilla glass is supposed to make this thing nearly indestructible, but I've read around these very forums that people are still getting scratches on the screen. Might as well protect my expensive overpriced phone....Sometimes I think who the heck cares since I have insurance and why bother with a case either?
http://cgi.ebay.com/SAMSUNG-EPIC-PH...772937?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2c57c02bc9
Getting this cheapo ebay case for the time being until they release a functional case with a kickstand that I like. I read a review on this site here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=797833 that gave me some hope in buying the triangular shape case. *Crosses Thumbs* Hoping it will hold me over.
I scratched my screen within a week of getting the phone. I customarily leave my keys in the same pocket as my phone. I did this for 2 years w/ an iphone and didn't have a single scratch so i figured the epic would fare similarly. 1 week and there were little micro scratches all over the epics screen. I had other problems with that phone so sprint exchanged it for another one and i promptly got a screen protector. Hopefully i'm the exception and not the rule.
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I scratched my screen within a week of getting the phone. I customarily leave my keys in the same pocket as my phone. I did this for 2 years w/ an iphone and didn't have a single scratch so i figured the epic would fare similarly. 1 week and there were little micro scratches all over the epics screen. I had other problems with that phone so sprint exchanged it for another one and i promptly got a screen protector. Hopefully i'm the exception and not the rule.
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I do the exact same thing...I constantly put my phone in my pocket with my car keys. I notice every little scratch...they gnaw at my subconscious even when i'm not using the phone lol. I thought the Iphone and epic both had gorilla glass...odd that you would scratch one and not the other under similar circumstances.
If times get desperate, you could always trade it for crack...
Just kidding!
I haven't been a smartass in the forums for a while, so I couldn't resist!
Use it dude! Don't put it on your mantle and worship it while burning incense and chanting, USE IT. Lol
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If times get desperate, you could always trade it for crack...
Just kidding!
I haven't been a smartass in the forums for a while, so I couldn't resist!
Use it dude! Don't put it on your mantle and worship it while burning incense and chanting, USE IT. Lol
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haha....I wasn't going to burn incense...just chant and worship. I'm trying to get a mini keyless remote for it, so I can leave it out with no fear
houkah said:
I scratched my screen within a week of getting the phone. I customarily leave my keys in the same pocket as my phone. I did this for 2 years w/ an iphone and didn't have a single scratch so i figured the epic would fare similarly. 1 week and there were little micro scratches all over the epics screen. I had other problems with that phone so sprint exchanged it for another one and i promptly got a screen protector. Hopefully i'm the exception and not the rule.
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You sir fail I know for a fact that this would scratch the iFails screen. Who in their right mind would keep their keys in the same pocket as their phone?
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You sir fail I know for a fact that this would scratch the iFails screen. Who in their right mind would keep their keys in the same pocket as their phone?
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Sorry man, it's the truth. I'm not flaming the phone or anything, and i'm pretty sure my experience is a rare one. But yes. I'm a fool who keeps his keys in the same pocket as his phone. Miraculously there were no scratches on the iphone3g after about 1.75 years. In case you think i'm somehow trolling the epic you need to realize i disliked everything else about the iphone and even paid the early termination fee to switch to the epic. BTW beside that one negative experience w/ the scratch and wobbly screen (the same unit) i love this phone.
So back on topic. I recommend a screen protector of some sort.
make a phone call? Congrats on your new phone! you'll be satisfied!
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make a phone call? Congrats on your new phone! you'll be satisfied!
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You know I've waited this long for this phone...I think I can hold out another few days before my screen protector comes in.
I'm probably going to root it today...I'll ask again does anyone know if rooting will hinder activating this phone?
Otherwise, I'm just using it as a PMP for now .
Rooting won't hinder activation, however using an aosp rom might. So if u just root and use noobs rom or just leave it stock rom u will be fine.
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Rooting won't hinder activation, however using an aosp rom might. So if u just root and use noobs rom or just leave it stock rom u will be fine.
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Thanks! I might just wait then to activate it first before rooting because the main reason I wanted to root is to install a custom kernal/rom.
Battery life sucks on stock so far by the way...I'm getting about 7 hours a day with light usuage before I have to recharge. Admittedly, I have not done much to tweak it, but its a shame that a stock offering from sprint can't hold a whole days charge. I mean what if I wasn't as inclined to rooting/tweaking...I would have to live with the phone like this? Definitely, unacceptable. If I don't see at least a days charge with some light usage on a custom rom/kernal I might consider waiting for another droid phone with a better battery life. I have read some positive results from people with custom roms achieving the battery life I'm looking for so I'm hopeful.
My friend gave me his Bell Galaxy S3 it is a SGH-I747M to repair if I can.
He said he was making a video while driving a car at about 80kmh and dropped the phone out the window and this is the result. The back panel barely even has a scratch. The bezel has few bruises but the screen is totally destroyed. It's possible that a car ran it over I'm not sure.
The screen does not turn on at all. I can charge the phone, I can hear it turn on and it makes sounds and vibrates during the opening video, it still receives text messages and phone calls as you can hear the notifications go off. And the touch key buttons (back and menu) still light up. The leds at the top still light up too.
I'd think so. Try getting a replacement screen (maybe give it a month and wait for a bad esn phone) and replace it.
My concern would be if the ..oh what the hell is it called, the capacitive touch pick-up part? is damaged. Screen itself shouldnt be too expensive or hard to replace, but that part could prove to be quite the tit.
iFixit has a teardown of the SGS3 that seems to indicate that it might be harder - or at least, more expensive - than you think: http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Teardown/9391/1
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My friend gave me his Bell Galaxy S3 it is a SGH-I747M to repair if I can.
He said he was making a video while driving a car at about 80kmh and dropped the phone out the window and this is the result. The back panel barely even has a scratch. The bezel has few bruises but the screen is totally destroyed. It's possible that a car ran it over I'm not sure.
The screen does not turn on at all. I can charge the phone, I can hear it turn on and it makes sounds and vibrates during the opening video, it still receives text messages and phone calls as you can hear the notifications go off. And the touch key buttons (back and menu) still light up. The leds at the top still light up too.
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Yeah, it's not easy, but it is doable. This site http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Teardown/9391/1#.T-AmIxeXSjP will show you a Teardown of the Samsung Galaxy S III. Also here's a youtube video http://www.google.com/url?q=http://...twIwAA&usg=AFQjCNG6aQgFNGyrNHDUzCcLecgR7qRHvA on How to Replace Screen to walk you through it.
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The phone is still alive. Only the screen is pretty much useless now. Either sen it to Samsung and have them repair at an expensive fee or do it yourself which is $200~. My vibrant had the same symptoms too. I wouldn't imagine a phone that survived after dropping out of a car running at 80 kmh
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if the phone is still under warranty, i would just send it in for repair rather than doing it yourself, which will almost certainly void the warranty. chances you get a working phone are 100% if you do that
in my experience it is better to send back to manufacturer for repair or a 3rd party than trying to do it yourself, especially if you don't have a lot of experience with cell phone hardware.
Just get insurance for it. Then after 30days call them tell them the screen is broken and they either fix it or replace ur phone. That is the best thing to do.
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if the phone is still under warranty, i would just send it in for repair rather than doing it yourself, which will almost certainly void the warranty. chances you get a working phone are 100% if you do that
in my experience it is better to send back to manufacturer for repair or a 3rd party than trying to do it yourself, especially if you don't have a lot of experience with cell phone hardware.
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Sammy warranty does not cover this.
i would still recommend sending it back to samsung for repair.
i would also tell your friend to refrain from activities which could send his s3 charging towards the ground at 80+KPH in the future
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My concern would be if the ..oh what the hell is it called, the capacitive touch pick-up part? is damaged. Screen itself shouldnt be too expensive or hard to replace, but that part could prove to be quite the tit.
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steeven01 said:
My friend gave me his Bell Galaxy S3 it is a SGH-I747M to repair if I can.
He said he was making a video while driving a car at about 80kmh and dropped the phone out the window and this is the result. The back panel barely even has a scratch. The bezel has few bruises but the screen is totally destroyed. It's possible that a car ran it over I'm not sure.
The screen does not turn on at all. I can charge the phone, I can hear it turn on and it makes sounds and vibrates during the opening video, it still receives text messages and phone calls as you can hear the notifications go off. And the touch key buttons (back and menu) still light up. The leds at the top still light up too.
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how to replace it (300$AU) + do it yourself: http://youtu.be/_70-W9JjVjg
zeesubalpha said:
i would still recommend sending it back to samsung for repair.
i would also tell your friend to refrain from activities which could send his s3 charging towards the ground at 80+KPH in the future
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Why do noobs like you need to advise other people **** that they either have never experienced before or just total crap they know nothing about?!! Sammy does not cover broken screens!
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Why do noobs like you need to advise other people **** that they either have never experienced before or just total crap they know nothing about?!! Sammy does not cover broken screens!
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calling me a noob because i'm not an expert on samsung's warranty? sorry i'm never smashed a device within the first month of owning it
here's my point: don't do it yourself unless you're very confident you won't mess it up. and considering you posted on this forum to begin with, you probably need to send it in
zeesubalpha said:
calling me a noob because i'm not an expert on samsung's warranty? sorry i'm never smashed a device within the first month of owning it
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Then learn to keep your mouth shut since you do not know what you are talking about.
dasistsparta said:
Then learn to keep your mouth shut since you do not know what you are talking about.
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You forgot to take your meds this morning ?
dasistsparta said:
Then learn to keep your mouth shut since you do not know what you are talking about.
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right away oh mighty dasistsparta, who has been on the forum for an entire month longer than i have. i will refrain from posting anything else on the forum that is not 100% verified, irrefutable fact
So this gorilla glass 2 stuff really doesn't work I guess....
dasistsparta said:
Why do noobs like you need to advise other people **** that they either have never experienced before or just total crap they know nothing about?!! Sammy does not cover broken screens!
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Why do noobs like you feel the need to act as the almighty forum police? And considering you've been a member for less than a month, I'd wager that you're likely calling the kettle black. We have mods, we don't need you to start a flame war with someone that's only trying to help.
Edit: enjoy the free accidental thanks.
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moonfire711 said:
So this gorilla glass 2 stuff really doesn't work I guess....
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Is scratch resistant but not unbreakable, I have drop my old evo lte and nothing happened and I seem some people hitting the one x too, but don't it in the streets while driving is too much,
The screen are too expensive for this phone just like the gnex
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