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Anyone have problems with the screen?

i got the g1 last week and latly the screen has become wobbaly and sweaky only when closed, anyone else have this problem is this normal? should i even bother looking into this?

w1ck3d1 said:
i got the g1 last week and latly the screen has become wobbaly and sweaky only when closed, anyone else have this problem is this normal? should i even bother looking into this?
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yeah i have had mine almost a week now i noticed it after i removed that plastic screen thing that was on the back of the screen.

it seems kinda cheap feeling when i push down on the screen and i hear it sweak and move every time. should i take it back?

Mine started sqeaking and creaking today. NOOOOO!
I only had it for 2 days. I kept the plastic on the back of the screen and it still does this by the way. Its too awesome of a phone for this litte stuff to bother me though. I came from a Touch Dual that had a solid keyboard for a little over a year before it became wobbly and squeky before it final died. So I imagine its better sooner than latter cause you just adapt the longer you use it.
My 2 Cents,
Jcostanza4

I had the same problem the first day I got mine. I'm still trying to figure out a way to keep it from squeaking/creaking. Honestly it's just annoying right now. My TYTN II was a brick compared to this phone as far as size and weight. If I figure anything out I'll post it up.
The only idea I've had so far is to take one of my old Palm screen shields and use it on the back of the screen. However since I ordered a Zagg full body protector I think I actually might get that piece with the set. Like I said I'll post up when I got more info.

try adding a little strip of adhesive felt to the upper part of the chin (where it meets the screen when closed). Works for me. Actually, if you want to test this out or cant find the felt, take three post it notes(together for the right thickness), cut them down, black out with a magic marker, and you'll get the same effect. Barely noticable.

yes mines loose too you feel it when you only hold the bottom and tap the screen u here the screen and the body click.

w1ck3d1 said:
it seems kinda cheap feeling when i push down on the screen and i hear it sweak and move every time. should i take it back?
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Maybe you're pressing too hard? Mine creaks if I really press down hard.
On my wing, I had to press down hard, it's built for a stylus.
But this device is built for your fingers, and should respond with a very light touch. Try using it with barely touching it, if it doesn't respond try pressing a tiny bit harder, you should not have to push down hard enough to make the screen creak -- unless the screen is badly attached, in which case I would take it back to the store.

this is what happens when HTC wants a thin, light phone with a hardware qwerty
it doesnt bother me much though

Tap the bezel where your power button is

I had a heck of a time with my Vibrant and a creaky bezel and am pretty happy with the solid construction of the NS so far.
Do me a favor and tap around your bezel with your finger and tell me if you get a different pitched sound from the area around the power button than from the rest of the bezel. I am just curious if that is normal or if I have a bezel that will eventually get loose over time.
Thanks!

My bezzle near the power button is fine, however, I can hear a click and creaking from the bottom of the phone, next to the USB port, opposite side of the headphone jack. Whenever I press down lightly (like if I were to pick up the phone holding the top and bottom) I can create the sound.
Bummer.

As long as your **** isnt falling apart no real big need to worry

slowz3r said:
As long as your **** isnt falling apart no real big need to worry
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Yeah, this is tremendously nit-picky.

zachthemaster said:
Yeah, this is tremendously nit-picky.
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Nitpicky? I just spent $529 + tax, I would like to be sure I don't have a hardware problem. I had a slight issue like this with my Vibrant that turned into a larger problem later. I am simply trying to nip it in the bud.
Thanks for the constructive feedback!

onthecouchagain said:
My bezzle near the power button is fine, however, I can hear a click and creaking from the bottom of the phone, next to the USB port, opposite side of the headphone jack. Whenever I press down lightly (like if I were to pick up the phone holding the top and bottom) I can create the sound.
Bummer.
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same issue on mine. It turns out that it's just the battery cover, not the actual bottom bezel. When I remove the cover, no creakiness anymore. only option really is to buy a new battery cover when they appear online and see if it still creaks.

SugarMouth said:
Nitpicky? I just spent $529 + tax, I would like to be sure I don't have a hardware problem. I had a slight issue like this with my Vibrant that turned into a larger problem later. I am simply trying to nip it in the bud.
Thanks for the constructive feedback!
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Sorry man! I spent the same amount of money too and I don't have this problem! If it doesn't meet your standards then by all means take it back!

I found the issue. The black bezel does in fact move independently of the inside plastic body/structure. It actually moved when pressed on but so little you would not think so. I took the battery cover off and looked and it presses in until it contacts the interior area giving it a place to push against.
I pick up my friends iPhone 4 and realize there is a company who makes quality products!

Yeah, I've got the creak on the bottom of mine as well. It's honestly not something that I'm all that worried about. That's the location that I most usually have a finger there, supporting the device, so I figure that with use it's going to start seeing some kind of wear.
Now, if the screen were to have had some issues, then that would be something different.

I get the creak at the bottom where the USB port is but I also get a creak when I touch the upper right hand corner near the front facing camera. It kind of feels like I'm pushing the corner in.
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loose in the lower right corner?

Does anyone's transformer feel lose in the lower right corner (where the clock it)?
when i squeeze the corner, it sort of "pops" like the tab is broken or not flush.
i tried to call asus but the phone number doesnt work???
1-888-678-3688
I am in the US. I got the number from http://service.asus.com/callus.html

What is the return policy of the retailer you bought it from? If you are not satisfied, I'd suggest exploring that.
Bye.

finally got the number to work, OMG, LONG HOLD for 7am EST

Let me know how it goes. I have the same problem.

mines is like that in the top left where thew volume button etc is but i can live with it

Mine creaks and flexes in the upper right corner area, but I only notice it when I hold it with one hand in that area (not often). Sucks that it's not flawless, but I figured there'd be a few things off at this price point, and luckily this is the only thing so far for me.

Yes, please let us know how it goes because mine is loose on the bottom right corner too. I've concidered just crazy gluing it because I figure its not really a defect since it doesn't directly affect the device.

I get the feeling that the edges of the plastic backing are "floating" and the mounts are farther in because around the edges I can feel the backing flex but the bezel is rigid. Im thinking the plastic backing is just a cover and doesnt provide anything structurally.

Just got mine today and the whole right side is movable to a rather high degree. Gonna see if I can get a replacement since it is a little more than what I am comfortable with.

tcjaym said:
mines is like that in the top left where thew volume button etc is but i can live with it
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I have the exact same problem. Its not worth the hasstle of getting it repaired.

I had the same issue on the left top where the volume and power buttons are. I fixed it by applying pressure with my fingers. there has to be a plasic tab or something cheap that holds it in.I know people got it open by running a guitar pick around the bezel.just try and push the edge thats loose till the tab catches it. be careful!

I also noticed that the plastic "bracket" around the rim of the device is loose on the lower right corner very shortly after I got it. Its a little disapointing, but honestly I forgot about it untill just now when I saw the title for this post, so as long as it doesn't get worse I don't really mind.

I wish mine was just that. I can actually look inside mine while holding with a decent grip if I don't have my MicroSD in. Oh well, Amazon said they will replace it when they are back in stock.

CrunchyDoodle said:
What is the return policy of the retailer you bought it from? If you are not satisfied, I'd suggest exploring that.
Bye.
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not in stock any longer with target. i got a smoking deal on mine so i wont return it (only looking for an exchange)

jadescorpion said:
I also noticed that the plastic "bracket" around the rim of the device is loose on the lower right corner very shortly after I got it. Its a little disapointing, but honestly I forgot about it untill just now when I saw the title for this post, so as long as it doesn't get worse I don't really mind.
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sounds like we had the same assembler. heh.
i just keep clicking it because its on my mind.
i called and got hung up on. ill try again tomorrow.

dfin13 said:
Mine creaks and flexes in the upper right corner area, but I only notice it when I hold it with one hand in that area (not often). Sucks that it's not flawless, but I figured there'd be a few things off at this price point, and luckily this is the only thing so far for me.
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Yep same for me as well
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

I and my brother have the same problem, on the left side of tablet, half way down from the top. Mine is not too bad, my brother's is pretty noticeable. He feels it isn't worth returning it, but it's definitely there. As much as I love this thing, I gotta say, quality control on this is horrendous. I expect much more from Asus.

Those with the S Line TPU case, how does the power button feel?

For me the power button is especially hard to press with this case... It feels different from the volume buttons and to really get a clicking feel, I need to use my fingertips to press it otherwise there's pretty much no response... Is the covering too thick to get appropriate feedback? Anyone else with the S Line case care to comment?
Thanks.

Koraboros said:
For me the power button is especially hard to press with this case... It feels different from the volume buttons and to really get a clicking feel, I need to use my fingertips to press it otherwise there's pretty much no response... Is the covering too thick to get appropriate feedback? Anyone else with the S Line case care to comment?
Thanks.
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Yeah, power button is a pain to press with the case on. I've taken to using the volume buttons to wake the device and a sleep button in the notification drawer to sleep it. Saying that.. even the volume buttons feel unnecessarily difficult to press..

Koraboros said:
For me the power button is especially hard to press with this case... It feels different from the volume buttons and to really get a clicking feel, I need to use my fingertips to press it otherwise there's pretty much no response... Is the covering too thick to get appropriate feedback? Anyone else with the S Line case care to comment?
Thanks.
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I agree, that's why i got the Diztronic. Which definitely fixed that problem.
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Putzy said:
Yeah, power button is a pain to press with the case on. I've taken to using the volume buttons to wake the device and a sleep button in the notification drawer to sleep it. Saying that.. even the volume buttons feel unnecessarily difficult to press..
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Yeah I use volume wake and long press home button to sleep... heh.

It's definitely a bit firm, but I'm able to press it with my thumb, just as I would normally, without any trouble.

Thinking about picking up a few colored ones, haven't found a us seller with tpu cases though for a cheap price
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still cant understand why prefer the S-case on a $300+ phone...at the very least, get a diztronic...feels premium..or Poetic bumper...or the Official LG bumper...

ssskom said:
still cant understand why prefer the S-case on a $300+ phone...at the very least, get a diztronic...feels premium..or Poetic bumper...or the Official LG bumper...
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Personally, I've ordered one, but knew it wouldn't come before Christmas. Because of that, I bought a cheap s-line one quickly to have a bit of protection for the phone.

Putzy said:
Personally, I've ordered one, but knew it wouldn't come before Christmas. Because of that, I bought a cheap s-line one quickly to have a bit of protection for the phone.
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that was back then...in fact I did purchased a clear S-case when there were no other options available
I am talking about now...esp when we have the options for better cases out there...why still the S-case?
EDITED : nvm...I just saw your location's in London...might take a while for the case to ship to your location

From most angles it seems really stiff, but if you push it slightly from backwards to forwards, it feels really clicky and not at all hard to press down even for long periods of time.

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It's definitely a bit firm, but I'm able to press it with my thumb, just as I would normally, without any trouble.
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Agreed, this is only a temp case tho so no worries.

I loved my Cimo S-Line TPU case for my Captivate and Galaxy S 2. It took a couple weeks but eventually the rubber became nice and soft and pliable. I actually preferred the little bit of protection that it gave me from accidentally hitting the power button repeatedly in my pocket.

Koraboros said:
For me the power button is especially hard to press with this case... It feels different from the volume buttons and to really get a clicking feel, I need to use my fingertips to press it otherwise there's pretty much no response... Is the covering too thick to get appropriate feedback? Anyone else with the S Line case care to comment?
Thanks.
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+1 I couldn't agree more, the case looks nice but my main complains are that the clear version of the case sticks to the back of the phone and makes it look like there is moisture or bubbles. And you have to press the power button firmly.
I just ordered the Poetic Borderline Bumper yesterday, heard some good reviews, can't wait to get it.

You have to get used to it
Koraboros said:
For me the power button is especially hard to press with this case... It feels different from the volume buttons and to really get a clicking feel, I need to use my fingertips to press it otherwise there's pretty much no response... Is the covering too thick to get appropriate feedback? Anyone else with the S Line case care to comment?
Thanks.
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After two weeks of use, I got used to it... it was just a temporary for me until I got the OEM bumper... I felt your pain lol

Koraboros said:
For me the power button is especially hard to press with this case... It feels different from the volume buttons and to really get a clicking feel, I need to use my fingertips to press it otherwise there's pretty much no response... Is the covering too thick to get appropriate feedback? Anyone else with the S Line case care to comment?
Thanks.
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I got it a week before its fantastically working ya harder then that of the open but gives better protection i personally feel that its in the best interest to have that hard pressing also avoids unnecessary pressing.

I'd love to upgrade from the 'S' TPU case, but I'm finding it difficult to find any good Nexus 4 cases in the UK at the moment.

Evil_munki said:
I'd love to upgrade from the 'S' TPU case, but I'm finding it difficult to find any good Nexus 4 cases in the UK at the moment.
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Try ordering the Diztronic TPU Case or the Poetic Borderline Bumper off of eBay.

I always do a tiny mod with all my TPU cases just for this reason. I want my tactility when I press my buttons. I usually have a knife or a razor and make two vertical parallel slits near the left and right border of the power buttons.
It makes the buttons feel much better and has never failed me.

You can also cut a rectangle over the button out entirely - I always do, works like a charm

mine is soft and easy to press. I don't use it anymore because it was just a temp case for me but I didn't have any issues with the buttons. I ordered the one sold by txgadgets who's a US seller.

So after about 2 weeks I figured out my first gripe. Button placement

Why the middle? Nexus 5 was perfect in this regard. Buttons at the top.
I'm also using Spigen case so maybe that's contributing some to the awkwardness but i always push the buttons by accident, even lowering the volume while on calls.

Hand76 said:
Why the middle? Nexus 5 was perfect in this regard. Buttons at the top.
I'm also using Spigen case so maybe that's contributing some to the awkwardness but i always push the buttons by accident, even lowering the volume while on calls.
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why in the middle? because the phone is large, and placement in the middle gives you quick access to the buttons, instead of constantly sliding to the top of the phone first. my advice, get used to the button placement, as it is much more convenient. about the case, that you have to deal with on your own. as the phone doesnt come with a case, you buy it yourself.

If you're talking about this case http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OH4I2LY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 then it's the case. I was just talking to someone about this today. The buttons and button placement of the Nexus is actually perfect. The volume buttons are really just one long button, with a decent gap between the power button above it. Without a case on, it's impossible to confuse which button is which. That completely goes away when you use probably any case, but specifically the Spigen. The reason is the Spigen case is just flat with equal spacing between the buttons. So it's very difficult to know which button you're trying to push since there is no way to "feel" which one it is, as opposed to without having the case. So it's not the phone. The phone buttons are just about perfect in my opinion. Unfortunately, that Spigen case, or any case similar to that, completely ruins it. I still love the Spigen case though.

JerzyIroc said:
If you're talking about this case http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OH4I2LY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 then it's the case. I was just talking to someone about this today. The buttons and button placement of the Nexus is actually perfect. The volume buttons are really just one long button, with a decent gap between the power button above it. Without a case on, it's impossible to confuse which button is which. That completely goes away when you use probably any case, but specifically the Spigen. The reason is the Spigen case is just flat with equal spacing between the buttons. So it's very difficult to know which button you're trying to push since there is no way to "feel" which one it is, as opposed to without having the case. So it's not the phone. The phone buttons are just about perfect in my opinion. Unfortunately, that Spigen case, or any case similar to that, completely ruins it. I still love the Spigen case though.
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Yea I have that case and the button implementation stinks. Got a similar case by Ringke and it is far better in placement, actuation, and blind feel.

Skripka said:
Yea I have that case and the button implementation stinks. Got a similar case by Ringke and it is far better in placement, actuation, and blind feel.
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Do you have a link to that case? I love this Spigen case because of the clear back, good protection and it isnt bulky at all. But the button solution is awful.

JerzyIroc said:
Do you have a link to that case? I love this Spigen case because of the clear back, good protection and it isnt bulky at all. But the button solution is awful.
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Like this:
[Free Screen Protector] Nexus 6 Case - Ringke FUSION Nexus 6 Case [... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O153MUK/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_6mDLub18D1JK7
Feels better in hand than that Speigen and looks a bit better as well. And covers ports. And is prime.

I have the neo hybrid. My complaint still isn't really with the case though. Just that i pick or hold the phone in the middle where the buttons are like 80% of the time. The other 20% is on the bottom.
If the buttons were up top i wouldn't accidentally bump into them all the time.

agreed
Hand76 said:
I have the neo hybrid. My complaint still isn't really with the case though. Just that i pick or hold the phone in the middle where the buttons are like 80% of the time. The other 20% is on the bottom.
If the buttons were up top i wouldn't accidentally bump into them all the time.
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Same here plus the volume button sets very close to clamp on my dock in my car?. Also usually always lower volume when pulling out of pocket.

Ahhhhhh damn. I wish I would have seen that one before. Definitely gonna order this. Thanks for sharing!

My biggest problem with the button placement is when using the speaker phone while driving. I keep placing the phone upside down in my cup holder and about 10 second later the phone restarts. Turns out my cup holder is the perfect size to hold the power button down and hard restart the phone lol.

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Like this:
[Free Screen Protector] Nexus 6 Case - Ringke FUSION Nexus 6 Case [... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O153MUK/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_6mDLub18D1JK7
Feels better in hand than that Speigen and looks a bit better as well. And covers ports. And is prime.
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Ahhhhhh damn. I wish I would have seen that one before. Definitely gonna order this. Thanks for sharing!

Yeah I often pick my phone up the wrong way up as its almost symmetrical
Volume should be above the power or opposite side for the reasons other members have mentioned. I find myself hitting the volume alot

NexusHexus said:
Yeah I often pick my phone up the wrong way up as its almost symmetrical
Volume should be above the power or opposite side for the reasons other members have mentioned. I find myself hitting the volume alot
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Funny...when I had my Note 2 I hated the opposite side button layout. I have yet to fat finger press the wrong button on my nexus 6

Skripka said:
Funny...when I had my Note 2 I hated the opposite side button layout. I have yet to fat finger press the wrong button on my nexus 6
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I guess Its because I have it in my inside Suit pocket at work, and I'm used to constantly pulling my phone out and hitting the power button at the same time so I can quickly check notifications lol. I suppose once its in my hand properly i'm ok with the butons

EvanVanVan said:
My biggest problem with the button placement is when using the speaker phone while driving. I keep placing the phone upside down in my cup holder and about 10 second later the phone restarts. Turns out my cup holder is the perfect size to hold the power button down and hard restart the phone lol.
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Ugh, my phone doesn't fit in my cupholder ?. #firstworldproblems

It was my gripe at first. Now my gripe is why don't they put the buttons on all phones like this :sly:

I hate thelack of seperation between the buttons. Nexus 6 does a good job at texturing power button so i guess i should be blaming this crappy spigen case.

I have the slimarmor case and the buttons are flush with the case so I never realize I'm pressing the buttons until its too late. I would like to go naked but I keep dropping this phone all the time. I usuallydont drop my phones but this this g is aweful.
Still like the phone tho, just might get a different a case or insurance and a backup phone.
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The spigen case is definitely the issue, I think they make the worst clear case of any. I have a ringke fusion and a pure gear slim and both are MUCH better than the spigen. With both of those I have no issue accidentally hitting any of the buttons.

I have a gripe about button placement too. I have small hands, being a chick and all, but why so low? My car holder which I used for my N5 and SGS2 now presses the volume buttons if I fully lock it. And why put the volume and power button so close?! I know they made the buttons feel different, but still too close. And taking screen shows is a pain in the A!! im sure there's a work around for Home+volume down but still.
Either way, still love the phone.
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kingston73 said:
The spigen case is definitely the issue, I think they make the worst clear case of any. I have a ringke fusion and a pure gear slim and both are MUCH better than the spigen. With both of those I have no issue accidentally hitting any of the buttons.
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I have to disagree. I think it's one of the best clear back cases, except for the buttons. I don't use the buttons much anyway, but the clear case has yet to scratch at all after a month's use. If Ringke's clear back case wouldn't scratch so easily I'd get that for the buttons.