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so my girlfriend's brother pushed her and she ended up falling on her phone. she tried to turn it on and what do you know, all you see is a black screen with white lines. anyone know the problem? do i just have to replace the LCD? thanks in advance.
Hopefully you have insurance, if so tell your girlfriends brother to cough up 130.
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luis86dr said:
Hopefully you have insurance, if so tell your girlfriends brother to cough up 130.
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lol tmobile insurance is a joke. but i'm making him pay $200 to cancel one of my spare lines so i can give my GF one of the G2's that im selling. im hoping it doesn't come to that because i really don't want to do that. my guess is that i just need to replace the LCD. anyone care to chime in?
The impact could have damaged several internals. Without opening it up, you don't really know what you have to work with.
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The impact could have damaged several internals. Without opening it up, you don't really know what you have to work with.
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good point. i was planning on taking it apart tomorrow
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i had a similar problem with my phone ... my screen went white with random black lines on it ... i might have sat with the phone in my pocket earlier not too sure ... anyways so the screen wouldn't show anything but the phone worked otherwise, i can hear it receiving notifications, and i can even receive phone calls and answer them if I slide my finger across the screen ... the phone was rooted, and i wasn't able to do a hard reset on it ...
took the phone back to bell on the 3rd, and last monday i heard back from them saying that the LCD was cracked and needed replacement ... which is not covered under the waranty since it's a physical damage and it would cost $150 CND to replace it ... should be getting the phone back this monday...
After replacing my Desire Z via FutureShop warranty (for battery issues) I somehow ended up with the lines on my screen Christmas eve, however the LCD was not cracked. The lines would move around and change in brightness as I did things on the phone (opening apps, flipping keyboard out, etc). If the lines don't move then it's more likely a crack in the screen. My issue was more likely a faulty ribbon/connection. I carry my phone in an inner breast pocket on my winter jacket, so I definitely didn't crush it or anything, either.
So back to FutureShop I went, only a week after the first replacement, and they gave me another new one right away. Between 2 stores that I have visited my 2 replacements are supposedly the only 2 replacements that have been done since the phone launched.
My 3rd one seems to be doing well, no battery issues, so far no screen issues.
I guess my point is, if you can get a phone from a retailer that offers a decent warranty, do it. I bought my phone outright at $500, the warranty was $10 a month.. I fell for it, but I'm very very glad that I did. Although HTC may have covered me, I would have been without the phone for a lot of time, and once they found out that I'd unlocked it they probably would have left me in the cold.
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good point. i was planning on taking it apart tomorrow
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I had exactly the same, it is very very likely that "only" the LCD that is broken.
I got an replacement from from ebay (it's about 60 USD) and replaced it following IntuitiveNipples teardown guide at http://tjworld.net/blog/htc-desire-z-tear-down
Its' a little bit of fiddling but in the end not that complicated (tryin to remember which screws should go into which place was the hardest part)
Thanks for the input guys. Very much appreciate it. Looks like ill order the lcd when I get my next paycheck :O
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Have the girl lawyer up and press assault charges. Something like this really should be in Q&A, and the guy needs to get dumped.
blackknightavalon said:
Have the girl lawyer up and press assault charges. Something like this really should be in Q&A, and the guy needs to get dumped.
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Lol I'm the boyfriend. It was her brother that pushed her, not me.
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I have this problem too, and eventually (like 2 or so mins in with the screen on) the screen gets dark areas in the corners. We're guessing it is screen damage (which is strange becuse the phone hasn't been dropped or anything, was just in my pocket). My question is what should I do - should I send it to HTC for an exchange or will I get issues with that because the phone is rooted, in which case should I just get a new screen and replace it?
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Have the girl lawyer up and press assault charges. Something like this really should be in Q&A, and the guy needs to get dumped.
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Epic fail haha. That would be a bit harsh now over a phone, wouldn't it?
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Still... sounds like trailer trash to me. Or a 13 year old brat...
reflux said:
Lol I'm the boyfriend. It was her brother that pushed her, not me.
Ur still a bad boyfriend. You should get dumped! LOL jk.
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sooo, no assistance with my question?
If you are worried about sending it in, just unroot the phone and you will be fine.
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I'd love to... but how do I unroot without a screen?
this is what the screen looks like now
Has anyone been able to sucessfully swapped the bad screen phone for a good one with HTC?
I am asking because I have a bad screen one and I would like to do it.
Thank you in advance for the reply.
i seen a poll here the other day about this. some one posted up the percentages for getting a good screen back from HTC and T-mobile. both were pretty high. i got mine first MT4G march 11th with a good screen from radioshack.
shouldnt cost anything since your going through warranty so shouldnt hurt to atleast go ahead and try.
I swapped my wife's. Told them people couldn't hear me. They called me to see how clear it was.. I put a wad of toilet paper over the mic to muffle my voice. They next day aired me a new one. Was sweet.
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Shouldn't be an issue to get a new screen/phone. It was a pretty popular issue that they were aware of.
Thank you all for your responses. I will definitely give it a shot today. How much difference can you notice from the bad and the good screen?
Had 2 with good screens sent to me
Lol!
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I swapped my wife's. Told them people couldn't hear me. They called me to see how clear it was.. I put a wad of toilet paper over the mic to muffle my voice. They next day aired me a new one. Was sweet.
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Just sent one directly to HTC (bought second hand) a week ago. It's already on the way back. I've complained about the screen visibility from the sides and in bright daylight, and attached a note with one of the screen comparison pics found on the net. I'll see what screen I get in a few days.
I spoke to T-mobile this weekend after I traded my G2 for what turned out to be a MT4G with a bad screen. Since I had insurance, they put the order through for me immediately, but unfortunately it hasn't shipped out yet. Won't get it till next week at this rate...
My original MT4G had a good screen, but a bad power button. The replacement I got at the store was another unit with a good screen, and the power button was different, so the guys at the store pulled a bunch of them out and tested them all. They all had good screens.
I think the likelihood of getting bad screens has gone down with the newer shipments. They all also seem to be made in China, while some of the older ones were made in Taiwan.
I called HTC and they said to send it in for "repair". That means that I could be without a phone for like 10 or more days. That sucks. Why cant they just replace it and thats it?
Anyway, I havent taken it to T-Mobile becuase I bought mine from Craigslist (new). So I am not sure what they would say. If they ask me for prove of purchase or something like that, I am out of luck.
Any suggestions?
camalus said:
I swapped my wife's. Told them people couldn't hear me. They called me to see how clear it was.. I put a wad of toilet paper over the mic to muffle my voice. They next day aired me a new one. Was sweet.
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haha, i love the way you think!
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I called HTC and they said to send it in for "repair". That means that I could be without a phone for like 10 or more days. That sucks. Why cant they just replace it and thats it?
Anyway, I havent taken it to T-Mobile becuase I bought mine from Craigslist (new). So I am not sure what they would say. If they ask me for prove of purchase or something like that, I am out of luck.
Any suggestions?
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add insurance to your account, and then say you dropped it and now the screen doesn't look right. don't say it came like that, because then they will tell you it's a warranty issue and not an insurance issue.
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marcos.lennis said:
I called HTC and they said to send it in for "repair". That means that I could be without a phone for like 10 or more days. That sucks. Why cant they just replace it and thats it?
Anyway, I havent taken it to T-Mobile becuase I bought mine from Craigslist (new). So I am not sure what they would say. If they ask me for prove of purchase or something like that, I am out of luck.
Any suggestions?
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Call tmobile and make sure they have your ime #. Hang up then call back in a few days with the complaint. They are not going to ask you where u bought it, and if they do lie and say it was at a store
just wanted to add my 2 cents real quick...
for anyone that doesn't know when you swap your phone they send you a refurbished one to fulfill your warranty requirements.
normally refurbished phones sell for a 1/3 of the price as it was brand new so its pretty much like swapping out your $500 phone for a $150 phone...
just something to think about
Hi,Im moving over here from the x10 forums.Basically I bought a s2 second hand and it looked like it was blacklisted on UK networks-so I stripped it down and smashed up the screen.
If anyone wants the motherboard they can have it.I have ordered a new s2 for £450 and am getting it soon .
If my post is against the rules feel free to remove.
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Don't know if its against the rules(i think selling is)
But people need a motherboard here(bricked by a kernel)
So some people may want it...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1615058
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Hi,Im moving over here from the x10 forums.Basically I bought a s2 second hand and it looked like it was blacklisted on UK networks-so I stripped it down and smashed up the screen.
If anyone wants the motherboard they can have it.I have ordered a new s2 for £450 and am getting it soon .
If my post is against the rules feel free to remove.
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Hi, I'd be interested in it if you still got it, I'm one of the ones who bricked their phones last Sunday.
Yes,its sitting here.I rooted it with doomlords rooting kit,then used that sim unlock stuff by herzlol-then I found out it was blacklisted.Everything else seemed to work though,and Im presuming it will make/receive calls in any country outside UK.
Just pm your details and Ill post it in a week or so....
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Yes,its sitting here.I rooted it with doomlords rooting kit,then used that sim unlock stuff by herzlol-then I found out it was blacklisted.Everything else seemed to work though,and Im presuming it will make/receive calls in any country outside UK.
Just pm your details and Ill post it in a week or so....
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Hi just sent you my details.
Thank you
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Is the motherboard sold?
If not I would be interested in the motherboard.
It wasnt for sale in the first place.Its been claimed by Roger.....
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theunderling said:
It wasnt for sale in the first place.Its been claimed by Roger.....
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Thanks anyway
theunderling said:
Hi,Im moving over here from the x10 forums.Basically I bought a s2 second hand and it looked like it was blacklisted on UK networks-so I stripped it down and smashed up the screen.
If anyone wants the motherboard they can have it.I have ordered a new s2 for £450 and am getting it soon .
If my post is against the rules feel free to remove.
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Galaxy S III gets announced next week, should have waited for that
even if you disassemble it, the parts are still stolen
if the phone's imie was blacklisted, the network surely most know to whom that phone belonged, the motherboard and all the money you make from selling these parts belong to the owner (or insurance company if it was insured), you should have returned it
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even if you disassemble it, the parts are still stolen
if the phone's imie was blacklisted, the network surely most know to whom that phone belonged, the motherboard and all the money you make from selling these parts belong to the owner (or insurance company if it was insured), you should have returned it
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It depends on all the facts.Theres loads on eBay about phones "only makes emergency calls/doesnt make or receive calls"-they all wont have antenna problems.
I am not selling anything,I am out of pocket(for services rendered plus cash) for the phone,and the postage to Roger.Im guessing the phone was blacklisted but Ive not checked-its just it couldnt make calls.
Ive known people "pretend" that their phone was lost/stolen,so its the buyer and insurance company that are ripped off.
I get phones offered to me all the time,and as far as Im aware,if I do a service and accept a phone as a "guarantee of payment" and people dont come back,I dont think its my fault if they have stolen it from someone else/pretended they have lost it or had it stolen.
I do see what you mean,but nobody I know has ever "bought" something 2nd hand then went straight to the Police or an Insurance Company to ask if its stolen or not.
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godutch said:
even if you disassemble it, the parts are still stolen
if the phone's imie was blacklisted, the network surely most know to whom that phone belonged, the motherboard and all the money you make from selling these parts belong to the owner (or insurance company if it was insured), you should have returned it
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He didn't sell the motherboard, he gave it away. Just saying.
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Damn, I was looking for Sony camera module
Burgscheinkerkdeiktraast said:
Damn, I was looking for Sony camera module
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Ive still got that,I think its a silver box thing with a ribbon cable......
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theunderling said:
Ive still got that,I think its a silver box thing with a ribbon cable......
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What colour is it?
Burgscheinkerkdeiktraast said:
Damn, I was looking for Sony camera module
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It was a Samsung Galaxy S2 motherboard not a Sony, Don't know if there's a difference, but I reckon there would be.
Roger,you could link him with that good you-tube video of the guy taking the phone to bits.That bloody double sided tape stuff I told you about is a right pain-the vibrating module split in two when I tried to take it out........lol
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Roger,you could link him with that good you-tube video of the guy taking the phone to bits.That bloody double sided tape stuff I told you about is a right pain-the vibrating module split in two when I tried to take it out........lol
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The best video I've seen for Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 Disassemble & Reassemble:
http://youtu.be/65pvAINg2ME
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Ive still got that,I think its a silver box thing with a ribbon cable......
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Do you still have it, i'm interested for the camera module... Thanks in advance
Why did you pay £450 for an s2? lololol
Hi guys, I know I said I wouldn't post here because of my exams, but this is important;
Anyone know where to get a good cheap Digitzer for the desire z? Mines broken and I need this phone to last through my exams and through my 12-week summer
Thanks
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ok thats fixed... got a new problem...
MY MICROPHONE IS BROKEN ive tried everything... changing roms etc, it just suddenly stopped while recording a video yesterday... anyone know if its possible to manually fix? or do I need to get it repaired somewhere :/
xT4Z1N4TRx said:
Hi guys, I know I said I wouldn't post here because of my exams, but this is important;
Anyone know where to get a good cheap Digitzer for the desire z? Mines broken and I need this phone to last through my exams and through my 12-week summer
Thanks
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Well ebay might be cheap,but choose wisely,some are used and also aware of the shipping fee.. I bought my dz battery from eBay and lcd screen (for my other phone)..so far so good
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Haha cheers, my phones just dying now think its time to get a new one lol.
xT4Z1N4TRx said:
Haha cheers, my phones just dying now think its time to get a new one lol.
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Well,depends how old is Ur fon,I don't feel like changing after hearing that HTC have no micro SD and replaceble battery =~= other than the one v..maybe if my phone dying I would get something design for human...(the Samsung galaxy s3) LOL
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When my dad busted the digitizer on my g1 what I did was buy a busted up 1 off of ebay and did a screen/digitizer swap
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OK i got that fixed, now ive got another problem...
MY MICROPHONE IS BROKEN ive tried everything... changing roms etc, it just suddenly stopped while recording a video yesterday... anyone know if its possible to manually fix? or do I need to get it repaired somewhere :/
This is so weird; we recorded 3 videos yesterday. In the first two, the sound didn't work. In the last one (an hour later) the sound worked, but now it doesnt
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Had this problem before, the only permenet fix I found was to replace the main flex cable, couldn't find a way to solder a new mic in so when its going bad this is the only option
30 bucks on ebay - pretty easy to replace
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So its probably a loose connection? Can you give a link on the one you bought? Thanks
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Wow you're right, its a loose connection. I put the keyboard halfway, and the microphone works completely! How weird is that :s
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Not at a computer but just go to ebay or amazon and search "htc g2 flex"
You'll find a few hits , may consider getting the whole chasis in the sense that it usualy only a few bucks more and you don't have to reglue the flex into the chasis
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Is it this one? http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/vi...0653581076&index=9&nav=SEARCH&nid=13706517620
Or this one? http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=230720084708&index=4&nav=SEARCH&nid=52513721991
And may I ask, where did you get the tools from, and was it hard to do? Thanks
Those are both the same and yes the right one. Tools needed are a torx # 5 I think and a small phillips screwdriver. And I do this stuff a lot so I just had them. I'm sure you can find them any where locally. Its easy if you do this stuff a lot if not take your time and its not bad, just try and find a you tube video or something and pay close attention to what your doing
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Okay I've been emailing a (very nice) HTC support thingy, and here's the reply:
Thank you for your reply.
I am sorry that your device is not in a perfect condition at this time. I would like to arrange for your phone to be repaired in our UK Repair Centre. Please read the following instructions carefully. By proceeding with the repair you agree to the terms and conditions of the repair service.
During repair, we will install the latest software as part of the diagnosis and testing. All the data from the phone will be lost, except for data stored on the SD card, SIM card, or online services, if applicable. If this is possible please check our online Help pages on how to backup your data.
Do not send the SD Memory Card, SIM Card, Battery, Back covers and other accessory items included or not in the product's box. All we need is the bare device. We can’t be held liable for any of these being sent in as they won’t be returned.
Package the device as you would like to receive it. In a good strong box with plenty of padding. You can use the original box, but it will not be returned to you. This information overrules the one in the repair tick-sheet instructions.
Should our engineers determine that the fault you are experiencing is caused by physical damage, wear and tear or illegal software, it will not be covered by warranty. Conditions of warranty also include warranty length terms from date of purchase. The repair will be chargeable and we will send you a quote. Should you not wish to pay that quote, there will be an approximate £25 diagnosis, shipping and handling fee to have the device returned to you and not repaired.
Liquid-damaged devices are returned immediately, unrepaired and without charge as they are beyond economic repair.
Your repair will take approximately 5 working days from when it arrives at the HTC Repair Centre and it's subject to parts availability.
So what do you think, send it to them (and how much you think it would cost? I've had it for a year & 2 months) , repair it myself or send it to a cheapo place? Thanks!
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xT4Z1N4TRx said:
Okay I've been emailing a (very nice) HTC support thingy, and here's the reply:
Thank you for your reply.
I am sorry that your device is not in a perfect condition at this time. I would like to arrange for your phone to be repaired in our UK Repair Centre. Please read the following instructions carefully. By proceeding with the repair you agree to the terms and conditions of the repair service.
During repair, we will install the latest software as part of the diagnosis and testing. All the data from the phone will be lost, except for data stored on the SD card, SIM card, or online services, if applicable. If this is possible please check our online Help pages on how to backup your data.
Do not send the SD Memory Card, SIM Card, Battery, Back covers and other accessory items included or not in the product's box. All we need is the bare device. We can’t be held liable for any of these being sent in as they won’t be returned.
Package the device as you would like to receive it. In a good strong box with plenty of padding. You can use the original box, but it will not be returned to you. This information overrules the one in the repair tick-sheet instructions.
Should our engineers determine that the fault you are experiencing is caused by physical damage, wear and tear or illegal software, it will not be covered by warranty. Conditions of warranty also include warranty length terms from date of purchase. The repair will be chargeable and we will send you a quote. Should you not wish to pay that quote, there will be an approximate £25 diagnosis, shipping and handling fee to have the device returned to you and not repaired.
Liquid-damaged devices are returned immediately, unrepaired and without charge as they are beyond economic repair.
Your repair will take approximately 5 working days from when it arrives at the HTC Repair Centre and it's subject to parts availability.
So what do you think, send it to them (and how much you think it would cost? I've had it for a year & 2 months) , repair it myself or send it to a cheapo place? Thanks!
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If u send to them it may cost a lot,while doing it urself would be kinda risky..isn't there any phone repair center (not manufacture) in Ur country?
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If u send to them it may cost a lot,while doing it urself would be kinda risky..isn't there any phone repair center (not manufacture) in Ur country?
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Yeah there's loads of random dodgy ones, but I don't know if I should trust them? I might just send it to carphonewarehouse
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Yeah there's loads of random dodgy ones, but I don't know if I should trust them? I might just send it to carphonewarehouse
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Ohya,I heard about carphonewarehouse before,well hope they charge u with a reasonable price good luck
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xT4Z1N4TRx said:
Wow you're right, its a loose connection. I put the keyboard halfway, and the microphone works completely! How weird is that :s
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So taz this is why you've been very silent for quite some time. I was surprised that I wasn't seeing any new roms from you. Anyways hope your phone gets fixed soon. You are a big inspiration for me.
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So taz this is why you've been very silent for quite some time. I was surprised that I wasn't seeing any new roms from you. Anyways hope your phone gets fixed soon. You are a big inspiration for me.
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lol thanks XD
Omg my phones just fully mashed now, the microphone doesn't work, when I slide out the keyboard the screen goes all distorted and doesn't work, so now I can only use it with the keyboard closed, and I didn't even drop it :/ you guys reckon I should send it to HTC? Or get a Droid Razr...
Anyone know if that flex cable posted above will also fix my screen issue? ill add a picture later. The weird thing is, I just woke up and it had this issue :/
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Found an offer; £13.50 for an Xperia S, tempted to get it but I've grown to love this community
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So, it happened to me. Just my luck.
Was at university walking and the phone slipped from my hand onto the floor. It seemed to have survived that fairly well. Then it slid off the stairs (no barrier at the edge of the staircase going up my university) and fell about 8-10 feet onto the stair case below. Screen is ruined and unresponsive.
The phone is rooted and has an unlocked bootloader so I know this voids the warranty but I can lock the bootloader again and flash the phone back to the stock rom via cwm.
I bought the phone from Carphone Warehouse for £400 back in December because I couldn't wait and now I'm left with a brick. I need a phone to handle uni life and contact my fianceé in the States. I don't really want to have to spend money I don't have on a replacement N4 so is there anything I can do guys?
Any help at all will be extremely appreciated.
(I'd post a link to an image of the screen but cannot do so yet).
Thanks
Sorry to hear that, however the only option I think would've been better if you had phone insurance and it would replace your damaged phone and it would cost like 5 pounds a month. On the other hand maybe you can send it to Carphonewarehouse and see what the estimate is to get it repaired. Don't think rooted or not makes much difference in this situation.
Anyway good luck and hope you find some solution
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Ouch, nightmare...
The only cheap way is to repair it yourself. If the mainboard is ok, get a new front and back panel. From the teardown I've seen of the Nexus 4, it doesn't seem that difficult. I'm sure there is a vid on youtube you can use as guide. If you can't do it yourself, a new phone seems to be the only option. At least it will be cheaper this time... Did you have a case on it when it dropped?
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Ouch, nightmare...
The only cheap way is to repair it yourself. If the mainboard is ok, get a new front and back panel. From the teardown I've seen of the Nexus 4, it doesn't seem that difficult. I'm sure there is a vid on youtube you can use as guide. If you can't do it yourself, a new phone seems to be the only option. At least it will be cheaper this time... Did you have a case on it when it dropped?
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See that seems doable but the only problem is is the (is it aluminium?) that goes around the phone also got dented as it fell. This is even worse considering I actually DID have a case on it. I was using the Ringke Slim case. If anybody is using this case I highly recommend them to rethink their purchase because even though the phone hit the floor side on, it didn't protect it. Imagine if it hit face down. I have another generic 'S' silicone case from eBay and that would have done a far better job at protecting the sides. Shoulda, woulda, coulda eh?
Im wondering if LG's manufacture warranty will work in my favour at all? I just don't have the funds to replace the phone comfortably but that's the only option I see unfortunately.
I don't think you'll have any luck with warranty repair. Sorry about your phone though.
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_4_8gb
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A coworker priced out replacing his front screen and it was ~$260usd.
At that point Id just order another phone and sell the first for parts.
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A coworker priced out replacing his front screen and it was ~$260usd.
At that point Id just order another phone and sell the first for parts.
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Sell the phone for parts? How would that work? Im not very savvy with this side of phones. Do I sell the phone in its entirety to a company who buys things like that? Sell on eBay for really cheap trying to get whatever I can get?
LG are asking for £40-120 dependent on the level of damage.
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LG are asking for £40-120 dependent on the level of damage.
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Really? Please can you give me a link to this info? I'd pay anything between that in a heartbeat if I can get it fixed. Once I reach 10 posts I'll post some images of the phone.
Do u have a lloydstsb account? They do free phone insurance and fixed my broken screen in the uk.
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sarkster said:
Do u have a lloydstsb account? They do free phone insurance and fixed my broken screen in the uk.
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Really?! Yes I do! How would I go about doing this?
Check their website there's a link from there. Give them a call register the phone with them log on to their website and create a claim. Then they ask you to send the phone in. Note: do everything recorded del. It costs £50 excess they turned mine around in under two weeks from start to finish
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bennyboy182 said:
LG are asking for £40-120 dependent on the level of damage.
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Undeadwolfy said:
Really? Please can you give me a link to this info? I'd pay anything between that in a heartbeat if I can get it fixed. Once I reach 10 posts I'll post some images of the phone.
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This is true, I've read threads on here and Reddit with this information but can't find them atm.
Contact LG directly and they should help you.
fairlight2x said:
Ouch, nightmare...
The only cheap way is to repair it yourself. If the mainboard is ok, get a new front and back panel. From the teardown I've seen of the Nexus 4, it doesn't seem that difficult. I'm sure there is a vid on youtube you can use as guide. If you can't do it yourself, a new phone seems to be the only option. At least it will be cheaper this time... Did you have a case on it when it dropped?
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I disagree. The only cheap way to do it is via insurance, 50 quid excess or whatever is a lot cheaper than the 150 pound screen is going to cost.