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So far, What seems to be the most reliable fix for screen separation?

Just got my Nexus 7 and unfortunately it has screen separation
I've read a lot of fixes for it but I know a lot of them aren't permanent. I know the washer fix worked for several people but I recall seeing a couple saying that it didn't work. Can anyone tell me what my best option would be?
Thank You!

Returning it and waiting for ASUS to get their s*** together.

TheMavic said:
Returning it and waiting for ASUS to get their s*** together.
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After using the tablet for a bit, it's gotten quite a bit more annoying. This actually seems like a decent idea.

I agree. I tried the clamp fix, sponge fix and washer fix. They were all temporary fixes.
I would just swap it.
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Try loosen screws on the side where separation is
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NotLutzik said:
Try loosen screws on the side where separation is
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That is the best solution far now...and to be true this 2 screws don't seens to change anything.

Nexus 7 Defects (Software or Hardware)

Well as many of you posted you had flawless Nexus I pulled the trigger but for my horror I got a Lemon.
First I thought I had only the screen lift but after two weeks It have started to develop Screen Flicker and the slightest screen bleed in the right corner... a black pixel line when I open a hard task or its charging something.... the screen not responding and the ghosting :banghead: to my other horror I can't return it cause my father bought it to me and I'm in Mexico so no return but I wanted to know what are Software related and what are hardware related
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I don't know about you but I have a perfect Nexus 7

Ryan35310 said:
I don't know about you but I have a perfect Nexus 7
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Well look a noob being a noob trying to make it to the 10 post just trolling around the forums
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Sorry bro those are all hardware.
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Sorry bro those are all hardware.
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So the Screen Separation is Hardware as the Screen Bleed
But the flicker, the sudden line that I just see like one a day and the ghosting that goes away with a reboot are all hardware?! The HTC titan had the ghosting too and with an update it went away
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*GalaxyDev* said:
So the Screen Separation is Hardware as the Screen Bleed
But the flicker, the sudden line that I just see like one a day and the ghosting that goes away with a reboot are all hardware?! The HTC titan had the ghosting too and with an update it went away
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Well actually the screen flicker can be fixed by running a script. Look for the thread that says screen washout out fix. It will disable the nvidia smart dimmer. And the screen lift can be fixed' Google it . And not sure what the this "ghosting" is.
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Well first I don't know if when going from homescreen to homescreen and seeing the icons going from side to side it looks like it leaves a trace behind that disappears after a couple of milliseconds and I don't know if its just an animation or ghosting.....and second is after being in my social homescreen the white parts stay onscreen in the background until I reboot but that only happened once and never again
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And the screen lift can be fixed' Google it .
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IIRC you used the clamp and heat method to try and reactivate the glue. Best of luck, but that approach has been temporary for most users.
And you telling him to Google it would almost certainly lead to him fiddling with the screws, which is even less effective than the clamping.
Here is the only fix known to work. It's a delicate procedure and I wouldn't recommend it unless your lift is severe, GalaxyDev.
Sorry for your troubles, but hopefully you can see past these flaws and enjoy the tablet as is. I'm sure this device is a rare sight in Mexico.

The only reason why I considered that is because my screen lift is so minor, its like a hair lifted so my guess is the adhesive needs rebonding.
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pxlitup said:
.Sorry for your troubles, but hopefully you can see past these flaws and enjoy the tablet as is. I'm sure this device is a rare sight in Mexico.
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It actually is...everyone is like oh god whats that...but you already got an enormous phone (SGSII) its really funny watching my friends trying to start it clueless of what it is
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The only reason why I considered that is because my screen lift is so minor, its like a hair lifted so my guess is the adhesive needs rebonding.
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Yeah mine is like a hair too...you need to watch carefully to see it so I'll try thanks...here goes my 2 cents
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Where to buy missing screws in the UK?

Hi,
I have the screen lift issue and when opening my Nexus up I see I have two screws missing. Searching around I've read they are 3.2 mm Phillips screws with M1.4 thread. I know nothing about screws and have tried searching google with no luck. Does anyone know where I can buy these so I can try and replace my missing ones? The guy at HMV said their stock is all the same shipment so if I get a replacement it's most likely to have the same issue.

Any hardware shop. B&Q for example.
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Asus apparently decided your screen attachment is better without those two screws, and you are going to replace them. Why?
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Put them in and watch that screen rise even more
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really? So the only fix is the glue? I thought as some seem to be fixing their screen lift by tightening the screws it would work. Back to the drawing board I guess.
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Give it a shot if you want, sod putting glue anyway near my screen, if its that bad take it back
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The screen lift isn't too bad more worried about it getting worse in the future. I'm thinking about returning it but my Nexus is perfect bar this lift and with all the issues being reported I'm worried I'll get one with even more issues.
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I have a little and a mean a little hardly even noticeable screen lift on the left hand side if u hold in portrait and type with ya thumbs its wear my hand would go, I'm not returning again I'm on my 3rd
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Gap between top bezel and glass

Is this the way the phone is supposed to be? There's a small gap between the top part of the bezel where it meets the glass. I try to keep my phone clean all the time but there are quite a few lint pieces and grime stuck in that gap. The bottom of the phone is tight. Never dropped it. It is an RMA
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I think you can snap it back. Press it gently and it'll close.
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Pics?
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melcali said:
Pics?
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Will post pics when I get to a camera
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scream4cheese said:
I think you can snap it back. Press it gently and it'll close.
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Tried pressing on it. Didn't work. Thanks though
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As you can see the bottom is tight with no gap. The top has a big enough gap for dirt and debris and no way to get it out.
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Definitely not normal, you should probably RMA again if you can't fix it by simple means like the one posted above

Nigeldg said:
Definitely not normal, you should probably RMA again if you can't fix it by simple means like the one posted above
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Thanks for your reply. All this time I thought it was normal
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I have no gap on the top or bottom, and neither do any of the 5 others I know with N4s so yeah, RMA.

send that gaping gap back, son!
...before you get tiny creature eggs in them

Called google play customer service and started the RMA process. Thanks guys
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Not going well with my RMA. This was customer service response :
"Thanks for contacting Google. The*specialists*has informed me that the*gaps are to allow for expansion of the glass due to varying temperature and is an intended part of the design.
If you have any*further*questions please feel free to*respond*to this email."
Can some of you guys take some photos of your phones so I can send this robot? Any other suggestions?
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Dude, I think even with photos, you would be hard pressed to change their mind. Cosmetic faults are always put down as subjective and not worthy of replacement. You should have told them that you were experiencing some technical fault i.e. frequent dropped calls.
If you aren't successful this time round, RMA it again with such an excuse...
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esskayy said:
Dude, I think even with photos, you would be hard pressed to change their mind. Cosmetic faults are always put down as subjective and not worthy of replacement. You should have told them that you were experiencing some technical fault i.e. frequent dropped calls.
If you aren't successful this time round, RMA it again with such an excuse...
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We'll see how it goes
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I have the same issue but my gaps are much bigger and go throughout the whole screen. Dust and stuff goes in it. The front camera has a dark overlay whenever i use it due to all the dust that has gotten in there. I would RMA it but i bought it off a friend and im not sure if they want to accept it.
Here is a picture of a white door that i took outside using the front camera.
http://alienroms.com/IMG_20130502_194637.jpg
Its very dark and it has a weird dark overlay at the top.

Creaks on back (left side)

Hello,
my Nexus 4 creaks when I press left side on back cover:
Video:
http://youtu.be/LlZRw1i2TuA
No drops, used only in bumper (s-line)...
Has anyone the same problem?
Can I use guarantee in this case?

Nope I don't have this problem.
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I had the same clicking problem but on the bottom and with the front glass.
I found a permanent fix for this common problem here on xda:
- Unloose the two screws on the bottom but half a turn.
- press firmly on the bezel to notch it back in
- while keeping a reasonable pressure, tighten the screws again.
Hope this fixes it even if you don't have the exact the same issue.
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I have the same problem, but on the bottom right. It squeaks everytime I press on it. Will wait till my OCD takes over to open it up.

exb0 said:
I have the same problem, but on the bottom right. It squeaks everytime I press on it. Will wait till my OCD takes over to open it up.
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I'm pretty sure my tip above will fix your problem.
You just need a small Phillips screwdriver and unloose the screws a little.
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ren2008 said:
I'm pretty sure my tip above will fix your problem.
You just need a small Phillips screwdriver and unloose the screws a little.
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I'm sure it will, but I'm kind of reluctant to open it up now. Still new
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exb0 said:
I'm sure it will, but I'm kind of reluctant to open it up now. Still new
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No problem, just wanna help
But the truth is: you can unscrew about 10 full turns before the screw comes off, all you need here is one half of a turn and re-screw.
No tech knowledge required, as easy as installing a screen protector.
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ren2008 said:
No problem, just wanna help
But the truth is: you can unscrew about 10 full turns before the screw comes off, all you need here is one half of a turn and re-screw.
No tech knowledge required, as easy as installing a screen protector.
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i also forgot the fact that I do not have any torx screws at home. LOL

exb0 said:
i also forgot the fact that I do not have any torx screws at home. LOL
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Doh!
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