Just got my Nexus 4 through the door and I am really impressed about everything, it looks and feels really nice, and the screen is much better than that of the Galaxy Nexus, all in my opinion.
The only thing I have noticed though is that the volume rocker is quite wobbly, just touching it without pressing down the up/down button moves it.. The power button is fine though, and feels solid/firmly in place without wobbling at all.
Do any other Nexus 4 owners have this? What is your volume rocker like? Is it worth getting a replacement just for this, will it get worse?
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Yeah same here, people in another thread worried about rattle being caused by dodgy accelerometers and camera autofocus..
Feels like a solid enough device to me
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Doesn't feel any more wobbley than my previous phones, I think.
volume doesn't feel wobbly to me...i thought i noticed a rattle, but then grabbed my GNex and placed it the same way and it has the same sound *shrugs*
Power button is wobbly for me. Kinda worrisome.
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Yeah if you shake it, the buttons rattle. My gnex doesn't do that. Oh well, I could care less.
no issue here 8gig model
Wobbly / rattling volume rockers
I guess I am not the only one who found it pretty annoying. Even with a slight phone shake the volume rocker makes rattling noise. I don't think it should do this. Seems to be a bad part fitting. It is definitely the volume rocker - if you hold it and shake the phone, the rattling stops.
Debating with myself If I should submit a warranty claim. If not all the phones do it then it may be a defect in some specific devices.
I came to this site looking for an answer to this too. Received mine yesterday (16GB UK) and the volume button is very loose. It rattles too.
Do you send it back? or is this just what you expect with a cheap phone from LG ?
I'm considering sending mine back because of this I'm not to sure if it's really worth it, or if I'm just being overly picky.
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My sgs2 had this too so I'm used to it
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Yup, totally wobbly.
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So I guess this is an issue on all N4s?
It seems very odd as the power button and build of the phone is tight and solid. Even the headphone jack is good and tight... The volume button however is crap.
It has a very slight gap around it. Either the hole was cut to big or the buttons are too small.
Mine is not wobbly at all.
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Ugh, mine's the exact opposite. 8gb wobbly power but volume rocker is solid.
RMA it or accept?
Depends if you're happy with it or not.
No problem with mine... so far!
Does this problem warrant a good reason for return??
Is this a production fault?
I have noticed the case creaks above the volume button if pressed in the plastic surround.
I knew LG couldn't be trusted regarding build quality.
My volume rocker is slightly "wobbly", too. Don't really think this little inconvenience warrants a return, though... Hopefully, I'm not proven wrong three months from now.
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Hi all,
I was just wondering: how are you buttons? And with this I in particular mean how much they move/shake if you shake your phone. Since my good old Galaxy Ace had some very tough buttons, I'm wondering what the "standard" of our phones is. Mine do shake, both the power button and volume rocker, slightly when I shake my phone and I can also hear them, but I don't think they will break quickly.
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Hi all,
I was just wondering: how are you buttons? And with this I in particular mean how much they move/shake if you shake your phone. Since my good old Galaxy Ace had some very tough buttons, I'm wondering what the "standard" of our phones is. Mine do shake, both the power button and volume rocker, slightly when I shake my phone and I can also hear them, but I don't think they will break quickly.
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Why are you shaking your phone?
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The Galaxy Ace was the lowest of the low end. Most cheap phones are built extremely rigidly as they have nothing else going for them.
My power and volume button squeak.
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my power buttons are a bit squeaky, but I don't think they will break soon.
Volume button was squeaky. Not that much anymore.
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My volumes down button got stuck in but came back recently
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For me, the loose-fitting volume rocker is one of the most annoying things about this phone. I know, first-world problems, right? It sort of clicks around in its housing and gives the entire phone a cheaper feel to it. But, on the whole, there's not enough that would make me dissatisfied with the phone.
Ah, thanks for your reactions. Seems like they aren't as sturdy as they were on my older phone, but they'll survive, (hopefully)
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I hate this. When you buy such a costly phone and there's something not right about it. Even this little. Why didn't they make rigid buttons like Samsung's nexus? :S
Find it very annoying too; as said before: it makes the phone feel a lot cheaper and less sturdy
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The best thing about the nexus bumper is it makes the buttons feel alot better
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Hate to say this but my phones buttons are just perfect. LG has some serious quality consistency problems.
Mine aren't perfect for sure, but it's not so that the quality is bad; they're just a little loose just like with most phones here.
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I hate this. When you buy such a costly phone and there's something not right about it. Even this little. Why didn't they make rigid buttons like Samsung's nexus? :S
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Costly? the Nexus 4 price is super low compared with the galaxy s3 or the gayphone 5... What do you want for that price, I cant complain the Nexus 4 is awesome
Also the Galaxy s3 is made of cheap plastic, the screen can be easily broken and is way more expensive
nothing wrong with my buttons here. They don't squeak or make any sort of noise.
Alright so, now, I've got an LGOG and I would love a phone just a bit bigger, so LG G2 looks just perfect, but I have this huge question, how do buttons on the back of the phone feel? They still don't have the LG G2 as a demo phone yet, and they wont have it anytime soon . so I would like to hear how do you feel this new design, does it feel natural or does it feel weird? I'm asking because I still don't like the change of the power / lock button from above to the side when I upgraded from the P720 3D Max to LGOG (I actually hate that change, I still don't get used to it LOL :silly. Please reviews on how it feels
Thanks in advance :good:
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Alright so, now, I've got an LGOG and I would love a phone just a bit bigger, so LG G2 looks just perfect, but I have this huge question, how do buttons on the back of the phone feel? They still don't have the LG G2 as a demo phone yet, and they wont have it anytime soon . so I would like to hear how do you feel this new design, does it feel natural or does it feel weird? I'm asking because I still don't like the change of the power / lock button from above to the side when I upgraded from the P720 3D Max to LGOG (I actually hate that change, I still don't get used to it LOL :silly. Please reviews on how it feels
Thanks in advance :good:
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They've got some review videos of the Korean version, which has the back buttons there. So far, none of the videos really complained about it. It's probably something we'll get used to and I kind of like the fact that it'll be harder to bump the buttons while holding the phone. Also, I can lay it in landscape without touching the volume rockers.
endeavor2908 said:
Alright so, now, I've got an LGOG and I would love a phone just a bit bigger, so LG G2 looks just perfect, but I have this huge question, how do buttons on the back of the phone feel? They still don't have the LG G2 as a demo phone yet, and they wont have it anytime soon . so I would like to hear how do you feel this new design, does it feel natural or does it feel weird? I'm asking because I still don't like the change of the power / lock button from above to the side when I upgraded from the P720 3D Max to LGOG (I actually hate that change, I still don't get used to it LOL :silly. Please reviews on how it feels
Thanks in advance :good:
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You think people post questions in the question part of the forum? Dont be ridiculous.....
Anyways, the last days I have thinking how Im holding my phone, and in portrait I mostly have my fingers ontop of where the buttons are on the G2. So I think they are perfectly placed there. Only when you hold it in landscape I could imagine it being a bit awkward to reach them, but really, how often does one really change the volume through out the day? I think in the end it will work out for the better.
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You think people post questions in the question part of the forum? Dont be ridiculous.....
Anyways, the last days I have thinking how Im holding my phone, and in portrait I mostly have my fingers ontop of where the buttons are on the G2. So I think they are perfectly placed there. Only when you hold it in landscape I could imagine it being a bit awkward to reach them, but really, how often does one really change the volume through out the day? I think in the end it will work out for the better.
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I'm listening to music all day long at the office with my phone, so I do change the volume very often and I've been thinking about it and might be very uncomfortable because I change the volume as the phone is laying on my desk but anyway, I'll wait to try it before I rush to get it
I like the IDEA of the volume buttons on the back. I'm sure it reduces the bezel size and makes more room for the larger screen with only a marginal increase in overall size. However I use my phone's GPS regularly with the phone mounted in a car holder. The volume and power buttons on the back would be totally inaccessible in the car holder. Since my car cannot play notifications from the GPS while listening to music on my flash drive, I need to occasionally access the volume controls to adjust the notification volume. No can do with the volume on the back.
Having said that, I really don't know if I would find it merely a minor inconvenience, or a major pain in the ass. I sure like what I'm hearing about the phone though.
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I like the IDEA of the volume buttons on the back. I'm sure it reduces the bezel size and makes more room for the larger screen with only a marginal increase in overall size. However I use my phone's GPS regularly with the phone mounted in a car holder. The volume and power buttons on the back would be totally inaccessible in the car holder. Since my car cannot play notifications from the GPS while listening to music on my flash drive, I need to occasionally access the volume controls to adjust the notification volume. No can do with the volume on the back.
Having said that, I really don't know if I would find it merely a minor inconvenience, or a major pain in the ass. I sure like what I'm hearing about the phone though.
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You do have the volume control in the notification drawer, even though that might be slightly more complex than pushing buttons on the side.
i'm more interested to see how the veirzon buttons feel compared to the rest, seeing as it looks like stupid verizon made them smaller than the normal G2.
also, i like how theres an LED light around hte power button....is that for notifications, too? i bet verizon took that out!
I hope the cases for the other g2 still work on Verizon version
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I know, right? I'd be so pissed if they didn't.
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I'm listening to music all day long at the office with my phone, so I do change the volume very often and I've been thinking about it and might be very uncomfortable because I change the volume as the phone is laying on my desk but anyway, I'll wait to try it before I rush to get it
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I to have had that concern, but I also use an app called Volume Control that allows me a volume slider that sits on top of everything. This would cure it for me.
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theres volume control on the drop down bar, too... so that may help!
or just lay the phone on its back?
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Hi there. I just got myself a Korean version of this beautiful beast, I also got the quickview cover so that the magic is complete.It works perfect, battery life is awesome-compared to the lgog I had before. So after a week of heavy usage and txsting, I have noticed a single drawback of the unusual buttons placement-I often accidentally interrupt my calls because -yes, they placed those buttons exactly where you normally place your index finger. And that is why you push the end-of-call button sooooo easily. Apart from that-not a single complaint. They finally came to their senses about the speaker placement becsuse the rear panel is really unfortunate, I could not hear the phone ring on the sofa. bottom location is much better. Also the knock-knock feature is great, I got used to it in an instant and it does not consume your battery life in idle mode if this is what worries you. It works just fine and I love it. Really!
Hi there, i'm loving the Note 4 but I've noticed the volume rocker is slight loose. It doesn't rattle when the phone is shaken but there's a definite looseness too it!
Is this the same for anyone else out there?
I checked my g/f Note 3 and there's no looseness to it so i was wondering if this is just the Note 4 or should i take it back for a replacement?
Thanks in advance!
Mine is a bit loose too, but I had it on my old S3 as well, so i don't mind too much.
Thanks for the reply JimRex, that's good to hear, i thought i might have a dodgy one!
Loving the phone otherwise!
Any other Note 4 users experiencing the loose volume rocker?
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Any other Note 4 users experiencing the loose volume rocker?
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Yes,me too.
Thanks Batfink33, im assuming it's the design, just wish it had been a little tighter as when im paying so much for a premium product you want it to be perfect!
I can live with it though seeing as it's otherwise awesome.
It's definitely there but luckily it's not a defect lol. I'm really loving what they've done so far with metal meeting the soft plastic is a match made in heaven. Hope they make it fit tighter next time.
Mine too a bit loose. On my note 2 its worse
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In which way are all your loose? Mine has a very very small amount of movement when touched but is definitely not loose.
Thanks for the replies everyone!
homer285, it's loose but not to the point where it rattles if shaken. I guess it depends what you class as a small bit of movement really, i was just concerned as i thought there would be no movement whatsoever, nice and tight. It seems though that it's the norm for there to be some movement.
There's even some movement in the power button too.
I'm grateful for the metal surround though, it makes the phone feel so much more premium than previous models!
When I got a nexus 6 i had to send it back twice because of a terrible rattle sound of the vibrator. How is vibration at the 6p? I read about problems with the too sensitive power button. Is it really that bad? Is there any other issue with this phone. I'd like to order it tomorrow (deadline of the deal from my provider).
Only reviewers have the units in hand at this time. Consumers haven't started shipping yet (but might very soon).
I've only seen one review that mentioned the power button. I'm thinking that was user error/pickiness.
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I can't hear it at all. In fact, I can barely feel it.
I too have this problem. The rattling sound is loud and clear. This is not the power button, neither camera focus. The issue is of loosed component from inside.
As few of the customers are having this issues, I believe it is a manufacturing defect. I will ask for replacement as I can not bare with such issue. Had spent huge money on phone, why should I compromise and get settle? I want Replacement.
Hello there. I bought a 6P 2 days ago and I noticed that the volume button is a bit loose and makes rattling noises when I shake it by touching it (without pressing it) or when I shake the phone or put on a table. The power button is ok.
Also maybe it's my imagination but the upper speaker seems a bit louder than the bottom one and slightly richer in sound quality.
Are those issues supposed to be normal? Does all 6P have loose volume buttons which rattle?
Here is a video which shows the issue on a Nexus 5 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7R4xncTGLaU
The volume buttons are loose on almost all 6P's!! Not sure about the speakers though.
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The volume buttons are loose on almost all 6P's!! Not sure about the speakers though.
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Does yours have the same issue with the volume button?
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Yep, it isn't noticeable in normal use though, I really don't care about it
I just received my 6p a few days ago and I don't have either of those issues. It could be associated with a build lot or be specific to the type of Nexus 6P. I have the Graphite one - 64GB. Or, I could be lucky. hope it works out for you.
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Does yours have the same issue with the volume button?
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I just received my 6p a few days ago and I don't have either of those issues. It could be associated with a build lot or be specific to the type of Nexus 6P. I have the Graphite one - 64GB. Or, I could be lucky. hope it works out for you.
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I also don't have either of those issues. I would RMA. Especially if the volume rocker is loose. Mine is very snug and going on little over 2 months of use.
Are you sure its not the camera that make that sound ? Because it is normal
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Are you sure its not the camera that make that sound ? Because it is normal
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Yes it's not the camera. When I gently touch the volume button and move it sideways it rattles. If I hold the volume button and shake the phone there is no rattling. The volume button is loose and moves sideways touching the metal body of the phone thus makes this noise.
I came to the 6P from the S6 edge+ which was superior in build quality and the 6P doesn't seem that premium if it has those issues (I just missed the vanilla android and the timely updates too much and returned). Rattling is not normal at all on any phone except if it's poorly made. The only problem is that I have to return the phone back to the store I bought it and wait some days without a phone until they fix it or smth.
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The volume buttons are loose on almost all 6P's!! Not sure about the speakers though.
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No buttons on the 6p should be loose. If any buttons are loose return it for a new one.
My buttons are nice and snug, my speakers though my top one is louder than the bottom at low volumes. I saw another thread where just about everyone on that thread agreed it was normal. I did RMA which it should get here today but it was for something different.
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My buttons are nice and snug, my speakers though my top one is louder than the bottom at low volumes. I saw another thread where just about everyone on that thread agreed it was normal. I did RMA which it should get here today but it was for something different.
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Exactly this. The top speaker sounds louder than the bottom. In the first day I thought it was my imagination. Volume above 80% seems to cover up the issue because the top gets too loud the let you perceive the difference. My volume button is loose and rattle quite a lot even when I simply touch it without pressing it. It's annoying because it feels like something is broken. I didn't by it from Google cause in my country there is no Google store for devices so I have to return it from where I bought it and wait some days. That's really annoying but I have no other choice it seems. Not very happy considering this phone advertised as premium quality one.
I haven't noticed any difference in speaker volume but will listen out for it.
My last 6P that I returned had a very soft power button such that even picking up the phone with a light grip just to hold the thing turned the screen on, similarly very soft volume buttons. The replacement that I am using now has much harder buttons that CLICK properly, so much better. They don't rattle or feel loose either.
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This is the loose volume button problem I'm talking about. Note that I don't even press the button just touching it. Is this considered a defect?
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This is the loose volume button problem I'm talking about. Note that I don't even press the button just touching it. Is this considered a defect?
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Yes I that is defective. I would get a replacement.
My current 6p nor original 6p have/had loose volume buttons. They do not all have it.
Today I sent it back at the store I bought it. They didn't seem very happy when I told them about the problem. They told me this may fall within the tolerance of the phone thus it may not be replaced or fixed. My top speaker also had louder sound than the bottom something that is very wrong for stereo speakers. In landscape more sound comes from the left side and it's really obvious. It will take few days before I have an answer. Considering the price of the phone which costs 650 euros for the 32gb in my country I'm not that happy with those 2 issues and can't really ignore them especially that button which rattles all the time. I have a feeling that they will not do anything. They will most probably return it back and tell me the device is fine.
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Today I sent it back at the store I bought it. They didn't seem very happy when I told them about the problem. They told me this may fall within the tolerance of the phone thus it may not be replaced or fixed. My top speaker also had louder sound than the bottom something that is very wrong for stereo speakers. In landscape more sound comes from the left side and it's really obvious. It will take few days before I have an answer. Considering the price of the phone which costs 650 euros for the 32gb in my country I'm not that happy with those 2 issues and can't really ignore them especially that button which rattles all the time. I have a feeling that they will not do anything. They will most probably return it back and tell me the device is fine.
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That's crap. You are entitled to get a device defect free. I would get upset with them and let them know their passive attitude is rude and infuriating. People will do more for those who cause a scene. Its unfortunate but its a game one must play sometimes. They are playing with you anyways. Trying to get you to accept flaws as "within operating specs" is insulting. They just don't want eat any costs. You could get it back and then sit on it and bend it. That should get them to trade it. If they doubt you just show them the video and the bend thread.
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That's crap. You are entitled to get a device defect free. I would get upset with them and let them know their passive attitude is rude and infuriating. People will do more for those who cause a scene. Its unfortunate but its a game one must play sometimes. They are playing with you anyways. Trying to get you to accept flaws as "within operating specs" is insulting. They just don't want eat any costs. You could get it back and then sit on it and bend it. That should get them to trade it. If they doubt you just show them the video and the bend thread.
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Or they will tell me that damages caused by bad usage is not covered by the warranty. Problem is in my country there is no Google Play Store for devices so Google can't really help me here. I'm at the mercy of the store owners and device's official representatives in my country. I really don't understand the term "within accepted tolerance". I mean who's deciding for what is accepted and what not. Rattling loose buttons are accepted tolerance? If one speaker is louder than the other in a stereo configuration is this too an accepted tolerance? I mean when you buy a home cinema which has one speaker louder than the rest is not considered defect? Would like to hear about that from a user with same issues who bought the device from within the EU but not from Google Play Store.
I have a 6P which is about 5 months old. I have none of these production issues. I would definitely bring it back and have it exchanged for a new one. The quality of my build is excellent. If you don't get satisfaction from your vendor, I would contact google and they can probably help you out. I have the silver model .
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Or they will tell me that damages caused by bad usage is not covered by the warranty. Problem is in my country there is no Google Play Store for devices so Google can't really help me here. I'm at the mercy of the store owners and device's official representatives in my country. I really don't understand the term "within accepted tolerance". I mean who's deciding for what is accepted and what not. Rattling loose buttons are accepted tolerance? If one speaker is louder than the other in a stereo configuration is this too an accepted tolerance? I mean when you buy a home cinema which has one speaker louder than the rest is not considered defect? Would like to hear about that from a user with same issues who bought the device from within the EU but not from Google Play Store.
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I would still contact google or someone higher up at the store you bought it from. Even though google doesn't sell directly to your country I'm sure you can contact them. It is their product. Also you could try and contact Huawei. I think you are just dealing with a jerk though. You are the customer here. Bad customer service really makes me angry. Especially when someone tries to invalidate your concerns so they don't have to put forth effort.