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My vibrant gave up the ghost 2 days ago. Turned itself off and now it won't fully boot without turning itself off unless I leave it undisturbed on a table.
Something on/under the ringer/speaker is loose or corroded, because tapping on that part of the phone makes it cut itself off.
Been using a Galaxy Tab as my phone for the past day and a half. Galaxy Nexus should arrive at home this afternoon.
Goodbye vibrant and Bionix. I would have liked to keep you as a media player, but I guess it is not to ever be. You worked well... except for your wonky GPS and tendency to 'forget' custom ring tones for contacts.... and your shrinking battery life (I have 4 spare batteries).... and taking 2 minutes to read the SD cards during boot up.... but you sure had a nice screen.
You could still use it as a media player. Odin it back to stock then flash a rom. There's one that's design just for that.
You said when you tap it on the side it cuts its self, do you mean it shuts down?
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When I tap it on the back surface of the phone, close to the top (basically where the ringer/speaker-phone is) then it shuts itself off (power goes off)
Other things can cause it to shut off, but that seems to be the problem area.
you may can fix it
well, if you have a soldering iron and a oven proceed, if not but you want to fix it go and buy one.
**Do it only as last resource and if you dont have an soldering station.**
take out the board of you vibrant, solder a small piece of any wire you have on an insignificant par of the board (like the gold border around it) put the board in the oven nearly at 200ºC and wait a bit of time till the solder you have done got liquid an the wire goes down.Turn off the oven and let the door open in order to cool ,wait till it got fresh enough to test.
Be happy!
Obs.:the board will get damage if you let it got more hot than necessary.
Good luck!
Are you suggesting that I connect the board to an electrical ground?
Did you have insurance on the phone? If so I'd get it replaced and then sell the new phone.
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No. Phone insurance is mostly a rip off unless you lose it in the first ~4 months of ownership.
It was worth a shot.
I have it on mine, but I wonder what they would replace it with on a claim if I was to break it since they stopped selling the vibrant quite a while ago.
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Tarzanman said:
Are you suggesting that I connect the board to an electrical ground?
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no, only to you resolder you board without the full equipment needed.
Sorry for my bad english, it's not my natural language.
***BUT, if you still on warranty,wipe all,odin a stock rom and let they replace your phone.
Could you sell it for parts? I'm in need of a few vibrant parts at the moment.
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Could you sell it for parts? I'm in need of a few vibrant parts at the moment.
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Which parts are you interested in?
Im interested in phone mine has
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http://www.fasttech.com/products/1197502
Includes FREE worldwide shipping. Is this too good to be true? I'm keen to give it a shot, but can't seem to find a brand-name or anything. According to the seller its compatible with our phones, but I'm always sceptical of no-name-brand Chinese things, especially if it could damage my precious.
Don't think its branded at all. Their return policy seems pretty good. Seems as though you would only have to pay for shipping if it's not an error on their part. I assume DOA's and the thing breaking down within the warranty period would constitute as free return paid by them. Post a review if u decide to try it.
I received mine today but for some reason I only seem to get 94% charged and won't go above it... I'm still trying to find if anyone else is having this same issue but nothing at present...
Some of us on xda ordered some it's some post down from this one they said they got and it works I'll get mines tomorrow. I ordered it on the 7 of January
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Unlike the other one, this one (for $35) seems to be one of the WPC certified chargers, although I am not sure if it means much.
Link to WPC site: http://www.wirelesspowerconsortium.com/products/details/125/qi-wireless-charging-pad
Link to manufacturer site: http://www.uway-qi.com/Productsshow.asp?ID=32
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I received mine today but for some reason I only seem to get 94% charged and won't go above it... I'm still trying to find if anyone else is having this same issue but nothing at present...
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Is the blue light overly bright and annoying? Are there beeping sounds? Is it easy to get it to charge, or does it only charge when placed in a certain way?
Sorry for the barrage of questions, I'm thinking of getting one of this if it works.
Placed my order. Figured its worth the risk at that price.
Unfortunately I'm in South Africa so I don't expect it to arrive in less that 2 weeks.
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Is the blue light overly bright and annoying?
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The green light has been annoying me more to say it has power, the blue one is covered by the phone when it's charging.
Are there beeping sounds?
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There is a beep to alert you when the phone is placed on it and to advise of charging.
Is it easy to get it to charge, or does it only charge when placed in a certain way?
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The phone needs to be placed upside down, in the case of the N4 the bottom of the phone is towards the power plug end of the Qi.
I'm thinking of getting one of this if it works.
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I've been looking around for something else. Seems to be once above 94% it won't charge anymore. Charging via USB works fine to 100%.
Sorry for the barrage of questions,
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No problem
What about the charging range? Is it any good?
Because on other Qi chargers, a lot of people complained that they lose connection when knocked a centimetre off centre.
gqukyo said:
Don't think its branded at all. Their return policy seems pretty good. Seems as though you would only have to pay for shipping if it's not an error on their part. I assume DOA's and the thing breaking down within the warranty period would constitute as free return paid by them. Post a review if u decide to try it.
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I ordered one, for 27€ it's worth a try. Will probably open it up and dim the leds a bit.
There we go I like this price I think i can chance I can gamble for that type of money.
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What about the charging range? Is it any good?
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You can move it around a bit but not too much, it'll work sideways, longways, etc. and I've also got a case on without an issue.
Maybe once you remove your case, it will charge over 94%.
I am just kidding.
Considering ordering one.
Thanks.
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You can move it around a bit but not too much, it'll work sideways, longways, etc. and I've also got a case on without an issue.
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Has anyone looked at the one labeled just "Qi Wireless Charger"?
It's white, and I don't like that, but it's completely flat, so it'd probably fit the phone better...?
Better as in, if you have to turn it around, then it'd be better, since with the large one, the casing seems to be raised at the top, whereas the standard one is completely flat, so flipping it around wouldn't really be that big of a deal.
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Has anyone looked at the one labeled just "Qi Wireless Charger"?
It's white, and I don't like that, but it's completely flat, so it'd probably fit the phone better...?
Better as in, if you have to turn it around, then it'd be better, since with the large one, the casing seems to be raised at the top, whereas the standard one is completely flat, so flipping it around wouldn't really be that big of a deal.
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seems good, the title says it all
US plug / works with all Qi capable devices inc. Nexus 4 & Nokia 920T/820T
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More info in this thread already started about the fasttech Qi chargers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36093590
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dk20005 said:
More info in this thread already started about the fasttech Qi chargers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36093590
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This is not the same charger as the one being discussed in that other thread.
To repeat the OP, this is the charger discussed here:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1197502
Mine arrived today. My early thoughts:
1.) It feels pretty cheaply made, but its a simple device and I can't really fault anything about it as far as build quality goes.
2.) The Nexus 4 has to be placed upside down for charging to take place. Bit of a shame, but no reason why you can't just use the pad itself upside down instead.
3.) Unlike the comments from another poster here, I was relieved to see my phone charge to 100% without any problems.
4.) The flashing blue LED is annoying and doesn't seem to do anything other than flash continually whether it is charging or not. I'll probably open it up and kill it, and/or simply tape over it with black tape.
All in all, pretty happy for the price paid, and glad to be able to reduce the wear and tear on the microUSB port.
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This is not the same charger as the one being discussed in that other thread.
To repeat the OP, this is the charger discussed here:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1197502
Mine arrived today. My early thoughts:
1.) It feels pretty cheaply made, but its a simple device and I can't really fault anything about it as far as build quality goes.
2.) The Nexus 4 has to be placed upside down for charging to take place. Bit of a shame, but no reason why you can't just use the pad itself upside down instead.
3.) Unlike the comments from another poster here, I was relieved to see my phone charge to 100% without any problems.
4.) The flashing blue LED is annoying and doesn't seem to do anything other than flash continually whether it is charging or not. I'll probably open it up and kill it, and/or simply tape over it with black tape.
All in all, pretty happy for the price paid, and glad to be able to reduce the wear and tear on the microUSB port.
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Why does it have to be upside down?
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Why does it have to be upside down?
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Sorry, when I say "upside down", I don't mean face-down. Rather, the charging port needs to be at the top. Obviously that's where the sensor / coil lines up best with the phone; can't think of any other reason.
FYI, use the code "LAUNCH" for 5% off. Credit goes to samlikely in another thread for this.
With this coupon, this charger comes to $33.13 shipped!
Alright, let me keep this simple. I was charging my Nexus 4 on my wireless charging orb yesterday. I did not notice that it was slipping off the orb since I was eating, and by the time I finally noticed, it fell to the ground. When I picked it back up, I noticed that the back of the phone was cracked. The crack on the backside was pretty bad that it actually affects the camera; when I try to take a picture, I noticed that there is a really bright area on the bottom of the picture (most likely from the cracks). I bought the N4 from day 1 and got it a week after, so I don't think calling Google Play support would help me there. If I call LG and explain to them that the cracks were caused by the phone slipping off the orb, would they allow me to send it in for repair under the limited warranty provided along with the phone?
UPDATE: I just called LG and just asked for how much it would be to repair it. Did not explain or anything. They told me that it could be $140-200; could be more, could be less. Is there any other cheaper alternatives to getting the back cover fixed? I really don't want to pay that much, but if there is nothing I can do, then I might as well.
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Alright, let me keep this simple. I was charging my Nexus 4 on my wireless charging orb yesterday. I did not notice that it was slipping off the orb since I was eating, and by the time I finally noticed, it fell to the ground. When I picked it back up, I noticed that the back of the phone was cracked. The crack on the backside was pretty bad that it actually affects the camera; when I try to take a picture, I noticed that there is a really bright area on the bottom of the picture (most likely from the cracks). I bought the N4 from day 1 and got it a week after, so I don't think calling Google Play support would help me there. If I call LG and explain to them that the cracks were caused by the phone slipping off the orb, would they allow me to send it in for repair under the limited warranty provided along with the phone?
UPDATE: I just called LG and just asked for how much it would be to repair it. Did not explain or anything. They told me that it could be $140-200; could be more, could be less. Is there any other cheaper alternatives to getting the back cover fixed? I really don't want to pay that much, but if there is nothing I can do, then I might as well.
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Seriously Doubt LG will repair it without cost... Mainly because you shouldn't have set the phone so close to the edge of the table/desk when it was being held up by rubber and magnets. Its not impossible for it to slip off.. Specially IF you have a case on the phone, which reduces the strength of the magnets grip.
No cheaper way to get it fix other than through LG.. At least none that I have found.
There aren't 't any magnets in the orb that hold the Nexus 4. I've heard the back late is easy to change. Maybe you can find one cheap on ebay or somewhere else and change it yourself.
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Could you please edit the title of your post? This is very misleading. The orb did not damage your phone. It's sudden stop on the floor is what damaged your phone.
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Could you please edit the title of your post? This is very misleading. The orb did not damage your phone. It's sudden stop on the floor is what damaged your phone.
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+1. Thanks
grubbster said:
Could you please edit the title of your post? This is very misleading. The orb did not damage your phone. It's sudden stop on the floor is what damaged your phone.
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Agreed
Should be I'm not that bright and leave the orb on the edge of my desk... Doh! Lol
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TheIntruder said:
Agreed
Should be I'm not that bright and leave the orb on the edge of my desk... Doh! Lol
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Gravity ftw.
@OP I'm gonna suggest you do a search for replacement back. Don't take me wrong, not trying to be a prick. I'm driving and wanted to let you known there might be an alternative. There are 1-2 threads, one guy asks people to pm him to buy the back. Also I think its simple to replace it by just removing the two screws. One thread a guy mentions he sent his back to LG and it cost him $64 total and two weeks. There are backs online about $35-50.
Hope that helps
Does anyone else have a hard time plugging in their phone? With my gnex I could easily plug in my phone and be done. However, with my g2, I have to sit their for a little bit and wiggle it around just to plug it into the phone. I was gonna stop by Verizon after work and look at their floor model but wanted yalls opinion before I did that and looked at getting a new one.
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It is tighter than my GNex but mine is not too tight. I like it tight. :highfive:
Yes, it's definitely more difficult than any other phone I've had.
It might just be good
It may be more stable if it's tighter and will be less prone to accidental disconnection? It might degrade faster though.
It is def tighter and goes "deeper" and kinda clicks and locks in. its also not straight in, kinda have to angle it down a little. Cant compare it to the GNex bc that was a crappy usb connection that would fall out easily. This is MUCH better
I think its the Charger that comes with the phone!
Its tight on my G Pro as well. But when I use say a samsung charger its extreamly loose on this phone.
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I think its the Charger that comes with the phone!
Its tight on my G Pro as well. But when I use say a samsung charger its extreamly loose on this phone.
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Mhmm, all the cables I have laying around I have a hard time plugging in directly. Having to angle it a bit just to plug it in.
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Mhmm, all the cables I have laying around I have a hard time plugging in directly. Having to angle it a bit just to plug it in.
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Could be the one im using then :/
I do know using any other cable even with the stock wall plug it charges slower.
It was very tight when I first plugged it in, I thought I had it upside down but either way was difficult. A few days later it's getting easier, so just give it some time and it will be fine.
Having the same issue here. Brought the phone home Saturday evening and thought I was going to break it. Went back to the store yesterday and they tried one in the back that was the same. As everyone else is saying, hopefully it gets a little easier over time. Hate the feeling that it's going to break jamming it in right now.
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Having the same issue here. Brought the phone home Saturday evening and thought I was going to break it. Went back to the store yesterday and they tried one in the back that was the same. As everyone else is saying, hopefully it gets a little easier over time. Hate the feeling that it's going to break jamming it in right now.
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Good to hear I am not the only one that feels this way, lol.
I will give it a few more days and go from there.
See
http://bgr.com/2016/09/07/galaxy-note-7-recall-explosion-house-fire/
This time I may go do the replacement. But what to replace to???
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See
http://bgr.com/2016/09/07/galaxy-note-7-recall-explosion-house-fire/
This time I may go do the replacement. But what to replace to???
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Alleged but hopefully they update that article see what happened for sure. Man hopefully Samsung is pumping out the replacement phone like asap. End of the week type a thing. Also they might ban note 7 in flights so that's crazy. I saw the v20 but boy its ugly to me...or I would just trade for that.
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The story doesn't make sense. Why didn't they take their phone?
Is sounds like people are trying to make them explode now.
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The story doesn't make sense. Why didn't they take their phone?
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That was my first impression.
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Complex757 said:
The story doesn't make sense. Why didn't they take their phone?
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Especially, if he is picking up his daughters. Should have phone in case communication necessary! Would be very sad if folks "creating" situations to take advantage of a problematic battery.
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Especially, if he is picking up his daughters. Should have phone in case communication necessary! Would be very sad if folks "creating" situations to take advantage of a problematic battery.
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Gear s2 lol? on AT&T. But the story
Sound made up
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Now thats a really crazy story, yeah pretty normal for people leaving phone charging at the garage, specially when picking kids from school, I mean why would you need a phone at that moment, normally I leave my phone charging at my backyard lol
This story is fishy too. He left the phone plugged in his garage while he went for a drive to pick up his daughter. Who leave there phone at home when they have to go pick up there kids. Seems a bit intentional if you ask me. Also who plugs their phone in to charge out in the garage?
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This story is fishy too. He left the phone plugged in his garage while he went for a drive to pick up his daughter. Who leave there phone at home when they have to go pick up there kids. Seems a bit intentional if you ask me. Also who plugs their phone in to charge out in the garage?
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So he doesn't burn the whole house. Just the man cave so you can get new man cave items? Just saying.
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I actually do quite often but I have a Gear S2 that's Numbersynced. If I'm only going to be out for about an hr or two and don't foresee needing my phone to browse the web, my Gear S2 works just fine. I can still answer my calls, make calls, get my email and text messages even if the phone is not with me or even turned off.
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Another US Fire
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Read my last post and look at the pics in the recall thread in the main Note7 forum. Something doesn't make sense. All three phones that fried I found pics of overheated similarly. Yet the plastic home button which is less than an inch away from the battery didn't melt. Plastic melts at 170 degrees. That's 5 degrees hotter than chicken should be cooked to eat safely. The digitizer (plastic) didn't even fry on one of the phones; the right side is completely intact. And I'm guessing the event should it occur is brief. The chemical reaction that causes the battery to fry happens, the battery is killed, and it and the phone start to cool. Even if its plugged in the parts on the phone that receive current will have been killed in the incident. There are two questions: 1) will it happen to my phone?, and 2) what will happen if it does? Based on what I've been able to dredge up I don't think the odds of "1" are as high as it's being made out to be and the damage caused by "2" seems to be pretty contained. Unless of course you want to get out of your car loan or mortgage.