Anybody know where is the water damage indicator in Galaxy s4??
I'm just speculating, but I assume so. It's one of the only ways they use to tell if your phone has water damage, and whether or not the warranty is voided.
But as I said I'm just speculating, they could have removed it.
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Hi, my phone started showing my screen in the attached today.
Basically it has all these lines running through it and I have to have the phone on max brightness to see. I've sent my phone screenshot to other people and they see my screenshot just fine. So I know it has something to do with my AT&T galaxy s4 screen.
I had someone else take my phones screen and sent it to me. I've attached it below
I was wondering if you guys know what's wrong with it? Is it a hardware or software problem? Can I get w replacement for it?
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The screen is messed up. I'd get a warranty replacement. What firmware are you on? A replacement will probably be on mf3.
I'm on MDL right now.
Do you think Odin may fix the issue as well? I'm away from home so I do not have access to pc yet. If not then should I call straight to samsung or at&t?
The phone screen is messed up even during booting and recovery mod. But I can still use the phone in home screen and lock screen only with max brightness and having those lines on it.
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If it was me I'd give odin a shot. That way you can confirm it's a hardware issue.
That is a hardware issue. A flex cable came loose and isn't sitting properly. You could take the device apart and check the flex connections. This used to happens to me all the time on my Nexus 7 until I hot glued that sucker down.
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graydiggy said:
That is a hardware issue. A flex cable came loose and isn't sitting properly. You could take the device apart and check the flex connections. This used to happens to me all the time on my Nexus 7 until I hot glued that sucker down.
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Great to hear that. At least it's a 'do it yourself' fixable issue.
If I open my galaxy s4, I will lose the warranty right? Should I contact Samsung first or go ahead and open my phone?
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haremmon said:
Great to hear that. At least it's a 'do it yourself' fixable issue.
If I open my galaxy s4, I will lose the warranty right? Should I contact Samsung first or go ahead and open my phone?
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It would depend to me what firmware you're on. If you're already on mf3 I'd get the warranty. But if you're on mdl then it would be a tougher choice. But I like to have a custom recovery and the ability to put custom roms on. A warranty most likely will have mf3.
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Great to hear that. At least it's a 'do it yourself' fixable issue.
If I open my galaxy s4, I will lose the warranty right? Should I contact Samsung first or go ahead and open my phone?
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No warranty stickers on or in the device other than moisture detection stickers. Just don't lose or strip the heads and you will be fine if you ever need to RMA.
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Simply opening it up won't necessarily void your warranty.
The connector for the display is on the upper right side by the volume rocker. (see attached image)
It's only a couple of screws and you'll need a spurger or guitar pick to open it up.
Simply press on the connector to make sure it's seated properly.
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Simply opening it up won't necessarily void your warranty.
The connector for the display is on the upper right side by the volume rocker. (see attached image)
It's only a couple of screws and you'll need a spurger or guitar pick to open it up.
Simply press on the connector to make sure it's seated properly.
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Nice! I'm assuming that is the board for galaxy s4. And will doing this most likely fix the issue?
Thank you for the image though
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Nice! I'm assuming that is the board for galaxy s4. And will doing this most likely fix the issue?
Thank you for the image though
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Pop it up then re-seat it. Should do the trick.
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haremmon said:
Nice! I'm assuming that is the board for galaxy s4. And will doing this most likely fix the issue?
Thank you for the image though
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Yep... that is an i337 board in the screenshot.
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Pop it up then re-seat it. Should do the trick.
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I'm finally home to be able to open up my phone and to pop it up then re-seat it but the problem still remains. Is it still a hardware issue?
The screen itself is more than likely shot.
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The screen itself is more than likely shot.
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Alright, I am thinking of exchanging this device through samsung. How do I restore this device from using a custom rom to factory stock through odin/triangle away. I also want to restore it without using the factory boot recovery as I am unable to see/navigate through that.
But my approach is (would like some input)
- Reset Counter using Triangle Away on a custom rom (task's at&t galaxy s4 aokp rom)
- ODIN (removes root and go back to at&t s4 stock rom - MDL)
- Reset to factory through "System Settings -> Backup & Reset"
Is that correct? I need it in stock form as Samsung most likely to check everything through my device and be able to fix the lcd screen.
Wanted to inform people that have tried to help me out... I sent my device to samsung and they were able to repair my phone as there were no solutions besides replacing my LCD screen for free due to warranty. I finally received my device back after waiting for 2 weeks.
nfortunately, they updated the firmware to mf3 and there are no ways to revert back even with my old nandroid i backed up using twrp. As of now, no safe rooting method is available for mf3
There is a Safe root method. The only way it is not safe is if the user screws up by not reading.
Sounds like they fully replaced the device. If they did not fully replace it, contact them and tell them that they had no authorization to update the phone. They were ONLY to repair the phone. Tell them you want a replacement with MDL and give them some BS story that you have vital applications for work that is not compatible with MF3 or something like that.
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There is a Safe root method. The only way it is not safe is if the user screws up by not reading.
Sounds like they fully replaced the device. If they did not fully replace it, contact them and tell them that they had no authorization to update the phone. They were ONLY to repair the phone. Tell them you want a replacement with MDL and give them some BS story that you have vital applications for work that is not compatible with MF3 or something like that.
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Sounds legit. Consent should be a must to make any changes to a users device that doesn't involve 'repairing.' But hey... What's customer service anyway? Lol.
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I don't think I'll return it as I am returning to school soon. The only thing that is holding me back from rooting is there are no methods to unroot/odin the s4 on mf3 firmware.
On the bright side my phone doesn't overheat as it used to be and lasting longer battery life. Not sure if it's mf3 firmware but it's doing fine as it is. Will wait patiently for a possibility for unroot/odin.
Keep this in mind.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2432876
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What would happen if I sent my galaxy s4 for repair for overheating issues and they found that my camera lens was cracked? Im sending it straight to samsung. I need some help and im wondering if I should just keep it here and not send it.
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If you are sending it to Samsung, make sure you never rooted it and if you did you ran triangle away to reset the flash counter and are completely stock on the official build or they will return it with out looking at it. If that is done then they may claim user damage and not repair but you may get lucky and the tech will replace the camera lens for you. Its hit or miss sometimes, but they will definitely claim the overheating issue is a rooting problem and you warranty is void even if root has nothing to do with it.
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Im going to return it back to stock. So even if I return my phone back to stock and reset flash counter they will still send it back? Thankyou for your detailed response though
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My phone ran hot as **** until I flashed back to a stock kernel.
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Mine did too.. its ran so hot that my screen literally burnt itself to where theres now a purple blur at the top of the screen
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I've got 2 random purple blobs and a green blob as well. It's sure if it's from running hot or what. Sprint repair center won't do crap for me unless I get a remanufactured one using my insurance, and not sending my only phone out for who knows how long for Samsung to look at it.
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Today my dad's nexus fell face down on ceramic and the screen broke, the screen turns on fine but from about the bottom half of the screen doesn't work.
The phone is rooted but he bought it in July so its still on warranty
Should I send it to Google for fixing in my coming trip to USA or should I buy a replacement and fix it myself?
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I don't think Google will fix it under warranty. You will probably have to pay.
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I don't think the warranty covers physical damage. You'll be better off getting a new screen from ebay and replacing it yourself.
Hello, I've got a question. I assume, that this little white square sticker in first picture is water damage indicator. Am I right?
And I wonder what is the difference between these two in pictures? One is black and another one is white. Is it possible that white one was drown? Or maybe these even aren't what I think? If that then what are they for?
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Mine had a NFC Icon.
Maybe is the NFC indicator?
It's NFC icon
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Just a sticker
It's there to show you where the NFC nodule is located. You can peel it off, or leave it on... it's totally harmless.
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Hello, I've got a question. I assume, that this little white square sticker in first picture is water damage indicator. Am I right?
And I wonder what is the difference between these two in pictures? One is black and another one is white. Is it possible that white one was drown? Or maybe these even aren't what I think? If that then what are they for?
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This is only NFC sticker on cover battery. You can remove it if you want
(The water damage indicator is still inside phone and never on cover battery)
Here is where you find the indicator:
Where did you get that from? Can you share it?
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Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47254358
Hello guys, Its being 1month my xperia ZL got replaced by Z. Now m facing a problem. My earphone flap is popping out for evry minute i close. I cant find any solution for it. I tried every possible solution. Thanks in advance!
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Hello guys, Its being 1month my xperia ZL got replaced by Z. Now m facing a problem. My earphone flap is popping out for evry minute i close. I cant find any solution for it. I tried every possible solution. Thanks in advance!
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Those flaps aren't really tough like the body. I suggest u should keep the phone away from Water.. If warranty exists, go to the service center and complain.. Next time, be careful with the flaps..
I've had my XZ since launch and it's fine - loose, but stays in when I close it. How have you been using the flap? Yanking it out with all your strength or something?
The only thing you really can do is get it replaced if it's under warranty.
I've always been carful with the flaps, but they are honestly the biggest physical design flaw of the XZ imho, and greatly improved in following models. The rubber seals roll and stretch just by closing and opening, and eventually will get caught and tare. I've replaced mine once already on the charge port. The port covers are a sloppy cheap design.
Also another reason I'm looking for an upgrade - mag charge cable so I don't have to keep opening the mini usb port.
Better flap design rather than higher IP Rating is way more important. In the case of XZ, it seems the flaps have been left out in terms of durability. I hope that's what newer premium models bring.
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Had a similar problem try cleaning it with a cotton swab.
There's also an old thread discussing the same.
Don't use liquids otherwise you'll void your warranty.
That being said I "CAREFULLY " used a swab and isopropyl alcohol to clean mine.
It might just be a dust problem on sides.
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Next time don't buy defective Xperia phones. I have the same issue...
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well you can order a new slot cover http://www.amazon.com/Black-Audio-M...8V5S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410593102&sr=8-1
and replace them your self
I jst cleaned it all with A safety pin...its fyn.Now m facing prblm with my charging port :-/,the rubber just popped out
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