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Ant under screen

There is an ant under my screen. I am not sure how it got there and I wasn't too happy when it stopped moving... I think it's dead.
Any advice on getting it out...
I already tried a vacuum cleaner, that didn't work.
I would open the device but I am not sure if there is adhesive between the lcd and glass panel.

Oh my this looks like a job for the Ant busters who you gonna call?888888888 ANT BUSTERS.
THERE'S SOMETHING STRANGE
IN THE XDA HOOD
AND IT DON'T LOOK GOOD
WHO YOU GONNA CALL?
ANT BUSTERS.
AN ANT IN A GALAXY TAB
THEY CALL IT THE 10.1 SLAB
WHO YOU GONNA CALL?
ANT BUSTERS.
PLAYING AND CRAWLING AROUND
ITS BREACHED IT'S WAY INBOUND
WHO YOU GONNA CALL?
ANT BUSTERS.
IT JUST DROPPED DEAD
BANG IN THE MIDDLE (ENOUGH SAID)
WHO YOU GONNA CALL
ANT BUSTERS.
I AIN'T AFRAID OF NO ANT
BECAUSE HE (ANT) HEAVY HE'S MY BROTHER.

Lmfao... I'm sorry.. This just made me laugh... I'm sorry about the ant though.. I believe you will have to take it apart if you can't shake it out. You're going to have to google a repair video for the 10.1. Lmk how it works out for you.
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Nothing productive to add just.... PMSL! ;-)
How the f&$k did it get in there? The only real place I can see on mine is the headphone socket.
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Well its scientifically proven, ants love Android.

LOL @ Ant buster...
Yeah I am guessing I will have to open it. The thing is I don't know if there is adhesive between the lcd and the glass. None of the disassemble videos I've seen removed the lcd panel. I guess I will have to do it on my own...
wish me good luck.
STUPID ANT.
I am guessing not even the ant buster could save me now.

Not really a guide, but maybe this will give you an idea: http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Installing-Samsung-Galaxy-tab-10-1-digitizer/8346/1

ROFL!
anyway, yes u have to open it. if you are unsure, watch some youtube videos on how to disassemble it. Good Luck. LOL!

This made my day XD But on a serious note, just follow the procedure of removing/fixing a screen

lol i'm sorry for no help but this is a very funny problem

Picture or it didn't happen.

djowett said:
Picture or it didn't happen.
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Poor ant

djowett said:
Picture or it didn't happen.
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I am surprised this didnt come up sooner. But yes post pics!

Dude thats the funniest thing I have ever heard....hahahaha....sorry
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MapleSyrup said:
Not really a guide, but maybe this will give you an idea:
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Thanks for being the only one that offered any help.
I guess the screen is glued to the LCD with adhesive...
sigh... I really don't want to go through all of that just to remove an ant.
Here are the pics

..and i thought Samsung started their organic design recently with the s3
i´m sorry

Have you tried compressed air?

I believe that this bug is fixed in the ICS upgrade.

If you have any dead pixels, or any other hardware issues send it in for that and likely Samsung will remove the bug. I've used this app to check for dead pixels on my screen and have found a couple. Wasn't worth sending it in for a repair but if I had a bug in my screen I would. Good luck.

NNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

It finally happened I have a big dead area on my Atrix. I can no longer type the letters T, G or V. It's weird, in Multi Touch Tester when I put my finger there, it shows points on both sides of the column. It has rendered my Atrix nearly useless. I tried formatting everything and reloading a ROM in CWM and it is still busted. I guess this is the end. Sadly, I can't get a new phone for a few more days.
I'm really disappointed by this. I don't even know what new phone I would get....
Is it even worth replacing the digitizer? It was woring fine this morning, this happened after dinner. A sad, sad day indeed

Sir_Brizz said:
It finally happened I have a big dead area on my Atrix. I can no longer type the letters T, G or V. It's weird, in Multi Touch Tester when I put my finger there, it shows points on both sides of the column. It has rendered my Atrix nearly useless. I tried formatting everything and reloading a ROM in CWM and it is still busted. I guess this is the end. Sadly, I can't get a new phone for a few more days.
I'm really disappointed by this. I don't even know what new phone I would get....
Is it even worth replacing the digitizer? It was woring fine this morning, this happened after dinner. A sad, sad day indeed
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There is a fix but it's risky, try to find it here.

I think he's talking about the PDS partition fix, might make it easier to find now.

KH_Lionheart said:
I think he's talking about the PDS partition fix, might make it easier to find now.
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Maybe he can give it a try but it's not the problem, I know because it also happened to me once.

Moved to q&a
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Yeah, tried PDS fix. Also tried fruit cake back to stock and PDS fix again, same problem.
Unfortunately I can't even use the phone in this state. Too much of the screen is hosed. I guess it's back to the 3GS (DOH!!!) and getting a new phone next week.
Not. Happy.

Am still using my fix for months now and screen works great.
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Just buy a new digitiser from eBay. Worked for me.
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i have the same problem (again)
fist time i hat a part of the upper screen not working now its also the letters t,g,v that seem to be dead areas.
my guesses are that i had my device running under too much heat, as i stresstested it for some periode of time with 80+°C and the letters are near the area of the cpu which was causeing much heat. well now it's just some 30-40 bucks for a new digitizer and 15mins of work for replacement.
little tip: install a cm7-rom and enable 180° rotation so you can use ur phone even in portrait mode. if you have probs with lower screen area just rotate your device

If you get a new digitizer with the frame its pretty easy to fix yourself, not particularly expensive and you should be able to return it easily if it's faulty. Check ebay.
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just replace broken screen, or send to service

tomh235 said:
If you get a new digitizer with the frame its pretty easy to fix yourself, not particularly expensive and you should be able to return it easily if it's faulty. Check ebay.
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This!
I tried with an "OEM" digitizer off eBay and it was faulty. Got an original used one off eBay with bezel attached in good Nick and it was much easier to fit and works like a charm.
One word of warning, remove the LCD before pushing the digitizer cable through the phone.

Same happened with me and that was after the repair shop tried three replacements lol.
I haven't heard of any problems with the ones with the bezels though!
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Yea I have three unresponsive bands on my atrix screen and no upgrade options until the winter lol. Also, my headphone jack doesn't work!
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Does anyone know what causes this problem. Is it heating issues from overclocking?
Starting to get worried after reading about so many fellow atrix users with the dodgy digitizer issue.
I've had mine for one year with another year left until an upgrade so hoping mine doesn't go the same way.
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debt collector said:
Does anyone know what causes this problem. Is it heating issues from overclocking?
Starting to get worried after reading about so many fellow atrix users with the dodgy digitizer issue.
I've had mine for one year with another year left until an upgrade so hoping mine doesn't go the same way.
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I wish I knew this as well. It must be some sort of separation between the digitizer and the screen because wedging something between the battery and fingerprint reader can improve the touch sensor.

debt collector said:
Does anyone know what causes this problem. Is it heating issues from overclocking?
Starting to get worried after reading about so many fellow atrix users with the dodgy digitizer issue.
I've had mine for one year with another year left until an upgrade so hoping mine doesn't go the same way.
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I think its overheating in general. I've never over locked this phone and even simple browsing through xda heats the CPU up to 55-60 degrees.
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debt collector said:
Does anyone know what causes this problem. Is it heating issues from overclocking?
Starting to get worried after reading about so many fellow atrix users with the dodgy digitizer issue.
I've had mine for one year with another year left until an upgrade so hoping mine doesn't go the same way.
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Mine is a little over 9 months old (got it with contract last November I think) and as I speak, my digitizer is dying as well Not only that, mine has serious bootloop problems and also Sleep of Death very often. Oh well, one more year to go
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Please move to Q & A

maggedo said:
Please move to Q & A
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Do you ever post anything useful?

Small dots appearing on nexus screen

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Tmogalaxys2 said:
Hey guus. I got my nexus 7 yesterday, rooted it, and flashed aokp. However, I've been noticing small white dots appearing on the screen. I'm able to scratch the off with my finger but they keep coming fast at a fast pace? Is this some kind of defect, or is it common? I know every device has at least one common problem.
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small white spots appearing on screen that you can scratch off with your finger?
is this a joke thread?
ok one of two things:
1.when you use google now.. say it dont spray it
2. stop using your nexy to watch uporn.
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chismay said:
small white spots appearing on screen that you can scratch off with your finger?
is this a joke thread?
ok one of two things:
1.when you use google now.. say it dont spray it
2. stop using your nexy to watch uporn.
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Dude its not spit, its like almost glass. I took one of and its sharp. But the screen doesn't look damaged
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Ok so called staples, brought it to them and they said it was a knon issue on nexus 7's and my screen has a defect. They gave me new one one the spot. So mods, can you please close this thread, its not needed anymore. Thanks!

Tmogalaxys2 said:
Ok so called staples, brought it to them and they said it was a knon issue on nexus 7's and my screen has a defect. They gave me new one one the spot. So mods, can you please close this thread, its not needed anymore. Thanks!
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matey really i didnt mean it:laugh: , just a little joke so its actually like shards coming off the screen? never read about it seems really weird ,. hope all goes well with the new one bruuu :good:

its the protective coating separating there was someone else having a similar issue but it was one big spot at the bottom of the screen where it was coming off.. Did you ever clean the screen with ammonia products like Windex .This can cause issues with the coating .Other people have commented on dots being on the glass itself as well..
So yes i have heard of this but it sounds like yours is the extreme of the condition..
glad you got it replaced

erica_renee said:
its the protective coating separating there was someone else having a similar issue but it was one big spot at the bottom of the screen where it was coming off.. Did you ever clean the screen with ammonia products like Windex .This can cause issues with the coating .Other people have commented on dots being on the glass itself as well..
So yes i have heard of this but it sounds like yours is the extreme of the condition..
glad you got it replaced
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I don't really know. They just looked at the tab and asked for my warranty proof and just replaced it lol. No questions asked. I never cleaned with liquids just one micro fiber cloth. Its brand new so...
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chismay said:
matey really i didnt mean it:laugh: , just a little joke so its actually like shards coming off the screen? never read about it seems really weird ,. hope all goes well with the new one bruuu :good:
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No hard feelings
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[Q] I may RMA : Can you please check your N10 Screen alignment

OK, I realise this may be nit-picking but I wanted to check if this is normal.
My screen doesnt look symetrical in the sense that one side has a black border between the screen and the black bezel (the right hand side) but the left hand side is flush against the black border/bezel.
I have attached the pics and would really appreciate someone to have a look at their N10 as a comparison :good:
Thanks in advance.
On another note Im loving the N10 to the max!

Mine is symmetrical. Never thought about checking that.
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jjdevega said:
Mine is symmetrical. Never thought about checking that.
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Had a feeling about that ! My Gnex is symentrical and to be honest in the most weirdest way when I use the N10 it doesnt feel right like this..... !! ....I was also feeling like I was picking holes in it....but I am loving the N10.....
I really noticed it because it wasnt symetrical I guess....and I just noticed it.
Gona RMA this badboy...real sad to say it though !
Thanks for checking...much appreciated!

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Had a feeling about that ! My Gnex is symentrical and to be honest in the most weirdest way when I use the N10 it doesnt feel right like this..... !! ....I was also feeling like I was picking holes in it....but I am loving the N10.....
I really noticed it because it wasnt symetrical I guess....and I just noticed it.
Gona RMA this badboy...real sad to say it though !
Thanks for checking...much appreciated!
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I checked mine too and it the screen fit exactly. I guess you must be missing some screen as it is below the bezel???

chezzzuk said:
I checked mine too and it the screen fit exactly. I guess you must be missing some screen as it is below the bezel???
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Again thanks for checking, its really appreciated. I'm sad to let it go but will wait to see what the replacement brings. Will hope its without issues.

chezzzuk said:
I checked mine too and it the screen fit exactly. I guess you must be missing some screen as it is below the bezel???
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Probably misalignment, not missing screen
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Mine has it but not as bad as yours. Mine has a very little gap on both sides. Looks very normal on mine.
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leyvatron said:
Mine has it but not as bad as yours. Mine has a very little gap on both sides. Looks very normal on mine.
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Ye that scenario would be fine......on my one my eyes are drawn to it depending on the app or what I am doing.
But ye, as someone said earlier it does look misaligned thats all but I think my eye prefers things that are symmetrical.
RMA time

Mine has it, but not nearly as noticeable as yours. I have yet to be plagued with any other issue though, and since mine is not very noticeable, I'm just gonna keep it.

chiccitstix said:
Mine has it, but not nearly as noticeable as yours. I have yet to be plagued with any other issue though, and since mine is not very noticeable, I'm just gonna keep it.
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I would have kept it for sure...especially if it was like you are describing your N10. Just a hassle doing a RMA.

Build quality

My note has a loose speaker grill on the right. I was wondering if anyone else has this issue or others.

The only questionable thing I have, which may be normal, is the infrared port. It protrudes about a millimeter or so from the top edge. Is this normal?
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Mine has the right speaker loose as well.
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I read that the note 3 has a loose home button that can shift, it's this an issue in the tablet too?
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fryguy18 said:
I read that the note 3 has a loose home button that can shift, it's this an issue in the tablet too?
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Mine is pretty sturdy. No "play" in it at all. I've had it for 4 days.

+ 1... Mine is nice and tight and doing well so far... No complaints
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daddydark said:
My note has a loose speaker grill on the right. I was wondering if anyone else has this issue or others.
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The grills on both sides should be steady without any movement possible. Well i don't have a loose right speaker grill nor any other flaws on the device

PheneoN said:
The grills on both sides should be steady without any movement possible. Well i don't have a loose right speaker grill nor any other flaws on the device
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It shouldn't, but this is Samsung we're talking about. A number of users already confirmed that they're having the same issue on multiple threads. I'm guessing this is happening because of the S Pen slot. It shouldn't be doing that, but we're used to Samsung doing this.

Yes. Fixed it right up with some silicone sealant.
Regards,
John Francis
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Count me in as someone with a loose right grill..

Luckily I didn't have any defects.
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Good news Bad news
The Bad news is I am not the only one that has a tablet with this issue. The Good news is there are PERKS to be gained if you have you to exchange. If you know what I mean :laugh:

Samsung, like any manufacturer has issues, I think you will find the QC at Samsung is among the best. I wonder too, is the first thing some people do when getting something is look for defects? I mean, yeah, if they pop up while using it, then you go from there, but I like to actually use and enjoy my device first
As for the issue, my right speaker grille does have a VERY TINY bit of play if you tap it, it's not noticeable in normal use and will NOT affect anything important. A user fixed it easily, so if it is bothersome, you can always do what he did.
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Yes. Fixed it right up with some silicone sealant.
Regards,
John Francis
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californiarailroader said:
Samsung, like any manufacturer has issues, I think you will find the QC at Samsung is among the best. I wonder too, is the first thing some people do when getting something is look for defects? I mean, yeah, if they pop up while using it, then you go from there, but I like to actually use and enjoy my device first
As for the issue, my right speaker grille does have a VERY TINY bit of play if you tap it, it's not noticeable in normal use and will NOT affect anything important. A user fixed it easily, so if it is bothersome, you can always do what he did.
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I dont have patience for QC issues, if I spend my hard earned money I want it close to perfect or its going back. There is no way I would ever fix their mistakes.

daddydark said:
I dont have patience for QC issues, if I spend my hard earned money I want it close to perfect or its going back. There is no way I would ever fix their mistakes.
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You will never find perfection, not in anything made my the hands of man anyway. There is not one company out there that puts out 100% perfect products, not one.

It's the price of being an early adopter Computer manufacturers make all kinds of revisions, heck the early LCDs had ghosting. These days though almost everything feels like beta.

richB7 said:
The only questionable thing I have, which may be normal, is the infrared port. It protrudes about a millimeter or so from the top edge. Is this normal?
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I also have this issue. I don't know if I should return it. The right speaker is loose
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zeraworld said:
I also have this issue. I don't know if I should return it.the right speaker is loose
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Do you guys ha little scratches on the back cover like when u look at the back cover you can see like little white spots

zeraworld said:
I also have this issue. I don't know if I should return it. The right speaker is loose
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Do you guys have little scratches on the back cover? Like when you look at the back cover you can see like little white spots.
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No.

creaking?
My device is terribly creaking, it feels kind of cheap...do you have the same issues? -.-

Exchanged my note for a new one. This one has no build issues and i get some more galaxy perks.