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Hey guys, I'm about to buy a 2nd hand Nexus S from some guy on a local forum and we're going to do the exchange in person. What should I check on the phone before I give him the $$? Any common glitches common to this phone?
For example, I was using the Nexus One before this one, and I know the multitouch screen is wonky for some of the AMOLED models for that one, and the trackball gets dirt in it. Anything like that for the NS? Thanks guys!
rayrayw said:
Hey guys, I'm about to buy a 2nd hand Nexus S from some guy on a local forum and we're going to do the exchange in person. What should I check on the phone before I give him the $$? Any common glitches common to this phone?
For example, I was using the Nexus One before this one, and I know the multitouch screen is wonky for some of the AMOLED models for that one, and the trackball gets dirt in it. Anything like that for the NS? Thanks guys!
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I would say one of the most important things would to make sure the volume rocker and the power button feel solid. This is the most heard of problem in the nexus s forums. We haven't really experienced problems like burn in but you can check for that by running a full screen app like a game at max brightness.
Good point, the volume rocker on my N1 was starting to act up with age too.
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We haven't really experienced problems like burn in
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Speak for yourself on that one. The buttons at the bottom got burned into mine from having the display stay on while charging.
burn on screen dont matter if u can see buttons at bottom for search back home ect as there used alot and are off the main screen and volume and power buttons even tho mine are still like new after 2 years if they have gone than there may be more problems elsewhere always play music and volume brightest to see if anything wrong with screen and sound i would play a game
Make sure the signal works. That would be a sign of a stolen phone. Apart from that its the usual of checking scratches, any big dents, making sure the buttons are working ok
My screen is still as nice as when I bought it, but the entire thing is covered in ghost armor. Hate the glossy fat bezel and though. Even cased it shows tiny less shiny scuffs on it though its never been dropped or in anything but silicone and tpu. 99% of people wouldn't even be able to see it, but I'm anal. I went through 8 phones to find a good screen and no glass crease. Foolish when I ended up getting a galaxy nexus just 13 months after paying full price for it from best buy. Buttons all work too after 4+ hours a day of use.
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Make sure to check for touch sensitivity across the middle and bottom of the screen. I bought a second hand nexus s and didn't recognize the problem until it was too late.
The middle of the screen on my nexus s pretty much doesn't work sometime and starts working after I turn the screen off then on again.
Hope this helps.
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1: buttons work
2: call *2 or whatever the cellular company's number is (Sprint will happily verify an ESN if you are buying used)
3: screen
4: is it rooted? (I would rather root myself, so I know it is done right, If I buy used, I buy stock)
5: GPS Signal
Verify SIM connector pins are important too.
Closed, thread here talking about the same issue.
In future search before posting.
Thank you.
I am afraid the home button on my SGS4 is somehow defective. It still functions properly, but it is making all kind of cracking sounds. It almost feels loose. I checked on a SGS3 and a Note 2 and none of the home buttons were exhibiting the same behaviour.
So my question to you guys is, does your home button feel solid or is there and cracking with light touch?
Please take a look at the video I made.
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I am afraid the home button on my SGS4 is somehow defective. It still functions properly, but it is making all kind of cracking sounds. It almost feels loose. I checked on a SGS3 and a Note 2 and none of the home buttons were exhibiting the same behaviour.
So my question to you guys is, does your home button feel solid or is there and cracking with light touch?
Please take a look at the video I made.
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On mine, i can hear and feel a slight crackling noise with light touch without pressing the key all the way down. The button feels solid, tight and works just fine AFTER the initial press, but it bothers me that it does that. The shop people wouldn't consider this as a defect since it's so minor, but minor enough to annoy a fussy tech person like me.
Does anyone else have this problem?
Nice and solid on mine. No noises what so ever.
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My I9505 is perfect but my I9500 has the same problem as yours.
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Has it gotten worse or better since then? I wonder if it will go away after a few months of button mashing?
Just wondering (it might be stupid from my side, still...) did you remove plastic protective foil from the button. Usually it gets stucked on the button and it is hard to spot...
I switched my I9500 for a new one and the home button is now perfect with no cracking noises.
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I switched my I9500 for a new one and the home button is now perfect with no cracking noises.
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I have sold my sgs4. I might however buy a black one once the Google Experience ships.
MaTiCeK- said:
I am afraid the home button on my SGS4 is somehow defective. It still functions properly, but it is making all kind of cracking sounds. It almost feels loose. I checked on a SGS3 and a Note 2 and none of the home buttons were exhibiting the same behaviour.
So my question to you guys is, does your home button feel solid or is there and cracking with light touch?
Please take a look at the video I made.
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Same on my I9500. Annoying as S%#. Had it for a week and has not gotten better or worse
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On mine, i can hear and feel a slight crackling noise with light touch without pressing the key all the way down. The button feels solid, tight and works just fine AFTER the initial press, but it bothers me that it does that. The shop people wouldn't consider this as a defect since it's so minor, but minor enough to annoy a fussy tech person like me.
Does anyone else have this problem?
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Yeah, I got this problem as well! Mine is not loose just like yours, but if you press softly on the button you can feel it move before the key activates.
Then, when you put the phone away, the problem returns after 10 mins of not being used. As if the plastic material "expands" and gets jammed. It really annoys me, because the phone was very expensive for me 800USD here in Denmark! And i expect a perfect phone for that kind of money!
Have anybody got a solution to this?
I am not willing to return the phone because they are only going to send it to get repaired, and I can feel it in my gut that I will get a phone back with more errors than before lol.
And how have it developed since? Gotten worse or better?
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Yeah, I got this problem as well! Mine is not loose just like yours, but if you press softly on the button you can feel it move before the key activates.
Then, when you put the phone away, the problem returns after 10 mins of not being used. As if the plastic material "expands" and gets jammed. It really annoys me, because the phone was very expensive for me 800USD here in Denmark! And i expect a perfect phone for that kind of money!
Have anybody got a solution to this?
I am not willing to return the phone because they are only going to send it to get repaired, and I can feel it in my gut that I will get a phone back with more errors than before lol.
And how have it developed since? Gotten worse or better?
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Too early to tell. It's really irritating though. I resulted in downloading a software home button to use instead (to prevent it from getting any more worse). Swipe Pad and Pie Control are both good at simulating the hardware home button - no root is required either.
i just noticed a slight cracking noise on my home button as well. It is more apparent if you press towards the edges of the button, and kind of seems like a 2-stage click. annoying
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Too early to tell. It's really irritating though. I resulted in downloading a software home button to use instead (to prevent it from getting any more worse). Swipe Pad and Pie Control are both good at simulating the hardware home button - no root is required either.
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Thanks for the information! I like Pie Control best of the two!
Although, the problem wont solve itself by avoiding the button, so i think i will press it even more, just to see if the problem persists, gets worse or fixes itself. In my experience the button has gotten worse over the past few days. The shop wont take the phone back because they label it as "self fault" (dont know the english term), they think I am the problem and have not taken care of my phone. This is ridiculous! I have now sent at mail to Samsung Denmark to see if they can help me!
RTbar said:
i just noticed a slight cracking noise on my home button as well. It is more apparent if you press towards the edges of the button, and kind of seems like a 2-stage click. annoying
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This describes my experience as well!
I have tried using a small tool to "push" the button around in its socket, but to no avail, it's still the same problem. This is really getting on my nerve!!
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Thanks for the information! I like Pie Control best of the two!
Although, the problem wont solve itself by avoiding the button, so i think i will press it even more, just to see if the problem persists, gets worse or fixes itself. In my experience the button has gotten worse over the past few days. The shop wont take the phone back because they label it as "self fault" (dont know the english term), they think I am the problem and have not taken care of my phone. This is ridiculous! I have now sent at mail to Samsung Denmark to see if they can help me!
This describes my experience as well!
I have tried using a small tool to "push" the button around in its socket, but to no avail, it's still the same problem. This is really getting on my nerve!!
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Let me know how you get on with the button and Samsung support. Really interested to know what the outcome is.
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Let me know how you get on with the button and Samsung support. Really interested to know what the outcome is.
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I've got something very similar with mine. It feels slightly loose and not the solid feel it had when I first got the phone. I'm interested in how you get on too.
Mine moves slightly which is expected, but no cracking sounds and feels solid
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My home button does the same thing. Although I think it started after I tripped and dropped it at the top of a staircase and it bounced off every stair all the way down *facepalm*
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Power button is wonky too.
I'm really unimpressed by the overall build quality of this phone - especially for its price.
Oh well. "First World Problems"
My home button feels absolutely fine, on the other hand, my power button feels sticky and spongey when I press it, still works fine though.
Nothing like my Galaxy Note 2 which clicks when pressed.
Mine started "clicking" few days ago. It drives me mental when trying to navigate through at night.
I returned my previous nexus 7 with many problems there were touch issues, freezes, and udid not matching issues and I had to literally reset my tablet 10 times...even on the stock ROM there were issues..but this time I decided not to root it after getting an exchanged device ...everything seems to be good except the power button is lopsided....like one side sticks out while the other is almost level with the tablet and I also noted that the front facing camera isn't center...but with both problems the camera and button still works...do you guys think that the power button may stop working eventually? Everything else is fine with the device so I'm hesitant to exchange it again
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I returned my previous nexus 7 with many problems there were touch issues, freezes, and udid not matching issues and I had to literally reset my tablet 10 times...even on the stock ROM there were issues..but this time I decided not to root it after getting an exchanged device ...everything seems to be good except the power button is lopsided....like one side sticks out while the other is almost level with the tablet and I also noted that the front facing camera isn't center...but with both problems the camera and button still works...do you guys think that the power button may stop working eventually? Everything else is fine with the device so I'm hesitant to exchange it again
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You might have ocd..
Might want to have that checked and leave the tab button alone. :laugh:
Just a thought.
Lol actually I do
slamdunksaliby said:
Lol actually I do
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Hahaha, It hardly shows.
tweaked said:
You might have ocd..
Might want to have that checked and leave the tab button alone. :laugh:
Just a thought.
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I don't agree.
The buttons on all of my N7s have been different, the current one I have is solid and clicky and definitely not lopsided. If it's not aligned properly inside the case there's definitely a chance the ribbon cable will be sitting and bent in a position it wasn't meant to be in, causing it to fail prematurely. That's not OCD, that's simply poor manufacturing.
To the OP, I don't recommend exchanging it if everything else about your unit is good considering getting a good one right now is a crapshoot. I haven't looked closely at how accessible the buttons are when the back cover is removed, but one option would be to open it and see if you can fit the alignment or see if the buttons themselves are physically warped.
Regardless of what you do, I would suggest RMAing it at some point before your warranty is up.
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I don't agree.
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Dear sir, you may be lacking a sense of humor. DON'T PANIC!
Most people lack one and live normal lives. Altho lacking in fun.
tweaked said:
Dear sir, you may be lacking a sense of humor. DON'T PANIC!
Most people lack one and live normal lives. Altho lacking in fun.
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That's nice, I just wanted to give him an actual, helpful response considering I had this happen to me with a phone before.
OJ in Compton said:
That's nice, I just wanted to give him an actual, helpful response considering I had this happen to me with a phone before.
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Sure. No one was doubting you. Well at least no one so far. But you definitely missed the humor. Acting like you didn't is funny also.
Way to Help a fellow forum goer.:good: :good::highfive:
If my button was weird I'd return it also. But I figured that would be a "no brainer".
I didn't mean to start a fight haha thanks for the input guys....the button does work fine but I just hope the other side doesn't get flushed to the point where I can't press it either lol that's what I was mainly worried about
I've tried a few units where the buttons were perfect, just sticking out and with the solid click. It feels very nice, but it totally isn't worth trying to playing return roulette for the buttons given the even worse things that could be wrong with the replacement. They are remarkably rare. Most of the ones I've seen have the mushy buttons, often with one side more flush than the other (they aren't supposed to be flush)
You'll eventually get a case with a magnetic on/off and won't even notice the power button anymore.
I noticed that the back capacitive button is not as sensitive as the multi-task capacitive button. At first, I thought I wasn't pressing the back button at the right place, but after testing it, it turns out that the bottom of the lit area requires much more pressure before it registers a touch. I compared it against the multi-task button and the Galaxy Note 3. Unfortunately, it appears that my Galaxy Note 4 capacitive back button does not register touches on the bottom half unless more pressure is used. Interestingly, the back capacitive button responds to the slightest stylus touch.
I do have a Spigen screen protector on, but it does not affect the sensitivity of the multi-task button, so I figure it doesn't affect the back button, either.
Is anyone else experiencing this? Thanks in advance.
I dont feel like mines sensitive enough either sometimes.i have to press twice
I thought I was going crazy staring at every press on the back button. I have the same issue. Have to press it more then once. I just used my spen and noticed that the top of the back button above the arrow does not register a touch. The multitasking button does on the top and bottom.
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So is this a hardware issue? Should I return phone?
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Glad and sad to know that I'm not alone. It looks like a hardware issue to me, but it might be something that affects most of the phones. I'm waiting to see if other people reply to this thread without this issue.
This issue is annoying, but it's not worth exchanging if I receive a unit that's the same, worse, or has a bad screen (I read a review where the reviewer said his unit had dead/stuck pixels near the top, though it could be a review unit concern). I'm going to the Sprint Store to check out the display unit to compare it against mine. If the display unit has a proper back button, then I might consider.
Checked out the display unit and its back button was far more functional. Exchanged mine and the newer one also has a better capacitive back button.
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Checked out the display unit and its back button was far more functional. Exchanged mine and the newer one also has a better capacitive back button.
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I think I might return mine too. It seems like the top of mine is not very responsive at all. Did you have a glass screen protector on?
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Same here in Germany. SM-N910F
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Mine is also not as sensitive as I'm use to. Maybe it's meant to be that way though? It's a possibility Samsung did that to reduce the instances of accidental back button presses, but that's just a wild guess.
That makes sense but why don't we have many people complaining about it? Is this a real issue or people are thinking they are not pressing the button correctly.
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I think I might return mine too. It seems like the top of mine is not very responsive at all. Did you have a glass screen protector on?
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I'm sorry to hear about that. I had a Spigen Crystal screen protector on, but it did not affect the sensitivity, as the multi-task button worked perfectly. It was definitely a hardware issue solely. I applied another Spigen Crystal to the new phone and there are no issues (it came in a 3-pack).
I don't think many people are complaining about it because it's only affecting a small percentage.
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Mine is also not as sensitive as I'm use to. Maybe it's meant to be that way though? It's a possibility Samsung did that to reduce the instances of accidental back button presses, but that's just a wild guess.
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I don't think that it's intended. When I took it back to the Sprint Store, the sales rep tried it out and instantly recognized that it was defective. The display unit and my new unit both have proper sensitivity.
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I don't think that it's intended. When I took it back to the Sprint Store, the sales rep tried it out and instantly recognized that it was defective. The display unit and my new unit both have proper sensitivity.
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Well, I'm trying to get my unit replaced for a separate issue(screen is green towards the bottom and pink towards the top), so I will report back. Too bad every store in a 30mi radius is sold out.
Put it on "glove" mode ... helped mine
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I am having the exact same problem with the back button... my struggles with getting it to work properly led me to search for others with the same issue. I'm glad that I am reading that it is not all the devices and that exchanging the Note 4 for a new one may solve the problem, as it did for a previous poster. It is frustrating that the local Verizon store does not have them in stock, and doesn't know when they will... so I guess I'll wait it out - kills the high of getting to play with/setup the new Note 4...:
OK I exchanged mine today will report back. So far it seems a bit better but not by much. Also replaced phone and got one with a gap. Oh well rather gap then a bad back button.
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OK I exchanged mine today will report back. So far it seems a bit better but not by much. Also replaced phone and got one with a gap. Oh well rather gap then a bad back button.
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What kind of gap does your new phone have?
I have seen that screen uniformity issue in both the Note 3 and the Note 4. As far as I can tell, every Note 4 is going to have it to some degree. I was pretty upset about it with the Note 3 and exchanged it for one that wasn't as bad. I noticed it on 3 Note 4s, with some being worse than others. I hope you're able to get an improved one!
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What kind of gap does your new phone have?
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The gap is around the top left corner. Not bad but the first one I had was pretty much gap free. Doesn't really matter that much cause I have a case that covers it. Out of sight out of mind. So the back button seems to be better with new note. Glad I made the exchange. The only thing is that I lost my glass screen protector. Didn't want to take it off cause it would be useless to me anyways. So I applied a screen protector from my note 2. Works great covered the entire screen. The only thing it doesn't reach to the top. Just something to hold me over until I get some news ones. Also this phone seems to be much quicker than the last one. Could be a placebo effect. I also lucked on a new charger and spen tips. Guy at best buy left charger and tips. I just exchanged phone. :thumbup:
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I have seen that screen uniformity issue in both the Note 3 and the Note 4. As far as I can tell, every Note 4 is going to have it to some degree. I was pretty upset about it with the Note 3 and exchanged it for one that wasn't as bad. I noticed it on 3 Note 4s, with some being worse than others. I hope you're able to get an improved one!
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I think I am going to stick with this one. Plus best buy says you can only do one exchange in the 14 day period.
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I came across a bunch of threads and videos on YouTube of people saying that their home button is loose, wiggly, and sometimes unresponsive. (as in my case)
My s6 has an issue where it didn't respond to normal pressing on the left side of the button, and since I'm left handed caused a lot of miss clicks for me.
I went to samsung today and they've sent it to the technicians, hopefully I'll get a replacement.
Here's an example from youtube of someone who has an issue on both sides of the button. (only responds in the middle)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5IIAIl0Dfw
Since this is a manufacturer problem, I think Samsung should recognize this issue and replace units that have that issue.
Yup, had the same with mine, but only left side.
So many quality issues with this phone that I went back to iPhone6.
Apoxx said:
Yup, had the same with mine, but only left side.
So many quality issues with this phone that I went back to iPhone6.
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Mine is on the left side only as well, I'm not sure how the 14 days return policy apply to electronic devices in my country, I didn't even notice the problem at first, now that period has passed anyway so I gave it to Samsung under their warranty, hopefully they'll either fix it or replace the device and won't just claim it's not a real issue or something, it's a premium device that I paid a lot for, there shouldn't be issues like this with a premium phone.
They hand out refurbs under warranty. I would've kept it for something that minor.
I wonder if that's an issue that can be repaired though, like replacing the button or something. (using the manufacturer warranty of course)
Mine has the same issue. Left side presses do nothing until I get towards the centre. Right side is perfect up to the very edge. The button doesn't feel wobbly. But I put it close to my ear and tapping I could then hear the left side is rattling but the right side there's no rattling. I'm going back to the EE shop tomorrow about this. Two things concern me though. Is it possible to get one that doesn't have this issue because many people have said they've had a few replacements with the same problem. Secondly, I hope Oliv3 is wrong and I don't get a refurb replacement.
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Mine has the same issue. Left side presses do nothing until I get towards the centre. Right side is perfect up to the very edge. The button doesn't feel wobbly. But I put it close to my ear and tapping I could then hear the left side is rattling but the right side there's no rattling. I'm going back to the EE shop tomorrow about this. Two things concern me though. Is it possible to get one that doesn't have this issue because many people have said they've had a few replacements with the same problem. Secondly, I hope Oliv3 is wrong and I don't get a refurb replacement.
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My first S6 had the exact same problem. I got a replacement with a fully functional home key. Too bad a third of the screen had a really bad case of pink tint. Getting a replacement tomorrow. I wonder what will be wrong with that one...
I am getting a bit fed up with the inconsistent build quality of these phones.
This has ALWAYS been the case with the Galaxy series of phones.
I had 7 replacement S4s, YES 7!!! Because each replacement I got had a fault be it pink tint, green tint, banding on the screen, wobbly power buttons, wobbly home button etc
I finally gave up on my 7th handset and made do with a defective power button as it had a near perfect screen.
So basically, I would rather a wonky home button than half a screen that's pink.
Think twice about sending in for replacement.
My S6 has very unresponsive capacitive buttons, the back button especially doesn't register i've touched it 25% of the time.
But, the screen is good, so I'm living with it.
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They hand out refurbs under warranty. I would've kept it for something that minor.
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Refurbished phones like Apple does? So if i send my phone that has a little scratch on the frame i'll get one without it? Because i have the wiggly home button that doesnt respond to clicks on the sides, but i didnt want to send it to repair and be without phone for a couple of weeks, but getting rid of the scratched frame would make me send it.
They repaired it, though it took two repairs.
First time they've replaced everything besides the home button, which was the problem I've sent it in the first place. (They've replaced the entire display, charging port and god knows what else)
Second time they've replaced a bunch of stuff including the home button. (Random stuff like "battery sticker(?)")
Oh well, at least now it responds like it should, it's still a bit wiggly but nothing that bothers me as long as it works well.
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They repaired it, though it took two repairs.
First time they've replaced everything besides the home button, which was the problem I've sent it in the first place. (They've replaced the entire display, charging port and god knows what else)
Second time they've replaced a bunch of stuff including the home button. (Random stuff like "battery sticker(?)")
Oh well, at least now it responds like it should, it's still a bit wiggly but nothing that bothers me as long as it works well.
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Probs they send out refurbished products in the US only, you know to be on the same level of Apple. I think i'll wait then, the problem doesnt bother me that much.