Hi!
I just bought a Nexus 4 with broken touch screen which I replaced myself.
After I replaced it, I decided to start fresh and updated the device directly to stock 4.4 using fastboot commands and got stuck in bootloop (4 circles going on for hours).
Then I tried different factory images and managed to boot under official Android 4.2.2 and it worked flawlessly until I tried to update with 4.3 OTA (with radio .83)
I found out that downgrading radio from .83 to .48 (or .53) allows the device to boot under Android 4.3.
I'm now stuck at this stage because the same trick does not work after 4.4 OTA (from 4.3).
The issue seems to be acknowledged by Google but they don't seem to have an official software fix for it since they only go for a replacement.
I'm considering an RMA but since I replaced the screen myself, I'm facing the risk to be charged 200€ if my warranty gets void (if they really control the device as they say).
Anyone managed to fix this issue? It seems to be linked to the radio (can't go further than radio .48 / .53)?
Just found out that the jack/proximity/light sensor wasn't properly connected, probably after the screen replacement. It now boots under 4.4.2
Found people with the same issue on this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2595283
Just ended up reading it but my researches did not drive there earlier.
To conclude, bootloop under 4.3 and 4.4 can be related to a faulty (or just disconnected) sensor.
neoantho said:
Just found out that the jack/proximity/light sensor wasn't properly connected, probably after the screen replacement. It now boots under 4.4.2
Found people with the same issue on this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2595283
Just ended up reading it but my researches did not drive there earlier.
To conclude, bootloop under 4.3 and 4.4 can be related to a faulty (or just disconnected) sensor.
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I confirm my nexus also bootloops on android version >= 4.3.0 due to faulty sensor.
Basis of conclusion:
My nexus 4 also started bootloop suddenly. I tried installing 4.4.2 and even 4.3 from factory images but everytime it stuck at boot animation. The only version currently working is 4.2. I always used a software called smart cover but it started mus-behaving. so i downloading phone tester and proximity sensor finder from play store, both the programs told me they were waiting for sensor/they did not get data from proximity and light sensor.
Question:
is there any way to update to 4.4.2 without being stuck at bootloop without replacing the sensor?
thanks in advance!
varun037 said:
I confirm my nexus also bootloops on android version >= 4.3.0 due to faulty sensor.
Basis of conclusion:
My nexus 4 also started bootloop suddenly. I tried installing 4.4.2 and even 4.3 from factory images but everytime it stuck at boot animation. The only version currently working is 4.2. I always used a software called smart cover but it started mus-behaving. so i downloading phone tester and proximity sensor finder from play store, both the programs told me they were waiting for sensor/they did not get data from proximity and light sensor.
Question:
is there any way to update to 4.4.2 without being stuck at bootloop without replacing the sensor?
thanks in advance!
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Did you find a solution?
Not yet. I will definitely post if I am able to find one. Researching on the topic currently.
I've got the same problem with 4.3 bootloop. Could this be fixed with custom rom?
Try flashing 4.2.2 rom - custom or stock
I'm with 4.2.2... and that's not what I asked. I want 4.4.2. Is it possible to load custom kit kat with this kind of sensor problems?
Update:
I have been trying to update nexus. I tried to install radio version 98 and bootloader from 4.4.2 version to android 4.2.2 without updating system image. it works. so i think basically the issue is with the system image itself. looking for the patched system image now or a developer who can patch system image to ignore the faulty sensors.
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Update:
I have been trying to update nexus. I tried to install radio version 98 and bootloader from 4.4.2 version to android 4.2.2 without updating system image. it works. so i think basically the issue is with the system image itself. looking for the patched system image now or a developer who can patch system image to ignore the faulty sensors.
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I'm on 4.3 and the sensors dont work ... the proximity, gyro... nothing works... any solution?
Hello friends, i have a similar problem.
I went to replace the glass and warmed him a lot and damaged the lcd. I bought a complete lcd with touch, but when installing it the cel came in infinite boot, Flashed the 4.2.2 and booted but sensor is working by testing q I did for an app, the problem is they do not find my network and baseband ta as unknown, been through the radio's 4.2.2 (the version I am now). the motherboard was not with the screen when I get heated to the glass, were in housing with the display flex earpiece with proximity sensor and flex usb that has the microphone and led, everything is normal, the LED only that does not work. One would like some light please. I thought about buying the flex usb to see if it resolves, but does not want to risk spending for nothing. Thank you very much!
Sorry for my english, I'm using google translator
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Hello everyone I am very new to this area of computing (and this forum). However I have still ended up in the same hole as you guys are describing although it happened for a completely different reason. (BTW: I am rooted)
one day I tryed to play the android game NOVA 3 on my Nexus 7 on the highest graphical setting so I went and researched how to do this. I was pointed towards some kind of app called 'ChainFire 3D', Once I pressed the install button inside this app the Nexus 7 switched off and the next time I tried to turn it on I got the X logo of death (boot loop). I then tried to enter recovery and I got the annoying 'no command' error. I cant seem to remember how I rooted this thing but I do have access to the fastboot stuff ONLY (inside cmd).
if there is anyone who has any idea how to go about fixing such an issue without wiping everything on my nexus could they please get back to me ASAP.http://forum.xda-developers.com/images/smilies/fingers-crossed.gif
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Hello everyone I am very new to this area of computing (and this forum). However I have still ended up in the same hole as you guys are describing although it happened for a completely different reason. (BTW: I am rooted)
one day I tryed to play the android game NOVA 3 on my Nexus 7 on the highest graphical setting so I went and researched how to do this. I was pointed towards some kind of app called 'ChainFire 3D', Once I pressed the install button inside this app the Nexus 7 switched off and the next time I tried to turn it on I got the X logo of death (boot loop). I then tried to enter recovery and I got the annoying 'no command' error. I cant seem to remember how I rooted this thing but I do have access to the fastboot stuff ONLY (inside cmd).
if there is anyone who has any idea how to go about fixing such an issue without wiping everything on my nexus could they please get back to me ASAP.http://forum.xda-developers.com/images/smilies/fingers-crossed.gif
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You might be able to re install your android without clearing user data. Try to flash the device with Google provided factory images without the reset tag.
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varun037 said:
You might be able to re install your android without clearing user data. Try to flash the device with Google provided factory images without the reset tag.
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Thanks for the quick responce. Could you please describe in more detail what exactly you mean and how I would go about doing this because I only vagely know what you mean by flashing.http://forum.xda-developers.com/images/smilies/confused.gif
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Thanks for the quick responce. Could you please describe in more detail what exactly you mean and how I would go about doing this because I only vagely know what you mean by flashing.http://forum.xda-developers.com/images/smilies/confused.gif
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Follow this. It has the reset flag removed and will not wipe your data
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53176897
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Hi,
I am facing the same issue .. Nexus 4 is stuck at boot loader after screen replacement .. is there any solution that I can follow to resolve this .
Regards,
Ripu Daman
The same problem with me, i did replaced my phone screen. I didn't notice that could damaged the phone. :crying:
so, theres no way to solve ??
Only way is to downgrade the os version to 4.2.2 and stay there.
nexus 4 stuck at boot loop.
Hi guys i have the same problem as you are describing, o got a nexus 4 android 4.2.2 JQRW build I've flashed it from all different ways and i just got flash cm10.2 and carbon rom but only stuff jeallybean and as someone said here i used adb sideload to push the update 4.3 and got stuck at the boot but i flash the radio 84 to 48 and my phone boot Fine but i am stuck at jeallybean yet and i want chroma rom android 7
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Please we need a wise man to fix this problem. I am tired of flashing stock img and custom ron for nothing.
Hi everyone! I have a hardware related issue here.
I have replaced the screen (+digitizer in a whole) and since then it is randomly going off and on. Interestingly it even did the same in recovery (TWRP 2.3) BUT not with every software! Installing the TWRP 2.6 or above stopped it happening in the recovery.
I have tried various ROMs so far. The Eclipse ver3 did not flicker, but it has a problem with the registering on a network here in the UK. Stock + stock based ROM (Rage 1.2) are also switching on-off. I am currently looking for a working ROM.
Please let me know if someone with the same problem can find one.
Also tried to play with developer options like Disable HW overlays or Force GPU rendering with no effect.
I wonder if it is a different hardware version of the replacement screen or what else can it be? (screen came from etradesupply)
Update - problem solved
Good news. Installing CyanogenMOD 11 solved the screen flashing issues and everything seems to work right. Thank you developers!
Hello! I have a strange problem after the last update of Android 5.0.1 Somehow the touch light buttons (those near home button) doesn't work at all.
What can I do ? I flash the ROM, wipe everything, nothing seems to work.
I open to suggestions or if the is app that could fix this let me know!
Thanks in advance
I'm having the same problem but I'm not sure if its because of the last update or not.
I'm using an app called Back Button to workaround this for now.
Would also be interested in other solutions.
I have the same issue too but after a factory reset, touch light work
Hello all!
I have been struggling for a couple of weeks now with my MXP, it suddenly stopped auto rotating everything (All stock apps, desktop, installed apps), tried several fixes including cache cleaning, uninstalling recent updates, sensor fix tool apps (like Quick TuneUp), the issue appeared after the Nougat 7.1.1 update (NDP26.48-24-1) but I don't think it is related to it because it was working fine after I patched with the OTA.
Update: I found out that the accelerometer works correctly using Spirit Level app, I already factory reset my device 2 times with no change.
Hope someone can give me some light!
My x play in that all sensors are not working pls provide some solution....
Silverian said:
[...] my MXP, it suddenly stopped auto rotating everything[...]
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Did you check settings/display/rotate screen?
Don't know the exact wording, my device shows German.
Awesome kernel. Everything works fine. LOS 14.1
tag68 said:
Did you check settings/display/rotate screen?
Don't know the exact wording, my device shows German.
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I did, that was the first thing to check.
Hey there everybody! First of all, Brazilian here so sorry for any weird typos and mistakes.
I was attempting to flash a custom ROM in my Moto X Play XT1563. What I got was a fully flashed phone but with a lost IMEI (which I am already pretty certain I won't get back as I didn't back it up, yep I messed up) and an unresponsive touchscreen. It KINDA works if I tap randomly many times on specific spots of the screen but the phone becomes completely useless with it.
Most threads I found about this subject have led me to think that I need a new digitizer for my phone. My question is: is there anyway to know if replacing the digitizer will get the touchscreen to work again? I have tried to flash a stock ROM but it's still unresponsive
Thanks in advance!