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Hello. My AT&T S4 apparently has a brightness (or contrast) gradient; I can't tell which one. Basically, blacks appear much less 'black' towards the top of my display versus the bottom. I've flashed multiple ROMs and the problem persisted, including one that was on the T-Mobile firmware.
It is most noticeable in the notification bar, in either landscape orientation.
Is this a unique issue? Or does Android/Touchwiz naturally have a gradient now?
Hippoman13 said:
Hello. My AT&T S4 apparently has a brightness (or contrast) gradient; I can't tell which one. Basically, blacks appear much less 'black' towards the top of my display versus the bottom. I've flashed multiple ROMs and the problem persisted, including one that was on the T-Mobile firmware.
It is most noticeable in the notification bar, in either landscape orientation.
Is this a unique issue? Or does Android/Touchwiz naturally have a gradient now?
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Been through 2 myself already. First one was worse than the 2nd, but I have seen friend's that have had almost unifrom displays. It just the luck of the draw I guess - you need to just swap it for another one
Hippoman13 said:
Hello. My AT&T S4 apparently has a brightness (or contrast) gradient; I can't tell which one. Basically, blacks appear much less 'black' towards the top of my display versus the bottom. I've flashed multiple ROMs and the problem persisted, including one that was on the T-Mobile firmware.
It is most noticeable in the notification bar, in either landscape orientation.
Is this a unique issue? Or does Android/Touchwiz naturally have a gradient now?
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What ended up happening here? I ask because I have the same issue but I don't want to send mine back for fear of getting one with a locked bootloader. (I'm on vzw.) But it is kind of annoying when lookin at the screen.
alkit said:
Been through 2 myself already. First one was worse than the 2nd, but I have seen friend's that have had almost unifrom displays. It just the luck of the draw I guess - you need to just swap it for another one
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1454 said:
What ended up happening here? I ask because I have the same issue but I don't want to send mine back for fear of getting one with a locked bootloader. (I'm on vzw.) But it is kind of annoying when lookin at the screen.
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It turned out to be a hardware problem. I had to send mine back and the new one, which I still have, doesn't have any problems. Does the VZW model still not have a bootloader unlock? That's pretty crazy.
Hippoman13 said:
It turned out to be a hardware problem. I had to send mine back and the new one, which I still have, doesn't have any problems. Does the VZW model still not have a bootloader unlock? That's pretty crazy.
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Dang. I was hoping that wouldn't be the case. And no, the vzw one doesn't have an unlock. I'm on the MDK firmware, so i am able to do basically everything you guys are. But I assume the Newer phones would come with the newer firmware with prevents or from being able to bypass the bootloader lock. I'm about fed up with VZW. Thanks for the response.
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1454 said:
Dang. I was hoping that wouldn't be the case. And no, the vzw one doesn't have an unlock. I'm on the MDK firmware, so i am able to do basically everything you guys are. But I assume the Newer phones would come with the newer firmware with prevents or from being able to bypass the bootloader lock. I'm about fed up with VZW. Thanks for the response.
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You're welcome and good luck. Verizon's wrath has no bounds.
Hey guys,please help me out.Since the 2013 Nexus 7 is having a lot of issues and could be solved with updates,should I still buy it or wait for fresh set of models that come with problems-free in another a couple of months?I know warranty is there and everything but still I am scared.
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Hey guys,please help me out.Since the 2013 Nexus 7 is having a lot of issues and could be solved with updates,should I still buy it or wait for fresh set of models that come with problems-free in another a couple of months?I know warranty is there and everything but still I am scared.
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As someone who just returned his 3rd with dead pixels, my only recommendation is to buy from a place that you know will let you return it.
It seems to be a random **** shoot, I see all these people reporting they have units that are good, and then there's me and the others in the dead pixel thread.
An update has already been released to fix the multitouch and GPS issue.
laxinchili said:
As someone who just returned his 3rd with dead pixels, my only recommendation is to buy from a place that you know will let you return it.
It seems to be a random **** shoot, I see all these people reporting they have units that are good, and then there's me and the others in the dead pixel thread.
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One of my cousin lives in India and wants me to despatch one to him from Amazon,sound bad?So you are clearly saying that I should wait until Asus releases more fresh ones in a few months,right?
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An update has already been released to fix the multitouch and GPS issue.
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Does the update fix the issue?
And is it a good time to import one?
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Hey guys,please help me out.Since the 2013 Nexus 7 is having a lot of issues and could be solved with updates,should I still buy it or wait for fresh set of models that come with problems-free in another a couple of months?I know warranty is there and everything but still I am scared.
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I would buy without any hesitations. Don't read into many complains here, they will play with your head.
(just like IF I told you that your GF is cheating on you .. would it suddenly makes her look suspicious somehow ?).
Haha.... I'm looking forward to some factory-refurbished sales down the road.
No wonder credit cards rates are so high (know what I mean..).
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Does the update fix the issue?
And is it a good time to import one?
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https://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&...3.152.3.3.0...0.0...1ac.1.T66OUul4cOI&qscrl=1
nsnarayan10 said:
Hey guys,please help me out.Since the 2013 Nexus 7 is having a lot of issues and could be solved with updates,should I still buy it or wait for fresh set of models that come with problems-free in another a couple of months?I know warranty is there and everything but still I am scared.
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Like you said most issues are fixable by update which are rolling out now but depends on your preference. I was thinking the same thing but waited a month. The current hardware which is what I have rev. E, seem to be issues free. Have spoke to others both 16gb and 32gb who are so far issue free under this rev so it really just depends where you buy it if they're still on the initial stock or if they've gotten new batches. I bought mine off amazon, through amazon them selves, meaning no separate sellers on amazon and got lucky with no issues but as said under rev. E, now I'm not totally sure how true that is that's what was explained to me by someone else while we are waiting for the current update, so I guess your best bet is to talk to someone who is experiencing these issues souch as multi-touch, random reboot and GPS issues. See what rev the initial stock was. Other wise like you mention you can just wait a month or so which most issues should be ironed out by then but seems as if they're getting a good handle on that so should have to wait too long if you choose to do so.
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Hey guys,please help me out.Since the 2013 Nexus 7 is having a lot of issues and could be solved with updates,should I still buy it or wait for fresh set of models that come with problems-free in another a couple of months?I know warranty is there and everything but still I am scared.
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In a few months I'd be looking forward to the Kindle Fire HD 2's better hardware with the Snapdragon 800 CPU.
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I would buy without any hesitations. Don't read into many complains here, they will play with your head.
(just like IF I told you that your GF is cheating on you .. would it suddenly makes her look suspicious somehow ?).
Haha.... I'm looking forward to some factory-refurbished sales down the road.
No wonder credit cards rates are so high (know what I mean..).
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I got you on that,haha.Normally refurbished models come problem-free,right?I am considering waiting for it,then.What do you think?Bcz its a question of importing one.
The thing about 'lots of issue' reports is that folks are bound to announce when they are upset, but majority or folks enjoying the products is keep enjoying it instead of complaining. So, it may seem like there are a lot of issues, but it actually isn't widespread in any way.
I got one and loved it, but I returned it. I didn't any issues. I returned it because I want the LTE version instead. So, if you want to hold out, do it if you want the LTE version (just $80 more than the 32GB wifi version), not if you're waffling about quality issues. But if you are concerned, by it from a brick & mortar store so you have a return window.
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Like you said most issues are fixable by update which are rolling out now but depends on your preference. I was thinking the same thing but waited a month. The current hardware which is what I have rev. E, seem to be issues free. Have spoke to others both 16gb and 32gb who are so far issue free under this rev so it really just depends where you buy it if they're still on the initial stock or if they've gotten new batches. I bought mine off amazon, through amazon them selves, meaning no separate sellers on amazon and got lucky with no issues but as said under rev. E, now I'm not totally sure how true that is that's what was explained to me by someone else while we are waiting for the current update, so I guess your best bet is to talk to someone who is experiencing these issues souch as multi-touch, random reboot and GPS issues. See what rev the initial stock was. Other wise like you mention you can just wait a month or so which most issues should be ironed out by then but seems as if they're getting a good handle on that so should have to wait too long if you choose to do so.
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I think you gave an excellent piece of info.But how do i check what rev.E that Nexus 7 is?I read that the updates arent helping everyone,but I reckon the update should do the trick.But the worry is I am importing one,so!
Oh you mean waiting for refurbished models can take longer time?
Curare said:
The thing about 'lots of issue' reports is that folks are bound to announce when they are upset, but majority or folks enjoying the products is keep enjoying it instead of complaining. So, it may seem like there are a lot of issues, but it actually isn't widespread in any way.
I got one and loved it, but I returned it. I didn't any issues. I returned it because I want the LTE version instead. So, if you want to hold out, do it if you want the LTE version (just $80 more than the 32GB wifi version), not if you're waffling about quality issues. But if you are concerned, by it from a brick & mortar store so you have a return window.
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Can you please give me the link to brick and mortar store if they provide online service?
Thank you and you made a point!
nsnarayan10 said:
I think you gave an excellent piece of info.But how do i check what rev.E that Nexus 7 is?I read that the updates arent helping everyone,but I reckon the update should do the trick.But the worry is I am importing one,so!
Oh you mean waiting for refurbished models can take longer time?
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Reboot into bootloader shutdown the hold vol down+ power, the hardware rev will be toward the bottom. As I said not sure how true that is haven't checked into this my self but would be good to know.
Don't listen to people to tell you to ignore complaints. There is a 30-something page thread about dead pixels going on since launch for a reason, and another about build quality that is huge as well.
The multitouch and GPS problems have been addresses in a (timely) update.
However, if you or your friend care about dead pixels or dust under your screen, it is something that people are indeed experiencing (again - i opened a july mfg unit yesterday and it had 2 dead pixels - my 3rd nexus with dead pixels).
I think the real question here is: If your friend opened one up in India with a dead pixel, some light bleed, some dust under screen, or any other blemish, would he be able to deal with it?
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Reboot into bootloader shutdown the hold vol down+ power, the hardware rev will be toward the bottom. As I said not sure how true that is haven't checked into this my self but would be good to know.
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Oh,thank you so much and its called Hardware REV?So you have faced no problem whatsoever?
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Oh,thank you so much and its called Hardware REV?So you have faced no problem whatsoever?
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Yes as mine say I booted into bootload and it says hardware rev. e, yours should show what its on I think like 3 lines down on the device info in bootloader mode near the bottom.
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Don't listen to people to tell you to ignore complaints. There is a 30-something page thread about dead pixels going on since launch for a reason, and another about build quality that is huge as well.
The multitouch and GPS problems have been addresses in a (timely) update.
However, if you or your friend care about dead pixels or dust under your screen, it is something that people are indeed experiencing (again - i opened a july mfg unit yesterday and it had 2 dead pixels - my 3rd nexus with dead pixels).
I think the real question here is: If your friend opened one up in India with a dead pixel, some light bleed, some dust under screen, or any other blemish, would he be able to deal with it?
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You are absolutely right.If its software issues like GPS and Multi-touch,it could be solved over updates but dead pixels and light bleeding can get him helpless.So its better to wait for refurbished models?If so will they come a bit late?
But are these common issues with every phone in this intensity?
aerdely said:
Yes as mine say I booted into bootload and it says hardware rev. e, yours should show what its on I think like 3 lines down on the device info in bootloader mode near the bottom.
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Thank you so much bro and I am scared what if i encounter any hardware issues like Dead-pixels and light bleeding.And this product is getting imported and worse is it could not be accepted for return since the product is not yet launched in that imported country.
nsnarayan10 said:
You are absolutely right.If its software issues like GPS and Multi-touch,it could be solved over updates but dead pixels and light bleeding can get him helpless.So its better to wait for refurbished models?If so will they come a bit late?
But are these common issues with every phone in this intensity?
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Yes forgot about the dead pixel issue, that is true but not as all have it, its pretty much rolling the dice to see if your lucky enough to get one issue free, at least at the moment. So maybe to wait would be best or even a return but the return hasn't always proven true for me. I came from the Asus transformer which was riddled with ghost touch issues, went through 3 of them just couldn't get around it whether it was a return or not.
Planning to buy a g2 but read some people have issues with the screen with touchscreen issues. How common is this issue? Is this fixable by software patch?
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Planning to buy a g2 but read some people have issues with the screen with touchscreen issues. How common is this issue? Is this fixable by software patch?
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Very common. Do a search. Cause is still unknown.
thx for the reply.. is it independent on model version? I want to buy the korean version... not sure I will get one now considering it's pricey and prone to screen issues
It happens to every version. I had mine fixed a few months ago and it's happening again.
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It happens to every version. I had mine fixed a few months ago and it's happening again.
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that's a major letdown... so disappointing.. is it software or hardware fault?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4QOMB8UTx4
seems people say turning it off and restarting solve the issue
Cause is unknown..
yeahman45 said:
that's a major letdown... so disappointing.. is it software or hardware fault?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4QOMB8UTx4
seems people say turning it off and restarting solve the issue
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2521663
apparently an update fixed it??
edit: looking at the thread I can see a lot of people still having the issue.. unfortunately Lg G2 is a no for me although it seemed to be the perfect phone for me... going to look at the galaxy s4 now. Thx for the replies
I never had a problem and when I did have a screen problem it was because I had a JDI one and I fixed it. Its an awesome phone (Better than S4) so you should really try playing with it. Rooting it is also another option and I dont think custom roms give you the touchscreen problem.
sai777 said:
I never had a problem and when I did have a screen problem it was because I had a JDI one and I fixed it. Its an awesome phone (Better than S4) so you should really try playing with it. Rooting it is also another option and I dont think custom roms give you the touchscreen problem.
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No, this issue appears in plenty of custom ROMs.
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No, this issue appears in plenty of custom ROMs.
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Wow really, I must be lucky as I had no touchscreen issues in any roms.
sai777 said:
Wow really, I must be lucky as I had no touchscreen issues in any roms.
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Since when I had my phone repaired and they had to change out my prox sensor, screen, and digitizer, I really think it's a hardware issue.
Just had to have my D801 replaced by T-Mobile for an issue where the screen was picking up two finger touches instead of just one in a small area in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. Warranty replacement was easy but I wish this wasn't an issue.. I love this phone.
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jcnbama said:
Just had to have my D801 replaced by T-Mobile for an issue where the screen was picking up two finger touches instead of just one in a small area in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. Warranty replacement was easy but I wish this wasn't an issue.. I love this phone.
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I was going to do that with TMO, but they wanted $19.99 "processing fee" or something ridiculous. On top of that, I'd get a refurb device. I ended up going through LG - they had my phone for about two weeks.
Like I said though, the issue is back..
as i was going to buy the korean version without warranty... I think it is not a wise decision to do that seeing so many issues with the lg g2 screen... I am disappointed as this phone looked like my ideal phone with ideal screen size (not too big, not too small) with a good camera... but I don't want to take a risk on the screen issue.. I have the htc desire and it has issue with multitouch and it is very frustrating (can't even rotate on gmaps) ... I don't want this again lol
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I was going to do that with TMO, but they wanted $19.99 "processing fee" or something ridiculous. On top of that, I'd get a refurb device. I ended up going through LG - they had my phone for about two weeks.
Like I said though, the issue is back..
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That's weird. I only had to pay $5 processing. The guy said because I was on the JUMP program. Also I got like super expedited shipping for free. I suppose I may have gotten a refurb but a refurb I better than a broken phone. I just hope this doesn't happen again...
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guys im a htc one x user n a student so looking forward to buy lg g2? iv heard lot praise about this device
can some modder or user tell me hows devleoper support of this device for now and future?
also if i should buy any specific model do tell
thx srry if posted in wrong section
paras33 said:
guys im a htc one x user n a student so looking forward to buy lg g2? iv heard lot praise about this device
can some modder or user tell me hows devleoper support of this device for now and future?
also if i should buy any specific model do tell
thx srry if posted in wrong section
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i have a VERY bad experience with it
rebooting (automaticly)
freezing
overheating
unresponsive touchscreen
i should choose a samsung
The choice of model really depends on your carrier. The phone is still a good device if you can find one that is OEM with no replacements. I've had a bad experience with replacement screens and finding one that doesn't eventually crap out. If you can find one lightly used that hasn't had a replacement yet then you'd be well off.
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The choice of model really depends on your carrier. The phone is still a good device if you can find one that is OEM with no replacements. I've had a bad experience with replacement screens and finding one that doesn't eventually crap out. If you can find one lightly used that hasn't had a replacement yet then you'd be well off.
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i don't know or u mean my but it was pure software that the touchsreen was unresponsive
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i don't know or u mean my but it was pure software that the touchsreen was unresponsive
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On my case it was not a software problem. The touchscreen issues happened even with different Roms.
So I can't find a definitive answer as to wether ghost touches are one of those quirks that I have to deal with on an essential (due to it's crappy panel) or if it's a defect that can (possibly) be addressed with a RMA. Anyone on here have first hand experience on this? Happens to me at least once ever 1 to 2 days.
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So I can't find a definitive answer as to wether ghost touches are one of those quirks that I have to deal with on an essential (due to it's crappy panel) or if it's a defect that can (possibly) be addressed with a RMA. Anyone on here have first hand experience on this? Happens to me at least once ever 1 to 2 days.
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I am dealing with the same issues on my original unit.
It is a manufacturing fault so just do an RMA, contact Essential and they will send you a replacement after you provide some information to them.
Personally I recorded this happening on my PH-1 display with another phone then uploaded the video to my Gdrive and sent them the link when I created my RMA case. After which they contacted me and asked a few questions. Like whether I have a screen protector on or not, it was happening for me in both cases.
To be honest it's been nothing but pleasure for me to deal with their customer service team, they're great and they seem to he aware of the ghost touch issues.
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Would I be able to RMA the phone if I bought it from someone else.
Obviously when I bought the phone it seemed perfect, in fact the ghost touches didn't happen for well over a week but not they seem to be happening more often that not.
Never done an RMA so in aware of the whole process, also in UK.
That's a tough one Primey86, I knew this phone had it's faults before I purchased so I made sure to purchase it through Amazon and sold by Amazon for this very scenario. I'm assuming essential is going to ask me for date & proof of purchase before helping me. Good luck to you.
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Would I be able to RMA the phone if I bought it from someone else.
Obviously when I bought the phone it seemed perfect, in fact the ghost touches didn't happen for well over a week but not they seem to be happening more often that not.
Never done an RMA so in aware of the whole process, also in UK.
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Don't suppose anyone is willing to help a brother out and use their proof of purchase for my phone do they?
Will they having matching IMEI with the receipt?
I really want to keep this phone but the ghost touches drive me insane sometimes lol .
Primey86 said:
Would I be able to RMA the phone if I bought it from someone else.
Obviously when I bought the phone it seemed perfect, in fact the ghost touches didn't happen for well over a week but not they seem to be happening more often that not.
Never done an RMA so in aware of the whole process, also in UK.
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I bought mine from an eBay seller. It was in a brand new unopened box and the seller bought it from Amazon US, so they provided me with an original purchase receipt.
Yes Essential will request it, so I suggest you contact the person you bought it from to see if they don't mind supplying you with their original purchase receipt. Once you get past that stage you should be all good.
I think even if you can't get the original receipt from the seller it's worth a try to ask Essential if they will replace it since it's confirmed to be a hardware issue.
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Just an update on the situation.
Doesn't look like essential want anything to do with me despite numerous emails back and forth.
It's a pity that they are well aware of the hardware fault on a batch of essential phones but are not willing to help fix it, shame on them!!
Disappointed would be an understatement as I love the phone, just wish I didn't have these damn ghost touches.
Peace.
I have this issue occasionally. If I just turn the screen off then back on it stops it. I've had my PH-1 for a year now and it happens so infrequently I never bothered to do anything about since I can make it stop just by turning the screen off then on.
Do we know what the manufacturing fault is that causes the ghost touches as I may look to fix this fault myself.
Is it just a dodgy screen panel or something completely different?
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Do we know what the manufacturing fault is that causes the ghost touches as I may look to fix this fault myself.
Is it just a dodgy screen panel or something completely different?
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I heard someone say somewhere that it's a dodgy ribbon cable that connects the LCD to the motherboard. Although I'm not 100% on that.
It still happens on my grey PH1 but only like 1-2 times a day if I'm using it. As soon as I found out about the issue I contacted Essential and they sent me a replacement after going through RMA.
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I heard someone say somewhere that it's a dodgy ribbon cable that connects the LCD to the motherboard. Although I'm not 100% on that.
It still happens on my grey PH1 but only like 1-2 times a day if I'm using it. As soon as I found out about the issue I contacted Essential and they sent me a replacement after going through RMA.
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So even though they've replaced your handset the ghost touch still occurs?
Do you think replacing my screen will sort the problem?
I really want to keep this phone but it seems to be getting worse.
Primey86 said:
So even though they've replaced your handset the ghost touch still occurs?
Do you think replacing my screen will sort the problem?
I really want to keep this phone but it seems to be getting worse.
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They sent me a white Essential phone as a replacement, but I didn't have to send the faulty Halo grey one back because they messed up on the first replacement they sent me which had a stuck pixel on arrival.
You cant replace the screen afaik because there are no spare parts for this phone, the only 2 things you can do is either open a case with Essential and ask that they RMA it. Or just live with the ghost touch issue, if it's not happening that frequently.
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They sent me a white Essential phone as a replacement, but I didn't have to send the faulty Halo grey one back because they messed up on the first replacement they sent me which had a stuck pixel on arrival.
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Oh wow that was good of them! Wish they were that helpful towards me!
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You cant replace the screen afaik because there are no spare parts for this phone, the only 2 things you can do is either open a case with Essential and ask that they RMA it. Or just live with the ghost touch issue, if it's not happening that frequently.
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I've found some replacement screens on eBay but they're quite expensive that's if the screen isn't the problem towards the ghost touches.
I seem to get more ghost touches when the battery is low, not so much when it's fully charged.
Primey86 said:
Oh wow that was good of them! Wish they were that helpful towards me!
I've found some replacement screens on eBay but they're quite expensive that's if the screen isn't the problem towards the ghost touches.
I seem to get more ghost touches when the battery is low, not so much when it's fully charged.
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Well they kinda had to be, I provided the original purchase receipt showing the device was bought directly from Amazon US in the summer (by someone else). Also I said the ghost touch issue seems to be well known and documented across the Internet, plus I supplied a short video of showing touches happen while I wasn't interacting with the screen itself. So I kinda put them in a position where they couldn't say no.
Personally I wouldn't advise to replace the screen yourself, you're likely to do more harm than good, but it's up to you. There's a reason the Essential phone was given a score of 1 on the iFixIt website lol
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