Hello Mi A1 users.
Today I'm complaining about something that's happening to Mi A1. The back of the device (black variant) have some "holes" where it seems there's no painting. I only have this phone for one month and I always used it with cover.
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Ariano Ângelo said:
Hello Mi A1 users.
Today I'm complaining about something that's happening to Mi A1. The back of the device (black variant) have some "holes" where it seems there's no painting. I only have this phone for one month and I always used it with cover.
If you're not sure check your device please.
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if u use a hard cover, it may actually be the culprit. What happens is the inner surface of the cover rubs the phone body, removing the paint/coating on it. Unfortunately, not using a cover means damage to the internals on every fall. i use soft covers, they are good for absorbing shocks while being less harsh on the phone body. The look is compromised but then its the deal.....
sachin273 said:
if u use a hard cover, it may actually be the culprit. What happens is the inner surface of the cover rubs the phone body, removing the paint/coating on it. Unfortunately, not using a cover means damage to the internals on every fall. i use soft covers, they are good for absorbing shocks while being less harsh on the phone body. The look is compromised but then its the deal.....
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I don't use a hard cover...
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Ariano Ângelo said:
I don't use a hard cover...
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That worries me. i checked mine its perfect as of now. but then the device is only 15 days old......
sachin273 said:
That worries me. i checked mine its perfect as of now. but then the device is only 15 days old......
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Asked to a friend he said he already have one with some too. Don't wipe yours with wet wipes it will make worse!
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It happens when sands get stuck under your cover and it wears out the color finish of the aluminum. This is very common if you use a case and don't clean regularly. Those who don't use a case never face this situation but they risk the physical health of the device.
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well, my defy has 20 months now, never had a problem until today that my screen started to show dead pixels (I guess)
check the pics and tell me what you think
I've downloaded 3 dead pixel checkers, but they didn't repair it
What should I do? get a new screen?
http://imageshack.us/a/img850/488/dsc0772resize.jpg
http://imageshack.us/a/img210/893/dsc0772n.jpg
http://imageshack.us/a/img5/1732/dsc0771resize.jpg
Thanks!
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u may find my reply a bit crazy :cyclops:.... but it works...
wrap the phone in plastic , put the duct tape , keep in freezer for 18 hours (screen side down) ,
after 18 hours put the phone in rice bowl for 5-6 hours...
and voilla ... all dead pixels will be gone....
source: i know 2 people that did this successfully,..,,
G3Sidhu said:
u may find my reply a bit crazy :cyclops:.... but it works...
wrap the phone in plastic , put the duct tape , keep in freezer for 18 hours (screen side down) ,
after 18 hours put the phone in rice bowl for 5-6 hours...
and voilla ... all dead pixels will be gone....
source: i know 2 people that did this successfully,..,,
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Wow That sounds crazy! It didnt get wet
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bufa said:
Wow That sounds crazy! It didnt get wet
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i know..
but just try it .,,,,... it will work..
ok, I'll wait a couple of days because the middle part of the screen is going back to normal
I hope the rest will do the same in the next hours.
If that doesn't happen, I'll do the ninja freezer stuff :silly:
would it be better if I desamble the phone and freeze the screen only? I'm afraid It won't resist.
It will resist, many people tried it out and ive hear of no one who got a broken phone after this
But make sure that you put your battery simcard and micro sd out
I did it!!! And it worked perfectly!! Thanks a lot!!!
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bufa said:
I did it!!! And it worked perfectly!! Thanks a lot!!!
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told ya
now a thanks would have been better
Hi guys!
Please, help me with this..
Unfortunately I left my s5 fall from my pocket while I was seated and it got a lump on his side (the metal looking part)... I looked very closely his back and it got a little opening between his lid and his body (very little).. What should I do to close my lid tight again? I still can close it making all of his clicks.. But, I have this little lump.. And, have I lost my water protection?
Thx a lot everyone!
(if there is anything odd about my english, forgive me and please, correct me if I'm wrong)
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I have the nexus 6p for almost 3 months now, and everyday I press those buttons accidentally. I need to know, does anybody else out there suffers with the same problem?
Tried spingen rugged armor, didn't help
Rinkgle fusion, same
Verus, same
Poetic, same
I'm not saying that is loose or something, is just to easy to press it accidentally! My last year device, Droid turbo wasn't like that neither my dad's iphone 6! Maybe is the buttons placement!
Just wondering that! Someone could share their experiences
Thanks guys!
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I had the exact same problem. I actually hate the button placement on this phone. It was driving me crazy until I got my RhinoShield. Now I rarely press on the buttons hard enough to activate them.
Also any case that covers the power and volume buttons makes it nearly impossible to take a screen shot or boot into recovery. I have the official Nexus case on my device
GoBears said:
I had the exact same problem. I actually hate the button placement on this phone. It was driving me crazy until I got my RhinoShield. Now I rarely press on the buttons hard enough to activate them.
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Just bought it, waiting for delivery! Aiming for the best hahaha
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stevemw said:
Also any case that covers the power and volume buttons makes it nearly impossible to take a screen shot or boot into recovery. I have the official Nexus case on my device
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I waiting for that case too!
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Can't stand with those buttons haha, can't wait for the rhino case to arrive!
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cattel said:
I have the nexus 6p for almost 3 months now, and everyday I press those buttons accidentally. I need to know, does anybody else out there suffers with the same problem?
Tried spingen rugged armor, didn't help
Rinkgle fusion, same
Verus, same
Poetic, same
I'm not saying that is loose or something, is just to easy to press it accidentally! My last year device, Droid turbo wasn't like that neither my dad's iphone 6! Maybe is the buttons placement!
Just wondering that! Someone could share their experiences
Thanks guys!
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Me too. Those buttons are just too easy to press. It's a minor annoyance really as the rest of the phone is almost perfect.
My wife just broke my screen, can anyone advise how and even.igf it's possible to get it repaired? Quick google, and I can only see places that repair Samsung and Apple...
I'm in the UK, but if I have to order the screen and take somewhere then that's fine...
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vaderag said:
My wife just broke my screen, can anyone advise how and even.igf it's possible to get it repaired? Quick google, and I can only see places that repair Samsung and Apple...
I'm in the UK, but if I have to order the screen and take somewhere then that's fine...
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I used the fone doctor to get my zenfone 3 screen replaced but I had the worst luck mate bad post and faulty parts but they were helpful so see if there is one by you
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vaderag said:
My wife just broke my screen, can anyone advise how and even.igf it's possible to get it repaired? Quick google, and I can only see places that repair Samsung and Apple...
I'm in the UK, but if I have to order the screen and take somewhere then that's fine...
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You can always buy a new screen from aliexpress. They're actually not too hard to replace by yourself.
Replace it by yourself or find a place that allows you to bring your own parts.
JakobSWE said:
You can always buy a new screen from aliexpress. They're actually not too hard to replace by yourself.
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Is there somewhere that instructs how to do it? What tools would I need?
Edit. Also, do I need to replace the whole touchscreen unit? Or can I just replace the glass? Only thing I can see is the whole unit replacement
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vaderag said:
Is there somewhere that instructs how to do it? What tools would I need?
Edit. Also, do I need to replace the whole touchscreen unit? Or can I just replace the glass? Only thing I can see is the whole unit replacement
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It's a lot harder to just replace the glass mate and there should a YouTube video showing how to do it
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vaderag said:
My wife just broke my screen, can anyone advise how and even.igf it's possible to get it repaired? Quick google, and I can only see places that repair Samsung and Apple...
I'm in the UK, but if I have to order the screen and take somewhere then that's fine...
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Order the screen via e-commerce website and ask any vendor to replace it they will do it in No time (cost may be a little high but that's the way it is)
lonewolf98 said:
Order the screen via e-commerce website and ask any vendor to replace it they will do it in No time (cost may be a little high but that's the way it is)
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When you say any vendor, there are loads of little shops that say they do phone repair but look a little dodgy and do loads of other things too - are these safe?!
Also, there seems to be a bit of a spectrum of replacement screens (high quality / original etc)
I'm guessing none of them are actually original, so is there anything I need to look out for to get a good one?
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vaderag said:
When you say any vendor, there are loads of little shops that say they do phone repair but look a little dodgy and do loads of other things too - are these safe?!
Also, there seems to be a bit of a spectrum of replacement screens (high quality / original etc)
I'm guessing none of them are actually original, so is there anything I need to look out for to get a good one?
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Screen Replacement isn't that big of a Deal..
So relax Find a Good mobile shop and there u go..
As Far as screens are concerned no screen is Orignal unless u are getting it from the Service Center...
So u have to settle for less. Just get the screen for the specific phone exactly and u are good to go
Thanks all. Can anyone tell me roughly what the cost is likely to be if i take in a screen to a place and say - do it for me?
I have found somewhere that will post the phone and do the repair for £50
Looking on AliExpress then the screen is £20 (+ long wait or postage cost)
So if it's around £20 then seems like i may as well just use the service here (https://www.quickmobilefix.com/products/xiaomi-mi-a1-front-screen-lcd-repair)
I'm going to call them to check they have a screen in mind - don't want to send it off and then find they themselves have to order from china...
vaderag said:
Thanks all. Can anyone tell me roughly what the cost is likely to be if i take in a screen to a place and say - do it for me?
I have found somewhere that will post the phone and do the repair for £50
Looking on AliExpress then the screen is £20 (+ long wait or postage cost)
So if it's around £20 then seems like i may as well just use the service here (https://www.quickmobilefix.com/products/xiaomi-mi-a1-front-screen-lcd-repair)
I'm going to call them to check they have a screen in mind - don't want to send it off and then find they themselves have to order from china...
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Hi, I will give you my input input on this matter now. The tools required are most of the time included with the replacement screen, also you will have to buy the entire thing (LCD with touch). LCD from Aliexpress for cheap xiaomi is most of the time original LCD but with copied glass and touch. I've bought two different for redmi note 4 and both were pretty much like the original. Working perfectly so far after about 3 months.
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So went into local store and they said they'd need to order it or it's £20 if i order myself...
So, going to order myself, but one more question - I see there are versions 'with frame' or 'without frame' - which do i need?
Edit - I also see LCD and Digitizer only options too (much cheaper)
vaderag said:
So went into local store and they said they'd need to order it or it's £20 if i order myself...
So, going to order myself, but one more question - I see there are versions 'with frame' or 'without frame' - which do i need?
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A frame one is probably quite easy to replace. Non-frame needs special adhesive tape or glue which is often quite hard to get and can lead to light leakage. Also, if you're replacing yourself, make sure the case of the phone has'nt been bent. Otherwise over time it can make the new display get pushed out or crack easily again. Also, I do recommend a screen protector for non-original display because they get smudged easily.
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JakobSWE said:
A frame one is probably quite easy to replace. Non-frame needs special adhesive tape or glue which is often quite hard to get and can lead to light leakage. Also, if you're replacing yourself, make sure the case of the phone has'nt been bent. Otherwise over time it can make the new display get pushed out or crack easily again. Also, I do recommend a screen protector for non-original display because they get smudged easily.
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Presumably if I'm taking to the store tho they'll have that stuff to be able to replace the non frame version?
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Presumably if I'm taking to the store tho they'll have that stuff to be able to replace the non frame version?
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If they repair phones, then I guess so. But I cant answer that question.
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I see you can buy just the LCD and Digitizer (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/for-Xiao...739437?hash=item5902f599ad:g:xL0AAOSwYeRaJRHE) - will this be replacable? I'm not seeing any vids on how to do this...
vaderag said:
I see you can buy just the LCD and Digitizer (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/for-Xiao...739437?hash=item5902f599ad:g:xL0AAOSwYeRaJRHE) - will this be replacable? I'm not seeing any vids on how to do this...
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It is possible with loca glue, a mold, cleaning solution, a dustfree environment and uv-lamp... Or in other words, not worth it. I recommend pre-installed on frame.
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JakobSWE said:
It is possible with loca glue, a mold, cleaning solution, a dustfree environment and uv-lamp... Or in other words, not worth it. I recommend pre-installed on frame.
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Damn. Would have been so much cheaper!
Is it the kind of thing that wouldnt even be worth risking if the shop said they can do it? I didn't notice much of a dustfree environment there...
vaderag said:
Damn. Would have been so much cheaper!
Is it the kind of thing that wouldnt even be worth risking if the shop said they can do it? I didn't notice much of a dustfree environment there...
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I would go with a frame version, or at least non frame, replacing glass is really tricky and also, so they have a mold for your phone etc...
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JakobSWE said:
I would go with a frame version, or at least non frame, replacing glass is really tricky and also, so they have a mold for your phone etc...
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Thank you - I'm still not clear on what the frame does - surely my phone will have a 'frame' inside it?
I just got the Mi 9T a few days back and I can't help but notice how sharp the outside edges of the USB Type C port are. The way I hold this phone one handed and frankly the only way I can do it is with my pinky finger resting on the port. But it's becoming an increasingly uncomfortable thing to do because of how harsh the port is. I am not using any case.
Is this just my phone or its just the way its designed? And is this going to get any better with time?
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same with me, maybe a plastic plug would be welcome?
chamfered at my 9T, replace
yaro666 said:
chamfered at my 9T, replace
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You mean I should give my phone in warranty?
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yes, my job is metal working and there isno way for it to be sharp - its just dangerous, so use warranty to replace or if you have skills use file to make it better
Can anyone else please comment?
I use this case => https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SRK7JZ3
No problem! ^^
On mine, it's not sharp at all
Okay I am gonna go to the Mi store and see if the demo unit has this or not. I hope they do have a demo unit as I don't know anyone who has this phone.
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