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Hello. I have two problems with my keyboard dock:
1. I let the battery drop to 0% once, and the battery in the dock no longer charges. The indicator light just blinks orange for the time it is plugged in.
2. The MobileDock Powersaver Mode thing that the Asus Rep posted about here on the forum does not work, meaning my dock is of an older firmware.
I purchased my Transformer and my Dock specifically for use during college. I need my dock back before I leave for college on August 30th.
My questions:
1. Should I RMA this? Or should I try to get Walmart, where I purchased it from, to take it back?
2. How should I RMA it? Should I mention the problem about the battery, or should I talk about how the powersaver mode does not work?
3. I am very concerned with the people at the RMA department of Asus not understanding me because they are foreign. These problems are hard to describe, and I hate dealing with people who don't understand me because it makes me feel incompetent.
Any help would be most appreciated.
Edit: I can't even find where to choose the Keyboard Dock on the USA Asus RMA page...
If you can take it back for a refund I would do that. A lot of places have docks in stock.
I agree that the store would be the quicker option. I have exactly the same problem on my dock and am sending it back to asus (rma) as I bought it directly from them.
On the rma page I just chose the eepad option and put the dock serial number and description of the fault. Got the rma number within a couple of hours.
(I used the European rma page which may be slightly different)
I contacted support about the battery drain issue and was told to RMA it.
BUT... the terms and conditions say that you need to return the device in its packaging with all parts and accessories that are mentioned on the packaging's contents list.
I am very happy with the tablet part, it has minimal light bleed and both speakers work well, there is no damage at all to the tablet. I am afraid to return the tablet part to them as I don't want to risk losing my data or ending up with a different tablet or perhaps mine back but scratched or damaged in some way.
Can I just RMA the dock? on its own?
My dock is getting picked up today for RMA, B50 version
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CarsnGadgets said:
I contacted support about the battery drain issue and was told to RMA it.
BUT... the terms and conditions say that you need to return the device in its packaging with all parts and accessories that are mentioned on the packaging's contents list.
I am very happy with the tablet part, it has minimal light bleed and both speakers work well, there is no damage at all to the tablet. I am afraid to return the tablet part to them as I don't want to risk losing my data or ending up with a different tablet or perhaps mine back but scratched or damaged in some way.
Can I just RMA the dock? on its own?
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This is the rma info asus sent me once I had submitted the form (below) - If you bought them as a bundle but they have (I assume) separate serial numbers then you should be fine. I needed to send both back, and had to do 2 separate rma's because the SN field fails if you put both in.
Also note the bit about packaging - seems to contradict the ts&cs and even says that they will send it back in different packaging again.
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How to send in your unit for repair?
A) How to Prepare Your Package?
We suggest you to pack the item carefully in a secure box with additional packing material. ASUS will not be held responsible or liable for damages resulting from improper packaging. Please note that the unit will be shipped back in different packing material.
We highly suggest you DO NOT send in the accessories with the unit. Accessories could be treated as filling material and thrown away, and ASUS will not be held liable for the loss of accessories during shipping and repairing.
Please offer the box open, and close it when our forwarder is there to pick it up.
Clearly indicate your RMA# (CZB6170623), name and address on the outside of the box.
B) Arranging your pick up date for repair!
DHL automatically come and collect the unit within two working days. If collection does not take place please contact the Asus contact center (details within your warranty card).
C) Important information concerning service
If your unit is outside the warranty period or damaged due to improper usage, a certain handling fee will be charged as soon as we receive the unit. Even if you decide to have the unit back without any repairing activity, this charge will be billed due to our transport cost and internal handling cost already occurred. Handling cost for UK and Ireland will be around xxxxx. Additional repairing and material costs may occur if you'd like to have the out of warranty or customer induced item repaired by ASUS. Asus reserves the right to modify the repairing costs for out of warranty or customer induced machines without prior notification.
ASUS is not liable for any software issues or any data loss on your hard disk during repairing or shipping. We suggest you back-up the important data and software before sending in your unit.
After repairing, when you receive the unit back from any forwarder, please open the package to check before you sign the forwarder's delivery note. Please put "damaged" on the forwarder's delivery note if any visual damage is present. If you have any delivery problem such as scratches which were not there when you sent it, or quantity different from the packing list, please call ASUS Hotline within 48 hours. After 48 hours from the moment of the delivery, ASUS will not accept any claims about the delivery damage.
Asus has had my dock now for 3 weeks with NO movement, other than 'Waiting'...I've called them 3 times, and nobody can give me a straight answer. At this point, I just want it back so that I can return it to my retailer. They can't even manage to make that happen.
If you RMA your item, don't expect a quick turnaround.
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Asus has had my dock now for 3 weeks with NO movement, other than 'Waiting'...I've called them 3 times, and nobody can give me a straight answer. At this point, I just want it back so that I can return it to my retailer. They can't even manage to make that happen.
If you RMA your item, don't expect a quick turnaround.
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3 weeks??!!! That is just terrible! I am NOT willing to wait 3 weeks to get my dock back! They should be sending replacements instead if they can't repair or don't have the required parts. What about the fact that out of that one year warranty you are not even using your unit because they are keeping it for so long?
They have admitted there is a problem with the docks. They are not paying shipping (for US customers), which they should be. They also should be replacing the affected units, NOT repairing them, especially since they don't even have parts!
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Asus has had my dock now for 3 weeks with NO movement, other than 'Waiting'...I've called them 3 times, and nobody can give me a straight answer. At this point, I just want it back so that I can return it to my retailer. They can't even manage to make that happen.
If you RMA your item, don't expect a quick turnaround.
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Just to point out, there is a whole world outside the USA, and that things might be different, and different retail rules will apply.
But I do agree, Asus shouldn't be accepting RMAs if they can't turn them around promptly. I would rather keep my dock until they are ready to deal with it, rather it it sat on racking gathering dust.
CrazyPeter said:
Just to point out, there is a whole world outside the USA, and that things might be different, and different retail rules will apply.
But I do agree, Asus shouldn't be accepting RMAs if they can't turn them around promptly. I would rather keep my dock until they are ready to deal with it, rather it it sat on racking gathering dust.
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I agree with this. In the meanwhile, I am keeping my dock. When Asus has parts to do a quick turn around, or announces a swap program, I will get it replaced. This is not a major issue for me since I usually leave my dock on a desk with it's power plugged in like a typical docking station.
My RMA is going perfectly. I walked into the Asus service center, and I showed them the problem about the MobileDock Battery Saving, and told them about the dock drain problem. The tech went to his office for a min, came back and told me he needed to upgrade the hardware. He said he would order the hardware, and when I comes in he will call me so I can bring in my transformer's dock. He expects the hardware to be in the first of next week, and repair time to be a day or two. I didn't fill out any paperwork or anything. They didn't even look at the serial number. They recognized me from the last time I came in.
Also he told me fixing the MobileDock battery saving mode will fix the dock battery drain problem.
If you can physically go to an Asus service/repair center, it is so much better than doing RMAs via phone/shipping.
Where was this service center? Im seeing an "authorized" center in Atlanta but not sure if that is the same thing.
Mine doesnt do the power saving mode on my B50 or my girlfriend's B60.
meatlocker said:
Asus has had my dock now for 3 weeks with NO movement, other than 'Waiting'...I've called them 3 times, and nobody can give me a straight answer. At this point, I just want it back so that I can return it to my retailer. They can't even manage to make that happen.
If you RMA your item, don't expect a quick turnaround.
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What you need to do is ask for a supervisor. My TF was in for repair and it was waiting for parts for two weeks. I called and spoke to two supervisors and then the next day I got an email saying my TF was finally fix and ready to ship. Their RMA center in Texas is a Joke!
I sent my B5 dock to ASUS and after 3 weeks I got it back. MobileDock test still fails, but I only lose 1% of battery charge every hour with wifi turned off. Used to be 5% with wifi on and 3% without.
Yeah, did that last night. Lo and behold, this morning I see movement on my status ('Repairing'). The Texas facility is indeed in disaray, it would appear.
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Mines been at the texas service center for over a month. Been bugging asus people about it the last couple of weeks. I bought the dock for the long distance flights I'm about to go on. I would definitely suggest trying to return it at wally world.
After having a terrible time trying to even get someone to answer the phone at Asus support (the phone would ring and, after a while, it would click) I called Amazon where I purchased it, explained how terrible the service was at Asus and they agreed to take the dock back even though it was a bit past their 30 day return policy. This was a real eye opener - regardless how great this unit may or may not be Asus USA is certainly doing a crappy job of customer service, especially since the problem is a manufacturing defect. Now that there are a lot of choices in the Android tablet world I am seriously thinking of just ebaying the tablet and case and going with another brand. If you purchased it any place but Asus I would strongly suggest that you take it back there if you need it in the near future. Once Asus has it you're pretty much at their mercy.
ryan stewart said:
Where was this service center? Im seeing an "authorized" center in Atlanta but not sure if that is the same thing.
Mine doesnt do the power saving mode on my B50 or my girlfriend's B60.
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The place I went to was a Asus service center.
Where I live there is this mall called "Sai Ge." The first 4 floors are stores, and there are at least a dozen Asus stores, not resellers, but actual Asus stores, all with the exact same products (I know it sounds strange, but this is actually quite normal for a company in China). On the 13th floor is a the sales management office. When I bought the transformer, I went there to haggle down the price on the transformer. On the 12th floor, is the service/repair center with Asus techs who do all the testing on site. There is also a couple of Asus distribution centers, and probably a Asus Headquarters in that building. Also, about 5 bus stops down the street there is another building with a Asus repair center, and a customer service center, and probably a manager's headquarters as well, all on the 18th floor.
In "Sai Ge," all of the major computer and computer parts companies have a dozen stores, service centers, repair centers, distribution centers and headquarters. Their are at least 20 name brands represented there. Everything from Asus to Lenovo to toshiba. Apple has resellers (no actual apple stores) and a genuine Apple repair center as well.
meatlocker said:
Yeah, did that last night. Lo and behold, this morning I see movement on my status ('Repairing'). The Texas facility is indeed in disaray, it would appear.
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Which number did you call to get to Texas repair center?
My status has just changed to:
Waiting-[WF3] Wait for Customer Confirmation-Wait for Spare Parts
Sigh.......
ASUS, why Accept RMA if you can't process them?
My phone is just 8 months old. Earlier it takes normally 1.5hours to fully charge. But since 3days, it takes more than 6 hours to charge fully.
So, any indian guys/girls suggest me what should I do?
Should i buy a new charger for my Oneplus 2 or contact the service centre??
If you suggest me to buy new charger, then please provide me the real, gebuine and original ONEPLUS 2 CHARGER ADAPTER. I visited amazon but there are lots of confusing products so I'm asking you guys to please provide me full details.
Thanks.
Please help.
Did you try switching to a different ROM or Kernel ? If that solves your issue then the charger investment is not required. In the unfortunate event of that not fixing your issue, order the original accessories from Amazon India, to be sure to get original products, see that you are buying from the seller "Cloudtail" which is the official re-seller of OnePlus Devices & Accessories. Also consider, that maybe the battery could be at fault, the charger could be pumping enough charge but the battery is probably dying so it can't hold it, in that case you might wanna visit the Service Center, or get creative and do it yourself. Guide & Teardown
I purchased a Nexus 6P through Best Buy (US) during May of last year and just recently have encountered a problem with the volume up button being stuck and the power button not locking the phone. These weren't caused by dropping the phone or any specific occurrence like that as far as I can remember. My screen has also been cracked for a while, but that was a separate issue. I called Huawei to check if the button issue is covered by the warranty and they said to fill out a ticket and send pictures and they would let me know. The problem is that I also have a one year warranty through Best Buy, but it would have a service charge attached and I wouldn't be getting a 6P; they would send me a gift card instead. I'd rather have the 6P repaired or replaced than have to buy a different phone through Best Buy, but if it takes too long for Huawei to assess whether or not the phone is under warranty, then the warranty for both will expire and I won't have either. Does anyone have any advice regarding this situation or experience with what Huawei will cover under their warranty?
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I purchased a Nexus 6P through Best Buy (US) during May of last year and just recently have encountered a problem with the volume up button being stuck and the power button not locking the phone. These weren't caused by dropping the phone or any specific occurrence like that as far as I can remember. My screen has also been cracked for a while, but that was a separate issue. I called Huawei to check if the button issue is covered by the warranty and they said to fill out a ticket and send pictures and they would let me know. The problem is that I also have a one year warranty through Best Buy, but it would have a service charge attached and I wouldn't be getting a 6P; they would send me a gift card instead. I'd rather have the 6P repaired or replaced than have to buy a different phone through Best Buy, but if it takes too long for Huawei to assess whether or not the phone is under warranty, then the warranty for both will expire and I won't have either. Does anyone have any advice regarding this situation or experience with what Huawei will cover under their warranty?
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Personally I'd go the Best Buy route and get a different phone.
I had a bootloop of death - Google turned me down because I was out of warranty, I was transferred to Huawei, who said I was also out of warranty with them as well. They offered a "repair/replace" service for $164.00 since this has been a known and problematic issue. They told me I would have the phone in 10 business days - for which it would be repaired or, they would just send me a new one to replace it. I just got the device today; its brand news. Battery is good capacity, so far no bugs - we will see though. All and all - if you end up getting the repair/replace option and you can afford to pay the extra cash for a phone you already spent a bunch of extra cash on.... it was worth it.
goodandnicefriend said:
I purchased a Nexus 6P through Best Buy (US) during May of last year and just recently have encountered a problem with the volume up button being stuck and the power button not locking the phone. These weren't caused by dropping the phone or any specific occurrence like that as far as I can remember. My screen has also been cracked for a while, but that was a separate issue. I called Huawei to check if the button issue is covered by the warranty and they said to fill out a ticket and send pictures and they would let me know. The problem is that I also have a one year warranty through Best Buy, but it would have a service charge attached and I wouldn't be getting a 6P; they would send me a gift card instead. I'd rather have the 6P repaired or replaced than have to buy a different phone through Best Buy, but if it takes too long for Huawei to assess whether or not the phone is under warranty, then the warranty for both will expire and I won't have either. Does anyone have any advice regarding this situation or experience with what Huawei will cover under their warranty?
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Hello,
I don't really want to read all the page, so I'll leave it to you: http://consumer.huawei.com/us/support/warranty-policy/mobile-phone/index.htm
Considering your N6P is almost one year old and all the problems surrounding​ the device at the moment:
Bootloop of death
Defective batteries
I'm not sure if it's worth it. It could last forever, but also fail next month when your warranty will be over...
If you don't loose much between the "service charge" and the Best Buy gift card, I would go that route and start looking for a new device. But that's just me...
Good luck...
mikeygeer said:
I had a bootloop of death - Google turned me down because I was out of warranty, I was transferred to Huawei, who said I was also out of warranty with them as well. They offered a "repair/replace" service for $164.00 since this has been a known and problematic issue. They told me I would have the phone in 10 business days - for which it would be repaired or, they would just send me a new one to replace it. I just got the device today; its brand news. Battery is good capacity, so far no bugs - we will see though. All and all - if you end up getting the repair/replace option and you can afford to pay the extra cash for a phone you already spent a bunch of extra cash on.... it was worth it.
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Hello,
I would have kept trying and call Google/Huawei. A lot of people got it repaired/replaced even though their warranty ended...
Cheers...
I agree, to keep hammering them for a replacement is the right move. One thing to keep in mind is many of the recent reports about interactions with Huawai have indicated they seem to be trending towards playing hardball. Sooner than later would be my advice on working them for a replacement.
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I did hammer google for a couple weeks to no avail - now that I have charged the new Nexus 6p from Huawei I have am pleased to report the replacement device they sent me is as good as it was when it was brand new. The device has zero battery degradation, and hasn't had a battery shutdown problem at all even though I was trying to trigger it through going on a walk in the cold this morning while suddenly using the camera. Other than the headache of losing a few pictures and spend $164 that I shouldn't have had to spend in the first place for a hardware malfunction...... I am very pleased to be rocking a solid Nexus 6p
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CyberpodS2 said:
I agree, to keep hammering them for a replacement is the right move. One thing to keep in mind is many of the recent reports about interactions with Huawai have indicated they seem to be trending towards playing hardball. Sooner than later would be my advice on working them for a replacement.
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Huawei was nothing but quick and efficient with my order. They didn't grant me an out of warranty replacement, but they did get me a new device within a week of their shop receiving it. Also, for posterity, they sent me a Huawei brand pen. HAHAHA. That kinda added insult to injury - just the same - I wouldn't believe all the complaints about Huawei's lack of costumer service - they were quick in all my interactions with them.
mikeygeer said:
I did hammer google for a couple weeks to no avail - now that I have charged the new Nexus 6p from Huawei I have am pleased to report the replacement device they sent me is as good as it was when it was brand new. The device has zero battery degradation, and hasn't had a battery shutdown problem at all even though I was trying to trigger it through going on a walk in the cold this morning while suddenly using the camera. Other than the headache of losing a few pictures and spend $164 that I shouldn't have had to spend in the first place for a hardware malfunction...... I am very pleased to be rocking a solid Nexus 6p
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Huawei was nothing but quick and efficient with my order. They didn't grant me an out of warranty replacement, but they did get me a new device within a week of their shop receiving it. Also, for posterity, they sent me a Huawei brand pen. HAHAHA. That kinda added insult to injury - just the same - I wouldn't believe all the complaints about Huawei's lack of costumer service - they were quick in all my interactions with them.
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Hey,
They were just "quick" to ask you some money and nothing else... For something you shouldn't have had to pay for. That's all I see here.
Did you get someone/something telling you it won't ever happen again? Or did they/it also said: goodbye, see you next year? Since they didn't acknowledge the issue, no one knows if they ship crappy batteries/motherboards/phones or if they manufactured new batteries/motherboards/phones which is unlikely.
And this is supposed to be a good customer service? Damn it...
May I ask you what is your build date in bootloader > barcodes? Just so you know what to expect? Also we can have an idea...
Thanks...
I had bought the Nexus 6P from a friend. No receipt or anything. Since my phone bootloop like everyone else , I decided to go into the main boot screen and chose " barcode ". in that screen , it will show seriel # , IMEI # , model # and build date of the phone, which was 03/04/2016. Knowing that the phone was produced back in march , I know that the warranty can't be expired. I decided to call Huawei. The warranty did not expired yet. I was lucky to call in and inquire about getting it repaired.
So if you bought a phone , and not sure of the warranty , go into the recovery screen , toggle through the menu ( recovery, bootloader , start , barcode )and choose barcode to see the detail of the phone and check the production date.
510jungleboy said:
I had bought the Nexus 6P from a friend. No receipt or anything. Since my phone bootloop like everyone else , I decided to go into the main boot screen and chose " barcode ". in that screen , it will show seriel # , IMEI # , model # and build date of the phone, which was 03/04/2016. Knowing that the phone was produced back in march , I know that the warranty can't be expired. I decided to call Huawei. The warranty did not expired yet. I was lucky to call in and inquire about getting it repaired.
So if you bought a phone , and not sure of the warranty , go into the recovery screen , toggle through the menu ( recovery, bootloader , start , barcode )and choose barcode to see the detail of the phone and check the production date.
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Hello,
Actually it's the bootloader, not the recovery screen... :good:
You can also go on Huawei site and enter your IMEI. It will give you the warranty's period.
Also, you are lucky. Depending on who answer the call at Huawei, they refuse to repair/replace the phone without the receipt.
Cheers...
Sorry for hijacking the thread but I'm suffering from the early shut down and have contacted Huawei who have confirmed the phone is still in warranty until end of this year and have created an RMA.
However they've sent me the envelope to post the phone back but state you need to return with the a copy of the receipt which I don't have as I purchased it from eBay. It was originally purchased from CPW and was unlocked! Can someone please confirm if Huawei accept warranty returns without the receipt?
Note... I'm in the UK and the phone was purchased from CPW in the UK.
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mchu6am4 said:
Sorry for hijacking the thread but I'm suffering from the early shut down and have contacted Huawei who have confirmed the phone is still in warranty until end of this year and have created an RMA.
However they've sent me the envelope to post the phone back but state you need to return with the a copy of the receipt which I don't have as I purchased it from eBay. It was originally purchased from CPW and was unlocked! Can someone please confirm if Huawei accept warranty returns without the receipt?
Note... I'm in the UK and the phone was purchased from CPW in the UK.
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Hey,
It seems like it depends who you talk to at Huawei. Some have been asked for a copy of the receipt, some others haven't. Will they repair it if you send it without the receipt though they have asked for one..?
Not sure, as so much people must have sent them N6P lately due to bad batteries and bootloop... I think they are actually trying to find anything they can to refuse the repair for those who are not original owners. At least people who don't own the receipt.
Hoping I'm wrong and you'll get your phone back, up and running..!
Good luck...
My 6p shut down at approx 40% twice last week (on Dirty Unicorn) and according to Huawei, I only have 1 more month of warranty left. I just sent in the pictures, imei and s/n and now they'll send me a label. I plan on flashing the August factory image and locking the bootloader before sending it in, of course.
so...how long will I be without a phone? I don't have a backup.
i have nexus 6p bootloop and iy is in waranty how i can replace it
mikeygeer said:
I had a bootloop of death - Google turned me down because I was out of warranty, I was transferred to Huawei, who said I was also out of warranty with them as well. They offered a "repair/replace" service for $164.00 since this has been a known and problematic issue. They told me I would have the phone in 10 business days - for which it would be repaired or, they would just send me a new one to replace it. I just got the device today; its brand news. Battery is good capacity, so far no bugs - we will see though. All and all - if you end up getting the repair/replace option and you can afford to pay the extra cash for a phone you already spent a bunch of extra cash on.... it was worth it.
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i have nexus 6p bootloop and iy is in waranty how i can replace it
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i have nexus 6p bootloop and iy is in waranty how i can replace it
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Have you tried speaking to Google or Huawei about it? Thats really the first and only step. Like I said before I mine was OUT of warranty so I just paid the money for Hauwei to fix or replace the device. Call them! They will ask you questions and take you through the whole process.
I have not treated my battery well since purchased in January, maybe I'm being paranoid but I would like to get the battery replaced.
Has anyone had any experience with any Samsung repair centres in the UK with replacement? How much do they charge? (I've voiced warranty by rooting since day 1 lol). Do Samsung seal the phone for water resistance?
It might be expensive to send your phone to a Samsung repair center for a battery replacement.
I would suggest you look for a local repair shop and ask them to replace your battery in front of you so you can monitor them.
I had mine done for £25 at a local shop. Looks a pain to do
Guys, Is there any way to get bettery replaced for those who live in remote area, far away from service centre, with minimal expenses.
You order an fake battery from aliexpress, check youtube and replace it yourself.
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I would like to ask if ANYONE IN EUROPE sent his OP5 to the official service center (is it now in Poland?) for a battery replacement and how much did he pay?
I asked OP support how much it would cost IN TOTAL
(they have only the price of the battery without tax, without labor, without shipping on their website)
and they denied to tell me the price.
They told me i need to ship the phone to the service center first; they need to diagnose it and then they can tell me the quote how much it would cost and i can decide if i want to replace it or not.
I find this ridiculous.
So as there is no way to buy just the battery (the real original one); i might end up buying the fake "original" from aliexpress and try not to break the screen while replacing it.
OP with this kind of support and every new model just more expensive ... probably never more...
I can vouch for LEHEHE batteries on Aliexpress, I've used their batteries in the past with my iPhones and never ran into any issues. The 3300mAh costs around 15$ with shipping to EU and 4000mAh extended battery costs around 20$. They also come with tools for replacing the batteries so if you feel like you'll be able to do it yourself, this is the cheapest way to replace your battery. From what I've seen from teardowns of our phones, it's not that hard to manually replace the battery. The battery part number for the OnePlus 5 is BLP637 IIRC.