This thread explains why I need one.
Anyone got a Vibrant laying around doing nothing? I need a motherboard or charging port.
Can someone confirm this will work? At the very least, I could rip the charging port (USB) out of it... I doubt the motherboard would work.
where are all of those "I bricked my phone" threads when you need them??
If you are still looking to get one. I could use one too. Just let me know how much and ill send you the cash.
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Wtf? Someone donate to this man! He's a great contribution to our community!
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I'll do the soldering if you need it.
I'd like to have the motherboard if you don't need it after you're done. I'm curious as to if I can change the LEDs for the hard keys.
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Phone is now off to Samsung. Once I hear back that they wont repair it, someone offered to sell me one for $10.
If it comes to that, I may solicit help on the soldering it to the motherboard. I can solder, but I have never done small electronics.
Dude ill buy 20 mobos if someone can get my babys pics off mine. Those r priceless to me plus I could keep themeing vibrant lol.
Samsung wanted 200per device, which I have 2, to fix mine because the so called gorrila glass is cracked on one of them......Hows that for customer service on a discontinued device?
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I don't mind helping. I've got numerous tools at work at my disposal, including microscopes to make sure the job is done right.
Me and my girl are probably switching service in December, so you two guys can have dibs... if you want it.
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Dude ill buy 20 mobos if someone can get my babys pics off mine. Those r priceless to me plus I could keep themeing vibrant lol.
Samsung wanted 200per device, which I have 2, to fix mine because the so called gorrila glass is cracked on one of them......Hows that for customer service on a discontinued device?
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I need to go back and read your thread I guess... how is a cracked screen preventing you from getting your babies pics man? I am ubber confused by that.
Its not the cracked screen. Ive got 2 vibes. My wifes just crapped out alll of a sudden running stock. Mine had the cracked screen but it dont affect performance. Its been like that since I dropped "gorrilla glass" in the grass a week after I got mine a year ago. Idk wtf happend to hers she made a call on stock and it goes to the vibe bootload screen then dies. I got it into recovery once but ir died before I can save drives. (less then 20 secs).
Samsung says its because its been dropped and wants roughly 200 each to fix my issues even though ones bone stock that turned into a paperweight....
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wait... hers should EASILY be covered under warranty with Samsung. Assuming a july 15 purch, you should still have until Oct.
Are you saying T-Mo was saying "no," or samsung. If the latter, that is complete BS and I need to get more clarification for how they justify it?
Can you pull the files in the 20 seconds with ADB in bursts?
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Hey @SamsungMobileUS - how do you justify yourself? Help the man get his babies pictures under warranty!! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17362197&postcount=10 Please RT!
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Phone itself still runs fabulously, minus the main screen haha. Soft LED buttons also work.
Above picture is the aftermath of being ran over by forsure atleast 1 car, but possibly 3.
About a month ago, I attempted to disassemble it & screen swap with a bricked donor to some success. Runs & displays with the donor screen, but I think i ****ed up a couple fuse contact points because random seizure lines strobe once in awhile.
Anywho, it's dissambled into 3 different parts atm: Motherboard, Digitizer/AMOLED pane, and the main shell.
@thehandi,
Have you tried android screencast. Before the gingerbread bootloaders we were using it to see recovery through the rainbows. It will show what should be in your screen. And you can use your mouse to navigate your phone
Beware of angry gingerbread man
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OK about 6 months ago my I dopped my phone, cracked the touch glass, so I ordered a new white case and glass (they were never sold here by telstra in white). So the day I get my phone back I go down to a house I am renovating after work to do some more renovations. about midnite some low life sneeks in the back door and steals my phone off the counter while I was at the other end of the house.
Well today a friend brought a white phone into my work to have repaired- and what do you know its my phone (I still have the box with imei number under my desk).
Upon opening battery cover I see this - can anyone tell me what has been ripped out from the top left and if it can be replaced / fixed (the phone boots but I need to flash it before I can put a sim card in it):
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So can anyone tell me what is missing and if I can fix it / buy a replacement?
it is only a cover ( for speaker )
if your hw speaker is working its not a big deal just cover it up with the back case.
yeah theres nothing missin
i took that black cover off mine a while back and theres nothing there
but dont u think its weird that there is nothing under it?
why cover up something that isnt even there? i am thinking that SE planned to put something in there, but didnt in the end... just my opinion
nah seems to me its like a service panel like its a space to get to the motherboard easier
I guess its the compass try they maps and if the comapass works because its cover is removed
Cheers
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Bte get a light metalic magnetic thing near this part and it will stick to it. Its the compass for sure, its there but it hasn't to be a moving part.
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OK about 6 months ago my I dopped my phone, cracked the touch glass, so I ordered a new white case and glass (they were never sold here by telstra in white). So the day I get my phone back I go down to a house I am renovating after work to do some more renovations. about midnite some low life sneeks in the back door and steals my phone off the counter while I was at the other end of the house.
Well today a friend brought a white phone into my work to have repaired- and what do you know its my phone (I still have the box with imei number under my desk).
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nah seems to me its like a service panel like its a space to get to the motherboard easier
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that would be a waste of space, if u ask me
but compass could really be there, and this empty pocket is like some protection for it to work properly.
dragoonxy said:
that would be a waste of space, if u ask me
but compass could really be there, and this empty pocket is like some protection for it to work properly.
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Wow man talk about luck!
Hope everything works again.. are you planning on giving it back
So I'm curious what happened to this situation with the "friend" who brought the phone in. Did he confess he stole it from you, whether or not he knew it was yours, or did you confront him? Or did he bring it in for someone else maybe? I know I would be pissed at someone, especially a friend, if they stole my phone. Not to mention that you just fixed the damn thing. How long did he have it? I would be grilling that thief. "Why did you take my phone?" "Why the F#[email protected] is the cover off the back inside, your obviously not a phone technician or you wouldn't be bringing it in?!" "What kind of person steals someones phone?" and the final thing to say, "Come by my house later, I have a surprise for you."
its the speaker, Mini also have this mesh thing, it is used to cover the diaphragm of the speaker. it also in line with the speaker outlet. but on your unit only the mesh was gone.
this diaphragm protect it from dirt build up. So without this it will still work but have a possibility to have dirt buildup.
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I only had this since march. I fell asleep using it and woke up seeing this. I'm sure you can guess what happened... :-(
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You rolled over it?
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You rolled over it?
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I think yes
i think, they won't do it..
You did this (when you sleep, but you did it).
I'm sorry but maybe you can deal with the archos guys
Yes. I rolled over it. And I was planning to factory reset and sell. I was gonna put it toward the huaweii s7 slim. I believe archos will repair it for a fee.
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warranties
this is why it is usually worth it to get an outside warranty, like through squaretrade, that includes accidental damage. hopefully archos is willing to do the replacement.
@iflip hello m8, have you heard anything from archos? I just cracked the "glass" of the screen by accidentally dropping my phone on it very poor quality but anyway my fault... no the touchscreen doesn't work for the whole screen anymore
how much will it cost or is there a way for me to replace it by myself?
if screen is cracked then they wont replace. i've been told this by the uk / euro returns team/support line
if the screens touch screen is no longer working but the screen isnt physically damaged then i see no problem in getting it replaced under warranty.
Archos dont offer a repair service, they just replace the faulty units after doing some basic checks on it. pretty sure they dont do anything to it. ie they replaced my first unit which no longer powered on even though it had SDE on it, guess they dont have the means to get it up and running to an extent to check for that. or they dont care.
check the picture attached.
the foil on top is not harmed, but the (plexi?)glass below has two big and a couple of little cracks. the lcd screen is still working perfectly but the touchscreen only works on the left third
edit: my phone fell right on the aluminium border, right above the first letter "e" of "internet"
its obvious accidental/user damaged. its not a fault thats just developed (no matter how crappy the quality of the glass is.. thats something that you'd have to fight over!)
therefore they'll just tell you to go away. give it a go though, you never know. but seeings as they just replace not repair , they'd be ££ out of pocket on sending you one when you caused the damage.
@funky I wrote "I just cracked the "glass" of the screen by accidentally dropping my phone on it". I know it's my fault
and I asked:
"how much will it cost or is there a way for me to replace it by myself?"
no answer so far.
i know.. i was just saying.. i wasnt trying to be patronising or saying that you were trying to pass it off as not accidental.
if you are uk/europe they wont replace or fix, end of. unsure what the procedure elsewhere in the world is, but seeings as they are made in france I doubt it would be any different elsewhere.
You can buy replacement screens with the touchscreen aspect on it already, i'm sure i've seen postings either here or archosfans (seems to be down at mo) with someone who found a model of touchscreen lcd which is compatible/same as whats in the units.
think it cost about £70 though so might not be very cost effective
personally i'd just use keyboard/mouse/hdmi out and save up for a new (different make) one.
you can change the screen by yourself here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1083312
ANY screen damage is not covered by Archos warranty. They don't repair/replace anything that has to do with the screen.
About the only thing that they would cover is if the backlight died. Even that they would only cover if you hadn't ever opened the case up, because then you could have caused damage to it from the inside.
They will replace the device if the screen has mfg defects but not for anything like cracks/nicks.
it started cracking (from what i noticed) like, last week
yesterday, it's totally broken off
anyone else have a DIY fix? superglue i'm thinking
****sux because i had the touchpad inside the official case day 1 AND it doesnt get moved around often nor does it see heavy usage
i have a theory that the case actually helps increase the chances of the cracks because any vibration/pressure is transmitted somewhat equally around the touchpad so even if the speaker side was not touched, any other force small or big goes speaker side and will eventually crack
Why don't u contact HP Support? They will replace the case!
I have the same problem that you are having. I have my touchpad for about a week or so and it cracked between both speakers it really sucks. So what I did was used super glue to fix the problem it might not look the best it works for now. Its nice to find out that its just not me having these problems but it really sucks.
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ya I know about the customer support replace, just wanted to get opinions on superglue approach before then because I'm sorta scared that my touchpad will get replace with a diff one or the screen gets scratched etc
if the super glue works I'll just do that
Don't do the superglue, I really regret doing it myself, it's not clear and is very ugly, i need to find a way to get it off before i can send it in.
I'm thinking of getting mine repaired and then getting it wrapped in ghost armor.
The armor works great...
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I bought one and uploaded some pics on amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-m...KD028/ref=cm_ciu_pdp_images_0?ie=UTF8&index=0
I didnt have "Cracks" but I have the ripple effect on the small plastic part like it was going to crack.
wondering about the superglue method myself (i have cracks on both speakers). does it melt the plastic cover?
I have cracks on my TP as well. It's a hardware defect, much like the original Pre / usb door cracks. The plus side is that it will never spread to the screen, and it does not affect the performance (or looks if it's in a case).
I don't recommend sending it back for "repair" ... it's not worth it and you don't know if you'll get it back.
It works.
I just noticed cracks as well. I'm going to check out that ghost armor. Looks neat.
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well the cracks around the speakers is cosmetic. Contact HP Support they will replace the casing.
I had the same issue with my TP. The customer support was good. They sent me a return box and label. All you have to do is to pack your TP as per instructions and drop it at nearby UPS store. I received the repaired TP within a week.
Act fast before the warranty expires.
I just noticed a crack in mine. Called them and they are sending a box out. It's covered for a year they said.
10 have it back. I'm sad but will be happy to get new one and will have armor case ready and waiting for it.
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I have a question about sending it back to HP.should you uninstall Android or is it OK to leave and send it back? Thanks guys
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I have a question about sending it back to HP.should you uninstall Android or is it OK to leave and send it back? Thanks guys
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They factory reset it anyway. I will acmeuninstall and back it all up. Expect a brand New looking acting touchpad coming back.
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They factory reset it anyway. I will acmeuninstall and back it all up. Expect a brand New looking acting touchpad coming back.
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Yea. HP is going to get my tablet back in a few days. I have to go drop it off. I wonder if they've fixed the problem and the new ones don't do it. I sure hope so.
I have dropped mine and its cracked on the corner and some of the plastic has come away. Does anyone know if replacement covers are available while searching about this? Cant seem to find one.
My TP has now developed a crack near the speakers! Spoke to HP who said there was a batch of TP`s who had a "bad" batch of plastic and the new plastic they use is better and should not crack!!
I have to send photo`s of the crack to their Argentinian office and then the TP gets sent from the UK to Hungary for repair (through UPS)
Hungary?? I think that is the first time I have read the word "Hungary" anywhere in months (do not spend a lot of time looking at maps of Eastern Europe).
evilp8ntballer7 said:
The armor works great...
I bought one and uploaded some pics on amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-m...KD028/ref=cm_ciu_pdp_images_0?ie=UTF8&index=0
I didnt have "Cracks" but I have the ripple effect on the small plastic part like it was going to crack.
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Is this a generic piece "sticker" that goes on the TP?
Thought I would post this as I just brought one..
My Screen died yet again. after only having it in for service about March. Mind you it was here in Asus China.. so...
Anyway, It was giving me the dreaded black screen no turn on type thing, Plus a few of the other characteristics that have been documented in the Katkiss thread of late- Corrupted partition.
After the last battle with it, I ended up with a full strip on the left hand side about 50mm that is unresponsive.. nothing that you can do on the touch side of things, but mouse still works. Anyway.. wasn't going to send it back. as its not worth the aggravation of dealing with the idiots at the Asus aftersales service. So went and brought the Nexus 10.. Loving it..
but for project decided to look for another LCD screen and came across this seller with the full frame for sale.. so its about $US65.. so its my weekend project.. as Dam.. with Katkiss JB4.3 around.. I just want to play with it on the TF101.. Just not ready to let this thing die as yet.
I will update the post once i get it up and running.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.288.E5qF2L&id=20842680877&_u=6n4kj1c3dd2
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Good luck, looking forward to seeing how you get on
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Good luck, looking forward to seeing how you get on
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Well, its back up and running..not with out a few tense moments..
The picture you see is NOT what you get..as no frame..they **** you on that..
Which I found out to my detriment.. As I order the full set thinking that I wasn't going to have screw around with the glue thing..
it turned out it turned up and I was...what the...
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As I had ready been watching videos so kinda knew what to do..
Anyway as it comes glued already..how the .... Are you suppose to screw the LCD panel in..
Derrrrrrr...can't unless you do some strange but thing..and or bend the brackets around..
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Anyway..
Not to be deterred.. I got out the trusted plastic tools and went about separation of the screen from the LCD panel...new one...as I already had got the old one off with no drama..and cleanly.
Note..make sure you know which you are separating..as I found out the hard way that I was actually separating the gorilla glass from the touch screen...were wondering why it was so dam hard...plus one hell of a mess..
Lucky the original was still in good order so I finally was able to separate the new LCD panel and clean it up..
I almost gave up..but pushed through..it wasn't going to beat me.. plenty of man handling going on..I put it all back together...yeha..
Mind you I wasn't thinking that it was going to crank up as I was man handling the LCD panel pretty heavily ...but up popped Tims little mascot and 4.2.2 fired right up...sign of relief..
So straight to 4.3 I have came and its powering along...too good to be true..
Thanks Tim...and others that have ported the 4.3..
Of course I have a few more creaks from around the edges And a little light bleed on the left hand side but as I was lucky that the double sided tap from the original glass was still sticky and usable..
Will let it settle in and put it thru its passes and see how it goes before I pull it apart and pop some silicon in there..
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Will edit post later with the YouTube links used.
If you do it, the Russian video is the best to use to strip it down but there are a few little steps it miss's
Thus the other two come in handy.
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Where did you find the full frame with the LCD for $65? I currently have the same problem with my tf101. And would love to replace it. Right now its just a paper weight.
Disregard, I got all excited a quick Google search lead me to one on amazon. Thank you for the tutorial I will follow once mine gets in and I'll report back!
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So what i thought was initially my home button breaking or wearing out, was actually my screen lifting up. Has anyone seen it this bad?
i can fit my fingernail in there. Would something like this be covered by Samsung? I got the phone at the end of last year. I have even tried putting a dot of superglue in two places and that held for about a day then popped right back up.
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So what i thought was initially my home button breaking or wearing out, was actually my screen lifting up. Has anyone seen it this bad?
i can fit my fingernail in there. Would something like this be covered by Samsung? I got the phone at the end of last year. I have even tried putting a dot of superglue in two places and that held for about a day then popped right back up.
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if your phone is still under sammy's warranty... it can be a claim of defective workmanship or faulty product. you need to call samsung in texas and find out and send it to them for repairs. here's the number to the tech center: 1-888-987-4357
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if your phone is still under sammy's warranty... it can be a claim of defective workmanship or faulty product. you need to call samsung in texas and find out and send it to them for repairs. here's the number to the tech center: 1-888-987-4357
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And if they don't cover it look up a video on how to replace the screen. You should be able to use the same procedure to remove and reinstall it correctly, without superglue. I think it's easier than sending your phone in and not having for a while. Or maybe your service provider will just replace it for you.
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And if they don't cover it look up a video on how to replace the screen. You should be able to use the same procedure to remove and reinstall it correctly, without superglue. I think it's easier than sending your phone in and not having for a while. Or maybe your service provider will just replace it for you.
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Yea im really hesitant on replacing the whole thing. im sure ill get that newer version that cant be rommed. I did find the front part of the phone with the screen, is this what i would need?
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-sam...th-front-housing-black-with-samsung-logo.html
price doesnt seem too bad. Id rather not get the kit where you have to glue the screen to the digitizer.
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Yea im really hesitant on replacing the whole thing. im sure ill get that newer version that cant be rommed. I did find the front part of the phone with the screen, is this what i would need?
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-sam...th-front-housing-black-with-samsung-logo.html
price doesnt seem too bad. Id rather not get the kit where you have to glue the screen to the digitizer.
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Watch this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5RCwDQPUSI
New glass:
http://www.amazon.com/Generic-Replacement-Glass-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00C9VATVS
The last time I removed the entire LCD from a Samsung device it was a Tab 2 and I had to completely disassemble the device from the back, it was a huge endeavor.
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Watch this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5RCwDQPUSI
New glass:
http://www.amazon.com/Generic-Replacement-Glass-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00C9VATVS
The last time I removed the entire LCD from a Samsung device it was a Tab 2 and I had to completely disassemble the device from the back, it was a huge endeavor.
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ive heard to stay away from those generic screens tho. Are they ok?
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ive heard to stay away from those generic screens tho. Are they ok?
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I don't know that was the first thing I found when I Googled. Look for OEM glass.
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Yea im really hesitant on replacing the whole thing. im sure ill get that newer version that cant be rommed. I did find the front part of the phone with the screen, is this what i would need?
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-sam...th-front-housing-black-with-samsung-logo.html
price doesnt seem too bad. Id rather not get the kit where you have to glue the screen to the digitizer.
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If you send it to Samsung, you'll get the same phone back fixed. If you still have you old Vzw phone, Verizon will turn it on so you can still have service while it's being fixed. but try the Vzw dealer and see what they offer. Likely a new phone if it's still under their warranty, and yes, maybe the model that is locked up. but, towel root works on these phones.