Okay, I'm not sure what or how but I've somehow got something (actually several somethings) inside the lens of my Titan. Whatever it is shows up on all my photos. It's not on the outside of the lens so it must be something on the inside. At least one or two of the spots showed up within a couple of days of me getting the phone but then they went away. Now they're back and brought some friends. I can only assume that it's something underneath the external lens cover. I could try to RMA my phone but then I would lose my Chevron unlock with no way to recover my token or get a new one. :-(
I was thinking about removing the lens cover and seeing if I can clean it out that way. Unless anyone has better suggestions. I will try to update this with a picture of what I'm seeing.
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inteller said:
watch a video on taking apart an HTC Sensation XL which is the Titan's 'roid cousin. That camera cover is all one piece under the first layer of covers. Once that's removed you could see what is between the window and the lens. I'd start by blowing with canned air.
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Thanks. Before or after removing the camera cover?
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Hi everyone.
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So, I managed to do a very silly thing *slaps own wrist*. After spilling some food on my brand new pair of shorts, I chucked them straight in the washing machine without thinking. After about 5 minutes, I noticed a slight knocking noise coming from the washing machine, and alas, when I dug my hand in the water to try find the culprit item, I pulled out my drenched SGS2.
Now, as any technically-minded person does after such an incident, I immediately pulled out the battery, SIM card and memory card, and went sifting through my kitchen for rice. It was in the sealed bag of rice for about 1.5 weeks, after which I tried to turn it on. It worked! However, the touch screen wasn't responding, so bag into the bag.
Closer to two weeks, I took it out again. This time, everything seemingly worked fine! I did however notice while using the back camera that some residue from the water has stuck onto the rear camera lens. It also took me a while to notice that the bottom microphone isn't working, which defeats the point of having a phone.
Everything else works fine. I took it to a local repair shop (which I'm a bit doubtful of) and they came back to me saying they couldn't do anything.
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So, in conclusion, the bottom microphone isn't working (people can't hear me during calls), and the rear camera lens has residue on it (which can be seen when using the camera):
1) Assuming the warranty is now void due to water damage, do you think I should try my hand at replacing the microphone/USB board on my own? Has anybody done it, and has some pointers? Anyone know a good place to get these?
2) Is anyone aware if the camera area can be broken down to such a point that I can wipe the residue off the lens?
I'm tempted to just take it to another repair shop for them to try - really don't want to go to Samsung though, as they'll likely charge a small fortune.
Thanks for the help in advance,
MrP.
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Hi everyone.
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So, I managed to do a very silly thing *slaps own wrist*. After spilling some food on my brand new pair of shorts, I chucked them straight in the washing machine without thinking. After about 5 minutes, I noticed a slight knocking noise coming from the washing machine, and alas, when I dug my hand in the water to try find the culprit item, I pulled out my drenched SGS2.
Now, as any technically-minded person does after such an incident, I immediately pulled out the battery, SIM card and memory card, and went sifting through my kitchen for rice. It was in the sealed bag of rice for about 1.5 weeks, after which I tried to turn it on. It worked! However, the touch screen wasn't responding, so bag into the bag.
Closer to two weeks, I took it out again. This time, everything seemingly worked fine! I did however notice while using the back camera that some residue from the water has stuck onto the rear camera lens. It also took me a while to notice that the bottom microphone isn't working, which defeats the point of having a phone.
Everything else works fine. I took it to a local repair shop (which I'm a bit doubtful of) and they came back to me saying they couldn't do anything.
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So, in conclusion, the bottom microphone isn't working (people can't hear me during calls), and the rear camera lens has residue on it (which can be seen when using the camera):
1) Assuming the warranty is now void due to water damage, do you think I should try my hand at replacing the microphone/USB board on my own? Has anybody done it, and has some pointers? Anyone know a good place to get these?
2) Is anyone aware if the camera area can be broken down to such a point that I can wipe the residue off the lens?
I'm tempted to just take it to another repair shop for them to try - really don't want to go to Samsung though, as they'll likely charge a small fortune.
Thanks for the help in advance,
MrP.
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I replaced the earpiece (speaker) in my HTC HD2. It was a pain in the ass to tear down. I imagine that my SG2 would be even harder.
I found the earpiece on ebay for only about $10, and it even came with a few tools needed for the tear down (plastic pry tools). It was not for the faint of heart...meaning that I was stressed to the balls, and wasn't sure until it was over if I had destroyed my phone. So the microphone should be possible to replace, if you're careful and technically inclined.
The camera will also probably need to be replaced (although, you might find otherwise when you take it apart). The good news is that it shouldn't cost more than $20, but I have no idea really...just estimating. Here's a link to a guy's G+ post who did it click me.
If you look on google, you'll find youtube videos about the tear down and how to do it.
I'd watch those first to check the difficulty. I think I've also seen instructions somewhere, but don't remember exactly where.
Good luck. Stay calm and be careful.
My camera's lens is all scratched up. No wonder I get lines when shooting lights @ night. Anybody else have this problem?
Is there anyway to replace the outside lens of the camera?
I believe you have to replace whole camera. I recommend a case so the camera doesn't get scratched by surfaces
drewcam888 said:
I believe you have to replace whole camera. I recommend a case so the camera doesn't get scratched by surfaces
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I've had a case on it since day one and It's been like this since I got the camera. I just looked at the first set of night time pics I took and they show the lines on point sources as well. So It must have come like that. I've had the phone for almost 2 months now. I wonder if I should call LG.
I found this on ebay. I need one myself but i can't order it till my move on the 7th. good luck!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/US-NEW-Orig...hash=item35f7f01583:m:mZDQeU4lfsnt265jmZU4_Lg
After you get a news lense, buy this -
LG V10 Camera Lense Skin 5 pack
you have a choice of what is posted in post 4, the whole mid case or get the lens from a dummy phone, you can also get some glass protector for more protection after you change the plastic len
I also have this problem. For me it looks not like scratches but more like problem with the coating (it looks like a smudge). It causes more flare in the upper left corner when you shoot at very bright targets (like street lamps). Otherwise it does not seem to affect sharpness or detail in this area (i also tested with daylight shots). I also ordered the replacement part listed in post 4 but it will take at least 2 weeks to come from china. I have one question - if somebody did the change - did this affect the picture quality negatively? Is this comparable with the original part quality wise?
Never seen or heard of this before, but this happened to me. See attached image. What is this thing? It doesn't move when I tap the phone against something. Pictures are obviously crap. Is my next move removing the back cover to get rid of this thing?
Phone is less than 1 year old, but I don't think I can get warranty service as I bought it in the US as the international "no warranty" version from Amazon.
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camaro322hp said:
Never seen or heard of this before, but this happened to me. See attached image. What is this thing? It doesn't move when I tap the phone against something. Pictures are obviously crap. Is my next move removing the back cover to get rid of this thing?
Phone is less than 1 year old, but I don't think I can get warranty service as I bought it in the US as the international "no warranty" version from Amazon.
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it is faulty hardware send it for replacement
Good Luck
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I got a hair dryer and guitar pick and pulled the back cover off just enough to get the debris out. It appears to be a stray bit of adhesive or sealing tape around the camera lens. All good now, except my phone is probably no longer waterproof.
camaro322hp said:
I got a hair dryer and guitar pick and pulled the back cover off just enough to get the debris out. It appears to be a stray bit of adhesive or sealing tape around the camera lens. All good now, except my phone is probably no longer waterproof.
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Did you re use the stock adhesive?
civicsr2cool said:
Did you re use the stock adhesive?
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Yes. I didn't pull off the entire back cover, only pulled up the corner where the camera is. I suppose I could buy a new back with fresh adhesive to try and make it waterproof again, but I'm not sure how successful that would be.
camaro322hp said:
Yes. I didn't pull off the entire back cover, only pulled up the corner where the camera is. I suppose I could buy a new back with fresh adhesive to try and make it waterproof again, but I'm not sure how successful that would be.
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Gotcha. I'm just curious because I'd like to sand down and buff out a clear back for mine. I think it'd be pretty neat.
civicsr2cool said:
Gotcha. I'm just curious because I'd like to sand down and buff out a clear back for mine. I think it'd be pretty neat.
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That does sound cool. Show us some pics if you manage to do it.
Hey everyone! 'Im new to this site so i thought i might try and ask a few questions. Last Tuesday my rear camera had shattered so i was googling and you-tubing around ways to fix it, how much it would cost... etc. Anyway I decided to fix my own camera because it was so simple but .. even after I've removed the shattered glass and the adhesive, my camera lens will not focus at all, with or without the glass lens. Everything looks blurry, even when i zoom in. I've tried to clean it very carefully with alcohol and a Q-tip but i just cant figure out what the issue is?
Any Suggestions? Thoughts? is it ruined?
Dreaa said:
Hey everyone! 'Im new to this site so i thought i might try and ask a few questions. Last Tuesday my rear camera had shattered so i was googling and you-tubing around ways to fix it, how much it would cost... etc. Anyway I decided to fix my own camera because it was so simple but .. even after I've removed the shattered glass and the adhesive, my camera lens will not focus at all, with or without the glass lens. Everything looks blurry, even when i zoom in. I've tried to clean it very carefully with alcohol and a Q-tip but i just cant figure out what the issue is?
Any Suggestions? Thoughts? is it ruined?
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I actually shattered mine too but never messed with it since it's not effecting the camera quality even tho it's completely shattered with a hole in it.
Any chance there's moisture behind the lenses?
Hmm
I dont think theres any liquid behind the lens. when it shatters i placed tape over it so the pieces wouldnt cut me or move anywhere..... i even carefully cleaned it with alcohol and a Q-tip. Ive read in many places to clear the cache for the camera app but nothings helping... i think maybe its just time to let the s 5 go lol........
So I ran my f1 without any covers because none were available where I live when I first bought it and the free is get disgustingly dirty after minimal use. I was going down a slope and the phone fell from jackets pocket and got dragged 4 meters down on the concrete. The Plastic back is completely annihilated and the upper part of the camera lens is broken. the camera still takes photos but they all have fogginess in them. the side got damaged but the screen is intact.
is it possible to get a replacement for the damaged part? at least for the back. And is it better to try and do it myself (I have some experience) or find a way to send it to an official branch for them to do it? I bought it from a 3rd party online retailer so I doubt the warranty will have any weight here.
yes.there are many videos showing how to do it on youtube
ron_hyatt said:
yes.there are many videos showing how to do it on youtube
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I'm yet to see anything about replacing the camera lens, I could replace the entire model I guess but that'll probably cost a ton.
Abd121 said:
So I ran my f1 without any covers because none were available where I live when I first bought it and the free is get disgustingly dirty after minimal use. I was going down a slope and the phone fell from jackets pocket and got dragged 4 meters down on the concrete. The Plastic back is completely annihilated and the upper part of the camera lens is broken. the camera still takes photos but they all have fogginess in them. the side got damaged but the screen is intact.
is it possible to get a replacement for the damaged part? at least for the back. And is it better to try and do it myself (I have some experience) or find a way to send it to an official branch for them to do it? I bought it from a 3rd party online retailer so I doubt the warranty will have any weight here.
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You can try this.
you can replace the housing easily.
downside is, you cant find a rear housing with the flash cover ..almost all of them on aliexpress, ebay, gearbest DO NOT have the flash cover. they have camera lens cover, but not the flash cover which is kinda strange.
munchy_cool said:
you can replace the housing easily.
downside is, you cant find a rear housing with the flash cover ..almost all of them on aliexpress, ebay, gearbest DO NOT have the flash cover. they have camera lens cover, but not the flash cover which is kinda strange.
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the flash cover is intact. my issue was the glass covering the cameras
SamyakJ said:
You can try this.
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thanks. that is pretty useful! not as a guide but as confirmation that it is possible to replace the camera housing. thanks
I bought spare parts like
Back cover , camera lens , lcd with frame , charging port from aliexpress and they are cheap
All arrived successfully