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A friend's wife dropped her vibrant into some water and powered it on before it was completely dry. Now the display is distorted with lines, occasional flickering, etc. The phone is usable sometimes (when you can see). The touch screen seems responsive, speaker works, front buttons work, and pretty much everything else I tested.
At first I suspected the display, and it might still be bad, but when I took it apart and cleaned it up there was a damaged part on the top board.
Not sure what it is, maybe a capacitor? Labeled, "2R2" on the top.
It's under the narrow portion of the metal cover. The cover that sets directly above it was scorched black.
Basically I'm wondering if it would be worthwhile or possible to replace this board, or even just the part. I'd prefer not to replace just the part since I'm terrible at soldering.
Is it even likely that this is the only culprit?
Any advice?
It is possible. See globaldirectparts.com/category-s/6611.htm for part names and google them for other places w/ cheaper prices. Sounds like lcd issue as well though.
checked there already. They don't have any of the major PCB parts listed. I googled the hell out of it looking for someone selling them(or even a part number) but the best I've found is people on ebay getting rid of "parts phones."
Craigslist or EBay for a broken phone is probably your best bet. See is you can get one that has a broken screen and no water damage. I'm guessing you don't have insurance? Or just seeing if you can do it cheaper.
Sent from my CM7 Powered Vibrant
They had insurance on the previous phone but they bought this one used and didn't call tmo to get insurance switched to it (if they even do that). So they've been paying for insurance that they can't use for the last several months.
I'm worried that the display may be bad as well and if I tell them to get one with a cracked screen they're going to be out the cost of the display as well.
Looks like that's going to be their only option aside from simply getting a new phone though.
Thanks for the replies
Hey guys. Seems like I didn't have that much luck with my Galaxy S2, as there are two strange spots on my display glass. Seems like there's a problem with the coating there. See the attachment for what I mean, that's what it looks like when you touched the display several times with your whole hand (which could be a bit sweaty ).
Anybody else having similar problems? I'm probably gonna send it back and get a replacement unit.
never seen this before - looks like another DOA - go and get a replacement!
Don't you think people would have noticed that before if it were widespread? It's a QC issue, just like the suction cup circle.
I decided to go with a refund for now. I can still buy it again if I want to, but at least I can wait. Seems like my decision to go for an early adoption was once more a failure
Hello,
I got a Flyer a week ago. On Thursday, I dropped it and got it replaced at best buy. Today, I dropped is again on a parking lot with the pen. They both have dents, and the Flyer has this white dot on the screen that won't come off. Should I take it to best buy, with a request to replace? Or should I call HTC or something. Ideas?
Thanks.
P.S: Yes, I am clumsy at times.
HTC's warranty does not cover damage done by you, normal wear and tear, etc. They are strict on this, so don't bother contacting them.
Dents and dings are just normal wear and tear. Who cares? Your devices are not going to look brand new forever. If you worry that much about the appearance, get an invisible shield, or use a case/skin for it.
As far as the white dot, its either a stuck or broken pixel. If Best Buy replaced it before for something you did, then maybe they will do it again. But its just them being nice to you, its not technically their problem. Unless you spent extra to get the insurance coverage which includes user caused damage. Think about it, if Best Buy or HTC replaced a device every time somebody dropped or otherwise damaged it, they would be out of business.
Alright thanks. I will purchase the warranty and ask them to replace it.
It depends on the type of warranty to...normally it s only replace or fix if broken..not dents or scratches.
Sent from my HTC Flyer P512
I have noticed a crack by each speaker (the one near the top is much deeper) on the thin plastic of my TouchPad. I know it's a common problem and was just wondering if anyone else is pissed about this? I feel like it's a waste of my time to even baby this device anymore now that it's not pristine.
EDIT: Added image for proof and links to other sites about the same issue.
Similar threads:
http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3252526
http://forums.precentral.net/hp-touchpad/288235-touchpad-case-cracked-speaker.html
I have the same problem. Noticed mine was cracked 2 days ago. REALLY pissed me off because I take extra care with this ever since i got it. Put a drop of superglue in there and pressed it back down. Isnt perfect, but shouldn't crack again.
same here unfortunately.
did the superglue trick as i don't want a refurb.
i plan to beat the hell out of this thing anyway lol.
I'm fixing to get some epoxy and fill in the scratches today. I asked my friend who got his the same day I did and he said he has no scratches. Oh, and I also have the infamous crack by my headphone jack. I've never even plugged anything into the jack.
I have a crack closest to my headphone jack. I didn't notice it until I seen your post here.
I notice that the glass is raised just slightly as well. I'm kinda mad but then I remember what I spent on it.
Posting from it now as a matter of fact.
I got a crack also. the bottom left speaker. not to happy. i wonder how much a back cover costs and where we and buy one?
Pics please?
How long have you guys had your TPs? Mine is only 2 weeks old and so far, there are no cracks around the speakers or the earphone jack.
This is the same problem the Nook had when it was first released, cracks around the page turn buttons. My later production nook (version 1 e-ink) never showed any cracks.
I assume most of us wil have to expect this to happen on our TPs, unless it was a mold issue with a few earlier units.
I know exactly when it happened too. it was in my bookbag in a special pocket on the back made for small laptops or tablets. very padded. my bookbag fell off my couch, maybe two feet, flat on it's back. I take out my TP and it's cracked. not cool.
I've had mine for a little over a week. It went into an official HP case right out of the box. I've been very careful with it. Never dropped it or anything like that. Yesterday I noticed there was a crack by the left speaker. It sucks to have such a thing happen when you're really careful. Used some super glue in it. Will beat the hell out of it now.
I posted about this on SD and made a poll for it almost two weeks ago.
slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3252526
I was proposing the possibility that all of these are defective and this is the reason why HP liquidated them.
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I was proposing the possibility that all of these are defective and this is the reason why HP liquidated them.
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You can't be serious.
Why would HP take a $200 loss for an issue that people may or may not notice.
Guess what.
Mine is cracked too. I didn't notice it until I saw this thread and went looking. Never would have seen it otherwise.
Mine is crack free, literally and figuratively
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I know exactly when it happened too. it was in my bookbag in a special pocket on the back made for small laptops or tablets. very padded. my bookbag fell off my couch, maybe two feet, flat on it's back. I take out my TP and it's cracked. not cool.
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This is the exact location mine is in. I've kept mine inside the factory box since day one. I have a joby ori on the way, but I guess I need to glue it up now.
Sent from my Illudium Q-36 Explosive Space Modulator
Anyone found a way to prevent it? Not got the crack just yet, I guess they didn't reinforce the plastic casing around the parts mentioned from the inside.... Pretty poor.
My tablet has taken a couple drops and I dont have any scratchs, dings, or cracks! I wonder what is causing the problem for some people. I have been rather impressed with the build quality of my TouchPad, Id say it almost comprable to my iPad.
I have a hairline crack I never noticed until I checked. It looked like a spec of dust but was indeed a crack on the speaker headed away from the screen.
Here is a pic of the one by my top/left speaker. It has actually spread since I first began this thread. It's bigger than it used to be and I still have never dropped it or mistreated it in anyway.
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I have a crack closest to my headphone jack. I didn't notice it until I seen your post here.
I notice that the glass is raised just slightly as well. I'm kinda mad but then I remember what I spent on it.
Posting from it now as a matter of fact.
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My glass is raised on the speaker side as well. I can see it move when I press on the bezel. Hopefully the screen doesn't pop out on me.
Well, this is definitely a huge issue. A hairline crack just formed on my 64GB white touchpad within the last day right by one of the speakers. I never bumped, dropped, etc my touchpad. I am guessing this is going to occur to 100% of the touchpads out there eventually. I had mine for over a week before this crack appeared. Give yours time and keep an eye on it. You should have them soon enough.
I have noticed for a while now, the metal between the charging port and the screen on my prime occasionally bends in slightly for reasons unknown (perhaps a port connection with the dock? The way I hold the tracker itself? I dunno). I have thought nothing of it, and usually just push my thumb there to bend it back to its original location upon noticing it. This was undesirable, but acceptable up until a couple of weeks ago when I realized that the repeated stress on that little strip of metal finally took its toll, and it appeared to be snapped in the center. Again, I pushed it back to the original orientation, but the damage is now done. This makes me unhappy and must be a design flaw. I take the prime almost everywhere I go and use the heck out of it, but I absolutely baby this device. There's no reason why this should have happened.
I can still charge my prime with no issues. I usually keep my prime either in a cheap faux leather case, or in the case and connected to the dock. I've had my prime since May, and have been completely satisfied with this one exception.
Has anyone else had this same problem? We're you able to have Asus fix the issue, or replace the backing, etc? Is this the beginning of the end for my prime? Like I wrote, I am not having any related issues from this at this time. I do not wish to mail it in, but don't want this to get any worse and have problems with my screen because of the lack of any kind of rear support in that little location. Any shared experiences would be appreciated.
Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using xda app-developers app
Same problem here, all the color has gone and has a wavy shape to it. Not snapped yet though.
Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using xda app-developers app
Likewise, mine has been like this for a while. Can't fathom what might be the reason as the regular charging cord wouldn't cause damage like this.
The dock on the other hand, is a very likely culprit.
Scribbled with the Note II
1. Docking has bent the aluminium frame above the tablet's port
Looks awful. Hopefully the circuit board's connection doesn't crack. It's only a matter of time I guess.
I noticed mine was bent a few weeks ago when I tried to charge it. I pushed it back with a small screwdriver and it looks OK. Now I am constantly looking at it Anyway, I don't hav the dock so this is not related to it (but the dock may cause it too). I put the little shipping thingy on for protection but it doesn't stay in very well. BTW- Had my Prime since Dec 27 of last year so it's taken almost a year for mine to bend. A friend has a TF700 ans his bent as well. Design flaw indeed.
Bent on mine as well.
Sent from my SPH-L710
Mine was bent upon first removal from the box. I never sent it back because they were very hard get last January. Since then I sent it in for RMA repair for the rear camera issue and Asus replaced the entire unit so problem solved!
same here. Started bending out about 6 months after purchase, then after a few more months of me pushing it back in it finally stapped in the middle. I tried to push it back in but it wouldn't go all the way back in so, and it killed me to do this because i absolutely baby my prime, i had to break the two pieces that were now hannging out becuase they were sharp as heck. I don't ever use my dock so that didn't have anything to do with it and it stays in a very sturdy case so this is obviously a deign flaw. I considered sending it back to get fixed, but after all the negative reviews i've been reading from dissatisfied rma customers i am just settling for telling everyone of my friends who ask me that I will never buy another asus product again and if they're smart they'll do the same. Not only did ASUS put out a flawed device, they refuse to fix anyones problems. I don't care about the wifi or gps problems, some devices will always be better in that respect, but when it comes to hardware defects, such as this problem with the casing breaking off, and about 8 months after i bought the prime the small thin plastic piece that separates the two rows of pins in the prime charging port snapped in half and fell out, so now when i plug it into charge i have to be incredibly careful to not bend the pins inside the prime, and forget about me using my $150 keboard dock that completely stopped working after about 10 months. The quality of these products is just unacceptable and matched only by the insulting refusal by ASUS to do anything to assist us who, like myself, invested $650 for their crap products. whew, okay i'm done.
ASUS must realize it's a design problem. My kids broke my charge port, so I sent it in for repair. I was told they would send me an estimate on the repair cost (since it was customer damage). After not hearing from them for a couple weeks, I called up wanting to know what the hell was going on, and found out that they repaired it free of charge and was sending it back. Nice!
-Tracy
mine did the same about a week ago. I plan on taking some sandpaper and gently sanding down the sharp edges.
This isn't really a big deal for me, I am just slightly worried for the glass, but looking inside reassures me it will be fine with the metal plate behind it.
I actually like that my charger goes in a little easier now, although I'll probably have to shell out 30 bucks to buy a replacement soon, the plastic broke off it a while ago.
I'm not even mad, have squaretrade warranty for another year or so - just waiting for an 'accident' to happen, hopefully around the time a new transformer comes. Not interested in infinity after hearing prime can get better FPS and battery life. Hopefully a tablet with a 1280x800 display and next gen hardware will be on the way soon.