I just bought a neo V and i seem to have noticed something very wrong with my phone!
It seems that Sony (Ericsson) has gold plated the charging port instead of the HDMI port!
I know that gold plating is done to improving conductivity, but what's the use of giving a gold plated HDMI cable but not the port itself??
This seems to be a major manufacturing defect to me......
Do all neo (v) users have the same problem??
yes, I guess we all have Gold plated charging port.
zmbutt said:
yes, I guess we all have Gold plated charging port.
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well......I don't think that it's supposed to be like that.
Charging ports don't need gold plating.
(Neo V might be the only phone in the world with this!!!)
Don't know how Sony just ignored this manufacturing defect...
I've read in GSMArena(Neo V Review) that they contact Sony about this issue, & they(Sony) accepted its Manufacturing fault with all devices.
any disadvantages if charging port with gold plated?
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any disadvantages if charging port with gold plated?
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No Disadvantage, but it was suppose to be for HDMI port ...
I see it on my Neo too. Anyone with a recently manufactured phone?
see that .. i always thought that both ports are gold plated. i guess coz i never used the hdmi port )
btw yes. my HDMI port IS NOT gold plated. the USB however IS.
offtopic: any way to see manufacturing date / factory?
there was a way to see that by decoding IMEI on my old nokia 6630 (AWESOME PIECE OF S**T!! IT STILL WORKS! Oh yea .. its the world first 3G phone ) )
Gjole86 said:
see that .. i always thought that both ports are gold plated. i guess coz i never used the hdmi port )
btw yes. my HDMI port IS NOT gold plated. the USB however IS.
offtopic: any way to see manufacturing date / factory?
there was a way to see that by decoding IMEI on my old nokia 6630 (AWESOME PIECE OF S**T!! IT STILL WORKS! Oh yea .. its the world first 3G phone ) )
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look for something like this 11w26 where you found the SI no. it means 2011. 26th week....
They meant to provide it for both. But the market version ended up with just one. Nothing new, if you researched before buying, you would have known
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Looks like i got no gold here. Maybw someone could take a picture of the gold connectors?
Maybe im just blind
There you go,
Courtesy of Gsmarena.com
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Hi All,
Just ditched my Nokia N96 after being a Nokia user for over 10yrs. The Hero is a breath of fresh air! So ... a couple of questions ...
Firstly, anyone have any idea how to set the lock screen wallpaper back to its default image? I have set it to a photo, but cant seem to choose anything other than what is in an album on the phone.
Secondly, I'm having a really hard time sourcing a spare mains charger and a car charger. All anyone seems to have, both on eBay and from Googling, is Mini-USB connectors, even though they're advertised as for the Hero. Mine is definately not mini-USB. Anyone have any clue as to where I can get a proper one please?
Cheers ... T
Not sure about the first question as I've never bothered to change the default wallpaper, but as for your second question the charger is a mini-usb and you should be able to find it in any decent phone shop
NOT Mini-USB
Mine is most definately NOT Mini-USB.
It is rectangular with just one corner angled.
To get the default lockscreen wallpaper try changing the 'scene' of the phone. So from the homescreen, press menu ---> scenes and then choose one of the scenes. You'll lose how you have laid out the homescreen but the lockscreen image should revert to one of the standard HTC ones. Different scenes have different lockscreen wallpapers images I belive so try them all out.
The socket on your Hero is compatable with any mini-usb plug, charger, cable etc. Trust me I know they are different shapes but they fit and work just fine. I have an old Nokia usb to mini usb transer cable that i'm using at work to charge/transfer data while at work using my work pc.
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Mine is most definately NOT Mini-USB.
It is rectangular with just one corner angled.
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it is defenitely mini-usb, just try it, before posting such a ****
Nice language
OK, so my knowledge of Mini-USB connectors is evidentally lacking, but all of the mini-usb connectors that i have seen have not been the same shape as the Hero requires. I shall go on a hunt to the shops this lunchtime.
Felikz - If using bad aggressive language is standard on this forum, then I'm evidentally in the wrong place. Either that, or you are.
Thankyou to all of you who have posted proper replies
Mate this WILL fit your Hero, as I said I know it's a different shape to the socket on the Hero but this is a standard mini usb and will fit.
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Lesson learnt
should have tried it shouldnt I?!
Yep, standard mini-usb does indeed fit into the slot on the Hero, despite being a different shape from the hole.
Superb. Thanks people.
Does anyone have a good picture of the microUSB port on the Thunderbolt? I have been searching but haven't found a clear picture. I am trying to figure out if I need a right angled microUSB cable or a left angled microUSB cable. I would like the microUSB cable to go down. Thanks in advanced. I can't wait for the release of this phone, I've already bought a few goodies for it!
theres a nice 360 view on bestbuy that might help you.
simulator.bestbuy.wdsserve.com/vdevice-bestbuy/common/
EDIT: new member had to take the http out sorry
Thanks for that link! If I'm looking at everything right, it would seem a left angled microUSB is the way to go.
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no problem glad i could help. yea if you want the cord to go towards the bottom of the phone it seems like that would be what you want.
Where do you get the right angle cables from?
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Where do you get the right angle cables from?
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I would assume a site like monoprice.com has them
Unfortunately, it does not look like monoprice has any angled cables. That was the first place I checked. The cables I found are made by StarTech. They sell them directly from their website, or they can be purchased through other sites like newegg.com.
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Unfortunately, it does not look like monoprice has any angled cables. That was the first place I checked. The cables I found are made by StarTech. They sell them directly from their website, or they can be purchased through other sites like newegg.com.
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You're correct
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Thanks for that link! If I'm looking at everything right, it would seem a left angled microUSB is the way to go.
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I will be looking to get one of these also
why do you want one of these? just curious i might want the benifit of using one of these too!
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why do you want one of these? just curious i might want the benifit of using one of these too!
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I personally want one for my vehicle. I have a phone mount to the right side of my radio. Since the charging port is on the left side of the phone, this new cable will allow the phone to charge without interfering with my radio contols, and it will look nicer when charging.
The new cable will go straight down and into the 12V adapter. Should look nice.
Hello.
I was thinking of buying a tablet, but since I bought the xperia s phone, I am thinking if it is possible to use the hdmi out of the phone to a larger, portable monitor and use it as a tablet.
Do you know where i could get a lightweight monitor with capabilities of hdmi in so I can hack it into a diy "tablet".
I am considering to use the display only for output i.e no touch screen, although that would be good.
So basically you're looking for a battery powered TV with HDMI input ? something like this
Well yes,but in not that price range
I am thinking of composing one with various components from tablets, but I don't know how a tablet or laptop monitor can be connected to an hdmi adaptor and work without the use of a motherboard or a graphics card.
I don't see the point of a larger display just to connect to your phone considering that it is possible to get a 9.7" IPS screen dual core android tablet for under US$250.. Check pandawill. Look for the Amlogic -MX chipset or the rockchip RK30XX series.
Heck, they even offer ICS to boot.
I dont think you will be able to find exactly what you are looking for, I but I have an idea for you to consider. The Morotola Atrix has a LapDock accessory. This is basically an 11" screen, a usb keyboard / mouse and a huge battery all rolled into one. Someone on the forum has taken the rear apart and it is basically just a micro USB and micro HDMI cable. He plugged his Xperia in and it just worked. Phone will not charge off the battery while the HDMI is enabled, but everything else is fine.
Now, these devices retail for about £300, but recently 2 retailers in the UK have been selling them for £42 and £48, probably because the Atrix is outdated now.
I very nearly took the plunge myself, but I already have a 14" laptop and an iPad
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Something to consider.
BigPhil this is exactly what I was looking for.
Since I don't want to spent much money in buying a Windows tablet now, considering the windows 8 tablet release this year, the Morotola Atrix LapDock would do the job.
Do you have any links for the £42 and £48 UK shops?
Sure, but it looks like both offers have ended.
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/motorola-atrix-lapdock-for-49-59-now-ebuyer-com-1203522
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/motorola-atrix-lapdock-only-41-27-delivered-oyyy-1204185
Worth checking that site periodically
Edit: I have just checked eBay and there are loads £40-£75 on there. Good a place as any to start, perhaps pick up a case at the same time.
Umm... this one ?
http://www.medltech.com/product.html
How well could you fit an S into the Lapdock? Any S users have one?(Pics pls).
At that price its well worth it.
take a look at this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1593849
xperiax10.awesome said:
take a look at this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1593849
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That was me posting in the other thread.....0.0.....alzheimer's already!
Ooops, sry !!!
from xperia PLAY
xperiax10.awesome said:
Ooops, sry !!!
from xperia PLAY
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No apologies needed, that was me being forgetful as ****.
Where can I get A10S LCD-KD wire which connects mainboard to the display? I googled, but with no really success.
I blame myself for being so curious in what is there inside (I hear mechanical noises inside, but there's no HDD, I think they was from the power filters). When i opened the case - mainboard to display wire was split up in two parts of a wire where it was soldered (contacts badly damaged) and that's all... (
The ports are seems ok... Only wire...
Can you place a photo ?
One of XDA members send me a replace. I think I'll receive it this month.
And the photo:
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Oke problem solved then.
I hope,
because that cable is beyond repair....
Question about a10slcd-kd cable
Dear sir,
My name is Goran. I come from Germany. I have the same tablet as you (Archos 101 g9). Also, I have the same problem wit a10slcd-kd wire. I would like to ask you to help me to find the mentioned wire. where did you find it? Where I can search for it, because I can not find it on internet. Please, help me if you can.
I will waot for your reply.
With respect,
Goran Kovacevic
where did you find it? Where I can search for it
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I didn't found the site to buy this cable either. Some good guy on this forum helped me with the cable, but wasn't sent it, because he's busy right now. Maybe someone here will help you with the cable, good luck.
The guy who offers me help with the cable did not contact me more than a week, so I think he will not send me a cable.
Too bad...
Can anyone point me at where to find these cables? I don't want to throw it, a tablet is good, I want it to work.
Perhaps a flie market or something like that.
Archos 101 g9 tablet faulty cable
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Perhaps a flie market or something like that.
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Hello i also have this broken cable and not sure where to get a replacement either, if someone has one to sell id be happy to buy it + postage also i would like to know what this cable is called if poss?
That cable can be carefully detached and attached, I've repaired my Archos 101G9 exactly that way with the working cable.
But that's only info, good luck you all in searching.
Dont forget about sticking it with a strong scotch tape!
I have had it for years, love it, I let my mom borrow and she tried to force the charger in upside down. Anyone have any info on replacing the usb/charger port? pics, advice, prayers, anything would be better than going in blind. I have not opened it yet, but is the footprint the same as a micro-USB (which I am kinda assuming) could I possible just replace the usb with micro-USB port?
thanks in advance
cheers,
disco
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I have had it for years, love it, I let my mom borrow and she tried to force the charger in upside down. Anyone have any info on replacing the usb/charger port? pics, advice, prayers, anything would be better than going in blind. I have not opened it yet, but is the footprint the same as a micro-USB (which I am kinda assuming) could I possible just replace the usb with micro-USB port?
thanks in advance
cheers,
disco
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1)buy parts from here:
parts4repair.com
2)select DOCK CHARGING BOARD
3)buy the right one ( one without 4g antena OR the one with if you have 4g tablet )
4)repacement is easy but repair with patience and slow.
5) have fun
for info : i have repaired once so i know it works
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I have not opened it yet, but is the footprint the same as a micro-USB (which I am kinda assuming) could I possible just replace the usb with micro-USB port?
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I've indicated which three connections that you will have to unplug -- in addition to unscrewing the charging board. The only two tools that you should need are a pry tool (a knife will probably do) and a Philips or Frearson screwdriver.
i had the same idea of doing that, but as far as i know that is impossible