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Got a situation here , after a year or so my X10's earspeakers are crackling, making it almost impossible to hear what people are saying.
Just wondering whether anyone else here has experienced this issue, or already fixed it. If not then maybe I'll send it in for repairs.
Thanks all.
Sent from my wannabe ICS X10
Prodigy said:
Got a situation here , after a year or so my X10's earspeakers are crackling, making it almost impossible to hear what people are saying.
Just wondering whether anyone else here has experienced this issue, or already fixed it. If not then maybe I'll send it in for repairs.
Thanks all.
Sent from my wannabe ICS X10
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I haven't a X10 anymore but this sounds very familiar. I had it also at the end. We have a company here in Holland that will buy your old phone. But they have a few rules for get the most off the money ( I got for example still 80euros for a 2 years old phone, the maximal price that the want to give). So when my phone was back to stock a friend call me. He ask if I had already a new phone because the crackling sound was gone. I don't really know If this story helps you, because I haven't take the time to test it ( I want back then the Arc S so quick as possible). I had a feeling the cause was the ROM. The latest three month I have the same ROM. And the latest two month I had that issue. So you can try to make a backup and flash a stock ROM and try If its gone.
Good luck
Im using wolf's ROM, will try another if I have to... thanks!
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Hello guys, I know it could sound really weird for you all, but here's my point: I just bought an Xperia Mini on eBay from a user claiming he had received it directly from Sony Ericsson as a free sample. I received it yesterday, it was unpacked and was sold together with the battery charger only. Nothing too strange.
By the way, after about half an hour I realized the phone had a front camera.
Ok, I watched the video and i know I'm a noob on XDA. But I'm no stupid
So don't tell me it's the light/proximity sensor! I wouldn't be here! It's a working front camera, since I can switch between this one and the "normal" one and take pictures. Here is a picture of the phone:
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Looks like I can't post links, so I'll just skip this step
Anyway, the other strange thing is that the phone comes with Android 2.3.3, build 4.0.A.2.368, and I can't update it. Not directly from the phone, nor using PC Companion. It just keeps saying the software is up to date.
So... have you ever heard of something like this? What should I do?
What is the phone model in the settings?
Model ST15i
I wrote to the seller, and he just answered me: he says that, working for a company that create applications for iOS and Android, they usually get five samples for each model. This is one of those. It could be, as I thought, a sort of "prototype". The thing is: I am grateful for the front camera, but I'd like to be able to get software updates, and this seems impossible. And also, I suppose that updating through "unofficial" ways would take to the impossibility of using the front camera.
i'm thinking of sending it back and buying a new one
I'm really envious right now...
really curious now.. Try adding photo's with the attachments feature !
where are you from?
can you share the link where you buy?
sorry for my bad english
Here's the picture of the phone... I wouldn't be envious at all, anyway. I have a couple of days to understand if I can update the phone, if updating causes the impossibility of using the front camera, and if - even worse - it can cause hardware incompatibilities, crashes, explosions or else. Then I have to decide if I want to send it back or not.
D'oh.
That's pretty cool... But it absolutely sucks that you can't update the firmware..
Maybe you can contact Sony and ask if there is any way to update..
gijs46 said:
That's pretty cool... But it absolutely sucks that you can't update the firmware..
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That's my point.
gijs46 said:
Maybe you can contact Sony and ask if there is any way to update..
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I doubt it... it looks like this is a "test" version that was long ago abandoned by developers... anyway, I'd rather buy a new phone. It's easier xD
@ahzoe
I'm italian and I bought it from a private seller, so I have a UNIQUE piece... wow, sooooo cool... lol
Feanor88 said:
That's my point.
I doubt it... it looks like this is a "test" version that was long ago abandoned by developers... anyway, I'd rather buy a new phone. It's easier xD
@ahzoe
I'm italian and I bought it from a private seller, so I have a UNIQUE piece... wow, sooooo cool... lol
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Sell it to someone for better price
Someguyfromhell said:
Sell it to someone for better price
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Do you want to buy it for 135 €? That's what I spent to get it...
If I was you, I wouldn't contact Sony about it
If it was a test product, don't think they will be happy that an Xperia Mini is roaming around in the wild with a front camera. In my opinion if you really want to update, flash a ROM that is made for the Xperia Mini Pro, then you might be able to use the front camera. There is barely any difference between the XMP and XM then the HW keyboard and the Front camera.
an update is not necessary. you can flash a custom roms
Izzy Stinson said:
an update is not necessary. you can flash a custom roms
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That and just make sure you have a copy of current firmware.
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That and just make sure you have a copy of current firmware.
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Well... how do I create a backup copy of my firmware? Because I'm not sure it's the same as the "normal" 4.0.A.2.368. By the way, if I flash a new ROM on my device, what happens if I try to restore to the original manifacturer firmware? Does the phone keep it in memory, or does it restore to the new, "clean" firmware?
Sorry for my bad English, I don't know how to explain it better -__-
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Well... how do I create a backup copy of my firmware? Because I'm not sure it's the same as the "normal" 4.0.A.2.368. By the way, if I flash a new ROM on my device, what happens if I try to restore to the original manifacturer firmware? Does the phone keep it in memory, or does it restore to the new, "clean" firmware?
Sorry for my bad English, I don't know how to explain it better -__-
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Install CWM recovery and do a backup maybe it will work if anything goes wrong
This phone is original?
What you could do is flash any Rom you want, that is from a Stock Rom. BUT! Always back up your system so that you can go back to it if something goes wrong.
If you need any help on how to's and stuff like that just tell me and ill help you out.
I'm curious by this system
You can root, install recovery CWM and send me one backup?
at least you can use face unlock after the official ics update
I recently replaced my broken dev edition (camera was broken- it rattled whenever the phone vibrated) with a T-Mobile edition. I am on complete stock and have not yet unlocked the bootloader. Ive noticed that the camera clicks whenever I launch an app that uses it. Sometimes its a very soft click, and other times its a extremely loud clock, kind of like a snapping noise. I did not see this issue on my dev edition, so I am not entirely sure whether it should be there and because my camera was broken before I didnt hear it, or if I got another faulty device. Does anyone else hear/notice this on their device? Is it maybe fixed in later firmware versions, and only and issue on 1.27.x roms? Thanks in advance.
I believe this is normal it happens to me too on both of my H1's and also my old sensation. It's like the camera sensor is adjusting once some app gains access to it
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deol 4ever said:
I believe this is normal it happens to me too on both of my H1's and also my old sensation. It's like the camera sensor is adjusting once some app gains access to it
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Alright cool thanks! I was just unsure since my first one didnt have it, but that camera was broken. Wanted to be sure before I unlocked and started flashing, in case I need to replace it again, which would have made me very unhappy.
biontc said:
Alright cool thanks! I was just unsure since my first one didnt have it, but that camera was broken. Wanted to be sure before I unlocked and started flashing, in case I need to replace it again, which would have made me very unhappy.
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Mine is very quiet all the time though. I'd say don't worry, but I'm not sure why yours might be inconsistent in the volume?
Interesting. Mine consistently varies in volume.
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Hi!
My camera does make the a sound every time I open an camera app, too. However, stock camera app doesn't make the sound as loud, and sometimes there's no click sound when opening stock camera app. Every time I open LineCamera, though, the camera makes a very noticeable click sound.
It's the OIS
http://www.htc.com/www/zoe/stabilization/
Ok guys. I am noticing that when the device vibrates when I am getting a call I can hear the camera rattling on this device as well. It does not rattle all the time like the previous one did. Does anyone else notice this? I can both see and hear the camera rattle.
Hello There, I Already Own Three Xperia And Now Willing To Buy Z Ultra Coz The Price Here Now Is 250$. So My Question Is It Really Worth Getting Coz Its Knida Old Now And Some Of My Question Are:-
1. Is Camera Really Dull? According To Many Users They Say Camera Is Very Poor The Image Contains Very Much Noise. I Know It Doesnt Have Flash Bt m Asking About Camera Performance I Really Dont Use Much Flash
2. Battery Life- How Much On Screen Time U Get When Fully Charged?
3. Screen- I Heard The Device Screen Cracks Easily Even When Its In Pocket.
4. Custom Roms - Are Good And Stable ROMS Available For This Device?
Please Help Me Out I Am Looking Forward To Getting It.
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Please Reply? Anyone?
yaduvanshi said:
Hello There, I Already Own Three Xperia And Now Willing To Buy Z Ultra Coz The Price Here Now Is 250$. So My Question Is It Really Worth Getting Coz Its Knida Old Now And Some Of My Question Are:-
1. Is Camera Really Dull? According To Many Users They Say Camera Is Very Poor The Image Contains Very Much Noise. I Know It Doesnt Have Flash Bt m Asking About Camera Performance I Really Dont Use Much Flash
2. Battery Life- How Much On Screen Time U Get When Fully Charged?
3. Screen- I Heard The Device Screen Cracks Easily Even When Its In Pocket.
4. Custom Roms - Are Good And Stable ROMS Available For This Device?
Please Help Me Out I Am Looking Forward To Getting It.
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HI, forget the age of launch of this phone, he can compete with the actual flashgrips easy so...age are nothing!! I have this phone and i have to say: old or not, im in love with it every day i use it!
And reply to your answers:
1. This is not a camera phone, so, for pictures in low light is very poor yes but in outside with sun and etc is a good camera, and have infinite apps for camera will optimize the quality, not to complain about (my experience).
2. Battery life if you understand what to do nicely you get 2/3 days of it, but if you root it, get clock down of processor for day use not too much of game, you get +5 days on it! (i have!!)
3. Screen is the most perfect thing on this smartphone, is gorgerous, if you take a glass screen protector on front and back and carry it only in your jacket pocket on a bag it doesnt brick or crack...only crack if you carry on your jeans! (i already have advertise some users about that. USE ONLY IN JACKET OR IN BAG!)
4. Custom ROM's im not too much inside that world because the stock rom is perfect to me, i did some customization only in visual, after root removed some apps to not drain battery with non useful apps and is OK for me: 41260 on ANTUTU!
if you have more questions im here to reply them! No doubt you dont find better phone for 250/270$ than that! really...i paid 275€ for mine 2 months ago and is a very bad as$ phone!
Thanx Brotha For Reply You Cleared My Doubts But Does Its Screen Cracks Easily? Coz Many Times I Phone Slips From My Hand I Already Have Xperia Z And After Many Falls Its Still Working Like Charm.
yaduvanshi said:
Thanx Brotha For Reply You Cleared My Doubts But Does Its Screen Cracks Easily? Coz Many Times I Phone Slips From My Hand I Already Have Xperia Z And After Many Falls Its Still Working Like Charm.
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if you drop it into the ground as far as i know depending of the size of fall it can survive or it can brick the screen...all depends of luck!
Its more easy to brick if they fall because is a bigger phone...you have to carrying it with more precaution.
My phone has been over heating. A LOT. Even with basic use. No gaming or anything. Anyone experience this? I called tech and they were no help. Told me to run in safe mode and remove my SD card..... Ya that won't work for me.
Thinking about full wipe but I dread resetting up everything.
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My phone has been over heating. A LOT. Even with basic use. No gaming or anything. Anyone experience this? I called tech and they were no help. Told me to run in safe mode and remove my SD card..... Ya that won't work for me.
Thinking about full wipe but I dread resetting up everything.
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I haven't had any issues like that. Only over heading I experienced were while using car navigation while wireless charging. You can try shopping cache plus restart to see if something is stuck, or if you have a new installation freeze that and see if things get better.
Another thing to look at is detailed battery use, see if there is any surprises. Many times the app that causes heating will also cause faster battery drain. If you can't find the app then full wipe may be needed.
Edit: one other question, did you change case recently? some cases don't transfer heat as well.
I did. A lot. Got to the point that I could take one picture and the camera would shut off because it was over heating. Hard reset didn't fix anything. I also had wireless problems (wifi would never stay off, airplane mode didn't work), and battery life was pretty poor (coming from Note 2). Replacement phone seems much better on all counts.
Thanks for the info guys. No case on the phone. Still working on rooting and playing with Xposed.... Maybe something there will help.... Or just have Verizon send a new one. I really do love this phone... So hopefully I can resolve this.... Maybe lollipop will help... If we ever get it....
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I found that using settings reset is just below factory reset cleaned up my issues. It retains your programs and data.
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So had Verizon send me a new phone..... Have had it a day and a half and have already seen signs of over heating...... Granted it's close to 100 outside..... But I've been in the car with AC using GPS and it was getting really warm. I've had SEVERAL other phones with the same or more heavy usage with no over heating issues......
Not sure what to do. If it keeps up I'm going to have to consider a new phone....
Anyone know of any risks using the phone when it's over heating??? It's not going to explode or catch fire is it???
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I did. A lot. Got to the point that I could take one picture and the camera would shut off because it was over heating. Hard reset didn't fix anything. I also had wireless problems (wifi would never stay off, airplane mode didn't work), and battery life was pretty poor (coming from Note 2). Replacement phone seems much better on all counts.
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So had Verizon send me a new phone..... Have had it a day and a half and have already seen signs of over heating...... Granted it's close to 100 outside..... But I've been in the car with AC using GPS and it was getting really warm. I've had SEVERAL other phones with the same or more heavy usage with no over heating issues......
Not sure what to do. If it keeps up I'm going to have to consider a new phone....
Anyone know of any risks using the phone when it's over heating??? It's not going to explode or catch fire is it???
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Same here. I can use the camera on this one but this is annoying. Might sell and go back to my trusty Note 2 that still hasn't sold anyway.
Anybody find any workarounds (besides the tin-foil inside the case thing)? I get camera shut-down after just playing around with the various modes without even recording anything. Thinking about getting an ice-pack to mount on the phone when I want to record videos......
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Anybody find any workarounds (besides the tin-foil inside the case thing)? I get camera shut-down after just playing around with the various modes without even recording anything. Thinking about getting an ice-pack to mount on the phone when I want to record videos......
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same problem here also dude.......... annoyying camera force closing!!!! getting heated up frequently while using camera...
any solution developers??????
Ugh this phone still do this on lollipop rom?
Yes! ?
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p.shashikiran94 said:
same problem here also dude.......... annoyying camera force closing!!!! getting heated up frequently while using camera...
any solution developers??????
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Hey bro, you should try resetting the camera app. delete cache first,then data....disable then reenable. then reboot phone. Lemme know if it works
DroidUser_Wind said:
Hey bro, you should try resetting the camera app. delete cache first,then data....disable then reenable. then reboot phone. Lemme know if it works
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tried bro..... not working!
I was having the overheat issue when I used the camera, so i downloaded the google camera app and it seems to work better.
My wife and I got refurbished phones from VZW, her's crashes to home screen now (Camera) and mine works for a few minutes longer than the old one.
Right now I am looking into getting a new phone, this one is getting annoying, want something I can get current Android version on and not a year old unpatched (Stagefright) leak that is not even Marshmallow.
jac6695 said:
Ugh this phone still do this on lollipop rom?
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yes dude
jac6695 said:
Ugh this phone still do this on lollipop rom?
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yes bro
Lol why do you keep quoting me?
Look at his country of origin, he is not accustomed to our ways I would say. :good:
Cut him some slack he is trying to fit in.
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sorry friends.. I'm new to xda. sorry.