Has anyone else had problems with their power port and 'lock slots' on the 'bottom' edge of their 300? By bottom edge I mean as it would sit in the dock. I've noticed a crack to the leading edge of my power port and the right slot after some time docking and undocking! Kinda irks my ass ya know? Just wondering if this is a known problem and is Asus aware or just me?
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I'm guessing not? I can't imagine I'm the only one. Just wondering if I should submit an RMA...
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The bottom part of my tablet just around the 30 pin connector kind of fell off on my tablet. Is that what you are talking about?
mine has too on all 3 parts, both slots for the dock connector and the power plug
i've got the same sort of crack in my casing, just buy a new casing online, you can pop it of with a guitar pick or a case opener tool.
Buying a new casing isn't really a solution though since it will be docked like the one now. It will be a perpetual replacement situation that we as consumers shouldn't have to keep doing.
I could understand if 3rd party gear was used but even my power adapter is OEM. I was more curious if anyone had tried or succeeded in an RMA or if an aluminum or such replacement is available to circumvent the problem. Or if ASUS even gave a damn
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Mine's power plug and sim card slot have the same problem
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Yeah, I keep my tf300 in a case now so it doesn't make much of any difference.
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I've had my Rezound for just over two weeks and the MHL port housing is loose! I can literally flick the rectangle shaped black housing around with my finger
I purchased through Amazon as part of the Penny Pincher sale. Anyone else have this issue? I'm debating whether I should do a warranty exchange. When my phone vibrates it makes a loud noise due to this and I'm afraid it might get worse in the future.
Live with it or exchange?
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I've had my Rezound for just over two weeks and the MHL port housing is loose! I can literally flick the rectangle shaped black housing around with my finger
I purchased through Amazon as part of the Penny Pincher sale. Anyone else have this issue? I'm debating whether I should do a warranty exchange. When my phone vibrates it makes a loud noise due to this and I'm afraid it might get worse in the future.
Live with it or exchange?
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Exchange. Having a function like that broken sucks, and mhl has been kind of finnicky for me anyway.
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That is an important port used for everything. Charging, data hook up, output to TV etc...
My old phone's port got damaged and even though it wasn't a smart phone it sucked to not be able to hook it up as data and to have weak charging because of it. Had to buy an external battery charger for the last few months of owning it to keep it functional since it started having trouble charging at all. And then I had to copy each pic one at a time to the sd card so I could salvage them because I couldn't hook it up as data.
I also purchased mine for a penny from Amazon and mine has been trouble free.
My wife and I have had this problem on the 2 replacement phones we have each gotten from Amazon. The originals didn't exhibit this behavior. We are going to get two more replacements and hope that they don't show the same issue. It is the black plastic bezel around the port that is loose.
fyi, i don't think the plastic bezel is attached to the actual charging port... so if that's lose, it doesn't really matter as long as the port is soldered firmly to the board.
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fyi, i don't think the plastic bezel is attached to the actual charging port... so if that's lose, it doesn't really matter as long as the port is soldered firmly to the board.
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Exactly. I've had 2 Rezounds, same on both, it's just the bezel, not the port. It is slightly annoying that it rattles when the phone vibrates though.
Well I have a screen protector that isn't compatible with the dock (AmorSuit Military Guard) I have tried putting it in the dock, and it goes in, with so difficulty, but the fabric pieces inside the dock are screwed up. If I peel off these fabric strips, would me prime for in the dock without having to take off the screen protector?
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I had a similar problem
Carefully (And i DO mean carefully) remove the screws and pry open the dock, there are little clips that might break so you really gotta take your time and ease it open.
In the hinge assembly, under a silver sticker, there will be several screws holding the hinge assembly together
once you remove the bottom of the dock and the screws all holding it together you SHOULD be able to remove the part that holds the prime. On the FRONT bit i removed the fabric but also sanded down the plastic so it was completely flush (there is a plastic ridge that will mess up the protector otherwise)
Once you have it to your liking put it all back together. If you did it right the prime SHOULD fit nice with minimal wobble even with the "high quality" screen protectors or in my case, protectors on the front and back.
Remember, do at your own risk, YMMV, im not responsible, etc.
I just sanded down the fabric in the dock a bit
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had this problem right three days ago. after applying a new screen protector (which covers the whole part of the screen, while the previous one not), it was very difficult to insert the prime in the dock. as i saw that the fabric strips were screwed up, i removed them with tweezers, but under them there was some glue which made again difficult to insert and remove the dock. so i spent my sunday morning in removing this glue with tweezers, water and my fingers (without opening the dock, in fact it was very difficult to do so, also because water on the pin is not such a good thing) and now there are no problems in inserting the dock, and no glue rests on my screen protector
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had this problem right three days ago. after applying a new screen protector (which covers the whole part of the screen, while the previous one not), it was very difficult to insert the prime in the dock. as i saw that the fabric strips were screwed up, i removed them with tweezers, but under them there was some glue which made again difficult to insert and remove the dock. so i spent my sunday morning in removing this glue with tweezers, water and my fingers (without opening the dock, in fact it was very difficult to do so, also because water on the pin is not such a good thing) and now there are no problems in inserting the dock, and no glue rests on my screen protector
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Do you still have a snug fit after removing the fabric strips? I'm having the same problem (see thread I started a week or so ago), bit worry about the fit not being snug enough and having something in the dock connector (or, worse, the charging connector) get screwed up from the "wobble factor".
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Do you still have a snug fit after removing the fabric strips? I'm having the same problem (see thread I started a week or so ago), bit worry about the fit not being snug enough and having something in the dock connector (or, worse, the charging connector) get screwed up from the "wobble factor".
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I decided to just f-it and took the strip off myself. Seems to fit snugly enough...just have to see if there's any long-term issues as a result.
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Do you still have a snug fit after removing the fabric strips? I'm having the same problem (see thread I started a week or so ago), bit worry about the fit not being snug enough and having something in the dock connector (or, worse, the charging connector) get screwed up from the "wobble factor".
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No more snugs, i 'washed' it very carefully. I used those things you use to wash your ears (i don't know how you call them in english ahah). They and hot water, paying attention, did their job. I actually have no problems with how the dock fit the tablet, i can insert and put it out without problems.
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No more snugs, i 'washed' it very carefully. I used those things you use to wash your ears (i don't know how you call them in english ahah). They and hot water, paying attention, did their job. I actually have no problems with how the dock fit the tablet, i can insert and put it out without problems.
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The only problem i found was the tiny ridge around where the fabric used to be ended up messing up my screen protector after a while, that's why i suggest filing it down.
And i call em Q-Tips, i know its a brand name like Kleenex, not sure what the generic name is... Ha! native English speaker and i don't even know the name for them, who knew?
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No more snugs, i 'washed' it very carefully. I used those things you use to wash your ears (i don't know how you call them in english ahah). They and hot water, paying attention, did their job. I actually have no problems with how the dock fit the tablet, i can insert and put it out without problems.
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So what if I remove my screen protecter and the fabric strips are gone, will it fit too loose?
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The only problem i found was the tiny ridge around where the fabric used to be ended up messing up my screen protector after a while, that's why i suggest filing it down.
And i call em Q-Tips, i know its a brand name like Kleenex, not sure what the generic name is... Ha! native English speaker and i don't even know the name for them, who knew?
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Ahah! The important thing is that i've been able to make you understand me
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So what if I remove my screen protecter and the fabric strips are gone, will it fit too loose?
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I don't know. But in the end, the screen protector is so thin that i wouldn't think so. But it would be better to always have the screen protector on the whole screen, in our case.
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Ahah! The important thing is that i've been able to make you understand me
I don't know. But in the end, the screen protector is so thin that i wouldn't think so. But it would be better to always have the screen protector on the whole screen, in our case.
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Yeah very true, I would also prefer an screen protector at all times because it hides the scratches I have.
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Hello everyone. I've been on ebay looking around for just the top part of a tf300 dock with no luck. My son spilled juice in mine and half the keys dont work. Everything still charges fine though. I tore apart my dock and I can easily repair it if I could fine one with bad batteries / bad board. Anyone know where I could look to pick one up? Does anyone have a dock laying around willing to sell it for parts ( provided the problem isn't the keyboard itself ). Thanks !
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Ive already tried soaking the top case ( which the keyboards mylar is permanently affixed to ) in alcohol and dried it. No luck :/
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pyraxiate said:
Hello everyone. I've been on ebay looking around for just the top part of a tf300 dock with no luck. My son spilled juice in mine and half the keys dont work. Everything still charges fine though. I tore apart my dock and I can easily repair it if I could fine one with bad batteries / bad board. Anyone know where I could look to pick one up? Does anyone have a dock laying around willing to sell it for parts ( provided the problem isn't the keyboard itself ). Thanks !
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Ive already tried soaking the top case ( which the keyboards mylar is permanently affixed to ) in alcohol and dried it. No luck :/
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/ASUS-Transf...es_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item1c3545bcc6
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/ASUS-Transf...es_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item1c3545bcc6
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Thanks. Already watching that one but there is no mention if anything is spilled in it or other damages. It just states as is for parts / not working. He hasnt messaged me back yet either :/
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pyraxiate said:
Thanks. Already watching that one but there is no mention if anything is spilled in it or other damages. It just states as is for parts / not working. He hasnt messaged me back yet either :/
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Well,
I won an eBay auction but it appears as though the keyboard is in a similar state to mine. Some of the keys dont work properly
That being said, rather than return / leave the person negative feedback for not disclosing things, Ive decided to see if anyone here wants to make a fair offer on any parts. Everything except the touchpad buttons and keyboard work without issues. It has an original Asus battery pack as well that is good. The hinges are stiff and the dock port works properly. The case is in decent shape, and with minimal work you can separate the keyboard from the top case. Also, only the space bar is missing. If you need keys, this is a good donor
Shoot me a PM
I have the tablet for a couple of weeks now and the plastic cap on the micro usb charging port has a bent in the middle and wouldn't
close the hole tight any more.
Is it possible to replace the cap without sending the tablet to a service station ?
I have the issue on the charging port as well, let me know what you find out
kalda01 said:
I have the tablet for a couple of weeks now and the plastic cap on the micro usb charging port has a bent in the middle and wouldn't
close the hole tight any more.
Is it possible to replace the cap without sending the tablet to a service station ?
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I sent mine to Texas after receiving RMA#. I've been waiting over 3 weeks to have it fixed. Tried to buy the cap but could not find it anywhere. I have only found port cover for Xperia phone Z but wasn't sure if they match those on the tablet. Anyway it is fixed now and recently I bought a cradle and it works great. I think it is a must to avoid damaging those covers. Pricey but I think it looks good, functions properly and it is great for watching movies, playing games and typing.
Bottom line send the tablet back to Sony and in the same time get a cradle and you will not have any issues with the tablet's waterproof tabs.
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xlow78 said:
I sent mine to Texas after receiving RMA#. I've been waiting over 3 weeks to have it fixed. Tried to buy the cap but could not find it anywhere. I have only found port cover for Xperia phone Z but wasn't sure if they match those on the tablet. Anyway it is fixed now and recently I bought a cradle and it works great. I think it is a must to avoid damaging those covers. Pricey but I think it looks good, functions properly and it is great for watching movies, playing games and typing.
Bottom line send the tablet back to Sony and in the same time get a cradle and you will not have any issues with the tablet's waterproof tabs.
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Thanks. I am sure the cradle is the best solution but not very practical when traveling and charging on the road on trains or air plains.
the cap must have a design flow if it breaks only after a couple of weeks.
Agreed. It was not the greatest engineering marvel. Cradle is in fact very thin and it fits the tablet very snug so I don't see any problem of taking it with me when I go. The threaded plug port with an o-ring would have been much better solution than that cheesy tab. But then again not many people would have bought a cradle. It is a good product but like most electronics it has its flows. My advice try not to open those tabs too often or better avoid opening them altogether. They will last forever. Bluetooth headphones, cradle, WiFi can easily facilitate it.
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I would prefer that Sony replaced these, but they told me that when the tiny piece of plastic bends and breaks that it's considered physical damage. I find that odd that a main selling point is its resistance to damage but the part that protects from damage breaks off with normal use. I had to settle for replacement covers I found on ebay.
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I would prefer that Sony replaced these, but they told me that when the tiny piece of plastic bends and breaks that it's considered physical damage. I find that odd that a main selling point is its resistance to damage but the part that protects from damage breaks off with normal use. I had to settle for replacement covers I found on ebay.
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I also bought one from ebay but i have no idea how to replace it. did you already replace it and if so how ?
I had this situation that the cap got bend because I forgot to put it back after closing the tablet cover over it. I was able to bend it a bit the other side and also notice the little pin needed to be straighten so that it will fit back in place. This is when I notice the hole next to the usb to be used when the cap is open you insert the cap pin in it.
badwiring said:
I would prefer that Sony replaced these, but they told me that when the tiny piece of plastic bends and breaks that it's considered physical damage. I find that odd that a main selling point is its resistance to damage but the part that protects from damage breaks off with normal use. I had to settle for replacement covers I found on ebay.
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I had this situation that the cap got bend because I forgot to put it back after closing the tablet cover over it. I was able to bend it a bit the other side and also notice the little pin needed to be straighten so that it will fit back in place. This is when I notice the hole next to the usb to be used when the cap is open you insert the cap pin in it.
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i noticed that a while ago but when i searched for that hole on the internet it said it was to vacuum seal it or something so i decided to not put it in there. but did you find a way to remove the cap ?
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i noticed that a while ago but when i searched for that hole on the internet it said it was to vacuum seal it or something so i decided to not put it in there. but did you find a way to remove the cap ?
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no there's not need for me to remove it close perfectly .... but if you take the manual it says hole for cover
You need to remove the back panel first. There is a video on yt. Seems easy to do it.BTW where did you get those tabs??? Can you send a link?
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I don't know if that could work as a replacement part: something that looks like the current part, but with an extra rubber plug that would fit inside the mini usb port to hold it in place...
Seems like I now have a reason to get a 3D printer :S
**EDIT***
I remembered something I saw a few years back, is called Sugru, a moldable rubber that cures and can be used for almost anything. Search them out on Google.
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You need to remove the back panel first. There is a video on yt. Seems easy to do it.BTW where did you get those tabs??? Can you send a link?
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well the problem with removing the back is that it is not waterproof any more when you put it back on
here is a link from where i got mine : battery-cover.de/product_info.php?info=p102_abdeckung-usb-anschluss-tablet-z-weiss-black.html
Btw are you talking a bout a video of replacing the cap or a video about dissabling the tablet ?
From what I've seen the tab cover has a "nipple" which can be squeezed and pushed through the hole (from the inside of the tablet). I don't think it is easily or even possible to do it from the outside. Besides I think the back panel acts like a gasket and seals the inside so I don't understand why would the tablet lose its waterproof capability. Do you have any bad experience?? Besides I don't see why could not you smear very fine silicon layer around the mating parts and make it 100% waterproof! Disassembly is here: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=zczfTnBFqtA
Good luck and let us know how did you make out.
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Caps:
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black
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The price ofc. is terrible for so small thing.
It is a pure rip off. Piece of plastic and rubber priced like silver! Even more reasons now to buy the cradle. Too bad you can't use it for USB transfer. It is a big design flaw and I have no idea why did Sony make such cheap and lousy part!
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i decided i am going to send it to sony. this is because my screen started acting weird and i hope they can replace the cover to.
kalda01 said:
I have the tablet for a couple of weeks now and the plastic cap on the micro usb charging port has a bent in the middle and wouldn't
close the hole tight any more.
Is it possible to replace the cap without sending the tablet to a service station ?
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Search for "USB Cap USB Side Cap Sony Xperia Tablet Z" on ebay, a seller from spain has them, not cheap ($17 usd including shipping), but at least somewhere to find it.
I broke mine and about to order it, what I wonder is how do I remove the still attached plastic part without opening the entire thing...
can anyone provide a link to instructions or video how to replace audio jack port cover? Thanks in advance
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can anyone provide a link to instructions or video how to replace audio jack port cover? Thanks in advance
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I've found this
witrigs.com/blog/in-this-way-you-will-replace-sony-xperia-z1-sim-card-sd-card-usb-cover-flap-easily/
I think it's similar
Hello all,
Any of you had any issues with the magnetic charging port on your Z2 coming lose? Mine has. Pulled it off the magnetic charging dock and the port was left of the dock.
Please post a picture
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i dont have any issues with my port. i dont use dock.. but i have the magnetic connector.. the magnetic port is held by a clip in the other side of the metal frame, i think that might have released your port.. thats an easy fix..but u need to disassemble the phone..
this is what came out...
Return the phone at once to where you made your purchase. Insist on either a new phone or a full refund. No brainer.
Let us now how you get on. Good luck and stand your ground!
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this is what came out...
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OMG. Even a junkyard magnet won't be able to do that with the phone!
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Haha, this is really awkward. I hope Sony will fix this for you - looks really like a problem on the manufacturing side.
I wonder if the water resistant capability is vulnerable because of this, can you see internals thru holes after the dock?
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OMG. Even a junkyard magnet won't be able to do that with the phone!
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It would, the magnetic port isn't soldered in, those two contact Strips Look like they just plug into something
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The same issue in South Korea.
roninr1c said:
Hello all,
Any of you had any issues with the magnetic charging port on your Z2 coming lose? Mine has. Pulled it off the magnetic charging dock and the port was left of the dock.
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I'm sorry, bad English.
Several cases occurred in the same issue, even in our country.
But the problem is the fault of the customer, according to Sony service center.
Many people are angry, but they do not change attitudes.
Sony's quality control is questionable, but they do not recognize it either.
I hope you look forward to a good result. Please let us know results later!
I tohught i'd found someone that had the charging port always crooked problem this is much different.
that is something to look out for.
Worried now as i use the magnetic port exclusively.
This just happened to me today. I removed my phone from the dock this morning and the port was detached from the phone and was stuck on the dock its already my second phone as the first one had digitizer lines, gaps etc.
I'm on my third device now. Just happened to me on monday but I was using a third party charging cable.
it looks like the port is just glued in with the contacts being pushed into the phone. I would have thought they would have made it with a lip so it could not be pulled out!? or is that to much like common sense lol.
This is hilarious, I can't believe this have happened to the charging port, it looks very sturdy.
i was planning to buy this (it has really good reviews, 5 stars on all the reviews,.... although its only like 9 people that reviewed it)
http://www.amazon.com/Magnector-Per...402475479&sr=8-4&keywords=z2+magnetic+charger
it says that it has twice the Magnetic Power than original Sony Xperia Charging Cable.... that sounds good because i heard the original one is kinda weak and disconnects easy,.... but in the other hand it increases the possibility of making the magnetic port loose,.....
has anyone tried this product yet????
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I'm on my third device now. Just happened to me on monday but I was using a third party charging cable.
it looks like the port is just glued in with the contacts being pushed into the phone. I would have thought they would have made it with a lip so it could not be pulled out!? or is that to much like common sense lol.
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Common sense does not exist in the corporate world. They are mutually exclusive (save for some extenuating circumstances).
So how does this affect waterproofing, is the phone stilled even if the port isn't in?
If it is then I wouldn't mind having to put dab of glue and shove it back in if mine ever came out.
If it's not then it might have been a leakage point for some of the people that ended up with moisture inside after phone is submerged.
I guess I'm going to have look for those tear down photos & see if it shows details of the frame/magnetic port.
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Well this is awkward. My port just came loose after using Sony original magnetic charger. Darn that's annoying, guess I have to return it. Should I relock the Bootloader? It doesn't have anything to do with software..
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I just sent it for repair, not sure if they can fix it or I get a new phone. Hopefully it's not "my fault". I will update when I hear from them.
Please update me, mine did not come out but at the opposite it looks like it's being pushed in, there is a tiny gap showing on the left side as if it's going to fall inside the phone from one side.