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Sorry if this question is answered else where:
When you take the cover off, there is something behind it.What is the metal thing on the back of the battery cover?
I'm gonna go out on a limb and say antenna
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It is the NFC antenna.
It is not in use on stock AT&T phones, but you can use it on most of the custom ROMs.
OP, I have a similar question. Could you take the cover off and try making a call? I want to know if that's the NFC antenna or for the cellular network. thanks
It's the nFC antenna
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Sorry if this question is answered else where:
When you take the cover off, there is something behind it.What is the metal thing on the back of the battery cover?
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NFC antenna! Internation Note does not have this antenna nor does it have NFC capabilities.
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OP, I have a similar question. Could you take the cover off and try making a call? I want to know if that's the NFC antenna or for the cellular network. thanks
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Stop askin, its the NFC antenna. If you buy one of the flip cover cases or even look them up on ebay etc it will tell you its the NFC antenna. Case closed!
Thank you all for the answer
Just dropped my S3 this afternoon. Cracked/broke the top glass edge.
Is there a simple way to:
1. get the unit replaced by Three (no insurance but its only a few months old on contract)
2. Get it repaired by a service centre (how much??)
3. Repair it myself...what do I need?
Many thanks.
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Just dropped my S3 this afternoon. Cracked/broke the top glass edge.
Is there a simple way to:
1. get the unit replaced by Three (no insurance but its only a few months old on contract)
No its damaged and chargeable .
2. Get it repaired by a service centre (how much??)
3. Repair it myself...what do I need?
2 & 3 a number of posts on here with costs how to etc .
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to repair my broken glass an indipendent service (not samsung official) asked my for 280€ (new glass and work), this in italy.. i don't know in your place..
Do you think that would have been avoided with a case that covers the end of the phone?
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Same happened to mine, had it replaced at a Samsung service centre for £150 all in.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1904559
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I have a case that covers the back casing and edges.
It doesn't cover the front face...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1904559
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Ok. It looks a straightforward procedure. I can get the glass screen off Amazon for £14 so will give it a go...
Brave guy. I cracked mine, however I'm going to sell it. Damaging the digitizer while replacing the glass would be too costly.
I saw on ebay the glass and digitizer for 20 bucks.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LCD-Touch-S...954?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4169ade3c2
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Oh and if you do repair it, try using a good case, like urban armor
I am using it here and i'm pretty happy.
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I saw on ebay the glass and digitizer for 20 bucks.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LCD-Touch-S...954?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4169ade3c2
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Oh and if you do repair it, try using a good case, like urban armor
I am using it here and i'm pretty happy.
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Read the feedback..
"Looks like, the flex cable was already used!"
"Сlearly is not a T720. non-original parts"
"This is a Scam pice plastic"
And the item description:
"The Digitizer together with the Display,do not come with the Front Glass.Pls remember this."
Smart way to cover it indeed.
Maybe a protective case would have saved it, in fact I always have it on (Samsung) original, the only moment that I have taken it off, the phone dropped from about 20cm and the screen cracked.. I have been unlucky because I've hit the cracking point of the glass..
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Probably going for an Otterbox as I had this on my ETC. Bomb proof!
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option 3 is only for non noobs , you do know how to seperate digitizer from outer glass right ?
Try to do it yourself if you are comfortable with opening your phone
my gosh! unfortunate.. I'll defend that with otterbox, before mine will be like that
You guys know that the lcd+touchscreen+glass are one unit right? There is no way you can replace them separately.
I work in a mobile repair center I know what I'm talking about.
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You guys know that the lcd+touchscreen+glass are one unit right? There is no way you can replace them separately.
I work in a mobile repair center I know what I'm talking about.
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It is possible and if you took time to read this thread from the beginning and follow the links you will be able to watch I it being done
Sorry if I've angered you but I did read the whole thread. Maybe you are right maybe not.
I'll rephrase then: In my opinion it is not possible to change the display, glass or digitizer separately. It is a single unit as it was with the Galaxy S and Galaxy SII.
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Ok so the guy has some balls I give you that.
I am in no way trying to pick a fight here. All this is only my opinion.
You will have airgap between the screen and digitizer, second I wonder if the speaker works after al that heat applied. To me it looks highly unprofessional. Again just an opinion.
Remember most people complain about their screen being pentile 1-2 dead pixels and I could go on and on.
This is in my opinion not a good solution. Cheap but not good.
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what i did was, order 1 screen+digitizer for 270 US dolars, replace the broken 1.
them i remove the cracked glass from the broken screen and replace it with a new glass
and sell that part for half the price.
So I was laying down and the phone slide off my wireless charger I knocked it off actually and it literally fell 2 feet and cracked hit the corner of the screen had the case on my phone the stock case but it offers no protection. So I'm really hoping the replacement phone doesn't come with ota update then I'd be able to root. Crossing fingers and now I have to get a really good case for this phone that offers protection.
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So I was laying down and the phone slide off my wireless charger I knocked it off actually and it literally fell 2 feet and cracked hit the corner of the screen had the case on my phone the stock case but it offers no protection. So I'm really hoping the replacement phone doesn't come with ota update then I'd be able to root. Crossing fingers and now I have to get a really good case for this phone that offers protection.
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There was a stock case that came with it??
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And from what this guy is saying, you're probably going to get one NIB with OTA
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There was a stock case that came with it??
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And from what this guy is saying, you're probably going to get one NIB with OTA
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Well no not stock case. There was a case in the store that sucks I bought. It's the only one they have in Verizon stores apparently they have. Going to go to best buy tomorrow see if I can find a case. I need something for now
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Well no not stock case. There was a case in the store that sucks I bought. It's the only one they have in Verizon stores apparently they have. Going to go to best buy tomorrow see if I can find a case. I need something for now
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I bought mine with an Otterbox from Verizon.... and then dropped it off a 15 ft stand, no damage done except for a slight abrasion on the case [which is why I got the otterbox lol]
Although I hate how bulky the phone is with it on
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I bought mine with an Otterbox from Verizon.... and then dropped it off a 15 ft stand, no damage done except for a slight abrasion on the case [which is why I got the otterbox lol]
Although I hate how bulky the phone is with it on
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Thanks for the info I really hate bulky too! But I guess I have no choice. Maybe I'll see if they have the otter box in store. You got the otter box in store or online through Verizon ?
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I've been lucky enough to have my phone survive a couple drops with my Otterbox Commuter. I got mine online at Amazon. Loving it, even though it bulks up the phone a bit.
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Sounds like you have some bad luck ;[
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Thanks for the info I really hate bulky too! But I guess I have no choice. Maybe I'll see if they have the otter box in store. You got the otter box in store or online through Verizon ?
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I got mine both together in the store. And that was the first week couple weeks it came out.
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Sounds like you have some bad luck ;[
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I agree, I think that I have the same "stock case" he speaks of LOL (The flexible tpu case they sell). I have dropped my phone at least 8-10 times out of my car, my 2 ex's trucks, and several other potentially catastrophic drop situations. No scratches, chips, dents, not a mark. I guess I got a digital angel over my shoulder lol.
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I agree, I think that I have the same "stock case" he speaks of LOL (The flexible tpu case they sell). I have dropped my phone at least 8-10 times out of my car, my 2 ex's trucks, and several other potentially catastrophic drop situations. No scratches, chips, dents, not a mark. I guess I got a digital angel over my shoulder lol.
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Lucky
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So guess what I got my phone in the mail today and it came with the ota update! Lol so I'm stuck but at least I got it replaced.
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So guess what I got my phone in the mail today and it came with the ota update! Lol so I'm stuck but at least I got it replaced.
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So they replaced your phone even though the screen was cracked? How did you go about getting them to do that, or did you pay for some replacement plan or repair service..
I have insurance got it replaced through asurion got a new phone. Didn't think ota would come on it was hoping it didn't.
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Do you have a picture of it? I wouldn't mind a good cringe.
Ahhh no didn't and already sent my phone in the mail sorry. The corner was where the impact was and it spidered a little on the screen.
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I had mine on a wireless charger on a table about 5ft up. I got up to get some water, stepped on the wire and the device launched in the air about 8-9 ft with stock case. Landed face down on the screen. I thought it was totally done. I pick it up and not one scratch. I guess some are just luckier than others . I drop my phone from 5 feet+ all the time doing bunny hops on my bike when it falls out of my pocket and never any scratches. I think this phone is really strong and durable. Can I see a picture of the device? It hurts to see such a great device and such terrible condition.
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My first DNA cracked when it slipped from my pocket and hit my front porch. Irony-I was picking up a UPS package containing my Otterbox.
Assurion replacement came with OTA. So yeah...life sucks sometimes.
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My first DNA cracked when it slipped from my pocket and hit my front porch. Irony-I was picking up a UPS package containing my Otterbox.
Assurion replacement came with OTA. So yeah...life sucks sometimes.
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That's pretty crazy hehe
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Ahhh no didn't and already sent my phone in the mail sorry. The corner was where the impact was and it spidered a little on the screen.
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I just did this exact same thing today, didn't drop all that far but hit the corner and spidered down...not a good feeling
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Is asurion a good way to go to replace my cracked screen DNA?
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I just did this exact same thing today, didn't drop all that far but hit the corner and spidered down...not a good feeling
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Is asurion a good way to go to replace my cracked screen DNA?
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I think it is I paid 99 dollars and they do one day shipping
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sooo i went for a shower with this thing....now the speaker doesnt sound like it should LOL.
what now?
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sooo i went for a shower with this thing....now the speaker doesnt sound like it should LOL.
what now?
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Lol it doesn't have protection against golden showers man. Just water...
XD
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I would send it back....false advertisement.
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I would dry it out in rice first. U could just have a drop hanging out on the speaker mesh
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PC Jona said:
sooo i went for a shower with this thing....now the speaker doesnt sound like it should LOL.
what now?
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nevermind i shook it and blew into it and it came back. hmmmmm idk maybe ill think twice before i shower with it again
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Lol it doesn't have protection against golden showers man. Just water...
XD
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I would send it back....false advertisement.
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I would dry it out in rice first. U could just have a drop hanging out on the speaker mesh
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lol golden showers yea it was probably just a small amount of water there
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nevermind i shook it and blew into it and it came back. hmmmmm idk maybe ill think twice before i shower with it again
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No its supposed to do that don't worrie about it it's the same thing with my Xperia Z1S they are designed like that .
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Suppose to wait 30mins before using external speaker after its been wet. I called in because I felt the same. Now I place it in a towel set to the side for it. Works perfect.
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And if you take it out in the water, heed the 30min, 3' rule!! You'll get awesome video, and pictures but it'll toast it. I sent mine to Sony, and they sent me a new one with no problem. No charge, think I got lucky though (I placed a good review I wrote months back along w/docs required). Remember to take your SD card; you won't get it back. Great phone. Want the z2 compact. I find the waterproof feature the one most value on the market right now. Sorry for the spill
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PC Jona said:
nevermind i shook it and blew into it and it came back. hmmmmm idk maybe ill think twice before i shower with it again
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Yeah I'd be careful taking it into the shower with you. One thing that has been problematic with other electronics is the heat in a shower can have unexpected consequences.
The phone has water resistance, its not water proof. Personally, I would still try and keep it away from water at all costs. Its only really meant for say like if your stuck in a storm and it gets some rain drops on it or something. I would definately still not go into a shower with it or go swimming with it.
It's waterproof. I've put this thing to the test. Just have to stick to the 30min, 3' rule (tough when you're having fun). No salt water.
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It's waterproof. I've put this thing to the test. Just have to stick to the 30min, 3' rule (tough when you're having fun). No salt water.
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Actually its not waterproof and was never touted to be. It is certified to be IP67 Water Resistant. Which means that it is dust tight and can be immersed in 1m of water for 30 minutes and it should be ok. Water proof would mean that it would be able to withstand any degree of water. If anybody is interested this page has a pretty good description and chart of what Ingress Protection is and what the numbers mean.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Wate...im-or-is-secretly-afraid-of-the-water_id53205
Have to to say though, its pretty inpressive how far up the S5 is on the chart. It is narrowing in on water proof territory.
Oooh Ok. I took mine out 4 times, vids & pics. Underwater. 1st 3 times worked like a charm, and we only used it for a short time. When you 1st go under the screen jumps around a bit. It settles after a quick second. The 4th time I took it to a water park, and had it out in the sun for about 5-6 hours. That killed it. Phone still worked, but screen went way dim. Had to use a flashlight to see it. Vids & pics were great though. Down water slides and all. So much fun with this phone. Just can't get too carried away. My bad for the wrong verbiage. I do attest this thing will create memories.
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tp2215 said:
Actually its not waterproof and was never touted to be. It is certified to be IP67 Water Resistant. Which means that it is dust tight and can be immersed in 1m of water for 30 minutes and it should be ok. Water proof would mean that it would be able to withstand any degree of water. If anybody is interested this page has a pretty good description and chart of what Ingress Protection is and what the numbers mean.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Wate...im-or-is-secretly-afraid-of-the-water_id53205
Have to to say though, its pretty inpressive how far up the S5 is on the chart. It is narrowing in on water proof territory.
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Oooh Ok. I took mine out 4 times, vids & pics. Underwater. 1st 3 times worked like a charm, and we only used it for a short time. When you 1st go under the screen jumps around a bit. It settles after a quick second. The 4th time I took it to a water park, and had it out in the sun for about 5-6 hours. That killed it. Phone still worked, but screen went way dim. Had to use a flashlight to see it. Vids & pics were great though. Down water slides and all. So much fun with this phone. Just can't get too carried away. My bad for the wrong verbiage. I do attest this thing will create memories.
Sorry for double post; haven't been on here for a while.
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Actually the phone can withstand some pretty abusive water tests
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9J611BuXhw
I went into my pool with it today just to test it. Worked great! Water proof means it can withstand water for an unlimited amount time, but doesn't mean its water proof in any condition.
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Actually the phone can withstand some pretty abusive water tests
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9J611BuXhw
I went into my pool with it today just to test it. Worked great! Water proof means it can withstand water for an unlimited amount time, but doesn't mean its water proof in any condition.
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even more abuse....plus screen is already cracked
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKUz6xLcwZw
3ft of water for an hour works perfectly no issues, speaker was funny but 2 mins of a hair dryer with no battery cover or battery and a restart fixed that.....in my opinion that's waterproof. How much more could u possibly need honestly
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I have been wanting to try this so bad, but kinda scared too lol. I have read a lot of people being able to take their phones into a pool or something successfully.
Question, if the back and power cover are sealed correctly, will Samsung warranty the phone if it gets wet and stops working?
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I have been wanting to try this so bad, but kinda scared too lol. I have read a lot of people being able to take their phones into a pool or something successfully.
Question, if the back and power cover are sealed correctly, will Samsung warranty the phone if it gets wet and stops working?
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How would they know if the back and power cover "were indeed on properly"?? To answer your question, no.. And as long as Samsung keeps making removable batteries (god i hope so) they never will.. All that said, make sure the back is on and power cover is locked in and dunk it!! I do it all the time. Weird but its an awesome feeling lol
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How would they know if the back and power cover "were indeed on properly"?? To answer your question, no.. And as long as Samsung keeps making removable batteries (god i hope so) they never will.. All that said, make sure the back is on and power cover is locked in and dunk it!! I do it all the time. Weird but its an awesome feeling lol
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Ya I figured that would be a tough argument with them. When it gets warmer here I will just have to jump into a pool and try it
I have yet to try the phone under water but i am looking forward to underwater video when i get the chance
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The phone has water resistance, its not water proof. Personally, I would still try and keep it away from water at all costs. Its only really meant for say like if your stuck in a storm and it gets some rain drops on it or something. I would definately still not go into a shower with it or go swimming with it.
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Don't care if it says "water resistant" It's WATER PROOF!
only reason they probably don't say proof is warrant. Bottom line, it's water proof. It can withstand hours underwater with no problem.
Samsung finally made a commercial and shows people completely dousing the phones under water.
I jumped in my pool with mine. there are tons of videos online showing how water "proof" this phone actually is. I think the sony Phone that we all know is water "proof" still only has an IP67 rating
Dropped phone, now something appears in front of the front facing camera internally. MOD EDIT: Warranty and returns are not for accidental damage Thoughts? I'll upload pics after work.
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Dropped the phone and there's cosmetic damage. Is that a game changer?
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Hence something must of been shook loose. I'll upload another pic later.
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My S4 had the same problem. Took it to a repair guy who is comfortable taking the phones apart - it's a little gasket that looks like an o-ring that slips down in front of the camera - easy fix.
Good luck.
It's no longer water resistant once it's opened up too
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My S4 had the same problem. Took it to a repair guy who is comfortable taking the phones apart - it's a little gasket that looks like an o-ring that slips down in front of the camera - easy fix.
Good luck.
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Yep, exactly. Wonder how much labor cost this is?
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Yep, exactly. Wonder how much labor cost this is?
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He only charged me $10 and took him about 2 minutes start to finish.
They might charge you more than that cause you have to take off the display to get to the internal parts
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If there's no visual damage to the outside and NO water damage you can just run it back and they'll replace it. Dont tell them you dropped it, just say you tried using it and all pictures look this way. Should be no questions asked and replace honestly. Sucks though.
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Water damage HAS to be covered now since the phone is advertized as water resistant. Right?
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Water damage HAS to be covered now since the phone is advertized as water resistant. Right?
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Nope, if the back cover or charge port is not totally sealed and the indicator turns red, you'll pay your deductible or OOW fee.
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Water damage HAS to be covered now since the phone is advertized as water resistant. Right?
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I have the same issue with the front facing camera, only I never dropped mine. I started playing with the front camera on Friday and noticed a shadow along one side. At first, I thought this was some kind of filter I had accidentally applied. When I could not find a way to turn it off I thought maybe the top of my case was causing it. When I looked close, I saw that the top half of the camera was being blocked by this gasket. I took it to T-Mobile and they exchanged it as a manufacturer defect and I have a new one arriving today. Once the new on gets here I'll post some pics of the bad one.
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Fair enough, but as stated directly following your message, someone had the same issue, took the phone in and was replaced under warranty so our previous talks prove factual, dropped or not this is a warranty issue, not fraudulent?
Either way I appreciate the work you do to keep this place tidy, thanks man.
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Fair enough, but as stated directly following your message, someone had the same issue, took the phone in and was replaced under warranty so our previous talks prove factual, dropped or not this is a warranty issue, not fraudulent?
Either way I appreciate the work you do to keep this place tidy, thanks man.
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I sure try... Thanks. The difference with the post after mine is the phone was never dropped. Warranty is for defects. Insurance is for accidental damage or bricking your phone. My statement was meant for just that, if you do drop it then responsibility should be taken and it is not proper to ask here if you can get away with getting it fixed under warranty.
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Here are the pics I mentioned. Hopefully this does not turn into a widespread issue.
Front camera.
I have the same issue, didn't drop my phone. But the oring has shifted in front of the camera. Im wondering if I send it in if they'll fix it or just send a new one? Because I have a spigen glas.tr screen guard on it and I don't want to be out the money on it. I'd prefer they just fixed it.
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I have the same issue, didn't drop my phone. But the oring has shifted in front of the camera. Im wondering if I send it in if they'll fix it or just send a new one? Because I have a spigen glas.tr screen guard on it and I don't want to be out the money on it. I'd prefer they just fixed it.
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I literally smacked the ring out of the way of the ffc. Don't know but this problem seems to happen to a few people.
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Ffc
I had tried knocking it back in place, I'll give that another try I think..before I'm stuck warranting it.
Front camera defect
Hi guys! I just joined this site to share my problem with my new Galaxy S5.
It's been weeks since i got my new phone from T-Mobile. I love it! It's a expensive phone so a good cellphone case is a must. I have a case and screen protector to protect my device. Suddenly, I just found out the same problems you had with your phones. I've never dropped mine either. So I think it's gonna be a manufacturer defect. Something is blocking the front camera. Again, I never dropped my phone, it doesn't have any scratches on the screen and any dents on its body.
I went to my network provider and ask for help about this issue. They sent me a replacement phone (Galaxy S5) after 3 days then I sent over to them the defective one. They said that it depends on the manufacturer/service tech if the phone defect is under warranty or not. I'm still waiting for them to check the phone. Or else I'm gonna be charge $175 out of warranty fee!
I'll attach pictures of my previous Galaxy S5. I hope this is not a widespread problem. Share your thoughts too! Thanks!