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When my Mytouch 3g Slide is plugged in the touch screen goes crazy. It isn't accurate and starts clicking everything. Could it be my charger? 5.2DC - 500mA
shefsalad7 said:
When my Mytouch 3g Slide is plugged in the touch screen goes crazy. It isn't accurate and starts clicking everything. Could it be my charger? 5.2DC - 500mA
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I'm guessing that it is because of something along the lines of the electricity from the charger shorting to the touch screen, and since the touch screen works by using the electrical signals in your fingers, the electricity is screwing with the digitizer. I doubt its a charger issue, probably something within the phone. You could try using another charger. Does it happen when you plug your USB cable in?
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MusicMan374 said:
I'm guessing that it is because of something along the lines of the electricity from the charger shorting to the touch screen, and since the touch screen works by using the electrical signals in your fingers, the electricity is screwing with the digitizer. I doubt its a charger issue, probably something within the phone. You could try using another charger. Does it happen when you plug your USB cable in?
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It seems to be fine when plugged into the computer via usb. Thanks for the quick reply.
MusicMan374 said:
since the touch screen works by using the electrical signals in your fingers, the electricity is screwing with the digitizer. I doubt its a charger issue, probably something within the phone.
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Really? Anyone that does any troubleshooting knows that if problem is unknown that one must start eliminating possible problems.
@shefsalad: If the phone is fully functional before plugging it in, then the charger must be the issue. Now since the charger is two piece, it must be the cord or the charging unit. You had it right with asking to plug it into a computer. If it works fine plugged into a computer, the cable is fine and its the charging unit. If you'd like to further put suspicions to rest, see if you can borrow another persons charging unit or see if tmobile can lend you one for a minute.
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shefsalad7 said:
It seems to be fine when plugged into the computer via usb. Thanks for the quick reply.
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Then there's a good chance it's the charging unit, like the other guy said, try to get another one, maybe a warranty replacement from tmobile. It would also be good to try a different unit as well as a different cable entirely, as the problem could still be with the usb cable. We want to narrow it down as much as possible.
@guitarist5122, no need to be so hostile, I was simply projecting a theory. Somehow, electricity is flowing over to the digitizer with the phone plugged into ac power. This is why I asked him if it happened with just the usb cable plugged into his computer. If it didn't, then its possible that either the charging unit is defective, giving the device too much electricity, which is resulting in it discharging in the digitizer or elsewhere, or it could also be that the wiring within the phone is slightly messed up, so that the small voltage of usb doesn't affect it, but full AC power overloads it. Now all he needs to do is try using a different AC unit to determine the problem. However, the problem could still lie in the usb cable, the problem could just not be emerging until full AC power is fed through it, so it would be ideal for him to try an entirely different charger, with a different unit and a different usb cable. This would eliminate all possible problems. So, I think my troubleshooting skills are just fine, thanks.
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No hostility. Just pointing out that i see advice coming from little knowledge disguised as solid advice. Nothing wrong with advising people with what knowledge we do have, but mention that the advice is based on little knowledge and may be inaccurate.
I must point out the flawed advice. It simply cant be the cable since the cable just transfers electricity. In this instance, it could only be the cable if it had a bad connector (the standard A or micro B) like maybe a bad ground. If that was the case the problem would carry over to the pc.
Also, it has nothing to do with AC simply because the phone does not recieve AC, but rather DC. The charger converts AC to DC. DC is the same current coming from the laptop as well. If i actually think about it, i dont know a charger that supplys AC to a device (especially a chargable one).
I experienced this when I tried to plug my Motorola Milestone into my Dad's Blackberry 9700 charger. It charges just fine, but the screen goes wacky when I touch it. Other chargers such as the one from Motorola, or my Nexus One charger, did not have this problem. So it appeared to be some sort of odd grounding issue.
I also have this issue happening, but only with the cheap aftermarket charger. It also does it to my girl's motorola Cliq. It's simply the charger, get a new one if it bugs you, or unplug it when you want to use it.
Thanks to everyone for your input and advice. I was worried that this might cause my phone to explode or something.
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Have the same problem with Desire HD
I'm using HTC charger and cable, it also happened when connecting to pc so I'm suspecting the cable.
I'll try a different charger and cable then I'll try the original charger with the new cable. The problem is that this issue is happening sporadically so it will be difficult to test.
Definitely the charger despite being the one that came with the phone
same problem.
I bought a local manufactured phone. And when i plugged in as for the first charge it went crazy when trying to use the phone. But it does even when USB is plugged in and not switched on.v but works fine when cable not plugged in. And when i tried my brothers Samsung Galaxy Nexus charger it worked like a charm with no problem. It's just matter of hours(2/3hrs) after i bought it.
This isn't a problem but more of just a general question. So does anyone else experience your phone kinda lagging or having screen sensitivity issues (have to press hard on screen to scroll) while having the phone charge? This is like a 50/50 thing sometimes it does this sometimes not. So post your experiences with this
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Yes indeed. In my case, it's caused by my HTC USB cable that came with the phone. When I use the charger from my old LG ENV3, i never get that problem at all. As soon as I switch to the HTC cable, it's nearly un-usable whilst plugged in. It's odd, because the HTC cable works fine for charging and transferring data, so I don't know, but there's something wonky with it.
Hmm interesting
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I've always wondered if I was the only one...
joehunni said:
I've always wondered if I was the only one...
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Nope, you're not. It can certainly become rather annoying if you're trying to use your phone while it's charging.
Yea, using swype is IMPOSSIBLE when plugged in.
I never used to have this problem before, so I wonder if this is something that comes with age of the phone. I've run all kinds of roms/kernels and never had this issue until maybe a month ago. But I think I've successfully narrowed it down.
You need a charger that outputs 5v at 1000mA. Any more or less and you'll get the wonky response. I have an 800mA and a 1.5A charger at 5v and I get the laggy response. And I took it a step further and noticed that I get maximum charging speed (regardless of kernel, I've tried stock and custom/SBC kernels) with a 28/24 AWG or 24/24 AWG micro USB cable. If you still rock the stock HTC charger/cable combo you should be golden.
adamantypants said:
I never used to have this problem before, so I wonder if this is something that comes with age of the phone. I've run all kinds of roms/kernels and never had this issue until maybe a month ago. But I think I've successfully narrowed it down.
You need a charger that outputs 5v at 1000mA. Any more or less and you'll get the wonky response. I have an 800mA and a 1.5A charger at 5v and I get the laggy response. And I took it a step further and noticed that I get maximum charging speed (regardless of kernel, I've tried stock and custom/SBC kernels) with a 28/24 AWG or 24/24 AWG micro USB cable. If you still rock the stock HTC charger/cable combo you should be golden.
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i don't think its from age of the phone because i just got my phone in december (hw 0004) and i am still using the stock htc charger/cable. so idk its a mystery. nice work finding all that out tho its good to know that i am not the only person who experiences this haha.
I only get the problem when I'm plugged into A/C power, but not when I'm plugged into the D/C car charger... I think it has something to do with how the outlet is grounded. Maybe the touchscreen gets confused by getting grounded through the charging port rather than through your body. I'm basically making this up based on hazy memories from an E&M class I took about 8 years ago, but I think it's close. Anybody with any actual knowledge care to correct me?
Hey All
Just got my VZW Galaxy Nexus and am loving it. When I first connected the phone to the computer, I used my old HTC Incredible microUSB cable to connect. I realized this was silly, as I hadn't installed the drivers yet. So I pulled the cable and installed the drivers. Upon reconnecting, I couldn't get anything to register. No charging, no data... I tried uninstalling the drivers, restarting both the computer and the phone and still nothing. The phone would no longer register that it was even being plugged in. I grabbed the cable it came with and it worked fine. That is the only cable that will actually charge the phone. I can plug it into any USB charger, and as long as i use that cable, the phone will charge. Additionally, it is the only cable that I can use to connect the phone to the computer. I tried other old cables, but none work. All chargers and computers work with that nexus cable, but none of the other cables work. Any thoughts on this? Is this an amperage issue through the cable? Why would data connection no longer work and why did it work the first time?
Thanks for your thoughts!
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I've had a similar experience, tried the charger from my droid OG, and it didn't work. Plugged in the old droid, still charges, new cable charges fine though. Weird, huh?
yea i tried to charge it with my usb cable in my car that i've used for all my htc phones but it didn't charge
Using a charger from a galaxy S here without any problems. Haven't tried connecting to a PC though.
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Having the exact same issues and getting worried...This morning I plugged in and it said charging. Now, even using samsung plug it doesn't say "Charging". The cord appears to be charging but the OS doesn't say so.
At home I use the AC charger that came with my Nokia N97 mini: no probs. At work I charge with a cheap brandless USB cable plugged into my laptop: no probs.
Ok, I guess I'm going hunting for a working cable. My friends Orig. Droid cable works so I might trade out with him...might not mean anything, but the cables that work have slits cut in the forward facing part of the microUSB, and the ones that will not charge do not. This may be an issue of my available sample, but perhaps there is something else going on here? Just jabbing in the dark here...
I'm now using my Nokia CA-101D MicroUSB cable (with an extender, because the single cable is long only 10 cm) with my PC and it works perfectly.
The original Samsung cable that come in the box is always into che AC USB adapter, to recharge de GNEX on night.
Interesting. I had an old Motorola Charger (one piece unit, not separate charger and USB cable) that would't charge my Galaxy Nexus. However, I have used a Kindle 3G charger and Blackberry charger that have both charged it without a problem. I figured that for chargers that separate the cable and AC adapater it would be the problem with the adapter and not the actual cable but I could be wrong.
I did read on another forum that newer devices with bigger screens like the Nexus can't take a charge from older chargers because of the makeup and power use of the newer devices.
I was thinking some companies switch the pin-outs of their cables/ports so you can't buy a normal cable and have it work....I could be totally off base though.
Mine works on 4 different cables on two different boxes. Haven't even opened the one that came with it yet.
Working here on a GSM/HSPA GN on ANY Micro USB Cable.
You guys not working are you with a Verizon Galaxy Nexus?
Oddly enough, I've used my old Incredible cable (perhaps it was my Thunderbolt one, though) with no problems. I'm on the Verizon Nexus if that makes a difference.
tct08 said:
Oddly enough, I've used my old Incredible cable (perhaps it was my Thunderbolt one, though) with no problems. I'm on the Verizon Nexus if that makes a difference.
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Using OG Droid usb for data transfer and an old LG usb to charge overnite. No problems. I haven't even unpacked the nexus one yet.
there are no special cables.. they all have the same pin out, the only reason why some work and others dont in cars, is based on the actual charger itself.
if you have a cig charger with a usb female port, you have to rig it to work, the middle 2 pins are shorted out with foil/tape and it'll work
if you have a full cigarette with cable unit, nothing you can do about those, they either work or not (mid 2 are shorted on build/factory)
i use any old 1A-1.5A usb cig charger, then short the 2 middle pins using ANY cable (i am using bb cable) and it works fine.. even did it with several cables and chargers for friends so we didnt have to spend no stinkin $10-15 bucks for a charger
all this bs is really a way to control the market of accessories, making you buy new ones that are shorted out sine the old ones arent and wont charge
I went on eBay and bought a spare set of 5V 1A home and car plugs, those seem to work great.
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Mines charges just fine using Nexus S wall charger + USB. Kinda disappointed with the Galaxy Nexus USB... its shorter than the previous USBs that Samsung offers.
Mine is Verizon
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Samsung phones don't play nice with other chargers. Using non Sammy chargers is ill advised. I run a warranty center for one of the big 4 cell phone companies ... trust me. Only use Samsung chargers.
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I got a htc incredible cable that depending on my rom either only does charging or I can transfer pics etc. odd ball phone. it wont do a odin without failing. for stuff like that I think all cables have an extra pin for their phone model used for firmware.
Hey guys, I have a question regarding your Samsun GNex charging cable. I woke up this morning after plugging my phone in last night to find that it was at 20% battery and the cable was not being recognized. After I jiggle the charger, the phone occasionally and fleetingly recognizes the cable but quickly loses the contact. When I tried to charge the phone with a different cable (my Kindle Fire charger), it worked without any issue.
Has anyone experienced similar failures of their cable in this manner? It worked the night before without any issue but now it is giving me problems. The cable is not visibly damaged, and I am careful with my devices/accessories so I do not believe that the problem is from my carelessness.
Finally, I got this phone from the Verizon store, would I take the cable to them or to Samsung to get it replaced? I hesitate to go to VZW because I don't want them to see that my phone is rooted (in case they ask to plug it in in front of them).
Thanks!
Yes I have the same problem I don't know if its just that they (Samsung) shipped out the wrong charger cables or what but I Use my Brothers cord for his Droid 3 and it works flawlessly snug and all..
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waco2hot33 said:
Yes I have the same problem I don't know if its just that they (Samsung) shipped out the wrong charger cables or what but I Use my Brothers cord for his Droid 3 and it works flawlessly snug and all..
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Yeah, it worked fine until today, so I don't know if it was because they sent the wrong cord. Oh well, I will get in touch with Samsung about it.
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My original cable has not suddenly started working again. it now charges and transfers files which is good because my Chinese knockoff cable had a loose fit on my phone.
Has anyone experienced similar failures of their cable in this manner? It worked the night before without any issue but now it is giving me problems. The cable is not visibly damaged, and I am careful with my devices/accessories so I do not believe that the problem is from my carelessness.
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Same problem here. I bought my phone around Dec 21st and just 2 weeks ago the original cable refuses to charge the phone. It also didn't allow me to transfer files to my phone. I currently have 2 new cables. One cable is from www.monoprice.com and one is from www.cellphoneshop.net (China). Both of the "backup" cables work fine as well as one of them being 8 feet long. (makes it that much easier to plug in at the library sometimes.)
FYI - my original Droid Eris cable crapped out after about 4 months so it does not surprise me. What I would like is a good backup wallwart to use at my office. The phone charges so much faster with the ac adapter.
Solid USB cables are cheap (also recommend monoprice.com) so its not a huge deal, but wish they'd last longer.
Mine's still going strong at this point.
I'm still using my Blackberry cable.
I love monoprice, why spend 150 on HDMI when you can get it for 5. I got in touch with Samsung and after some discussion they had me send my old one in (they paid for shipping) and they will send a new one. I was a bit annoyed that I had to send the old one since it was a hassle, but oh well.
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I purchased 2 of these:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OSURT2/ref=oh_o05_s00_i00_details
and NEITHER one worked with my Gnex!! It wouldn't sync, charge or anything.
Is there ANY way to get a STOCK USB for the Gnex? (the one that came with the phone, http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones/SCH-I515MSAVZW-accessories last item on the 2nd page)
Also had problems with other micro USB chargers.....a lot seem to have some sork of short in theme.....lose power when I move the phone around....how hard is it to find a working cable? Anyone with similar issues?
I have various cheap eBay micro usb cables and OEM ones and they all work. Perhaps take a look at your gnex micro USB port? Maybe a piece of dust is in there. Or the contacts are screwed. Its probably more complicated than that, but it doesn't hurt to check. GL
I'm using USB cables I got for very cheap and they all worked so far...can you try the cables with another phone?
Hmm well I can try when I get home. My Droid 2 was the same way! only the stock USB would work and a few aftermarket micro USBs wouldnt work! And you guessed it, my Droid 2 USB worked fine with my GNex :S
I bought 2 of these cables and they work just fine:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001XXUOQI/ref=oh_o05_s00_i00_details
They look like the one that comes with that charger, though. Very odd.
I have always had the best luck with the oem motorola micro usb cables. Well made and never a charging or pc connectivity issue and you can usually find them cheap on Amazon.
I have one cable that plugged into PC or into my AC jack gives me just AC, no data connection.
My other usb cable charges but no AC and gives data.
I bought this charger + cable combo.
They are the same models that come with the phone. They work flawlessly.
The kit was a little cheaper back then, but definitely beats having to order random cables till one of them works.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OSURT2/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
At work i'm using Blackberry charging cables.
slight22 said:
At work i'm using Blackberry charging cables.
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Ditto! works like a charm.
Most of my micro USB cables work, but this one that came with an LG Optimus One (and worked on my Nexus One, HTC Panache, Nook Color) does not register in my GNex. Not sure why - maybe something about the shape of the port or the depth.
Neera said:
I bought this charger + cable combo.
They are the same models that come with the phone. They work flawlessly.
The kit was a little cheaper back then, but definitely beats having to order random cables till one of them works.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OSURT2/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
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Thats weird cuz a different cable came with mine! looks a lot nicer...
Bought mine from seller Yellow deals using the same links posted in this thread. The charger itself works, but the U4 micro USB cable does not for both charging and data transfer. Bummer.
My dad has an Optimus V and I have a Galaxy Nexus. His cord won't charge my Nexus and my cord won't charge his phone.
I wasn't sure why it was this way.
I've tried all kinds of LG chargers and LG usb cables, and none of them work.
Dragonsla said:
I purchased 2 of these:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OSURT2/ref=oh_o05_s00_i00_details
and NEITHER one worked with my Gnex!! It wouldn't sync, charge or anything.
Is there ANY way to get a STOCK USB for the Gnex? (the one that came with the phone, http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones/SCH-I515MSAVZW-accessories last item on the 2nd page)
Also had problems with other micro USB chargers.....a lot seem to have some sork of short in theme.....lose power when I move the phone around....how hard is it to find a working cable? Anyone with similar issues?
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I'm almost sure that you manage to damage your USB port, just like I did. It won't do anything but charge AC only through pc and nothing more, no matter what cable I use.
I'm just waiting for my replacement part arive from Hong Kong. 1,5 month already and no word of it. I guess it take that much time anyway.
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lucasmalaguti said:
I'm almost sure that you manage to damage your USB port, just like I did. It won't do anything but charge AC only through pc and nothing more, no matter what cable I use.
I'm just waiting for my replacement part arive from Hong Kong. 1,5 month already and no word of it. I guess it take that much time anyway.
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That'd be tragic. I dont think thats the case because GNex #1, GNex #2 and Droid 2 all had the same issue (certain cords short out, stock ones do not) So I am leaning towards manufactures quality....Just ordered 2 different cheap ones from ebay....waiting....
Definitively a damaged port. I bought a port from Hong-Kong as well, and it took 6 weeks to ship!!
After replacing it the phone charges with all my cables though.
*Be sure to star this issue http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=23789
Bought 2 of these cables from monoprice:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=4868&seq=1&format=2
Tested them with both the OEM charger and the HTC T-Mobile myTouch 3G Car Charger and both give AC power.
Turns out NOT to be the port(or at least i dont think so) I got a cheap $1 one from Ebay and an AWESOME cable from Amazon!! Love it! check it out, looks like a rope xD http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003V42O6K/ref=oh_o01_s00_i00_details
They both work great