Well this is probably filed under weird forum posts but anyway.. i dropped my s3 a while back and replaced it, all is good. But i have this broken phone sitting around, the hardware is 100% intact, but the screen is not functional.. its black and no touch functions work.
I was wondering if i could garner some kind of use out of the phone, maybe find some way to store movies on it and somehow get them to play on my tv?
is this possible without being able to touch the screen?
any other ideas for my brick?
Sell it and make some cash, someone will want it for parts or something.
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How much ya want for it?
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You could alway try to replace the screen.
Some good info here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1890708
and there are some good videos on YouTube.
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How much ya want for it?
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PM me an offer. I know what they go for on ebay
If you are on stock you could get an mhl adapter and hook it up to your TV, get a bluetooth keyboard and mouse and you now have a cell phone as a media center. Not sure how well it would work but it's worth a shot if you really want to use it.
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I just bricked my S3 and whenever I plug it in, eventually, some combination of button presses makes a red LED show up, however, no screen on. Whats even weirder is that when I plug it in, it see's some thing called QHSUSB_DLOAD, and attempts to install drivers for it. I'm wondering if this might allow me to fix it? If all else fails, can someone refer me to a JTAG repair service...
Edit - When I attempt DL mode, I can even hear it disconnect, then reconnect. It fails the driver install though.
Unfortunately bud your hard bricked.
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What were you trying to do? Root? Using what method?
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You are definitely hard bricked!
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Wait what? So you are able to get it into download mode is what you are saying? Or you can't?
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What were you trying to do? Root? Using what method?
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I was making a port from the S2. I changed the updater script to let it flash, it did, and then it killed me.
Update: WOW. T-Mobile replaced it for me! I don't even have warranty left! Yet again, my company saves me.
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What did you say to get them to replace it?
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What did you say to get them to replace it?
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All I did was brought it into the store, handed it to the guy and said it was broken. Said I had a FACTORY warranty (from Samsung), and that Samsung told me to have the store do the replacement for me. The guy behind the desk said, "Yeah, whatever you stick your SIM into, as long as it's T-
Mobile, your covered. You can even buy phones offline,". It's going to be here monday. Shipped Friday, next day shipping, only 5$. I'm so happy I'm not paying 70$ for a JTAG... Not sure if this'll work for everyone, but it did for me!
Hello guys, so after a year of life my Xperia Play seems to have problems.
Here a video:
http://tinypic.com/r/2iikbrp/5
I guess it is the flex cable, but I dunno if it does this because it is starting damaging, or because it looses contact (and maybe doesn't need a replace, but just a look into where it looses contact and thus I should apply there something that keeps it in place).
What do you think guys?
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Hello guys, so after a year of life my Xperia Play seems to have problems.
Here a video:
http://tinypic.com/r/2iikbrp/5
I guess it is the flex cable, but I dunno if it does this because it is starting damaging, or because it looses contact (and maybe doesn't need a replace, but just a look into where it looses contact and thus I should apply there something that keeps it in place).
What do you think guys?
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Few other users reported same problem, and it was flex cable fault.
You better get another flex slider cable before it totally looses contact (and thus can be replaced in hour or two, if you know how)
If you don't know how to replace, ask around where you can repair it, so it doesn't suprise you when fail completelly
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Few other users reported same problem, and it was flex cable fault.
You better get another flex slider cable before it totally looses contact (and thus can be replaced in hour or two, if you know how)
If you don't know how to replace, ask around where you can repair it, so it doesn't suprise you when fail completelly
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I'm searching for a new flex cable right now, but, well, I live in Italy, where it's impossible to get even a cover
I'll try to order something from the States or UK, but yeah, it'd take something like 20 days
I hope I get it fixed, i love this phone D:
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CriGiu said:
I'm searching for a new flex cable right now, but, well, I live in Italy, where it's impossible to get even a cover
I'll try to order something from the States or UK, but yeah, it'd take something like 20 days
I hope I get it fixed, i love this phone D:
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I was lucky when my flex cable broke (only touchscreen didn't work) and replacement came two days later (found some online shop localy)
Just be gentle to your Play in next 20 days
Btw, any repair shop around you, or is it too expensive?
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I was lucky when my flex cable broke (only touchscreen didn't work) and replacement came two days later (found some online shop localy)
Just be gentle to your Play in next 20 days
Btw, any repair shop around you, or is it too expensive?
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Well nothing for smartphone :/
But I guess I can do it on my own
I just found something on ebay for € 6, from UK, I think it's worth it
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Well nothing for smartphone :/
But I guess I can do it on my own
I just found something on ebay for € 6, from UK, I think it's worth it
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Yeah, it shouldn't be more then 10-15 euros, just get torex screwdrivers and be patient
here is some links that was usefull for me:
and Re-House Your Xperia Play : Things to Know
Bakisha said:
Yeah, it shouldn't be more then 10-15 euros, just get torex screwdrivers and be patient
here is some links that was usefull for me:
and Re-House Your Xperia Play : Things to Know
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Thank you, I'll look into it
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Lol @Bakisha now my phone won't record anything with the rear camera, but it shoots photos whithout any problem
Do you know if this happens because of the flex cable too?
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Lol @Bakisha now my phone won't record anything with the rear camera, but it shoots photos whithout any problem
Do you know if this happens because of the flex cable too?
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Rear camera is attached motherboard on it's own flex cable. Did you take it off when opening your Play? If yes, then probably you didn't put it back properly. Or maybe it missplaced.
Try opening again (just motherboard part and see is flex from camera is loose or something
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Rear camera is attached motherboard on it's own flex cable. Did you take it off when opening your Play? If yes, then probably you didn't put it back properly. Or maybe it missplaced.
Try opening again (just motherboard part and see is flex from camera is loose or something
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Nope, i've not yet opened my play, that's why I'm worried :/
Basically, whenever I click on the record button, camera app fc's
I'll logcat to see what could be :/
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Nope, i've not yet opened my play, that's why I'm worried :/
Basically, whenever I click on the record button, camera app fc's
I'll logcat to see what could be :/
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Unless you drop your Play hard, it should work normally. If it's taking picture normally, maybe it's software problem.
On what rom and kernel you are now? Maybe, to test, make backup and flash stock ftf, to see is it sofware problem (i think i don't need to explain to you how to do that )
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Unless you drop your Play hard, it should work normally. If it's taking picture normally, maybe it's software problem.
On what rom and kernel you are now? Maybe, to test, make backup and flash stock ftf, to see is it sofware problem (i think i don't need to explain to you how to do that )
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Lol I've just "logcatted" and so I saw an error regarding framerates.
Then I remembered what I've done something like a week ago: modified the media_profiles file located into system/etc for trying to record at 60fps LOL
Such a stupid problem, sorry Bakisha xD
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Lol I've just "logcatted" and so I saw an error regarding framerates.
Then I remembered what I've done something like a week ago: modified the media_profiles file located into system/etc for trying to record at 60fps LOL
Such a stupid problem, sorry Bakisha xD
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lol
No problem
When xou open your Play you'll se that flex is connected to screen, digitizer, front buttons, front camera, ALS and proximity sensor so all problems regarding those could Be actually flex problem.
Feel free to ask if you need help when you decide to open your Play.
Good luck
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lol
No problem
When xou open your Play you'll se that flex is connected to screen, digitizer, front buttons, front camera, ALS and proximity sensor so all problems regarding those could Be actually flex problem.
Feel free to ask if you need help when you decide to open your Play.
Good luck
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thank you
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Finally got it!
Now searching for screwdrivers lol (I was sure I had it at home lol)
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Finally got it!
Now searching for screwdrivers lol (I was sure I had it at home lol)
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Just be carefull, especially when assembling it back. For me, it took me 3 hours, two coffee, half pack of cigarets (and lot of gossips :silly: , since i did it at friends place)
If you can, take pics while dissasembling (just in case)
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Just be carefull, especially when assembling it back. For me, it took me 3 hours, two coffee, half pack of cigarets (and lot of gossips :silly: , since i did it at friends place)
If you can, take pics while dissasembling (just in case)
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Thank you a lot man, I appreciate your advices
Well, I'm preparing myself to this lol, but I'm thinking to the Nexus 5 as my next device if something goes wrong (or whenever my Play dies)
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Finally did it @Bakisha ! It took me an hour to fix my phone but it was worth it
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Finally did it @Bakisha ! It took me an hour to fix my phone but it was worth it
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Great!
I told you it wasn't hard
(except that near-heart-attack moment when you powering on after assembling )
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Hello
My Gnex started to act weird. It shows that it is charging but it is not connected to anything. If I connect it to a charger it takes about 20-30sec to start charging.
Could it be a faulty battery?
Please help.
Thanks
Probably no . Just restart your phone twice and try to clear the cache .Then it would be normal...
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faulty port... i had the same problem.. visit my profile and see threads started by me.. ul find the one that i created.. if it has similarities then u need to change the port
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paarthdesai said:
faulty port... i had the same problem.. visit my profile and see threads started by me.. ul find the one that i created.. if it has similarities then u need to change the port
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Yes. It is the port. Damn it. I cleaned it and it worked for 5 min. Now it acting up again.
The part is on its way. I think I got a good deal for 10$ with shipping included. I managed to repair the actual mini usb port by pushing on the two top metal clips and it seams that it is working. But better be safe and replace it with new part.
Is anyone offering a repair service? Like so many others my Xperia play's touchscreen has become completely unresponsive and it has been in a box for almost 2 years. I really need this phone repaired, there is some VERY VERY important information to me on an un-updated application that can only be opened on this phone and I don't think I can live without it. I have researched online, I don't have the skills to repair it myself. =,[.
This has been causing me so much worry and stress. Is there anyone out there that could repair this for me? I can't post links but is the Xperia Play repair service from portatronics legit? I'll do whatever it takes. Any help on who or where to send it to is very much appreciated. Thank you -Oli
There are tutorial vids on YouTube how to fix it which make it super easy to fix. Does the screen look like TV stativ?
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There are tutorial vids on YouTube how to fix it which make it super easy to fix. Does the screen look like TV stativ?
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No, I don't think It's something I would have much luck at fixing myself. The unit boots up and appears to be fine. I can move around on the main screen using the D-Pad but the touchscreen is completely unresponsive.
Sounds like you need a new digitizer. Do you live in Canada?
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Sounds like you need a new digitizer. Do you live in Canada?
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Yes, I am in Canada. The portatronics guys in NY didn't answer my email. I'll try one more time before googling for someone else.
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Sounds like you need a new digitizer. Do you live in Canada?
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Alright if you cant find anyone to repair it let me know and Ill take a look at it for you.
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Alright if you cant find anyone to repair it let me know and Ill take a look at it for you.
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Thanks for the offer. The portatronics repair service seems to be defunct. I found another repair service from doctorquickfix (Sorry, still can't post links). $87.95 for parts and installation. I'm going to send them an email to see if the service is still available and if they can fix the digitizer.
doctorquickfix responded and said they can do it! I'll report back with my experience! :fingers-crossed:
Sorry for the stupid question but can't you use the pad to launch apps and move into them?
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doctorquickfix responded and said they can do it! I'll report back with my experience! :fingers-crossed:
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Yep you can slelect and start apps with the gamepad. Why didnt you just try it instead of asking tho. 87 bucks thats kinda expensive expensive. A digitizer is like 20 or under dollars. Hope all goes well.
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Yep you can slelect and start apps with the gamepad. Why didnt you just try it instead of asking tho. 87 bucks thats kinda expensive expensive. A digitizer is like 20 or under dollars. Hope all goes well.
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I've watched the tutorial videos on youtube and I don't feel confident that I'd be able to dissemble something like this without causing permanent damage. :crying:
I know $87 is high. I've had other offers but I can't ship to India or UK. Has to be Canada or US only. This is the best deal I could find... unless someone volunteers
As for navigation with the D-Pad, you can navigate... but only what is on the first screen. You need the touch screen to flip pages.
Olivia A said:
I've watched the tutorial videos on youtube and I don't feel confident that I'd be able to dissemble something like this without causing permanent damage. :crying:
I know $87 is high. I've had other offers but I can't ship to India or UK. Has to be Canada or US only. This is the best deal I could find... unless someone volunteers
As for navigation with the D-Pad, you can navigate... but only what is on the first screen. You need the touch screen to flip pages.
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If you will replace the anything inside the Xperia Play, be very careful while trying to open it up. I didn't have a plastic opener at the time, so I just used a screwdrivers, and there are mars everywhere. I even damaged the microphone inside.
Well I have no idea what your trying to open or do. But im sure you could find a browser on the market that would work or whatever app. The opening of the play is actually very easy and you need a metal or plastic safe open pry tool.
Although as for the screw driver incident how could you think you wouldnt damage stuff lol not being rude just asking lol.
The only part that is hard would be if you had to replace the flex cable which rips easily. The digitizer doesnt need you to touch the digitizer however.
But if you do it you NEED a safe open pry tool or a self made safe open pry. I suppose 87 parts included would be an ok price. Plus its always nice to have someone else do it in case you mess up so you dont have to go through the frustration if your not very techy.
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