SO... My wife recently learned that it's not a great idea to charge your phone with a frayed USB cable. Had I known she was doing this, I would have put a stop to it. Sadly, the OG doesn't work. I can get a flash from the LED and a flash from capactive keys, but no download mode, battery pull does nothing and can't get the computer to recognize it. I'm going to make a few more efforts to revive, but I think it's done. PM me if you are interested and once I'm certain that it's completely gone I will donate.
The silver lining here is that my OG still works and I love it as much as ever.
Hey I've heard a legitimate battery pull fixes this if you're willing to do a tiny bit of manual labor
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Hey I've heard a legitimate battery pull fixes this if you're willing to do a tiny bit of manual labor
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hmmm.... Have not seen the legitimate battery pull done. Do you know where I can find instructions for this?
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hmmm.... Have not seen the legitimate battery pull done. Do you know where I can find instructions for this?
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I think it's this one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2108154
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I think it's this one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2108154
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No, that's the write up that I based my video on. I assumed stevek216 was referring to actually removing the battery from the phone.
Thank you though!
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No, that's the write up that I based my video on. I assumed stevek216 was referring to actually removing the battery from the phone.
Thank you though!
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Oops. Guess I should have read it before posting. Anyway... Nice video.
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I'm not sure where to find instructions. It takes a weird screwdriver but other than that I think it's just a matter of taking out the bottom screws, removing the back, and carefully disconnecting and reconnecting the battery
You try taking it to sprint? Has it been a year since you got it?
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You try taking it to sprint? Has it been a year since you got it?
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No and No. We didn't buy the phones from Sprint so we have not spoken with them about it. Certainly doesn't help that there isn't a corporate store or repair facility anywhere near me.
If you don't want to do anything with it, send it to me. Would love spare parts lol.
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SO... My wife recently learned that it's not a great idea to charge your phone with a frayed USB cable. Had I known she was doing this, I would have put a stop to it. Sadly, the OG doesn't work. I can get a flash from the LED and a flash from capactive keys, but no download mode, battery pull does nothing and can't get the computer to recognize it. I'm going to make a few more efforts to revive, but I think it's done. PM me if you are interested and once I'm certain that it's completely gone I will donate.
The silver lining here is that my OG still works and I love it as much as ever.
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I recently sold my LG and moved to the Moto X; however, if you donate it to me. Hopefully I can try to revive it and see if I can start some builds with it.
Can you send me a back cover? Mine is cracked and I want to replace it.. Thanks!!
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I recently sold my LG and moved to the Moto X; however, if you donate it to me. Hopefully I can try to revive it and see if I can start some builds with it.
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I will keep you updated, have a few last things I am going to try before officially giving up.
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Can you send me a back cover? Mine is cracked and I want to replace it.. Thanks!!
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Maybe something could be done to coordinate swapping the backs since it sounds like you just cracked the glass and he would only be using it as a dev phone. Like I mentioned in the previous post, I have a few last ditch efforts to try and then will be officially giving it up if they don't work.
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Maybe something could be done to coordinate swapping the backs since it sounds like you just cracked the glass and he would only be using it as a dev phone. Like I mentioned in the previous post, I have a few last ditch efforts to try and then will be officially giving it up if they don't work.
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I don't mind you sending it first to him to remove the black plating and then mailing me the device with the cracked back plating.
Also, if I happen to revive and you still want it, I'll send it back to you.
sprint doesnt usually care if its warranty or not, ive gone in and had them fix just about anything and they charge me the standard 35 dollar fee if you dont have insurance, the only thing they dont cover is screen/water damage. screens are 100 i believe to swap.
damn i need the back plate too
I'd be willing to send you some money for your front assembly! I got screwed by a Chinese seller when I bought a replacement for my cracked screen. The new screen registered touches constantly when I'll not touching the screen, scratches and discoloration on the ACTUAL LCD (ie not the glass) and my volume buttons got borked during the swap $95 well spent... So I'd could definitely use it since its my daily driver right now. I'd love you man!
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Take it by a Sprint Store or even call over the phone to Customer Care. If you have Insurance they will replace it for free, if you don't they will charge you $75 to replace it!
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Take it by a Sprint Store or even call over the phone to Customer Care. If you have Insurance they will replace it for free, if you don't they will charge you $75 to replace it!
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Will they open it up and see that I have taken the tape off the battery terminal and tell me to take a hike? Also, does it matter that I didn't purchase it from Sprint?
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Okay guys... Well Long story short my phones screen doesn't work anymore.
Long story: I was using my phone like usual and when I was finished I put it in my Pocket. I dIdnt realize I had a credit card in that pocket as well, next thing I know I take the phone out and between the screen and the keyboard is the credit card wedged between. I take it out thinking it'll all be fine but when I slide the keyboard Out I hear what sounds like crumbling paper and I look at the back of the phone and there is this black tape looking thing sticking Out From the phone. And now my screen doesn't come on...
I have no warranty I'm just under the one year. What will I have to pay to get this fixed?
I know on inssurance its free but for a new screen its around 50 but what you describe is like you unattatched the whole top half of the phone almost and you'll need a new phone. =[ I think the paper sound is the connection of the display to the phone board.
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Biggoron said:
I know on inssurance its free but for a new screen its around 50 but what you describe is like you unattatched the whole top half of the phone almost and you'll need a new phone. =[ I think the paper sound is the connection of the display to the phone board.
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Aw man I was hoping it would be less, so they can't just connect the screen again does anyone know? I'll start looking for epics for sale around here on cl just in case
Did you try your closest repair place ie. Geek Squad or Samsung service center? I'm sure they can give you a price of some sort
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Did you try your closest repair place ie. Geek Squad or Samsung service center? I'm sure they can give you a price of some sort
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No since it literally just happened an hour ago
Im going to visit a sPrint store tomorrow afternoon and check it out if it's more than 50$ I'll just go ahead and buy a craigslist epic.
Okay so I went in and they offered to fix it for me or replace the phone if needed for $35, I got it fixed now for that price. I'm back to normal now after a few hard bricks from using odin, yes hard bricks, no lights nothing. I'm happy hah
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And just like that I'm back to being mad. I've gone back already because they jacked up my slver ring around the phone, and they said they did it by mistake, I understand its confusing tearing this phone down. Buuuuuut now I have to go back though because my my phone speaker will not work...
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if you have the tools, you can insert the display ribbon cable yourself but i wouldn't advise it unless you've done it before.
Dougrun said:
if you have the tools, you can insert the display ribbon cable yourself but i wouldn't advise it unless you've done it before.
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Nah the cable looked ripped they actually had to replace it with another phones screen. But looks like I'm going back since they messed up my speaker.
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Oka well my speaker was broken and they couldn't fix it since thy didn't have parts s they're ordering me a relcemnt. Should get it in about 48 hours. Sorry for the tpypos I'm on stoc, havet been in a while... LOL this sucks
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Oka well my speaker was broken and they couldn't fix it since thy didn't have parts s they're ordering me a relcemnt. Should get it in about 48 hours. Sorry for the tpypos I'm on stoc, havet been in a while... LOL this sucks
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Hahaha piece of crap keylag glad ur getting ur epic fixed
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Here in So Cal I go to third party authorized repair centers.. They are authorized to fix phones and they don't have to go by Sprint's policies.. The 2 by my house will swap parts out for free with phones that have other issues.. This lets you get your phone fixed for free even if you have no insurance and they get free publicity..
Haha tanks Biggoron
celsius0010 said:
Here in So Cal I go to third party authorized repair centers.. They are authorized to fix phones and they don't have to go by Sprint's policies.. The 2 by my house will swap parts out for free with phones that have other issues.. This lets you get your phone fixed for free even if you have no insurance and they get free publicity..
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Thts cool this is a sprint repair center but it int run by sprint, but they seem to hav te same policies, but I though you only got a replacement with insurance, and I though they charged yu $100 for it?
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So today I dropped my phone on a hardwood floor. I thought it was fine until i tried turning the screen on. The inside of my screen was cracked and everything was messed up. I filed a claim with asurion and I'll be getting the new phone Monday hopefully. I was wondering if anyone had any previous experiences with Asurion and would like to share? Did you get a new or refurbished phone? How was your experience?
last time i used them i got a refurbished phone but it seem like it was brand new
Personally any refurbished phone I got from any Tmobile source in the past ten years looked and acted brand new.
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I got a new fascinate from them and it ran better than the original one. Using glitch kernel with the low leakage download. Could not run it on original phone. Anyway, have had three phones replaced thru them with zero issues.
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Thanks guys. It makes me feel a little better that I will get a good device. I don't want to go though the hassle of returning it and waiting for another one.
How much did you have to pay to file the claim?
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$130 is the deductible, once it's filled it comes right out of T-mobiles warehouse just like a warranty exchange. Glad you were able to get it all taken care of so quickly. I'm so paranoid about my screen breaking.
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How much did you have to pay to file the claim?
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I had to pay $130. Its better than a new phone or having to go through the hassle of fixing the screen. I'm always so careful with my phones but it just slid off my desk and fell. It was awful.
Scyke said:
I had to pay $130. Its better than a new phone or having to go through the hassle of fixing the screen. I'm always so careful with my phones but it just slid off my desk and fell. It was awful.
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I could imagine
I have insurance so that is why I asked....Although I really hope I never have to file a claim.
When they used the term "refurbished".... It's not like they take a broken fone fix it n give it to lol.... It's when a customer has 14 days when they get there fone n they don't like it, n they return it to the store. There was nothing wrong with the fone its just that the store can't sell it so they mail it back to corporate.. They do a whipe.. n they send it out.. Just wanted to clear things up lol
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When they used the term "refurbished".... It's not like they take a broken fone fix it n give it to lol.... It's when a customer has 14 days when they get there fone n they don't like it, n they return it to the store. There was nothing wrong with the fone its just that the store can't sell it so they mail it back to corporate.. They do a whipe.. n they send it out.. Just wanted to clear things up lol
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That's true for some, the whole truth is that sometimes they are a frankenstein of many bad phones. If you were here when the T989 forum kicked off, there was a ton of people sending their phones back for screen issues. You can bet those got circulated again as exchanges too. For me personally, I have sent back tons of replacements because they were not 100% perfect. Know that you can tell them if you have an issue and they will try to resolve it.
Hope that helps you get a balanced view of things.
Not by choice...my S2's power button is sticking when I press down on it and even with a small tap (without actually pushing down), it will bring up the power menu and such. It's causing complete havoc and keeps putting me into a Sleep of Death. I've tried ODINing and everything back to stock but it's definitely a hardware malfeasance. I still have my warranty so my next step will be sending it in for a replacement.
Until then I'm on the Samsung Captivate. UGH lol...if any of you ever had it, it's soo difficult to adapt to after having a Vibrant/TMo S2. So much ODINing and flashing of CWM and kernels JUST to get to CM10. I've been in a recovery boot loop for the last 2 hours and finally got it right (I'm not even sure how lol). Anyways this is the end of my rant/venting.
Hope you have a good night and a great next day.
Replace the actual power switch. Youll be back in no time.
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Replace the actual power switch. Youll be back in no time.
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Yeah I was gonna but I'm better off replacing this one. My USB port is iffy at best and only mounts as mass storage like half the time. I was okay as long as it charges but it's too much of a hassle to buy and replace multiple parts
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Replace the actual power switch. Youll be back in no time.
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I would love to know where to get one, please provide me with the URL to the item page.
Don't seem to see any on ebay that is for T989.
Thank you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1822609
I have started using this apk to save hardware
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My phone has this same issue and quite frankly I hate it. Maybe I can get a warantee exchange for another device.
teruyume said:
I would love to know where to get one, please provide me with the URL to the item page.
Don't seem to see any on ebay that is for T989.
Thank you
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Hey did you or anybody find a part number or even a cheap phone we can harvest this button from ??
http://mobiletechvideos.mybigcommerce.com/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-power-button-repair/
Highly recommended, $35 and I had my phone back in 10 days, they didn't even factory restore it. It still had my CM and apps on it and its been working fine ever since.
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You guys beat your phone to hell
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I'm aware of that just saying I can do it myself if I can locate an equivalent part. Already have the old one off - put a charged battery in and phone didn't even start up by itself
This could be it. eBay item: 271084653175
Btw is there any other way to turn this phone on without using the power button ?
Did anyone ever find a source for buying a new power button?
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Did anyone ever find a source for buying a new power button?
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Here you go! They'll fix it for you!!
http://mobiletechvideos.mybigcommerce.com/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-power-button-repair/
I had the same problem with my T989D (Telus Hercules). I was four days outside my warranty, but Samsung was kind enough to authorize a warranty repair.
I thought they were going to replace the button, instead they replaced the entire PBA/Mainboard.
The notes indicate: PBA REMPLACE - PAS D'ALIMENTATION (PBA replaced - no power)
So new button, mainboard, and connector for the usb at the bottom, everything works beautifully, couldn't be happier.
LoopDoGG79 said:
Here you go! They'll fix it for you!!
http://mobiletechvideos.mybigcommerce.com/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-power-button-repair/
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I had heard about them, and everyone seems to like them, I was just going to do it myself if I could find the part. I figured me getting the part / putting it in would be less time than shipping it to them and getting it back.
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I had heard about them, and everyone seems to like them, I was just going to do it myself if I could find the part. I figured me getting the part / putting it in would be less time than shipping it to them and getting it back.
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35 to much?
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35 to much?
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No, like I said I was trying to do it in less time. Plus after you pay them express it takes it to $70, still reasonable but it was all about timing.
I sent mine to smsung is it covered
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don728871 said:
I sent mine to smsung is it covered
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I've had mine more than a year, so Samsung wouldn't cover mine (or at least that is my understanding).
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I've had mine more than a year, so Samsung wouldn't cover mine (or at least that is my understanding).
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Didn't this phone come out in June of this year
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I hardbricked my S3. I messed up, I know. It was my fault that I didn't notice that the Slimbean was only for the international version. I have been looking online for a solution, but all I'm seeing is that I have to get a new phone. I cannot access Recovery or Download mode with or without the battery in while or while not plugged into the computer. Though, while the battery and SD are out, the charging/notification light will light up when plugged into the computer for about one minute, but that's it. Is there anyway to turn it into Sprint for a new one? It's been under a month. So...any advice?
Have you looked into this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1727171
Where did you find the rom that you flashed?
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Have you looked into this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1727171
Where did you find the rom that you flashed?
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Looked at it, but I can't get my phone to go into Download mode, like I said. Whenever I plug it into the computer, it does nothing unless I have the battery out.
I got the rom from here.
http://slimroms.net/index.php/112-supported-device-list-cat/181
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Looked at it, but I can't get my phone to go into Download mode, like I said. Whenever I plug it into the computer, it does nothing unless I have the battery out.
I got the rom from here.
http://slimroms.net/index.php/112-supported-device-list-cat/181
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ahh, I'm not too familiar with Samsung or bricks, just trying to help, im sure this is stressful for you. I read some of the post I linked above and it says a USB jib might work. Here's a link to make one if you want to try http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1331782
Check your pm and good luck.
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ahh, I'm not too familiar with Samsung or bricks, just trying to help, im sure this is stressful for you. I read some of the post I linked above and it says a USB jib might work. Here's a link to make one if you want to try http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1331782
Check your pm and good luck.
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I don't have a sodering tool. With it being the holiday season, ordering online for a premade one will take longer than I can go without a phone.
dude thats a very simple soldering job. you can get a soldering iron for like 5 bucks at radioshack, with solder. all those parts can be bought there, and the wire you can just rip a phone cord out of the wall lol
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dude thats a very simple soldering job. you can get a soldering iron for like 5 bucks at radioshack, with solder. all those parts can be bought there, and the wire you can just rip a phone cord out of the wall lol
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Personally I recommend the search button. That usually helps. Its a paperweight and a jig is useless. Go to sprint and play stupid. They'll replace it
billard412 said:
Personally I recommend the search button. That usually helps. Its a paperweight and a jig is useless. Go to sprint and play stupid. They'll replace it
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Couldn't of said it better.
billard412 said:
Personally I recommend the search button. That usually helps. Its a paperweight and a jig is useless. Go to sprint and play stupid. They'll replace it
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Can I go to an authorized Sprint retailer/satellite store or an official Sprint store? Just gonna say it died and won't take a charge anymore.
billard412 said:
Personally I recommend the search button. That usually helps. Its a paperweight and a jig is useless. Go to sprint and play stupid. They'll replace it
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did you mean to quote me? i was just commenting on him saying he didn't have a soldering gun... i'm not saying if it will work or not, but if he did want to try it, it's a fairly simple object to make, with very simple and cheap tools. i don't have to search to know that it's just a few resistors and a male micro usb plug, maybe 15 bucks for everything including the soldering iron.
if you have insurance you can go to a sprint repair store and get it replaced for free... it usually takes about 2 days for your replacement to come in..
http://storelocator.sprint.com/locator/
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if you have insurance you can go to a sprint repair store and get it replaced for free... it usually takes about 2 days for your replacement to come in..
http://storelocator.sprint.com/locator/
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That is what I'm planning on doing tomorrow.
UPDATE: I did get it replaced yesterday. Told me it'd take thirty minutes, went out and got lunch. When I came back, they said they have no clue what happened to it to cause it to fry like it did, so they swapped it out for a new model. I'll root tomorrow when I have more time. I'll stick to what I can find here on XDA now on. Any recommendations for a good AOKP ROM?
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UPDATE: I did get it replaced yesterday. Told me it'd take thirty minutes, went out and got lunch. When I came back, they said they have no clue what happened to it to cause it to fry like it did, so they swapped it out for a new model. I'll root tomorrow when I have more time. I'll stick to what I can find here on XDA now on. Any recommendations for a good AOKP ROM?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1798981
The AOKP I am using for Sprint Galaxy S3.
Very nice. Works well. Love the emoji and custom ability.
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Smh...
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Smh...
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I know, foolish. Coming from the OG Evo, I didn't have to worry about seeing if it was American or International and which carrier it was for. I'm being more careful this time.
Call samsung say the phone died and won't come on. They will replace it as long as there is no physical damage. One year manufacture warranty is still valid use it f sprint don't waste your time. Samsung is fast at sending you a new or refurbished phone. I had several phones replaced. They send you a new phone or used phone and a box to send your old one. They don't check for rooting or nothing they just install new software on the phone and send it out to the next person. Now ups is my issue with the entire process, they Just leave it on your door step even if your not home it happened twice thank god no one stole my phone, I thought we were supposed to sign for it but I guess not.
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UPDATE: I did get it replaced yesterday. Told me it'd take thirty minutes, went out and got lunch. When I came back, they said they have no clue what happened to it to cause it to fry like it did, so they swapped it out for a new model. I'll root tomorrow when I have more time. I'll stick to what I can find here on XDA now on. Any recommendations for a good AOKP ROM?
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Happened with my wife's phone as well. Full charged then it just shut down. Tried everything and nothing. Sprint told me it was fried.
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Methos013 said:
UPDATE: I did get it replaced yesterday. Told me it'd take thirty minutes, went out and got lunch. When I came back, they said they have no clue what happened to it to cause it to fry like it did, so they swapped it out for a new model. I'll root tomorrow when I have more time. I'll stick to what I can find here on XDA now on. Any recommendations for a good AOKP ROM?
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well damn the sprint places around here told me I had to wait to get another one
Glad you were able to get a replacement. Now use protection when you flash
Haha
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Ok, guys. I typically know what I'm doing, but I wasn't paying full attention when flashing my phone while I was doing a mock fantasy football draft. I went into recovery and flashed a ROM that was for the i9305. Obviously a different phone, but I wasn't paying attention.
The phone does not boot. I plug it in without a battery and it shows the red LED, but that is the only response I can get from it.
I'm not sure where to go from here and that's why I'm wondering what to do from the wonderful members over here.
Any help is appreciated. Thanks
About your only option is to send it in for JTAG service Google mobile tech videos they do it for around 50 I believe, there are others that do JTAG for cheaper but don't have the reputation of mobile tech video
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Shoot, that's what i really don't want to do.
I ordered a usb jig and I hope that works. Otherwise I might just talk to ATT and see if I can upgrade this line early. Thanks for the input, maybe I can hear some good news from someone else.
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Shoot, that's what i really don't want to do.
I ordered a usb jig and I hope that works. Otherwise I might just talk to ATT and see if I can upgrade this line early. Thanks for the input, maybe I can hear some good news from someone else.
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This happened to me couple of weeks ago. JTAG is your only option. I used another guy who was cheaper ($25 for JTAG + $5 for shipping and $5 for me to ship the phone over to him). I mailed him the my phone on Friday and it was back in my hand the next Thursday. If your phone is not under warranty, that's your best option. Here's one of his eBay listings: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Unbrick-Sam...653?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item417592da4d
Just bite the bullet and use an old flip phone for one week
Good luck.
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This happened to me couple of weeks ago. JTAG is your only option. I used another guy who was cheaper ($25 for JTAG + $5 for shipping and $5 for me to ship the phone over to him). I mailed him the my phone on Friday and it was back in my hand the next Thursday. If your phone is not under warranty, that's your best option. Here's one of his eBay listings: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Unbrick-Sam...653?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item417592da4d
Just bite the bullet and use an old flip phone for one week
Good luck.
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Thanks for the recommendation! That guy does look legit and I may have to go that route. I can't believe I did something this dumb. I may walk into the ATT first and play dumb, maybe get a replacement. I bricked my phone on the wrong day, that's for sure. I'll contact the seller in the meantime and thanks again! Saved me $15 if I have to go that option.
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Thanks for the recommendation! That guy does look legit and I may have to go that route. I can't believe I did something this dumb. I may walk into the ATT first and play dumb, maybe get a replacement. I bricked my phone on the wrong day, that's for sure. I'll contact the seller in the meantime and thanks again! Saved me $15 if I have to go that option.
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If your phone is still under warranty, you can walk into AT&T and play dumb. They'll give you a refurb replacement.
I played dumb when I did the exact same thing worked for me. Lol
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jmatt78 said:
I played dumb when I did the exact same thing worked for me. Lol
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Haha, I hope it works the same way with me! I'm heading over tomorrow morning. Did they give you a refurb in-store, or did they mail it to you? And I'm guessing you had to give them your old phone?
ThEiiNoCeNT said:
Haha, I hope it works the same way with me! I'm heading over tomorrow morning. Did they give you a refurb in-store, or did they mail it to you? And I'm guessing you had to give them your old phone?
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Go to a warranty and repair center if you want a refurb, the stores are just sales reps who will point you in that direction.
berryman13 said:
Go to a warranty and repair center if you want a refurb, the stores are just sales reps who will point you in that direction.
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One small problem with that, there isn't one close to my location at all. So, I'll head down to my usual store and see what they say. Thanks for the input though. I happen to be the 1%...
There is also a whole thread how to restore after flashing another phones ROM.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1727443
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blaker13 said:
There is also a whole thread how to restore after flashing another phones ROM.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1727443
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If i could actually get into download mode that would be helpful, but my phone is dead.
ThEiiNoCeNT said:
If i could actually get into download mode that would be helpful, but my phone is dead.
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Sometimes you can get into DL mode without the screen on... You will see Odin pick it up... Or you might need JTAG. There are a few videos to do it yourself on you tube.
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Sometimes you can get into DL mode without the screen on... You will see Odin pick it up... Or you might need JTAG. There are a few videos to do it yourself on you tube.
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:/ I've tried tons of ways to try and get into download mode. I read that if you are hard bricked, a jig wont work. Odin doesn't want to pick anything up.
I'm heading to ATT in about an hour when they open and hopefully something good comes out of it. I'll be sure to update you guys on what happens.
To every story there is an ending, and here is mine.
I went to the ATT store and played dumb, I tripped when walking into the store and pretended to hurt my leg.
Ok, not really. I walked in, talked to a nice lady and explained how the recent update to 4.1.2 made my phone stop working. Perfect timing, I know, haha. She tried the usual, removing battery, plugging it in and putting in a new battery. Didn't work.
She was very nice and basically said, well, we'll replace it for you for free. I was ecstatic(on the inside). She called up some higher power from the phone and talked to them for a bit. She explained the situation to them and then to me. The device was still under the 1 year warranty from Samsung and they'll replace it for me. I should be getting my new phone in the mail in a few days and just have to mail the bricked one back to them. So happy!
Thank's for the everyone and if anyone finds this story later on, this method works. It's not the most morally acceptable method, but if you look at the big picture, we should technically shouldn't be paying hundreds for a phone plan anyways.
Thanks again, cheers.