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AUX not working

Hellow, i`m a user of HOX for about 2 monthes.
I`m a daily user of earphones.
Today when i connected the earphones, the logo of the earphones at the status bar did not appear and the sound came out of the phone and not from the earphones.
I tried using 2 other earphones and obviously the problem is at the AUX port and not the earphones.
Is that hardware problem or it can be software related?
I`m using stock rom(1.29.708.15) and stock kernal.
Also, if that hardware related and i unlocked the bootloader through HTCDEV at the past(i relocked it), can it damage my warrntey at that case?
Ty in advance.

Phezex said:
Hellow, i`m a user of HOX for about 2 monthes.
I`m a daily user of earphones.
Today when i connected the earphones, the logo of the earphones at the status bar did not appear and the sound came out of the phone and not from the earphones.
I tried using 2 other earphones and obviously the problem is at the AUX port and not the earphones.
Is that hardware problem or it can be software related?
I`m using stock rom(1.29.708.15) and stock kernal.
Also, if that hardware related and i unlocked the bootloader through HTCDEV at the past(i relocked it), can it damage my warrntey at that case?
Ty in advance.
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It's a hardware fault.
You have Hong Kong phone, where did you buy it? The warranty shouldn't matter since it's clearly a hardware fault, but some places have less good statutory rights than others.

BenPope said:
It's a hardware fault.
You have Hong Kong phone, where did you buy it? The warranty shouldn't matter since it's clearly a hardware fault, but some places have less good statutory rights than others.
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the phone originally bought from eBay by my friend who did no use of the phone and sold it to me.
Also i have the receive on his name from eBay.

Phezex said:
the phone originally bought from eBay by my friend who did no use of the phone and sold it to me.
Also i have the receive on his name from eBay.
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I was asking about what country, really. If you bought it privately, and you don't have the receipt, not fun. Anyway, HTC might still fix it. Just return as near to stock before returning it.
There is an app that can switch to headphone mode, but I dunno if it requires root. I'll let you find the thread here yourself.

BenPope said:
I was asking about what country, really. If you bought it privately, and you don't have the receipt, not fun. Anyway, HTC might still fix it. Just return as near to stock before returning it.
There is an app that can switch to headphone mode, but I dunno if it requires root. I'll let you find the thread here yourself.
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I`m too lazy to search the receipt right now, but i`m sure i have it.
anyway i`ll contact global htc tomorrow and see what they can do, if they will refuse to fix it i`ll contact the seller.
At the worst case, this problem can be fixed at a private phones lab?
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Ok i found this app - toggleheadset2.
when forcing it to headphones mode the AUX works, but again when canceling the force of the app it`s not working.
How can it be a hardware fault if it work`s at forcing mode? that means the port is working.

Try a factory reset, if that doesn't work try installing mist recent ruu make sure it matches your cid, if the port works its probably something else messed up
Your boot loader reads re locked so htc know it has been unlocked before
Sent from my HTC One CMX

whynot66 said:
Try a factory reset, if that doesn't work try installing mist recent ruu make sure it matches your cid, if the port works its probably something else messed up
Your boot loader reads re locked so htc know it has been unlocked before
Sent from my HTC One CMX
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Did try a factory reset + SD wipe that didn`t work, and i can`t reinstall the ruu because i cannot find it over the net, only the 1.29.708.9 version is available.
after that i wanted to check if that happends with other roms also, so i installed CM 10 (always wanted to use it but i was 2 lazy ) but also at CM 10 theres the same problem so i restored everything again.
so now i back to point 0 with a wiped phone :/

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Ok, after speaking with htc for using my warranty, they want 15$ just for send the phone to their lab.
After that the lab will make an offer for me, and then i will need to pay another 15$ for the shipment...
so that`s too much for me.
I tried today to "play" with the AUX port by pushing harder the connection, sometimes when i pushed the connection harder or moved it the earphones logo appeared for few seconds, so now i`m totally sure the problem is with the AUX port.
My question is - can i buy a replacement part and fix it myself? if so, what do i need to buy?

Phezex said:
My question is - can i buy a replacement part and fix it myself? if so, what do i need to buy?
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The headphone jack is usually soldered on to the motherboard or a daughter board. In most cases you'll need to do some soldering, which is not advisable if you don't have any experience with that sort of thing. If you don't want to waste your money/time with HTC then the next best option is to take it to a local mobile phone repair shop.
Or you can buy a Bluetooth A2DP clip/ headphones/earphones and use it over BT.

Challenge htc if your headphone jack I loose and it's happened through normal use then ring them back and speak to a team leader or manager, htc dev voids parts of the warranty but the headphone jack isn't anything to do with it, I'm in the UK so our laws are different but fight them
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How to completely brick my M8?

Ok, this might sound weird, but I have to brick my Rooted, S offed, GPE Converted M8. There'e no RUU yet for returning to stock, so how do I completely brick the phone?

Preheat oven to 350F. Bake for 5 minutes until it becomes golden brown in colour.
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Chromium said:
Preheat oven to 350F. Bake for 5 minutes until it becomes golden brown in colour.
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Ok! I'll try that! - Sarcasm

In all seriousness, I don't understand why you want to completely brick the phone. Am I missing something?
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Just do a warranty swap, trust me when I say T-Mobile does not care for any of that (as long as you dont have an absurd splash screen or boot aniamtion)

Yeah Im trying to replace the phone with T-Mobile. I have to ship it to them, and I don't want them to find out I rooted the phone and voided the warranty.

Try a 24 volt AC power adapter... Like from an old sprinkler timer. Strip an inch or so off the leads, jam one lead in the headphone jack and the other in the SD slot. Or go between the power port and the SD slot. Or some combination thereof. It oughta brick the hell out of it! I've roasted a few pieces of electronics that way.
Being this is a metal chassis phone, I might wear gloves when you do it. Or hook it up to an outlet with a light switch so you can remote control the fireworks.

Orrr. Flash a ROM for a different phone. I bricked my S4 when I flashed a ROM for the Note 2. Wouldn't even turn on. It was hilarious man

Ark1406 said:
Orrr. Flash a ROM for a different phone. I bricked my S4 when I flashed a ROM for the Note 2. Wouldn't even turn on. It was hilarious man
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Lmao, that would totally work, as long as it will let you flash it. Hmmm, good idea
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lotzakritters said:
Lmao, that would totally work, as long as it will let you flash it. Hmmm, good idea
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It does! Just modify the updater script a bit. I accidentally flashed it and took it to a service center, they had no clue what went wrong. They ended up giving me a new phone. Or, just corrupt an M8 ROM

Ark1406 said:
It does! Just modify the updater script a bit. I accidentally flashed it and took it to a service center, they had no clue what went wrong. They ended up giving me a new phone. Or, just corrupt an M8 ROM
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How do I corrupt a ROM?

Easiest way to brick the phone would be to download a kernel from a completely different device, remove the assert check from the updater script, and flash it. Should brick the phone in no time.

XxKINGxX2580 said:
How do I corrupt a ROM?
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Don't know if it's possible since most recoveries verify the MD5. But editing the important files of the ROM may work. Or, is chrome said, download a kernel for a different phone. Or, a modem. But those will destroy your phone and there'd be no going back.

Ark1406 said:
Don't know if it's possible since most recoveries verify the MD5. But editing the important files of the ROM may work. Or, is chrome said, download a kernel for a different phone. Or, a modem. But those will destroy your phone and there'd be no going back.
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Yep, that's exactly what I want. For the phone to not even be able to get into bootloader mode.

I don't have to brick it now. I'll brick it when my replacement M8 gets here in a few days. I'll let you guys know what works/doesn't work. Please, feel free to offer any other suggestions.

XxKINGxX2580 said:
I don't have to brick it now. I'll brick it when my replacement M8 gets here in a few days. I'll let you guys know what works/doesn't work. Please, feel free to offer any other suggestions.
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Heres my other suggestion: Send the phone to me

XxKINGxX2580 said:
I don't have to brick it now. I'll brick it when my replacement M8 gets here in a few days. I'll let you guys know what works/doesn't work. Please, feel free to offer any other suggestions.
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Can you explain what you're doing? Are you bricking your phone to get a replacement through insurance, or warranty? I ask because I have some problems with my phone and may be interested in doing what you're doing

Ark1406 said:
Can you explain what you're doing? Are you bricking your phone to get a replacement through insurance, or warranty? I ask because I have some problems with my phone and may be interested in doing what you're doing
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I'm getting a replacement through warranty with T-Mobile. I called them and told them that the phone wouldn't turn on or display any LEDs, or anything, and that I already tried charging it. And they said that they would send me a replacement for $20. The $20 is to cover shipping to my house and from my house to them, so I don't mind it. But that's only if your phone isn't cracked or water damaged, exc. I do that if/when I hard brick my phones. This time it's because I ****ed up with flashing something, and now my phone doesn't get signal from T-Mobile, and since my phone is rooted, S-Offed, and on GPE RUU, I can't go back to complete stock until an RUU is available for the T-Mobile variant.

Chromium said:
Heres my other suggestion: Send the phone to me
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Sure i'll do that :laugh:

XxKINGxX2580 said:
I'm getting a replacement through warranty with T-Mobile. I called them and told them that the phone wouldn't turn on or display any LEDs, or anything, and that I already tried charging it. And they said that they would send me a replacement for $20. The $20 is to cover shipping to my house and from my house to them, so I don't mind it. But that's only if your phone isn't cracked or water damaged, exc. I do that if/when I hard brick my phones. This time it's because I ****ed up with flashing something, and now my phone doesn't get signal from T-Mobile, and since my phone is rooted, S-Offed, and on GPE RUU, I can't go back to complete stock until an RUU is available for the T-Mobile variant.
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So, $20 is all you're paying? Do you know if you're getting a new, or refurbished phone? And please do keep us updated on what happens

[Q] Please can any developer Help me? I'll pay good for that problem.

I've bought HTC One M8 a week ago and excited to root that. So I did unlock bootloader and that phone is out of warranty now.
I noticed microphone is not working while talking and sound recording. But if I use speakerphone they hear me.
Microphone at the back working great. Is that possible with any program or firmware to use microphone at the back while in normal mode ?
If any1 make a program or apk like that, I'll pay good.
Please help me.
Regards..

Fataldose said:
I've bought HTC One M8 a week ago and excited to root that. So I did unlock bootloader and that phone is out of warranty now.
I noticed microphone is not working while talking and sound recording. But if I use speakerphone they hear me.
Microphone at the back working great. Is that possible with any program or firmware to use microphone at the back while in normal mode ?
If any1 make a program or apk like that, I'll pay good.
Please help me.
Regards..
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Try a factory reset maybe?? Could be a software issue.

Was the microphone working before you unlocked the bootloader?

I did try that but still not works. I also try different roms and still same :/

redpoint73 said:
Was the microphone working before you unlocked the bootloader?
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I really didn't try that. Btw microphone works great sometimes and sometimes not..

Please correct me if I am wrong but I think worst to worst you can always relock the bootloader, flash stock image, basically "un-root" to gain the warranty back?

Whileitlasted said:
Please correct me if I am wrong but I think worst to worst you can always relock the bootloader, flash stock image, basically "un-root" to gain the warranty back?
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All HTC would have to do is look in bootloader to see it was RELOCKED instead of LOCKED.
It can be made LOCKED with s-off, and than made s-on again (although not sure about the s-on part, I haven't actually seen a process to do so). But HTC will always have a record of the bootloader being unlocked via HTCDev.com.
Although some have argued that HTCDev.com only tracks that a unlock bin code has been issued, and they have no way of knowing if you actually used that code or not.

redpoint73 said:
All HTC would have to do is look in bootloader to see it was RELOCKED instead of LOCKED.
It can be made LOCKED with s-off, and than made s-on again (although not sure about the s-on part, I haven't actually seen a process to do so). But HTC will always have a record of the bootloader being unlocked via HTCDev.com.
Although some have argued that HTCDev.com only tracks that a unlock bin code has been issued, and they have no way of knowing if you actually used that code or not.
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So is there no way to talk with second microphone at the back?

If the mic works sometimes, there are 2 possibilities:
A firmware issue
Mic is loose.
1-Try upgrading/downgrading the firmware and see if that helps
2- If you are not concerned about warranty, open the phone and check the mic.
If warranty is still accountable, go back to stock and apply for it. The worst it can happen is that they say to you, we cant because it was unlocked. Then you go back to step 1.

jmoneste said:
If the mic works sometimes, there are 2 possibilities:
A firmware issue
Mic is loose.
1-Try upgrading/downgrading the firmware and see if that helps
2- If you are not concerned about warranty, open the phone and check the mic.
If warranty is still accountable, go back to stock and apply for it. The worst it can happen is that they say to you, we cant because it was unlocked. Then you go back to step 1.
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LOL @ open the phone.
ifixit has a 2/10 score for repairability with the M8. I bent mine, and almost every repair shop I went to said they wouldn't even try to fix it.

Fataldose said:
So is there no way to talk with second microphone at the back?
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Technically, almost anything is possible. But whether such a thing exists, or can feasibly be made (or any dev interest in doing so) is another story.
Maybe see if a rule exists of can be created for the AutomateIt app? Situation like this seems right up the alley for that app.

Just went through the exact same scenario and was about to ship my phone on for repair.
Before you do that, take a toothbrush and slowly scrub the bottom speaker grille. Focus mostly on the left 2/3's of the grille. You will quickly see a bunch of crud coming out.
After cleaning it, give the mic a try and see if it's back to normal.
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Updated to Lollipop. Mic-1 not working.

Hi
I'm running an international unlocked M8. just got it from the service repair center for a battery-related repair. Immediately upgraded it to OTA Lollipop. The microphone isn't working. Google Now & Phone calls just pick up static. Speaker phone works fine. Tried cleaning the grill to no avail. Tried factory reset. Nothing.
Do you think this is related to Lollipop? Can I count on an update to follow to solve this? Because I would really hate to send it back to the service center.
Thanks :fingers-crossed:

I would recommend you to try install the previous version you got and if the problem still exists then sorry mate but you have to send it back.
I know it sucks! :/

I guess there's no way to avoid it. Phone's going back not even one day after I got it back I was hoping it was a widespread software issue that would get a speedy patch but seems like it's not. Thanks for the reply.

nuvnuc said:
I guess there's no way to avoid it. Phone's going back not even one day after I got it back I was hoping it was a widespread software issue that would get a speedy patch but seems like it's not. Thanks for the reply.
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I'd not only send it back, but I would also let them know that you are angry about it. They obviously sent you something that was sent in to them and refurbished. Tell them you want a NEW phone.

xunholyx said:
I'd not only send it back, but I would also let them know that you are angry about it. They obviously sent you something that was sent in to them and refurbished. Tell them you want a NEW phone.
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And yes they did send me the same phone I sent to be repaired. It even has the decal I put on the back. And you can see a small indentation from where they opened it up, and the screen is veeeeeery slightly wobbly when I touch it in a corner.
They told me they don't do replacements unless it is wholly beyond repair. Usually the carrier does that but I got this off contract. Though I have heard informally after the third repair they will just send a new one.
I really admire you for your strength . And I would love for this to be a tale of righteous customer overcoming the evil customer support. In my experience the person behind the desk just doesn't care and will only take it out on you if you disrespect him. Whereas being cordial seems to garner astonishment "wow he actually treats me like I am human". I've tried being angry and I've tried being kind.
Thank you very much for your reply.

Persistent sound issue no matter what

I've done just about everything. There's a log cat below. EVERY ROM, EVERY KERNEL STOCK OR CUSTOM, this issue is there after the first reboot. Im only going to answer every question that goes like "have you tried...." With a full rundown of what I did and results. I will remind I've tried every custom nougat rom, stock or custom and I've tried stock marshmallow rom to. Also some roms haven't even had sound on first boot. Some roms will work for a bit then they will do a soft reboot that takes 30-45 minutes to complete. Then have no sound. I'm open to taking my phone apart since my screen is fu*ked up. Im begging at this point I love this phone, I've had it for 2 months, I don't want to have to buy another one.

Tried unbrick tool yet? That may have a slightly different effect than just flashing stock ROM (as it completely nukes the device and installs everything again).
Anyways, you may have a hardware issue. In that case taking the phone apart won't do much ... You can only check the connections, that's about it.
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Explorer23 said:
Tried unbrick tool yet? That may have a slightly different effect than just flashing stock ROM (as it completely nukes the device and installs everything again).
Anyways, you may have a hardware issue. In that case taking the phone apart won't do much ... You can only check the connections, that's about it.
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I did actually brick it awhile back trying to solve that damn sound issue. I used the mega unbrick guide to fix it, I can try again. Cause hell who knows it might fix it. Thanks for the recommendations.

Found out it is hardware i narrowed it to the aux port board which is what the fingerprint sensor, microphone, speaker connect to. I'm ordering a new part tomorrow for it

Did you find any solution? Im having the same issue and trying to figure out how to fix tihs

Dlind said:
Found out it is hardware i narrowed it to the aux port board which is what the fingerprint sensor, microphone, speaker connect to. I'm ordering a new part tomorrow for it
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Please give me the link to buy. Im having same issue too. And i think its hardware

xsetiadi said:
Please give me the link to buy. Im having same issue too. And i think its hardware
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Well, when I bought the new part and replaced it, it didn't do anything. But I can still give you a link, I need up getting a htc 10 cause I was sick of the phones bs. https://m.ebay.com/itm/OEM-Earphone...%3Ac0cbdf2615e0ab10a81ff986ffd94c65%7Ciid%3A6

Dlind said:
Well, when I bought the new part and replaced it, it didn't do anything. But I can still give you a link, I need up getting a htc 10 cause I was sick of the phones bs. https://m.ebay.com/itm/OEM-Earphone...%3Ac0cbdf2615e0ab10a81ff986ffd94c65%7Ciid%3A6
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You mean this not rix the problem?

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xsetiadi said:
You mean this not rix the problem?
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It could for you, but it didn't change a thing for me. Every phones diffrent.