Broken Standby button - PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General

I remembered that I had left my XDA IIi in my friend's car as I was leaving, so I asked him if he could open his car and pass it to me. Before my eyes he makes this huge fumble, like a bar of soap in his hands, and it comes crashing to the concrete floor!! :shock: :x
Apart from a few scuffs and scratches it seemed ok, until I tried to use the standby button. There was no click to it, and it only works now and again if I press it in the right place with enough force.
So I dismantled it to take a further look, and I can clearly see that the micro switch is broken.
Has anyone attempted to unsolder one of these? Looks a little too dodgy to me with the multi-layered board. As I don't use the 'tape recorder' button, I could swap it for that one if it was possible.
Such a shame for such small damage. Any ideas what I should do?
tia

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[Q] Stylus Problem - PLEASE HELP...

Hi,
When I pull my stylus - nothing happens... doesn't turn on or unlock device.
or during a call opens "notes".
Everything is Checked - it should do it, but it won't...
Any Ideas ???
Thanks
Take out the stylus, then remove the rear panel from your diamond. Look to see if the tiny magnet strip has become dislodged. This happened to mine after I'd had it just two days... it made it difficult to insert the stylus, and it just felt all wrong, because the strip had stuck itself in an awkward position. It also wouldn't recognize when the stylus was withdrawn.
I very nearly returned my diamond under warranty, until I looked closely at the stylus aperture and noticed this issue. I fixed it with a tiny spot of super glue on the magnetic strip and deft use of some plastic tweezers... saved days of re-programming a replacement.
Mr. Orange owes me a beer I reckon ;-)
Thanks for the reply...
The magnetic strip is there... I feel the magnet working...
but the diamond doesn't recognize when its in or out...
Anyone ?? Help - is it hardware or software ????
also a problem with the magnet strip
I own my diamond now for three weeks and something went wrong with the magnetstrip..it looks like it is still inplace but the magnetic force is stronger on the outside of the phone then on the inside (where its supposed to be) I'm trying to move te strip in the right position. but is not working.(seems like te strip is in the correct position)
It just happened. Really annoying..The phone goes on when I remove the stylus. (and the stylus is holding , but I don't get "the magnetic snap anymore"
Itay Shekel said:
Hi,
When I pull my stylus - nothing happens... doesn't turn on or unlock device.
or during a call opens "notes".
Everything is Checked - it should do it, but it won't...
Any Ideas ???
Thanks
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shalom! go to:
settings/personal/phone/advanced (tab)/"when a call is connecting, open the Notes application when stylus is pulled out"
also in the diamond's manual

Tilt Screen Problem- HELP Please!!!

Hi guys, i'm a big fan of this site, and I'm glad Im part of it since i can use you guy's great roms and tricks. But I have a big problem with my tilt now and I wanted to see if some of you could help me with it. I bought my tilt from a friend with a broken screen, i bought and replaced the screen myself, but after a day or two, the backlight for the screen wouldn't work. The only working solution i found was by squeezing the phone and pressing on the lower left corner above the green call button so the screen wouldnt turn on while i pressed it. I decided to open it, and i put a piece of paper above the connection of the screen and the flex, and this worked for a while. But ever since, i always have to keep putting in new pieces paper or plastic to keep pressure on the connection for the lcd, i was wondering if you guys would happen to know what the possible cause is. And it is hard because when i put those pieces of papers, the call button on the front has so much pressure that it is permanently pressed. I dont know what to do now, i don't know if i should just give up trying to fix my tilt or to just buy a new one. Hope someone can help me thank you.
damn...41 views and no replies....im guessing i should start looking for a new phone
A thorough clean needed
How about carefully cleaning the flex and connector using contact cleaner? If a connection surface isn't perfectly clean, often pressure is needed to push the terminals through the tiny film of grease (eg from fingerprints).
I'd say you bought a bad quality LCD that has a wacky contact inside the module...
im going to buy contact cleaner..if that doesnt work then it's probably a bad lcd like u guys said even though i paid 100 dollars for it ...thank you very much for the replies
ReYCangri said:
Hi guys, i'm a big fan of this site, and I'm glad Im part of it since i can use you guy's great roms and tricks. But I have a big problem with my tilt now and I wanted to see if some of you could help me with it. I bought my tilt from a friend with a broken screen, i bought and replaced the screen myself, but after a day or two, the backlight for the screen wouldn't work. The only working solution i found was by squeezing the phone and pressing on the lower left corner above the green call button so the screen wouldnt turn on while i pressed it. I decided to open it, and i put a piece of paper above the connection of the screen and the flex, and this worked for a while. But ever since, i always have to keep putting in new pieces paper or plastic to keep pressure on the connection for the lcd, i was wondering if you guys would happen to know what the possible cause is. And it is hard because when i put those pieces of papers, the call button on the front has so much pressure that it is permanently pressed. I dont know what to do now, i don't know if i should just give up trying to fix my tilt or to just buy a new one. Hope someone can help me thank you.
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While replacing the screen you might've shorted something which would then only allow certain function by appling abnormal pressure.

Hardware problem (buttons), please help.

over the past few weeks some of the buttons (namely left soft key, up and left) have stopped working, i've tried numerous roms just incase but it's definatley a hardware issue, now, i've dismanted the phone using the diamantos guide to see if anything jumps out at me, gave the phone a damn good cleaning whilst i had the chance, put it back together....but nothing, everything seems to be in order, all components in their rightful place but i still cant work it out, does anyone know if this is a common problem or if theres a fix as i've been unsuccessful in my searches.
actually, i just found the solution and it worked a treat, thanks anyway people.
btw, if anyone would like to know what i did then i'll be more than happy to share the solution.
Hi godofwap,
I have the same problem with a trinity I bought used. Tried to stick some papers under the buttons but that didn`t help so I`m very curious how You managed to get them working again. Hope You find the time to write a short notice.
Have some fine days,
FlyBy_1
ok, no problem, heres what i did.
before you start please be aware that this is a very delicate procedure and you should take care as this may naff up your beloved trinity.
ok, i first disassembled my trinity using the dimantos guide located here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=311463,
now, when you get to the keyboard / button pcb take it out if, you look closely you'll notice theres a thin adhesive plastic cover covering the metalic buttons, very very carefull peel this back (i used a sharp knife to get to it), making sure not to completely remove it, try to only expose the underneath of the buttons in question, you'll see that the buttons come away with the plasic leaving the underneath exposed, now, using a cotton bud and some lightly applied alcohol clean the contacts then when all is done, replace the plastic and make sure its firmly pressed back down you may notice it making a different, kind of sharper clicking noise when depressed than before meaning its worked, repeat for all buttons.
i think whats going on here is the gum or glue from the plastic film has "leaked" if you will, onto the plates meaning theres no contact from the buttons, this would also account for the very slight change in sound when you now press the button.
i found this info here http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-289737.html
Nice find mate; sounds like a solution for my problem cause when I got my phone the first I had to do was to disassemble and clean the heck outta it, there was dust everywhere as if the old owner had laid it on the moon for a week. But who thought the buttons are actually separatable... strange technique.
Thanks for the hint, at least now I´ve got something to do over the holidays at my parents-in-law
Once again thanks for Your hint.
The problem with mine was actually not dust and stuff between the two halves but too much pressure by the former owner.
After I had separated the plastic film from the board I saw that there were very deep dents where the pick of the metal discs had pushed the soft pcb material down. So I cleaned them anyway and then reapplied the film with an offset of just a fraction of a millimetre so they make perfect contact with the pcb again.
Every single button again works perfectly now

ZUK Z1 - Hardware button light intensity

Hey all
After reading this forum for ages I took the plunge on a Z1, and am not disappointed!
I had one question, if anyone is able to help.
The hardware buttons light up with a nice white LED.
However, the one on the left (select open apps) is much, much brighter than the one on the right (back).
In fact, it's almost as if the right hand one doesn't work at all.
Is this the same as everyone else's phone, or does mine have a defect?
Many thanks to anyone that can compare theirs.
Uri
P.S: I have the grey one with the black front, which may make this more noticeable.
Uri
someoneelse999 said:
Hey all
After reading this forum for ages I took the plunge on a Z1, and am not disappointed!
I had one question, if anyone is able to help.
The hardware buttons light up with a nice white LED.
However, the one on the left (select open apps) is much, much brighter than the one on the right (back).
In fact, it's almost as if the right hand one doesn't work at all.
Is this the same as everyone else's phone, or does mine have a defect?
Many thanks to anyone that can compare theirs.
Uri
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Is a hardware issue, I think.
My 2 buttons has the same light intensity and is a good intensity.
In my previous prone, a OnePlus One, I have suffered this issue: the back button had a lower light intensity compared to the other buttons.
bartito said:
Is a hardware issue, I think.
My 2 buttons has the same light intensity and is a good intensity.
In my previous prone, a OnePlus One, I have suffered this issue: the back button had a lower light intensity compared to the other buttons.
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Thanks very much for the quick reply
To be honest, everything else about the phone is perfect (screen, fingerprint scanner, buttons don't wobble, etc), so for the first time in my life I might just live with "almost-perfect".
I had too many issues with iPhones and am worried if I swap it out, then the replacement will have some other defect like screen bleed, etc, etc.
Uri
someoneelse999 said:
Thanks very much for the quick reply
To be honest, everything else about the phone is perfect (screen, fingerprint scanner, buttons don't wobble, etc), so for the first time in my life I might just live with "almost-perfect".
I had too many issues with iPhones and am worried if I swap it out, then the replacement will have some other defect like screen bleed, etc, etc.
Uri
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If you can live with this issue: Don't return it!
I also haven't returned my OPO. Is a small detect I think
Easy to fix
I had this issue too, but it is easy to fix. When you open your phone backcover, you only have to remove the speaker and reposition the led. The led is loose in a cable and so you can reposition it until the buttons have the same intensity and fix it with some glue.
On my phone the intensity is now exactly the same and i only needed half an hour for it.
When you remove the backcover warm it up a bit and use a sucker to avoid scratches in the frame.
Well I can confirm that I have the same issue on my white Zuk! But it's not very noticeable so i'm keeping it like it is!
microdoof said:
I had this issue too, but it is easy to fix. When you open your phone backcover, you only have to remove the speaker and reposition the led. The led is loose in a cable and so you can reposition it until the buttons have the same intensity and fix it with some glue.
On my phone the intensity is now exactly the same and i only needed half an hour for it.
When you remove the backcover warm it up a bit and use a sucker to avoid scratches in the frame.
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Don't seems too easy to remove the Zuk Z1 backcover if you don't are McGiver
bartito said:
Don't seems too easy to remove the Zuk Z1 backcover if you don't are McGiver
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Wasn't very hard to remove, i didn't brake any clips. Use a sucker and as soon as you see a little gap, use a plastic pick or your fingernails to gently pull up the backcover.
After i opened it i removed the tape from the phone and the backcover. After the work is done you can simply close the Backcover without tape or something. I didn't use tape and had no gaps afterwards.
microdoof said:
Wasn't very hard to remove, i didn't brake any clips. Use a sucker and as soon as you see a little gap, use a plastic pick or your fingernails to gently pull up the backcover.
After i opened it i removed the tape from the phone and the backcover. After the work is done you can simply close the Backcover without tape or something. I didn't use tape and had no gaps afterwards.
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I just tried that; broke some pins immediately, they seem to be of very soft plastic... So i would recommend others not to do it
othe01 said:
I just tried that; broke some pins immediately, they seem to be of very soft plastic... So i would recommend others not to do it
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I supposed...
microdoof said:
Wasn't very hard to remove, i didn't brake any clips. Use a sucker and as soon as you see a little gap, use a plastic pick or your fingernails to gently pull up the backcover.
After i opened it i removed the tape from the phone and the backcover. After the work is done you can simply close the Backcover without tape or something. I didn't use tape and had no gaps afterwards.
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Hi guys, even I have noticed the same, the back button light is dimmer than task button. Can somebody suggest if I should get it replaced?
aniketsabarad said:
Hi guys, even I have noticed the same, the back button light is dimmer than task button. Can somebody suggest if I should get it replaced?
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Same for me. back button light intensity is very low compared to menu button. Its not a big issue. My friend also having same issue. you may get same problem in that replacement unit also. So,better keep as it is.
@arunpkrt and @aniketsabarad If you don't mind there is also an option inside the Zuk Z1 lights configuration to switch off this little ugly menu LED and back LED. The function itself stays active and the touch area is large enough to hit the sensitive zone blinded easily .
arunpkrt said:
Same for me. back button light intensity is very low compared to menu button. Its not a big issue. My friend also having same issue. you may get same problem in that replacement unit also. So,better keep as it is.
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You guys are right. I faced this problem initially. The phone was perfect, I set it up nicely and was using it. But after a day or two this back button led issue started frustrating me. I applied for a replacement and was surprised to see that even the replacement unit had same issue. So really no point getting it replaced. If it really bothers, you can take the risk to open up the back case as other members suggested.
I also have the same issue but its not important because im using onscreen keyboard.
Overall is perfect but one thing is missing. We still dont have marshmallow to enjoy before Android N release.
Edit: Happy 500th post to me! God Bless!
I don't have the issue, but if ever I had it, it won't matter as I disabled the hardware buttons once I started using mine. 5.5" is too much of a screen and the 3 on screen buttons don't take up that much space. I am much worried about pressing the hard home button because I read from some users that it failed after 2 or three months of using the phone. I only use it for finger print. No need to press it. Double tap to wake, double tap to sleep. No hard buttons to wear.
bluestricker_21 said:
I also have the same issue but its not important because im using onscreen keyboard.
Overall is perfect but one thing is missing. We still dont have marshmallow to enjoy before Android N release.
Edit: Happy 500th post to me! God Bless!
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Mine has the same problem, if I where you I would just keep it that way and don't go to all the trouble to send it back.
You can also Disable the lights thats what I did

Question Replace volume button

Hi, I dropped my phone by accident and unfortunately, it fell on the volume key which is now bend in the middle and stuck pushing vol up.
I can push volume down but the key is stuck with volume up and the phone would do that at random. For example, at some point during a call it would go to maximum volume automatically, which is super annoying.
Does anyone have experience with replacing hardware parts of the Zenfone 8? I watched this tear down video , it looks kind of easy to disassemble. However I am not sure if I can reach the volume key without removing the main board. Also, not sure if will be water proof after reassembling (guess not, but no problem).
Any tips? Thanks everyone!
I tried searching a bit but couldn't find any Zenfone 8 buttons (though maybe buttons from other phones could work). What I found instead is a complete frame that does come with the buttons attached to it, so you could either transfer the whole phone internals to it, or try removing the button to put inside your original casing. (I think the second option would be easier since the battery is glued down pretty solidly)
Anyways, here is the link: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003661617745.html
I think it will not be water proof after you open it, so you should also consider getting a new seal. (Consider that I have never openned my zf8 lol so I am not pro). But from what it looks like, it will most likely be easier and safer for the board to remove it before playing on the side and risking slipping and scratching the pcb
EDIT: I found the specific volume key on asus-accessories.com for 12$!!
Thanks for your help! I already found and ordered the spare part on https://www.fixshop-online.de/ I hope that 24 Euros are not wasted.
Hopefully, the whole open and repair process will not be too difficult.
DerSteppo said:
found and ordered the spare part
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I would be very interested in the results. Most importantly, if the spare part is a good quality replacement. Also I would be interested in how easy or hard such a replacement is. I looked into many of the teardown videos before buying the device, but those are usually from super-experienced pros with all the fancy tools. I would be interested in a first-hand report, even if it's short.
I will keep you updated. A friend sent some special adhesive tape but it hasn't arrived, so I didn't start disassembling.
The spare part, however, seems to be not available. I received an email that they don't have it. So I wait a little, maybe they can order it, but if it will not arrive end of April, I will just try to fix the bent old one.
@amenthes
I managed to open the phone with a hairdryer. I probably should have applied more heat, but I was hesitant because I did not want to destroy something, so it was a little bit harder to remove the back cover with a plectrum-like tool. Around the rim of the cover is a black adhesive tape, which I completely removed without any traces.
Unfortunately, I received another email that the spare part was not available, so I (not wanting to wait for a month or longer) cancelled the order eventually. Problem was, the volume button is somehow fixed to the case and I could not reach it properly. I managed to push it back a little bit, but could not remove it for replacement. During the process, I damaged the lower volume contact (as I wrote, the part is hard to reach) unfortunately. So now the volume down button does not work at all. However, the volume up button now does not get triggered automatically anymore. So I just push vol+ and lower the volume on the screen or via bluetooth headset. Works for me, as long as it doesn't go max. volume all of a sudden anymore.
A friend gave me some double sided adhesive tape which came with his replacement battery and I cut it with a razor blade to fit the back cover. It does not go all the way around, but I don't want to take the phone into water anyways. Besides, it looks just as it has never been opened. No gap at all, so the opening and closing parts are fairly easy.
All in all, it has been an experience. I will keep the phone despite the broken button, because for me it is still one of the best phones available at the moment.
Thank you for reporting back
@amenthes
Hi, it's been a while but I finally managed to replace the button!
I found a spare part on AliExpress. Not only was it much cheaper than on the other website, it is the whole middle frame instead of the button only. Delivery was expected end of June, however it arrived today (yeah!).
I used a razor blade and a thin needle as lever to remove the new button from the frame, since there seems to be no way from the inside without making things too complicated.
To remove the old button from the phone, which was bent and messed up (I tried to rip it off with a needle-nose pliers, but it did not work and it left some ugly marks), I used a sharp knife instead. I got inspired by this teardown video of another phone which unfortunately I don't remember. In the video, the guy used the knife like he would peel an orange. Like you would try to cut the button from the top edge. If enough pressure is applied you can pull the button out.
Eventually, I inserted the new button and pushed it a few times from different angles and now it feels almost as new. There is a nice click and pressure point. So I consider this a win.
At the end of the day, I did not even have to open the back of the phone with this method, but I learned a few things, which is nice, and, you know, you never know. Also, it gave me some confidence in my technical skills.
DerSteppo said:
@amenthes
I managed to open the phone with a hairdryer. I probably should have applied more heat, but I was hesitant because I did not want to destroy something, so it was a little bit harder to remove the back cover with a plectrum-like tool. Around the rim of the cover is a black adhesive tape, which I completely removed without any traces.
Unfortunately, I received another email that the spare part was not available, so I (not wanting to wait for a month or longer) cancelled the order eventually. Problem was, the volume button is somehow fixed to the case and I could not reach it properly. I managed to push it back a little bit, but could not remove it for replacement. During the process, I damaged the lower volume contact (as I wrote, the part is hard to reach) unfortunately. So now the volume down button does not work at all. However, the volume up button now does not get triggered automatically anymore. So I just push vol+ and lower the volume on the screen or via bluetooth headset. Works for me, as long as it doesn't go max. volume all of a sudden anymore.
A friend gave me some double sided adhesive tape which came with his replacement battery and I cut it with a razor blade to fit the back cover. It does not go all the way around, but I don't want to take the phone into water anyways. Besides, it looks just as it has never been opened. No gap at all, so the opening and closing parts are fairly easy.
All in all, it has been an experience. I will keep the phone despite the broken button, because for me it is still one of the best phones available at the moment.
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Thanks for sharing your experience. Do you think the waterproofing was tempered by the repair ?
DerSteppo said:
@amenthes
Hi, it's been a while but I finally managed to replace the button!
I found a spare part on AliExpress. Not only was it much cheaper than on the other website, it is the whole middle frame instead of the button only. Delivery was expected end of June, however it arrived today (yeah!).
I used a razor blade and a thin needle as lever to remove the new button from the frame, since there seems to be no way from the inside without making things too complicated.
To remove the old button from the phone, which was bent and messed up (I tried to rip it off with a needle-nose pliers, but it did not work and it left some ugly marks), I used a sharp knife instead. I got inspired by this teardown video of another phone which unfortunately I don't remember. In the video, the guy used the knife like he would peel an orange. Like you would try to cut the button from the top edge. If enough pressure is applied you can pull the button out.
Eventually, I inserted the new button and pushed it a few times from different angles and now it feels almost as new. There is a nice click and pressure point. So I consider this a win.
At the end of the day, I did not even have to open the back of the phone with this method, but I learned a few things, which is nice, and, you know, you never know. Also, it gave me some confidence in my technical skills.
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Thanks for sharing your experience. Do you think the waterproofing was tempered by the repair?
maxime78 said:
Thanks for sharing your experience. Do you think the waterproofing was tempered by the repair?
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Probably yes, because I used adhesive tape and cut it myself along the back rim and it is not in one piece going all around. However, the cover sits very tight and you wouldn't even recognize that the phone was ever opened. I don't really mind because I use a silicon phone case anyway and I don't intend to take the phone underwater.
You can buy the original battery cover adhesive spare part here: https://www.asusparts.eu/en/asus-13040-01431000 but I did not want to spend more money and my solution works for me.
DerSteppo said:
@amenthes
Hi, it's been a while but I finally managed to replace the button!
I found a spare part on AliExpress. Not only was it much cheaper than on the other website, it is the whole middle frame instead of the button only. Delivery was expected end of June, however it arrived today (yeah!).
I used a razor blade and a thin needle as lever to remove the new button from the frame, since there seems to be no way from the inside without making things too complicated.
To remove the old button from the phone, which was bent and messed up (I tried to rip it off with a needle-nose pliers, but it did not work and it left some ugly marks), I used a sharp knife instead. I got inspired by this teardown video of another phone which unfortunately I don't remember. In the video, the guy used the knife like he would peel an orange. Like you would try to cut the button from the top edge. If enough pressure is applied you can pull the button out.
Eventually, I inserted the new button and pushed it a few times from different angles and now it feels almost as new. There is a nice click and pressure point. So I consider this a win.
At the end of the day, I did not even have to open the back of the phone with this method, but I learned a few things, which is nice, and, you know, you never know. Also, it gave me some confidence in my technical skills.
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pulling out a device's button with a knife is like cutting ice cream with axe. You will always end up spoiling it.
Evan Roberts said:
pulling out a device's button with a knife is like cutting ice cream with axe. You will always end up spoiling it.
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That's what I thought, but it worked surprisingly well actually!
@DerSteppo
Good day, sir. You have literally saved me from feeling extremely sad and even considering taking my phone to repair shop (which I never did in my life).
My story: I was snowboarding some days ago and at one point I fell on the slope on high(ish) speed. It was okay until I took a lift and took a look at my phone. It was almost exactly the same case as yours - the volume key was bent in the middle except it was vol. down which was stuck. Luckily the phone was still usable, I could adjust the volume via sound control panel in the settings which of course felt tedious but still not the end of the world until I get home and figure something out. Unfortunately while messing with the buttons now it was turn for vol. up to be pushed and there was no way to turn the phone on because it triggered the boot mode which wont let you out I came across that very video you mentioned and was baffled at why they made it so that you literally cant get the button from the frame without surely f**king something up in the process I started feeling anxious and thankfully google showed me this thread. All in all, I took your advice with a knife and managed to pry the buttons off a little and thankfully both buttons got released from their respective contact panels. So again, thank you so much man, don't think I could figure this out by myself
One question though. Not sure yet whether to get a new button instead of now scratched and still bent one, but was there any difficulty to insert the new button into the frame? There are two little 90 deg. angled metal things on each side and I am not sure if they can affect the insertion process.
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fluXion69 said:
@DerSteppo
Good day, sir. You have literally saved me from feeling extremely sad and even considering taking my phone to repair shop (which I never did in my life).
My story: I was snowboarding some days ago and at one point I fell on the slope on high(ish) speed. It was okay until I took a lift and took a look at my phone. It was almost exactly the same case as yours - the volume key was bent in the middle except it was vol. down which was stuck. Luckily the phone was still usable, I could adjust the volume via sound control panel in the settings which of course felt tedious but still not the end of the world until I get home and figure something out. Unfortunately while messing with the buttons now it was turn for vol. up to be pushed and there was no way to turn the phone on because it triggered the boot mode which wont let you out I came across that very video you mentioned and was baffled at why they made it so that you literally cant get the button from the frame without surely f**king something up in the process I started feeling anxious and thankfully google showed me this thread. All in all, I took your advice with a knife and managed to pry the buttons off a little and thankfully both buttons got released from their respective contact panels. So again, thank you so much man, don't think I could figure this out by myself
One question though. Not sure yet whether to get a new button instead of now scratched and still bent one, but was there any difficulty to insert the new button into the frame? There are two little 90 deg. angled metal things on each side and I am not sure if they can affect the insertion process.
Asus Zenfone 8 ZS590KS - Volume Button (Obsidian Black) - 13020-06381400 Genuine Service Pack | FixShop
Replacement volume button for Asus Zenfone 8 ZS590KS. Use the button if the original button has stopped working or is damaged and needs to be replace…
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Hi, I am so happy to read I could help with my experience! Nice to see that you where able to fix it for now.
I did not have problems with inserting the new button, no. With the phone switched of, I just pushed it in and pressed a bit harder on both ends a few times. I think it "clicked" in at some point.
It is still working as new! One advice though: you might want to consider buying the original adhesive tape that is shaped to fit properly. I used just a few stripes and cut it to fit almost all the way around, but a few months ago I saw that the back cover was slightly lifted and there is a gap. The phone survived a few drops from various heights in the meantime, so I am not surprised. I am too lazy to re-apply new tape, though. It's in the rubber case anyways.
All the best!

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