[HOW TO] Replace your Motorola Droid/Milestone hardware keyboard - Motorola Droid and Milestone General

Hey guys!
I thought you might be interested in the tutorial I made about the rocket science of "how to replace this frakkin' ****ed up keyboard"...
Haven't found any useful instructions on the web so I just made a tutorial myself. I hope it will help someone in desperate need of a new piece of typing plastic.
Yeah the keyboard is not that durable for "holycrapIcan'tbelievehowmuchI'mtyping"-typers.
Enjoy!
http://www.stilbruch.at/2011/03/how-to-replacerepair-hardware-keyboard.html
Cheers

+1 for your effort and writing up a guide

good write up. but with the two different lay outs on the keys, how does the phone know what buttons are being pressed? i.e. where the d-pad is??

thanks, now i can type so much faster. and to the person with the question. the keyboard has 3 layers
the breadboard which contains 2 terminals per key,
the cap which is metal and gets pressed against the terminal, registering a letter
and the cover where there are 2 styles, one flat and the old version which was bubbled
the tutorial covers replacing the cover
the pink part contains the caps(which i tore off accidently, good thing i had an extra)

Nice tutorial. Thanks!

Beautiful guide! Love the humor in it as well.

Thanks guys, I'm glad you all like it hopefully I'll write a few other tutorials in the near future for the milestone and the Galaxy Tab.. if I break them
Yeah and watch out for the pink thingy... also ripped it nearly out ^^
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Did anyone fix the key repetition problem in Motorola Milestone/Droid?

lumiden said:
Did anyone fix the key repetition problem in Motorola Milestone/Droid?
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Try it without the rubber-keypad... just boot it and press the keys on the pink luminative-foil... If the reason was the old keypad, you should already see the difference, before installing the new replacement-pad

I would be happy to do it. Sadly, I'm from Argentina, so this part takes a month to arrive and it costs more. I was expecting someone with the same problem and more access to the spare parts would try it before I order one.

Thank you for this guide. I've done it a few days ago and now my Milestone works great again.

Thanks for the tutorial man. Been debating doing this for a long while and now I'm sure it's relatively simple I'm just looking forward to my new flat keys!
Like you, I was disappointed not to be able to find a UK QWERTY keyboard (with a £ symbol), but I don't really give much of a crap about that to be honest.
Thanks again.

my keyboard after 1.5 years of usage showing same wear and tear as yours.
is the flat-type keyboard better to type on than the bubble one? I've read that the bubble version is bettery many times before. How do you type on the keyboard?

Thanks
hey Buddy thanx for the guide. Changed my keypad n i just cant stop texting

Wow this looks great! I want to try it Thanks!

Is it much better? Just got a milestone and know what you mean about the "sucky" sound. How does the new keyboard compare, is it worth swapping over even if the old one works?

please guys do some review

Nice tutorial. Thanks!

Nice tut, I can't see how you guys are having so many issues with ur keyboards though.. I use my constantly and theres no wear or tear in mine at all looks and still functions like the day I got it... I prolly send over 500 texts a day..

how long do you have your milestone? do you have it overheating due to overclocking?

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Contact picture display fullscreen on call?

Is there a way to make the Contact picture display larger upon getting a call?
Given the format of the bar at the bottom I'm not assuming this is possible.. but I figured I'd ask.. (I've looked around and searched but no luck)
(ATT ROM)
I would also be very interested.
Pictures are way too inconspicuous.
Slide to unlock or more accurately S2U2 does this fine.
Have a look here.
This works fine.
http://www.pocketx.net/products/photocontactspro_ppc/
You can also edit the answer and end button graphics.
Unfortunately you have to pay around $30.
Other that that it is great software.
bassplaya
Lots of similar threads around but I use the s2u2 (slide 2 unlock ) which does the trick for me.
only a few annoyances such as the picture quality being bad and also the top of the picture gets cut off but its still made it a hell of a lot easier to know whos calling when driving for instance
bassplaya said:
http://www.pocketx.net/products/photocontactspro_ppc/
You can also edit the answer and end button graphics.
Unfortunately you have to pay around $30.
Other that that it is great software.
bassplaya
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They also have a version of Photo Contacts that is $20. Works great for me.
U can use S2U2 from A_C, Search the forum or look in Development & Hacking section.
wizzzard said:
Slide to unlock or more accurately S2U2 does this fine.
Have a look here.
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Wiz, HAve you used S2U2 yet? I've been browsing through that thread and it seems it's pretty hit and miss with different models? Tilt Friendly?
If you say it's a go. I'll go for it.. =P As long as you've got it working, (or know someone who has) on a Kais/Tilt..
[scared]I FINALLY got everything the way I and I'm trying to be more careful with my mods/cabs since I'm not cooking anything up yet.. [/scared]
bassplaya said:
http://www.pocketx.net/products/photocontactspro_ppc/
You can also edit the answer and end button graphics.
Unfortunately you have to pay around $30.
Other that that it is great software.
bassplaya
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Seems like a pretty good program, You like it.. How's it work with HTC Home/other cabs you've installed?
It also looks like it would be pretty beefy in size.. notice any slowdowns?
Thanks
Fiftypercentrick said:
Wiz, HAve you used S2U2 yet? I've been browsing through that thread and it seems it's pretty hit and miss with different models? Tilt Friendly?
If you say it's a go. I'll go for it.. =P As long as you've got it working, (or know someone who has) on a Kais/Tilt..
[scared]I FINALLY got everything the way I and I'm trying to be more careful with my mods/cabs since I'm not cooking anything up yet.. [/scared]
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Yes I have v.86 of S2U2 working fine on my Vario III.
I have had no issues with it. I used PocketCM to allocate the photos to contacts as it appears to allow you to use better quality photos, they are zoomed to fill the screen otherwise.

using the calc buttons as dialer buttons

Those calc buttons are so sweet on a rooted g1 could they not be "reused" for the dialer, Id even give up the letters, but they would be nice for a full replacement, I wish I new how to code, I hate writing posts like this, maybe someday... get my now 4 year old out of the house (after her older bro and sis) then retirement and then I hope to have the time
bhang said:
Those calc buttons are so sweet on a rooted g1 could they not be "reused" for the dialer, Id even give up the letters, but they would be nice for a full replacement, I wish I new how to code, I hate writing posts like this, maybe someday... get my now 4 year old out of the house (after her older bro and sis) then retirement and then I hope to have the time
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From what I've seen in trying to learn Android I think the potential is there if the source is open. I expect that both the dialer and calculator would require root to mess with so I'm out of the runnuing to look.
mine is rooted
and i know a bit o' linux if you want me to peek at anything, and there is a nand dump now if that helps
bhang

Keyboard failure after replacing lcd

I don’t want to make this story long last week I took my family to Disneyland and find out that Tytn’s are not Disney proof!! lol my screen cracked anyways. I got a new one on ebay and I followed the instructions on how to replace the screen in you tube all that went pretty good screen working like a charm!
Everything appeared to be working fine until I tried to use the keyboard half of it is not working and (qazwxectv) and I have no backlight on it.
I am wondering if I connected something wrong when I put back the phone together? I didn’t find any instructions as of how to put back your cell I just used the same video backwards .
also some of the buttons shotcuts are displaying erorrs
Any help will be highly appreciated
AGY
Any sugesstions?
if i were u i wud take it apart and re-assemble it. i possibilities of missing something are great.
and what ur looking for is..... http://mikechannon.net/PDF Manuals/HTC_Kaiser_Service_Manual.pdf
Isch- said:
if i were u i wud take it apart and re-assemble it. i possibilities of missing something are great.
and what ur looking for is..... http://mikechannon.net/PDF Manuals/HTC_Kaiser_Service_Manual.pdf
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Thanks alot I will try tio find out what the hell happened if not I may have to replace the keyboard

App to answer and end touch screen?

Is there an app for this? And does the phone have to be rooted? just seems practical on the touch screen
What do you mean, like for in-call options?
I think he doesn't want to hit the green phone button, but the screen, to answer a call, as well as ending the call w/o using the red End button.
Look there has been multiple threads on this... that and a full screen pic for the incoming calls
Yea i just saw a thread for the full screen pic but i can careless about that.. all i want it the answer and the end to be on the screen so i dont use the buttons on the phone.. used an iphone for a bit and now i keep catching myself touching the screen in frustration.. So is there something? and does it require a root? can I have a link if its not to much trouble ..the search feature here forwards u to google so its tough to use
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Yea i just saw a thread for the full screen pic but i can careless about that.. all i want it the answer and the end to be on the screen so i dont use the buttons on the phone.. used an iphone for a bit and now i keep catching myself touching the screen in frustration.. So is there something? and does it require a root? can I have a link if its not to much trouble ..the search feature here forwards u to google so its tough to use
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so, you have only ever used an iPhone? Never a phone with buttons? it's not that hard to get used to it...
No smart ass i only used it for a day while unlocking it for my gf, i found it useful and was wondering if there was an app.. is that to much? This is the only toch screen phone ive used and the silicon case doesnt let the buttons light come through so it would be perfect for me. sorry for asking. And i didnt say its hard to get used to it just seems practical to have it on screen.
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No smart ass i only used it for a day while unlocking it for my gf, i found it useful and was wondering if there was an app.. is that to much? This is the only toch screen phone ive used and the silicon case doesnt let the buttons light come through so it would be perfect for me. sorry for asking. And i didnt say its hard to get used to it just seems practical to have it on screen.
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1st I'm guessing your a kid so thats strike number 1. Strike number 2 if you've read em then you'll or should understand that NO YOU CAN'T YET. Strike 3 I really can't see any one helping you when some one asks you a question you being an ass to them. Go check on Howard Forums they are more to your liking over there and will spoon feed things to you like you want.
The Hero ROM does this for you.
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The Hero ROM does this for you.
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Thank you and the ROMs require root correct?.. and to answer the the guy with pornography on his avatar .. Im 22, I dont see how Im coming off as an ass when the guy is being a smart ass with me asking me if Ive never used a phone with buttons .. Im sorry Im not a know it all when it come to the tech stuff with these and decided to ask a question .. Would you like to talk about women? or cars? Maybe I can belittle you on that.. See now Im being an ass
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Thank you and the ROMs require root correct?.. and to answer the the guy with pornography on his avatar .. Im 22, I dont see how Im coming off as an ass when the guy is being a smart ass with me asking me if Ive never used a phone with buttons .. Im sorry Im not a know it all when it come to the tech stuff with these and decided to ask a question .. Would you like to talk about women? or cars? Maybe I can belittle you on that.. See now Im being an ass
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Don't worry about them. Your question is legitimate, and the suggestion to use the buttons on the phone was a workaround, not a resolution. These internet tough guys like to show their virtual muscles for everyone to see. Just learn to ignore them.
And yes, the ROMs require root access first. I recommend this thread if you already haven't read it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=442480
Don't worry about them. Your question is legitimate, and the suggestion to use the buttons on the phone was a workaround, not a resolution. These internet tough guys like to show their virtual muscles for everyone to see. Just learn to ignore them.
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I hate to add to this but the attitudes that some people are starting to give on this board is getting borderline annoying. To argue in this guy's defense, I searched for the same thing and got 12 pages of threads that still left me with this question.
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I hate to add to this but the attitudes that some people are starting to give on this board is getting borderline annoying. To argue in this guy's defense, I searched for the same thing and got 12 pages of threads that still left me with this question.
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i agree with the above answer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
turboyo said:
No smart ass i only used it for a day while unlocking it for my gf, i found it useful and was wondering if there was an app.. is that to much? This is the only toch screen phone ive used and the silicon case doesnt let the buttons light come through so it would be perfect for me. sorry for asking. And i didnt say its hard to get used to it just seems practical to have it on screen.
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Turbo, i apologize for coming off as an ass. Bad day and I took it out on you.
Back to topic.
I would agree with Turbo, it would be cool to have a function like this, however, when you are on your phone, your cheek rubs against the screen, (and don't tell me yours don't ever touch the screen) it would be nice to be able to have this option with an enable/disable function.
temporizer said:
Back to topic.
I would agree with Turbo, it would be cool to have a function like this, however, when you are on your phone, your cheek rubs against the screen, (and don't tell me yours don't ever touch the screen) it would be nice to be able to have this option with an enable/disable function.
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Well that WAS a problem b4 cupcake, not sure if you noticed or not but while on a call after several seconds the screen locks/sleeps, and when on a call and the Dialpad is up it requires a "Double-Tap to unlock" on screen to unlock it. Unless your chewing gum or bouncing it off your cheek it should not be a problem. You can also use Shake Awake.
Now if someone could make a app like OP wants, it would be NICE, as I been looking for something like it for a long time.
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Well that WAS a problem b4 cupcake, not sure if you noticed or not but while on a call after several seconds the screen locks/sleeps, and when on a call and the Dialpad is up it requires a "Double-Tap to unlock" on screen to unlock it. Unless your chewing gum or bouncing it off your cheek it should not be a problem. You can also use Shake Awake.
Now if someone could make a app like OP wants, it would be NICE, as I been looking for something like it for a long time.
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True, forgot about that. also if you are using a headset, it doesn't matter either...
Yes, the Hero ROM describes what you're talking about. It has a Green "ANSWER" button and a red "DECLINE" button, just like the iPhone.
Unfortunatly, an APP can't do this yet because it's all built into the version of the phone, not an application itself. If someone could port it over, that'd be great!
lukekirstein said:
Yes, the Hero ROM describes what you're talking about. It has a Green "ANSWER" button and a red "DECLINE" button, just like the iPhone.
Unfortunatly, an APP can't do this yet because it's all built into the version of the phone, not an application itself. If someone could port it over, that'd be great!
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well if im correct i dont think the hero rom is the only 1...i may be wrong but i think the HTC Magic ports that Haykuro did also had a different way to answer the phone it had the HTC dialer, its been a while since i used that rom been dealing with Hero, its a little more stable and user friendly then hero you may want to check that rom out.
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well if im correct i dont think the hero rom is the only 1...i may be wrong but i think the HTC Magic ports that Haykuro did also had a different way to answer the phone it had the HTC dialer, its been a while since i used that rom been dealing with Hero, its a little more stable and user friendly then hero you may want to check that rom out.
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i get what is being asked. i'd love to see it too, or even an option to turn on/off a function that takes the functions of the make call and end call functions right on the screen, and nice looking.
but then, i'm always ating things i have twice that do the same thing. and i cant break off the buttons... lol
jamizzal said:
well if im correct i dont think the hero rom is the only 1...i may be wrong but i think the HTC Magic ports that Haykuro did also had a different way to answer the phone it had the HTC dialer, its been a while since i used that rom been dealing with Hero, its a little more stable and user friendly then hero you may want to check that rom out.
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I used to run off of Haykuro's builds since he started making them. I haven't seen any HTC builds with an on-screen answering option like the Hero build. I know all about the HTC dialer, but there's no on-screen things that are drastically different.
Besides, the Magic and the Dream have no difference UI-wise except for the tiny extra features that Haykuro's "H" builds have offered.

[SOLVED] Completely lost on brand/make of a phone..

Hi all!
I have a looked ALL over the internet but I cannot find an answer so that's why I'm posting here.
Some months ago I've seen people with a white slide-phone. I believe its from Samsung but I'm not sure, as it's not on their site (at least, I have not found it!). I think it's a special-edition one, but I'm not sure.
Other info that might be helpfull; it's a pretty big phone, it slides, it is white (possibly in other colours too), I think it's a Samsung or possibly Nokia and it has been seen in the Netherlands (which is where I live ).
I know I'm a bit vague on this but if anyone could tell me anything at all, I'd be ever so grateful! I've tried finding a similar picture but no such luck!
Regards,
I give up. I dont know which phone it is and I think I never will
Man, that's really really vague. All you have for us to go on is: white slider.
Does it slide horizontally to reveal a qwerty keyboard? Does it slide vertically to reveal a T9 keypad? Can you tell if it has a touchscreen?
When I think of a white slider, I think of the Sony Ericsson Aino...
what made it so interesting to you?
I believe that what made it interesting to him was the white slider aspect of it...and that it may or may not have been a Samsung....maybe...
then again....
maybe not....
did he happen to mention its white sliding attributes?
telegraph0000 said:
I believe that what made it interesting to him was the white slider aspect of it...and that it may or may not have been a Samsung....maybe...
then again....
maybe not....
did he happen to mention its white sliding attributes?
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i was figuring that there would be something else that i could identify the phone with.
man, if you are going to mention that the phone with is a slider phone, you have to describe what kind of slider it is.
Do you get a qwerty keyboard or a dialpad?
Did it have a touch screen?
How big is it?
How can you not even mention these things?
Ok, first im a she
Ok, the other information is that it reveals a T9 keypad and I think it's rather big of size (maybe 0,5 cm thick, and 10 cm from top to bottom). It does not have a touchscreen but it does have a d-pad (like the buttons that goes up, down, left and right)
Why I want to know this so badly is because I might want to buy one, but I can hardly walk into a store and ask for a "white, possibly Samsung, slider-phone" so I figured I'd ask for some help here
If there's anything else you want to know, I'll see if I can remember it
@ohyeahar, no its not the Aino
Actually, I think I'll give up on it haha my Samsung U600 still works great!
Thanks for the help haha
I'll ask the first person I see with that phone, which one it is
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