I have had my Streak 7 for a couple of months now, and yesterday the screen went off only on the right hand side for a few seconds and came right back on.
Now today I have a faint line right up the middle of the screen, and it is visible no matter what is displayed.
It is noticeable, but faint, and the device can be used still without issue. I wonder if I should have Dell replace the Streak now, or should I wait a while before calling them on the warranty?
Yep, happened to me and I had to return it. Basically, it goes away after it is on for a while, but when coming from a coal soak start, it's there... if you'll look carefully, every other row of pixels is off.
Did you by chance knock it or drop it a little?
I didn't knock it or drop it at all. At least that I know of.
Did Dell give you any trouble sending a replacement?
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No real hassle, although they had never heard of the issue. Mine occured after about a 4 inch drop to my desk.
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I just picked up a Streak 7 during the Staples $100 off deal. I just recently had an opportunity to open it up and take a look. The first thing I noticed right away, is the unit has some screen separation on the upper left corner.
My question is this: Has screen separation been an issue for anyone or is this just a fluke? A quick search of the forums didn't yield much.
Wow, I'd take that back in a heart beat...I've never heard someone with a Streak have that problem. I have seen it on cheaper tablets.
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Wow, I'd take that back in a heart beat...I've never heard someone with a Streak have that problem. I have seen it on cheaper tablets.
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I agree, take it back.
That's obviously and horrendously defective. I've never seen that issue on another S7. Take it back.
I was able to get the tablet replaced with a new one (with a good screen this time!)
Thanks for the info!
There are many methods suggested by various members to fix the glass separation issue. Just curious what your experiences are.
AFAIK, we have at least 3 threads on how to fix this issue but no poll yet. I thought an empirical results would benefit the new owners looking for the most effective fix.
Several other fixes failed to include:
1. heat/clamp (similar to super glue method sans gluing)
2. nexus 7 case
There isn't an option for .
I don't have a screen separation problem.
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There isn't an option for .
I don't have a screen separation problem.
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this.
and "i have separation but it doesn't bother me so I haven't attempted any fix"
i'm in amost the option "quit and learn to live with"
Washer fix, still not 100% but doesn't bug me.
Washer fix was 100% for me. It required 3 washers over 2 screws. Been solid ever since. Looks straight when looking across the glass and no more little bulge on the frame. Very happy.
If I ever have to RMA it for some other reason, I do expect my other one to be fixed. I don't want to manually fix the screen every time there is a problem.
Superglue (special for plasric and glass) did the trick for me... 2weeks perfectly fixed
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Does the superglue trick void warranty? In other words, is it detectable at all by Google if I ever send it in and they decide to look?
I used the one found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=29741494&postcount=3
Simply heating it by watching video, putting a clamp on the side to hold the screen in place, let it stay warm for a few hours, then unplug it, turn it off, and leave it overnight. Screen hasn't raised again the past two days. It's not a screws issue -- the fact that you can push the screen back into place makes that pretty clear. It seems to just be an adhesive problem. I'd recommend giving it a try for sure.
Weighing down the left side of the screen and warming it up. Re-sealed the glue I think
I decided to check as many as I could until I found one without it.. all in all I opened 9, the 9th had no screen lift. So I went with the, "I'll get what I paid for method." It took a few days and 4 stores but I'm happy having a nexus as it should be, with no flickers and no screws loose.
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Non. They only made the screen worse.
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I tried tightening/ loosening the screws and leaving weight on it overnight, neither worked. I ended up exchanging the one that had lift for another one, then that one ended up having dust under the screen so after taking that one back (both C7's) I took the refund, and now have to wait for them to get more stock in. The glue method some are suggesting is just nuts, no way should I have to do that to something brand new out of the box. Honestly might not even bother trying to find another one.
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Does the superglue trick void warranty? In other words, is it detectable at all by Google if I ever send it in and they decide to look?
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I did the super glue thing and there's no visible trace externally or internally.
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glued it
I did the glue fix with 5 minute epoxy. Its now perfect for a week so far. By the way, my Nexus 7 was great except for the lifting screen issue on the left side so I didn't want to exchange it. 5 minutes of my time is all it took and I've been happy.
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I did the glue fix with 5 minute epoxy. Its now perfect for a week so far. By the way, my Nexus 7 was great except for the lifting screen issue on the left side so I didn't want to exchange it. 5 minutes of my time is all it took and I've been happy.
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5 minute epoxy is great stuff! I only have minor screen lift, to the point where I never would have noticed it if people weren't always talking about it. If my screen lift ever gets worse I will be using some epoxy on mine as well, but for now, I'm just going to enjoy my N7
Same here. Left a couple of books on it overnight. All fixed, three days now
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I tried the heating method. It was good for 2 weeks ago but the screen creaking has returned.
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I decided to simply accept a minor amount of screen lift as a mere quirk of the device, and compared it to other issues that matter far more to me--such as the dingy yellow tint and dead pixels. Now that I got a (6th) unit without either of those issues, I'm going to keep it even though there's a bit of screen lift.
As far as I see this, the only true/permanent fix is to re-glue the screen. I've fixed two now with 5-min epoxy and they're perfect.
If "by Super glue" you mean CA (especially thin) I'd highly avoid that if you don't want to make a mess, it's way to aggressive and fast curing.
5-min epoxy gives you plenty of time to wipe off any excess and clamp the screen to the frame.
People are generally much more prone to complain when their purchase has some issues, while those who have perfect devices are unlikely to post their experiences. To balance that out, I decided to make this post.
My N7 had a very slight screen lift, and I thought I'll just keep it just in case my replacement unit is worse than my current one. After about 3 weeks, I decided to exchange my device, hoping there will be less production issues. Boy am I happy with that decision. Aside from the screen lift, the buttons on the right side always bothered me because it felt too recessed (hard to press). I thought it was just how the device was designed so I never thought much about it. The buttons on my new unit feels just perfect. Very snappy, easy to press, but not too sensitive. Oh, and no screen lift on the new device.
I really feel bad for those who have exchanged their device more than once or twice.
Expecting my first replacement tomorrow death pixels.
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I also got one of these, my roommate did to, both the 16gb models and have had no issues at all...
I just got mine about 3 hours ago and so far it's perfect. It's the 16 gigabyte version and the serial number starts with C 70
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I hate saying this but I bought 2 Nexus 7 to swap out parts and make one perfect one. They both had different issues like screen lift, hard to press buttons and missing screws.
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The right side of my screen is a lot warmer looking than the left, and it drives me crazy when there's a white background such as a webpage or book.
I missed the Staples return window so I suppose I need to call Asus, just kind of dreading talking to them.
I've considered keeping it but I know I'd be a lot happier if the screen was consistent. (Whites look a lot whiter on the left half of the screen)
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The right side of my screen is a lot warmer looking than the left, and it drives me crazy when there's a white background such as a webpage or book.
I missed the Staples return window so I suppose I need to call Asus, just kind of dreading talking to them.
I've considered keeping it but I know I'd be a lot happier if the screen was consistent. (Whites look a lot whiter on the left half of the screen)
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You should hold off calling Asus. I think that problem should fixs itself in time.
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One sad day last week, a friend dropped his Galaxy and cracked the screen . When plugged in or powered on, the soft touch-keys at the bottom do light up and I can press them (they go dark as I press them, then light back up as they normally would).
I'm OK with paying $80 for a replacement screen/digitizer on ebay, as long as I know that will fix my phone. I'm worried that something else may be wrong internally?
Is there any way to check the functionality of the phone (perhaps through ADB?) or something I can do without having the screen turn on to prove that this phone will still work once I buy a new screen?
Thanks !
Very unlikely after a drop that's cracked the screen that there is more damage than just the screen.
It'll be alright... <---- famous last words lol
As long as it was just a gravity drop from a few feet.
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You can only watch to see if something's broken. Replace the screen, and if there's another problem, you will notice. But i don't think there are other hardware problems, either.
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Luckily, I found one on Kijiji with a broken charger port for $40. Only took a few minutes to strip it for the screen and fire up the old phone, no problem
My initial Nexus 4 has a small hole in the centre of the backlight through which light escapes when viewed from any sort of angle. It's quite distracting, so I've elected to send it back. I've only seen one other user with this defect.
Half the threads on this forum are about problems people are having, and each seems to have a respectable number of vocal sufferers. But people come here because they have these problems, and it's tough to determine how the average customer is making out.
I'm mostly curious because I have no idea what to expect of the replacement I receive. Glue blotches? Who knows.
I wonder what the actual % is. Poll up top for those interested.
I have the speaker problem but i can not hear it. My buddy's N4 has it has well. He said he thinks his is worst on his phone. Because i can not hear it i do not think there is a problem. Over all i have been very happy with the phone. I can't wait for Franco to get his so we can get some better kernels.
These results will always be obscured. People that don't have a reason to complain usually won't make a thread saying" hey got my phone today, works as expected"
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I'm the only person I've seen posting with my defect -- the camera LED doesn't work, no flash, no flashlight. I'm obviously getting a replacement, shipped today.
Mine has a yellow tint on the bottom half of the screen. Replacement was shipped out today
My Nexus 4 locks up in deep sleep (while charging usually). In order to restart the phone, I have to hit Power + Vol Down which shows me the charging animation, afterwhich I can hit power to start the phone. I've already wiped the phone and flashed the stock 4.2 image from Google, and uninstalled any applications known to be incompatible. Seems to be a hardware issue so I requested an RMA.
Mine acted odd but, sometimes when I have a notification, I can't wake the device's screen forcing me to do a power cycle.
To the guy above me, to reset the device all you need to hold is the power button...
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Mine acted odd but, sometimes when I have a notification, I can't wake the device's screen forcing me to do a power cycle.
To the guy above me, to reset the device all you need to hold is the power button...
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Had a speck of dust stuck between the screen and the display. It was super annoying at first because there was a glue "halo" around it, which dried up and it ended up looking like a huge dead pixel.
Replacement arrived fine, but I have had a problem with both phones rebooting constantly when pushing them. It's starting to really piss me off.
Anyone else notice the vibration function is off sometimes. At time its feels great like it should, but other times it feels a little too strong, like it's a little loose.
Overall I'm really happy with the phone; everything is perfect.
I have the yellow spots on my screen. They seem to get worse over time. My replacement shipped today though. I'm really hoping it doesn't have any issues.
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Anyone else notice the vibration function is off sometimes. At time its feels great like it should, but other times it feels a little too strong, like it's a little loose.
Overall I'm really happy with the phone; everything is perfect.
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I've also experienced this. It seems like a software issue though.
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I think I have a similar problem. Somewhere in the middle of the screen there's a really small, slightly distorted little spot that's brighter than everywhere else. It bugs me whenever I see it, I was contemplating sending it in.
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I think I have a similar problem. Somewhere in the middle of the screen there's a really small, slightly distorted little spot that's brighter than everywhere else. It bugs me whenever I see it, I was contemplating sending it in.[/QUOTE
That's most likely backlight bleed.
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richdswoot said:
I think I have a similar problem. Somewhere in the middle of the screen there's a really small, slightly distorted little spot that's brighter than everywhere else. It bugs me whenever I see it, I was contemplating sending it in.[/QUOTE
That's most likely backlight bleed.
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The reason I haven't sent it in yet is because I'll probably just be trading one defect for another. It'll come back with the speaker hiss or yellow screen.
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The reason I haven't sent it in yet is because I'll probably just be trading one defect for another. It'll come back with the speaker hiss or yellow screen.
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Not everyone has issues with their Nexus, these are also most likely going to be from a different batch. I don't they could be ant worse than our current devices.
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When you come to a forum about hardware you will have a high rate of people who have faults, that is natural as people come to ask. You can only find out for yourself and luckily the consumer is protected by law for the first 30 days or whatever they have to decide they aren't happy with it.
The build quality does look quite shocking though.
Hope they don't pass all the replacement directly to LG like what they did on Galaxy Nexus after receiving too many replacement call.
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When you come to a forum about hardware you will have a high rate of people who have faults, that is natural as people come to ask. You can only find out for yourself and luckily the consumer is protected by law for the first 30 days or whatever they have to decide they aren't happy with it.
The build quality does look quite shocking though.
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I'm hoping they'll have a recall. I love my Nexus 4, but I'm not sure if I'll be able to deal with all these hardware issues.
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Had a speck of dust stuck between the screen and the display. It was super annoying at first because there was a glue "halo" around it, which dried up and it ended up looking like a huge dead pixel.
Replacement arrived fine, but I have had a problem with both phones rebooting constantly when pushing them. It's starting to really piss me off.
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What do you mean "when pushing them"?
I have a thin vertical blinking line to the of my screen it strechches the entire length of the screen.its noticible on any color background but white seems the worst as the line appears pink.I called Google today they should be sending a replacement this week.its ashamed other then the line the phone seems flawless but a line down the entire screen isn't something I can overlook
I am just now getting screen banding, obviously a defect. kinda frustrating..