So I've got an IS which is now refusing to charge properly... It charges slowly, if at all, and only if the cable is pressed inwards and downwards when plugged in. Is it worth taking it apart to try and fix it myself? I am pretty handy with a screwdriver and soldering iron but I have yet to open it up to see what the situation is.
Unfortunately, warranty repair is not an option since I am in the UK but purchased it from Hong Kong.
Any advice appreciated!
doctorsax said:
So I've got an IS which is now refusing to charge properly... It charges slowly, if at all, and only if the cable is pressed inwards and downwards when plugged in. Is it worth taking it apart to try and fix it myself? I am pretty handy with a screwdriver and soldering iron but I have yet to open it up to see what the situation is.
Unfortunately, warranty repair is not an option since I am in the UK but purchased it from Hong Kong.
Any advice appreciated!
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Don't know if this helps http://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/24084/Micro-USB+power+port+is+broken
your usb port is broken you should replace it, i also faced this issue! So please give it to the service center, if its under warranty claim it. Because the usb port board costs 6,500 Rs in India
You're gonna have to basically know how to solder a new microusb to a PCB. It's not exactly hard if you know what you are doing, but it can be a challenge if you've never done it before.
You can also buy a separate battery and a standalone HTC charger for a cheaper fix.
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kaijura said:
You're gonna have to basically know how to solder a new microusb to a PCB. It's not exactly hard if you know what you are doing, but it can be a challenge if you've never done it before.
You can also buy a separate battery and a standalone HTC charger for a cheaper fix.
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but how can you usb mount bro!? the best way is to get it fixed
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but how can you usb mount bro!? the best way is to get it fixed
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https://market.android.com/details?id=berserker.android.apps.sshdroid&hl=en
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but how can you usb mount bro!? the best way is to get it fixed
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I actually can still mount it as a USB device, but I have to keep the USB cable pressed in to do so. Otherwise it keeps unmounting and remounting.
Thanks for all the help and advice everyone, I think I'm going to take it apart and possibly have a go at re-soldering. If I manage to fix it, I'll take photos and come back with a how-to!
doctorsax said:
I actually can still mount it as a USB device, but I have to keep the USB cable pressed in to do so. Otherwise it keeps unmounting and remounting.
Thanks for all the help and advice everyone, I think I'm going to take it apart and possibly have a go at re-soldering. If I manage to fix it, I'll take photos and come back with a how-to!
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ya u are correct, but often connecting it in that position might create some hardware issues
Some pics of mine taken apart during screen repair it appears as though you can buy a new USB segment and that its attached with a cable.
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itsbeertimenow said:
Some pics of mine taken apart during screen repair it appears as though you can buy a new USB segment and that its attached with a cable.
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Very useful info! Thanks!
Have you attempted soldering the USB port yet? Just wondering because I'm in the same boat you're in...such a hassle trying to charge my phone.
kaijura said:
You're gonna have to basically know how to solder a new microusb to a PCB. It's not exactly hard if you know what you are doing, but it can be a challenge if you've never done it before.
You can also buy a separate battery and a standalone HTC charger for a cheaper fix.
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i don't agree using the separate battery to charge, because the Inc S 's back cover is too weak. If you often open the back cover, it will easily lead to damage it.
USb Cable to main board
have the same problem with microusb charger after knocking it of the side and it hiting the floor with the usb cable attached.
i see from the photos that it seems the microusb charger port is attacted to a cable.
So my silly question is the cable attached to the main board by solder of some discribtion or a clip.
Just so i know before i buy one i found on ebay
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ORIGINAL-HTC-INCREDIBLE-S-CHARGER-PORT-FLEX-CABLE-CHARGE-SYNC-DATA-REPAIR-FIX-/260931455751?pt=UK_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3cc0ba0b07
I cant solder as i have a built in tick (horrible out come if i try)
Search YouTube for "HTC incredible s screen take apart repair guide" at 2:58 you can see the reverse side of the picture I took. I think its just a pin connector but I can't tell on my incs display.
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itsbeertimenow said:
Search YouTube for "HTC incredible s screen take apart repair guide" at 2:58 you can see the reverse side of the picture I took. I think its just a pin connector but I can't tell on my incs display.
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Thank you found a HD version of that video and it looks like a push in connector to.
So ive order one and will try and fit it when itr arrives......
thanks Again
Add a photo of the reverse side just incase anyone in the future wants a look.
Yeah looks like you should be good dude. And that video is the same one I use to swap out my broken screen good details just wish I had that green tool he was using.
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I think I have joined the broken usb club too - it charges fine but plug it into Windows and it yells about a device malfunction and I can't mount SD card unless I angle the cable a certain way.
Firstly would HTC warranty cover this, or would they make me shell out some ridiculous amount?
Secondly for those who have done it, how easy is it to fit another one on? Is it a solder deal or a clip on? I viewed the video and it seems simple enough though it didn't specifically address the USB.
EDIT: My bad - i see that its a push connector attached to a ribbon so that answers my second point.
How hard is to replace the usb part if I buy it in ebay? Do I have to take the phone phone apart?
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How hard is to replace the usb part if I buy it in ebay? Do I have to take the phone phone apart?
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It's actually extremely easy to do it if you have the right tools and attitude. Just replace the whole usb unit with a new one, it's just a ribbon cable connector and you are done after that.
The steps are the same as you would do for replacing a broken screen, except you don't have to take the screen off. You just need to take the PCB/Motherboard off and you can change it, which requires barely any effort other than the right tools.
Here are some high res closeups of the micro-usb I took of mine, you get an idea.
kaijura said:
It's actually extremely easy to do it if you have the right tools and attitude. Just replace the whole usb unit with a new one, it's just a ribbon cable connector and you are done after that.
The steps are the same as you would do for replacing a broken screen, except you don't have to take the screen off. You just need to take the PCB/Motherboard off and you can change it, which requires barely any effort other than the right tools.
Here are some high res closeups of the micro-usb I took of mine, you get an idea.
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Looks very easy to me
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I've scoured this forum, but can't find a similar problem. Perhaps someone can be of assistance:
My Tilt RLoDed after 3 months. The replacement unit wouldn't place or receive calls. I'm on my third Tilt (second refurb unit), and I figured out why this one was returned too:
The USB port is "loose." I connected to the computer initially and synced, but then I heard the Windows USB disconnect sound... followed quickly by the reconnect sound. I immediately thought, "loose connection!"
Sure enough, the plug wiggles within the port. The port isn't wiggling in the phone, just the plug in the port - as if the port were slightly too big or the plug slightly too small.
Just to add a little info:
My first and second Tilts both fit the plug more snugly. Tighter. Grippier. They wiggled a little, but not nearly like this most recent one does. And of course they never disconnected and reconnected as a result.
But why? Turns out the ports are different! I hadn't sent my second one back yet, so I compared them. In the pic below, the bottom port is like my first and second Tilts (snug fit), and the top port is my third (current) Tilt with the loose connection.
Why the difference? Does anyone else have this problem?
I can't think of anything to do but order my *fourth* Tilt.
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yo bro, it's me again.
Well I have to agree with you. It looks like it's due to a change in the port. I have the second one and it's snug.
Honestly ( your gonna hate this ). But if I were you, I'd just exchange the device again. Don't settle for second best or good enough on a device whose retail price is over $550. Remember, for $550 we can buy an inexpensive laptop or a cheapy car.
Yep, I too have the lower picture as my port and it's snug with car charger and usb cable for PC.
Thanks y'all. And thanks for reminding me about the price tag.
Off to spend some QT on the phone with ATT.
Just got my replacement tilt for the "bad usb" port problem. Mine would sync
ok, but, would ONLY charge on the AC charger, not the car charger.
I noticed on your pictures that the bottom of the USB connector did the same
thing as mine did. Where the metal is formed at the bottom, has pulled open
and you can see a noticeable gap. Also on mine, you can see the right side
of the middle section of the connector it pushed down a bit.
Shove some paper is the gap, that'll stop the wiggle.
how do your tilt's port get so messed up? haha, i cant comprehend how it can get to that stage.
JEEZUS man those pictures were NSFW. I had to shield my tilt's virgin screen from those pictures.
NguyenHuu said:
how do your tilt's port get so messed up? haha, i cant comprehend how it can get to that stage.
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Well, I shouldn't feel the need to defend myself, but I do.
My first Tilt I owned for three months without a USB problem - probably looked a lot like the second picture posted by p51d007 - a good port.
The second Tilt I had is the bottom one on my post. It was shipped to me as a refurb and I had it in my possession for a whopping 48 hours. If the metal on the port was slightly separated, it was definitely like that when I got it.
The third Tilt I have is another refurb. I've had it since last Friday, and will be sending it back this Friday when they send me my fourth Tilt. It's USB plug isn't in bad condition per se, it's just a different design and way too loose.
So there it is. I take care of my stuff.
PS - Love the avatar, p51d007! You a B-52 pilot?
No, my dad was in SAC in the 50's
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PS - Love the avatar, p51d007! You a B-52 pilot?
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No, my dad was in SAC in the 50's
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Nice - my dad flew F-111's and 16's in the 80's and 90's. I think he must have been under SAC in the 111 - it was nuke-capable.
My dad was a "boomer". KC-97 refueling operator. He got out of the Air Force when the B-52's were coming online. He did get to refuel B-47's though.
Biggest plane he saw was the B-36 Peacemaker. Said when one took off, landed or flew over, it would make your teeth rattle
In post #2 the first pic is the new USB port by HTC its on the Polaris, Touch Slide and looks like the newer Kaisers, mines got the 2nd port which is the old port which is also on the Touch. THe top one does'nt break too easy
aksd said:
In post #2 the first pic is the new USB port by HTC its on the Polaris, Touch Slide and looks like the newer Kaisers, mines got the 2nd port which is the old port which is also on the Touch. THe top one does'nt break too easy
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Well I prefer the old one then. I guess I should be happy that they sent me a "newer" refurb, but even if it doesn't break as easily as the old one, the USB port is too loose, causing disconnects and reconnects.
Thanks for that info though!!!
drokkon said:
Well I prefer the old one then. I guess I should be happy that they sent me a "newer" refurb, but even if it doesn't break as easily as the old one, the USB port is too loose, causing disconnects and reconnects.
Thanks for that info though!!!
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Basically its not your USB port thats shaking but the port being too big for the mini USB plug on your charger, what you can do is add a bit of celotape as packing on the top face and bottom face of the charger plug, should sort things out.
aksd said:
Basically its not your USB port thats shaking but the port being too big for the mini USB plug on your charger, what you can do is add a bit of celotape as packing on the top face and bottom face of the charger plug, should sort things out.
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Right - that's what I meant to say. But if it's a standardized port... what's going on?
As someone so eloquently put it earlier, don't settle for "good enough" on a $500 piece of equipment. I really wouldn't want to put the tape on multiple chargers anyway, and then run into problems when I have other mini-USB devices that I can't charge with them.
*shrug*
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Right - that's what I meant to say. But if it's a standardized port... what's going on?
As someone so eloquently put it earlier, don't settle for "good enough" on a $500 piece of equipment. I really wouldn't want to put the tape on multiple chargers anyway, and then run into problems when I have other mini-USB devices that I can't charge with them.
*shrug*
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I did notice the HTC earphones fit snuggly though, no shake, my HTC charger fits ok too, but the motorola one shakes a bit. We'll I see your point, but any phone I've bought to date has required a bit of tape somewhere or the other. ANd having worked in the cellphone service industry for a bit, I see what happens behind the scenes and trust me its not pretty , I'd rather fix my phone myself rather than give it to the service center unless its a major issue. We'll thats just me
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I did notice the HTC earphones fit snuggly though, no shake, my HTC charger fits ok too, but the motorola one shakes a bit. We'll I see your point, but any phone I've bought to date has required a bit of tape somewhere or the other. ANd having worked in the cellphone service industry for a bit, I see what happens behind the scenes and trust me its not pretty , I'd rather fix my phone myself rather than give it to the service center unless its a major issue. We'll thats just me
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Well you sound much more experienced than I! Both my stock charger and stock USB plug fit loosely into this new port, and I get another phone tomorrow anyway, but I'll definitely keep that in mind.
Close-ups are amazing!
p51d007- Sorry to be off topic but I have to ask. How did you take those close-ups? They are so good. Please tell me what camera, settings, lighting you used. Thanks. And sorry for jacking the thread.
Hi all,
I totally have no appropriate place to ask this nor is it your standard device question, but does anyone know if a rubberized mini usb dust plug exists for my beloved Kaiser?
Carrying it around is already starting to build up a little dust in the ports and all ...
cliffy15 said:
Hi all,
I totally have no appropriate place to ask this nor is it your standard device question, but does anyone know if a rubberized mini usb dust plug exists for my beloved Kaiser?
Carrying it around is already starting to build up a little dust in the ports and all ...
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I'd be interested in one of these too.
The T-Mobile Wing comes with a rubber cover attached to cover the mini usb port. I've always thought it was a pain to use but now I kinna see it does help keep debis out of it.
A friend at work has the Tilt -- he accidently poked his USB port trying to soft reset and it messed up the phone. A cover or plug makes sense. I will keep my eye open for one.
zcink said:
but now I kinna see it does help keep debis out of it.
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Debris namely your stylus, which can break your USB pins easily.
Hmm...
I'm not entirely sure if this is the right product. Can someone confirm? http://www.l-com.com/item.aspx?id=8134&cmp=ALSOS
jon_k said:
Debris namely your stylus, which can break your USB pins easily.
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yes well on the Wing the soft reset is on the side of phone, not a problem.
cliffy15 said:
I'm not entirely sure if this is the right product. Can someone confirm? http://www.l-com.com/item.aspx?id=8134&cmp=ALSOS
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Yeah thats the Daddy. Nice find.
Stupid question I know, but since I'll have to import them, thought I'd make sure. Is it USB A, or B on the Kaiser?
Actually, I don't think thats it..
persiansown said:
Actually, I don't think thats it..
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Not the right one? Does that site offer the correct plug somewhere else? Isn't the Kaiser a Mini USB B?
Edit: Aah... that's it, isn't it? What we're looking for is a USB Mini B-type (5 pin) plug.
A positive confirmation is all I'll need ...
cliffy15 said:
Not the right one? Does that site offer the correct plug somewhere else? Isn't the Kaiser a Mini USB B?
Edit: Aah... that's it, isn't it? What we're looking for is a USB Mini B-type (5 pin) plug.
A positive confirmation is all I'll need ...
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Yes, it's a MINI USB.
This is a normal type B, which is the product you found.
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Type B means peripheral end, then there is the MINI connector (mini type b?) which cameras, phones, etc use. If you buy the product you found -- it'll work great for your printer as it probably has a normal type-B connector.
They've got to make mini-B type plugs somewhere. Imagine the insurance it will provide against stylus intrusion.
Fact is, mini connectors are more likely to be in the field where dust is present -- vs normal type B, which printers and scanners are. I'm sure they make them somewhere, but not sure where.
Nuts.
I tried looking for something else for a long time, yesterday with no luck. I'll keep looking and post if I find anything.
Well... I can't seem to locate a small port plug so I've resorted to looking for something like this (http://www.superufo.com/product_html/SONY_PSP_PSP_Port_Protector_Cap.html#) that I can possibly cut down to make it as small as possible.
Edit: I don't know why I'm so obsessed with this, but now I'm determined to find SOMETHING
Pictures of the various types towards the bottom.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB
Not a bad idea to have one actually, considering the reports we see here re: broken usb ports.
I have a number of dead devices here that use the same mini usb port. It would not be too difficult to create a silicone plug using one of their ports as a mold.
Just another thing to try when I'm bored I guess.
If you ever do get around to making a good mold, I'm definitely interested. I bet there are more than a few others who would be, too.
Otherwise ... after days of scouring the net, here's what I found.
I went down to the store to check out the port protectors for the PSP. The most common one I found is not a plug, but rather a cover that needs to other miscellaneous holes to pluginto. NOT suitable.
There's a port protector/silicone skin pack for the Nintendo DS. I haven't yet gotten a chance to take a closer look at it ... but it seems to be a mini usb plug. I think that should work after trimming off the secondary plug (used for a hinged mount). The cost is normally about $7.99 - $9.99 USD.
Seems like a bit of a waste to buy the whole thing for just the little plug, but aside from fabricating something new, this looks like the next best bet.
I would be very interested ion a solution for this too. I found this thread a few days ago and started looking for something. I haven't found anything either.
cliffy15 said:
There's a port protector/silicone skin pack for the Nintendo DS. I haven't yet gotten a chance to take a closer look at it ... but it seems to be a mini usb plug. I think that should work after trimming off the secondary plug (used for a hinged mount). The cost is normally about $7.99 - $9.99 USD.
Seems like a bit of a waste to buy the whole thing for just the little plug, but aside from fabricating something new, this looks like the next best bet.
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If the Nintendo DS skin pack you mentioned works out, I would be very interested too, even if what you found had to be modified. IMO even @ $10 it would be worth it.
Careful, nintendo DS does not have your everyday mini usb port. The shape is slightly different. A normal mini usb charger does not fit into the DS. Nintendo did this so they can make more money selling chargers. I hate proprietary shenanigans. Might as well be a Macintosh DS lite.
I have bought a non working display model for the tytn/til/kaiser have access to casting/molding facilities, so unless someone finds a product to meet this need, I intend on having one made fo myself.
This is going to cost me quite a bit, so I was wondering:
If we make plugs for this that work, would you guys be willing to purchase them through Ebay or something?
If so, how much would you be willing to pay?
I just want to offset some of the cost.
Or alternatively, has anyone found a plug yet? I spent a lot of time looking around and haven't found anything yet.
mrmega said:
If we make plugs for this that work, would you guys be willing to purchase them through Ebay or something?
If so, how much would you be willing to pay?
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Quality decides the worth of the item you'll be offering. I'd pay no more than $5 for a single plug, which will surely offset any cost for you x20 probably. I can only see cost of materials being a couple cents each. A quality mold, however could be hard to come by.
I just wanted to let everyone know that the usb charging port on the N7 is very, very fragile. I had my device connected with the stock cable while transferring file from my pc and it accidentally fell on the carpet. The connector bent slightly and now my port outside metal contactor is deformed. It still works like it's supposed to, but it really bugs the hell out of me.
Edit: I managed to bend the connector back to shape. See pictures below. DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!
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Damaged port
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This is how I fixed it. I needed a small tool with a smooth, rounded end.
Connect a spare USB cable. Don't risk damaging the original.
Ensure it is firmly connected and hold it straight.
Place tablet between your legs as shown.
I disconnected the USB cable for better view. Apply a small force at a 45° angle with connector plugged in and straight.
Disconnect cable and see the results. You might need to repeat this process if enough force was not applied.
Before on left, after on right
Soldier-2Point0 said:
I just wanted to let everyone know that the usb charging port on the N7 is very, very fragile. I had my device connected with the stock cable while transferring file from my pc and it accidentally fell on the carpet. The connector bent slightly and now my port outside metal contactor is deformed. It still works like it's supposed to, but it really bugs the hell out of me.
Sent from my Nexus 7 - 1.5 Ghz OC Atlantis R2
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All micro usb ports are pretty fragile.
For the very small portion that actually goes into the port, the external portion is much longer and pretty rigid. It provides lots of leverage to do damage to your port if you put a little force on it - which dropping easily can do.
you're lucky the middle connector section inside the port didn't break.
Ouch that reminds of someone's post about the docking stations that use the usb port to charge. They mentioned they would hate to damage the port, and preferred to have a dock that used the 4 pin dots instead..
I feel your pain.
I hope Asus didn't go for the cheapest mini USB port like they did for the audio DAC. This port will get a lot of use, every time you charge at least and if if fails the tablet would be useless.
bend it back to shape as best as you can.
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bend it back to shape as best as you can.
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Any recommendations?
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Soldier-2Point0 said:
I just wanted to let everyone know that the usb charging port on the N7 is very, very fragile. I had my device connected with the stock cable while transferring file from my pc and it accidentally fell on the carpet. The connector bent slightly and now my port outside metal contactor is deformed. It still works like it's supposed to, but it really bugs the hell out of me.
Sent from my Nexus 7 - 1.5 Ghz OC Atlantis R2
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I'm sorry about your damage, but I'd hardly call this fragile. I'm really starting to be amazed by people's expectations. I'm sorry to say that it you drop a small electronic device on the floor, you run a reasonable risk of some damage. In your case you add the focal point of the charger plug to direct the force of the fall entirely on the USB port. There's no USB port out there that's going to hold up to that without some kind of damage.
I would caution a bit against trying to straighten the port though. You may end up severing the connection in the process. I'd personally only attempt it if the functionality of the port is somehow reduced (like the charger doesn't stay plugged in very well.
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I'm sorry about your damage, but I'd hardly call this fragile. I'm really starting to be amazed by people's expectations. I'm sorry to say that it you drop a small electronic device on the floor, you run a reasonable risk of some damage. In your case you add the focal point of the charger plug to direct the force of the fall entirely on the USB port. There's no USB port out there that's going to hold up to that without some kind of damage.
I would caution a bit against trying to straighten the port though. You may end up severing the connection in the process. I'd personally only attempt it if the functionality of the port is somehow reduced (like the charger doesn't stay plugged in very well.
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It only fell from a height of less than 2 ft on top of plush carpet. It didn't even fall on top of the connector because it was still plugged in. I guess the sudden pull did it. I would not let young children handle it while plugged in.
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chisaki said:
I hope Asus didn't go for the cheapest mini USB port like they did for the audio DAC. This port will get a lot of use, every time you charge at least and if if fails the tablet would be useless.
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Was it even detemined as an absolute fact that the DAC was a very cheap one, or is that just what everybody assumes since a few reviews got out about sub-par audio quality when it's more than likely they were listening to poorly compressed audio tracks? There's been enough reviews swaying the other way, citing it's better than a lot of tablets out there to suggest it's not nearly as bad as some people once said.
On the topic of the USB port, it's almost inheret by design that this would be an issue. I've seen the usb ports fall out of phones already. It really comes down to how the tablet is treated when plugged in. After all, there's very little depth to a micro USB port, and the stiff end of it is long enough (as some users have already said) to create some serious leverage.
I managed to bend the USB port back to shape. I will add the pictures to this thread if anyone else wants to try and fix.
A good reminder never to drop any electronics.
It's better to be safe than sorry. Don't hold it while on the phone and while paying little attention etc. A little patience goes a long way. Thanks for the repair tip, some users will benefit from that, but be careful with how much force you put on it.
Better results might be better had with some needle nose pliers.
Seems a lot like the original Nook Color
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Ouch that reminds of someone's post about the docking stations that use the usb port to charge. They mentioned they would hate to damage the port, and preferred to have a dock that used the 4 pin dots instead..
I feel your pain.
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If we're lucky the 4 pin pogo-pin contacts on the side of the N7 are actually USB pins (VCC, D+, D-, and GND), so we can use it for both charging and USB stuff. Then we can get a dock and not have to worry about wearing out or damaging the USB port.
The Galaxy Nexus only had 3 contacts, and could only charge via the contacts.
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I'm sorry about your damage, but I'd hardly call this fragile. I'm really starting to be amazed by people's expectations. I'm sorry to say that it you drop a small electronic device on the floor, you run a reasonable risk of some damage. In your case you add the focal point of the charger plug to direct the force of the fall entirely on the USB port. There's no USB port out there that's going to hold up to that without some kind of damage.
I would caution a bit against trying to straighten the port though. You may end up severing the connection in the process. I'd personally only attempt it if the functionality of the port is somehow reduced (like the charger doesn't stay plugged in very well.
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This a million times. Thank you for speaking my mind!
My USB Port has worked fine after performing the fix.
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I have this EXACT same problem. Same bend/break in the usb and the EXACT same spot. Same reason too, is there any way to get this fixed?? I bought mine through gamestop unfortunatly but i did pay for the warrentee and i took it in they said to call a number on the box and see what they can do about physical damage.. gamestop says they only replace for nonphysical damage.. wtf. lol... but anyways. is there any way i can get this nexus 7 fixed 100% or replaced for a new one?.... please help.. i really want this fixed.. worked all summer for mine..
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I have this EXACT same problem. Same bend/break in the usb and the EXACT same spot. Same reason too, is there any way to get this fixed?? I bought mine through gamestop unfortunatly but i did pay for the warrentee and i took it in they said to call a number on the box and see what they can do about physical damage.. gamestop says they only replace for nonphysical damage.. wtf. lol... but anyways. is there any way i can get this nexus 7 fixed 100% or replaced for a new one?.... please help.. i really want this fixed.. worked all summer for mine..
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Look at the pictures I posted on the first Page. This is what worked for me and I still use the tablet without issues charging.
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This is the very reason I wish wireless charging was the standard for all mobile devices.
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This is the very reason I wish wireless charging was the standard for all mobile devices.
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Lumia will release a batch of devices that charge when placed on top of a pad.
http://www.techgoondu.com/2012/09/09/nokia-reboots-lumia-phones-with-pureview-and-wireless-charging/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Q8tlSDpVDI&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Hi folks. For some reason, a small chunk of the tab inside my DS7 power port has been broken. It looks like somebody got hungry and chewed a tiny piece of it off. So as of right now, the power cable will not charge the DS7. I noticed on ebay somebody selling repair service for it and was quoted
it's $39 for the part plus $59 to install it. best, maik
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$100 seems a tad expensive as it's over 1/2 what I paid for it. Does anybody have any recommendations like a DIY kit or know of somebody doing cheaper repairs? I like this little, fiesty tablet and am not ready to scrap it quite yet especially if the JB rom gets going.
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Hi folks. For some reason, a small chunk of the tab inside my DS7 power port has been broken. It looks like somebody got hungry and chewed a tiny piece of it off. So as of right now, the power cable will not charge the DS7. I noticed on ebay somebody selling repair service for it and was quoted
$100 seems a tad expensive as it's over 1/2 what I paid for it. Does anybody have any recommendations like a DIY kit or know of somebody doing cheaper repairs? I like this little, fiesty tablet and am not ready to scrap it quite yet especially if the JB rom gets going.
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buy the part and install it your self, there is a disassembly guid in general too
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buy the part and install it your self, there is a disassembly guid in general too
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Hi Noc and thanks for the info. Does it require any soldering or is this a fairly simple setup?
If it's the port, you either need just the port itself (which requires soldering) or the entire motherboard (which could be pricy)
once the streak is disassembled its a 5min job to remove the old one and attach then new one (given that you are alright at soldering) the risk with this is that you could short the mobo if you suck at soldering
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once the streak is disassembled its a 5min job to remove the old one and attach then new one (given that you are alright at soldering) the risk with this is that you could short the mobo if you suck at soldering
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Damn. I have no soldering equipment here nor have I ever done it.
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Damn. I have no soldering equipment here nor have I ever done it.
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go to walmart and pick some up for about $15-35
I'll see if mine has some soldering equipment. Sad to lose that Steak just a few weeks after getting it.
My port is broken too, no way i could solder a 30pin connector with my eqiupment. Can anyone post a picture where I can find the two power pins. Are they on the left or on the right side. All I want is to charge it. I see some little circles on the board that could be additional places to solder my two cables, anyone any ideas ? I know it isnt the best solution to have a cable looking out of my streak but i alrdy bought a female mini usb connector. That could be of good use here. If needed i could make a photo of the circle pins on the board so anyone could say me wich one is what.
Heres a picture of my board and the circles that i mentioned above.
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Can anyone say me wich pins are for usb 2.0 data ?
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If I am posting to the wrong place I apologize. The real quesrtion is this is why do the pins keep burning off. The second question is why did dell stop all support for the ds7. The ds7 was and is defective from the start. Dell now refuses any support. I have two ds7s with the same problem. So I ask how many of you agree there should be a class action law suit againt dell? My newest unit is four months old called dell the are refusing to do anything about the situation. I asked if I could send my ds7 in for repair and pay for repair, answer was no, dell is no longer doing repairs, to make things more upsetting dell is selling the ds7 at fry's for $200. Who is interest in a class
action lawsuit with me? I will start a suit with or without support. The whole ds7 problem is just plan wrong. Feel free to email me at [email protected]. btw I am almost sixty years old not a young person with a bad attitude. Wrong is wrong and dell is out of line with the ds7. Thanks. Bart
Dell may in longer be selling it. Fry's could just have a last batch if old stock.
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So this power port problem seems to happen rather frequently?
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So this power port problem seems to happen rather frequently?
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if its not the tablet its the charger or the proprietary cable (f*** you dell) I have had to repair the cable myself due to its abnormally short length and my habits of trying to use it away from the charger while it was on charge (heat shrink electrical plastic + solder fixed the issue though)
I'd say replacing the part yourself would take about 15min once device is disassembled
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if its not the tablet its the charger or the proprietary cable (f*** you dell) I have had to repair the cable myself due to its abnormally short length and my habits of trying to use it away from the charger while it was on charge (heat shrink electrical plastic + solder fixed the issue though)
I'd say replacing the part yourself would take about 15min once device is disassembled
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Sadly the ports on Ebay went back up to around $99. I *thought* I saw one for like 10. All the Dell 5 ports are cheap, the Dell 7 ones are basically almost the price I paid for the thing
Then get a new one, lol. Understand if you can't.
Anybody want to buy a Streak 7 and then repair it? It's rooted already.
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..Hi folks. For some reason, a small chunk of the tab inside my DS7 power port has been broken. It looks like somebody got hungry and chewed a tiny piece of it off. So as of right now, the power cable will not charge the DS7...
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I have had two D7's with the issue. The first was due to a bent pin, took some tweezers and flattened the pin, then slightly bent the the metal casing of the charging cable outward- but bend it more toward the ends of each side, as a result the middle slightly bowed outward but it worked.
...and have to put the plug into the port at an extremely slight angle to go in smooth, once in, it charges fine. been using it that way for about 8months, no sweat.
The reason for slightly "opening" the ends of the the charging cable is so that it fits better over the end pins on the charging port tabs.
It is likely that some of those that have broken/cracked ports and/or bent pins wind up not working still because the edge of the charging cable catches on a pin, so by bending the cable housing just a little, it helps give it the lift to get over any pins that would normally catch and they'll make enough contact to charge and also connect via USB. That's also why plugging in at a slight angle helps the pin get "under" the outer housing of the charging cable.
However, the second one DS7 that had the issue more like what is in the initial post regarding an actual cracked charging port tab.
In mine, there's two small chunks of the top tab and one small chunk off the bottom tab in the power port. Yes, BOTH the bottom and top charging port tabs were damaged!
Mine was due to my little one horsing and tripping over the cord, when it yanked out at an angle...well...it got screwed up. At first it didn't seem like it was going to work, but after a little bit of careful fiddling...
Anyhow, I did have to use the tweezers again AND had to slightly bend the plug as described earlier. That said, I charge this thing daily and no issues, nor have to replace the port. If you fiddle around a little with the plug itself (ie. try bending it open just a little on the ends that match where the charging port tab pins were bent) and plugging in at a slight angle, it may very well help some of the others with this issue.
It's worked for me now on two different devices with very similar isues... so all I can say is these small tweaks worked for me...this DS7 has been charging/USB plugging fine for about 6 months of daily use... hope someone else can benefit.
Here's a few couple of (blurry )pics:
View of the cracked port - top tab was cracked, side view - screen facing "away"
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Hi Saint. Did you get a PM from me? I thought I sent one but I can't tell.
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Hi Saint. Did you get a PM from me? I thought I sent one but I can't tell.
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yes. sent you something back.
I'm necroing this old thread because-IT WORKS! All i needed to do was replace the power cable. Despite the HORRIBLE condition the tab in the power port looks, the Streak 7 still gets charge and works now. Amazing. Onward ho to JB 4.2 from Honeycomb!
Hey guys, some of you might remember my post about adding expandable storage to the LG G2 (Link to old post: https://plus.google.com/112350291283202736057/posts/2z1wLqRc8Fg )
Well i'm back and I have done some improvements to make it a lot smaller
With this you will be able to put any micro SD card up to 64gb into this device as well as you will be able to plug it right into your computer with the USB side
Link to all picturesI'm also thinking I might make a version where it is built into a case, because my aim is to get it as small and unnoticeable as possible without losing any comfit, and feeling like you have something attached to your device
What are your thoughts about my idea?
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Uhh, I don't like naked wires, but that's probably just me. Have you considered something like the Dash Micro from meenova.com?
Check it out here.
http://meenova.com/
It's pretty cool you did it either way!
I love your ideas and concept. I recommend getting the otterbox case for this phone and mod the case to let the otg stay in and protected.
I'm actually interested in taking the back cover off and using an extended battery back and holding the otg that way.
vPro97 said:
Uhh, I don't like naked wires, but that's probably just me. Have you considered something like the Dash Micro from meenova.com?
Check it out here.
http://meenova.com/
It's pretty cool you did it either way!
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Yea like I said this is still in development and once it's done it won't have any exposed components. They reason why I made this I because this is supose to be a semi permanent solution so you can always have it plugged into your you phone (except when charging) that way you can have mass storage, where with the meenova it's way to big to have it keeped attached to your phone with out it breaking off
Jammol said:
I love your ideas and concept. I recommend getting the otterbox case for this phone and mod the case to let the otg stay in and protected.
I'm actually interested in taking the back cover off and using an extended battery back and holding the otg that way.
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That's a good idea for incorporating it into a case, the picture that I have with it inside a case, is just a generic case I have and it just happened to fit under it
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That's a good idea for incorporating it into a case, the picture that I have with it inside a case, is just a generic case I have and it just happened to fit under it
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Yeah. However it will be a bit of a task to charge the device. I'm going to research on how to possibly get wireless charging on it. Maybe even incorporating a solar charger.
Jammol said:
Yeah. However it will be a bit of a task to charge the device. I'm going to research on how to possibly get wireless charging on it. Maybe even incorporating a solar charger.
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Funny you should say that, I actually have a micro usb wireless charging pad, I could try put the two together, because they should work
Awesome!!! Search on eBay and there should be micro usb to female usb and male micro usb.
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Awesome!!! Search on eBay and there should be micro usb to female usb and male micro usb.
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No I want to keep it small remember, I will just solder the 2 to the 1 micro usb
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No I want to keep it small remember, I will just solder the 2 to the 1 micro usb
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Ahh I see. Good idea. My only concern is the power and possibility of shorting maybe? I'm very curious to see Edgar you come up with. That will be awesome.
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Ahh I see. Good idea. My only concern is the power and possibility of shorting maybe? I'm very curious to see Edgar you come up with. That will be awesome.
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Na should be fine Although I somehow screwed my board about 3 hours ago messing around with it (Not related to this project) haha, so i need to make another one, should get the components withing the week
I've also put some thought into adding an SD card into my case (case mate tough case).
The meenova is the smallest micro sd card read i have found thus far... without its case it could fit inside my case pretty well, even better probably if i cut a piece out of the phones backplate. Together with some flatflex cable and a pcb mountable micro sd plug it should work fine.
The Problem is power. How do we charge it? Plugging in and out the sdcard cable would make less nice and an additional charging coil (which should fit too) would cap the charging rate 500mA.
After all that thinking i just stuck the meenova to my keychain ;P
Fantastic solution, please continue the develop. Possibe to merge micro-sd slot (reader) and wireless reciever? (on G2 there is only one usb slot)
Ow nice idea
Nice idea, I found this, if you be able to strip the plastic you can get a slimmer project. I'll do it to mine and incorporate with my armor case. When it arrives... about two mounths (Brazil sux in shipping times). I'll post some images here.
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Mult...ne-Cellphone-Pendant-I-Series/1862010998.html
Thx to share your ideas!
Some time ago I bought:
http://m.aliexpress.com/item/1673689666.html
It doesn't look compact and impressive, but after removing case... we get really slim card reader, easier to pack into case or smth
DarkN3ss61,
any news? Wireless reciever and micro sd reader combo?
What about this?
Hey guys, sorry I haven't been very active here lately and posting updates. Well so far I have my replacement parts and I have rebuilt it because I fried my last board. I havent had much time to try get the wireless charging working with it, but i'm eager to start on that now. Although i did get a micro USB splitter and had both plugged in and they where working, so I should be able to make them as one
Its a good idea but I think this project wont be battery-friendly
i recommend using an additional battery instead of wireless charging. Additional battery+micro sd in a case will be awsome.
Ha I has the same crazy ideas, glad I'm not the only one...
I think it's easier just using a usb otg converter and a tiny usb stick, for example this one which has micro usb pass through so you can charge your phone through it http://m.ebay.com/itm/321608143459?_mwBanner=1