A coworker of mine has this issue with their phone. (Please see screenshot). I'm able to connect it through ADB and its drivers and everything are running properly. I'm just not sure how to fix the screen defect, as I can't even see what's on the screen itself. She said it was in her pocket, and she then pulled it out to make a call, and the screen was like that. Its running cm10.1 with the speedmod-kernel. Has anyone seen anything like this, and what's the best way to fix it? Thx in advance for the help!
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This kind of messy screen is usually associated with wrong bootloaders, but in this case I believe it's a hardware problem.
Val D. said:
This kind of messy screen is usually associated with wrong bootloaders, but in this case I believe it's a hardware problem.
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I initially thought it was bootloader related, but when I flashed CM10.1 to it, I made sure that it was the right one. I think it's hardware related myself, but didn't wanna rule out a software fix, if there is one lurking somewhere beyond my mental capacities.
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I initially thought it was bootloader related, but when I flashed CM10.1 to it, I made sure that it was the right one. I think it's hardware related myself, but didn't wanna rule out a software fix, if there is one lurking somewhere beyond my mental capacities.
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Saw something similar in the at&t gs3 forums but it was a blue line and it was vertical not horizontal. flash back to stock and see if that resolves the issue. If that doesn't resolve the problem then its obviously hardware issue.
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ryankgrant said:
Saw something similar in the at&t gs3 forums but it was a blue line and it was vertical not horizontal. flash back to stock and see if that resolves the issue. If that doesn't resolve the problem then its obviously hardware issue.
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Gonna give it a shot and see. Thx!
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Gonna give it a shot and see. Thx!
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No need to say thanks friend, the thanks button goes along way. You should post back your results in case others run into the same problem. Good luck.
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Well after fiddling with software, I've concluded that the hardware is the culprit. After asking my coworker if she'd dropped the device, she said yes, but didn't think it fell that far or that hard. Thx for everyone's help/input!
Mods pls close thread. Thx!
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Anyone know where to get a replacement? The screen is completely kaput but it seems to still work, I hear calls and txt messages (ring/notification)..
I know I am not helping with this post, but could you put up an image. please.
I just want to see how it looks. Also, how did it happen?
Thanks
xtremekilla09 said:
I know I am not helping with this post, but could you put up an image. please.
I just want to see how it looks. Also, how did it happen?
Thanks
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same, hope it was a freak accident and not a simple drop
Rule #1. Don't ever give your phone to a pissed off person... exhibit A attached.
Instead of replacing it with a new Captivate I went with the HTC Aria.. maybe not the best choice, but I think it will do the trick. I like the size, and GPS actually works out of the box. I plan on frequenting the XDA Aria section.
I'll prob try to sell my busted up Captivate on eBay, for anyone that might have bricked their own phone. Other than the screen the phone seems to work without issue.
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Rule #1. Don't ever give your phone to a pissed off person... exhibit A attached.
Instead of replacing it with a new Captivate I went with the HTC Aria.. maybe not the best choice, but I think it will do the trick. I like the size, and GPS actually works out of the box. I plan on frequenting the XDA Aria section.
I'll prob try to sell my busted up Captivate on eBay, for anyone that might have bricked their own phone. Other than the screen the phone seems to work without issue.
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Damn that's quite a busted screen :-/
Looks like a gorilla got a hold of that gorilla glass.
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That left a mark
hope you had insurance.......
poor , poor cappy...
What's the problem? That'll buff right out!
Wow that pic made me almost cry!
It's like watching a snuff film D:
Edit for helpful-ish answer: Hope you were paying for the insurance =/ I don't know where you'd go about getting replacement glass, and standard manufacturer's warranty won't cover physical abuse like that
It seems my galaxy ace will suddenly scrolls down by itself, mostly in opera mini.
Sometimes, in google map, if "flicks" to another place by itself too.
Any one has the same digitizer problem? I'm thinking if I should take it for repair.
Or if someone already tried to get it fixed, but it'll never be fixed like some design error, I'd rather save my time...
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Tried both stock rom and CM7. My GF, a colleague and a friend who owns an ace told me they have the same issue
i have this bug too, and i think all ace users has it too. and for now there isnt any fix for it.
And I thought I was the only one having this problem. Samsung sucks >_<
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I'll take it to Samsung later today.
I hope it can be fixed, its getting annoying.
Lol, you can't fix something that's wrong with all the Aces. I have that problem too. I'm guessing its another factory fault like the battery meter.
Got the phone back,the problem still exists.
What apps are u guys using when the erratic scrolls occurs?
No wonder samsung doesn't care, it seems the users don't really care, except me
I'll try to fix it in the touch driver in the kernel and release a patch if it's fixed.
The plan is to filter those extremely quick finger press and release events, where those events are impossible to be human(by time and distance of the 2 points).
I can't seem to find the kernel source for the CM7 roms for ace, so it'll be a patch for the stock kernel.
Same problem here, this scrolling glitch gets very annoying after some time
Its kinda spooky hhhh. Like a ghost using ur phone too
Is there any patch for it ?
For me it scrolls up...
Then I used a touch test and this after repeatedly moving my finger around in the left bottom corner, this is what I got.
This problem also makes it difficult to use swype!
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I just seen a thread for this. Some people have taken their phone into repair which they can't fix it. Its a hardware fault. If you can prove that its doing that after they repair it, there is a chance to get a different phone of about the same value.
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This just started happening on my phone...there is a portion of the screen (near where the predictive words would appear) where the sensors do not recognize my touch (see below):
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In the above screenshot, I scrolled from bottom of the screen all the way to the top, but notice the gap in the middle.
Do you think the sensor is damaged or is it something else? I.e., do youthink it's a hardware issue or a software one ?
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I'm guessing you already tried reflashing your/another ROM...
Good luck mate, that looks nasty
It seems the rom/kernel combination I was using wasn't good. It's back to normal with a different kernel.
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No, it's not back to normal. Now I'm fairly convinced that it's a hardware problem. I don't know why or how, but the problem is back.
Maybe the touch sensor is sometimes working and sometimes not. It's strange though that it's always only at that section and no where else. Maybe the problem is only localized to that particular area.
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It seems the rom/kernel combination I was using wasn't good. It's back to normal with a different kernel.
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No, it's not back to normal. Now I'm fairly convinced that it's a hardware problem. I don't know why or how, but the problem is back.
Maybe the touch sensor is sometimes working and sometimes not. It's strange though that it's always only at that section and no where else. Maybe the problem is only localized to that particular area.
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At the worst case it might be your digitizer.
Revert back to stock through nvflash and test it again. If the issue is still present and its till under warranty, send the bad boy back.
Or alternatively, you can replace the digitizer yourself. Hope all goes well man
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Thanks LarsPT & Supupa for your replies and kind wishes.
Unfortunately, it is conclusively a hardware issue since going back to stock or any other rom didn't make things any better.
And I'm out of luck and have no warranty on this (since I got it second hand).
I guess I'll just have to pray that it will last me a few more weeks until the SGS3 comes out here in the States.
Thanks.
You can fix it yourself?
The digitizer is only like $50 not original but it will last for ever. If you do, get one with the frame. It will make life so much easier.
Secondly its quite easy to replace, no soldering just screws and un clipping things.
I did mine myself, very simple. Good luck bud
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You can fix it yourself?
The digitizer is only like $50 not original but it will last for ever. If you do, get one with the frame. It will make life so much easier.
Secondly its quite easy to replace, no soldering just screws and un clipping things.
I did mine myself, very simple. Good luck bud
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Thanks for the tip! I'll give that a try.
By the way, I love the Android comment in your signature. So true.
Not sure if anyone has posted this yet, although i did search .
ETrade Supply is selling OEM Galaxy Gear glass screen replacements for $7.55
I've ordered tons of things from them and they have decent customer service.
They're currently sold out but i'm sure they will be getting more in stock.
might be a good thing to stock up on since people are already complaining about scratched screens.
http://www.etradesupply.com/samsung-galaxy-gear-glass-lens.html
I hope this helps somebody
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Thanks bro ill need a few
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Thanks bro ill need a few
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no problem! I will be purchasing a few myself. :good:
You mean to tell me that you can get a replacement screen, but not a battery charger?
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How hard is it going to be to replace?
"Out of stock"
Any instruction how to replace? Thanks.
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You mean to tell me that you can get a replacement screen, but not a battery charger?
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OEM charger/cradles are already being sold at Samsung .com Like the ones that come with the watch.
Edit: oops NM didn't realize this was an old post.
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How hard is it going to be to replace?
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I think Depends on how used you are to tinkering with small device's.
There is an video on youtube with a guy who explains the disassembling of the watch, but he doesn't go as deep into it as I'd like.
But the process has been pretty straight forward on my previous galaxy devices. And it will break sooner or later
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I know this is an old post but broke my screen and though it still works I cant seem to but a replacement anywhere can any one help or sell me one please?
Hey guys, I am in need of changing the DPI of a single app. I am running Terminus with a screen DPI of 532. My problem is one app gets distorted. See the screenshot. Is there a way I change the one app? I know there was when I was running PACman rom on my sgs3 (it was built into the rom).
Thanks in advance.
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There is probably a module available in Xposed that does what you're asking for.
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There is probably a module available in Xposed that does what you're asking for.
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I had a feeling someone was gonna say that. The problem is, most roms and kernels frown upon the use of it. So I am trying to stay away from Xposed. Ran it on my s3, so I know about it...... :-/
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Hey guys, I am in need of changing the DPI of a single app. I am running Terminus with a screen DPI of 532. My problem is one app gets distorted. See the screenshot. Is there a way I change the one app? I know there was when I was running PACman rom on my sgs3 (it was built into the rom).
Thanks in advance.
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im also using 532 with terminus, and also have one app that gets blown up in size(gscripts). i havent found any way to fix it, and i dont ever use xposed, and wont. fortunately, i can still use the app even though everything in it is now huge
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I had a feeling someone was gonna say that. The problem is, most roms and kernels frown upon the use of it. So I am trying to stay away from Xposed. Ran it on my s3, so I know about it...... :-/
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Gotta do what you gotta do
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Gotta do what you gotta do [emoji14]
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I hear ya..... just installed the .arm file. :-/
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im also using 532 with terminus, and also have one app that gets blown up in size(gscripts). i havent found any way to fix it, and i dont ever use xposed, and wont. fortunately, i can still use the app even though everything in it is now huge
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Ya, I am sure I can still use it, and while I was installing the .arm file for Xposed, I thought about using chrome and creating a link, which is basically why that app does. It just makes it easier to log in while driving (at red lights of course!).
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