The speaker issues - Nexus 5 General

Just to let you know it does seem to be device specific and some type of manufacture defect.
I took my phone in to the store where I got it here in the UK (Carphonewarehouse) and they too thought it was very low. They brought out another Nexus 5 and the sounds was A LOT louder.
They swapped it out then and there!
I now have a brand new Nexus 5 with great sound
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JonM1988 said:
Just to let you know it does seem to be device specific and some type of manufacture defect.
I took my phone in to the store where I got it here in the UK (Carphonewarehouse) and they too thought it was very low. They brought out another Nexus 5 and the sounds was A LOT louder.
They swapped it out then and there!
I now have a brand new Nexus 5 with great sound
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yeah my co worker also has a nexus 5 and his speaker is also louder than mine. Beside the low speaker, my nexus is perfect no dead pixels, dust under the screen or loose power button. I am not going to chance doing an RMA. I hope we get a software fix from google soon about the sound.

dazz87 said:
yeah my co worker also has a nexus 5 and his speaker is also louder than mine. Beside the low speaker, my nexus is perfect no dead pixels, dust under the screen or loose power button. I am not going to chance doing an RMA. I hope we get a software fix from google soon about the sound.
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You know you can send back the replacement unit if it's not better than your n5 now, right? You can choose to keep the one you already have.

RJM7787 said:
You know you can send back the replacement unit if it's not better than your n5 now, right? You can choose to keep the one you already have.
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I think Google is changing their policy where now they are wanting you to return your first, then they will sent out the replacement. I read couple of recently post on the RMA thread

dazz87 said:
I think Google is changing their policy where now they are wanting you to return your first, then they will sent out the replacement. I read couple of recently post on the RMA thread
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Wow, crazy. I guess it was because there was a lot of RMA's. I was lucky I guess. I am able to continue using my device until my RMA device gets here in a week or so. And I was told I can deny it if it's no better. Anyway, maybe it's worth a call to see if you're eligible to do the same. Good luck.

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Gap between bezel and side of phone

I just received my nexus 4 yesterday and immediately noticed that there was a gap between the bezel and side of the phone. This gap is only on the left side of the phone and is directly below the volume rocker. This phone came like this right out of the box.
Is anyone else experiencing the same issue?
Mines fine. Get a bumper and you won't notice either.
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Not me... But if it bugs you, you can request for a replacement.
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soulz said:
Mines fine. Get a bumper and you won't notice either.
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So you are suggesting that I get a $20 accessory to cover up an issue that shouldn't have been there in the first place...
You will probably tell me i'm holding it wrong next.
indianevodriver said:
So you are suggesting that I get a $20 accessory to cover up an issue that shouldn't have been there in the first place...
You will probably tell me i'm holding it wrong next.
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That accessory is currently 50-100$ mind you.
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soulz said:
That accessory is currently 50-100$ mind you.
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Yeah saw those at eBay.
Damn should've bought a N4 + bumper to sell on eBay....
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So you are suggesting that I get a $20 accessory to cover up an issue that shouldn't have been there in the first place...
You will probably tell me i'm holding it wrong next.
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Lol to the last sentence. I was not being rude.
My nexus plastic squeak when pressures on the bottom & randomly screen turns on for no reason.
Even with those issue I rather have it still than replace it. ATM since there's huge demand.
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indianevodriver said:
I just received my nexus 4 yesterday and immediately noticed that there was a gap between the bezel and side of the phone. This gap is only on the left side of the phone and is directly below the volume rocker. This phone came like this right out of the box.
Is anyone else experiencing the same issue?
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My N4 doesn't have this issue.
Get an RMA.
I would defiantly get a replacement... looks like someone dropped it!
You can ask Google to let you keep the device until a replacement arrives.
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Lol to the last sentence. I was not being rude.
My nexus plastic squeak when pressures on the bottom & randomly screen turns on for no reason.
Even with those issue I rather have it still than replace it. ATM since there's huge demand.
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My fault... I wasn't trying to be rude either, even though I was.
I'm just a bit dumbfounded by everyone's reaction to devices having issues right out of the box. It is sad when a device is so in demand that customers become accustom to issues.
I hope that Google can resolve this issue quickly.
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Lol to the last sentence. I was not being rude.
My nexus plastic squeak when pressures on the bottom & randomly screen turns on for no reason.
Even with those issue I rather have it still than replace it. ATM since there's huge demand.
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I think I read somewhere that they have available Nexus 4's set aside specifically for RMA. A plus is you can keep your phone till you get the new one.
intekmdma said:
I think I read somewhere that they have available Nexus 4's set aside specifically for RMA. A plus is you can keep your phone till you get the new one.
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I just called Google and they're issuing me a replacement. The only downside is there's going to be a Nexus 4 hold charge on my credit card.
That aside the procedure is they're going to sent me a device and I'll suppose to return my device when i received it.
Lol, people can easily abuse the RMA by RMA a issue-free Nexus 4 device and selling it/get another.
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Great when trying to process my RMA I get an error
"You are trying to change the Google account used for this transaction. Please sign out and retry the transaction without changing the account."
intekmdma said:
I think I read somewhere that they have available Nexus 4's set aside specifically for RMA. A plus is you can keep your phone till you get the new one.
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no its not going to work for nexus 4 for now at least, I just got my n4 today and found a scratch on the back close to camera. So I call them but they told me to return the phone, they will refund me and I can buy it again when its available lol. there is no more stock guys might be you can just return it and wait
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no its not going to work for nexus 4 for now at least, I just got my n4 today and found a scratch on the back close to camera. So I call them but they told me to return the phone, they will refund me and I can buy it again when its available lol. there is no more stock guys might be you can just return it and wait
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I would call again and ask for RMA. My progress is going through and others are as well.
Example: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2007037
Red Wolf said:
no its not going to work for nexus 4 for now at least, I just got my n4 today and found a scratch on the back close to camera. So I call them but they told me to return the phone, they will refund me and I can buy it again when its available lol. there is no more stock guys might be you can just return it and wait
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I was able to order an RMA yesterday... lol
Try tu push it in, maybe it just snapped off
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Try tu push it in, maybe it just snapped off
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That isn't an option. If you look at the pictures I posted, the plastic next to the volume rocker is actually pushed out about 1mm. If it was still sitting flush with the bezel then I would probably could have just pushed it in.
I wonder what would happen if I kept this RMA phone lol. 299$ no shipping hmm not bad deal.
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Old defect nexus 4 gets remotely deactivated when you start using new phone. It is specially mentioned on Google support website that Google may deactivate defective/stolen phones remotely.
But this can't be true until someone take a risk of 350 bucks and blacklist their own Google account. Mind you Google orders are with Google account, if we don't follow their rules we maybe forced to give them up.
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O **** i see it in the picture. Return it!!!! I gotta go check my nexus for the gap right now!

[Video] Nexus 4 Ear Speaker & Loud Speaker Issues while on Call

Well after ordering on the 13th during the first 15 minutes and being a Limbo Level 3 got my Nexus 4 and this happens
On hold for the last 30 minutes
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There are two issues, one is the buzzing when not on call and the other is the borked up earpiece (maybe less than mine).
I didn't have the buzzing when there were no calls being made but I think the issue I have is an extension of the buzzing issue and is in all probability a manufacturing defect.
They make such an awesome device with bad hardware, Google would be crying
the old device directly goes to LG USA as I can see from my RMA return label so my personal advice to all those who have issue while in call please RMA the device.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hnJbN6d_nc
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Google will be sending a replacement.
That sucks. Does it happen on all volumes or just max?
all the time..fml
Just got off the call with a CSR after 45 minutes of waiting ..they will be sending a replacement but another charge of 349 on my credit card until I return the Old one
That sucks munchy. I'm glad I got a good one. I hope you get everything straightened out.
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munchy_cool said:
Just got off the call with a CSR after 45 minutes of waiting ..they will be sending a replacement but another charge of 349 on my credit card until I return the Old one
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Yeah I hate the way they do rma's at Google. Why not just charge you if you don't return the old one in a certain amount of time like most other companies? Is it your fault you got a bad one? No!
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Thanks Ryan, lets hope I get a new one which is fine soon, I am happy that the one that I sent to John aka VT is good, the moment I found the f**king issue in my phone I emailed him to check his and his is fine, as I ordered 2 and assuming they both were from the same manufacturing lot I guess it's a bug in LG's assemble line
Good luck. Mine makes a very slight nose from the earpiece speaker. It kinda sounds like the soc doing it's thing. I imagine it's fairly normal. I don't have any sounds like you. I feel bad for you because we waited so long and now you got a dud. The one good thing about Google's method of RMA is you can use the old one as much as you like before getting the new. What I don't understand is they have our cc info on file and they still insist on holding the funds. You won't have to pay tax or shipping again though. I had to go through it twice with my nexus 7 so I know how bad it was.
At the same time I do understand why they do it because people could just file an RMA and take off with both devices by removing the card from wallet.
Anyway, I'm sure everything will work out for you. You are good people and I look up to your kindness bro.
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Thanks again Ryan, you know how we roll ..bad things do happen to good people I guess
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I have the same thing wrong with my nexus 4 and I do not have the funds ($388) in my account at the time, does anyone know if they will still allow me to do the exchange for a new device?
blaboy51 said:
I have the same thing wrong with my nexus 4 and I do not have the funds ($388) in my account at the time, does anyone know if they will still allow me to do the exchange for a new device?
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I don't think so , if you can add a new card/account maybe you can as they send you a link wherein you already have the n4 already in cart and you click on purchase
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They only charge 349 for a 16 GB ; no taxes and shipping ; its just an auth on your card
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Holy crap, that gave me a migraine.
Send that thing back immediately. It's definitely defective.
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FallN said:
Holy crap, that gave me a migraine.
Send that thing back immediately. It's definitely defective.
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yeah ..they are sending another one in ..let's see when that gets here ...given there shipping issues I am not sure when a new one will come in and how good will it be
munchy_cool said:
Well after ordering on the 13th during the first 15 minutes and being a Limbo Level 3 got my Nexus 4 and this happens
On hold for the last 30 minutes
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There are two issues, one is the buzzing when not on call and the other is the borked up earpiece (maybe less than mine).
I didn't have the buzzing when there were no calls being made but I think the issue I have is an extension of the buzzing issue and is in all probability a manufacturing defect.
They make such an awesome device with bad hardware, Google would be crying
the old device directly goes to LG USA as I can see from my RMA return label so my personal advice to all those who have issue while in call please RMA the device.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hnJbN6d_nc
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Google will be sending a replacement.
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Ouch man thanks for the video it the first time I could here this bonked up speaker for myself. Hope your new device is all you expect and more when you get it.
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I guess mine is too borked to keep
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blaboy51 said:
I have the same thing wrong with my nexus 4 and I do not have the funds ($388) in my account at the time, does anyone know if they will still allow me to do the exchange for a new device?
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I have heard and I don't know if its true but I remember hearing that you can send in your faulty device then when they receive it they will send you a new one. I'd look into that cause that s just not OK to hold you at bay because you don't have additional funds for there f*ck up.
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I've had zero issues with my N4, actually I love it! Only issue is the screen gets hot but that's expected.
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This phone should be recalled and we should all get new revised hardware with no issues and usb otg working. Fking ridiculous. I doubt my replacement will be any better and that's why i'm keeping the first phone until replacement arrives.
i've got same problem, although mine is not as severe. Most interesting part is that when I use google talk or skype, this problem does not exist, and it seems to come up only when making regular phone calls!

Replacement nexus 4 lost or stolen......or so I thought.

So my replacement nexus 4 was suppose to be delivered on Monday. Around noon monday, I check the tracking which said it had been delivered...except I was home all morning and no package was delivered. I waited a few hours, figuring it was some kind of mistake with the tracking.
Then, I called UPS and they confirmed that it had been delivered at the stated time. I immediately called google and explained the situation. They were very understanding and started the process of disabling the lost device and issuing me a new one.
However, later that evening, my neighbour rang the bell and had the package in his hand....he had just come back from work and found it sitting at his front door (arghhh UPS ). At this point I hadn't yet received the e-mail from google with the link to order another replacement, so I figured I would call them to let them know that I had found the device. The rep told me that she would send the request to the department that handles lost/stolen device, but it was most likely already too late. She said she would keep me posted on the situation by e-mail.
Today, I still haven't received the e-mail with the link to order the new replacement, and the device is working fine (I assume if they disable it, it would lock me out or something). So I e-mailed the aforementioned rep and explained this to her. She e-mailed back saying that they had already disabled the device and given me a full refund, and that I would have to reorder the device...wtf On top of that she made no mention of returning this device (But I did go ahead and mail back the original phone today).
The phone is still working fine and my credit card doesn't show any refund (though this may be due to the fact that they haven't yet processed the refund....just my guess). Oh and still no e-mail to order the replacement, but I'm assuming since they are apparently issuing a refund, they expect me to place a whole new order?
What do you guys think? Is this just a big miscommunication between the various departments at google? Did they indeed stop the disabling of the device (which would explain why the device is still working)? But then why would the rep tell me I need to reorder the device. Man, this is just a big mess......and the funny part is, this device has the same earpiece buzzing problem for which I did the RMA lol.
Update: see post 14 on page 2
All the nexuses have buzzing earpieces. Its a feature
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jaju123 said:
All the nexuses have buzzing earpieces. Its a feature
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Only the first ones, all the new batches are fine...
CrazyPeter said:
Only the first ones, all the new batches are fine...
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New batches = ordered on or after 27th?
now what does that mean disabling a device.... it aint usable... ?
CrazyPeter said:
Only the first ones, all the new batches are fine...
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Are you saying newer ones don't give that hissing sound when idling (not in call)?
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CrazyPeter said:
Only the first ones, all the new batches are fine...
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Mine is from the Nov 13th batch of orders no buzzing in my ear piece. My neighbor ordered on the 7th and received it on Monday and it has a buzzing earpiece so I don't think that it has anything to do with what batch it came from.
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yogeshmha said:
now what does that mean disabling a device.... it aint usable... ?
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They said once they remote disable the device it will basically become a paperweight. I have no idea of exactly what they do. Can anyone shed some light on this? BTW phone still works.
Why would anyone hold up their phones to their ears when it is not on or even on a phone call??!
is this like the "if I shake my phone real hard, I can hear something rattling inside" complaint?
I can't believe you mailed the phone back before even receiving the e-mail with the link to get the next RMA unit. If I were you I would have kept the phone until it either stopped working or you placed the next RMA order and had the next replacement in hand.
Now who knows when you will get your hands on another N4. Looks like you are in a whole new limbo period.
zealtor said:
They said once they remote disable the device it will basically become a paperweight. I have no idea of exactly what they do. Can anyone shed some light on this? BTW phone still works.
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I think what they do is void the ESN on the device rendering it unusable as a carrier cannot activate a bad ESN.
facetubespam said:
Why would anyone hold up their phones to their ears when it is not on or even on a phone call??!
is this like the "if I shake my phone real hard, I can hear something rattling inside" complaint?
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I can clearly hear the buzzing while on a call on both the original and the replacement phone, and it's really annoying. Obviously if I could not hear it in a call, it would be a non-issue.
sn0warmy said:
I can't believe you mailed the phone back before even receiving the e-mail with the link to get the next RMA unit. If I were you I would have kept the phone until it either stopped working or you placed the next RMA order and had the next replacement in hand.
Now who knows when you will get your hands on another N4. Looks like you are in a whole new limbo period.
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I mailed back the original phone that I ordered on Nov 13, not the replacement. The rep said that I had to mail back the original right away to avoid being charged for it. Like I said, the replacement phone is working fine (except for the buzz lol) and so far as I can tell, they have not "disabled" the device in any way yet. Even if they do, I have a perfectly fine HTC one S sitting here that I have no problem using.
Sucks man, sorry. I would've tried to keep that thing as long as I could. As far as the buzzing, seems like all these devices have a shielding or grounding issue which is causing the noise in the ear piece. My first phone which I got from TMobile (I love 30 day return policy ) had a pretty bad electrical/modem sound that was actually very distracting while in a call. The new device which I just received yesterday from El Goog doesn't have this defect, but does have the sound of an active earpiece at all times. Hardly an issue. The previous device sounded really bad over VOIP and calls never sounded as good as with the new one. Best to be patient and satisfied rather than hasty and regretful
Good luck man!!
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So I just got an e-mail from another rep saying that they were able to stop the deactivation of the device. lol. No wonder why the phone has been working all along. I think I'm just going to sell the phone since I don't want to go through this whole RMA process again, and it does seem like this buzzing happens on all nexus 4s. I'll probably order one again once these issues have been worked out. In the mean time, I think I can get by just fine with the HTC one s that I picked up brand new for $100 last week
zealtor said:
So I just got an e-mail from another rep saying that they were able to stop the deactivation of the device. lol. No wonder why the phone has been working all along. I think I'm just going to sell the phone since I don't want to go through this whole RMA process again, and it does seem like this buzzing happens on all nexus 4s. I'll probably order one again once these issues have been worked out. In the mean time, I think I can get by just fine with the HTC one s that I picked up brand new for $100 last week
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from themobileshop? lol
No earpiece buzzing on my N4
zealtor said:
So I just got an e-mail from another rep saying that they were able to stop the deactivation of the device. lol. No wonder why the phone has been working all along. I think I'm just going to sell the phone since I don't want to go through this whole RMA process again, and it does seem like this buzzing happens on all nexus 4s. I'll probably order one again once these issues have been worked out. In the mean time, I think I can get by just fine with the HTC one s that I picked up brand new for $100 last week
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Brand new One S for $100? Off-contract?
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jacklebott said:
No earpiece buzzing on my N4
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Same here so its not on all N4's
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supersain08 said:
from themobileshop? lol
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haha yeah, I was able to find two of them, one for me and one for my brother, just before the whole GTA pretty much went out of stock lol.
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Brand new One S for $100? Off-contract?
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yes, it was a canadian deal. see here
Just FYI also, I have had no buzzing whatsoever. So it seems new batches may not suffer from this?

Just got a refurbished HTC One. Everything is great but...

I just noticed I can see PM up on the top right side of the screen and some notifications in the top left corner during full screen apps, especially with a full grey screen. I didn't see those a couple hours ago when I got it.
Did I seriously just burn in my screen already? Is this normal for a "new" One? Or should I be freaking out?
I did nothing out of the ordinary since I got it. Just rooted it, restored apps, put it on the charger for a bit. That's all.
I see 127 views and no replies. No one wants to touch this one lol! I'm taking it back to Sprint in the morning. I shouldn't be getting burn in less than 24 hours into using any phone, refurbished or not.
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FlowingAway said:
I see 127 views and no replies. No one wants to touch this one lol! I'm taking it back to Sprint in the morning. I shouldn't be getting burn in less than 24 hours into using any phone, refurbished or not.
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Yea,i agree,take it back and make them replace it,it should last longer than 24 hours,wether you flash it or not,im upgrading to this from the EVO 4G,in 2 months,but it will be a new one,hahaha,i just cant wait,so i can start to dev for the One now and maybe port over my 4 kornerz rom.
I would take it back as well.
Also, pay attention to the screen. In my One, the speakers busted (same as my OG Evo, Evo 3D and Hero. Htc makes ****ty speakers) I also have a dead pixel so I filed an insurance claim. Today I received the new One and the display is garbage. The whites look dingy and yellow like a cheaper version. It doesn't compare at all to my current One.
I'm gonna send it back and try my luck again =\
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I would take it back as well.
Also, pay attention to the screen. In my One, the speakers busted (same as my OG Evo, Evo 3D and Hero. Htc makes ****ty speakers) I also have a dead pixel so I filed an insurance claim. Today I received the new One and the display is garbage. The whites look dingy and yellow like a cheaper version. It doesn't compare at all to my current One.
I'm gonna send it back and try my luck again =\
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I've owned 7 htc devices and never popped the speakers.
Are you using a volume enhancer or something?
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gutrrob said:
I've owned 7 htc devices and never popped the speakers.
Are you using a volume enhancer or something?
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Nope. You're lucky then because HTC speakers are cheap and it isn't just me who says so. Here is a quick google search but you can dig deeper and see for yourself. I never really cared because replacing the speaker was easy...but with the HTC One it is a repair nightmare.
https://www.google.com/#output=sear...34,d.eWU&fp=9745b774bca4f8d2&biw=1920&bih=993
Sprint will be sending me another refurbished one early next week. For the time being I'm rolling with my burned in screen but otherwise awesome one! The tech at sprint immediately saw it and was like yeah that's not right haha
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Sprint will be sending me another refurbished one early next week. For the time being I'm rolling with my burned in screen but otherwise awesome one! The tech at sprint immediately saw it and was like yeah that's not right haha
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Asurion is gonna be sending me another one as well. I just hope the screen matches the one I have now. It is so much better than the replacement. I wish I could take pix and show you guys, it's annoying the things could be this drastically different.
Glad your issue is getting resolved! :good:
So apparently this thing isn't near impossible to repair if they are sending out refurbs as replacements.
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So apparently this thing isn't near impossible to repair if they are sending out refurbs as replacements.
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So apparently people with the right tools/machines > us.
http://mobile.eweek.com/mobile/htc-one-receives-lowest-ifixit-repair-score-to-date/
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Our of curiosity, where did you exactly find the HTC ONE online?
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So apparently people with the right tools/machines > us.
http://mobile.eweek.com/mobile/htc-one-receives-lowest-ifixit-repair-score-to-date/
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I would assume iFixit would have the right tools but meh
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I would assume iFixit would have the right tools but meh
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/sigh.
I'll halfway attempt to break it down, but I doubt you'll understand.
There are people who break down how difficult it would be for the average consumer to do things such as repairs for these phones (hint:ifixit). The average consumer isn't gonna own all the tools/equipment or possess the knowledge/skill as a professional. This is true in probably everything you'll ever get repaired, otherwise mechanics have been ripping people off for years.
This phone scores as low as possible when it comes to repairs. It doesn't mean that professionals can't repair it. Ifixit isn't gonna breakdown how easy it is for HTC or other phone repair people, why the *@*! would anyone care about that? They are breaking it down for the not so skilled.
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/sigh.
I'll halfway attempt to break it down, but I doubt you'll understand.
There are people who break down how difficult it would be for the average consumer to do things such as repairs for these phones (hint:ifixit). The average consumer isn't gonna own all the tools/equipment or possess the knowledge/skill as a professional. This is true in probably everything you'll ever get repaired, otherwise mechanics have been ripping people off for years.
This phone scores as low as possible when it comes to repairs. It doesn't mean that professionals can't repair it. Ifixit isn't gonna breakdown how easy it is for HTC or other phone repair people, why the *@*! would anyone care about that? They are breaking it down for the not so skilled.
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Ok di$& thanks for that wonderful bit of information.
uh60james said:
Ok di$& thanks for that wonderful bit of information.
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You're welcome.
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uh60james said:
I would assume iFixit would have the right tools but meh
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Rippley05 said:
/sigh.
I'll halfway attempt to break it down, but I doubt you'll understand.
There are people who break down how difficult it would be for the average consumer to do things such as repairs for these phones (hint:ifixit). The average consumer isn't gonna own all the tools/equipment or possess the knowledge/skill as a professional. This is true in probably everything you'll ever get repaired, otherwise mechanics have been ripping people off for years.
This phone scores as low as possible when it comes to repairs. It doesn't mean that professionals can't repair it. Ifixit isn't gonna breakdown how easy it is for HTC or other phone repair people, why the *@*! would anyone care about that? They are breaking it down for the not so skilled.
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haha pwnd!
I got my phone replaced once already as well, but Sprint said they DO NOT use refurbished phones as replacements until the phone has been released for 6 months.
But what was odd is that my replacement phone didn't come with a box, so I dialed ##786# and checked the "reconditioned status" which stated "none." I wonder if this replacement is not a refurb, then why did it come with no box?
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I got my phone replaced once already as well, but Sprint said they DO NOT use refurbished phones as replacements until the phone has been released for 6 months.
But what was odd is that my replacement phone didn't come with a box, so I dialed ##786# and checked the "reconditioned status" which stated "none." I wonder if this replacement is not a refurb, then why did it come with no box?
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Sprint doesn't handle it, Asurion does. They'll tell you it could be new or refurbished. It all depends on what they have. Both of mine came with a box, but that doesn't mean they're new.
I'm about to send ny second replacement back. The screen is just too yellow and dingy looking. It's a damn shame I have to file an insurance claim and pay a deductible on a month old phone.
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To update, my 2nd refurb seemed nice enough. But after having it a couple days, I've noticed the screen colors are pretty blown out and definitely not like it should be. Colors are as funky as they can be, and the screen itself is way too bright. And for insult to injury, the phone is unable to connect to 4G LTE. So back to Sprint I go!
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To update, my 2nd refurb seemed nice enough. But after having it a couple days, I've noticed the screen colors are pretty blown out and definitely not like it should be. Colors are as funky as they can be, and the screen itself is way too bright. And for insult to injury, the phone is unable to connect to 4G LTE. So back to Sprint I go!
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Its kinda sad to hear that although htc stepped up their game, sprints/asurions refurbs are still absolute sh!t

Speaker hissing and crackling noise.

So, let me start by saying that I HAVE read around and there is a lot of talk about this issue here on xda, a lot of people have sent their Nexus 6 phones in to be replaced and it's a common issue! However, was anyone ever able to come up with the conclusion of it either being software or hardware based? I noticed mine does this more when the battery gets lower leading me to believe it's software related, however, I have hear speculation that the hardware is faulty. Anyone know the true answer to this question? Thanks!
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So, let me start by saying that I HAVE read around and there is a lot of talk about this issue here on xda, a lot of people have sent their Nexus 6 phones in to be replaced and it's a common issue! However, was anyone ever able to come up with the conclusion of it either being software or hardware based? I noticed mine does this more when the battery gets lower leading me to believe it's software related, however, I have hear speculation that the hardware is faulty. Anyone know the true answer to this question? Thanks!
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im going to assume its hardware based. since my n6 doesnt have any hissing or crackling, and if software mine would have it as well, since we have the same software.
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So, let me start by saying that I HAVE read around and there is a lot of talk about this issue here on xda, a lot of people have sent their Nexus 6 phones in to be replaced and it's a common issue! However, was anyone ever able to come up with the conclusion of it either being software or hardware based? I noticed mine does this more when the battery gets lower leading me to believe it's software related, however, I have hear speculation that the hardware is faulty. Anyone know the true answer to this question? Thanks!
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I have this issue 2
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simms22 said:
im going to assume its hardware based. since my n6 doesnt have any hissing or crackling, and if software mine would have it as well, since we have the same software.
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Damn, I guess a lot of people had this issue, most people who own this device have said this is happening to them, few have said theirs is fine. It's a minor annoyance, but for the hefty price tag and what I paid for mine, it's very disappointing. Does the 6p or 5x have this issue? Or not sure? They're made by different companies so I assume they don't.
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Damn, I guess a lot of people had this issue, most people who own this device have said this is happening to them, few have said theirs is fine. It's a minor annoyance, but for the hefty price tag and what I paid for mine, it's very disappointing. Does the 6p or 5x have this issue? Or not sure? They're made by different companies so I assume they don't.
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I've no idea.
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Damn, I guess a lot of people had this issue, most people who own this device have said this is happening to them, few have said theirs is fine. It's a minor annoyance, but for the hefty price tag and what I paid for mine, it's very disappointing. Does the 6p or 5x have this issue? Or not sure? They're made by different companies so I assume they don't.
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I dont have this issue unless I try to use things like Viper which I removed as it really didnt do enough to justify the extra static.
As for the 6p and 5x they have other issues.
No hissing or crackling from the speakers on my N6. And I don't think we can say most people that own this device have said they've experienced this issue.
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No hissing or crackling from the speakers on my N6. And I don't think we can say most people that own this device have said they've experienced this issue.
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Do you or anyone in this thread know if Google would replace a device that I've had for 7 months? What's the terms on this?
This is a refurbished replacement or new replacement N6 you've had for 7 months?
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This is a refurbished replacement or new replacement N6 you've had for 7 months?
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Bought it brand new from Google play store.
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Bought it brand new from Google play store.
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Then it's still under warranty and you should be able to get it replaced. I had a couple issues with my N6 and I got a brand new phone 10 days after I received RMA confirmation.
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Then it's still under warranty and you should be able to get it replaced. I had a couple issues with my N6 and I got a brand new phone 10 days after I received RMA confirmation.
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So just flashing a stock image and locking the bootloader should be good then? I have a lot of mods on mine.
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So just flashing a stock image and locking the bootloader should be good then? I have a lot of mods on mine.
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Yeah, that's what I did. Don't think Google cares about unlocked boitloader but I locked it just in case.
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Yeah, that's what I did. Don't think Google cares about unlocked boitloader but I locked it just in case.
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Thanks! I just hope my next one doesn't have this issue if I go through with this. A lot of people said they went through 3 or 4 of these phones until they got one without this issue, also, they send a brand new one right? I don't want a refurbished one.
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Thanks! I just hope my next one doesn't have this issue if I go through with this. A lot of people said they went through 3 or 4 of these phones until they got one without this issue, also, they send a brand new one right? I don't want a refurbished one.
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They should send you a new N6 if they have the same color and storage, but I've heard about some receiving refurbished phone with issues and then getting a new N6 after talking to customer servicece rep.
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They should send you a new N6 if they have the same color and storage, but I've heard about some receiving refurbished phone with issues and then getting a new N6 after talking to customer servicece rep.
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I called their support and asked about it, he says he "you don't wanna troubleshoot it first?" And I said "not really, I've tried EVERYTHING even reflashing stock firmware!" And then he tells me that it WOULD be a refurbished model, not a new one. Umm no, I paid full price for mine when it came out!
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By the way, fizz1041 is me, don't know why Tapatalk posted with that name, but it's me.
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I called their support and asked about it, he says he "you don't wanna troubleshoot it first?" And I said "not really, I've tried EVERYTHING even reflashing stock firmware!" And then he tells me that it WOULD be a refurbished model, not a new one. Umm no, I paid full price for mine when it came out!
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Might want to try Motorola for RMA. They have an option to get the replacement N6 before mailing them the defective phone.
About this issue with speaker...Did changing battery or speaker solved this noise?
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About this issue with speaker...Did changing battery or speaker solved this noise?
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It seems to me that the crackling has to do with voltage...
Like the crackling occurs as the battery starts to quit because it thinks there's more voltage available than really is... And as I start to put 2 + 2 together... It seems to be exasperated by using the "high performance" toggle in the kernel
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