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Broke my screen, camera stopped working, vibrates randomly

I broke my screen last week , it fell and was damaged, and the camera stopped working too. I fixed the screen, but the camera is still offline, tried to change the rom, but no changes., i am getting the "Error, camera not available". When i click on camera icon, it shows a black screen after some delay and then right away an error message pops up with "Error! Camera not available". When i load this from any application, such as snapchat or instagram, it crashes the application. Has anyone dealt with such issue before? Give me some hope, what could be wrong.
The camera was not working even before i replaced the screen. (The screen repair was good, i made sure nothing was touched that should'nt be touched.
The phone's proximity sensor seems to be a bit off too, the phone also vibrates ( like it received a text message) randomly.
Unrelated issue: the screen i install has a round ring that appears if i press the screen to hard at a certain spot. it's not too annoying but it is there.

Broken flat cable, broken camera. Physical damage.
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electrash said:
Broken flat cable, broken camera. Physical damage.
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Free mobile app
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Ah! what do you think , can it be saved DIY?

marksee said:
Ah! what do you think , can it be saved DIY?
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Well i didnt opet Z1 before, so i dont know if you can only replace flat cable (if that is problem) or you must replace whole camera module.
Best bet is to give to service center, probably they will put new module on it, and its best in my opinion.

electrash said:
Well i didnt opet Z1 before, so i dont know if you can only replace flat cable (if that is problem) or you must replace whole camera module.
Best bet is to give to service center, probably they will put new module on it, and its best in my opinion.
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Most likely put a new module in there as the modules are machine made are probably solid.

Status Update
So i opened the phone again, and seems like i was able to fix the screen issue.
Issue of camera remains. I removed the camera from the socket, and disconnected its wire from the motherboard. When i accessed camera without wire connected, it straigth away went to "ERROR. Camera not available. Earlier, when wire was connected, it took about 5 seconds and then outputted the Error. Flash/ Front camera are still not accessible or usable even when front camera was plugged out.
Weird vibrations are felt randomly, i am still trying to pinpoint what causes them, but they have decreased significantly.
My question now is, will replacing the camera fix the camera issue? Or is there a deeper wire/motherboard issue here? What would be your next step to investigate it further. Also, can this be not a broken screen issue but a camera issue covered in warrantly?
Additional info: i have tried reinstalling ROM, flashed T-mobile's original ftf file, cleared camera cache, files etc. used 3rd party apps but no success.
#####SOLVED: SCREEN HAS WEIRD FLOATIES WHEN WE TOUCH AREA NEAR THEM
This is caused because of dust between the digitizer and the back of the phone. To fix this, simply open the phone up and remove any dust particles between the digitizer and the phone. Screen will work perfectly after that.

JustPlayingHard said:
Most likely put a new module in there as the modules are machine made are probably solid.
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When you say module? you mean the camera with the connection wire ? or something more than that?

marksee said:
When you say module? you mean the camera with the connection wire ? or something more than that?
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The camera with connection wire

Update: so bluetooth call recieving does not work, people call me, and if i pick it up, voice does not work over bluetooth anymore. music skips randomly too. My question was that will camera module replacement fix this? or is this a deeper issue, such as cable that connects the camera module? what will i need to replace .

I don't think that anybody here could answer your questions. You should take your phone tot a service center.
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SOLVED it.
Fixed it! The issue was that the back camera module was malfunctioning. Because of that, phone chip that controls camera (also controls vibrations) was not functioning properly. I bought a used camera module from ebay, plugged it in and phone works perfectly now
Feel free to pm me if anyone else has questions about this, or need help dismantling phone. Xperia Z1s I AM BACK!!!

Camera focus problem

Hello! what i need to do if i have problem with camera? only change to another phone? maybe its software problem? can i change camera module from galaxy s6 to note 4 ?

Honestly, get a replacement. I went through 4 of them to finally get one that doesn't have the issue. As for the swapping the camera module with an S6 one, there's a guy doing that very thing right now. I don't remember what thread I saw it under but he has reported that auto focus does not work at all and has to be manually done. So you'll just be in the same boat plus you would have to mod the camera housing and solder a new ribbon connector as it's not long enough.

aratta said:
Hello! what i need to do if i have problem with camera? only change to another phone? maybe its software problem? can i change camera module from galaxy s6 to note 4 ?
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What is the problem with the camera?

aratta said:
Hello! what i need to do if i have problem with camera? only change to another phone? maybe its software problem? can i change camera module from galaxy s6 to note 4 ?
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Replace

Didnt focusing, need to wait 30 seconds

Have you tried just hitting it? you can flick the hell out of the camera area to try and get the rollers unjammed if that's the issue. Here is what's inside there if you're curious whats causing the issues. That or your electromagnetic stage might not be working properly. Yeah I can't get S6 optics to focus yet, I'm going to manipulate an S6 ribbon cable and run it in a test setup just to see if my tinkering is what's messing up auto focus or if the module just will not work in the note 4 at all without software tweaks.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-tmobile/general/note4-s6-camera-upgrade-t3116575/page3

Sensor camera replacement RN4X?

Hi,
Is there any way to buy a Sony IMX258 sensor to replace camera sensor?

magnus48 said:
Hi,
Is there any way to buy a Sony IMX258 sensor to replace camera sensor?
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http://www.dragon-tt.com/ check there

ReDuXX528 said:
http://www.dragon-tt.com/ check there
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I did'nt find it here. Thanks anyway!

s.aliexpress.com/AjUjUnEF
Tell me if it works and i will buy one too...

zedamoca said:
s.aliexpress.com/AjUjUnEF
Tell me if it works and i will buy one too...
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Maybe it's an omnivision sensor... it's not guaranteed that this sensor is sony IMX258

The serial number is from a Sony sensor.

And? is anybody manage to do it?

I still have the IMX258 with me! Anyone wants to buy , PM me.

It did not work for me.
I replaced the sensor:
A0 0-FILM WH273 (Kernel Menu: Version Back Camera: ofilm_s5k3I8)
with this one
OHP0240 A0 0-FILM WG493 (Kernel Menu: Version Back Camera: Not support)
Perhapse also ROM related?
The Phone is on MIUI 9 Global 7.9.15 Beta

Re-flash your ROM so your phone use the correct driver .

Robert- said:
Re-flash your ROM so your phone use the correct driver .
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Sadly no difference after reflash. Took the fastboot file from here. http://en.miui.com/a-234.html
Any other ideas ?

I wish someone would reply. A $10 sony sensor is a worthwhile upgrade to this phone.
Maybe double check that the connector is seated properly. Maybe you need to install the correct driver manually. Regardless, this needs to get more attention!

Did you try using a custom ROM such as LineageOS?

Yes, installed the following:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/re...other-development/rom-lineageos-14-0-t3566095
Also installed the firmware.
Does anyone know how the ROM detects the different hardware settings of the phone?
I think xiaomi uses at least three different camera sensor types.

Sounds like a great idea to replace the sensor. I hope some smart XDA members figure out how to load the camera drivers after swapping sensors.

I changed camera sensor.
I succeeded in converting from Samsung to Sony.

@junyajunya
can you post us where you bought the sensor and what is writen on it?
Anything you had to do, so that the sensor could be used?

in aliexpress I bought 32824022365
you can find 32824022365 in aliexpress.
I can not write URL.
because I am new.
and just change.that's all.
ttps://photos.app.goo.gl/zInF918nKehesH153
left samsung
right sony
ttps://photos.app.goo.gl/Gotrjs1lwnDf4GQm1

@junyajunya
Thanks for the pictures.
On the Sony camera modul mine is missing the QR Code. Guess it is some other brand
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Bac...g-Camera-Module-New-Original/32824022365.html

GoldenBadger said:
Yes, installed the following:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/re...other-development/rom-lineageos-14-0-t3566095
Also installed the firmware.
Does anyone know how the ROM detects the different hardware settings of the phone?
I think xiaomi uses at least three different camera sensor types.
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3 different back camera sensor
I saw something like 2 different front camera sensor but not sure
Was it a clean install? try to wipe everything before flashing

Mi A2 Camera Focus Issue

Hello, my Mi A2 seems to have a strange effect when focusing on the primary lens. I would just like to know if this is normal or not. It seems when on the low light lens the focus is even across the image but the primary lens it seems to wash from one side to the other.
Here is a video to illustrate.
Does anybody else's do this? Thanks!

I've been having the same issue for a while now! It's very annoying and I have no idea how to fix it! I've been using the low light lens and just taking pictures with that. I cannot tell if it is a hardware or software issue either. I'm going to install a custom rom soon, just haven't had time to do it, so hopefully that fixes the issue!

i think it's a software issue, because after capture everything is OK

GAvetisyan333 said:
i think it's a software issue, because after capture everything is OK
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I still have issues after capture. If I'm capturing text the top half is unreadable in portrait because it's so blurry, and when I tap to focus on the top it doesn't help.

Same issues here
I have exactly the same issue... It seems like the extremes of the picture are better and the sides really blurry. For text is really bad, and also for pictures when you want the focus not being in the center. As you mention, touching the focus does not help.
I have no solution for now, thinking on sending it back...

Doubed HW issue
I'm sorry to say I feel it like a HW issue as I am facing the same issue with GCam in my MI A2.

i too have the same problame even after capture...

It's fixed on my phone now, unfortunately I had to get a new camera module. The issue is likely caused by a misaligned lens element, so the only option is to swap the camera module or warranty the phone. Mine works great now. Shouldn't have had to fix it but I guess these things happen I guess.

Nope586 said:
It's fixed on my phone now, unfortunately I had to get a new camera module. The issue is likely caused by a misaligned lens element, so the only option is to swap the camera module or warranty the phone. Mine works great now. Shouldn't have had to fix it but I guess these things happen I guess.
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Can you guide us how to swap the camera module?

jayanath said:
Can you guide us how to swap the camera module?
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It should be pretty straightforward, here's a teardown video: https://youtu.be/mo92gAwKv6s. That should walk you through getting the module out.
Nope586 said:
It's fixed on my phone now, unfortunately I had to get a new camera module. The issue is likely caused by a misaligned lens element, so the only option is to swap the camera module or warranty the phone. Mine works great now. Shouldn't have had to fix it but I guess these things happen I guess.
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Can you send a link to the module you got? There's several between eBay and AliExpress I've seen, but am looking for a reliable one.

I have the same problem, I think it's began after update to pie 9, Is it possible? I try everything like clear cache, factory reset, hitting the camera. What is your solution ? Only change the camera with new ?

EmranBG said:
I have the same problem, I think it's began after update to pie 9, Is it possible? I try everything like clear cache, factory reset, hitting the camera. What is your solution ? Only change the camera with new ?
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This issue was with Android 8.1 as well. I checked with 2 other devices but only my device has the issue :crying:

jayanath said:
This issue was with Android 8.1 as well. I checked with 2 other devices but only my device has the issue :crying:
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Then we need change the camera module too I dont have problem in close objects, have only in far objects..

Same issue here... I wonder if flashing Miui would solve this problem..

EmranBG said:
Then we need change the camera module too I dont have problem in close objects, have only in far objects..
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I noticed this the other day as well, when taking a picture up close, it focuses fine, but on far away objects it has this issue.

i just ckecked with both lenses but all working fine in my case

onericardo said:
Same issue here... I wonder if flashing Miui would solve this problem..
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Don't think this would help as this seems like a HW issue affecting only some devices.

one6pa2 said:
It should be pretty straightforward, here's a teardown video: https://youtu.be/mo92gAwKv6s. That should walk you through getting the module out.
Can you send a link to the module you got? There's several between eBay and AliExpress I've seen, but am looking for a reliable one.
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Sure, I got it from here: https://www.witrigs.com/oem-dual-rear-camera-replacement-for-xiaomi-mi-a2

I have the same insane problem
Low light camera mode is working fine
But the regular mode washes out at the top but it is clear at close objects
Can u give us any solution miui...

mia2 camera issue after pie update
my mia2 primary camera does not focus properly ,videos are totally blurred after the pie update,hope xiomi resolves the camera issue soon.I think this is software issue,if it would have been a HW issue,why would the camera hadbeen working perfectly on OREO?

How fix Face ID after replace front camera?

Hello. How to get FaceID to work after replacing the camera module. Are there ways?

I didn't think the front camera had anything to do with face unlock, it's the Soli module that does face unlock.

m+a+r+k said:
I didn't think the front camera had anything to do with face unlock, it's the Soli module that does face unlock.
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It's just that the module changes entirely)
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Front camera work now. soli work. But face id broken (Certificate expired)
I have seen records that after replacing the camera module or motherboard, such a problem arises. But there are not many of them, either people do not bother, or there is a way to restore everything) It is desirable without sending to Google

I suppose you've done a factory reset?

Clear system cache on boot menu.
Do a hard reboot (not reset!)
Clear data of all associated apks including probably Android Services.

blackhawk said:
Clear system cache on boot menu.
Do a hard reboot (not reset!)
Clear data of all associated apks including probably Android Services.
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Thanks, but please you can write detailed instructions? I try factory reset, i try flash android 10 march, may, android 11 December, but any firmware certificate expired (

maksimbl4 said:
Thanks, but please you can write detailed instructions? I try factory reset, i try flash android 10 march, may, android 11 December, but any firmware certificate expired (
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If you did a hard reset than what I said is irrelevant.

blackhawk said:
If you did a hard reset than what I said is irrelevant.
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It's a pity(

So the cam module's firmware version isn't compatible with the system firmware version?
Sounds like the damn modular car computer systems... a horror story.

I teardown my 4xl and replace rear camera module. After assembling it again, rear camera worked fine, but front camera and faceid cannot work. My phone cannot detect front camera. It show black screen when flipping from rear to front camera.
WHAT I DID:
1. Factory reset -> not work
2. Flash various factory firmware-> not work
3. Changed another whole front camera + sensor module -> not work.
Please help.
Thanks.

kisirong2501 said:
I teardown my 4xl and replace rear camera module. After assembling it again, rear camera worked fine, but front camera and faceid cannot work. My phone cannot detect front camera. It show black screen when flipping from rear to front camera.
WHAT I DID:
1. Factory reset -> not work
2. Flash various factory firmware-> not work
3. Changed another whole front camera + sensor module -> not work.
Please help.
Thanks.
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It seems the problem is physical... hopefully.
Closely inspect the ribbon cables and contacts of the front cam for damage or misalignment.
Use magnification as needed.
Make sure any ground points to this module were not overlooked. A longer screw perhaps?
The chassis is aluminum so that is a potential grounding point for mounted components like the front cam.
You did disconnect the battery first, right?
I looked at the tear down vid... I feel your pain.

Just like iPhones parts
pixels parts are married to the motherboard each part has a special SN number the motherboard will require
replacing them may cause a problem

coliotte said:
Just like iPhones parts
pixels parts are married to the motherboard each part has a special SN number the motherboard will require
replacing them may cause a problem
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So where's it stored? Firmware?
Or does the cam module need to be flashed?
Or both?
The 2006 Dodge Caravan nightmare all over...