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Hey folks. I'm not much of a developer (for Android anyway), but I'm on these forums 24 x 7. Thanks SO much for the hard work that is put in here.
I own a Nexus One with Cyanogen's OS 5.0.7.1. I've noticed (even since the early OS 5.0) that when I hold the power button to bring up the Power Off/Reboot/Airplane Mode menu, and I let go, the menu disappears and the screen becomes black. I have to do this several times before I'm able to power my phone down. Does anyone else experience this?
I've had this issue on a previous Nexus One which I had to send in for replacement due to dust. On that phone, before I sent it in to HTC, I pushed the default System Recovery and other packages to the phone and also had the same issue. I'm wondering if it's something with rooting the phone.
Thanks for the help!
I may have misunderstood, but it sounds like its just not pressing the button all the way or letting go too soon, since it seems like it's just locking the phone.
Hi Geniusdog. I can assure that the button is being pushed down as normal and all the way down. I just tried it again.
- I push the button all the way down until the menu comes up
- I let go of the button
- Menu disappears
Very strange!
I too have had the same problem with my power button. Ive flashed CM 5.0.7.1 and Enomther's TheOfficial Nexus1 v1.9.2 and still the same problem.
allen099 said:
Hi Geniusdog. I can assure that the button is being pushed down as normal and all the way down. I just tried it again.
- I push the button all the way down until the menu comes up
- I let go of the button
- Menu disappears
Very strange!
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Hmm I do remember seeing that happen, but I don't remember on what ROM.
I'm on FroYo right now, and I haven't seen it happen at all.
Geniusdog254 said:
Hmm I do remember seeing that happen, but I don't remember on what ROM.
I'm on FroYo right now, and I haven't seen it happen at all.
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That's interesting. I tried FroYo for a few days when it was out and don't remember having that issue as well. I hope other people reply here if they have issues, perhaps even Cyanogen if he's aware.
You should post this in the Q & A section not the development section
Moved as not Android Dev.
Just got an RMA from HTC. They said power button malfunction is the #1 defect with the N1. Put it back as stock as I could before sending back. The phone was in perfect condition save for being unlocked and the power button problem. Not too worried, since it is a clear hardware issue and nothing I did by rooting, modding or watching porn.
EDIT: My power button was so screwed, that I had to use Gscripts to reboot or shutdown the phone, and "No Lock" to wake it up easier.
EDIT 2: And I had no cm since "makin' bacon bits", so Cyanogen's mods are not the issue.
Hey guys
I tried to search but I haven't found anyone with this particular problem:
Today I had to swap the SIM card on my dad's N1. I must have touched something the wrong way since after doing so, it seems the trackball is constantly being pressed (even though it's not).
Here's some of the consequences of this, that are making me literally freak out:
1. I can't get into recovery (as soon as I do, a click is registered on "Reboot phone).
2. It only boots in safe mode
3. Navigating around the phone is almost impossible, opening up the app drawer immediately launches an app.
By hitting a text input field, I can observe how it's registering clicks really fast (by observing how the whole text field is selected/deselected)
I tried fiddling a bit with the trackball, long pressing it, clicking it, etc, but it's still a no go (long pressing it does register as a long press, but as soon as I let go, the constant clicking continues)
Seeing as how this happens whether or not after the ROM has booted, it looks like this is a hardware problem.
Has anyone run into something like this before? Any ideas on how to fix this myself?
I don't know if sending it to HTC is an option because of two reasons:
1. I live in Costa Rica, don't know if there's HTC support here, or if it'd be safe shipping the phone to the states for a repair.
2. My dad's N1 is rooted, but bootloader hasn't been unlocked. It's running a custom rom. Right now I'm not sure if I can't get it back to stock since I can't even get into recovery.
Please help! Thanks
I had this exact problem for about a day or so it turns out I had got the trackball wet try clicking it and rolling it also try giving it a day or two it might just come back good luck on your nexus
Sent from my Nexus One using XDA App
Turns out you were right!
I left it sitting for a day, turned it on and the problem was still there. I got a hair dryer and used it on the phone for like a minute, turned it on, and all is good now!
Thanks!
Problem has come back and won't go away now... definitely looks like a hardware issue, will call HTC support.
Hello Folks,
i've read more times "put battery out and in" for example: to go from downloadmode directly into recovery mode without reset, or just to leave the download mode without flashing.
It is a bad solution, the backcover clips won't get better this way.
You can force a reboot by holding the powerbutton long enough (may 5-10 seconds, i don't check how long exactly).
Same way for the 3-button procedure (vol-up, home and power or vol-down, home and power).
For example if you are in download mode and decide to reboot without flash, keep holding powerbutton and the device will reboot.
Or
If you are in download mode an need to get directly in recovery mode just press the combo (vol-up, home and power) till it reboots and you will go to the recovery.
No need to stress the backcover any more. except for changing sim-,sd-card or akku.
I have a GT-I9000, bootloader and sbl from JVK, but shure it works with other bootloaders/sbl too if they accept the 3-button combo, else it may work for reboot only.
I apologize for my english, hope its not too bad (for a german )
Have a nice day!
edit: works too if phone is freeze
These are what I always did...
TerraBuzz said:
These are what I always did...
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Well good for you, I, and probably many others, didn't. So thanks for the tips!
And this is development how?
very useful post !
especially in the dev section with all those new testing & unstable kernels, roms, etc.
this is what I've done for some time know
should have written this somewhere down - didn't know that only few people know about this
I found out about this the hard way (while my SGS was a semi-brick)
dupel said:
And this is development how?
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maybe usefull for developing?
does this matter for normal use?
I've always do this because I'm using Case Mate protection case.
Since my Case Mate is using dual layer protection, opening battery case every time can be so painful...
This method is very useful...
Thanks for sharing anyway...
I tried telling people the same, but they insist in that stupid solution, stupid because it is extra work and not healthy for the phone...
You only really need pull the battery when something has gone wrong otherwise the power button is the posted way .
But i do prefer case off when flashing so i can drop the battery out if i need to or want to quickly .As i have had to take the sim card out and external memory card its case off anyway .
jje
Hi all!
I bought the new Moto G (2014) a little while ago, and today, whilst browsing the internet, the phone stopped responding to anything. I pressed the power- and volume down buttons down for a little while, and I was greeted by the FastBoot menu. I just selected Normal Boot and it worked fine. However, 5 minutes later I had the same issue, so I did the same thing. This time it got stuck in a boot loop though.
Now the problem is, when I press 'Recovery' in the FastBoot menu, the android logo (laying on its back with the exclamation mark) doesn't show up. The regular Motorola Boot screen just turns up for a few seconds, and then the screens turns off.
I might go to the store tomorrow to get a replacement unit.
Any advice is appreciated!
Did you try volume up and power on the black screen even with the fallen droid?
Android The Greek said:
Did you try volume up and power on the black screen even with the fallen droid?
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Just did it, the Motorola Boot Screen will re-appear, but still no fallen droid
EDIT: I have to wake up for school in about six hours so I'm signing off for today, so if I don't reply back I'll be fast asleep!
Thanks for the fast reply too! Didn't expect a reply just about 15 minutes after I posted the question
AverageNinja said:
Just did it, the Motorola Boot Screen will re-appear, but still no fallen droid
EDIT: I have to wake up for school in about six hours so I'm signing off for today, so if I don't reply back I'll be fast asleep!
Thanks for the fast reply too! Didn't expect a reply just about 15 minutes after I posted the question
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You can try reinstalling the firmware I can provide you the link if you post your model number
Android The Greek said:
You can try reinstalling the firmware I can provide you the link if you post your model number
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That would be great. The model number on the packaging says: SM3928AD1T1
Also I really don't have a clue on how to reinstall the firmware, how do I do that?
Sorry, I'm quite an Android noob, it's my first Android phone
This seems to be a very friendly community, I think I might stick around a bit so I can learn more about Android! Maybe one day I can help someone too
AverageNinja said:
That would be great. The model number on the packaging says: SM3928AD1T1
Also I really don't have a clue on how to reinstall the firmware, how do I do that?
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No, we want System version.
Settings->About phone->System version.
and I think you should add bootloops in thread title so that it will clear that this thread is different than other Not able to go in Bootloader threads
bhavin192 said:
No, we want System version.
Settings->About phone->System version.
and I think you should add bootloops in thread title so that it will clear that this thread is different than other Not able to go in Bootloader threads
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Oh alright, excuse me. I can't boot my phone so I can't say for sure. It's the Dual Sim 8Gb model (XT1068 or XT1064 I believe, will check when I'm at home), simlock-free. I'm in the Netherlands (so it's not the US model), and I installed the latest update available (the one that makes Google Launcher the default launcher).
I'm at school right now, so I can't check anything else right now. I'll be home early though (about 13:30 GMT +1)
AverageNinja said:
Oh alright, excuse me. I can't boot my phone so I can't say for sure. It's the Dual Sim 8Gb model (XT1068 or XT1064 I believe, will check when I'm at home), simlock-free. I'm in the Netherlands (so it's not the US model), and I installed the latest update available (the one that makes Google Launcher the default launcher).
I'm at school right now, so I can't check anything else right now. I'll be home early though (about 13:30 GMT +1)
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Oops sorry my mistake.
you can tell us the XT106x from the box.
may be it's global Dual sim 8GB model.
bhavin192 said:
Oops sorry my mistake.
you can tell us the XT106x from the box.
may be it's global Dual sim 8GB model.
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No problem man, I just checked and it's the XT1068 model
Are you sure, every button is working properly?
AverageNinja said:
That would be great. The model number on the packaging says: SM3928AD1T1
Also I really don't have a clue on how to reinstall the firmware, how do I do that?
Sorry, I'm quite an Android noob, it's my first Android phone
This seems to be a very friendly community, I think I might stick around a bit so I can learn more about Android! Maybe one day I can help someone too
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g-2014/development/windows-tool-moto-g-2014-xt1068-dual-t2983295
A, B or C should be for your phone, but check your version in settings 1st
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No problem man, I just checked and it's the XT1068 model
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Now this thread helped a little bit.
there are 3 types of XT1068 one is Retail DE second retail Brazil and third Retail all (global).
Your phone must not Brazil one so possibility is DE or ALL.
reefuge said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g-2014/development/windows-tool-moto-g-2014-xt1068-dual-t2983295
A, B or C should be for your phone, but check your version in settings 1st
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his bootloader is not unlocked and he is not able to boot in to device.
bhavin192 said:
Now this thread helped a little bit.
there are 3 types of XT1068 one is Retail DE second retail Brazil and third Retail all (global).
Your phone must not Brazil one so possibility is DE or ALL.
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Not entirely sure. On the box it says 'Retail, EURO (Probably European), WHT 8GB.
have you tried:
for 4.4:
- with the droid on its back, press vol up + vol down at the same time for 5 seconds, then press power button briefly
for 5.0 & 5.1:
- with the droid on its back, long press power button, and while pressing, press volume up briefly
these worked for me.
When I was looking for it, the was no mentioning of two versions...
maybe it helps.
kali113 said:
have you tried:
for 4.4:
- with the droid on its back, press vol up + vol down at the same time for 5 seconds, then press power button briefly
for 5.0 & 5.1:
- with the droid on its back, long press power button, and while pressing, press volume up briefly
these worked for me.
When I was looking for it, the was no mentioning of two versions...
maybe it helps.
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The thing is the droid on its back never appears.
@hannah: I missed your reply, but I'm absolutely positive. I can still turn the device on with the power button (it still doesn't boot though), and I've used the volume buttons a lot and they've always worked.
hi! I am just in your situation.
The droid on its back never appears.
My phone is 8gb Euro (Spain), updated to 5.0.2 via OTA
I can boot into system but lots of FC are happening and I cant use the phone. I cant get into Settings...
I need to make a factory reset but recovery is not accesible due to droid not showing and button combo not working.
Any clue? thanks!
I've tried Googling for this and everything keeps coming back to this site, so I figured I'd sign up and see if the good people here can help.
I've got an old Xperia Z3 Compact that I want to downgrade to Android 4.2.2 (I've got a really old app that doesn't work properly on newer versions). I have an even older HTC Desire with CyanogenMod's version of 4.2.2 on it but can't find anything specific for the Sony. I would continue to use the Desire but it destroys batteries (literally, in the time it takes me to go to the bathroom the battery drops from 100% to 92%) and new batteries refuse to charge properly - they seem to charge for a minute or so and then stop charging and the phone trashes them - they'll drop from 50% to 35% in 5 minutes when the phone is in standby mode.
I'm totally new to the concept of changing the ROM in a phone (the Desire, with Cyanogen on it, was given to me by a friend who got bored of it). If there is a single page of instructions to do this I'd really appreciate it - I've tried searching Google and found so many different sites saying different things I'm more confused than I was before.
The oldest firmware version available on the Z3 compact is 4.4 Kitkat so I'm affraid what you're asking for is impossible
hf4al7 said:
The oldest firmware version available on the Z3 compact is 4.4 Kitkat so I'm affraid what you're asking for is impossible
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That's frustrating. I don't think it will work on 4.4 but maybe it's worth a try. It doesn't work on Android 5 and does on 4.2.2
Is there an idiot's guide to flashing a phone around somewhere? I've never done this before and everywhere I look it seems there's a different way of doing things.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/tutorial-how-to-flash-stock-roms-t2240614
https://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/list-stock-firmwares-d5803-d5833-t2906706
You should be good with these two links
When you get to the "installing drivers" part of the instructions, during the installation process, it will show a long list. Choose/check:
- Flashmode Drivers
(it's at the top, and then scroll down, down, down ...)
- Xperia Z3 Compact Device Driver
If you get some certificate warning, just click "Okay, install anyway."
One thing about some of the old versions of apps is that they may not write to the external SD Card.
Thanks for the pointers. I'm finally getting to try this out and only getting as far as the bit where it gives me the flash window. It tells me to press the volume down button and then connect the cable. I'm pressing the volume down button, keeping it pressed as I connect the cable, but it's not going any further. I kept it that way for long enough that my thumb got tired pressing the volume button.
Am I doing something silly? I'm using Windows 10, I think it's the 64-bit version.
I worked it out.
The instructions weren't clear (at least not to me) that the phone needs to be connected to the computer during the startup phase of Flashtool, then when it finally gives the indication to disconnect and power off, that's when you disconnect and power off. I had been trying to connect for the first time at that point, and having no end of trouble.
The phone just needs to be off before holding volume down + connecting cable.
I agree that instructions aren't always clear, but understandable. It's hard to think of every scenario .
I hope 4.4 works out for you.