Hi, so recently I stuffed my One m7 during a battery replacement. I damaged the ribbon plug on the motherboard that connects the touchscreen so now my touchscreen doesn't work.
My device is a 2014 international HTC one m7 in Australia. Unlocked bootloader, rooted, custom ROM Android 5.0.1, custom kernel and Xposed. I haven't been able to locate a replacement board using the part number but I have some options for motherboards on eBay.
However, I can't find an international/AU board. I have found some T-mobile and Verizon which I assume are UK and US?
On close inspection, some of these boards are visibly identical so my question is - can I order one of these identical boards and fit it to work with my device? Thanks
Im guessing the tmobile motherboard may work for you if you unlock it. Im sure the bands are the same for all gsm variants so i think the T-mobile motherboard would work fine. and receive cellular signal without a problem.
How much are the costs on ebay tho?
king_david43 said:
Im guessing the tmobile motherboard may work for you if you unlock it. Im sure the bands are the same for all gsm variants so i think the T-mobile motherboard would work fine. and receive cellular signal without a problem.
How much are the costs on ebay tho?
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Thanks for reply. Costs vary from around $60-$150. I've also been told to try match part numbers as that might cause problems with compatibility
It might be easier to buy a broken m7 from here https://swappa.com/boneyard/search?csrfmiddlewaretoken=7i3WZXfPCSNv7Q2t5S90dFXjpFrZh7Jb&q=htc+m7 or from ebay. As long as its not bricked you can swap the internals and you'll be fine.
I did the same when my motherboard was messed up. I bought one with a cracked screen on eBay and just transplanted all the internals in to my m7 for me at the time it was cheaper than buying another motherboard. Cost me about $70
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Just be sure that it's a gsm version so your sim card works
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king_david43 said:
It might be easier to buy a broken m7 from here https://swappa.com/boneyard/search?csrfmiddlewaretoken=7i3WZXfPCSNv7Q2t5S90dFXjpFrZh7Jb&q=htc+m7 or from ebay. As long as its not bricked you can swap the internals and you'll be fine.
I did the same when my motherboard was messed up. I bought one with a cracked screen on eBay and just transplanted all the internals in to my m7 for me at the time it was cheaper than buying another motherboard. Cost me about $70
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Just be sure that it's a gsm version so your sim card works
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Thanks a lot for that, I'll spend some time looking into them and see what I can find
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Thanks a lot for that, I'll spend some time looking into them and see what I can find
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Just to add that if you are doing what said above, make sure to buy a phone with a clean IMEI. The IMEI number is tied to the motherboard so if you buy a blacklisted phone and take the motherboard to repair your other phone, the repaired phone will have the blacklisted IMEI. But its a valuable option, I wouldn't spent 150 on a motherboard when you can find brand new M7 for 180-200 on ebay. And stay away from Verizon motherboard, you don't want that crap
Thanks! Will keep that in mind. I've resorted to my HTC Sensation for now with an m9 on the way but would have liked to revive the m7 just for the sake of it. It was a good device
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Hi guys,
I had a Galaxy S3 that died (suddent death problem) and I don't want another samsung device. I really liked the One and I need some help choosing the right one.
I liked the Black version a lot and I would like to get one. AT&T uses the same bands that we have here in Brazil and could work here fine. But I would also have to sim unlock it and to unlock the bootloader (for root acess). Additionally, I don't know that are the differences (hardware and software wise) from the AT&T version and the direct HTC version.
Since I will be using her ein Brazil, with no warrant, I will install a custom ROM.
The other option would be ordering the Silver HTC version direclty from HTC Shop online. I will save on tax (I think that HTC doesn't charge tax to ship the phone to California) will get a sim unlocked phone and it will be easier to boot unlock it.
So what do you guys suggest?
BTW: Do you know if I can buy the One AT&T version, in a store without a US address (can be AT&T store or Best Buy)? Of course I'll be buy it with no plan, but I don't know if AT&T would sell it for someone that doesn't have a US address.
Thanks
PS: Do you know if AT&T sells one month pre-paid voice and data plan? Instead of using my own Brazilian number, and paying for international roamming I want to get a one month voice and data plan to use while on my vacation.
Not too sure about the AT&T ones and the bands that are used in Brazil, but I can confirm that black units chip quite easily. There's lots of reports of the colour coming off after some use. My gf's black HTC One already has some parts at the top chip off revealing the silver underneath after less than 2 weeks use, all the while being carried in a leather pouch.
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Not too sure about the AT&T ones and the bands that are used in Brazil, but I can confirm that black units chip quite easily. There's lots of reports of the colour coming off after some use. My gf's black HTC One already has some parts at the top chip off revealing the silver underneath after less than 2 weeks use, all the while being carried in a leather pouch.
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Yeah.. All my previous phones were AT&T version (except for the S3 - I got the International Version) and they all worked fine here. So the AT&T version is second only to the HTC International version.
Didn't know about the chip problem. I always use Skinomi screen and body protector, but even the chip could be a problem in the future.
And how about the Camera glass breaking problem? Does anyone knows if the new units still suffering from this issue?
Dandarebr said:
Yeah.. All my previous phones were AT&T version (except for the S3 - I got the International Version) and they all worked fine here. So the AT&T version is the best choice after the HTC International version.
Didn't know about the chip problem. I always use Skinomi screen and body protector, but even the chip could be a problem in the future.
And how about the Camera glass breaking problem? Does anyone knows if the new units still suffering from this issue?
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I haven't actually seen a broken camera lens, and have not seen any reports of it on any local forums as well (we have a thread for HTC One that is like 3000 pages long now lol). Could be very isolated issues
And do you have any information about Sim Unlock and Bootloader unlock for the AT&T version?
Dandarebr said:
Hi guys,
I had a Galaxy S3 that died (suddent death problem) and I don't want another samsung device. I really liked the One and I need some help choosing the right one.
I liked the Black version a lot and I would like to get one. AT&T uses the same bands that we have here in Brazil and could work here fine. But I would also have to sim unlock it and to unlock the bootloader (for root acess). Additionally, I don't know that are the differences (hardware and software wise) from the AT&T version and the direct HTC version.
Since I will be using her ein Brazil, with no warrant, I will install a custom ROM.
The other option would be ordering the Silver HTC version direclty from HTC Shop online. I will save on tax (I think that HTC doesn't charge tax to ship the phone to California) will get a sim unlocked phone and it will be easier to boot unlock it.
So what do you guys suggest?
BTW: Do you know if I can buy the One AT&T version, in a store without a US address (can be AT&T store or Best Buy)? Of course I'll be buy it with no plan, but I don't know if AT&T would sell it for someone that doesn't have a US address.
Thanks
PS: Do you know if AT&T sells one month pre-paid voice and data plan? Instead of using my own Brazilian number, and paying for international roamming I want to get a one month voice and data plan to use while on my vacation.
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I had an order in with LetsTalk shipping to CA, and they did charge sales tax.
So I found mint HTC First on eBay, the description says it's not activated and not unlocked.
My question is, can I buy it, export to Europe and unlock it using the hack posted here?
I don't have access to AT&T SIM card and never had AT&T account.
Can an unactivated HTC First be unlocked? Is there a way to bypass activation screen?
FXGIO said:
So I found mint HTC First on eBay, the description says it's not activated and not unlocked.
My question is, can I buy it, export to Europe and unlock it using the hack posted here?
I don't have access to AT&T SIM card and never had AT&T account.
Can an unactivated HTC First be unlocked? Is there a way to bypass activation screen?
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thing is...you can but the phone and unlock it im sure. but you will need a sim to tell if its unlocked and be sure about it.
things you should know...
1. the htc first uses a micro sim
2. the htc first has almost zero support from developers and is no longer supported by htc or att
3. the htc first is known to be prone to problems during root and flashing of any kind of kernel or rom
4. it does not have removable storage wich makes our jobs a bit harder.
so if you could, go for another device if you simply dont want to have to constantly mess with it (i personally like to do all the flashing and hacking) so if you want to get a good device cheap...dont use ebay...use this: http://www.cellularcountry.com/
russian392 said:
2. the htc first has almost zero support from developers and is no longer supported by htc or att
3. the htc first is known to be prone to problems during root and flashing of any kind of kernel or rom
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I already have nexus 5 for those purposes
This one is for my relative, she wanted a very small device, with ok specs and under $170. I couldn't find anything better.
Thank you for your reply
FXGIO said:
I already have nexus 5 for those purposes
This one is for my relative, she wanted a very small device, with ok specs and under $170. I couldn't find anything better.
Thank you for your reply
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Alrighty then. Um the first would be a nice device then!
but keep in mind...i dont promise anything. your idea of unlocking it SHOULD work. But if it doesn't idk. If you get it in good condition you could re-sell it.
bam: brand new htc first (mint condition) for 165. I bought mine in "in box" condtion. but it had a bad scratch on it and didnt come with the original stuff. This should be good though and i trust this site better than ebay.
http://www.cellularcountry.com/used...tooth-4g-lte-facebook-white-phone-att-p-33918
or if you want to save some money. you can buy the first in excelent condition but probably without the box for 140
http://www.cellularcountry.com/used...nfc-bluetooth-4g-lte-facebook-white-phone-att
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or if "she" doesnt mind a windows phone
here is a great one for even less
http://www.cellularcountry.com/used...-bluetooth-camera-windows-phone-8-att-p-17798
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but basically...im on att and i have a htc first so i could call att for you and try to get an unlock code or ask them if its possible. idk
FXGIO said:
My question is, can I buy it, export to Europe and unlock it using the hack posted here?
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Yes. Proof is my own phone.
Concerning your second question, I am not sure. I bought mine in mint condition, so it had been unlocked beforehand. But I guess it should work if yiu just put your sim card in the slot abd do the unlock procedure.
Hi,
Many carriers like at and t , verizon offer a very low price for HTC ONE. The price was very reasonable too. But if i buy one (locked - contracted) and unlock it, will it work in India with airtel, idea etc?
It just costs 300USD for a 64GB HTC ONE for a 2 year contacted phone. Factory unlocked and third person unlocked are very pricey ( 400$ ) . So , if i buy one, will it work if i unlock it? If so, how do i unlock it?
Thank You
Hoping For an answer soon .
Sorry if im doing anything wrong, im new here ._.
Anyone? :S
DarkDivith said:
Anyone? :S
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If its a GSM phone, it will work bindaas
If its CDMA, then HELL NO
Verizon and Sprint WILL NOT WORK
The GSM phone will have to be unlocked though.
Just FYI, factory unlocked is a LOT more than $400
A new One will be at least 35K INR
Check on ebay.in... There are few at lower price, and as said by raghav, GSM will work, as mine is working too on idea..... Buy after m8 is released at the end of this month, prices might fall down for htc one
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I know, but i'm not talkin about buying an unlocked phone
att.com/shop/wireless/devices/htc/one-64gb-stealth-black.html
^ here the cost is 300$ which is about 18k inr. I'm askin if i can buy that and unlock it and use in india? Yea, i know about m8, it'll release on 25th.
DarkDivith said:
I know, but i'm not talkin about buying an unlocked phone
att.com/shop/wireless/devices/htc/one-64gb-stealth-black.html
^ here the cost is 300$ which is about 18k inr. I'm askin if i can buy that and unlock it and use in india? Yea, i know about m8, it'll release on 25th.
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You do realize that you'll still have to pay the termination fee in case you break the contract? Also, the price without a contract is $669.
indy1811 said:
You do realize that you'll still have to pay the termination fee in case you break the contract? Also, the price without a contract is $669.
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if i buy it for 300$ and unlock it, ill have to pay more? ;(
My budget is about 20k-25k. That too, ill have to work during my vacation to get that sorta money. Is there anywhere where i can get it in my budget? I really want a htc one
and im scared to risk on the second hand ones :/
DarkDivith said:
if i buy it for 300$ and unlock it, ill have to pay more? ;(
My budget is about 20k-25k. That too, ill have to work during my vacation to get that sorta money. Is there anywhere where i can get it in my budget? I really want a htc one
and im scared to risk on the second hand ones :/
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Its is just a Down-payment for the device, you might have to sign a 1 or 2 year contract with AT&T and use their services.
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DarkDivith said:
if i buy it for 300$ and unlock it, ill have to pay more? ;(
My budget is about 20k-25k. That too, ill have to work during my vacation to get that sorta money. Is there anywhere where i can get it in my budget? I really want a htc one
and im scared to risk on the second hand ones :/
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You can get one for around 25k on Ebay. Look for unlocked ones. These won't carry warranty in India though...
raghav kapur said:
If its a GSM phone, it will work bindaas
If its CDMA, then HELL NO
Verizon and Sprint WILL NOT WORK
The GSM phone will have to be unlocked though.
Just FYI, factory unlocked is a LOT more than $400
A new One will be at least 35K INR
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Will the Verizon HTC One work in India if it is Factory Unlocked?
I'm getting a brand new one in 24.5k in BLR. Your opinion?
kishangoyal said:
Will the Verizon HTC One work in India if it is Factory Unlocked?
I'm getting a brand new one in 24.5k in BLR. Your opinion?
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24.5k is an AMAZING deal
however, the phone needs to be a 'CDMA Global Ready' and must come with a removable SIM to work in India.
Check whether these 2 conditions are met. Or post the link to the phone if available
Bought Xiaomi Mi3.. didn't wanna risk 24k
raghav kapur said:
24.5k is an AMAZING deal
however, the phone needs to be a 'CDMA Global Ready' and must come with a removable SIM to work in India.
Check whether these 2 conditions are met. Or post the link to the phone if available
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Well, I bought a Xiaomi Mi3.. You can find the link in OLX..BLR.
DarkDivith said:
Hi,
Many carriers like at and t , verizon offer a very low price for HTC ONE. The price was very reasonable too. But if i buy one (locked - contracted) and unlock it, will it work in India with airtel, idea etc?
It just costs 300USD for a 64GB HTC ONE for a 2 year contacted phone. Factory unlocked and third person unlocked are very pricey ( 400$ ) . So , if i buy one, will it work if i unlock it? If so, how do i unlock it?
Thank You
Hoping For an answer soon .
Sorry if im doing anything wrong, im new here ._.
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raghav kapur said:
If its a GSM phone, it will work bindaas
If its CDMA, then HELL NO
Verizon and Sprint WILL NOT WORK
The GSM phone will have to be unlocked though.
Just FYI, factory unlocked is a LOT more than $400
A new One will be at least 35K INR
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raghav kapur is spot on. I have got 'like new' gsm phones from ebay and swappa ; sim unlocked them either via software or buying a 3 dollar unlocking service from ebay (there are many of them), and using it in India. I have no experience wiith CDMA phones.
Remember, official warranties never get transferred the moment you buy a pre owned phone. [ymmv as sometimes the US store associates help you out]
I will not recommend signing a US contract and terminating it. If you are not aware of how your credit rating is related to SSN and how it stays on your profile for long long time, please research about this. Credit profiles in US are little tighter compared to credit profiles in India. Further , warranty of US phones is not honored outside US.
Although pricier option, getting a factory unlocked phone 'MAY' give you global warranty and you can get service from India outlets too. Please double check before buying.
raghav kapur said:
If its a GSM phone, it will work bindaas
If its CDMA, then HELL NO
Verizon and Sprint WILL NOT WORK
The GSM phone will have to be unlocked though.
Just FYI, factory unlocked is a LOT more than $400
A new One will be at least 35K INR
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Actually Verizon will work. Ever since the HTC Rezound (Sensation XE clone for Verizon) all HTC phones made for Verizon are SIM unlocked and global ready. They have both GSM and CDMA radio radios in them. Albeit, the GSM radio only supports global frequencies so you have to be sure your carrier uses the same freq.
"Verizon: 800/1900MHZ, UMTS/HSPA 900/2100MHz,GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900MHz, LTE 700MHz (Band 13)"
from HTC's site on what the Verizon branded HTC one will support. Please understand what you are telling people before you say it will not work.
http://www.htc.com/us/smartphones/htc-one-m7/
Source link click specs and scroll to "network" it shows each m7 brand and what frequencies it will support.
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Facebook problem in HTC One M7
Hi,
Facebook app not working on HTC ONE unlocked CDMA phone. Facebook lite is working. Facebook website homepage also not opening on any browser. Phone is under eBay returns guaranteed. Any solution to this?
It finally happened. I got in a hurry and bought a beautiful new HtC one M8 for Sprint from an idiot who apparently still has the phone on his account, and he's probably jumping out on sprint and his bill.
I've bought and sold many phones here- but I got in a hurry and didn't check.
What can be done with this? I'm thinking sell to someone to flash to a prepaid carrier like straighttalk.
Can I unlock it myself so that I will work on other carriers. My research says "no". But I wonder about websites such as this one:
http://www.htcsimunlock.com
Sounds like I've got a little more than a beautiful paperweight.
Honestly it's a fancy music player unless you can SIM unlock it I believe it's possible just got to search around xda
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Look at the list in general section of Rome kernals and misc there's one in there for SIM unlock
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2718150
I just received my RMA and it's a brand new nexus 6 in the box. I'm pretty sure the policy is to return just the device. Anyone have any insight? Am I supposed to return the cables as well?
Smallsmx3 said:
I just received my RMA and it's a brand new nexus 6 in the box. I'm pretty sure the policy is to return just the device. Anyone have any insight? Am I supposed to return the cables as well?
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Lucky bastard
Just the device, they don't care about anything else. I've returned a few before and they told me to keep everything.
That's what I figured, extra turbo charger... Yes please
Was the first one you sent back toast? if it still worked I would have told them that it fell in the river lol use it as a WiFi device.
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I just sent my N6 back as well. The instructions said to keep all of the accessories, but put old phone back into sleeve the RMA phone came in. You are lucky to get a new phone. I got to wait over a week, for a refurbished device.
Word on the street is that experia z3 (maybe all Sony's) and the n6 are the only phones that get sent out a new device if problems occur.
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On T-Mobile at least.
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If I report my n6 stolen with T-Mobile could I still connect it with cricket or another carrier? I know atnt, sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon share the same black list so that won't work but what about other companies?
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If I report my n6 stolen with T-Mobile could I still connect it with cricket or another carrier? I know atnt, sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon share the same black list so that won't work but what about other companies?
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If you report a phone as stolen, it gets blacklisted. It will not be able to be activated on any carrier in the US.
I am struggling with why you would do this, and also why you would bring this type of question here (rhetorical...).
Smallsmx3 said:
I just received my RMA and it's a brand new nexus 6 in the box. I'm pretty sure the policy is to return just the device. Anyone have any insight? Am I supposed to return the cables as well?
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So it was brand new with all accessories as it was when you originally got your first N6? Reason I'm asking I did an RMA last week Saturday and idiots at tmobile told me it would be used which didn't make sense since I was also told it would be coming directly from Motorola.
Got the phone today and it's refurbished that's some BS! I hate T-Mobile they're garbage!