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[Q] [MODDING] Instal a LED FLASH for the camera

Is there ANY possibility to install a LED FLASH on the back of the I9000.
Are there any connections on the mother board that the LED can be soldered on?
I tried looking at the disassembling video but I think a motherboard layout would be useful.
Thanks

No. Not possible.

If you want camera, go get a dedicated camera. No use of hardware modding the phone .

Or you could try using this:
http://www.phonephlash.com/meet.html

dhiru1602 said:
If you want camera, go get a dedicated camera. No use of hardware modding the phone .
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Maybe were your from you like to take all your gadgets with you in the club.
I don't.

[Q] Digitizer remplacement problem

Hi
I bought that ; http://www.ebay.com/itm/LCD-Touch-D...102?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4602f56036
once I installed all the pieces, I restart the cell. It starts, I can hear sound, but no image on the actual screen. What could I do wrong? Does anyone has a video? All I can find on youtube is a video of how to disassembled it but never how to change the digitizer.
Thx for ur help!

SoapShoeS said:
Hi
I bought that ; http://www.ebay.com/itm/LCD-Touch-D...102?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4602f56036
once I installed all the pieces, I restart the cell. It starts, I can hear sound, but no image on the actual screen. What could I do wrong? Does anyone has a video? All I can find on youtube is a video of how to disassembled it but never how to change the digitizer.
Thx for ur help!
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just make sure the flex cables are plugged all the way in.... if the lcd plug is just barely off it will not work...if all are plugged in it should work... there is a chance the part could be bad..(it does happen) if so just return it for another.... but the best advice is check the connections... dont force them... but unplug and replug them... anything that has to be forced is wrong and will cause damage if you force it...
no real need for a video as with the part you have shown is a pretty simple remove a few screws and unplug connections... also inspect the flex cables on the new unit... one small nick in the lcd one and it also could cause this...
hope this helps...

kawgirlval69 said:
just make sure the flex cables are plugged all the way in.... if the lcd plug is just barely off it will not work...if all are plugged in it should work... there is a chance the part could be bad..(it does happen) if so just return it for another.... but the best advice is check the connections... dont force them... but unplug and replug them... anything that has to be forced is wrong and will cause damage if you force it...
no real need for a video as with the part you have shown is a pretty simple remove a few screws and unplug connections... also inspect the flex cables on the new unit... one small nick in the lcd one and it also could cause this...
hope this helps...
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Thx for ur help.
I tought that maybe it had something else to swap or something.
I already sent back one digitizer to the sender cauz the other one wasn't working... So my guest was that if a second one didn't work I was probably the problem but seem not...
When I reinstalled my old (and broken) screen its work like a charm.
Anyway thx for ur help I'll try to reinstall it

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Fell from 1.5mts height - Camera - Recovery - NOT Working

My Nexus One Fell from a height of approx 1.5 meters.
> Now the charging LED is not glowing.
> When i turn on the Camera, the screen completely goes BLACK for about 1 min and then say NOT RESPONDING
> When i dial/call some number i can hear the voice , but the screen goes blank and i cannot hang up the call.
I wanted to Re-Install my OS, but i am not able to enter the Recovery.
I am using 4EXT Touch, the screen stays at the count of 0 and keeps looping there.
I even updated the newest Recovery using the 4EXT recovery APP. but No use.
These are the problems i so far found.
The mobile fell just a few mins back and i am very concerned :crying:
Please help

Seems like all the TOP portion things are not working.
The Proximity sensor is acting ODD.
Some times it does not Turn off the screen. SOme times it does not turn on the Screen.
Please reply.
How to Flash the ROM without entering the custom Recovery ?

I disassembled the mobile and checked if there are any loose connectors but didnt find any.
Please help me

"Fell from 1.5mts height"
AND IT WORKS?!?!?! No broken screen!?? Miracle!!
Best chance is to get a cracked screen/digitizer one on eBay, should cost around $20 or so, and replace the motherboard + camera.

dwegiel said:
"Fell from 1.5mts height"
AND IT WORKS?!?!?! No broken screen!?? Miracle!!
Best chance is to get a cracked screen/digitizer one on eBay, should cost around $20 or so, and replace the motherboard + camera.
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The mobile was having the Silicon Cover so i think it absorbed some force, but some internal parts might have been effected
I dont have any problem with the TOUCH. It works well.
I found no loose connections in the connectors.
Non working things are :
1. Ear phone socket - Does not detect the headset
2. Camera - shows blank screen for a few secs and force closes
3. Proximity Sensor
4. Charging LED
so far i found these issues.
I cant enter the Custom Recovery (4EXT) too.
Please help me.

Should i buy the Mother Board ?
From ebay.in its a bit costly :
Link
HTML:
http://www.ebay.in/itm/USA-HTC-G7-Desire-Google-Nexus-One-Main-LCD-MotherBoard-Board-Flex-Cable-JTP-/290878178827?pt=IN_Mobile_Accessories&hash=item43b9b0c60b&_uhb=1#ht_1696wt_906
Is ther no other solution ?

firoz3321 said:
Should i buy the Mother Board ?
From ebay.in its a bit costly :
Link
HTML:
http://www.ebay.in/itm/USA-HTC-G7-Desire-Google-Nexus-One-Main-LCD-MotherBoard-Board-Flex-Cable-JTP-/290878178827?pt=IN_Mobile_Accessories&hash=item43b9b0c60b&_uhb=1#ht_1696wt_906
Is ther no other solution ?
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Sounds like you've damaged quite a bit of it. It may not be the motherboard that's the only problem, and could mean also replacing screen, etc. Unless you're up to that it could be time to let the Nexus One go..

carmichaelalonso said:
Sounds like you've damaged quite a bit of it. It may not be the motherboard that's the only problem, and could mean also replacing screen, etc. Unless you're up to that it could be time to let the Nexus One go..
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I cant think of letting it go
latest update : My mobile does not Switch ON , it passed away in the sleep ( My poor nexyy :angel: )
If some one can suggest any possible part to replace i would do that. I am not financially ready for another mobile soon.
Please help me.

It could be a variety of parts - any hardware experts here?
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carmichaelalonso said:
It could be a variety of parts - any hardware experts here?
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app
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As of now it started to Switch ON. So it is better than not having it at all.
All the above noted issues are still not working

firoz3321 said:
As of now it started to Switch ON. So it is better than not having it at all.
All the above noted issues are still not working
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I'm sure some items aren't absolutely necessary such as the charging led, but the earpiece and the proximity sensor could be more the problem. At least it boots - better that than nothing at all

carmichaelalonso said:
I'm sure some items aren't absolutely necessary such as the charging led, but the earpiece and the proximity sensor could be more the problem. At least it boots - better that than nothing at all
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Yes i am really Glad it boots. I can use internet and SMS, but Ear Phone is big problem. Proximity Sensor is real Head Ache as i have to reboot after aeery call :crying:

firoz3321 said:
Yes i am really Glad it boots. I can use internet and SMS, but Ear Phone is big problem. Proximity Sensor is real Head Ache as i have to reboot after aeery call :crying:
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Take a look on eBay - there are some ear pieces available (at least in the UK) and proximity sensors. Then if you follow a video which you will likely find you can manually replace these parts to see if they are the problem

Had the same problem; it can be the ribbon cable which is either loose, or completely disconnected. The bad news is that you'll have to disassemble pretty much the whole phone. We've actually damaged one the of the cables once while trying to do this, so if you try it, be very careful! There is a page online somewhere that tells you which cable it is exactly, just search the symptoms:
1. Camera doesn't work
2. Charger LED doesn't work
3. Proximity sensor always shows "near", as a result -the screen remains black after making a call
UPDATE:
Found the link with the picture of which cable it is:
code.go ogle.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=15291
It's a long page, so just scroll down

My Nexus one also has the same issues!
I know that it is coz of the flex cable. the other thing that doesn't work is the camera flash (when you try to use it as a flash light)
luckiely for me the ear phone does work! i am able to use the phone (except for the camera and flash light) for pretty much everything
as i always make/answer the calls using the ear phones, i dont have to worry about the proximity sensor not responding during the calls.
My suggestion would be to try and see if your ear phone is detected or not (may be play a song) and then use it to make some calls.

ant_vas said:
My Nexus one also has the same issues!
I know that it is coz of the flex cable. the other thing that doesn't work is the camera flash (when you try to use it as a flash light)
luckiely for me the ear phone does work! i am able to use the phone (except for the camera and flash light) for pretty much everything
as i always make/answer the calls using the ear phones, i dont have to worry about the proximity sensor not responding during the calls.
My suggestion would be to try and see if your ear phone is detected or not (may be play a song) and then use it to make some calls.
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Unfortunately its not working. I thought i can atleast use for media listening/watching but its not detecting the earphone
there are some dedicated ROMs for usage as Media Players so i thought of it, but no use.
Only possibility will be to use the Bluetooth Headset. (I have Plantronics Backbeat 903+ but my ears pain a lot , doesnt fit will )
If some one can confirm that it is related to the FLEX cable then i can dare to buy it

ques
I had same issues as you.
Basically flex cable is loose and it needs to be attached properly. I have gone to service center and they dis-assembled and corrected it.
Proximity sensor ->camera not working. I can confirm the problem (happen twice to my n1)
@OP: I saw your post regarding NexusOne having booting up on Safe Mode: due to getting wet in rain.
How to resolve it. I am facing safe mode boot up issue. ?

szihs said:
I had same issues as you.
Basically flex cable is loose and it needs to be attached properly. I have gone to service center and they dis-assembled and corrected it.
Proximity sensor ->camera not working. I can confirm the problem (happen twice to my n1)
@OP: I saw your post regarding NexusOne having booting up on Safe Mode: due to getting wet in rain.
How to resolve it. I am facing safe mode boot up issue. ?
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RE: Safe Mode...
I've had this before, all I did was to take my N1 completely apart, until the point where I couldn't see anything else to remove lol!
I then left it to air for the next 48 hours, reassembled and it works!
BUT !
I warn you, if you do this, you MUST make a note of where every piece on your phone goes or you'll regret it at the end!

szihs said:
I had same issues as you.
Basically flex cable is loose and it needs to be attached properly. I have gone to service center and they dis-assembled and corrected it.
Proximity sensor ->camera not working. I can confirm the problem (happen twice to my n1)
@OP: I saw your post regarding NexusOne having booting up on Safe Mode: due to getting wet in rain.
How to resolve it. I am facing safe mode boot up issue. ?
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My case was that the water entered the Trackball.
once it dried it was normal again.
DO NOT USE HAIR DRYER

thanks.
GlennBrownie said:
RE: Safe Mode...
I've had this before, all I did was to take my N1 completely apart, until the point where I couldn't see anything else to remove lol!
I then left it to air for the next 48 hours, reassembled and it works!
BUT !
I warn you, if you do this, you MUST make a note of where every piece on your phone goes or you'll regret it at the end!
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firoz3321 said:
My case was that the water entered the Trackball.
once it dried it was normal again.
DO NOT USE HAIR DRYER
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Yes, patience was the key. After some 24 hours it started working. (Trackball got drenched in water).
Thanks.

[Q] Microphone not working after lcd replacement xperia Z c6603

Hello, I have a problem, that I don't know how to solve, I replace my LCD screen on my xperia Z c6603 with no problem, then I try to call the person on the other sideand he didn't hear me at all. I also updated my phone to latest android version OEM from sony. I try to root the phone and install some customs Rom's but with no luck, MIC is still not working, I have no warranty all the other stuff are working fine,... Can anyone solve my problem, is there any solution to this??
Thanks

igli2 said:
Hello, I have a problem, that I don't know how to solve, I replace my LCD screen on my xperia Z c6603 with no problem, then I try to call the person on the other sideand he didn't hear me at all. I also updated my phone to latest android version OEM from sony. I try to root the phone and install some customs Rom's but with no luck, MIC is still not working, I have no warranty all the other stuff are working fine,... Can anyone solve my problem, is there any solution to this??
Thanks
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Hi
Try to squeeze the earphone little. May help you. If didn't helped so you need to replace it.

I replace mic but the problem is still there. What else can I do?

igli2 said:
I replace mic but the problem is still there. What else can I do?
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That's sad maybe you should use the headset or Bluetooth headset temporarily till you find a solution because I'm not expert in hardware stuff...
TapaTalked from my MultiROM Xperia™ Z (C660²) running Dirty Unicorns OR PAC MAN ROM!

Thanks for apply but I need a solution, I think that this is software problem or something. I hope that some developer will found the solution, and post it here.
Thanks

igli2 said:
Thanks for apply but I need a solution, I think that this is software problem or something. I hope that some developer will found the solution, and post it here.
Thanks
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It's don't seems software issue. If you still have some doubts flash another ROM....
TapaTalked from my MultiROM Xperia™ Z (C660²) running Dirty Unicorns OR PAC MAN ROM!

igli2 said:
Thanks for apply but I need a solution, I think that this is software problem or something. I hope that some developer will found the solution, and post it here.
Thanks
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Ok, first of all do u have problem with mic or earphone? (probably mic) Mic is located on side buttons flex cable so you probably broke it when you move it to the new display. I'm 99% sure that is a problem, not software problem. Side buttons flex is very sensitive and fragile, so please check that first. You can check your mic in xperia test menu: *#*#7378423#*#*, go to service test and microphone. If it doesn't work there than it's a hardware problem (flex).
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neoxx3m said:
Ok, first of all do u have problem with mic or earphone? (probably mic) Mic is located on side buttons flex cable so you probably broke it when you move it to the new display. I'm 99% sure that is a problem, not software problem. Side buttons flex is very sensitive and fragile, so please check that first. You can check your mic in xperia test menu: *#*#7378423#*#*, go to service test and microphone. If it doesn't work there than it's a hardware problem (flex).
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The microphone is the problem I bought new one(the new flex cable with buttons and microphone in the bottom), and it is the same(maybe the new one is defective too..)! I'll try with this test menu today and let you know.
Regards

igli2 said:
The microphone is the problem I bought new one(the new flex cable with buttons and microphone in the bottom), and it is the same(maybe the new one is defective too..)! I'll try with this test menu today and let you know.
Regards
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If you have tried using an alternative microphone (doubt that would be broke as well) that it is probably a problem with another part of the board on the phone.

igli2 said:
The microphone is the problem I bought new one(the new flex cable with buttons and microphone in the bottom), and it is the same(maybe the new one is defective too..)! I'll try with this test menu today and let you know.
Regards
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I have the same problem after the screen replacement.. But I can hear "zzzzzzz" noise with the microphone test on Test menu. But only "zzzzzzz" noise. Cant hear other sounds I made during the recording.

I have the similar issue but in a different way
Device: Sony Xperia Z C6603
I did't replace anything yet. But I have the similar problem. My microphone works for few days and then it stops working. When it stops working the Headphone still works. So I have to depend on Headphone most of the time. I have just tested the service in the above mentioned way of USSD for now its shows no problem but while calling the person in the other end is getting very low noisy volume although I am screaming from this end.
I have installed the Xperia Audio Recorder and tested the microphone there are 2 bars showing the voice level one bar is only going up to 70% and the other one is going full while screaming. My Google Voice Search is also not working without Headphone in this situation. This is a Hardware issue, I think. But the fact which is making me feel that it is a Software issue is that it is automatically getting fixed for few days (2-3 days) after around 10-20 days.
So I want some expert advice at this point so that I don't scramble my phone any extent.

did you change the LCD display or something, I ordered new flat cable for microphone and waitind if this would fix the problem!

neoxx3m said:
Ok, first of all do u have problem with mic or earphone? (probably mic) Mic is located on side buttons flex cable so you probably broke it when you move it to the new display. I'm 99% sure that is a problem, not software problem. Side buttons flex is very sensitive and fragile, so please check that first. You can check your mic in xperia test menu: *#*#7378423#*#*, go to service test and microphone. If it doesn't work there than it's a hardware problem (flex).
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I have this problem and I've already replaced the mic because I broke it on removing it. The interesting thing is I went into that service menu and there was something listed as secondary microphone... Yet I'm fairly certain this phone doesn't have two mics and more importantly it works. Is there anyway I can force my phone to use the 'secondary' microphone? I'll try Sony Update Service as soon as I can fix my SuperSU binary not updating so I can use Titanium Backup.

igli2 said:
did you change the LCD display or something, I ordered new flat cable for microphone and waitind if this would fix the problem!
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Did it fix it?
And regarding my post above, it did not fix it with the reflash and it turns out this phone does have a second mic on the back. Is it possible to force my phone to use that mic as the main mic instead though anyway?

JMSpurs said:
I have this problem and I've already replaced the mic because I broke it on removing it. The interesting thing is I went into that service menu and there was something listed as secondary microphone... Yet I'm fairly certain this phone doesn't have two mics and more importantly it works. Is there anyway I can force my phone to use the 'secondary' microphone? I'll try Sony Update Service as soon as I can fix my SuperSU binary not updating so I can use Titanium Backup.
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Secondary microphone is one on back on your phone, an it's for sound in video recording (that "hole" near the camera). :good:

neoxx3m said:
Secondary microphone is one on back on your phone, an it's for sound in video recording (that "hole" near the camera). :good:
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JMSpurs said:
Did it fix it?
And regarding my post above, it did not fix it with the reflash and it turns out this phone does have a second mic on the back. Is it possible to force my phone to use that mic as the main mic instead though anyway?
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JMSpurs said:
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Didn't see that post, my bad. I think it' s not possible to use that mic as a main mic.
Sent from my C6603 using XDA Free mobile app

Sorry but I bring news you will probably not want to hear, the thing that fixed this for me was buying a new mic. Just be extra careful installing the new one (it's part of the side button flex cable) and don't remove the plastic case in front of the mic. May not be an issue to do so but it's what I did last time and I didn't do it this time when it worked, so to be safe I wouldn't.

May be the receiver bad contact . Try to replace again.

JMSpurs said:
Sorry but I bring news you will probably not want to hear, the thing that fixed this for me was buying a new mic. Just be extra careful installing the new one (it's part of the side button flex cable) and don't remove the plastic case in front of the mic. May not be an issue to do so but it's what I did last time and I didn't do it this time when it worked, so to be safe I wouldn't.
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Hey I know it's been awhile but is this mic you're speaking of different then buying a new flex cable? I'm having the same problem as everyone on here.
Same problem being that I bought a replacement flex cable and it's not working also...
If it's a separate component, can you tell me where you got it from?
Thanks!

Help, my XZ1 C was dead?

Hi!
Please help me!
I installed custom ROM(no SeLinux support) and tested two partitioning programs.
ROEHSOFT PARTITION TOOL
and
ROEHSOFT DRIVE-EXPERT
I did a partition recovery and reboot the phone.
Since then, it doesn't turn on, doesn't charge, no led feedback, can't see the pc, and no fastboot mode, completely dead.
I disassembled, disconnected the battery, but nothing happened.
Died?
What can you do with it even if your PC can't see it?
The two partition programs, in stock rom, did not start, but this rom (selinux is inactive) was ran.
What happened to him being completely dead?
THX

dustinzahn said:
Hi! Please help me!
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Obvious question, have you made sure it’s turned off before you try to boot it? The screen might just be black but the unit still on.
Hold down Vol up (+) and power together until the phone vibrates three times. Wait a couple of seconds, then press the power button once to try and start it.
As long as the screen wakes up, then you’re in with a chance of getting PC Companion or Flashtool to see it and rescue it.
This was an unlocked phone? If no, then there's a slim chance that you haven't done any permenent damage and you might be able to re-flash.
If you don’t get any joy from a reset, then you have rodgered your partition table and there isn’t any way to bring it back from that.

@dustinzahn, in my opinion, changing partition is very risky. Most likely it is a brick already, no way to recover, if it does not enter fastboot nor sony flash mode.

RIP

Hi Guys!
Thanx the answers.
BUT...
XZ1 C doesn't have a testpoint like Z1?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2682255&page=13

THX!
Yes, unlocked, but hiding J4nn-s kernel, OEM closed the menu.
I tried everything.
It doesn't vibrate, can't detect the PC.
In old xperia's, touching testpoint fixed this and entered fastboot.
I can't find a testpoint on this.

dustinzahn said:
XZ1 C doesn't have a testpoint like Z1?
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What's shown in the first post?

dustinzahn said:
I can't find a testpoint on this.
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Maybe post few photos of the mainboard?

j4nn said:
Maybe post few photos of the mainboard?
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Hi!
This picture is low quality, but the f*ucking Ilike phone's camera is ****.
"only my English is worse than that. "

Another

2.

Do you know the IMEI number?
You could register the phone on the Sony Warranty site , then call the helpdesk and say it's stopped working.
You might be required to provide some proof of purchase, but if it's within two years of its original sale, then it's covered by warranty (EU &UK).
Don't worry if you didn't buy it new, the warranty moves with the phone, not the purchaser. If it was sold through a service provider, putting the IMEI number in will tell you when it was origally sold and what, if any, warraty is left.
Edit: might be a bit late if you've pulled it apart

dustinzahn said:
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Sorry, I thought they had posted pics of an Z1C. Unless there is anything under those heat shield things you might be out of luck.

These are much better pictures, I removed the battery, there are a few testpoint candidates.
The battery was glued and not easy to remove.

dustinzahn said:
there are a few testpoint candidates.
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And the results of your testing?

I give up.
Sorry, my English is not very good, I use the google translator, I'm trying to be understandable.
Stupid Sony designed the motherboard that the test point section right on the bottom half. The phone must be disassembled from the display side.
It's almost impossible to press the test point and while using the usb.
I also broke the flex cable, and I was tired and irritated, so the display cable also damaged.
I tried all the existing "test points" , but nothing happened. He probably didn't survive the procedure.
If the motherboard is good, the display and the USB flex replacement is almost a used XZ1C price, so it landed in the drawer. It'll be good for decoration.
But I found my first smartphone, a sony ERICSSON Mt15i, Neo.
I was originally a Sony Ericcson fan.
The touch screen is bad, but I've already assigned it.
I have a z1 compact, there's the power + volume flex cable must replace, I also ordered it.
Neo now works with an OTG + mouse, but the Z1 Compact does not turn on without a button, only indicates charging.
The Hungarian Sony support was big ****, and the Hungarian warranty service doesn't want to help, even though I told them it's the phone no longer a warranty, all I'm asking is that you help me identify the test point.
But no, they're just indoctrinate me, and they think it can only be repaired by replacing a motherboard.
Yesterday I bought a Xiaomi MI Note 10 phone. It's awesome.
I hope the russel5's [Treble/Pie/XZ1c] crDroid will be there as well.
I liked this ROM, but the disabled SeLinux is a big problem, I think the problematic apk is because of what killed the phone. The STOCK and [Treble/Pie/XZ1c] AOSP Extended ROM did not start the apk, even though i gave him root right.
I think the CrDroid ROM's disabled SeLinux let it run.
Maybe the apk was infected, but I use Malwerbyte and Kaspersky.
The Apk name is ROEHSOFT PARTITION TOOL SD-USB and I download from the Aptoide.
I know I'm a ****ing idiot.
Partition program should not have been downloaded from there.