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I'm fairly new to XDA and this is my first post so go easy on me plz So i preordered the note9 and ever since i've had it i've had nothing but issues with the device. First, it was the camera unit buzzing and struggling to focus. I took it in to my nearest Samsung store and well... the overall ordeal was unpleasant. I was in and out of the Samsung store 4-5 times in a month and it took 10 days for them to come to a resolution, but thats not the point. After i had the phone repaired, 2 days later my S-Pen broke. I was taking it out and only the clicker part of the pen came out. Instead of taking it up with Samsung and wanting to avoid having to leave my phone at Samsung again for 'inspection' i decided to fork out the dough and purchase a replacement S-Pen. Now, my phone is exhibiting signs of either burn in or display uniformity. It is extremely visible, when displaying dark images and considering i use 'night mode' indefinitely its really hard to avoid. I even notice it in the Game launcher, notifications tab, settings menu, even in games and apps such as spotify or Youtube.
It really sucks having paid $1500AUD :crying: for a phone that severely lacks quality. I just wanted to know what your experience with the Note9 has been and if you're experiencing the same issues as me. What course of action should i take? I really want to demand a refund.
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The only issue I have had so far is in relation to video calling. I'm not sure about the built in video calling, but when using FB Messenger or Google Duo, it is extremely poor quality, and eventually drops the call, disconnects data from the network and refuses to reconnect it for at least 15 minutes. Verizon can send diagnostics to the device and they say it still has a "background" data connection, but that doesn't really help me much. This has been occurring as long as I've had it. Even after flashing multiple OEM's, resetting things, etc. Only thing to do is have it replaced, but since the back has scratches now, it has to be through insurance. Other then that, there have been no problems.
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Hi Friends,
Not a stranger to CL at all, have scored many-a-deals there, am aware of the necessary pre-cautions that come with CL and testing and buying a phone from there. But, for the first time I am thinking of picking up my first flat-screen TV from CL.
Before everyone throws in the red flags at once ! LOL! The guy, so far, from texts and etc sounds like a well versed professional in healthcare, much like myself. He is moving, and is not taking his TV with him, which he received in September as a birthday present. He's very responsive, organized, in that he set a specific time for meeting at his house to examine the TV. Much like myself, his terms are fair and upfront. He's talked about the minor aesthetic damage on the TV, and wants cash... He's even gone on to say that he prefers selling his items to people who are friendly and upfront on CL. All of these things actually are things that I do/have done while selling on CL myself. So, that's a bit about the seller.
Where I need your help is on... how to MAKE SURE and TEST and LED TV, since I know next to nothing about them, owning them, and etc?
Sample steps phone for a phone might look like this:
1. Turn on wifi, bluetooth, data, and GPS to make sure they work
2. Make a call
3. Turn on the speaker
4. Launch the camera
5. Take a picture, make a video
6. Play it back to hear the audio
7. Check the SD Card
and so on...
What would be the steps I need to follow when buying a used LED TV?
In case you are wondering the TV is: Sony Bravia KDL60EX723
Thank you for your help!
1. Turn on TV
2. Test audio and video
3. Test HDMI
4. Make sure there aren't any dead pixels
5. Test all the ports to make sure they're functional.
6. Ummm... Test the remote?
Sent from my Nexus 7
Check connections like AV and HDMI.
Check if screen has any defects like high or low colour saturation.
Ask for a bill or receipt too
Make sure there is no screen leaks
Before you buy it look at this from the same guy on CL. I think he is pulling something over on you.
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Hello everyone! This morning, I removed the screen protector that came with my replacement display which I have been using for months now because it had too many scratches. After removing it, nothing was out of the blue until I noticed a large patch of uneven pixels in the shape of a rectangle. Can someone explain to me why this happens and the best way to solve it?
I've read some others had luck by just leaving it alone and letting it disappear on its own (usually within a week or so). My screen does not show any signs of screen burn-in and only shows image retention when watching 16:9 content for long periods of time (~usually 40 minutes at most)
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This is an image of my phone with the said rectangle.
App: OLED Tools
The rectangle is mostly noticeable when viewing dark images or gray backgrounds. It is also noticeable when looking at dark greens.
Mine did the same thing after removing my glass screen protector (Dome). Took a good 3 weeks to a month to fade enough that I can just ever ever so slightly notice it. I was really bummed out because the phone is flawless, and I wanted to change to a new protector.
But yeah, it faded away. I just looked again and I can't see it anymore.
I don't understand how the screen protector has anything to do with that or why it wasn't visible before. Disconcerting...
It's really very odd. First phone that has ever done something like that.
All I can say is always use OEM parts with these devices. That includes the adhesive strips.
I've repaired Canon pro cams before and having the exact parts makes the difference.
I hope it works out for you.
blackhawk said:
All I can say is always use OEM parts with these devices. That includes the adhesive strips.
I've repaired Canon pro cams before and having the exact parts makes the difference.
I hope it works out for you.
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It was replaced by an authorized Samsung Service Center I know the parts are legit.
It's been a few weeks now, and it's not as noticeable anymore!
Dropped her in the Yellow Breeches while fishing. About 2 ft deep quick running stream. Took about 10 minutes to find (it got dark and AOD was face up).
Worked perfectly right away (prune fingerprints never work) and until I got home an hour later, then saw this message. Still working perfectly fine at the moment, but will wait it out.
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Looks good to go!
nice demonstration! thanks for letting us know what happens if...
cheers
Thats pretty cool, totally an "thinking outside the box" feature.
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Thats pretty cool, totally an "thinking outside the box" feature.
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Same detection/response capability exists on the 4a which offers no moisture protection. Mine got inn the way of a toppled water glass (light splash) and immediately displayed this message. 15 min later was good to go. Could still use phone during this period, although I opted not to.
Nice feature... My 2xl got wet, no message though. When the battery was low, I naturally plugged it in and of course it cut off immediately. Now it only charges on certain chargers. Would have been nice to have that warning.
So, my "lesson learned" is, if your phone gets wet, do not plug it in until you are sure it is completely dry!
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Dropped her in the Yellow Breeches while fishing. About 2 ft deep quick running stream. Took about 10 minutes to find (it got dark and AOD was face up).
Worked perfectly right away (prune fingerprints never work) and until I got home an hour later, then saw this message. Still working perfectly fine at the moment, but will wait it out.
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Pixel 5a is not waterproof but it is water-resistant. its rating is IP67 which survives fresh water up to one meter for 30 mins max, so you're good to go.
Today we have the option of numerous smartphones with screens usually above 6in and packed with tons of features. We have become used to the gestures and gimmicks that come with the present generation of smartphones and are lost if somehow we misplace these devices even for a short time.
All said and done, we still have found memories of some devices we once owned.
My all-time favorite was a Samsung Marine waterproof and shockproof mobile I had way back in 2010(?)
The device specs compared to today's devices was laughable
Screen Size 1.77 inches
Battery: 1000mh
Camera : 1.3 MP camera,
flash, bluetooth, GPRS connectivity & JAVA support.
Display Type TFT-LCD, 256K colors
Resolution 120 x 160 pixels
Pixel Density 113 ppi
Operating System Proprietary Samsung
Internal Memory 7 MB
Expandable 8 GB, MicroSD
Keypad Alpha-Numeric
No WIfi, No Headphone connector,
The phone was put through a proper shock-test one day as it fell from my pocket on to a busy street while I was riding a motorbike. When I retrieved it, not only was it working, there were also no scratches on it!! I was located in Mumbai then and had carried this phone through many a rain. Never did it give me any problem.
Finally had to move to larger and costlier models as the need to browse emails and reply to social media posts became the deciding factor over simplicity.
Which is your favorite mobile phone model and why ?
A Samsung ruggedized flip top still running after almost 12 years. A tough, rugged phone.
Never any repairs other than a battery.
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Good old Nokia E72, but E6 wasn't terrible either. Old-style screen where you don't need backlight during the day; battery that ACTUALLY lasted a week; all the internet fluff; and THE very best QWERTY like no one else has ever made then and since.
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Good old Nokia E72, but E6 wasn't terrible either. Old-style screen where you don't need backlight during the day; battery that ACTUALLY lasted a week; all the internet fluff; and THE very best QWERTY like no one else has ever made then and since.
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Unlight LCDs, that takes me back...
My 89 Motorola mobile phone actually was a phone. The red LED display reminded me of Nix tube technology. Coverage and rates were another story. Unlimited calling, no such thing
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And all Google offered me was a $`133 for trade in, i had medical reports that far exceeded that, and thats google charger too
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And all Google offered me was a $`133 for trade in, i had medical reports that far exceeded that, and thats google charger too
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Is it the phone or the case? What's that ring? I don't have that on my pixel 7
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Is it the phone or the case? What's that ring? I don't have that on my pixel 7
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"And it burns burns burns the ring of fire."
I'm fairly certain that's a magsafe compatible case charging ring reason than it is a "Pixel 7 [itself] is starting...fire hazard" device issue/reason....
You're lucky Google is giving you anything for it....that is most definitely not Google's fault as a manufacturer; there is no way this is a Samsung Note 7 exploding issue nor has there been any news/public statements claiming anything like it -- I'm fairly certain you may have misrepresented it as such, but they still sent something to appease you, so I imagine you should be happy at that (even if it doesn't quite cover all the medical bills that have resulted by this)....
Yeah, I understand the phone got hot causing the magnet to heat up but it wasn't designed for this. Depending on how that magnet works in relation to things like reverse charging, that wasn't something Google implemented to be used. If it was a factory Google case then I would understand. Like I said though I do see your point. I would suggest anyone who's able to root, flash a custom ROM like lineage and you won't deal with any of these heating issues. Android 14 also runs a lot cooler because it doesn't have the issue with pixel launcher anymore, at least it seems that way so far.