Are you kidding me LG? - T-Mobile LG G2x

ok, I had sent my g2x for repair due to severe backlight bleeding( the top of the screen was actually separating at the top) I send it in. two weeks later I get it back. the issue is still there and what did they repair? The sheet said they replaced the housing due to a scratch. There was not a single scratch on the phone so they repaired something that didnt need to be repaired and ignored what did. I called them up and told them everything. This time they sent me a shipping label to send it back to them. I spoke to a supervisor and they even said that my phone didnt sound like the normal bleeding and they would correct it. I send it back in.. today I get it back, screen bleeding is still there, screen seperation is still there and to make matters worse the screen now has 3 dead pixels that were not there before. What does the repair sheet say? They replaced the SD/Sim reader because it was faulty. ummm no it wasn't.. it was working perfectly before I sent it in.. I really cant believe them.. now I have to send it in for a 3rd time!!!!

Wow! I bought my first and last lg product.

yea bro that is some crazy ****, its like u gotta treat them like little kids and hold there hand thru the process , im sure u couldnt have been much clearer, FIX MY SCREEN , lol idk anyways man good luck dude i hope everything works out for u

Wow that sounds awful man... I hope I never have to send anything to LG.
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Man, that's some sugar honey iced tea! This was my first LG phone also and will be going back to HTC after this little fiasco into the unknown.

dkb218 said:
Man, that's some sugar honey iced tea! This was my first LG phone also and will be going back to HTC after this little fiasco into the unknown.
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How can you compare his horrible experience to a sugary sweet thirst quenching beverage delight?!
That's just ****, I say!
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If I were you I would consider reporting this to their human resources department. Most of the time the supervisors and employees of the technical department can be incompetent. I would advise you to ask for their human resources department. File a complaint that this has happened multiple times and that way human resources would have to call in those employees who keep screwing up your device's repair. Seriously, because at this point they are just bullshitting if you can send it in twice and they wont fix anything that needs to be fixed.

I keep reading these stories about faulty phones. I haven't had any problems with mine. I've flashed all the Roms on this thing and have never had any issues with reboots or anything like that. Maybe I'm just one of the Lucky ones that got one of their products that actually works.
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tjbunch1228 said:
how can you compare his horrible experience to a sugary sweet thirst quenching beverage delight?!
That's just ****, i say!
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lmao! 10987654321

mannyg78 said:
I keep reading these stories about faulty phones. I haven't had any problems with mine. I've flashed all the Roms on this thing and have never had any issues with reboots or anything like that. Maybe I'm just one of the Lucky ones that got one of their products that actually works.
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So happy for you! In tears thinking about your perfect phone Now what do you recommend the rest of us with jacked G2x do? Can we each borrow yours for a day? You seem to be gloating about your fancy shamcy phone. Share the love.

Don't get all butt hurt. I'm just saying that I haven't had any issues. I have a few friends who have this same phone and they don't have any of these problems either.
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ok, I had sent my g2x for repair due to severe backlight bleeding( the top of the screen was actually separating at the top) I send it in. two weeks later I get it back. the issue is still there and what did they repair? The sheet said they replaced the housing due to a scratch. There was not a single scratch on the phone so they repaired something that didnt need to be repaired and ignored what did. I called them up and told them everything. This time they sent me a shipping label to send it back to them. I spoke to a supervisor and they even said that my phone didnt sound like the normal bleeding and they would correct it. I send it back in.. today I get it back, screen bleeding is still there, screen seperation is still there and to make matters worse the screen now has 3 dead pixels that were not there before. What does the repair sheet say? They replaced the SD/Sim reader because it was faulty. ummm no it wasn't.. it was working perfectly before I sent it in.. I really cant believe them.. now I have to send it in for a 3rd time!!!!
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Dude I will never purchase another LG product ever. My refrigerator is LG and guess what its faulty also, the Ice maker works when it wants to and it also reboots.
You should link up with the dude who filed the Class Action Suit against LG and have your issue added to the case as they are in breach of warranty.
Samsung and HTC FTW!!!
Note: I heard that even their new Cine-LED TVs have a rebooting problem.

Update: I didn't send it in for a 3rd time; Instead I waited for them to respond to my BBB complaint. I got a call from LG yesterday about the complaint and told them about the ordeal. She called me back today and told me they would send me a new phone. All I have to do is sign a waiver and send back the old phone (charger, battery and all) and she will next day air out a new one to me. I'm thinking this will be from their new batch(hoping it's not a refrib but dont think it will be since she wants me to send back everything). I will report back when I get the replacement.
I will be selling it when I get it anyway as I moved to sprint. True unlimited data, $125 port credit per line, True GV integration plus 23% of my monthly bill. I couldnt resist. At least I'll have a brand new g2x to sell when it comes

BBB comes through! Love them. What phone are you getting in sprint?
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unique77 said:
BBB comes through! Love them. What phone are you getting in sprint?
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I got the evo 3d for me and the nexus s for my daughter. I wanted to wait until the next nexus but the 125 porting credit ended on saturday (i ordered friday hehe)

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G2X No Longer on T-Mobiles Website

So if you go to T-Mobile's site and search for the G2x the only products that come up are the home dock and the car dock.
Any ideas as to why this could be?
Edit: was told the phone was on backorder via chat with rep. Sounds fishy. Even if the phone were on backorder they would still sell the phone and advise the purchaser that it was on backorder.
http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/Phones/cell-phone-detail.aspx?cell-phone=T-Mobile-G2x-with-Google
Wow
Wow, either they are admitting there are problems and removing it from sale for now or just an error. Gotta swing by a store and see if they still have it.
I notice they advertise it on their main page, but if you go to shop all phones its not there.... very weird. Hopefully they're not ditching out on the phone
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Interesting.
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Oh no
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http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/Phones/cell-phone-detail.aspx?cell-phone=T-Mobile-G2x-with-Google
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I can't click the "Add to Cart" button. It's grayed out, can anyone confirm this?
Also, this http://www.tmonews.com/2011/05/has-the-g2x-been-pulled-from-store-shelves-due-to-quality-issues/
I hope it's just an inventory thing. I don't wanna find out there's something wrong with this phone, the fact being the G2x I just bought from Amazon is on it's way now.
tmonews has an article about this now
http://www.tmonews.com/2011/05/has-the-g2x-been-pulled-from-store-shelves-due-to-quality-issues/
If it is a QC issue I wonder what T-Mobile will do about it. Complete refunds or exchanges of similar devices - i.e., Sensation.
I doubt they would drop the product all together or that they will issue refunds or excahnges. My theory is that they might stop sales until a update is released.
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I doubt they would drop the product all together or that they will issue refunds or excahnges. My theory is that they might stop sales until a update is released.
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If they did pull it for QC issues I really hope they do either give me a refund or exchange it for a comparable device (sensation I'm guessing)
Just remember the G1... they pulled it out of the lineup to catch up. Same thing went for the HD2, and a few others. You'll notice the magenta sidekick is in the same boat for upgrades. It's not quality, it's "we way oversold." I confirmed this with a friend that works in a call center.
Omitted !!!!
WoW I'm glad I returned mine, not saying that they wouldn't have taken it back any ways but this is a huge blow. If I were g2x owner I'd take it back today!
I agree with bored PC. Too much sold means no stock to support the user.
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WoW I'm glad I returned mine, not saying that they wouldn't have taken it back any ways but this is a huge blow. If I were g2x owner I'd take it back today!
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Why and what phone would we get to replace the g2x when sensation haven't came out yet
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Why do people care so much whether your current phone is on the website or not? I understand people interested in buying it but why do you care if you already have a G2X? You have a T-Mobile and Manufacturer warranty and if you are worried, return the phone.
My phone is far from perfect but yet the G2X is still the best phone I've ever owned. I couldn't care less if they stopped selling it. Might actually be cool to have a limited edition phone
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Why do people care so much whether your current phone is on the website or not? I understand people interested in buying it but why do you care if you already have a G2X? You have a T-Mobile and Manufacturer warranty and if you are worried, return the phone.
My phone is far from perfect but yet the G2X is still the best phone I've ever owned. I couldn't care less if they stopped selling it. Might actually be cool to have a limited edition phone
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Ur obviously not getting the point here. If they pulled the device for Qc issues and they push out new versions or fixed devices then ppl who already have the phone that has issues want to know if they can get a replacements. You have the device and it mysteriously disappears from tmo site, wouldn't I concerned that ur device is faulty
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just spoke to TMO, they said they have no information about it but I spoke to an account specialist in customer loyalty and asked if it does turn out to be true would they offer refunds or replace the phone, they said yes they would if it ends up to be true. They would either repair it, replace it(Guess when they fix the issues) or give a like device
Suprah said:
Why and what phone would we get to replace the g2x when sensation haven't came out yet
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I have an N1 so when I took back my G2x went back to it. I am patient and await the out of come of this craziness to determine wheter I'm going to just wait for the Hercules to come out. I refuse to get another HTC device until they fix their battery consumption issues.
I got stuck on a trip - my G2X battery started getting EXTREMELY hot and eventually would not charge past 20% - and had to go get another phone. No choice, had to have a phone.
TMobile was "kind" enough to replace my battery, despite the fact that the G2x constantly reboots, and has screen bleed.

Rep says g2x no longer backordered/new stock?

I called in because my replacement g2x was defective and I was told by the rep that g2x was no longer backordered. I even asked her specifically and she told me that I guess they got new stock? Anyone else call in today that can verify?
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g2x ofs problem phone.
move ahead!
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enmass90 said:
I called in because my replacement g2x was defective and I was told by the rep that g2x was no longer backordered. I even asked her specifically and she told me that I guess they got new stock? Anyone else call in today that can verify?
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It's been back in stock for the past few days. I got two overnighted in a span of two days. No backordered notifications whatsoever.
Spoke to a rep yesterday. All i want is a battery replacement. He said it was backorder. And I got text this morning my battery shipped. I was told there was delay on battery because the G2X is back-order.
Found it strange that I got notification that item shipped. On my account website is said replacement. I really hope its not a G2X. I just want a battery. I'll report back what happens
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Spoke to a rep yesterday. All i want is a battery replacement. He said it was backorder. And I got text this morning my battery shipped. I was told there was delay on battery because the G2X is back-order.
Found it strange that I got notification that item shipped. On my account website is said replacement. I really hope its not a G2X. I just want a battery. I'll report back what happens
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I ordered a replacement battery last night. The email I received has this line item listed:
EXCH LG BATTERY FL-53HN EXCH LG BATTERY FL-53HN
Did they tell you that you had to play a shipping charge for the battery? I talked to two "managers" and they said they couldn't waive the shipping charge. I don't see a charge to my account yet though. The whole thing just seems weird to me. I never heard of having to pay anything for a replacement under warranty.
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I ordered a replacement battery last night. The email I received has this line item listed:
EXCH LG BATTERY FL-53HN EXCH LG BATTERY FL-53HN
Did they tell you that you had to play a shipping charge for the battery? I talked to two "managers" and they said they couldn't waive the shipping charge. I don't see a charge to my account yet though. The whole thing just seems weird to me. I never heard of having to pay anything for a replacement under warranty.
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i paid 11.99 for a replacement battery...im guessing its for shipping. it was that bad (the battery) so i needed it in 3 days
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it still says out of stock on the site if you try to order a new phone.
I agree with the theory that the G2X is about to be dropped by Tmo. When I spoke last week to someone from the presidents office about my situation, the person I spoke with implied no less. I definately left the conversation thinking tmobile is dropping the G2X. Of course they never actually SAID it. Really. I could have misinterpreted what they were saying, but it seemed clear at the time.
What HAS struck me is the unevenness in the way Tmo is treating everyone. Looks like they are doing as little or as much as it takes. But some of the experiences I'm reading about are completely different than mine. I've been treated very well in the end by Tmo. I love them compared to Sprint and MetroPCS. I'm a very squeeky wheel for sure though.
That said, although I thought I was promised a refurbed one in an ORIGINAL box (that is specifically what I asked for)this time, I received a refurb with the most ridiculous two piece sticker over the screen. It was in the same white unmarked shipping box that I've been receiving the other returns in. This one had all the accessories including a cover, but it wasn't what I wanted.....I have not had a working phone since day one and really really resent no longer having a matching box.
This fifth one, knock on my wooden head, seems good though! It is the first one that is an acknowleged refurb. No reboots in two days, and data has worked great. I had almost forgotten that my fourth one, as well as the other issues, also had a washed out screen with the whites looking darker. When I turned on this fifth one side by side, it was very obvious. The whites on number five are brighter and several shades lighter....very obvious.
And it's the same as my third one in that the screen bleed either goes all the way across the top or isn't there. LOL, it depends on your perspective. I think it isn't there, my wife says it is. Regardless, it is way better than the last one!
Please oh please no reboots!
So I'm very happy as of now. I've said all along that all I want is a good one.
But I'm still pretty bummed to not have a matching box.
I put my Sensation up for Sale and then promptly took it off.......don't wanna jinx things. Might need it for backup. But I sure do prefer the G2X and I hope it keeps working for me....
But I do think T Mobile will be dumping the G2X. Hope I'm wrong.
But what will the conspiracy theorists do now?
Oh yeh...find another conspiracy.
Well it's just an opinion. But really think about it. If it is (worst case?)Sept or later until an update and they are having the big problems we've heard fixing it, why would they keep selling it? Makes no sense. We all know it's a great phone, but they can't continue this way until Sept. or longer. That is a long time. They have to sell reliable phones.
Not a conspiracy theory as much as common sense really IMHO.
I talked with some reps at 2 local stores and they said they have some in stock but have not sold any in the last 2 weeks. One of them also said he's had about 5 people come back and exchange it for something else so he's not even reccomending it any more. That right there tells me Tmobile was lying about the reason for the price increase. Think about it. Why would they charge $250 for a phone that's worth $500 when there selling the Sensation for $200 and its worth $550. I asked what sold more and he said the Sensation is selling much better than the G2X ever did.
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I talked with some reps at 2 local stores and they said they have some in stock but have not sold any in the last 2 weeks. One of them also said he's had about 5 people come back and exchange it for something else so he's not even reccomending it any more. That right there tells me Tmobile was lying about the reason for the price increase. Think about it. Why would they charge $250 for a phone that's worth $500 when there selling the Sensation for $200 and its worth $550. I asked what sold more and he said the Sensation is selling much better than the G2X ever did.
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X store, x employee, does not dictate what T-Mobile is doing. Again, unless an official statement is released, this is all rumor and gossip.
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GideonX said:
X store, x employee, does not dictate what T-Mobile is doing. Again, unless an official statement is released, this is all rumor and gossip.
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Did you quote the wrong post or did you not comprehend what I said. I didn't say either rep told me what Tmobile is doing. Both of them told me what's going on in there particular stores. I was simply proposing a question as to why the G2X had a increase in price when its worth less (retail) than the Sensation. So my question to you would be, what exactly did I state to be a fact in my post?
It's not a rumor that both of the reps in there respective stores said they have had them in stock for 2 weeks and have had multiple people return them for something else.
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Did you quote the wrong post or did you not comprehend what I said. I didn't say either rep told me what Tmobile is doing. Both of them told me what's going on in there particular stores. I was simply proposing a question as to why the G2X had a increase in price when its worth less (retail) than the Sensation. So my question to you would be, what exactly did I state to be a fact in my post?
It's not a rumor that both of the reps in there respective stores said they have had them in stock for 2 weeks and have had multiple people return them for something else.
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Statement I made was in reference to you stating tmo is lying. Two stores telling you something doesn't mean anything.
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Statement I made was in reference to you stating tmo is lying. Two stores telling you something doesn't mean anything.
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That's my opinion that Tmobile is lying. I didn't state it as fact. I simply proposed a question as to why they raised the price of the G2X.
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X store, x employee, does not dictate what T-Mobile is doing. Again, unless an official statement is released, this is all rumor and gossip.
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What if they stopped selling it for 6 months without an official statement would you still believe they would be brining it back?
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What if they stopped selling it for 6 months without an official statement would you still believe they would be brining it back?
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Sure, but by then I'd already be on another device so it doesn't matter to me
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So I just got my 3rd g2x sent to me and thisbone appeared to be brand new. All the original plastics no finger prints...nothing. even the plastic on the lock screen. GPS works perfectly very little light leakage. No reboots so far...hmmm. maybe they fixed them or made new ones?
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ickster said:
I agree with the theory that the G2X is about to be dropped by Tmo. When I spoke last week to someone from the presidents office about my situation, the person I spoke with implied no less. I definitely left the conversation thinking tmobile is dropping the G2X. Of course they never actually SAID it.
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The odds of them dropping the G2x are about zero or twice that. The phone flew off the shelves. You have ultimate perfectionist trying to exchange their phones 5 or more times just to get the perfect G2x in their minds.
The 2.3 release is coming with a ton of fixes for the phone. Yes it is late, the G2x has enough hardware to keep it a current item for a year at least.
If you have enthusiasts going to all sorts of extremes to get G2x's, going exchange crazy....you have to see the desire for this phone.
All these G2x customers need to do is walk away from the G2x...instead they want their marriage to work out. Why would T-Mobile drop that phone. Why? Yes they will fix the software, but dropping the phone is a crack pipe dream.
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The odds of them dropping the G2x are about zero or twice that. The phone flew off the shelves. You have ultimate perfectionist trying to exchange their phones 5 or more times just to get the perfect G2x in their minds.
The 2.3 release is coming with a ton of fixes for the phone. Yes it is late, the G2x has enough hardware to keep it a current item for a year at least.
If you have enthusiasts going to all sorts of extremes to get G2x's, going exchange crazy....you have to see the desire for this phone.
All these G2x customers need to do is walk away from the G2x...instead they want their marriage to work out. Why would T-Mobile drop that phone. Why? Yes they will fix the software, but dropping the phone is a crack pipe dream.
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The two stores near my house have a stock of G2X's and haven't sold any in the past 2 weeks. I know its just two stores but you would think if there flying off the shelves, they would be doing the same there. Like I said in a previous post. Both stores told me they had multiple G2Xs come back and exchange it for another phone so its not just the perfectionist doing it. I would think that if someone has a phone that turns off on them, most likely there going to return it. I don't think those people are returning for screen bleed but you get the picture
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Screen Bleed Swap out days are over

After only a single attempt at a warranty replacement I finally got word from TMO today that they will no longer swap handset's for screen bleeding issues. The rep told me that it is now considered a known issue and will not swap anymore phones because they know that the new one will have the same issues as well. I asked if she knew anymore information about it and she said the only thing that they know is that LG is working on a permanent fix.
I asked if that meant a new handset for those with the screen issue and of course she did not know but also stated that the fix/replace/repair is definitely a hardware problem and LG is expected to make right on it. So for now Ill deal with random reboots, shutdowns, and crappy battery until the update. I'm just curious on how they are going to remedy the situation. Hopefully a release comes out soon at least identifying the issue.
So if you can still trade in then by all means go for it. I have had two reps tell me now that as of the 24th, they no longer exchange due to screen bleed. I didnt push the issue on a new phone cause I like this phone and want to see how it all turns out now that LG has the ball.
I originally posted an article on the issue here at Gear Diary
Here is the new post that went live today. Bleed Article Pt 2
I'd be willing to bet T-Mobile and LG lost money on this phone...I know they lost money by letting me keep mine...HAHA
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I'd be willing to bet T-Mobile and LG lost money on this phone...I know they lost money by letting me keep mine...HAHA
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I bet, this has been a huge farce for both companies, maybe both will come out of this having learnt something though..............yeah right!!!! lol
On another note I did speak with a CSR today her name was Nicole. She told me she could exchange for another if I wanted or she could offer me a nice discount on another phone. I rejected both, I was just trying to fish for information. So maybe the whole we are not replacing news hasn't filtered down to everyone yet, or you just got a rep that is tired of exchanging out G2X's
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After only a single attempt at a warranty replacement I finally got word from TMO today that they will no longer swap handset's for screen bleeding issues. The rep told me that it is now considered a known issue and will not swap anymore phones because they know that the new one will have the same issues as well. I asked if she knew anymore information about it and she said the only thing that they know is that LG is working on a permanent fix.
I asked if that meant a new handset for those with the screen issue and of course she did not know but also stated that the fix/replace/repair is definitely a hardware problem and LG is expected to make right on it. So for now Ill deal with random reboots, shutdowns, and crappy battery until the update. I'm just curious on how they are going to remedy the situation. Hopefully a release comes out soon at least identifying the issue.
So if you can still trade in then by all means go for it. I have had two reps tell me now that as of the 24th, they no longer exchange due to screen bleed. I didnt push the issue on a new phone cause I like this phone and want to see how it all turns out now that LG has the ball.
I originally posted an article on the issue here at Gear Diary, and have a new updated post going live tomorrow.
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Ha... I've swapped out over 5 Mytouch 4Gs and the best way to go about it is through the chat on their website.
It all depends on the Rep. I read on the MT4G forum they quit swapping out phones for the screen issue with that phone... It's a wash. Depends on who you talk to and how their day is going apparently.
If at first you don't succeed... Call another rep... LOL
unless they notate the account and we get a sweet big red pop up saying DONT DO IT when you walk into a brick and mortar.
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I'd be willing to bet T-Mobile and LG lost money on this phone...I know they lost money by letting me keep mine...HAHA
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It's really an easy fix.....they just need to limit the backlight output to about 45% of the current max.
The screen bleed will almost never be visible, at that new max brightness. Of course when outside, and you want to kick up the brightness to max....it just won't perform the same.
The Optimus Black is supposed to be the new NOVA screens....I have not bothered to check to see what the bleed complaints are over there. Switching out the G2x to the NOVA screen as an undocumented upgrade would not be out of the question.
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It's really an easy fix.....they just need to limit the backlight output to about 45% of the current max.
The screen bleed will almost never be visible, at that new max brightness. Of course when outside, and you want to kick up the brightness to max....it just won't perform the same.
The Optimus Black is supposed to be the new NOVA screens....I have not bothered to check to see what the bleed complaints are over there. Switching out the G2x to the NOVA screen as an undocumented upgrade would not be out of the question.
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I've heard the Nova displays are supposed to perform good in direct sunlight but Vlad from Engadget said it falls well short of performing well in direct sunlight.
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brett_day said:
I bet, this has been a huge farce for both companies, maybe both will come out of this having learnt something though..............yeah right!!!! lol
On another note I did speak with a CSR today her name was Nicole. She told me she could exchange for another if I wanted or she could offer me a nice discount on another phone. I rejected both, I was just trying to fish for information. So maybe the whole we are not replacing news hasn't filtered down to everyone yet, or you just got a rep that is tired of exchanging out G2X's
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This is totally YMMV with the reps. She had to take some time and look it up in the "knowledge base" and said that she learned something new. It may have just been me but the rude chat representative and now the rep from the phonecall said the same thing. I guess it all depends on how much you push. I was most happy just to know that now it is seen as a legitimate issue by both TMO and LG and am waiting for the resolve.
I just got one swapped out yesterday. They gave me free overnight shipping too. This is like the 5th time, if its not free I guess I'm confident ill get to keep it. You see I learned during my call yesterday that they now charge five bucks for using warranty, that's a change in contract, 30 days to reject the new changes. Even still, I'm on my 5th G2X, completelly unacceptable!
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See this is an example of why t-mobile sucks. They've sold phones that THEY KNOW ARE DEFECTIVE...and won't replace them. I understand it'd be stupid to replace them with another G2X - but they should a) give us our money back or b) exchange it for another phone like the sensation or mytouch4G. The fact that they don't is probably grounds for a lawsuit. If anyone is interested I'm thinking of filing one.
Luckily for me, I only had to swap mine once to get a phone without backlight bleed. Even on max, it's hardly noticeable. My first one was horrible, even below 50%. Now, the wait for an update begins.
im getting a replacement but there charging me 20 bucks to do so! i got the shiz end of the deal
Or they could directly seal the screen to the glass like. In the iphone and galaxy s lineup
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See this is an example of why t-mobile sucks. They've sold phones that THEY KNOW ARE DEFECTIVE...and won't replace them. I understand it'd be stupid to replace them with another G2X - but they should a) give us our money back or b) exchange it for another phone like the sensation or mytouch4G. The fact that they don't is probably grounds for a lawsuit. If anyone is interested I'm thinking of filing one.
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They are offering the mytouch 4g for exchange. They hard one to get them to do is the exchange to the sensation.
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Offered a g2x or sidekick. Guess I'm getting another g2x...
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Offered a g2x or sidekick. Guess I'm getting another g2x...
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Please look at the date of the last post before reviving dead threads.
People r still having to swap out the phones, so it is still relevant.
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People r still having to swap out the phones, so it is still relevant.
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no... nobody cares... its one thing to revive on that is weeks old its another to revive one that is 6 months old...
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People r still having to swap out the phones, so it is still relevant.
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no... nobody cares... its one thing to revive on that is weeks old its another to revive one that is 6 months old...
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You're rude all over the G2x section. Why so angry?
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The screen bleed thing is a thing of the past
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Not necessarily. If you bring up prices in asking for a replacement (i.e. I paid $180 for my G2x and Sensation is now cheaper) they'll frequently feel pressured into sending you one. My brother swapped his out for a Sensation, claimed the Sensy had overheating problems, and got a replacement MT4G Slide.
When I popped that response into the google narcissism translator, this is what it spit out: i wanted to post something that offers zero value to this thread, xda, or anyone else in this world. As a matter of fact, I wanted to post something that has zero value for a single thing on this entire earth, outside of puffing up my ego. I'm so thankful I have avenues such as the internet to sharpen and feed my narcissism. I'm so full now.. I'm so happy. I feel great. Wow, it's like a drug. I hope someone argues with my stance so I can keep getting fed....

My Assurion Experience

Ok, so I've never had insurance on a phone, but thought I should with this phone, and I'm glad I did.
Needing a replacement, I started a claim online. The paperwork was pretty straight forward. I faxed them back, then talked to a rep (their site went down and I could not check on my claim) I received my phone the next day, that simple. I cannot tell you how easy it was and how happy I am I took out the insurance, now.
I am only telling you all this b/c anyone 'on the fence' about insurance, really shouldn't be. To me, at this point with a 5-600$ phone, no question, and to make matters better...it was soooo easy.
there was one little 'hook'. when I opened the battery door, the void sticker was activated. So, this was a refurb, <which I expected> but when I called to make sure Assurion knew this and had it noted in my account, the rep put me on hold to 'talk to her supervisor'. She had me on hold for about 10 minutes when she came back and said that the replacement came from VZ, not Assurion, and that it should NOT have been a refurb.
This phone works just fine and I'm happy with it, and frankly just happy to have a tbolt back. So, I opted to keep it and not have another shipped. Besides, they give you a 1 year warranty starting when you receive your replacement.
Again, I'm just writing this here because if anyone is thinking about getting the insurance, I can testify that their service is A+, everyone on the phone was great and the process was much easier than I thought it would be.
Hope this helps someone else.....
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This is good to know. My tb is fine sorta. I haven't met anyone who's TB kills battery like mine buy that may be how I use mine. The finish on my kickstand is peeling and my kickstand is bent and won't fully close. I was thinkin of breakin my screen so I can get a replacement from insurance but people here get butt hurt about that kinda stuff for stupid reasons. Anyways its good to know. I have had insurance on my phones for the past 6 years or so but I never have used it
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Quite frankly, as good as they treated me, I would call them and just lay it on the line with them. All they can do is say no, right?
xXJay_RXx said:
This is good to know. My tb is fine sorta. I haven't met anyone who's TB kills battery like mine buy that may be how I use mine. The finish on my kickstand is peeling and my kickstand is bent and won't fully close. I was thinkin of breakin my screen so I can get a replacement from insurance but people here get butt hurt about that kinda stuff for stupid reasons. Anyways its good to know. I have had insurance on my phones for the past 6 years or so but I never have used it
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Getting a new Incredible 2 to replace an Incredible that i got when my son broken his Incredible last November
Last week His Incredible overheated
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My only issue with using a claim through them is that after i receive the phone from them, it completely invalidates my warranty from verizon... meaning if after a month the replacement phone stops working and i goto a VZW store, they say "Oh well you got this from Asurion, so you need to call them for a warranty replacement".
Very inconvenient.... however better than paying full retail for a replacement.
Not really make a folder call it phone claim put all your info in email online.
Phone craps out go back to your saved email folder open saved info which will hyperlink to phone claim online track a package do the second option on the screen answer the questions talk to a rep answer their questions.
Takes a little time,and the Vzw Store would end up ordering u a phone anyways,plus I hate the Corp. Stores,Ive got more pull with the phone Reps.
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How long have you owned the phone before needing to replace it? I never bothered to get insurance because even if I broke my phone the day I bought it, I could buy another one for probably $300-400 on ebay/paypal, then resell it once I'm eligible for an upgrade to a newer phone. The difference between the two is less than paying assurion their monthly fee+deductible, and certainly less if I can go for at least 3-6 months without ruining the phone.
I also used a claim when I put my blackberry in with my books and threw the backpack in the truck of my car after finals one semester.
Verizon made me do a claim since it was physical damage.
It was a quick and easy thing, apart from the deductible.
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I had a great experience with Asurion too. I had my Tbolt not even 3 months when I forgot it was on my lap when I got out of my hubby's truck. It didn't look too bad after it hit the concrete, but the earpiece no longer worked. I submitted a claim online that night and had a new phone by noon the next day. It was quick and easy, and I don't know if the replacement phone was new or refurbished, but it was in perfect condition in an original box and worked great. I also got an extra battery, sd card, and charger out of the deal. I have always had the insurance since I have had smartphones, but this was the first time I had even used it. Very good experience.
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I had asurion insurance till I switched to best buy insurance for mobile phones. I shattered my screen on my tbolt I went to bestbuy and they ordered a NEW one. Had to wait like 3 days or so for me to receive it, but no deductible and only 10 bucks a month. Not trying to make a commercial for bb here but I was increasingly satisfied with it. I know with asurion u pay a deductible of 100 or so and you might end up with a refurb phone. So I was very satisfied with bb insurance.
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xXJay_RXx said:
This is good to know. My tb is fine sorta. I haven't met anyone who's TB kills battery like mine buy that may be how I use mine. The finish on my kickstand is peeling and my kickstand is bent and won't fully close. I was thinkin of breakin my screen so I can get a replacement from insurance but people here get butt hurt about that kinda stuff for stupid reasons. Anyways its good to know. I have had insurance on my phones for the past 6 years or so but I never have used it
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I'm not butt hurt but you realize there is a term for stuff like that right? And it's illegal?
What parts illegal.I had to send overheated phone back to asurion over time phone would have failed
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Illegal stuff happens all the time. People get away with killing their kids, drug dealing, fighting animals, vehicular manslaughter, etc. I'm sure with all the illegal things going on in this world on a daily bases, no one will lose some sleep over me filing a claim over my bent kickstand that prevents it from closing all the way.
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xXJay_RXx said:
Illegal stuff happens all the time. People get away with killing their kids, drug dealing, fighting animals, vehicular manslaughter, etc. I'm sure with all the illegal things going on in this world on a daily bases, no one will lose some sleep over me filing a claim over my bent kickstand that prevents it from closing all the way.
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And that is the type of attitude that has turned our world into what it is today. Your right someone probably wouldn't notice because there are so many hands in the cookie jar.
People wonder why insurance rates go up or deductibles increase and then complain.
In the end, it comes out of someone's pocket.
Glad to hear about your satisfied asurion experience.
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And that is the type of attitude that has turned our world into what it is today. Your right someone probably wouldn't notice because there are so many hands in the cookie jar.
People wonder why insurance rates go up or deductibles increase and then complain.
In the end, it comes out of someone's pocket.
Glad to hear about your satisfied asurion experience.
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Okay so do u really think the $90 deductable is a lot? Seriously I would rather pay the $90 than $500+. N its not like they throw away the damaged device. I'm sure they fix it, test it and use it as another replacement phone. Seriously some of u guys get way too butt hurt over this. Insurance fraud is wrong yes but this is just a phone, just a phone. And the deductables have gone up because phones are becoming more sophisticated and more expensive. U can't seriously think you could get a $500+ phone replacement for only $50....
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Mustang302LX said:
I'm not butt hurt but you realize there is a term for stuff like that right? And it's illegal?
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so now its illegal to drop your phone? Isn't that what insurance is for?
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so now its illegal to drop your phone? Isn't that what insurance is for?
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Exactly....
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Jay: Why not call em up and be courteous and honest? If it doesn't pan out, u tried. Fwiw my kickstands tweaked and I love it! Its unique and has survived 2 big drops lol!
I normally go through Verizon first and try to get the phone replaced under the manufacturer's warranty. If that doesn't work than I file the claim. Only phone I've had to pay a deductible on was my BB Storm that I dropped in the toilet.
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This makes me glad I purchased the insurance. Was on the fence when I got the phone. I've read nothing but good things and they don't seem to care if the phone is rooted or not.
Kind of annoying to hear VZW is sending refurbished phones when they are supposed to be sending new for Warranty replacement.

SIM Card Slot Pin Broken ):

Well I switched from an iPhone 4 to the Nexus S (Nexus S is better) but I used a micro-sim adaptor but when I took it out one day it took a pin with it. I called Samsung and they said they don't do repairs like that so where in Canada can I get this repaired? I would love any advice. Thanks!
- Ryan
Same crap happened to me. But I guess I got a little lucky cuz only half of the pin broke off, the other half I just bent up so it would touch the sim when it was put in. Worked for me. Idk if yours came off completely or partially like mine did
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malikadnanm said:
Same crap happened to me. But I guess I got a little lucky cuz only half of the pin broke off, the other half I just bent up so it would touch the sim when it was put in. Worked for me. Idk if yours came off completely or partially like mine did
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Well one of the pins is shorter and one is completely missing so I guess I was not as lucky as you haha. Do you think I could take it to somewhere like Best Buy and just pay to repair it? Or will I have to go to a speciality cell phone repair place?
Maybe try calling Samsung again that's f'ed up they can't repair there own product
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BrianDigital said:
Maybe try calling Samsung again that's f'ed up they can't repair there own product
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The person on the phone said as long as it's not physical damage they can fix it for free... which is ridiculous if you ask me because most people on this forum could fix any non-physical damage on the Nexus.
They told me to go to Rogers for some reason to get it repaired even though I said I got the phone as a gift and it was not from Rogers. I guess I'll try calling them again to see if I can get anyone more helpful.
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The person on the phone said as long as it's not physical damage they can fix it for free... which is ridiculous if you ask me because most people on this forum could fix any non-physical damage on the Nexus.
They told me to go to Rogers for some reason to get it repaired even though I said I got the phone as a gift and it was not from Rogers. I guess I'll try calling them again to see if I can get anyone more helpful.
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I'd check Craigslist, there's always shops that do these kind of fixes. There's plenty here in Philly so I'm sure there're some where u are
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malikadnanm said:
I'd check Craigslist, there's always shops that do these kind of fixes. There's plenty here in Philly so I'm sure there're some where u are
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I looked and sent out a few emails, not as many shops as I would have thought. I'm going to go to Rogers tomorrow just to see if they do fix things like this. It will surprise me if they do.
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I looked and sent out a few emails, not as many shops as I would have thought. I'm going to go to Rogers tomorrow just to see if they do fix things like this. It will surprise me if they do.
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Good luck man
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Sorry for the bump but I still have not found a solution to this and I'm looking for any suggestions.
This is probably your best option right now:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=985733
Other than that, don't think anyone was able to find any replacement unit online.
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The person on the phone said as long as it's not physical damage they can fix it for free... which is ridiculous if you ask me because most people on this forum could fix any non-physical damage on the Nexus.
They told me to go to Rogers for some reason to get it repaired even though I said I got the phone as a gift and it was not from Rogers. I guess I'll try calling them again to see if I can get anyone more helpful.
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Lol yeah non physical damage so they will hard reset your phone for free. That sucks man
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Well after a long time of playing with it I manage to get the phone to read my sim by putting strips of tin foil on the contacts on the sim card. Disappoints me that I have to do this though and now the phone has no resale value.
I just got mine spoiled after returning from a holiday I've tried putting the copper thing back in place and slotting it back but it doesn't work. Now i have to wait till tomorrow to call Samsung support in hope that they will fix it if i pay money because my device has no warranty because it is from Australia and i'm using it in Singapore. Will they accept it to fix it if i pay for the repair?
And can anyone who used aluminium foil or anything to make it work post photos or videos on how to do it? I have no experience in soldering and stuff (15 years old) and i dont know how much foil to put there. Please help me!
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Well after a long time of playing with it I manage to get the phone to read my sim by putting strips of tin foil on the contacts on the sim card. Disappoints me that I have to do this though and now the phone has no resale value.
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Could you please post a video of how you put the strips in? or photos please. I have no idea how much to use and how to place them
yup! i agree plz post photos that we can help
I had similar problem with my Nexus S. I just went to Carphonewarehouse and told them that my sim is not being registering. They have fixed it for free but it took nearly 3 week.
Sent mine to samsung on monday 21st. he said 1-3 days so tomorrow will be the 3rd day which is the 24th. Hope i receive the call to collect it tomorrow. I miss my nexus
RBSIS said:
The person on the phone said as long as it's not physical damage they can fix it for free... which is ridiculous if you ask me because most people on this forum could fix any non-physical damage on the Nexus.
They told me to go to Rogers for some reason to get it repaired even though I said I got the phone as a gift and it was not from Rogers. I guess I'll try calling them again to see if I can get anyone more helpful.
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Your post is kind of contradictory. You say they wont fix it for free. That suggests that YES they will fix it, but not for free. Which makes total sense, since you physically broke the phone yourself. That's not covered under warranty.
But then you go on to say they told you to talk to Rogers. Your post is very confusing.
Rogers is a carrier. If you have some sort of damage plan or replacement coverage they may help you. Otherwise, at best, they're just going to send it Samsung in the first place. More likely, they won't touch it.
Your options are to try to repair it yourself, try a local shop, or try Samsung again. I seriously doubt that they wouldn't repair it, for $$$.
Or get a 3rd party warranty. Although, that would be pretty unethical and possibly illegal, filing a claim for damage that occurred before you signed up for the plan.
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Sent mine to samsung on monday 21st. he said 1-3 days so tomorrow will be the 3rd day which is the 24th. Hope i receive the call to collect it tomorrow. I miss my nexus
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Did you get your phone repaired?
I am in the same boat buy I gave my phone to a local cell phone repair shop in toronto. its been two months and they still are looking around for the replacement part. I think i am gonna take the phone back and just try to sell it off
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Did you get your phone repaired?
I am in the same boat buy I gave my phone to a local cell phone repair shop in toronto. its been two months and they still are looking around for the replacement part. I think i am gonna take the phone back and just try to sell it off
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Yeap they got it repaired within a week!

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