It is only my smartphone or your's power button don't do click like volume do? My button is a little inside aluminum cage
sorry my english
I talk to HTC portugal by mail and they only give me the address to sende phone to warranty. Do you know if they fix this issue?
Return for warranty certainly best option, provides you can bear to be without device while they repair or replace
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ceptrus said:
It is only my smartphone or your's power button don't do click like volume do? My button is a little inside aluminum cage
sorry my english
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The 1st thing I noted when I bought my Desire S !!!
Especially, coming from an E71 which had a Power Button with a good tactile feeling (although a bit cheap looking) ...
Only solution is to use the Volume Rocker (as mentioned in comments above) for wake , Screen Lock App for Iock ... & a few apps here & there like Quickboot , Button Savior ,etc ..
Tapur007 said:
Only solution is to use the Volume Rocker for wake
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Can you/how can you do this on a stock ROM, please?
WibblyW said:
Can you/how can you do this on a stock ROM, please?
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Maybe wait for ICS update....(coming soooooon)
Sent my Desire S to warranty and HTC said that power button is not a common problem and i had to pay all costs.
ceptrus said:
Sent my Desire S to warranty and HTC said that power button is not a common problem and i had to pay all costs.
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Wtf
Sent by my fingers to your head.
eyahl said:
Wtf
Sent by my fingers to your head.
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just curious how much and which country?
Swyped form ym Dersie S unsig XAD Permuim
ben_pyett said:
just curious how much and which country?
Swyped form ym Dersie S unsig XAD Permuim
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i think this question is to me
I pay 62.89€ in Portugal
First of all, it is a very common problem. If i'm not mistaken, they're all like this.
Secondly, 63 euros to fix a power button!?!!
ceptrus said:
i think this question is to me
I pay 62.89€ in Portugal
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wtf!! about sums it up!
I believe that should have been covered under the warranty....Was that including anything for postage and package of the device to and from service shop?
I'm afraid that they've taken you for a ride, I would certainly consider getting back in contact with HTC support to make a complaint, what could you lose? Ensure that you say that the device exhibited this fault from early in its life and simply got worse......rather than happened after a period of continual use...
My Desire S was damaged by me in power button, so they said i have to pay for a new aluminium frame/cage, not for to fix power button. Only with a new frame they can fix the power button.
I call to HTC and said the problem is internal to aluminium frame, but they said that can't do nothing and this is not a frequent problem
Now i'm waiting to be returned by warranty
I had same Problem as you (Power Button) it doesnt work anymore and I call HTC Germany ... and they said "my warranty covered the problem".
It is like production failure and I get new Mainboard with better Power Button ... I dont have paid at all.
(that was about 5 Moth ago)
i have power button issue too. It died on me a month ago. I was ready to send it to htc but then i tried to rapidly pressing the power button and it suddenly started to work like charm.
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unix72 said:
I had same Problem as you (Power Button) it doesnt work anymore and I call HTC Germany ... and they said "my warranty covered the problem".
It is like production failure and I get new Mainboard with better Power Button ... I dont have paid at all.
(that was about 5 Moth ago)
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if you could provide any domumentation that you have so that copies of it should be used to ensure that the OP could request a refund
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Hey guys,
Stock ROMs are my favorites; they bring stable experience for daily basis except for the ultra speed. (but stable means the most for me sometimes)
I used to root my previous phone only for some simple purpose, screenshots for example; then a few days ago I found a trick (from a forum written in Chinese, http://bbs.gfan.com/android-3345443-1-1.html) to do this without root permission.
Just press Power/Lock + Menu key (at the bottom left), the sticky note app will show up with an instant screenshot. Save it and you will get the screenshot in your /sdcard/quicknote/snapshot/ directory.
Hopefully this trick could help you out.
Note:
I've tested this on ME865, the Atrix 2, Asian Pacific version.
Other versions and models may not applied for this shortcut... sorry that I didn't noticed this before
Great! Thank you!
U sure this works on the a2?
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I tried this several different ways and I was unable to duplicate this on the MB865, I am guessing this only works on the ME865.
Thanks anyhow though.
jimbridgman said:
I tried this several different ways and I was unable to duplicate this on the MB865, I am guessing this only works on the ME865.
Thanks anyhow though.
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Same here...
However if you do want a good free no-root-necessary (on the A2 at least) then get Screen Grabber... by default it is set to use root but it works when you uncheck the "use root" option.
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Did not work for me either, however as stated above, ScreenGrabber works great.
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I tried this several different ways and I was unable to duplicate this on the MB865, I am guessing this only works on the ME865.
Thanks anyhow though.
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Sorry for my mistake, I confirm this shortcut works on ME, but not tested on MB.
I'm using an Asian Pacific ME865 device sales at Hong Kong.
Thats it. To capture screenshot, you need to do three combination keys.
Press "power on/lock + vol down + camera button". Hold three keys for 3 sec.
Tested on atrix 2 ics.
Y is this necessary.? We have stock screenshot capability right! Just hold power and volume down key together for 3-4 sec.!
Sent from my phone's mind.!
Lifehacker7 said:
Y is this necessary.? We have stock screenshot capability right! Just hold power and volume down key together for 3-4 sec.!
Sent from my phone's mind.!
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This was for GB.
Sent from my "security" enabled smartphone.
eikichifirst said:
Thats it. To capture screenshot, you need to do three combination keys.
Press "power on/lock + vol down + camera button". Hold three keys for 3 sec.
Tested on atrix 2 ics.
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Y is this necessary.? We have stock screenshot capability right! Just hold power and volume down key together for 3-4 sec.!
Sent from my phone's mind.!
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Did either of you look at the dates of the original posts... almost a year ago now. Did you not think that things were different on 2.3.6 than they are in ICS now?
Please think and read thoroughly before posting or replying, including when and why someone might have posted something. I understand both of you are noobs, so consider this your first little slap on the wrist.
Be glad it was I that did this, as others may not be so nice in the future. We are a good group here, but not reading and making posts that are not well thought out or just plain not researching will get you things you do not want in here.
--EDIT--
Oh and by the way, Welcome to our little slice of XDA!!!
I am one of your devs in here, and I am sure you will see a lot of me.
Now, go read these threads, please:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1857631
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1778853
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650
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Y is this necessary.? We have stock screenshot capability right! Just hold power and volume down key together for 3-4 sec.!
Sent from my phone's mind.!
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Ah, sorry mate yea only two keys..post while watching walking dead sux..lol
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Ah, sorry mate yea only two keys..post while watching walking dead sux..lol
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welcome to the A2 community !
Yup in ICS we use just the power key + volume down key combination to take a screenshot
BTW do read the links posted by jim above.. theyre quite helpful, and just to let you know, some of old posts are related to GB, so do watch out for that post date before you reply to anything, can get very confusing otherwise.
Anyways, good to see a walking dead fan here :good:
Power button + Down volume key @Atime for 3-5 sec.. Not sure abt time just hold u will here a sound .. :cyclops:
cyberman007 said:
Power button + Down volume key @Atime for 3-5 sec.. Not sure abt time just hold u will here a sound .. :cyclops:
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Had you bothered to read through the thread, you would've noticed that this question was answered over a year ago. Next read before posting.
Brought to you by time and relative dimensions in space.
After Flashing CoinDroid 5.0.2 I noticed that my capacitive buttons no longer activate when I directly press them. The triggers for each button seem as though they are between the screen and the correct location of the buttons. I have tried reflashing the latest firmware, superwipe (the zip file and from 4ext), and other roms. I have run out of ideas. I have attached a picture showing where the buttons "appear" to be. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Is your screen broken there at the bottom? Could be that...
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Sensation-al! said:
Is your screen broken there at the bottom? Could be that...
Sent from outer space 3000 years in the future (with my now extremely outdated, but still freaking awesome, HTC Sensation Z710e)
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No. Mine is not actually broken. That was just the best...err...i guess worst...picture I could find with the buttons easily visible.
Oh... Strange... Sorry I have no clue in that case...
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[Solved] Warranty Covered this Issue
I sent the phone back to HTC. They will cover this under warranty. Make sure to flash the stock RUU that came with your phone if you are going to send it back.
I'm looking for a flashlight app that turn on using the power switch. Like double pressing the power switch turns on the camera flash.
I've looked at the play store and the net but cannot find one.
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I'm looking for a flashlight app that turn on using the power switch. Like double pressing the power switch turns on the camera flash.
I've looked at the play store and the net but cannot find one.
Thanks ☺☺☺
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+1 I didn't think in this but I need it too . . .
So many of our devices have problems with faulty power buttons in later life that I can't see this being a good idea.
SimonTS said:
So many of our devices have problems with faulty power buttons in later life that I can't see this being a good idea.
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mine is covered with warranty so ya :3
but still want the app
mrjayviper said:
mine is covered with warranty so ya :3
but still want the app
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The problem you will have there is that changing the default function of the power button requires root access on the phone - that is why you get functions such as "Volume button to wake" on the HTC phones built in to custom ROMs. To root your phone you will almost certainly invalidate your warranty (according to the T&Cs at least). It's a no-win situation for you realistically.
Whenever i press the power button,the screen won't light up..after several tries,it lights up..what could possibly cause the problems and what the solution would be? thanks
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Whenever i press the power button,the screen won't light up..after several tries,it lights up..what could possibly cause the problems and what the solution would be? thanks
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Could be a faulty button.
Are you rooted and/or bootloader unlocked? Because if not I'd contact htc about a warranty replacement.
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Even he is rooted and unlocked they should cover it because its most likely a hardware issue.
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danny39 said:
Could be a faulty button.
Are you rooted and/or bootloader unlocked? Because if not I'd contact htc about a warranty replacement.
Sent from my Speak and Spell
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i didn't root it nor bootloader..i'm pretty sure it is caused by faulty button..thanks
Last night I noticed my power button sometimes would not lock my screen on my phone. Even when it would, it would lock and quickly bring the screen back on. Even sometimes occasionally I would press the button once quickly and the power off/reboot menu would appear. This morning I found a tab for my quick settings panel that puts the phone into sleep and have been using it all day. This has been a real pita. Now my phone as I am using it randomly sleeps and then brings up the power menu. Is there any way to replace the power button? I found barely anything on YouTube on this and and not sure if it is an easy or hard fix. For now, is there an app that I can disable my power button so my phone does not make me rage?
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shewantsmyduck said:
Last night I noticed my power button sometimes would not lock my screen on my phone. Even when it would, it would lock and quickly bring the screen back on. Even sometimes occasionally I would press the button once quickly and the power off/reboot menu would appear. This morning I found a tab for my quick settings panel that puts the phone into sleep and have been using it all day. This has been a real pita. Now my phone as I am using it randomly sleeps and then brings up the power menu. Is there any way to replace the power button? I found barely anything on YouTube on this and and not sure if it is an easy or hard fix. For now, is there an app that I can disable my power button so my phone does not make me rage?
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You can buy a power button, but replacing it ...you need skill and tool (not recommend for an average user). Try to bang the button on a hard plastic surface like washer/dryer surface. A number of people reported success with this method.(this is real, not a joke),
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You can buy a power button, but replacing it ...you need skill and tool (not recommend for an average user). Try to bang the button on a hard plastic surface like washer/dryer surface. A number of people reported success with this method.(this is real, not a joke),
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Hmm.. I tried your method to fix it and it seems to have done nothing :/ thanks for the idea though. Also, do you know if any cellular companies would fix this part? I am rooted running the latest CM 11 nightlie and would like to not have to factory restore.
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Hmm.. I tried your method to fix it and it seems to have done nothing :/ thanks for the idea though. Also, do you know if any cellular companies would fix this part? I am rooted running the latest CM 11 nightlie and would like to not have to factory restore.
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There are many (google for locations near you), try this one http://www.cellphonerepairspecialists.com/samsung-repair-s/1833.htm you can get a free estimate on the website.
buhohitr said:
There are many (google for locations near you), try this one http://www.cellphonerepairspecialists.com/samsung-repair-s/1833.htm you can get a free estimate on the website.
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On the website you linked the repair cost is $150. I am not looking to spend near that. And the closest repair store near me is a little under an hour and a half away :/ Also, do you know of any apps to disable my power button?
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On the website you linked the repair cost is $150. I am not looking to spend near that. And the closest repair store near me is a little under an hour and a half away :/ Also, do you know of any apps to disable my power button?
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What rom version are you running?
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What rom version are you running?
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CyanogenMod version 11-20140122-NIGHTLY-d2vzw
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CyanogenMod version 11-20140122-NIGHTLY-d2vzw
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Try this see if it works for you http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=850464
No, it says device not supported. The key number tracker thing however is recording my power button press with me not pressing it.
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No, it says device not supported. The key number tracker thing however is recording my power button press with me not pressing it.
Sorry I downloaded the wrong one. I changed the button and now it does not turn off the screen, however occasionally the power menu still randomly appears :/
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Try this see if it works for you http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=850464
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Try this see if it works for you http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=850464
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And can you find a video with the process involved to replace it? I do have some experience working with the circuits of cell phones, I cannot find a video to even see the steps though :/
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And can you find a video with the process involved to replace it? I do have some experience working with the circuits of cell phones, I cannot find a video to even see the steps though :/
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Not in English but you just need to see the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jfG9vrVJkY
To buy power button:
http://www.ebay.com/bhp/galaxy-s3-power-button
If you know how to solder you can do it.
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Not in English but you just need to see the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jfG9vrVJkY
To buy power button:
http://www.ebay.com/bhp/galaxy-s3-power-button
If you know how to solder you can do it.
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That does not seem like very much fun. Haha but I believe my phone is still under warranty (maybe?) So would you know how to unroot and install a stock clean rom with a home button that does not work? :/
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That does not seem like very much fun. Haha but I believe my phone is still under warranty (maybe?) So would you know how to unroot and install a stock clean rom with a home button that does not work? :/
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I have to test it out first, but I think I can disable the power button, however, it's only a work around, you need to replace the button for a permanent solution. If under warranty, it's the best way to go.
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I have to test it out first, but I think I can disable the power button, however, it's only a work around, you need to replace the button for a permanent solution. If under warranty, it's the best way to go.
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Yeah, I'm thinking of doing the warranty but with a broken power button I'm not sure of how this will work :/
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Yeah, I'm thinking of doing the warranty but with a broken power button I'm not sure of how this will work :/
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I don't understand, even with a broken power button they should still replace your device!
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I don't understand, even with a broken power button they should still replace your device!
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I bought my phone from a Best Buy Mobile store and have the warranty from them that covers all damages. Will they still fix it if I am rooted?
Just unroot it only take a second to do so
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Just unroot it only take a second to do so
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
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That is the problem, I cannot unroot without a power button.
Why not, just open the supersu app and pick uninstall from one of the option.
Send from Galaxy S4