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Low in call volume confirmed fix!

Hey guys, so I've been searching and searching for a fix for this darned low in call volume either from headset or from speaker.
Well after some time of searching I came across a confirmed solution.
I know it sounds weird... But if you take a toothbrush and use the tip on the speakers grills it clears the debris from the speakers and therfore increase volume. I just tried it on my phone and it MAJORLY increased in call volume AND speaker volume (if you clean the rear speaker grill too).
It worked for me so I had to share it. I take no credit for the fix.
Give it a shot and post results.

For your next trick, explain to us how clearing debris from the speakers on the device could possibly help low volume coming from a headset.

Poetique said:
For your next trick, explain to us how clearing debris from the speakers on the device could possibly help low volume coming from a headset.
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I think im confusing you. would "Earpiece" be a better word? the part that you hold your ear to when youre talking on the phone. theres a bunch of little holes right there. clean that part with the bristles of a toothbrush because theyre small enough to fit in the holes and they dont damage anything. ther'es also a set of holes on the back of the phone where the main "speaker" is. you could use the same method on those.
but i mean, my bad for trying to be helpful

Poetique said:
For your next trick, explain to us how clearing debris from the speakers on the device could possibly help low volume coming from a headset.
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Maybe just maybe dust particles can clog the speaker holes. Thus blocking sound from coming through.
You ever think of that?

NJGSII said:
Maybe just maybe dust particles can clog the speaker holes. Thus blocking sound from coming through.
You ever think of that?
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My point exactly. I was surprised at first that it actually worked but now I'm ecstatic lol
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Zesty01 said:
Hey guys, so I've been searching and searching for a fix for this darned low in call volume either from headset or from speaker.
Well after some time of searching I came across a confirmed solution.
I know it sounds weird... But if you take a toothbrush and use the tip on the speakers grills it clears the debris from the speakers and therfore increase volume. I just tried it on my phone and it MAJORLY increased in call volume AND speaker volume (if you clean the rear speaker grill too).
It worked for me so I had to share it. I take no credit for the fix.
Give it a shot and post results.
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Thanks for sharing this post, I have the same problem as what you have said in this post.
great!

Didn't work but hey, props to you for posting this!
-Sugardaddy Duncan

Arrow44 said:
Didn't work but hey, props to you for posting this!
-Sugardaddy Duncan
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Your issue might be with the software. What Rom are you running? Also what sound mods if any? I know that they like to interfere. I know I had to really make sure the bristles were getting in to the holes and once I did that debris started to come out. Maybe that helps
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Zesty01 said:
Your issue might be with the software. What Rom are you running? Also what sound mods if any? I know that they like to interfere. I know I had to really make sure the bristles were getting in to the holes and once I did that debris started to come out. Maybe that helps
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Nah I think it's just I'm sorta deaf and I just expected more, but I can hear it well when everything's quiet so its fine.
-Sugardaddy Duncan

Can of compressed air worked for me! Never thought of using a tooth brush though. . .

fadetoblack2104 said:
Can of compressed air worked for me! Never thought of using a tooth brush though. . .
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Did you try a toothbrush? And did it work for you?
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fadetoblack2104 said:
Can of compressed air worked for me! Never thought of using a tooth brush though. . .
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Electric toothbrush did the trick for me. Who would have thought!

I just did this, all I have to say is, thank you. My girlfriend was ready to kill me every time I called because i would make her repeat herself constantly.
I tried compressed air first and it seemed to help a little, then I took a clean new toothbrush and "picked" at the speaker holes with the bristles. I was amazed to see all this dust piling up on the screen as it came out. I used to have my volume maxed and any background noise would drown out someone on the line (car was impossible), now I can turn the volume down 4 notches and hear everyone just fine.
I like the idea of electric, some vibration to knock things loose, might try that next time.
Thanks for the idea!

Geeeeeez I picked and picked with the toothbrush. As posted above dirt was flinging all over the screen and back panel. So I took my vaccum extension and would suck it directly over the grilles.. it improved volume by 200% probably. Something I've been complaining about for months, I've skipped over and it took me 5 minutes to improve
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It really works guys..! got the crisp of bass bak!
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ghani.911 said:
It really works guys..! got the crisp of bass bak!
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I cudnt even see my led light cuz of dirt!

HTC ONE M8 call volume
Hi guys,
I did a soft reset and this seemed to have fixed the problem.
Soft reset doesnt delete any data as a factory reset would,
To perform this - Hold and press the Power Button & Volume Up key. The phone will restart.
Good luck!

Is there any solution for low speaker volume ? any suggestion will be appreciated.

Original FlipCase Android 5.1.1

Hello Mates,
I noticed that Samsung changed the behaviour of the notification LED in coop with the original FlipCase.
The LED is turned off (and even 3rd party LED manager) are not able to drive it, when cover is closed.
So no I have to open the cover to check for Notifications...
As I made a custom whole in the cover over the LED I would love to revert this behaviour.
Any Ideas, proposals?

Why do you people always upgrade to the latest Android with Samsung phones without waiting? Samsung stops giving ****s about their phones immediately they release them. Was 5.1 a forced update? If it is, I need to start digging for a way to stop my lovely 4.4.4 kit kat Edge from upgrading. Works fine as is. I have heard nothing but complaints about the Rom updates.
This Flip Case deal just seems ridiculous and even more of a reason to disable any form of update I would get in the future

Hmm NVM. It appears even on 4.4.4 my LED notification all of a sudden quit lighting up with Flip Case. This is bizzarre. Does Samsung always work to screw over its customers like this?
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Edit: No it works. I just need to widen the hole on my flip case so I can see the LED. looks like its a 5.1 issue for you then

edo101 said:
Hmm NVM. It appears even on 4.4.4 my LED notification all of a sudden quit lighting up with Flip Case. This is bizzarre. Does Samsung always work to screw over its customers like this?
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Edit: No it works. I just need to widen the hole on my flip case so I can see the LED. looks like its a 5.1 issue for you then
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Little bit off topic but can you post a pic of the case you punctured a hole in? I was planning to do the same but couldn't gather the courage xD

zeeshanonlyme said:
Little bit off topic but can you post a pic of the case you punctured a hole in? I was planning to do the same but couldn't gather the courage xD
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Haven't done it. Yet but I don't suppose it would be rocket science lol. What I do for now is push the flip cover to the left to have the stock oval slit slide over the LED light area.

Speakers problem

Hi!!
Today i got my Sony Xperia z5 (e6653). Phone is great but i have one problem. One speaker (on the top) is louder than second speaker. I'm not sure that is ok but i want to ask about it other people who has z5.

decniety said:
Hi!!
Today i got my Sony Xperia z5 (e6653). Phone is great but i have one problem. One speaker (on the top) is louder than second speaker. I'm not sure that is ok but i want to ask about it other people who has z5.
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Mine seem balanced but I'll likely be returning it as my backlight is uneven

senjiroh said:
Mine seem balanced but I'll likely be returning it as my backlight is uneven
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Where you buy your z5?? On ebay from Taiwan?

decniety said:
Where you buy your z5?? On ebay from Taiwan?
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No from a major phone retailer in the UK
It's not massively noticable but I want it to be perfect for £500+

Mine sounds slightly more quiet on the bottom than the top, although I think it has much more to do with the top speaker being at a different angle. When I turn it sideways I can't tell a difference from right to left

Thank you for answer. My phone has the same problem with speakers but maybe speakers in Xperia works like that. I sent question to Sony Xperia on Facebook and they said that they Xperia's have louder top speaker too.

Mine does exactly the same! Got mine from Vodafone UK today and the bottom speaker is quite a bit weaker. Where did you get yours from? Maybe a dodgy batch? I've had Sony's before and never had this problem.
I think it's software related as it sounds like something is suppressing it for some reason? I've done a factory reset, cleared cache in audio setting and still the same. It's annoying as it makes me think my ears are playing up.would be interesting what build number people are on? Mine is 32.0.A.4.11, I'm looking for generic UK ftf if anyone has a copy???
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senjiroh said:
Mine seem balanced but I'll likely be returning it as my backlight is uneven
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What build are you on and what country?? The z3 had this problem with certain 5.0 builds

generalsims said:
Mine does exactly the same! Got mine from Vodafone UK today and the bottom speaker is quite a bit weaker. Where did you get yours from? Maybe a dodgy batch? I've had Sony's before and never had this problem.
I think it's software related as it sounds like something is suppressing it for some reason? I've done a factory reset, cleared cache in audio setting and still the same. It's annoying as it makes me think my ears are playing up.would be interesting what build number people are on? Mine is 32.0.A.4.11, I'm looking for generic UK ftf if anyone has a copy???
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What build are you on and what country?? The z3 had this problem with certain 5.0 builds
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Kind of off-topic but since you got yours from Vodafone UK, is it the Bond Edition and if so, what Bond content is included, if any?
My top speaker is a little louder as well.

augie7107 said:
Kind of off-topic but since you got yours from Vodafone UK, is it the Bond Edition and if so, what Bond content is included, if any?
My top speaker is a little louder as well.
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Haha the box which has spectre 007 written on it and that's all I've discovered so far. The phone is a gun metal grey colour and I though it was meant to be black but I guess that's the normal colour? Oh and one speaker lower in volume that the other but maybe that's some bond trick that makes it different??

generalsims said:
Haha the box which has spectre 007 written on it and that's all I've discovered so far. The phone is a gun metal grey colour and I though it was meant to be black but I guess that's the normal colour? Oh and one speaker lower in volume that the other but maybe that's some bond trick that makes it different??
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Mine is gunmetal too and the color states "Graphite Black". So you did get the Bond Edition, that's nice. Supposed to be able to download Spectre themes, ringtones and wallpapers through the Xperia Lounge app.

augie7107 said:
Mine is gunmetal too and the color states "Graphite Black". So you did get the Bond Edition, that's nice. Supposed to be able to download Spectre themes, ringtones and wallpapers through the Xperia Lounge app.
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I can't log into xperia lounge right now for some reason but once I can I'll let you know. I'll see if I can upload them too if I can work out how too

generalsims said:
I can't log into xperia lounge right now for some reason but once I can I'll let you know. I'll see if I can upload them too if I can work out how too
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Perfect. Thanks!

decniety said:
Hi!!
Today i got my Sony Xperia z5 (e6653). Phone is great but i have one problem. One speaker (on the top) is louder than second speaker. I'm not sure that is ok but i want to ask about it other people who has z5.
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Ok after having a play with mine I've noticed that if I stick it really close to my face its obvious one speaker is louder than the other. BUT when I hold it at arms length with elbows bent it sounds like normal stereo, very clever Sony but doesn't help if you're watching or listening to something up close. Try it.
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augie7107 said:
Mine is gunmetal too and the color states "Graphite Black". So you did get the Bond Edition, that's nice. Supposed to be able to download Spectre themes, ringtones and wallpapers through the Xperia Lounge app.
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I can't find anything what so ever to do with bond. I think maybe mine isn't and its just the packaging to promote it. I've logged into xperia lounge and all Vodafone apps with no joy! Frustrating! I wanted to be bond!

Thanks for trying, it may not be available yet. I'm sure when it is there will at least be pictures on the web but right now there is nothing anywhere.
Don't feel bad, I want to be Bond too

i think its normal, i have the same issue (if thats what you call it) on my Z3 :/

Just got my phone and my top speaker is MUCH louder than my bottom one. Does anyone know if we can fix this with root? Or if Sony can fix it with a software update?

jamespat93 said:
Just got my phone and my top speaker is MUCH louder than my bottom one. Does anyone know if we can fix this with root? Or if Sony can fix it with a software update?
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Mine was the same but after a fiddle it seems to be OK. Give it a couple of days and if you hold it at arms length with your elbows bent it actually sounds normal. Its definitely software related.
Mine was really noticeable on day one but either I've got used to it or its fixed itself it sounds normal and actually better than it did when I first got it. Maybe the system has to adjust or something? Who knows. Hope it helps

generalsims said:
Mine was the same but after a fiddle it seems to be OK. Give it a couple of days and if you hold it at arms length with your elbows bent it actually sounds normal. Its definitely software related.
Mine was really noticeable on day one but either I've got used to it or its fixed itself it sounds normal and actually better than it did when I first got it. Maybe the system has to adjust or something? Who knows. Hope it helps
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Hmm OK thanks, I'll give it a couple days but if it doesn't fix itself I'll have to return it. Someone on the Sony forum said it's a hardware fault so that's got me worried.
Can everyone with the phone state whether they have this issue or not, so we can see whether it's hardware or software related.

Good day everyone!
I can confirm that after a while speakers volume is aligned. Bottom speaker`s volume now is exactly the same as a top speaker`s volume. But when i bought the phone and start testing, bottom speaker`s sound was much weaker than top speaker.

Geez people. Every Xperia Z above Z2 has this "problem". Each speaker is supposed to sound a bit different. I.e. in my Z2 the bottom speaker is more bassy, but the top one is clearer. It's not a problem, these phones are just made that way.

Frustrating strangeness

My M8 is being goofy and I need some advice. For some reason the thing keeps randomly kicking over to docking mode, playing my ringtone, and the diskette defaults to speaker which is getting real hard on my hearing.
I tried wiping and restoring to a NAND backup but the issues persist. I'm thinking firmware or radios are the issue.
If im wrong, can someone suggest a fix? If updating the firmware sounds wise, could some kind soul post a link to the latest firmware for the Verizon M8?

loonatik78 said:
My M8 is being goofy and I need some advice. For some reason the thing keeps randomly kicking over to docking mode, playing my ringtone, and the diskette defaults to speaker which is getting real hard on my hearing.
I tried wiping and restoring to a NAND backup but the issues persist. I'm thinking firmware or radios are the issue.
If im wrong, can someone suggest a fix? If updating the firmware sounds wise, could some kind soul post a link to the latest firmware for the Verizon M8?
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You aren't going to like my answer but this problem can be solved by replacing the flex cable inside the phone. I have had to do this for a few phones already. It's a $15 part plus you would be wise to buy the $11 speaker grill stickers to replace the ones you take off as they won't be reasonably reusable.
There are very small ic and smd on this cable that can break loose and cause this exact symptom.
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dottat said:
You aren't going to like my answer but this problem can be solved by replacing the flex cable inside the phone. I have had to do this for a few phones already. It's a $15 part plus you would be wise to buy the $11 speaker grill stickers to replace the ones you take off as they won't be reasonably reusable.
There are very small ic and smd on this cable that can break loose and cause this exact symptom.
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You're right. I don't like that answer a whole lot. Then again, I do like that it can be fixed for a somewhat reasonable price. The phone spends a lot of time on the dashboard of a big rig and the harsh vibration made me wonder if something like that might be the case. Is is the flex cable for the USB port? I'm probably going to take it to a shop and have it done rather than try it myself.

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You're right. I don't like that answer a whole lot. Then again, I do like that it can be fixed for a somewhat reasonable price. The phone spends a lot of time on the dashboard of a big rig and the harsh vibration made me wonder if something like that might be the case. Is is the flex cable for the USB port? I'm probably going to take it to a shop and have it done rather than try it myself.
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Yes that's exactly what it is. Make sure they get the 32g version as the other one is missing an antenna connector.
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dottat said:
Yes that's exactly what it is. Make sure they get the 32g version as the other one is missing an antenna connector.
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Im thinking of doing it myself. Where would you recommend getting the parts?

loonatik78 said:
Im thinking of doing it myself. Where would you recommend getting the parts?
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Bought all of mine via eBay. I can look-up some links and send you them via pm when I'm not mobile.
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Bought all of mine via eBay. I can look-up some links and send you them via pm when I'm not mobile.
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That would be awesome! Thank you, thank you very much for your help.

loonatik78 said:
The phone spends a lot of time on the dashboard of a big rig and the harsh vibration made me wonder if something like that might be the case.
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The vibration is easily fixed, carry the phone in your shirt pocket or ?? Your body is as good a vibration insulator as you can find anywhere!

xs11e said:
The vibration is easily fixed, carry the phone in your shirt pocket or ?? Your body is as good a vibration insulator as you can find anywhere!
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I keep my phone on my body as little as possible. Its real uncomfortable to have a phone this big stuffed in a pants pocket all day and I almost never wear shirts with pockets. Even when I do I don't put the phone in them because its fallen out too many times. I'll probably lay it on a towel up there or something.

Mege-thanks!
I wanted to take a moment to give many thanks and utmost appreciation for the help on this problem. I got the board today and just finished installing it a few minutes ago. It's working like charm! I'm VERY happy!

My phone has water damage.

My device has suffered water damage (cup of water spilled on it) so it isn't powering on anymore. I've tried doing google searches to see how samsung handles these issues and determines if it's a defect. But so far I haven't found anything. Samsung has already created a repair ticket and said it should be covered under warranty but I cant help but be worried. Can anyone share their experiences?

XxCyberHackerxX said:
My device has suffered water damage (cup of water spilled on it) so it isn't powering on anymore. I've tried doing google searches to see how samsung handles these issues and determines if it's a defect. But so far I haven't found anything. Samsung has already created a repair ticket and said it should be covered under warranty but I cant help but be worried. Can anyone share their experiences?
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Hi mate
The phone should be water resistant ...... does not make sense that with a little water you have those problems
Check this thread , some people with water problems..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/help/water-proof-t3373195

MAX 404 said:
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The phone should be water resistant ...... does not make sense that with a little water you have those problems
Check this thread , some people with water problems..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/help/water-proof-t3373195
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Looking at the thread now thanks! I agree it shouldn't be causing the issues; I've already contacted Samsung and they will do an inspection and determine if it should be covered under warranty. *fingers crossed*

Mine got ****ed up too after submerging it, got new mbo from samsung told them the truth and that's it, even t-mobile made commercial undewater!

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Mine got ****ed up too after submerging it, got new mbo from samsung told them the truth and that's it, even t-mobile made commercial undewater!
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weird.
i passed out in a jacuzzi (under circumstances that need not be examined here) and woke up when the water was cold; probably an hour. my phone was on the bottom of the tub.
the earpiece sounded a bit funny for awhile, but the next day it was fine.
i wonder if it still gets radio reception down there?

NeoDJW said:
Mine got ****ed up too after submerging it, got new mbo from samsung told them the truth and that's it, even t-mobile made commercial undewater!
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Great to hear that they took care of you!

garbanzo44 said:
weird.
i passed out in a jacuzzi (under circumstances that need not be examined here) and woke up when the water was cold; probably an hour. my phone was on the bottom of the tub.
the earpiece sounded a bit funny for awhile, but the next day it was fine.
i wonder if it still gets radio reception down there?
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I don't think it does actually

garbanzo44 said:
weird.
i passed out in a jacuzzi (under circumstances that need not be examined here) and woke up when the water was cold; probably an hour. my phone was on the bottom of the tub.
the earpiece sounded a bit funny for awhile, but the next day it was fine.
i wonder if it still gets radio reception down there?
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Best post of the day !!!!
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I don't think it does actually
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Best reply of the day !!!!:laugh:

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Best post of the day !!!!
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Best reply of the day !!!!:laugh:
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Lol

*UPDATE* Samsung replaced the phone under warranty!

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*UPDATE* Samsung replaced the phone under warranty!
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Hi mate,
Excellent news , did they give you a hard time or was easy to get the exchange?