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extUSB Data Cable? Not needed anymore!!!

Last night when I was half a sleep I plugged into my HTCTouch Pro a standard USB cable in its ext USB port. It started charging and I went to bed. When woke up in the morning, I was shocked and I was a fraid some thing could have happened to the devive. I immediately unplugged it.
I checked the device and there was nothing wrong with it. I decided to test it further. So, I connected the "wrong cable" again and I could exchange files normally with this standard USB cable. I also used for active sync and Internet sharing!
I also connected the standard cable the Pro's charger and it worked like a breeze. This means that if you need an additional USB cable you can buy a cable at quarter the price of the damned "extUSB" one!
Hope I provided you with some useful trick.
Note: Use it at your own risk. But I tested it on my device with no problems. Perfect!

Sorry to ruin your excitement, but pretty much everyone knew this already. The ExtUSB is a standard USB plug but with extra pins on the edges that only ExtUSB cables have receptors for. They are just audio and video pins, and aren't required to charge to transfer data.

LMAO!!
You are the second one that made this "amazing" discovery!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=449639

johanromijn said:
LMAO!!
You are the second one that made this "amazing" discovery!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=449639
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Third, actually, and my post didn't even seem to surprise anyone: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=444534
However, with a huge and complex forum like this, it's no wonder and no shame that things get discovered, asked or explained again and again. I'm sure there's a lot of people that didn't know this yet and found out by reading your post. So kudos to you.

First time I've seen it. Good to know for when I get mine in a week or so!

was it ever necasarry?
i used regular mini usb on my 8525 all the time

You guys got to be kidding... I couldn't even imagine that someone doesn't know about this already. Mini USB is the standard charger for most recent device these days.
I use the same mini USB (got it for $3) to charge my phone, my camera, my MP3 player and anything that I can plug in. A USB port from your computer have an output of 5Volt... so don't worry about it, it won't kill your device.
Welcome to the Forum, by the way

guys - give him the credit for his discovery. at least it helped me - i didnt know and to me he is the best inventor of 2008!!!!! Way to go abdelbaset0

Lol, this stuff gives me the giggles, personally, ive always used normal MiniUSB cables, ever since they brought out that connection on their devices, but the really funny thing is, when i was in a T-Mobile store once, the attendant genuinly thought it would damaged the device when i said i wanted a normal (miniUSB) car charger to use with my TyTN.... Still Chuckling now.

RavenY2K3 said:
Lol, this stuff gives me the giggles, personally, ive always used normal MiniUSB cables, ever since they brought out that connection on their devices, but the really funny thing is, when i was in a T-Mobile store once, the attendant genuinly thought it would damaged the device when i said i wanted a normal (miniUSB) car charger to use with my TyTN.... Still Chuckling now.
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Sadly, because of reps like that, the various print materials, websites trying to overcharge for a product, and the general user's fear and lack of education....this is the sort of information that a lot of people will probably find to be wildly helpful, even profound.
When my girlfriend got some phone, not entirely sure which one (she's been through quite a few), she thought she had no choice but to use the charging brick and data cable that came in the box. She complained about a low battery one day while in my car. A quick look to see the shape of the port and I plugged in my car charger. She was in shock...and I was equally shocked that a very computer literate asian girl would feel comfortable installing windows but was baffled by the shape of a plug

HTC U11 Bad microphones and loose charging port

So guys, I need some help...my HTC U11 suddenly stopped to record voice/sounds (whatsapp, fb messenger) not even working with stock recorder, then people could not hear me when making calls. Restarted on safe mode and run all the diagnostics but it didn't pick the voice in any way, some weeks later also the charging phone didn't recognize type C earphones neither the type C dongle, I had to move it a little bit so it can connect normally...but it worked normally with the charger (a bit strange) So I took it to repair since is not under warranty anymore, everything works OK, phone turns on, no screen damage, camera, performance, all fine except the issues mentioned above. Thing is, technician said he replaced all microphones but the problem remains, also the charging port is loose (that I can understand) but he says that in order to make it work he would need to replace the whole motherboard, but it looks to me like too much since the phone is not dead at all. I'm no expert but it looks to me I am right, wouldn't be just enough with microphones and charging port flex replacement?I I sincerely hope some of you can give me a better idea or if I'm right or not, since of course replacing the whole motherboard would increase the replacement cost. Thanks for your help.

Why is it not under warranty anymore?

riggsandroid said:
Why is it not under warranty anymore?
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I'm from Perú and bought it from an external source since it is the 6 GB/128 GB version (tried to contact warranty but HTC said it was supposed to be seen by the origin country (phone was bought in Hong Kong) so you know, just by sending it over it would really cost a lot.

Send it back and get a refund. I highly advise you don't pay for anything and contact the supplier. They might cover the costs of postage if you ask nicely. If they don't, the cost of packaging and posting to HK won't be anywhere near the cost of the phone itself, or the cost of a motherboard.
Once you have your refund you can buy another phone from a location more reliable and closer to home as the 6/128 has now gone worldwide.

jcnieto21 said:
So guys, I need some help...my HTC U11 suddenly stopped to record voice/sounds (whatsapp, fb messenger) not even working with stock recorder, then people could not hear me when making calls. Restarted on safe mode and run all the diagnostics but it didn't pick the voice in any way, some weeks later also the charging phone didn't recognize type C earphones neither the type C dongle, I had to move it a little bit so it can connect normally...but it worked normally with the charger (a bit strange) So I took it to repair since is not under warranty anymore, everything works OK, phone turns on, no screen damage, camera, performance, all fine except the issues mentioned above. Thing is, technician said he replaced all microphones but the problem remains, also the charging port is loose (that I can understand) but he says that in order to make it work he would need to replace the whole motherboard, but it looks to me like too much since the phone is not dead at all. I'm no expert but it looks to me I am right, wouldn't be just enough with microphones and charging port flex replacement?I I sincerely hope some of you can give me a better idea or if I'm right or not, since of course replacing the whole motherboard would increase the replacement cost. Thanks for your help.
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Dude!!! Yes!!! Same issue here. My phone doesn't recognize when it's been charged, and it only charges to 87% and the led light doesnt turn red at all. My mic isn't working either. When I make calls I have to have it on speaker so the other mics kick in. I have already replaced the charging port which also includes the main mic but no success. Hopefully someone will be able to help us. Other than that, u11 is great.

Placid_Knight89 said:
Dude!!! Yes!!! Same issue here. My phone doesn't recognize when it's been charged, and it only charges to 87% and the led light doesnt turn red at all. My mic isn't working either. When I make calls I have to have it on speaker so the other mics kick in. I have already replaced the charging port which also includes the main mic but no success. Hopefully someone will be able to help us. Other than that, u11 is great.
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Hmmmm, I have to say i have some similar issues, except for the MIC problems. Connecting the official charger + cable does not charge the device. Nothing seems to happen. Connecting the official HTC USB-C headphones also does nothing. However when connecting the charger or the headphones and restarting the phone does work (i.e phones charges, headphones detected).
As said I do not have issues with the microphone. Seems software? Reset to Factory settings?

chillaxx said:
Hmmmm, I have to say i have some similar issues, except for the MIC problems. Connecting the official charger + cable does not charge the device. Nothing seems to happen. Connecting the official HTC USB-C headphones also does nothing. However when connecting the charger or the headphones and restarting the phone does work (i.e phones charges, headphones detected).
As said I do not have issues with the microphone. Seems software? Reset to Factory settings?
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I have done a factory reset but nothing.

chillaxx said:
Hmmmm, I have to say i have some similar issues, except for the MIC problems. Connecting the official charger + cable does not charge the device. Nothing seems to happen. Connecting the official HTC USB-C headphones also does nothing. However when connecting the charger or the headphones and restarting the phone does work (i.e phones charges, headphones detected).
As said I do not have issues with the microphone. Seems software? Reset to Factory settings?
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Did you ever figure out what it only worked after restarting while connected?

saidAbs said:
Did you ever figure out what it only worked after restarting while connected?
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Sorry, can't remember. Do not have the phone anymore. After a very long HTC only path I'm on Huawei now

Kill your pains. 2 in 1 Hi Res Audio + PD Fast Charging adapter By Soulsound

Everyone knows normal 3.5mm audio adapter are not fit for Essential phone due to DAC chipset required. But when you are listening to music, you cannot charge your phone.
Now i recommend a 2 in 1 adapter for you!
What's special?
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2. Max 3A PD fast charging
3. You can do 1+2 above at the same time
Here is link for you:
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You will never stop the movie/game on your Essential and pull off the headphone, put on the power and continue with a speaker again.

Thanks for sharing , I ordered one and it works

I'd like to see a video review and some photos of this if possible, the way this post was written sounds like an advertisement of your own product, or a product you got for free from the manufacturer (no offense). Also wondering if it's fully USB-C spec compliant so there won't be any voltage issues when using it.
Edit: Looking at OP's past posts, he is the seller.

@Teclover Bill send me one to review

Blazekitten said:
Thanks for sharing , I ordered one and it works
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Good to know!

Gamernivek said:
I'd like to see a video review and some photos of this if possible, the way this post was written sounds like an advertisement of your own product, or a product you got for free from the manufacturer (no offense). Also wondering if it's fully USB-C spec compliant so there won't be any voltage issues when using it.
Edit: Looking at OP's past posts, he is the seller.
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Happy to tell you, i developed this product, but sell by my friend.
I am open to collect all issues to improve it and listen to public what else they need.
Due to this product needs to be different with normal 2 in 1 usb c adapter (without DAC), the inside design is different. That's why all other 2 in 1 adapters cannot work with external DAC required phones, except for Moshi's. They are totally 2 different stories standing on development point.
For normal usb c adapters, the resistor lays in usb c end, however for this kind of adapters, the components have to put on the motherboard. That is to say, the motherboard will take all the risks and devices won't. The motherboard is 3 inch away from your phone, the heat won't affect the phone.
For voltage issue you are concerning, 5V comes out from power supply all the way, 2A charging into phone. One thing i have to mention: use original power supply to charge!
You are welcome to ask other users from another thread below who got this adapter!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2/accessories/finally-pixel-2-xl-audio-pd-charging-2-t3807588

TheRealKingSen said:
@Teclover Bill send me one to review
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I am happy to. Check the message box.

Teclover Bill said:
Happy to tell you, i developed this product, but sell by my friend.
I am open to collect all issues to improve it and listen to public what else they need.
Due to this product needs to be different with normal 2 in 1 usb c adapter (without DAC), the inside design is different. That's why all other 2 in 1 adapters cannot work with external DAC required phones, except for Moshi's. They are totally 2 different stories standing on development point.
For normal usb c adapters, the resistor lays in usb c end, however for this kind of adapters, the components have to put on the motherboard. That is to say, the motherboard will take all the risks and devices won't. The motherboard is 3 inch away from your phone, the heat won't affect the phone.
For voltage issue you are concerning, 5V comes out from power supply all the way, 2A charging into phone. One thing i have to mention: use original power supply to charge!
You are welcome to ask other users from another thread below who got this adapter!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2/accessories/finally-pixel-2-xl-audio-pd-charging-2-t3807588
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I actually purchased it to test it out. Audio quality is definitely better than the included 48kHz adapter, but I'm running into a problem with it right out of the box. There's a pulsing clicking/popping noise that can occasionally be heard at a low volume in quarter second intervals when headphones are plugged into the adapter and you're on a screen with no sound playing (volume of the phone has no bearing on this) There's also some static when switching between screens with no sound. The OEM 3.5mm adapter doesn't have these problems. Also, the clicking/popping noise can also be heard when the adapter is plugged plugged into the wall with USB-C but not plugged into the phone. So it doesn't really matter where it's plugged into, but if there's a power source, the noise is heard. I'm thinking mine may have been a dud, but would like to hear from you or the seller on wether or not this is a normal occurrence. Sent an email to your friend, the seller, yesterday, waiting for him/her to get back to me now regarding getting a possible replacement.

Gamernivek said:
I actually purchased it to test it out. Audio quality is definitely better than the included 48kHz adapter, but I'm running into a problem with it right out of the box. There's a pulsing clicking/popping noise that can occasionally be heard at a low volume in quarter second intervals when headphones are plugged into the adapter and you're on a screen with no sound playing (volume of the phone has no bearing on this) There's also some static when switching between screens with no sound. The OEM 3.5mm adapter doesn't have these problems. Also, the clicking/popping noise can also be heard when the adapter is plugged plugged into the wall with USB-C but not plugged into the phone. So it doesn't really matter where it's plugged into, but if there's a power source, the noise is heard. I'm thinking mine may have been a dud, but would like to hear from you or the seller on wether or not this is a normal occurrence. Sent an email to your friend, the seller, yesterday, waiting for him/her to get back to me now regarding getting a possible replacement.
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In order to improve it, I'hv asked my friend to send you a replacement, cost on me.
Your problem should not happen, lets see how the replacement works.
I suggest below plugging steps:
1. plug the wall charger to adapter
2. plug the adapter to phone
3. plug headphone to adapter
waiting for your report on replacement.

Teclover Bill said:
In order to improve it, I'hv asked my friend to send you a replacement, cost on me.
Your problem should not happen, lets see how the replacement works.
I suggest below plugging steps:
1. plug the wall charger to adapter
2. plug the adapter to phone
3. plug headphone to adapter
waiting for your report on replacement.
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Thanks! I'll try that from here on out. I realized I used the wrong words to describe the noise in my last post, the sound is actually more like a digital beep. It doesn't sound like distortion (well, the static when switching screens does), but more like something you'd hear from an error message popup in rapid succession.
The product you developed is very good other than this though. The audio quality is better than the OEM adapter and charging is fast. I'm excited to use this as a part of my daily routine!
I did have some observations regarding the design though if you'll hear me out - especially in regards to the cable you used. The cable is very flexible, which may make it more comfortable to use, but I have doubts on how well it can hold up. In my experience, the thiner and less rigid the cable, the more likely it is to fail. If the cable was more rigid and half the length it may hold up longer. I'm sure you have done more testing than I have in this regard though, so after a few months of use I could give you some better findings.

Gamernivek said:
Thanks! I'll try that from here on out. I realized I used the wrong words to describe the noise in my last post, the sound is actually more like a digital beep. It doesn't sound like distortion (well, the static when switching screens does), but more like something you'd hear from an error message popup in rapid succession.
The product you developed is very good other than this though. The audio quality is better than the OEM adapter and charging is fast. I'm excited to use this as a part of my daily routine!
I did have some observations regarding the design though if you'll hear me out - especially in regards to the cable you used. The cable is very flexible, which may make it more comfortable to use, but I have doubts on how well it can hold up. In my experience, the thiner and less rigid the cable, the more likely it is to fail. If the cable was more rigid and half the length it may hold up longer. I'm sure you have done more testing than I have in this regard though, so after a few months of use I could give you some better findings.
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Thanks my friend. Your voice is always important to me.
For the sounding like distortion when switching screens, lets test the replacement;
For the cable, don't worry, this is best cable we are using. My partner factory is a professional cable manufacturer for 10 years and they has all kinds of cable. This one is the most expensive one. Check the copper inside by cutting it off! Come back to me within 1 year if the cable has problem.

Teclover Bill said:
Thanks my friend. Your voice is always important to me.
For the sounding like distortion when switching screens, lets test the replacement;
For the cable, don't worry, this is best cable we are using. My partner factory is a professional cable manufacturer for 10 years and they has all kinds of cable. This one is the most expensive one. Check the copper inside by cutting it off! Come back to me within 1 year if the cable has problem.
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I actually got the replacement very quickly, and I haven't noticed the beeping noise again yet, but the static/white noise is still there when I switch screens. It doesn't happen with the OEM adapter, but it's something that's present with this one. I tried 5 pairs of headphones and found that it varies in intensity depending on which pair I'm using. The best pair I used was a pair of Nox earbuds (discontinued brand), while the worst were JVC. JBL, Xiaomi, and TaoTronics all tested about the same. When switching screens/apps with no volume playing, there's a initial pop of static, followed by a second or so of white noise before it goes away. The Nox buds were the only pair of headphones I tried that only had the initial pop (no white noise following), and at a lower volume than the others I tested. It's almost as if it's trying to pick up on sound that should be playing on the new screen, but once it can't find any it gives up. It may just be a device specific problem as I haven't seen anything regarding this on the Pixel thread, and it's not something serious that will make or break the product, but it is a minor annoyance. Since the replacement had the same problem, I'm assuming it's something that will be true for all stock.
Edit: After a few days the beeping showed up on the replacement as well. Oh well, it still works great if sound is actually playing, but if you're like me and just have your headphones plugged in all the time, it's not something that would replace the OEM adapter (for the 3.5mm adapter only).

Thanks My friend,
It is really a helpful review from you! I have asked other testers also using an Essential phone but they don't have the problem like yours. However, as long as you find problem, i have the responsibility to find them out and fix it. These days i have been looking for several essential phone users to test and waiting for there reports. Meanwhile i am also asking my team to simulate your case and fix that problem, but that need time. Although the phone model is same, it needs time and lucks to re-appear the same problem you have.
Thank you for your wonderful report, i won't ruin your hard work.
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I actually got the replacement very quickly, and I haven't noticed the beeping noise again yet, but the static/white noise is still there when I switch screens. It doesn't happen with the OEM adapter, but it's something that's present with this one. I tried 5 pairs of headphones and found that it varies in intensity depending on which pair I'm using. The best pair I used was a pair of Nox earbuds (discontinued brand), while the worst were JVC. JBL, Xiaomi, and TaoTronics all tested about the same. When switching screens/apps with no volume playing, there's a initial pop of static, followed by a second or so of white noise before it goes away. The Nox buds were the only pair of headphones I tried that only had the initial pop (no white noise following), and at a lower volume than the others I tested. It's almost as if it's trying to pick up on sound that should be playing on the new screen, but once it can't find any it gives up. It may just be a device specific problem as I haven't seen anything regarding this on the Pixel thread, and it's not something serious that will make or break the product, but it is a minor annoyance. Since the replacement had the same problem, I'm assuming it's something that will be true for all stock.
Edit: After a few days the beeping showed up on the replacement as well. Oh well, it still works great if sound is actually playing, but if you're like me and just have your headphones plugged in all the time, it's not something that would replace the OEM adapter (for the 3.5mm adapter only).
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Works great for phones with no headphone (3.5) jack. I have the Essential Phone and being able to charge and listen to music/movies via 3.5 jack at the same time has been awesome. The sound is just as good or better than the USB C to 3.5 jack that came with the phone. This should have been included in the box when the phone arrived. I loaded Viper up and it sounds even better. I will be buying again for my other phones..

Thanks so much Johnny for helping test!
I am also looking forward to know whether you have the same problem with the friend in above comments? He is also using an Essential Phone, but he found some problem when using.
I know you are busy, take your time and test it for more days before reports.
As a developer i am eager to kill all imperfect things and make it zero issue to everyone.
Thanks!
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Works great for phones with no headphone (3.5) jack. I have the Essential Phone and being able to charge and listen to music/movies via 3.5 jack at the same time has been awesome. The sound is just as good or better than the USB C to 3.5 jack that came with the phone. This should have been included in the box when the phone arrived. I loaded Viper up and it sounds even better. I will be buying again for my other phones..
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Teclover Bill said:
Thanks so much Johnny for helping test!
I am also looking forward to know whether you have the same problem with the friend in above comments? He is also using an Essential Phone, but he found some problem when using.
I know you are busy, take your time and test it for more days before reports.
As a developer i am eager to kill all imperfect things and make it zero issue to everyone.
Thanks!
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I have not had the pop sound/noise when switching apps or anything else. It really has been great. I am rooted running viper though.

Teclover Bill said:
Thanks My friend,
It is really a helpful review from you! I have asked other testers also using an Essential phone but they don't have the problem like yours. However, as long as you find problem, i have the responsibility to find them out and fix it. These days i have been looking for several essential phone users to test and waiting for there reports. Meanwhile i am also asking my team to simulate your case and fix that problem, but that need time. Although the phone model is same, it needs time and lucks to re-appear the same problem you have.
Thank you for your wonderful report, i won't ruin your hard work.
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I'm going to see if I can record the sound somehow. I'm curious as to wether it would play when connected to a speaker - I'll try that next. Kind of odd that I'm the only one who has reports of the extra noises. 2 out of 2 adapters I've tried both had the problem though, so I don't think it's a coincidence. I've also tried the adapters on 2 different Essential Phones and had the same results.

Finnaly an adapter that looks like it works as advertised .
Do you maybe have an EU store too, so that I don't have to pay an arm and a leg for customs and shipping?
Can't wait to enjoy charging and watching a movie at the same time!
To be honest, manufacturers should include an adapter like this by default if they decide to remove 3.5mm port and DAC.
Kind Regards

Teclover Bill said:
For voltage issue you are concerning, 5V comes out from power supply all the way, 2A charging into phone. One thing i have to mention: use original power supply to charge!
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So this adapter charges at lower output than OEM (3A)?
Sent from my PH-1 using Tapatalk

Yes lower than 3A for smartphones. Only when you use it on laptop like Macbook will reach 3A max.
For PH-1, the max current reach 2.5A max. If you have facebook, i can send you a video showing the charging voltage/current/watt
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So this adapter charges at lower output than OEM (3A)?
Sent from my PH-1 using Tapatalk
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Xperia XZ Premium Charging Issues

Hi All,
I'm hoping someone here can share their opinions.
Recently I've been having charging issues with my XZ Premium. Started a few weeks ago, with the charger plugged in, it would randomly stop and start charging.
Lately it's been getting much worse. I have tried different chargers, cables, adapters etc. The original Sony USB cable plugged into a wall charger, and my laptop. My Dell laptop USB-C (thunderbolt) wall charger, as well as my Dell external battery charger, as well as MicroUSB cables with a USB-C adapter.
Without touching the cables or moving anything, sometimes it'll start or stop charging randomly.
I personally think it's the phone's USB-C connector. I've tried to clean it using a damp wooden toothpick and got some dust out, but it didn't make any difference.
The phone is rooted, and is out of warranty anyways. I also have a lot of security features installed which would make it hard for a tech to troubleshoot (needs passwords etc to be shut down or rebooted) and I store some cryptocurrencies in wallets on my phone.
Is it worth taking it to a tech (I live in Japan, and don't speak much Japanese) or should I be looking at an upgrade? If so, what is the recommended phone from Sony currently? I honestly really like the XZ Premium, so I'm tempted just to buy another one if mine can't be easily fixed.
Thanks!

Bit of an update.
I managed to get my phone to charge using the original Sony USB -> USB-C cable, with an adapter plugged into the thunderbolt port on my laptop. Charging is still incredibly slow though. Also, I noticed when it hit 30% charge, it stopped accepting charge unless the phone is unlocked. If I hit the lock button, the charge light switches off. It switches on again when I unlock it.
*Small edit* It stopped charging again at 31%, despite being unlocked.
Wiggling the cable in the phone socket doesn't seem to effect whether it charges or not, which should rule out the connector in the phone. It has also not registered as a device on my laptop, despite being connected via the USB cable, which would mean it's not specifically a battery issue either, as there's no data connection being made.
So I'm starting to think it's a hardware issue.
I've ordered a new Xperia XZ Premium, because I really do love this phone, and the new XZ2 Premium doesn't seem like much of an upgrade to me apart from the camera, and slightly faster performance. And as much as I'd love to have wireless charging, moving the finger print sensor, and no 3.5mm audio output is a massive dealbreaker for me.

mine died like this, was on charge, started to say charghing/discharghing until he turned off and never came back.. under warranty they changed MoBo/2 stickers/components (??)/ 2 screw and now is back like new

Long term bump.
I bought a new replacement 8142 and have been using that successfully, and I decided to try and fix the charging issues on my old one.
I've just installed a brand new genuine battery, charging port, and power/vol/camera button connections.
The phone booted up fine, but it's STILL not charging at all. Any ideas? Motherboard maybe?

tombow said:
Long term bump.
I bought a new replacement 8142 and have been using that successfully, and I decided to try and fix the charging issues on my old one.
I've just installed a brand new genuine battery, charging port, and power/vol/camera button connections.
The phone booted up fine, but it's STILL not charging at all. Any ideas? Motherboard maybe?
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Maybe the flex cable isn't working

have only just started having this issue yesterday, have tried different charger and usbc cable combinations, cant even get my pc to recognise it as a plugged in turned off xzp and it wont turn on only show the battery icon with low level indicator in the red.

I have a similar issue.
When I connect my XZP to the pc using a Rampower cable USB-C to USB (sold as 5Gbps and 5V/3A power, thus an USB3.0 with fast charge of 15W) I suffer of the same issue exposed above: randomly the connection get interrupted.
While, charging the phone, yet with the above-mentioned cable and original Sony charger, I get no problem at all!
NB: I have never tried with the original USB cable...

Common fault with the xzp.
The actual connector from the logic board that the usb c module connects to burns out. Require a new logic board or connector to be replaced/soldered on and new usb c module.

kw0n2k said:
Common fault with the xzp.
The actual connector from the logic board that the usb c module connects to burns out. Require a new logic board or connector to be replaced/soldered on and new usb c module.
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This is good news, because sourcing a mainboard is half the price of the phone, and I've already spent money on a new battery and charging port etc.
My 2nd G8142 phone has just started displaying the same symptoms, and I can't afford a complete replacement.
Can you confirm that this is the part I need? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000160901916.html
If so, I'll grab 2, and install into my old phone first to confirm the fix, before then installing one in my newer phone.

tombow said:
This is good news, because sourcing a mainboard is half the price of the phone, and I've already spent money on a new battery and charging port etc.
My 2nd G8142 phone has just started displaying the same symptoms, and I can't afford a complete replacement.
Can you confirm that this is the part I need? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000160901916.html
If so, I'll grab 2, and install into my old phone first to confirm the fix, before then installing one in my newer phone.
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Im onto my second xzp and never had a charging issue

Beetle84 said:
Im onto my second xzp and never had a charging issue
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Lucky you!
I'm onto my 2nd one, and have had the same charging issues with both.
Both phones have been rooted with a custom ROM, and I use my Dell smart-powerbank to charge them fairly often. So perhaps that is the cause of the early failures on both.

tombow said:
Lucky you!
I'm onto my 2nd one, and have had the same charging issues with both.
Both phones have been rooted with a custom ROM, and I use my Dell smart-powerbank to charge them fairly often. So perhaps that is the cause of the early failures on both.
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I have unlocked both on day one :laugh:
I have never used a powerbank, could be a factor. Or just bad luck
My first xzp, i cracked the screen trying to replace the screen adhesive, so i bought a rosso red one from ebay.

tombow said:
This is good news, because sourcing a mainboard is half the price of the phone, and I've already spent money on a new battery and charging port etc.
My 2nd G8142 phone has just started displaying the same symptoms, and I can't afford a complete replacement.
Can you confirm that this is the part I need? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000160901916.html
If so, I'll grab 2, and install into my old phone first to confirm the fix, before then installing one in my newer phone.
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Unfortunately I can't confirm if that is the exact part you need as I don't do repairs. All I can confirm is that my repairer has stated that he has seen XZP's with the same recurring issue with the connector burning out.
My guess is, that is the part as he had to micro solder a new connector to the logicboard.

kw0n2k said:
Unfortunately I can't confirm if that is the exact part you need as I don't do repairs. All I can confirm is that my repairer has stated that he has seen XZP's with the same recurring issue with the connector burning out.
My guess is, that is the part as he had to micro solder a new connector to the logicboard.
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That's good enough for me! I'll grab a couple of them and see if it fixed my older phone first (because I've already tried the battery and the USB-C socket etc) Will update once I've done the repair.

Hope you can fix that problem and share some experience on this issue. Mine has a similar problem. The difference is that it can be charged to 100% but very slow and randomly stop.

sala499 said:
Hope you can fix that problem and share some experience on this issue. Mine has a similar problem. The difference is that it can be charged to 100% but very slow and randomly stop.
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Yep, that's how my issue started too. It'll progressively get worse.
I've just bought a Google Pixel 3 XL as my 2nd XZP has ceased accepting any charge at all. I'll see if these motherboard sockets fix the issues, then keep one and sell one. Otherwise I'll just sell them both off as parts.

tombow said:
Yep, that's how my issue started too. It'll progressively get worse.
I've just bought a Google Pixel 3 XL as my 2nd XZP has ceased accepting any charge at all. I'll see if these motherboard sockets fix the issues, then keep one and sell one. Otherwise I'll just sell them both off as parts.
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I talked to some tech on Alibaba (A Chinese shopping website) and they said it can be fixed by replacing that socket. But the replacement requires professional welding equipment and skills. Or the motherboard can be damaged. That's why I am looking for other people's experience before I take step myself. If you succeed, please update this thread. I think there are more people like me who is looking for successful experience from others. Thank you for your sharing.:good:

A90 major issue

Few days after update to android 10 i started to have notification saying usb connector disconnected and connected without any cable being attached to phone. Its going in loop...flickering from disconnected to connected erc.
As well i have issues with genuine samsung headphones that were included in box... they do not work anymore.
All happen right after update....
Is this a hardware issue or software bug?
Anyone can help?
I did factory resset....even my battery is not holding up well...

All good on my end, potentially hardware damage..
Take it to Samsung you still should have warranty

underdog_656 said:
All good on my end, potentially hardware damage..
Take it to Samsung you still should have warranty
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I was hoping a spftware glitch....
Many i mean many a70 users suffer from the same glitch.... will have to bring it to shop...expensive brick...

Went to my carrier today -vodafone.... guy said yeh thats common issue with a50 ...a70 and a90 5g.... usb port is fragile and doesnt hold up at all.... you will need to get it changed. I am booked in for Tuesday morning...for the service...its 2 hours waiting....then and there... will keep this updated.

Just got the phone back....usb flex port faulty... replaced under warranty...
Its fine...but not a happy camper that it broke after 2 months of delicate use

Hunteres said:
Just got the phone back....usb flex port faulty... replaced under warranty...
Its fine...but not a happy camper that it broke after 2 months of delicate use
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I'd recommend getting magnetic USB-C cables for that matter. I've bought one (actually three but only one with the magnet) from AliExpress with PD-capability (they cost around 10€ for cable and magnet combo, 7€ for the cable and 4€ for the magnet itself) and I'm totally satisfied with them. I only have to unplug them if I e.g. use my wired headphones for telephony (since my bluetooth headphones have got a bad mic) and flashing updates/rooting via Odin (because they only support USB 2.0 speed standards).

yomama163 said:
I'd recommend getting magnetic USB-C cables for that matter. I've bought one (actually three but only one with the magnet) from AliExpress with PD-capability (they cost around 10€ for cable and magnet combo, 7€ for the cable and 4€ for the magnet itself) and I'm totally satisfied with them. I only have to unplug them if I e.g. use my wired headphones for telephony (since my bluetooth headphones have got a bad mic) and flashing updates/rooting via Odin (because they only support USB 2.0 speed standards).
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Orderdd the sets month a go...but still..this phone was 700 euro back then....and having fragile usb port doesnt add up... well its a beast anyway.....