For some random reason my phone began charging only when plugged into a computer. When plugged into the wall it would just sit there. Suspiciously, this happened after an Android update.
Then the phone stopped opening in Windows (so I could not move files in/out or sync it with my computers).
So I spent 20 hours trying different cables, different plugs, different phone sync settings, etc.. I finally resorted to purchasing a $4 board with a new charging port.
Replacing the charging port involved taking the phone apart and trying to put it back together following some random YouTube instructions. The process involved 10-12 screws, removing the cover & applying epoxy to re-attach it, unplugging 4 wires, taking off an inner cover - - basically ripping the phone apart.
- Chances of breaking phone permanently: 50%
- Chances of fixing the problem: 30%
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| Phone repair in progress |
The repair was a harrowing experience. Notice in the picture that the new board (in the phone) has a slightly different shape - this required some minor surgery on the board to make it fit.
After the new card was installed the phone decided to apply a massive Android update. After the update the phone was able to connect to the computer, share files, and charge properly.
Did the new board fix the problem? Did the Android update fix the problem? At this point I've waster 2 hours and spent $4 ... so these questions will remain unanswered.
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