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I'm running a diagnostic on this Samsung Tab and there’s this dot array that will flash every 2 seconds and change to a...

If the speakerphone option is “greyed” out during a phone call, this is an Audio IC failure. Here is more information on this failure and options for getting it fixed: https://www.ipadrehab.com/article.cfm?Ar...

Check sound settings for output type. Might have been changed recently without your knowledge. If it isn’t set to TV speakers, check all audio connections.

Hi @jnemon PMIC is a common failure for the Samsung S8 series. The typical failure will eventually result in the phone being completely drained and unable to turn on at all (its a good time for you to check the back-up settings). Here is the replacement process for this chip: https://vimeo.com/274029552 If you aren’t comfortable with this repair, you can get the logic board replaced through any Samsung Authorized Service Provider. If your phone is still under warranty, there would be no cost associated with the replacement.

Hi @kmredul Push the bit into the hollow end until it is stuck in place. It will need to be pushed a little harder versus putting the bit directly into the driver. If the bit is not magnetic, you can attach a small magnet to the bit or rub the bit itself against a larger magnet.

There are really two options for this: (1) Order a replacement iPex antenna socket and attempt to solder the replacement to the logic board (I would order a wifi card with the same socket and transfer the connector) (2) Strip back the antenna wires and solder them directly to the logic board.

There are many professional tools that will make the corner look perfect, such as the gTool iCorner or the PlierTek Corner repair pliers. If you’re doing this repair as a one-off, then any type of small smooth pliers (Like this one) will help bend the corner into the correct shape. You should be able to get a basic pliers set at any local hardware or craft store.

Does the cable wiggle up and down when plugged in? Charging port failure is very common for Kindles. The replacement process unfortunately isn’t easy either. If you do not have the tools or experience I recommend taking it to a local repair shop that supports soldered charging port repairs.

Hi @cluelessgiget Did you check the charging port for damage? Look inside for bent/missing pins. Also plug in the cable and gently push up and down to see if the port itself is loose. If you need a replacement port, the process will require micro-soldering.

Did you pry to keyboard out? There are screws hidden underneath when trying to separate the casing. If you are trying to remove the keyboard itself, there should be 2 screws on the bottom in the center holding it in place. They might be hidden underneath and access panel, but are usually labeled with a tiny “keyboard” symbol close by.

Hold the bit with pliers, reverse the gun for couple of times, and then try to pull it out. Might’ve just gotten jammed in the hex a little.

During this step, there should be a picture of the flip side showing 4 more Philips screws hidden deep inside the headset. Removing those additional 4 screws is critical to getting the headset opened and continuing to the next step.