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solution for flap damage?

leslie2 — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 07:36:39 GMT

my headset flap on xperia z in automatically comin out .if i close the flap its closed for a while and again the flap comes out automatically . how to fix this issue........... is there any replacement of flaps or replacement of xperia z full pannel????

Re: solution for flap damage?

GeoffH — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 07:58:00 GMT

I believe you can purchase here, I think these flaps will be a best seller :smileygrin:

http://rounded.com/

Re: solution for flap damage?

leslie2 — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 08:15:43 GMT

its given as out of stock

Re: solution for flap damage?

GeoffH — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 08:35:57 GMT

contact them by email and see when it will be in stock - don't forget this is a very new device

In the meantime keep it away from water as you would any other mobile phone

One of the reasons I bought the chaging dock was because I didn't like opening the usb cover multiple times per day as it wouldn't last and eventually lose it's water seal

I think it's good that there is a source for these parts and not too expensive - they even sell the LCD assembly which is good

Re: solution for flap damage?

leslie2 — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 08:44:34 GMT

i should buy tat flap and paste it wit tat white colour flap inside ah?

Re: solution for flap damage?

GeoffH — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 08:49:35 GMT

not sure what you mean but yes just buy the new flap and keep the phone away from water in the mean time - you may not be able to fit the the little tie that holds it when open - not sure

you need to see when you get it if the old one pulls out with gentle force and you can push the new one in - never done it

Re: solution for flap damage?

TheEntelexia — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 11:27:34 GMT

Just briefly skimmed this thread....hmm if the flaps were to get damaged...I dunno how you'd replace them tbh, those white/translucent attachements would have to be secured pretty tightly no? =/ Wouldnt want to damage the phone.

Re: solution for flap damage?

GeoffH — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:32:38 GMT

right - it is obviously possible to replace them since you can order them - I know how I would do it but it would be a good idea for anyone ordering to ask for possible fitting options from the supplier - that's what I would do

Re: solution for flap damage?

TheEntelexia — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 18:12:50 GMT

yep couldn't agree more geoffh. I wouldn't dare to install them myself without knowing I'm doing it correctly basically because if you don't, and you wet that phone...bye bye $$ lol

Re: solution for flap damage?

GeoffH — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 18:47:00 GMT

the only issue is how to attach the plastic tether

Re: solution for flap damage?

TheEntelexia — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 18:53:26 GMT

How to attach the plastic tether correctly lol. Im just saying, wouldn't want to do it just on a whim without knowing I was doing it properly...I wouldn't want to compromise the phone is all im trying to say.

Re: solution for flap damage?

Samuel1 — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:14:15 GMT

I would not recommend you to replace these by yourself. If you still want warranty, send the phone in to a service center.

Contact your local Xperia Support for more information:

http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/support/contact-us/

Re: solution for flap damage?

dhruvaz — Thu, 29 Aug 2013 10:31:59 GMT

Well I am still under waranty and they said to me it might freaking cost money to change it. they were not sure but they did say MIGHT cost.