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[Xperia Tablet Z Themes and Apps] Rootk1t:
[MENTION=4616838]Cat McGowan[/MENTION]

Tried on 5.1.1 what was written above. Placed bootanimation.zip to data/local/ set 0644, rebooted and... saw an old stock boot animation....:(

Placed it to \system\media and it is working good.
[Nexus 7 (2013) Q&A] tracerit:
It's kinda weird looking at just three columns for the bookmarks where on my 1st gen Nexus 7 there would be 5 columns.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Sleepy!:
Please report any build quality issues here so that prospective buyers can be aware of them and so that new owners can know what issues to be on the look out for.

Confirmed

*Dead pixels

*Screen light bleed

*Oddly coloured pixels (mostly on the left side of the screen)

*Issues with accurate displaying of battery levels

Unconfirmed

*Screen creaking

*Screen flickering when brightness level is set below 30% (more details here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2384131)

Please share any more problems that you come across so we can know all the potential issues with the new N7, and any fixes for the same.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] phonic:
Hardware Issues: None (so far). I'm actually VERY impressed, as I was quite nervous after the original N7 debacle. No screen lift, no dead/stuck pixels, no problems whatsoever. It feels very sturdy and well built as well, significantly better than the original. Now I just need to get a case to keep it that way.

Software Issues: Haven't had a chance to use it long enough to tell, but there is certainly one major issue affecting some people. I won't go into the details here (it's been discussed in other threads), but some devices seem to be unable to upgrade to the JSS15J OTA update due to a failure to validate one of the files. I bring this up here because, IMHO, it is a 'build quality' related issue, or more specifically a problem with QA. In all reported cases so far, none of these affected devices had the standard wallpaper installed, which seems to indicate that there was a flashing issue at the factory.

Overall, I am very happy with the unit. I wasn't sure whether I would buy it since I still liked my original N7, plus I have a new Dell Latitude 10 tablet I bought a few weeks ago, but I'm glad I went ahead and got it.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Sleepy!:
Awesome. Here's to hoping that most users have no issues, man.

I personally am waiting for the LTE version.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] phonic:
Yeah, I was originally planning on holding out for that version too. I have the N73G and, on occasion, found the 3G part to be quite useful. I was a bit hesitant to effectively downgrade to the standard version. However, I decided to go ahead with the standard 32GB version for a few reasons:

1) I rarely used the 3G.

2) When I did use it, I always had my cell phone and could have just tethered it.

3) The added cost to the unit (isn't it like +$70?), plus the $15/month I was paying to AT&T just wasn't worth it IMHO.

4) My two-week old Latitude 10 tablet has an aircard built-in and I have service for that too.

5) I wanted the new N7 now.

Assuming that the LTE version was available yesterday, I would say that I would have almost certainly bought it instead. But since it wasn't, I went ahead without it.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] jayochs:
thought there was a thread for this already.. my issues are dust under the screen and dead pixels. returned my first for dead pixels.. my second has dust under it which is black on white and colored screens... I hardly notice it so I'm keeping it... and there's some light bleed up top.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] dboss007:
No software issues here, but just found a dead pixel. I'm about to return it to Best Buy for a replacement.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Ravynmagi:
So far no complaints about the build quality on mine. And that is a huge improvement over the 5 or so 2012 Nexus 7s I went through last July, haha.

I have some minor light bleed that is noticeable with dark backgrounds (like reading Kindle in night mode). But it's not bad enough that it bothers me.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] skyhawk21:
I am on the latest update and have issues with GPS still with all location options enabled in every system setting and google settings for location.

I get quick locks on gps in GPS TEST and GPS STATUS, I load MAPS the newest version get a lock, then close and run gasbuddy get a lock, close run speedtest get a gps lock, then goto gps test again and after awhile it will completely stop locking on satellites and reset and then keeps showing a gps searching flashing icon top left screen but after awhile stops locking on to satellites and wont find any! Then you got to reboot everytime you want to use gps...

And my previous trick for other devices to fix the gps does not work apparently! Please someone else do some extensive testing before my 14 day return window so I can see if its only my device or all new nexus 7 2013 devices. I know ASUS has a history of having messed up GPS hardware in their tablets....

Also I had issues with the camera hardware and or software wise with the stock android 4.3 camera app. Still need to do more testing but it was having issues in direct and bright sunlight during photo taking and video taking!
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] skyhawk21:
Camera issues fixed with latest update...

for gps I had to do this:

Knock on Wood, I think I got the gps problems nipped in the butt!

I had to reset the tablet from system settings after having both updates installed, when setting up tablet (initial boot) enable all location stuff except for the new android 4.3 wifi location while off option.. Also make sure to disable backup and restore options while doing the initial install.

Now so far GPS has been working steadily ever since first initial boot, no need to reset and power up again and after trying it for an hour all gps apps back and forth its still finding signal sometimes instant sometimes 20 seconds or so but no issues like before this time...

Working like it should now! I guess a hard reset after all updates was needed to reconfigure things!
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Doomstang:
As I posted in another thread....

My 32gb showed up from Amazon today...I love the device but I'm not impressed with this flaw down the left side. My pixels aren't dead....they are extra alive :(

I set up a return for exchange with Amazon. Looks like the 32gb's are out of stock so I will be waiting for them to ship me a new one. I wish Amazon had better info on the status of it, I would like to see it saying "will ship as soon as new stock comes in" or something.

I have 30 days to send them my old one or they will charge me for 2. I've got the label printed but I'd like to get the new one before I ship this back.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] cmbeid:
Vertical line of Green Pixels

I received my 32GB Nexus 7 from Amazon this morning, and noticed a vertical line of green pixels. It eventually went away, but RMA'ing and have to wait until August 20th. So being impatient, I just ordered another on Google Play and will ship back the defective Amazon one after I get it.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Apocaliptic:
A line of dead pixel from top to bottom on the left side of the screen. Light bleeding and on white background noticed yellow splits. Very disappointed.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Doomstang:
Nice. Amazon emailed me giving me the option to just take a refund since they aren't in stock. I have a feeling they will get them in sooner than the 3-4 weeks that's currently estimate. I'm just gonna wait....they created a new order for $0 for a 32gb N7 for me so I'll be lookin for that to ship in a week or 2.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Apocaliptic:
I did some test now in general. Noticed some dust on white background, and no email notifications.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] 1rreverentZ:
Anyone have any comments on what this means for the battery? Sorry couldn't add pic
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Sleepy!:
It's frankly too early for battery issues to show up.... nobody here has reported any as of now.... but I'd rather check the battery life thread to confirm.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Doomstang:
The only thing I can tell you for 100% certain about the battery.....is that it's in there.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] 1rreverentZ:
See attached picture
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Sleepy!:
That's a glitch in the battery stats file, apparently.

A reboot and a full charge cycle should clear that.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Doomstang:
Oh I know, trust me.

Edit: Ugh, see below.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Lexord:
Hmm.. You are actually right, people with good ones, just won't make a thread to say everything is good.. Thanks dude.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] gatoradeboy:
I have one dead pixel and one spot of light bleed in the middle of one side. Everything else seems to be working good.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] OJ in Compton:
Managed to get a third replacement today after 2 with dead pixels, another June build. When I opened it it seemed like there was a lot of crap inside the wrapping on the edges of the tablet, and the shiny part of the bezel indeed looks a bit dinky. The screen is a little warmer than my previous one, but no dead or stuck pixels and the light bleed is different than the previous 2 that I had-on both of those, the bleed was only in the top of the screen. On this one, it seems like there's more bleeding along the borders but it's not as visible as the one with a spot of bleed on the top for some reason. The image definitely isn't a solid black when looking at a black image at 100% brightness but I'm not able to notice it in usage below that thankfully.

Waiting to see if flickering appears and if wireless charging works, but I think I'm keeping this one (knock on wood!). I don't care about the minor bezel imperfections as much as long as the screen isn't defective.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] qckndrty:
I'm loving the new N7. Haven't noticed any defects thus far. I had the infamous screen lift on the 2012 model and replaced it. This new device just feels so solid. My other half got my old model as usual haha.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Infinite Jest:
I bought one today and the top edge of the display is much brighter than anywhere is and audio quality from the speakers in horrible thanks to the loud hissing. A nice little tablet otherwise, but it's going back.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] coolguy949:
OK finally got a good one after three returns.

#1 - Physically perfect, random rebooting and the touchscreen issue. Bummer.

#2 - Dust under screen, 2 dead pixels

#3 - 3 dead pixels, bad light bleed, volume-down button sunken in and flush with case

#4 - Perfect so far

I did notice what I believe to be the first batch has only a single piece of tape sealing the box closed. The newer batches have two pieces of Asus security tape.

Crossing my fingers that this one is the keeper. So far running flawlessly. I'm exhausted from running all over town hunting these babies down.

Interestingly at Best Buy, the customer service lady yesterday said a ton are being returned for random rebooting issues.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] laxinchili:
interesting observation... now that I think about it, both my late july units with dead pixels had one single piece of tape sealing their boxes
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] virtualflyer:
Here's my experience , bought today at Walmart in Page AZ.

The tablet seemed perfect, but I didn't do the instant update which brings the nexus from developer to user mode or whatever (not the 51mb update, the one before), anyway the camera looked very poor, paradoxically the front camera seemed better, not to talk about photosphere...

Now after the update I've noticed that there's a big blue spot in the low right corner when there's a perfect black background, the size is about 2-3 keyboard keys to let you have am idea.

I had one reboot while switching user profiles and some cameras fc or block which forced me to reboot the nexus via the power button. One time the tablet couldn't connect to camera and had to reboot it.

Just one piece of tape.

Gonna return it whenever I find another walmart, but I'm afraid I could get something worse...
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] fcb1:
Can someone help me out? Can someone on the top right corner of the screen and see if you see anything like light coming out. Because if I look at mine at an angle, it seems to have like dead pixels. Looking straight on I can't notice unless Iooking at an angle. Other than that no issues of even if that's something I should be concerned about
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] freeza:
That's light bleed. It sucks.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] xsaqzw:
I picked up my Flo on launch day. Perfect, absolutely perfect. Due to an idiot friend of mine putting some nicks and dings on it, I will be going to BestBuy tomorrow to exchange it for another 32gb unit. I'm hoping I'll luck out again and get one with no dead/stick pixels, lightbleed, or multitouch problems.

What programs should I use to test for all of this? I'm assuming that a dead/stuck pixel checking application would have a solid black screen as well to test for lightbleed. What should I use to check for the multitouch issues? And is there anything else I need to be aware of? Truthfully, I think my chances of getting a solid unit are pretty high. It seems to me like everyone who got a messed up unit, is on here complaining, and everyone with a good unit doesn't even feel the need to. I do, of course, just want to make sure.

So, what apps should I download and check out in the parking lot, before I even go home?

Thanks!
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] virtualflyer:
Yet another multitouch tester and any app for bad/dead pixels would ne enough

Inviato dal mio Nexus 7 usando Tapatalk 4
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Hnk1:
Hello

I have low sound and to my horror, the top speakers do not work at all!!! :( :(

What could be done, I have shipped this tablet so It will be very hard to send it back again :(

Any help or advice?
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] aimfire72:
Exchanging it because your friend damaged it... Maybe your friend should buy you a new one then. :rolleyes:

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] SWOLEGASM:
I'm sending in my second one. First had poor color calibration on the screen which lead to a pink tint, this second one has seven dead pixels. Ironically the one I got for my mom is a perfect model
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] cobyman7035:
Crazy reboots

Screen frozen too had to power off holindgn down

Via Google voice Δ |\|€×u$™ 7 FHD on XDA Premium
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] foodude1:
housing warpage

Almost the entire right side of my nexus has warped and will not stay down, will probably return it this week.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] berardi:
I don't think I have ever heard of a device with more issues. Last night I went to Walmart just for one more try, I bought two nexus.

They both had been returned previously (seal broken and finger prints all over screen lol).

One never found GPS lock and the other had bad pixels.

This thing is an iPad mini killer... if only it actually worked.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] thevuman:
I've noticed that the bottom right side of my tablet, the screen isn't on.. it squeaks when pressed and you can tell its not fused on all teh way.

Screen lift 2013

Good job, ASUS
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] hyperxguy:
Hi berardi.. you're still trying ? So, how many have you tried already ... ten ?

I've never heard of a person with more issues.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] laxinchili:
and i'm still waiting to hear something is being done about nexus issues (had 2 with dead pixels - been waiting since)
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] kenkyee:
you should have seen the 2012 Nexus 7

The previous gen was a mess too. Took me 3 tries to get a good one...screen wasn't flush and wifi caused flicker of screen and had backlight bleed issues :p

Asus QA sucks :crying:

I returned my first 2013 Nexus7 as well. Random crashes, top backlight bleed, and random battery drain to zero (2012 N7 would last longer even though it was used more and had the same apps on it)...

Last year, I didn't get a decent one until late September. I'm debating waiting for a while to see if they come out w/ another hardware version again like last year...
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] con100:
I don't have any hardware issues or at least not yet. But a few times today and a few other times it has restarted it self. I got it on Saturday so I'm not sure what's wrong. I really don't want to return it since I might get one with a hardware issue.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] OJ in Compton:
Isn't it illegal to sell used and returned products as new? If they were listed as open box, I'm not sure why you would willingly buy units that were returned when it would be clear why they were returned..
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] berardi:
Huh?

It was supposed to be new but it was clearly opened and had finger prints on it. I wanted a new unit an returned it right away.

As far as the law, I am sure Walmart breaks the law quite frequently.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] OJ in Compton:
That's incredibly ****ty of them, dang. I'll keep that in mind for the future.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] mertzi:
Because there probably is none. I think it's more profitable not having to hire qc personnel in parity to faulty units returned. A lot of people don't look for flaws or justify them if they find them and a lot of people would happily pay for air.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] SWOLEGASM:
I just received my third unit. More dead pixels. First one had poor color calibration (or graphics card issue, not sure), second had lots of stuck pixels, third has dead pixels. I'm so done with this process, I'm going to return and get my money back. Good riddance and I'm never buying an Asus product again.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] berardi:
what do u plan to get?

I don't want this garbage either but there seems to be no alternative... Samsung note 8 is inferior in so many aspects even tho I'm sure quality is better
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] swisstourist:
I would get a Samsung note 8 too if fedup with nexus.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] bckrupps:
I exchanged for the note 8 and love it. $329 new at Staples right now in store only. website shows higher price
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] eyecon82:
I also returned mine for note 8

I couldn't be happier.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] freeza:
Even with the lower res screen, I think the Note 8.0 might be the way to go for me too.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] optimi:
This thread is incredibly useful. It would be great if the OP could summarize all the issues, and perhaps suggest ways to test them out (or someone start a new thread).

Just an idea.

For my own experience, I have experienced the rattle from apparently the camera lens (which Google said should not be happening), GPS locking issues, and bleed from top centre of the unit. I also seem to register multiple touches when using the keyboard, but that may be my own doing rather than a software/hardware issue (YAMTT shows nothing).

In process of exchanging device through Google RMA.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Linuxslate:
Wow ?! A $329 Tablet has better build quality than a $229 ($189 for me, with coupon) tablet ?!

Next, you'll be saying that a Lamborghini gets more attention and goes faster than a Kia !!
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] stringy2010:
You'll always hear more from people with problems than those without.

I bought mine from a seller in the UK but it is a US unit. Manufacture date 07/2013, I've had zero problems with it, no build issues and no erratic touchscreen or GPS issues either.

So there is good ones out there, and they probably outnumber the bad, you'll just hear less from them :)
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] IXChicharitoXI:
My Nexus works fine. Loving the build quality, super happy with my purchase.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] viralbug:
I received my 32GB Nexus 7 2013 a couple of days ago and I have no issues at all except a slight multi touch problem. It most likely came up after updating the firmware to JSS15J, updating to JSS15Q doesn't help either.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] mertzi:
While I don't know how the note 8 is you are not fair in your comparison. There's a difference between Samsungs profit margin and Googles subsidization. I don't think the note 8 is worth more in production cost.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] laxinchili:
Just got my third unit today, and just now I found a nice dead pixel.

This is pathetic.

I regret trading in my iPad.

What an absolutely ****ty experience it has been trying to get a nexus 7.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
People returning 2-3-4 devices pretty sure you guys are returning even if it doesn't have any defects...

I mean come on, pics or it didn't happen.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Coronado is dead:
Glad we have a clairvoyant on the board. Can you check my next Nexus before I buy it please?
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
How about before you buy something you test it in the store yourself ?

Makes total sense to me.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] DowntownJeffBrown:
You can't test everything at the store as its very bright in the store. Also you have to pay for something before you open it up.

>^.^< Sent from meow HTC One which is like catnip to me atm
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
Pay open it test it if broken ask for another one boom.

In all this thread only 3-4 pics of actual bad devices...
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] laxinchili:
No, fan boy.

The hassle of returning units and explaining at the store is enough for me, and I assume for most too.

Multiple trips to the mall = real cost in time, gas, and energy.

I can't believe i just read that.

stop trolling this thread
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
Test it before you leave the mall/store ?
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Coronado is dead:
I tested 2 of my 4 in the store after I bought it. The first one I had faith would work (lol) and the second I tried in the car and returned (the staples was busy). Stores in the US usually won't let you open and play with an electronic device before you own it. Otherwise they would have a ton of open box items.

---------- Post added at 06:26 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:25 PM ----------

Those are still returns.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
BTW had an iPhone 5 exchanged 3 times in 4 months. Didn't complain once.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] laxinchili:
you just went full potato

never go full potato
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
Some jimmies where rustled, sorry ;)

Pics of said defective devices

plz gooby
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] DowntownJeffBrown:
Maybe you missed the first part of my post about lighting. Stores are bright and and most homes lighting didn't match the stores. Screen defects are easier to see in dimmer lighting.

[MENTION=5371770]laxinchili[/MENTION]

Full potato haha love it :D

>^.^< Sent from meow HTC One which is like catnip to me atm

---------- Post added at 06:09 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:03 PM ----------

Did you kill it with fire bro :p;)

>^.^< Sent from meow HTC One which is like catnip to me atm
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
Still waiting on them pics...
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Coronado is dead:
I'd love to hear how you expect us to get pics of things we've returned. There are videos of defective unit if that helps.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] DowntownJeffBrown:
Seriously go troll elsewhere

>^.^< Sent from meow HTC One which is like catnip to me atm
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] laxinchili:
ignore him... he is just trolling us

not contributing anything, just spamming dumb **** for a response

don't feed the troll, click his name -> add to ignore list
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
Did you join xda only to complain about the new n7 ?
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] OJ in Compton:
This isn't always possible, I purchased mine at an Officemax which doesn't have public wifi access. Can't even get past the Welcome screen on new google devices without an internet connection, so if you're unlucky like that you can't actually test the device before leaving the store.
[Nexus 7 (2013) General] Superpopsss:
I understand, but what is hard for me to believe is that people get 3-4 defective devices...