Nexus 7 Android OS 5 LOLLIPOP Installation WARNING

Since Google released Nexus 7 Android OS 5 LOLLIPOP there have been an increasing number of Nexus 7 2012 and 2013 owners whose tablets have frozen at the Google startup splash screen:

   

 The common symptom of this terminal condition, is for the device to be stuck in a loop at the Google flash stage. The device goes no further however long it is left.

So before deciding to install Android Google 5 LOLLIPOP

I recommend you look at the additional functionality Android OS 5 LOLLIPOP is offering over 4.4.4 KITKA,  and decide if its worth risking killing your Nexus 7 to have this upgrade?

To give you some idea of how I feel about this, I have downgraded my LOLLIPOP Nexus 7 devices to KITKAT 4.4.4

Also, I am only selling :

fixed1t Android 4.4.4 KITKAT second user replacement motherboards on eBay

for the foreseeable future and I know what I am doing and how to mend these Nexus 7 Android Tablets.


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Android 5 Lollipop Reading Kindle App Out Loud

How to get the Kindle App on Android 5 Lollipop to read books out loud to you.







It works great.  Please check out my other Android videos.



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Android 5 Lollipop Successful Installation On Nexus 7 2012

Googles Android 5 Lollipop is now running on the Nexus 7 2012 - Check it out

Home Made Polymorph Mould Crushes Android Tablet Screen

My Home Made Polymorph Screen Mould Crushes My Android Tablet To Death.  Oops Shrinkage

Nexus 7 Twin Screen LCD Display. How Is It Done?

I've never seen an android tablet showing twin screen displays and I haven't read anything about it.  If I could get them to operate separately it would make for a stunning 3D headset







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10 Things To Avoid And Do To Keep Your Android Tablet Working

The components within an Android Tablet should work flawlessly for years, but they can stop working over time and completely fail resulting in a dead device, if not used with care.  Keeping the Android device in good condition will ensure it keeps working longer, and this can be done by considering the following 10 points and acting on them.

In this blog entry I will refer to a Google Asus Nexus 7 Android Tablet, but this applies equally with any Android tablet.

1. Wear And Tear

• If the Nexus 7 is getting heavy usage, then its important to ensure you keep it in a protected padded case.  The more protective the case, the less likely it is to suffer from failure due to wear and tear. Remember manufacturers warranties only rarely cover wear and tear.  If its not covered they are unlikley to fix it or repair it for free.  

2. Abuse And Breakage

• If you abuse the Nexus 7 by dropping it, dropping other objects on it or accidentally spilling liquid on it (toddlers love to do this), then even if its in warranty the manufacturer is unlikely to fix it or repair it for free.  As above keep the Nexus 7 in a suitable case or bag and out of the reach of animals and small children.

3. Ambient Conditions

• If you use the Nexus 7 in adverse weather conditions or in a hostile environments then the internal contacts between its sophisticated components will become corroded or damaged causing intermittent problems.  Users should select a case to meet their needs.

4. Dirty contacts

• Dirty contacts because of any of the above issues, is a problem for the Nexus 7.  If the dirty contact hasn't turned into corrosion then it can be cleaned with Isopropyl Alcohol or similar once the Nexus 7 has been safely opened and the battery disconnected.

5. Damage Charger

• Unfortunately power chargers are trip hazards, or magnets for small children and animals that will happily pull them apart.  The modern chargers and 'Switch Mode Power Supplies' and are very effective, but unlike old transformers they do not step down the voltage from hundreds of volts to 5v using a sealed transformer.  The operate at max voltage internally opening them is a real 'Danger of Death'.  Therefore do not tape up a cracked charger or one which has suffered water or chemical damage.  Throw it away and get a new one.

6. Damage Charger Lead

• If the lead from the charger becomes loose or frayed then throw the charger away and get another.

7. Damage Charger Port Connector

• The minute size of the charger port on the Nexus 7 means that if handled roughly it will fail, it too is also a magnet for small children to push their food, fingers and other items into the hole.  These ports can be cleaned but it is a microscopic job involving extreme care and patience.
• This Nexus 7 youtube video shows how to remove a USB Charging Port with Headphone Socket

8. Over Heating/Cooling

• The Nexus 7 is made to operate within certain temperature constraints.  If it gets too hot then the circuitry will become electronically noisy and with begin to fail.  Do not, for example, watch long videos on the Nexus 7 with it resting on blankets of Duvet.  Likewise if it gets cold outside and is brought into a warm room give it chance to warm up and dry out before switching it on.  If it gets wet, leave it to dry in a sealed plastic tube wrapped in a dry towel and surrounded by dry rice.

9. Poor Charging Regime

• With old Nicad Batteries you had to ensure they were fully charged and discharged completely due to an inherent memory effect problem.  This is not necessary for the Lithium Battery within the Nexus 7.  These batteries should be kept charged, charging them every few days even we not in use.  Do no allow them to fully discharge all the time as this will shorten their life considerably.  

10. Dead Battery

• If the battery appears dead, placing it on charge over night, then taking it off charge and leaving it for another 24 hours before placing it on charge again, will often revitalise it.  When all else fails the buy a replacement.  New batteries are expensive so you might want to consider a 2nd user battery.  Not sure which Battery to choose and you do have a Nexus 7 1st generation 2012? Check out the following battery related fixed1t videos:
•  Which Nexus 7 Battery Should You Choose?
• Opening My Nexus 7 Wifi And 7 Wifi 3G And Making It Safe 
• Replacing A Nexus 7 WiFi and 3G Lithium Battery 

Spares parts for Nexus 7's can be purchased at the fixed1t eBay shop using this link:

Thanks for reading, feel free to ask questions.  

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Android Skype - Completely Deleting Conversations - Protecting User Privacy

This video is about solving the data privacy problems with Skype On Android by Completely Deleting Conversations.  Under normal circumstance Skype on Android keeps copies of all conversations, even after you close the conversation and apparently delete them.  This means they can end up popping up at a later date on another platform with potential embarrassing or dangerous consequences.  This video explains how to get rid of them completely.  

This is an Android User Must See - I recommend watch it all to fully comprehend how and why this is done.

Google Android STUDIO ADSENSE Secret 2 Revealed

Another CAT hidden in the Google Adsense Android Studio App, I wonder who designed them and programmed them in?

Google Adsense Money Making Android Studio Secret Revealed

Doing so serious Android Adsense analysis, when I stumble across a little secret, wonder if the management know?







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Google Nexus 7 Android Tablet Hardware Reset

How I Perform An Android Devices Hardware Reset







Amazing colours.



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Solving Android Browser Problem - ClearIng The Cache Via Software - Nexu...

How To Software Clear A Corrupted Android Tablet Cache to prevent some Freezes and Crashes - Nexus 7 example







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How I Removed The LOCA Glue from Working Nexus 7 LCD Display In 5 Minutes

For the last month or so I have destroyed over 10 cracked and shattered Google Nexus 7 touch screens in an attempt to extract the working LCD unit.  As can be seen from the picture below, the outcome was always a shattered LCD panel.

Last week using off the wall ideas and lateral thought (the only type I do) I finally cracked it.

Having safely removed an LCD Panel I set about removing the glue 'on video' and performing the test.  It worked perfectly, hope it works for you.

Removing UV Glue LOCA from Working LCD Display of a Nexus 7 In 5 Minutes

 Once you've watched the video ensure you come back to find out how I make the LOCA Removal Putty.

Below is the link to:

Removing LOCA Glue From A Nexus 7 - How I Make The LOCA Removing Putty

If you like this please give the thumbs up.  If its useful please like the Video and share it.

Thanks fixed1t

Removing Nexus 7 1st Generation USB Charger and Headphone Port Module

Some people have reported problems with the USB charge and computer connection module on the Nexus 7 1st Generation along with headphones connection issues.

In the attached video I explained how I remove the USB / Sound Module from the Nexus 7.

If you find the video using please give it the thumbs up and feel free to share it.





If you are in the UK and need a fully tested, working replacement module, then check availability on my eBay account.  As you will see I have excellent 100% positive feedback and great customer comments.  You may want to bookmark the fixed1t eBay pages for other Nexus 7 bargains. Here is the link:



Thanks for visiting

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p.s. Part two on replacing the USB Sound Module will follow in a day or so.

How I Replace A Nexus 7 1st Generation Internal Speaker Module

This is the second part of my Blog entry showing the replacement of the removed Nexus 7 1st Generation speaker module.

Here is the fixed1t YouTube video.




If you are in the UK and need a fully tested, working replacement module, then check availability on my eBay account.  As you will see I have excellent 100% positive feedback and great customer comments.  Here is the link:




Thanks for watching

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How I Remove The Nexus 7 1st Generation Speaker Module

A number of people contacting me have problems with their speakers on their Google Asus Nexus 7, often caused by heavy wear and tear or liquid damage.

I've put together another YouTube Video showing how I safely remove the speaker module from a Google Asus Nexus 7.

If you are in the UK and need a fully tested, working replacement module, then check availability on my eBay account.  As you will see I have excellent 100% positive feedback and great customer comments.  Here is the link:

If you like the module please feel free to sharing, if you own a nexus 7 check out my other Nexus Blog entries.

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How I Replace A Nexus 7 WiFi and 3G Lithium Batteries

If your having battery problems with your 1st Generation Google Asus Nexus 7 then check out my video below on selecting the right replacement battery.

Once you have selected the right battery you can check out if I have any recycled Nexus 7 1st Generation batteries on eBay

Below is a link to the current recycled Nexus 7 Spare Parts I have available on eBay.

Once you have the replacement battery the video below shows you a simple and slow step by step guide as to how I safely shutdown my Google Nexus 7 Wifi + 3G model.

It then shows how I safely crack open the back of the case, disconnect then remove the internal 3G Lithium Battery ensure I have the right battery then how I install a new battery, close the back and restart the nexus 7 3g.

 Remember, I always back up my devices before doing anything, please ensure you do the same. I take no responsibility or liability for this fix, It is for educational purposes for competent with sufficient skill and experience to complete this task. If you find this useful please hare it and give it the thumbs up.
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Selecting the right replacement battery for the Google Asus Nexus 7 1st Generation

Below is my link to a short video YouTube video I made which shows the differences between the Google Asus Nexus 7 1st Generation Lithium Internal batteries,

C11-ME370T
C11-ME370TG



I hope you find it useful.

Below is a link to the current recycled Nexus 7 Spare Parts I have available on eBay.

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fixed Nexus 7 Wifi and Wifi plus 3G 1st Generation fixes

Over the past few months I've been repairing many Google Asus 1st Generation Nexus 7 Tablets. These have been a mixture of WiFi only and WiFi plus 3G models.  With constant and occasional hard daily use the Nexus 7 can suffer from a range of problems.

These include:

• Nexus 7 dead battery 
• Nexus 7 battery not holding charge
• Nexus 7 broken charger port (from tripping over the cable)
• Nexus 7 damaged internal speakers (water damage)
• Nexus 7 internal speaker failure (kiddies sticking things in the speaker port)
• Nexus 7 headphone socket not working
• Nexus 7 headphone sound intermittent

From the repair work I have been doing I have gathered a significant collection of spare parts which have been fully tested and found to be working which I am making available at low prices on eBay.

Of course to do any sort of repair of replacement you need to:

• take FULL responsibility for what you do
• ENSURE YOU BACK UP ALL YOUR DATA, APPS AND SETTINGS
• disconnect any external power supply 
• Open the case without destroying your nexus 7
• Disconnect the internal battery safely and without destroying your nexus 7
• Identify what part you have in your Nexus 7
• Find the appropriate replacement part
• Safely remove the defective part, and replace it with the replacement part
• Safely reconnect the battery
• Restart your Nexus 7 and test it.
• BE REALLY PLEASED WITH YOURSELF IF IT WENT WELL :-)

In this blog I will publish a series of 'HOW I DO IT' fixes as tutorial videos for educational purposes, what you decide to do with them is completely your responsibility, I accept no liability..

I will also put links to items I have currently on eBay for UK buyers, I will shipped further but as we all know postage is getting expensive so buyers will need to confirm the shipping fee with me.

The first video is ready it is:

How I Safely open the Google Asus nexus 7 1st Generation Tablet PC

Below is a link to the current recycled Nexus 7 Spare Parts I have available on eBay.

Asus nexus 7 1st Generation Tablet PC - How I Safely open it.

I have been doing significant amounts of work repairing and reconditioning the Google Asus Nexus 7 PC Tablet, and despite being a Mac Person iPhone and iPad user I quite like it.

As I have been opening and closing the Nexus 7 and others have been purchasing reconditioned parts off me from my circus_frontman eBay account.

fixed1t's circus_frontman long standing positive eBay trading

 I thought I'd do a quick series of videos.

 The first is opening the nexus 7 and disconnecting the battery.

I hope you find it useful.


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