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Silly Goose On The Loose · 25 Feb 2016 at 13:34

Nexus 5 to get Android N?

https://plus.google.com/+ArtemRussakovskii/posts/PfdjC2rwMBQ

Nexus18 · 25 Feb 2016 at 14:48

I would be surprised if it didn't get the update

Still a solid device.

rs1800 · 15 Mar 2016 at 21:42

Nexus 5 still doing fine but I have old 5.1.1 rom.

Whats the recommended rom people are using now?

SKILL · 15 Mar 2016 at 22:53

My power button has started playing up/sticking, sometimes it's benign and just brings up the "Power Off" option instead of turning the screen off, other times it forcibly powers down the phone and keeps doing so (interrupting boot) until I manage to fix it.

Anyone else had this issue, seems like it was/is a common-ish problem, looks replaceable but anyone done that and if so where did you get the switch from?

michty_me · 16 Mar 2016 at 00:13

SKILL said:
My power button has started playing up/sticking, sometimes it's benign and just brings up the "Power Off" option instead of turning the screen off, other times it forcibly powers down the phone and keeps doing so (interrupting boot) until I manage to fix it.

Anyone else had this issue, seems like it was/is a common-ish problem, looks replaceable but anyone done that and if so where did you get the switch from?

I've replaced it before. A bit of a pain in the ass to do. You'll need a decent soldering iron for a start with a fine tip.
I got my button off eBay. I think it was about £2. Cured the problem anyway and phone is still running flawlessly.

this_is_gav · 16 Mar 2016 at 10:37

SKILL said:
My power button has started playing up/sticking, sometimes it's benign and just brings up the "Power Off" option instead of turning the screen off, other times it forcibly powers down the phone and keeps doing so (interrupting boot) until I manage to fix it.

Anyone else had this issue, seems like it was/is a common-ish problem, looks replaceable but anyone done that and if so where did you get the switch from?

If you bought from Google or Amazon contact them anyway as they have fantastic support and the power buttons were a flaw from the initial release.

The worst they can do is say "go away".

Mr Gimp · 16 Mar 2016 at 11:01

rs1800 said:
Nexus 5 still doing fine but I have old 5.1.1 rom.

Whats the recommended rom people are using now?

Just download the latest Marshmallow image, or do the OTA update

clv101 · 16 Mar 2016 at 20:05

Can anyone recommend a supplier of good quality (original?) batteries for the Nexus 5? I've had mine since launch and with around 1000 cycles by now the battery is probably on its last legs.

michty_me · 16 Mar 2016 at 20:19

clv101 said:
Can anyone recommend a supplier of good quality (original?) batteries for the Nexus 5? I've had mine since launch and with around 1000 cycles by now the battery is probably on its last legs.

replacebase

I've done a fair few repairs with parts from there.

rs1800 · 16 Mar 2016 at 20:46

Mr Gimp said:
Just download the latest Marshmallow image, or do the OTA update

ok thanks. I was looking at pure nexus, chroma and dirty unicorns. Is nobody using these?

opethdisciple · 16 Mar 2016 at 20:51

I took the fact there is no preview image to mean there will be no N for the Nexus 5.

Last year there was no M for the Nexus 4.

I hope I'm wrong. There is nothing wrong with the N5. Has at least another year of top performance in it.

But I was planning to upgrade to the next Nexus 5 anyway in Oct/Nov and pass my current handset to my Dad.

gsf600y · 4 Apr 2016 at 19:48

anyone got any advice for a cracked screen on a Nexus 5?
DIY replacement screen worth it? Some of the cheaper ones seem to have bad reviews, whilst apparently original replacements are around £100

Better off investing £100 in a new phone?

michty_me · 4 Apr 2016 at 19:59

Have a look on replacebase. They tend to be cheaper.
If not, I have two Nexus 5's sitting at home gathering dust. Could sell you a screen from there. No issues with them at all.

Behemoth · 5 Apr 2016 at 23:02

Does anyone or has anyone repaired the USB socket on their Nexus 5 ? Mine has gotten really loose, the plug literally falls out the phone or sometimes it just doesn't charge at all. Going to miss my Nexus 5 if does die completely as I can't find anything out there spec wise that comes close to it.

michty_me · 6 Apr 2016 at 06:22

Yes. You can buy replace dock ports from the website I listed above. Remove the back cover, remove six screws for the cover plate then another 4 on the bottom section. Pop out the battery and replace the USB dock strip (rough idea) and plenty videos. I've got it down to a 'T' now and can get them changed in a few minutes, it's that simple.

gort · 6 Apr 2016 at 15:23

Behemoth said:
Does anyone or has anyone repaired the USB socket on their Nexus 5 ? Mine has gotten really loose, the plug literally falls out the phone or sometimes it just doesn't charge at all. Going to miss my Nexus 5 if does die completely as I can't find anything out there spec wise that comes close to it.

Is it definitely knackered rather than just a build up of grime?
Mine was doing the same but a careful clean with a filed down wooden tooth pick solved the problem. The dirt and grime wasn't allowing the USB lead plug to sit firmly and latch on so would fall out.

Failing that, can you not use a wireless charging pad?
I use one now and use my USB socket once in a bluemoon.

Behemoth · 6 Apr 2016 at 22:22

From what I can see there is no grime in there - never thought about getting a wireless charging pad - might be a cheaper option than me buying another phone.

gort · 7 Apr 2016 at 16:31

My wireless charger is by Choetec and was £15 (so cheaper than another phone

)
It is a bit slower at charging (1A output opposed to 2A from certain chargers through the usb port) but that's fine for me when on the base over night next to my bed. There might be faster ones out there but faster charging all the time might knacker the battery quicker.
Great bit of kit.

Wouldn't be without wireless charging on a phone now, saw the Nexus 5x and 6 don't have it so that's them out of the running should I wish to upgrade.
Nexus 5 still a great phone though.

Behemoth · 8 Apr 2016 at 00:50

Yeah I do like my Nexus 5, discovered its also factory unlocked which is why I want to keep it really as I want to tell three to jog on in June, had enough of them treating me like dog poop in general.

Ordered a wireless charger, for £10 I'm not going to complain if it works. Just need a decent case for it now, what I'm using looks tatty as hell !

opethdisciple · 18 Apr 2016 at 11:24

Has anyone received the April security updates this month?

Nothing has appeared on my handset yet.

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