How to fix a bent Samsung charger

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Option 1: Remove lint and other debris
Option 2: DIY Samsung phone charging port replacement
How to replace your Samsung phone charging port
Option 3: Professional cell phone repair
Option 4: File an insurance claim
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Rakeria Washington, start off by using a new cable and see if that makes a difference. It's possible that the plug on the cable is worn out. If a new cable doesn't help, you may have to replace the charging port. Take a look at the teardown and see if that is something you are comfortable with. you will have to solder a new connector to the board. The port is available at places like this. Hope this helps, good luck.

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I know a little late but I had a loose charger port and fixed it easily, no soldering. I open up the phone and using a wrench or even pliers, I squeezed the charger port flat a bit. Just kept doing that until my USB charger fit snug again. and boy does it fit snug!!

My charger plug kept falling out, and it turned out the port was was partially blocked with lint! It slowly accumulated from being in my pocket all the time, and then when you plug in the charger it packs it down at the bottom. Take a stick pin and carefully scrape the lint out of the port a tiny bit at a time.

To fix a charger that is loose or has a short, simply squeeze the end with a pair of pliers. Do not squeeze the end too hard. The end you want to squeeze is the end that you are having the problems with. You do not have to squeeze anything in your phone or take your phone apart at all. Just slightly adjust the end until it fits snug into your phone again.

Had problems too:

-charger might not be original, check http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthre.... mine is original so moving on.

-phone's dock might be too loose, put a little bit of tape on top of usb cable small connector; worked like a charm for me, fixed random disconnects from pc.

-cable might be broken internally, open and re-solder (shielding is also important); this fixed slow charging for me too.

BEN

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Really when it begins to be loose there is not much you can do except replace it. Sooner or later it will get worse and your USB port will be completely useless, so its better to just replace it like they said. I think the manufacture wants them to break because they often don't have much solder holding them in place. You can be sure to solder it on securely if you do it yourself and you can even add a little epoxy to make sure it stays in place a lot longer this time.

if all the above surpass your ability to perform or you simply don't possess the necessary tools to solder a new port, you could always charge the battery itself using a universal cell phone battery charger. Just turn off your phone (if not already dead), remove your battery from your phone and dock it on the battery charger until charged. Re-insert your battery once it is charged & power up your phone. This nifty device can be purchased at Radio Shack for approx. $40.00. However, be certain to call your local store to check for pricing and availability. Good luck.

Took my phone apart and squeezed the port with my pliers then I thought hey clean the port. Wish I would have done that first but anyway my phone charges great. I Took an old phone apart with the same port but once apart realized they didn't hook up the same. Pliers and toothpick. Problem solved.

use small cable locks for your USB Cord squeeze it on the tip of the medal piece where you plug your phone don't squeeze it to hard or it'll look crazy and test it back in the phone and it should work!!!

DUCT TAPE SOLUTION: Cut a square of duct tape, around 2" in length. Attach to the back bottom of the cell phone (or side, if that is the location of your port). The sticky part will be face up. Insert your loose charger cord, laying it down on the sticky tape. The sticky duct tape will hold it securely. When complete, fold the duct tape for later use. I leave my tape on the phone. Works great in the car, too. Use any kind of tape - electrical, decorative, etc. An adhesive label would work too, even an address label.

Others have posted that lint accumulates in the port. Having the tape in place == as I now have -- covers and protects the port.

Scott

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Clean out the dust and fluff, gets in there from pocket, its very common

Use a needle to remove any obstruction

It worked pretty good for me.

Two solutions: 1. Replace the hardware, this is a simple method, but the same problem will still happen again after using it for a period of time. 2. Use a magnetic charging cable fix loose charger port, which is the most thorough solution. You can only avoid hardware wear, and the data transmission and charging efficiency are the same as the original cable.

The charger sometime wears down the edges of the phone and theirs many easy solutions to this problem by using a tool to add a bit of material around the port to create a holder for the socket. I do it another way and it's a quick fix not something you should do long time. I grab a small piece of foil and fold it flat enough for it to fit in the port with the Charger and it holds it in place perfectly with no problems whatsoever really.

Have a Samsung Galaxy S10, S9, S8 or other Samsung phone that won’t charge? Is the charging cable loose or does it fall out of the mini-USB port? Here are four options to repair or replace the USB charging port on your Samsung phone.

NOTE: If your phone is still under warranty, check with your carrier or manufacturer to see if you can get your device repaired free-of-charge. Here’s Samsung’s product warranty page.

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Samsung charging port repair costs compared

Here’s what you can generally expect to pay for Samsung phone charging port repair.

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Option 1: Remove lint and other debris

Many smartphone users carry their phones in their pockets, and over time lint and other debris can work their way into the USB charging port and prevent the charging cable from making a solid connection with the port contacts. Follow these steps to remove lint and repair the USB charging port on your Samsung phone.

Turn off your Samsung phone and disconnect it from the charger
Insert a small needle into the charging port and slowly, gently swipe it through the space between the contacts and the USB port walls
As you swipe, gently pull the needle toward you and out of the port to remove lint. Continue until all the lint is removed

Once the lint is removed, your charger should make a solid connection and your Samsung phone should charge normally.

NOTE: Be careful to avoid damaging the contacts with the needle. Attempt this fix at your own risk. If it doesn’t work, you might need to replace your charging cable or USB charging port.

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Option 2: DIY Samsung phone charging port replacement

You can replace your own Samsung phone charging port if you’re tech savvy and have a bit of patience. Replacement charging ports can be purchased directly from phone part suppliers like Repairs Universe, Injured Gadgets and iFixit. Expect to pay between $2 and $30 for a new charging port, depending on the model and whether you buy a standalone charging port or a flex cable/assembly (more on that below). Toolkits start at $5 if you don’t already have the tools you need.

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Here are some example replacement Samsung charging port prices.

How to replace your Samsung phone charging port

WARNING: This can be a difficult repair, especially if you aren’t experienced. Before you begin, understand that you risk causing additional damage and could void any warranties and insurance policies.

On older models like the Samsung Galaxy S1 through S5, Galaxy J1 through J3 and Galaxy Note 1 through Note 4, you’ll generally need to do the following to access the charging port:

Remove the back cover, SIM card and microSD card
Remove the battery
Unscrew the midframe and disconnect various cables and screws

On newer phones like the Galaxy S6 through S10, Galaxy Note 5 through Note 10 and Galaxy A models A3, A5 and A9 as well as some Galaxy J models, you’ll generally need to do the following to access the charging port:

Heat the rear glass
Remove the rear glass with a suction cup and pry tool
Disconnect various cables and screws

Note that the charging port is soldered directly to the motherboard on older models like the Galaxy SII and Galaxy SIII. If you’re experienced with soldering, you can separate the charging port from the motherboard to replace it, as depicted in the video below.

On newer models, the charging port is sold either as a standalone part or as part of a flex cable (also known as an assembly or, in some cases, a daughterboard). Though it’s possible to replace the standalone charging port with soldering, it’s typically easier to replace the entire flex cable. Doing so will also ensure the charging port is completely repaired in the event the issue is with the flex cable itself. Here’s how to do it on a Galaxy S6:

And here’s how to replace the charging port on a Galaxy S9:

Option 3: Professional cell phone repair

You can have your Samsung phone’s charging port replaced by a local or mail-in repair shop. Local options can often complete the repair in a day. Online mail-in repair services take longer, but they’re good options if a local shop isn’t available.

Online phone repair: How it works & what it costs

Expect to pay between $50 and $90 for professional Samsung charging port replacement, depending on your model and selected service. It’s a good idea to see if your repair shop offers any warranties on parts and labor. You should also inquire about your service tech’s experience, credentials and part quality. Here are some example prices for professional Samsung charging port replacement services:

Option 4: File an insurance claim

You can also file an insurance claim to have your Samsung charging port repaired or replaced. If you’re on a carrier insurance plan, a local repair center might be available for quick service. Otherwise, you’ll need to mail your phone in.

Phone insurance: Worth it or waste of money?

Here are example charging port repair deductibles, which vary depending on your model and plan. Note that these prices do not include premiums. You can click the links to start a claim.

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