Common Issues

Samsung Galaxy S7

From your professional life to your personal life, you depend on your Samsung Galaxy S7 for a lot. That’s why it can be a real inconvenience when your device is on the fritz. As one of the oldest and largest mobile repair networks in the nation, CPR knows a thing or two about Samsung smartphone repair – and we’re here to help you! Whether your Samsung Galaxy S7 is suffering from water damage, a cracked screen, broken LCD, malfunctioning buttons, muffled audio, or another common issue, we have a step-by-step repair and troubleshooting guide for you. With years of experience in the mobile repair industry, we can guide you through any common Samsung smartphone repair with ease. If your Samsung Galaxy S7 problems are beyond a do-it-yourself repair, enlist the help of the experts at your local CPR! With hundreds of stores around the world, same day service and affordable Galaxy S7 repairs are never far.
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Samsung Galaxy S7 Home Button Repair

When you’re in need of fast Samsung Galaxy S7 home button repair, rely on CPR Cell Phone Repair. Apart from the screen, the Galaxy S7 home button is the most utilized element of the device, hence proper function is essential.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Home Button Not Working? 

Is your Galaxy S7 home button sticking, lagging or just plain unresponsive? These are common problems that many Galaxy S7 users run into. If your Samsung warranty has expired, it may be time to visit the professionals at CPR Cell Phone Repair.

Troubleshooting Galaxy S7 Home Button 

Before you bring your Galaxy S7 and its broken home button to a professional technician, here are a few troubleshooting tips to try:

Clean the Home Button 

Dirt or sticky substances on or around the Galaxy S7 home button could be the cause of your problems. Try using rubbing alcohol and a tissue or cotton swab to wipe on and around the home button.

Calibrate the Home Button 

  1. Open any app that has come pre-installed on your Galaxy S7
  2. Simultaneously, press and hold the Power button until “slide to power off” appears.
  3. Release the power button, and then press and hold the home button until “slide to power off” vanishes.

Enable On-Screen Home Button 

  1. If calibrating your home button fails, then enabling your on-screen home button is your next priority.
  2. Simply go to Settings > General > Accessibility > Assistive Touch > Toggle On

Let us Fix Your Samsung Galaxy S7 Home Button Today 

Sometimes even the most valiant troubleshooting attempts don’t produce results. If you find yourself at a loss, bring your device to CPR. Our experienced technicians are happy to perform a fast Galaxy S7 home button repair!

How much does it cost, you ask? CPR will give a free, no-commitment Galaxy S7 repair estimate before we start any work. Find a CPR store near you today!

 

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Samsung Galaxy S7 Power Button Repair

Having trouble with your Galaxy S7 power button? Is turning your Galaxy S7 on and off not possible anymore? This issue can be irritating because it prevents you from doing certain things on your phone such as taking screenshots, turning off your device or putting it to sleep.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Power Button Not Working?

While it could be a battery issue, it could just be a broken Galaxy S7 power button. Buttons on your smartphone could experience wear and tear throughout everyday use. If accidentally dropped your Galaxy S7, internal components of the power button can be hit loose or broken causing connection failure.

Galaxy S7 Power Button Tips

There are a few things that you can try to fix the Galaxy S7 power button before taking it to CPR Cell Phone Repair shop to be fixed:

  • Ensure it’s Not a Dead Battery 

Charge your Galaxy S7 overnight and then try the power the power button again. If your cell phone still doesn’t turn on, then the issue could be a damaged power button.

  • Retrieve Valuable Date 

To save any data stored prior to having it fixed at CPR, you might be able to power your Galaxy S7 on by removing the battery and plugging it into the charger. After about five minutes, the phone might power on by itself. Taking this action lets you get any immediate information needed.

Repair Your Samsung Galaxy S7 Power Button

If DIY is your style, there are kits available for replacing the Galaxy S7 power button. However, you run the risk of causing further damage to your Smartphone. The other problem is that you could change the power button only to find out that the issue was actually a damaged battery. A professional diagnosis and repair by a CPR technician can minimize the risk of damaging your smartphone.

If you want an expert Galaxy S7 power button repair, CPR specialists are here to help! We have the knowledge and experience to fix your device and bring it back to life fast.

How much does it cost, you ask? CPR will give a free, no-commitment Galaxy S7 repair estimate before we start any work. Find a CPR store near you today!

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Samsung Galaxy S7 Water Damage Repair

When you’re in need of Galaxy S7 water damage repair, rely on CPR Cell Phone Repair. At CPR, we specialize in repairing water damaged devices and will bring your device back to life, rescue your data, and replace any parts that may have broken.

Water Damaged Samsung Galaxy S7?

Has your Galaxy S7 gone for an accidental dip in the pool, fell in the toilet or went through the wash? No worries, accidents happen and CPR is here to help.

Troubleshooting Galaxy S7 Water Damage

There are a few things you can do before bringing your device to a professional repair team. Below are some Do’s and Don’ts for troubleshooting a liquid-damaged Galaxy S7:

If your Galaxy S7 has experienced water damage, do:

  • Remove the sim card, memory card, and anything else that might be plugged into the device.
  • Dry gently with an absorbent towel.

If you Galaxy S7 has experienced water damage, don’t:

  • Don’t push any buttons! This could force water further into the circuits.
  • Don’t use a hairdryer on the phone – this could also push water into the phone and do further damage.
  • Don’t turn the phone on too soon. It is best to wait 24 hours before attempting to turn your phone back on.

Let us Fix Your Water Damaged Samsung Galaxy S7

Bring your water damaged Galaxy S7 to CPR for fast and friendly service. Our technicians will open your phone, dry out the internal components, rinse the device of any debris, test the parts, and replace any permanently damaged parts.

Wondering how much it will cost? CPR offers a free, no-commitment estimate for all Galaxy S7 repairs. Visit one of our conveniently located CPR stores today!

 

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Samsung Galaxy S7 Motherboard Repair

At CPR Cell Phone Repair, we’re able to fix a wide range of Galaxy S7 problems. If your Galaxy S7 is experiencing issues with the motherboard, we’re here to help.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Motherboard Problems 

The Galaxy S7 logic board can cause an array of problems if it isn’t functioning correctly. Are you receiving an error message? Is your Galaxy S7 overheating? Is it totally dead? Let the expert technicians at CPR help with a fast Galaxy S7 motherboard repair.

Troubleshooting Galaxy S7 Motherboard Damage

Galaxy S7 motherboard repairs can be complicated. A successful Galaxy S7 logic board repair requires years of professional experience, quality parts, and professional tools.  But you can try to troubleshoot your issue before bringing it to a repair store.

Start with these simple Galaxy S7 troubleshooting tips:

Soft Reset

This process restarts your phone safely, without disrupting or erasing the content. Your data is preserved. To soft reset:

  • Press and hold the power and home keys. If not on the homescreen to begin with, you’ll have to do this twice.
  • When the Samsung logo appears, you can release the power and home keys.

Check for Low Memory 

Low memory can cause slow device speed, power issues, and installation complications. To check this:

  • Tap Settings> General >Usuage

Update Software

Check that your Galaxy S7 is running on the most recent software. There may even be an update that improves battery life.

Let us repair your Samsung Galaxy S7 motherboard 

Bring your broken Galaxy S7 to CPR for fast and friendly motherboard repair. Worried about how much the repair will cost? Our certified techs can conduct a free, no-commitment estimate for all Galaxy S7 repairs.

Plus, with same-day service, CPR can save your Galaxy S7’s life while you wait.Visit one of our conveniently located CPR stores today!

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Samsung Galaxy S7 Camera Repair

Has the camera of your Galaxy S7 suddenly stopped working? For most of us, a working smartphone camera is essential. To get your broken Galaxy S7 camera back to working optimally, bring it to the knowledgeable technicians at CPR Cell Phone Repair.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Camera Not Working? 

Some Galaxy S7 camera problems are a result of obvious damage, and other times the camera just stops working, and it is unclear what the issue is.If you are having trouble with the rear or front camera on your Galaxy S7, stop into CPR.

Troubleshooting Galaxy S7 Camera 

Before you bring your Galaxy S7 to a repair service here are a few troubleshooting camera tips to try:

Check the Memory Card—Make sure your memory card is properly inserted. To check, pull out the memory card and re-inserting it carefully to make sure it is in the correct position. Once you are sure it is firmly in place, test the Galaxy S7 camera again.

Perform a Soft Reset – This process restarts your phone safely, without disrupting or erasing the content. Your data is preserved. To soft reset:

  • Press and hold the power and home keys. If not on the homescreen to begin with, you’ll have to do this twice.
  • When the Samsung logo appears, you can release the power and home keys.

Update Your Software – Check that your device is running on the most recent software. If you recently installed a new app before the Galaxy S7 camera stopped working, you might want to try uninstalling that app to eliminate it as the cause.

Let us Fix Your Samsung Galaxy S7 Camera Today 

If you have tried the above suggestions, and your camera still does not work, the best option is to let a professional repair service, like CPR, look at your device.  Bring your Galaxy S7 to CPR and have our expert techs complete a Galaxy S7 camera repair.

How much does it cost, you ask? CPR will give a free, no-commitment Galaxy S7 repair estimate before we start any work. Stop into any of our conveniently located CPR stores today!

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Samsung Galaxy S7 Battery Replacement

Released in March of 2016, the Samsung Galaxy S7 took the smartphone market by storm with its impressive camera, large display, wireless charging capabilities, and its certified water-resistant rating.

The smartphone comes equipped with a remarkable 3000 mAh battery that unlike early Galaxy models, is not removable. If your beloved Galaxy S7 is constantly running out of juice, take advantage of CPR’s helpful battery life tips, and step-by-step DIY Samsung Galaxy S7 battery replacement guide. With a little help from the CPR experts, your S7 battery will be charged and ready to go in no time.

About Samsung Galaxy S7 Battery Life

Like almost every other phone on the market, the Galaxy S7’s battery will inevitably lose some of its capacity over time. In fact, Popular Mechanics claims that a premium lithium-polymer battery may lose about 20 percent of its capacity after 1000 charging cycles.

If you find yourself a constant captive of your charger, utilize the following tips to extend battery life on your Galaxy S7.

  • Disable the “Always On Display” feature: Thanks to the Always On Display feature, the Galaxy S7 never needs to be “woken up” to view the time or notifications. While Samsung claims that Always On Display’s battery consumption is typically less than 1 percent each hour, the company added that consumption might vary depending on the type of content being shown on the display. To turn off “Always On Display”, go to “Settings”> “Display”> “Always On Display”. Then toggle the switch to off.
  • Turn off Smart Stay: Smart Stay enables the front-facing camera on your Galaxy S7 to sense when you are looking at the phone. When activated, the screen remains on regardless of the selected timeout settings. To turn off Smart Stay, select “Settings”> “Display”> “Smart Stay”. Then toggle the switch to “Off”.
  • Switch display settings to dark colors: The Galaxy S7 features a Super AMOLED display, which requires significant power to show the color white. Samsung’s AMOLED shows the color black by dimming the light behind said pixels which requires far less power. To save battery power, select darker wallpapers and themes.

If you’ve tried all of the above tips and your battery is still rapidly draining, you may be in need of a Samsung Galaxy S7 battery replacement. For details on battery replacement services and a do-it-yourself guide, continue reading.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Battery Replacement Cost

Because the S7 battery is not removable, we recommend using a professional service for your Samsung Galaxy S7 battery replacement or Galaxy S7 Edge battery replacement. Browse the battery replacement services below to ensure you get the best service for the best price.

Samsung Customer Service:

According to Samsung’s customer service as of December of 2016, the price for a Galaxy S7 battery replacement through Samsung is $73. For Samsung to perform you repair, you will have to send the device by mail. Unfortunately, this means days without your all-important smartphone.

CPR Cell Phone Repair:

CPR is a mobile repair franchise with over 800 stores. CPR stores provide fast, dependable, and very affordable Samsung repair services. While costs may vary by location, most S7 battery replacements are around $70 at CPR. While this price is very similar to Samsung, CPR offers same day, on-site repair services. Your Galaxy S7 battery replacement may even be completed while you wait in a conveniently located CPR store.

How to Replace Galaxy S7 Battery – DIY Guide

The Samsung Galaxy S7 is a far more complicated model of smartphone to tear down than previous Galaxy models. With waterproof adhesive and a number of small yet crucial internal components, there are several tools you will need to perform this repair. If you’re still interested in completing the Galaxy S7 battery replacement on your own, utilize CPR’s DIY Galaxy S7 Battery Replace Guide below.

Repair Tools You’ll Need:

  • Heat Gun, Heat Plate or iOpener
  • Spudger
  • Phillips #00 screwdriver
  • Opening picks
  • Suction Cup
  • Tweezers

Steps to Replace S7 Battery:

  1. Power down your device.
  2. Remove the SIM card tray.
  3. Place a suction cup on the back glass of the S7.
  4. Use a heat gun, heat plate or iOpener to soften the adhesive along the edges of your Galaxy S7’s back cover.
  5. Pulling up on the suction cup, use your spudger and opening pick to slice through the remaining adhesive and open the device.
  6. After the back cover has been removed, use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the 12 screws that keep the rear housing in place.
  7. Once the screws have been removed, carefully detach the top, center, and lower plastic modules. After these plastic pieces are removed, you should see the battery.
  8. To properly remove the battery, you must first disconnect the battery flex cable.
  9. Next, you will need to soften the adhesive that is keeping the battery in place, To do so, heat the screen of your Galaxy S7 using a heat gun, heat plate, or iOpener.
  10. Once the adhesive has been heated, use your spudger to carefully lift the battery. NOTE: Be extremely careful not to puncture the battery with the spudger.
  11. After removing the faulty battery, carefully place the new battery into the device.
  12. Once you have reconnected the battery flex cable, follow steps 7 through 1 in reverse order.

As you can see, Samsung Galaxy S7 battery replacement is complicated, time-consuming, and requires professional tools and replacement parts. Because the disassembly of the device is challenging, we highly recommend you seek help from a professional cell phone repair service. If you’d like a trained professional to handle your Samsung Galaxy S7 repair or Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge repair, rely on CPR Cell Phone Repair. In addition to battery replacements, we also offer screen replacement services, power button replacements, water damage repair, and much more.With over 800+ locations around the world, we surely have a store near you. Receive a free estimate on your Galaxy S7 battery replacement by contacting your local Cell Phone Repair store.

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Samsung Galaxy S7 Screen Replacement Guide

The last thing that you want to think about when you are in the middle of dealing with your busy life is a cracked or broken Galaxy S7. Our lives are far too fast paced for us to take time out to deal with our phone slipping out of our grip and shattering on the sidewalk, let alone think about how to get it fixed. Thankfully, the experts at CPR have created this handy Samsung Galaxy S7 screen replacement guide to help you stop worrying about your phone and find a solution.

Common Galaxy S7 Screen Problems

While many Samsung phone reviews suggest the Galaxy S7 is one of Samsung’s best smartphones, there are still some common issues with the device’s screen. One slightly irritating common issue is the screen having varying tints across the display. Some areas toward the bottom of the screen may be slightly darker, or other places will have a slight pink, yellow, or green tint.

Another common problem is the screen going totally black and becoming unresponsive to touch. While some of the buttons may work and lights may come on, the screen stays black and will not turn back on without a restart.

Frozen Galaxy S7 Screen

Sometimes, your Galaxy S7’s screen may freeze and become unresponsive. A frozen screen could be due to a high volume of apps being open all at once, a non-mobile friendly web page having too much on it, an infected app being downloaded onto the phone, a malfunctioning screen, a cracked screen, or a variety of other things. Whatever the cause, having a frozen screen is a major annoyance but we can give you some solutions to fix it.

Frequently, a frozen screen simply calls for a soft reboot of your Samsung Galaxy S7. To do this, simply press down the power button and the volume down button at the same time and hold until the phone vibrates, turns off, and reboots. This usually takes about 7 to 8 seconds.

If this doesn’t work or if you have a cracked screen, it may be time for a professional to evaluate your device to see if you need a screen replacement for you Galaxy S7.

Black Galaxy S7 Screen

Galaxy S7 users have actually reported multiple cases where the phone has started to reboot like normal, and then the screen has gone completely black. Some of the lights may function, and the sound may still work, but the screen remains black and totally unresponsive. While it is not entirely clear why this happens, a lot of the blame has been attributed to software malfunctions, but it is possible that other issues are the cause of the ‘black screen of death.’ There are, fortunately, two different things to try that can fix the problem.

You can reboot the phone in recovery mode by powering the Galaxy S7 off, pressing and holding down the power button and volume down button, waiting for the Android System Recovery screen, use the volume buttons to select “wipe cache partition,” and then the phone will reboot.

If that doesn’t work, you can try a factory reset. This will wipe all of your data and restore your S7 to factory settings, so this should be your last resort. You activate the factory reset by turning off the device, holding down the power button and the volume down button, using the volume keys to navigate the Android System Recovery screen, selecting “Wipe data/factory reset,” and confirming. Then your phone should reboot normally.

If the cache wipe does not work and you don’t want to wipe the phone, it may be time to bring your phone to a professional for evaluation.

Cracked Galaxy S7 Screen

While frozen screens and black screens have workarounds, cracked or shattered screens usually require a more concrete fix. Accidents happen but cracked and shattered screens can be dangerous to carry around and use. Additionally, the inner workings of your phone can sometimes be damaged as a result of the cracked screen. If you have a cracked Galaxy S7 screen, replacement is your best options. This way the screen can be fully replaced so you don’t risk glass in your fingers and more damage to the device.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Screen Replacement Cost

Costs vary for Galaxy S7 screen replacement, but you do have a variety of options. It can get a little expensive, but thankfully you do have your pick of services.

Official Samsung Services

If your S7 is still relatively new and under the manufacturer’s warranty, that’s the first place to look. A replacement from the manufacturer will guarantee that your warranty stays enact and that your screen will be completely repaired, or your device replaced, but it is going to cost you about $270 and one or two days without your phone.

If you purchased the Samsung Protection Plan, like AppleCare but for your Galaxy phone, your cracked screen in covered. The Samsung Protection Plan will cost you between $99 and $129 for two years of protection and then if you need your Galaxy S7 screen replaced, you’ll just pay a $79 deductible. This brings the repair of your Samsung Galaxy S7 screen to about $208.

Batteries Plus

If you don’t have the Samsung Protection Plan and your warranty is up, you can go to a third party vendor for a Galaxy S7 screen replacement. Quite a few of these places like small local stores and chains like Batteries Plus Bulbs, offer Samsung screen replacements that can run from $100 to $250 and their policies and services can be spotty.

CPR Service

Thankfully, there is a third option, CPR Cell Phone Repair. At CPR, our technicians are expertly trained in Samsung Galaxy S7 screen replacement and have all of the tools and tricks to make it a quick and easy process. What’s even better is that CPR offers free estimates! So you will know exactly how much your screen replacement costs before you pay for it. CPR offers professional Galaxy S7 screen replacement for a cost-effective price and our service is so fast, you won’t have to wait days for your device! Contact your local CPR today for more information on Samsung Galaxy S7 repair services.

How to Replace the Samsung Galaxy S7 Screen – DIY Guide

Sometimes getting your Galaxy S7 screen replaced by a service isn’t an option, so the experts at CPR have put together a guide for how to replace the Galaxy S7 screen. Please keep in mind that Samsung has made it almost impossible for anyone but a trained professional from replacing the Galaxy S7 screen. Even if you follow these instructions precisely, it is possible that you may end up with a small crack in the new screen so replace with caution.

  1. Power off your device.
  2. Take the back cover off your Galaxy S7.
      1. This step may require you to use a little heat from a heat gun or blow dryer and pry up the plastic cover using a plastic card like a gift card or credit card.
  3. Remove the plastic cover off the back.
  4. Remove all of the screws that attach the motherboard to the S7.
  5. Carefully remove the motherboard and set aside.
  6. Apply a little heat to the front of the phone to soften the glue holding the LCD screen in place.
  7. Start prying the screen up with a razor blade so you can fit a plastic card in between the LCD and housing.
  8. Run the card slowly around the area between the LCD and case until the screen releases from the case.
    1. NOTE: Keep in mind that the navigation flex and home button flex are under the screen at the bottom of the phone and can tear very easily.
  9. Clean out the housing and screen frame so there is no glass or debris is left behind.
  10. Carefully snap the new LCD screen in place.
    1. NOTE: Keep in mind that the new LCD screen is very fragile, and excessive pressure could cause the screen to break.
  11. After you have snapped the new LCD in place, reverse these instructions and your S7 will have a new screen!

As you can see, Samsung Galaxy S7 screen replacement is no task for the faint of heart. If you’d prefer that a professional handle your Samsung Galaxy S7 repair, depend on the expert technicians at CPR. Find your local CPR and request a free estimate today! We are professionally trained and can have your smartphone repaired in no time.

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The Limited Lifetime Warranty

Issues Warranty

In addition to being able to repair nearly any small electronic gadget that comes through our doors, and being able to complete most repairs in less than two hours, we also guarantee the quality of our workmanship and the quality of our parts for a full 6 months!

What does it mean for you?

If, at any time during our limited lifetime warranty period, the original repair fails because of the quality of the part we installed or the workmanship in repairing the device, we will fix it for FREE. No questions asked. Can’t beat a guarantee like that!

All CPR Stores are independently owned and operated. As such, not all stores may offer the same warranty.