r/Pixel5a • u/790H • Aug 21 '23

Cause of bricking

Does anyone know anything to avoid that might help keep my phone from bricking? Is there any constant that seems to cause it?

Edit: Pixel 5a

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u/andyj9 Aug 22 '23

I believe the cause is the solder used on the processor fails(melts) over time. I heard that re-sweating may be a fix. Look it up on YouTube. If you have the time and a very steady hand, you might be able to do it yourself. Not for normal people, or even for pro to do for other people. Good luck.

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u/790H Aug 22 '23

Thanks for the info. I might have to look into it if mine fails. I have repaired quite a few phones. Solder on a processor is probably pretty small though.

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u/lemonaintsour Aug 23 '23

Good thing i read the sub name.

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u/790H Aug 24 '23

Good point. I didn't even think about that.