Headphone jack parts loose/broken

Over the past few weeks I've noticed that the inside part of my iMac's headphone jack has started to become loose, causing my headphones to not be able to be plugged up correctly without having to put a large amount of pressure on it over and over again, which may just be making the problem worse in the long run. I decided to ask here before taking it in for help so anything will be appreciated.

what did your local genius bar say when you telephoned them?

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Headphone jack very loose

I received an iPod nano 3G for Christmas this year and the first thing I noticed about the little guy is that the headphone jack was so loose that the headphones would fall out anytime I moved the iPod. I returned the iPod and exchanged it for another and this new one is a little better but not a really tight fit. I recently tried a different pair of headphones because the Apple-included headphones don't really stay in my ears and the new headphones now have the same problem with my new iPod. So right now I'm on my second iPod and I can't understand why the headphone jack is so loose. Has anyone else had this problem?

Nevermind the headphone jack being loose. Apparently I hadn't pushed the headphone plug far enough into the jack to fully seat it. I hate it when I realize I've been a dork. Chalk this one up to being an iPod noob.

Gen7 nano headphone jack is loose, moving headphone plug stops music

When I move the headphone plug that is fully seated in the headphone jack on the nano it will stop playing the music like I pulled out the headphone plug. I have tried three different apple headphones and can replicate the issue by moving the plug. Using the same headphones in an older iPod will work fine when moving the plug. I believe there is an issue inside the nano and would like to be able to send this in, would this be possible?

Yes. But before you do get a flashlight and see if there is dirt/debris/obstruction in the jack and clear it if necessary.

Headphone jack plug loose

When i plug in headphones, or a simple audio cable, sound works fine. My concern is that whenever pressure is applied to the jack that is plugged in, the sound skips out. There is a physical problem with the connection, that happens regardless of the standard 3.5 mm cable i use. This only happens at certain angles of slight applied pressure. The part is loose. The laptop is brand new, and I assume this is a physical defect. I got the laptop quite recently and wanted to know what I need to do to get this issue fixed. How can I find out if my laptop is currently under warranty? I'm frustrated at this problem, especially because of how new this laptop is. Please let me know what I need to do to get this fixed! Is there a screw inside that needs to be tightened, or would this defect require experienced hands to fix.
Steven

Hi,
Every HP PC carries one Year Warranty period. Please contact HP Suppport to confirm your Warranty Status.
About Headphones set, connect an other HeadPhones set to the PC, and check to see if it works fine. If that also has same issue, get the PC serviced.
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Headphone Jack seems loose.

I just got my Ipod nano, and maybe its just me - but the headphones dont fit very snugly into the jack. A tiny tug pulls them out, which is a pain when putting it in my pocket or etc. Is this normal, or am I just paranoid?

DOH! Didn't apply enough pressure, they snapped right in. MUCH better.

HT4528 I have an iphone 3. The screen is cracked (some is even missing),the power button is dead, the headphone jack is almost broken & it has been glitching. I know it will die soon because its 4 years old and overused. How should i/can i back up my phot

this phone is my life. i share an itunes account with my mom and she deletes every photo i put in photo stream to keep for my new phone or ipod. so how should i back up my photots?

First things first if your iPhone cannot be recognised by your computer then you wont be able to get those photos off the iPhone.
In the event that it can be recognised you could import the photos to your PC/Mac. Follow the article below to do this:
iOS: Importing personal photos and videos from iOS devices
Or you could do a back up on iTunes of the iPhone which would save the photos in your camera roll. The article below will guide you on how to do this:
iOS: How to back up
All the best

Problem with the headphone jack part 2

Ok. Now I have been to the "sound tab" and tried to select the output audio and change it. But it will not bring up any type of change. It does not offer anything but Digital out. It says it is built in audio. I need help.

i contacted them for service on Friday from the service website but when they say that i should get a package within 2 business days to send it back for replacement but when they say 2 business days do they mean Monday to Friday no weekends or holidays like most businesses? (just curious)

Housing is broken by headphone jack input

Hi there! I bought a 16gb iPod Nano (7th Gen) less than a year ago. This is the third iPod that I've owned and have never had an issue. Until this one. The housing by the headphone jack input has broken. Can anyone here give me insight on what I need to do to get it either replaced, or repaired? I still have the box, but I don't have the receipt.
Here's a picture of the housing.

How did it happen?
Make a Genius Bar appointment at your nearest Apple Store. You don't need the receipt.

Is a loose headphone jack normal?

I just got a nano 3G for my birthday, but the headphone jack seems loose. The headphones seem to wiggle in the jack and easily fall out. If I'm running, it sometimes stops mid-song because of the jiggle. Is this a result of the design (jack being on a curved surface), or should I exchange it for a new one? It does this with all the headphones I've tried, and I want to know if anyone else has encountered this issue or if mine is defective......

I took the nano back to the store tonight, and the counter tech guy couldn't click it in properly either. It just wiggled in the jack, and he claimed that he'd never seen this problem before. They exchanged it for an identical new one, and now Katie is a happy girl! Thanks!

Headphone Jack Appears to Be Loose

It appears that my headphone jack is loose and this is causing me to hear static through my headphones whenever I play music. Should I call Apple and get this fixed? Am I still under warranty? I bought my iPod on 12/29/06. I actually still have the receipt to prove it. What should I do?

your warranty is good for a year, so you are fine. I would call Apple.

Will they repair the headphone jack on a 5th gen that is way past warranty

my headphone jack is loose and/or broken it only plays through the headphones albeit intermittently when pushed to one side or the other. I was wondering if this can be taken care of at a genius bar at a relatively low cost?

Don't know if they will do it there, but you can do it yourself. Mine did exactly the same thing about a year ago, and I replaced the jack without too much trouble. I think I found a replacement on Amazon for about $4.00 (plus shipping). It's a little more involved than replacing the battery (while you're at it, might as well do that too), but definitely within most people's capabilities. I think there are videos on youtube showing the procedure.
Try these guys.
http://www.muchbuy.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=5g+ipod+headphone

Replacment headphone jack

Where can i get a replacment headphone jack and will it come with the little ribbon cable

There are online stores like this one
http://www.rapidrepair.com/shop/photo-ipod-parts.html
You can also buy a broken iPod on eBay and swap the part. Note: The headphone jack parts on the 4th gen color display and 4th gen b/w display ipods (the socket that connects the two halves of the case) are different. So you need to get one off a 4th gen color display model (aka iPod photo), if that's the type you have.
Most iPods are broken because of the hard drive, not the headphone jack.

Headphone Jack Question

Hi guys,
My headphone jack came loose and snapped, I have a replacement one coming but one of the two small screws that holds the headphone jack in place is missing. Does anyone know what type of screw that I need to replace and where I could find one? Would going to the Genius Bar help me? (I'm out of warranty).
Thanks!

My ipod battery seems to short out through the headphone jack unit---if the wire/
exterior post of the headphones gets jostled while the unit is playing, it stops and then displays the screen announcing that the battery is dead and the unit needs charging. This happens even though the unit has been used only 15 minutes since the last time it was charged. I can't figure out how the battery and headphone jack would be hooked up such that the two would interact in this manner.
This has happened frequently enough and with numerous headphones (apples, sony, GE, as well as a few others). I have also heard that using non apple headphones are deleterious to the jack. Yet, apple headphones hurt my petite style earholes (ha). Is this true?s

My sound output won't work and headphone port is possibly broken

my laptop has been fine all day and now for some reason the sound output doesnt work. i believe the input does because in system preferences it seemed to pick up my voice. my volume is turned all the way up in every place i can think of and there's nothing. also there's a chance that my headphone jack might be broken but i can't tell because the sound isn't working regularly. please if anyone can help i would appreciate it! thanks!

Hey navzzzzz!
Here are two articles that will help you troubleshoot this issue with your sound output on your computer:
OS X Mavericks: If you can’t hear sound from your speakers
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH13841
Troubleshooting issues with no audio from built-in speakers on Macs
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1574
Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities. Have a good one!
-Braden

Creative Zen Micro 4GB - Headphone jack & transferring probl

I haven't updated my firmware since I got the player in May (out of the box firmware update? Go away).
My headphone jack is loose. I'll often only have music in one ear, especially if I'm walking or sitting down and have the player in my pocket or bag. I've started carrying my discman because I don't like pulling out my $300 mp3 player every couple of minutes. Is that the infamous solder problem?
Also, my computer no longer recognizes the player. My sister had the problem a little while ago (same player, newer firmware because she got hers a month ago), and we reinstalled the drivers and everything is cool. Mine still doesn't work.

samaxnthah wrote:Is that the infamous solder problem?
Sounds like it.
Also, my computer no longer recognizes the player. My sister had the problem a little while ago (same player, newer firmware because she got hers a month ago), and we reinstalled the drivers and everything is cool. Mine still doesn't work.
What firmware do you have on your player?
Have you run a disk cleanup from rescue mode?
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