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by Miss Hildegard Friesen Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How to Fix Common Problems with Amazon Kindle Repair.

  • Method 1: Go to the page Settings. Then to menu in settings Restart. This works like a soft reset.
  • Method 2: Press Alt-Shift-Up Arrow.
  • Method 3: Hold down the Power Button for 20 Seconds, then release.

Full Answer

What should I do if my Kindle doesn't work anymore?

If that is the case then I would recommend you seek a replacement device from Amazon. (The Kindle Devices are generally sold by Amazon at a Loss, meaning it costs more to produce the Kindle than Amazon sells it for. They do this because they sell books and apps so the device is sort of a tool to leverage their stores.

How to recover data from corrupted or damaged Kindle?

Kindle Repair tool to recover data from a damaged / corrupted / infected / erroneous / formatted partition of Kindle using three modes. One is for Normal Data recovery of damaged or corrupted Kindle files. Other is the Deleted Kindle Files or Folders Recovery to restore permanently deleted data.

How do I Reset my Kindle Fire to factory settings?

Take off the back cover. There is a little hole between the SD card holder and the battery. Use something that will fit in the hole. A paper clip should work. Insert item into the hole, and hold down for 10 seconds. The Kindle will reset itself. Amazon Kindle Fire HD Screen Replacement (Digitizer and LCD) (7 Inch) Troubleshooting:

How do I get parts for my Kindle Fire tablet?

Thanks Trudi, Your best solution will be to contact Amazon directly on this device. As this is an original Kindle, it is difficult to find parts. Your best option will be any sort of assistance Amazon can provide. Reply Richard Goldstein November 11, 2014

What is a Kindle Fire touch screen?

What is the Kindle Fire screen digitizer?

Why is my digitizer not responding to touch?

What size screen does a Kindle Fire have?

How to tell if my new LCD is plugged in?

What happens when you reset your phone?

What happens when flex cable is cracked?

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How do I get my Kindle to work again?

You can restart your Kindle at any time by pressing and holding its power button for 40 seconds. You may need to restart your Kindle if it freezes or stops responding to get it back in working order.

What to do if my Kindle is not working?

Restart your Kindle to resolve intermittent issues such as a frozen screen or slow performance.Press and hold the power button until either a power dialog box appears or the screen goes blank.Continue holding the power button for 40 seconds, then release.

Can a broken Kindle be fixed?

Amazon has no option to send a Kindle in for repair and there are no authorized repair centers, so if you want to fix your Kindle it has to be a DIY project. If you're tech savvy and like taking stuff apart and putting it back together again, then you can probably pull off replacing a Kindle's screen.

How do you restart an unresponsive Kindle?

To restart an unresponsive Kindle, press and hold the power button until the screen flashes, then release the power button. The Kindle will restart, and you can start reading again.

Why won't my Kindle wake up?

Press and hold down the power button for 20 seconds or longer. Then turn the device back on by hitting the power button again. If this doesn't work the first time, you can try holding the button down for 30 seconds or longer. Most of the time, this will be all you have to do to make the Kindle Fire work again.

How long does a Kindle last?

5 to 6 yearsHow long does a Kindle last? Generally speaking, the average lifespan of a Kindle is 5 to 6 years. Kindle Fire Tablets have a much shorter lifespan than the e-ink versions and typically last about 2 to 3 years. The lifespan of a Kindle can vary greatly based on the usage, charging behavior, and environmental factors.

Do Kindles wear out?

As long as you keep the screen safe, Kindles can last for many years. But eventually the battery is going to wear out, and it will get to the point where it no longer holds a charge.

What is wrong with my Kindle screen?

Any messed up screen display is most likely caused by a temporary glitch in the program. Your best option is to attempt to reboot and reset the device first. If the problem still persists, you may have to replace your screen.

Why is my Kindle not charging when I plug it in?

Unplug the power adapter and micro-USB cable from your device, and then connect them to your device again. Insert the power adapter into a power outlet. If your device doesn't indicate that it's charging, unplug the power adapter and restart the device.

Is there a reset button on a Kindle?

Locate your Kindle's "Reset" button. Stick your paperclip, needle or toothpick into the tiny hole and press the button. Hold the "Reset" button until your Kindle powers down. The Kindle's screen will then flash several times before the device is restored to its factory settings.

How do I know if my Kindle battery needs replacing?

How to Know If Your Kindle Battery Needs Replacing? You will need to replace the Kindle battery if your device takes too long to charge, doesn't reach 100% battery level, doesn't hold the charge, or simply doesn't turn on due to battery error.

Why did my Kindle freeze up?

Kindles typically freeze because the processor load becomes more than the device's limited memory and processing power can handle. This most commonly occurs during periods of high use or when trying to access websites using the Kindle's wireless capabilities.

Is there a reset button on a Kindle?

Locate your Kindle's "Reset" button. Stick your paperclip, needle or toothpick into the tiny hole and press the button. Hold the "Reset" button until your Kindle powers down. The Kindle's screen will then flash several times before the device is restored to its factory settings.

Why is my Kindle Fire frozen?

Restart your device to fix a frozen or looping screen during startup. Before restarting, charge your device for at least 30 minutes with an Amazon-branded power adapter. Hold the power button down for 40 seconds or until your device shuts off.

How long does a dead Kindle take to turn on?

What is this? Another thing to note is that sometimes when the Kindle battery is completely dead, the device may just not switch on altogether. In such a case, you may have to wait for 10 to 20 minutes for the device to have enough charge to turn on.

What do you do when your Amazon tablet wont turn on?

If you are experiencing a problem where your Amazon Fire tablet won't start, we have some steps you can try to get it working again.Hold Power Button. Ensure that you are holding down the “Power” button for at least 5 seconds to power it on normally. ... Charge Using AC Adapter. ... Hold “Volume Down” While Powering On.

What is the estimated time duration to extract up to 500 files?

The time taken by Kindle Recovery tool completely depends on the individual file size and the level of corruption. Also depends on your system perf...

Can I save the recovered Kindle files on my computer?

Yes, there is an option to save an individual file or folder by checking the box next to each item. This way one can save a single file or multiple...

Can I recover deleted files from kindle fire that has been removed from the trash folder in my Kindl...

Yes, the Kindle Recovery Tool is fast and efficient to repair and recover permanently deleted Kindle files.

Can I also recover deleted photos from kindle or the large media files like movies that are saved on...

The Kindle Repair tool can recover media files, audio files, document files and folder easily.

What is a Kindle Fire touch screen?

The Amazon Kindle Fire Touch Screen Digitizer (Green Flex Cable) is the top glass of your device, and controls your main touch function. The digitizer is a separate component from your main LCD display screen. If you cannot see an image on your device, you will need to replace your LCD screen along with your digitizer. If your touch function no longer works, or your top glass is broken, then this is the part you need.

What is the Kindle Fire screen digitizer?

The Amazon Kindle Fire Touch Screen Digitizer (Orange Flex Cable) is the top glass of your device, and controls your main touch function . The digitizer is a separate component from your main LCD display screen. If you cannot see an image on your device, you will need to replace your LCD screen along with your digitizer. If your touch function no longer works, or your top glass is broken, then this is the part you need.

Why is my digitizer not responding to touch?

If your digitizer will not respond to touch at all, reattempt the repair, and make certain your cable was not crimped (folded too much). Crimping causes micro fractures in the thin metal inside a flex cable. Once this metal is cracked, power and other impulses cannot flow through the device.

What size screen does a Kindle Fire have?

The Amazon Kindle Fire HD Screen Replacement (Digitizer and LCD) (7 Inch) controls both your touch function and your main image display. If your top glass is broken, your touch function is unresponsive, or you have no image display, then this is the part you need. This screen comes with both your top digitizer and your lower LCD fused together for easy assembly.

How to tell if my new LCD is plugged in?

Check to see if your screen’s back light is on. If there is no back light in addition to no display, your new LCD is not plugged in correctly. Reattempt the repair, and make certain your new part is fully installed.

What happens when you reset your phone?

A hard reset can resolve issue like: blank or frozen screen, crashing apps, touch screen problems, no audio, random noises, no call functionality or sync errors.

What happens when flex cable is cracked?

Crimping causes micro fractures in the thin metal inside a flex cable. Once this metal is cracked, power and other impulses cannot flow through the device. Also check that all your cables are fully seated and plugged in. Flex cables that need to slide into position can easily come loose during reassembly.

When did the Kindle come out?

Amazon launched their first e-reader, the Original Kindle, also known as Kindle (1st Generation), on November 19, 2007. It was originally priced at $399.00 and only sold within the United States.

What is Kindle E-reader?

Kindle e-readers use E ink and e-paper instead of the typical backlit LCD found in many electronics. This is intended to imitate the appearance of traditional pen on paper. Users can access the Kindle Store from any Kindle device to purchase e-books and other digital titles.

What font is used in Kindle Oasis?

The Kindle Oasis, released in 2016, was the first Kindle to incorporate Amazon’s new sans-serif font, Amazon Ember.

What color is Kindle graphite?

The following year, Amazon launched the Kindle Graphite, named after the tablet’s deep gray color. (Previous Kindle models were white or light gray.) This model is the first to use E Ink Pearl, which increases the contrast on the display.

What is Kindle Repair?

Kindle Repair tool to recover data from a damaged / corrupted / infected / erroneous / formatted partition of Kindle using three modes. One is for Normal Data recovery of damaged or corrupted Kindle files. Other is the Deleted Kindle Files or Folders Recovery to restore permanently deleted data. The third one is Formatted partition recovery.

What is Kindle recovery tool?

The Kindle recovery tool makes sure that folder and tree structure of files is retained during recovery. There is no data loss in the recovery of files. When a Kindle folder recovery option is opted, the sub-folders are also extracted in a similar manner. The complete tree structure can be saved anywhere on the Kindle or on a Windows computer.

Can you recover deleted files on Kindle Fire?

The Kindle Fire Recovery Software universally accepted and experts suggested utility. It is capable to recover permanently deleted (Shift + Delete) eBooks, images, videos, from Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Paperwhite. The tool will recover files and highlight in red colour. The tool ensures for 100% recovery in healthy format.

Can you lose a Kindle to an accident?

Losing your Kindle to an accident can be difficult, since it interrupts your daily life, so taking the device to a trained professional for a screen repair is likely the best choice. Just opening the device cost you the warranty, and increase the risk of the repair costing more than it should.

Does Dr Phone Fix have a store?

Having served the Southern Florida Area for more than a decade, we repair our 400,000th electronic device this year. We have stores opening across the country to continue keeping electronics and batteries out of landfills for the sake of our future generations and your wallet.

Is Amazon a good tablet?

Amazon has become one of the most successful tablet producers in the world, ranging from the high-quality Kindle Fire HD to the more economic E-Reader. People everywhere use these tablets to read, explore the internet, and learn whatever they desire. While these tablets are not yet the peak performers on the market, Amazon is certainly headed that direction and are likely looking to compete with the iPad and Galaxy Tab.

How to reset a Kindle Fire tablet?

Start by fully charging your Fire tablet with the original cable and charger, then hold down the Power button for 40 seconds to perform a force reset. Connect to a Wi-Fi network and leave your tablet alone for a while — it should automatically download and install any available updates. You can also do this manually on your PC or laptop by visiting Amazon’s Fire & Kindle Software Updates page.

How to uninstall Kindle app?

Open the Play Store app, find the Kindle app page in it, and choose Uninstall. Now go back to the main Play Store page and tap the three vertical lines at the top left, then scroll down to choose Settings and tap Auto-update apps > Do not auto-update apps.

How to update apps on Kindle Fire?

If you have the Google Play Store installed on your Fire tablet, then it could be the source of your problem. Open the Play Store app, find the Kindle app page in it, and choose Uninstall. Now go back to the main Play Store page and tap the three vertical lines at the top left, then scroll down to choose Settings and tap Auto-update apps > Do not auto-update apps. You can still update apps manually by opening the Play Store tapping the three vertical lines at the top left and choosing My apps & games, then the Updates tab. Tap Update next to the individual apps you want to update, just avoid updating any Amazon or Kindle apps here.

What is a Kindle Fire?

The Amazon Fire, previously known as the Kindle Fire, is Amazon’s flagship tablet product combining the best of their famous e-book reader with the standard tablet offerings we’ve become accustomed to in recent years . First released in 2011, these tablets have served in a niche space for voracious readers looking for more smart device features for their home or office. For those of you in that crowd, we’re taking a look at the most common problems with the modern range of Amazon Fire tablets. We also keep tabs on common issues for the older Kindle Fire tablets since there are plenty still out there on living room coffee tables.

How long does it take to charge a Kindle Fire?

There are a few things you can double-check and try before contacting Amazon. Remember that charging a Kindle Fire HD with Amazon’s cable and the optional charger should take four hours, while charging it using the USB plug on your computer will take 13.5 hours. You can read more about the problem at the Amazon forum.

How to turn off tablet when not using?

Get into the habit of turning your tablet off when you aren’t using it. Hold down the power button until the Power off box pops up and then tap OK. If you don’t want to turn it off completely when you aren’t using it, then pull down the notification shade and tap to turn on Airplane mode.

How to check if my tablet is recognized?

You may need to hold it down for 40 seconds or more. Try plugging it into your computer and see if the device is recognized.

What is a Kindle Fire touch screen?

The Amazon Kindle Fire Touch Screen Digitizer (Green Flex Cable) is the top glass of your device, and controls your main touch function. The digitizer is a separate component from your main LCD display screen. If you cannot see an image on your device, you will need to replace your LCD screen along with your digitizer. If your touch function no longer works, or your top glass is broken, then this is the part you need.

What is the Kindle Fire screen digitizer?

The Amazon Kindle Fire Touch Screen Digitizer (Orange Flex Cable) is the top glass of your device, and controls your main touch function . The digitizer is a separate component from your main LCD display screen. If you cannot see an image on your device, you will need to replace your LCD screen along with your digitizer. If your touch function no longer works, or your top glass is broken, then this is the part you need.

Why is my digitizer not responding to touch?

If your digitizer will not respond to touch at all, reattempt the repair, and make certain your cable was not crimped (folded too much). Crimping causes micro fractures in the thin metal inside a flex cable. Once this metal is cracked, power and other impulses cannot flow through the device.

What size screen does a Kindle Fire have?

The Amazon Kindle Fire HD Screen Replacement (Digitizer and LCD) (7 Inch) controls both your touch function and your main image display. If your top glass is broken, your touch function is unresponsive, or you have no image display, then this is the part you need. This screen comes with both your top digitizer and your lower LCD fused together for easy assembly.

How to tell if my new LCD is plugged in?

Check to see if your screen’s back light is on. If there is no back light in addition to no display, your new LCD is not plugged in correctly. Reattempt the repair, and make certain your new part is fully installed.

What happens when you reset your phone?

A hard reset can resolve issue like: blank or frozen screen, crashing apps, touch screen problems, no audio, random noises, no call functionality or sync errors.

What happens when flex cable is cracked?

Crimping causes micro fractures in the thin metal inside a flex cable. Once this metal is cracked, power and other impulses cannot flow through the device. Also check that all your cables are fully seated and plugged in. Flex cables that need to slide into position can easily come loose during reassembly.

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