The USB port on my S20 fe 5g has died and I’m starting my search for a replacement phone. I’m at a bit of a loss I dont really keep up with whats come out, and just want a solid phone that will last a good long while. I’d like to stay around the same size or smaller than my current phone, I don’t play intensive games so I don’t need a top end processor. But I would like a nice camera, I travel and take lots of pictures. Macro shots of mushrooms, wide angle and telephoto shots of landscapes, regular shots of my dog. I’d like a physical sim slot and a microsd slot is nice but not a deal breaker. The Nothing 3 is seemingly checking all my boxes but would like to hear some suggestions or feedback from someone who has one or another phone that might be better for me.
A wood toothpick would be fine too. Just not a metal paperclip or anything, as that might be too sharp or strong and damage of bend the pins.
Yes, one big tell is if the plug isn’t firmly and evenly seated. if it’s not going in straight or all-the-way, there’s probably debris in there that needs to be cleaned out. it’s usually pocket lint, but I spent a day at the chop saw and it got full of saw dust.
Also: Drop into any cellular repair shop. Most decent techs will try to clean the port free of charge before pitching a more expensive repair.