Device remains inactive and unable to charge due to long-term storage issues.
Device remains inactive and unable to charge due to long-term storage issues.
I know this is a long shot, but I don't know where else to turn. I was doing some cleaning the other day and found an old phone of mine, an LG L41C. I recall it having some of my files on its internal storage, so I tried to start it up to see if the files were still there. It had been about 3-4 years since I had last used the thing, but last time I did, it worked just fine. However, now it won't turn on or charge. I've tried everything, from cleaning the charging port, to holding volume up / down + power, to even buying a new battery, but nothing gets this thing to budge. I was wondering if anyone here had any ideas to get it to work. Any help would be appreciated.
If the device has been exposed to damp conditions, that likely accounts for the issue, and restarting it probably won’t help much in that case. People suggest using a rice layer to absorb moisture, but I’m not confident it will resolve any related damage. Just because the unit wasn’t exposed to the elements doesn’t mean it’s safe—fluctuating temperatures can create condensation inside.