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How to replace microphone

I have a Sony xz premium. I need to change the microphone, but from pictures it looks like it's attatched to the motherboard. Anyone know how it's attatched and if its easy to change?

Thanks Tom

Update (04/08/2020)

I have ordered a USB flex but it doesn't look like it has a microphone on it. After doing some research it look like it is on the motherboard (photo below). How would I unsolder this? Would I need a heat gun?

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what symptoms do you have with the mic? I have a mic that generally doesn't work but if I talk directly into the hole it seems to pick up some. Does that happen for you too? Also the bottom edge section of the case came off - the side with the USB-C charging port. I'm not sure if the mic itself is partially faulty or it's the loss of the cover that is meant to direct my voice down into the mic somehow?

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Hi @tomm636,

Looking at the ifixit Sony Xperia XZ Premium USB Port Replacement guide, the microphone is attached to the USB flex cable.

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It may be easier to replace the complete USB flex cable module rather than just the microphone

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Is that definitely the microphone hanging off the side of this ribbon?

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@tomm636 ,

I don't know.

Can't zoom in close enough to get a good view.

Perhaps you could check with the supplier to verify.

When searching for the part other suppliers mention the "USB charge port with microphone flex pcb" but none of the images are any better.

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Thanks

I have ordered one so will let you know how I get on.

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@tomm636 ,

Not sure how they are connected on your phone.

Maybe a gentle prying action might give an idea. If no movement then apply a little heat

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