[kalldrexx]

So the power button on my droid has died. It's not stuck, (it still clicks and springs back up) it just doesn't do anything. It isn't a software issue because when the phone isnpowered off, it doesn't turn on. The only way I could power it up is by hooking it up to the charger.

Since it is 1 month out of warranty, verizon won't fix it. Verizons insurance blows and only covers getting a refurb for $89. I have a feeling fixing it is just a matter of cleaning it out. Everything else with the phone works perfectly.

I am probably going to upgrade my phone since I am contract, and am thinking of selling my phone. I am wondering how possible it would be to access the inside of the power button and see if I can fix it. Anyone have any experience?

[Cyber Warrior]

Not something I recommend unless you are a skilled professional at taking apart phones.... but if you're curious to see how it's done.
Here is a video on taking the Droid apart:

[scarryman04]

The only way I could power it up is by hooking it up to the charger.

Just slide the keyboard open and the screen will light up, just as if you pushed the power button.

[cmorty72#AC]

Eh... mines worn out as well (actually its ****-eyed). In order to activate it, I've got to press it at an angle.