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Also, it talks about "Multi Touch Support" hardware option, which is currently "Touch Screen Type" = multi-touch

please explain to me where and how do I input

adb -d forward tcp:1970 localabstract:android.sdk.controller

quixilver@gwisa.com

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I got the connection perfectly but for some reason despite the output debugger from the emulator showing correct inputs (coordinates) on the actual UI it shows wrong places.
For example, I try clicking the bottom left or middle or bottom right or really anywhere but the touch only show up at the top right....

it's like as iff the emulator isn't inputing the signals in correctly.

Thank you for your feedback. We assure you that we are doing our best to address the issue reported, however our product team has shifted work priority that doesn't include this issue. For now, we will be closing the issue as won't fix obsolete. If this issue currently still exists, we request that you log a new issue along with latest bug report here https://goo.gl/TbMiIO.

I have exactly the same issue. Has anyone found a solution? Considering that the primary purpose of this device is still to make call (although I'd probably question my own assertion here), the fact that the microphone hardly works is a significant issue.

I would almost be tempted to return it as defective. I'd like to give bluetooth a shot to see if it's any better.

Has anyone found a solution like a custom app that can adjust sensitivity?

It is not an bluetooth issue according to a friend of mine who uses his Nexus 4 with 2 different bluetooth headsets.

This is very likely related to https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=42978 - basically, the Nexus 4 doesn't seem to implement automatic microphone gain control at all.

Some applications support manually adjusting the microphone gain, which solves the problem, so the hardware seems to work correctly. Also, it seems to work better for cellular phone calls - maybe there is some automatic gain control in the baseband?

Please, fix this!

I dont use my earphones mic for VOIP calls, i use it for regular calls, in iphone i can let the ear phones mic hang somewhere far away from mouth and still have a perfect conversation.
whereas with Nexus 4 i have to keep the mic close to my mouth.. very close..

Please fix this .. this is too long wait

For anyone else having this problem, I just got off the phone with Nexus support +1-(855-83-NEXUS) and they said it was a known hardware issue.  Call them and they'll RMA the phone and ship out a replacement.

They are aware of this issue.. DONT BOTHER TO place an order for REPLACEMENT..
All the nexus 4 devices have this issue, Even the replacement ones.. They did not fix this issue yet
Please note that once u recieve the replacement, the hold on the credit card wont go for more than 15 days after the device is returned.
i am still paying interest for the hold.

Interesting.  A friend of mine just got his Nexus 4 with 4.2.2 yesterday and he says he's not having any mic issues.  Would be nice to at least get a status set on this bug.  

I've receive a 16 gb one last week and this isla what i found (unplugued/plugued) using a soundmeter

I have the same problem as stated above. Whenever I connect apple in ear headphones, the other person can not even listen what I'm saying over the call, unless I shout.I found an app smartphone voice recorder which has microphone adjustment which has device auto gain calibration AGC which seems to fix the problem for a while until i restart the phone or some other app takes the control and I'm eagerly waiting for 4.2.2 to fix this issue. But it doesn't have any change log maintained that this defect has been addressed. Google please address this issue asap.

 4.2.2  did NOT fix this issue. It still persists.

Same problem here. Bad sound quality and low volume for the one I´m talking to.

Mailed LG, and got the standard answer, "We dont recognise this problem"  :P

Hopefully they´ll sort this out soon.. =)

The same here: reproducible on Nexus 4 and android 4.2.2 :-(

Same issue even with the device's own Mic. If I plug in earphones, no one can hear me very well through the devices mic.

Galaxy Nexus was fine making calls using the device mic and earphones.

Same issue with rob6ra. It happens even with device own mic when headphones are plugged in. I am on 4.2.2 I am new to the discussion group, so I really do not how we can take this further to Google. I would very much appreciate if somebody tells me how we can do this. Even if this is a hardware issue there is no point to discuss with LG (to my opinion) as our exchange transaction is with Google, at lest for those of us who bought the phone directly from Google Play

Same issue, attempted with several earphones but nothing.

there's no hardware issue, it only happens on regular voicecall, if you try other apps like magic jack, skype, viber etc.. you will note that mic works great, it's just regular voice call

and i think is related to noise reduction values because on internet calls the other persons hears everything even a little sound with my hand, you could imagine how annoying are my conversations with my girlfriend because we both have nexus 4 :(   our solution was to use magicjack and skype

Same here, coworkers have been complaining my voice was too low when i was using the headset (the one i got with the device, as google legaly had to provide one here in france). I just tested with skype test call, and it seems a little low, if i don't put the mic just in front of my mouth.

I will try to find sound management apps able to workaround this issue.

It seems in-car Bluetooth is affected as well. I could only test with Nexus 4 and HTC Rhyme, though.

@Gabriel: Please do informa us if you find an app that solves the issue. Thanks

It happens on my Nexus 4 as well, Android 4.2.2
If you plug the headset before calling the Google Now app pops up, if you plug it after calling a contact then it seems to work but the audio quality is poor ...
Thanks!

Tengo Nexus 4, android 4.2.2…

Tengo el mismo problema, con los auriculares enchufados al teléfono si realizas una llamada : cuelga y abre google new. Si enchufas los auriculares después la calidad es mala, es imposible mantener una conversación con alguien de esta forma.

Salu2 y gracias Kiko.

GS3 LTE (i9305)- moved from stock 4.1.2 to ROM4.2.2 and 2 problems have appeared:
1. headphone mic gain is horrible (as discussed by everyone in this thread), this was not an issue on the stock 4.1.1 and the upgrade to 4.1.2; i noticed this immediately after uprading to LiquidSmooth 4.2.2
2. bluetooth - as discussed in thread http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=39632; and it is clear this problem is related to sample rate and bit pool

Would like to see some android updates to address these 2 issues.  Its clear that the issue SHOULD be fixable, as the coders from Samsung had obviously fixed it with their stock 4.1.1 and 4.1.2.  I'm not keen on reverting back to the stock flavour but am thinking that i have no choice as these 2 issues are deal breakers.

I had same issue here and seems software issue cause it's work fine in skype, the problem mainly in phone call with headset or with built in mic. Hope any body found app can solve the problem, inform us. And hope Google can notice this issue in next update.

I have nexus 4 android 4.2.2 build number JDQ39 .. I am really pissed off by this problem .. While speaking on the phones (without headphones), I sound very very low to other person as if speaking from very very far ..

This is not expected from Google .. such a high end phone but I cant even properly speak on it ..  

Is it a hardware problem or software problem ? Please let me know if there is an app or setting to solve this issue?

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I was having the same problem and so I called T-mobile tech support to get a warranty replacement and they had me reboot my phone and they reset some stuff on their end and now the low mic problem is fixed.  I will test again later when I'm in a location with a lot of background noise and see if the problem arises again.

"I will test again later when I'm in a location with a lot of background noise and see if the problem arises again."

The thing is, in a loud environment - like a car driving 160km/h (100mph) -
people have no problem understanding me. It is in quiet environments that the microphone sensitivity is way too low on the headset.

This issue must be solved, WHAT A SHAME GOOGLE WHAT A SHAME, I tried with stock 4.2.2, stock 4.2.1 (Yeah I downgrade), Paranoid Android, CM 10.1 and PAC ROMS and all is the same (T_T)

I just got a Nexus 4. I install a sound meter app and the sound volume of my headset mic is 20 to 25 db lower than the phone mic that is huge. I don't believe this is hardware issue.

 I installed Hi-Q MP3 REC (lite) app then I recorded with the phone mic and the headset mic and I can hear what people that I call complain about the volume difference is huge.
I then raise the recording volume +20db in the mentioned app and the volume increased. There is some amplification noise present but the headset mic volume is only 5 to 10 db less than the phone mic. I think this should be a coding issue. Surprise the LG/Google teams haven't posted any clear response like a bug tracking ticket to this problem.

Adrián

 I installed Hi-Q MP3 REC (lite) app then I recorded with the phone mic and the headset mic and I can hear what people that I call complain about the volume difference is huge.
I then raise the recording volume +20db in the mentioned app and the volume increased. There is some amplification noise present but the headset mic volume is only 5 to 10 db less than the phone mic. I think this should be a coding issue. Surprise the LG/Google teams haven't posted any clear response like a bug tracking ticket to this problem.

Adrián

Nothing hurts the hardware manufacturers as returns. Somebody should start returning phones citing low mic volume.

I called Google and they offered a new phone or money back. No sure I want either since I like the phone a lot specially for the price and people in several blogs have set a new phone does not solve the problem. I also tested the bluetooth in my car and it worked fine. For phones calls a good bluetooth is a possibility.

Adrián

The Nexus 4 owner that did comment #31 can give us an update. Could you also please comment what OS version 4.2.2 or earlier?
If the factory reboot works I would give it a try.
Thank you,

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Comment #31 below:
#31 micahbo...@gmail.com
I was having the same problem and so I called T-mobile tech support to get a warranty replacement and they had me reboot my phone and they reset some stuff on their end and now the low mic problem is fixed.  I will test again later when I'm in a location with a lot of background noise and see if the problem arises again.

Nothing works, not the factory reset or reflashing 4.2.(0-1-2), I tried Paranoid Android and it sounds a little bit better (just a bit), also tried fauxsound, it amp the built in Mic but the headset Mic gain amplifier don't work in the app or at least doesn't amplified my headset Mic.

Post #39, I did test in a louder environment several times since my last post and the other end could hear me just fine so it seems it's resolved now.  Instead of doing a factory reset try flashing the factory image (which is what I did) found here:  

https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images

If the problem happens again I will post on here again.

I've done the process of reflashing so many times without getting succes, I flashed all versions for Nexus and nothing, I resign my self and I will send the equipment for replacement. (T_T)

I recently bought nexus 4(android 4.2.2, build JDQ39). I too notice low mic volume issue. What a disappointment when I call to my mom to tell about my new nexus phone and she is shouting that my voice is very very low, and she said "what a junk phone you bought" .  I see this issue when I put on loud speaker ON, while answering calls. No issues when i don't put ON the speaker.  Its a great disappointment to nexus lovers who usually attend calls with loud speaker.  And its a big shame on GOOGLE or LG being a big companies not addressing this basic & silly & irritating issue for so long time.

I have tested this with four separate earbuds, one of which are a brand new backup that I did not regularly use previously.  All of these record audio just fine when using my blackberry, therefore the problem must be with the phone.

The phone's microphone works fine when nothing is plugged in.  It will capture my voice at around 65-70 dB at various distances.  However, when I plug in earbuds, the microphone will only capture my voice at around 25-30 dB at a normal distance, and still only at around 35-40 dB when I hold the mic right up to my lips.  Neither of which are enough for the other party to hear me properly.

I first tested this using the phone before installing any other apps or changing around the settings.  Then I tested it further with the apps Skype, Sound Meter and Smart Voice Recorder.

I had this issue with my first phone, which I returned because it had another defect, and my replacement phone has the same issue with capturing audio from the mic on the earbuds.

As per my comment #27 above.  I reverted back to 4.1.2 stock and both problems i mentioned are gone.  I will wait and listen to see if problems are resolved in 4.2.3, since 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 are broken.  Although i like the 4.2 look and feel, no headphone mic and crappy bluetooth are deal breakers.

"As per my comment #27 above.  I reverted back to 4.1.2 stock and both problems i mentioned are gone.  I will wait and listen to see if problems are resolved in 4.2.3, since 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 are broken.  Although i like the 4.2 look and feel, no headphone mic and crappy bluetooth are deal breakers."

How did you revert back to 4.1.2?  The Nexus 4 never had 4.1.2?

I kept a copy of my stock samsung 4.1.2 before flashing to liquid ROM.  So reverting back wasn't complicated.  Just followed all the flashing directions that you can find on the xda forums.

You flashed a SAMSUNG firmware on an LG (Nexus 4) phone?!?!

This issue as noted in the title concern LG Nexus 4, So your Solution not applicable in Nexus 4.

@49:

Nexus 4 is LG Nexus 4. Google doesn't assemble phones, but brands other vendors. In case of Google Nexus 4 it's LG

Just talked to German Google support for an unrelated hardware issue; I asked them forward the bug number internally.

Anyone speaking to Google should always reference this bug so their internal processes pick up on this being an issue.

I have the same issue on Cyanogenmod nightly. The headset is Klipsch s2a. Could this be a driver issue? Who provides the hardware drivers for this phone: Google or LG?

I have a similar issue with Philips headset SHE9005A. I Used different Voip services and the other side could not hear me unless I keep the mic in front of my mouth. What a pity.

I have the same issue with Philips SHE9005A/00 and Nexus 4. I also tried several other headsets. Sound and Signal button work fine, but the mic gain is way too low.
Since my first replacment didn´t work either, I hope the second replacement will work...

I'm still having inconsistent mic issues.  I'm going to get a replacement and report back.

Guys,

Dont waste time in the replacement. this is a known issue, i was told in November 2012 that a ticket would be created and i will be contacted with an issue update but no one contacted me yet..
All the Nexus 4 devices have this issue.

Sorry to disappoint you post #59 but no, not all the nexus have this issue, I tested 3 nexus from my friends and the only one with this issue is the one I have.

Yeah same here... This is the most annoying issue from this phone.... I love it ... but really need the microphone headseat... Please please fix this problem.... Hope Key Lime Pie fix it. :(

As an update to my status, I got a cheap Samsung EHS60 and it worked!!! It was after a recommendation from a seller here. Now, the headset mic is usable in calls. No clue why it is so, but might be of help to others.

I received my replacement phone yesterday and the low mic problem is gone.  And yes I'm still using the same headset.  There are different models of the Nexus 4 with updated hardware and in my experience the older models prior to the 302K model all have the low mic issue. To find your serial number which lists your model number in the first four digits go here: http://sndeep.info/en ... See here for more information:  http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2239780

For Comment #60 check this post in the same forum thread you are pointing to know that issue still exist.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=40474660&postcount=110

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I  did  receive a  replacement with  serial 303k  but  the  issue  still persists.
 can  someone  confirm with  screenshots  with  apps  like  noise  meter

Ok... This issue is weird, I use ParanoidAndroid + Franco Kernel Last nightly (r127) until last night, earphones microphone doesn't work for me (Urban Ears and Munitio Billet 9mm), like most of us.

Last night I got issues with my signal, I did full wipe, again flash PA Build 16 Apr, and Franco Kernel r127,and restore all my apps with carbon, today I wanted to try again my earphones to know if something happened.

So... here is the weird thing, with Munitio Billet I got 70+ dB and with Urban Ears got 26+ :S

Hope it stays that way!

Sorry for my English :D

Update, with the headphones Munitio got 75+ dB, but problem in call still persists :(

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just replaced 2 303k series phones
the problem seems to persist in all nexus 4 devices is there any one who has a working device with screen shots using noise meter app
does Google even notice this thread

I have the exact same issue with my phone. I have tried many different headsets, HTC, Skull Candy etc...same problem people cannot hear me. I really do not want to hold a mobile to my ear especially this one which tends to get quite hot...also have an issue with the volume level when using a headset...sometimes it is very loud even when the volume bar is on 1 and sometimes need to put it all the way up...this is all very upsetting...what is the point of being the "fastest phone" if it does not get the basics right like this....has anyone tried the Google Headsets being sold on the Googleplay store...hopefully those should work??? any help would be greatly appreciated.

#68 I tried my wife's iPhone 5 headphones this weekend and all the low mic issues were gone.  I did some research and found out the Nexus 4 is only compatible with CTIA headsets.  To find out if your headset is CTIA look at the rings on the jack and if they are grey then you are good. If they are black or any other color it is OMAP and incompatible.  I know Sony, Apple, LG, and Samsung all make CTIA headsets.

I meant OMTP not OMAP.

please note that iPhone earphones Mic doesn't work with nexus.. maybe the inbuilt Mic on nexus was picking up.the volume than the Apple earphones Mic
please check also I think Apple earphones are omtp. thanks
 anyone here with this problem actually resolved.

I had a similar issue with Philips SHE9005A/00. Replaced with Samsung EHS60 with white rings on the jack. Here is a screenshot during a call. As reference, my device serial is 301K.
 

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#72 are you saying that the issue is gone with EHS60 headphones?????

The NEW iPhone 5 headphones work just fine with nexus 4 and so do my Sony headphones which both have the grayish white rings on the jack.

I tried the headphones from my wife's iPhone 5 and no one could hear me
properly...did not work for me:( anyone tried the Google ones they are now
selling on the googleplay store?

@ #74: Yes.
@ #76: I did not try it, but found this in the link below:
" The sound quality is awesome and when making a phone call, the recipient can hear me clearly. "
http://www.androidmeter.com/unboxing-and-review-of-the-nexus-4-headphones-video/

Same issue here, brand new Nexus 4 ( Spain )

I have tested 3 headphones :
- Galaxy Nexus ( grey rings, CTIA compatible )
- Nexus One
- Ultimate Ears Super-Fi 5 with mic

None of them works, i must put the mic 3cm from my mouth and speak loud to be listened clearly.

Using the phone without headphones, i have no problem at all. Using Skype, i have no problem neither.

I have the same issue. Please fix it soon!

I ordered original nexus 4 headphones,  they came next week, I'll test as soon as they arrive, also gonna try EHS60.

This is the research i did last weekend. Got a brand new NExus 4 device, purchased both CTIA head set and OMTP..
There is a subtle difference of + 9 Db gain in CTIA head set vs OMTP (iphone mic headsets)

Please find the snapshots attached..

Also i did the same test with 2 nexus 4 devices , one connected to CTIA and other OMTP, same results were found..

Still with + 9db gain its low for the other person to hear, GOOGLE has to still fix the issue by software update..

For a simple fix , to increase the mic gain during regular phone calls, install the app invoice recorder and there is a setting for external mic gain, it works for me

#81
Cold you please tell me the exact name of app you used to adjust the mic settings?

Ok guys,I have tried Franco kernel for 2 days, seems that the in
 kernel gain control settings its a very good fix, unfortunately it's not free, can find it on play store, people now can hear me.

P.S. Franco kernel has internet bugs

#82 its Incall Recorder, the only issue is that the all the voice calls need to be recorded to activate the increased mic gain.

I want to add my db-values (eg with "noise meter") here. How do I test correctly?

yes me too, also with skype and loudspeaker

google nexus 4 android 4.2.2 Person receieving call can hardly understand me unless on speakerphone or bluetooh headset. what good is a phone without phone calls, please fix!

I have had the same problem using my earlier Galaxy Nexus headphones as well as Apple Earbuds. I need to either talk loud or keep the mic close to my mouth to be audible properly.

I have the same problem on my nexus 4 with or without headset. Any fix available so far?

Nexus 4 and 4.2.2.
The same headset works perfectly on my HTC phone but on the nexus 4 the other party could hardly hear me.
This is also application dependent. With Skype the problem is minimal, with phone call and some other apps nobody can hear me.

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Hi, guys,

I got my Nexus 4 a couple of days ago and discovered the same problem - people could hear me when I used the headset that worked perfectly with my Galaxy Nexus.

I went around a few wireless accessories stores this morning and managed to find a headset that works perfectly with my Nexus 4 (phone calls and all).

I don't know the exact model number, but judging by pictures I found online it is HTC 36H00824-06M.
I was also told that some Sony headsets work well with Nexus 4 too.
There is also a headset Google sells on Google Play specially on Google Play, although I did not try it.

It seems like Nexus 4 is simply incompatible with most generic/Samsung headsets.

Cheers.

Hey guys I've tested iphone, munito and a bunch of skullcandy headhpones. They all worked. When I was a tad bit low on the headphone jacked i fixed that by adding headset gain with the franco.kernel app. You will need the paided version.

It can be found in:
Left Slide out bar > Custom Kernel Settings > Headset gain.

I recommend starting with 2

 I  have franco kernel..I  did  not see  any  change  can  guy pplease  verify  by  noise  meter app. I  dint  see  any  noticeable  sound difference.  in both ctia  and omtp  phones

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OK, finally I got N4 original Headset, I tested them along with cheap EHS60 and original Samsung EHS60, the best are the original Nexus 4 Headset, the original Nexus 4 dont resolve the problem but you can get 90% of voice calls can hear you:

Guys, can I point out. even if you aren't using an earphones mic, and you are using the handset's in conjunction with normal earphones, the mic is ridiculously quiet. you have to shout at the handset for anyone to hear you.

buying different accessories isn't the answer. There are use cases where they arent applicable. The issue just needs fixing.

Please can someone post before and after results of the Franco Kernel tweak as others have requested?

This report applies to a Nexus device, and the issue tracker where you reported it specializes in issues within the Open Source source code of the Android platform.

We are not able to provide support for Nexus devices in this issue tracker. Please use the Google Support site for Nexus help at http://support.google.com/nexus/ or report this issue in the Google Mobile Help Forum at https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!forum/mobile/

@92: You're completely right. I borrowed an identical headset from a friend (also not sure about the exact model, but it seems the one you refer to is spot on), and people I called said they could hear me way better now.

I've already ordered 36H00824-03M model (which is a black version of 36H00824-06M) on the internet. When I test it, I'll confirm (hopefully) that it is the one.

@99 Do you have an update at all on the headphones you were going to try? I am trying to find headphones that work and so far no luck, i have the same problem as everyone else.

The Klipsch S4A(II) on Nexus 4 Android 4.3 also faces this issue.

I too have the same issue :(

I have the same issue. In response to #98, the issue has been reported on the appropriate nexus forum and can be found here:
https://productforums.google.com/d/topic/nexus/dOaR3XxCmxo/discussion

Talked to Google Play support and they issued a RMA for me. Replacement phone is working perfectly with my headset.

Is there any udate to this issue? I just get the replacement with same microphone problem, they offer me an other replacement.

Got the same problem. Hoping kitkat 4.4 will fix this. Anyone seen a official statement from Google anywhere?

Nexus 5 has the same issue! The microphone sensitivity on the headset is too low. Its hard to hear for other person during the call.

Same with my Nexus 5.  If there has been no official statement on the nexus 4, then I don't think there will be about the G5.  I guess it's just a matter of getting just the right G5/G4 with just the right headphones.  sigh, wtf, LG and google.

I'v returned my N5.  I use skype and GrooveIP too much.  Ug, I really wanted to keep the N5.  Gonna try to get a Dev edition MotoX.  I tested that in the store and I know for certain it works fine with my headsets.

#109 You should wait until Friday, November 8th.  :)

https://twitter.com/evleaks/status/397824839357972480

Nexus 5 have the same issue as mentioned earlier.

Comment in this thread, an Google Employee is investigating it seems!
Get his attention!

http://productforums.google.com/forum/#!topic/nexus/DbvPiXcyhi4

I have Nexus 5 British Version D821 and it's so far good than Nexus 4, I could now talking with someone else with Mic, It's not perfect and not loud but other party could hear you clear when mic was near your mouth.
it's more than acceptable in comparison with Nexus 4.

Hi. Sorry for the late reply. I can confirm that 36H00824-03M model works perfectly fine with my Nexus 4. Worked with Android 4.2 and now works with 4.4 as well.

Hi!

If your phone is rooted, you can modify the headset microphone volume in the file /system/etc/mixer_paths.xml (see below).
I've done that on my Nexus 4 and it's working great.

If your phone is not rooted, I've published a patch on android source : https://android-review.googlesource.com/#/c/73711/
Hopefully someone at Google will see it and merge it for the next release => vote/comment it so that it gets attention!


/system/etc/mixer_paths.xml - before modification
=================================================
    <path name="headset-mic">
        <path name="adc2" />
        <ctl name="ADC2 Volume" value="2" />
    </path>

/system/etc/mixer_paths.xml - after modification
================================================
    <path name="headset-mic">
        <path name="adc2" />
        <ctl name="ADC2 Volume" value="2" />
        <ctl name="DEC8 Volume" value="99" />
    </path>

Cheers,
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Steph

Steph's patch fixes this issue. Please commit!

I have a nexus 5 . & I had a nexus 4 before& when I plugged my headphones in it the music sounded amazing but my nexus 5 music is far from loud .. When I listen to my music I can still hear people talking word for word .. Please fix this problem.

I confirm Steph's patch fixes this issue. My headphones are Bose QuietComfort QC20i. Thank you ! This problem was really annoying !