Well, right now I have the T-Mobile MyTouch 4G.... My wife and I went into a T-Mobile store today and they informed us of a new plan they had that would save us about $100 a month. So, me, being the person I am, asks if the new plan will mess up my upgrade for my phone.... And lucky me.... Instead of waiting another 8 months for an upgrade, the new plan will actually allow me to upgrade then
So, long story not so short...
I am debating between the Samsung Galaxy S2, OR the HTC Amaze.... I was just curious as to why, if you already own the Amaze, you would or would not suggest it to someone? Thanks for any input in advance!
It's an all around badass phone. GSII is plastic TW crap.
Realistically, is the Amaze a lot more durable? Also, I have read quite a bit about something called, 'Screen Bleed'... Do you have a problem with that at all?
It is way more sturdy than any Samsung device. There is a thread about screen bleed .
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little screen bleed but its a awesome phone get it
Yeah. I read the thread on the screen bleed.. I was just seeing if you had personally had an issue with it....
And what are other small things that you like about the phone?
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Yeah. I read the thread on the screen bleed.. I was just seeing if you had personally had an issue with it....
And what are other small things that you like about the phone?
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In my opinion the screen bleed issue is blown out of proportion. There is some screen bleed but it is only noticeable on a dark screen. For watching movies which may have dark scenes I use mVideoPlayer which turns off the backlit buttons. It has never been an issue for me.
marleyfan61 said:
In my opinion the screen bleed issue is blown out of proportion. There is some screen bleed but it is only noticeable on a dark screen. For watching movies which may have dark scenes I use mVideoPlayer which turns off the backlit buttons. It has never been an issue for me.
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I don't think it would be a big ESL for me too... I have never had a phone with buttons like that, but i hardly ever have the screen at full brightness either... am I right to imagine when you dim the backlight it also dims the menu keys? If not, I still don't think it will be that big of a problem
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UntamedDeviance said:
Well, right now I have the T-Mobile MyTouch 4G.... My wife and I went into a T-Mobile store today and they informed us of a new plan they had that would save us about $100 a month. So, me, being the person I am, asks if the new plan will mess up my upgrade for my phone.... And lucky me.... Instead of waiting another 8 months for an upgrade, the new plan will actually allow me to upgrade then
So, long story not so short...
I am debating between the Samsung Galaxy S2, OR the HTC Amaze.... I was just curious as to why, if you already own the Amaze, you would or would not suggest it to someone? Thanks for any input in advance!
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Only one developer here. Keep moving this is not your stop.
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It makes me wonder if I should get this unit now. I guess I'll hold on. Although I hate Samsung.
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You have the SGSII?
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You have the SGSII?
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Yes I do...I don't like it. I am used to HTC sense.
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ljwnow said:
It makes me wonder if I should get this unit now. I guess I'll hold on. Although I hate Samsung.
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Be patient. It's not easy to out-smart HTC. We can get temp root. That's easy! But the thing keeps rooting itself when we reboot. It's not permaroot but it's a start. Just coming from a Vibrant, I'm glad that I made the switch to HTC! Even without root this phone is much better to use in my opinion.
It took over two months to get S-Off for the Sensation.
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It makes me wonder if I should get this unit now. I guess I'll hold on. Although I hate Samsung.
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Just have patience. The devs are working extra hard to root this phone. Its like HTC loves to challenge the devs by making their devices harder to crack than normal.
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ljwnow said:
Yes I do...I don't like it. I am used to HTC sense.
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As others have said, be patient.
Recently, HTC has made their devices hard nuts to crack, but every one of them has been cracked.
I had a Vibrant and seriously considered getting the SGS2, even after I swore I would never buy another Samsung phone, because of the GPS and update debacles. I went into the T-Mobile store to play with both, first I grabbed the SGS2 and played with it for a while. The first thing that I thought was, "Ok, this is a bigger, faster Vibrant. I don't really want another Vibrant".
Then I picked up the Amaze, and the first thing I thought was, "Holy crap! This thing is beautiful!". After going back and forth between the 2 for about 10 minutes, it was clear to me, that the Amaze was just a higher quality device. It is going on a week of me having it and I have absolutely no regrets.
Sure I'm disappointed that wifi calling isn't supported yet, and that they are starting to play games with wireless tether, but those things are software, which means they can be changed/fixed. What cannot be changed is hardware. The aluminum case of the Amaze feels and looks wonderful. I know there are a lot people gripping about aspects of the screen, but I think it is excellent. Anyone that is surprised that the AMOLED display is a little better than the SLCD, hasn't been paying attention over the last year or so. Just because it's a little better, doesn't mean the SLCD is bad. Because it is bigger than the Amaze screen but has the same resolution, the pros and cons of it pretty much cancel each other out, in my opinion.
Root and S-OFF will come.
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As others have said, be patient.
Recently, HTC has made their devices hard nuts to crack, but every one of them has been cracked.
I had a Vibrant and seriously considered getting the SGS2, even after I swore I would never buy another Samsung phone, because of the GPS and update debacles. I went into the T-Mobile store to play with both, first I grabbed the SGS2 and played with it for a while. The first thing that I thought was, "Ok, this is a bigger, faster Vibrant. I don't really want another Vibrant".
Then I picked up the Amaze, and the first thing I thought was, "Holy crap! This thing is beautiful!". After going back and forth between the 2 for about 10 minutes, it was clear to me, that the Amaze was just a higher quality device. It is going on a week of me having it and I have absolutely no regrets.
Sure I'm disappointed that wifi calling isn't supported yet, and that they are starting to play games with wireless tether, but those things are software, which means they can be changed/fixed. What cannot be changed is hardware. The aluminum case of the Amaze feels and looks wonderful. I know there are a lot people gripping about aspects of the screen, but I think it is excellent. Anyone that is surprised that the AMOLED display is a little better than the SLCD, hasn't been paying attention over the last year or so. Just because it's a little better, doesn't mean the SLCD is bad. Because it is bigger than the Amaze screen but has the same resolution, the pros and cons of it pretty much cancel each other out, in my opinion.
Root and S-OFF will come.
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This was definitely well written. Patience is KEY guys. I'm sure the devs won't let you down. Make sure you buy them a cold one or a hot one (Coffee) when its all said and done.
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I know there are a lot people gripping about aspects of the screen, but I think it is excellent. Anyone that is surprised that the AMOLED display is a little better than the SLCD, hasn't been paying attention over the last year or so. Just because it's a little better, doesn't mean the SLCD is bad. Because it is bigger than the Amaze screen but has the same resolution, the pros and cons of it pretty much cancel each other out, in my opinion.
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The Amaze has qHD display, not SLCD.
ljwnow said:
It makes me wonder if I should get this unit now. I guess I'll hold on. Although I hate Samsung.
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Get the Amaze, this phone really needs Nothing More
Feels Good, Looks Good, Great screen and Fast, no lag
I will root and S-Off simply to remove bloat and be able to install some root apps. This is one Fast, Smooth device.
S-Off comes when it comes, the bloat has no effect, just have no use for all that stuff, and want the icons outta here
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I think the frustration comes with how HTC positioned themselves as providing a tool to completely unlock the device which was just careful word play...
I have faith, but just not as much patience.
Willieumm said:
The Amaze has qHD display, not SLCD.
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qHD = resolution (960x540)
SLCD = display technology (super LCD)
What worries me is the development section looks quite scarce compared to the Evo 3D or even the sgs2. It's hard to have faith in the developers when there are so very few that have come out and said they have an Amaze.
I have one that was given to me S-off!!! I am NOT joking and very serious... I put my stock att sim in it and it came right up and worked perfect. I can send a pic of it if need be? How do I take a picture of the current screen with the camera?
there is a way, I accidently took pictures of my phone like 4 times so far.. and haven't read how to..
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I have one that was given to me S-off!!! I am NOT joking and very serious... I put my stock att sim in it and it came right up and worked perfect. I can send a pic of it if need be? How do I take a picture of the current screen with the camera?
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djtenox said:
there is a way, I accidently took pictures of my phone like 4 times so far.. and haven't read how to..
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Press and hold the power button then (before the shutdown menu comes up) hit the home button.
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Press and hold the power button then (before the shutdown menu comes up) hit the home button.
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Well I'll be damned...it worked.
I didn't know you could do that. Then again, I haven't had an HTC device since my G1, so I've never used Sense before.
OuncE718 said:
Just have patience. The devs are working extra hard to root this phone. Its like HTC loves to challenge the devs by making their devices harder to crack than normal.
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Yes...This process was fast in the old days.
da9b16 said:
I have one that was given to me S-off!!! I am NOT joking and very serious... I put my stock att sim in it and it came right up and worked perfect. I can send a pic of it if need be? How do I take a picture of the current screen with the camera?
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You got some luck. Factory unlocked and S-off...that's really good.
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What worries me is the development section looks quite scarce compared to the Evo 3D or even the sgs2. It's hard to have faith in the developers when there are so very few that have come out and said they have an Amaze.
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probably this device is not that popular. this is so little changes...
I'm switching to Sprint in a couple of days and I've been eyeballing the Evo 3D. I'm a huge fan of HTC (I currently have the Aria) and HTC Sense. My friend works at Sprint and he can hook me up with a phone. I asked him if he could get me the 3D and he said yeah but there are problems with it. He recommended the Galaxy S2 but Idk. Do you guys have problems with your Evo 3D? And I don't mean battery problems
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I'm switching to Sprint in a couple of days and I've been eyeballing the Evo 3D. I'm a huge fan of HTC (I currently have the Aria) and HTC Sense. My friend works at Sprint and he can hook me up with a phone. I asked him if he could get me the 3D and he said yeah but there are problems with it. He recommended the Galaxy S2 but Idk. Do you guys have problems with your Evo 3D? And I don't mean battery problems
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As with any phone some will have issues while other won't. i have had mine since end of July with Zero issues. I am rooted and running CleanROM. Definitely recommend rooting it and flashing CleanROM. Very fast and stable ROM that has the look and feel of stock with great battery life. I get 24 hours with light to moderate use and 12+ hours with moderate to heavy. It is worth checking out.
It is up to you, but I say go for the 3D!
No problems here. Ur friend doesnt really do his homework. U will never own a problem free phone but ths sg2 is far from it.
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I've been hearing the reverse. Between the Samsung Epic 4G touch (Samsung Galaxy SII) and the HTC Evo 3D, the Samsung has much more benefits...also the 4.5 inch display is really attractive. If I had the option, I would definitely switch over to the Samsung. However, since you're posting here, I think the development community is much more active with the Evo3D...basically meaning more options. Also I've heard Samsung is bad with rolling out updates.
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I've been hearing the reverse. Between the Samsung Epic 4G touch (Samsung Galaxy SII) and the HTC Evo 3D, the Samsung has much more benefits...also the 4.5 inch display is really attractive. If I had the option, I would definitely switch over to the Samsung. However, since you're posting here, I think the development community is much more active with the Evo3D...basically meaning more options. Also I've heard Samsung is bad with rolling out updates.
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Yeah I know the screen is Super AMOLED but I looked in the S2s forum and there isn't a HTC Sense ROM out and I don't think they plan on releasing one anytime soon. I'm just getting the Evo 3D because it runs HTC Sense and is faster than the Evo 4G. I really don't care for the 3D part
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The SG2 is a faster more up-to-date device. Its screen seems to be very popular among most because of it's high-contrast AMOLED tech; even though it is lower resolution than the 3D's. I'm honestly not sure what the dev scene for it looks like... because, well, I don't have it so I haven't ever really looked at it.
I personally chose the 3D because I like the 3D feature (gimmicky as it may be it is pretty dang awesome) and, more importantly, I like HTC's build quality and design.
As for my choice; I've been through three Evo 3Ds, the first had a cluster of dead pixels, the second rebooted and had some major light leakage problems, and the third had (and is building up more and more) dust inside of its screen. My third replacement should be coming within the next couple of days so we shall see what #4 has in store for me.
As for bugs in the SG2; I've heard horror stories of LOS problems and some issues w/ the battery life but I'm no expert, I say do a little bit more research on each phone before you make your choice.
P.S.: You will never find a "perfect" phone. They all have their pros and cons, it all comes down to your preference in the end.
Edit: Oh, btw, you'll never see a Sense ROM for the SG2; their code is not open-source so only HTC can use it.
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The SG2 is a faster more up-to-date device. Its screen seems to be very popular among most because of it's high-contrast AMOLED tech; even though it is lower resolution than the 3D's. I'm honestly not sure what the dev scene for it looks like... because, well, I don't have it so I haven't ever really looked at it.
I personally chose the 3D because I like the 3D feature (gimmicky as it may be it is pretty dang awesome) and, more importantly, I like HTC's build quality and design.
As for my choice; I've been through three Evo 3Ds, the first had a cluster of dead pixels, the second rebooted and had some major light leakage problems, and the third had (and is building up more and more) dust inside of its screen. My third replacement should be coming within the next couple of days so we shall see what #4 has in store for me.
As for bugs in the SG2; I've heard horror stories of LOS problems and some issues w/ the battery life but I'm no expert, I say do a little bit more research on each phone before you make your choice.
P.S.: You will never find a "perfect" phone. They all have their pros and cons, it all comes down to your preference in the end.
Edit: Oh, btw, you'll never see a Sense ROM for the SG2; their code is not open-source so only HTC can use it.
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Thanks for clearing that up! So I'll just do a little more research on that. But I'm still leaning towards the Evo because I'm not a fan of TouchWiz. But I really do like how slim the S2 is. And its screen
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No mayor issues, the phone is really awesome and fast! but If I had the change to pick again, I go for the Samsung since is more new!
Sprint sucks ass! Don't switch you'll regret it, I did.
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envioustitan08 said:
Sprint sucks ass! Don't switch you'll regret it, I did.
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He is not asking about sprint, he is asking about the phone. This the the second thread that I saw you posted in saying the same thing but you didn't give a reason why.
Back on topic, i think besides a couple of design flaws like light leakage and some people complaining about a crooked screen, the evo 3d is awesome. If I had the choice, i would get the 3d again with all of the software issues that the sg2 is having (los).
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He is not asking about sprint, he is asking about the phone. This the the second thread that I saw you posted in saying the same thing but you didn't give a reason why.
Back on topic, i think besides a couple of design flaws like light leakage and some people complaining about a crooked screen, the evo 3d is awesome. If I had the choice, i would get the 3d again with all of the software issues that the sg2 is having (los).
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What's a light leakage and is it something that would make me not want the phone? I just want it because it's the fastest phone that uses HTC Sense. Unless the TouchWiz UI is better?
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syed239 said:
What's a light leakage and is it something that would make me not want the phone? I just want it because it's the fastest phone that uses HTC Sense. Unless the TouchWiz UI is better?
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In the dark, you might see some light seeping through the crack between the screen and bezel or the backlight might bleed onto the screen from the sides. Google light leakage phones for examples.
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I personally dont consider light leakage a problem. Doesnt effect the performance of the phone.
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I found this online I beileve this is a prototype of the amaze. but as you can see there are no bleeds from the buttons on the buttom of the phone....wonder if they had to change things around causing this issue.
http://mobyfiles.com/blog/2011/09/htc-rubyamaze-4g-most-powerful-android-yet/
yes, it does look like the Amaze, but we get 10 GB internal not 16.
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yes, it does look like the Amaze, but we get 10 GB internal not 16.
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Well that and even on the black version there is still a silverish trim around the glass screen. In the picture it appears to be all black.
Binary , he might have a case on the device or that's a unfinished prototype .
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Binary , he might have a case on the device or that's a unfinished prototype .
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Perhaps but that picture was taken prior to it's release. I doubt that it's a case for two reasons...
What cases were available prior to the release of the phone? Cases are just now coming out and look nothing like that.
I doubt that anyone showing off a phone would prevent potential investors or customers from seeing the entire phone (in the nude so to speak)
So with that said... why would they purposely create the screen bleed issue?
yeah thats some early version of our device,
though the lack of screen bleed doesnt surprise me considering when at near-max brightness its not noticeable
To be honest I love the Amaze as it is and I am AMAZE at the quality and build...I came from a regular HTC Desire that I still love and Mod...
We need Guardian Bob from the captivate forum to hook us up with a version of his keep the lights on app. It allows you to turn the button lights off also. It would be great if one of the devs could cook up a rom with something of that nature in it. I tried using it on my amaze that I just got today but it only works on Samsung devices.
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We need Guardian Bob from the captivate forum to hook us up with a version of his keep the lights on app. It allows you to turn the button lights off also. It would be great if one of the devs could cook up a rom with something of that nature in it. I tried using it on my amaze that I just got today but it only works on Samsung devices.
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Screen filter perhaps?
Pardon me guys, but what exactly is screen bleed? Is it when the 4 capacitive soft keys are lit and you can see the light on the side of the phone? Thank you...
Capitan Totti said:
Pardon me guys, but what exactly is screen bleed? Is it when the 4 capacitive soft keys are lit and you can see the light on the side of the phone? Thank you...
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Pretty much. On the amaze 4g you can see the light from the capacitive buttons on the bottom of the main screen.
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Capitan Totti said:
Pardon me guys, but what exactly is screen bleed? Is it when the 4 capacitive soft keys are lit and you can see the light on the side of the phone? Thank you...
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This should help:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1300124&highlight=screen+bleed
Check the pictures and read the fixes.
Yeah so the same thing I said. Thanks.
What about the whole dust under the screen thing? Is it really that bad or is it just people exaggerating things as always...
Capitan Totti said:
Yeah so the same thing I said. Thanks.
What about the whole dust under the screen thing? Is it really that bad or is it just people exaggerating things as always...
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No dust under the Amaze.
TheSneakerWhore said:
No dust under the Amaze.
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But are you trolling me?
So, the whole dust under the screen issue is made by SGSII haters?
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But are you trolling me?
So, the whole dust under the screen issue is made by SGSII haters?
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No dust here
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No dust here
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What's confusing... I read some people saying that it collects dust under the screen. They were mostly sgs2 owners.
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Haha
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maybe I'll believe when I see pictures but no dust on mine. The build of this phone is more than that of gs2.
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Some Sensations owners had the dust under the screen issue. As some Sensation owners migrated/upgraded to the Amaze ( myself included) that may be another place the mention of dust may have originated ( Just to clarify my Sensation DID NOT suffer from dust under the screen) also SGSII owners may be haters and.... haters gonna hate, lol.
It's a tablet dammit! Not a BIG phone....
I just noticed when my display is off or when the phone is off, I have lines in the LCD. Is it me or do you have it as well? May swap it out if it is only me.
Not just you. I have no clue what they are though.
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Me too man
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Same here. I noticed when the tmobile sales rep handed it to me. Even the tmobile sales rep amaze had those lines.
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So does the g2x
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hasoon2000 said:
I just noticed when my display is off or when the phone is off, I have lines in the LCD. Is it me or do you have it as well? May swap it out if it is only me.
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People those lines are the touchscreen matrix. Nothing wrong with them.
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Most of the new devices have those lines.I remember when I first got my Atrix it was the same thing.
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Its what registers your finger press, those are the bio-electric sensors
I didn't notice it with my first Amaze, but it really sticks out on this one. I am doing a warranty exchange on it.
doubt youll see any difference,
It "sticks out" because you know its there. I have sold a ton of them and have yet to see any that "stuck out"
I don't see any lines. Or am I not looking hard enough. lol
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I don't see any lines. Or am I not looking hard enough. lol
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You see them on sunlight when screen is off
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its the digitizer.
not a big issue if the screen isn't on imho.
I noticed it the first day I got my Amaze and thought it was a bit odd (my old Galaxy S didn't have these lines, they're the first I've seen on a touch screen phone actually) and until you brought it up today I've pretty much forgotten about them
It sticks out for me. I'm just gonna have it swapped out for a new one just to be on the safe side.
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hasoon2000 said:
It sticks out for me. I'm just gonna have it swapped out for a new one just to be on the safe side.
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Really??
You might wanna swap your car out for a new one too, since the engine makes a noise when it's on...
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Really??
You might wanna swap your car out for a new one too, since the engine makes a noise when it's on...
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I have a brother who's a mechanic so I have that taken care of. T-Mobile sends it out with no charge so I can care less. Jacka$$.
I noticed that the lines stick out very hard when it is cold outside.
I called T-Mobile and they sent me a replacement yesterday.
With my luck, the replacement was water damaged.
I called them and told them and I received the new one today. So far it is looking good!
i notice them too. it is normal. however, i see scratches only when i fog up the screen. I believe it is the coating getting the scratches.
Ok so I've got a weird screen imperfection, it's an inch long thin lightening bolt shaped mark near the top center of the screen. It's only really visible with light blacks and greys, (and that's if your really looking for it). It's like after you shake an etch-a-sketch and you can still see a little of the line left over. Anybody else notice anything like this? I paid for this phone outright to keep my data and am unlocked and running cleanrom. I would hate to get a refurb and go through all the trouble of restoring this one and unlocking another. What would you do, live with it or get a refurb?
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Ok so I've got a weird screen imperfection, it's an inch long thin lightening bolt shaped mark near the top center of the screen. It's only really visible with light blacks and greys, (and that's if your really looking for it). It's like after you shake an etch-a-sketch and you can still see a little of the line left over. Anybody else notice anything like this? I paid for this phone outright to keep my data and am unlocked and running cleanrom. I would hate to get a refurb and go through all the trouble of restoring this one and unlocking another. What would you do, live with it or get a refurb?
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Welcome to AMOLED screens. Well known issue. Sometimes they are splotches too. Just Google it and you will find matches galore. If you switch it out you could get a worse one or a better one. Hard to say. I've got one tiny mark on mine towards the top middle. My GSIII had 3 huge splotches near the bottom.
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However, for the number of these phones that are out in the world, the percentages are very low that you will see it again.
Return it if it bothers you.
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My S3 had splotches all over the screen that ruined viewing it at night, but my Note 2 is pretty much perfect. I say take it back and see if you have better luck this time.
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Thanks for the info, I had no idea that was an issue with this display tech. I love this phone so much I was willing to try to ignore it or say hey it makes the phone uniquely mine but I do hate that my phone is a little less perfect lol.
I guess I'm going to stop by Verizon and see what they say, if they offer me a refurb I think I'll just keep what I have. If somehow I can get a new one maybe I'll ask for the grey instead of white this time? Dam, if I do that then the iPhone owners I regularly crap on will be able to talk crap about my less than perfect android LOL.
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