I bought a blue Incipio case and i love it. No bulk at. I have a white att note and i recently got a new sd card. Well when i took off the case i have paint transfer from it just on the battery door. Not a deal breaker but this is the aftermath. I contacted Incipio and they are going to send me new case. Anyone else have a similar problem?
I have a white gnote with the same case and color and do not have this issue
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enzo319 said:
I bought a blue Incipio case and i love it. No bulk at. I have a white att note and i recently got a new sd card. Well when i took off the case i have paint transfer from it just on the battery door. Not a deal breaker but this is the aftermath. I contacted Incipio and they are going to send me new case. Anyone else have a similar problem?
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Same problem along one of my corners. I'll shoot em an email.
SOrry to hear about this issue, hope you will get this fixed before it is too late
I've never had an issue with Incipio. I dig their featherlight cases. Sux that Im not the only one
ouch, thanks for the heads up
Incipio emailed me today and are sending out a grey replacement. Not sure if its just this color blue
took a closer look and i do have paint transfer but it isnt as noticible. I have light blue lights up the back but they came off with a alcohol prep. Used one on the case to take some of the paint off to hopefully help the transfer but it rubbed a little too much off. Noticed the paint coming off on the outside corner as well without using the alcohol prep on it.
Ok so rubbing alcohol took it off the sides and battery door?
Yup but like I said I have ghost armor on it and used a alcohol prep from work. Almost debating on not using a case again because of this
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Just got my Incipio replacement case. Great company.
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Didn't the alcohol mess up the plastics?
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Didn't the alcohol mess up the plastics?
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nope, just took the paint off when rubbing too hard lol
Just got my grey case. No issues. Probably limited just with that color blue.
I have the same issue! Mine might actually be worse. I love the case and color so much though...still incipio seems like a good company. I wouldn't mind getting another feather case from them. Ill shoot them an email as well!
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Is urs blue as well?
Alcohol should do the job. Samsung makes the best plastic. Thats why all of their phones are plastic.
-Once you go NOTE, you'd say 4 inches a Joke
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Is urs blue as well?
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Yea I have the blue one as well. Ill post some pics of the paint transfer when I get the chance
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another thing u can do is fold the back cover of the battery with contact paper and then put the case on it ... it would not transfer paint to the battery cover and it would not scratch it also
So far its only the blue case. I have a gray one now and no problems
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I have been waiting for them to start shipping the Garnet red case, the picture still shows coming soon, but it also shows now shipping. i ordered one yesterday, will be here in a few days.
just some fyi for those waiting/wanting a good red cover
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BD2-HK3HTRZD-GR
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I have been waiting for them to start shipping the Garnet red case, the picture still shows coming soon, but it also shows now shipping. i ordered one yesterday, will be here in a few days.
just some fyi for those waiting/wanting a good red cover
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BD2-HK3HTRZD-GR
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I got the red. I already have the blue combo. I thought the blue looked good. But, damn, this red one. Holy hell it's sexy.
When you get it, would you mind sharing a pic of the screen without the clip cradle? Appreciate it.
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When you get it, would you mind sharing a pic of the screen without the clip cradle? Appreciate it.
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I already got it in today...soooo here you go
If you want an idea of the true color of it, it's very similar to the red accents on the phone. It's just like a matte shimmer, if that makes sense. It looks even better in person, trust me.
EDIT: Oh, and korm, the color is a little darker than our beloved Scarlet, but it looks awesome with a big Double T on the screen
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EDIT: Oh, and korm, the color is a little darker than our beloved Scarlet, but it looks awesome with a big Double T on the screen
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Haha.. That's really all that matters to me. It looks sweet. How's the size and feel? It's not too big is it?
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Haha.. That's really all that matters to me. It looks sweet. How's the size and feel? It's not too big is it?
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I wouldn't say big at all. If you've used the Otterbox Commuter before, it's essentially the same size, just a little more protection. And it hugs the phone reeeeaally well. When I got the blue one, I thought the whole 6-prong thing would cause issues and stretch out. But the plastic is extremely strong and the rubber is thin, but super-high quality. I had to take the blue one off a bunch for battery pulls with all of the flashing I've done in the past few weeks. I was afraid it would start to stretch, but it was perfect every time. I expect nothing less from this red one. It's nice. Probably the first case I would say is actually worth the $30. Don't hesitate; just get it. It's worth it
Has anyone noticed the case does not have those 2 tiny holes in the back of the case? They would be just above the S on the back. Im told those 2 tiny holes in the back cover are for the phones antenna, it is said to help the reception.
Has your reception gone down? Check your -db with the cover on verses off.
that is the only thing I am concerned about, reception is -97db here at the house, yup pretty poor but I dont get any dropped calls, hopefully the cover wont cause problems
Hitch
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Has anyone noticed the case does not have those 2 tiny holes in the back of the case? They would be just above the S on the back. Im told those 2 tiny holes in the back cover are for the phones antenna, it is said to help the reception.
Has your reception gone down? Check your -db with the cover on verses off.
that is the only thing I am concerned about, reception is -97db here at the house, yup pretty poor but I dont get any dropped calls, hopefully the cover wont cause problems
Hitch
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Blocking those holes does nothing to signal. It's all good. Same thing was asked about the Commuter case from Otterbox. You would essentially cover those holes anyway if you hold your phone when you talk.
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Blocking those holes does nothing to signal. It's all good. Same thing was asked about the Commuter case from Otterbox. You would essentially cover those holes anyway if you hold your phone when you talk.
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Im Glad to here that. I noticed the Incipio has those holes in there case.
Thanks
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Just got mine and put it on. Looks 5 stars! Feel, so far 4 stars, which is pretty good since I never use a case. It's surprisingly thin..... I may change my mind when I'm sober, but very impressed..... Sound, 1star, my creeks like a MoFo. I was hoping the case would relieve me of creeks, not amplify them. Hopefully I installed it wrong. Anyone else getting creeks?
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No creeks here, all is good for me
its looks like a glossy finish on the ones I'm seeing in this thread and on seidos site can anyone confirm??
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its looks like a glossy finish on the ones I'm seeing in this thread and on seidos site can anyone confirm??
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does have a shine, not like a high gloss paint finish, more like semi to mat finish
Thanks for the info I'll look for some more pictures around the net
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Thanks for the info I'll look for some more pictures around the net
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I'll take a pic of mine and post here in a few for ya
Here ya go
2012-01-28 09.46.00 by kengod2001, on Flickr
Might be too shiny for me.
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I think this case looks really nice, but I'm concerned about those LTE holes that are covered on the back. I would think that HTC placed those holes there for a reason, and other cases do not block them. Hmm, trying to decide between this case and the Incipio.
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I think this case looks really nice, but I'm concerned about those LTE holes that are covered on the back. I would think that HTC placed those holes there for a reason, and other cases do not block them. Hmm, trying to decide between this case and the Incipio.
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I personally have not seen any difference with the holes covered.
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cbbyers said:
I think this case looks really nice, but I'm concerned about those LTE holes that are covered on the back. I would think that HTC placed those holes there for a reason, and other cases do not block them. Hmm, trying to decide between this case and the Incipio.
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I was worried about that to, I checked my db signal with and without the case on, It made no difference in signal and at my house the signal sux, -95db
It's an amazing case. I like it, except the belt clip has failed after 1 month of use.
Here's a photo of the point of failure. I took the phone out which is usually just clipped on just bit past the side of my hip near the back. And it came out with ease, and upon inspection the clip cracked.
i.imgur.com/Y7siU.jpg
i.imgur.com/kMB4m.jpg
Apparently I can't post the photos in the thread as I am a long time lurker, with 0 posts.
I've emailed Otterbox via their form on their website, and I'll let you know of my experience with them.
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I've emailed Otterbox via their form on their website, and I'll let you know of my experience with them.
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You should have no problems getting a replacement.
They'll send you whole new case.
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Update:
I just got a response immediately ~10mins of sending the email. Requesting proof of ownership. Basically a photo of the case on sheet of paper with my name, and today's date. I complied and emailed the photo back to them.
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That's great the otter box has great support like that! I will be purchasing a defender once I get my evo. Thanks for info!
Anyone in contruction use this case? Im a painter and am around a TOn of dust and such all day. Ive been using a plastic baggie for years to put my phone. Getting a little old LOL. Just wondering if there are alot of access point for dust to get inside? [email protected]
I are in commercial construction and i get a little dust around the the kickstand and speaker opening and cam lens but easy enough to wipe that off. My case keeps the rest looking brand new
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Anyone in contruction use this case? Im a painter and am around a TOn of dust and such all day. Ive been using a plastic baggie for years to put my phone. Getting a little old LOL. Just wondering if there are alot of access point for dust to get inside? [email protected]
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I'm a stone mason, I cut stone on a regular basis....I take my 16 part Defender case off about every other day and clean the dust off of it. So I would say that it doesn't do great, but it doesn't suck in this department either.
I also use my holster because I'm just not a fan of putting this giant case/phone in my pocket, but the problem with that is that if you turn it screen out, well obviously that's just bad....if you turn it screen in, your camera is wide open - I usually end up using a q-tip or a shirt on the end of pen or something to clean the dust off of it.
I'm actually looking for some type of rubber plug of some sort to go over the camera on this defender case - no luck yet.
Overall though, I've dropped this phone in the defender a bunch of times on the worksite - nothing bad yet.
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Anyone in contruction use this case? Im a painter and am around a TOn of dust and such all day. Ive been using a plastic baggie for years to put my phone. Getting a little old LOL. Just wondering if there are alot of access point for dust to get inside? [email protected]
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I'm a mechanic and I work on a lot of dirty cars, and on the weekends when I switch to my tpu case there is very little dirt inside the case. The only place I worry about is the speaker, but no case is gonna cover that.
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I'm a mechanic and I work on a lot of dirty cars, and on the weekends when I switch to my tpu case there is very little dirt inside the case. The only place I worry about is the speaker, but no case is gonna cover that.
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Check out this case, has dust filters over rear speaker and ear piece.
http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-products/kraken-ams-case-htc-evo-4g-lte.aspx
one problem i have with this case is the lil rubber flap that goes over the charge port.. it keep wearing down from opening it and closing it.. after a few months it just falls off.. they already sent me a new outter layer and it just happen again!!! kinda sux... i kno they will send another one put it just a pain in the a$$.. i mite just deal with it being off.. i work around dust sometimes but i put my phone in my backpack anyways..
I gave up on my Otterbox cause of that flap. I finally went with a screen protector and TPU case and I'll probably never go bad to a thick case again. Going thin bought a new found joy in my phone. Also that screen protector on the defender was horrible. I totally forgot how beautiful my screen looks without that horrible screen protector.
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I gave up on my Otterbox cause of that flap. I finally went with a screen protector and TPU case and I'll probably never go bad to a thick case again. Going thin bought a new found joy in my phone. Also that screen protector on the defender was horrible. I totally forgot how beautiful my screen looks without that horrible screen protector.
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ima have to check up that tpu case.. i here alot of good things about that case.. does it come with a belt clip??
I used to use a TPU case and the invisishield HD screen protector. Was a great combo up until I noticed the bottom left corner of aluminum was bent. I was able to straighten it out and just recently ordered the OtterBox Defender and despite the extra bulk I am still happy with it.
I just contacted otterbox for another case replacement today. I have ran thru 3 cases and 2 clips now since June. The little dust flap for the charger port snapped off just from normal use charging once a day at nighttime. Still love the case and am definitely getting my $ worth.
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i dont get it ive had mine as long as everyone else. my charge port cover is fine. no tears. i charge all day in my truck and at night home.
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i dont get it ive had mine as long as everyone else. my charge port cover is fine. no tears. i charge all day in my truck and at night home.
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Idk. This problem has happened twice for me.
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Thanks everyone for the replys. Case should come in today. Knowing me, ill prolly still use the plastic baggy (like I do now with my Commuter casr) so ill report back on how it goes the next couple of days. Thanks again guys
Jon
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My charging port is about to to too....
I wanted to get another different branded tough case - but I hate that most others use that fake kickstand and cover the actual one.
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Check out this case, has dust filters over rear speaker and ear piece.
http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-products/kraken-ams-case-htc-evo-4g-lte.aspx
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Looks pretty sweet, but the wife would kill me if I bought another one. I already have three.
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Great android themed cases for optimus g here,
http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/lg/optimus-g/cruzerlite-androidified-a2-case-for-lg-optimus-g-at-t
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I want a green one lol. I'll have to check out my diztronic one first before I order this one
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2028879
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Just bought a red one thanks
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Just bought a red one thanks
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no problem man i bought a white one with the android on the back pretty sweet
Going to get me a white one and black one. Plan was originally no case cause I sprung for BB's 2 year cover everything but lost or stolen plan
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Cutouts for all ports AND buttons... May have to get one to take advantage of the notifications.
Thx OP!
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Going to get me a white one and black one. Plan was originally no case cause I sprung for BB's 2 year cover everything but lost or stolen plan
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could you post some pictures of them when you get them.... would like to see how the front looks since the web site don't show it THANKS
Ordered a teal one lol
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I ordered a Smoke one on Sunday and it arrived today. It is my first case ever for a phone so I can't comment too much. It seems to fit the well and has a pleasant touch feeling. It is a little more glossy than I expected. There is a slight lip around the front that should protect the screen a little from drops. All of the buttons, ports, microphones, and speaker have cutouts as described so it doesn't impede with the phone usage.
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I ordered a Smoke one on Sunday and it arrived today. It is my first case ever for a phone so I can't comment too much. It seems to fit the well and has a pleasant touch feeling. It is a little more glossy than I expected. There is a slight lip around the front that should protect the screen a little from drops. All of the buttons, ports, microphones, and speaker have cutouts as described so it doesn't impede with the phone usage.
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Does it look like the attached? The images on the site are different from the Sprint and AT&T versions, though when I called Cruzerlite, they said that the cases for AT&T are the translucent material as well. Image is of the Sprint version. I'll buy one anyway, as I am in meetings a lot and would like visibility of the notification light - hoping that I might actually catch the 1 in 30 second light bleep. Thx!
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Does it look like the attached? The images on the site are different from the Sprint and AT&T versions, though when I called Cruzerlite, they said that the cases for AT&T are the translucent material as well. Image is of the Sprint version. I'll buy one anyway, as I am in meetings a lot and would like visibility of the notification light - hoping that I might actually catch the 1 in 30 second light bleep. Thx!
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Yes basically. The hole around the camera and flash is smaller on the actual case, fitting it properly. The other big difference is that the rubber of the android guy is less translucent than the picture shows. You can't see the reflective finish through the android. You can however, see the AT&T logo through it.. You can see the finish through the non-android rubber. The cutouts for the buttons and ports are larger on the actual case. The buttons are recessed behind the case, not sticking out like in the picture. They still are easy to press but it will prevent accidental pushes in your pocket. Also its hard to see in that photo, but the left and right sides are ribbed and colored like the android.
I think that picture is a photoshop.
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Yes basically. The hole around the camera and flash is smaller on the actual case, fitting it properly. The other big difference is that the rubber of the android guy is less translucent than the picture shows. You can't see the reflective finish through the android. You can however, see the AT&T logo through it.. You can see the finish through the non-android rubber. The cutouts for the buttons and ports are larger on the actual case. The buttons are recessed behind the case, not sticking out like in the picture. They still are easy to press but it will prevent accidental pushes in your pocket. Also its hard to see in that photo, but the left and right sides are ribbed and colored like the android.
I think that picture is a photoshop.
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I appreciate the feedback and detail, Patsfan (go Pats - lived up there '76-'80)! The Diztronic case I have is great, though thought I'd pick up one of these to try out and have for a backup. The images for the AT&T version all look to be solid colors without any translucency. The person on the phone said they were, but she wasn't convincing.
Yes go Pats! I will try to take a picture but the only other camera I have is a nexus one. I also have a Diztronic case on order from Amazon.. Just waiting for it to ship.
Use redemption code "XDA" for a discount / Total with shipping: $14.10 as long as they are still on sale for $12.90.
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I want a green one lol. I'll have to check out my diztronic one first before I order this one
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got my Diztronic saturday, its one of the nicest cases I've ever had, for any phone including my old iPhones.
I got the clear cruzerlite to try, after having gone caseless for a while and also trying one of the inexpensive HR wireless hard cases for a few weeks. I like it.
I want to add as little bulk as possible so I like the size of the cruzerlite. Especially compared to the HR wireless's huge lip around the front. I don't use a screen protector but the front lip wraps around so little that I don't think it would interfere with one. The texture of the android guy and the sides is nice.
I originally wrote that the fit wasn't great. It seemed to be offset to one side. I have since pulled the case of and put it back on starting with the other side, and it is nearly perfect now. The only real downside about the appearance, to me, is the way the material sticks to the glass back in spots (like a static window cling). But that's really minimal.
They're buy 2 get 1 free at Amazon but I only got the one (and bought some other stuff with it so shipping was free).
Bought the Black and Green one off of Amazon with Prime Shipping. That and my phone arrive Thursday.
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sucking price!
I bought this after using the Diztronic for a month. Made the phone feel more like the svelte hardware it should be, rather than a block. Protection does not deem to have suffered either.
I buffed my shine off with fine steel wool (grade 00) , then buffed it over a final time with ultra fine steel wool (grade 0000). It's available at any Home Depot. It leaves you with a slick matte finish, no gloss, no excessive fingerprints.
I removed my back cover to do this, but its not necessary. It's actually quite easy to remove, almost like a removable back cover. I just pushed my fingernail in and got a gap, then proceeded around the edges popping each clip as I went... Alternatively you could just put tape on your camera lense to avoid scratching it.
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I buffed my shine off with fine steel wool (grade 00) , then buffed it over a final time with ultra fine steel wool (grade 0000). It's available at any Home Depot. It leaves you with a slick matte finish, no gloss, no excessive fingerprints.
I removed my back cover to do this, but its not necessary. It's actually quite easy to remove, almost like a removable back cover. I just pushed my fingernail in and got a gap, then proceeded around the edges popping each clip as I went... Alternatively you could just put tape on your camera lense to avoid scratching it.
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Do you have any pictures of the finished product? I'm curious.
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Do you have any pictures of the finished product? I'm curious.
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I'd love to see pictures of this as well, I just put on a slim flexible case and looks much better.
Pics
pics! sounds sweet
Pics or it didn't happen
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Wouldn't doing this mess up the screen printed logos on the back cover?
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pics pics pics pics pics pics
Hope this isn't a tease.... POIDH.
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I will post pics in a while. At work with no other camera ATM.
Remove cover n take pic
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Remove cover n take pic
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Was gonna say the same.
Very interested to see the end results!
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Sorry, I have my old GS3, so not great pics. I set it at 640x480 to avoid too large files. They do show its lighter, a charcoal color now vs. the original black and you can see its now matte and not shiney. A few small scratches at there, that I still need to rub out with the ultra fine steel wool.
Set 2 - new account here and it wont let me post more than once every 5 mins.
If I had thought about it, I would have done this with my S3 over a year ago... HATE THE SHINE...
The big take here, other than you can smack the shine off with steel wool, is that the back cover is easily removable, so I would assume 3rd party replacements with real soft touch back covers are a real possibility. I hate to have a case, but a new back cover with soft touch plastic ala Nexus 7 (either rubbery like '12 or soft like '13) would make this phone perfect... Whoot!
That looks pretty nice. It even removed Verizon's crap.
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That looks pretty nice. It even removed Verizon's crap.
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Yes, I shed a little tear for that... heheh . Too bad I cant steel wool the Verizon logo off the front without making it look like crap.
Looks great. only thing I am concerned for is the design under the gloss of the ATT version. I am pretty sure the rear panels differ between carrier. I just ordered the Spigen Slim Armor...if I don't like the case, I will give this a go.
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If I had thought about it, I would have done this with my S3 over a year ago... HATE THE SHINE...
The big take here, other than you can smack the shine off with steel wool, is that the back cover is easily removable, so I would assume 3rd party replacements with real soft touch back covers are a real possibility. I hate to have a case, but a new back cover with soft touch plastic ala Nexus 7 (either rubbery like '12 or soft like '13) would make this phone perfect... Whoot!
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Spray Plasti-dip....
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I bought this white back for the phone to see what i could do with it. I took the letters off because they were not stuck on there good. They came off with a dust can.
Decided to paint it a sliver color to match the frame as close as possible. I hand painted the inside of the letters black. I don't know what to do about the "M" yet, if i'm going to put one on there or not. Maybe something else, idk.
This is what I have so far. It looks like it has a brushed look to it. After I painted it, I scuffed it with a dish scrubber to give it that look.
Last thing I do, will be spray a satin clear.
That thread title though.
Looks good.
I thought I was on p&*#hub for a second...
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I thought I was on p&*#hub for a second...
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lol
You should think about selling one, I wouldn't mind paying for it! It looks awesome!
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You should think about selling one, I wouldn't mind paying for it! It looks awesome!
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I'm going to see how this one holds up first. I have some ideas for other covers lol
just cleared it a bit ago. ended up using a matte clear. just going to let it dry really good and maybe polish it a lil before installing it.
looks pretty good
Would be nice to see it on your phone!
I like it
I just got around to installing it.
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Looks great
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I just got around to installing it.
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I'd buy one from you if you decide to sell it
Definitely a cool option to have something unique like that.
This does look cool. But I wonder what kind of spray paint you used and even more importantly what kind of clear coat are you going to use to withstand bending? When one removes and puts back on one has to bend this cover a bit and I'm not sure how well will paint and coat withstand this?
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This does look cool. But I wonder what kind of spray paint you used and even more importantly what kind of clear coat are you going to use to withstand bending? When one removes and puts back on one has to bend this cover a bit and I'm not sure how well will paint and coat withstand this?
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I used rust-o-leum paint and clear. I'm not worried about the bending. I'm taking this one off in the next few days.
I started another one with a different silver. I wont be reusing the current one.
FYI they make paint for plastic (bendable) it's mostly for bumpers on cars
I took the cover off earlier and the paint held up very well, i didnt bend the cover a whole lot to begin... i wasnt going to use it again so i decided it to test how much bend it would take and i had to bend it a lot in order for the paint to wrinkle.
I tried doing something similar for my daughter that got bored by the same old phone sleeve/case that was partially clearly transparent and partially frosted look.
I decided to paint the frosted part using RAL 9005 matte black spray paint. I haven't clear coated it yet as it was just an experiment. If it turns out to be ok I may coast it using some not so rigid coat to avoid cracking due to the rubbery nature of this sleeve.
She likes the end result. Me too. Unfortunately I'm not able to add images to my posts (haven't posted enough posts to XDA - apparently)
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How did you stick the back cover back on?
I'm curious to know what you used to stick the cover on with.
The reason I ask is that my first Nexus 6 came with the cover unstuck right out of the box. I returned it (partly because I was worried that the battery may have swelled) but I'd be interested to know how hard it would have been to stick the cover back down again.
lotus49 said:
I'm curious to know what you used to stick the cover on with.
The reason I ask is that my first Nexus 6 came with the cover unstuck right out of the box. I returned it (partly because I was worried that the battery may have swelled) but I'd be interested to know how hard it would have been to stick the cover back down again.
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Uuhm... i had thought the idea of seeing more than one back cover in some of the more recent photo's would have indicated it... but also in the first post he says he bought a white back cover a while ago to see what he could do with it. He didn't remove and replace the same back cover. Pretty sure that's NOT possible due to the adhesive... or at least risks the ability to put it back on firmly and smoothly.