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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Dugall12 said:
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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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.
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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.
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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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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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This is my third note. And just like my previous one, a area on the screen (bottom right corner) has formed were the touch is less responsive and it has a different texture. I don't think that this is a residue but rather a burn or maybe something has rubbed off. Again, this is the second time this has happened and in the same exact place. Any help on what I should do would be appreciated.
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What case are you using, where do you keep your phone, if this is the second phone to do this then something is going on on your end, I'm just curious as to what do we can eliminate causes
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I'm on my second Note and I've had the same problem on both. The middle-left part of the screen is covered in dead pixels & scratches. I'm honestly not sure how, I've got the iVisor AG screen protector (peice of crap, falls off after a day of distorting your screen) and the Flip Cover so scratching should NOT be happening. I love the phones performance, but damn if it doesn't have hardware issues.
Worst part is ATT has refused to replace it because it still works. If I run a "Premium Bike Shop" and I sell you some rusty POS unicycle that instead of a seat has a rhyno horn sticking straight up I'm going to replace it for what you paid for. I'm not going to say "Well that tires still spin, don't they?"
Magnet
Does your flip cover have a magnetic catch? If so, is the magnet located just about the bad area on the screen?
I baby my phone. Definitely not any fault on my end.
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Small claims court is a beautiful thing.
Sue AT&T for the cost of a new phone, the ~$36 filing fee, any lost wages (for time spent both filing and the day you will spend in court) and a small amount extra for your time (the usual standard is to add the amount your income 'lost' for the time you spent in court & filing AGAIN to the total). You could also add a couple of extra hours of your normal working wage for the time you spent preparing the case as well.
In the long run, if you loose, all youve lost is ~$36 and one day worth of wages but if you win, AT&T will be forced to replace the cost of the phone and hopefully be penalized extra in the process.
Oh, and the 'cost of the phone' bit is if you were to buy it OFF contract because you wont be able to buy it ON contract since you already 'have' a contract.
Bring plenty of documentation proving your returns, the reason for the returns and evidence that this is happening to other people. Your AT&T contract probably isnt a bad idea to bring as well.
Ok I'm not going to sue anyone. I still have a one year warranty right? So that should take care of me for now. And if I am lucky maybe they will exchange one right then and there at the store. The thing that bothers me the most is that what if this happens again? Is it some sort of design flaw? Or did I really just get unlucky twice in a row.
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Ok I'm not going to sue anyone. I still have a one year warranty right? So that should take care of me for now. And if I am lucky maybe they will exchange one right then and there at the store. The thing that bothers me the most is that what if this happens again? Is it some sort of design flaw? Or did I really just get unlucky twice in a row.
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Well I got 2 notes about 3 weeks ago and no issues yet... But I know Samsung have issues sometimes because I returned like 8 galaxy tabs 10.1 because of the oil slick issue on screen... Finally settled for the AT&T 8.9 galaxy version...
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I have had this one about 6 weeks before I noticed the problem. Same with the other note. Hopefully att wont be a holes about it and actually help me out. I don't enjoy forking over 300+ dollars for a device that doesn't work correctly.
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I downloaded touch test and saw a small less responsive area on the bottom right corner. Question why does the pen touch look 100x less laggy in that app than when actually using it for memos drawing etc...
I'm hoping for better for better s pen response in the future. Or should I stop hoping?
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Don't worry guys i work at att and I've been told that we are having a system update soon with the ics update that should fix most of these issue.
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Don't worry guys i work at att and I've been told that we are having a system update soon with the ics update that should fix most of these issue.
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I'm talking about a physical issue with the screen. Not a software problem. It would be nice to know if att stores are acknowledging this screen problem. It seems like after a certain period of time something weres off in the lower right corner. BTW the area is about the size of a half dollar except its oval shaped.
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I'm talking about a physical issue with the screen. Not a software problem. It would be nice to know if att stores are acknowledging this screen problem. It seems like after a certain period of time something weres off in the lower right corner. BTW the area is about the size of a half dollar except its oval shaped.
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Is this an area that you swipe frequently? I.e. Your finger has actually worn the screen.
This has happened to me on a few phones
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No I touch this area this least out of all
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I Just exchange my note due to the camera problems and then the new note I have is having same issue with the screen the same corner. not as big as a half dollar for me
But still notable compared to the other corners. Now I tested this on my old 4 day old note and my new one.
For now the issue isn't a problem for me since its the very corner. But if what the other person was saying about the screen degrading over time this could worry me.
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Pics?
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Yes maybe a picture would help to clarify these unanswered questions we have as a community. Maybe a pic of where it is occurring...thanx
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Tooling around XDA, I checked out the HTC One X forum - Beautiful device, but
First thing is I found there is a WiFi and general signal strength issue, BUT... that ain't all, check out what it takes to open that bastard, must see .... take a couple minutes and watch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=_jZ-nelmWAI#!
Freakin' Amazing
seems like HTC build quality is lacking as of late
HTC build quality is always lacking. HTC light bleed, flash leaking, squeaky chassis (remedied with a piece of microfibre behind the battery
HTC seems to get so close to greatness, but misses the target. Light bleed, cover that does not fit as tightly as it should and creaks, weak wifi. Don't get me wrong I love my Amaze, it's a far better device than the S2, just wish HTC would hit one out of the park.
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zPacKRat said:
HTC seems to get so close to greatness, but misses the target. Light bleed, cover that does not fit as tightly as it should and creaks, weak wifi. Don't get me wrong I love my Amaze, it's a far better device than the S2, just wish HTC would hit one out of the park.
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Id really like to see them pour everything they have into an other Nexus
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Id really like to see them pour everything they have into an other Nexus
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The only way they're getting that chance again is if they fix all the slip ups they keep making.
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I find it confusing that the connectors that the hox uses are the same as ours, but that's where the blame is being laid on. I guess their case can just get warped to a greater extent than our creaky one can?
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I find it confusing that the connectors that the hox uses are the same as ours, but that's where the blame is being laid on. I guess their case can just get warped to a greater extent than our creaky one can?
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Maybe I got lucky, but I don't think so, I ordered mine first day they went on sale Oct 10/11 - I have had No creaky case/hardware issues whatsoever, even with a "battery cover replacement" :angel: this year, still as solid as when brand new, the additional cover is just as solid as the original.
I think the Amaze is easier to open than my MT4G was.
I also noticed that the offending connectors on the hox are in the exact same place as two of ours.
Calico, did your amaze come with any screen bleed at all? Just curious
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CalicoJeb said:
Tooling around XDA, I checked out the HTC One X forum - Beautiful device, but
First thing is I found there is a WiFi and general signal strength issue, BUT... that ain't all, check out what it takes to open that bastard, must see .... take a couple minutes and watch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=_jZ-nelmWAI#!
Freakin' Amazing
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Oh please....
I have the One X (as well as the SGSIII on TMous). Those issues, (while very real for the people that have them)are greatly blown out of proportion by a small minority....
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realitysconcierge said:
I also noticed that the offending connectors on the hox are in the exact same place as two of ours.
Calico, did your amaze come with any screen bleed at all? Just curious
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Yeah had a little screen bleed, that's about it - but that's an easy fix especially now.
I remember there was a bit of panic for a few peeps on the Amaze forum in the first few weeks, it was funny as heck - at least as far as I was concerned
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Oh please....
I have the One X (as well as the SGSIII on TMous). Those issues, (while very real for the people that have them)are greatly blown out of proportion by a small minority....
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I was really referring to the effort to Open the phone, not bashing your pride and joy Babydoll
I did mention she is Stunning to look at - Heck I still wouldn't mine having a One X in my other pocket :laugh:
-sigh- watchin' the youtube made me nervous lol... not even sure why HTC thought of this design... like it or not.. majority of android users would still HIGHLY prefer the availability to swap out batteries and expand memories to their liking.
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I think the Amaze is easier to open than my MT4G was.
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MT4G was a BI**H to open... Shiz would bend a nail back to the finger... I always used a paper clip (every stoners tool of choice)
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I love everything about this phone.. accept the battery size.. HTC must have made there device to work will with the small battery given along with it, they must have optimized it somehow. Is the battery life good.. I mostly text play a few games and web browse all on 4G.. I am curious to know how the battery holds out on this phone.. please let me know!
See the thread about loving battery life a few down. Lots of love for battery life
I dont know how I missed it.. thanks!
Joel battery life is pretty good with this phone. Something to consider is that you won't be able to unlock and root phones with ota which most of them now come with. Besides that it's a great phone screen breaks and scratches easily so get some protection if you so get it
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Joel battery life is pretty good with this phone. Something to consider is that you won't be able to unlock and root phones with ota which most of them now come with. Besides that it's a great phone screen breaks and scratches easily so get some protection if you so get it
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I don't agree with what you said about the screen. Unless you tale a diamond ring to it or you live near a beach and get sand in your pocket it is hard to scratch it. And the only way to break it is to drop it on the front with no case.
I've had my phone for over 4 months and never have had a screen protector on it and it still looks the same as the day I got it.
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I don't agree with what you said about the screen. Unless you tale a diamond ring to it or you live near a beach and get sand in your pocket it is hard to scratch it. And the only way to break it is to drop it on the front with no case.
I've had my phone for over 4 months and never have had a screen protector on it and it still looks the same as the day I got it.
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I've dropped mine off a 15 foot stand... but it had an otterbox, so I guess that speaks for the durability of both the phone and the case.
As for battery life, I haven't had any gripes but I also have had to live purely off wifi for the last couple months till I get back to the states; So that could change my battery life when I'm constantly connected to a network.
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I don't agree with what you said about the screen. Unless you tale a diamond ring to it or you live near a beach and get sand in your pocket it is hard to scratch it. And the only way to break it is to drop it on the front with no case.
I've had my phone for over 4 months and never have had a screen protector on it and it still looks the same as the day I got it.
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I beg to differ. I dropped mine with nada on it on the pavement face down. yeah it was scary but the screen got a little scratched and the corner chipped a little. Thats it. It's a pretty solid phone!
Battery life on this phone is great. Lasts all day on pretty heavy use.
Thanks guys! I didnt want to get a S3 considering Im not sure when the S4 would be coming out.. on VZW. Plus I love the red and black.. But I love the specs on this phone.. I dont want to spend 200 on a GS3 with common specs ( as of most phones released ) or a Maxx HD when I can get this top end phone for the same price!
I had the Maxx HD and swapped it in for the DNA because the lag and redraws were hideous. I too was worried about the battery life but I'm 14 hours in and still at 45% today. Today is my first day with BatteryGuru post learning stage. I don't expect this type of battery life to hold up on a weekday, but I can go from the time I get up to the time I go to bed easily. I use mine mainly for Exchange, surfing, texting and calling. Don't do much in the way of games so I'm sure that helps.
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Joelkat said:
Thanks guys! I didnt want to get a S3 considering Im not sure when the S4 would be coming out.. on VZW. Plus I love the red and black.. But I love the specs on this phone.. I dont want to spend 200 on a GS3 with common specs ( as of most phones released ) or a Maxx HD when I can get this top end phone for the same price!
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Most online retailers offer the DNA for $50. Got mine a month ago from radioshack.com for that price.
i got mine and my sister's for 98$...they battery life is good unless you are a heavy user...then it drains fairly quickly...maybe after OTA has root, a kernel will help improve it
oh and, keep and eye out...if the HTC ONE's version comes out for Verizon, its better than DNA unless you want to save money for a little compromise.
I like this phone, I do agree that the One will be better, but no announcement of a verizon version..
atishpatel2012 said:
i got mine and my sister's for 98$...they battery life is good unless you are a heavy user...then it drains fairly quickly...maybe after OTA has root, a kernel will help improve it
oh and, keep and eye out...if the HTC ONE's version comes out for Verizon, its better than DNA unless you want to save money for a little compromise.
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In terms of build and look I like the DNA better. The one is the same size as this phone but with a smaller screen. I also prefer the 3 nav buttons at the bottom instead of 4 makes it look cooler imo. I hear the one has an aluminum casing finish while the DNA just had that nice black and red matte finish with ergonomics that fight right in your hand. The DNA is just sleeker in all aspects. But that camera in the one ifs what I wish this had along with sd card support.
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Amazon also offers it cheap
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I was actually thinking of bestbuy due to the buy back program!
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In terms of build and look I like the DNA better. The one is the same size as this phone but with a smaller screen. I also prefer the 3 nav buttons at the bottom instead of 4 makes it look cooler imo. I hear the one has an aluminum casing finish while the DNA just had that nice black and red matte finish with ergonomics that fight right in your hand. The DNA is just sleeker in all aspects. But that camera in the one ifs what I wish this had along with sd card support.
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sorry but i don't think they are the same size phones...i even double checked with a specs sheet. and i thought the HTC One had a 2 button nav?
and on that point i do like the 3 button layout but i don't find myself using the recents so much that i need a button dedicated to it...same with volume buttons haha
anyway you'll be happy with either one
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sorry but i don't think they are the same size phones...i even double checked with a specs sheet. and i thought the HTC One had a 2 button nav?
and on that point i do like the 3 button layout but i don't find myself using the recents so much that i need a button dedicated to it...same with volume buttons haha
anyway you'll be happy with either one
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I'm always jumping between apps so it's useful for me. I read the dimensions are practically identical except the smaller screen.. what about the volume buttons?
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I'm always jumping between apps so it's useful for me. I read the dimensions are practically identical except the smaller screen.. what about the volume buttons?
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You can still open the recent apps dialog on the HTC one easily.
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I'm always jumping between apps so it's useful for me. I read the dimensions are practically identical except the smaller screen.. what about the volume buttons?
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well if you use it then i guess a dedicate button is good
i was just saying i kinda hate how we have dedicated vol up and down buttons because i keep my phone on vibrate and i end up accidently turning it up or silent by accident...i hope i just like use them for stuff other than changing volume once root is out? i can't be the only guy who wants this haha..maybe use it as waking and locking device...anyway i digress... we can agree to have different opinion on HTC One vs HTC Dna
I currently have an HTC rezound and after HTC abandoned it after one update never going to get another HTC. I've been reading a lot about this phone and came across audio issues and the amoled screen cracking not the gorilla glass in peoples pockets. Is this phone really that flimsy cause Ill give HTC this they do know how to build tanks of a phone. I was wondering if anyone has experienced this and does Verizon replace it.
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Android Authority did a drop test with it from ear height, and it barely managed to crack a corner of the screen from direct impact. I would venture to say that you could have this in your back pocket and sit on it, and it wouldn't crack it.
Of course, there always is that one lemon....
This was my concern as well. I just got a stiff case and a warranty so I'm treating it the same as my old GNex. So far it's been fine.
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I think those few cases of the amoled breaking on the international forum were lemons.
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I think those few cases of the amoled breaking on the international forum were lemons.
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I think that's the ones I'm referring to. The I9505 and the I9500s.
btw, WE MUST HAVE JUSTICE...haha C&C Generals ... very nice
The way I look at it, depending how it's dropped your phone may or may not break... Just get a good case. As far as the phone, the S4 is the best phone on the market in my opinion.
My screen seems pretty sturdy to me. You're always going to have a few lemons when something new comes out.
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I think that's the ones I'm referring to. The I9505 and the I9500s.
btw, WE MUST HAVE JUSTICE...haha C&C Generals ... very nice
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Finally someone gets it
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Finally someone gets it
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Lol yeah my line would be "Moving away! Our lasers will keep em off. LET'S GIVE EM AN AIRSHOW"
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Finally someone gets it
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Oh hey, sup Jihad
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Mine didnt make it. I have the s4 on the useless sprint network but at least i get 4g lte. My screen cracked while in my pocket and i had a case on it. everything is working on the phone just got that annoying cracked screen.
I figure if mine cracks, I'll get the replacement and immediately sell it to break even.
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