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Does anyone else's sgs2 have a noticeable gap between the touchscreen glass and the aluminum bezel? Mine has a very noticeable one on the entire left side and bottom. The top and right sides are flush with the bezel. It looks like the glass wasn't cut to spec.
I want to get an idea of how widespread this is. Best buy didn't want to exchange it, and I could probably live with it if I can find a way to keep the dust out.
this is the first of this problem that I've heard. My bezel is flush against the glass. Pesonally, I wouldn't live with it. I would try to exchange it. Even if that means calling AT&T directly.
elhippo said:
Does anyone else's sgs2 have a noticeable gap between the touchscreen glass and the aluminum bezel? Mine has a very noticeable one on the entire left side and bottom. The top and right sides are flush with the bezel. It looks like the glass wasn't cut to spec.
I want to get an idea of how widespread this is. Best buy didn't want to exchange it, and I could probably live with it if I can find a way to keep the dust out.
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Mine is flush... If you have a moment, please stop in at any AT&T store and see the unit(s) on the display rack mine and my two colleagues here at work have their unit's GLASS flush with Bezel... No visible nor noticable gap...
elhippo said:
Does anyone else's sgs2 have a noticeable gap between the touchscreen glass and the aluminum bezel? Mine has a very noticeable one on the entire left side and bottom. The top and right sides are flush with the bezel. It looks like the glass wasn't cut to spec.
I want to get an idea of how widespread this is. Best buy didn't want to exchange it, and I could probably live with it if I can find a way to keep the dust out.
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Mine isn't uniform all the way around. The gap at the top of my phone increases going from left to right, looking at the phone.
It's a small difference, but I do see it capturing dust in the short time I've had it, about 3 weeks.
Thanks for the quick replies. I'm a little hesitant on exchanging because there is always the risk of getting a phone with even more defects.
But at least now I know it's not normal so I don't feel bad when trying to persuade Best buy to let me exchange.
Mine seems flush. If it isnt that much of a hassle would you post a picture of the gap? Im really interested to see it lol.
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Mine seems flush. If it isnt that much of a hassle would you post a picture of the gap? Im really interested to see it lol.
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Same here on my end.
Attached are pictures of my bezel-to-glass gap. As you can see, it's collecting a lot of dust in the 3 weeks I've had it. And this is with a case too.
I'm about to head out to Best Buy. Wish me luck!
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Attached are pictures of my bezel-to-glass gap. As you can see, it's collecting a lot of dust in the 3 weeks I've had it. And this is with a case too.
I'm about to head out to Best Buy. Wish me luck!
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Good luck!!!
No luck. They wouldn't let me exchange because it was functionally okay. Oh well, at least I tried.
At this point I can live with it. The Atrix had many more build quality issues than this phone anyways.
elhippo said:
No luck. They wouldn't let me exchange because it was functionally okay. Oh well, at least I tried.
At this point I can live with it. The Atrix had many more build quality issues than this phone anyways.
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Seeing as you're within your 30 day return policy, why don't you just return it then rebuy it? bit of a pain in the ass but might be worth it if it bothers you enough.
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avengeryarr said:
Seeing as you're within your 30 day return policy, why don't you just return it then rebuy it? bit of a pain in the ass but might be worth it if it bothers you enough.
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if it bothers him he just said it's collecting dust
Check in the i9100 threads for this issue and see if they found HOW TO RETURN IT. I know I read the same issues in there a long time ago.
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elhippo said:
Does anyone else's sgs2 have a noticeable gap between the touchscreen glass and the aluminum bezel? Mine has a very noticeable one on the entire left side and bottom. The top and right sides are flush with the bezel. It looks like the glass wasn't cut to spec.
I want to get an idea of how widespread this is. Best buy didn't want to exchange it, and I could probably live with it if I can find a way to keep the dust out.
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One of my many Infuses had this. It was horrific. The AT&T manager gave me hell and claimed he couldn't see it but I pressed and he eventually caved and exchanged it for me.
Hell take it right to samsung, I would bring it right to them if no one else gives a replacement.
There are several issues. The one most people notice is that by design there is a 1 mm gap between the screen and the bezel. This was designed this way as with many phones because the screen expands and contracts in the heat, so there has to be a little play for it to move. It's normal. Some phones it's more noticeable, and the material they use seems to collect dust a bit more than other phones. I have 2 SGSII ATT versions and 1 SGSII International and all 3 seem to be dust magnets above the earpiece and on the left and right sides in the 1mm gap.
This is completely normal though. If you want a phone without a bezel, get an iPhone, hehe
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No luck. They wouldn't let me exchange because it was functionally okay. Oh well, at least I tried.
At this point I can live with it. The Atrix had many more build quality issues than this phone anyways.
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Sorry to hear that mate
Mines is exact same way...I've noticed the dust build up and I tried to deal with it thinking it was a flaw on all the devices...now u got me peekin out of it every few mins
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Don't use that as an excuse.. If they wont take it back Samsung will.. Just call the Samsung 800 number and get a RMA - explain there is a problem in the case integrity, If they say NO, then you have a free shot when it does screw up for any reason. Just make themPUT IT IN WRITING in an email and explain why they are denying the RMA. Once in writing, you have them by the ... if anything does happen to the display at all..
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Don't use that as an excuse.. If they wont take it back Samsung will.. Just call the Samsung 800 number and get a RMA - explain there is a problem in the case integrity, If they say NO, then you have a free shot when it does screw up for any reason. Just make themPUT IT IN WRITING in an email and explain why they are denying the RMA. Once in writing, you have them by the ... if anything does happen to the display at all..
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Hehe so aggressive... its such a small issue and they all have the issue, some people just exaggerate the seriousness.
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Anyone else having issues with loose buttons on the side? Specifically the camera button is loose on mine, and when I shake my phone (don't do it too often ;-) you can hear a rattle. Wondering if it's worthwhile to get it replaced or if this really is a larger 'issue' and considered normal.
I contacted Nokia, but did not receive a response yet.
I'd take it straight back to the shop and get a replacement.
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I'd take it straight back to the shop and get a replacement.
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Yep, I'm going back anyhow - unfortunately they have no stock right now, but I already contacted them that I'm unhappy with this. Just not sure how they will respond when I'm actually physically there. Hopefully more info on that tomorrow.
I've been searching around and there appear to be numerous posts on the web of people with the same issue - so maybe it's "normal" or "within specifications".
Use rubber case
Hi,
I thought the same thing but that was before I fitted the rubber case. this rubber case isn't optional as it seems in the beginning. If you use the case everything fits snuggly.
I hope this solves your problem.
Greets
I had the same thing, took it back for a replacement.
Mine rattle slightly I wouldn't take it back because of it though. Your replacements... They don't rattle?
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deffo norattle at all on mine though the power button is uber sensative and i have turned my phone off by mistake a couple of times, for some reason i see something that says slide down and i just do it without thinking lol.
FYI - I just replaced my phone for a new one, this one doesn't have the issue I described!
i have it as well...
but i won my phone in a contest, pretty strange to ask for a replacement then
And i'm used to it now so not annoyed any longer.
I don't like the rubber skin for the phone, it makes the phone look fat
I just received my replacement case from Otterbox today. May I say "WOW", much improved over the launch case. The new case seems to have shaved the slightest bit of plastic from the sides to make it a kind of struggle to clip together. I don't know about you guys (or the ladies), but I like a case that holds my phone firmly. That's not all though, I noticed that the foam pieces they adhere to the back plate are a little thicker than the original as well. Now for the shell, this thing is wicked hard to get off the plastic now (may cause the power and headphone port flaps to break a little quicker). It feels a little more "plasticy", but it is a huge improvement over the former almost elastic rubber. Just figured I'd let you guys know, Otterbox is finally getting things right.
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I just received my replacement case from Otterbox today. May I say "WOW", much improved over the launch case. The new case seems to have shaved the slightest bit of plastic from the sides to make it a kind of struggle to clip together. I don't know about you guys (or the ladies), but I like a case that holds my phone firmly. That's not all though, I noticed that the foam pieces they adhere to the back plate are a little thicker than the original as well. Now for the shell, this thing is wicked hard to get off the plastic now (may cause the power and headphone port flaps to break a little quicker). It feels a little more "plasticy", but it is a huge improvement over the former almost elastic rubber. Just figured I'd let you guys know, Otterbox is finally getting things right.
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Is it possible to post up close pics? I'm about to call them for the 20th time and get another silicon shell. Its all stretched out and the flap to the charging port is soon to come off. I have had problems with what I already said as well as the little clip lip breaking off what snaps the phone in. What was your complaint to get a replacement? Did you get a full replacement?
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I will try to get some pics tomorrow. I've had a pretty busy week. The plastic case broke right at some of the clips, and that didn't bother me until I tried to put it in my holster and the holster snapped, because it didn't fit right with the broken clips (I honestly never thought that would happen). Anyway, when I broke the holster, I inadvertently pushed my phone to the ground and broke the screen (landed just right on the top right corner). They ended up sending me a full replacement, and apologized profusely about my phone. I was honestly going to get a different case, but when I received my replacement, I was more than happy with the improvements in quality.
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jthein1989 said:
I will try to get some pics tomorrow. I've had a pretty busy week. The plastic case broke right at some of the clips, and that didn't bother me until I tried to put it in my holster and the holster snapped, because it didn't fit right with the broken clips (I honestly never thought that would happen). Anyway, when I broke the holster, I inadvertently pushed my phone to the ground and broke the screen (landed just right on the top right corner). They ended up sending me a full replacement, and apologized profusely about my phone. I was honestly going to get a different case, but when I received my replacement, I was more than happy with the improvements in quality.
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Cool. I called them yesterday and they are also sending me a complete replacement. I told them I heard they have a new design and said its quite possible they are always upgrading due to complaints. I won't get the case until 2 weeks so if you could get pics that'd be awesome thanks man I understand your busy as am I with this crazy Christmas mess.
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i highly doubt they changed anything around. my original plastic part of the case broke one of its clips and they sent me a new complete case and it seemed like the old case, just newer. Id imagine its just a new case to you, and can be worn in just like the old one
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i highly doubt they changed anything around. my original plastic part of the case broke one of its clips and they sent me a new complete case and it seemed like the old case, just newer. Id imagine its just a new case to you, and can be worn in just like the old one
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I see the grinch has showed his face on Christmas!
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I see the grinch has showed his face on Christmas!
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In the same boat fellas - on my second replacement case after the originals charger port broke off. Judging by the look of the port now, the same thing is going to happen AGAIN.
The replacements we recieved haven't been revised - the rubber intially felt diffferent but over time as it wears and oils from the hands or other substances are transferred it took on the same feel as my older case.
To be sure I followed up with the Otter rep that handled my replacement. This is the response I recieved back from Otterbox:
"Hi Marcus,
Your welcome! At this time the silicone has not changed from the originally one that you had. We are however constantly looking at ways to improve on all of our products and the silicone issue has been brought to our attention from loving customers like you. Hopefully in the future we will have this problem fixed up.
Have an Otterific week,
Brittney
Customer Service Representative
P: (855) 688-7269
F: (970) 493-1755
www.otterbox.com"
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In the same boat fellas - on my second replacement case after the originals charger port broke off. Judging by the look of the port now, the same thing is going to happen AGAIN.
The replacements we recieved haven't been revised - the rubber intially felt diffferent but over time as it wears and oils from the hands or other substances are transferred it took on the same feel as my older case.
To be sure I followed up with the Otter rep that handled my replacement. This is the response I recieved back from Otterbox:
"Hi Marcus,
Your welcome! At this time the silicone has not changed from the originally one that you had. We are however constantly looking at ways to improve on all of our products and the silicone issue has been brought to our attention from loving customers like you. Hopefully in the future we will have this problem fixed up.
Have an Otterific week,
Brittney
Customer Service Representative
P: (855) 688-7269
F: (970) 493-1755
www.otterbox.com"
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Oh well at least they have a warranty & good customer service. I have probably had pushing 10 claims by now with no problem. Imagine if there was no warranty
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Technics0891 said:
In the same boat fellas - on my second replacement case after the originals charger port broke off. Judging by the look of the port now, the same thing is going to happen AGAIN.
The replacements we recieved haven't been revised - the rubber intially felt diffferent but over time as it wears and oils from the hands or other substances are transferred it took on the same feel as my older case.
To be sure I followed up with the Otter rep that handled my replacement. This is the response I recieved back from Otterbox:
"Hi Marcus,
Your welcome! At this time the silicone has not changed from the originally one that you had. We are however constantly looking at ways to improve on all of our products and the silicone issue has been brought to our attention from loving customers like you. Hopefully in the future we will have this problem fixed up.
Have an Otterific week,
Brittney
Customer Service Representative
P: (855) 688-7269
F: (970) 493-1755
www.otterbox.com"
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The real question is did you have an otterific week? On a serious note any suggestions on getting the case replaced mine isn't broken but has a lot of dirt stuck to it.
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jthein1989 said:
I just received my replacement case from Otterbox today. May I say "WOW", much improved over the launch case. The new case seems to have shaved the slightest bit of plastic from the sides to make it a kind of struggle to clip together. I don't know about you guys (or the ladies), but I like a case that holds my phone firmly. That's not all though, I noticed that the foam pieces they adhere to the back plate are a little thicker than the original as well. Now for the shell, this thing is wicked hard to get off the plastic now (may cause the power and headphone port flaps to break a little quicker). It feels a little more "plasticy", but it is a huge improvement over the former almost elastic rubber. Just figured I'd let you guys know, Otterbox is finally getting things right.
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I just got my replacement in the mail and its 100% exactly the same except the silicone isn't all stretched out because its new. Gotta love that new smell
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Yeah just received my third replacement since launch. One thing I will say is they stand behind their warranty. After the first complaint they sent me 2 silicone replacements, then after both of those suffered from the same problem as the original, they just sent me a whole new case. Hard shell and all. It sucks that they don't work like they are supposed to, but as long as they keep replacing them free of charge I guess I can't complain too much.
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Yeah just received my third replacement since launch. One thing I will say is they stand behind their warranty. After the first complaint they sent me 2 silicone replacements, then after both of those suffered from the same problem as the original, they just sent me a whole new case. Hard shell and all. It sucks that they don't work like they are supposed to, but as long as they keep replacing them free of charge I guess I can't complain too much.
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I just filled out the warranty for my third replacement as well. The usb flap last a few weeks before it starts to tear and by about two months the rubber is very loose.
Otterbox is GREAT about their warranty!! I've had multiple replacements on multiple devices! They never question you or give you any problems. I bought a used black Commuter on ebay just because I knew I could get a new one directly from Otterbox in exchange for the used one! Saved me some money in exchange for a little wait time. Got a new case for less than half price, actually MUCH less than half of the retail price!!
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i'm about to get my 3rd silicone slip cover..... like all of you they begin to warp near the upper right hand corner of the phone. After this happened the first time, I was extremely careful whenever I grabbed the phone from my pocket, or whenever I pressed the volume rocker in an effort to extend the life of the slip cover... and it did last 2 months longer than the original slip cover did.... but still it eventually warped. I realize the 3rd slip cover is going to be no different.... but why not get one more slip cover before my warranty expires?
honestly, I dont care that the charging port flap breaks, frankly it's annoying having that flap so I like it when it finally breaks off.
I'm really tempted to just ditch the otterbox case and take my chances with the bare phone (this phone is one of the better looking phones out there).... but then every couple of weeks I'll drop the phone and remember that's why I bought an otterbox case.
Trident case Kraken. That is my next one after I run out of slip covers. I love popping out the plastic and using Zagg hd shields though.
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Curious how everyone else's phones have been holding up so far. The back of my phone is covered in little specks, which appear to be from pitting and minor surface scratches. It's very disappointing since I've had my phone permanently in a case since I've had it. I'm wondering if the metal is just so soft that little vibrations while in the case is causing marks.
I'm hoping there's a way I can get them out but seeing as it has a brushed finish, I don't see it being all that easy.
That's indeed pretty surprising (marks with a case on). I would think the only way this would be possible, is if there was some grit or sand between the case and the device. If this were in fact true, I can see it rubbing on the finish over time (as others here have also mentioned). Even so, the scratches would probably just be in isolated areas, not for the back to be covered in scratches, unless there was grit captured everywhere inside the case. Which is very unlikely, as you would have noticed that.
The other possibility is scratches from a hard plastic case (you haven't mentioned what kind you have). Again, this is something that some folks on here have observed. But folks have mentioned scratches in a few isolated locations (like the edges) not covering the back.
I have had a cheap soft TPU case on my M8 for a month and a half, and not a single visible scratch on the back, that I can find.
The dirt/sand certainly makes sense. But I've repeatedly taken out the case and cleaned it, and it appears like I'm getting more of these. The case, is a soft tpu clear case.
Further, I only rarely use this case once a day for an hour when I go to the gym. The rest of the time my phone sits in my leather pouch, which I KNOW there's no way that's scratching it.
It certainly shouldn't be getting marked up like this from such careful use. I'll try to post pics later.
Sorry for the linked images. You can download them to see full size. It's very difficult to capture up close. But you can see the specks all ordier the phone.
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Anyone? I'm wondering if there's a defect in my casing and if I should ask for a new one or not. Combined with my letters falling out my resale value is definitely going to hurt by this.
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Haven's seen anyone else complain about this. Its especially weird, since you have a case on the phone. I can only guess the finish is delaminating or falling off, regardless if any external wear/contact is present or not.
I'd say its a warranty issue, between this and the letters coming off. But you won't get a new one. AT&T's policy is that you get a refurb after 14 days of purchase. And I've heard mixed reports on the refurbs (on past devices). Some are indistinguishable from new; while others are beat up, or may even have some hardware issues that weren't fixed properly.
A refurb is exactly what I'm afraid of. I don't want to trade in a phone with cosmetic issues for one with potentially worse issues. Any way of getting them to send a new one? AT&T has been nothing short of great for me in the past but Idk about getting a new phone replacement.
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cgibsong002 said:
Any way of getting them to send a new one? AT&T has been nothing short of great for me in the past but Idk about getting a new phone replacement.
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Its not in their policy. But you can always ask . . . than complain, kick and scream, etc.
Its also not in their policy to let folks switch to another brand/model. But I've seen that happen when folks complain enough. Highlight how long you've been a customer, if you have multiple lines, etc. Not sure if they have ever sent out brand new phones for warranty claims. But it sure doesn't hurt to try.
Just thought I'd add, I'm having the exact same issue with the Google Play Edition in a clear TPU case too! Were you using a Spigen case by any chance?
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Just thought I'd add, I'm having the exact same issue with the Google Play Edition in a clear TPU case too! Were you using a Spigen case by any chance?
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Wow, strange, mine too, exact same case. I took the case off the other day to clean it, it was looking nasty, and sure enough there was like some kind of grit in there. I bet that's what's doing it. Of course that's the least of my worries, it fell out of my pocket and I ran this thing over with my tractor, and crushed the side so far that I had to pry out the volume buttons, they were stuck, lol, had tire marks across the screen even. This thing is a tough phone!
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Wow, strange, mine too, exact same case. I took the case off the other day to clean it, it was looking nasty, and sure enough there was like some kind of grit in there. I bet that's what's doing it. Of course that's the least of my worries, it fell out of my pocket and I ran this thing over with my tractor, and crushed the side so far that I had to pry out the volume buttons, they were stuck, lol, had tire marks across the screen even. This thing is a tough phone!
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Haha, very nice. Good to hear it'll survive a tractor lol. I feel like I should leave a review on that case. It seems to be flawed if it's allowing grit in. I'd consider my use quite typical, not near any sand or dirt. I'm pretty sure that lost me $100 in resellability.
Guys, I need help. I've bought a used RAZR HD a month and a half ago and it was in a very good condition. 9/10, maybe even 9.5. had just a scratch or two on the rim around the screen.
Since then, I've dropped it onto concrete two times and on both occasions in went corner down, so now I've got two completely wrecked corners. Nothing else is broken, it's all fine, the kevlar back is pretty much mint, the screen is great, it's just that rim that is now completely ruining the look of the phone...
Did anyone face the same problem and what have you done to fix it, if anything? The only idea I've got now is to sand down the rim to be at level with the screen, that would possibly make it look good again. Naturally, I'd be very careful as to not scratch the screen...
Can that rim be replaced anyway? I'll check out the disassembly guides and videos now to see whether it goes together with the screen...
I'm so annoyed right now. The second drop happened minutes ago... God flipping damn it. The problem is that Moto's have not been widely used here in Serbia for years now and that makes the availability of any equipment for them more than scarce. I'll be ordering a universal case right now (the one in which you slide the phone in and out) but I'd still love to make it look good again.
Flipping damn it
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According to this video... It's glued very very strongly together - http://youtu.be/LfAyttf6fWU
That's just great... And I can't even find a silicon case, be it no name or branded, to cover it all up. Will see if I can order anything from across the border.
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Guys, I need help. I've bought a used RAZR HD a month and a half ago and it was in a very good condition. 9/10, maybe even 9.5. had just a scratch or two on the rim around the screen.
Since then, I've dropped it onto concrete two times and on both occasions in went corner down, so now I've got two completely wrecked corners. Nothing else is broken, it's all fine, the kevlar back is pretty much mint, the screen is great, it's just that rim that is now completely ruining the look of the phone...
Did anyone face the same problem and what have you done to fix it, if anything? The only idea I've got now is to sand down the rim to be at level with the screen, that would possibly make it look good again. Naturally, I'd be very careful as to not scratch the screen...
Can that rim be replaced anyway? I'll check out the disassembly guides and videos now to see whether it goes together with the screen...
I'm so annoyed right now. The second drop happened minutes ago... God flipping damn it. The problem is that Moto's have not been widely used here in Serbia for years now and that makes the availability of any equipment for them more than scarce. I'll be ordering a universal case right now (the one in which you slide the phone in and out) but I'd still love to make it look good again.
Flipping damn it
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According to this video... It's glued very very strongly together - http://youtu.be/LfAyttf6fWU
That's just great... And I can't even find a silicon case, be it no name or branded, to cover it all up. Will see if I can order anything from across the border.
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Was this with a case on the phone or with the phone not in a case? Just curious as I have my phone in a case and have dropped it on the corner and no issue like you describe. In fact, no scratches at all.
Just curious.
iBolski said:
Was this with a case on the phone or with the phone not in a case? Just curious as I have my phone in a case and have dropped it on the corner and no issue like you describe. In fact, no scratches at all.
Just curious.
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The phone was bare naked, mate. I haven't got any kind of case as of yet
*edit* Here goes a couple of picture, so someone could relate... I'm so annoyed that I've put it up for sale. If nobody takes it, I'll be sanding the rim/bezel. Perhaps all around, perhaps just this corner, not sure for now...
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The phone was bare naked, mate. I haven't got any kind of case as of yet
*edit* Here goes a couple of picture, so someone could relate... I'm so annoyed that I've put it up for sale. If nobody takes it, I'll be sanding the rim/bezel. Perhaps all around, perhaps just this corner, not sure for now...
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i recommend an otterbox defender, got mine off amazon for 20 dollars and because they are guaranteed for life i have gotten two replacements for free. i have dropped my phone off a 12 foot ladder and have thrown it against walls( dont ask) and have zero scratches or dents. phone is in mint condition.
ncsuwolfs said:
i recommend an otterbox defender, got mine off amazon for 20 dollars and because they are guaranteed for life i have gotten two replacements for free. i have dropped my phone off a 12 foot ladder and have thrown it against walls( dont ask) and have zero scratches or dents. phone is in mint condition.
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This would be it, right - http://youtu.be/Eg5qkRCm5pU ? But, doesn't it turn what is already a quite a big phone into a massive one? Because it certainly seems so I'm guessing this cannot fit a pocket of any sort of pants? But it does seem to offer outstanding protection. Alas, at what a price, both functionality and monetary-wise (the price is $40+ on amazon?)... But even if I wanted to spend that amount of money on a case, I'd have to keep my fingers crossed for probably no less than a month, hoping that it will eventually arrive, intact and without many additional fees. Third world problems...
Thanks for the advice, anyway! I might pick up the Commuter edition, it seems more reasonable for my needs
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This would be it, right - http://youtu.be/Eg5qkRCm5pU ? But, doesn't it turn what is already a quite a big phone into a massive one? Because it certainly seems so I'm guessing this cannot fit a pocket of any sort of pants? But it does seem to offer outstanding protection. Alas, at what a price, both functionality and monetary-wise (the price is $40+ on amazon?)... But even if I wanted to spend that amount of money on a case, I'd have to keep my fingers crossed for probably no less than a month, hoping that it will eventually arrive, intact and without many additional fees. Third world problems...
Thanks for the advice, anyway! I might pick up the Commuter edition, it seems more reasonable for my needs
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yes thats it, im in construction so i went with defender, my sister has commuter and it seems to offer a level of protection for most peoples uses (2-3 foot drops) and yes it does make the phone bigger so if thats a concern i would go with commuter, also the screen protector on the defender is part of the case but with the commuter its a stick on screen protector if that matters to you( i can never get those to go on without wrinkles) i beleieve the 40 $ ones are the black ones bc otterbox stopped making them i bought a black one for 20$ 6 months ago
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yes thats it, im in construction so i went with defender, my sister has commuter and it seems to offer a level of protection for most peoples uses (2-3 foot drops) and yes it does make the phone bigger so if thats a concern i would go with commuter, also the screen protector on the defender is part of the case but with the commuter its a stick on screen protector if that matters to you( i can never get those to go on without wrinkles) i beleieve the 40 $ ones are the black ones bc otterbox stopped making them i bought a black one for 20$ 6 months ago
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Thanks for the information once again, mate! And, yeah, I just figured out that there are different versions. The one with pink details is the cheapest...damn
We'll see how I can get my hands on one. The shipping fees are going to be higher than the price of the case itself, ffs :/
niksy+ said:
Thanks for the information once again, mate! And, yeah, I just figured out that there are different versions. The one with pink details is the cheapest...damn
We'll see how I can get my hands on one. The shipping fees are going to be higher than the price of the case itself, ffs :/
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Here's what I have (well, it's the same style but mine is a Body Glove that I purchased from Walmart but I cannot find it anywhere online):
http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Mat...9233999&sr=8-2&keywords=motorola+razr+hd+case
It's worked well so far. I've dropped my phone a couple of times, once face down and maybe two times on the side and/or corner, and my phone has been protected.
Overall, it adds a little bulk, but nothing like an Otterbox. I can put this into my pants pockets without much issue.
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Here's what I have (well, it's the same style but mine is a Body Glove that I purchased from Walmart but I cannot find it anywhere online):
http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Mat...9233999&sr=8-2&keywords=motorola+razr+hd+case
It's worked well so far. I've dropped my phone a couple of times, once face down and maybe two times on the side and/or corner, and my phone has been protected.
Overall, it adds a little bulk, but nothing like an Otterbox. I can put this into my pants pockets without much issue.
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This is very much like the generic cases available here for most smartphones, priced at $2-3. Would you say that your case has a premium quality and is worth the higher price? Because I've found those generic ones available together with free shipping on eBay. But I know how lousy their protection and appearance are, so I'm still weighing my options.
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This is very much like the generic cases available here for most smartphones, priced at $2-3. Would you say that your case has a premium quality and is worth the higher price? Because I've found those generic ones available together with free shipping on eBay. But I know how lousy their protection and appearance are, so I'm still weighing my options.
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Again, that is not exactly the case I have, but I purchased it at a Walmat department store for about $14.
It feels rubbery and it's flexible when the phone is not in it. Mine says "Body Glove" on it but I cannot find it on their site (they don't list any cases for the Droid RAZR HD).
Overall, I wouldn't say it's premium quality (not like I had with my Otterbox cases for my OG RAZR MAXX that I used to own), but it does seem to do the job for me. As I said, I've dropped the phone face down with the case I have (which is similar to the one I linked to on Amazon) and the phone came out unscathed. It was about a three foot drop onto the concrete floor in my garage if that gives any indication.
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Here's what I have (well, it's the same style but mine is a Body Glove that I purchased from Walmart but I cannot find it anywhere online):
http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Mat...9233999&sr=8-2&keywords=motorola+razr+hd+case
It's worked well so far. I've dropped my phone a couple of times, once face down and maybe two times on the side and/or corner, and my phone has been protected.
Overall, it adds a little bulk, but nothing like an Otterbox. I can put this into my pants pockets without much issue.
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Another vote to the Diztronic - it would cover that damage and will prevent the same type of damage when you drop it again. Mine has lived in one of these since I got it and gets tossed around all the time. Has landed face first a few times and has not skipped a beat thanks to the raised lip.
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Another vote to the Diztronic - it would cover that damage and will prevent the same type of damage when you drop it again. Mine has lived in one of these since I got it and gets tossed around all the time. Has landed face first a few times and has not skipped a beat thanks to the raised lip.
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Thanks, mate. The Diztronic looks wonderful compared to the chinese "s-line" thing I bought because of free shipping... It's just crap and it doesn't even cover the edges properly - the left one is fine, but it cannot stay on top of the right one. Check the picture for illustration. I'll be sure to get the Diztronic one in the future. Can you just tell me whether its rubberised or is it just the matte finish making it look as if though it were? Because it looks like it is and that it's insanely sticky and that I wouldn't be able to stick it in my pocket, but I guess it's just the matte finish