Anyone noticed gaps between the metal edge and the screen on the alpha? Seems like people have only reported this problem on the note 4. Mine has very noticeable gap at the top left corner, and lower right corner as well.
Sure it doesn't affect its functionality, but it kinda annoys me that there is shis asymmetrical gap on such a beatiful design. Seems to me like yet another quality control fail.
Do you guys have this kind of gap?
bowen1506 said:
Anyone noticed gaps between the metal edge and the screen on the alpha? Seems like people have only reported this problem on the note 4. Mine has very noticeable gap at the top left corner, and lower right corner as well.
Sure it doesn't affect its functionality, but it kinda annoys me that there is shis asymmetrical gap on such a beatiful design. Seems to me like yet another quality control fail.
Do you guys have this kind of gap?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No, not at all, even though I have a black version I cant seem to find it. Although it've had some burn-ins on the display itself when I bought the phone and I'm looking forward to getting a new one through warranty if possible.
Best regards,
James
yes
Yes i have the gap on top and left side (have a black at&t Alpha)
dork997 said:
Yes i have the gap on top and left side (have a black at&t Alpha)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Same location as mine? I guess this would be a common problem on the ATT version then. Mine is ATT too. And there is also a gap on the lower right corner. It almost feels like the screen pannel is put into the metal frame at an angle rather than straght.
bowen1506 said:
Anyone noticed gaps between the metal edge and the screen on the alpha? Seems like people have only reported this problem on the note 4. Mine has very noticeable gap at the top left corner, and lower right corner as well.
Sure it doesn't affect its functionality, but it kinda annoys me that there is shis asymmetrical gap on such a beatiful design. Seems to me like yet another quality control fail.
Do you guys have this kind of gap?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes I have that exact same gap on the black version g850w I really don't understand why that's there does Samsung have a problem with precision?
Sent from my SM-G850W using XDA Free mobile app
No gap here. Model 850F european.
AT&T model here, and no gap.
850F european, scuba blue, have gap in the top left cornet, but this not bother me, I dont care, stil beautiful and functional
850F silver no gap
Mr.Nice.ba said:
850F european, scuba blue, have gap in the top left cornet, but this not bother me, I dont care, stil beautiful and functional
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I also see a very very very small gap on the top left (a few microns?) this might be on purpose to relieve the forces on the screen should the aluminium shrink due to temperature.
Sent from my SM-G850F using XDA Free mobile app
This "problem" was mentioned for Note 4 series also, so samsung said that is some kind of protection if your phone hit on the ground... I think it is just an excuse and a smal build problem
850F white,not gap
Mr.Nice.ba said:
This "problem" was mentioned for Note 4 series also, so samsung said that is some kind of protection if your phone hit on the ground... I think it is just an excuse and a smal build problem
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I think so too Samsung still fighting the problem with "fit and finish"
Sent from my SM-G850W using XDA Free mobile app
I 've got 2 850f. the gold is approximatively perfect ,but the silver has a gap on top left corner.
Envoyé depuis mon SM-G850F
850M Factory Unlocked Black - no gaps.
Checking out a few S6 versions- great Camera of course and louder speaker - but from the front I think Alpha and Note 4 are nicer looking.
I love how when you make a Call then hit Home button the Call shrinks to this mini window while you go Online or to another App- perfect multitasking-
One of the main things I will miss if I go to S6.
Touchwiz is more scaled back on my Alpha than S6....
S6 seems a bit more scatterbrained- lol although it can be fixed and customized.
I would also miss the beauty and size of Alpha-
Bet the Scuba Blue Alpha looks really cool- those were very hard to get.
Nope, European 850F model, and no gaps.
I'm not even seeing it in your photo. Perhaps I'm looking at the wrong thing? Draw a red circle around an example?
Related
Hey,
I was watching the videos and the hands-on pictures of galaxy s3 and i noticed that there's an ugly gap between the screen and the bezel and its really bothering me, especially on the white version of the phone. Can anyone tell me why is it that way? I tried searching for the answer but couldn't find any so i decided to ask it here.
Thanks for the replies in advance.
I thing every phone has this black gap
not as much as s3
I too noticed the gap and it is much more visible in white sgs3 than blue. lets see what the s3 users say
It's there, but I don't even notice unless I focus on it. The screen is way to good to focus on a small black gap.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
I didn't realize it was there until reading this post ;-) Non-issue IMO.
BTW I have the white SGIII.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 2
jowabi said:
I didn't realize it was there until reading this post ;-) Non-issue IMO.
BTW I have the white SGIII.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
you know i was deciding to change my mind and wait for pebble blue color bcoz i thought that gap would be an issue. Thanks for clarifying.
Literally didn't notice it until you pointed it out. I have the white and its fine. Probably less noticeable on the blue.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using XDA
but its so visible lol howcome you didnt notice that 0_o
Have you held a S III in your own hands yet? Videos/photos don't show the real beauty of the phone. Don't be so quick to judge
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
I noticed the gaps on my first S3, i went for a replacement this morning because of very obvious spots on my display under black background. Suprisingly, the new unit does not have gaps between the bezel and screen. It fits nicely.
I hade this gap too, should i return it ? I have a smaller One side of the bigger that are under the home button
I had this gap on my White S3, its like screen was coming off and i can see small amount of glu coming out of it.
i went back to shop and exchange with new one which is fine no issues now.
I too never noticed the gap until this thread...not an issue IMO (I have a white S3)
Sorry to revive this thread but I also have this under my home button (though not nearly as bad as mani79 had). I just see a small "ridge" between the screen and plastic bezel.
The display model at my local AT&T store has it as well.
in having a look at my white s3, i dont have any issues whatso ever, not even a small amount of lifting or seperation. Must just be luck of the draw
Notice the ridge between the chrome and glass in this stock photo? That's what I'm talking about. That little ridge.
just check, mine looks ok
I have the pebble blue version and a small gap on the bottom - it isnt noticeable though but I will keep an eye on it as I wont be happy if it starts filling up with dust and becomes unsightly.
This phone has a gap similar but slightly worse than mine. Notice the gap on the right and bottom of the screen.
The bezel on right side of the screen when holding the Tablet on landscape with 1hand from the right there's agap feeling on my thumb feels like pressing gaps with sound as in seems loose from right defected feeling compared to the left side feel
Is this a universal issue or my device is among the unlucky faulty of ones
Going to recieve mine soon and will let u know how mine feels on the right side.
Sent from my K00C using Tapatalk
Crozar said:
The bezel on right side of the screen when holding the Tablet on landscape with 1hand from the right there's agap feeling on my thumb feels like pressing gaps with sound as in seems loose from right defected feeling compared to the left side feel
Is this a universal issue or my device is among the unlucky faulty of ones
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Mine does the same, it was one of the first things I noticed. Mine does it when pressing my thumb a bit over the midline, like 40% into the right bezel, measuring from the top right corner and going downwards. The left bezel feels the most solid but the others have creaking spots.
It is not a big deal imo.
brugobo said:
Mine does the same, it was one of the first things I noticed. Mine does it when pressing my thumb a bit over the midline, like 40% into the right bezel, measuring from the top right corner and going downwards. The left bezel feels the most solid but the others have creaking spots.
It is not a big deal imo.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
since you've mentioned this , im going today to check Sony Electronics here in UAE and test their demo to see if this is a universal issue , its an issue of irritation from its solidity coming from sony this hurts their name. if people accept keeping the condition this way then handling the device will sway from the comfort level of slick solid feel by time.
I don't have that issue with my Xperia Z2 Tablet
I have this issue. Makes a creaking sound when I pinch the tablet on the right side. Did not do this when I first got the tablet but started a couple days ago. Did not seem to affect the water proofing but I only tried running it under a faucet.
Can we warranty this?
gigafast said:
I have this issue. Makes a creaking sound when I pinch the tablet on the right side. Did not do this when I first got the tablet but started a couple days ago. Did not seem to affect the water proofing but I only tried running it under a faucet.
Can we warranty this?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm getting a replacement
Crozar said:
I'm getting a replacement
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I just returned my Z2 tablet and got a reinbursement.
My unit started to have very noticeable rippling artifacts and flashes on the right edge when I was holding the tablet landscape with my right hand. Not always, but far from subtle when it happened, and I do not think I was gripping unreasonably hard. Additionally, holding the tablet from the right edge would sometimes wake up the tablet as if I had double tapped the screen.
It could be my unit but it looked like a weakness in its design so I do not trust the build quality of this model for the long term though I liked everything else about it.
I received my z2 tab today and the right bezel seems fine. No clicking or Halloween feeling to it.
Sent from my SGP511 using Tapatalk
brugobo said:
I just returned my Z2 tablet and got a reinbursement.
My unit started to have very noticeable rippling artifacts and flashes on the right edge when I was holding the tablet landscape with my right hand. Not always, but far from subtle when it happened, and I do not think I was gripping unreasonably hard. Additionally, holding the tablet from the right edge would sometimes wake up the tablet as if I had double tapped the screen.
It could be my unit but it looked like a weakness in its design so I do not trust the build quality of this model for the long term though I liked everything else about it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
so did your reimbursed set have the same sound? I'm hearing it on mine now. =\
sebastiny said:
so did your reimbursed set have the same sound? I'm hearing it on mine now. =\
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I got a refund. Got my money back and I no longer have a Z2.
I recomend that prospective buyers try it at several stores so they get a feeling of its average build quality and buy at one that allows refunds just in case.
I am disappointed by the build quality and I wish those 50 grams they saved from the first Z were used to reinforce the body instead. The original Z tablet was light enough already.
In all other regards, however, the tablet was the best Android tablet experience you can buy.
Crozar said:
I'm getting a replacement
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How's your replacement? still have the sound??
sebastiny said:
How's your repla
cement? still have the sound??
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
im waiting for comtel to give me one since they sent it to sony asia and perhaps this week if not im getting the money back and find another retailer to buy a new one and give u guys feedback for sure
No other owners facing same issue?
ok I just got my new replacement I think this issue is from the production line or somehow its a design flow, this is the 2nd one im feeling and it feels diffrent then my first, the first that I had replaced had the issue from the right side and now this one has the issue from the left side but its diffrent, no more crackling sound under the bezel, but this is just like a loose feel more over then the one from the past, I guess the more tighter they make it the more crackling sound u will feel when handling device. I still didnt test the touch screen and water proof, im going to be using this daily on water and give a later feedback on touch screen and anything else, atleast its less frustrating then my previous one which kept sketching crackling sounds on the right side of the bezel whenever I pick it up with 1 hand from the right.
OK until now was under water for 15min lots of bubbles was coming out of it from the bezel where their was no port it was weird unlike the first one. Its not an iPad the gaps loose feeling from the design is the only problem. The back feels is not enforced proper to the whole build quality. It's like ablowfish,medium pressure presses can make you feel the sway of the build qualities loosness of the chassis /back. &screen
Water goes in the bezel feels heavier after its set under water and I am not sure please verify with your tablet
New update...
Yes water goes in just verified now the crackling sound is back when it used to be a gap of air is now a crackling sounds. The bezel body of this build design is not reinforced perfectly. This is an obvious glitch Sony please wake up.
If u guys want I can demonstrate what I mean and how I knew water goes in from the right side of this tablet.
Once I diped it in my bath tub theirs bubbles lots of little bubbles coming from the upper right edge of the bezel... Meaning air is released....
Their was no sound when I used to carry this tablet with ( one hand) from the (right side edge) on Landscape
But now that first issue still arises..
It's the same issue with the one I had replaced.
Sony is not aware of this issue please help shoutcast to people like Engadget and the review people to reach Sony since Sony support line and emails are dense to react to whom.
i have a same problem on my LTE version SGP521. feels like cheap poorly made device when I hear that cracking sound and I have a feeling that could compromise water tight seal. I talked to sony support and they gave me retarded respond saying give it a time. WTF Sony???
I'm gonna start calling them up until I get replacement I'm not waiting this will not get fixed itself magically.
Myne is same model tablet , the sgp is Singapore base and this issue is the same issue that z2 phone owners are experiencing in Singapore.
if u Google gap screen z2 Singapore, the results will show z2 phone owners 2months ago complaining about the gaps and water resistant.
Sony did not fix Singapore past problem with the z2 phone owners, if this issue is just Singapore I hope so then I'm returning my tablet and ordering one from UK or USA.
Hi, I just noticed that the screen is a little bit sunken into the tablet. So the transition from screen to metal edge is not that smooth, the metal edge stands a bit out. Is this normal?
please post color, model, place of purchase
hill67 said:
Hi, I just noticed that the screen is a little bit sunken into the tablet. So the transition from screen to metal edge is not that smooth, the metal edge stands a bit out. Is this normal?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm pretty sure it's supposed to be like that. Mine is the same.
marctronixx said:
please post color, model, place of purchase
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have a 32 gig, white, WiFi only, purchased at the google play store here in The Netherlands.
hill67 said:
Hi, I just noticed that the screen is a little bit sunken into the tablet. So the transition from screen to metal edge is not that smooth, the metal edge stands a bit out. Is this normal?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for pointing that out!!!! After running my thumb over the sides, I have noticed that the top, bottom, left side, is sunken, but the right side of the screen is flush?????
MRobbo80 said:
Thanks for pointing that out!!!! After running my thumb over the sides, I have noticed that the top, bottom, left side, is sunken, but the right side of the screen is flush?????
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
For me its the left side that's flush with the rest sunken. I'm trying to keep a positive mindset about my new toy but build-wise I'm starting to struggle...
Sent from my Nexus 9 using XDA Free mobile app
geordie1976 said:
For me its the left side that's flush with the rest sunken. I'm trying to keep a positive mindset about my new toy but build-wise I'm starting to struggle...
Sent from my Nexus 9 using XDA Free mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Think I will stay off the forum for a little while, so I can make my own mind up.
Don't help reading negative reviews if you know what I mean ?
My screen is slightly sunken all round. I personally feel this could be intentional to help limit the risk of scratches if someone is careless enough to set their tablet down screen side down.
Sent from my Nexus 9 using Tapatalk
aindow said:
My screen is slightly sunken all round. I personally feel this could be intentional to help limit the risk of scratches if someone is careless enough to set their tablet down screen side down.
Sent from my Nexus 9 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I just noticed this on mine, all edges are just a bit back from the metal edge... Its a bit weird when I notice it but this is a good point!
Hi guys, has anyone come across any defect like a bubbling effect in the paint finish of the housing of the s6 edge??.
I only notice it when the fluorescent light at work hits it & it gives off a reflective shine. I've given the phone a good going over and have noticed this defect is on the right side near the front facing camera & then again near the back button. (See picture)
Sorry its not that clear, but it was a pain trying to capture it
What do you guys reckon?
Picture
There are little small wrinkles on the reflection. It's not a mirror surface and I never expected it to be. Mine is similar to yours in the same spot but unless I'm trying really hard to see it, it isn't there.
Sent from my S6 edge using Tapatalk
Jason_V said:
There are little small wrinkles on the reflection. It's not a mirror surface and I never expected it to be. Mine is similar to yours in the same spot but unless I'm trying really hard to see it, it isn't there.
Sent from my S6 edge using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes, "wrinkles" describes it better!. Is this a defect in the finish? Its annoying now as I know its there. It can't be normal, as I only have two spots where the wrinkle affect is!.
It's not in the surface of the glass, just the metallic finish. I don't think you'll ever find one that doesn't have it.
Sent from my S6 edge using Tapatalk
Take it back!
gibbo82 said:
Hi guys, has anyone come across any defect like a bubbling effect in the paint finish of the housing of the s6 edge??.
I only notice it when the fluorescent light at work hits it & it gives off a reflective shine. I've given the phone a good going over and have noticed this defect is on the right side near the front facing camera & then again near the back button. (See picture)
Sorry its not that clear, but it was a pain trying to capture it
What do you guys reckon?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have the Same "wrinkle" marks on my S6 one near the front camera as well, and one above the back button. And three "pimple" like dots near the home button. Not that noticeable though.
Hey guys,
purchased an S6 Edge (SAMG925, european/international model) yesteday and I was surprised to find something I can only describe as a dotted pattern inside the screen. At first I thought maybe it had something to do with the screen/glass technology, but the more I think about it, the less sense it makes. I can only see it on bright backgrounds, for example while surfing or at the standard, green/blue background. It looks like three really, really small dots running diagonally up to the right. These three dots are all over the screen and it looks like they're almost forming a pattern. I literally have them everywhere, but make no mistake, this isn't scratches or just some random defect with the screen. It looks like they're meant to be there. I double checked with a display model in the store I bought it in and that one had the same "issue". I can only see these dots if I look put the phone up really close to my eyes and if I actually look for them. I've asked two others of my friends and both of them could see them easily after looking for a couple of seconds. Now, daily, this isn't an issue, but I was considering picking up the Gear VR for the S6 and I cannot imagine it WON'T pose a problem once you get up close with the lenses the Gear VR provides.
Anyway, question time: Are there anyone out there that has noticed the same thing? Or are your S6 Edge display flawless and free from a 3-dot pattern? :/
Capactive sensors more than likely for the touchscreen.
Post a picture, please.
I tried getting a photo of it, but I wasn't too successful. Got one that works, I guess. It appears to be sort of a surface-problem. It looks like grease, or even dust, but I know for certain that it isn't. I took a picture of my phone while reading my own post. If you look above the "d", you should see the first anamoly on the screen, then three more in a diagonal line. There's also a dot over the last y in yesterday, but that one is more unclear and harder to see. :/ Hope I'm not seeing things here and that someone else can confirm it looks weird. I cleaned my screen before taking this picture, btw.
I know what you are describing, mine is the same. It is so uniform in pattern that it has to be something to do with the gorilla glass or the touchscreen itself.
Mine had the same issue. But after 3 days they are no longer noticeables. Give them a few days and check again
My s6 edge is waay dimmer than my note 4 normal?
Same Issue
I picked up the s6 edge on the 10th and am noticing that same problem 4 days later for a premium smart phone that boasts it's screen being one of the best around, this is kind of annoying to see this issue.
HexCrown said:
I picked up the s6 edge on the 10th and am noticing that same problem 4 days later for a premium smart phone that boasts it's screen being one of the best around, this is kind of annoying to see this issue.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Mine has slowly gone away, or at least not as visible as it was at first.
---------- Post added at 02:13 AM ---------- Previous post was at 02:12 AM ----------
iGordy101 said:
My s6 edge is waay dimmer than my note 4 normal?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes, I had this concern as well. As another user in another thread mentioned that the S6 on high goes up to roughly 450 nits, but in outdoors or in direct sunlight can go up to a crazy 750 nits which is much brighter than the Note 4. I have the Note4 and S6E. I put a flashlight to the front sensors on the Edge and that think got extremely bright, almost made my note 4 (on manual high) seem like it was on medium in comparison lol. It sucked at first, but then I realized when am I ever going to need it that bright indoors, and if i'm outdoors it will automatically kick it up to eye scorching bright!
I'm hoping mine does also. I love the device but having that surprise was kind offsetting.
Klatten said:
Hey guys,
purchased an S6 Edge (SAMG925, european/international model) yesteday and I was surprised to find something I can only describe as a dotted pattern inside the screen. At first I thought maybe it had something to do with the screen/glass technology, but the more I think about it, the less sense it makes. I can only see it on bright backgrounds, for example while surfing or at the standard, green/blue background. It looks like three really, really small dots running diagonally up to the right. These three dots are all over the screen and it looks like they're almost forming a pattern. I literally have them everywhere, but make no mistake, this isn't scratches or just some random defect with the screen. It looks like they're meant to be there. I double checked with a display model in the store I bought it in and that one had the same "issue". I can only see these dots if I look put the phone up really close to my eyes and if I actually look for them. I've asked two others of my friends and both of them could see them easily after looking for a couple of seconds. Now, daily, this isn't an issue, but I was considering picking up the Gear VR for the S6 and I cannot imagine it WON'T pose a problem once you get up close with the lenses the Gear VR provides.
Anyway, question time: Are there anyone out there that has noticed the same thing? Or are your S6 Edge display flawless and free from a 3-dot pattern? :/
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Same here but mine is more like cloudiness or under-screen scratches, not dots. I noticed while scrolling on white backgrounds in any app.
The streaks are just the camera lens taking in light. Look closely at the center of each pic and above the word "UPDATE" in the Google News page.
I have the same problem dotted pattern inside the screen, i had to replace the s6 edge 3 times and they all have the same f**** problem.
Unkown-user said:
I have the same problem dotted pattern inside the screen, i had to replace the s6 edge 3 times and they all have the same f**** problem.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've given up on the issue as every s6 edge ive seen is like this. Even after having the phone since launch the issue hasn't gone away. I think it is caused by the digitizer having to use a different method because traditional ones do not work on curved screens? Haven't got a chance to compair to a note edfe but I wonder if it had the same issue.
Is this one of those things that can only be seen if it's pointed out and then it can be unseen?
My screen looks flawless...