I haven't seen an Xperia X in person, but looking at videos I'm really torn between black and white. I see a number of videos recommending against the X based on its rollout price, but there are some deals below $250 on new phones now and I think this phone is actually a value at that price. I had a Z3 Compact a couple of years ago, and it was one of the best phones I've owned.
This appears to be a really good looking phone. Is the 2.5D glass as noticeable on the white phones as it is on the black???
I own the white version, and I love it. The silver metal back is just the thing for me. Also, scratches show a bit less on the white color. The 2.5D glass shows quite a lot, that is if there is any light nearby reflecting on the screen, such as my monitor right now,
I have bought this phone at the price of 320 euroes. If you have found it for 250 dollars, buy it. No really, buy it NOW. For this price, you can't go better, unless you want to try out chinese brands.
Black graphite!
It's sleek and the screen blends in seamlessly.
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I love the black graphite. But I have to buy a silver one, after 2 weeks waiting, since the seller doesn't have black in stock!
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I own the white version, and I love it. The silver metal back is just the thing for me. Also, scratches show a bit less on the white color. The 2.5D glass shows quite a lot, that is if there is any light nearby reflecting on the screen, such as my monitor right now,
I have bought this phone at the price of 320 euroes. If you have found it for 250 dollars, buy it. No really, buy it NOW. For this price, you can't go better, unless you want to try out chinese brands.
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Is the white a true white or is it more a pearl white. I'm about to buy an Xperia X tonight and not sure which color to buy. I can get the white version right now for $229 dollars through B&H so I was going to go with white. Tough choice.
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Is the white a true white or is it more a pearl white. I'm about to buy an Xperia X tonight and not sure which color to buy. I can get the white version right now for $229 dollars through B&H so I was going to go with white. Tough choice.
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Um, I guess its true white. It also has a shiny looling effect to it, I dont know how to explain. Basically the white in the pictures look the same in real life too.
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Dconn1975 said:
Is the white a true white or is it more a pearl white. I'm about to buy an Xperia X tonight and not sure which color to buy. I can get the white version right now for $229 dollars through B&H so I was going to go with white. Tough choice.
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229 dollars is amazkng, I think I paid around 360 dollars. I dont know if you can do much better at this price range.maybe you can, havent bothered looking at other phones after getting the X
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Um, I guess its true white. It also has a shiny looling effect to it, I dont know how to explain. Basically the white in the pictures look the same in real life too.
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229 dollars is amazkng, I think I paid around 360 dollars. I dont know if you can do much better at this price range.maybe you can, havent bothered looking at other phones after getting the X
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Yeah but at $229 I still don't get to use the fingerprint sensor. Is there a way to enable it if I buy the US model Xperia X?
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Dconn1975 said:
Is the white a true white or is it more a pearl white. I'm about to buy an Xperia X tonight and not sure which color to buy. I can get the white version right now for $229 dollars through B&H so I was going to go with white. Tough choice.
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It almost looks like a pearl white. I'm looking forward to the 5 inch screen. To me personally I think a 5 inch screen is the perfect size for a phone. You get the best of both worlds meaning you can still easily watch a movie on a 5 inch display and still use one hand to operate the phone. It's the perfect size. I've just got to figure out how to enable the fingerprint sensor. Does anyone know how I can do that because I'll be buying the US model. Any help is greatly appreciated.
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Yeah but at $229 I still don't get to use the fingerprint sensor. Is there a way to enable it if I buy the US model Xperia X?
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It almost looks like a pearl white. I'm looking forward to the 5 inch screen. To me personally I think a 5 inch screen is the perfect size for a phone. You get the best of both worlds meaning you can still easily watch a movie on a 5 inch display and still use one hand to operate the phone. It's the perfect size. I've just got to figure out how to enable the fingerprint sensor. Does anyone know how I can do that because I'll be buying the US model. Any help is greatly appreciated.
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Yes 5 inches is the golden spot. Dont worry, if you live in the US the fingerprint sensor it self is in the phone, it's only a phone software restriction. Just flash any custom or European stock rom and you are good to go. No need to root or anything I think
My graphite grey one looks a lot less "premium" than my partners rose gold one, mines picked up lots of little scratches despite having a cover
cpurick said:
I haven't seen an Xperia X in person, but looking at videos I'm really torn between black and white. I see a number of videos recommending against the X based on its rollout price, but there are some deals below $250 on new phones now and I think this phone is actually a value at that price. I had a Z3 Compact a couple of years ago, and it was one of the best phones I've owned.
This appears to be a really good looking phone. Is the 2.5D glass as noticeable on the white phones as it is on the black???
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I ended up buying the Graphite Black for only 199 dollars from B&H and it's was actually a great deal. I've got 30 days to decide whether I want the X Performance or not which in the gold color it's only 299 dollars. I'm very tempted to step up to the top model now instead of the X. What do you guys think I should do. Black and White are both sold out so my options are gold and rose gold. I think I would opt for the lime gold color. That's steal for 299 dollars for a 820 flagship device really. But do was my deal I found on the X model at 199 dollars. Which do you think I should go for?
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I ended up buying the Graphite Black for only 199 dollars from B&H and it's was actually a great deal. I've got 30 days to decide whether I want the X Performance or not which in the gold color it's only 299 dollars. I'm very tempted to step up to the top model now instead of the X. What do you guys think I should do. Black and White are both sold out so my options are gold and rose gold. I think I would opt for the lime gold color. That's steal for 299 dollars for a 820 flagship device really. But do was my deal I found on the X model at 199 dollars. Which do you think I should go for?
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X Performance isn't exactly top model anymore. It's good, but not worth the 100$ difference in my opinion. The only differences are just a bit of more battery and a better cpu. Personally, the CPU of the X is perfect and enough for me, and I even play some heavy games
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Still debating about getting the Note 2 but i figured I didn't see a thread for this so I would make one. What color phone did you get? From reading most have gone with the Titanium Gray but I am seriously considering the Marble White, just wondering what everyone got and why.
I picked up grey. I prefer the look of brushed metal over white, plus it hides scratches well. I have my alterior motives...
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I picked up grey. I prefer the look of brushed metal over white, plus it hides scratches well. I have my alterior motives...
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What to wear long sleeves in the summer ? The white version is going for more on ebay... I'm considering buying the phone outright since I don't want to lose my unlimited 4g.
LBJM said:
What to wear long sleeves in the summer ? The white version is going for more on ebay... I'm considering buying the phone outright since I don't want to lose my unlimited 4g.
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It's funny how two phones of the same value and condition can be auctioned at higher prices...because it is white.
Beyond me.
Picked up the white.. I like the flip covers and picked up a Light Blue, White and Grey ones.. So really the color changes easily at least the back and I prefer the white front with the covers
I went with Grey. Wife went with white. I'm happy with my choice, and so is she. White hides prints better, and Grey looks smaller and less shocking when up to the ear. Wish I could have both and swap out sim card every other day.
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I thought the white looked a little cheesy, but that's me. The Gray seemed to look a little classier.
But I came from using the DNA for 2 weeks and that phone was VERY sexy.
I got the gray because the led notification light showed up more clearly on it.
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I got white mainly because i live in texas and I have my phone in a car dock up on the front dash all the time. Ive had problems with my black moto droid2 overheating from the sun so I figure the white should help a little on not overheating
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I thought the white looked a little cheesy, but that's me. The Gray seemed to look a little classier.
But I came from using the DNA for 2 weeks and that phone was VERY sexy.
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really I had the DNA for about a week and even though black and red are me fav colors I kinda thought the design on the DNA was a mess.
Even though i had a white s3 i went with the grey. I liked the white but the outline of the screen seemed to defined. I like when the screen is off on the grey one how it kinda blends in with the rest of the phone.
I haven't gotten mine yet. But, when I do, I will get the gray one. I prefer my electronics in darker colors. I'd have been really happy if they'd put out a cover like the original Note. But, gray will suffice.
I have the grey one.
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Titanium FTW :good:
Apple has tainted white phones and tablets for me. Also, white gets dirty much more easily.
Ok, I picked up a gray one, not sure how long I will have it, lol, but for now I do. Evaluating if I want to keep it or Nexus, will be deciding over the next 2 weeks or so.
Grey all the way. A: i associate white with apple products. Don't know why. And 2: I think I read about the white getting dirty and yellowing over time.
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I picked up the Grey, because I never really liked the idea of white phones. Also white phones tend to get dirty and turn a little tan after awhile.....
Sent from my rooted galaxy note 2... U mad?
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Titanium FTW :good:
Apple has tainted white phones and tablets for me. Also, white gets dirty much more easily.
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You have it all wrong, white likes to get dirty My ipod is black...Apple taints everything they touch. Back when I purchased the ipod it was the music player with the most accessories. Everything else apple has made has used inferior hardware (to the competition at the time) and has charged way too much for it. The crazy part is people are still falling for the same old trick.
White Baby. Then picked up neon green Amzer shell holster case. Goes great with the White.
Cocaine White
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I have read pretty much every post in this forum over the past few days, and have finally pulled the trigger on an Xperia Z ultra in black. MY HTC One was promptly sold on eBay to help fund the purchase. Really looking forward to getting it (especially as I have borrowed a friends iPhone 4s to use while I wait - such a tiny screen). Ordered it from Hong Kong from an eBay seller, really hoping I don't get hit with a massive import tax charge (I'm in the UK). I guess only time will tell. Will post my thoughts once it arrives. Hopefully my only concern re the purchase will be dispelled (will it fit in my trouser pocket).
Wellcome to the club, you won't regret it, just out of interest what the name of the company you ordered it from, wondering if it's the same as the one I used.
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Hello, bought it from here:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380693324719?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
So hoping I wont get stung with massive import charges as Im already struggling to justify the purchase of the phone to the wife. Although my recently bought iPad mini might soften the blow if I give it to her.
mcteague said:
Wellcome to the club, you won't regret it, just out of interest what the name of the company you ordered it from, wondering if it's the same as the one I used.
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Hello, bought it from here:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380693324719?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
So hoping I wont get stung with massive import charges as Im already struggling to justify the purchase of the phone to the wife. Although my recently bought iPad mini might soften the blow if I give it to her.
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Looks sound to me, got good feedback, give the Mrs the Ipad definately, heres a link for screen protectors if you want, theres loads of screen to scratch. The only cases apart from TPU gel ones are in Hong Kong or China etc.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SAMRICK-Tra...UTF8&qid=1376464090&sr=1-258&keywords=SAMRICK
You've probably got it sorted but theses are good with protection layers each side.
JamDonot said:
I have read pretty much every post in this forum over the past few days, and have finally pulled the trigger on an Xperia Z ultra in black. MY HTC One was promptly sold on eBay to help fund the purchase. Really looking forward to getting it (especially as I have borrowed a friends iPhone 4s to use while I wait - such a tiny screen). Ordered it from Hong Kong from an eBay seller, really hoping I don't get hit with a massive import tax charge (I'm in the UK). I guess only time will tell. Will post my thoughts once it arrives. Hopefully my only concern re the purchase will be dispelled (will it fit in my trouser pocket).
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I am close to doing the same and funnily enough I also have a HTC One but just waiting to see how much the LTE version costs and then will see if I can really justify it.
Cheers for all the help with the links guys, much appreciated. I really liked my HTC One, but I used the official hard case, and it scraped the phone. I am very anal about my tech, and loose interest if it gets marked at all.
Going to have a look at the screen protectors now, dont want the screen getting damaged.
daleski75 said:
I am close to doing the same and funnily enough I also have a HTC One but just waiting to see how much the LTE version costs and then will see if I can really justify it.
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Hello, bought it from here:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380693324719?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
So hoping I wont get stung with massive import charges as Im already struggling to justify the purchase of the phone to the wife. Although my recently bought iPad mini might soften the blow if I give it to her.
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Let me know how you get on with the charges mate, Id be very interested to find out.
I actually emailed the same company yesterday to see if they could mark the value down for customs purposes I've not had a reply though.
An update. The seller above agree to mark the price at 1/3rd of the value and mark as a gift to cut down on import charges. I still haven't bought it yet. Im trying to hold out for the C6833 LTE model.
JamDonot said:
I have read pretty much every post in this forum over the past few days, and have finally pulled the trigger on an Xperia Z ultra in black. MY HTC One was promptly sold on eBay to help fund the purchase. Really looking forward to getting it (especially as I have borrowed a friends iPhone 4s to use while I wait - such a tiny screen). Ordered it from Hong Kong from an eBay seller, really hoping I don't get hit with a massive import tax charge (I'm in the UK). I guess only time will tell. Will post my thoughts once it arrives. Hopefully my only concern re the purchase will be dispelled (will it fit in my trouser pocket).
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Oh... you are going to love it!!! I wish i could see your face when you unbox it and see the size for the first time haha.
I love mine and could not be happier with it! Be sure to post your impressions when you get the beast
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Oh... you are going to love it!!! I wish i could see your face when you unbox it and see the size for the first time haha.
I love mine and could not be happier with it! Be sure to post your impressions when you get the beast
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My Xperia Z Ultra arrived this morning, two day shipping from Hong Kong to the UK, and no import charges, very happy teddy.
When the package arrived the box wasn't overly large, so was thinking the phone isn't that large, I opened the box, and boy its large, impressively so.
I work in computer forensics so am fairly techy, as are the guys I work with, but I initially I got a barrage of Dom Jolly Jokes. For those that don't know, he is a UK comedian: http://cdn2.business2community.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dom-joly-phone.jpg
Anyway, back to the phone, and I have only had it for about two hours, so they are fairly initial impression. The phone is simply stunning, yes its large, yes Im going to probably going to struggle to get it to fit into some of my trouser pockets, yes I might look like an idiot taking a call until I buy a SBH52, but you know what, I don't care. The quality of the phone is simply stunning, screen has to be seen to be believed. Now I have had pretty much every flagship Android phone, even dabbled with an iPhone 5 for a bit, have a Retina iPad and a, typing this on a Mac Thunderbolt monitor, so I have seen many high quality screens; the Xperia Z Ultra screen, in my opinion surpasses them all. The level of detail has to be seen to be believed,and when holding it watching the Smurfs 2 trailer that came with the phone, the phone actually shudders when the volume is turned up, simply awesome, its like a built in sub woofer.
I updated the software to the latest version as soon as I switched it on, and the phone has been super quick, no lags, nothing at all.
The phone has a nice weight to it, not too heavy, but heavy enough to know that you are holding a quality piece of tech. I have had no issue with sim card installation (there is a little guide on the plastic on the back of the phone), and the cover pressed closed firmly. So far I have had no issues with screen tearing, or black screen as others have reported (I bought the black one).
I feel like I am starting to ramble a little, so I will stop here. Suffice to say that if you are on the fence, and are worried about the size like me, don't be, buy it, every other phone is now looking a little small.
I will try to answer any questions if anyone has any. Oh, and these are just my thoughts and opinions, I am not saying that they are right, and if you have a differing opinion, you are not wrong, these are simply my thoughts.
JamDonot said:
My Xperia Z Ultra arrived this morning, two day shipping from Hong Kong to the UK, and no import charges, very happy teddy.
When the package arrived the box wasn't overly large, so was thinking the phone isn't that large, I opened the box, and boy its large, impressively so.
I work in computer forensics so am fairly techy, as are the guys I work with, but I initially I got a barrage of Dom Jolly Jokes. For those that don't know, he is a UK comedian: http://cdn2.business2community.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dom-joly-phone.jpg
Anyway, back to the phone, and I have only had it for about two hours, so they are fairly initial impression. The phone is simply stunning, yes its large, yes Im going to probably going to struggle to get it to fit into some of my trouser pockets, yes I might look like an idiot taking a call until I buy a SBH52, but you know what, I don't care. The quality of the phone is simply stunning, screen has to be seen to be believed. Now I have had pretty much every flagship Android phone, even dabbled with an iPhone 5 for a bit, have a Retina iPad and a, typing this on a Mac Thunderbolt monitor, so I have seen many high quality screens; the Xperia Z Ultra screen, in my opinion surpasses them all. The level of detail has to be seen to be believed,and when holding it watching the Smurfs 2 trailer that came with the phone, the phone actually shudders when the volume is turned up, simply awesome, its like a built in sub woofer.
I updated the software to the latest version as soon as I switched it on, and the phone has been super quick, no lags, nothing at all.
The phone has a nice weight to it, not too heavy, but heavy enough to know that you are holding a quality piece of tech. I have had no issue with sim card installation (there is a little guide on the plastic on the back of the phone), and the cover pressed closed firmly. So far I have had no issues with screen tearing, or black screen as others have reported (I bought the black one).
I feel like I am starting to ramble a little, so I will stop here. Suffice to say that if you are on the fence, and are worried about the size like me, don't be, buy it, every other phone is now looking a little small.
I will try to answer any questions if anyone has any. Oh, and these are just my thoughts and opinions, I am not saying that they are right, and if you have a differing opinion, you are not wrong, these are simply my thoughts.
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Thanks for posting your detailed first impressions. Couldn't agree with you more. I love my Ultra!
Like I said in my first impressions too, its the best screen I've seen on any mobile device. Period. Can't believe pocket now said it was 'mediocre'.... If this screen is mediocre then call me blind.
But yeah, it's funny... After I unboxed mine.. I thought the phone looked bigger than the box it arrived in haha. Optical illusion
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What colour would you recommend getting? I'm torn between black and white.
Black - looks sleek and smooth and discrete. Concerned about fingerprints though
White - draws more attention probably, cant see finger prints but am worried about the white framing of the display at the front distracting from the screen.
Thoughts? Help me choose!
liqn7 said:
What colour would you recommend getting? I'm torn between black and white.
Black - looks sleek and smooth and discrete. Concerned about fingerprints though
White - draws more attention probably, cant see finger prints but am worried about the white framing of the display at the front distracting from the screen.
Thoughts? Help me choose!
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I went for black, I normally go for white in phones, but I personally think that as its such a big device the all blacks makes it all the sleeker. I have to e honest though, I nearly got it in white, but also felt that the white would appear larger. Probably a silly notion, but hey. Phone totally rocks.
Are the fingerprints on the black as bad as they make out on the video reviews and hands ons?
liqn7 said:
What colour would you recommend getting? I'm torn between black and white.
Black - looks sleek and smooth and discrete. Concerned about fingerprints though
White - draws more attention probably, cant see finger prints but am worried about the white framing of the display at the front distracting from the screen.
Thoughts? Help me choose!
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Yeah the black one is a fingerprint magnet but mainly on the back. The front display seems to be more resistant to oil etc.
I bought the white one because I liked the silver framing and I thought it gave the device a more defined look
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Thanks for the reply
Love your videos by the way
What happens with warranty issues since its brought from abroad?
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liqn7 said:
What colour would you recommend getting? I'm torn between black and white.
Black - looks sleek and smooth and discrete. Concerned about fingerprints though
White - draws more attention probably, cant see finger prints but am worried about the white framing of the display at the front distracting from the screen.
Thoughts? Help me choose!
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I'll go with the black. I like white phones, but they have to be 100% white (including the front), or else i think it looks a little off. The black is classy and minimalistic, while the zebra version is more stylish i guess (depending on who you ask).
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I'll go with the black. I like white phones, but they have to be 100% white (including the front), or else i think it looks a little off. The black is classy and minimalistic, while the zebra version is more stylish i guess (depending on who you ask).
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Thanks for the reply
Love your videos by the way
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Thank you very much
Using the White Z Ultra reminds me of a Macbook Pro a little. Big screen with black glass and the silver trim around the edges. Very classy.
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For those of you who've replaced your screens either DIY or via LG warranty replacement...please post how your screen quality and viewing angles compare to the original LCD.
I'll start...
1. On my Current G2, I had a perfect screen. Perfect viewing angles and excellent image quality with no defects
2. Ebay Replacement screen #1 had dead pixels and Mira lines.
3. Ebay replacement screen # 2 had horrible color. Almost black and white
4. Amazon replacement screen has great color & image quality but lesser degree of viewing angles.
It's hard to explain but easy to compare to other G2s and phones when you compare side by side.
After all these screen swaps in the last couple months I've decided to keep this screen and use the phone as is.
How does your replacement screen compare to the original one?
I got LG performed a "total refurbished" when I dropped and shattered my screen.
It came back and looked like new, no difference to the original.
After a shattered screen i got it replaced.two months waoting time.now have jdi panel but brightness is very low and have lots of screen bleed around the edges.the repairman did not do a good job but the panel itself is of lower quality.color and contrast ok but luminosity is about 70%of the original...not happy but no money for yet another panel...
Conclusion:dont drop the phone...
After having touch screen issues on my phone (no-touch zone, ghost touches), I bought a replacement screen for my D800 off eBay.
Got it replaced and so far, the quality (colours, brightness, touch accuracy) is very good. I'd say the screen is slightly more yellow than my original screen but it's by no means an issue.
The screen I got for my "new" Z3, is full of problems. It has press marks(areas on the screen which appear brighter/whiter) and the screen "flickers" on high brightness. My friend can't see it well, but I can very clearly see the screen going bright->dark->bright->dark slightly and very quickly.
Dropped mine and got it replaced at a cheap place in Bangkok.
Colours are the same, viewing angles are not as good, but
those doesn't matter to me.
Been 2 months dropped phone again, screen shattert again...
Biggest supprise: Touch is still working perfectly! Seems like the cheap replacement screen doesn't have the NoGap technology like the original ones haha. Seems like win win to me!
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After a shattered screen i got it replaced.two months waoting time.now have jdi panel but brightness is very low and have lots of screen bleed around the edges.the repairman did not do a good job but the panel itself is of lower quality.color and contrast ok but luminosity is about 70%of the original...not happy but no money for yet another panel...
Conclusion:dont drop the phone...
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Thanks for the responses guys and sorry to hear about your screens.
Made a new poll. Please participate.
I'm trying to make a case that there are different versions of LCD panels made by different manufacturers.
They don't advertise which is which but we're starting to notice now that we're having out screens replaced.
I replaced my LG D800 screen with one from Amazon and the colors are slightly darker but other than that no big deal. I didn't do a good job with the replacement so there is definite light bleed on the edges and after four months of using it im getting ghost touches if I press on the lower portion of the screen. Don't think it's quite worth the $80 replacement to try again and get it right, just something I'll deal with until a new phone comes out and I can get it replaced all together.
Similar experience to laboratik except the repair was done at LG so the workmanship is good. But it is jdi panel and darker than the original.
Thank you guys for the responses. This thread should be helpful to others in our same situation.
The sad fact is that the market is flooded with aftermarket screens made by who knows.
Just compared my screen with the S6 Edge and have to say I'm very impressed with the image and color on this replacement screen however that's where the buck stops.
The reduced viewing angles are tolerable at best. I'd hate to remove this replacement screen send it back all over again...roll, dice pray I get a perfect match but unless I'm removing it from a G2 myself I'm starting to believe it's not likely it'll happen.
Check out this review on Amazon re: the screen I have.
This guy nails my current situation
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/review/..._dp_cr?cursor=3&qid=1428191059&sort=rd&sr=8-1
tiguy99 said:
For those of you who've replaced your screens either DIY or via LG warranty replacement...please post how your screen quality and viewing angles compare to the original LCD.
I'll start...
1. On my Current G2, I had a perfect screen. Perfect viewing angles and excellent image quality with no defects
2. Ebay Replacement screen #1 had dead pixels and Mira lines.
3. Ebay replacement screen # 2 had horrible color. Almost black and white
4. Amazon replacement screen has great color & image quality but lesser degree of viewing angles.
It's hard to explain but easy to compare to other G2s and phones when you compare side by side.
After all these screen swaps in the last couple months I've decided to keep this screen and use the phone as is.
How does your replacement screen compare to the original one?
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I got a few of them from eBay, I can link you the buyer if you want, I've sold them and they are close to OEM, they only have one MAJOR flaw, they are thicker. While you'd think this wouldn't be an issue, they are thick enough to not be able to slip into most cases, so it's annoying.
http://www.ebay.com/usr/wholesaleblimited?_trksid=p2053788.m1543.l2754
That's the ebay seller I use for replacement parts.
So far the screens have been OEM quality( G2, GPro, AHD) I've bought a few from there, and they all have great quality, except for the thickness, they all seem to be thicker, this is probably due to it not being real gorilla glass, and just a knock off lol.
it looks like my replacement screen for LG service center has slightly lower sunlight legibility than original,
I dont know which panel is this, but brightness is reduced
sameerm02 said:
it looks like my replacement screen for LG service center has slightly lower sunlight legibility than original,
I dont know which panel is this, but brightness is reduced
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After removing the Amazon screen and reinstalling the original one, I notice the Amazon one has slightly higher ppi/contrast with a smoother looking picture....WTH
Now if I can have that with the original screen's viewing angles I'd be golden....
Oh well....time to pack it back and return it back...will report back shortly
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After having touch screen issues on my phone (no-touch zone, ghost touches), I bought a replacement screen for my D800 off eBay.
Got it replaced and so far, the quality (colours, brightness, touch accuracy) is very good. I'd say the screen is slightly more yellow than my original screen but it's by no means an issue.
The screen I got for my "new" Z3, is full of problems. It has press marks(areas on the screen which appear brighter/whiter) and the screen "flickers" on high brightness. My friend can't see it well, but I can very clearly see the screen going bright->dark->bright->dark slightly and very quickly.
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strange, that happens to me also, totally stock phone, no replacements at all
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Silentwidow said:
I got a few of them from eBay, I can link you the buyer if you want, I've sold them and they are close to OEM, they only have one MAJOR flaw, they are thicker. While you'd think this wouldn't be an issue, they are thick enough to not be able to slip into most cases, so it's annoying.
That's the ebay seller I use for replacement parts.
So far the screens have been OEM quality( G2, GPro, AHD) I've bought a few from there, and they all have great quality, except for the thickness, they all seem to be thicker, this is probably due to it not being real gorilla glass, and just a knock off lol.
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I bougth several screens from that seller... but with frame... i have not noticed about the "thicker".
But, is not just knock off, my screens has knock on... I think you have to run the "update touch menu" in service menu...
Hye guys. Im sorry if im in the wrong thread. Right now im in need for lg g2 d802 lcd full assembly replacement but im in tight budget right now. I can afford max for 60 bucks. ( im still depressed about losing my job though lol ) I've found several replacement at ebay from China that is under my budget but im in doubt if it is quality enough to be acceptable to be use in this great phone? I've heard about "crazy touch" issue too so im afraid if im not lucky enough to get one of those. Anyone here have experienced with these full lcd assembly from ebay? I would like to know if all those claim are true or not.
Anyway this is one im talking about - http://www.ebay.com.my/itm/301568732266?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
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Hye guys. Im sorry if im in the wrong thread. Right now im in need for lg g2 d802 lcd full assembly replacement but im in tight budget right now. I can afford max for 60 bucks. ( im still depressed about losing my job though lol ) I've found several replacement at ebay from China that is under my budget but im in doubt if it is quality enough to be acceptable to be use in this great phone? I've heard about "crazy touch" issue too so im afraid if im not lucky enough to get one of those. Anyone here have experienced with these full lcd assembly from ebay? I would like to know if all those claim are true or not.
Anyway this is one im talking about - http://www.ebay.com.my/itm/301568732266?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
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That one almost certainly looks like it will be a low quality replacement you will be unhappy with.
My personal opinion, if you want a full frame screen replacement....at least get one with the LG logo.
Saw one on ebay for 59.00 last night. The seller claimed to test them before they ship.
Http://www.ebay.com/itm/181670823997?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Not sure which model you have but make sure you confirm with the seller before you bid
i have ordered my replacement screen with frame from etradesupply.com should be reaching me in 5 days time.. Will report back. Got it for $60.
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That one almost certainly looks like it will be a low quality replacement you will be unhappy with.
My personal opinion, if you want a full frame screen replacement....at least get one with the LG logo.
Saw one on ebay for 59.00 last night. The seller claimed to test them before they ship.
Http://www.ebay.com/itm/181670823997?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Not sure which model you have but make sure you confirm with the seller before you bid
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That one looks legit to me but i need to ask the seller first. Its going to be so many question from me. Lol.
Btw my phone model is D802.
somberi said:
i have ordered my replacement screen with frame from etradesupply.com should be reaching me in 5 days time.. Will report back. Got it for $60.
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Once you got it could you reviewed it here? I might order from etradesupply .com too.
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That one looks legit to me but i need to ask the seller first. Its going to be so many question from me. Lol.
Btw my phone model is D802.
Once you got it could you reviewed it here? I might order from etradesupply .com too.
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My shipment status says expected delivery Wed, Apr 15. Hope there are no more delays. Will keep the thread posted on how the screen performs.
Is Asus Zenwatch 2 already in the market?
It looks similar with Zenwatch 1
Zenwatch price drop by so much that I went to buy it. I think I can live with the daily charging and lack of a crown button at the side. Who else is with me?
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Who else is with me?
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Me, especially with the latest firmware upgrade (LCA43). :good:
512 RAM is not enough!!!
Am I missing something from the next gen of Android Wear watch??? Same Processor, same RAM, same Resolution, same Storage.
For Asus, we are getting a crown button, better battery according to them, but the sandwich design is gone which I simply love.
For Moto, they switched to Snapdragon 400, lol. The flat tire is still there.
For the rest, I don't know. It seems the whole world is switching to round watch except Asus (Oh yeah!, I love Rectangular watch)
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For Asus, we are getting a crown button, better battery according to them, but the sandwich design is gone which I simply love.
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ZenWatch 2 are also bringing WiFi connectivity.
Good price, but otherwise seems a bit meh to me. I'll be sticking with my old one and see what the new Moto looks like.
Asus ZenWatch 2: Hands-on
Does the zen watch 1/2 have a heart rate sensor?
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Does the zen watch 1/2 have a heart rate sensor?
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The ZW1 uses two fingers on the sides of the face to measure heart rate. I don't know how the ZW2 will measure it.
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The ZW1 uses two fingers on the sides of the face to measure heart rate. I don't know how the ZW2 will measure it.
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Zenwatch 2 is the same. ....
Actually it's not. They removed the heart rate sensor.
On topic: The watch is available for order on the Google Store. You can preorder three versions of the watch at Bestbuy.com. It looks like it will only be available online. I preordered mine and it should arrive on Friday
I got mine. Gunmetal w/ navy leather strap from Google store. I replaced the band with a black metal one anyway.
I like it a lot, think it looks better in person. Seems pretty responsive and only drained about 15% battery after 4 hours.
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I got mine. Gunmetal w/ navy leather strap from Google store. I replaced the band with a black metal one anyway.
I like it a lot, think it looks better in person. Seems pretty responsive and only drained about 15% battery after 4 hours.
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Where did you get a metal band at? I am considering buying one, don't think I'll like the navy band.
Thanks
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jaben2 said:
Where did you get a metal band at? I am considering buying one, don't think I'll like the navy band.
Thanks
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Amazon, any 22mm band will work but you'll need the spring bars and spring bar tool (or you can just take it to a jeweler)
I got this one,
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00SC2WCHW/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Picked one of these up at my local Best Buy store last night. Will play around with it for a while and see if I like. Price was right!
Just picked one up at Best Buy and they matched a cheaper price from Amazon.
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Submitted my order via Google for an unlocked 3 XL 128GB in Not Pink. I'm pretty excited. Who else has taken the plunge, and what did you order?
Yes, regular 3 (not XL) in black 64GB. Upgrading from a Pixel XL, which has pretty much the same size screen.
Pixel 3 in white. Coming from a 2 in same color. Super happy to have just a little more screen.
Thinking about ordering it to have along side my iPhone X’s max.
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Pixel 3 in white, 64gb. Coming from a 2 in Black. Looking forward to the wireless charging, update camera (I use it extensively), subtly larger screen WITHOUT getting a bigger phone (!). I'll be honest, as much as I've longer all the Google phones over the years, this was the hardest one to pull the trigger on, especially as a pre-order. $799 is too much for this phone, but I'll justify with the $300 trade-in for my 2. I'm pretty disappointed that the significantly higher price for the non-XL didn't come with a bump in default storage. At scale, it couldn't possibly cost them for than a few cents per unit to double the storage. I get it though, since all phone manufacturers have been screwing consumers on this regard for years. Ah well, sucks to be a sucker for new tech...
Est October 22nd-23rd ship date. The last two years ,it's arrived next day, via FedEx, for me in the Chicagoland region.
Pixel 3 64 white. Gave my nephew my 2xl, dont like big phones. I was using the essential until the update the locked it and then I bricked it. Been using the Nokia 6.1 and its been pretty painful using that phone.
Pixel 3 black 128, I had a Pixel XL 2, but lost it, so I've been using a Pixel XL lately. I also preordered a black camo dbrand skin for it.
Pixel 3
I traded in the Pixel XL that was a backup to my Pixel 2. I will now use that as the backup. Figure the $130 + $50 tradeup was as good as I was going to get. I use Fi, so gaining the Band 71 on TMobile.
Pre-ordered a Pixel 3 128GB in Black as an upgrade to my barely functioning HTC 10 I've had for 2.5 years. F5'ing like mad during the event waiting for the sale to come online
Regular Pixel 3 unlocked. Black 64GB. Might trade my OG Pixel XL and keep my 2XL as a back up. Got approved for credit which surprised me since I am not working. Don't know why I did it. Normally an XL guy but couldn't take that notch. Supposed to arrive by EOM. Ordered a stand also. That supposed to arrive a week later
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Black Pixel 3, 64GB, coming from a 5x. Oct 22 -23 estimated delivery .
Upgraded my 128 XL2 black to a 128 XL3 black. Wife is going tom a 128 XL2 black to a 128 XL3 white.
pieman13 said:
Pixel 3 in white. Coming from a 2 in same color. Super happy to have just a little more screen.
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The screen size is different due to aspect ratio
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Ordered black pixel 3 128gb
Black 128 GB
Regular Pixel 3 - Not Pink - 64GB from Verizon for my wife. She's upgrading from a first gen Pixel.
Pixel white 128gb - Moving on from my HTC 10. It's been a great phone but I really wanted to step up my camera at this point and with the pre-order discount, it made it a no-brainer to move over to Google Fi from Tmo for my wife and I.
Pixel 3 in White, 128GB. Coming from a black 2XL. If not for the blue shift on the 2XL screen I might keep it and sit this round out.
As to 3 vs. 3XL, I'm not a fan of the notch on the 3XL, and anyway I'm ready for a slightly smaller phone and I feel like the 3 strikes a good balance of screen size to phone size (unlike the 2 which had the chins).
Pixel 3 Pre order
So I got the pixel 3 xl. Still debating if i should keep it. IDK what do you guys think the rooting situation would be on it?Also got the Pixel stand worth it? Amazon has some stands for $20 also 10W. What do you guys think?
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So I got the pixel 3 xl. Still debating if i should keep it. IDK what do you guys think the rooting situation would be on it?Also got the Pixel stand worth it? Amazon has some stands for $20 also 10W. What do you guys think?
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The stand is definitely not worth it, my $20 wireless charger will suit me just fine.
Going with Black Pixel. 64gb. Love to have more storage but its not like Sammy to expend. Not going to pay extra for extra.
I love XL and dont mind the notch but im trying to move away from the larger phones. I use my S8+ a lot with one hand and its not fun. To the point where i realize i struggle with my little hands.
Cant pre order as i still want to play with both and make my final decision on which one to go. I wish small one had a notch or smaller bezels on top then it be no brainier.