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hi as many note 3 users know, the plastic side frame is easy to get damaged, i have few cracks and one line just under the main power button (not sure just facial or completely crack?)
so, how easy is to change and which one i have to buy ? - im quite noob in hardware sides.
Sure you can buy one on Ebay
I have the same problem, the silver plastic bezel is very fragile.
If you search in Ebay you can found the Bezel and some of them come with tools to turn this in a complete DIY.
Actually i found all the body for this phone in ebay, so you can turn your used and damaged note 3 into a "brand new" one.
Thanks 4 the info. Where did you find it. Could you please share the link?
Thx in advance
hey guys.here is a link for the bezel replacement Bezel On EBAY
i want to tell you that it's not that easy to change it as you need to move the lcd screen from the one bezel to the other one.
there is glue between the lcd and the bezel so you need to warm it and remove it really carefully.i did the process yesterday on my note 3 and it was a pain in the a$$ so i have to tell you to be carefull before any move you re going to do.
Any link for Indian note 3?
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I considered doing this, as I was given a note 3 a while back, but the bezel is beat to hell and the screen had a minor crack. I should've replaced both at the same time, but the small crack turned into a large one and needed immediate attention It's covered by a case now anyway though, so it's not much of an issue anymore.
I dropped mine a while ago and put some pretty nasty scratches on the bezel.
I ended up sanding all the plastic chrome plating off down to the white plastic underneath.
covered the screen with electrical tape and ran a razor round the edge (so I could get to the front part)
It actually looks really good, I prefer it to the chrome.
I got a cheapo battery cover off ebay aswell in orange and it looks real good,
Its a tough job!!!
got my Note 3 as a gift from a friend who cracked it. I replaced the entire Display (along with frame)
and 3 days later I dropped it and got scratches in the frame.
so I decided to buy a frame and fix but its really a tough job.
so I got a bumper for 3$ and job done
I have installed one of those here http://www.ebay.com/itm/Thin-Aluminum-Metal-Bumper-Case-Cover-For-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-III-N9000-N9005/151251742076?_trksid=p2045573.c100033.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D31478%26meid%3D341538ef5e9d4d6da3228a5f902e8cf1%26pid%3D100033%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D4%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D151251742076
There are some more nicer ones our there, however this does the job well and the build quality is goodd too, my first one at 1,30 USD was not worth anything.
thanks i thought i saw same one for bit less than that, will browse ebay later.
maskerwsk said:
I dropped mine a while ago and put some pretty nasty scratches on the bezel.
I ended up sanding all the plastic chrome plating off down to the white plastic underneath.
covered the screen with electrical tape and ran a razor round the edge (so I could get to the front part)
It actually looks really good, I prefer it to the chrome.
I got a cheapo battery cover off ebay aswell in orange and it looks real good,
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Up! I'm interested too.
yes i just remember i have some sand paper at home please post photo and detailed instructions... cheers
rockbastard said:
I have installed one of those here http://www.ebay.com/itm/Thin-Alumin...id=100033&rk=1&rkt=4&mehot=pp&sd=151251742076
There are some more nicer ones our there, however this does the job well and the build quality is goodd too, my first one at 1,30 USD was not worth anything.
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Hows the reception with this frame on it? Bc in the past i bought a cheap one that folds over the original side bezel but reception dropped a lil bit.
triad88 said:
Hows the reception with this frame on it? Bc in the past i bought a cheap one that folds over the original side bezel but reception dropped a lil bit.
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I haven't noticed any drop in reception at all
rockbastard said:
I haven't noticed any drop in reception at all
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because you must be either living in the area where your carrier signal is real strong/good, or you dont pay attention to little details, otherwise you're lying
I have tried handful of those and other plastic metalized/mirror painted bumpers and what not and all to one had some impact, especially those which had metalized paint/metal/aluminium back cover.
Simple speed test will tell alot when wearing the cover, or just go and keep an eye on your signal strength meter. It sure as hell affects signal.
mine Note 3 is banged up pretty bad around the bezel but instead I just figured it would be more practical getting some slim neat bumpers and call it a day. not only hiding worn and tired bezel but also protecting the screen and back camera optics to some degree
some of my past purchases that proven to be good investment:
BLACK - http://www.ebay.com/itm/371686423462
BLACK - http://www.ebay.com/itm/331859225625
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271911899853
http://www.ebay.com/itm/391289113353
http://www.ebay.com/itm/151139101488
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181701505005
http://www.ebay.com/itm/182354407036
http://www.ebay.com/itm/311580942819
just thought I will share...
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because you must be either living in the area where your carrier signal is real strong/good, or you dont pay attention to little details, otherwise you're lying
I have tried handful of those and other plastic metalized/mirror painted bumpers and what not and all to one had some impact, especially those which had metalized paint/metal/aluminium back cover.
Simple speed test will tell alot when wearing the cover, or just go and keep an eye on your signal strength meter. It sure as hell affects signal.
mine Note 3 is banged up pretty bad around the bezel but instead I just figured it would be more practical getting some slim neat bumpers and call it a day. not only hiding worn and tired bezel but also protecting the screen and back camera optics to some degree
some of my past purchases that proven to be good investment:
BLACK - http://www.ebay.com/itm/371686423462
BLACK - http://www.ebay.com/itm/331859225625
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271911899853
http://www.ebay.com/itm/391289113353
http://www.ebay.com/itm/151139101488
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181701505005
http://www.ebay.com/itm/182354407036
http://www.ebay.com/itm/311580942819
just thought I will share...
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you have a lot of cases!
erwinsie said:
you have a lot of cases!
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little too many ... beware that those wooden cases are the coolest thing your phone can get but if you do drop your phone they crack and break apart sometimes... not always though but alot alot sooner than any plastic case would and thats a heartbreaking thing because there not exactly cheap case, but hey - how often does someones phone feels and smells like real fresh quality piece of wood? I like them wooden ones very much even if they crack and put some tax on my pocket at the end of the day its almost like your personal signature of style ... besides, its always warm to touch and zero signal interference
PS: lots more were thrown out many months ago, especially all those metalized ones, no use to me nor could I offer them to anyone I knew who had note 3 due to what they are
When my display was damaged, it got repaired, not only the glass, but the whole display including the bezel, it was 1 piece.. I guess it's very hard to replace only the bezel
Hi, to start off sorry if this is not in the right location.
I thought I might get the ball rolling and possibly spark the idea if it's not already an option for use on more than just one phone.
I really hate my Xperia Z2 for one reason. The glass backplate of the phone can shatter easily.
Sure, you can buy a replacement but the quality is garbage in comparison to oem and I've heard Sony will replace it for 200$ USD? forget that.
I've replaced the cover buying from ebay and amazon and after getting my fourth replacement, it cracked just applying it to my phone...
So my question is, how do I get my hands on an aluminum replacement or some sort of metal that will at least stand the test of time?
I'm also thinking of getting in touch with a sheet metal fabricator, as I see no other options out there or just keep using the phone without a backplate and a bulky case. The Z2 is still kicking ass otherwise so I really think it's crazy to replace my phone that's only a few years old and
let it sit there collecting dust cause of a cosmetic issue.
SkyboneNoya said:
Hi, to start off sorry if this is not in the right location.
I thought I might get the ball rolling and possibly spark the idea if it's not already an option for use on more than just one phone.
I really hate my Xperia Z2 for one reason. The glass backplate of the phone can shatter easily.
Sure, you can buy a replacement but the quality is garbage in comparison to oem and I've heard Sony will replace it for 200$ USD? forget that.
I've replaced the cover buying from ebay and amazon and after getting my fourth replacement, it cracked just applying it to my phone...
So my question is, how do I get my hands on an aluminum replacement or some sort of metal that will at least stand the test of time?
I'm also thinking of getting in touch with a sheet metal fabricator, as I see no other options out there or just keep using the phone without a backplate and a bulky case. The Z2 is still kicking ass otherwise so I really think it's crazy to replace my phone that's only a few years old and
let it sit there collecting dust cause of a cosmetic issue.
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Metal is a bad idea because it'll block the radio signals. Yes, there's plenty of metal-framed phones, but they all have plastic strips or some other means of not blocking signals. If the phone's not deliberately designed that way, it won't work well. For example, when I briefly had a Note 3, I got one of those aluminum/carbon fibre cases, and even though the back was only a skeletonized aluminum, it still dropped my signal by 1 or 2 bars.
Carbon fibre, however, would be a pretty cool choice. I have no idea the thickness of the back glass on the Z2, but you can probably find sheets of the appropriate thickness, even if it's a flexible sheet. It won't exactly be cheap (probably ~$20 for a 6x6" sheet of whatever), but it'd look really cool and definitely stand the test of time.
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Metal is a bad idea because it'll block the radio signals. Yes, there's plenty of metal-framed phones, but they all have plastic strips or some other means of not blocking signals. If the phone's not deliberately designed that way, it won't work well. For example, when I briefly had a Note 3, I got one of those aluminum/carbon fibre cases, and even though the back was only a skeletonized aluminum, it still dropped my signal by 1 or 2 bars.
Carbon fibre, however, would be a pretty cool choice. I have no idea the thickness of the back glass on the Z2, but you can probably find sheets of the appropriate thickness, even if it's a flexible sheet. It won't exactly be cheap (probably ~$20 for a 6x6" sheet of whatever), but it'd look really cool and definitely stand the test of time.
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Nice, I didn't think about signal blocking. Carbon fiber sounds cool.
Well dropped my s7 at a track meet on its back. Glass got cracked but just the back it the camera or frame. Really isn't a bother to me but trying to sell a galaxy s7 with a cracked back for anywhere near its value is extremely hard so Ima just swap it. My question is are the ones on ebay (only ones I could find) trustworthy, will the waterproof still be intact (surprisingly my phone is still waterproofed with the cracked back), and how hard Is it to remove the back? Ive done screen replacements and back replacements before and other components so I'm not a newbie exactly but never have done an s7.
Maybe.
No.
https://youtu.be/A_S6pL5pznA
NexusS4gFreak said:
Well dropped my s7 at a track meet on its back. Glass got cracked but just the back it the camera or frame. Really isn't a bother to me but trying to sell a galaxy s7 with a cracked back for anywhere near its value is extremely hard so Ima just swap it. My question is are the ones on ebay (only ones I could find) trustworthy, will the waterproof still be intact (surprisingly my phone is still waterproofed with the cracked back), and how hard Is it to remove the back? Ive done screen replacements and back replacements before and other components so I'm not a newbie exactly but never have done an s7.
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Check out iFixit's Teardown HERE.
I repair devices for a living and though I haven't done an S7 yet, I imagine it isn't much different that an S6. It won't be waterproof, most likely, after you repair it but if you get the proper adhesive, it should be pretty close. You'll need lots of heat, and even more patience. Use a very thin opening tool to lift an edge of the glass. I prefer to use playing cards. Slide a card under and gently start working your way through the glue. Heat, work the card, repeat. It's already broken so you don't have to be super careful in removing it. Use the Ifxit guide to be aware of any danger points.
Good luck!
Nooooo!!!!
I have only had my phone for 2 weeks and I was sitting outside of Starbucks with my phone on my lap, and this yellow jacket bee kept flying around me. So I stood up to get away from it, while forgetting my phone was on my lap. CRASH! My V30 without a case falls off my lap about 20 inches down onto the cement.
It caused a small spider web crack in the corner of the back glass. One of then cracks extends to the camera lens area. On thr bright side the screen is fine and the camera lens is fine with no cracks. Plus its only mostly the corner thats cracked on the back. But still, it really really sucks since I just got this phone.
I know some of you are thinking I was stupid for not having a case. Maybe so, but keep in mind I pretty much never had cases on my 6P or my S7 Edge. I only dropped my 6P once real bad on a hard surface (fell out of pants with a smaller pocket while sitting) which only left a scuff on the edge with the display fine, and never once dropped my S7 on a hard surface in over a year with it. So I have always been super careful with my phones. Never dropping my phone in years that was a result of my clumsiness or carless.
I guess its just a matter of time though no matter how careful you are handling your phone. Its bound to fall somehow when its not your fault. Like sliding off a slippery surface, falling out of a small pocket, or similar. Anyways I called a local phone repair shop and the good news is the back glass is only $70-$75.
I don't think I am going to get it done just yet since the display is fine, camera lens is fine, and its only the corner of the back. But I probably will eventually before I resell the phone in 1-2 years. Anyways kind of disappointed a military certified phone cracked for such short fall. This is why I prefer metal backed phones so much more. Anyways hopefully this info of how easy it cracks and the cost to replace the back out there being pretty cheap helps some others out there.
*Puts case back on my V30*
Yeah, I watched a couple of videos on what happens to GG 4 & 5 with drop tests and decided mine would stay in a case. Added bonus of keeping finger prints off of the actual phone back and just on a plastic case.
I have several cases I've bought to put on my LG V30 when I actually buy the phone. You can buy very good cases for even a couple of dollars on ebay. I started the LG V30 cases thread, because most people don't know that.
You can even buy clear cases if you still want to show off the phone.
Cases for LG V30
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v30/accessories/lg-v30-t3667430
Just putting that out there for people who still need a case. At those prices, order 2 or 3!
ChazzMatt said:
You can even buy clear cases if you still want to show off the phone.
Cases for LG V30
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v30/accessories/lg-v30-t3667430
Just putting that out there for people who still need a case. At those prices, order 2 or 3!
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Yeah I already have a case, I just didn't have it on because I don't really like having one. I got it on now though. Ita a slim fitting case by Lumion. I never heard of this case company before but I really like it. I'm probably going to give the Spigen Crystal case a try too.
AndroidPurity said:
Yeah I already have a case, I just didn't have it on because I don't really like having one. I got it on now though. Ita a slim fitting case by Lumion. I never heard of this case company before but I really like it. I'm probably going to give the Spigen Crystal case a try too.
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I'm very sorry for your accident. Ugh.
At least you know it can be repaired easily.
If the glass is still smooth, you can always put a skin over it.
This is one concern causing me pause in my purchase. Why there can't be a nice carbon fiber replacement back for this phone, I don't know. Motorola had a good idea going with the "design your own phone" during the Droid Turbo / Turbo 2 days, they just gave up on it too early.
Nay Tyzon said:
This is one concern causing me pause in my purchase. Why there can't be a nice carbon fiber replacement back for this phone, I don't know
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b'cause it's not waterproof, or your can't glue it like glass
Billy Madison said:
b'cause it's not waterproof, or your can't glue it like glass
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That's the beauty of carbon fiber composites. The resin it's molded in is waterproof, gluing is about the only way to attach it to anything, it can be built up as thick as needed to create a reliable sealing edge or stiffness to the back. And it's radio transparent, so no issue with wireless charging. It can be textured, to make it more grippy.
The ccf aesthetic isn't for everyone, I get that, but it would be great as an option, and would be completely workable.
That is a bummer that it cracked. I am super impressed by the strength of this device though, my embarrassing story about it. Bought a new TV for my living room, decided I needed to take my old TV down to the basement and thought I could wrangle the 60" TV by myself, took two steps down and slipped, fell super hard all the way down the stairs with my phone in my back pocket. Huge bruises on my back, butt, arm and legs, the phone I was positive was a goner. Took it out of the case and to my amazement not a scratch and the glass looks perfect, however there is a size-able dent on one side of the phone and it is pushing the screen out. Everything works perfect and like I said, it did not crack at all, I am not a small guy, between me and the TV it took a 300 lb hit on the edge of a step and then several more hits down the stairs.
Of course I went to T-Mobile and they laughed and said "We can't take a bent phone back" luckily I am still in the 14 days grace period and will be adding insurance so I can get a replacement. It works, but is a little annoying to use this way. And to end the story on a high note, I did save the TV, did not let go of it!
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That is a bummer that it cracked. I am super impressed by the strength of this device though, my embarrassing story about it. Bought a new TV for my living room, decided I needed to take my old TV down to the basement and thought I could wrangle the 60" TV by myself, took two steps down and slipped, fell super hard all the way down the stairs with my phone in my back pocket. Huge bruises on my back, butt, arm and legs, the phone I was positive was a goner. Took it out of the case and to my amazement not a scratch and the glass looks perfect, however there is a size-able dent on one side of the phone and it is pushing the screen out. Everything works perfect and like I said, it did not crack at all, I am not a small guy, between me and the TV it took a 300 lb hit on the edge of a step and then several more hits down the stairs.
Of course I went to T-Mobile and they laughed and said "We can't take a bent phone back" luckily I am still in the 14 days grace period and will be adding insurance so I can get a replacement. It works, but is a little annoying to use this way. And to end the story on a high note, I did save the TV, did not let go of it!
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A quick and healthy recovery!
My wife had dropped her v30 TWICE already in a week... Both times it luckily hit a corner and no glass cracked or scratched. Just a scuff on the metal of each bottom corner. So damn lucky with that so far... her case finally showed up the day after the second drop.
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Nooooo!!!!
I have only had my phone for 2 weeks and I was sitting outside of Starbucks with my phone on my lap, and this yellow jacket bee kept flying around me. So I stood up to get away from it, while forgetting my phone was on my lap. CRASH! My V30 without a case falls off my lap about 20 inches down onto the cement.
It caused a small spider web crack in the corner of the back glass. One of then cracks extends to the camera lens area. On thr bright side the screen is fine and the camera lens is fine with no cracks. Plus its only mostly the corner thats cracked on the back. But still, it really really sucks since I just got this phone.
I know some of you are thinking I was stupid for not having a case. Maybe so, but keep in mind I pretty much never had cases on my 6P or my S7 Edge. I only dropped my 6P once real bad on a hard surface (fell out of pants with a smaller pocket while sitting) which only left a scuff on the edge with the display fine, and never once dropped my S7 on a hard surface in over a year with it. So I have always been super careful with my phones. Never dropping my phone in years that was a result of my clumsiness or carless.
I guess its just a matter of time though no matter how careful you are handling your phone. Its bound to fall somehow when its not your fault. Like sliding off a slippery surface, falling out of a small pocket, or similar. Anyways I called a local phone repair shop and the good news is the back glass is only $70-$75.
I don't think I am going to get it done just yet since the display is fine, camera lens is fine, and its only the corner of the back. But I probably will eventually before I resell the phone in 1-2 years. Anyways kind of disappointed a military certified phone cracked for such short fall. This is why I prefer metal backed phones so much more. Anyways hopefully this info of how easy it cracks and the cost to replace the back out there being pretty cheap helps some others out there.
*Puts case back on my V30*
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Sorry to hear that. I couldn't stand using a cracked phone so I really feel ya.
Good luck with the repairs!
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NeutronBomb said:
My wife had dropped her v30 TWICE already in a week... Both times it luckily hit a corner and no glass cracked or scratched. Just a scuff on the metal of each bottom corner. So damn lucky with that so far... her case finally showed up the day after the second drop.
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Whyyyy couldn't have mine done that?!
Actually I think the sides of this phone are super reinforced. Way more than more glass phones. I think mine just fell at the absolute worst angle that hit it just right. Just thankfully it was not the display!
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Sorry to hear that. I couldn't stand using a cracked phone so I really feel ya.
Good luck with the repairs!
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Thanks! I also found the glass back is on Ebay for only about $18 and comes with the little tool to replace it. So I might just do that myself. I watched a video of how to take the back off.
I only have 2 worries if I do it myself.
1.) Making sure the new glass back seals on tight enough still be at least mostly water proof and
2.) Removing the finger print sensor from the old back to the new back. The video I watched doesnt show how to remove the finger print sensor. But once I find a video on someone removing and reattaching the finger print sensor, then I will pull the trigger for the $18 glass back.
So much for military certified durability :laugh: :crying:
Also you'll lose the ip68 rating by replacing that yourself most lowly just a heads up. Watch the video of Jerry rig everything. When he made a clear v30. Really good on how to open phone
Happened to one of the phones on my account. Fell about 3 feet on a wood floor and the back has a hairline crack. I'll skin it, put it in a case and be done with it.
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.......Of course I went to T-Mobile and they laughed and said "We can't take a bent phone back" luckily I am still in the 14 days grace period and will be adding insurance so I can get a replacement. It works, but is a little annoying to use this way. And to end the story on a high note, I did save the TV, did not let go of it!
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That's quite a story! That should be in a V30 durability ad. Opening shot of the big dent and bulged screen with the phone speaking in "android voice" saying, "yeah, I took quite a beating, but you should see the other guy!" Then a fade in shot of you looking all sheepish and bruised from head to toe with a final fade out slow-mo reenactment of the fateful tussle.
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That's quite a story! That should be in a V30 durability ad. Opening shot of the big dent and bulged screen with the phone speaking in "android voice" saying, "yeah, I took quite a beating, but you should see the other guy!" Then a fade in shot of you looking all sheepish and bruised from head to toe with a final fade out slow-mo reenactment of the fateful tussle.
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Lol, love it, I will have to email LG!
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Lol, love it, I will have to email LG!
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Do it! This is too good to pass over.
Fell off night stand 2 1/2 feet onto tile face down! Never had this issue before (Diztronic thin case) but it must have hit perfect to break the glass and it's got a nice spiderweb on the lower right hand corner!!!
To make matters worse it appears it has to be replaced with the display so $229 seems to be the going rate.
Before I get it fixed, my question is does anyone have recommendations, i.e. Samsung depot, ubreakifix, et al?
My phone was PERFECT, flawless and now I fear that it will come back looking less than 100%. My display is perfectly uniform and has no pink, etc. I just got a Note 9 and both displays look nearly identical.
What about water resistance? I don't normally dunk my phones but I'm concerned if/when I sell it.
I never use case's like this . Always buying 360 protection like Supcase ( In my s9+ SUPCASE ARES) with front layer of protection . I was using s7 with one of supcase's (Supcase Water Resistant) case it was inpristine condition. without any scratch or anything like it. Water resistans is always less if u do repair in services . They need to brake factory seal wich is IP68. Maybe ask i those who will repair your phone that seal will be water resistant. Wish you luck
My S9+ dropped a couple days ago when I was transferring out of the wheelchair. It hit a metal point on the edge which the plate glass saver did not save ? I was researching for a better case. Thank you ?