The evidence, after a week...
I can't say that's not disappointing. Has yours worn off?
same thing here after 2 weeks
mine has not worn off [yet]. still looks great.
Glad i put a screen protector on mine the minute i took it out of the box.. that looks bad.. id deff take mine back if it started doing that..
You guys aren't using any strong solvents to clean your devices are you? (even though technically, it shouldn't be dissolving)
Mine still looks great too had it since launch
Wow that sicks. I have had mine since launch and have no problem. Making me want to buy a zagg though after seeing this post
There was a thread about this a while back, This should NOT be happening and you should exchange your device
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You guys aren't using any strong solvents to clean your devices are you? (even though technically, it shouldn't be dissolving)
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Nope, I'm just using my hand or a soft cloth that came with my iPhone way back when. No liquid whatsoever.
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There was a thread about this a while back, This should NOT be happening and you should exchange your device
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I agree. The problem we now have is, well, if I go back and exchange, what potential problems will the next phone have? In all honesty, the smudging is not an issue when the screen is on. What the heck..I'll replace it tmrw
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I agree. The problem we now have is, well, if I go back and exchange, what potential problems will the next phone have? In all honesty, the smudging is not an issue when the screen is on. What the heck..I'll replace it tmrw
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this issue seems isolated, my phones screen is nothing but pristine, but really it cant hurt to exchange
Been dreading this happening but mine seems fine so far after cleaning regularly with micro fibre cloth.
I can't say my phone has had heavy use though, hasn't even been out of the house yet!
mine is still pristine I just use the nexus 1 pouch. Every time I slide it out its perfect.
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mine is still pristine I just use the nexus 1 pouch. Every time I slide it out its perfect.
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How well does this fit the nexus s? I'd like something similar, the pouch I used for the dhd was just brilliant but I've not seen an equivalent yet for the nexus s.
Fits perfect for me.
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I tried my N1 pouch on the NS... the NS is just too big for it. When I slide the N1 pouch over the NS, it's so tight that the volume buttons are being pressed as I put it on. Oh and it sticks out a bit at the bottom lol.
I use my old g1 pouch. Fits perfectly.
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No wearing off of the coating on mine. Heck, I didn't even know the phone had the oleophobic coating. Glad to see it does. My phone is constantly in my hand being used since first day of launch.
Sounds like you have a defective one.
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mine is still pristine I just use the nexus 1 pouch. Every time I slide it out its perfect.
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Hey, good idea. I think I used to put my i9000 Galaxy S into the N1 pouch, but it was just a bit of a stretch. I may try to find the N1 pouch for that added protection in the pocket against keys and change.
Why worry about a pouch? I had one for my N1 and it worked great! But then I learned of BestSkinsEver. The one for the NS is perfect, it even covers up the camera lens! There is no spot uncovered and exposed to the possibility of damage from keys, change, whatever. Take a look at the pics. Cant even tell its on.
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Why worry about a pouch? I had one for my N1 and it worked great! But then I learned of BestSkinsEver. The one for the NS is perfect, it even covers up the camera lens! There is no spot uncovered and exposed to the possibility of damage from keys, change, whatever. Take a look at the pics. Cant even tell its on.
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Wow, this looks really nice. I am not exchanging my phone, waiting for a new one to come in just because an alleged coating on the screen.
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Why worry about a pouch? I had one for my N1 and it worked great! But then I learned of BestSkinsEver. The one for the NS is perfect, it even covers up the camera lens! There is no spot uncovered and exposed to the possibility of damage from keys, change, whatever. Take a look at the pics. Cant even tell its on.
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Here's some pics of the kickstand case. mcp2009 also has a video of it in this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=8445306&postcount=27
i think this case looks pretty nice, surprisingly. i was expecting it to be bulky but it really isnt. the kickstand function is neat.
UPDATE: Don't be like many of us, and forget to remove the "MADE IN CHINA" sticker on the back cover.
UPDATE 2: I purchased the cheapo Lux brand black rubber-like case from amazon and this black case is significantly thinner than the clear kickstand case, in case you are wondering.
Lol yay someone mentioned me in a post I feel special. Haha, but yea man the case is great and the kickstand works very well. I like how it's not a cheap clip that turns and makes the phone stand up if you lean it.
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Although I'd much rather have a full, clear Zagg shield that doesn't make the phone any thicker at all, I do like the kickstand. Would make viewing videos at work much easier.
How well does this hold on there? If I dropped it (which I try to avoid), would it pop off and allow the phone to be scratched or do you think it would survive a drop?
its stuck on the phone pretty good in the back. it took me some effort to remove it when I realized I forgot to take the made in china sticker off.
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Good to hear.
Have mine ordered
I'm satisfied with this case for the time being. I would REALLY like to go bare, but I can't bring myself to do it. This phone is damn sexy
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I'm satisfied with this case for the time being. I would REALLY like to go bare, but I can't bring myself to do it. This phone is damn sexy
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Yep, being sexy is a double-edged sword. I want to keep it naked, but at the same time I don't want it to get a scratch
yeps just got this case the other day i love it. but yes i have to admit it is pretty difficult to remove. hey btw does this kickstand supposed to lock in place when its out? because i can lock it but im not sure if thats wat its supposed to do or im just pushing it past what its supposed to lol
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hey btw does this kickstand supposed to lock in place when its out? because i can lock it but im not sure if thats wat its supposed to do or im just pushing it past what its supposed to lol
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oh, i never even notice that it can "lock" there. looks like that's a feature though i never brought it that far.
and... yes. the phone is sexy. i want to not use a case too but my G1, caseless, looked beat up so badly after much use. my nexus with a gel case looked pristine when i sold it last week.
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its stuck on the phone pretty good in the back. it took me some effort to remove it when I realized I forgot to take the made in china sticker off.
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Haha! First, I didn't realize it had a kickstand. My girlfriend picked up the case, but I declined. She isn't aware of the kickstand either Second, I did the exact same thing as you, minotauri... forgot to take the sticker off the inside for her!
And yes, it is VERY difficult to remove the case. It's on there good.
minotauri said:
its stuck on the phone pretty good in the back. it took me some effort to remove it when I realized I forgot to take the made in china sticker off.
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I did the same thing....
Lol my sticker is still there too..
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Great Case!
I did the same thing....left the back sticker on...but wasn't that bad removing the case though.
Its attractive and the hard case will protect the phone better than the "skins" if dropped. The kickstand is a definite added plus
That and the Zagg screen protector...a great combination!
I purchased this case yesterday along with the g2 screen protectors, and the tmobile guy semi warped my phone while trying to remove the case because that damn sticker was left on there when he put it on. Its barely noticeable but I can tell. When the phone is completely closed, the left side wiggles (not the term I am looking for) ever so slightly. But it did not do that before. Wtf.
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Steve.Beanz said:
I purchased this case yesterday along with the g2 screen protectors, and the tmobile guy semi warped my phone while trying to remove the case because that damn sticker was left on there when he put it on. Its barely noticeable but I can tell. When the phone is completely closed, the left side wiggles (not the term I am looking for) ever so slightly. But it did not do that before. Wtf.
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LOL - I'm glad many of you also left the sticker on and it wasn't juts me being stupid. I guess we're all too excited to keep our new toy protected to remove all the packaging. I'll edit the 1st post to tell people to remove it hehe.
That's too bad about your phone. mine doesn't wiggle... maybe you can get an exchange from the same guy who broke it?
How does this case handle the heat when it's being used?
I'm using the slip case that came with my N1. The G2 just barely fits, but its nice and snug but not too hard to remove. As the case stretches a bit, it will become easier to insert and remove.
That case has already saved my nexus from certain disfigurement. I'm glad it will continue to serve me.
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I wonder what the hole is for right about the speaker in the back of the case?
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What widget are you using for your clock?? I like it!
I also have this case, i like it.
QUESTION for those that have it. My phone froze and i had to do a battery pull...
THIS CASE IS A ***** TO REMOVE, or is it just me? The back part of the case that clips onto the bottom took me forever to remove safely, i hurt my fingers .
I'm a little afraid of my phone getting scratched, but ill only get one If it doesn't affect the functionality. So should I get one?
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I'm a little afraid of my phone getting scratched, but ill only get one If it doesn't affect the functionality. So should I get one?
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YES!!! you should definitely get one. Gorilla Glass is VERY durable, but it's not scratch proof.
A lot of people swear by the Steinheil Ultra Clears (i used one of my two so far, just didn't put it on to good)
I'm now using a ZAGG, and I like it just fine... Not sure which I prefer, i know i did like the slick surface on the Steinheil better. The Zagg has an orange peel effect..
It would be good to get one that isn't very flimsy, but not very thick. I also want one that my finger won't get caught on, I always leave huge smudges sometimes on my screen.
Coming from an HTC touch pro 2 to the Mesmerize the gorilla glass is GREAT! I did get a free screen protector with my otterbox so that's what I'm using. I used to have a invisible shield on but I took it off as I didn't care for the texture. I like the smooth screen protector that came with the otterbox.
I've used Phantom Skinz for my last 2 phones. they work good for me.
I stopped using a screen protector because I work in a restaurant, so I always text with semi oily fingers. I find the screen protectors are a ##### to clean! However, the screen cleans very easily with a bit of hand Sanitizer and a soft rag.
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I used a Phantom Skinz and it works rather well. It does orange peel a bit, but nothing a quick rub on the shirt doesn't fix.
The screen protectors do their job but make it ugly in my opinion.
Oh wait, I only used the one they sent in from cell south store so maybe you can find a good one.
lmartin92 said:
Oh wait, I only used the one they sent in from cell south store so maybe you can find a good one.
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I'm glad you got your post count up finally so you can stop bumping old stuff lol
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Just wanted to put this out there, I haven't had any sort of case or screen protection since I bought the phone 3 months ago, and I only have one tiny hairline scratch in it that you can hardly even see.
I keep mine in my pocket most of the time, but I've trained myself to not keep anything else in that pocket....
bdemartino said:
Just wanted to put this out there, I haven't had any sort of case or screen protection since I bought the phone 3 months ago, and I only have one tiny hairline scratch in it that you can hardly even see.
I keep mine in my pocket most of the time, but I've trained myself to not keep anything else in that pocket....
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same here, I wear a hoodie usually and just keep my phone and headphones in one pocket and everything else in the other.
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sageDieu said:
same here, I wear a hoodie usually and just keep my phone and headphones in one pocket and everything else in the other.
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Unibomber?
akellar said:
Unibomber?
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everything else may at some times include "hate mail" if you know what I mean...
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bdemartino said:
Just wanted to put this out there, I haven't had any sort of case or screen protection since I bought the phone 3 months ago, and I only have one tiny hairline scratch in it that you can hardly even see.
I keep mine in my pocket most of the time, but I've trained myself to not keep anything else in that pocket....
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No screen protector on mine either and only one tiny scratch that can only be seen when holding at certain angle. mine is always in my pocket too but I am starting to notice a spot where the screen is showing some wear from sliding around and in and out of my pocket. I am going to invest in a screen protector by the end of the month with some b day cash
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No screen protector on mine either and only one tiny scratch that can only be seen when holding at certain angle. mine is always in my pocket too but I am starting to notice a spot where the screen is showing some wear from sliding around and in and out of my pocket. I am going to invest in a screen protector by the end of the month with some b day cash
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Screen Protector on mine, NO SCRATCHES!!!
i'm telling you if you get a Steinhel, you won't even realize it's on there!!!
Just be VERY careful, and make sure your screen is SPOTless when installing!!!
elijahblake said:
i'm telling you if you get a Steinhel, you won't even realize it's on there!!!
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FINE!!!... sheesh. Where can you get one?
monthlymixcd said:
FINE!!!... sheesh. Where can you get one?
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Got mine from amazon.. Make sure you get the ultra clear or whatever it's called
swyped by my AOSP showcase
here
I reset my phone after root and lag fix and playlogos1 was not deleted and I went to the file and it wouldn't allow me to delete it. What can I do to get rid of it so i can lagfix my phone.
I don't use one and have zero scratches.. I even let my kids play with it.
You know, I like the metal "stripe" down the back, but can you believe my fingernail scratched it? I don't think that bodes well for the long haul if I can scratch it that easily. And it's a real scratch, not a surface blemish as far as I can tell.
Anyone else already scratch the metal?
Mine is scratched, or scuffed, and I have no idea how it happened. I have been babying this thing.
i assume you took the plastic off of it? cause the plastic is easy to scratch. =) haha.
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i assume you took the plastic off of it? cause the plastic is easy to scratch. =) haha.
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Lol
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nodrogkam said:
i assume you took the plastic off of it? cause the plastic is easy to scratch. =) haha.
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Yep...though you did make me second guess myself.
But yeah, it's off.
I think I'm going to try and exchange it...this must have been there when I got it.
Uhhh you didn't put a case on your phone right away? I bought their 20$ one and its awesome.... Protection yo.
U do know its "brushed" as in brushed metal... its made to look like that.... cuz I just tried scratching it (sense I'm getting a new one) and I can't scratch it with my nail..
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U do know its "brushed" as in brushed metal... its made to look like that.... cuz I just tried scratching it (sense I'm getting a new one) and I can't scratch it with my nail..
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Yeah I just tried it again and I couldn't either, so I'm thinking it was there already. The reason I scratched with my nail in the first place was I thought I saw some left over plastic or something still there. So I tried to scratch it off.
Instead of putting ugly bulky cases on my devices I just buy a couple spare battery covers on Ebay a couple months after the phone is released. I always wonder why people cover up there nice looking phone with a rubber case. Wonder why the manufacturers just don't make a rubber phone?
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Instead of putting ugly bulky cases on my devices I just buy a couple spare battery covers on Ebay a couple months after the phone is released. I always wonder why people cover up there nice looking phone with a rubber case. Wonder why the manufacturers just don't make a rubber phone?
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i know this thing is slick looking imma hate to cover it with the otterbox and invisashield but it needs to be done... i drop phones alot....... didnt drop the vibrant tho... just felt like that thing would F'ing shatter
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Yep...though you did make me second guess myself.
But yeah, it's off.
I think I'm going to try and exchange it...this must have been there when I got it.
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hey, it really does happen. i havent taken off the protectors cause they're not peeling for me. lol.
I am very very careful with all of my phones. I have yet to actually scratch one(I always use cases and screen protectors.) I was shocked when after only having installed the battery and set the device down that the aluminum strip had multiple scratches on it. I have no idea how they got there. Went to local T Mobile store and checked their demo unit and NO SCRATCHES . With all of the handling etc no scratches!!! I wonder if it is a quality control issue with the aluminum? I put a case on it within 4 hours of receiving it. I am having to send this one back due to random reboots -signal issues-battery overheating-lcd screen bleeding at edges- so I will be very very careful to see what this aluminum strip on the back is like. I am starting to wonder whether this phone is ready for prime time or not due to all the issues I have found and the many other issues others have found. I believe this can be a giant of a phone if all of the bugs can be worked out.
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I am very very careful with all of my phones. I have yet to actually scratch one(I always use cases and screen protectors.) I was shocked when after only having installed the battery and set the device down that the aluminum strip had multiple scratches on it. I have no idea how they got there. Went to local T Mobile store and checked their demo unit and NO SCRATCHES . With all of the handling etc no scratches!!! I wonder if it is a quality control issue with the aluminum? I put a case on it within 4 hours of receiving it. I am having to send this one back due to random reboots -signal issues-battery overheating-lcd screen bleeding at edges- so I will be very very careful to see what this aluminum strip on the back is like. I am starting to wonder whether this phone is ready for prime time or not due to all the issues I have found and the many other issues others have found. I believe this can be a giant of a phone if all of the bugs can be worked out.
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Well, I exchanged it thanks to the nice folks at T-mobile.
Make sure it's not the plastic on the strip that's messed up, as the first thing they checked was whether or not the plastic was still on.
jrwingate6 said:
Instead of putting ugly bulky cases on my devices I just buy a couple spare battery covers on Ebay a couple months after the phone is released. I always wonder why people cover up there nice looking phone with a rubber case. Wonder why the manufacturers just don't make a rubber phone?
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Digging that idea. I may do the same.
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i assume you took the plastic off of it? cause the plastic is easy to scratch. =) haha.
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Doh. Well I'm dumb.
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Doh. Well I'm dumb.
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Ha, don't worry about it. It's difficult to tell it's even on there.
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Ha, don't worry about it. It's difficult to tell it's even on there.
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Mine did that the other day. I looked at it and was like, "OMFG... already!"
Then I noticed the plastic. I wore it for a few days didn't even know it was on there. I recommend leaving it on unless there is a huge scratch on it.
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i know this thing is slick looking imma hate to cover it with the otterbox and invisashield but it needs to be done... i drop phones alot....... didnt drop the vibrant tho... just felt like that thing would F'ing shatter
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Dropping phones is inevitable. It will SOON eventually happen. I hate to put on cases too, but it's necessary.
I would have just left the plastic on...why take it off? It was literally invisible and you couldn't tell it was even there.
The Galaxy is actually a beast. I've dropped mine so many times and it held up. Don't let the lightness fool us..it's one beast and held it's own on it's fall...impressive.
As they say, the bigger and heavier you are, the harder you fall...
There's a huge advantage of the Galaxy being light...
The worst phones for falls are HTC's...wayyy to heavy...
I agree with dropping the galaxy s. That phone is well built! People may not like the plastic build but it is a very durable phone!
Regarding the G2x, I am carrying it naked it is a good looking phone. Gonna buy the European battery covers when they become available.
Hi guys!
Anyone going completely bare with their sensation? No case, no skins, no screen protector?
I ask this because I went with the full body skins (BSE) on my nexus one, after trying all the brands. They look great initially, then curl up etc. Then I used awesome clarivue screen protectors, but ended up ditching them. I bought a hard to find Barely There chrome colored casemate case from Great Britain even, and barely used it because it was such a tight fit (no on and off as per your pleasure, kind of thing).
Since I've learnt how to use my phone (dedicated pants pocket for it, with nothing else inside, Never use phone on the shoulder, always try to use headset for those kind of calls), I think I might like to risk it with my new phone, for aesthetics sake.
Anyone with me?
I'm going bare naked.....My hd2...I tried everything...and was not happy....I went bare naked and loved it....So..I'm doing it on the my HTC S4G...Bare naked style!
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going in bareback right here... the phone just looks too damn good lol
Had nothing on my HD2, only a screen protector for several months then removed. My HD2 suffered several nicks on the body, solved with a new case.
And now the same with the Sensation, nothing on it.
I am! I've never had a case or screen protection on any of my phones and never will!
Had my N1 naked for 17 months and it looks the same as the day I got it.
Why put a bulky ugly case on something that looks so good!
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Nekkid and loving it. I can't manage to find a case that looks good enough to put on this. I feel good with the gorilla glass. I may pick up an alternate back cover just in case.
Thought about screen protector but decided to go naked. Like the phone better that way. Noticed today that I have little scratches on the screen it held at the right angle. Had phone 2 weeks now.
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Unless my old Nexus one sleeve counts, I'm going naked as well. The phone is way too sexy to cover up with an unsightly case.
definitely going naked. I'm a big fan of invisible shield type protection on some devices (plastic ones namely). On my Inspire I got a Ghost Armor skin installed and it took the phone from having that carved out of a block of aluminum (because it is) feeling, to feeling like typical plastic crap.
Since replacement backs seem to be inexpensive for this phone (I still think the ones going for 40USD have to be knockoffs) and the back is basically the whole phone, I won't bother. For the Inspire as soon as I saw that I could buy the pieces to reconstruct the casing (minus the screen) for under $100, I decided to risk it. I'm careful with my stuff anyway, but even a scratch would bug me.
Big fan of naked phones here. My Pre 2 is naked as well, and looks good as new (got it in December I think?). That phone is just glass and soft touch plastic so no skin would look good on it.
El Daddy said:
I am! I've never had a case or screen protection on any of my phones and never will!
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this!
10char
Nakkie here !
I'm using a screen protector but definitely no case. As the back case seems pretty solid compared to the more flimsy DHD, I'm not bothering with a cover.
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Thanks. Feeling the nekkedness too...
El Daddy said:
I am! I've never had a case or screen protection on any of my phones and never will!
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+1 hell ya!
ooh baby i like it raaaaaaaaaw!!!! *ODB Voice*
Bucky Nakedddddd over heeerrrre *Bernie Mack voice*
Got to go naked, it's the way it was intended!
I'm going commando but I will eventually get a spare unicase for piece of mind and resell value
Careful with all the nekkid streaking people. When I first went to the store to see the Sensation the rep put a nasty scratch on the metal part of the back while adding the security device.
If it does happen, it's only a hot $25 to fix though:
http://www.waresphere.com/store/electronic/htc-sensation-4g-back-cover-74h01897.html
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Careful with all the nekkid streaking people. When I first went to the store to see the Sensation the rep put a nasty scratch on the metal part of the back while adding the security device.
If it does happen, it's only a hot $25 to fix though:
http://www.waresphere.com/store/electronic/htc-sensation-4g-back-cover-74h01897.html
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That's cheaper than ebay. Just ordered one so I can stop with the night terrors. Thanks!
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That's cheaper than ebay. Just ordered one so I can stop with the night terrors. Thanks!
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No problem. We have got to keep these things pretty.
It just has so many flaws, I don't even know where to begin. I'm sure many others will agree with me.
The build quality is just too good. It is so fast, I can't even see any animations. I need lag in my browser, or it just feels fake. The battery life lasts way too long for me to be able to break in the charger that came with it. The back is so smooth, I think I'm going to drop it. People are always wanting to see my phone, because it "looks so cool", that I can never play with it myself.
Lol
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U WOT M8?
Haha. When I saw the title I was like either this person is crazy or its defective. Only flaw on this phone is the camera in my opinion.
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Actually the phone being smooth is a flaw for me. I always feel like I'm going to drop It but I'd rather keep metal, so I'll live with it. maybe HTC could have put some sort of coating over the metal to make it less smooth.
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It just has so many flaws, I don't even know where to begin. I'm sure many others will agree with me.
The build quality is just too good. It is so fast, I can't even see any animations. I need lag in my browser, or it just feels fake. The battery life lasts way too long for me to be able to break in the charger that came with it. The back is so smooth, I think I'm going to drop it. People are always wanting to see my phone, because it "looks so cool", that I can never play with it myself.
Lol
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+1 so awful
M8, nuff said.
Ndaoud360 said:
Actually the phone being smooth is a flaw for me. I always feel like I'm going to drop It but I'd rather keep metal, so I'll live with it. maybe HTC could have put some sort of coating over the metal to make it less smooth.
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You could try putting an XtremeGuard on the back. Maintains the metallic look but adds some grip. But of course if you like the feel of the metal then... yeah probably not =\
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Actually the phone being smooth is a flaw for me. I always feel like I'm going to drop It but I'd rather keep metal, so I'll live with it. maybe HTC could have put some sort of coating over the metal to make it less smooth.
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I have dropped mine 2 times, both from about 3-4 feet onto the pavement couple of small nicks on the metal casing but I am amazed at how well this phone holds up.
Yeah I dropped mine too. Fell out of my shirt pocket flat on its back onto concrete day after I got it. Scared me to death. Got a tpu case on eBay until spigen ships my slim armor later this month.
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Ndaoud360 said:
Actually the phone being smooth is a flaw for me. I always feel like I'm going to drop It but I'd rather keep metal, so I'll live with it. maybe HTC could have put some sort of coating over the metal to make it less smooth.
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I agree. I have mine in a Otterbox case, if I remove the case I have trouble holding the phone. I think any coating would hurt the appearance of the phone but there are clear plastic slip-on cases that might not look too bad?
The Otterbox is just plain FUGLY but I need the protection and the grip!
xs11e said:
I agree. I have mine in a Otterbox case, if I remove the case I have trouble holding the phone. I think any coating would hurt the appearance of the phone but there are clear plastic slip-on cases that might not look too bad?
The Otterbox is just plain FUGLY but I need the protection and the grip!
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I have a clear gel case on mine and imo it completes the phone. The metal finish is to slick...i'd drop it for sure. With the gel case its 100% easier to grip, its not slippery and doesnt add bulk to the phone. Also with it being clear you can still see the beautiful design of this beast. I cant say a darn thing bad about this phone
androidoholic said:
I have dropped mine 2 times, both from about 3-4 feet onto the pavement couple of small nicks on the metal casing but I am amazed at how well this phone holds up.
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There's a few test videos on YouTube, drop tests from 4ft/7ft/10ft, one of the tests was between the M7 and M8 and the other was between the M8, the G S5 and the iPhone 5S, the M8 got the best results in both test, only finally cracking at the 10ft mark in the latter video, not cracking at all in the M7/M8 video. Also another video shows scratch tests with a key, butchers knife, pocket knife and a hammer. Though it was hard to see in the video, the guy recording said there was next-to-no, if not NO scratches on the device, even after hitting it pretty hard with a hammer, though he used the back of the hammer and finally cracked it.
I think it's safe to say this phone is near indestructible, not saying you shouldn't still baby it but you can feel better about an accident that may happen if you drop it or what not, not to mention the 6 month screen crack insurance from HTC Advantage
I can't seem to find a good case that'll protect and look cool, any advice?
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krazie1 said:
I can't seem to find a good case that'll protect and look cool, any advice?
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I ordered one of these cases even though I like to run my phones naked. I figured I'd order a nice looking case just in case I'm going to be doing something that requires the protection. I thought it looked pretty nice, but that's just my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IF5B49S/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also like how this one lets the phone's natural beauty show through.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IMBU8C4/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
shortstuff_mt said:
I ordered one of these cases even though I like to run my phones naked. I figured I'd order a nice looking case just in case I'm going to be doing something that requires the protection. I thought it looked pretty nice, but that's just my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IF5B49S/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also like how this one lets the phone's natural beauty show through.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IMBU8C4/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I had the clear case with the black perimeter which I purchased with the phone at Big Red's store. I'm not sure, but I think the way the case's rubber sides was such that while taking off the case to access the microsd card I may have bent the metal near the volume buttons. That troubled me and forced me to put that case away. Big Red, thankfully, replaced my handset about a week later (I bought mine at 1:15 p.m. on 3/25/14), and I put a crystal clear TPU case on it which lets the Arctic Silver finish shine through.
I'm actually going to get my second replacement today... First had a small nick in the upper left corner, now this one has a strange bump in the center below the bottom speaker, resulting in warped metal. It wasn't there when I got it, but after some use it showed up. I guess be careful about applying pressure to the bottom corners of the device?
I feel like I'm being nitpicky, but idk... These are pretty glaring IMO.
Hopefully thirds a charm.
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shortstuff_mt said:
I ordered one of these cases even though I like to run my phones naked. I figured I'd order a nice looking case just in case I'm going to be doing something that requires the protection. I thought it looked pretty nice, but that's just my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IF5B49S/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also like how this one lets the phone's natural beauty show through.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IMBU8C4/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Beware of clear TPU: it will turn yellow over time... At least matte finish ones will.
I think diztronic makes the best slim and protective TPU cases. I recently got a translucent gray for my gray metal M8 and it's been great so far. Can't see all of the device's beauty, but it is see through.
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I had a clear TPU but while minimal, it provided very little protection. I went back to the UAG. Great protection without a major additional bulk of the Otterbox defender.
http://www.amazon.com/URBAN-ARMOR-G...ie=UTF8&qid=1397162917&sr=8-1&keywords=UAG+M8
StankFiss said:
He needs a snickers.!!!
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I NEED A SNICKERS! Please bring enough for everyone, OK?
Evocm7 said:
Haha. When I saw the title I was like either this person is crazy or its defective. Only flaw on this phone is the camera in my opinion.
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Why do people keep saying camera is bad?!! I took 2 photos, one with note3, and one with m8. U tell me which one looks better.....
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And from the note 3.....
Hmmm...they both look fuzzy to me? Didn't look like that before I uploaded Them here.
Anyways, the point is, it's a good camera. It's one of my favorite features of this phone! I compared to note 3, and honestly unless your cropping them, they look about the same.
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Here's another comparison. To S4, and we all know what mp count it has......... https://plus.google.com/102083211852766753327/posts/fd4KixKFA7N
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Gator Brah said:
Some folks just want to watch the world burn....
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I'd rather watch the world M8.
Tehe
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U WOT M8?