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So I was looking for a case the G2 and came across this thing....
Seems pretty legit.... like (phantom Skins). MY only conern is that it actually COVERS the soft buttons on the screen... hmm If anyone decides to pull the trigger on this, let us know... thanks
http://cgi.ebay.com/WHITE-PROTECTIO...894653?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4153729dbd
Looks nice, don't think it will work so well.
meh... I kind of like the grey and aluminum look. That was one of the selling points for me. That makes it look like one of the snow soldiers from Rainbow Six or something.
Anyone try this out? I've been looking for a white cover, anyone find something similar to this, that works?
I just ordered an orange one for my wife's G2 from that seller. The guy that whited out his vibrant on the vibrant forum used this seller as well. It turned out pretty decent. I'll report back once it is installed.
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just ordered the phoenix one, will post results
Deuces said:
just ordered the phoenix one, will post results
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thanks! give us your take along with pictures please!
Overall Rating: 5/10
Ordered Friday, arrived Monday
Menu/Home buttons work fine, no changes noticed
Skin doesn't really 'protect' phone, corners are exposed
Skin material feels decent and probably long-lasting
The free wallpaper skin was pretty cool.
Summary: I'll keep it for a while, but probably look for a gel-case that just keeps the keyboard closed unless it is removed. If anyone knows of a case that will work like this, help a brother out and point me there!
Pics Attached. Sorry it's a little blurry, MT3G camera = blow.
Ok so ill admit.it i love white phones and am upset i ordered the reg fascinate when best buy had the white one. Anywho i have looked.up and down for.the white fascinate battery cover at least to.no.avail. any ideas. Anyone have a white fascinate i could buy the back from. Please help me. By the way hooray for fascinate. Im coming from a captivate and am so happy.
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omg, i am looking for the same thing! i want to buy a white battery case.... where can i find this?? (i wish i knew about the white ones at best buy, sigh..)
strictlyphat said:
Ok so ill admit.it i love white phones and am upset i ordered the reg fascinate when best buy had the white one. Anywho i have looked.up and down for.the white fascinate battery cover at least to.no.avail. any ideas. Anyone have a white fascinate i could buy the back from. Please help me. By the way hooray for fascinate. Im coming from a captivate and am so happy.
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it said to be released on oct.24 i was waiting
and excited for it buh nothing happend after
that
bestbuy just made a release
today on the white one unless you
want to but another fascinate i suggest
since it was just release right now to wait
til someone gets a hold on it on ebay and
buy the back cover only thats what im gonna
do unless i find it somewhere else
If anyone finds where to purchase one from, please post. You would think they are out there somewhere.
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Good luck finding someone to swap for an ordinary black cover. I have seen some that were spray painted white. I'm not fond of having something painted in my pocket, but there are probably better paints available since I painted my pager 15 years ago.
I have a white Fascinate and my co-worker has the black. It is not just the battery cover that is white, it is also the piece around the phone above the chrome.
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I have a white Fascinate and my co-worker has the black. It is not just the battery cover that is white, it is also the piece around the phone above the chrome.
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Same here. The volume rocker, power button and micro usb port cover are also pigmented white. With out those particular parts being white, I think a white cover on a black phone would look rediculous.
Now you guys are just being picky. Ill be happy with just the white battery cover. So what about the volume rocker and USB cover.
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i was just playing with a white fascinate at best buy and it felt sturdier than ours does
Why not just wrap the back with a Zaggskins? So many more options for customization than just black or white.
also check out http://www.decalgirl.com/item.view/53217, available in a matte finish. I don't know what their template for the back actually looks like and if it's a seamless application (without cutouts to address the corners) but you can get a matching front as well.
Mass produce please
Would someone please just start mass producing back covers in different colors and materials for this device. I'd love an aluminium one or any metal in that case, even wood would be cool OR JUST PLASTIC in different colors! I feel like there is high enough demand for this, yet no one has jumped the gun to go on Alibaba and find a factory willing to pump them out.
Sourcingmap.com represents a China factory that is already making replacement battery covers for the Galaxy i9000. I sent an email to suggest a few tooling changes to open up a much wider market...
Hey I got my decal girl skin yesterday and LOVE it. It fits perfectly on front of phone and the back piece is a solid piece without slits. The entire side around the whole phone is not covered but it gives good contrast. Exactly the look I was looking for. Most of my friends are amazed with how it looked and thought I had gotten a new phone. A+ for decal girl. I'm now looking to skin all my portable electronics. By the way hooray for smart keyboard pro with iPhone skin. I don't know but I came from an iPhone and this keyboard is one of the most accurate with the iPhone like correction. Awesome keyboard.
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Any chance we could see a pic of the installed skin? I spent a little time talking with a decalgirl rep and decided not to go with their product because it sounded like the coverage on the back corners wasn't sufficient.
Ill try to get pics up. I work retail commission so I'm stuck at work. And I only have the back on now. My 1 year old ripped the front right off in two pieces.
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Spoke with both Best Buy and Samsung today in my free time at work.
Best Buy said to contact their parts department at 1-888-237-8289
Samsung Rep also told me to call parts and said they will be able to place the order for you.
"Melvin: You can call official Samsung parts dealer at 1800-627-4368. Timings: Mon – Fri. 9am to 6pm EST."
I haven't called either yet, but will get around to it to see if we can buy a replacement and the cost of it. (I can't imagine it would cost more than the black which is about $7-8)
Sweet let us know
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Any updates on this?
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to those that plan to skin their phones, do you plan to put it in a case?
I have a nice case (platinum from best buy) but between the case and the clip, there is no point for me to skin the phone or buy a white case.
I'm curious what you will do once you skin it? will you just use a slip case?
If i had get another case to have the white color, i'd do this one.
http://www.buy.com/prod/sleek-case-...laxy-s-fascinate-sch/q/loc/111/219029882.html
Hi Guys,
i am thinking of buying a DesireZ at the end of the month. The so called "Hinge-Problem" is none for me (tried the phone in some stores), BUT:
I fount a topic on a german forum, where many users report of color-changes near the metal-parts on the plastic of their phone - some think it is caused by some bags, others say it is the plastic itself which changes color perhaps because of water or sweating....
Here is a link to some pictures a guy posted there to show you what i mean: http://img19.imageshack.us/g/pc0343121024x768.jpg/
On the Pic 2 and 3 you see some red/purple spots....
Can anyone here confirm this??
If this is a material-problem (and this is what it looks like, because users say they tried everything to remove the color without succes....) this would be a no-go for me to buy this phone
Pls help me
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Hi Guys,
i am thinking of buying a DesireZ at the end of the month. The so called "Hinge-Problem" is none for me (tried the phone in some stores), BUT:
I fount a topic on a german forum, where many users report of color-changes near the metal-parts on the plastic of their phone - some think it is caused by some bags, others say it is the plastic itself which changes color perhaps because of water or sweating....
Here is a link to some pictures a guy posted there to show you what i mean: http://img19.imageshack.us/g/pc0343121024x768.jpg/
On the Pic 2 and 3 you see some red/purple spots....
Can anyone here confirm this??
If this is a material-problem (and this is what it looks like, because users say they tried everything to remove the color without succes....) this would be a no-go for me to buy this phone
Pls help me
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that kinda looks like a pen exploded in his pocket ive had my phone since launch and i dont have any of these color changings, maybe defective unit???
T.C.P said:
that kinda looks like a pen exploded in his pocket ive had my phone since launch and i dont have any of these color changings, maybe defective unit???
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The point is, that this guy is not the only one.... there are many concerning about this problem which confuses me a little (maybe i should pick another phone....)
probably from rubbing in my opinion
This is a known issue. Someone brought this up in a thread on here not too long ago. Some people said their phone changed color without the bag. I'm thinking it might have something to do with the oil from your hands when you old the phone or the acid. I had a pair of glasses do the same thing, and the eye doctor said it was due to the acid in my skin or something along those lines. I put a case on my phone and have had no problems so far.
That's to bad
Go buy a cheap g1 oem slip case thing. I love mine. I got 4 sitting right here next to my bed since I loose them all the time they r like 3 bucks a piece
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This is a known issue. Someone brought this up in a thread on here not too long ago. Some people said their phone changed color without the bag. I'm thinking it might have something to do with the oil from your hands when you old the phone or the acid. I had a pair of glasses do the same thing, and the eye doctor said it was due to the acid in my skin or something along those lines. I put a case on my phone and have had no problems so far.
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Hmmm too bad had many phones but never had any problems like this - and in my opinion a phone for more than 500€ should have better material than THIS
I guess i will have a closer look on the DHD since i never heared about big problems there
Mog said:
That's to bad
Go buy a cheap g1 oem slip case thing. I love mine. I got 4 sitting right here next to my bed since I loose them all the time they r like 3 bucks a piece
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I've been using one of these slip cases on my phone since I got it. Its a great fit and protects my phone from the innards of my pockets =)
Needless to say, I don't have any discoloration issues here.
ah yes.. I have this problem too.. I brought it to the service center and they change the housing for me.. and the back feels sticky too i feel that this is due to charging the phone and the back of the phone gets too hot..
I bought a cheap holster for my Nexus One and now it has similar markings as those pictures, now for my Z I bought a OEM HTC Leather holster, yes it was a bit expenssive but so far nothing the Z is like new. moral of my story ? spend a little extra get a better case or holster etc, stay away from chepos.
i have some discoloration on the gray plastic on the sides of the keyboard. The demo unit at our t-mobile also has it too.
I have no discoloration on my phone what so ever. But I keep mine in a sleeve style case. I have had out since launch. In my opinion, u won't get much better build quality then this phone. At least not on an android.
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My wife has red discoloration on the corners of her G2. Hers is from a new red purse she got. It has a little pocket that her phone fits in and I believe the dye leached into the plastic.
My G2 has no color issues but the film is coming off my battery case as seen in other threads.
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LIGHTBULB!!!
Dye your G2 any color you want!! Just buy a cheap chinese napsac in the color of your choice.. use it.. wait a couple months and the cheap dye will be on your phone!
Aswell as a healthy dose of lead and melamine..!
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desire z
iv had mine since it was released and i dont have it in any kind of case, im pretty carefull with my stuff.
i use it every day and have dropped it a couple of times. i have no discoloration or scratches.
same thing with my "z" but its not a " carring case" issue
I have red coloration on the corners near the track pad
I did contacted clove.co.uk where I bought it and they said that they contacted the HTC and they said that there is no red base plastic used and it's not the coating coming off and that was caused by some external contact. Well, I carried it in the jeans pocket made of dark red fabric, but is that really extreme conditions to dye the coating that easy? I don't think so.
No issues with mine, I luv it.
Have 3 different cases and no issues.
I stumbled on this http://cheapdroids.com/T-Mobile-G2-Monaco-Aluminum-Case-Black-Open-Screen-Design.html
and was wondering if anyone had it or had reviews about it, looking to see that it wont interfere with keyboard like some do.
Hey quick question! This case does not open the keyboard right?
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Hey quick question! This case does not open the keyboard right?
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From the picture it looks like a solid one-piece, but then how would you get the phone in there?
"The lock on the side holds the top and bottom of the case tightly together and prevents the case from accidentally opening"
It seems that it's some kind of lock, so that would mean it's openable, but don't hold me to that
*Edit*: http://cheapdroids.com/T-Mobile-G2-Monaco-Aluminum-Case-Silver-Open-Screen-Design.html
Thats the silver one, there you can see the long mechanism a bit better, so from the looks of it, you can still open it.
Ohh I didn't see that shot great gonna order one
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Could you let us/me know how it is? It looks rather interesting
Definitely looking forward to an XDA member's review on this with better pics!
Once I get it pics and review will be up i really just want something easier to take on an off then the ones that tmobile has cause I use a case for work which is painting, and the tmobile cases felt like i would screw the phone up taking them on and off alot.
I am very interested in this case as well and will probably order. I found a different seller on eBay selling this case, link below. It includes more pictures as well.
http://cgi.ebay.com/T-Mobile-G2-Mon...Accessories&hash=item256083857c#ht_1724wt_983
Also found this retailer that has a video of it, looks slightly bulky.
http://www.wirelessground.com/t-mobile-g2-aluminum-black-case.html
looks like oyu need to open just to use keyboard screw that
ionic7 said:
looks like oyu need to open just to use keyboard screw that
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Well a lot of people around here are looking for that. Something to lock the keyboard in place during normal day to day use. That way it isn't opening in your pocket and stuff like that.
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Well a lot of people around here are looking for that. Something to lock the keyboard in place during normal day to day use. That way it isn't opening in your pocket and stuff like that.
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Yea that works out for them but it means im still on the hunt >>
I agree in theory you shouldn't have to need this case. But if you are like me, my phone hinge is loose and it feels wobbly to even text. So if this case can hold the goods together securely then it looks like its worth it.
Just ordered one. Let's see if its better then the otterbox.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Q606qauJ4A&feature=related
Looks sturdy. The added bulk keeps me away though.
I agree, I am worried about the excess bulkiness. Looks like a brick! All my friends have iPhone 4's so I dont want to pull out something looking a decade old! However pics and youtube videos can be deceiving. The G2 is a beautiful phone and doesnt seem to show scratches easy. I too have the loose hinge and like I said in a previous post, scotch tape on the sides is the best answer!
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I agree, I am worried about the excess bulkiness. Looks like a brick! All my friends have iPhone 4's so I dont want to pull out something looking a decade old! However pics and youtube videos can be deceiving. The G2 is a beautiful phone and doesnt seem to show scratches easy. I too have the loose hinge and like I said in a previous post, scotch tape on the sides is the best answer!
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Agreed. I always find myself buying cases for all of my devices. 2 weeks later i end up ditching them going back to naked. right now i just have the stealthguards full body protector on which is excellent even for 10$. I, for one, hate the g2's keyboard, however, its one of the best ones out thus far. (if that makes any sense)
Anybody who ordered this case received it yet? Ordered mine on the 17th and still hasn't arrived....
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DO NOT ORDER. Took forever to come and the case is complete crap. Finish sucks. Build sucks. Overall suck
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As soon as I noticed the Thunderbolt Kickstand I was thinking polish time.. But didn't want to jump the gun.. Till I noticed the clear coat was practically falling off.. along with everyone else's. All you need is about 15 mins and the will to mess with your big dollar TB.
If your clear coat is falling off. Just take your nail or a pen cap and finish scratching the rest off. Try to avoid using metal unless you want to put some knarly scratches in it. If you do use metal. Be very light and go left to right and not up to down so your following the factory lines in it.
Once done grab the masking tape and tape under and all over to keep the pretty T bolt clean.
Get some mothers or what ever polish and go to town. Just use a little bit and you can use your finger and start buffing. By just the texture of your finger it will remove the factory lines.
Then wipe off and continue till its nice and pretty Haha..
Make sure you wipe everything off with Q Tips and all before opening your kickstand..
Once cleaned off. Pull the tap and admire your new TB mirror.. Very nice..
Hope this helps. Any questions, please ask...
Looks nice
-Monky_1
It's always nice to know what the finished product will look like before deciding whether or not to try something like this, so thanks for being the guinea pig.
Yes, thanks! I will probably be doing this once mine starts peeling.
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nice gunna do this today when get off work
I think I'll try this tonight. Thanks for this post.
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Something so simple, and most of us never even thought of doing this. Thanks for this, mine is peeling off and I was getting upset because i'm anal about things like that lol
Only downfall I'm seeing is, fingerprints and what not on the kickstand. But not any different then the glass screen.. Haha
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I like it. I will definitely do this later.
I took some 1500gtit sandpaper to my kickstands and kept the brushed look. I like that the "with Google" is etched in there and remained.
sandpaper worked like a charm for me too. happy with the brushed look for now, may consider the polish.
It was only a matter of time.
Polished looks great, but it's sometimes a PITA to keep looking that good.
Nice work!
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Something so simple, and most of us never even thought of doing this.
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Kind of ironic, given how many people have GREAT ideas for software changes/upgrades, haha!
OP, thanks for the pics. Looks great!
Looks great! When mine peels bad enough I think I will polish and then re clear.
Toothpaste will work too
Most toothpastes will work for this sort of thing. In the Army, we used to take the lacquer layer off our various brass items this way. Great seeing a fix like this here. The new mirrored surface comes in handy.
Thanks!
looks really good, I don't get why so many people are having issues with the finish peeling off? Mine is perfect and i use the kickstand daily. But if mine does peel i might polish it.
how does it look with the finish peeled off w/o polishing it? i prefer the brushed metal look.
Mine was badly peeling off so i decided to do it also. Taking the coating took a lot longer than expecting using a plastic pen. I then found an aluminum pen to easily strip the rest off without scratching it. I sanded the scratches out, but didn't have any fine sandpaper to clean it all up. I'm kinda liking the slightly brushed/polished look though.
Without polish or coating
Polished
Will probably sand it down a bit more and polish it up more later on. More scratches are starting to appear, but im happy with how it looks.
doesn't look bad, always thought it'll look good. thanks!
Looks great! I'm going to use one of those green scrub pads tonight.
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