I dropped the Nexus S down a few steps, and there are no scratches or dents.
The camera works fine, and nothing rattles when I shake it.
Are there any other internal damage issues that I should be worried about?
How dare you. The main thing you should be worried about is your nexus running off to a new owner. Lol.
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How dare you. The main thing you should be worried about is your nexus running off to a new owner. Lol.
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I burst out laughing at your response, thanks for that! XD
I throw mine around my store all day with my seidio case just to show the durability and sell some extra cases. Haven't had any issues yet and it really takes a beating. I'm talking literally throwing it across our sprint store.
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I throw mine around my store all day with my seidio case just to show the durability and sell some extra cases. Haven't had any issues yet and it really takes a beating. I'm talking literally throwing it across our sprint store.
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why do you violate such s great phone? take a moto instead :O
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lookout4theyeti said:
I throw mine around my store all day with my seidio case just to show the durability and sell some extra cases. Haven't had any issues yet and it really takes a beating. I'm talking literally throwing it across our sprint store.
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I bought that case! Yay!
Edit: to the Original Poster, just fyi, everything attached to the motherboard will survive quite severe shocks. Usually the screen will break before anything else. You may have seen phones with shattered LCD screens that are in otherwise perfectly functioning order
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I'm getting a Nexus S 4G and I was wondering what defects I should keep an eye out for before leaving the store.
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I've had 5 of them and all were flawless. Only issue is radio and you wont know til you try to use it.
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Awesome bc I have an EVO 3D and have had nothing but problems with it. I'm on my 3rd one and I'm done. I'm swapping it out for a Nexus S later today!
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Defects? XD
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Defects? XD
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yea i have one. it makes my girlfriends epic quiver in fear.
the screen coating on mine is peeling off but i have insurance so i plan on swapping out when i can afford a case :O
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Defects? XD
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Hey the only reason I asked I BC I had the EVO 3D lol and I srsly believe every one sold has defects!
I now have a NS4G and I'm in love
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Hey the only reason I asked I BC I had the EVO 3D lol and I srsly believe every one sold has defects!
I now have a NS4G and I'm in love
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Congrats, now wrap it up in BSE or Ghost Armor, or if you can't do that, at least get a case for it. One drop on asphalt will result in regret for as long as you own it.
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Congrats, now wrap it up in BSE or Ghost Armor, or if you can't do that, at least get a case for it. One drop on asphalt will result in regret for as long as you own it.
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Thank you, and yes I will get a case,I have never drooped my Evo 4g so I should OK but I will still get one just in case.
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Thank you, and yes I will get a case,I have never drooped my Evo 4g so I should OK but I will still get one just in case.
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Don't jinx yourself man. I had my Nexus One from January 8th of last year. Never dropped it until I decided to myself that I was ready to move on a couple months ago... dropped it twice, effectively knocking $50 off the value.
Got my Nexus S and had ordered BSE before I ever received it. It didn't leave my house until it was wrapped up more securely than a john's member when he's with a pro.
the only..
the only defect I have found is not being able to stop playing with it, my wife gets highly annoyed.
You shouldn't have to worry at all about quality of the build like the HTC Evo & Evo 3D. I took back multiple Evo's and have yet to return a Nexus S due to manufacturer defect
I've had several replacements due to various issues, non of which were defects noticeable in the store. The biggest thing I've noticed is the fluctuation is displays. One looks bright and bold while the other looks natural and warm. This of course would be opinion and not a defect.
I'm the type who likes to slap on a screen protector before powering on the device so I never allow the reps to open my new device and set it up.(they're always ruff and I've had two phones leave the store with scratches on the displays from the reps fingernails). Issues your going to notice are things like weak signal strength, weak wifi connection, etc. These are known "issues" were all experiencing and are not things an exchange is going to solve. I'm a huge fan of the NS4G and will never own a non Nexus/pure Google device again. The hardware is not totally cutting edge but its a solid, well built device that leaves you feeling you have the most OFFICIAL Android device in your hand.
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I bought an Invisibleshield screen protector at BestBuy and had an employee in the cell phone area install it for me. He sprayed the phone directly with the solution and now it appears that the solution has seeped in through the sides. It doesn't affect the screen but it's noticeable under the proximity sensor and earpiece. It's been 4 days since installation and it's still not gone and it's bothering the hell out of me. Any suggestions on how to get rid of it aside from taking the phone apart?
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I bought an Invisibleshield screen protector at BestBuy and had an employee in the cell phone area install it for me. He sprayed the phone directly with the solution and now it appears that the solution has seeped in through the sides. It doesn't affect the screen but it's noticeable under the proximity sensor and earpiece. It's been 4 days since installation and it's still not gone and it's bothering the hell out of me. Any suggestions on how to get rid of it aside from taking the phone apart?
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I would take it back in there and complain about it and tell them you want a new one.
Can I do that? I didn't buy the phone from BestBuy, I bought it new from eBay.
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Can I do that? I didn't buy the phone from BestBuy, I bought it new from eBay.
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I thought you bought from Best Buy, that i'm not sure, I mean it's worth a shot I guess, raise hell if they give you problems, ask to talk to their manager?
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Can I do that? I didn't buy the phone from BestBuy, I bought it new from eBay.
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Yes you can. If they damage something during installation they must replace it. Raise hell with a manager if you have to. The phone is not in the same condition you brought it in as.
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Yes you can. If they damage something during installation they must replace it. Raise hell with a manager if you have to. The phone is not in the same condition you brought it in as.
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^^^^^
This. They jacked up your property so they have to replace it. If the manager gives u crap. Tell them you want the corporate number and they will replace. They don't want people calling corporate lol
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Be sure to come back and let us know how it went!!!!!!
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Maybe I'm just blind, but I've been unable to find a place...
Just got an insurance replacement and I need to get a new case because I broken my old one. Had the Seidio case, and I liked it, but debating on trying out the Otterbox.... I wish I could find some high quality pictures of it though. I remember seeing a page somewhere that compared the two in ultra high quality but cannot seem to find it either..
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Maybe I'm just blind, but I've been unable to find a place...
Just got an insurance replacement and I need to get a new case because I broken my old one. Had the Seidio case, and I liked it, but debating on trying out the Otterbox.... I wish I could find some high quality pictures of it though. I remember seeing a page somewhere that compared the two in ultra high quality but cannot seem to find it either..
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they discontinued it from what i believe it had a crappy design, quality, and terrible reviews.
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they discontinued it from what i believe it had a crappy design, quality, and terrible reviews.
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No it didn't.
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No it didn't.
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http://reviews.otterbox.com/8831/SAM4-EPIC4/samsung-epic-4g-commuter-series-case-reviews/reviews.htm
take a look for yourself alot of more bad reviews than good.
Not to mention they dont have it even on their website only one that pops up is the Epic 4G Touch
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http://reviews.otterbox.com/8831/SAM4-EPIC4/samsung-epic-4g-commuter-series-case-reviews/reviews.htm
take a look for yourself alot of more bad reviews than good.
Not to mention they dont have it even on their website only one that pops up is the Epic 4G Touch
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004QLXE3Y Amazon's reviews beg to differ.
And did you actually own one or are you just speaking out your ass like you always do about something you don't have any experience with? I owned one. It was a fantastic case. It took one hell of a beating from me and others before it finally broke after a year, and I seriously mean one hell of a beating.
My phone is still in mint condition when it should be shattered in pieces many times over thanks to that case.
Also there you go OP. If you want to get one.
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Zeinzu said:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004QLXE3Y Amazon's reviews beg to differ.
And did you actually own one or are you just speaking out your ass like you always do about something you don't have any experience with? I owned one. It was a fantastic case. It took one hell of a beating from me and others before it finally broke after a year, and I seriously mean one hell of a beating.
My phone is still in mint condition when it should be shattered in pieces many times over thanks to that case.
Also there you go OP. If you want to get one.
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I have used one before not personally on my epic but my friends has one and i thought it was okay but his screen did however crack from falling. it had lasted about 3 months and took a good beating as well. but i have used other cases and have worked a little better is all. im not saying their GOD awful but just more of a Hit & Miss.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004QLXE3Y Amazon's reviews beg to differ.
And did you actually own one or are you just speaking out your ass like you always do about something you don't have any experience with? I owned one. It was a fantastic case. It took one hell of a beating from me and others before it finally broke after a year, and I seriously mean one hell of a beating.
My phone is still in mint condition when it should be shattered in pieces many times over thanks to that case.
Also there you go OP. If you want to get one.
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Unfortunately it is out of stock there
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It's not the giant ass Otter case, but still has the Otter brand name.
http://www.shopandroid.com/otterbox-commuter-series-case/4A54A8036.htm
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It's not the giant ass Otter case, but still has the Otter brand name.
http://www.shopandroid.com/otterbox-commuter-series-case/4A54A8036.htm
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that is the only case for the Epic 4G its not giant because its not an iPhone lol
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that is the only case for the Epic 4G its not giant because its not an iPhone lol
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The Droid X has the giant ass Otter case. I'd imagine any popular, non-slider phone would have the giant version.
The OG Evo also has the huge one.
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The OG Evo also has the huge one.
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OK I see why now take a look at the epic its curvature versus the Evo and Droidx.
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XxLostSoulxX said:
OK I see why now take a look at the epic its curvature versus the Evo and Droidx.
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True story.
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I owned one and sold many. It was sturdy, but the way it locked onto the phone kind of sucked. It could pop right off and it was the sliding mechanism of the phone that made it a 2 piece. There's solid no keyboard phones have a advantage with sturdier cases.
I wouldn't even bother...the case is such crap...the prongs on the upper case, pulled two of my keys clean off my keyboard...which was a common issue that I didn't hear about until "after" it was purchased. The only way to prevent this was to file the prongs off, which in turn made the upper case unsecure...such a tool of a case
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JuiceTheKidd said:
I wouldn't even bother...the case is such crap...the prongs on the upper case, pulled two of my keys clean off my keyboard...which was a common issue that I didn't hear about until "after" it was purchased. The only way to prevent this was to file the prongs off, which in turn made the upper case unsecure...such a tool of a case
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"The only way to prevent it" and yet it never happened to me.
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casesinthebox said:
I want buy an otterbox case.
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Are u Russian? I know I'm not the best when it comes to grammar because I simply think to fast when typing.
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Are u Russian? I know I'm not the best when it comes to grammar because I simply think to fast when typing.
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You are the last person in the world who should ever play grammar police.
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Okay I'm not trying to sell my s3 here, but I need advice on selling it locally. My s3 is in great condition. the screen has literally NEVER been touched, but I did drop it on a church trip and a crack covers a bottom corner. Just one in-line crack on the bottom corner. I want to know a decent selling price is cause you can't tell the crack is on the screen when the screen is on and everything works perfect still. including where the crack is. I have the s4 now so I'm looking for a little extra cash but don't wanna rip myself or a buyer off. thanks!
the screen protector is dirty near the home button just so you know that is not the actual phone
replace the glass and you will get much more for it.
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replace the glass and you will get much more for it.
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isn't that pretty expensive??
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coltonwood said:
isn't that pretty expensive??
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all you need is a 20 dollar part and a heat gun/ hair dryer.
there are videos on youtube. looks pretty "fool proof" if you are willing to risk possibly messing the digitizer up. if that happens you are at like 200 bucks in repairs.
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all you need is a 20 dollar part and a heat gun/ hair dryer.
there are videos on youtube. looks pretty "fool proof" if you are willing to risk possibly messing the digitizer up. if that happens you are at like 200 bucks in repairs.
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yeah I've soon some videos but don't know if I'm ready for that :/ let's say I sold it as is..how much would you estimate I could get fairly?
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yeah I've soon some videos but don't know if I'm ready for that :/ let's say I sold it as is..how much would you estimate I could get fairly?
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Most likely 280? Not really sure
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let's say I sold it as is..how much would you estimate I could get fairly?
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Honestly, I don't believe it will sell as is. The S4 is out and that has caused some S3s on Ebay and Craig's List that don't have the crack for fairly reasonable prices.
I hope I'm wrong but I'd really try to repair it or at least get prices on having someone else do it for you. If you know someone who can fix it, you might get it done for parts plus a couple of six packs. :laugh:
Radioshack has a service they offer that fixes broken screens and it is less than a 100 bucks. I know in my area there are at least 2 places that fix screens for less than 50 dollars. Most of the phones on Craigslist in my area have already dropped in prices so don't expect much more than 200 for a broken screen.
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well I already have the s4 and a backup droid x2 (haha I know) so I may just sell it for around $100-120. otherwise it will sit on my desk. I have a friend that already wants it bad. He is switching from an iPhone of many years so I can cut him a deal to help him out. Thank you everyone for the advice!
I'm looking for one, my Nexus fell and I have a hairline crack in it.
It's not in the way at all I'm just kinda anal about it for no reason at all.
So far all the places I normally go to only have the Display/Battery Door/Battery in stock..
If anyone can find it I'd appreciate it a bunch
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I'm looking for one, my Nexus fell and I have a hairline crack in it.
It's not in the way at all I'm just kinda anal about it for no reason at all.
So far all the places I normally go to only have the Display/Battery Door/Battery in stock..
If anyone can find it I'd appreciate it a bunch
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I realize this is an old thread but I'd also like to know if it's possible to replace the glass covering the camera. My phone took a tumble last weekend and now I've got quite a nice crack on that glass. I've done some googling but haven't come up with much, does anybody know if it's possible to get replacement glass, and if so from where?
Ordered mine from here...still waiting on it to arrive. Will repost once it does.
http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=181254590441
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wtorres141 said:
Ordered mine from here...still waiting on it to arrive. Will repost once it does.
http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=181254590441
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Hmmm for some reason that link just takes me to the ebay homepage. But was this along the lines of what you ordered?
That's the part. Its the mid frame between the back cover and the main board. Glass is built in.
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Hmmm for some reason that link just takes me to the ebay homepage. But was this along the lines of what you ordered?
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yes that should be that one, as the back upper assembly contains the camera glass cover
Awesome, thanks folks!
After you recieve the replacement part and you replace it in the phone, can you please try to "broke" the spoiled "glass" to discover if it is true glass or plastic?
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Any pictures of your damage? Just curious
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It's glass for sure...attached a pic of new replacement which arrived today...and broken part; installed in minutes...:good: