So I cheated over there weekend and got the droid razr..... And I hated it so I'm back to the charge, going to check out the nexus next week tho, just not to happy bout only having 16 gb..... For now I'm sticking with my charge
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What exactly didn't you like about the razr? I was looking at picking up one but the biggest drawback with motorola phones is the locked bootloader so no custom kernels.
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What exactly didn't you like about the razr? I was looking at picking up one but the biggest drawback with motorola phones is the locked bootloader so no custom kernels.
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ya that was one thing but the ui is way too complicated, to many options. I hoped it would be like the og did but it wasnt. I also got dead pixels out of the box. And it gets really hot. Battery worse then charge. I'm sure the hardware is great but Motorola killed it.
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I was reading threads about people complaining about black splotches on the screen when looking at a black image in the dark (why would you do that anyway?) Apparently its an issue with AMOLED screens as they all say. Other than that and the high temps everyone seems to like the phone. I'm having Verizon swap me to a new phone so I'm trying to get an idea if the Razr or Rezound is better.
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they both suck. we were cheated and never got the SGSII. The greatest phone to date.
Motorola has some great ideas but when it cones ti amoled screens Samsung takes the lead hands down. I like the options I get with my photon but I too have dark spots on my screen. Not a big deal to me, you get used to them, but out of the box come kn Motorola get it together.
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I could live with the black spots. It's not like I would be staring at a black picture under the blankets constantly Lol. The lack of removable battery worries me when it comes to flashing roms though.
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My local at&t store has these in stock. Best buy has no eta; since i got mine at best buy i have a week left to return it. Just wondering if anyone else has gotten their hands on one and what's your thought?
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Man I want a white one
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I just picked mine up. After the android update, my camera went wonky and I had to exchange for a second time. Unfortunately, I ended up with another sh*tty screen after finding a decent one. Decided to wait until today and try the white or return altogether (getting a decent screen is a crapshoot). Guys, there are zero blobs on this screen, it seems crisper and lines are a non-issue...it is nearly perfect! I have to wonder if Samsung addressed the obvious issues with the white version. If you are still within your 30 days and having screen issues, I HIGHLY suggest trying the white version. I finally feel like I got my money's worth and have zero regrets about this phone.
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I just picked mine up. After the android update, my camera went wonky and I had to exchange for a second time. Unfortunately, I ended up with another sh*tty screen after finding a decent one. Decided to wait until today and try the white or return altogether (getting a decent screen is a crapshoot). Guys, there are zero blobs on this screen, it seems crisper and lines are a non-issue...it is nearly perfect! I have to wonder if Samsung addressed the obvious issues with the white version. If you are still within your 30 days and having screen issues, I HIGHLY suggest trying the white version. I finally feel like I got my money's worth and have zero regrets about this phone.
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man I hope you are right...
returning mine to best buy tomorrow in hopes that they will get the white ones soon
shorty473 said:
I just picked mine up. After the android update, my camera went wonky and I had to exchange for a second time. Unfortunately, I ended up with another sh*tty screen after finding a decent one. Decided to wait until today and try the white or return altogether (getting a decent screen is a crapshoot). Guys, there are zero blobs on this screen, it seems crisper and lines are a non-issue...it is nearly perfect! I have to wonder if Samsung addressed the obvious issues with the white version. If you are still within your 30 days and having screen issues, I HIGHLY suggest trying the white version. I finally feel like I got my money's worth and have zero regrets about this phone.
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How about some pix?
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How about some pix?
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I wish I had screenshots of the screen prior to the exchange but I do not, sorry, but just review the pics that other members have posted and you will get the idea. I have attached 3 screenshots from the new white version. On the phone I had prior to the exchange, the black background showed hideous blobs and blotches all over the screen but as you can see, the same exact black background shows zero blotches (on the lowest or highest brightness). Everythings looks so much richer and crisper on this one, imho...FYI, my screen is on a fairly low brightness setting.
to bad i dont know when i bought my phone.....or i would take it back to get the white one if they fixed the screen
just confirmed with BB that they will not carry the white version. Guess I have to keep my black one then
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That is sexy!!! I want!!! Too bad I bought mine from Craigslist
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They told me they would within two weeks
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I actually went to ATT to get the HTC Vivid, but I was really disappointed with it. After talking to a very nice and intelligent sales rep, I decided to get the Skyrocket instead. When he went to get one from storage he realized that there were no black ones left. He told me that if we came back tomorrow (today) I could get a white one. His manager overhead the discussion and said "hold on". She walked back got a white one and told my sales rep he could sell it to me. I was very impressed with the level of service I received and I'm really happy with this phone. The white model is stunning IMO.
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They told me they would within two weeks
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Same here
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The White SR is great. The chrome trim and the chrome speaker grill adds some class.
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I've had a white one since Friday. So far, I love it.
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http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=4526125&pid=1218482666449&pt1=mobile
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They told me they would within two weeks
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http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=4526125&pid=1218482666449&pt1=mobile
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Damn I have 2 days to swap it. Hurry up BB.
Can someone confirm that there isn't any lines/blobs in this version please?
Ive been waiting for my skyrocket for 3 weeks now. Now I'm getting the white one hopefully today. Since they just came out yesterday. I finally get to have a new phone after using the captivate for a full year .
Was also able to return my black GS2 Skyrocket for a white one yesterday!! It feels smoother, the chrome lining does make it look nice, and under close inspection I could still see some vertical lining, but its less apparent than it was on the older gs2.
Maybe they did fix it, or I'm not seeing it. Then again it never really bothered me in the first place so I'm not entirely sure...
Long story short: I am on my third Infuse with constant dropped calls. ATT has now offered to replace my phone.
Any thoughts on what to get. I think my options are:
Atrix 2
LG Nitro
Captivate slide (really miss the physical keyboard)
Skyrocket
S2
The Nitro and Skyrocket seem to have some pretty stellar reviews.
I think the Atrix still has a locked bootloader.
The Slide has the keyboard I have been missing since I got the Infuse.
And the S2 has a smaller screen
Any thoughts on any of these phones?
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Definately Skyrocket
Captive slide feels cheaply made its very light even with the battery in
E3D
Sg2
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I like the atrix 2. But that's just me.
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S2.
Atrix is a Motorola - enough said
****rocket has all sorts of weird bugs - awful battery life, apparently data rarely works. AT&T's user support forums are full of people with issues.
Glide is oddball hardware - Tegra2 is a pretty poor processor, Heimdall won't talk to it, don't expect much developer love for this device
Glad you said that entropy...cause I decided to go with sgs 2... ordered it today
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Nice, I need this to happen to me! I want a Nitro I think. I want that HD screen!
dman3285 said:
Glad you said that entropy...cause I decided to go with sgs 2... ordered it today
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Aww, I though you were getting a skyrocket.
Oh well, not that much loss.
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Entropy512 said:
S2.
Atrix is a Motorola - enough said
****rocket has all sorts of weird bugs - awful battery life, apparently data rarely works. AT&T's user support forums are full of people with issues.
Glide is oddball hardware - Tegra2 is a pretty poor processor, Heimdall won't talk to it, don't expect much developer love for this device
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Lol, data rarely works? Quit making **** up.
Awful battery life? Battery life was amazing on stock, running at 1.9GHz, and LTE radio... yeah, not the best.
I don't see any other bugs.
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Yea...just a whole lot of love on the sgs2 right now..
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Longcat14 said:
Lol, data rarely works? Quit making **** up.
Awful battery life? Battery life was amazing on stock, running at 1.9GHz, and LTE radio... yeah, not the best.
I don't see any other bugs.
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From what I've read, all Samsung devices using the Qualcomm chip instead of the Exynos have screen tuning issues. Either way, I would take an Infuse first and the SGS2 second.
wow, no one is giving any love to the nitro. the more reviews I read, the more I am liking it. anyone care to elaborate on the reasons for the s2 or rocket instead of the nitro? reviewing the specs, the nitro seems just as tricked out as the others and even better speced on several fronts. not trying to start a war, just trying to figure out how to best take advantage of att's "generosity".
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Lol, data rarely works? Quit making **** up.
Awful battery life? Battery life was amazing on stock, running at 1.9GHz, and LTE radio... yeah, not the best.
I don't see any other bugs.
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hey cat, did you look at the nitro or did you just go with the rocket? why the rocket over the other two?
LG....Samsung...hmmm...not a hard choice for me....Samsung til i die bro...
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I'm a little gun shy after three infuses that cannot maintain a phone call while I drive. i just have no experience with LG phones.
Longcat14 said:
Lol, data rarely works? Quit making **** up.
Awful battery life? Battery life was amazing on stock, running at 1.9GHz, and LTE radio... yeah, not the best.
I don't see any other bugs.
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Yeah. Im completely stock and i have no issues. Data works perfect. Batt is good. For a phone this big and everything it has the batt life is awesome. People just love makin **** up
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Never one singke issue from mu infuse...and mines been thru hell i can assure you....ive owned all makes of smartphones and samsung is the most reliable...and easiest to work on and customize....
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I'm a little gun shy after three infuses that cannot maintain a phone call while I drive. i just have no experience with LG phones.
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You're using it wrong!
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ptgptg said:
I'm a little gun shy after three infuses that cannot maintain a phone call while I drive. i just have no experience with LG phones.
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I'm wondering if there's something wrong with the network where you are - does it always drop in the same place?
No one else has had the problems you have had, and for it to happen with three devices says "network" to me.
I never had a problem with dropped anything while driving - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0011GI94Q means it's extremely rare to ever have less than 3-4 bars anywhere when behind the wheel.
(I live in the boonies - I often go through areas where no phone ever has coverage, but with the Wilson I'll still usually have 3-4 bars in those places. It has more than exceeded my expectations.)
Was browsing the xda app today on the dark theme and I found two dead black spots on my screen. Thankfully they only show up on very dark grey backgrounds and are black. Tried all the dead pixel finders on the market but they don't show up on those...very odd.
Now comes the decision if I fake some things wrong to get a returb or keep it until it gets worse...
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duarian said:
Was browsing the xda app today on the dark theme and I found two dead black spots on my screen. Thankfully they only show up on very dark grey backgrounds and are black. Tried all the dead pixel finders on the market but they don't show up on those...very odd.
Now comes the decision if I fake some things wrong to get a returb or keep it until it gets worse...
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You sure it's not a bubble or mark under your screen protector? I have 2x small black dots as well but it's from aforementioned.
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duarian said:
Was browsing the xda app today on the dark theme and I found two dead black spots on my screen. Thankfully they only show up on very dark grey backgrounds and are black. Tried all the dead pixel finders on the market but they don't show up on those...very odd.
Now comes the decision if I fake some things wrong to get a returb or keep it until it gets worse...
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This is a common occurrence from what I know. There its actually a whole other thread about this same thing from a couple of days ago. I wouldn't exchange it because it's 50/50 whether you'll get one that's better or worse.
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So why does his happen to all the new expensive phones???
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Has something to do with the manufacturing process of the AMOLED screens. Fairly normal from what I have read on here.
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My phone has the same issue. Several dark patches all over on a dark background while in a dark room. That is the only time i ever notice it; doesn't bother me in the least. Other people have sent in phone after phone, every one of them having these these splotches.
It's from the way they glue the screens together and the glue doesn't dry or something in areas.
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So why does his happen to all the new expensive phones???
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This happens to all phones, and led/lcd screens for that matter. People just notice and complain more (rightfully so) on more expensive models. 2 of my last 3 phones before this had at least 1 dead pixel.
You should be able to replace it under warranty, no?
Personally my worst fear isn't dead pixels though, it would be waking up to find a naked Rex Ryan fondling my feet...
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This happens to all phones, and led/lcd screens for that matter. People just notice and complain more (rightfully so) on more expensive models. 2 of my last 3 phones before this had at least 1 dead pixel.
You should be able to replace it under warranty, no?
Personally my worst fear isn't dead pixels though, it would be waking up to find a naked Rex Ryan fondling my feet...
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It its replaceable but you're taking a chance at getting a phone with worse blotches. The OP in this thread had blotches on his replacement phone too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1833031
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Wow haha, I posted this before I want to sleep and didn't think I would even get any replies. I am extremely relieved to know I'm not the only one.
I went through 4-5 droid x2's because of dead red pixels so I was really hoping to avoid this again. However since its a common issue I'm less worried. Thank you guys!
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The blotches are different than dead pixels. Dead pixels are an instant replacement even if just 1.
That's actually a "problem" with all super ambled screens. It happens when the screen isn't lit correctly or bright enough. It's normal and hhappens on all of the screens.
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duarian said:
Wow haha, I posted this before I want to sleep and didn't think I would even get any replies. I am extremely relieved to know I'm not the only one.
I went through 4-5 droid x2's because of dead red pixels so I was really hoping to avoid this again. However since its a common issue I'm less worried. Thank you guys!
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I was the OP of the other thread that was linked to and i did end up getting it replaced with one that was not nearly as bad. if you have any questions about it you can PM me
Welcome to the crappy world of OLED screens. Why the industry has not moved to slcd2 I don't know...
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I noticed this on my new s3 while loading gta3 on a very dark background, I saw maybe 2-3 small dark circles no bigger then a grain of rice. I didn't think much of it nor do I now since my entire screen seems to display everything just fine.
Still interesting to learn some flaws of today's latest technology, who knew it could be something as simple as gluing parts togeather.
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Mine looks like a murder scene...
JohnnyTToxic said:
Mine looks like a murder scene...
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Are you being racist, implying murder scenes have a bunch of black groupings?! j/k
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Just was searching for Thunderbolts under the local craigslist ad.
Read the bottom part. Bahahahaha!!!
I absolutely HAD to share this with you guys!
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/sat/mob/3253833210.html
Wooooooooow hahahahah
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Just was searching for Thunderbolts under the local craigslist ad.
Read the bottom part. Bahahahaha!!!
I absolutely HAD to share this with you guys!
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/sat/mob/3253833210.html
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Lmao! Thunderbolt FTW!
Wow.......
I have a friend that exchanged his bolt for a rezound and he too regrets making the change.
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socalslim said:
I have a friend that exchanged his bolt for a rezound and he too regrets making the change.
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Yeah, development on the rezound is and has been slow. Some devs refuse to work on the rezound because they dislike the resound community.
Not to mention having short the phone out for s off is dangerous.
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I love my thunderbolt with the liquid ICS jmod
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Not to mention having short the phone out for s off is dangerous.
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That's ridiculous, it is not dangerous if you do it right, its amazing that the devs found that trick. The rezound is absolutely superior in every way (hardware and development) to the thunderbolt.
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That's ridiculous, it is not dangerous if you do it right, its amazing that the devs found that trick. The rezound is absolutely superior in every way (hardware and development) to the thunderbolt.
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If you say so. I know if you mess up you're screwed.
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My opinion on "MY" Thunderbolt is that it is a good.. But not great device. Battery Life is poor. Other than that, the only real complaint about the device itself is that the proximity sensor used to turn the screen off while it's against my head hasn't worked since about the second week I had the phone.. My Tbolt has had a good run. I will have had it 2 yrs this November. It has gotten pretty beat up with dings, scuffs, and chips all over it and a cracked screen (right across the "home" soft key) but all in all its still kickin strong.
Compared to my buddy's gs3 I'd say it, at least appears, to be lacking. The gs3 is a pretty cool device but honestly I think it's more of the simple human need for bigger and better toys that separates the two.. I am running Liquid's ICS at standard processor speed and I didn't notice much speed difference between the two phones...
I think it really boils down to device specific features and how the phone looks and feels that make me choose a phone and with custom roms and the basic customization of the Android OS they can all potentially be equal in that aspect...
That's my... Idk... 50 cents haha..
Thanks for the share.. I'd say it sounds like the guy is just trying to say what he can to sell his Thunderbolt lol
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My opinion on "MY" Thunderbolt is that it is a good.. But not great device. Battery Life is poor. Other than that, the only real complaint about the device itself is that the proximity sensor used to turn the screen off while it's against my head hasn't worked since about the second week I had the phone.. My Tbolt has had a good run. I will have had it 2 yrs this November. It has gotten pretty beat up with dings, scuffs, and chips all over it and a cracked screen (right across the "home" soft key) but all in all its still kickin strong.
Compared to my buddy's gs3 I'd say it, at least appears, to be lacking. The gs3 is a pretty cool device but honestly I think it's more of the simple human need for bigger and better toys that separates the two.. I am running Liquid's ICS at standard processor speed and I didn't notice much speed difference between the two phones...
I think it really boils down to device specific features and how the phone looks and feels that make me choose a phone and with custom roms and the basic customization of the Android OS they can all potentially be equal in that aspect...
That's my... Idk... 50 cents haha..
Thanks for the share.. I'd say it sounds like the guy is just trying to say what he can to sell his Thunderbolt lol
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Dindnt the thunderbolt come out in march
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Yes it can out on st Patrick's day
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Hmmm... I can't argue how long I have had my Thunderbolt.. I have a terrible memory lol. I was just going off of the fact that I get a 2yr upgrade discount in November... Not sure why that would be that way... Hell let's just say I've had it since I got it... Lol
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Hmmm... I can't argue how long I have had my Thunderbolt.. I have a terrible memory lol. I was just going off of the fact that I get a 2yr upgrade discount in November... Not sure why that would be that way... Hell let's just say I've had it since I got it... Lol
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They let the primary phone on an account upgrade 6 months early usually.
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We had to get the screen on my wife's T-Mobile One S. A nearby T-Mobile store recommended a repair place called ubreakifix.com that had a location in the area. They had to order the screen, no biggie, and it was an oem HTC complete with logo. Once installed though the colors all had a pink hue to them.
After trying to convince us the color was right and then opening it again and checking then connections, he decided to order another screen. Has anyone seen a faulty screen like this or could this be under lieing damage from the cause of the broken screen?
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A replacement I got had the same thing but I had gotten a replacement straight from T-Mobile and they switched it out again when they saw the tint
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icecicle said:
A replacement I got had the same thing but I had gotten a replacement straight from T-Mobile and they switched it out again when they saw the tint
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So the second screen was good? That's a relief to know. I guess I won't be getting to upgrade to a Nexus 4 then, hehe.
Lol Yea the second one was good so you should be good ...I kinda miss some of the feature on the one S so don't be too disappointed Lol all these smart phones nowadays do everything and sense actually adds a Lil class to it just my opinion though not saying I hate the nexus either
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I completely agree. There's nothing really that stock android offers that other ui's don't provide now. Plus, well... Not so much with sense but definitely touchwiz now has definitely added a lot of useful features, depending on your needs of course. But I mean looking at the Optimus g, and the multi app view of the note ii. There are finally becoming reasons to have a ui overlay. Now I will say I've seen nothing that beats the beauty of sense widgets...
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I've been thinking of asking for a Nexus 10 and have been seriously weighing my other options due to it's stock nature and only running the "phablet" ui.