Is it plastic? Glass? Gorilla Glass? Just wondering because hard to tell from looking at it or tapping it. I'm hoping its some type of fortified glass.
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I think it's a very clear type of plastic. I work in a lab and we have all kinds of glass and plastics. It resembles the kind I use on some test tubes.
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I think it's a very clear type of plastic. I work in a lab and we have all kinds of glass and plastics. It resembles the kind I use on some test tubes.
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Really, clear plastic? Lol. Sorry, I just had to.
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I'd guess it's just standard glass.
high grade plastic.. Just judging by the way you can see some distortions (for lack of a better word) in really bright light.
I heard its made of gorilla glass
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Really, clear plastic? Lol. Sorry, I just had to.
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Haha... well I also suppose they would go for something a bit clearer knowing that there's a camera behind it. If not clear, a plastic that's a bit more scratch resistant. I really doubt it's glass let alone gorilla glass.
I think its the same type of plastic used on the lens cover of the Desire. For that reason i'm a but worried because the desire's scratched easily and became blurry from carrying the phone around in a pocket. Mine even had a crack in it.
Since the Desire had a removable back this was not a problem, you could replace the back or, as i did, push out the lens cover completely. But this is not possible One X. One X takes very good videos and photos and i dont want to ruin it with damaging the lens cover so i will definitely place a protector on it asap.
Wondered the same thing when buying it because it seems without a case the phone rests on the lens when played on its back. Got a case soon after just incase though, but i'd love to know for sure.
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Wondered the same thing when buying it because it seems without a case the phone rests on the lens when played on its back. Got a case soon after just incase though, but i'd love to know for sure.
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It doesn't actually rest on the lens, per se. It rests on the lower edge of the metal ring.
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It doesn't actually rest on the lens, per se. It rests on the lower edge of the metal ring.
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The ring's edges do not seem to stick out, so it is exactly on the same level as the metal ring. For that reason whenever i place my phone on the table, i place it with the screen down.
oh well, first world problems
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plaktoets said:
The ring's edges do not seem to stick out, so it is exactly on the same level as the metal ring. For that reason whenever i place my phone on the table, i place it with the screen down.
oh well, first world problems
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It sticks out, compared to the international HOX
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joooch said:
I heard its made of gorilla glass
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It's not. It isn't cost effective, the optics wouldn't gain much from it because they're not the best. And the lens focuses past the lens cover.Just like a filter on a dslr.
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I just noticed these on the casemate website. Looks similar to the tough case. Someone should buy one and let me know how it is lol.
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Paticakeman said:
I just noticed these on the casemate website. Looks similar to the tough case. Someone should buy one and let me know how it is lol.
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damn nicer than the tough case !!! should have wait a little bit more....
I'm buying one.....I just can't decided between white or black!
Ok I'll say it.....
"But the holes are covered!"
i using tough case and which like you said holes are covered and there still isnt any issues... ?
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I'm buying one.....I just can't decided between white or black!
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i would say white but white easily caught dirt?...
Is this, like their tough case, two pieces that fit into each other?
On the web page, they make it seem like they have formed the two plastics of this case into one piece but I can't tell.
I think its still two piece. I vote white!
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Is this, like their tough case, two pieces that fit into each other?
One the web page, they make it seem like they have formed the two plastics of this case into one piece but I can't tell.
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It is one piece made of two materials(hard rubberand plastic) and it does not have two layers,so it is very and I mean very difficult to put it on the phone and take it off.It id also easy to scratch because plastic is high gloss.i had it on Desire HD and swap it for Tough which offers much better protection.But I have to admit that Pop is looker
just ordered a white one today
Couple questions about this case.
1: Is the inner layer on this like soft sillicone?
(I'm not liking the harder material that TPU is on my phone. I can tell its wearing on the front corners and making the matte finish to be shiny.)
2: The only hole that im worried about is the one above the camera and it seems to be covered. Is this hole actually anything to worry about?
(They are all just mounting points for antenna contacts, but the one above the camera is the only one that leads to a hole in the phone housing.)
3: Can anyone post pictures of this yet?
Looks pretty sweet, Someone post some pictures once you receive it.
So i have had my fair share of smartphones but I have to say that my only pet peeve about this phone is how easily it is for the lens to smudge. I constantly have to find myself wiping the lens before taking any pictures. Is anyone else also having this issue?
Lol is this thread serious?
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Dammit. The bottom of my shoes always get dirty. Does anyone else have this problem?
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RCOVA said:
Dammit. The bottom of my shoes always get dirty. Does anyone else have this problem?
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You wear trash bags over your shoes problem solved =-p
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You wear trash bags over your shoes problem solved =-p
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I lol'd
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So i have had my fair share of smartphones but I have to say that my only pet peeve about this phone is how easily it is for the lens to smudge. I constantly have to find myself wiping the lens before taking any pictures. Is anyone else also having this issue?
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Maybe you should return it then. Get one with smudge free glass.
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Actually this is a good thread.
Why does not ONE single phone have a #@)*%@#ing shutter that closes over the lens? Like a regular friggin' camera. It seems so blindingly obvious. I've had to resort to using a loop made out of scotch tape to keep it from getting scratched or dirty in my pocket with all other stuff I throw in there.
Now sure maybe that'd add too much cost for phones. But what is even easier/cheaper? With less excuse?
Why do phone cases not simply have a little latched door that closes over it? Or a shutter that slides over the opening, to cover the lens and protect it? This is actually a much better question.. they have no excuse. I mean what is the purpose OF a "case" anyway? Protection.
The fact cases only have a dumb hole there and no protection is nuts. Even "good ones" don't have this. I haven't seen a single case with it... has anyone else?
Doors on the lens inevitably lead to scratches. Over time dust/dirt builds up between the lens and cover. Slide the door, scratch the lens. This is why I have an Otterbox Commuter case. The phone is already too slim to hold (for me), and the rear shell has tapered cavities for the speaker, flash, and lens. I put a thin strip of painter's tape on the back to cover the lens and flash. This is better than scotch tape since you can easily peel it off and reapply it several times, and you don't need a loop on the end which can get caught on things.
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Actually this is a good thread.
Why does not ONE single phone have a #@)*%@#ing shutter that closes over the lens? Like a regular friggin' camera. It seems so blindingly obvious. I've had to resort to using a loop made out of scotch tape to keep it from getting scratched or dirty in my pocket with all other stuff I throw in there.
Now sure maybe that'd add too much cost for phones. But what is even easier/cheaper? With less excuse?
Why do phone cases not simply have a little latched door that closes over it? Or a shutter that slides over the opening, to cover the lens and protect it? This is actually a much better question.. they have no excuse. I mean what is the purpose OF a "case" anyway? Protection.
The fact cases only have a dumb hole there and no protection is nuts. Even "good ones" don't have this. I haven't seen a single case with it... has anyone else?
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Like bob said the dirt scratches the lense and also the space constraints I would imagine. Looking at the camera there is physically no way to put a mechnical cover on it especially since it protrudes out. It just isn't possible.
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Like bob said the dirt scratches the lense and also the space constraints I would imagine. Looking at the camera there is physically no way to put a mechnical cover on it especially since it protrudes out. It just isn't possible.
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Well of course it's possible, but it would probably make the camera lens bump rather ungainly.
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Well of course it's possible, but it would probably make the camera lens bump rather ungainly.
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They would have to make the bump way wider to house the cover when it retracts and it would look so ugly. Then they'd have to axe the little silver ring around it which would make it even uglier.
Hmm painter's tape..thank you bobj0e. Will need to get some.
Still I think cases should have a door or something. Sure the phone itself does not have room such a thing with today's tech. But cases should easily have room since they are adding thickness. Which means they are adding space between a door and the lens, there should be several mm between the two at least. Right? Doesn't it make sense some case should have such a thing, to protect the camera?
Hi all
Amazon UK now have MediaDevil screen protectors for the XZ (front and back sold separately). Just fitted mine, much nicer than the ones that come in the box. Only been on for about 30 mins, but fingerprints actually seem to wipe off these ones! V happy.
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Amazon UK now have MediaDevil screen protectors for the XZ (front and back sold separately). Just fitted mine, much nicer than the ones that come in the box. Only been on for about 30 mins, but fingerprints actually seem to wipe off these ones! V happy.
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did you mean fingerprints are still visible but can be easily wiped?
Yes. They're still there, but nowhere near as bad as with the original ones, and I can wipe them away on my jeans.
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Yes. They're still there, but nowhere near as bad as with the original ones, and I can wipe them away on my jeans.
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Link please?
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Here you go...
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00C8Y795K
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00C0EUZO0
The front and back are sold separately, but there were two in each pack.
I'd just wish they came with oleophobic coating
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if you want one is the oleophobic coting check this out!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2222928
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if you want one is the oleophobic coting check this out!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2222928
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They look nice but I'd prefer from the UK rather than imported from US.
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I e-mailed mediadevil asking if they were planning on releasing one with oleophobic coating, got this response...
"I'm afraid we're unlikely to release an oleophobic version -- some brands do use this material, however it does not meet our standards for several reasons. First, this material often has a blue tinge, and we only sell protectors that are completely clear. Second, it is much more likely to experience the 'rainbow effect', and third, while it does show fewer fingerprint marks, it has also been our experience that the fingerprint marks that do appear are more difficult to clean.
If you have had a different experience with oleophobic screen protectors, we'd be very interested to hear about it, however at the moment we have yet to find a material that does not have these issues."
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They look nice but I'd prefer from the UK rather than imported from US.
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Trust me these are the best protectors you can get and is cheap!
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Trust me these are the best protectors you can get and is cheap!
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Well I decided to buy those:
atFoliX FX-Clear screen-protector for Sony Xperia Z (3 pack).
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00B2T6XTA/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_gb?ie=UTF8
I will report how good they are.
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What is the general concensus on which protector has the best fit? I really don't like the spigen (too much gaps, and lazy cutouts)
Mobe1969 said:
What is the general concensus on which protector has the best fit? I really don't like the spigen (too much gaps, and lazy cutouts)
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Clarivue and martinfields are cut to precision
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Clarivue and martinfields are cut to precision
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Thanks for that
I take it the Clarivues are front only. They sound good though from their website. But odd terminology talking about "1 set" but seem to mean "1"
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Thanks for that
I take it the Clarivues are front only. They sound good though from their website. But odd terminology talking about "1 set" but seem to mean "1"
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Nope, im using it at the moment, its front and back (x2).. Great price, performs as it sshould sooooo no complaints so far
Ah awesome! They do look good. the front/rear lack of clarity on their wording was odd though. I even read their installation instructions for it and was only talking front.
Did you use that "masking tape" trick to install? Or just really good at putting them on? I'll be trying the masking tape way
Has anyone found any large sets of cheap front and back protectors on eBay?
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Ah awesome! They do look good. the front/rear lack of clarity on their wording was odd though. I even read their installation instructions for it and was only talking front.
Did you use that "masking tape" trick to install? Or just really good at putting them on? I'll be trying the masking tape way
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Nope, just good ole:
1. Clean the screen off (Make sure no dust, lint, etc are on the screen)
2. Don it on the phone and use the cam cutouts as guide.
3. I did get dust and lint after installation, I used clear tape to take off the sp a lil and used another tape to get those lint/dust.
viola..
took about 5-10 mins for me to install perfectly.
Screen protector and water
Hi Guys,
I bought a Krusell Frostcover and had a front screen protector installed today. I don't remember its brand, the shop assistant threw its packaging out. I remember it was sort of blue, and it had a microfiber cloth included...
I never had a protector before and I'd like to know how it reacts to water. I'm not planning to go scuba diving with the phone, but since it's water resistant, it will probably get sometimes. May it affect the film? Loosen it? Or no problem, unless it gets underneath it somehow?
Thanks in advance!
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Hi Guys,
I bought a Krusell Frostcover and had a front screen protector installed today. I don't remember its brand, the shop assistant threw its packaging out. I remember it was sort of blue, and it had a microfiber cloth included...
I never had a protector before and I'd like to know how it reacts to water. I'm not planning to go scuba diving with the phone, but since it's water resistant, it will probably get sometimes. May it affect the film? Loosen it? Or no problem, unless it gets underneath it somehow?
Thanks in advance!
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Its fine with a sp, i wash my phone once a week.. And all is well
I just purchased an ATT SGS4 after having an SGS2 for two years, and I'm still getting used to its larger size. I usually hold my phone in one hand, with a finger on the bottom/USB port. I continued to buy the SGS4 because I seem to be the only person on earth who actually prefers a plastic phone body to metal. I hate touching metal (it's a weird OCD thing).
The area around the micro USB port is metal, though, and when my finger rubs against the edge of the port, it feels sharp and slightly raised. And after holding the phone for a while, it irritates my finger. Has anyone else noticed this?
Hate to break it to ya its ALL plastic. maybe get a case? Case of placebo perhaps
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Hate to break it to ya its ALL plastic. maybe get a case? Case of placebo perhaps
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Um no it's not all plastic, there is an extremely light aluminum magnesium frame. Where on earth did you think it was all plastic XD
I noticed this too but realized it was only the plastic film . Once I took it off all was fine
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Um no it's not all plastic, there is an extremely light aluminum magnesium frame. Where on earth did you think it was all plastic XD
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Hate you burst your bubble, but the "metalic" frame is polycarbonate plastic, just like the rest of the phone. It just has shiny silver paint.
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Um no it's not all plastic, there is an extremely light aluminum magnesium frame. Where on earth did you think it was all plastic XD
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It's plastic. Take the back cover off and you can see where the silver paint overlaps on the white body.
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It's plastic. Take the back cover off and you can see where the silver paint overlaps on the white body.
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That's cool, underneath that is the magnesium frame...
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The area around the micro USB port is metal, though, and when my finger rubs against the edge of the port, it feels sharp and slightly raised. And after holding the phone for a while, it irritates my finger. Has anyone else noticed this?
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So ita sticking out? Mine ia flush no sharp or slightly raised edges at all. Sounds defected
I know exactly what you're taking about, it rests right on my pinky finger. I think I've just gotten used to it already though.
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Hate to break it to ya its ALL plastic. maybe get a case? Case of placebo perhaps
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Case of tampons... j/k, but the OP certainly isn't the only one who prefers plastic. I don't feel a sharp edge on the bottom port though. I second the case suggestion.
Looks like trolling to me
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I know exactly what you're taking about, it rests right on my pinky finger. I think I've just gotten used to it already though.
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See this guy knows what I'm talking about...
The USB port "hole" is punched out of the main phone body and a notch in the plastic back cover. On my phone at least, the seam isn't perfectly aligned, so when my finger rubs against it, I feel a rough edge.
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See this guy knows what I'm talking about...
The USB port "hole" is punched out of the main phone body and a notch in the plastic back cover. On my phone at least, the seam isn't perfectly aligned, so when my finger rubs against it, I feel a rough edge.
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Like I mentioned earlier. It must be a manufacturing defect
Just to make sure others understand, this phone is NOT all plastic, it's got a magnesium frame lol
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Just to make sure others understand, this phone is NOT all plastic, it's got a magnesium frame lol
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How do you know for sure? Where do you get your information? Link us to whatever device specification sheet you're reading.
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How do you know for sure? Where do you get your information? Link us to whatever device specification sheet you're reading.
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Just watch multiple breakdowns yourself and you will see lol, also it's the trend for all Galaxy devices since the Galaxy S 4G
It is NOT an entire polycarbonate shell.
Link you in a minute.
Also magnesium alloy is extremely light and durable. It's going to remind you of plastic when side by side.
Well, I returned my phone and got a new one. It seems like such a minor flaw, but it was bothersome. The new phone thankfully does not have the same problem and has a smooth seam.
Omg. I thought the sides were all metallic until this post! Damn it
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Only one way to tell if it's magnesium - try to set it on fire.
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Only one way to tell if it's magnesium - try to set it on fire.
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This was done on a tear down and it sparked and cracked like magnesium does. It's a great design to be honest, strong yet extremely light. Stronger then aluminum actually.
I've had my Z3 now for a couple weeks, came from a z2.
In my one year with the 2 I had no chips, obviously some scratches and scuffs but no chips.
My Z3 already has two chips on the top bezel one in the front and a smaller one in the back, is this a common issue?
I buy this phone because I hate cases so the dust/waterproofing is the big draw for me.
Sad to see these chips so soon..
Got the same issue here. Very bad though
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Got the same issue here. Very bad though
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Protective case is the way to go.
This may sound like comparing apple and oranges...
Imagine your car vs keys...nasty...or rubbing dust-sand on car...that is why people makes-uses protective cases...
Can u post some pictures? I intermittently use a case and sometimes not. I am leaning towards not putting a case on bcos a case seems hiding the beauty but this post bothered me. Do u own the black one?
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nedooo said:
Beauty is not that hidden
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Actually I think with a protector like that, dust still finds its way in and scratches the phone anyway.
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Beauty is not that hidden
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I use a similar transparent case for mine but the feel in the hand with it bare is just awesome. I put it in the case when charging bec people/I might accidentaly kick the wire and send my Z3 flying. Lol
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Dunno... My phones are always naked and I never have any issues. There are scratches and what not, but that's what makes it special.
I have foil on the back and not a single spot on the metal body...
I'll never put a case on the I s thing, never did with my z2 either.
tempered glass front and back and that's it.
I also make sure my phones always in a pocket by itself.. Wasn't asking for advice on cases simply asking if this problem is wide spread.
Seems odd these company's change materials from one flagship to the next when the previous one clearly had a more durable finish.
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I'll never put a case on the I s thing, never did with my z2 either.
tempered glass front and back and that's it.
I also make sure my phones always in a pocket by itself.. Wasn't asking for advice on cases simply asking if this problem is wide spread.
Seems odd these company's change materials from one flagship to the next when the previous one clearly had a more durable finish.
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Sorry for off topic...
But nothing in the world happens by itself, if you scratch aluminum (not so scratchproof material) it will show marks. Never heard that on Z3 is used some kind of extra soft aluminum...to put it short...good luck...