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[Q] Lens covers?

Does anyone have an solution to cover/protect the camera lens on the phone?
Not so much from scratches, but mostly lint/dust.
I seem to have this problem with most phones (not just the Optiums V), and it seems to be a function of manufacturers recessing the lens to protect it from scratches, or surrounding it with a bezel.
Crap just accumulates against the edges, and I find I have to clean it out every so often or the picture quality suffers.

Wrap your shirt around your pinky and shove it in there man. Lol
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yeah,but it will not scratch as long as you put it in pouch.

aamir515 said:
Wrap your shirt around your pinky and shove it in there man. Lol
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This is what i do. Its never failed me

aamir515 said:
Wrap your shirt around your pinky and shove it in there man. Lol
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Lol yep, the simple solution! If I ever remember, I like to put some alcohol or some sort of cleaning fluid and wipe around with a cotton swab.

I just cleaned mine the other day with a damp q-tip. Then used the dry side to wipe off the little bit of water left on the cover.
I am going to do this about once a week or so just to keep crap outta there!

ok guys, this is the cleaning thread for the P500 - i'm right?
so, here is my question: how do you clean the particles between the lcd board and the glass over it? is there a way to do that or must we life with that?

the dust underneath? would love an answer to this
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aamir515 said:
Wrap your shirt around your pinky and shove it in there man. Lol
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Ha simply the easiest and quickest solution. Been doing this for ages man.

andy572 said:
ok guys, this is the cleaning thread for the P500 - i'm right?
so, here is my question: how do you clean the particles between the lcd board and the glass over it? is there a way to do that or must we life with that?
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My p500 suffers from this, the only solution is to take it apart from what i've gathered, which will void your warranty. :/

sent my phone in with the dust problem, rooted and running cm7 and they repaced the lcd, changed the plastic screen front for gorrilla glass free of charge. tested resestance withe a swiss cooking knife.

Gorilla glass on P500 ?
I want it!

Rores said:
sent my phone in with the dust problem, rooted and running cm7 and they repaced the lcd, changed the plastic screen front for gorrilla glass free of charge. tested resestance withe a swiss cooking knife.
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Yes for free and rooted?? Wow
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vlt96 said:
Yes for free and rooted?? Wow
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Well bricked actually.. So they probably just hooked it up to the kdz. The problem with it though is when the phone heats up the moisture on the screen heats up and dries and scrolling is unbearable.
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Rores said:
Well bricked actually.. So they probably just hooked it up to the kdz. The problem with it though is when the phone heats up the moisture on the screen heats up and dries and scrolling is unbearable.
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This is on the old screen too...
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[Q] Case Customization

I've ordered cases from ebay and I'm interested in customizing them by drawing designs on the back with sharpie(design is attached). My only problem is that I know it's gonna wear off and I was wondering if anyone knew how to make the design permanent. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

im no expert but maybe you can put a thin layer of varnish on it?
on a side note, the design looks like a giant penis with legs

c19932 said:
on a side note, the design looks like a giant penis with legs
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oh, isnt it a penis then?

It's a squid but I appreciate the criticism
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Industrial Sharpe.... not going anywhere

I did a similar thing with my old iPhone 3G! What made it stay, was the thin layer of tape find some in a near by hobbyshop!
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Not to be mean but your Design isn't a squid, they have five Tentacles... >.>
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Ugh, why do you people have to be smart...it's now an Octopus that lost 2 limbs and I think it looks less like a penis...
Thanks for the advice btw!

Maybe sand down the case with fine grit sandpaper then industrial sharpie topped with a couple of layers of clear matte spray paint? MAYBE?

c19932 said:
on a side note, the design looks like a giant penis with legs
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a guy from work told me about this thread for that comment... LOL

Hide yer kids hide yer wives, squidcock is on a rape rampage!
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Doesn't matter how many legs you give it. The shape and size makes the top of it's head look like the tip of a penis. With veins, too.

Wow, this made my day a whole lot better............

You could use a clear coat spray i would think. They sell it at auto parts stores. Made to spray over paint. Although it may seal it, it wont protect from pregnancy or STDs..
PS. If the clear coat doesn't work, maybe you could put a condom over it? That should protect it

nugzo said:
You could use a clear coat spray i would think. They sell it at auto parts stores. Made to spray over paint. Although it may seal it, it wont protect from pregnancy or STDs..
PS. If the clear coat doesn't work, maybe you could put a condom over it? That should protect it
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"Condom" don't leave home without it.

nugzo said:
You could use a clear coat spray i would think. They sell it at auto parts stores. Made to spray over paint. Although it may seal it, it wont protect from pregnancy or STDs..
PS. If the clear coat doesn't work, maybe you could put a condom over it? That should protect it
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LOL. But yea spraying should be better than with a brush for better smoothness.
evinkay said:
Ugh, why do you people have to be smart...it's now an Octopus that lost 2 limbs and I think it looks less like a penis...
Thanks for the advice btw!
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you could argue that the 2 limbs are in the backside of the pictures.
But I think your updated version looks more like the bottom view of a penis, with all the nice shadows on the trunk
edit: jokes aside, I think it's a nice drawing and you should keep this case.

Definitely automotive clear coat. I've used it on projects like this, and it's great.

Painting My Infuse

So, I've been considering painting my Infuse's shell. Since I do not use a case, the original paint is scratched and wearing in some places, so I want to paint it a new color and make it look fresh and new, as well as unique. I would be keeping the back plate the same for now, so it would just be the trim of the phone.
If I had to return it, I would try and repaint it again with something close to the original color...does anybody think an ATT rep would notice if it was slightly different? This is the only thing keeping me from tearing apart my Infuse right now. Haha.
Also, any thoughts on what colors would look good? I has thinking white, red, or lime green

welchertc said:
So, I've been considering painting my Infuse's shell. Since I do not use a case, the original paint is scratched and wearing in some places, so I want to paint it a new color and make it look fresh and new, as well as unique. I would be keeping the back plate the same for now, so it would just be the trim of the phone.
If I had to return it, I would try and repaint it again with something close to the original color...does anybody think an ATT rep would notice if it was slightly different? This is the only thing keeping me from tearing apart my Infuse right now. Haha.
Also, any thoughts on what colors would look good? I has thinking white, red, or lime green
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Check out THIS thread, another member and I have discussed the difficulties and useful tips. It's not a simple spray and go job; there is prep work to be done etc..
As for being able to paint it back, that color would be hard to match, maybe the smoked chrome rattle can paint you can buy at an auto store...

xIC-MACIx said:
Check out THIS thread, another member and I have discussed the difficulties and useful tips. It's not a simple spray and go job; there is prep work to be done etc..
As for being able to paint it back, that color would be hard to match, maybe the smoked chrome rattle can paint you can buy at an auto store...
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DO NOT! I REPEAT! DO NOT TRY TO PAINT THIS PHONE!
To start, you would need to remove the top coat, sanding it down will not work. maybe a credit card or gift card to remove the top coat, then you would need to erase the chrome under the top coat, which sanding will not help. I am currently sporting a black infuse after the hell i tired to paint it. Looks nice in black though. but it is not worth it. i ordered a new housing for it. because black doesn't really cut it. for me at least.

Optimus-Prime said:
DO NOT! I REPEAT! DO NOT TRY TO PAINT THIS PHONE!
To start, you would need to remove the top coat, sanding it down will not work. maybe a credit card or gift card to remove the top coat, then you would need to erase the chrome under the top coat, which sanding will not help. I am currently sporting a black infuse after the hell i tired to paint it. Looks nice in black though. but it is not worth it. i ordered a new housing for it. because black doesn't really cut it. for me at least.
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Why do you advise against sanding?
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What about touch up paint? is there a way to like paint those tiny dents?

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Why do you advise against sanding?
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It just doesn't work. It only smooths out the paint to a blur. I had to scratch it off. Then with a eraser erase the chrome paint. Pain in the ass. Really. And as for the touch up paint. Idk how that would work out.
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You can paint this plastic without removing the "topcoat" if you know what you are doing, and know your way around any auto parts store. You need to obtain an adhesion promoter primer, and spray that first before attempting your final paint coat. I'd recommend Duplicolor http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/we...ol-Duplicolor_7140919-P_N3281A_T|GRP2050_____

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It just doesn't work. It only smooths out the paint to a blur. I had to scratch it off. Then with a eraser erase the chrome paint. Pain in the ass. Really. And as for the touch up paint. Idk how that would work out.
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Hmmm. Maybe ill try starting with lower grit and move up gradually to smooth it out. I think the plastic is sturdy enough to handle a few different passes at various grits.
If not, ill remove it in the fashion you presented, then sand down the plastic a bit after.
Either way, I really want to try this. Where did you find the replacement housing? That'd be good to know just in case I eff something up. Hell, if its cheap enough I might just buy that to mod and only tear apart my infuse if I'm successful.
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welchertc said:
Hmmm. Maybe ill try starting with lower grit and move up gradually to smooth it out. I think the plastic is sturdy enough to handle a few different passes at various grits.
If not, ill remove it in the fashion you presented, then sand down the plastic a bit after.
Either way, I really want to try this. Where did you find the replacement housing? That'd be good to know just in case I eff something up. Hell, if its cheap enough I might just buy that to mod and only tear apart my infuse if I'm successful.
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Mobiletechvideos.com 25 bucks so its not bad to mess up. lol. they are currently out of them ill next week or so. yeah in my experience maybe a lower grit may have of worked. but painting it will will be the real problem. it just never dried in my case. lol.

Optimus-Prime said:
Mobiletechvideos.com 25 bucks so its not bad to mess up. lol. they are currently out of them ill next week or so. yeah in my experience maybe a lower grit may have of worked. but painting it will will be the real problem. it just never dried in my case. lol.
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What grit did you use Prime? you make it sound like you used some chunky ass sandpaper. Lol 1500 or less grit should be perfect to take the top coat off; that grit would "fog" rather than scratch the surface...
Linux has a good idea with the adhesion promoter. I used it to paint the fender plastics on my ATV and it stuck until I went riding lol.

Well, looks like this is going to be a winter break project for me. I really want to give it a shot, and I have the money for it with selling my textbooks now. haha. I'll update if I end up being successful.

welchertc said:
Well, looks like this is going to be a winter break project for me. I really want to give it a shot, and I have the money for it with selling my textbooks now. haha. I'll update if I end up being successful.
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Ahh yes textbook money...mine is going towards a sub for my truck and yes plz do update, once you get past the fact that your painting something you use everyday, its not that bad; just take your time and it should turn out good.

xIC-MACIx said:
Ahh yes textbook money...mine is going towards a sub for my truck and yes plz do update, once you get past the fact that your painting something you use everyday, its not that bad; just take your time and it should turn out good.
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Yep. Textbook money is the best. I couldn't wait for finals to start, because I was broke as hell until I could take my tests and sell em. And I've had some success with spray cans before. I'll practice technique on something else first, so I'm pretty confident.

Umm 1000 grit I believe. It ccomes off after about an hour of sanding or so. I found it easier to just scrape it off and erase the chrome paint. Litterly erase it off. But I'm regretting it now and I want a new back cover so here I am now with a black infuse
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Optimus-Prime said:
Umm 1000 grit I believe. It ccomes off after about an hour of sanding or so. I found it easier to just scrape it off and erase the chrome paint. Litterly erase it off. But I'm regretting it now and I want a new back cover so here I am now with a black infuse
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Jesus brah, you know you didn't have to completely remove the paint right? I just meant for the sandpaper to "prep" the surface so the paint would stick. 1500 or 2000 will get the job done and leave you with a nice smooth prepped surface.

xIC-MACIx said:
Jesus brah, you know you didn't have to completely remove the paint right? I just meant for the sandpaper to "prep" the surface so the paint would stick. 1500 or 2000 will get the job done and leave you with a nice smooth prepped surface.
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oh well. just sand it then. LOOOOOOOOOOOOOL. maybe just adding a clear coat will ok nice in black. i just didn't like it. I want the original cover now.

Optimus-Prime said:
oh well. just sand it then. LOOOOOOOOOOOOOL. maybe just adding a clear coat will ok nice in black. i just didn't like it. I want the original cover now.
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Yupp adding 2 or 3 layers of clear coat will give it a sexy shine
Hey Prime, you could just sand the black with 1500 to smooth it out, add a couple layers of black, then 2 or 3 layers of clear coat (all at autozone) I bet it would look legit...or atleast till your replacement gets there! lol
**** I should really just make a youtube video on painting, or atleast find one that I would use, interpreting text is way different than just watching a video...

In response to the drop test video here's another

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=cuv0VMBkWZ0
starts around 1:00

That is one tough phone. I ordered a few thin cases for the phone but since seeing these videos they are probably not necessary. A case would ruin a beautiful phone.
The camera is recessed in the North American version about a mm into the case . Just be vigilant where you set the phone down. I am thinking no case is needed for this phone.

No case or screen protector for me

that's impressive...I wouldn't try it with my iJunk

vioalas said:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=cuv0VMBkWZ0
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geez...torture chamber. i'm impressed.

How do we know he isnt saying that he superglued it together before the terst?

He didnt...dont you speak Thai?

LOL!
Just be warned that if it hits the screen the right way, your screen is dead. I'm using a tpu case with a lip to protect the screen a bit. I'd be fine without the case though...

I am still trying to think what the screen reminds me of. The bubbled out effect.
Its like an old product....

omg lol that's the first time i've watched one of these and cringed. that is one tough phone!
edit: i'm in love

vioalas said:
LOL!
Just be warned that if it hits the screen the right way, your screen is dead. I'm using a tpu case with a lip to protect the screen a bit. I'd be fine without the case though...
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yup that's how I cracked my infuse. (dropped it the only time I didn't have it in my tpu case)
Anyways I bought my one x tpu case a week ago, so I'll put it on as soon as I get my phone
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The_Zodiac said:
yup that's how I cracked my infuse. (dropped it the only time I didn't have it in my tpu case)
Anyways I bought my one x tpu case a week ago, so I'll put it on as soon as I get my phone
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But how will people see the Beats Audio label?

ricktat said:
But how will people see the Beats Audio label?
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I'll cut a hole in my case just so people know I have beats audio

ricktat said:
I am still trying to think what the screen reminds me of. The bubbled out effect.
Its like an old product....
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A CRT Monitor?

x3phyr said:
A CRT Monitor?
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those are still hot tech in Saranac are they not? lol
sorry, I grew up there so I'm allowed to knock it...

vioalas said:
I'll cut a hole in my case just so people know I have beats audio
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Haha exactly what I was thinking
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Need help getting super glue off my phone

I was doing some stuff around the house and grabbed some super glue to fix one of my son's toys and stuck it in the same pocket I had my phone in, and I am sure you know what happened next, the glue leaked in my pocket. Luckily the phone didn't stick to the pocket and still works fine but now I have residue from the glue on my phone, does anyone know of a way to get super glue off with out damaging the phone? Thanks in advance
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Make sure its off. Carefully dip a cloth in vegetable oil and rub the glue off. Good luck
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area51avenger said:
Make sure its off. Carefully dip a cloth in vegetable oil and rub the glue off. Good luck
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Wtf? Veggie oil? I doubt that will work, try finger nail polish remover, works great for removing resign from my bong. :beer:
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rpomponio said:
Wtf? Veggie oil? I doubt that will work, try finger nail polish remover, works great for removing resign from my bong. :beer:
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The nail polish could eat through the body of the phone... that's the only issue
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superchilpil said:
The nail polish could eat through the body of the phone... that's the only issue
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It doesn't eat threw a finger nail, it was designed to melt finger nail glue, aka super glue. Being a mechanic, I have never Seen finger nail polish remover melt plastic, not the plain old formula.. it's what I would do. Actually, now that I think of it, I use fiber nail polish remover, to get the grease off of my phone, I have the white one and being a mechanic, it gets greasy in about the first 10 mins of my work day
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rpomponio said:
It doesn't eat threw a finger nail, it was designed to melt finger nail glue, aka super glue. Being a mechanic, I have never Seen finger nail polish remover melt plastic, not the plain old formula.. it's what I would do. Actually, now that I think of it, I use fiber nail polish remover, to get the grease off of my phone, I have the white one and being a mechanic, it gets greasy in about the first 10 mins of my work day
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I guess it depends how the plastic was made, certain plastics do deteriorate when you use nail polish on them. Done it before
I usually use armor all personally to get the gunk off my phone.
But if it works it works!
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Do not use nailpolish remover. Its active ingredient is acetone, at verying strengths. It will eat through the case of your phone, maybe not completely, but it will ruin the finish most likely.
Idk, try it and see? If you have a white phone that might be different plastic from the grey one.
If you have the box it came in it should say something about how to get it off incase you glue your fingers together.
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ECEXCURSION said:
Do not use nailpolish remover. Its active ingredient is acetone, at verying strengths. It will eat through the case of your phone, maybe not completely, but it will ruin the finish most likely.
Idk, try it and see? If you have a white phone that might be different plastic from the grey one.
If you have the box it came in it should say something about how to get it off incase you glue your fingers together.
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Notice I said regular, not extra strength, etc.
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I tried the vegetable oil (well actually canola oil) and it did seem to break down the glue a little. I thought about finger nail polish but didn't want to risk it. I also used my new knife which is very sharp to scrape some of it off. Between those two things and zagg wipes it got most of it off. I am sure over time the rest will wear off. Thanks guys
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Notice I said regular, not extra strength, etc.
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Regular is still watered down acetone... It will have the same effect if you hold it there long. The nailpolish remover won't melt through fingernail because your nails are not made out of plastic, not because it's diluted.
If I told you 90% rubbing alcohol melts plastic (usually doesn't), would you try 70%?
Idk, maybe you would. I wouldn't.
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Regular is still watered down acetone.
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They do make non-acetone nail polish remover, which usually contains ethyl acetate. But it also doesn't break down super glue very well. At least not for the amount of time I applied it to super glue.
Acetone won't eat the plastic if just exposed for a short time, but might etch or haze the surface, ruining the appearance.

I see.. guess I've never bought non-acetone nailpolish before.
I once tried to remove a painted logo from my monitor when I was younger using nailpolish remover and it started eating through the plastic after a short while. That's why I was cautioning against it.
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ECEXCURSION said:
I see.. guess I've never bought non-acetone nailpolish before.
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It just happened to be what my wife had around when I made a super glue mess. And like I said, it didn't really help!
ECEXCURSION said:
I once tried to remove a painted logo from my monitor when I was younger using nailpolish remover and it started eating through the plastic after a short while. That's why I was cautioning against it.
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Probably depends on the type of plastic. Some chemicals will start to etch or melt some types of plastic almost instantly, but no other types of plastics. Nail polish remover comes in plastic bottles, after all!
Of course if you don't know what the result will be, its best to assume the worst.

Hehe, guess that's true, it does come in a plastic bottle. It would be an interesting experiment for someone who has their hox disasembled to see if nailpolish remover eats the inside of their shell.
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ECEXCURSION said:
Hehe, guess that's true, it does come in a plastic bottle. It would be an interesting experiment for someone who has their hox disasembled to see if nailpolish remover eats the inside of their shell.
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Lmao, now do you believe me.. :banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead:
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rpomponio said:
Lmao, now do you believe me.. :banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead:
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To clairify, no, I still don't. As red said there are different kinds of plastic. The kind I tried actually was eaten by nailpolish remover. The nailpolish remover that does not contain acetone didn't work for red at all.
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ECEXCURSION said:
To clairify, no, I still don't. As red said there are different kinds of plastic. The kind I tried actually was eaten by nailpolish remover. The nailpolish remover that does not contain acetone didn't work for red at all.
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I would be more worried aabout the super glue melting tthe plastic more then I will the standard finger nail polish remover. Have you ever tried to glue certain kinds of plastic together with super glue? It melts some plastics. Anyways do whatever floats you're boat. Like I said it didn't melt my phone so yea... Lol have a nice day folks!
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FYI - Acetone will dissolve some plastics like polystyrene, polycarbonate, polypropylene. The bottle it comes in is HDPE. AFAIK the body of the One X is polycarbonate.

Guys, try Bio Oil. It doesn't break down the glue like acetone, but it seems to soften it and lift it so you can use friction (fingertip) to remove it. Common sense tips - a tiny drop goes a long way and start closer to the centre of the screen if you can.

You can try pine sol