Got this case a few days ago and have a couple questions.
1) Do you guys find this case very hard to get off? I feel like I don't want to push hard because it will do damage to the phone. Any tips on removing?
2) Do you find you have to "pull up" on the ballistic corners once you install the case to get everything even? I find that the silicone lays flat in the plastic casing without the phone in it, but once installed I have to work the corners to get the case flat.
Yea I would suggest prying from the side that has no buttons and also yea it is a very snugg fit so u kind have to work it to get the plastic price set into the rubber
I have taken mine off many times with no damage so u should be ok and it all sounds normal to me
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Ok, sounds good. I love the case, just don't want to damage my phone lol. Can't imagine how the Commuter is to take off considering people say that's even harder to remove.
I kind of use my fingernails and pry off the plastic part first by sticking my fingernails in between one of the parts on the side and then using the top/bottom portion for leverage. At first I thought it was gonna damage the phone but nothing has happened yet
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I dropped my phone yesterday and scratched the chrome bezel that goes around the from of the phone. Where can I get a replacement part or is there any way to repair it?
your best bet is to just put a cover on it, its not easy to change, this cover is good, it covers the bezel
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=45703&cat=5483
or get an otterbox which is more expensive
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=50482&cat=5483
Or the body glove
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Is there any site i could get the part from? I've changed the housing on my HTC Hero from sprint many of times how much harder could it be?
dont really know all i can say is try and google it, or you could put a case on it
Someone put up a tutorial a while back to flat black it out.. it was some black magic though idk how he did it lol but stealthy looking
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mbernusg said:
Someone put up a tutorial a while back to flat black it out.. it was some black magic though idk how he did it lol but stealthy looking
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o man. that would be awesome. im going to search for it now. lol
This sounds like a CRAZY idea, but I build plastic models, so this might actually work.
Maybe you can try masking off everything on your phone except for the bezel then sand it down til all the chrome is gone (low grit to higher grit for a smooth finish). After cleaning all of it up, use any color spray paint you want to repaint the bezel. You might need primer for it, depending on what kind of paint you use. Maybe topcoat it as well to protect the paint. Just make sure you spray in very light coats and it shouldn't run underneath the masking tape.
Obviously, this will take a lot of work, but that's the only thing I can think of if you can't find spare parts.
Also, the person mbernusg mentioned in his post might've done something similar. Just a random guess though.
Hi,
this is the only thing I could find about bezel replacing:
http://www.freneticrapport.com/2011/05/samsung-gt-i9000-galaxy-s-touch-screen.html
NOTE: HE KILLED THE SCREEN, but I believe it could be done successfully!
I got my phone screen replaced. that is what started the dust under the screen issue. I am sending back to have them clean it out again, but, I don't want this to happen again. Any recommendations of how to keep the dust out after I get it back? Cases, etc.?
Droidicus said:
I got my phone screen replaced. that is what started the dust under the screen issue. I am sending back to have them clean it out again, but, I don't want this to happen again. Any recommendations of how to keep the dust out after I get it back? Cases, etc.?
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Theres away to do this using selecon u may search it here or in google peace
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Droidicus said:
I got my phone screen replaced. that is what started the dust under the screen issue. I am sending back to have them clean it out again, but, I don't want this to happen again. Any recommendations of how to keep the dust out after I get it back? Cases, etc.?
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You might want to apply some silicon around the screen's edges to prevent dust. The one I used was Ultra Black.
After that, get a case that seals the edges as well. I use the Incipio case, real good material and a great snug fit.
After that, get a case that seals the edges as well
I'll have to check this case out. I've already had my phone replaced once under warranty with TMO but I've already gotten dust under this screen too. And this after TMO told me that they HTC had "fixed" the issue. Obviously not. Going to swap this one out again before my warranty is up in a month or two.
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After that, get a case that seals the edges as well
I'll have to check this case out. I've already had my phone replaced once under warranty with TMO but I've already gotten dust under this screen too. And this after TMO told me that they HTC had "fixed" the issue. Obviously not. Going to swap this one out again before my warranty is up in a month or two.
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Yep, a case definitely helps. Especially one that rises over the screen and covers the edges. It seals the phone from dust. Doesn't hurt opening the phone up daily and cleaning it with a q-tip too.
i have the same problem
hey ungraph
can u post pics as to where on the screen you applied the silicon gel. There is too much dust under my screen and its increasing by the day
I prevent dust under my screen successfully by using a plastic phone case that wraps over the corners of the phone and snaps tightly.I've had my device for almost a year now and the case has prevented the dust from coming under the screen! You can buy these types of cases on amazon very cheap about 5 dollars . They have a huge selection. Or you can try the silicone tricks. Personally I'd much rather use the case than put silicone on my device. These cases snap tightly shut and are hard plastic. They are not easy to get off but very effective in preventing the dust from entering! Hope this helps. It works for me! I also use a screen protector so the cases is wrapped Over the protector.
It's nice and tight . No dust whatsoever! I'd give it a try. Make sure to get the hard plastic case the others Are not tight enough. Best wishes! The top of the case covers the corners . It works wonderfully! It's up to you in whatever you decide to do but at least you have another option. It works like a charm!
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long story short, my husband dropped my phone and corner hit the pavement. still working but the corner is slightly gapping. i tried to snap it close it but it won't close. i am afraid to leave it like it is because water might seep in. any idea what tools i need to snap.this thing together again?
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My recommendation would be a nice, tight TPU case. Failing that, I've never had problems with the tinest of tiny drops of crazy glue when repairing old phones, but I'll defer to others if someone's actually used a tool to rebuild a case.
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My recommendation would be a nice, tight TPU case. Failing that, I've never had problems with the tinest of tiny drops of crazy glue when repairing old phones, but I'll defer to others if someone's actually used a tool to rebuild a case.
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The thing with crazy glue it leaves that white residue sometimes, I'd do the tight tpu case
Duck tape if all else fails j/k
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The thing with crazy glue it leaves that white residue sometimes, I'd do the tight tpu case
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I'd never advocate introducing crazy glue to phones, but if you get the gelatinous kind and use the tiniest of tiny amounts on a thumbtack, wipe off any excess with a little piece of paper towel right away and either tape it together tightly or hold it in place for 5 minutes or so, you can make it look like nothing's happened.
But again, introducing crazy glue to your phone can potentially do a lot more harm than good, and may well look like crap. If you do it, any ill effects are your own fault, not mine. If it works, it'll hold forever and look great. Always the potential that it doesn't, though...
thanks. i only have one option for case since i am using qcell ext batt
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So I just got this screen protector today and it does look amazing ill admit. The problem is it does not seem like the top part of the protector wants to attach to the phone as if there is no adhesive. This is mostly my fault ill admit. I put it on wrong and what i did was take the bottom of nail and peeled it up and tried to re apply to adjust it. Is there any way I can maybe re ad the adhesive and how can I safely get off any lint or w/e that may have gotten onto the bottom of the screen protector? I already opened a ticket to spigen but I heard that their customer service is crap so I just wanted to see if there was anything I could do in the mean time.
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So I just got this screen protector today and it does look amazing ill admit. The problem is it does not seem like the top part of the protector wants to attach to the phone as if there is no adhesive. This is mostly my fault ill admit. I put it on wrong and what i did was take the bottom of nail and peeled it up and tried to re apply to adjust it. Is there any way I can maybe re ad the adhesive and how can I safely get off any lint or w/e that may have gotten onto the bottom of the screen protector? I already opened a ticket to spigen but I heard that their customer service is crap so I just wanted to see if there was anything I could do in the mean time.
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No such luck. They uses special adhesive. No way to remove dust. You have to be extremely careful when applying this glass protector....
Sgp won't help you because it's your fault for applying it incorrectly.
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No such luck. They uses special adhesive. No way to remove dust. You have to be extremely careful when applying this glass protector....
Sgp won't help you because it's your fault for applying it incorrectly.
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Even if i just got the product there is nothing i can do to get a replacement? I mean isnt there like a 30 day thing if im not satisfied?
Yes there is, but you have to pay half of the price to get a new one
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hmm ok well it cant be helped then :/ I really wanna like this product so i guess I dont mind doing that. sucks that they just take so damn long to ship -_- wish I could just pick it up at best buy or something
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hmm ok well it cant be helped then :/ I really wanna like this product so i guess I dont mind doing that. sucks that they just take so damn long to ship -_- wish I could just pick it up at best buy or something
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Yeap, http://www.spigen.com/need1more
You have to be quick, there is a 30days time frame from when you purchased.
I must be just as bad. This is the most frustrating screen protecter to apply. I've been known to mess up once but never had this much problems. It floats off center, fingers holding it and getting in the way. Front plastic made it hard to estimate the edge with the rounded corners, getting caught as well on fingers as I let go pushing it slightly to one side. Unable to pry it back up without barely scraping the adhesive ruining one corner if not multiple edges from micro fuzz etc. The squeegee is worthless on the glass, back protector is fine but just have to deal with it.
Must be me. Oh well. Good thing I get the cheap ass protector with my Neo Hybrid case.
You tried the masking tape method?
Align it the screen protector without peeling off the back cover. Once it's in place, use making tape to hold it in place, like a book. Put some a strip from the front down across onto the phone. You should be able to "open" it like the page from a book. Then apply it. Should make things easier.
a Good company will stand behind their products. After seeing my brother's Hybrid case and reading some things on their customer service, I chose to pass on Spigen.
The clear coat on his bumper part is already chipping way, the whole thing looks like a cheap Chinese knock off ( bought directly from Spigen).
Zagg for example, a product I don't recommend at all because 1) It's a horrible product 2) it's ridiculously expensive. But the only thing they have is pretty much unquestioned replacements. Which I'm sure they can do because of ridiculous markup.
BTW, it might not be your fault at all, because these are rigid glass pieces, they have to be flat in order to stick to the phone. a SLIGHT imperfection will cause it to not stick.
All that being said, I went with MIME glass protector.
I have the glas t and I love it. They are much easier to apply then typical plastic ones as they dont bend and flop around when applying. When I applied mine it lined up perfectly but I did get lint under it right in the middle of the damn screen. I tried dealing with it but couldn't take it so I lifted it half way up with my finger nail and used scotch tape to get the lint off... dropped it back down and it looked even worse. I thought i wasted 27 bucks until the morning when I looked at my screen and bubbles were gone. So it is possible to remove lint just dont touch the adhesive.
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just pay the half price spigen charges to replace it and move on. sulk it up as paying for a learning experience.
they already mention that the best method for aligning the thing is to use scotch tape on the top and bottom aligning it then drop down.
if you dont want any dust trapped, well don't mind me for stating the obvious but... don't work in a dusty room, close windows/doors turn off fans... don't breathe too hard on it lol.
use a photo air duster like a Rocket blower, to remove any left over dust/lint from cleaning the screen. I find that camera lens solution and lens paper works perfectly for prepping the surface. use the included stickers to remove any left over dust that cannot be blown away by the rocket blower.
if you can do not reapply once completely set down, when applying make sure it's aligned, bottom edges, make sure the gaps are evenly distributed on all sides, cutout holes centered...
when applying and you notice it is not centered gently lift up but never touch the adhesive side. lift up with only scotch tape.
I've been applying screen protectors for years and have gotten it down to a science... everyone comes to me to get theirs installed haha...
Once any part of this is adhered scotch tape is useless as it's glass. you have to use a suction cup or your finger nail you just have to be careful.
I install mine in the bathroom with the shower on hot. Let the steam take care of all the dust particles. I have been doing it this way for a awhile now and i never get dust under the screen.
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i installed mines 5 days ago and got a 2mm air bubble on the right side of the home button i couldn't squeegee it out and doesn't seem to want to go away. has anyone else experienced this? is there anything i can do to get rid of it or will it eventually go away on its own? fortunately its not on the actual screen but its still an eyesore
i re applied my twice, wif no side effect, just dun touch the adhesive side, use industrial musking tape to lift it and for dust on under the screen, use scotch tape to remove it. key point is to never touch e adhesive side wif ur finger. nothing wrong wif this product, love it! its like the original screen, just tat if u really scratch it, u can remove it and there is the perfect screen below it.
btw for those tat claim it could b an production defects tat the glass is not perfectly straight, being in the glass industry for over 30 yrs, its actually easier and cheaper to create prefectly straight glass then any wif the slightest curve.
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blackguy101 said:
So I just got this screen protector today and it does look amazing ill admit. The problem is it does not seem like the top part of the protector wants to attach to the phone as if there is no adhesive. This is mostly my fault ill admit. I put it on wrong and what i did was take the bottom of nail and peeled it up and tried to re apply to adjust it. Is there any way I can maybe re ad the adhesive and how can I safely get off any lint or w/e that may have gotten onto the bottom of the screen protector? I already opened a ticket to spigen but I heard that their customer service is crap so I just wanted to see if there was anything I could do in the mean time.
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Same thing happened to me so I had to return it. The install came out perfect but the top left did not want to seal/adhere properly. I was so disappointed so I just went with the tried and true zagg. I purchased the protector from eBay so the return policy is different from their website.
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just tried lifting up that part of the screen for a few seconds and putting it back down. this air bubble is like a giant zit that wont go away
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I already opened a ticket to spigen but I heard that their customer service is crap so I just wanted to see if there was anything I could do in the mean time.
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This is why I chose MIME. Email response is lightning quick and they include a hand written note in the package. Would definitely send you a new one without a question
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The issue with it not laying after picking it up with your fingernail is not necessarily because the adhesive has gone bad. You need to level out the edge you stuck your nail under. Happened to me, fixed it with the squeege between the phone glass and the protector, prying up to level out the edge.
drbveb88 said:
I install mine in the bathroom with the shower on hot. Let the steam take care of all the dust particles. I have been doing it this way for a awhile now and i never get dust under the screen.
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So installed my tr, first try no bubbles.Seriously looks and feels like the samsung glass. AMAZING!!!
The steam trick works. Its not like its a sauna and your phone is a steamy. The steam is like a static electricity to dust.
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Does anyone know where to find a rubber bumper? I've seen only metal ones.
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Something like this?
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For..._9&btsid=e644bdc0-3e04-47b6-8430-2477fd51a6f4
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Yes! I also bought this one. It is very solid and high quality thing, which makes me not to worry about my phone. You can remove plastic piece to put this cover on or off your phone much easier. Very convinient.
Try cocose.
I currently using this case and this is really strong
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I'm using this one and its very good: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Arm...f-Hard-PC-Soft-Silicon-Cover/32750174762.html
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Lux...76-4008-9ac8-d12cf3b7b388&transAbTest=ae803_2
Try this. It's the best you can get. A bit heavy, but the phone is light by it's own, so it doesn't end up that bad. What's important is that the plastic is very hard and will probably never break unless you step on it with a car. They use metal for top and bottom, while for the corner it's a mix of metal from the top cover and plastic from the while body, so i guess if you drop it on the corner, the metal part will bend first and then the plastic will absorb the remaining impact and break, that way your phone will be safe. i've been using it for a week and it feels amazing in my hand
All of the above cover the whole back side of the battery, which makes cooling a big problem. Especially when charging and using the phone at the same time, e.g. during car navigation, it gets extremely hot and starts throttling even without a back cover.