Replaced just the glass, saved the digi/lcd (With video) - Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III

Well I read a lot of places that it couldn't be done. I have successfully replaced just the glass. I recorded it on my Gopro so everyone can see how its done. If you find it useful hit the thanks Make sure you spread this around so people stop buying 300 dollar full LCD assemblies.
without further adieu
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4Gx5fLy0NQ&feature=youtu.be

That's impressive. Props to you for not listening to everyone else did you do any damage to the outside rim around the display? It looks like you hacked it up with the knife in the beginning getting off the old display.
Excellent work. This video is a keeper.

mustbepbs said:
That's impressive. Props to you for not listening to everyone else did you do any damage to the outside rim around the display? It looks like you hacked it up with the knife in the beginning getting off the old display.
Excellent work. This video is a keeper.
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I used an area that already had some scuffs from a drop. No noticeable damage.

Good work man! It's individuals like you who push us forward and reveal new options.

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this thread should get stickied all across versions of s3

There is a thread in one of the other forums about this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1890708&page=11
but yeah this helps all S3 owners
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But yeah very good job dude. Mine cracked at the bottom corner https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/s720x720/386262_10151093476528557_832449593_n.jpg
I ended up throwing a tempered glass screen protector on it, and its not too bad
http://i50.tinypic.com/34orkpk.jpg
http://i46.tinypic.com/e7koat.jpg
I dont know if it would be worth changing out for me right now, or just rock it til I break it lol

hypertek said:
There is a thread in one of the other forums about this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1890708&page=11
but yeah this helps all S3 owners
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But yeah very good job dude. Mine cracked at the bottom corner https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/s720x720/386262_10151093476528557_832449593_n.jpg
I ended up throwing a tempered glass screen protector on it, and its not too bad
http://i50.tinypic.com/34orkpk.jpg
http://i46.tinypic.com/e7koat.jpg
I dont know if it would be worth changing out for me right now, or just rock it til I break it lol
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I wouldn't lol

kobz1973 said:
this thread should get stickied all across versions of s3
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Agreed

I love the fact that you had a beer sitting next to you in the video. Awesome!

mamba94 said:
I love the fact that you had a beer sitting next to you in the video. Awesome!
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Had to have a decent buzz before I had the courage hah

Nice and straight to the point. The glass doesn't contain the digitizer, right? It also doesn't need to be glued to the actual oled itself? Isn't the glue between the glass and the oled causing the dark blotches? The oled should be plastic so you should be able to clean it with a light solvent before putting the new glass on. Sorry for so many questions. I haven't cracked mine but its nice to know it can be fixed cheap.

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Nice and straight to the point. The glass doesn't contain the digitizer, right? It also doesn't need to be glued to the actual oled itself? Isn't the glue between the glass and the oled causing the dark blotches? The oled should be plastic so you should be able to clean it with a light solvent before putting the new glass on. Sorry for so many questions. I haven't cracked mine but its nice to know it can be fixed cheap.
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I have no dark blotches. My screen i would say looks 99% factory. I dont know iy I should have added extra adhesive. If my screen falls off I will be sure to mention it. I tryed prying up on it after it cooled and it seems the old glue is sticking very welll:good:

received an email today from amazon saying the seller could no longer supply my item .... i placed the order last bloody friday ...
so i have had to re-order my front screen ....
more waiting ... im getting impatient as my screen looks like this

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I have no dark blotches. My screen i would say looks 99% factory. I dont know iy I should have added extra adhesive. If my screen falls off I will be sure to mention it. I tryed prying up on it after it cooled and it seems the old glue is sticking very welll:good:
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Idk if you saw the threads about the dark blotches when viewing a black image at night. They show up on every phone from the factory. I thought that after your method that a side effect would be those would be gone. This makes me worry less about getting a case

Imatoasta said:
Idk if you saw the threads about the dark blotches when viewing a black image at night. They show up on every phone from the factory. I thought that after your method that a side effect would be those would be gone. This makes me worry less about getting a case
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I will have to check about these darkspots at night. Ive never noticed this, even before my phone screen smashed

YellowGTO said:
Had to have a decent buzz before I had the courage hah
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Thanks for taking the time to post this! very cool

Does the screen come with the required adhesive to stick to the bezel? if not can anyone post what kind of adhesive they use replace the screen.

dlx509 said:
Does the screen come with the required adhesive to stick to the bezel? if not can anyone post what kind of adhesive they use replace the screen.
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Depending where you get your glass from, i believe some do come with 3M tape cut into the correct shapes ...
the OP did not use anything just the glue that was left there ...

kobz1973 said:
Depending where you get your glass from, i believe some do come with 3M tape cut into the correct shapes ...
the OP did not use anything just the glue that was left there ...
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This is correct. I just reheated the old glue backup. So far its been jiggled around it my GFs purse for the last 3 days. Its still holding

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Skinomi Screen Protector

Just got mine in the mail and applied it. Followed the instructions to the letter, and so far I still see streaks/residue behind the cover. The instructions say this will clear up within a few days so I won't pass judgement just yet. If the residue and streaks clear up like they say I would definitely recommend this. I will post back and update!
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Forgot to add that as far as I can tell this cover has no effect at all on touch sensitivity.
You get the full skin or just the screen?
I just ordered mine using the get25 promo code to get 25% off. If it's anything like the Zagg skins the streaks will disappear.
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You get the full skin or just the screen?
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Just got the screen. I didn't feel the rest was really necessary.
I ordered the full skin not in yet but planning on using that till a case I like hits the market I don't like any cases at the moment. .. but I was just wondering if the installation was tough with the full skin.. hope not...
hks18psigst said:
I ordered the full skin not in yet but planning on using that till a case I like hits the market I don't like any cases at the moment. .. but I was just wondering if the installation was tough with the full skin.. hope not...
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The screen was somewhat straight forward and easy, the only complication I would see with installing it on the body is the corners not wanting to apply without some air bubbles.
Wish me luck. ... LOL hope it fits perfect with no bubbles imperfections piss me off
SystmDcln said:
Just got mine in the mail and applied it. Followed the instructions to the letter, and so far I still see streaks/residue behind the cover. The instructions say this will clear up within a few days so I won't pass judgement just yet. If the residue and streaks clear up like they say I would definitely recommend this. I will post back and update!
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Forgot to add that as far as I can tell this cover has no effect at all on touch sensitivity.
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Can you post a pic of the skin installed?
just ordered the screen only... good deal with that "get25" coupon code. Thanks guys!
just the screen protector shipped today.
Here are some pictures. I applied the product today.
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Mine should be here by Friday. Great job how long did it take?
Probably about 30 minutes. I did the screen in the bathroom with high steam from the shower to keep the dust down, and then did the rest in my kitchen. I did use my wifes hairdryer to aid in drying the smaller pieces on the top, bottom and sides. you have to be careful when doing the H shaped part across the back and sides. You adjust the right and completely move the left by accident. I will let everyone know if the micro-bubbles dissipate as advertised and will take additional photos in a couple days.
My screen has cleared up a little bit in the past few hours. Hoping it clears all the way up.
Nicely done slimm13. The micro bubbles will go away if they are anything like Zagg's IS.
It looks did a really great job putting it on. Curious though that the edges aren't fully covered...it leaves those little 't' shaped spaces. The Zagg seems too fully covers the rounded edges...
Thank you guys for the kind words, I think it is far from perfect but serviceable. I was surprised about the corners as well, thought it was odd. I had hoped that there would have been some extra material and I would have cut pieces to fit in said holes.
hks18psigst said:
Wish me luck. ... LOL hope it fits perfect with no bubbles imperfections piss me off
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hahahah you and me both. I also get pissed off at imperfections. Why don't you make a little YouTube video of how to apply it because I also ordered the full body skin and I don't want to mess it up. LOL and don't forget to post the link on here.
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Here are some pictures. I applied the product today.
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It looks good. Can't wait to getmine in the mail. But what's with all the dusty looking particles on the screen? Is that from the spray bottle?
archboy69 said:
It looks did a really great job putting it on. Curious though that the edges aren't fully covered...it leaves those little 't' shaped spaces. The Zagg seems too fully covers the rounded edges...
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Those that cover the corners "well" are very easy to rub/peel off that corner as you just take it in and out of pocket. (I'd like to take a picture of my current phone to show you what I'm talking about.... it's ugly... but that gotta wait till my Nexus One arrives... ) Next time I'm getting these skins I'd look for the T-shaped ones with a hole at that pesky corner.

Screen protector - bargin!!! - Large pictures inside!!!

I bought this the other day:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/FoneM8-Desi...?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1273093982&sr=1-14
Got it today and I can report it is a bargin! only slightly reduces the sensitivity of the screen, which I actually like! Fit is good and you get 5 of them for <£2. The seller is doing themselves an injustice.
Oh and put it on with the peel off tab at the top. It fits the other way around (as I found out) but its meant to be at the top.
JAmes.
Re: Screen protector - bargin!!!
do they completely cover the screen?
Ordered last night. will give em a try when they come. the ones i ordered before are rubbish.
Ordered a pack @ £2 one cant complain Will add to this thread when they arrive
Yup total coverage.
I'm gonna buy another pack before the seller bumps up the price.
Can get pictures if wanted?
JAmes.
I recently ordered this screen protector from eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/x2-LCD-Screen...ries_MobilePhoneBatteries?hash=item2559ea1f8e
It literally took only two days to arrive from US and its one of the best full screen coverage protectors I have every used, well impressed. Only £2.00 (including postage) and you receive two screen protectors.
After applying, I have not noticed any adverse affects on the touch screen; if anything, it actually feels better/smoother, with no trapped air bubbles or dust underneath the screen.
Note: lucky i was sent two protectors, I messed up applying the first one because it caught some dust particles in the air if you order this, make sure you apply in a dust free room!
why do you need one when it has a glass screen?
Try and scratch your screen and when you don't manage to and provide evidence I'll remove my protector
JAmes.
jamfitz86 said:
Yup total coverage.
I'm gonna buy another pack before the seller bumps up the price.
Can get pictures if wanted?
JAmes.
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Please do - pictures would be great. Can you take one of an unused screen protector too?
How is it applied? With a liquid solution or strips on top/bottom that has to be pulled?
Yo! Pictures aren't perfect I'm afraid and I had to use the flash and I forgot to clean my grubby paw prints off
You get 5 in the pack + a big general one you can use for something else.... dunno what
I've not applied this one perfectly, its slightly mis-alligned at the bottom left which has a knock on effect at the top, but its only off by about 0.5mm so I'm gonna wait until it annoys me too much before I use up another. I've tried to show it in the pics. If it were perfectly alligned it would take a really trained eye to spot it.
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Hope that helps!
JAmes.
It looks nice.
Is it clear or matte?
It looks a lot like one I had from DC Mugen for my Samsung i780 and uses the same method of applying it.
I put an InvisibleShield on my Desire a few days ago. Very nice protector, but I hate applying the InvisibleShield because it always seem to get screwed up.
The "peel" method is much easyer as the whole protector isn't exposed while applying.
Its clear. The picture was taken on top of my mousemat which is frosted glass so might be making it look a little matted. Its also still got the protector covers on which makes it not as clear. Oh and my paw prints are all over the phone when I took the pics.
They are a little tricky to fit, but you get 5 of them for £2 and you can take them off and put them back on, although its difficult not to get it dirty when doing so. Actually I've just read the instructions on how to fit it.... opps I pulled the whole protector off and then fitted it. Oh well I've got 3 left to try
JAmes.
PS. If I remember I'll get some pics in sunlight tomorrow.
Some indoor pictures (like previously posted) but the the screen turned on would also be appreciated if that is not too much to ask.
it looks like the PDAir protector but you only get one of them and I already made it dirty.
Plus could not get the air bubbles out.
Nekromantik said:
it looks like the PDAir protector but you only get one of them and I already made it dirty.
Plus could not get the air bubbles out.
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I hear ya bud... not only are they annoying to fit, but putting on screen protectors is one of the most tedious things anyone can do in life!
Mastoid said:
I hear ya bud... not only are they annoying to fit, but putting on screen protectors is one of the most tedious things anyone can do in life!
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you can say that again ha ha
Its got alot of dust and marks on it atm, waste of £7 if I cant get rid of em.
Is scotch tape only way of getting rid of dust?
Nekromantik said:
you can say that again ha ha
Its got alot of dust and marks on it atm, waste of £7 if I cant get rid of em.
Is scotch tape only way of getting rid of dust?
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lol... never thought of scotch tape! maybe you could try it in your bathroom after you have a bath as the steam will remove the dust particles from the air.
I bought some of these from eBay last week and have to say its a brilliant buy. under £2 for 5 is a bargain. I have passed one of my spares to a mate. Perfect fit on screen and no noticeable reduction in sensitivity. Just make sure you give the screen a good wipe with the cloth provided beforehand and you should be fine. No air bubbles and after over a week of use I have nothing bad to say about it.
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Mastoid said:
lol... never thought of scotch tape! maybe you could try it in your bathroom after you have a bath as the steam will remove the dust particles from the air.
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yeah i heard about that lol
Nekromantik said:
you can say that again ha ha
Its got alot of dust and marks on it atm, waste of £7 if I cant get rid of em.
Is scotch tape only way of getting rid of dust?
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Most protectors you can wash under the tap and 'apply wet' to the screen. I've done this a few times with various devices if you dont get it right the time/ get a spec of dust underneath etc. You simply squeegee out the water with a credit card (or similar) with a thin material wrapped around it to avoid scratches. Very much like window tints.

Chips and Scratches :(

Hi All,
I thought the One S was meant to be impossible to mark and the screen is gorilla glass that is impossible to scratch.
Well after two weeks use I have lots of small chips along the sharp edge at the top, presumably from keys and coins in my pocket, and some hairline scratches on the screen.
Very disappointed about this, clearly the marketing is a lie. Does anyone else have this problem?
Thanks
skiba said:
Hi All,
I thought the One S was meant to be impossible to mark and the screen is gorilla glass that is impossible to scratch.
Well after two weeks use I have lots of small chips along the sharp edge at the top, presumably from keys and coins in my pocket, and some hairline scratches on the screen.
Very disappointed about this, clearly the marketing is a lie. Does anyone else have this problem?
Thanks
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It's not impossible to scratch, It is just hard to scratch it.
Try not to put your phone in the same pocket you put your keys and coins in.
Thanks for the advice, didn't think of that...
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Thanks for the advice, didn't think of that...
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Haha.
Welcome to One S forums You are not alone. It's a common issue. Search the general section about chipping and you would find a lot us in the same boat.
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This phone is really the first phone I've bought a case and screen protector and actually kept it on.
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Yeah !! All my phones have cases and screen protectors, No matter how tough these phones are, Its NOT impossible to scratch or chip, Its just very difficult.
They are scratch resistant, not scratch proof.
I have the same problem. In a place where the most touching, there was a spot similar to the attrition. I believe in One S which has no gorilla glass 2. Glass can be scratched by the finger.
My HD2 2 years of use, still in perfect condition.
The chipping issue has been resolved now though they changed the process of mapping them I bought my one s two weeks after it came out and also bought a pouch and taken good caste of it
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Sorry to say that chipping and scratching of the HOS Black Edition is still there... I've finally switched to Grey Edition after up to 3 faulty Black ones...
Veyiron said:
I have the same problem. In a place where the most touching, there was a spot similar to the attrition. I believe in One S which has no gorilla glass 2. Glass can be scratched by the finger.
My HD2 2 years of use, still in perfect condition.
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Belief can be a powerful thing. Perhaps you could tell HTC that they have it wrong?
I think expecting a phone not to scratch is like expecting your brand new car no to get scratches. Not possible. We've given up that idea with cars and should really understand that it's the same way with phones. If you plan on using it and care about scratches put a screen protector and cover on it.
OP's mistake was somehow assuming that his phone is invincible. HTC surely never said anything about it being impervious to any damage. That kind of thinking is just silly.
They fortify the phones the best they can, and in this case, the metal housing IS pretty sturdy. That being said, this thing can bust through silicone cases. I've dropped mine twice, and both times, the top left and bottom of the phone literally punctured through the silicone case and got scratched/scuffed. No biggie, though.
Really?...you're storing your $600 computer in your pocket with coins and keys and then complaining it scratches? I've never used any sort of case or protector..just keep it alone in my pocket and have no scratches on any of my last 3 phones. Do you keep your laptop rattling around in your trunk with a loose lugwrench and case of soda cans?
My Golden Rule: Left pocket is only for the cellphone. Right pocket for keys and coins.
solracarevir said:
My Golden Rule: Left pocket is only for the cellphone. Right pocket for keys and coins.
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And the screen facing my leg.
jacewt said:
And the screen facing my leg.
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jajaja yes! To prevent something from hitting the screen!
I definitely advise against keeping any phone in the same pocket as your keys! I use my front pockets exclusively, a thin wallet and my keys (and make sure I get rid of keys I don't need instead of carrying around a keychain that looks like it belongs to a janitor) and the phone by itself on the other front pocket.
No cell phone is indestructible! Take care of it well, it's a technological marvel, don't take it for granted!
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solracarevir said:
My Golden Rule: Left pocket is only for the cellphone. Right pocket for keys and coins.
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Preach it! Exactly how I have my setup. And the cellphone upside down! (I guess it's just easier to pull it out of the pocket that way).
I quit the coinage habit.... leave your pennies in the tip jar. One dedicated pocket for the device and nothing else.
I hate cases and protectors like a disease they are just dumb but this thing is so damn slippery I'm thinking about putting some sort of rubber film on the back. Yet to drop this thing but I don't drop my children either
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I assume everyone would have the same problem as OP if their phone was in the pocket alongside keys and coins without a protective case and.
As some have said here already, keeping all the stuff in one pocket and your phone in another should do wonders.
Mines only a week old and already you can see the silver showing through around the usb port.
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Carbon fibre vinyl wrap. (self mod)

The chrome paint had started to chip off on my mates old phone that he was selling so I decided to wrap it with my left over vinyl wrap. All I did is place a big piece of vinyl wrap over the screen, then used a hairdryer to mould it around the corners. I used a blade to cut around the screen and the back of the frame and finally peeled the excess wrap off.
Here are some pics.
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Don't know why these came out so blurry.
Sorry I didn't take any progress pictures. Here's a picture to show how I cut the vinyl Dig with your nails first before using a blade to cut.
wow...can i have a link for the vinyl...im in Europe...good job mate!
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wow...can i have a link for the vinyl...im in Europe...good job mate!
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Thanks man. I used a non branded vinyl wrap from Ebay (If you want the best quality vinyl wrap, I'd go for the 3M branded ones). This is basically what I used. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CARBON-FI...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item5ae7791258
Be sure the to check the size of the wrap before you buy. :good:
does the carbon vinyl slip when you try to slide it with your thumb?...how the hell did it fit the round edges?...teach me please...thanks
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does the carbon vinyl slip when you try to slide it with your thumb?...how the hell did it fit the round edges?...teach me please...thanks
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Basically what I did was heat the vinyl with a hairdryer, this allows you to stretch the vinyl however you want so you get a wrinkle free finish. Here's a video to show you how it's done. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMhvU8Dk3CE&feature=youtube_gdata_player
No it doesn't slip off, it's relatively sticky.
I did the same thing on my Xperia Play a couple of days ago.
Here's the reddit post i made. http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/1b081w/vinyl_wrap_is_amazing/
Here's the XDA post. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2206669
youre really great with that...i hope i'll could do it like that...
Greatest IDEA !!! Thanks
GP18376A95 said:
youre really great with that...i hope i'll could do it like that...
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You won't believe how easy this was. A little practice is all it takes. If you need any help just ask. : ]
what if i accidentally touched the sticky part of the vinyl?..will it stick after blowing it with heat?
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what if i accidentally touched the sticky part of the vinyl?..will it stick after blowing it with heat?
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Yes it will still be sticky. Even I managed to touch the sticky part of the wrap, which didn't harm it at all. Heat actually makes it even stickier.
i'll get my vinyl on saturday...i'll post some pictures of my finished product... wish me luck
So every time the vinyl heats up the phone gets sticky?
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Device:
- Galaxy Player 5
- Soon Nexus 4
GP18376A95 said:
i'll get my vinyl on saturday...i'll post some pictures of my finished product... wish me luck
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Just make sure that your phone is clean from fingerprints or grease before applying the vinyl wrap. Good luck. I'm looking forward to seeing your result.
xelectronicax said:
So every time the vinyl heats up the phone gets sticky?
aka - ©DigiTekStudio
Device:
- Galaxy Player 5
- Soon Nexus 4
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No. Only the sticky side of the vinyl gets sticky.
GP18376A95 said:
i'll get my vinyl on saturday...i'll post some pictures of my finished product... wish me luck
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Updated the first post to show where/how I cut the vinyl.
Mocket said:
Updated the first post to show where/how I cut the vinyl.
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i tried to attach my finish product..i hope you'll see it..as i have said i got the glossy carbon..
GP18376A95 said:
i tried to attach my finish product..i hope you'll see it..as i have said i got the glossy carbon..
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That looks awesome man! The glossy vinyl looks much better IMHO. :good:
How'd you find it? Kind of easy, right?
Mocket said:
That looks awesome man! The glossy vinyl looks much better IMHO. :good:
How'd you find it? Kind of easy, right?
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i found it on a local auto accessory shop here in rome...it's pretty hard because it's not as rubberized as the 3d one....the vinyl is pretty hard actually.. and i've got a good result because i disassembled the device before applying it...i'm afraid that my screen will be sticky if not...i'm working on my back cover now for the second time because at first try when i'm blowing it with heat it shows some bubbles..i hope i can do it perfectly now..thank you for the examples!..:good:
GP18376A95 said:
i found it on a local auto accessory shop here in rome...it's pretty hard because it's not as rubberized as the 3d one....the vinyl is pretty hard actually.. and i've got a good result because i disassembled the device before applying it...i'm afraid that my screen will be sticky if not...i'm working on my back cover now for the second time because at first try when i'm blowing it with heat it shows some bubbles..i hope i can do it perfectly now..thank you for the examples!..:good:
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No problem mate. I would of disassembled the phone too, but I needed to sell the phone quick so I didn't have the time. Covering the back might be a bit too much IMHO, but it's your phone so I'm not stopping you.
Mocket said:
No problem mate. I would of disassembled the phone too, but I needed to sell the phone quick so I didn't have the time. Covering the back might be a bit too much IMHO, but it's your phone so I'm not stopping you.
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i think i just got lucky and found myself a flip cover here in rome..in a chinese store...here are some photos...and it just cost 5, euros..

Gap between glass and frame

Does anyone have a slight gap between the glass the the frame of the phone?
Slight gap at the back (volume button side) where i can fit a piece of paper while the other side is sealed tight.
Holy crap! I have it too!
Just fit a sheet of paper in it. The other side is sealed though.
It might be normal then. I just want to be sure thats not gonna affect the water resistance, but i took this in the shower on day 1 already with no issues.
Johno_Jan said:
Holy crap! I have it too!
Just fit a sheet of paper in it. The other side is sealed though.
It might be normal then. I just want to be sure thats not gonna affect the water resistance, but i took this in the shower on day 1 already with no issues.
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Ahahah, that's good to know!
I have the same. My first unit I had a misaligned screen but no gaps. Yesterday got two replacements with both pretty big gaps. You can see some internal parts where the power button and volume rockers are.
Now getting my 3rd replacement.
same here. probably defective mounting in the production plant
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same here! do you think we should get a replacement or just continue using it, and exchange 2 or 3 months down the road with a newer batch?
berrytarts said:
same here! do you think we should get a replacement or just continue using it, and exchange 2 or 3 months down the road with a newer batch?
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Exchange after 2/3 months. Is it even possible? Carrier? or Unlocked? Which retailer?
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Kapitein187 said:
I have the same. My first unit I had a misaligned screen but no gaps. Yesterday got two replacements with both pretty big gaps. You can see some internal parts where the power button and volume rockers are.
Now getting my 3rd replacement.
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Wow! you guys are lucky man. You guys can get a replacement (for silly issue) until you get a perfect piece. In my place the dealer will be like 'Is this guy crazy?' and finally will give you a replacement after lots of arguments with a frustrated face. How do you deal with circumstances like when going with a 'Display color uniformity' issue?
can anyone send pic pls......
Sheryl John said:
Exchange after 2/3 months. Is it even possible? Carrier? or Unlocked? Which retailer?
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Wow! you guys are lucky man. You guys can get a replacement (for silly issue) until you get a perfect piece. In my place the dealer will be like 'Is this guy crazy?' and finally will give you a replacement after lots of arguments with a frustrated face. How do you deal with circumstances like when going with a 'Display color uniformity' issue?
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not sure.. I just need confirmation that this gap doesnt cause any issues with water contact..... that's all haha. If it does, then there's no reason for them to reject my request for an exchange. But in my country I think they exchange with refurbished units. so. I might not do it if there isn't any issues with water resistance.
my device is unlocked and bought without carrier. in singapore all devices are unlocked
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not sure.. I just need confirmation that this gap doesnt cause any issues with water contact..... that's all haha. If it does, then there's no reason for them to reject my request for an exchange. But in my country I think they exchange with refurbished units. so. I might not do it if there isn't any issues with water resistance.
my device is unlocked and bought without carrier. in singapore all devices are unlocked
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After watching the teardown video, it looks like the source of the sealing is the glue that affixes the glass. I don't think the bezel contributes much to the waterproofing. I could be wrong, though.
omg I noticed that too!
Also, i can feel the metal bit sticking out a bit more on the volume side
Pics? I use a silicon cover so I can't see it.
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same here, my device is month 03.
Someone posted these(quite interesting) on Samsung's facebook:
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The first image seems to be similar to my phone. I don't understand the second image tho.
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turtuv said:
The first image seems to be similar to my phone. I don't understand the second image tho.
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Looks like the difference between the left side and the right side of the phone. Notice the left side doesn't have the gap
He claims that the white version has a back glass askewed and this is a top and bottom part of one side.
vhc: Nope, that was a problem of the black one.
My phone is looking normal to me.
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c3cilka said:
He claims that the white version has a back glass askewed and this is a top and bottom part of one side.
vhc: Nope, that was a problem of the black one.
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oh apologies

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