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[Q] Laser engraving Backcover

Hello guys,
Since i'm kinda into customizing my electronics and the fact that I just bought a HTC Sensation i thought let's post this here and perhaps you guys can help me with this.
I would love to laser engrave my sensations back cover but i have no creativity and once it's done it can't be undone. Can you guys help me out with some nice and creative ideas on what i might be able to do to it?
Since I have a laser engraver / cutter I do not require any tips about where to go etc. to have it done.
Also if you have any ideas for your own device i'd more then happy to talk to you about customizing your device
Thanks!
Attached some eye candy (everyone loves that right?)

Get a new back cover and if you screw up, just replace it
Swyped from my HTC Sensation

idavid_ said:
Get a new back cover and if you screw up, just replace it
Swyped from my HTC Sensation
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Oh no doubt that I'll be doing that. Then again screwing up the back up cover with a not so awesome design would still kinda suck ^^
So i'm still open to suggestions, perhaps there are some really awesome graphics designers here.

Here is what I did to mine. But if you mess up a new one will cost $90
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That is really awesome!
Could you explain how you did it? Did you have to take that part out of the back cover? What did you use to "chrome" it?

rcatz said:
That is really awesome!
Could you explain how you did it? Did you have to take that part out of the back cover? What did you use to "chrome" it?
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Its not chrome. Just raw aluminium. I took it apart and buffed it down. You can also use paint thinner. When I get back to. My PC I will post the link.

RANDYRKELLY said:
Here is what I did to mine. But if you mess up a new one will cost $90
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Actually a new one is 40 $
P.S That looks awesome!
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idavid_ said:
Actually a new one is 40 $
P.S That looks awesome!
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thanks
And check out this http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2011/07/26/htc-sensation-4g-hand-polished-chrome-frame-guide/

RANDYRKELLY said:
thanks
And check out this http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2011/07/26/htc-sensation-4g-hand-polished-chrome-frame-guide/
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Yes, I already read that on his blog few weeks ago. The only thing I need now is a spare battery cover because I'll probably screw up (when taking the plastic off, brushing isn't a problem) I'll try to get one but it looks like HTC wants you to send your old one back (I have some issues with this one, I'm not trying to get it only to have a spare)
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idavid_ said:
Yes, I already read that on his blog few weeks ago. The only thing I need now is a spare battery cover because I'll probably screw up (when taking the plastic off, brushing isn't a problem) I'll try to get one but it looks like HTC wants you to send your old one back (I have some issues with this one, I'm not trying to get it only to have a spare)
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When my power went bezerk they just wanted the device only. Pretty easy. I cab help.
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you don't need to take the cover apart. all you need is masking tape and paint thinner/remover. mask the cover well as if you were about to paint a car. be careful and meticulous with the taping. then apply the paint thinner/remover and remove the paint accordingly. remember, any of these things takes PATIENCE to get a good effect.

honestly i highly recommend you take it apart for the reason u want to get all nooks and crannies. all u need is some good glue to put them back together

RANDYRKELLY said:
Here is what I did to mine. But if you mess up a new one will cost $90
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$90? Where the hell you buying it from?

When I first did mine they were 90 but now tthere cheaper. But most u have Ti order from.Hong Kong
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HTC Sensation XE Battery door

They are finally on ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ORIGINAL-OEM-HTC-SENSATION-XE-BEATS-AUDIO-BLACK-REAR-BACK-DOOR-BATTERY-COVER-/260870676316?_trksid=p5197.m7&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D2%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D3477675135261718705#ht_1798wt_1270

with this disclaimer:
Not fit T-Mobile Sensation 4G
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tehshouter said:
They are finally on ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ORIGINAL-OEM-HTC-SENSATION-XE-BEATS-AUDIO-BLACK-REAR-BACK-DOOR-BATTERY-COVER-/260870676316?_trksid=p5197.m7&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D2%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D3477675135261718705#ht_1798wt_1270
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Thank you!

If only they could turn my softkey backlights red too

pakraider said:
with this disclaimer:
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Yeah it does say that and yet under phone models is says sensation

Not going to pay $45 for Beats logo and red camera outline, earpiece

Dacoit said:
Not going to pay $45 for Beats logo and red camera outline, earpiece
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agreed lol.

"Item location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong" I don't know but every time i order something from there on ebay i end up getting screwed or ripped off. I don't see why HTC wouldn't be selling this like our back covers which they do already. I think it's only a matter of time.
I bought a cheap $10 battery from one of those Hong Kong sells and well you get what you pay for..... $10 full of crap! damn battery didnt last 6 months! So never again lesson learned.

4 days ago become even $ 30, hmm .. I just bought, but it is chinese crap quality

About the product:
ATTN:
- Not fit T-Mobile Sensation 4G
So the T-Mobile Sensation is different from other sensations?

death1246 said:
About the product:
ATTN:
- Not fit T-Mobile Sensation 4G
So the T-Mobile Sensation is different from other sensations?
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well i looked at my sensation 4g's battery door cover inside and i noticed on the upper left hand cover we have a gold contact for whatever and on the sensation with beats audio it doesnt have that connector inside the battery door so im sure thats why it wont work for the u.s sensation 4g.
also i think there is a sensation for bell and the sensation 4g for the u.s and maybe it has something to do with the radio's or something and thats why its different from are sensation 4g's. not 100% sure though

death1246 said:
About the product:
ATTN:
- Not fit T-Mobile Sensation 4G
So the T-Mobile Sensation is different from other sensations?
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T-Mobile Sensation is 4G whereas the other Sensations are non-4G. Sensation 4G requires that extra gold contact foil for 4G connectivity and the product does not have it. So it will not work properly.

Why the heck they provide screwdrivers also?

Piplos said:
Why the heck they provide screwdrivers also?
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For you to attach the parts onto the backplate. Without it you wont get signal.
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doesnt fit the us-4g versions unfortunately.
i'd like one of these chrome-housing for my sensation. anybody knows if they can be purchased somewhere or do i have it myself?

derjurist said:
doesnt fit the us-4g versions unfortunately.
i'd like one of these chrome-housing for my sensation. anybody knows if they can be purchased somewhere or do i have it myself?
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I've looked around and it seems like this would be your best bet, but the back cover would be useless.... good paper weight?

it should work on a regular HTC sensation from Europe tho? i dropped my baby in the floor and it got a real big scratch so it doesnt look so good.. and i love the red details to

Hablam said:
it should work on a regular HTC sensation from Europe tho? i dropped my baby in the floor and it got a real big scratch so it doesnt look so good.. and i love the red details to
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I think it should. I don't see a reason why it wouldn't
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idavid_ said:
I think it should. I don't see a reason why it wouldn't
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The extra connection on the us models is the 4g receiver the back too basically acts as an antenna without it you get no signal so no connector no 4g
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idavid_ said:
I think it should. I don't see a reason why it wouldn't
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no me either. might order one when they gets cheap

Look what appeared in the ATT online accessory store

http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/accessories/chargers/sku6120244.html
The Charge & Sync BT Dock! Can anyone verify that this is the super elusive version for the One XL?

looks good though my phone with case may not work ..

Would love a gray one but I can't seem to find it on their site.
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too bad i'm a canadian ;(

_MetalHead_ said:
Would love a gray one but I can't seem to find it on their site.
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I've only seen white, now that you mention it. That includes the EU one.

Just purchased one from AT&T. Will post pics and a review when it comes in (hopefully soon!)

Apollo-2 said:
Just purchased one from AT&T. Will post pics and a review when it comes in (hopefully soon!)
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Awesome, can't wait to see your review!

Just ordered one as well...

And I thought iPhone docks were pricy.

Just placed my order

gunnyman said:
And I thought iPhone docks were pricy.
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But what you are you gonna do, eh? None of the third party docks I've seen look half as sharp and easy to use as this.

but the aftermarket docks work with a case

dB Zac said:
but the aftermarket docks work with a case
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This dock does work with a case on the phone.
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nunyabiziz said:
This dock does work with a case on the phone.
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How do the metal contacts touch through the case?

Awesome! I've been waiting for this! Need to find a way to be able to wall mount it and I'll be good to go. Might have to drill tiny holes through my case to get it to work without taking the case off, but it shouldn't be too hard. I'll wait to read a review about it, but I definitely want this one.

Great looking out! I love the look and sleekness to it!

CHiSEEN said:
How do the metal contacts touch through the case?
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The oem cases doesn't cover the contacts.
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Looks like I'm gonna be ordering an oem case now lol
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as much as i'd love to have this, if I'm spending that much on an accessory for this phone, i'd probably go with the media link.

This looks awesome but I don't think I'd pay that much for it. I'll wait till it's on sale.

Black TMo One-S is here, picture inside.

Look what showed up at my work today.
It came directly from HTC for specific reps who won phones from HTC in April. I'd imagine they are releasing them very shortly since we received them as prizes today. Mine should be here in a few days and I'll check software versions to see if there are any differences.

suhailtheboss said:
Look what showed up at my work today.
It came directly from HTC for specific reps who won phones from HTC in April. I'd imagine they are releasing them very shortly since we received them as prizes today. Mine should be here in a few days and I'll check software versions to see if there is any differences.
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No way!!!??! I shouldve waited...oh well lets see if the coating lasts like the international one
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Well when i had talked to one of the higher ups at HTC in March, he said they planned on releasing the Black version at launch, but since the coating had the chipping issues they decided to delay it till they fixed it.
Hopefully this was the actual reason, and we don't have any chipping issues on these phones. I'll post some more pictures tomorrow or day after.

Ok cool thx, I wanna see if they fixed the problem
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I can't see the picture:crying:
EDIT: It works now. Nice!

It does look sexy. Wow, though I do love my blue one.

leohdz148 said:
oh well lets see if the coating lasts like the international one
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sended my black one in, got a new case & now everythings fine!

nooooo i wanted a black one
oh well. I will probably buy the black housing from ebay and change it myself.
I would have a black housing with a blue ring. that sounds pretty cool

this sucks if I woulda known T-Mobile was gettin this color I woulda waited..I might just go ahead and swap my blue housing for black now..I bought my phone used and its got a dent on the bottom right..is the chipping on the black housing really bad?

c19932 said:
nooooo i wanted a black one
oh well. I will probably buy the black housing from ebay and change it myself.
I would have a black housing with a blue ring. that sounds pretty cool
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bro if you ever get your hands on the black housing, could you pleaaase let me know about it? am trying to get the black version too! thanks

I got my black One S today from HTC! Super stoked
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Wow I hope I can trade with someone.
Silver blue is nice but I prefer black red.

mjybarr said:
I got my black One S today from HTC! Super stoked
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how'd you get it from HTC dude, i've looked all over but I cant find one except for international one? :[

I live in eu and got black one s with T-Mobile 2wk after release
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Trade for a gs3
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davwman said:
Trade for a gs3
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Don't u like the s3? If ur serious about it talk on pm
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Phone is awesome. Just too much phone for me
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Hello Gents,
Just to clarify, is this available at retail? Is it still 16 Gigs of internal? Also, S3 or S4?
*I went online and only saw the "gradiant blue" model available. Not sure if it's worth me calling into customer care or not...
Thanks!

It's not retail yet
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Cool. I'll check periodically.
My wife fell in love with the black model. She's still holding on to her GS2 and doesn't care for the GS3 or anything equal in size.

[Flip Case] found a flip case on ebay

I was kinda attracted to the flip cases available for the htc one x ..
after a small resear found some .. but the one which i liked the most is
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140805063347#ht_6169wt_1185
i was just wondering , if anyone tried it ? looks sexy.. but 18$ isn't worth untill i know it works fine..

I haven't tried it but is be scared to use one without a screen protector
A tiny piece of sand could get caught in there and eff up your screen
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yeah true .. but i wont invest that much money in the case until and unless i have the confirmation that it works perfectly
i was just thinking that someone might have give it a go ..

27$ that's too much , with the fact that i dont know for how much time will i carry my ONE X .. hehehe..
actually i was looking for something like the SAMSUNG NOTE CASE ..

Thats a really good looking case, but I've been rolling naked for a while and i have the same concern about sand as superchilpil, don't want any more scratches

Anyone looking to sell their one x cases and car dock ??
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Raybox said:
Here, Nillkin filp case, three colors,
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have u tried it ? how is it ?

Raybox said:
Here, Nillkin filp case, three colors,
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Holy crap Batman! I'm buying one of those RIGHT NOW.
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let us know details about it .. how does it fit and stuff??

I'm a little concerned that the camera hole won't fit perfectly, but I will certainly let you know when I receive it. If it works this might be the best flip case out there.
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Did they give you any expected delivery date ???
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yeah .. i wont invest that much money in the case until and unless i have the confirmation that it works perfectly
i was just thinking that someone might have give it a go ..

I ordered one, the brown one. So hopefully in a week or so I'll have it and I'll let you guys know how it fits and works.

Got this original HTC flip case from expansys.com and it's quite legit! Also downloaded smart screen off app, that way phone screen would automatically turn on and off when open/closed the flip. Worth the money!
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I ordered the black one, we'll see what happens when it comes off the boat and to my door. Currently using the ballistic case for my HOX as my daily, I work in a garage and its been great! This would be a great out of work case.

jrodri29 said:
Got this original HTC flip case from expansys.com and it's quite legit! Also downloaded smart screen off app, that way phone screen would automatically turn on and off when open/closed the flip. Worth the money!
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Holy Crap didn't realize that one worked with the XL. Now I have to buy that one too.
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k4p741nkrunch said:
Holy Crap didn't realize that one worked with the XL. Now I have to buy that one too.
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What worked? The flip case or the on and off screen? If u going to buy it, rush it. Expansys has like 7 left
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Did they give any expected delivery date ?
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sanchitgrover said:
Did they give any expected delivery date ?
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I waited for like 3 weeks because it was out of stock and it came from the UK into US and then shipped to me to Puerto Rico. But as far as I know they have like 7 on stock
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