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Hey all,
What is the function of the small indented circle below the kickstand on the back of the TB?
It covers a screw to open the phone.
It's a rubber plug. Probably covering a screw.
Does this cover a screw?! I always thought it covered one of those external antenna ports (like you used to see back in the 90s)...
If you stick a safety pin into the rubber cover then you should be able to easily pop it off and see for yourself.
I'm pretty sure its for an external antenna as a lot of cases have a hole for it.
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Larry from droidforums.net said:
Dear Larry,
I understand you would like to know what the gray circle is on the back of the Thunderbolt. If you are referring to a piece that is rubber like, this is a cover for a screw that is holding the back speaker under the kickstand into place.
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Its like a miniature coax plug for an external cell phone antenna
The plug isn't easy to get out & can be pushed through the hole when reinstalling it so be careful if you get curious & check it out
I was wondering the same thing
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I read somewhere that it covers the 2nd Mic used for noise cancelling on calls.
From my mobile power unit.
I like how everybody keeps coming up with wacky ideas when they could just take a pin, remove the cap, and take a picture.
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Blacksheep427 said:
I read somewhere that it covers the 2nd Mic used for noise cancelling on calls.
From my mobile power unit.
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The Second Mic is Actually right Next to the 3.5mm Headphone Jack!
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WeaselWeaz said:
I like how everybody keeps coming up with wacky ideas when they could just take a pin, remove the cap, and take a picture.
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Then do it. Otherwise you are just being useless like the rest of us in this thread. At least sidekick provided an email response from HTC.
Like this...?
WeaselWeaz said:
I like how everybody keeps coming up with wacky ideas when they could just take a pin, remove the cap, and take a picture.
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So....what did you find?
Just asking.
PlankLongBeard said:
The Second Mic is Actually right Next to the 3.5mm Headphone Jack!
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OK, copy that. Thanks for correcting me. Any points for being close?
Captain Obvious observation: the spot in question, the hole next to the 3.5 jack and the twin holes to the left of the rear camera must "do" something. My gel skin has cut-outs for each.
Coax, it is, then. Good, because I've been looking at LTE-compatible antennas.
Blacksheep427 said:
the twin holes to the left of the rear camera must "do" something. My gel skin has cut-outs for each.
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The twin holes are for the antenna which is on the outside of the battery cover. Inside, you'll see some gold plating, that carries through the holes, and there's more plating on the outside (which is painted over), which forms an antenna. The holes just connect the inside and outside together. There's no reason for a case to have openings there.
Copy. Personally I hardly notice them. I obviously did take notice due to this post. Despite the "bugs" in the TB, it works and that is all that matters. I am just looking forward to it getting better when 4G is active for my home area and the update to Android 2.3.
I heard its its butt hole.
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Happy 12th birthday.
So this seems to be the whole phone minus the back for only $200:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LG-Google-N...310?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c6c440db6
And they're selling the back for $25 (I ordered one cause this seems like too good of a deal to pass up) here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-LG-Goog...546?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2ec5f4c5a2
Could somebody theoretically buy both of these items and have a whole phone for $225, or is there a pcb missing or whats going on here? xD
It's missing the logic board
AshtonTS said:
It's missing the logic board
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Well I guess the back is still a good deal to have just in case.
yerand said:
Well I guess the back is still a good deal to have just in case.
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Whats up with the no flash and matte back?
NoL1m1tZ said:
Whats up with the no flash and matte back?
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The opening for the flash is there but the flash itself is built into the phone... I'm not quite sure what's up with the matte back, if you look towards the bottom you can see some of the sparkly circles... I'm guessing its either a plastic protector or just a bad photo... I'll post pictures when mine arrives.
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I think if my phone screen breaks I'm just going to order an 8gb model from the Google store for parts. That'll get me everything but a 16gb logic board for 299 - screen, digitizer, camera, battery, back cover, flash, vibration motor, everything.
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AshtonTS said:
It's missing the logic board
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From the images, it's also missing the antennae, speaker and radio, dual mics, headphone jack and proximity sensor, volume/power buttons, plastic shielding, USB connector, and screws to hold everything together.
This is a Hardware MOD this is not with any kind of software or kernel mod but is real simple no need soldering or anything related, you do need to open the device or separate the housing from the rest of the phone i guess there are many ways of doing it like a pro but i did it with a sharpie and couple of other simple tools like a screwdriver Guitar Paddle for Pry Tool
I used this guide to take it apart the lcd and board from the housing its showed in the first 3 or 4 minutes in the video
ok then once you take it apart there is a small screw in the bottom right looking from top and upside down the lcd (lcd facing down) take that screw out and then there is a flex cable with leds carefully peel it off from that end at the other end it has the vibrator board and connector and in the middle it has a flex cable that goes to the board but you don't need to take the board apart from the lcd but be very careful you dont brake the flex or you will need to replace it if you want your leds to work and the vibrator once you peel of the flex cable take you sharpie and you can paint the led or the small piece of plastic that goes to the buttons they are called "guides" you will see them in the holes where the leds goes i hope this guide help you cus i don't have in mind opening my phone again unless is necessary or there are many request for a video or picture detailed guide
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Sharpie?
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ECEXCURSION said:
Sharpie?
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yup!!!! i wanted all 3 buttons diferent collors back RED home GREEN Multi-Task or menu button BLUE
but the red one ended looking pink and i didn't want that girly look so i made it purple
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Looks good.
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ImagioX1 said:
This is my idea!! Hahaha!
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did you implemented? if you did how did you do it?
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JEANRIVERA said:
did you implemented? if you did how did you do it?
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I'm sorry I posted before I read.
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This is a Hardware MOD this is not with any kind of software or kernel mod but is real simple no need soldering or anything related, you do need to open the device or separate the housing from the rest of the phone i guess there are many ways of doing it like a pro but i did it with a sharpie and couple of other simple tools like a screwdriver Guitar Paddle for Pry Tool
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Would you mind making me a precise guide to do this? Or just post a detailed description on how to do this ?
Thanks
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Kole_Ackerson said:
Would you mind making me a precise guide to do this? Or just post a detailed description on how to do this ?
Thanks
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Have you ever take apart your one X?
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JEANRIVERA said:
Have you ever take apart your one X?
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I have not but have taken apart my sgs2 and many many I phones
I feel confident in taking it apart
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Kole_Ackerson said:
I have not but have taken apart my sgs2 and many many I phones
I feel confident in taking it apart
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i used this guide to take it apart the lcd and board from the housing its showed in the first 3 or 4 minutes in the video
ok then once you take it apart there is a small screw in the bottom right looking from top and upside down the lcd (lcd facing down) take that screw out and then there is a flex cable with leds carefully peel it off from that end at the other end it has the vibrator board and connector and in the middle it has a flex cable that goes to the board but you don't need to take the board apart from the lcd but be very careful you dont brake the flex or you will need to replace it if you want your leds to work and the vibrator once you peel of the flex cable take you sharpie and you can paint the led or the small piece of plastic that goes to the buttons they are called "guides" you will see them in the holes where the leds goes i hope this guide help you cus i don't have in mind opening my phone again unless is necessary or there are many request for a video or picture detailed guide
Kole_Ackerson said:
I have not but have taken apart my sgs2 and many many I phones
I feel confident in taking it apart
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let me know if you do it and how it was the outcome and please if you can do a video tutorial i would be great or at least take pictures of every step!!
Did anyone here tried this mod?
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This is pretty cool and a simple way to customize your phone. Cudos to a simple mod that changes your phone just enough to be different from everybody else's.
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Did a short Air Dock review - I got it for my GS5, but since Samsung is taking their sweet time releasing the wireless charging cover I had to test with the N7. Anyways, here it is for anyone interested:
http://youtu.be/lgv54OqYoJk
Can you comment on how well it holds a phone while driving around? I would hate to take a turn and have it fly off out the window.
badass989 said:
Can you comment on how well it holds a phone while driving around? I would hate to take a turn and have it fly off out the window.
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The magnets combined with the sticky surface of the charger makes it nearly impossible to fall off by accident. I think there is a better chance the entire mount will fall before the phone comes off due to a bump.
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Wonder how it would handle in my big rig with all the bouncing around
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Ignite023 said:
Did a short Air Dock review - I got it for my GS5, but since Samsung is taking their sweet time releasing the wireless charging cover I had to test with the N7. Anyways, here it is for anyone interested:
http://youtu.be/lgv54OqYoJk
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Can you make a video testing the GS5 even without the wireless back cover? Thanks.
Acaibowl said:
Can you make a video testing the GS5 even without the wireless back cover? Thanks.
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The dock comes with a single magnetic sticker, so I will need to wait until the wireless cover is released so I can place it on that. I used the N7 because it already has magnets integrated.
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The dock comes with a single magnetic sticker, so I will need to wait until the wireless cover is released so I can place it on that. I used the N7 because it already has magnets integrated.
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Shouldn't it work without the magnets too ?
Isn't there a sticky front on the charger ?
See this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUZEgZDSUCY
Magnet ?
WePlay said:
Shouldn't it work without the magnets too ?
Isn't there a sticky front on the charger ?
See this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUZEgZDSUCY
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Yes, sorry - I thought you wanted to see it with magnets in use.
Here's a quick video - the quality isnt so great as the car was moving, but I wanted to show how sturdy it is over bumps. This is using the sticky pad without magnets.
http://youtu.be/AFuMR2ZMmBg
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Yes, sorry - I thought you wanted to see it with magnets in use.
Here's a quick video - the quality isnt so great as the car was moving, but I wanted to show how sturdy it is over bumps. This is using the sticky pad without magnets.
http://youtu.be/AFuMR2ZMmBg
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where can we buy this air dock?
i mean if we live in europe,do they ship to europe?
marcochapita said:
where can we buy this air dock?
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Theairdock.com
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Thats awesome, thanks for the review! Clamping the phone in on my dock is such a pain in the a$$
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Yes, sorry - I thought you wanted to see it with magnets in use.
Here's a quick video - the quality isnt so great as the car was moving, but I wanted to show how sturdy it is over bumps. This is using the sticky pad without magnets.
http://youtu.be/AFuMR2ZMmBg
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Awesome !
I am wondering how the charger performs when your phone is using bluetooth to stream music, GPS, WiFi, etc
Thanks for the video. I really appreciated.
after using the GS5 with just the sticky pad and no magnets, it's pretty clear that the magnets are required - it just doesn't hold that well after a few uses. They send a little magnet sticker that I put on the inside of the wireless charging cover (that I received today), and it works great.
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after using the GS5 with just the sticky pad and no magnets, it's pretty clear that the magnets are required - it just doesn't hold that well after a few uses. They send a little magnet sticker that I put on the inside of the wireless charging cover (that I received today), and it works great.
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Is the sticker big enough for two devices? (GS5 and Note 3)
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Is the sticker big enough for two devices? (GS5 and Note 3)
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Not sure I understand the question. Are you asking if you can split the sticker and use it on two devices? Then, no. If you're asking will the sticker fit either one device or the other? Then yes. I had to cut it to a smaller size to fit the inside cover of the GS5.
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Ignite023 said:
Not sure I understand the question. Are you asking if you can split the sticker and use it on two devices? Then, no. If you're asking will the sticker fit either one device or the other? Then yes. I had to cut it to a smaller size to fit the inside cover of the GS5.
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I asked them to send me an extra sticker.
nice!
Ignite023 said:
Theairdock.com
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They are all out of stock.... And not everything showed in the video is available.
Cholerabob said:
They are all out of stock.... And not everything showed in the video is available.
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What is shown in the video that ins't available?
Can't do anything about the stock.. I got mine through their indiegogo campaign. I'm sure they will have more soon.
I just cracked my screen, and ordered a replacement online. I saw tear down video online saying that I could use some simple sharp tool to open back cover, does the material itself is forgiving on prying? Anything I need to be careful when I open it?
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I've watched those videos myself for when the day comes I need to put in a new battery. It looks pretty straight forward and easy from the videos I've watched. Just becareful not to break the clips that are holding the back on. I think the easiest route would be to use a Guitar pick.
Best advice though is just watch the videos over and over a few times to get the best way and idea possible
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I've watched those videos myself for when the day comes I need to put in a new battery. It looks pretty straight forward and easy from the videos I've watched. Just becareful not to break the clips that are holding the back on. I think the easiest route would be to use a Guitar pick.
Best advice though is just watch the videos over and over a few times to get the best way and idea possible
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Thanks, did you notice that Qi charging pad (black color) doesn't have wire contact point? I am wondering how is it going to connect phone power?
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lkthomas said:
Thanks, did you notice that Qi charging pad (black color) doesn't have wire contact point? I am wondering how is it going to connect phone power?
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The video I saw it looked like the Qi charger had a ribben cable that wrapped around the battery to the other side of the motherboard, behind the LCD. I think that's where it connects to transfer the power
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The video I saw it looked like the Qi charger had a ribben cable that wrapped around the battery to the other side of the motherboard, behind the LCD. I think that's where it connects to transfer the power
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I know that brownish ribbon coil is Qi + NFC, what about the black one which stick on the back of the cover? Is that just a spacer to separate between the case and coil?
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I believe so, but I'm not 100% sure. I know replacement backs on eBay don't include it most of the time
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I believe so, but I'm not 100% sure. I know replacement backs on eBay don't include it most of the time
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Okay, wish me good luck on the screen replacement LOL
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