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I'm a little afraid of my phone getting scratched, but ill only get one If it doesn't affect the functionality. So should I get one?
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I'm a little afraid of my phone getting scratched, but ill only get one If it doesn't affect the functionality. So should I get one?
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YES!!! you should definitely get one. Gorilla Glass is VERY durable, but it's not scratch proof.
A lot of people swear by the Steinheil Ultra Clears (i used one of my two so far, just didn't put it on to good)
I'm now using a ZAGG, and I like it just fine... Not sure which I prefer, i know i did like the slick surface on the Steinheil better. The Zagg has an orange peel effect..
It would be good to get one that isn't very flimsy, but not very thick. I also want one that my finger won't get caught on, I always leave huge smudges sometimes on my screen.
Coming from an HTC touch pro 2 to the Mesmerize the gorilla glass is GREAT! I did get a free screen protector with my otterbox so that's what I'm using. I used to have a invisible shield on but I took it off as I didn't care for the texture. I like the smooth screen protector that came with the otterbox.
I've used Phantom Skinz for my last 2 phones. they work good for me.
I stopped using a screen protector because I work in a restaurant, so I always text with semi oily fingers. I find the screen protectors are a ##### to clean! However, the screen cleans very easily with a bit of hand Sanitizer and a soft rag.
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I used a Phantom Skinz and it works rather well. It does orange peel a bit, but nothing a quick rub on the shirt doesn't fix.
The screen protectors do their job but make it ugly in my opinion.
Oh wait, I only used the one they sent in from cell south store so maybe you can find a good one.
lmartin92 said:
Oh wait, I only used the one they sent in from cell south store so maybe you can find a good one.
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I'm glad you got your post count up finally so you can stop bumping old stuff lol
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Just wanted to put this out there, I haven't had any sort of case or screen protection since I bought the phone 3 months ago, and I only have one tiny hairline scratch in it that you can hardly even see.
I keep mine in my pocket most of the time, but I've trained myself to not keep anything else in that pocket....
bdemartino said:
Just wanted to put this out there, I haven't had any sort of case or screen protection since I bought the phone 3 months ago, and I only have one tiny hairline scratch in it that you can hardly even see.
I keep mine in my pocket most of the time, but I've trained myself to not keep anything else in that pocket....
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same here, I wear a hoodie usually and just keep my phone and headphones in one pocket and everything else in the other.
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sageDieu said:
same here, I wear a hoodie usually and just keep my phone and headphones in one pocket and everything else in the other.
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Unibomber?
akellar said:
Unibomber?
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everything else may at some times include "hate mail" if you know what I mean...
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bdemartino said:
Just wanted to put this out there, I haven't had any sort of case or screen protection since I bought the phone 3 months ago, and I only have one tiny hairline scratch in it that you can hardly even see.
I keep mine in my pocket most of the time, but I've trained myself to not keep anything else in that pocket....
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No screen protector on mine either and only one tiny scratch that can only be seen when holding at certain angle. mine is always in my pocket too but I am starting to notice a spot where the screen is showing some wear from sliding around and in and out of my pocket. I am going to invest in a screen protector by the end of the month with some b day cash
droidzach said:
No screen protector on mine either and only one tiny scratch that can only be seen when holding at certain angle. mine is always in my pocket too but I am starting to notice a spot where the screen is showing some wear from sliding around and in and out of my pocket. I am going to invest in a screen protector by the end of the month with some b day cash
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Screen Protector on mine, NO SCRATCHES!!!
i'm telling you if you get a Steinhel, you won't even realize it's on there!!!
Just be VERY careful, and make sure your screen is SPOTless when installing!!!
elijahblake said:
i'm telling you if you get a Steinhel, you won't even realize it's on there!!!
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FINE!!!... sheesh. Where can you get one?
monthlymixcd said:
FINE!!!... sheesh. Where can you get one?
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Got mine from amazon.. Make sure you get the ultra clear or whatever it's called
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I reset my phone after root and lag fix and playlogos1 was not deleted and I went to the file and it wouldn't allow me to delete it. What can I do to get rid of it so i can lagfix my phone.
I don't use one and have zero scratches.. I even let my kids play with it.
I put steinhail ultra on for 4 weeks and I noticed that the corners were parted and it won't stick to the screen anymore. Is that normal, or is there a fix for that?
I had those on my droid X. I think installation is key. I had one corner that tended to pull up too but I was pretty sure it was because I messed the install up.
Edit: this is just a thought but you might try peeling a corner back by using a card to pull it up, then use scotch tape to get any dust off.
Been using Steinheil ultra crystal for about 4 months, no issues with the screen staying flat. Maybe you have a defective protector?
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I tried the tape method several times, but it did not help...maybe it really is defective? Do they have warranty on these?
I have had the same one on since they came out. It is starting to lift a bit around the edges but it is not peeling back or unbearable.
Their site does reference a "Limited Lifetime Warranty" i would just contact them and work it out to get it replaced.
http://www.sgpstore.com//kbase/return/What_is_covered_under_your_Life_Time_Warranty_.html
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I have had the same one on since they came out. It is starting to lift a bit around the edges but it is not peeling back or unbearable.
Their site does reference a "Limited Lifetime Warranty" i would just contact them and work it out to get it replaced.
http://www.sgpstore.com//kbase/return/What_is_covered_under_your_Life_Time_Warranty_.html
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thanks, I sent them an inquiry just now. I hope they send me a replacement...
wow after 10 minutes of sending an email inquiry with pictures, they sent me a replacement right away. Outstanding customer service...
Gotta love Steinheil
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I'm a zagg man myself. The only time I've had a problem was when I messed the install up a bit.
OTB'd CM6 FTW
bigtlt said:
I'm a zagg man myself. The only time I've had a problem was when I messed the install up a bit.
OTB'd CM6 FTW
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My first experience with Zagg was terrible. And I'm not a big favorite of how their screen protector looks. Took forever to lose those BestBuy Reps who were insisting that you should have one.
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Just checking, cause nobody is mentioning Gorilla glass. Is that not all it's cracked up to be? (no pun intended, at least at first.) Or, like me, did you not know it was on the phone? I really don't know how good it is, but it seems to be better at protecting from scratches than from breakage. No scratches on mine so far, and I am not using any protector.
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Just checking, cause nobody is mentioning Gorilla glass. Is that not all it's cracked up to be? (no pun intended, at least at first.) Or, like me, did you not know it was on the phone? I really don't know how good it is, but it seems to be better at protecting from scratches than from breakage. No scratches on mine so far, and I am not using any protector.
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I know about it, but even with gorilla glass you still get scratches that are hardly visible with the screen on, but clearly visible when you reflect it to a light source.
And there's no harm to put on extra protection. Only benefits.
It's like a condom...we all know how to prevent pregnancy (coitus interruptus), but you need a safeguard...
You know, I like the metal "stripe" down the back, but can you believe my fingernail scratched it? I don't think that bodes well for the long haul if I can scratch it that easily. And it's a real scratch, not a surface blemish as far as I can tell.
Anyone else already scratch the metal?
Mine is scratched, or scuffed, and I have no idea how it happened. I have been babying this thing.
i assume you took the plastic off of it? cause the plastic is easy to scratch. =) haha.
nodrogkam said:
i assume you took the plastic off of it? cause the plastic is easy to scratch. =) haha.
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Lol
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nodrogkam said:
i assume you took the plastic off of it? cause the plastic is easy to scratch. =) haha.
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Yep...though you did make me second guess myself.
But yeah, it's off.
I think I'm going to try and exchange it...this must have been there when I got it.
Uhhh you didn't put a case on your phone right away? I bought their 20$ one and its awesome.... Protection yo.
U do know its "brushed" as in brushed metal... its made to look like that.... cuz I just tried scratching it (sense I'm getting a new one) and I can't scratch it with my nail..
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nate420 said:
U do know its "brushed" as in brushed metal... its made to look like that.... cuz I just tried scratching it (sense I'm getting a new one) and I can't scratch it with my nail..
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Yeah I just tried it again and I couldn't either, so I'm thinking it was there already. The reason I scratched with my nail in the first place was I thought I saw some left over plastic or something still there. So I tried to scratch it off.
Instead of putting ugly bulky cases on my devices I just buy a couple spare battery covers on Ebay a couple months after the phone is released. I always wonder why people cover up there nice looking phone with a rubber case. Wonder why the manufacturers just don't make a rubber phone?
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Instead of putting ugly bulky cases on my devices I just buy a couple spare battery covers on Ebay a couple months after the phone is released. I always wonder why people cover up there nice looking phone with a rubber case. Wonder why the manufacturers just don't make a rubber phone?
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i know this thing is slick looking imma hate to cover it with the otterbox and invisashield but it needs to be done... i drop phones alot....... didnt drop the vibrant tho... just felt like that thing would F'ing shatter
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Yep...though you did make me second guess myself.
But yeah, it's off.
I think I'm going to try and exchange it...this must have been there when I got it.
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hey, it really does happen. i havent taken off the protectors cause they're not peeling for me. lol.
I am very very careful with all of my phones. I have yet to actually scratch one(I always use cases and screen protectors.) I was shocked when after only having installed the battery and set the device down that the aluminum strip had multiple scratches on it. I have no idea how they got there. Went to local T Mobile store and checked their demo unit and NO SCRATCHES . With all of the handling etc no scratches!!! I wonder if it is a quality control issue with the aluminum? I put a case on it within 4 hours of receiving it. I am having to send this one back due to random reboots -signal issues-battery overheating-lcd screen bleeding at edges- so I will be very very careful to see what this aluminum strip on the back is like. I am starting to wonder whether this phone is ready for prime time or not due to all the issues I have found and the many other issues others have found. I believe this can be a giant of a phone if all of the bugs can be worked out.
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I am very very careful with all of my phones. I have yet to actually scratch one(I always use cases and screen protectors.) I was shocked when after only having installed the battery and set the device down that the aluminum strip had multiple scratches on it. I have no idea how they got there. Went to local T Mobile store and checked their demo unit and NO SCRATCHES . With all of the handling etc no scratches!!! I wonder if it is a quality control issue with the aluminum? I put a case on it within 4 hours of receiving it. I am having to send this one back due to random reboots -signal issues-battery overheating-lcd screen bleeding at edges- so I will be very very careful to see what this aluminum strip on the back is like. I am starting to wonder whether this phone is ready for prime time or not due to all the issues I have found and the many other issues others have found. I believe this can be a giant of a phone if all of the bugs can be worked out.
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Well, I exchanged it thanks to the nice folks at T-mobile.
Make sure it's not the plastic on the strip that's messed up, as the first thing they checked was whether or not the plastic was still on.
jrwingate6 said:
Instead of putting ugly bulky cases on my devices I just buy a couple spare battery covers on Ebay a couple months after the phone is released. I always wonder why people cover up there nice looking phone with a rubber case. Wonder why the manufacturers just don't make a rubber phone?
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Digging that idea. I may do the same.
nodrogkam said:
i assume you took the plastic off of it? cause the plastic is easy to scratch. =) haha.
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Doh. Well I'm dumb.
jsapp said:
Doh. Well I'm dumb.
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Ha, don't worry about it. It's difficult to tell it's even on there.
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Ha, don't worry about it. It's difficult to tell it's even on there.
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Mine did that the other day. I looked at it and was like, "OMFG... already!"
Then I noticed the plastic. I wore it for a few days didn't even know it was on there. I recommend leaving it on unless there is a huge scratch on it.
nate420 said:
i know this thing is slick looking imma hate to cover it with the otterbox and invisashield but it needs to be done... i drop phones alot....... didnt drop the vibrant tho... just felt like that thing would F'ing shatter
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Dropping phones is inevitable. It will SOON eventually happen. I hate to put on cases too, but it's necessary.
I would have just left the plastic on...why take it off? It was literally invisible and you couldn't tell it was even there.
The Galaxy is actually a beast. I've dropped mine so many times and it held up. Don't let the lightness fool us..it's one beast and held it's own on it's fall...impressive.
As they say, the bigger and heavier you are, the harder you fall...
There's a huge advantage of the Galaxy being light...
The worst phones for falls are HTC's...wayyy to heavy...
I agree with dropping the galaxy s. That phone is well built! People may not like the plastic build but it is a very durable phone!
Regarding the G2x, I am carrying it naked it is a good looking phone. Gonna buy the European battery covers when they become available.
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Yup I might be the first A-hole to shatter my screen. Dropped on top left corner from 5 feet. Completely anhiliated the screen to the point that by the impact zone a crater of gorilla glass is gone. And the bezel, well yea a piece of that disappeared as well.. Its completely my fault, but I will def be reconsidering plastic devices in the future. Could it have killed them to include a legit metal bezel... Time to go cry haha
Anyone know if new screens are even available yet?
The device still works and I will post pictures tomorrow.
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Holy crap! Sorry man!!
After reading this I remembered that I had not signed up for a Square Trade Insurance policy yet so I just went there and did so...
Look at alibaba, they usually have digitizers for new phones. Ebay might have it too
what? I though this gorilla glass 3 is unbreakable!
I dont believe you
post pic.
netnerd said:
what? I though this gorilla glass 3 is unbreakable!
I dont believe you
post pic.
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Seriously???
Gorilla Glass is most def breakable..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aB2wZET_SKs
http://mashable.com/2013/04/29/galaxy-s4-drop-test/
Drop tests aren't always accurate, as quite a lot depends on where the point of impact is after the fall. Overall though, given that the S4 did survive a few of the drops is a good thing, as it seemed the S3 is a bit less durable.
Either way though, Gorilla Glass isn't meant to offer a ton of protection for drops - It's scratch resistant, not shatterproof.
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I looked at your user name and the subject of this post and thought..... You definitely are THAT GUY!
Sorry for your misfortune....
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I looked at your user name and the subject of this post and thought..... You definitely are THAT GUY!
Sorry for your misfortune....
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Haha I most certainly am... I'll be posting pics today. I'm just most upset that the bezel chipped apart. I think that if it were able to absorb some of the impact or if there was a simple metal bezel the device would have fared much better.
Actually, the fact the plastic bezel broke too meant that even a metal case wouldn't have saved you.
Read up about "crush zones" in cars and how if the frame (bezel in this case) is crumpled, it reduces the damage to the people inside (screen in this case).
It sounds like your phone hit the corner and hit hard enough that unless you had a TPU case, it would've been dead either way.
+1. A lot of factors go into how phone damage occurs when you drop it. Five feet without a case purely on the corner is enough to damage the best of builds but throw on a decent tpu and your phone might live to see the light. Also would like to add that as long as you can replace the screen with ease, which luckily Samsung designed the phone well enough to be disassemble, it's not that bad of a situation.
At the end of the day though you should really get phone insurance. It's the best case money can buy lol
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imthatguy83 said:
Yup I might be the first A-hole to shatter my screen. Dropped on top left corner from 5 feet. Completely anhiliated the screen to the point that by the impact zone a crater of gorilla glass is gone. And the bezel, well yea a piece of that disappeared as well.. Its completely my fault, but I will def be reconsidering plastic devices in the future. Could it have killed them to include a legit metal bezel... Time to go cry haha
Anyone know if new screens are even available yet?
The device still works and I will post pictures tomorrow.
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Check here: http://www.etradesupply.com/samsung/galaxy-models/samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9500.html
I just purchased a bunch of S3 screens and adhesive and such from them...
If you're a little handy with fixing phones and what not then you might be in luck. The glass and lcd can be separated just like the s3. Lcd which is the display has the touch built into it. The glass is just for protection. Ive done it on the s3 many times. With a heat gun and a blade. The glass alone cost $30-40. Find your local repair shop at most you should pay is $150.
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In the past ATT always gives you a month to add insurance. It's a $200 deductible but might be worth checking out.
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dont change the glass urself.it wont look good.best thing to do is let samsung fix it.they only charge 179 or 199.call samsung north america
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Yup I might be the first A-hole to shatter my screen. Dropped on top left corner from 5 feet. Completely anhiliated the screen to the point that by the impact zone a crater of gorilla glass is gone. And the bezel, well yea a piece of that disappeared as well.. Its completely my fault, but I will def be reconsidering plastic devices in the future. Could it have killed them to include a legit metal bezel... Time to go cry haha
Anyone know if new screens are even available yet?
The device still works and I will post pictures tomorrow.
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Dude! I totally feel your pain. I cringed and had flashbacks from when I did the same thing to my Captivate a while back. Same height, landed on the spot and same result. I had dropped it from 5 feet and higher before but that sweet spot is death for a phone.
Mine took the plunge from a bunk bed, yours?
As the phones screen size increases the phone will crack easier from drops
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kevnuke said:
Dude! I totally feel your pain. I cringed and had flashbacks from when I did the same thing to my Captivate a while back. Same height, landed on the spot and same result. I had dropped it from 5 feet and higher before but that sweet spot is death for a phone.
Mine took the plunge from a bunk bed, yours?
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Yea its a heart breaker, I was using anbold iPhone 4 for 2 months waiting on it.. Talking smack to all my iPhone 5 owning family members.
I live in Phx and the weather just hit 100 the last 2 days, come home from work and one of the 2 ac units was broke. In the dark using it as a flash light, trying to pull the disconnect on the ac and then the crash. .. wanted tovcry but manned up and held it in haha
Thanks everyone for the the suggestions
I love the feel of the rubberized matte material on the black phone but feel like it'll succumb to peeling like how my Logitech MX mice have succumbed to over time.
The charging port already has scratches on it from me trying to plug in a charger without guiding it in delicately already, and this made me wonder.
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I love the feel of the rubberized matte material on the black phone but feel like it'll succumb to peeling like how my Logitech MX mice have succumbed to over time.
The charging port already has scratches on it from me trying to plug in a charger without guiding it in delicately already, and this made me wonder.
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Not so worried about peeling, more that the finish will wear down and go 'shinney' like my old HTC One X.
smoothunit said:
Not so worried about peeling, more that the finish will wear down and go 'shinney' like my old HTC One X.
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That's the reason I went for the white one, my One X went shiny as well and I didn't want to run the risk again.
I've wondered if it's going to start outright peeling like the coatings on the Cr-48 Chromebooks. I've been waiting for the thread, and in the mean time, been babying my n5.
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I love the feel of the rubberized matte material on the black phone but feel like it'll succumb to peeling like how my Logitech MX mice have succumbed to over time.
The charging port already has scratches on it from me trying to plug in a charger without guiding it in delicately already, and this made me wonder.
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I originally bought a black 32gb N5, but after playing with it for about 30s it felt like it wasn't going to last very long. The last pocketable item I had with soft touch plastic was an MP3 player that ended up looking like a severe burns victim after about 6 months with the coating peeling off. I returned the black one and now waiting for my white one to come in lol
I think at that point if it does get bad than just get one of those ultra thin TPU cases or hard shell cases and cover it up. I was thinking about putting one on now to try and avoid scratching the back but thought to myself, it is just a phone and is meant to be used, so just use it and not worry about scratching the back!! Especially with how nice the back and sides of the N5 feel, be a shame to not use it. Don't get me wrong, I have a screen protector on it but I am starting to wonder why I am so worried about scratching the back, its the back of the phone after all...
I also read that the back of the phone is just held on with tabs and maybe a little bit of glue, we may be able to buy a replacement back for our phones and if so then there is zero reason to worry about the back.
I actually think it'll be alright. Maybe the black one will go, but the white one feels less rubbery for lack of better words. I honestly think it'll stay the same.
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I've wondered if it's going to start outright peeling like the coatings on the Cr-48 Chromebooks. I've been waiting for the thread, and in the mean time, been babying my n5.
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I had a cr-48 to that peeled like crazy. My first worry about this phone is that it will peel as well but I got a case now, so hopefully it will be okay.
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I have a feeling it will as the same material peeled on a mouse I had before. So I got a case with the phone!
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Same coating as on my Razer Deathadder mouse. That has held up well after years of use except for where i used to wear a ring. On that spot the coating wore away.
Tung_meister said:
That's the reason I went for the white one, my One X went shiny as well and I didn't want to run the risk again.
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My HTC One X was white and still had the same problem. I'm loving the build quality so here's hoping the finish will last a little longer. Also realised my spelling for shiny was was off lol.
smoothunit said:
My HTC One X was white and still had the same problem. I'm loving the build quality so here's hoping the finish will last a little longer. Also realised my spelling for shiny was was off lol.
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The white finish on the n5 is very different than the black, where the one x white and black finish are the same. (I think..)
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Sorry to bump an old thread... Just wondering how the black soft touch finishes are holding up on peoples phones after 1 year?
You can buy new back covers from eBay
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Sorry to bump an old thread... Just wondering how the black soft touch finishes are holding up on peoples phones after 1 year?
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OP here, mine has held up real well. No fading or peeling at all. The only issues are the inserts for the NEXUS letters falling out and the cracking of the side frame.
Do you use a case or pouch with your phone at all?
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OP here, mine has held up real well. No fading or peeling at all. The only issues are the inserts for the NEXUS letters falling out and the cracking of the side frame.
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The coating has rubbed off on the corners on mine. Only the edges of the back is exposed as I have a vinyl skin on. The only wear I put my phone through that would cause that is putting it in and taking it out of my pocket.
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Do you use a case or pouch with your phone at all?
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i do use a case but i use Lysol wipes 3 days of the week to wipe it clean after work.