Battery Door - Galaxy S 4 Accessories

Anyone know where to find a OEM New battery door (Black)? I can't seem to find it anywhere..
Trying to get a new one as my old one has been dented.

nitrogen618 said:
Anyone know where to find a OEM New battery door (Black)? I can't seem to find it anywhere..
Trying to get a new one as my old one has been dented.
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Here you go
http://www.ebay.com/itm/17103324174...eName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

Isn't it suppose to say Samsung Galaxy S4 on the bottom? Or is that just the US Version ?
$14.99 So expensive.. TT
The Galaxy Nexus is like $4-6.

nitrogen618 said:
Isn't it suppose to say Samsung Galaxy S4 on the bottom? Or is that just the US Version ?
$14.99 So expensive.. TT
The Galaxy Nexus is like $4-6.
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The galaxy s4 branding is just on the US version. I dont have that on my handset purchased here in india.

I found this that's a little cheaper and it's brushed aluminum. According to the review it doesn't work with NFC so if you use NFC I would say to keep searching.
http://www.amazon.com/Ginovo-Samsun...d=1368353414&sr=8-3&keywords=s4+battery+cover

varun.dhir said:
Here you go
http://www.ebay.com/itm/17103324174...eName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
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OEM...from hong kong. doubtful. I hate how these people get away with this on eBay.

been looking for one myself for when my verizon S4 gets here. want to get rid of that verizon branded door but Im looking for the one that says Galaxy SIV on the back. they have a bunch of ebay but you can tell they arent OEM because the font is completely off

I found this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Battery-Bac...e_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3cd17ccae9
I am going to order and report back when it arrives.

Alright. I'm thinking of waiting maybe 2 weeks, that way the price drops a little. Only reason why I'm getting a new battery door is that my new one.. Sorta dented.. :|

ducksauce88 said:
OEM...from hong kong. doubtful. I hate how these people get away with this on eBay.
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i agree, bought a similar OEM door for my S3 and every 2-3 days a letter would fall off from the Samsung. def not true OEM, people should report them but they dont so ebay dont have any ground on blocking those listings

polish_pat said:
i agree, bought a similar OEM door for my S3 and every 2-3 days a letter would fall off from the Samsung. def not true OEM, people should report them but they dont so ebay dont have any ground on blocking those listings
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I ordered one white and one black, I got both color S4 phones but the white is going back, has some defects I'm not happy with, keeping my Black 32gb.
gonna order the Google'ized S4 in white next month.
but on topic, I ordered on these covers from a seller on ebay "money saver" for $15+1.25 shipping, there are cheaper sellers but I'm doubtful. usually you get what you pay for. Been to Hong Kong many times, not every thing is fake, usually just the really cheap stuff is.

Im also trying to find an oem back cover.. so i can get rid of the carrier brabding in the back. I want my phone to look as clean as possible .. the only thing i found was a full housing replacement. But i dont need all that. And is almost 40 dollars
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nitrogen618 said:
Anyone know where to find a OEM New battery door (Black)? I can't seem to find it anywhere..
Trying to get a new one as my old one has been dented.
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Look what i found
http://www.etradesupply.com/samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9500-battery-door-14807.html
i used to buy stuffs from this website when i had my blackberry ... maybe you can check out the pics and tell me if is oem... i think it it... but im not sure since i dont know alot about this stuffs

angel.mariano said:
Look what i found
http://www.etradesupply.com/samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9500-battery-door-14807.html
i used to buy stuffs from this website when i had my blackberry ... maybe you can check out the pics and tell me if is oem... i think it it... but im not sure since i dont know alot about this stuffs
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I looked at buying that case, but the shipping price is obscene. It's not like I live in a jungle or anything either, just plain old Florida. They wanted to charge me $18.99 for standard 3-5 business day shipping.

King Cole said:
I looked at buying that case, but the shipping price is obscene. It's not like I live in a jungle or anything either, just plain old Florida. They wanted to charge me $18.99 for standard 3-5 business day shipping.
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I got a white cover from a HK seller on ebay looks oem to me, exactly like how my AT&T one looks except with the Chrome Samsung words instead of the ATT Globe.
arrived yesterday. paid $16.25 total.
everything looks perfect down to the i9500 engraving on the upper right hand corner.
I would buy from him again.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171033241749?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
ordered a black one too should be here by end of next week.

King Cole said:
I looked at buying that case, but the shipping price is obscene. It's not like I live in a jungle or anything either, just plain old Florida. They wanted to charge me $18.99 for standard 3-5 business day shipping.
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i live in florida too.... in Miami.. but they are locaded in hong kong.. i think thats why they charging that much for shipping
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King Cole said:
I looked at buying that case, but the shipping price is obscene. It's not like I live in a jungle or anything either, just plain old Florida. They wanted to charge me $18.99 for standard 3-5 business day shipping.
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look what i found.. they are located in fort lauderdale
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Origina...400&pid=100005&prg=1088&rk=1&sd=171033241749&
im goin to buy a white one from him... btw i have the tmobile galaxy s4 .....
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galaxy808 said:
I got a white cover from a HK seller on ebay looks oem to me, exactly like how my AT&T one looks except with the Chrome Samsung words instead of the ATT Globe.
arrived yesterday. paid $16.25 total.
everything looks perfect down to the i9500 engraving on the upper right hand corner.
I would buy from him again.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171033241749?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
ordered a black one too should be here by end of next week.
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do you know if it will fit on the tmobile galaxy s4?

angel.mariano said:
do you know if it will fit on the tmobile galaxy s4?
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from what I have read all the backs are the same, hence why they only make 1 version of the flip and s-view covers.

$20 for this.
virtual murder imho.

galaxy808 said:
from what I have read all the backs are the same, hence why they only make 1 version of the flip and s-view covers.
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it makes sense
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wavrunrx said:
$20 for this.
virtual murder imho.
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u have no idea how bad i want to get rid of the ugly tmobile logo on the back of my s4, i think it will look better with just the samsung branding in the back.. so im willing to pay 20 or more. just to get rid of the tmobiel branding, i just ordered, is supposed to arrive thursday

Im looking for the white oem tmobile back cover any help mines all scratched already.
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I really don't like my T mobile back cover. It's a light blue that is very reflective so as to be mirror like.
Are these black ones listed true black? Or are they silvery like they one I have.
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Hard Back Cases UK

Hi everyone,
My co habitant is new to Ebay and started sellling these hard back cases at the lowest prices in Ebay UK (ships from the UK too).
So I thought I would like to share these with everyone:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....48473&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_733wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....49243&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....50051&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....51574&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....52206&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....52763&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....53142&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....53666&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
I am not sure if this is agaisnt the rules, but if it is, Mods please close this thread and don't ban me lol
this was already listed before by another member
i like the hot orange one
seems like you only sold 5 so far
The pink one is very "Sowfend", does it come with matching stiletto's ?
azazin said:
Hi everyone,
My co habitant is new to Ebay and started sellling these hard back cases at the lowest prices in Ebay UK (ships from the UK too).
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Already purchased two of these from another seller on ebay (at a cheaper price).
Problem is they provide no protection for the top & bottom of phone.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2x-Hard-Back-...8?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches
I decided to purchase a Case Mate from Play.com. They are more expensive but provide the best protection. They are on sale on ebay for £24.95 but Play are selling them for £14.99.
ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CASE-MATE-BLA...8?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches
Play.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...-Galaxy-S-Tough-Case-Black-Black/Product.html
the Tough case is really good for protection
but a bit uncomfy when inside your pants pockets
the other cases have a better feel
AllGamer said:
this was already listed before by another member
i like the hot orange one
seems like you only sold 5 so far
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Hey,
Could you get me a quote where another member posted these?
Thanks.
bidboy said:
Already purchased two of these from another seller on ebay (at a cheaper price).
Problem is they provide no protection for the top & bottom of phone.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2x-Hard-Back-...8?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches
I decided to purchase a Case Mate from Play.com. They are more expensive but provide the best protection. They are on sale on ebay for £24.95 but Play are selling them for £14.99.
ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CASE-MATE-BLA...8?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches
Play.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...-Galaxy-S-Tough-Case-Black-Black/Product.html
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Hi,
Thanks for letting me know, but that guy that sells the hard back cases I believe is located in China?
"Speedy
Wai Kin Lam
Shop 232,
298 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai
default default
香港"
My co-habitant is cheapest on Ebay in UK (as in UK seller)
azazin said:
Hey,
Hi,
Thanks for letting me know, but that guy that sells the hard back cases I believe is located in China?
"Speedy
Wai Kin Lam
Shop 232,
298 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai
default default
香港"
My co-habitant is cheapest on Ebay in UK (as in UK seller)
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Mine were posted in the UK from :-
Samuel Yeung
18 Skipton Drive
Hayes
Middlesex
UB3 1PL.
(Arrived in 3 days).
I first started a thread quite a while back and the sellers is selling it for £ 2.90 and free p&p and is based in london and he told me that they getting the mesh case soon as well. When I get the phone who should I buy it from?
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i just found this and it seems far better as it protect all around the phone but its for the vibrant only and in the U.S or canada only
http://cgi.ebay.com/Orange-Shield-S...Mobile-/130422430993?pt=PDA_Accessories#payId
sareen said:
I first started a thread quite a while back and the sellers is selling it for £ 2.90 and free p&p and is based in london and he told me that they getting the mesh case soon as well. When I get the phone who should I buy it from?
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Well I would be kind of biased and tell you to buy from my co-habitant since he sells them for the lowest prices on Ebay UK, LOL
sareen said:
i just found this and it seems far better as it protect all around the phone but its for the vibrant only and in the U.S or canada only
http://cgi.ebay.com/Orange-Shield-S...Mobile-/130422430993?pt=PDA_Accessories#payId
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That seems good, but I don't see whats with the extra cover thingy that the others don't have? Will it even fit?
I just got told more stock is coming in even though he has only sold 3 so far
bidboy said:
Already purchased two of these from another seller on ebay (at a cheaper price).
Problem is they provide no protection for the top & bottom of phone.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2x-Hard-Back-...8?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches
I decided to purchase a Case Mate from Play.com. They are more expensive but provide the best protection. They are on sale on ebay for £24.95 but Play are selling them for £14.99.
ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CASE-MATE-BLA...8?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches
Play.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...-Galaxy-S-Tough-Case-Black-Black/Product.html
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Gotta agree, those look better. Definitely gonna grab one of those. Thanks for the links
co-habitant said he might be getting those mesh cases soon, what colour would you guys be most interested in? (white,green,pink,black or red)
I would like red and white does her order out from g market? If so could you ask if he could get a coca cola case?
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sareen said:
I would like red and white does her order out from g market? If so could you ask if he could get a coca cola case?
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Hi,
I believe he orders directly from the manufacturers, not G market.
He told me to ask what price in pounds would everyone be willing to pay for these mesh cases and possible the SGP slider cases?
Thanks!
ok cool no worries i think around a tenna cause its that price from the korea's
Anyone got any more experience of the Cae-Mate Tough Case? Looks like the kind of thing I need (I'm notoriously cack-handed!) but worried it bulks the phone out too much. Are they pocketable (jeans) or are you resigned to jacket pockets and manbags only?
I have bought the black one - very good quality - really recommend to all!
I bought a red one of these for a slightly different look in actual life the red colour is a metalic cherry red not the bright red in the pic. Get 2 free screen protectors as well which is cool.
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110563637842
azazin said:
Hi everyone,
My co habitant is new to Ebay and started sellling these hard back cases at the lowest prices in Ebay UK (ships from the UK too).
So I thought I would like to share these with everyone:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....48473&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_733wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....49243&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....50051&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....51574&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....52206&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....52763&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....53142&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....53666&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT#ht_715wt_1137
I am not sure if this is agaisnt the rules, but if it is, Mods please close this thread and don't ban me lol
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JUST GOT one of these from ebay. The quality of the material is excellent.
but they have 2 major flaws preventing them to be useful
1)The surface of this case is smooth , so still has difficulty holding the phone.
2)keeping this phone on the back on table, you will miss most calls, as the speaker is almost completely covered in this position.
if these two flaws are corrected we have a killer case.

SIM Cover?

I am on T-Mobile USA HTC One S and after a few removals of the SIM cover it is loose now somewhat. I was wondering how I could get a replacement one or where to purchase one.
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Found this from ebay for $35 shipped.
Let me know if you find any other places that sell them for cheaper.
just call htc they send you one for free.
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just call htc they send you one for free.
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Really?
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I actually lost my sim card cover and I cannot find one anywhere else, I tried to call HTC but they said that the phone is too new and they couldn't replace it. If anyone knows of a site that sells OEM parts hook me up
It says on the ebay link a few posts above that this is needed for your phone to work. That is a lie, I have removed mine and still kept all signal / wifi and even had a call without it..
i find that price a bit extortionate for a little piece of plastic.
Edit: A quick google search found this http://www.htcaccessorystore.com/uk/p_htc_item.aspx?i=233112&phone=229850 it works out about £5 cheaper, So surely if you look about some more you will find one with a reasonable price tag
mrroey said:
Found this from ebay for $35 shipped.
Let me know if you find any other places that sell them for cheaper.
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quite a ripoff for a small piece of plastic.
Sim Cover
I just called them yesterday for the same reason. No problem. It should be here with in a week. Just call back.
Josh-
ricosuaveishere said:
I just called them yesterday for the same reason. No problem. It should be here with in a week. Just call back.
Josh-
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Hey... I need a replacement cause I think there is an issue with the little mechanism that controls the power button. Can you PM me the number to HTC so I can get a replacement?
Thanks.
mr_skot said:
Hey... I need a replacement cause I think there is an issue with the little mechanism that controls the power button. Can you PM me the number to HTC so I can get a replacement?
Thanks.
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The ultimate in spoonfeeding ? Can't be bothered to look up a phone number on google ?
azzledazzle said:
It says on the ebay link a few posts above that this is needed for your phone to work. That is a lie, I have removed mine and still kept all signal / wifi and even had a call without it..
i find that price a bit extortionate for a little piece of plastic.
Edit: A quick google search found this http://www.htcaccessorystore.com/uk/p_htc_item.aspx?i=233112&phone=229850 it works out about £5 cheaper, So surely if you look about some more you will find one with a reasonable price tag
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That cover must do something.
Looks like antennas to me
GPS Antenna
Now we have found where to buy the sim cover, Does anyone know where to buy the speaker cover ?
I removed it last night out of curiosity and now it wont go back on properly, I believe i broke one of the tiny plastic clips which hold it in place
azzledazzle said:
Now we have found where to buy the sim cover, Does anyone know where to buy the speaker cover ?
I removed it last night out of curiosity and now it wont go back on properly, I believe i broke one of the tiny plastic clips which hold it in place
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call htc... make up some excuse... they will gladly send u a replacement... seriously dont worry... no one should pay 35 dollars for a sim cover... thats BOGUS! just call htc they will mail u one free of charge! seriously... =)
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call htc... make up some excuse... they will gladly send u a replacement... seriously dont worry... no one should pay 35 dollars for a sim cover... thats BOGUS! just call htc they will mail u one free of charge! seriously... =)
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Thanks, Ill give that a try, Il just say its started to come loose and isnt flush with the device.
I dont fancy paying for it either lol, I have a TPU case on the phone so you cant tell. But i can
personally i hate putting cases on my phones... i only use one for the gym.... worst case i drop it... i get a brand new one from tmobile... i already dropped this device like 3 times... not a scratch!!!!!!! got to loveee this thing... i fear the galaxy s3 is going to have a REALLLLLLLLY ****astic build quality...n honestly... htc realllllly put their heart into the design of the ONE line up... i reallly would have loved the one x... but this one is just fine... honestly....
Radsolutionz said:
personally i hate putting cases on my phones... i only use one for the gym.... worst case i drop it... i get a brand new one from tmobile... i already dropped this device like 3 times... not a scratch!!!!!!! got to loveee this thing... i fear the galaxy s3 is going to have a REALLLLLLLLY ****astic build quality...n honestly... htc realllllly put their heart into the design of the ONE line up... i reallly would have loved the one x... but this one is just fine... honestly....
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I totally agree....the s3 is gonna be like their other ****ty build devices....something that at least feels like its metallic. Remember the hd2 back...I mean HTC makes better looking and feeling phones. Hardware specs is debatable but I love this phone with the exception of the memeory card and battery deals. But no cases for me either....they take away from how great and unique the phone looks
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azzledazzle said:
Now we have found where to buy the sim cover, Does anyone know where to buy the speaker cover ?
I removed it last night out of curiosity and now it wont go back on properly, I believe i broke one of the tiny plastic clips which hold it in place
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Pretty much positive that the speaker cover isn't supposed to be removed. You probably did break something in the process. Bust out the glue buddy.
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tgtoys said:
Pretty much positive that the speaker cover isn't supposed to be removed. You probably did break something in the process. Bust out the glue buddy.
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Haha, Turns out its just a speaker and another antenna under it !
Anyway HTC are sending me out a new one Free of charge too !
Requested one today but the status says this: Shipment On-Hold Due to Backorder

Anyone bought the bamboo back plate from AliExpress?

Title says it all.
No I didn't know they already had them? Surely they're after market and not official?
I might buy one
J
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Can I have the link please
+1 for the link thanks
http://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?SearchText=bamboo+oneplus&catId=&initiative_id=SB_20140829114125
Holy crap batman !!!, $60 !!! :silly: Looks awesome though
zephiK said:
http://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?SearchText=bamboo+oneplus&catId=&initiative_id=SB_20140829114125
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Thanks looks awesome for $60 for a case or cover is way too much especially when bamboo is a really cheap material
oneplus return their official "first bamboo covers" because the wanted quality is not present... don't buy this there are not good quality
what brunsman said...oneplus pulled the bamboo covers because of a quality problem...these are most probably those so i would not buy them if i were you...will be a big waste of $60...or they could just be dodgy chinese knock offs which will be even worse....visit the oneplus forum for confirmation
Better wait until official release
Since the bamboo swapstyle covers were canceled I ordered one for £39 yesterday. Its expensive but I justified it because I sold my invites for £40 so I'm not losing out. Apparently the seller takes 60 days to process and then another week or so to airmail. I'm hoping they will actually ship earlier and this is just incase.
I believe it's taking them 60 days to process because they are waiting for oneplus to make the covers and they planned on reselling...since they are not making them there is no cover to be shipped.
Overdose1986 said:
Better wait until official release
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Official statement said they cancelled the project and will not be having StyleSwap covers anymore.
kodochax said:
I believe it's taking them 60 days to process because they are waiting for oneplus to make the covers and they planned on reselling...since they are not making them there is no cover to be shipped.
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60 day process on AliExpress means you have 60 days of refund. Once you're past that 60 day process duration you cannot refund.
I ordered one and put it on Express shipping, let's see how it goes.
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brunsman6229 said:
oneplus return their official "first bamboo covers" because the wanted quality is not present... don't buy this there are not good quality
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mrsynister1971 said:
what brunsman said...oneplus pulled the bamboo covers because of a quality problem...these are most probably those so i would not buy them if i were you...will be a big waste of $60...or they could just be dodgy chinese knock offs which will be even worse....visit the oneplus forum for confirmation
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Actually that's what they say. Being in Hong Kong/China I can assure you that they released OnePlus One models built in with the bamboo back. Quality is superb and not bad quality, in fact it's perfect and doesn't have any issues.
Second quote: Pure speculation, yes obviously you can feel suspicious, but you can't raise a fully unbiased opinion without actually having experience with one. I on the other hand have played with the Official Bamboo OnePlus and can say that no doubt it is exactly the same. The labels at the back of the phone are also removable as they are printed on a sticker, not on the wood - which is exactly the same print as the Color OS model's labels.
I'll say that I bought one and will post on here when I obtain it and fit it on my device. Peace out!
Who needs other covers when Sandstone Black is this niiice......
Actually my biggest issue is how to protect the damn thing. I want to keep feeling the wonderful back, yet keep it protected. Is there a case that only covers the edges or something?
So, anyone have ordered and received (and tried) the one sold on Aliexpress??

[Q] Where do you by your batteries?

So I've seen many threads concerning ebay+batteries = fake. I'd like to ask you guys where you get the not-so-fake batteries from (online). I've seen a couple of places that sell the (supposedly) original ones (A-Grade?) along with another listing for the fake ones which they call 'wholesale' or R-Grade (not sure what the R is for).
I want to know if there are any trusted sources to get an original battery. Tried calling the dealers in my country and they said that they don't issue phone 'parts' unless it's given for repairs.
so yeah,. where do you guys get your batteries from?
vintageman said:
So I've seen many threads concerning ebay+batteries = fake. I'd like to ask you guys where you get the not-so-fake batteries from (online). I've seen a couple of places that sell the (supposedly) original ones (A-Grade?) along with another listing for the fake ones which they call 'wholesale' or R-Grade (not sure what the R is for).
I want to know if there are any trusted sources to get an original battery. Tried calling the dealers in my country and they said that they don't issue phone 'parts' unless it's given for repairs.
so yeah,. where do you guys get your batteries from?
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If you want to guarantee your battery is OEM than you need to buy it from either your local carrier store, Samsung, or a big box retailer like Best Buy. However, if you do not mind the extra bulk I cannot make a higher recommendation for a Zerolemon Battery/Case. I would link it, but I am a newer user and cannot post links. It is easy to find on Amazon and the price is great at $41.99.
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Here is a review of the battery from this same forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2377289
vintageman said:
so yeah,. where do you guys get your batteries from?
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I buy direct from Amazon. In my case amazon.ca.
I work at a busy cell/computer repair shop so we wind up ordering 10+ batteries out per device at a time since you never know when a dozen iphones may come in. We pull our parts from Mengtor and Global Direct Parts.
As far as personal opinion goes, Mengtor parts are generally junk for new(ish) phones. Until it's been out for a year, at least, we pass on any mengtor orders even if we save a decent amount simply because returns are highly frowned upon by us and customers (obviously, who wants to bring their phone back again?). However, After a year, or even two of parts being revised and worked on we migrate over from GDP to Mengtor since the warranty process for faulty parts we order goes through faster and they've worked out the kinks in their junk by then.
Global Direct Parts on the other hand, have never let me down. Sure we've ordered junk parts that are dead on arrival but for the most part they are our main supplier for all, excluding iphone 4/4s and prior iphones (due to well, being over a year old and the previous issues are taken care of).
The cost on GDP right now for you would be 22.89 for a battery on an S4 for Verizon (Here to link)
Our cost is about 15-18$ depending on if they are pushing stock for new orders to their warehouse or willing to hold onto it. Warranty process has always been excellent as well for when we get a bunk battery, or other part. Also, they generally offer OEM and aftermarket parts depending on which you want. The link goes to an OEM variant. Hope this helps!
vintageman said:
So I've seen many threads concerning ebay+batteries = fake. I'd like to ask you guys where you get the not-so-fake batteries from (online). I've seen a couple of places that sell the (supposedly) original ones (A-Grade?) along with another listing for the fake ones which they call 'wholesale' or R-Grade (not sure what the R is for).
I want to know if there are any trusted sources to get an original battery. Tried calling the dealers in my country and they said that they don't issue phone 'parts' unless it's given for repairs.
so yeah,. where do you guys get your batteries from?
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OEM from Amazon I believe is good.
can't go wrong with OEM
Either amazon or preferably the Samsung store.
I bought ones of these, $8.75 & free 2 day shipping with Amazon Prime.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LX02I92/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I've always had good experiences with Anker. They're also available on Amazon, and unlike several of the knockoffs, they guarantee NFC compatibility if they list it.
If u can find a way of shipping items from china's tmall to ur place, they do hv authentic batteries from samsung's factories in china, with the retail packaging and all. It is a cheap option if u can find a way to save on shipping.
If not, I would just get anker batteries as they are reliable.
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How about the duration of "non original" batteries. A friend of mine has purchase a couple of them at Amazon and the duration is lower than the original.
T-1000 said:
How about the duration of "non original" batteries. A friend of mine has purchase a couple of them at Amazon and the duration is lower than the original.
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I wouldn't bother buying those. I'm after quality. [emoji2]
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I bought mine from Amazon and using some service to ship it to my country, Anker 7800mAh, to be specific. Works like a charm.
I just got an anker 2600mah battery from a local seller. Works great. Will see how long it lasts. My zerolemon lasted around 8 months.
worktorest said:
I just got an anker 2600mah battery from a local seller. Works great. Will see how long it lasts. My zerolemon lasted around 8 months.
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I also have the Anker 2600mah battery. I purchased off Amazon and it has been great so far after 6 months or so of use.
Hi i need a new original i9505 battery. Where should i buy from in the uk?
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solidsnake02 said:
I also have the Anker 2600mah battery. I purchased off Amazon and it has been great so far after 6 months or so of use.
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Yeah it works just as well as the stock battery.
zakkkkk said:
Hi i need a new original i9505 battery. Where should i buy from in the uk?
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U could find any online seller that has the real deal for a cheaper price if u know how to spot fakes. Otherwise, if u really have to get the samsung one, u gotta pay more to buy it off the official retail stores.
As much as I hate paying Samsung for their horribly overpriced accessories, batteries included, I did end up buying my spare battery from Samsung, but I waited until they had a 50% off accessories sale. I wasn't in a rush, so I just waited until a sale came up. Call it a compromise.
I buy an original samsung battery from aliexpress.com

[Q] N5 replacement battery feedback?

Has anyone specifically tried the replacement N5 battery from etradesupply? It's the only one I can see that even looks anything like OEM. All the rest are clearly knockoffs.
There's another thread about replacement battery vendors, but most of those on eBay are sold out, and the remaining one is pretty sketchy. The Amazon batteries all have substantially negative feedback, too.
I just can't see throwing away a perfectly good phone simply because it needs a new battery.
Etradesupply nexus 5 batteries are fake. I got 2 of them and they are fake so I got full refund plus shipping from PayPal and still kept batteries but have not install them.
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https://lg.encompass.com/item/10389517/LG/EAC62078701/Rechargeable_Battery,lithium_Polymer
This is OEM LG battery supplier in US, bit expensive by original.
This is the one I just installed: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=AUJEVHB99RGQ
It seems to be tracking the battery temperature too. So far so good!
bhulku123 said:
Etradesupply nexus 5 batteries are fake. I got 2 of them and they are fake so I got full refund plus shipping from PayPal and still kept batteries but have not install them.
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https://lg.encompass.com/item/10389517/LG/EAC62078701/Rechargeable_Battery,lithium_Polymer
This is OEM LG battery supplier in US, bit expensive by original.
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Are you sure that is the correct battery? It is expensive, but I'll pay it if it's OEM and not some ripoff.
arodey said:
This is the one I just installed: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=AUJEVHB99RGQ
It seems to be tracking the battery temperature too. So far so good!
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How long have you been running that one? I'm a bit leery to buy anything with 30% negative reviews.
Underwater Mike said:
How long have you been running that one? I'm a bit leery to buy anything with 30% negative reviews.
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