where can i order the Back panel of the nexus
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Nowhere. You can't.
Nowhere. Yet....
I imagine it will start popping up on supply websites a few weeks after launch. But wireless charging/NFC will make a straight swap difficult, as those are glued to the back and will likely NOT be included on a replacement.
I'll be keeping an eye out though, I love the white color. I just don't want to lose qi charging/NFC for a color swap though.
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Nowhere. Yet....
I imagine it will start popping up on supply websites a few weeks after launch. But wireless charging/NFC will make a straight swap difficult, as those are glued to the back and will likely NOT be included on a replacement.
I'll be keeping an eye out though, I love the white color. I just don't want to lose qi charging/NFC for a color swap though.
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When you replace your nexus 4 back you still keep both of those.
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AlexWekell said:
When you replace your nexus 4 back you still keep both of those.
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All the replacement backs on third party sites are visibly missing the Qi coil needed for charging. For example- http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-lg-nexus-4-e960-battery-door.html
You would need to use a heat gun to remove the "sticker" from the original door and reapply it to the replacement.
Not saying you won't be able to buy one with everything included, but most for sale only include the physical back with no additional hardware. Which means a straight swap with one of those would remove qi charging and (I think) NFC.
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All the replacement backs on third party sites are visibly missing the Qi coil needed for charging. For example- http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-lg-nexus-4-e960-battery-door.html
You would need to use a heat gun to remove the "sticker" from the original door and reapply it to the replacement.
Not saying you won't be able to buy one with everything included, but most for sale only include the physical back with no additional hardware. Which means a straight swap with one of those would remove qi charging and (I think) NFC.
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Yeah once you remove the back and place a third party back, hardly ever come with the NFC coil which is also used for wireless charging, will no longer enable you to use NFC or Wireless charging.
You could try to take it off but its hard. Since its heavily glued which could also lead to a risk of breaking the original back cover.
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Yeah once you remove the back and place a third party back, hardly ever come with the NFC coil which is also used for wireless charging, will no longer enable you to use NFC or Wireless charging.
You could try to take it off but its hard. Since its heavily glued which could also lead to a risk of breaking the original back cover.
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Yup, if any of us want white backs it is going to be difficult to just buy a replacement part. Either you need a heat gun and a prayer, or go without wireless charging and nfc.
It will peel off & stick on new back...
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Free of charge. Im still under warranty . My back cover doesnt clip anymore. The plactic hooks wore off.
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Free of charge. Im still under warranty . My back cover doesnt clip anymore. The plactic hooks wore off.
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Take it to a verizon store. Also call customer service and tell them what happened. They can note on your account that you need a back cover replacement. Once noted the verizon store has no option but to give you one. Worst scenario....you have to buy it which I think they are like 5-10 bucks
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Edit: I should proof read, stupid swype. If they didn't replace it, you can have mine, just cover the shipping
Happened to me too. I guess replacing the battery with a fully charged one almost every evening isn't too kind on those clips. Did you get a replacement?
What are the chances that we will see replacement backings sold? Would they only be possible from LG or third parties too? I'd love to see a plastic replacement backing sold, if for no other reason than to have an extra back to use when I'm going out, just replace it at home and head out
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What are the chances that we will see replacement backings sold? Would they only be possible from LG or third parties too? I'd love to see a plastic replacement backing sold, if for no other reason than to have an extra back to use when I'm going out, just replace it at home and head out
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I don't know, but I hope it is soon. I'd love to see some carbon fiber or leather backs being made.
with antennas and other components attached to the back glass wouldn't it be pretty unfeasible to see replacement backs?
What do you mean replace it at home and be out? You realize is screwed in right? It's also got a whole bunch of crap attached to it like antennas and wireless charging stuff.
If you mean like a skin or something, check out Skinomi they already have carbon fiber skins and others for this device.
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I know it has screws but it can still be taken off, its just not "hot swappable" (easy to take off). I'm fairly certain it's still feasible to have different backings available, and maybe the replace it for going out was a little much, maybe its a bit more difficult than that, but to be able to replace it with something made of carbon fibre would be fantastic, just to not worry about the glass. Or even a replacement made of the same stuff for worse case scenario (it breaks). As for antennas and such, of course these would have to be taken into account for and added to any new ones.
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I know it has screws but it can still be taken off, its just not "hot swappable" (easy to take off). I'm fairly certain it's still feasible to have different backings available, and maybe the replace it for going out was a little much, maybe its a bit more difficult than that, but to be able to replace it with something made of carbon fibre would be fantastic, just to not worry about the glass. Or even a replacement made of the same stuff for worse case scenario (it breaks). As for antennas and such, of course these would have to be taken into account for and added to any new ones.
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I suggest you take a look at this: http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus+4+Teardown/11781/1#s42123
Replacing the back really isn't an option. Skinning it is obviously a different story.
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I suggest you take a look at this: http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus+4+Teardown/11781/1#s42123
Replacing the back really isn't an option. Skinning it is obviously a different story.
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I'd be willing to give up wireless charging and NFC.
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I'd be willing to give up wireless charging and NFC.
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You're acting like the back of the Nexus 4 is hideous or something. It's actually the most beautiful back side I've seen on a phone since the iPhone 4. Cool your jets and don't mess with what you have.
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I would love to see a replacement back that had a 4000mAh battery in it. I don't care if it added 6-8mm of bulk to the back. As long as it had a battery and another set of charging wires for the Qi charger I'd be happy.
I want some POWER!
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You're acting like the back of the Nexus 4 is hideous or something. It's actually the most beautiful back side I've seen on a phone since the iPhone 4. Cool your jets and don't mess with what you have.
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No body said anything like that, but let's be honest here, chances are it'll scratch or break, and id like to have a backup, or as the person above said an extended battery thrown in would be super cool, id gladly take an extra 4-6mm for some more juice
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You're acting like the back of the Nexus 4 is hideous or something. It's actually the most beautiful back side I've seen on a phone since the iPhone 4. Cool your jets and don't mess with what you have.
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Why don't you cool your jets before jumping to conclusions? I actually like the back and think it looks nice. However, it is glass and will crack eventually. I'm very careful with my phones and have never had a cracked screen, but accidents do happen. I also don't like how slippery it is. I'm getting a case for it to fix that problem, but just replacing the back with a different material would be nice. Just because YOU don't want a product doesn't mean others don't either.
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Nexus 4 doesn't have a replaceable back and most likely never will... Use a good protective case when going out. I leave a case in my car and use it when I know I'm going out to the bar.
sometimes I joke to myself to tape the edges and the camera/speaker on the back and give the phone a quick once over using FlexSeal (rubber in a can) to protect it. LOL
That cannot be good for heat diffusion.
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enviii said:
I suggest you take a look at this: http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus+4+Teardown/11781/1#s42123
Replacing the back really isn't an option. Skinning it is obviously a different story.
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That seems hard to you? A proper torx screwdriver and a guitar pick would have the backing off in a hurry.
For those who say the backing is "not replaceable" must not have owned a Galaxy Nexus. At first people said it couldn't be replaced easily but then the white rear housing was released and people started swapping it onto their phones with no problem. And that rear housing requires much more patience and work than the backing of the Nexus 4 does.
I really wouldn't be surprised if we start seeing replacement backings in the near future. Ideally, I would like to see one without glass for obvious reasons. One with kevlar would be FANTASTIC!
I've noticed that in order to enable wireless charging for the S4 you have to replace the back cover with the one in the kit, but then that means you can't use a case like the S-View etc as they also need their own back cover. Has there been any word on wireless charging enabled versions of the S-view or normal flip cover?
I'd like to know so for the S-View too. Thanks.
I know it makes your phone thicker, I'm not sure any cases will work with the back cover.
Is the wireless back cover even available to purchase yet? I want one ASAP. I read somewhere its release was pushed back...anybody know anything?
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Get something like this
Wireless charging insert
Just match up the copper to the pins and and use copper tape. Any standard case will fit.
Do those wireless inserts really work?
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Do those wireless inserts really work?
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never used them myself but i think so
I had the insert in my s3 and it work great.
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I had the insert in my s3 and it work great.
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As far as I know, the S View Cover has wireless charging built in
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As far as I know, the S View Cover has wireless charging built in
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It does not. it has no induction coil, no power contacts.
Found one insert that will be shipping shortly to work with any Galaxy S4 back cover
(They have a Galaxy S III version as well if interested)
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/wiqiqi-wireless-charger-kit-for-samsung-galaxy-s4-or-s3-ultra-thin-light
I will definitely be picking this up for the fact that it's not a mod but an official design for the S4 and you can use any back cover with it (avoiding the thicker official wireless charging back cover as well). :good:
That's awesome! I wanna get 1 as well while living outside US.
If only Samsung didn't offer awesome items then completely let us down everytime. Either way I need something QI soon to go with my Nexus QI charger.
Another sale point through Monster Watts
http://www.monsterwatts.com/Galaxy_S4.html
I would like to know, if those alternative qi receivers the NFC functionality
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As far as I know, the S View Cover has wireless charging built in
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I can confirm it definitely does not. The S view case is really poor IMO, sent mine back for a refund straight away.
One other potential problem I've been thinking about, if you want wireless charging I'm presuming that you won't be able to put an extra case on your phone as that would act like a barrier? That's a shame.
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One other potential problem I've been thinking about, if you want wireless charging I'm presuming that you won't be able to put an extra case on your phone as that would act like a barrier? That's a shame.
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I think the Qi charging works through a lot of cases.
I'm curious to hear if anyone gets an insert to work with the stock back cover. There seems to be much less space under the cover in comparison to the S3 so I'd be surprised if any of the inserts will be thin enough to fit.
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I would like to know, if those alternative qi receivers the NFC functionality
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Same question for those who have used them on note 2/s3 or have one on s4
dacbeth said:
Another sale point through Monster Watts
http://www.monsterwatts.com/Galaxy_S4.html
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Preordered!
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I would like to know, if those alternative qi receivers the NFC functionality
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Hmm...that's actually a good point. Maybe we can reach out to someone from the S III users to find out who used this one.
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I would like to know, if those alternative qi receivers the NFC functionality
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Same question for those who have used them on note 2/s3 or have one on s4
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According to two reviews here, NFC does work: Link
EDIT: Another one confirming working NFC - Link
I think we're good. :good:
I bought a black nexus 5 and now i want to buy the white battery cover. I see that it costs around 30€ where do i find the cheapest original cover? do you have any ideas?
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I bought a black nexus 5 and now i want to buy the white battery cover. I see that it costs around 30€ where do i find the cheapest original cover? do you have any ideas?
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That's about the price for the original cover. You won't really find it that cheap cause I believe the original cover has either NFC or a wireless charging chip infused to it. If you look at the back cover you'll see it has some metal connectors on the inside.
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That's about the price for the original cover. You won't really find it that cheap cause I believe the original cover has either NFC or a wireless charging chip infused to it. If you look at the back cover you'll see it has some metal connectors on the inside.
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so if i change it will i break the warranty?
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so if i change it will i break the warranty?
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If you decide to change the battery cover and neglect to replace it with an OEM battery cover then of course an LG technician will know that you're using an aftermarket battery cover and it will in fact void your warranty.
Its just like any car you buy from the dealer. Even if you change the radio it will void your warranty. Everything must be factory spec! So what you can do is whenever you want to take it in for warranty simply switch the battery cover back to the original one and they'll never know.
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If you decide to change the battery cover and neglect to replace it with an OEM battery cover then of course an LG technician will know that you're using an aftermarket battery cover and it will in fact void your warranty.
Its just like any car you buy from the dealer. Even if you change the radio it will void your warranty. Everything must be factory spec! So what you can do is whenever you want to take it in for warranty simply switch the battery cover back to the original one and they'll never know.
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i want buy this
It looks to be original but once you get it be sure to save the original battery cover in case of warranty replacement.
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The back cover has the gps antenna, nfc, wireless charger, wifi antenna, rf shielding, vibration motor, and multi band antenna.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPuCmfhzgbg&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones/SM-G900AZKAATT-accessories
This is specific to our AT&T model, though i'm sure they are universal across all S5 models. Filter on the left side for the chargers.
Wireless Charging Pad mini $39.99
Wireless Charging Pad $59.99
Galaxy S 5 Spare Battery Charging System $49.99
Galaxy S 5 Wireless Charging Cover, White $29.99 (Also available in Black it says)
Most important thing of course we ALL want to know with these Qi-charging covers are: "The Wireless Battery Cover was designed by Samsung to seamlessly match the look and feel of your Galaxy S 5 ensuring that your phone maintains its original style and slim profile. In addition, Samsung has incorporated sealing rubber into the battery cover to retain the Galaxy S 5’s water resistance."
Please sticky this at least for the first quarter as it is a list of the Official products.
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"The Wireless Battery Cover was designed by Samsung to seamlessly match the look and feel of your Galaxy S 5 ensuring that your phone maintains its original style and slim profile. In addition, Samsung has incorporated sealing rubber into the battery cover to retain the Galaxy S 5’s water resistance."
Please sticky this at least for the first quarter as it is a list of the Official products.
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Im hoping this little line in their description means that the wireless back wont add too much to the phone to prevent the use of normal cases.
Here's the link to the black wireless back, just needed to change the W to a B in the product number =)
We need to know if it adds bulk and if standard cases can be used. I have a QI charging pad that I use with an insert in my S3. I'm guessing my charging pad will work with this back?
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Im hoping this little line in their description means that the wireless back wont add too much to the phone to prevent the use of normal cases.
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We need to know if it adds bulk and if standard cases can be used. I have a QI charging pad that I use with an insert in my S3. I'm guessing my charging pad will work with this back?
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yes that is the big question
based on history, they will be thicker impeding normal cases
Is there any availability in the UK?
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Wonder if they will have any price drops or a coupon code to score these cheaper. I might have to go w/the insert if the covers add bulk.
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Wonder if they will have any price drops or a coupon code to score these cheaper. I might have to go w/the insert if the covers add bulk.
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only problem with that is it the gasket to seal the battery from water might be loose....
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only problem with that is it the gasket to seal the battery from water might be loose....
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True. The nillkin one I installed on my s4 created a pretty noticeable bulge with the battery cover
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only problem with that is it the gasket to seal the battery from water might be loose....
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Damn, didn't think of that. I hope some company takes that into consideration. Sammy should have made wireless charging standard on this phone but it looks like they want to make more off of accessories.
Sweet! Thanks, I added my info to the backorder log. Can't wait!
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Damn, didn't think of that. I hope some company takes that into consideration. Sammy should have made wireless charging standard on this phone but it looks like they want to make more off of accessories.
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Yep. Another money making ploy. If the nexus 7 can do it, Samsung could certainly do it.
Problem is, even the thinnest wireless adapter creates somewhat of a bulge, which could ruin the water resistant seal
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Yep. Another money making ploy. If the nexus 7 can do it, Samsung could certainly do it.
Problem is, even the thinnest wireless adapter creates somewhat of a bulge, which could ruin the water resistant seal
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If samsung starts making them standard out of the box, then it's standard size and any case will fit, even the water resistant seal.
so there won't be people asking questions, will this bulge or will this case fit as with the S3, S4, note 2 and note 3. but as usual it will never happen with samsung at present, may be in the near future.
Like the Note 3, with the wireless charger you won't see the bump where the camera lens are. It will be flat which is a good thing for me.
Hello does anybody know if the s5 wireless charging cover adds thickness like the s4 one did? As in cases wont fit?
am I missing something here or have people simply not read the description?
"The Wireless Battery Cover was designed by Samsung to seamlessly match the look and feel of your Galaxy S 5 ensuring that your phone maintains its original style and slim profile."
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Is there any availability in the UK?
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Yes. Most places will have them on the 11th. Check amazon, mobile fun and usual places.
words matter
The problem is that "original style and slim profile" is inexact and open to interpretation. Proper wording would be helpful. Something like "original style and exact form factor" or "identical physical specification" or even ""will not affect fitment with standard phone cases"....words matter.
Any one want to put money the wireless charging case will be thicker? There has to be some extra depth to accommodate the charging coil. On the standard back I can't see Samsung deliberately make back thick so it lines up with the wireless one.
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Any one want to put money the wireless charging case will be thicker? There has to be some extra depth to accommodate the charging coil. On the standard back I can't see Samsung deliberately make back thick so it lines up with the wireless one.
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I agree 100%.
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