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Metal contacts on Backdoor?

The door/battery cover or whatever you call it has like two copper plates that touch metal contacts in the phone when you close it, what are those?
My friend thinks its for the nfc sensor but I'm pretty sure they wouldnt put that in the removable door.
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It's the NFC antenna.
http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus-S-Teardown/4365/1

So if I lose the door I no longer have nfc??
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AlexRamallo said:
So if I lose the door I no longer have nfc??
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Planning to steal one from a Best Buy kiosk?

[Q] Samsung Galaxy S Metal Backplate/Battery Cover?

Title says all, is there a metal backplate cover for the SGS? Couldn't find one on the usual market sites in the Netherlands.

Nope , there's no metallic backcover for the I9000 , atleast from the manufacturer , since samsung keeps things plastic to reduce weight
But i however use an extra metallic cover on top of the plastic back , to make it look nice and glossy

androidder said:
Nope , there's no metallic backcover for the I9000 , atleast from the manufacturer , since samsung keeps things plastic to reduce weight
But i however use an extra metallic cover on top of the plastic back , to make it look nice and glossy
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Mind sharing the link?
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Well I wasn't hoping for a Samsung one but more of a third party one. That case seems interesting, mind sharing the link?
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jaiiscool said:
Mind sharing the link?
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Chileno4Live said:
Well I wasn't hoping for a Samsung one but more of a third party one. That case seems interesting, mind sharing the link?
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Apart from the late reply , am also sorry to tell you that these covers that i bought aren't available online , just bought from some mobile dealer in my local area a long time back , not sure if it is still available
I will put their pictures so you will knoe what to look for , and yes even plain solid colours were available.

Im also looking for a back cover but in aluminium . I have spoken to a guy who can help me make one but he needs a 3D drawing of the back cover. I have email samsung regarding sketch but i dont think the will reply. I started this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1496721

Place properly screen protector on Gnex

Hey folks,
I have ****** up 3 screen protectors already, and I really need one.
I watched YouTube videos already, but it would be easy if you guys have some tips.
So? Any tips for placing screen protector on galaxy nexus? It is a screen protector that covers the whole screen
Thanks for your help
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What kind of tips u want bro...
As far as i know u can get it done in any phone shop for almost nothing i live in the netherlands by the way its easy over here and just buy a leather cover for the phone thats should be enough
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liendert said:
What kind of tips u want bro...
As far as i know u can get it done in any phone shop for almost nothing i live in the netherlands by the way its easy over here and just buy a leather cover for the phone thats should be enough
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Lol, I live in the Netherlands too
I ordered 5 screen protectors
How to remove the bubbles etc I always get bubbly stuff and corners that doesn't stay on the device..
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Replacement Back Covers or Decals

Does anyone use any replacement back covers or decals? I want to use one instead of a bulky case

I've used both a carbon fiber replacement and currently am using a metal battery cover replacement.
Check out the videos:
Carbon Fiber http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li49NIwWAj4
Metal http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUR5QswNRG4&feature=youtu.be

Try these if you like them
marionite said:
Does anyone use any replacement back covers or decals? I want to use one instead of a bulky case
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You can try one from this dealer. Shipping takes an awful long time.:crying:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/For-...wer-Back-Battery-Door-Case-S4/1007176073.html

y, i'm now using one,.that fits well.
take a look???
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Is the fit the same? The lifeproof case has a clear back so I have thought about ordering a more fun back case piece.
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I'm looking for one myself. Wouldn't mind a white back, to match the phone. Anyone any ideas?
Also, sorry to OP for hijacking the thread a bit.
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[Q] 3D Printing Files

Does anybody know a place I could either download a 3D printable case for the edge or a 3D model of the edge so I can make my own case?

Check shapeways.com they have lot of phone cases.
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teknomanelvis said:
Check shapeways.com they have lot of phone cases.
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Just checked but no results , I guess I will have to model my own by hand hope I dont screw up (atleast I have five reels of plastic )

Metal Case
Even I too want to 3d print a metal case for my Oppo One Plus X phone. In fact, I am eager to 3d print it myself. I know that for the case to be printed, I want to use the concepts of 3d metal printing, but short of knowledge regarding the type of printer to be purchased. If anybody could suggest me regarding it?