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I love my original s-View cover but it interferes my s4 compass especially with the cover is folded to the back of the phone. I can clearly see how the cover changes the direction of the Google Map compass while flipping the cover.
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That's because there's a magnet in it to activate the hal sensor to tell the screen to go to s-veiw window
If you take a magnet and put it where the sensor is on the phone with the s-veiw cover open your screen will change like if the cover is closed
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If the S-View covers work with the aid of a magnet, how does this one work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281100942769
As I understand, no magnets here and yet they claim it has all S-View abilities!
PS ... anyone bought this cover? If yes, is this latched on to the built in battery cover or does it reduce bulk by replacing the battery cover?
Thanks
Paparasee said:
If the S-View covers work with the aid of a magnet, how does this one work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281100942769
As I understand, no magnets here and yet they claim it has all S-View abilities!
PS ... anyone bought this cover? If yes, is this latched on to the built in battery cover or does it reduce bulk by replacing the battery cover?
Thanks
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Got to have a magnet to trigger the S4 S-View mode on the display. Doesn't say it's got a magnet in the listing, then again doesn't say it hasn't.... Looks like it's got kind of a tpu case which snaps round the phone and the cover is glued onto that.
Paparasee said:
If the S-View covers work with the aid of a magnet, how does this one work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281100942769
As I understand, no magnets here and yet they claim it has all S-View abilities!
PS ... anyone bought this cover? If yes, is this latched on to the built in battery cover or does it reduce bulk by replacing the battery cover?
Thanks
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I have this cover. It does not replace the battery cover, but fits over it. However, the "leather" is very thin, so the case doesn't really add much bulk. The s-view function works perfectly. However, I won't continue to use this case once a better s-view case comes out. The part that holds the phone in the case doesn't cover the corners of the phone, so they are vulnerable if the phone is dropped. And, the front of the case could easily open if the phone is dropped, so there is no protection for the front of the phone, either. I really prefer flip cases, because I ruined an expensive phone by dropping it, so I want something that protects the phone. I really like the s-view option, but this isn't the case for me.
I got a cheap copy of the S-View which fits perfectly and works just as good. Unfortunately it seems the magnet is too strong because the S-View mode activates when I fold the cover around the back!
Is there any way to fix this?
Yeah do what I did, take it off, throw it into the corner in disgust, and put a tpu flip case on instead.
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MadBob said:
Yeah do what I did, take it off, throw it into the corner in disgust, and put a tpu flip case on instead.
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Dude, do you have a link to the one you bought - does it work just like the S-View?
I have the cover from Tridea. Got it yesterday.
It is actually quite nice and protects the phone better than the original S-view case. However, this is magnetic too and makes the compass more or less unusable.
Aitch said:
I got a cheap copy of the S-View which fits perfectly and works just as good. Unfortunately it seems the magnet is too strong because the S-View mode activates when I fold the cover around the back!
Is there any way to fix this?
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I'm wondering this too. I paid $7, versus $60, so I can't complain, but I would LOVE to find out that the authentic ones actually fix this critical issue.
Why not buy an original one, guaranteed to work. I have had mine since day one and works great, even when flipped back. I can post a video. If need be.
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TotalMusic said:
Why not buy an original one, guaranteed to work. I have had mine since day one and works great, even when flipped back. I can post a video. If need be.
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But does the compass work?
marlar said:
But does the compass work?
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When the case is open or closed.
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TotalMusic said:
When the case is open or closed.
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If you open a compass app, does it point to the right directions (south, north etc) even when you slowly rotate the phone horizontally?
marlar said:
If you open a compass app, does it point to the right directions (south, north etc) even when you slowly rotate the phone horizontally?
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Maybe it is different for you, but the compass on the S4 sucks with or without the S-Cover. It constantly need recalibrating on many of these phones.
scott14719 said:
Maybe it is different for you, but the compass on the S4 sucks with or without the S-Cover. It constantly need recalibrating on many of these phones.
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I agree. What is the reason for this though? Is it a software problem that could be fixed with an update, or a hardware problem which is pretty much permanent?
My S4 S-View (original) cover definitely interferes with compass readings. As this is an original Samsung case I find this quite incredible how this has been overlooked.
With the case on and open, my compass app would always point in the same direction.
Gradual movement of the front cover from the open to closed position would quickly alter the compass bearing etc.
I decided to ditch the S-View cover for the standard one for the following reasons:
1. Affects compass bearings as described
2. Unable to see notification LED when the cover is closed. (it is in fact not enabled at all when its closed)
3. I'd rather see my full screen caller ID on an incoming call than the small S-View window. I know if you open the case you will then see the caller ID screen, but I'd prefer to see it from the offset.
Only drawback now is that I hate leaving the screen uncovered so I've put a screen protector on, and I can never get to fit one perfectly...I always seem to get one or two specs of dust that cause bubbles.
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I agree. What is the reason for this though? Is it a software problem that could be fixed with an update, or a hardware problem which is pretty much permanent?
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I am guessing it is a hardware issue because several people have the problem (there is a thread in the "general" section about it) and it doesn't seem to matter which app or APK is used with it, it has the same issues and needs to be recalibrated periodically to work properly.
TotalMusic said:
Why not buy an original one, guaranteed to work. I have had mine since day one and works great, even when flipped back. I can post a video. If need be.
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Well, it's tough to purchase a legit one sometimes, and knowing IF that design flaw doesn't exist in an authentic version would make it worth it.
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Fixed it myself. I pried open the fabric, took out the magnet, put a nail between the magnet and the hammer to shatter it, and put back half a disc. Works perfectly.
I have the original S-view cover and if I slowly open or close the cover over the phone, the compass changes values, and I even got a notification in compass app regarding the magnetic field while playing with the cover.
Is there any way to repair this behavior while keeping the S-view functionality?
I am planning to buy Motorola Moto G flip cover.
I found at several places that the magnet in flip cover is very powerful and it messes with phone compass (magnetometer).
I need to know after removing the flip cover (may be after 2-4 months of usage) can I calibrate the compass back to normal or is permanently damaged to repair at our own.
And what are the other side effects of using that cover.
Please help me in choosing a cover
I never uses flip cover with my moto g, I know Flip cover has issues but I don't think it will damage your magnetometre, do a simple test download a compass app from play store use it, note the direction with with flip cover on your phone, remove the flip cover, restart your phone,assuming that you don't change your phone location soo much test the directions once again, results will tell you the story, I love my official moto grip cover because it protects my phone from all possible ways or if you want more security u can also try Amzer 96960 Hybrid Kickstand Cover
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I personally found more usable a good tpu case that covers all the edges and buttons with a nice leap around the screen. It makes the phone more accessible, there's no way can damage the phone and protect it from scratches and falls. Also you don't need to mess with a thing flapping all over, that may wear off during time and usage. One last thing that I still didn't figure out: how do people takes picture with flip covers on their phones?
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I never uses flip cover with my moto g, I know Flip cover has issues but I don't think it will damage your magnetometre, do a simple test download a compass app from play store use it, note the direction with with flip cover on your phone, remove the flip cover, restart your phone,assuming that you don't change your phone location soo much test the directions once again, results will tell you the story, I love my official moto grip cover because it protects my phone from all possible ways or if you want more security u can also try Amzer 96960 Hybrid Kickstand Cover
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I dont want to purchase and test it if it is useful or not, if anyone already using can tell the pros and cons.
I already have a good cover for my Moto G, Flipkart offered me some points in my wallet so I was planning for another one, but I wanted to know the feedback before buying it.
Anyways the flipcover is out of stock now, and I am not in a mood to buy it from ebay.
Thank You.
MeltingSnowman said:
I personally found more usable a good tpu case that covers all the edges and buttons with a nice leap around the screen. It makes the phone more accessible, there's no way can damage the phone and protect it from scratches and falls. Also you don't need to mess with a thing flapping all over, that may wear off during time and usage. One last thing that I still didn't figure out: how do people takes picture with flip covers on their phones?
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TPU case is good but it takes the beauty of phone, I never used those flip covers and was planning to buy one because retailer gave me points to shop with them.
I saw people taking picture with flip covers on their phones and it looks real funny to see that.
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I never uses flip cover with my moto g, I know Flip cover has issues but I don't think it will damage your magnetometre, do a simple test download a compass app from play store use it, note the direction with with flip cover on your phone, remove the flip cover, restart your phone,assuming that you don't change your phone location soo much test the directions once again, results will tell you the story, I love my official moto grip cover because it protects my phone from all possible ways or if you want more security u can also try Amzer 96960 Hybrid Kickstand Cover
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This Amzer 96960 Hybrid Kickstand Cove will make my Moto G a real bulky device and will take all its beauty.
Better I stick to the one which I already have.
The neodymium magnet, which holds the cover is inside the display frame and not in the cover itself, you've been misled.
The metal plate that's in the front of the flip cover is very small and it's hard to do anything to the magnetic field sensor in open or closed position. The only way eventually is if you flap the cover all day long.
About calibration, if you need to do that, just rotate the phone in circles few times over each of its axises.
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The neodymium magnet, which holds the cover is inside the display frame and not in the cover itself, you've been misled.
The metal plate that's in the front of the flip cover is very small and it's hard to do anything to the magnetic field sensor in open or closed position. The only way eventually is if you flap the cover all day long.
About calibration, if you need to do that, just rotate the phone in circles few times over each of its axises.
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First of all, I like your signature, it stands correct 99.9% times. Can I use the same as mine.
And about the flip cover I have dropped the plan for now as the covers are out of stock.
Thanks anyways.
Monsieur_Bond said:
First of all, I like your signature, it stands correct 99.9% times. Can I use the same as mine.
And about the flip cover I have dropped the plan for now as the covers are out of stock.
Thanks anyways.
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I see, well that cover its certainly good if you can get it sometime in the future, when they restock.
"Also don't forget to press the Thanks button if I helped you, coz I post here only for that reason, helping others is not important, just a side effect." - just a joke, but sadly very real one.
My signature is just a text on a public forum, feel free to use it as it is or as you find fit.
Have a nice day
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I see, well that cover its certainly good if you can get it sometime in the future, when they restock.
"Also don't forget to press the Thanks button if I helped you, coz I post here only for that reason, helping others is not important, just a side effect." - just a joke, but sadly very real one.
My signature is just a text on a public forum, feel free to use it as it is or as you find fit.
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It was really nice interacting you.
Keep spreading smiles as much as we can.
See you around...
Here is the result, Finally!!!
I checked it a friend who is ownig s Moto G and Flip Cover from Motorola.
The phone with Motorola flip cover was showing a different North and phone without Motorola flip cover was showing diffrent North (I guess correct north) when both phones were kept side by side.
Removed the flip cover calibrated the compass and same test was done again and both phones were showing same North.
Also the magnet in the flip cover is very strong. I am dropping my plan for flip cover now even if it is available for free, because putting a powerful magne on the phone that too 24x7 may not be good idea.
First, sry for my bad English!
I would like to know if there will be an S-View Cover for the egde or only the Cover with the edge open.
I think the edge is perfect to Check messages or Infos, but with the S-View you can do so much more, take pictures, take notes. I also hope that samsung gives api for devs like lg did with Quick circle.
Does any body have more Infos?
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been looking for the same thing with no luck
The existing Flip Wallet works kinda like the same. Only the S View window is Edge screen. I really doubt if Samsung will make one. Since functionality is already there.
On ebay there are 3rd party cases that have the edge cut out for the curved screen. Whether they work as an S-view case is a shot in the dark - just like the Note 3 the Edge has the little contacts in back that make the s-view case and wireless charging work. The Note 3 required a chip to allow it to work...
Ordered one to see what it's like but hasn't arrived yet as it comes from China...
I just posted this in the accessories section. Hope you don't mind me posting this here.
It's a case for the EDGE but has a protection for the edge part, but apparently makes it functional. We'll know more in a few weeks.
It is from Zenus.
http://www.zenuscase.net/zenus-metallic-diary-for-galaxy-note-edgehtml
They also have one which is full leather for 49.99 in black and white.
I'm thinking of getting this device next week.
I bought a flip cover (horizontal, book/wallet style) together with my note 4, it's one of these cheap ones from amazon that have a magnetic strip to keep it closed.
The problem is that magnetic strip, it seems it interferes with the s-pen making it completely unusable.
Another problem is that 90% of the flip covers on amazon (at least in europe and looking for a while) have that magnetic strip.
I used to have this one back on my note 2 http://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B009P6TG82 and I never found anything better than that, it's too bad there's no note 4 version.
Any idea if there are any like that? The official samsung ones do look good but it seems they replace the back, this means I can't easily remove the cover for insertion in a car dock.
Speck flipcover coming soon
Jackomel said:
I bought a flip cover (horizontal, book/wallet style) together with my note 4, it's one of these cheap ones from amazon that have a magnetic strip to keep it closed.
The problem is that magnetic strip, it seems it interferes with the s-pen making it completely unusable.
Another problem is that 90% of the flip covers on amazon (at least in europe and looking for a while) have that magnetic strip.
I used to have this one back on my note 2 http://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B009P6TG82 and I never found anything better than that, it's too bad there's no note 4 version.
Any idea if there are any like that? The official samsung ones do look good but it seems they replace the back, this means I can't easily remove the cover for insertion in a car dock.
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Don't know how good it will be but the flipcover from Speck will be out soon. The existing flipcover they have for the Note 3 looks good and doesn't interfere with any phone/s-pen functions so I would assume it will be the same for the Note 4 version. I have always been a fan of the Speck products so I will definitely be checking it out once released. The Samsung flipcovers are nice and all, but not for $50.
After some research I found out there are 2 version of this case: one supports Qi Wireless Charging and the other doesn't. Here are the links:
EF-CN910BCESTA
EP-VN910IBUSTA
My question is related to the number of metal contacts on the back. The original back cover that comes with the phone doesn't have any, so I am trying to understand why are there 2 sets on the back of the Qi enabled case?
One set is for Wireless Charging, but what is the other for?
Or on the cheaper case without wireless charging - it only got 1 set of contact points. What are these for?
Thank you.
It is for the sleep function when you close the case.
I believe it is for when you close the case cover, it activates the portion of the screen that you can see through the s-view.
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I believe it is for when you close the case cover, it activates the portion of the screen that you can see through the s-view.
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