OnePlus One -Plastic "Chrome" bezel around it / G3 - ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello,
I'm deciding on buying the OnePlus One. I'm debating between LG G3 as it has CM12 now, and OnePlus One. I can get new G3 at around 360€ and New One is as we all know 300€. I love the form factor of the G3 (slim bezels, huge screen). But I love the look of the one more sandstone back, big screen (BIG PHONE).
I would carry my G3 in Spigen Tough Armor + glass screen protector (great look in my opinion.)
But as you can see I'm leaning more to OPO. I would rock OPO with glass screen protector (If you can recommend any good ones please do). And with official OPO flip cover (or any good cover from aliexpress or something like that, again please feel free to suggest).
As I'm buying a phone for around a year this time, I have some question for owners;
1. How does it hold up against scratches?
2. I'm the most concerned about that fake chrome band around the phone, as I had some Galaxy phones over past few years, and that chrome started to peal off after some time.. That + being easy scratched worries me the most.
3. I'm kinda perfectionist when it comes to phones (read I get frustrated real easy if there are ANY even tiny scratches)
4. As stated before I will be using my phone with glass screen protector and flip case, does anybody else rocks this? I'm not afraid of dropping it, as I'm super careful with my phones. But I'm afraid of scratching the bezels and the bottom of the phone.
G3 + Glass screen protector + Tough armor is almost mission impossible to scratch.
If I can find something like that for OPO I'm sold.
Lastly If someone has come from G3 or moved there, I would love to hear there opinion on the phones too!
That's it for the time being. Thanks for all the responses.

Hmm.. I'm on the same debate.. G3 32GB Vs OPO. I can't decide yet.

I m also looking for a tough armor type of car for one, current using Rinkge fusion n a screen protector which came with the case
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRg_uwku2X0#t=60
That review is a six month review and he mentions how the chrome held up, or how it didn't.
I was thinking about blacking out the chrome by removing it, sanding it, then using a black dye (Rit fabric dye) to make it black. I did something similar to my old old HTC Touch phone back in 2009 lol and it came out great. But I changed my mind after seeing the disassembly process for the One.
http://pocketnow.com/tweaks-hacks/h...es-battery-cover-provides-pics-video-tutorial

Bucika said:
Hello,
I'm deciding on buying the OnePlus One. I'm debating between LG G3 as it has CM12 now, and OnePlus One. I can get new G3 at around 360€ and New One is as we all know 300€. I love the form factor of the G3 (slim bezels, huge screen). But I love the look of the one more sandstone back, big screen (BIG PHONE).
I would carry my G3 in Spigen Tough Armor + glass screen protector (great look in my opinion.)
But as you can see I'm leaning more to OPO. I would rock OPO with glass screen protector (If you can recommend any good ones please do). And with official OPO flip cover (or any good cover from aliexpress or something like that, again please feel free to suggest).
As I'm buying a phone for around a year this time, I have some question for owners;
1. How does it hold up against scratches?
2. I'm the most concerned about that fake chrome band around the phone, as I had some Galaxy phones over past few years, and that chrome started to peal off after some time.. That + being easy scratched worries me the most.
3. I'm kinda perfectionist when it comes to phones (read I get frustrated real easy if there are ANY even tiny scratches)
4. As stated before I will be using my phone with glass screen protector and flip case, does anybody else rocks this? I'm not afraid of dropping it, as I'm super careful with my phones. But I'm afraid of scratching the bezels and the bottom of the phone.
G3 + Glass screen protector + Tough armor is almost mission impossible to scratch.
If I can find something like that for OPO I'm sold.
Lastly If someone has come from G3 or moved there, I would love to hear there opinion on the phones too!
That's it for the time being. Thanks for all the responses.
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1- No scratches here.
2- No trouble with the chrome bezel on mine, I've had it for nearly six months and it's still mint.
3- Every phone can get tiny scratches, there's not a phone available on the market today (or in future) that's scratch proof. So don't waste energy worrying about that.
4- I use a Nillkin 9H tempered glass screen protector on mine, it's very good, and cheap top ($9). You can get a variety of cases for this phone, I personally have the Diztronic TPU case, it's an excellent case (though it isn't a flip cover) and cheap ($10).

The battery life of the OPO is much better than the G3's battery life in any condition.
And I personally prefer OPO's software and screen calibration to the G3's.
Additionally, the slim bezel effect of the G3 will be gone after you'll put it in a case

Bucika said:
Hello,
But as you can see I'm leaning more to OPO. I would rock OPO with glass screen protector (If you can recommend any good ones please do). And with official OPO flip cover (or any good cover from aliexpress or something like that, again please feel free to suggest). .
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Isnt it redundant to have a flip cover and a screen protector? its like have 2 screen protectors on.. lol
Anyways.. Im rocking a tempered glass protector and the Diztronic case.. its awesome.. it completely covers the chrome bezels so its well protected.. case fits very snug.. it does feel slippery.. haha...

Related

zagg invisible shield

hi everbody...
ive done a search about this item and im getting mixed reviews.
i mainly want to know how good the screen protector is?
i also want to fit the battery cover, but i also want a cheap case ontop of that.
thanks
I've used the invisible shield before on my ipod. It is so nice to have the piece of mind that your device won't get scrstched. I will be ordering one shortly for my new desire.
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I've used one for about 2 months. After this period it just turned yellow from dirt I guess. Now, I use a 3M screen protector and is much clear, a better contrast, and so one. I recomend the 3M one
Hmmmz... i cant decide still lol
Its £15 and has a lifetime waRrenty.
Having ZAGG already for something like 3-4 months and I also carry it in a case. No yellowish feeling, perfect protection, no scratches, using front and back cover only (no cover around buttons and joystick as it looks a bit awful)
Recommend it. Can get replacement when scratched just for shipping price (need to send the old one back). So I can only recommend.
sounds good, i think i will get one.
when i purchased a my ipod nano 3rd gen i orderd a case straight away and it came with a clear film for the screen and the back so i fitted it all and its doing its job nicely.
so im thinking of doing the same for my phone.
can you also get a piccy of your phone now it has the invisable shield fitted please.
Be sure, it's not that easy to apply. It's thick and very hard to apply perfectly i think.
i want it but im having doubts as im reading soooooo many mixed reviews online.
my main concern is the screen protector. i want a good one, i wasnt happy with the martin fields i had on my last mobile phone, and my brother doesnt seem to happy with the MF on his ipoone 4 either
and the back shield will just be there under the case to stop scratches
Yeah it really protects but, on the screen it's too thick and doesnt feel good.
And the back side after a month it peeling off in the corners , storing to much dust and dirt.
Now I'm waiting for otter box commuter case , ı ll peel all the zagg shields. But i dont know about screen may be i can use the protector coming with otter.
Well its here now... im just waiting for my gel case that would be going over the zagg once its fitted.
Oh and im not worried about bulk, my last phone was a touch pro 2 LOL
I found it hard to apply and made a pig's ear of it, hence I made a mess, hated it and it was my fault so I couldn't send it back or complain.
I still use the other bits to protect the case, it was just the screen one which was awful after I'd finished.
Hopefully you live in a cpu factory and aren't covered in fluff and dust like me
Went to fit it last friday and its not evan been cut properly. So i rang play.com today and im sending it back for a refund.

Do you use cases for your n5?

I own white Nexus 5 and would like to know if you use cases for N5.
I got my white N5 a week ago and am afraid that it will scratch easily. I would like to find out how your N5 is doing after using it for, let's say, at least half a year.
Does it wear off easily? Is camera durable and doesn't scratch easily?
I have the black Nexus.
I didn't buy one from the start , but after getting a few scuffs on the sides from the other things I have in my pocket or bag (keys , powerpack , e-cig , tools and so on) I've bought a simple no-name silicon case for it.
The camera cover glass is quite durable - I used to keep it face up on my workbench or desk and I can't see any scratch after ~4 months.
Yes, I do, but not for what you'd imagine...
...I use the "zerolemon" extended battery case. I never used a case on it, and found it to be quite resilient despite multiple drops, however the extended battery case spoke to me. Couldn't live without it now.
This is the best. Spiegen. Dropped on the street dozens of times. Not a mark know phone
I use a Nillkin case. It's so thin you hardly know it's there but it keeps the scratches away. I haven't dropped it though, not sure how much protection it offers from a height!
This is mine. Stock one.
I have the Google case. I was being fancy when I bought my nexus. I bought the case and the wireless charger which I don't even use
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zagorteney said:
This is mine. Stock one.
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Nice man,it's washable?
Yes. It is washable. But you must take phone out before.
I use a Diztronic clear case that I bought shortly after I got the Nexus 5. After more than a year, the case is pretty dirty and scuffed up, so I imagine without a case the soft painted plastic part of the phone would get fairly scratched up.

Anyone using this phone naked?

I really want to use the phone without a case and just a tgsp.. But I am unsure how scratch resistant it is. I am about to receive a replacement phone from Google as my first had issues. What do you guys use?
Definitely get a screen protector. Just having it in my pockets caused many small screen scratches over time.
As for the phone itself, the beveled metal edges around the screen scratch and dent VERY easily. A slight accidental bump can permanently mess it up pretty badly. The back metal of the phone seems to hold up very nicely, though.
i have no screen protector or case and I wouldnt have it any other way. That being said the edges are a thinner metal then a coke can so it will nick easily
This phone is too slippery to use without a case imo. I use a Spigen Thin Fit to help with grip and I'm happy.
Always wrap your thing!
Using a slickwraps skin. It's much easier to hold without a case because it's less heavy and thinner (due to how long the phone is)
I'm using my phone absolutely naked, have insurance in case something happens to it in lieu of a case.
gman88667733 said:
I really want to use the phone without a case and just a tgsp.. But I am unsure how scratch resistant it is. I am about to receive a replacement phone from Google as my first had issues. What do you guys use?
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I feel the same way however I'd like to keep this phone looking good.. I've gone with the Rhino bumper which is thin, discreet and you can still feel the back of the phone..plus the protection is supposed to be amazing.
The only problem I have now is that the case looks good too so I want to protect that now lol.
30 dollars with shipping, I'm in the UK and it came in under a week. A great case.
All I have on my phone is a dbrand skin. Unfortunately, I had an issue where it dropped a short distance (6 to 12 inches) and landed on a corner and it knicked up that corner near the screen pretty good, but not enough to convince me to buy a case yet... lol Haven't had any problems with any screen scratches or any other cosmetic damages yet.
dladz said:
I feel the same way however I'd like to keep this phone looking good.. I've gone with the Rhino bumper which is thin, discreet and you can still feel the back of the phone..plus the protection is supposed to be amazing.
The only problem I have now is that the case looks good too so I want to protect that now lol.
30 dollars with shipping, I'm in the UK and it came in under a week. A great case.
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I'm in the UK too. Did you get any customs charges or anything? Was it straight from Rhino shields website? Cheers
AzraelsKiss said:
All I have on my phone is a dbrand skin. Unfortunately, I had an issue where it dropped a short distance (6 to 12 inches) and landed on a corner and it knicked up that corner near the screen pretty good, but not enough to convince me to buy a case yet... lol Haven't had any problems with any screen scratches or any other cosmetic damages yet.
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Can you post a picture please?
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gman88667733 said:
I'm in the UK too. Did you get any customs charges or anything? Was it straight from Rhino shields website? Cheers
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Straight from the evo labs website. No restrictions. Here within a week. I did pay p&p but that's expected. About 4 quid I think.
One thing id like to say though, the rear clearance is not 100% the very centre of the back is slightly exposed, the bumper does not offer complete clearance when you push it against a flat surface.
If you don't know what I mean.
Take your phone and slide the back of it along the edge of a surface, say a mantelpiece or a shelf and whilst the start of the case is covered, towards the middle is not..
Not the end of the world but I'd have liked the clearance, ironically, tech 21 always offers this , something to consider.
theROMinator said:
Can you post a picture please?
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Unfortunately, my N6P is my only camera at the moment. I'm sure most people wouldn't even notice the ding from a distance, but every time I run my finger along it, I cry a little inside.
Have a good one!
I have a glass screen protector, a Dbrand black carbon fiber skin for the glass panel on the back, and carry the phone around in a FitBag pouch.
This phone is the first where i must have a case for traction, its soo slippery and i want to hold it casually and treat it like a normal phone. I bet if i had it in my pocket it will just defy gravity and just fly out, would get a skin but seeing how easy it was to bend the bezel with my finger nail, i dont want break it in the first year,
I got one of these, the thinnest case i could find.i know it wont help in a fall but it will help against wear and tear
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/pro...ack-Cover-For-Huawei/1750180_32495581013.html
I've always rocked my phones naked. This time around I'm using a skin. Had a front back skin. Did drop it once too >_<. Thankfully it's just a small dent right above the camera visor. The skin on my phone is slippery so I ordered a more grippier one and took off the front skin because ambient display works better without it.
I have only a d brand frame for the camera.
I have glass screen protector and tried a clear thin case, but am back to no case..just the glass. No problems. I did add a little non-slip round piece to the back..it stays in my pocket just a little better, and totally stops it from sliding off a flat surface.
In and out of pocket all day, I am not real careful about keys or coins and no issues. I have done this with HTC M7,8,9 also with no problems. I hate hiding a good looking phone with an ugly case...and no case I have ever seen enhances the look.
Any one know of a transparant case that is compatible with slickwraps? Bought the galactic series but want some extra protection...
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I think it needs no protector.However,my wife bought an iPely screen protector from Amazon for me.I think it feels perfect.That's great.

Standard case and film

Hi,
I received my and my wife's Mate 9 about 2 weeks ago and I am / we are VERY pleased with it (history: iPhone 3G (just me), HTC Desire, Samsung S3, Samsung S5).
I was happy to notice I received a back cover inside the box and the glass has a protective cover already attached.
I ordered a couple of soft TPU cases from AliExpress (so far received one, which I like a lot more than the hard plastic back cover I got with the Mate 9), it's not perfect, I hope the others are even better when they arrive.
Anyway, I was wondering about the protective cover... did you leave it on and how is it compared to others? (I also ordered a couple on AliExpress, haven't received any yet).
I'm asking because I sometimes find the touch unresponsive and have to press again, I'm wondering if it's the protective film.... maybe it's really only to protect it and you're supposed to remove it when using the phone?
The cover that came with it is great quality, looks really nice but is extremely hard and slippery. I'm looking for a transparent soft case!
ive been using it since i got the phone does the job so far, I agree it is slippery. The screen cover is fine i purchased a tempered glass one still haven't put it on haha maybe im lazy.
I think cases are more of ornament than protection. So, in my opinion, with or without a case doesn't matter, as long as you hold your phone carefully.

Moto Z bumper case

Hello everyone, sorry for opening new thread, but I have question. Do You know where can I find new bumper case (the same like one included with phone or other)? I want to have style shell on back, but I want to protect sides also, because It's hard to handle with phone like with egg for me.
GitaraSiema said:
Hello everyone, sorry for opening new thread, but I have question. Do You know where can I find new bumper case (the same like one included with phone or other)? I want to have style shell on back, but I want to protect sides also, because It's hard to handle with phone like with egg for me.
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Yeah the one included is pretty easily broken and is hard plastic but instead of TPU
Best of the best bumper here:
https://www.incipio.com/cases/smart...roid-cases/moto-z-droid-co-molded-bumper.html
(I own this one)
Other option would be the Verizon Two Tone bumper:
http://www.ebay.com.my/itm/Original...204917?hash=item238c177cf5:g:AbkAAOSwwHFZnMll
Thanks for answer. I have one more question - has anyone this ? IMO it looks terrible, but maybe is possibility of using it as bumper without back
The one from Incipio is the best for protect the phone but only works with the battery mod and the style mods, does not fit with the rest of the mods.
I used the Verizon bumper but it made some scratches arround the phone maybe due to the semi regid plastic, nevertheless it works with all mods (jbl, hasselblad and proyector.
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It works also with the 1st Gen speaker (sometimes minor misalignment with the buttons) and if you're keen - I've put the turbo power mod also (with it the buttons are hard to press but I use the fingerprint for power on \off and Bluetooth for audio, so I don't really care )
I would like to ask those that bought it how is the bumper case faring for them?
Mine broke at the bottom (the USB cutout is after all the weakest park of it ) in less than 6 months. I swap mods a couple of times a day though ...
apocalypse_bg said:
I would like to ask those that bought it how is the bumper case faring for them?
Mine broke at the bottom (the USB cutout is after all the weakest park of it ) in less than 6 months. I swap mods a couple of times a day though ...
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About 7 months on mine. Incipio was kind enough to ship a replacement.
I love the Moto Z but it's the slipperiest phone I've ever seen. I had an otterbox for my Moto X but the otterbox for the Moto Z doesn't line up properly. I have the basic model. Any suggestions?
I'm also having a problem finding screen shields, I've taken to buying the ones made for the Moto Z Force, close enough.
Sus3an said:
I love the Moto Z but it's the slipperiest phone I've ever seen. I had an otterbox for my Moto X but the otterbox for the Moto Z doesn't line up properly. I have the basic model. Any suggestions?
I'm also having a problem finding screen shields, I've taken to buying the ones made for the Moto Z Force, close enough.
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I buy my screen protectors ( tempered glass ones ) on Aliexpress and these fit perfectly ( no bubbles since they cover only the screen portion of the front width and not the curved glass ). They're brutally cheap when compared to 20$+ protectors and they're quite scratch-proof too.
As for cases, I also got a "carbon fiber" one on Aliexpress.
With those two the phone hit various floors several times without dying ( one screen protector cracked once ).
Here's the link to the screen protector:
http://s.aliexpress.com/B3MNRzU7?fromSns
I got a verizon bumper case on ebay and a black carbon fiber skin from dbrand, also a red carbon fiber skin protecting the camera lens.
https://dbrand.com/shop/moto-z-skins
Makes the z look pretty cool

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