Will a loose Samsung Galaxy S7 home button affect its water resistance ? - Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers

today i was cleaning my Samsung Galaxy S7 ' s screen with a cloth then i noticed that the home button seemed to slide a little bit in its groove vertically , but it doesn't effect usability at all . but will this affect its water resistant capabilities ?
please answer me i am a little bit paranoid :silly:

My power button is wobbly. Also one of the volume rocker. I was out there in the pool yesterday and tossed it. Pretty stupid but I'm glad my phone didn't die on me. So I guess the only way to find out is to test it.

amerhaber said:
today i was cleaning my Samsung Galaxy S7 ' s screen with a cloth then i noticed that the home button seemed to slide a little bit in its groove vertically , but it doesn't effect usability at all . but will this affect its water resistant capabilities ?
please answer me i am a little bit paranoid :silly:
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I don't think so. Do you have a picture of it? Then we can maybe see how much it's slide now.

Considering how common a 'wobbly' home button is, I don't think there's anything to worry about. There's a lot of adhesive around the inner part of home button which effectively keeps the water from seeping into the phone and that should keep your phone water resistant, even if there's a tiny bit of play between your home button and screen glass.
JerryRigEverything shows this adhesive in his Note 7 teardown around 5:45 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiksU8Afr-4

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P3600 Full Body InvisibleShield finally available

Figures they'd come out with it a week before I'm thinking of picking up an Imate Ultimate 8150. But it's out for those of you interested link below.
P3600 Full Body Invisible Shield
http://www.shieldzone.com/item_description/HTCP3600I.html
Nice!! It's listed for the P3600i, but I guess it's exactly the same as the P3600.
Anybody tried it already?? Better than a regular silicon cover?
How does this work?
If it is stretched all over the PDA, how is it joined/sealed? What about removing the batter cover or using the thumb wheel? Is it fixed like cling-film?
Also, the screen is recessed from the surround so if it is stretched around the housing and screen, then there would seem to be a gap between the screen and this cover, so what will the sensitivity of the screen be like?
PaulusUK said:
How does this work?
If it is stretched all over the PDA, how is it joined/sealed? What about removing the batter cover or using the thumb wheel? Is it fixed like cling-film?
Also, the screen is recessed from the surround so if it is stretched around the housing and screen, then there would seem to be a gap between the screen and this cover, so what will the sensitivity of the screen be like?
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If you followed the link and watched the installation video showing it being applied to an ipod you wouldn't have asked.........suggest you try that first.
Andych said:
If you followed the link and watched the installation video showing it being applied to an ipod you wouldn't have asked.........suggest you try that first.
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looks like it would be a least 3 pieces - one for the screen, then one for the keys, and one for the back - which does not protect the sides. And the video doesn't show how it fits on the phone, it shows how it fits on the front of a ipod - so don't be a smart a*s. He was asking how it fits on this phone not an ipod dumb a*s.
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looks like it would be a least 3 pieces - one for the screen, then one for the keys, and one for the back - which does not protect the sides. And the video doesn't show how it fits on the phone, it shows how it fits on the front of a ipod - so don't be a smart a*s. He was asking how it fits on this phone not an ipod dumb a*s.
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Get life....yes the clip shows it being fitted to an ipod......if you gothered to watch the clip you would have seen that the piece for the back also does the sides as they wrap around.....apart from the size etc the actual method of applying this will be the same.
Next time smart a*s do your homework rather than mouthing off.
Oh yes all my questions answered if only I had watched the ipod video.
Now All I need is an m700 that is exactly the same shape as an ipod, with all the buttons in the same place, with a flush screen, and well, all very ipodish, and then it will all be clear.
So this will be no more than a screen protector on the PDA. It will not protect the buttons or lower raised section of the housing. Also won't protect the sides (too many buttons), and it seems that the tight curves will be a problem for this cover. I can see this peeling off the m700 in a very short time
If you know so much about it, then can you explain how it will work with a recessed screen? Will I be able to tap it all over with a key and not damage the phone, and if I throw it in a box of coins, will all the phone be safe from scratches and chips - just like the ipod?
PaulusUK said:
Oh yes all my questions answered if only I had watched the ipod video.
Now All I need is an m700 that is exactly the same shape as an ipod, with all the buttons in the same place, with a flush screen, and well, all very ipodish, and then it will all be clear.
So this will be no more than a screen protector on the PDA. It will not protect the buttons or lower raised section of the housing. Also won't protect the sides (too many buttons), and it seems that the tight curves will be a problem for this cover. I can see this peeling off the m700 in a very short time
If you know so much about it, then can you explain how it will work with a recessed screen? Will I be able to tap it all over with a key and not damage the phone, and if I throw it in a box of coins, will all the phone be safe from scratches and chips - just like the ipod?
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Lets get this straight....I haven't used this product...however when I saw the "link" I went to the manufacturers site to get a better understanding of it....
I watched the video and while it was of it being fitted to an ipod I got a basic understanding of how it could be fitted to a P3600i.
I didn't think it was "cling wrap", I understood that there would be several sections involved....including one for the recessed screen (yes, just like a normal screen protector) and I too would be skeptical of it protecting all parts of the phone.
There is a tendency in these forums for people to not search out information but to ask seemingly dumb questions.....
As this product is new for this model....why not just ask if anyone has tried it or ask the manufacturer for more information.....or is that too hard to do????
NOT FULL BODY...JUST SCREEN ONLY
The site says full body not Screen only, that's a separate option...
I would really like to know if and how exactly this works on 3600.
I actually have silicon case and screen protector for mine, but this would make it considerably smaller...
Bought and use the InvisibleShield
Folks,
I bought it and had it send to Holland. Took about 1 to 2 weeks but ok I am not in a hurry.
The full body covers basically all the shiny black plastic plus the screen. The rest (middles of the sides and the front keys) are not covered. Also offcourse the camera, speakers etc are not covered. However, and this is probably the difference between P3600 and P3600i the front camara is covered by the shield blurring the image. Now I have already put it on the camera but the next time I would use a hole puncher to add the extra hole. I probably will use a sharp hobby knife to cut an extra hole (on the other hand I never use video conferencing).
The plastic is more stronger and thicker then normal screen protectors. Haven't tried to scratch it on pupose and guess what I am not going to do it. If a scratch forms by accident I will mention it here.
The screen takes some getting used to with the new cover. The plastic does not "slide" as easy as the original screen protector or the screen itself. Maybe this is just in the first period.
The application process it pretty easy if you just take the time. Takes about 30 minutes if you do it slowly. Only 2 minor bubbles on the back but those are not really an issue, the rest is perfect.
Hey for 20 euro's I think it is a good deal. No horrible rubber case or GPS blocking metal case for me anymore. Only downside is that if the phone is dropped now there is no protection. This is only against scratches.
Lifetime guarantee so lets see how often I have to send it back.
All in all recommended so far (but that is just after 1 day of use)
I want to see it
Post a picture please
Isn't it invisible?..
See the invisible sheet
Well actually it is quit difficult to see but here are some picures. The picture from the side shows you some edges.
Edges
The edges that you can see in the pic don't seem to line up perfectly, how were the dimensions on the rest of the edges?
i've been thinkin of getting one of these since i saw them for ipods but that messy edge is scaring me away a little, also how are you finding the screen protector after a little more use?
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Well the edges are more because of my talent I think. The reason why I showed you this is because at least you can see something. For the rest it alligns perfectly.
After using it for a while it still seems a great product. I accidentaly dropped the thing but no scratch at all. What you do notice is the slightly more pressure you need when using the stylo. Also the screen protector is not as smooth as the original screen making the sliding a little more difficult. Also the plastic sticks to your ear while calling. But all in all still recommended.
I just put it onto the white one...
...and it is invisible. You can see it only on buttons' silver surrounding, on white parts only the edges are visible if you try really hard. I haven't got a good enough camera to show it, sorry.
It has a sticky feeling about it (maybe needs to dry more?). I don't like it on the screen - feels sticky and thick. I'd say use a decent screen protector instead.
It came WITH the cut-out for a camera (it's 3600i shield, I've got 3600), so it fits like a glove.
Oh, it's not a stress-free, low pressure 15 minutes application like they advertise it. It's fekkin pain in the ar$e one hour job, you're swetting your ar$e off. And - I guess - you can never get it perfect at the end. There will always be a bubble or misaligned edge somewhere (or is it me?).
Long term use review to follow.
sabestian said:
...and it is invisible. You can see it only on buttons' silver surrounding, on white parts only the edges are visible if you try really hard. I haven't got a good enough camera to show it, sorry.
It has a sticky feeling about it (maybe needs to dry more?). I don't like it on the screen - feels sticky and thick. I'd say use a decent screen protector instead.
It came WITH the cut-out for a camera (it's 3600i shield, I've got 3600), so it fits like a glove.
Oh, it's not a stress-free, low pressure 15 minutes application like they advertise it. It's fekkin pain in the ar$e one hour job, you're swetting your ar$e off. And - I guess - you can never get it perfect at the end. There will always be a bubble or misaligned edge somewhere (or is it me?).
Long term use review to follow.
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Any update to report? I'm thinking about buying one and would like your oppinion since you've now had it for a while.
Dimitri- said:
Folks,
I bought it and had it send to Holland. Took about 1 to 2 weeks but ok I am not in a hurry.
The full body covers basically all the shiny black plastic plus the screen. The rest (middles of the sides and the front keys) are not covered. Also offcourse the camera, speakers etc are not covered. However, and this is probably the difference between P3600 and P3600i the front camara is covered by the shield blurring the image. Now I have already put it on the camera but the next time I would use a hole puncher to add the extra hole. I probably will use a sharp hobby knife to cut an extra hole (on the other hand I never use video conferencing).
The plastic is more stronger and thicker then normal screen protectors. Haven't tried to scratch it on pupose and guess what I am not going to do it. If a scratch forms by accident I will mention it here.
The screen takes some getting used to with the new cover. The plastic does not "slide" as easy as the original screen protector or the screen itself. Maybe this is just in the first period.
The application process it pretty easy if you just take the time. Takes about 30 minutes if you do it slowly. Only 2 minor bubbles on the back but those are not really an issue, the rest is perfect.
Hey for 20 euro's I think it is a good deal. No horrible rubber case or GPS blocking metal case for me anymore. Only downside is that if the phone is dropped now there is no protection. This is only against scratches.
Lifetime guarantee so lets see how often I have to send it back.
All in all recommended so far (but that is just after 1 day of use)
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Same question for you... Any updates? Thank you...
Definately recommended
After using it a few months I still think it is definately worth the few euro's. Ok it sticks a bit when calling for a long time and I think I even managed to get a small scratch on it but I sort of abuse the fact that I have the shield. Store it with keys, never use a case etc.
No I have bought some useless accessoires such as aluminium case (blocks GPS) and the remote for mediaplayer but the shield I would really recommend.
Cheers,
Dimitri.

Scratches on bezel

hello i seem to have scratches on the top bezel where the volume button is is there any solution t remove them
huzi7868 said:
hello i seem to have scratches on the top bezel where the volume button is is there any solution t remove them
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Can you post a photo for us to see what you are dealing with??
Till we see the photo's have you heard of Rub 'N Buff? Its a Wax Metallic Finish for Crafts, most hobby shops and art supply stores carry it as well as Joann fabrics. Go here to learn more http://rub.n.buff.product.info/
Sometimes it is better to just leave well enough alone, the attempt to fix the issue may just make it looks worse.
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Just know that wear and tear are normal for electronic devices... you can either buy a new housing...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Housing-cov...K_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item25810a372e
and/or get a cover that super-protect it like otterbox.

Note 3 Frame Mod

Ever wanted to know what a Note 3 would like without the quasi chrome frame ?
It would look something like this...​
I used wet and dry paper left over from my daughter sanding the bonnet of her car so I have no idea what grit it was. I simply took the battery cover off, I even left the battery in and the phone on as I was waiting for an important call.
The cheap screen protector has some great looking scratches on it. They weren't too deep so I've left it on until I can be bothered attempting to put on a new one.
Something to note, don't sand the buttons. I was doing this while having a cigarette outside and didn't realise I'd almost sanded the power button smooth (still works). I haven't got around to doing anything with the s pen yet, it's still quasi chrome with a chunk out of the end ... I will eventually post some extra pics when I have the time to use something with a finer grit and may even give it a coat of spray paint and clear coat (I'd have to remove the buttons first) It may be a month before I have the time to do this.
o0o.paw said:
Ever wanted to know what a Note 3 would like without the quasi chrome frame ?
It would look something like this...​
I used wet and dry paper left over from my daughter sanding the bonnet of her car so I have no idea what grit it was. I simply took the battery cover off, I even left the battery in and the phone on as I was waiting for an important call.
The cheap screen protector has some great looking scratches on it. They weren't too deep so I've left it on until I can be bothered attempting to put on a new one.
Something to note, don't sand the buttons. I was doing this while having a cigarette outside and didn't realise I'd almost sanded the power button smooth (still works). I haven't got around to doing anything with the s pen yet, it's still quasi chrome with a chunk out of the end ... I will eventually post some extra pics when I have the time to use something with a finer grit and may even give it a coat of spray paint and clear coat (I'd have to remove the buttons first) It may be a month before I have the time to do this.
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this looks nice :thumbup:
I'll try it too.
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I sanded the frame as there were about 6 spots where the chrome had been chipped off leaving just the black undercoat... there were also a few dents in the frame (and a spot near the s pen where it had taken a large chunk out of the corner).
You probably wouldn't want to do this if your Note 3 was in pristine condition, I was just sick of it looking so crap.
I did this to my Note 1 due to the ugly paint peel and now my Note 3 having the same problem. I applied some car wax for a shiny finish.
How long you sand until you reach a smooth finish since the Note 3 frame got some pattern on it.
My note 3 never leaves its Otterbox, so something like this would never even cross my mind. Plus, I think I'd be too afraid to take sandpaper to my phone lol.
Anyway, it looks pretty good from the pictures!
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Edit: I have tinkered with my S-Pen a bit, so let me give you some advice, in case you decide to: Be very careful with the button. It's very, very thin. The first time I took it apart, I thought I was being careful enough with it, and ended up breaking the button in half and had to order an entirely new S-Pen....
GeneralMeow said:
I did this to my Note 1 due to the ugly paint peel and now my Note 3 having the same problem. I applied some car wax for a shiny finish.
How long you sand until you reach a smooth finish since the Note 3 frame got some pattern on it.
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You can sand it until the ribbed chrome is gone. I used a cork sanding block I had laying around (cost about $2 from the local hardware store) to make sure It was semi even.
When your phone is dropped as much as mine was you'll note that the when the chrome is chipped it will be black underneath. I kept sanding until it is smooth and the black coating was gone.
Working around the buttons is a bit difficult. You'll notice in the picture that I scratched up the volume button accidentally. I wasn't being really careful as I figured the phone couldn't look any worse.
I'll order some new buttons and a white camera lens then strip the phone down and spray paint it white with some clear coat when I get the chance. I have 18 days to find somewhere new for my kids and I to live Gotta figure that out first unfortunately.

[Q] Anyone else have a wobbly/loose home button?

Anyone else have a somewhat wobbly phone button? Mine just doesn't feel very study, and I can wiggle it if I want to. It's so mildly irritating that it's driving the perfectionist in me insane.
Thinking about getting a replacement.
Mine a little wobbly and if you shake phone it rattles a bit don't know if this is normal
BABABANG said:
Anyone else have a somewhat wobbly phone button? Mine just doesn't feel very study, and I can wiggle it if I want to. It's so mildly irritating that it's driving the perfectionist in me insane.
Thinking about getting a replacement.
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Every one I've seen is the same so I'm guessing its normal
No it shouldn't be, unfortunately it is. Most devices have this problem, mine has too. I have seen another S6 that had not the Problem, but chances to get a S6 with perfect homebutton is probably very low now.
Mines not lose or rattles
This s6 is turning into a nightmare for me loose button screen brighter at the bottom than the top on dark screens shame really such a great phone
My GS6 flat in white has this issue too. The left side of the home button rattles a little when tapped on it. Is it normal?
Is there a video showing the wobble?
There's the exact same amount of movement on both my wife's and my S6. But I'm not certain how much of a wobble is considered a defect. How much wobble is too much wobble? When you hear a noise upon pressing or moving around the device?
I think the home button needs to have a slight wobble to help form to the finger for the fingerprint scanner. If it was so stiff with no wobble or movement, then you user would need to adjust slightly more their finger to get the print just right. But I'm thinking it was designed to have a slight wobble so that it will help conform and read the fingerprint better. Of course I could be wrong, and just speculating.
I'd still be curious to see someone's S6 homebutton wobble. I'd like to compare my wobble with your wobble.
My white s6 has a loose home button also. I had an edge for a little while so could compare the two. The one on my s6 is loose in comparison. By this I mean if you lightly tap it you can hear it...didn't have this on the edge. I've also noticed that on some occasions when I go to wake the phone up the first press on the home button does not always register.
pnr2020 said:
Mine a little wobbly and if you shake phone it rattles a bit don't know if this is normal
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i've just noticed the same rattling sound ? it doesn't really bother me that much but you could always try to get a replacement from your carrier
JDM9499 said:
Is there a video showing the wobble?
There's the exact same amount of movement on both my wife's and my S6. But I'm not certain how much of a wobble is considered a defect. How much wobble is too much wobble? When you hear a noise upon pressing or moving around the device?
I think the home button needs to have a slight wobble to help form to the finger for the fingerprint scanner. If it was so stiff with no wobble or movement, then you user would need to adjust slightly more their finger to get the print just right. But I'm thinking it was designed to have a slight wobble so that it will help conform and read the fingerprint better. Of course I could be wrong, and just speculating.
I'd still be curious to see someone's S6 homebutton wobble. I'd like to compare my wobble with your wobble.
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This is happening to me as well. It really bothers me, I've checked with Note 4 and SGs5, the home button is firm. It doesn't soppuse to be loose as there are many S6 with a firm home button.
Here is a video - m.youtube. com/watch?v=Y5FoWeDGQZ4[/url]
hpsauce37 said:
My white s6 has a loose home button also. I had an edge for a little while so could compare the two. The one on my s6 is loose in comparison. By this I mean if you lightly tap it you can hear it...didn't have this on the edge. I've also noticed that on some occasions when I go to wake the phone up the first press on the home button does not always register.
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I returned 2 Galaxy S6 already... 1st had bad signal second had awful home button felt so cheap.
. Im on my 3rd now it's better but I think the rattle is starting to come back... Also when waking the phone with home button first press does nothing... Very strange
I think the wobbling is because of the fingerprint scanner but I don't remember it on the other S6's I had. I did try some in the store and it seemed the same. I'm hoping it's normal.
I have the same issue
I also have the issue. There isn't any wobble on my girlfriends edge, it feels rock solid, it's also a little more extruded from the device.
Very very slight movement but nothing to shout home about!
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Very very slight movement but nothing to shout home about!
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My GS6 has wobbly button, but my brother has AT&T GS6 edge and his button is sturdy. So generally speaking my GS6 has defective home button
So, it is worth to replace it, or the chance to get a perfect one is very little?

Build Quality (Front screen)

Hi guys, please see pictures. Is this normal?
There's a tiny gap between my top side of the screen and the frame (fits 2 lotto papers easily.)
It is annoying because the bottom side is perfect; the back side is also perfect.
Any body has this problem?
Hey, well i was curios too, .... for me the top is very very tight , close and no gap , no paper is going in.
But for the bottom is not, easy enter a papper in the gap , and you can see it .
I'm not concern about the bottom beacuse i will NOT put it in water !
Check my pictures ( recomend use , and google plus classic , for zoom
https://plus.google.com/photos/113360088344058276817/albums/6369905804234775025
Wasn't this answered elsewhere, in that the gap is deliberate to allow for expansions and contractions in temperature? We may need to be careful not to become too paranoid with the design, as some will gratuitously return the handsets which may raise the bar for those with a genuine warranty claim. If it's a waterproofing concern, I don't think we're supposed to be submerging the handsets, which are more water resistant than waterproof as I understand it. Apologies if this sounds a bit "preachy" and feel free to correct me if I'm way off here......
On my unit the top, bottom and the left side of the screen/frame connection are tight, but the right side where the power button is does have sligthly bigger gap, very tiny difference.
I'm sure if the phone passes the pressure test, it shouldn't be a concern about it beeing water resistant.
If it doesn't pass the pressure test, take it to service and demand a new one.
But If you go to a dealer and look at other phones on a store display you'll see they all have this tiny gap somwhere, not each on the same place, so I guess it's there for a reason and there's a tolerance for it.
As I said, if it passes pressure test, don't worry about it and don't try to adjust it or re-glue it or something.
I have the same gap on the bottom edge. Washed my phone many times, took showers with it. I dont have any issues.
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I have the same gap on the bottom edge. Washed my phone many times, took showers with it. I dont have any issues.
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One has to ask, why?? All you need to do is wipe your phone with a cloth dampened with anti-bacterial spray. These phones are water resistant, not waterproof.
sunking101 said:
One has to ask, why?? All you need to do is wipe your phone with a cloth dampened with anti-bacterial spray. These phones are water resistant, not waterproof.
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You are right. I was irresponsible. Always wanted to do it though

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