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BSE Skin for Nexus One now shipping!

Just though I'd let you know that Bestskinsever.com is now shipping their skin for the Nexus One. Just ordered one for mine.
http://www.bestskinsever.com/servlet/the-176/Google-Nexus-One-Skin/Detail

Have you received your protector yet? How is it?

Greenarcher707™ said:
Have you received your protector yet? How is it?
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Hello fellow Lasallian.
This is a long shot but, do you have an idea if accessories are available in our country?

i got my screen protector yesterday but failed to read the application instructions prior to me peeling off the stickers and putting them on my phone. I wasted 8 bucks. Make sure to read how to do it first.

I got mine yesterday, and applied it yesterday. Looks awesome, it was a bit annoying to put on, but it looks all shiny. Feels kinda different compared to the other BSE I've had in the past though.

I got mine and it wasn't that hard to put it on if you go slowly and followed the directions. What I don't like about it is that it doesn't seem to actually fit exactly the phone where there are gaps between the pieces...ie the back has 3 pieces. If you don't mind it then it seem to be pretty good. There is a slight grip to it
Got the Phantom Skin and I like it better now because it has larger pieces and few pieces.

man oh man is the BSE full body skin nice! i applied it 2 nights ago. i Kind of messed up on the bottom part. alil irritating but aside from that. It took me a good hour to apply the skin. All parts fit perfect ( wish i had a cam to take pix). I must say that by the looks at the skinomi, its no comparison. BSE covers the whole phone with barely any spaces. the bottom end towards the phone, the skin wraps around ( one whole piece) compared to skinomi's bottom end 2 piece.
I must find a way to take pix for better understanding. will post soon!

I got mine yesterday, followed the instructions to a "T" and it just didn't want to seem to stay in place. I was also dissappointed with the fit of it. I wish it would've covered the entire screen perfectly. I'm going to get one of those static ones...

archboy69 said:
I got mine and it wasn't that hard to put it on if you go slowly and followed the directions. What I don't like about it is that it doesn't seem to actually fit exactly the phone where there are gaps between the pieces...ie the back has 3 pieces. If you don't mind it then it seem to be pretty good. There is a slight grip to it
Got the Phantom Skin and I like it better now because it has larger pieces and few pieces.
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I got the Phantom Skinz screen protector... it doesn't fit the screen properly either man. It's too f-ing short.

uansari1 said:
I got the Phantom Skinz screen protector... it doesn't fit the screen properly either man. It's too f-ing short.
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Iono guys.... but the BSE screen skin fits just right. not short. If anything, its near perfect.

dabido said:
Iono guys.... but the BSE screen skin fits just right. not short. If anything, its near perfect.
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Can you take a couple of pics and post them up? Close ups so we can see how well it's cut?
Thanks!

uansari1 said:
Can you take a couple of pics and post them up? Close ups so we can see how well it's cut?
Thanks!
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Second this ^
BSE is the only skin protector site that won't post the cutout diagram!
I'm particularly interested in how the corners are handled.

I'm only interested in the screen protector, personally. I can't believe that PS cut it short all around.

i just finished putting on my BSE for nexus one, it looks pretty good. The cutouts are also pretty good, and fit well. Just take your time when applying.

Just received and put on my skin from BSE. Only got the screen protector though, but it does seem to come a bit short.
I took some pictures so that you can see just the screen protector is like. I just applied this so it has not dried yet, so it's still has some bubbles from the soap.
I will resize the images if people wish.
Here is just the top where it comes out a bit short. (Can't post links for being a new user. Just take out the space in the link.)
http ://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g234/namoue/phone/IMAG0040.jpg
An all around shot:
http ://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g234/namoue/phone/IMAG0041.jpg
Top and mid shot:
http: //i57.photobucket.com/albums/g234/namoue/phone/IMAG0043.jpg
Bottom shot:
http ://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g234/namoue/phone/IMAG0044.jpg

omgdaniel said:
Just received and put on my skin from BSE. Only got the screen protector though, but it does seem to come a bit short.
I took some pictures so that you can see just the screen protector is like. I just applied this so it has not dried yet, so it's still has some bubbles from the soap.
I will resize the images if people wish.
Here is just the top where it comes out a bit short. (Can't post links for being a new user. Just take out the space in the link.)
http ://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g234/namoue/phone/IMAG0040.jpg
An all around shot:
http ://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g234/namoue/phone/IMAG0041.jpg
Top and mid shot:
http: //i57.photobucket.com/albums/g234/namoue/phone/IMAG0043.jpg
Bottom shot:
http ://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g234/namoue/phone/IMAG0044.jpg
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Thanks for the pics man... yeah, it looks just like the PhantomSkinz. Short on the top, and in your second or third pic, it looked like it was a little short on the side, no?
I wonder if all these companies are copying off each other and all screwing up.

uansari1 said:
Thanks for the pics man... yeah, it looks just like the PhantomSkinz. Short on the top, and in your second or third pic, it looked like it was a little short on the side, no?
I wonder if all these companies are copying off each other and all screwing up.
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Actually after you pointed it out, it is short on the sides a bit. I can take some more pics if you're interested.

No need, but thanks again man. The search for a real full screen protector continues.

FACK
I wonder if you get a full body skin, it would have correct dimensions? What are the chances of that?...

Paul22000 said:
FACK
I wonder if you get a full body skin, it would have correct dimensions? What are the chances of that?...
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Slim to none man. The screen protector will be the same in either kit. If it doesn't fit properly, call and complain. Frankly, unless enough people complain, none of these companies will fix it.

Case mate release the Pop Case to DHD!

very competitive with otterbox, but with grat designing
https://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Desire-HD/Case-Mate-HTC-Desire-HD-Pop-Case.asp

Nice I need to order

Looks very nice indeed! Might have to get one too, to interchange with my Otterbox case.
Though ive got a slight worry that glossy black will scratch like a motherducker in no time.
If anyone gets one can you post some pictures and maybe a video too? Curious to see what that plastic is like. Cheers!

I was gonna go for a casemate tough, but I think I might wait for this, looks very nice.

Just pre-ordered one from here:
http://www.htcdirect.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_12_80&products_id=978
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

the back looks great, but too chunky around the screen...

panyan said:
the back looks great, but too chunky around the screen...
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agree but there is no alternative better

I ordered mine two days ago. It should be here tomorrow. I'll post a review then.

bobbyphoenix said:
I ordered mine two days ago. It should be here tomorrow. I'll post a review then.
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Sounds great, be sure to take lots of pictures.

Results are in!
Got it on, and loving it! Extremely perfect fit. 100% top quality. It's all one piece, so getting it on is a bugger, but once it's on, you can't tell it's a case unless you know what the phone looks like without it. The light gray part is very soft, and very comfortable to hold. It does not add extra bulk when holding it, but just enough, so now it rest better in my palm. The glossy hard black part makes it look so sexy. Overall a great feeling case. The buttons are the easiest to push now. Even though they stick out ever so slightly they don't look out of place like the OtterBox commuter case. They have a dimple on the inside also which helps press the buttons on the phone, so you no longer need to press firmly, but just a gentle press works fine, but not so gentle that you would press it by mistake. The rubber around the screen is a great fit. It goes all the way to the glass, so you no longer have that aluminum edge there. All in all a great case. I highly recommend it.

bobbyphoenix said:
Got it on, and loving it! Extremely perfect fit. 100% top quality. It's all one piece, so getting it on is a bugger, but once it's on, you can't tell it's a case unless you know what the phone looks like without it. The light gray part is very soft, and very comfortable to hold. It does not add extra bulk when holding it, but just enough, so now it rest better in my palm. The glossy hard black part makes it look so sexy. Overall a great feeling case. The buttons are the easiest to push now. Even though they stick out ever so slightly they don't look out of place like the OtterBox commuter case. They have a dimple on the inside also which helps press the buttons on the phone, so you no longer need to press firmly, but just a gentle press works fine, but not so gentle that you would press it by mistake. The rubber around the screen is a great fit. It goes all the way to the glass, so you no longer have that aluminum edge there. All in all a great case. I highly recommend it.
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Does the edge of the camera lens protude from the case? Can't tell from the pictures.

PeatCoal said:
Does the edge of the camera lens protude from the case? Can't tell from the pictures.
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Nope. The lens is slightly inside the case. The entire phone lies perfectly flat. Actually the shinny black back doesn't even touch the surface when it's on its back, so that won't get scratched by sliding the phone on a table or anything. The soft gray side grips are slightly raised from the case, so the middle is actually off the ground (I tried taking a pic of that, but it just looks like it's sitting flush, so I didn't add those).

bobbyphoenix said:
Nope. The lens is slightly inside the case. The entire phone lies perfectly flat. Actually the shinny black back doesn't even touch the surface when it's on its back, so that won't get scratched by sliding the phone on a table or anything. The soft gray side grips are slightly raised from the case, so the middle is actually off the ground (I tried taking a pic of that, but it just looks like it's sitting flush, so I didn't add those).
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Thanks, that's really helpful. Still undecided between this and the case-mate tough though. Wonder if there's anyone who's tried both.

PeatCoal said:
Thanks, that's really helpful. Still undecided between this and the case-mate tough though. Wonder if there's anyone who's tried both.
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Well as luck would have it I have one of those on the way too. I'll do the same kind of review when that one comes in. Can you tell I love cases?

bobbyphoenix said:
Can you tell I love cases?
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..nope
I look forward to it

Nice review ordered mine too just now.
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

So, the thing is a ***** to fit into initially.
Will it give way after a while so you can get it in and out easily, or is it some hard plastic that won't yield or wear down? Do you guys who own one see any way of modifying it for quicker removal?
I'd really like a case but I do not want to lose the ability to use my device for satnav, and I already have the Brodit cradle mounted....

psych0t1c said:
So, the thing is a ***** to fit into initially.
Will it give way after a while so you can get it in and out easily, or is it some hard plastic that won't yield or wear down? Do you guys who own one see any way of modifying it for quicker removal?
I'd really like a case but I do not want to lose the ability to use my device for satnav, and I already have the Brodit cradle mounted....
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The shinny black part is very hard plastic, and since the very soft gray part is fused to it, it is really really hard to get in and out. I almost feel like if I push any harder I'm going to break one or the other, but the soft part is just soft enough to get it in there. I don't see how it could get easier over time. It's one of those cases that once it's on, it's on for a long long time. Compared to the OtterBox Commuter case that one seems like it can fall off, and the Pop case seems like it was actually made into the phone, and not to come off without a struggle, but if I had to make a choice I would pick the Pop case 100% of the time. Again if you compare them side by side the OtterBox looks like it was made for a kid to play with, and the Case-Mate one that you buy tickets to see it in a museum. It is that good!

Thanks a lot for the quick reply mate. I was thinking that maybe one could cut or file down one of the plastic ridges that snap into place around the screen to hold the device.
I done that ages ago on a case for a XDA mini, and it worked quite nicely but obviously there is a thin line between making the in and out easier and making the case unusable by cutting in too far...
Again thanks for your input...
...this chunk of zeroes and ones has been generated by flashing a 400 Watt halogen bulb into the open fibres of a transcontinental communications cable...

Thank you for good products to introduce.

Keyboard protector

I'm looking for a 'screen protector' for the keyboard. Similar to what comes on the phone when they are new.
I haven't been able to find any online, does anyone know of one available?

There's isn't really a keyboard protector out there. There's only a rubber case that includes a rubber case for the keyboard.
I ordered myself one of these,
http://cgi.ebay.com/White-Silicone-...151471?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item255fdda62f
I recommend the light colors so you'll be able to see the keyboard and know what you're pressing. I made the mistake of buying the black one and I can't even see what I'm typing in light. Only when its dark you'll see the keyboards black light.

I am thinking about making my own template for a keyboard cover that will cover the exposed areas around the edges of the keyboard as well as in between each key... in fact, now that I've read this, I'm going to start working on it right now.
if I get something worked out that is functional, I'm not opposed to loaning you my template so you can create your own custom cover. I'm planning on making it a one piece template and using one of the ZAGG screen-cover blanks that you can buy from office supply stores for simplicity's sake.
if it works, I'll post a write-up.

Wont this result in a less haptic keyboard?
I mean, this Phone is bought because of the nice keyboard and when you put something over it, it isnt as good as before?!

the silicon "cover" would, in my opinion, make the keyboard less usable, but a thin strip of film won't affect its function.
to each his own!

I've still got the factory one on mine, but it is barely hanging on so thought i'd replace it. Will make a perfect template hopefully.
Whats the best way to cut it out?

elliott2705 said:
I've still got the factory one on mine, but it is barely hanging on so thought i'd replace it. Will make a perfect template hopefully.
Whats the best way to cut it out?
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you lucky dog!! I have been using tissue paper and drawing it with a pencil, haha.
since you already have a perfect template, I would just use a craft knife of some sort. a steady hand and some patience should yield a pretty decent template.
I'm using something similar to this

i can scan it in if you'd like and post it up, might save you some time?

pmcqueen said:
you lucky dog!! I have been using tissue paper and drawing it with a pencil, haha.
since you already have a perfect template, I would just use a craft knife of some sort. a steady hand and some patience should yield a pretty decent template.
I'm using something similar to this
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Lol why would you waste your time doing that. You could just buy a silicone case that has the keyboard cover and use that template! Unless you're too cheap to buy one

Chinam4n said:
Lol why would you waste your time doing that. You could just buy a silicone case that has the keyboard cover and use that template! Unless you're too cheap to buy one
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I guess I could do that, but then I have to wait for it to ship, and then I have a silicon case that I don't want. just seems wasteful, and I'm not a wasteful person. good idea for others who want to try and do the same thing though.
elliott2705 said:
i can scan it in if you'd like and post it up, might save you some time?
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that would be much appreciated. if you get the chance, by all means, I'll use it. otherwise, I'll be spending a bit of my Saturday doing some hardcore tracing.. which is fine with me too.

Chinam4n said:
There's isn't really a keyboard protector out there. There's only a rubber case that includes a rubber case for the keyboard.
I ordered myself one of these,
http://cgi.ebay.com/White-Silicone-...151471?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item255fdda62f
I recommend the light colors so you'll be able to see the keyboard and know what you're pressing. I made the mistake of buying the black one and I can't even see what I'm typing in light. Only when its dark you'll see the keyboards black light.
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I have been looking for one without any hard material one it. Is there one without a keyboard cover?

Replacement phone slider

My phone broke and I just received a replacement . I will skip the horror story with that process. Suffice to say I don't want to go through that again but the replacement phone has a real loss slide which opens too easily and won't stay open when in landscape and using the keyboard.
I live a an hour from a repair store and was wondering if this is an adjustment that can be made in the store...I don't want to have to get a replacement,

Put a protective case on it. Wont slide as easily. The black one sprint sells is good.

trsix said:
Put a protective case on it. Wont slide as easily. The black one sprint sells is good.
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That's actually a good idea . Because the alternative involves opening up the phone, and tightening down the tabs. Not a fun task . Also time consuming.

prboy1969 said:
That's actually a good idea . Because the alternative involves opening up the phone, and tightening down the tabs. Not a fun task . Also time consuming.
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I was wondering if it was possible to easily tighten the keyboard up, but I guess not. Slider's are the only phones I haven't taken apart and fixed, I'm too scared that I'm gonna ruin it and have two parts and no phone lol.. Still waiting on another case from Amazon, until then guess I'll have to hold it horizontal to use the keyboard.

Best Buy also has a clear acrylic case that I've been using that works really well. I like it more than other cases because the top part has a solid line "tab" all the way across instead of the two small ones on the corners so there's less of a chance that you break a tab off on an end and no longer have your front face.
I don't think theirs comes with a holster though. I'm still using the black holster i got from a previous case.

Transparent/Cear back Mod. Has anyone tried it... wondering

This vid shows how easy and simple it seems to take apart and peel the back cover although it's on another language. Just wondering has anyone done it already. Looks kind of cool
https://youtu.be/fgLzJDmykUY

GUGUITOMTG4 said:
This vid shows how easy and simple it seems to take apart and peel the back cover although it's on another language. Just wondering has anyone done it already. Looks kind of cool
https://youtu.be/fgLzJDmykUY
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watch the jerry rig everything teardown. he does the same to his device. you will probably lose any water resistance though since you are tearing up the adhesive strip that holds the back panel on.

Get a case with a clear back, and have a custom skin made with the insides.
Put the skin on the back of the phone and the case on top.

They'll sell it on witrigs soon enough for like $45US

tech_head said:
Get a case with a clear back, and have a custom skin made with the insides.
Put the skin on the back of the phone and the case on top.
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That would kinda work although it's too easy and fake.

I probably will if I break my back plate, because at that point, why not? I did it to my Samsung S8+, and loved it.
I won't be removing the back of the phone just to do it though. I prefer water resistance.

https://www.slickwraps.com/transparent-series-skins.html

init_dot_t said:
https://www.slickwraps.com/transparent-series-skins.html
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that look crazy real. thanks for the link

init_dot_t said:
https://www.slickwraps.com/transparent-series-skins.html
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GUGUITOMTG4 said:
that look crazy real. thanks for the link
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I just ordered one of these for my 7 Pro and S10+.
I'll post pictures once I receive them (could take awhile based on Slick Wraps history)