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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?
Hey all, anyone else noticed on these Samsung Flip cases, they dont stay flush to the screen, in the case of the S view cover you would think the magnet would help keep it closed but no its just a trigger for the sensor. Bit expensive for what it is given it's flawed design.
From what I hear its great once you've broken it in
s view cover is a best cover for s4
I received mine today from handtec.. it fits and close perfectly.
I like this case but only grip it totally covers the led notification and coz of dat gotta keep checking if I missed a notification :banghead:
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It's a pain:silly: Samsung should flash a reminder in the s view window
Read elsewhere of someone cutting a button hole for the led :good:
azeter said:
I like this case but only grip it totally covers the led notification and coz of dat gotta keep checking if I missed a notification :banghead:
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kist32 said:
Cheap Galaxy S4 S View Cover, http://dx-box.com/galaxy-s4-s-view-flip-cover-folio-case.html
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Interesting. I might just bite on one of those. Even though I don't think it's actuall the official one, it's probably about the same. I have a co-worker who spent $60 on hers and I wasn't really impressed with the build quality, though I do love the concept. But to me, it seemed more like a $15 cover anyway.
green s cover
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOfFVD_Qy5I
orange s cover
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvF8hbOMfjs
black s cover
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPzyUG3petE
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I have a new Samsung Galaxy S4 S-View Flip Cover Folio Case (Black) if anyone wants it in uk £25 delivered pm me I just got a new case in new condition only used once.
I bought this cover, and I like it ... it's the one thing keeping me away from trying an AOSP ROM (e.g. CM 10.1) ... Don't want to lose the window functionality.
I had an official Samsung S-View cover given free when I upgraded my contract.
Like others have said, the front cover didnt stay closed flush to the screen, but after a day or so "bedding it in" it now closes perfectly.
I find the case very good, and it's great that you can answer/reject calls etc sliding across the case window itself.
There are however 2 fundamental flaws with this case:
1. There is no hole for the notification LED (as already mentioned) I was contemplating drillling a hole through it to allow for this, but wit this case on and shut, the LED notification only ever lights up to show it's charging. The LED is disabled for missed calls/sms when the case is shut! This is a huge flaw of the S4+S-View combination in my opinion.
I'm hoping a future firmware update will address this, but as the cases being sold do not have this hole, I would be extremely surprised if this is done. Perhaps this may be a mod for some clever dev to do! :good:
2. The case greatly interferes with the devices ability to use any compass app. Open up a compass app and slowly open/shut the case and you will see the compass bearing alter considerably. This puts a huge doubt over the accuracy of such apps when this case is in the open position.
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It should have had the led hole from factory. but that's samsung for ya..good ideas always seem to be an afterthought.. anyway.. i just drilled a hole in mine and it seemed to do the trick. sometimes it closes too well as can be a pain to open (to grip using fingers), but still a better case then most as it doesn't add much bulk or wait to the phone.
Nice case but minimum protection
I had flip cover case on my note 1, i dropped the phone once and the case didn't helped much to protect the phone from scratches on the side. Now i have S4 with the S view cover and similar thing happened, my case opened during fall and landed on the screen... As much as i like the flip cases they offer very little protection. I have to try different case for the upcoming Note 3. Any suggestions which case can offer solid protection?
morow said:
I had flip cover case on my note 1, i dropped the phone once and the case didn't helped much to protect the phone from scratches on the side. Now i have S4 with the S view cover and similar thing happened, my case opened during fall and landed on the screen... As much as i like the flip cases they offer very little protection. I have to try different case for the upcoming Note 3. Any suggestions which case can offer solid protection?
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I would definitely give the Spigen Slim Armor View a try. I just got this case in black and it's totally awesome. There are many threads in here discussing this case. I would like give links to them but not sure how to do it so I would just do a search. Tons of pics and reviews as well.
Excuse my late reply, I got this phone with a free S-cover a week ago. In my opinion the case build quality is crap. I've broken the cover in and it doesn't stay closed until I had to bend the cover to create a deeper crease. Now the cover is starting to misalign and become loose. Volume button is covered also. Sides are fraying.
When I first got it, I already thought, this case was not protective at all. The cover seemed as thick as a peice of cardboard, and there is no covering or shock absorption at all around the edges or back.
A week later I went to my local Asian variety store and bought a protective case for $6. Quality was 10x than the s-view cover and I'm not even exagerating. Imediatley switched cases. Save your money. Don't buy this.
If you want to the quality of s-view cover, a makeshift credit card wrapped in cloth works just as well.
Surprisingly, I was able to price-match an Amazon price at Target. I'm enjoying it but I hope it breaks in cause the flap not closing issue is a tad inconvenient.
Has anybody modded a tpu case too accomodate the S View cover?
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Samsung or ....others?? Samsung is OK, others NOT
Please specify in your infos if you are talking abount a ORIGINAL SAM S-View (arround 35$ - 55$) or a cheapo 'SUMSUMG' or any other type of cheaper S-Views (ranging from 8$ to 25$)
I had a 'fake' S-View, which didn't stay closed, added thikness to the back cover, looked like 'cardboard', and, furthermore, if you folded it open completelly to the back of the phone, it activated the magnet!! So it was really 'crappy'
I now have a real S-View, and none of the above apply!
It closes (and stays closed) perfectlly from minute 1
It's exactlly as thick as the original cover
It has a 'cleanable plastic' finish
It can be open 360º to the back without activating the magnet
So... beware of fakes. It was difficult to tell, as they 'case' them as if original, but they're definitelly LOW QUALITY.
Can you buy a case that users s view front cover? Im used to it now but want a case? ??? Thanks
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beanbag37 said:
It should have had the led hole from factory. but that's samsung for ya..good ideas always seem to be an afterthought.. anyway.. i just drilled a hole in mine and it seemed to do the trick. sometimes it closes too well as can be a pain to open (to grip using fingers), but still a better case then most as it doesn't add much bulk or wait to the phone.
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Can you pay a picture or more of the mod you made? Please!!!
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I have an otterbox defender on my S4 and since I put it on my air gestures didn't work, I figured I could live without them but then I noticed when I make a if I pull my phone away from my face the screen stays off (actually it seems to go blank as soon as I place the call...), is this a problem with my S4? my case? or is this typical of S4s with otterbox defenders on them? Is there some way to turn down sensitivity (or up?) or something? the tests for the air gestures work fine but when i go to use the gestures themselves they don't work, air view works fine...
Have you tried it without the case since you discovered your issue? Probably the easiest way to determine if it's the case or the phone. I know everything works with the Commuter, but I was considering the Defender when one pops up locally.
Yeah It works fine without the case on u just don't see how the defender interferes with the sensor it's not covering it at all. I was hoping to find someone else with a defender to see if it's common with them. My neighbor has a s4 and I'll try to catch him syndrome to see if my case interferes with his as well. But idk when I'll catch him.
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I wonder if it will work with the Commuter case for the S4? Was looking to get the OB case and a Glas.tR as well
Mine works fine with the defender on it.
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Mine works fine with the defender on it.
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Just curious, what color defender? and do you use quick glance? that's the #1 gesture i'd like to work.
Black. And all seems to work with mine. No problems.
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No problems here either with the defender, black.
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No problems here either with the defender, black.
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I doubt it makes any difference but iirc the sensor is an infrared sensor so reflectivity of the material in the IR band may affect it so just for the record I have a white s4 with a white/grey defender (white plastic grey rubber)
I'm having the same issues, sometimes air gesture will work but sometimes when i talk on the phone using viber, the phone just stays off when i end the call, i have to press the home button just to end the call. I have the black and yellow defender by the way.
Well I tried my Otterbox on my neighbors white sprint galaxy s4 and same thing, air gestures work fine without the case and stop working when the faceplate for the case goes on, I've sent an email to Otterbox about it, it seems some Otterboxes work with air gestures and some don't... Hopefully I'll hear from Otterbox on Tuesday.
Edit: Just heard from otterbox requesting pictures for a warranty replacement I'll make a new post to the thread when I get a warranty replacement and let y'all know if it fixes it.
New otterbox same issue and I see no way to fix it other than switching cases so im on a seidio convert now.
All working for me with OtterBox Defender Black without built-in screen protector
Just adding my two cents. Black s4, black/yellow defender. Works just fine.
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I doubt it makes any difference but iirc the sensor is an infrared sensor so reflectivity of the material in the IR band may affect it so just for the record I have a white s4 with a white/grey defender (white plastic grey rubber)
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Same one I have. Phone and Defender and I have not had any issues. Even tried the answer by moving my hand across the screen and that works.
Black S4, black defender case - gestures don't work for me either.
My air gestures work. Defender.
Do the cases with the window opening on the front that allow you to see the screen use the battery fast?
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Do the cases with the window opening on the front that allow you to see the screen use the battery fast?
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have you tried spigen slim armor view? kinda pricey for the genuine, but if you get the cheaper ones on ebay, it's still the same (but in my case, it broke after a week of light use)
I haven't noticed a drain in battery myself. I have 2 of the slim armors and an sview. If anything, it saves battery because it disables the led for notifications and it only uses that small black window for notifications rather than turning your lock screen on and having (in my case) a colorful background and using the amoled screen
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I do have a spigen S view case and there is not such any drain of battery...and its working quite well...so I would say I dont have any issue with this window case...
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I haven't noticed a drain in battery myself. I have 2 of the slim armors and an sview. If anything, it saves battery because it disables the led for notifications and it only uses that small black window for notifications rather than turning your lock screen on and having (in my case) a colorful background and using the amoled screen
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I believe that the notification led is not disabled. With the case closed try send yourself an email and then open the front cover sliglty, just enough to see the led but not leaving the S-View mode and please report back.
While I simply love the case this is one major flaw: why dinnt they just make a little hole so that we can see the led?! It´s such a good feature to loose...
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.