Quick question what did the box look like , did it have a clear shrink wrap on the outer box or not , also was there is a typical Samsung single or dual security tape on the cardboard box or not ?
A lot of so called brand new items from the far east are made to look like brand new hence wanting to know what an HK box looks like from factory.
Im already aware that the contents will include case and a pre applied screen protector. Thanks for the feedback.
Edit , I've partially answered some of my own questions.
Limeybastard said:
Quick question what did the box look like , did it have a clear shrink wrap on the outer box or not , also was there is a typical Samsung single or dual security tape on the cardboard box or not ?
A lot of so called brand new items from the far east are made to look like brand new hence wanting to know what an HK box looks like from factory.
Im already aware that the contents will include case and a pre applied screen protector. Thanks for the feedback.
Edit , I've partially answered some of my own questions.
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I remember mine was single security tape and no shrink wrap. It came with a silicone case. Screen protector on the screen and some plastic on the back that you pull off.
Mine was supplied by T-Dimension to the UK. The box was not shrink wrapped. It has one taped seal - a black sticky label with Samsung branding and the don't accept if seal broken message. The seal was intact. I'm 100% satisfied that everything is original and perfect.
There is a little difference between HK (TGY) and TW (BRI) with the printed materials and power adapters.
Limeybastard said:
Quick question what did the box look like , did it have a clear shrink wrap on the outer box or not , also was there is a typical Samsung single or dual security tape on the cardboard box or not ?
A lot of so called brand new items from the far east are made to look like brand new hence wanting to know what an HK box looks like from factory.
Im already aware that the contents will include case and a pre applied screen protector. Thanks for the feedback.
Edit , I've partially answered some of my own questions.
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I ordered my one form Wonda and it was a brand new, sealed box.
It had a phone case, charger, headphones, docs. The phone itself had protection film applied from all sides so I didn't buy any screen protector.
Suntaina said:
I remember mine was single security tape and no shrink wrap. It came with a silicone case. Screen protector on the screen and some plastic on the back that you pull off.
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tdodd said:
Mine was supplied by T-Dimension to the UK. The box was not shrink wrapped. It has one taped seal - a black sticky label with Samsung branding and the don't accept if seal broken message. The seal was intact. I'm 100% satisfied that everything is original and perfect.
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There is a little difference between HK (TGY) and TW (BRI) with the printed materials and power adapters.
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VirtualWaver said:
I ordered my one form Wonda and it was a brand new, sealed box.
It had a phone case, charger, headphones, docs. The phone itself had protection film applied from all sides so I didn't buy any screen protector.
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Cheers lads.
What did the single sticker that holds the box together look like ? Any pics ? Thanks.
You can see the label here. Apologies for the orientation. It was correct when I took it.
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You can see the label here. Apologies for the orientation. It was correct when I took it.
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Thanks fella.
Here's what I was talking , I think the concensus is that Samsung doesn't shrink wrap their boxes.
Shrink wrap can be done by reseller (there are a lot of inexpensive appliances available). I would relay on the seal / label only.
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Shrink wrap can be done by reseller (there are a lot of inexpensive appliances available). I would relay on the seal / label only.
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Indeed, anyone can shrink wrap with correct equipment.
Selling refurbished devices as brand new is big business. Especially these days when it's difficult to even attain the true battery values from a device without root.
Ok here we go, seal looks nothing like Todd's one.
There's two clear round seals on each side and one white security sticker that doesn't have those anti lift corners.
Limeybastard said:
Quick question what did the box look like , did it have a clear shrink wrap on the outer box or not , also was there is a typical Samsung single or dual security tape on the cardboard box or not ?
A lot of so called brand new items from the far east are made to look like brand new hence wanting to know what an HK box looks like from factory.
Im already aware that the contents will include case and a pre applied screen protector. Thanks for the feedback.
Edit , I've partially answered some of my own questions.
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great
Also guys with HK models do you have any imei information printed on the back glass ?
There's a few discrepancies I've noticed already one the back glass not having imei but that could be regional thing , second Phone NFO shows device made in Korea when the box shows Vietnam. These questions are directed towards SM-N9860 users owners.
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Also guys with HK models do you have any imei information printed on the back glass ?
There's a few discrepancies I've noticed already one the back glass not having imei but that could be regional thing , second Phone NFO shows device made in Korea when the box shows Vietnam. These questions are directed towards SM-N9860 users owners.
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I do not
My white model does not have IMEI listed on the back, just the Samsung name.
Box says Vietnam.
Phone Info says Korea.
Manufactured 19/09/20, ordered 05/10/20, received 14/10/20.
Two OTA updates so far in October.
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tdodd said:
My white model does not have IMEI listed on the back, just the Samsung name.
Box says Vietnam.
Phone Info says Korea.
Manufactured 19/09/20, ordered 05/10/20, received 14/10/20.
Two OTA updates so far in October.
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Thanks guys , much obliged.
Ours is almost same birthday. Sept 22nd here.
One other question. Did you have inside the box, a one IMEI sticker just sitting in there ?
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One other question. Did you have inside the box, a one IMEI sticker just sitting in there ?
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I have a sticker exactly like that inside the box. It appears that the sticker on the outside of the box was taken from that same label.
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Thanks guys , much obliged.
Ours is almost same birthday. Sept 22nd here.
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Mine had the sticker inside. Nothing printed on back of box.. one seal of samsung..case, screen protector installed, UK charger, AKG handsfree as well. Interestingly i got white buds live with bronze phone...a frend brought from HongKong
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Not sure why but my box came with a spare small sized white sticker with 'htc void' written on it repeatedly. I've got no idea what this is for...
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I got mine from Phones 4 U here in the Uk, I'm sure mine came with this sticker as well. If I remember the actual box was secured with a plain white sticker - and the inner box was a right pain to get out.
I assumed that the sticker came in the box so that a retailer could charge the handset or check the contents and then reseal the box.
I bought a handset a while back from Vodafone and it came with a sticker saying something like "walk out talking" because they'd charged the handset before selling it?
I could be wrong though.
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I assumed that the sticker came in the box so that a retailer could charge the handset or check the contents and then reseal the box.
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You are correct. Mine was the same way. Since the DHD is sold unlocked/unbranded there is no need for the seller to open it, so we get that sticker.
mine is tmobile branded and didnt include such sticker.
so your theory seems to be right
DN41
*searches box for free sticker*
Dammit
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We unbranded DHD owners can sell our phones as a new one
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We unbranded DHD owners can sell our phones as a new one
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That would be true if you still had all the cables, charger in their original wrapping, plus the plastic cover foil around the phone.
Interesting, I've not seen this before. Thanks for the explanation guys.
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That would be true if you still had all the cables, charger in their original wrapping, plus the plastic cover foil around the phone.
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As it happens, I do still have all the plastic stuff
*tries to wrap the foil around the DHD*
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I don't believe this is gonna work
I was wondering why I had one of these! Cheers for the explanation, haha
Just had mine 3 days ago. Bought it from Phones4U UK on aTmobile contract. Its unlocked and with no branding . Also came with the white stickers.
Just thought i'd add my pennies worth.
Just gotten my phone today and its simlocked to 3 and has the stickers inside also. . . .
Hi
I have damaged the metallic black bezel around the screen at a few places (especially the part above the micro usb port). I guess it is called Faceplate.
What I wanted to know is if I can replace this part somehow. If I look at the region under the screen after opening the slider, it appears as if it can come off.
If it is possible to replace it, does anyone know where can I buy one of these?? I have googled but could not find anything.
I have found only a full cover. Try searching milestone 2 housing on eBay.
Or here is the link:
http://www.ebay.de/itm/Cover-Housing-for-Motorola-A955-Droid-2-Milestone-A-955-/300572186204
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I have found only a full cover. Try searching milestone 2 housing on eBay.
Or here is the link:
http://www.ebay.de/itm/Cover-Housing-for-Motorola-A955-Droid-2-Milestone-A-955-/300572186204
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Thanks dude. Now I have to find someone who can deliver it to India. BTW are you sure Droid 2 is physically exactly same as Milestone 2. They do appear same. Just wanted to know if someone has used this cover etc. Plus anything on the quality??
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Thanks dude. Now I have to find someone who can deliver it to India. BTW are you sure Droid 2 is physically exactly same as Milestone 2. They do appear same. Just wanted to know if someone has used this cover etc. Plus anything on the quality??
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I've ordered one from the link above and I should receive it in the next 7-14 days so I'll let you know how I go but I'm 100% confident that the physical housing between the MS2 and D2 are identical.
I have received the housing (from the eBay link above) and fitted it last night. The case is a Verizon stamped unit and is 100% perfect, next time I think I'll just live with the worn look. Very fiddly job but does give you an appreciation of the engineering ... They use a lot of adhesive, pita.
Well I have managed to knick the display input cable and now have a one centimetre row smack in the middle of the screen that won't respond to touch. My fault, I thought I'd taken care to ensure no damage to some of these fragile cables but alas no
So, just ordered a SGII Stick that where the sun doesn't shine Motorola! Yeah, I know you couldn't care less but I feel better
Well thanks for the info. I won't have the luxury of buying a new one if I ruin my MS2 so I guess I'll stick with a little wear and tear. BTW nice buy!!
Or just take it to your nearest phone repair shop and they'll sort it out. =D
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Or just take it to your nearest phone repair shop and they'll sort it out. =D
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Funny bugga, this is BrisVegas!
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Funny bugga, this is BrisVegas!
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Haha true
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nurofenplus said:
I have received the housing (from the eBay link above) and fitted it last night. The case is a Verizon stamped unit and is 100% perfect, next time I think I'll just live with the worn look. Very fiddly job but does give you an appreciation of the engineering ... They use a lot of adhesive, pita.
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How does the housing attach to the digitizer/glass? Because the tutorial I found on iFixit didn't detach the digitizer from the housing.
My housing cracked badly, I "fixed" a corner with superglue, but I think it permeated through the digitizer, so there's a strip in the left side (the one with the MENU button) which is insensitive. Another drop and the whole top part fell off and I don't intend to glue this one. Probably I'll buy a new front panel and a new digitizer, but I need to know if I'll be able to attach them at home or if I'll need some adhesive (yuck).
Thanks in advance! :fingers-crossed:
And now the pristine MAO case has some horrendous chips and scratches, and I'm really pissed off.
I can't seem to find a reliable or legit looking seller on eBay that will sell a genuine MAO case, the new bevelled USB version. I'm based in the UK, but wouldn't mind buying from an international seller that ships to the UK also. Does anyone know of any good eBay sellers selling genuine HTC parts?
Failing that, does anyone know roughly how much it would cost if I were to send it back to HTC to replace it? I asked HTC support but they don't sell spare parts and can't give a quote unless I send the phone first. Any estimate would be great.
Thanks.
Anybody..?
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Anybody..?
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I'd say you're pretty lucky the screen is intact. Get some black nail polish and fill in the chips, then put one of the super thin cases/skins on it.
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I'd say you're pretty lucky the screen is intact. Get some black nail polish and fill in the chips, then put one of the super thin cases/skins on it.
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The chips are pretty bad. Nail polish is gonna look hideous. Plus the whole point of this phone was to not put it in a case. I'm usually very careful with dropping a phone, this is the first time it's ever happened in my life.
I think I'm just gonna buy a housing off eBay and replace it. And if the housing turns out to be crap (even though they assure it is genuine) then next step would be to insure it and then make a claim.
Hi,
I got a MAO back cover from here: http://www.parts4repair.com/htc-one-s-back-cover/
I asked by e-mail and they say it's an original HTC repair part. I received and replaced the cover and it is indeed indistinguishable from the original. I don't know how it will hold out over time, though.
Before ordering the back cover, I asked an authorized HTC repair service in Switzerland about the repair cost; they said 59 CHF for the cover + labor costs. Like in your case, they cannot estimate labor costs without seeing the phone.
I replaced the back cover myself. It is not that difficult, but you lose warranty (there is a VOID sticker you need to puncture). Be careful that the MAO back cover is structurally different from the gray one: under the lower plastic "flap", there is another black plastic piece that needs to be removed before you can pull the phone from the back cover (first unscrew the two black cross-type screws, then pull out the plastic piece).
Good luck!
doartest said:
Hi,
I got a MAO back cover from here: http://www.parts4repair.com/htc-one-s-back-cover/
I asked by e-mail and they say it's an original HTC repair part. I received and replaced the cover and it is indeed indistinguishable from the original. I don't know how it will hold out over time, though.
Before ordering the back cover, I asked an authorized HTC repair service in Switzerland about the repair cost; they said 59 CHF for the cover + labor costs. Like in your case, they cannot estimate labor costs without seeing the phone.
I replaced the back cover myself. It is not that difficult, but you lose warranty (there is a VOID sticker you need to puncture). Be careful that the MAO back cover is structurally different from the gray one: under the lower plastic "flap", there is another black plastic piece that needs to be removed before you can pull the phone from the back cover (first unscrew the two black cross-type screws, then pull out the plastic piece).
Good luck!
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Thanks, I knew the difference between the black and gray ones and since mine is black I just want to fix the fact that it's chipped. I'm comfortable with replacing it myself so I might just get it from the website you linked. I just have one question though, can you notice on the replacement cover you ordered whether it has the "new style" beveled USB port? I only want to bother replacing it if it has that USB bevel which indicates it won't have the chipping issue. Other than that, how long have you had it and have you noticed any chipping?
I'd probably fix it myself, it will save money and also won't have to be without a phone.
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Thanks, I knew the difference between the black and gray ones and since mine is black I just want to fix the fact that it's chipped. I'm comfortable with replacing it myself so I might just get it from the website you linked. I just have one question though, can you notice on the replacement cover you ordered whether it has the "new style" beveled USB port? I only want to bother replacing it if it has that USB bevel which indicates it won't have the chipping issue. Other than that, how long have you had it and have you noticed any chipping?
I'd probably fix it myself, it will save money and also won't have to be without a phone.
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I only used it for ~1 week.
Unfortunately, I didn't know about the bevel and did not check. I don't have the phone anymore (it was the S3 version, I sold it and got an S4). If your eyes are better than mine, try looking at these photos:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/u1kq1gdfdrq3zhj/Untitled.jpg
https://www.dropbox.com/s/wmmrv0kgmrmglyr/full.png
I would say that it does not have the bevel, but the quality is not that good. I don't have the full resolution photos either.
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I only used it for ~1 week.
Unfortunately, I didn't know about the bevel and did not check. I don't have the phone anymore (it was the S3 version, I sold it and got an S4). If your eyes are better than mine, try looking at these photos:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/u1kq1gdfdrq3zhj/Untitled.jpg
https://www.dropbox.com/s/wmmrv0kgmrmglyr/full.png
I would say that it does not have the bevel, but the quality is not that good. I don't have the full resolution photos either.
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Ahhh yea those pics are crap. Thanks for your help anyway. I'll think it over and see what I should do.
Just thought I'd let people know. I ordered a case from no.1-tech on ebay (Hong Kong based). Only 20 GBP (including postage) and 12 calendar days later, the case arrived. And at the expense of voiding my warranty, I went ahead to swap the case myself at home. It was a lot easier than expected to do.
So far so good. Seems like a genuine part, but best of all, and much to my surprise, it is the newer beveled USB design as well. Either that or a really incredible fake. Part number matched exactly on the case I removed and it had a date stamp also.
All in all, my phone is now brand new again, with the exception of a small chip that I got on the actual plastic portion around the screen. Not much I can do about that short of getting a whole new digitizer which unfortunately only comes bundled with a screen too. Can't justify 100 GBP to fix a tiny chip on the plastic lol.
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Just thought I'd let people know. I ordered a case from no.1-tech on ebay (Hong Kong based). Only 20 GBP (including postage) and 12 calendar days later, the case arrived. And at the expense of voiding my warranty, I went ahead to swap the case myself at home. It was a lot easier than expected to do.
So far so good. Seems like a genuine part, but best of all, and much to my surprise, it is the newer beveled USB design as well. Either that or a really incredible fake. Part number matched exactly on the case I removed and it had a date stamp also.
All in all, my phone is now brand new again, with the exception of a small chip that I got on the actual plastic portion around the screen. Not much I can do about that short of getting a whole new digitizer which unfortunately only comes bundled with a screen too. Can't justify 100 GBP to fix a tiny chip on the plastic lol.
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could you please post a link of the eBay page where you got the housing? am looking to replace mine also. thanks
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Just thought I'd let people know. I ordered a case from no.1-tech on ebay (Hong Kong based). Only 20 GBP (including postage) and 12 calendar days later, the case arrived. And at the expense of voiding my warranty, I went ahead to swap the case myself at home. It was a lot easier than expected to do.
So far so good. Seems like a genuine part, but best of all, and much to my surprise, it is the newer beveled USB design as well. Either that or a really incredible fake. Part number matched exactly on the case I removed and it had a date stamp also.
All in all, my phone is now brand new again, with the exception of a small chip that I got on the actual plastic portion around the screen. Not much I can do about that short of getting a whole new digitizer which unfortunately only comes bundled with a screen too. Can't justify 100 GBP to fix a tiny chip on the plastic lol.
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Nice work. Does the disassembly require pry tools (which I suck at) or is it all just screws?
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Just thought I'd let people know. I ordered a case from no.1-tech on ebay (Hong Kong based). Only 20 GBP (including postage) and 12 calendar days later, the case arrived. And at the expense of voiding my warranty, I went ahead to swap the case myself at home. It was a lot easier than expected to do.
So far so good. Seems like a genuine part, but best of all, and much to my surprise, it is the newer beveled USB design as well. Either that or a really incredible fake. Part number matched exactly on the case I removed and it had a date stamp also.
All in all, my phone is now brand new again, with the exception of a small chip that I got on the actual plastic portion around the screen. Not much I can do about that short of getting a whole new digitizer which unfortunately only comes bundled with a screen too. Can't justify 100 GBP to fix a tiny chip on the plastic lol.
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Thanks for sharing your experience with everyone. I wonder how you even started removing the case, since it has no visible screws. I suppose there are videos out there with instructions.
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Thanks for sharing your experience with everyone. I wonder how you even started removing the case, since it has no visible screws. I suppose there are videos out there with instructions.
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Pop your plastic covers for starters.
dr_rick13 said:
could you please post a link of the eBay page where you got the housing? am looking to replace mine also. thanks
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Here's the ebay link:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Metal-Fra...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item2a1ece2c79
Make sure you select the right option from the dropdown. The Europe based S4 black model is "A".
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Nice work. Does the disassembly require pry tools (which I suck at) or is it all just screws?
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For just the case you can get by without pry tools. You need a T5 torx and a small phillips screwdriver. Once you have the 4 screws removed, apply some pressure on the inner phone assembly that is exposed at the bottom, you basicaly want to push it outwards towards the face of the phone. Obviously be careful with the pushing. It should easily give way as I found it isn't really glued into the housing. You might need a credit card or something to help you ease it out once you have made room with the pushing. I hate pry tools too and had no problem doing it this way. The one thing to be careful about is the plastic assembly at the bottom. Take a good look at how it fits in, so you don't mess it up when putting it back together.
By the way, you can buy HTC void stickers too:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/8-VOID-WA...K_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item337c0261f7
If I ever do need to send it back to HTC under warranty I'm sure those would do the trick
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Here's the ebay link:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Metal-Fra...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item2a1ece2c79
Make sure you select the right option from the dropdown. The Europe based S4 black model is "A".
For just the case you can get by without pry tools. You need a T5 torx and a small phillips screwdriver. Once you have the 4 screws removed, apply some pressure on the inner phone assembly that is exposed at the bottom, you basicaly want to push it outwards towards the face of the phone. Obviously be careful with the pushing. It should easily give way as I found it isn't really glued into the housing. You might need a credit card or something to help you ease it out once you have made room with the pushing. I hate pry tools too and had no problem doing it this way. The one thing to be careful about is the plastic assembly at the bottom. Take a good look at how it fits in, so you don't mess it up when putting it back together.
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how does the lower cover pop off...straight out, like the top?
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how does the lower cover pop off...straight out, like the top?
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I'm really wondering about this also how to take off the bottom cover.. also smurf I have a question for you. It seems like the top contains the WiFi prong. Are you sure the one for cellular signal is on the bottom?
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I'm really wondering about this also how to take off the bottom cover.. also smurf I have a question for you. It seems like the top contains the WiFi prong. Are you sure the one for cellular signal is on the bottom?
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It almost always is for regulatory reasons (less radiation in the dummy head) even though it makes for less signal when "you're holding it wrong". There's an anandtech review showing the antenna placement as well.
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how does the lower cover pop off...straight out, like the top?
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ickedmel said:
I'm really wondering about this also how to take off the bottom cover.. also smurf I have a question for you. It seems like the top contains the WiFi prong. Are you sure the one for cellular signal is on the bottom?
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Well for me I slowly pried the gap at the bottom edge. It's got adhesive on the inside sticking it onto that plastic assembly I mentioned earlier, but just keep prying it slowly so the adhesive doesn't get all messed up. It should flip open like a door with the hinges being where the beats logo is, eventually it'll open right out then just pop it out.
Hi guys,
I got similar story and want to replace my housing.
I have the EU S4 black/red model. I think its one of those with the chipping issue, but not much damage, until the drop which cut the top corner to straight 45 degree white line and scratches my finger every time I use it in landscape mode.
Anyway wanted to ask, since you already tried/used it for some time.
Is the eBay one genuine or just a good fake?
Or is the one from parts4repair a better choice?
Also after removing the bottom plastic cover, as I understand it has glue to it to keep it in place. Do I need to replace that on the reassembly or just heating it back and pressing will work with the old one? Or it has something else to keep it in place other than the glue?
I picked up this case ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/Poetic-Stan...030&pid=100015&prg=1006&rk=1&sd=280737583400&) a few days ago to replace an ailing official case and have been pleased with the function compared to the custom fit folio, but far from pleased with the material quality. The thin layer of polyurethane on the clasp as well as the clips the hold the TP in is starting to nick and wear off, after only two days of use. I've contacted the manufactures see if there's anything they recommend, but I'd rather not return it if the same thing is going to happen to the new one. Do you guys know of anything I can apply to these affected parts that would be able to seal and protect them?
You should be aware that they don't 'make' the case, they buy them in bulk from Shenzen in China, it's a very common case for a number of different devices. My guess is they'll just send you another one but don't expect it to be any better.
You should be aware that they don't 'make' the case, they buy them in bulk from Shenzen in China, it's a very common case for a number of different devices. My guess is they'll just send you another one but don't expect it to be any better.
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Thanks for the heads up. I wound up using some sealant on it and while it doesn't look that great, it shouldn't degrade any further.
i have the same case under a different name. mine has held up over a year. they must have changed something for the worse in how they are made.
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i have the same case under a different name. mine has held up over a year. they must have changed something for the worse in how they are made.
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What "brand" do you have?
it was called 'clip' and i got it from here http://electroniccrap.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=54_58&products_id=65 but i'm 99% sure it is just the same as poetic, just rebranded
its also branded as 'acase' http://www.amazon.com/Acase-TouchPa...qid=1348280533&sr=1-1&keywords=acase+touchpad
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it was called 'clip' and i got it from here http://electroniccrap.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=54_58&products_id=65 but i'm 99% sure it is just the same as poetic, just rebranded
its also branded as 'acase' http://www.amazon.com/Acase-TouchPa...qid=1348280533&sr=1-1&keywords=acase+touchpad
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Hmm, well I payed $12 for it so I'm not going to worry about it. Thanks.
Mine just peeled off easily now, wondering if I need one coz all the gorilla glass etc, but what would you guys recommend
inningsdefeat500 said:
Mine just peeled off easily now, wondering if I need one coz all the gorilla glass etc, but what would you guys recommend
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Well I don't know what are you doing with your phone but mine is like new! Also I don't get why a lot of people complain about the pre installed screen protector, it's great and best of all it's free!
Mine is still like it isn't there. The only downside is fingerprint sensor.
I've had my phone for just over a month and the original protector is perfect. I've had the phone in and out of cases several times and there is no peeling and no marks. It feels smooth, like glass, and is clear and clean. Like I said, perfect. ?
I actually bought screen protectors with the phone, unaware that one would be fitted already, and I've had no reason to switch. FWIW I'm also using the included clear case, even though I bought a few others. Goog job, Samsung.
I had a small tear, and I wanted to see if its glass or cover, - so felt the cover kinda coming off and had to peel it eventually. But it was kinda loose too
Pre- installed...Wait where they do that at lol
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yungzoe0624 said:
Pre- installed...Wait where they do that at lol
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Machine installed for HK N9860 Models
yungzoe0624 said:
Pre- installed...Wait where they do that at lol
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Most countries except for usa. And you know why they stopped installing it for usa devices ? Lol
Limeybastard said:
Most countries except for usa. And you know why they stopped installing it for usa devices ? Lol
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Why? To make money I guess lol
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yungzoe0624 said:
Why? To make money I guess lol
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because customers were complaining about the screen saver scratching and some even sending their phones back over it. Also samsung would send customers for free replacement screen savers. Wasn't worth the hassle in this market for them anymore.
Limeybastard said:
because customers were complaining about the screen saver scratching and some even sending their phones back over it. Also samsung would send customers for free replacement screen savers. Wasn't worth the hassle in this market for them anymore.
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Is there a place one can order the factory screen protector for N20U?
VICosPhi said:
Is there a place one can order the factory screen protector for N20U?
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I'm not sure buddy, I installed one of those non glass ones yesterday after I received my U1. It's the type that is installed in two parts and no heat or water is needed. I believe LK and Qitoyo are the same, bought the latter it's ok. Good overage and smooth. 10$ three pack.
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I'm not sure buddy, I installed one of those non glass ones yesterday after I received my U1. It's the type that is installed in two parts and no heat or water is needed. I believe LK and Qitoyo are the same, bought the latter it's ok. Good overage and smooth. 10$ three pack.
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Thanks. I got the Ringke dual easy which applies really well. Just that the quality of the sticker is inferior to the factory installed one I had on my Note 10
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VICosPhi said:
Thanks. I got the Ringke dual easy which applies really well. Just that the quality of the sticker is interior to the factory installed one I had on my Note 10
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I was about to buy that one. But it mentioned it has some wings technology that wraps around the sides. That bit put me off a little. What's it like in practice?
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I was about to buy that one. But it mentioned it has some wings technology that wraps around the sides. That bit put me off a little. What's it like in practice?
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It is great actually. The wings that wrap around go just a tiny bit towards the back glass and do not affect the look of the black glass. The wings also help secure the protector from lifting off the edges
I also put a skin on the back to get rid of the fingerprints you get on the black N20U .
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inningsdefeat500 said:
Mine just peeled off easily now, wondering if I need one coz all the gorilla glass etc, but what would you guys recommend
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I was looking for a topic like this haha. My one actually developed a few bubbles and I had to peel it off a couple of days ago. I received my unit in early September.
I am now struggling to find a good protector that works well with a case. Tried Ringkie but the protector was a way smaller than my phone!! Looks like it was a faulty batch. Tried another one - Apiker, and it peeled off when I putted my phone to my Spigen case despite Apiker advertising it won't.
I am now stranded in the middle of nowhere. Don't know what to buy to have a bubble-free screen and compatible with my Spigen case. Ordered the Spigen screen protector but it has mixed reviews...
I now regret I removed the original one.
VirtualWaver said:
I was looking for a topic like this haha. My one actually developed a few bubbles and I had to peel it off a couple of days ago. I received my unit in early September.
I am now struggling to find a good protector that works well with a case. Tried Ringkie but the protector was a way smaller than my phone!! Looks like it was a faulty batch. Tried another one - Apiker, and it peeled off when I putted my phone to my Spigen case despite Apiker advertising it won't.
I am now stranded in the middle of nowhere. Don't know what to buy to have a bubble-free screen and compatible with my Spigen case. Ordered the Spigen screen protector but it has mixed reviews...
I now regret I removed the original one.
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Just get the one of the ones mentioned earlier to tied you over . They're a dry applied 3 or 4 stage peel type. I think most are made by the same factory. Leaves about 2mm on edges almost like the factory applied gap.
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Just get the one of the ones mentioned earlier to tied you over . They're a dry applied 3 or 4 stage peel type. I think most are made by the same factory. Leaves about 2mm on edges almost like the factory applied gap.
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I couldn't find a single dry protector that would be bubble free and compatible with a case. No matter how hard I try to follow the instructions the protector either has bubbles/spots or peels off when phone is in a case. It just doesn't stick firmly. I will try my luck with Spigen wet protector. It should be compatible with Spigen cases as advertised. Already spent around 40 pounds on different protectors with no luck. I wish Samsung could offer the service for a fee. Their factory screen protector was attached perfectly.
I still have pre-installed screen protector on mine too and it's sitting well and is like new still.
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Sorry for posting in the wrong thread. Quite new to forums. I have a SM-9860 and I'm having issue with videos (ie: youtube, insta or browser video) it's showing a green pixelated videos.