Hello,
I am trying to make my decision on the colour to go with.
I am leaning towards black, but from what I've seen so far, the black frame is merely paint on top of the stainless steel frame? Whereas the bronze seems to be anodised.
My concern is that throughout the life of the phone, the black one may end up looking bad if the paint chips through drops etc. Whereas this problem wouldn't affect the bronze version.
Anyone can comment on this?
Probably eventual scuffs are more visible on the black one, but you're not safe with the Bronze variant either: color inconsistency would happen with any variant.
Scuffs tend to appear around the camera module "bezels" more than other places, and those are very visible on the Bronze variant as you can see from the many drop tests filmed. I got the chance to get the White which is still acceptable regarding fingerprints on the back, but has lucid metal-ish bezels which, in case of scuffing, should not be as visible as the Bronze or the Black variant. In any case, I suggest you purchase a couple of cases, I endorse the Spigen Tough Armor for a more complete protection and the official Samsung Leather Cover for a casual use that keeps ergonomics, plus a shield for the camera module (I'm using the one from amFilm, fundamental in my opinion and pretty cheap) and eventually consider a Whitestone Dome screen protector as the original screen protector wears out in a couple of months. All the package should cost around 100$ depending on your region and deals but any damage to the phone due to drops or scratches will definitely cost much more than that to fix.
Qazz~ said:
Hello,
I am trying to make my decision on the colour to go with.
I am leaning towards black, but from what I've seen so far, the black frame is merely paint on top of the stainless steel frame? Whereas the bronze seems to be anodised.
My concern is that throughout the life of the phone, the black one may end up looking bad if the paint chips through drops etc. Whereas this problem wouldn't affect the bronze version.
Anyone can comment on this?
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In the end, you should go with a color you like. It is a phone after all and not your last one.
I know we like the feeling of having the best of the best but then would you really enjoy your phone if you think of every scenario?
The best would be to pick the color you want, get a case and just use your phone with care and you should be fine.
White with the bare metal is where it is at and it isn't stainless steel is it??
oneandroidnut said:
White with the bare metal is where it is at and it isn't stainless steel is it??
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That is correct. If it was stainless steel the phones would be alot heavier.
So main frame goes inside phone and is made of cut out aluminum.
I got white for the same reason, my black n10+ have very noticeable frame marks.
The white one though Is chrome painted. So if you do drop it, you will see the matte metal frame scuffs on it still per my last white n10+.
Very little bezel to protect this phone from impact. It won't take much to crack the screen or worse.
I get a good case... the right case makes it easier to handle and use too.
Jake.S said:
That is correct. If it was stainless steel the phones would be alot heavier.
So main frame goes inside phone and is made of cut out aluminum.
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coilbio said:
I got white for the same reason, my black n10+ have very noticeable frame marks.
The white one though Is chrome painted. So if you do drop it, you will see the matte metal frame scuffs on it still per my last white n10+.
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Interesting. I was under the impression that Samsung states the frames being made from stainless steel for all N20U models. You guys claiming it's aluminium.
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Interesting. I was under the impression that Samsung states the frames being made from stainless steel for all N20U models. You guys claiming it's aluminium.
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Some sites spec it as aluminum, other as stainless, quit confusing. Wiki claims aluminum. GSM says stainless.
Lol, the fog of specs:laugh:
If stainless it may be magnetic; aluminum never.
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Interesting. I was under the impression that Samsung states the frames being made from stainless steel for all N20U models. You guys claiming it's aluminium.
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Please give some proof that samsung states this and what I found on one site is that possible frame is made by stainless steel while rest inside is aluminum. But yeah like another user said some sites says aluminum and others stainless steel.
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Please give some proof that samsung states this and what I found on one site is that possible frame is made by stainless steel while rest inside is aluminum. But yeah like another user said some sites says aluminum and others stainless steel.
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I wasn't stating anything ,.merely clarification guvner.
Personally, I'd be surprised if it was SS, after all it's only a $1309 device ??
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I wasn't stating anything ,.merely clarification guvner.
Personally, I'd be surprised if it was SS, after all it's only a $1309 device
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It isn't stainless, no way does it feel like stainless, it is aluminum like they have all been
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It isn't stainless, no way does it feel like stainless, it is aluminum like they have all been
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Makes sense.
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Interesting. I was under the impression that Samsung states the frames being made from stainless steel for all N20U models. You guys claiming it's aluminium.
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It isn't stainless, no way does it feel like stainless, it is aluminum like they have all been
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Lol, how does stainless feel unless you scratch/bend or weigh it? It is however apparently aluminum.
Samsung marketing does little to quell rumors like this because they know it helps sell phones; they do it with other specs as well. They allow confusion to fester between specs on US and international variants. Many times you find out only what's inside on tear downs and even you must make sure exactly which model variant it is.
They even swamp heat pipe systems around apperantly on the same model.
They certainly do it with smaller chipsets and solid state components due to production/supply demands. This can and does cause issues with firmware updates.
Literally the only way Samsung can know for sure what's in it is to physically examine the phone and then rewrite/correct the firmware update or hardware. They prefer to do the former!
Welcome to Sammy's beta hardware test program if you ever had to send one of these in:laugh:
Aluminum is not necessarily undesirable as it conducts heat better than steel. Heat kills phones.
Reduces tooling cost as well.
https://www.phonearena.com/news/stainless-steel-vs-aluminum-iPhone_id110773
blackhawk said:
Some sites spec it as aluminum, other as stainless, quit confusing. Wiki claims aluminum. GSM says stainless.
Lol, the fog of specs:laugh:
If stainless it may be magnetic; aluminum never.
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BTW, edge lighting as predicted worked then ceased to ? all that it took to make it fail permanently was to change it from Always to only when screen off. Then when you put it back to always it no longer works comical.
Limeybastard said:
BTW, edge lighting as predicted worked then ceased to ? all that it took to make it fail permanently was to change it from Always to only when screen off. Then when you put it back to always it no longer works comical.
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Yeah, saw it light -once- about a week ago.
It was glorious...
Now dead as Zed, again:laugh:
It's a one shot blunder.
Thank you all for chipping in. I was wondering why the phone felt relatively light thinking it is stainless steel.
Anyway just to update I went with black as it's much more subdued and classy
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Thank you all for chipping in. I was wondering why the phone felt relatively light thinking it is stainless steel.
Anyway just to update I went with black as it's much more subdued and classy
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I like copper more since of mat glass back.
I was almost going for black but since it has glossy back glass it turned me off and then I also thought black color exists everywhere on every phone so I took copper since it's refreshing and new colour that looks better than black.
Also glossy back glass turns me off because of finger print magnet and easily gets dirty than the mat glass that the copper colour one has. That one isn't as finger print magnet.
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I like copper more since of mat glass back.
I was almost going for black but since it has glossy back glass it turned me off and then I also thought black color exists everywhere on every phone so I took copper since it's refreshing and new colour that looks better than black.
Also glossy back glass turns me off because of finger print magnet and easily gets dirty than the mat glass that the copper colour one has. That one isn't as finger print magnet.
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Yep that's the same reason I went for rose gold pink also. ?
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BTW, edge lighting as predicted worked then ceased to ? all that it took to make it fail permanently was to change it from Always to only when screen off. Then when you put it back to always it no longer works comical.
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My god... just saw Edge Lighting light. Apparently it just wuvs Accubattery.
Bah-ha-ha-ha for giggles I enabled it to work with all apps on its list. Finally "success"; no clue why though.
Will Android miracles never cease...:laugh:
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http://www.bodyguardz.com/screengua...6-cases-screen-protectors-covers-shields.html
Anyone going to be getting this?
Yea, but only in Silver. I'll try it when they release the Black one.
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http://www.bodyguardz.com/screengua...6-cases-screen-protectors-covers-shields.html
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Never saw this before. Seems really nice. Just need it in black
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At $40 I'm going to wait and see some reviews and photos before placing an order.
Interesting. Is the aluminum flush with the glass?
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Interesting. Is the aluminum flush with the glass?
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I believe it is. All the reviews on the iPhone 6 which is basically the same glass are positive. I think the aluminum might look cool but I'm in the same boat. I'm going to wait for some reviews and when the white version comes out
I like the look of this lots but wonder how the crown will effect the fitting of a case, I'll also be waiting for a black version and seeing if they post to the uk
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I like the look of this lots but wonder how the crown will effect the fitting of a case, I'll also be waiting for a black version and seeing if they post to the uk
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One of the reviews I watched mentioned that the taper of the crown where I case would meet is approximately .1 mm. I would imagine it depends on how much the case wraps around the front of the screen. The one that's on my phone right now actually doesn't even get to the glass.
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One of the reviews I watched mentioned that the taper of the crown where I case would meet is approximately .1 mm. I would imagine it depends on how much the case wraps around the front of the screen. The one that's on my phone right now actually doesn't even get to the glass.
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I'd agree it will depend on the case and my current one a spigen neo hybrid over laps the glass I would say by about 1mm or possibly 2mm, still very tempted once the black version arrives.
Op will you also update when they make the black variant available?
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Just got this reply to my question about other colours on their fb page.
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Bit vague unfortunately.
Why they would only have silver when the phones are either white, black or gold is beyond me.
'Cause aluminum is silver and they're rushing the product out before they can get a process in place to paint or powder-coat or whatever the aluminum?
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'Cause aluminum is silver and they're rushing the product out before they can get a process in place to paint or powder-coat or whatever the aluminum?
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They have the "Crown" for the iPhone 6, 6 Plus and Note 4 in Black & White. I believe that they should have the color process down pat by now.
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They have the "Crown" for the iPhone 6, 6 Plus and Note 4 in Black & White. I believe that they should have the color process down pat by now.
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I imagine the colored ones will be out in s week or 2.
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They have the "Crown" for the iPhone 6, 6 Plus and Note 4 in Black & White. I believe that they should have the color process down pat by now.
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Ok, new theory: They want you to buy the silver one, then buy a new one when the color you want comes out.
See? I'm adaptable.
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'Cause aluminum is silver and they're rushing the product out before they can get a process in place to paint or powder-coat or whatever the aluminum?
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Ok, new theory: They want you to buy the silver one, then buy a new one when the color you want comes out.
See? I'm adaptable.
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And I believe you are also 100% correct.
So all this is really doing is using the "silver crown" to hide halos, right? It doesn't sound all that revolutionary, but I guess its one way to get rid of the halo problem.
ipaq_101 said:
So all this is really doing is using the "silver crown" to hide halos, right? It doesn't sound all that revolutionary, but I guess its one way to get rid of the halo problem.
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Correct. Basically the same idea as the tempered glass screen protectors with colored borders. Both are just two different ways with dealing with the halo. The good thing about the crown is that it actually curves with the actual glass. Whereas the edge to edge tempered glass screen protectors have a small gap between the edges of the tempered glass and screen that tends to build up dust.
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http://www.bodyguardz.com/screengua...6-cases-screen-protectors-covers-shields.html
Anyone going to be getting this?
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I bought one for my Note 4 and to be honest I was very dissapointed. After installing the glass and the crown piece (they are seperate) I still ended up with a very slight halo that can be seen all the way around the glass - it was small but you could see it when the screen is off.
The "Crown" piece isn't as smooth as you would hope and my finger catches on it - particuarly around the home button -(at the bottom of the phone)
The concept sounded good - but the execution was slightly off - I complained about it to Body Guardz and they sent me a new one - same thing happened.
I still have it on the note - but I would never buy it again and I won't be buying it for the S6 - but that is just me. Others may have different results.
https://dbrand.com/shop/xperia-z5-compact
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https://dbrand.com/shop/xperia-z5-compact
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Wood and carbon are the best !
Hispanico
hispanico957 said:
Wood and carbon are the best !
Hispanico
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I agree. I like carbon the most for my black Z5C, however the dark wood also looks promising.
Those really do look quite nice. I go normally totally commando on my phones, but I am seriously considering getting one of these for the back.
Looks better than the glass IMO, should make a cracked back if it happens far lass annoying and it will likely make it less slippery.
Anyone got those already? I would have a few questions:
- the z5c back is a bit recessed - but how is the back with the skin applied? Is it higher than the frame or is it even or still recessed?
- which version do you have and how is the grip on it how how does it feel? I am curious how the carbon, titanium, leather and wood versions compare there.
I used to buy dbrand for al my phones but switched to the beautiful crafted balolo.de wooden panels. Gives your phone a truly unique expression and feel, waiting for my balolo order to arrive (had one for my previous z3c)
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- the z5c back is a bit recessed - but how is the back with the skin applied? Is it higher than the frame or is it even or still recessed?
- which version do you have and how is the grip on it how how does it feel? I am curious how the carbon, titanium, leather and wood versions compare there.
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I have an red carbon extremeskin on my z5c but it basically the same, the skin is maybe 0.1mm higher than the frame so the back feels a little bit more rounded. The grip is definitely better with the skin on The skin also have cutouts for the Sony and nfc logo, looks ok but not great.
http://i.imgur.com/8hQjtro.jpg
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Radeon1337 said:
I have an red carbon extremeskin on my z5c but it basically the same, the skin is maybe 0.1mm higher than the frame so the back feels a little bit more rounded. The grip is definitely better with the skin on The skin also have cutouts for the Sony and nfc logo, looks ok but not great.
http://i.imgur.com/8hQjtro.jpg
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Thanks for the Info!
Personally I like dbrands version more, I do not like the cutouts for the Sony and NFC Logo on the xtremeskins version.
In case anyone is interested in grip improvements, I found this report regarding the different grip factors of different dbrand skins.
willumpie82 said:
I used to buy dbrand for al my phones but switched to the beautiful crafted balolo.de wooden panels. Gives your phone a truly unique expression and feel, waiting for my balolo order to arrive (had one for my previous z3c)
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I like those. Post a pic when you get it if you wouldn't mind
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Notchr302 said:
I like those. Post a pic when you get it if you wouldn't mind
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received my balolo sheet yesterday, see attachements
the wood looks nice (i miss my moto x walnut) but it's way too thick for me.
it would be nice to replace the original back with wood. (without losing waterproofness)
Thanks for the pics
I think I might be a little worried about it catching and lifting as it sticks up a bit. It looks great Though!
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Notchr302 said:
Thanks for the pics
I think I might be a little worried about it catching and lifting as it sticks up a bit. It looks great Though!
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I had this in m z3c, was the same thickness and it never came loose, the now sharp edges will be soft in a few days.
I actually reconsidered getting a DBrand skin after the balolo link was posted and since I'm a very big fan of wood in a lot of applications and also from germany I really could not pass on these.
I just ordered the walnut version for my black z5c.
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received my balolo sheet yesterday, see attachements
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Looks good. Subscribing to this thread as I want to see how it holds up if you drop your phone :silly:
More seriously, that looks like it could be a good way to protect the glass back without adding a lot of bulk.
I normally hate white phones, but that white/wood combo looks super classy.
Anyways I got 3 Dbrand skins during their sale (Black leather, Mahogany, Black Titanium), so I'll post pics of those when they arrive (likely around thanksgiving).
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How easy was it to attach? I always worry that my fumbling fingers will fail and it looks like you only have one shot; no re-positioning.
Another question...is the wood sealed or oiled? In your past experience, does the wood start to darken as time passes from the oil on your hand? I would prefer that it DID, but am just curious about the finish.
Last question: I'm in the US. Anyone have Balolo deliver in the US? How long did it take to get the product?
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ease of attaching depends on your your fixed hands, tip, don't do it while you are half a sleep or drunk
it is not sealed or oiled, my bamboo and previous oak darkens in a few weeks, also the sharp edges are gone after some time. one thing is that because of the structure and softness of the bamboo it chips easily but not such that it looks crap.
after a few weeks still happy with it!
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How easy was it to attach? I always worry that my fumbling fingers will fail and it looks like you only have one shot; no re-positioning.
Another question...is the wood sealed or oiled? In your past experience, does the wood start to darken as time passes from the oil on your hand? I would prefer that it DID, but am just curious about the finish.
Last question: I'm in the US. Anyone have Balolo deliver in the US? How long did it take to get the product?
Thanks.
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ease of attaching depends on your your fixed hands, tip, don't do it while you are half a sleep or drunk
it is not sealed or oiled, my bamboo and previous oak darkens in a few weeks, also the sharp edges are gone after some time. one thing is that because of the structure and softness of the bamboo it chips easily but not such that it looks crap.
after a few weeks still happy with it!
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One last question: Have you ever tried to remove it from the phone? Can it be removed, for instance, if the phone has to be sent in for service?
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@rebecker my order took nearly two weeks to arrive, which I assume is due to them handcrafting every order once it comes in. So for USA based on my experience I would guess 2-3 weeks.
The wood is oiled and waxed according to their website. While I am not competent enough to verify this exactly I can say for sure it is not sealed and still feels like wood.
I'll throw some of my pics in as well well, for good measure.
Since it appears that LG makes it pretty easy to teardown this phone it would be cool to change out the bumpers for smaller ones. lol... (I don't plan on dropping mine).
https://youtu.be/7N_mGT-P1ZA
Only thing I was on the fence about this phone was that T-Mobile only has black. (I know, I'm a stickler.)
Max's video really showed you how easy it is to teardown and replace with other colored parts later when available.
Actually I might keep the black and just go for the rose gold rails and camera ring from the white color.
As for slimmer rails I think if you use a dremel you could shave off a few mm possibly? Similar to what a few LG G Watch R users did to get rid of the cheap black paint.
Black and gold would have the most "premium" look. Now hopefully people will start breaking their new phones, so more replacement parts become available lol. Or, maybe the people that got review units will sell parts? Here's hoping.
I was actually thinking yesterday after seeing Max video to just change bars to gold.... And leave black... But not rose gold pure yellow gold... Sexy sexy... I saved an eBay search to find them
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vipfreak said:
Since it appears that LG makes it pretty easy to teardown this phone it would be cool to change out the bumpers for smaller ones. lol... (I don't plan on dropping mine).
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I'm not sure that's 100% a good idea. For one, we already know the fingerprint sensor only works when you're contacting the side bumpers. Who knows what else might stop working if you disconnect or replace them? The antennas, maybe?
I wouldn't want to be the first to find out.
I am thinking of buying an extra set and plasti-dipping them:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Plasti-Di...03-6/202196703
I didn't know the bumpers had anything to to with the fingerprint sensor...
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I am thinking of buying an extra set and plasti-dipping them:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Plasti-Di...03-6/202196703
I didn't know the bumpers had anything to to with the fingerprint sensor...
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It's capacitives, so people think you have to touch it and the scanner at the same time, but people have gotten it to work with cases. If you can find an extra set, let me know though.
Yeah, or I'll use CF Vinyl. (I do vinyl as a side hobby so I have lots of extra bits)
I have rose gold rails, and I'm already seeing silver poking through on the corners just from pocket wear (no case).
Very minor so far, but if it gets worse I'll be looking for stainless steel rails.
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I have rose gold rails, and I'm already seeing silver poking through on the corners just from pocket wear (no case).
Very minor so far, but if it gets worse I'll be looking for stainless steel rails.
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That is very disappointing. Do you think you can take a picture of the wear?
Watching this. I definitely want gold rails and gold camera ring on my black device. ?
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Watching this. I definitely want gold rails and gold camera ring on my black device.
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wasn't the black leather version available in your country.
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That is very disappointing. Do you think you can take a picture of the wear?
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Best I can do. As I said, it's very minor. It looks like a glint in the corner, but it is wear. No drops, identical on opposite corner. Like the earliest stage of holster wear on the slide of a carry pistol.
That's not too bad at all, but it would definitely be nerve wracking to have... Thanks for the update!
Telemachus said:
I am thinking of buying an extra set and plasti-dipping them:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Plasti-Di...03-6/202196703
I didn't know the bumpers had anything to to with the fingerprint sensor...
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I love this idea, bought GT-50 gun tape and it works great for a few days and starts to peal off.
Plasti Dip may be the answer.
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I love this idea, bought GT-50 gun tape and it works great for a few days and starts to peal off.
Plasti Dip may be the answer.
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Plasti dip is amazing.. Never thought to use it for the rails of the phone, that would be very cool. Best thing is, if you grow tired of the dip want to change color etc you can just make a small cut through the dip (most people use something like a standard screwdriver or a razor) and peels right off.
I might look into this, I'd love a dark blue on my bumpers to go with the black phone... Oooh...
I don't believe I will want to take down the phone to do it though. May look into doing so without it.
Matt
muddysmind said:
I love this idea, bought GT-50 gun tape and it works great for a few days and starts to peal off.
Plasti Dip may be the answer.
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No they dont my fingerprint reader works even without my hands on side
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Black and gold would have the most "premium" look. Now hopefully people will start breaking their new phones, so more replacement parts become available lol. Or, maybe the people that got review units will sell parts? Here's hoping.
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I bought the white intending to buy black back cover and simply aplying skinomi decals in black carbon fiber to the white parts in front. Actually the decals are on the way already. I have applied Di-Noc carbon wrap to the back of the clear Ringke cover because it was a finger print magnet. But the cover weighs down the phone too much for my liking on what is already a heavy phone compared to my feather light Note 3.
As for the Rose gold rails, I have clear wrap for cars left over. I cover them with that before the plating wears off or I scratch it. Man those things weigh down this phone. I have a cramp by the end of the day.
I would be cool if I could take them off, and still have a case. the side bards only make the phone wider. It seems it would be easier to hold without the metal bars, that are nothing more than cosmetic additions.
Yes they are big... But just a few screws holding them on. I could see the phone modding scene take off with custom bumpers. Flat ones would be a great first entry. Also a stylus bumper could be added to either side, with a thin styla style that clips on or slides in.
Honor 8 Sapphire Blue is awesome to see. But since it is bright, I would like to know from then previous users of Honor 8 that will the color fade ?
Will the glassy look disappear after some months ?
How is the quality of materials used in it ?
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Honor 8 Sapphire Blue is awesome to see. But since it is bright, I would like to know from then previous users of Honor 8 that will the color fade ?
Will the glassy look disappear after some months ?
How is the quality of materials used in it ?
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Hi, I am using the Sapphire Blue version for more than a month without using any phone case and screen protector. I did not notice any color fading as the color is beneath the glass surface. The color at the side of the phone is nice to look and nice to hold too, and it did not seem to fade as well.
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Hi, I am using the Sapphire Blue version for more than a month without using any phone case and screen protector. I did not notice any color fading as the color is beneath the glass surface. The color at the side of the phone is nice to look and nice to hold too, and it did not seem to fade as well.
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Thanks for the update. Hope so it will glow as it is for the upcoming months.
Since its a glass backed phone (like s6 and s7) I don't think color will fade,my friend have 1,5 year s6 in white and color didnt fade
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Since its a glass backed phone (like s6 and s7) I don't think color will fade,my friend have 1,5 year s6 in white and color didnt fade
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White and Black is Ok. Even it fades, we can't find it easily.
This one is blue that's why I'm asking.
vsriram92 said:
White and Black is Ok. Even it fades, we can't find it easily.
This one is blue that's why I'm asking.
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I don't think so, since the colour source is under the glass
From our experience, we haven't heard of any color fading on the device. We highly recommend purchasing one of our third-party cases to protect the device from accident damage or color fading. We appreciate the concerns and will forward your information to our product development team. (NS)
What about scrathes? Glass on both front and back mest mean more scrathes? Or?
If you get it all scratched up I suppose the color won't come through as well anymore?
For general use I don't think it will fade as others have said.
What's the point of getting a beatiful device and put a case on it just to prevent scratch? I wish back glass was more durable
PalakMi said:
What's the point of getting a beatiful device and put a case on it just to prevent scratch? I wish back glass was more durable
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Definitely mate, better glass, instead of better covers I hot a flipcase in leather for mine but I rarely use it cause it hides my beautiful phone:laugh:
My H7 that is:laugh:
PalakMi said:
What's the point of getting a beatiful device and put a case on it just to prevent scratch? I wish back glass was more durable
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Yeah I definitely agree.
I don't get why they market the beautiful design and then also suggest putting a case on it. I guess the clear case is a good middle ground.
It's probably all about the numbers. Will they make more money if the device was more scratch resistant? I suspect it takes more research and engineering and possibly materials to achieve that. Maybe the device would have to be more expensive to cover this extra cost and fewer people would buy it?
And if it scratches easily they can sell more cases too.
Looks like a typical business decision to me.
miva2 said:
Yeah I definitely agree.
I don't get why they market the beautiful design and then also suggest putting a case on it. I guess the clear case is a good middle ground.
It's probably all about the numbers. Will they make more money if the device was more scratch resistant? I suspect it takes more research and engineering and possibly materials to achieve that. Maybe the device would have to be more expensive to cover this extra cost and fewer people would buy it?
And if it scratches easily they can sell more cases too.
Looks like a typical business decision to me.
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I think u hit it spot on mate:good:
miva2 said:
Yeah I definitely agree.
I don't get why they market the beautiful design and then also suggest putting a case on it. I guess the clear case is a good middle ground.
It's probably all about the numbers. Will they make more money if the device was more scratch resistant? I suspect it takes more research and engineering and possibly materials to achieve that. Maybe the device would have to be more expensive to cover this extra cost and fewer people would buy it?
And if it scratches easily they can sell more cases too.
Looks like a typical business decision to me.
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I do agree with you, using higher-end material would make the device cost more
PalakMi said:
What's the point of getting a beatiful device and put a case on it just to prevent scratch? I wish back glass was more durable
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The main reason for buying this phone is to show off the people around us the excellent colors in the mobile. If use the case then I could for other mobile with normal plastic and get a great case to show it off..
vsriram92 said:
The main reason for buying this phone is to show off the people around us the excellent colors in the mobile. If use the case then I could for other mobile with normal plastic and get a great case to show it off..
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Wouldn't say the main reason, my main reason would be the price and the 4 GB ram:good:
HonorCasper said:
Wouldn't say the main reason, my main reason would be the price and the 4 GB ram:good:
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Great look is also a deciding factor in buying a mobile na...
vsriram92 said:
The main reason for buying this phone is to show off the people around us the excellent colors in the mobile. If use the case then I could for other mobile with normal plastic and get a great case to show it off..
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It's beautiful, however, if they added ff speakers like nexus 6p it would be perfect.
As far as design, nothing matches nextbit Robin
PalakMi said:
It's beautiful, however, if they added ff speakers like nexus 6p it would be perfect.
As far as design, nothing matches nextbit Robin
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I like the nextbit Robin colour but not the rectangular shape with sharp edges.
vsriram92 said:
I like the nextbit Robin colour but not the rectangular shape with sharp edges.
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I like the shape, but I wish there's a combo of mint caps and buttons with midnight body
Putting up a poll out of sheer curiosity.
Since these phones need a case, any dark color works fine.
Without a case they will get TKOed... have one from day one.
blackhawk said:
Since these phones need a case, any dark color works fine.
Without a case they will get TKOed... have one from day one.
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Yeah I plan on ordering a case for mine ASAP. I just need to figure out what one I want. I love the low-profile feel of my N10+ 5G when I don't have the case, but I'll admit that I've broken the digitizer a few times. Thank you for insurance and $39 LCD/Digitizer replacements. Haha
I was torn for the longest time, black or burgandy. In the end, black was my choice. Can't go wrong with black. And coming from the blue note 9, I missed black phones.
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I was torn for the longest time, black or burgandy. In the end, black was my choice. Can't go wrong with black. And coming from the blue note 9, I missed black phones.
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I've had the N10 in Aura Glow, White, and Black. I thought I would pick black, but the burgundy looks so good.
I have the Graphite on pre-order
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Yeah I plan on ordering a case for mine ASAP. I just need to figure out what one I want. I love the low-profile feel of my N10+ 5G when I don't have the case, but I'll admit that I've broken the digitizer a few times. Thank you for insurance and $39 LCD/Digitizer replacements. Haha
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Eventually Zizo will have a case. That's all I use on my N10+'s. Zero damage in spite of a dozen drops onto concrete. The Bolt provides full face plant protection which also helps holding the phone and accidental touches. A good case makes the phone easier to use. Pay special attention to the protection given to the spen corner as these are corner hitting phones when dropped... that is if it doesn't face plant
The problem is any impact that can damage the display, frame rail or rear cover can also take out the mobo, cam, etc. The mobo and cams are especially susceptible and intolerant to high G loading impacts and board flexing. What seems like minor damage can get very expensive and/or erratic behavior, failures.
Samsung has some clear cases on pre-order right now, with and without a kickstand. I will probably get one of those.
blackhawk said:
Eventually Zizo will have a case. That's all I use on my N10+'s. Zero damage in spite of a dozen drops onto concrete. The Bolt provides full face plant protection which also helps holding the phone and accidental touches. A good case makes the phone easier to use. Pay special attention to the protection given to the spen corner as these are corner hitting phones when dropped... that is if it doesn't face plant
The problem is any impact that can damage the display, frame rail or rear cover can also take out the mobo, cam, etc. The mobo and cams are especially susceptible and intolerant to high G loading impacts and board flexing. What seems like minor damage can get very expensive and/or erratic behavior, failures.
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yeah with the mechanical OIS that doesn't surprise me at all. That and lenses require pretty precise alignment as well. And all of the phones I've damaged have been from face plants....The rear has only been cracked once after I rolled onto it working under my car.
I went with black. I ordered the Spigen Rugged Armor and Tough Armor in black.
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yeah with the mechanical OIS that doesn't surprise me at all. That and lenses require pretty precise alignment as well. And all of the phones I've damaged have been from face plants....The rear has only been cracked once after I rolled onto it working under my car.
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I've been lucky with face plants as most were on level surfaces and it landed on the case guard. A couple drops though did catch the display, once the factory screen protector and a couple of times Gorilla IQ Sheild.
Both protected the display from a sure marring.
It's impossible to completely protect the display but you can do an adequate job most times.
The case should be slightly higher than the display on the sides and even higher on the ends.
Nghtmare said:
Samsung has some clear cases on pre-order right now, with and without a kickstand. I will probably get one of those.
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Hard polycarbonate doesn't absorb much energy from an impact.. if it doesn't absorb it, it can transfer it to the device. Good for scratch protection but a good corner hit on concrete will not be pretty.
blackhawk said:
I've been lucky with face plants as most were on level surfaces and it landed on the case guard. A couple drops though did catch the display, once the factory screen protector and a couple of times Gorilla IQ Sheild.
Both protected the display from a sure marring.
It's impossible to completely protect the display but you can do an adequate job most times.
The case should be slightly higher than the display on the sides and even higher on the ends.
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The worst part about this situation? I worked in a cell phone store as a flippin' repair tech for 6 1/2 years. If anyone should know better...It's me. LOL
vpr5703 said:
The worst part about this situation? I worked in a cell phone store as a flippin' repair tech for 6 1/2 years. If anyone should know better...It's me. LOL
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Lol, you're desensitized
The incredible amount of trouble a damaged or lost flagship phone would cause keeps me in check.
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Hard polycarbonate doesn't absorb much energy from an impact.. if it doesn't absorb it, it can transfer it to the device. Good for scratch protection but a good corner hit on concrete will not be pretty.
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In my opinion Spigen prices have increase a lot since the last time I bought from them. I want a clear case to show the Graphite colour.
I love the way the Burgundy looks. It's almost a shame to have to cover it up with a case.
Nghtmare said:
In my opinion Spigen prices have increase a lot since the last time I bought from them. I want a clear case to show the Graphite colour.
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I hear you but I think functionality and survivability are more important. The cost in time and aggravation outweigh the pretty face.
So all I look for is a dark colored phone to blend with the case. You could get a graphite grey case...
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I hear you but I think functionality and survivability are more important. The cost in time and aggravation outweigh the pretty face.
So all I look for is a dark colored phone to blend with the case. You could get a graphite grey case...
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Never mind, I went to the US website to check if they had any earlier today. I just found them on Amazon UK, and for some reason they are charging US people almost double. For example the Tough Armor is £19 here, and 45 dollars in the US. So I might buy 1 besides the Samsung case to check it out.
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Lol, you're desensitized
The incredible amount of trouble a damaged or lost flagship phone would cause keeps me in check.
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At least I've got insurance via Verizon. It's paid for itself about 3 times now.
Nghtmare said:
In my opinion Spigen prices have increase a lot since the last time I bought from them. I want a clear case to show the Graphite colour.
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You ordered an S22 Ultra and a $16 Spigen case is expensive? Okay then.
Spigen Rugged Armor
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