This is probably a small thing to other people but it is not to me.
I selected the Sony XPeria 5 III specifically because based on looking at photos I believed it had a rectangular screen (IE, no rounded corners). After setting mine up today, there is a small but definite rounded edge to the screen. This is the case even if I disable the Android-level screen corners (`adb shell settings put secure sysui_rounded_size 1` / `adb shell settings put secure sysui_rounded_content_padding 5`).
I am now thinking this is not something Android is doing but is the physical shape of the screen. If I take screenshots, the screenshots do not have corners, and if I shine a bright light on the screen when it is off, there is a difference in texture between the screen and the bezel, and the "screen textured" part has curved corners.
The rounded corners really bug me when I am trying to read. Is this the actual screen shape? Am I just screwed?
Looks slightly rounded to me... which I hate.
The Note 10+ and the Note 20U are both square cornered, a rarity.
I wonder if there's some way I can just make the device pretend it's 5 pixels shorter at the top and bottom, so I can't see the curves.
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I wonder if there's some way I can just make the device pretend it's 5 pixels shorter at the top and bottom, so I can't see the curves.
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So it turns out there used to be an "overscan" property you could set with ADB
Control android screen display with WM – Android Helpdesk
That could make the screen slightly larger or smaller than the displayed area, like
adb.exe shell wm overscan 0,-10,0,-10
But Google removed it in Android 11! The wm tool is still present but it appears the only thing it can do is set screen scaling, which is not useful to me. I saw a thread where someone suggested there was a way to get overscan back, but it required rooting.
But this is a Sony device, so rooting is gonna break the camera, right?
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I wonder if there's some way I can just make the device pretend it's 5 pixels shorter at the top and bottom, so I can't see the curves.
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I wouldn't lose sleep over it. Many vids don't extend to the corners anyway.
Truth be told the case I use on the N10+ actually covers a small portion of the display's corners. It's required for proper protection.
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I wouldn't lose sleep over it. Many vids don't extend to the corners anyway.
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As it turns out I don't watch videos on my phone... I spend 90% of my time on the phone in the Kindle and Libby ebook apps, where it just floods the screen with white... so the corners stand out really strongly.
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As it turns out I don't watch videos on my phone... I spend 90% of my time on the phone in the Kindle and Libby ebook apps, where it just floods the screen with white... so the corners stand out really strongly.
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Dark mode would help; don't burn up your retinas. I hate white screens...
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http://www.mobilefun.com/60260-official-samsung-galaxy-note-7-clear-view-cover-case-blue.htm
Not usually a fan of this type of case, but I kinda like it.
Corbitt74 said:
http://www.mobilefun.com/60260-official-samsung-galaxy-note-7-clear-view-cover-case-blue.htm
Not usually a fan of this type of case, but I kinda like it.
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Not bad. I'd buy it.
Gurren Lagann said:
Not bad. I'd buy it.
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Yea and it covers the front. With the concerns of softer materials may be a good choice when in transport.
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Yea and it covers the front. With the concerns of softer materials may be a good choice when in transport.
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I also don't usually buy flip cases like that but I think it would be perfect for the Note 7 since it's such a massive smartphone.
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I also don't usually buy flip cases like that but I think it would be perfect for the Note 7 since it's such a massive smartphone.
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My note 4 is bigger, but im digging this case.
I would try it.
After reading horror stories about these types of cases when I had my note 3, I stay away from these style of cases. By horror stories I mean people saying dirt and sand would get in there and scratch the screen when you closed the cover.
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If y'all like this Case, you should at least check this one out:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01JRP59JK/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm using it, and it's great. There's only a couple colors, but I'm really loving it so far.
oh, and it's much less expensive.
I got this case a few days before launch and Used it yesterday and the day I got the phone. Nice case, stylish. Kind of worried about it scratching tho because it is shiny plastic. Also I definitely recommend a screen protector with any such case
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My note 4 is bigger, but im digging this case.
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Best part about the removable battery is that the flip covers didn't add a lot of bulk since they would be part of the battery cover.
I love the clear view flip cover case, and it rarely gets any fingerprints on it. Shows all the notifications on the cover. Samsung redesigned it from last year's model, and it can no longer scratch your phone due to a new raised lip on the inside. I have the blue cover on a blue phone, and it's really beautiful, the back of the phone almost looks like it doesn't even have a cover on it, yet it never gets any smudges on it.
I got the black version of this case. The time and other bits that were visible under the case had this "glow" around them ... ie. they made the clock and the rest look fuzzy. I didn't think I could deal with it so I returned it
Also, the always on display of the Note 7 doesn't work with it. I kinda like this feature of the Note 7.
I'm digging the case but it has its downsides. Not much functionality apart from viewing notifications (tapping it tells you to open the cover to view it) and snoozing and dismissing alarms. No AOD, although, i understand why, because the clock is in a static position. But what's bugging me the most is the background color. I can accept the rest but not this. You'd think it would be black but its not. Its grey instead and lights up the whole screen making the magnet and the strip that connects the flap to the rear very noticeable in indoor lighting and in the dark. In darkness you can even see the inner rubber lip because the screen is lit. Being an SAMOLED screen why couldn't they keep it pitch black and only light up the clock and notification pixels?? I came from a HTC 10 with ice view case and that was so flush and better looking than this and that phone has a LCD!
Still rocking the clear view but I really wish it would just have a black background that's all. You can't seem to notice it in video reviews or outdoors as much but once you see it yourself, you'll know what I'm talking about.
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I'm digging the case but it has its downsides. Not much functionality apart from viewing notifications (tapping it tells you to open the cover to view it) and snoozing and dismissing alarms. No AOD, although, i understand why, because the clock is in a static position. But what's bugging me the most is the background color. I can accept the rest but not this. You'd think it would be black but its not. Its grey instead and lights up the whole screen making the magnet and the strip that connects the flap to the rear very noticeable in indoor lighting and in the dark. In darkness you can even see the inner rubber lip because the screen is lit. Being an SAMOLED screen why couldn't they keep it pitch black and only light up the clock and notification pixels?? I came from a HTC 10 with ice view case and that was so flush and better looking than this and that phone has a LCD!
Still rocking the clear view but I really wish it would just have a black background that's all. You can't seem to notice it in video reviews or outdoors as much but once you see it yourself, you'll know what I'm talking about.
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The blue version does not show the magnetic strip or the side flap at all when it is lit.
Only one disappointment on this case. No AoD. Maybe Samsung can modify the software to provide AoD also with the case closed.
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The blue version does not show the magnetic strip or the side flap at all when it is lit.
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Really? No silhouette of them? Wonder why it's happening with my black one then. I've read about it happening on the s6 edge sections too and that was with a blue case if not mistaken. I've ordered a UAG Magma anyways. I want the AOD and off screen memo.
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I'm digging the case but it has its downsides. Not much functionality apart from viewing notifications (tapping it tells you to open the cover to view it) and snoozing and dismissing alarms. No AOD, although, i understand why, because the clock is in a static position. But what's bugging me the most is the background color. I can accept the rest but not this. You'd think it would be black but its not. Its grey instead and lights up the whole screen making the magnet and the strip that connects the flap to the rear very noticeable in indoor lighting and in the dark. In darkness you can even see the inner rubber lip because the screen is lit. Being an SAMOLED screen why couldn't they keep it pitch black and only light up the clock and notification pixels?? I came from a HTC 10 with ice view case and that was so flush and better looking than this and that phone has a LCD!
Still rocking the clear view but I really wish it would just have a black background that's all. You can't seem to notice it in video reviews or outdoors as much but once you see it yourself, you'll know what I'm talking about.
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I purchased the gold color case and I don't have the problem you have. The background of the screen is black. Not grey. And I like the case as it felt solid. I like the edge of the case with silicone around it. And i bought OEM screen protector to protect the screen, because my Note 4 S view cover scratches my screen last time. The Screen protector works very well too, not peeling up at the side.
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Damn that ain't cool (for me) lol. I like the case too apart from the background color, makes it look a little cheap to be honest and I'm using the samsung screen protector as well. I've tried all the possible display options to see if it was one of them causing it. Reset the phone too, took it out and back into the case and same thing. I'll see if I can get some pictures up to show.
Edit: You can see in this picture I googled how it looks to me. Notice the silhouette of the flap and the magnet. You can also tell the whole screen is lit coz its plenty bright and if I lift the cover just a little bit to peek under I can see the background is grey
Hi,guys I have a s6 it's has a screen burn from the keyboard and whatsapp icons,will anything bad happen to the screen in due time?or is it safe to carry on using the phone(sorry I am not a expert in all this)
Seriously how did you manage to get a screen burn in?? On a phone...
XxM4tzexX said:
Seriously how did you manage to get a screen burn in?? On a phone...
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i am not sure if its really a screen burn,but a few marks on screen i could be wrong
Could you take a picture of your screen? To determine if it is burn in. Can't imagine because of would require to display the keyboard several hours if not longer.
It has like marks on the screen ,I changed covers it got reduced
Is it like scuffs on the screen it's self? Maybe from a case or something using against the screen? If you had a screen burn image left it would look roughly faint yellowish and cloudy, if it's not like a faint image of a icon or something along those lines.
Lol I have the same thing. The entire keyboard got burnt in and the WhatsApp logo. Extremely visible on white backgrounds. Happens when you put the S6 to full brightness and leave it on for a night or so. It is safe to carry, but dont expect the screenburn to go away
Here's the burn in on mine. Sorry the picture is not the best, I had to use an old Nexus 5 to take it. It was like that when I bought it. The lady that sold it to me owned it for a year and a half.
I'm a lot more careful about leaving images on the screen that will burn in. I even change my dock icons regularly.
Any recommendations for Huawei mate 9 Pro cases?
Just got the uag ice case definitely worth the money low profile yet protective, works good with film screen protector not tempered.
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JackieHack1 said:
Any recommendations for Huawei mate 9 Pro cases?
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I got a leather case for my google pixel from stilgut, it claims its genuine leather, texture is real good, you can find it on amazon
I picked up a this case.
It's very good quality and feels very nice however, the "always on" screen is no longer "always on". The case and it's smaller window is detected and when the phone first turns off the smaller clock appears on the right side of the screen however, after the timeout the clock turns off leaving me a blank screen.
If I remove the case, the normal "always on" screen function works perfectly.
Monty Burns said:
I picked up a this case.
It's very good quality and feels very nice however, the "always on" screen is no longer "always on". The case and it's smaller window is detected and when the phone first turns off the smaller clock appears on the right side of the screen however, after the timeout the clock turns off leaving me a blank screen.
If I remove the case, the normal "always on" screen function works perfectly.
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I have similar to this, but I got the official "Smart View" case, which is basically identical to this one, but not leather... Always On acts same way as you explained, however if i just open the front flap and turn the screen off, Always On displays... this is per design - the smartview case is not meant to have an AlwaysOn display in that little window, just when someone calls or you get a message, or alarm goes off does it turn on etc. It would have been great tho, if they did make it show the smaller Clock AOD type display in this window at all times (if I have AOD turned on).
Thanks.
So, it's not my case then that's at fault as you have the official case and it also has the same problem.
Oh well, hope Huawei read this and add it to the functionality for the next firmware.
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Thanks.
So, it's not my case then that's at fault as you have the official case and it also has the same problem.
Oh well, hope Huawei read this and add it to the functionality for the next firmware.
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Yeah it would be good, fingers crossed.. i'm not 100% on how the AOD works compared to that bar of display you can see thru the smartview window (as this is actually screen on in full but limited to that section. This feature has been available on a bunch of previous devices by Huawei, but AOD was only just introduced on this model). I guess they would have to modify the AOD to have 2 functional types, full screen AOD and then smartview window sized AOD...
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Yeah it would be good, fingers crossed.. i'm not 100% on how the AOD works compared to that bar of display you can see thru the smartview window (as this is actually screen on in full but limited to that section. This feature has been available on a bunch of previous devices by Huawei, but AOD was only just introduced on this model). I guess they would have to modify the AOD to have 2 functional types, full screen AOD and then smartview window sized AOD...
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The PRO has an AMOLED screen which allows this without destroying the battery performance. AMOLED only uses power for anything OTHER than black so, the small AOD clock with it's minimal pixels in use drains a tiny amount of battery as the vast majority of the screen isn't powered and left black. LCD (as used on the normal Mate 9) on the other hand actually uses a backlight (AMOLED doesn't) and that's why it's an "all or nothing" screen which also means it drains more power. My wifes S7 and my Note 7, both with AMOLED screens, did the "always on" thing. In particular, the Note 7 was excellent as it also showed next appointment and notifications.
The LG(?) has a separate LCD screen at the top of it that is tiny. As it's separate it's only a small amount of power used to light that screen and not the main screen.
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The PRO has an AMOLED screen which allows this without destroying the battery performance. AMOLED only uses power for anything OTHER than black so, the small AOD clock with it's minimal pixels in use drains a tiny amount of battery as the vast majority of the screen isn't powered and left black. LCD (as used on the normal Mate 9) on the other hand actually uses a backlight (AMOLED doesn't) and that's why it's an "all or nothing" screen which also means it drains more power. My wifes S7 and my Note 7, both with AMOLED screens, did the "always on" thing. In particular, the Note 7 was excellent as it also showed next appointment and notifications.
The LG(?) has a separate LCD screen at the top of it that is tiny. As it's separate it's only a small amount of power used to light that screen and not the main screen.
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Yeah ok, they would just need to adjust the AOD to display only thru the thin part of the Smartview window area, right now AOD displays smack bang centered in the AMOLED display (and too large for the area of this smartview window)... so as I suggested, they just need to modify the AOD service to detect that a SmartView Windowed case is On, then define the area of AMOLED screen to be used and make it slightly smaller for the AOD clock etc, instead of the putting it in full size in centre of the screen.
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Yeah ok, they would just need to adjust the AOD to display only thru the thin part of the Smartview window area, right now AOD displays smack bang centered in the AMOLED display (and too large for the area of this smartview window)... so as I suggested, they just need to modify the AOD service to detect that a SmartView Windowed case is On, then define the area of AMOLED screen to be used and make it slightly smaller for the AOD clock etc, instead of the putting it in full size in centre of the screen.
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Yup, exactly. Just a minor (Probably) software change.
Ringke is best and fits perfectly on the Huawei Mate 9 Pro. It is available in multiple color. It is crystal clear protection with advanced 2X tough coating enhances the Huawei Mate 9 Pro original look with minimal bulk. It is also soft flexible premium edges cover all four corners with guards and tapered lips to offer vital lift design for daily usage scratches.
Hello,
Received my Note10+ yesterday, so far love the device.
I just noticed today (this morning) on bright sun / light a gap of couple of millimeters on top of the screen.
Looks like screen is not going to the edge on top side only, is this normal?
Image / full size:
https://screens.urimage.link/20190830_074945.jpg
Please see image for better view / understanding.
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that gap is for the sensors and speaker
Thank you very much for your time and responding to this thread.
I am a little bit confused, isnt the speaker at the bottom?
I had Samsung S10+ until yesterday, and i do not remember seeing gap like this (its not the same phone, but, probably similar design / i might be wrong though).
Thank you
The gap in the middle 2 arrows are the cut out for the front speaker the other gaps are where the screen meets the frame sometime there bigger on different phones its hut and miss
But if it bothers you exchange it for one that fits a bit better
Thank you very much for responding.
I think i have 15 days to replace / return the phone (i will re-check), but, if its kinda normal, and possible on any other phone, even replacement, i do not think its wise to do it.
Once i put case on, i do not even think it will be that visible (hardly visible now as well if not on bright light).
Biggest concern if this would affect IP68 in anyway
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Thank you very much for responding.
I think i have 15 days to replace / return the phone (i will re-check), but, if its kinda normal, and possible on any other phone, even replacement, i do not think its wise to do it.
Once i put case on, i do not even think it will be that visible (hardly visible now as well if not on bright light).
Biggest concern if this would affect IP68 in anyway
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I think there is a way you can test the ip rating without obviously putting it in water
Back when I had the xperia phones you could squeeze the device and check the pressure didn't rise and stay risen to indicate its water tight
Thank you again for your time.
I decided to test that gap by pouring water on it for about 20-30 seconds, no issues at all.
I will not bother with this, will just enjoy the phone.
Thanks again.
The picture link is not working. From my understanding the only small gap should be in the center where the top speaker hole is. But the left and right side of the top speaker till the corner should not have any gap. I am having the same issue. I'm going to check to see if other models are like that.
Same, should not be there.
In the end i decided to return the phone.
Upon closer inspections took some photos and judging by other demo units on display. They all have that white line gap. Some are more noticable than others. But same line can be seen. I compared 3 different phones from different stores. They all exist. It's seems like that white line looks like maybe it's the adhesive glue. The middle does not have it where the ear speaker cutout is, where the ear speaker hole ends on both side left and right white line is visible because of the extra gap on both sides and it appears that the line stops before the corner on each side of the glass on the top. It's maybe nitpicking buts it's really annoying. I checked on the S10 it's not present on that model and none I see on the Note 9 too. I checked. And since it's like white color can be visible inside the small gap line on the top where the glass meets up with the metal frame.
I actually just discovered that I can get a piece of paper down between the top of the screen and the frame on my Note 10 +!!!??? All along the top of the glass - from the top left corner to the right?
Is this what you are talking about? And will the phone still be waterproof? (There could still be a rubber membrane that prevents water from entering the insides of the phone...)
Hi all.
Sorry my first post on reddit so hoping it is correct
Im thinking about buying the Oneplus 7T pro Mclarn. But I have read some posts about the round edges on the screen.
Are you tired of it?
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Nope
No. They don't bother me even after ~3 months of use. Wouldn't mind them even when the time comes for a replacement. But I'd prefer a flat normal display if it was offered.
No.
No.
I was very annoyed by the rounded edges on the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge but I barely notice the edges on the OnePlus 7 Pro.
I thought they were going to annoy me initially but to be honest, I don't even notice them anymore.
Nope
Haven't even noticed after a few months...
I consider myself round edges hater. It's just stupit. I wish the screen was normal.
That being said, the display is just too good... I'm unable to get annoyed by the round edges when everything else is just so good.
My main problem with the edges is the issues finding a working screen protector. Whitestone dome was tend to break on Pixel 2 XL even if i treated the phone very carefully.
I was sure OP7's rounded edges will cause problems, but luckily enough, Whitestone dome glass on this phone holds fantastic. No flaws whatsoever!
YES ! It's horrible! And the phone has round corners too ! That it's ugly too.
Yes and I find it pointless. Just as pointless as curved screens.
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YES ! It's horrible! And the phone has round corners too ! That it's ugly too.
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Yeah I'd be happy to see this trend go away and return to 16:9 display where all content scales correctly.
I'm Happy with edge to edge screen. NO to curved screen. Also a smaller phone/screen. Trend it's going to 7" screen. That's to much! Phone do not fit in any pocket.
A LED, like a thin line, on one side or both sides to signal notification, ..
Maybe to implement the new model of battery which it will be smaller and light weight.
I hate the rounded corner and edges. I'm going to get the 7T when they get TWRP working for it.
I love it, it gives a much smoother feeling. I reached the point , that I'm even looking for rounded corners in the apps, but unfortunately there's no always choice. Firefox, dialer, contacts.., etc look so "not matching" with the phone, with the sharp corners. I wish I could be able to make my own apps and rom too
I also thought at the first time, that it's not nice, like an old tv, that had this rounded corners and I was afraid that it gives that oldschool feeling, but I was wrong, saying after few months.
Didn't take long before I ordered a rear case. Found it uncomfortable without.
I think it makes large phones feel smaller and elegant
So no, I like it
I'm good with it, good thing as I'll hang on to it for a while
Personally not a fan of the rounded edges, but I'm fine with it relative to damned notches. I refuse to buy any phone with a notch and am glad to see that trend generally leaving.
Sad to see hole punches sticking around and made the choice to get the 7T Pro much easier (than waiting for the hole smacked 8).
Yes, I'm not a fan at all, it interferes with the way I like to hold the phone. I got used to them and now only sporadically I have issues with accidental touches etc., but I would prefer them to go away.
Definitely no longer a dealbreaker, because I love the phone otherwise, but annoyance nonetheless.