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For those with the sprint kickstand case

I bought the case but I won't be receiving my phone until tomorrow. I was wondering if the case scratches the phone at all. If its going to scratch my phone I'm probably going to return it or sell it.. I had a case on my og epic and it scratched the hell out of it..
Tapatalkin' it from my Epic 3g

Not yet but I could see how it might. I'll be keeping a close eye on this

can please provide a link to were you got the case?

Got mine from a local sprint store.. u can get it on sprint.com as well
Tapatalkin' it from my Epic 3g

http://www.amazon.com/Impact-Resist...DYJM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1316370145&sr=8-3
Cheapest you will find: $14.99 with micro cable. Beats Sprint's $29.99
Somebody on the forums said that this case made a hairline scratch on the back of their phone.

JBNAquatics said:
http://www.amazon.com/Impact-Resist...DYJM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1316370145&sr=8-3
Cheapest you will find: $14.99 with micro cable. Beats Sprint's $29.99
Somebody on the forums said that this case made a hairline scratch on the back of their phone.
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$14.99 + $4.99 shipping

I like the case, but I can't wait till there is a holster. I hate putting the phone in my pocket.
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SirWise23 said:
I like the case, but I can't wait till there is a holster. I hate putting the phone in my pocket.
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This one I got from hedocell.com. I have used this same brand case from them for other phones. Nice quality.
http://www.hedocell.com/Samsung-Epic-4G-Touch-Leather-Case-Pouch-Removable-2-Clips-Black.html
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you have to be careful about the case not scratching you. this thing has some very sharp edges.

madsquabbles said:
you have to be careful about the case not scratching you. this thing has some very sharp edges.
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Huh? I'm fondling mine now, and nary a sharp place to be found. Where exactly were you thinking is sharp?

Mine has some sharper parts on the outside but nothing that will cut or scratch. Just gets stuck on threads sometimes.
madsquabbles said:
you have to be careful about the case not scratching you. this thing has some very sharp edges.
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I'm taking mines back to the store. Didn't like the way it felt. Thought I would get use to it. Today I decided to take it off and my phone feels much better.
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I'm surprised that no one has commented on how cheap the kickstand feels. It's a pain to pull out the kick stand and when you do take it out it feels like it might break doing so. I'm returning this case and will get something better for $32. It's a 6/10 in my books.

I got the blk/clear purple case they offer for $21. Bumper all around the edges too. Loving it so far.
Sent far away from another galaxy....using my ET4G.

I just got it since it was the only case they had at my store and i like using a kickstand. I could care less if it breaks off the guy at the sprint store said he will replace it if it does since it has the 1 year warranty through them.
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I have one and have been using since Saturday. Its just ok. Don't really like the feel. Going naked so far today and love it
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ratchetjaw said:
I have one and have been using since Saturday. Its just ok. Don't really like the feel. Going naked so far today and love it
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Yep, that is why I'm returning mines.
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Do you get a full refund when you return it or do they charge a restocking fee. I get my phone today and I kind of feel like this is going to damage my phone
Tapatalkin' it from my Epic 3g

Scaplet said:
Huh? I'm fondling mine now, and nary a sharp place to be found. Where exactly were you thinking is sharp?
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then i must have a defective one. every edge is sharp. along the power button, volume... and all around everything. i really hate going to that sprint store. there's a minimum of 45min wait for each visit i've had in the last 2 months.
first time looking at it through a loop. where the top and bottom seams join there's an excess of plastic which is causing my sharp edges. i could just file them down instead of going to the store. that was my original plan.

Using mini ziplock bag till a better case comes out. All touch actions work fine.
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Gap on right between glass & bezel

I’ll post some pics later, but wondering if anyone else has a gap between the glass and bezel on the right side of the phone? The left side seems pretty flush with the glass.
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crapy pic, but here it is...

Take it back
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smellmyfingers said:
I’ll post some pics later, but wondering if anyone else has a gap between the glass and bezel on the right side of the phone? The left side seems pretty flush with the glass.
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Mines like that too. I thought it was normal. I was worried about crud getting in the crack but its been fine and doesn't affect anything on the phone.
I just tried to take a macro shot of it and had no luck. Wonder if I should swap it out. Really don't want to get stuck with one that actually has an issue.

i'm more worried about dust under the glass. having that gap, i'm sure it will

smellmyfingers said:
i'm more worried about dust under the glass. having that gap, i'm sure it will
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Closer inspection shows there is some dust in there but not a lot at all. I have 8 days to decide on swapping it. Don't know how many returns wirefly allows.

Where did you get your phone from? Would they swap it out for that.
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Jjday7 said:
Where did you get your phone from? Would they swap it out for that.
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From the corporate store off contract
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Mine does not have that issue.
To be fair, there is a tiny (I mean really tiny) gap on both sides but nothing that looks out of place. It appears it's by design.
Yours appears to be much worse.
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I pulled my case off just to check and i have a very noticeable gap on the left and bottom sides of my screen. Its not enough of a reason for me to exchange it but its there. I always have the body glove case on so i dont ever see it
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I believe that these small gaps are by design, seriously. Think about the dispersion of shock when the device hits the ground. If it was perfectly flush with the
metal it would be way more likely to crack instantly..with the gap some energy escapes giving the glass a small but crucial release of pressure.
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ingenious247 said:
I believe that these small gaps are by design, seriously. Think about the dispersion of shock when the device hits the ground. If it was perfectly flush with the
metal it would be way more likely to crack instantly..with the gap some energy escapes giving the glass a small but crucial release of pressure.
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i agree with that. but in the OPs pic you can see the metal underneath thats crazy

Mudkip said:
i agree with that. but in the OPs pic you can see the metal underneath thats crazy
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Mine looks like his but I only see the glue they use or whatever they use to seal the screen.

Yeah. The left side has a really small gap but the right is pretty big. Its big enough i can stick my fingernail in it.
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Thinking about doing an exchange but I'm worried about getting this issue
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1300133&highlight=quadrant
Seems to he pretty common. I personally dont have the issue or any issues build wise on my current phone. Its risky because I think I can only exchange one time.

Yeah. That's what I'm worried about. Going in to exchange it tomorrow morning and gonna check the hell out of the phone before I leave the store.
I noticed it more today when I got my TPU case and the right side would get caught up on the gap.
Better pics of the gap. one of the left with the smallest gap and one of the right like grand canyon (ok...may not as big, but close )

smellmyfingers said:
Yeah. That's what I'm worried about. Going in to exchange it tomorrow morning and gonna check the hell out of the phone before I leave the store.
I noticed it more today when I got my TPU case and the right side would get caught up on the gap.
Better pics of the gap. one of the left with the smallest gap and one of the right like grand canyon (ok...may not as big, but close )
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yeah that looks really bad. how how did you walk outta the store with it like that??
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Honestly. I was so excited about the phone i didn't even notice it.
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smellmyfingers said:
Honestly. I was so excited about the phone i didn't even notice it.
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First Android? Lol
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ingenious247 said:
First Android? Lol
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More like first 4.52 Samoled Plus super beast i'm guessing....
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imnothimm said:
More like first 4.52 Samoled Plus super beast i'm guessing....
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Exactly. Had android since the N1
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Back cover scratching/staining?

I always use a gel case on my galaxy s yet the back cover still has scratches and sort of smudges which don't go away. It's hard to explain. How do I get rid of them? Where can I get a different range of back covers?
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seeraj15 said:
I always use a gel case on my galaxy s yet the back cover still has scratches and sort of smudges which don't go away. It's hard to explain. How do I get rid of them? Where can I get a different range of back covers?
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If you're using a case and the battery cover now has scratches, I'd probably blame the case. It could be rubbing against the battery cover and scratching it.
You can purchase battery covers on eBay. Just search! They should be fairly cheap. If you find any good ones, post the links.

Same problem here.
I have to clean up silicone case and battery cover everyday to avoid scratches.

jorgemiguel4 said:
Same problem here.
I have to clean up silicone case and battery cover everyday to avoid scratches.
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It's probably just the material of the case, as I'm sure not everyone with a case on their phone has to worry about and deal with this.
Personally, I don't use a case and have zero scratches on my phone, screen or body.

upichie said:
It's probably just the material of the case, as I'm sure not everyone with a case on their phone has to worry about and deal with this.
Personally, I don't use a case and have zero scratches on my phone, screen or body.
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Same here, maybe the rubber casing is getting debris inside that are eventually scratching the back?
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Herman76 said:
Same here, maybe the rubber casing is getting debris inside that are eventually scratching the back?
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Yep. This is exactly what's happening.

It's not just scratches though. On the pattern bit in the battery theres some sort of staining. It's hard to explain what it is. l suppose it looks like dried glue
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anyone use screen protector?

I am using the screen protector and I can say that it is very first thing a man should do to the phone. It is very hard to put one, as the smallest piece of dirt (between the screen and protector) is seen as big bubble ... Order the cheapest ten pack from Ebay because you will destroy couple of them before you install it perfect.. I had those on my sgs for year, and it was scratched as hell..
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seeraj15 said:
It's not just scratches though. On the pattern bit in the battery theres some sort of staining. It's hard to explain what it is. l suppose it looks like dried glue
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it is grease, comes from hands. Clean it worth HIGHLY DILUTED alcohol or wet wipe then with microfiber cloth..
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I would be nice to have a metal black battery door the S2 does and they look sick
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I don't think it's grease because it simply does not come off. And the corners of the screen always attract dust
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I've tried using baby wipes but it didn't come off
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Well if it doesn't come off, what the heck did you put on your phone? Maybe it's a questonably cheap case and some weird plastic/rubber/alien residue from it has stained your phone? Provide pictures maybe?
Sounds strange, especially since you can't clean it off.

It looks like dried up snot lol but it isn't. I can't be the only one who also finds that the screen attracts too much dust especially in the corners and edges
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seeraj15 said:
It looks like dried up snot lol but it isn't. I can't be the only one who also finds that the screen attracts too much dust especially in the corners and edges
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I don't notice dust at all on my device, ever (unless I'm in working in a really dusty place, which happens, but I generally don't have my phone on me when I am). This could be just a geographical difference though.
Fingerprints are another story. Those are annoying. Dust, however, I don't even notice.

defenderko said:
I am using the screen protector and I can say that it is very first thing a man should do to the phone. It is very hard to put one, as the smallest piece of dirt (between the screen and protector) is seen as big bubble ... Order the cheapest ten pack from Ebay because you will destroy couple of them before you install it perfect.. I had those on my sgs for year, and it was scratched as hell..
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The Sgs screen is gorilla glass which is scratch proof so does not need a protector.
It is possible to scratch with the right tool but the pressure needed will go straight threw any protector too.
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scull2011 said:
The Sgs screen is gorilla glass which is scratch proof so does not need a protector.
It is possible to scratch with them right tool but the pressure needed will go straight threw any protector too.
You were very wrong in this, believe me ! Sharp keys can do wonders... gorilla glass is not so tough, there is a whole thread about it...
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Same here
I took the cover off and scrubbed it with a little soap,no effect.
If you look closely,you can see that those places are somewhat 'eroded',like somethings eaten away at it.
Maybe moisture build up?

Anyone not have their SIII in a case?

Just curious. I got my SIII on the 29th and haven't bothered with a case yet. My previous phone was an archaic Motorola Razr V3m that I had for 5 years and in that time I only dropped it a couple times on the carpet, and once it hit my closet door track which did put a ding on it. I'm thinking of just forgoing a case.

Only have ghost armor in mine. No hard case.
Dropped quite a few times. Usually just the battery case pops off in the harder falls. One fall left an slight dent that I didn't even notice till later.
Have dropped on sides and front. No screen cracks yet. No scratches...only because of the skin that covers the full body.
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I drop my phone like everyday so I cant take that risk .
I have 2 wallet cases even to protect my screen
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Where did you get the soft pouch? I love having those in my pockets tobjust slide the phone and out of there. I always have crap in my pockets having this will be nice.
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Never bother with cases, bulky, ugly and unpractical. Had everything from a Nokia to iPhone 4s. Dropped all at least once when getting out of the car with my good luck none ever broke just a chip lol. However a screen protector is a must for resale value, most people don't care about the back.
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Without a case I feel I'm going drop it or its going slip out my hand so, I got it in a case..
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I only use leather holders with belt clips for carrying. Never ise the permanent cases. With a case phone wont fit in windshield mount thats made just for this phone.
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I have a thin spigen case... Adds no bulk, and and keeps the camera glass off the table when I set it down. I never drop my phone so protection is not an issue, and just the screen (zagg), and the camera lens.
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I dropped once whit no case it was really like a 60cm drop and now when i have dark backgrounds at night i see black spots this phone is pretty sensitive its really suggested to buy a case..
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I always have a case on any phone I have. But I've been seeing so many Asian people (not racist, just my observation) in nyc that aren't rocking a case. Makes me nervous lol
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shahkam said:
I dropped once whit no case it was really like a 60cm drop and now when i have dark backgrounds at night i see black spots this phone is pretty sensitive its really suggested to buy a case..
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I've just recently noticed that they're 3 dark spots behind the glass myself. I only noticed it while I was flashing a ROM and it got stuck on just a black screen but was still illuminated. Wonder what that can be. I haven't dropped this phone that i can recall.
As far as cases go, I normally don't buy them but i do have a TPU case for this phone that i put on every now and then
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bdveteran18 said:
I've just recently noticed that they're 3 dark spots behind the glass myself. I only noticed it while I was flashing a ROM and it got stuck on just a black screen but was still illuminated. Wonder what that can be. I haven't dropped this phone that i can recall.
As far as cases go, I normally don't buy them but i do have a TPU case for this phone that i put on every now and then
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I have several of these dark spots at night while viewing stuff like an youtube video it can also be caused by pressure like lets say you've left it in your pocket and it may have gotten some pressure applied to it it can cause it also..
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shahkam said:
I have several of these dark spots at night while viewing stuff like an youtube video it can also be caused by pressure like lets say you've left it in your pocket and it may have gotten some pressure applied to it it can cause it also..
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This was a common issue with the t989(s2) right out of the box it's a defect call T-Mobile and get a free warranty replacement. Probably shouldn't mention the drop although pretty sure that has nothing to do with it as I'm on my second s3 and they have both had dark spots. It took me three tries to get a perfect s2

sbell7105 said:
This was a common issue with the t989(s2) right out of the box it's a defect call T-Mobile and get a free warranty replacement. Probably shouldn't mention the drop although pretty sure that has nothing to do with it as I'm on my second s3 and they have both had dark spots. It took me three tries to get a perfect s2
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Meh it doesn't bother me that much because i don't want to go through warranty exchange and re root cwm etc etc.. but thanks for letting me know !
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shahkam said:
Meh it doesn't bother me that much because i don't want to go through warranty exchange and re root cwm etc etc.. but thanks for letting me know !
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Yeah I plan on keeping mine for a while at least when my manufactures warranty is coming to an end I'll have a legit reason to get a brand new/refurb phone.

Yea those dark spots were bad on the t989 actually very bad. The gs3 is a long way from that but this is definitely the result of their amoled screen

I'm using a D30 case from T-Mobile but I have never dropped my phone, I rarely leave it out unless it's on the charger when I'm in bed. I don't get how people don't protect their devices in some way.

The glass of this phone seems to cracked too easily, so I bought a case for this phone. This is the first phone I ever feel that need a case. I had the galaxy s and the iphone 4 and both were never in a case.
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SGSIIIUser said:
The glass of this phone seems to cracked too easily, so I bought a case for this phone. This is the first phone I ever feel that need a case. I had the galaxy s and the iphone 4 and both were never in a case.
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I bought the GS3 at full price no contract or upgrade, I'm not trying to tell anyone how to take care of their things but if anyone is willing to just throw away 650$ because not having a case on their device is restricting then my hands are willing to catch it lol.
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Just a sunglasses bag.

[Q] Is It Plausible To "Sand" The Body Of The S3?

Long story short, I've got some minor damage to my S3 in which the paint has scrapped off. I see underneath it has a pretty sleek looking black body. I was thinking of getting some high grain sandpaper and just sanding the entire body down to the black. Possibly even getting a clear finish plastic paint and painting so it's smooth.
Do you guys think it's plausable? Anyone done this successfully?
Been thinking about doing it for a few weeks. Finally getting around to asking on here. Maybe I'll make it a weekend project..

I don't see why you couldn't as long as you didn't go crazy sanding it. I'd try on the battery cover first cause if it looks bad battery covers are only a few bucks on amazon.
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falcons2 said:
I don't see why you couldn't as long as you didn't go crazy sanding it. I'd try on the battery cover first cause if it looks bad battery covers are only a few bucks on amazon.
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I think op is talking about the bezel.
I personally wouldn't do it since the phone is basically plastic and glass. But hey, its your phone, do whatever you want to it.
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Why bother with all that?
Just buy a glossy black TPU cover for it. Pick one that's glossy black
The case will hide the damage perfectly and protect the phone from further bezel damage.
I like TPU over silicone because of its high gloss, low bulk and I can remove it easily from my pockets.

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I don't see why you couldn't as long as you didn't go crazy sanding it. I'd try on the battery cover first cause if it looks bad battery covers are only a few bucks on amazon.
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I was thinking this as well. I don't think it would take much to sand off the paint coat.
Da Kine said:
I think op is talking about the bezel.
I personally wouldn't do it since the phone is basically plastic and glass. But hey, its your phone, do whatever you want to it.
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Yes, I'm talking about the entire phone (body and cover). It's not a lot of surface area to cover. I'm not talking about removing the glass and sanding down the front face.
Panamon said:
Why bother with all that?
Just buy a glossy black TPU cover for it. Pick one that's glossy black
The case will hide the damage perfectly and protect the phone from further bezel damage.
I like TPU over silicone because of its high gloss, low bulk and I can remove it easily from my pockets.
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I don't care about the damage, honestly, its' not bad. It's more for the look. As for TPU case....I HATE cases. I think they look ugly, regardless of how sleek they are. I like my phone to look the way it was designed.

So I was thinking about using 220-240 for initial sanding and then like 600 for smoothing.
My only concern is trying to find an effective way to cover the tiny space between the screen and the bezel. I don't want it to fill up with particles.

I didn't say you were going to remove the front glass. I said the phone is mainly made up of plastic and glass.
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Da Kine said:
I didn't say you were going to remove the front glass. I said the phone is mainly made up of plastic and glass.
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Sorry, I was playing super heroes with my son and had a Spiderman full body suit on. I could hardly see the screen lol.

uoY_redruM said:
Sorry, I was playing super heroes with my son and had a Spiderman full body suit on. I could hardly see the screen lol.
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"...ANDDDD SPIDERMAN SAVES THE- wait hold on a sec, let me check my thread in xda. and let me type a quick reply...done! alright...now where were we?"
you know you're rooted when...

saranhai said:
"...ANDDDD SPIDERMAN SAVES THE- wait hold on a sec, let me check my thread in xda. and let me type a quick reply...done! alright...now where were we?"
you know you're rooted when...
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hahaha :highfive:
We started playing and I was like "hold on one second buddy, I'm checking something really fast" and he's standing there in his Iron Man costume saying "hurry up dad, we have to get mom she's setting a trap!"
Damn phone addiction

uoY_redruM said:
hahaha :highfive:
We started playing and I was like "hold on one second buddy, I'm checking something really fast" and he's standing there in his Iron Man costume saying "hurry up dad, we have to get mom she's setting a trap!"
Damn phone addiction
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gotta admit, that son of yours has some serious creativity

saranhai said:
gotta admit, that son of yours has some serious creativity
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Yeah dude, he really does. He's extremely creative.
Starts pre-k in two weeks too. Growing up so fast.
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I'm not sure if I'm joking but worst case if you screwed up the bezels grayish tint and it fails miserably, I'd probably use nail polish.
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