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Clear Battery Door?

I was at the HTC launch event for the Aria this week in Chicago, and one of HTC's representatives discussed the future release of clear battery doors for the Aria in order to show off the phone's yellow interior. These would be produced by HTC.
I would love the same for the EVO. Has anyone seen one?

There aren't any as of yet. It's been suggested, but nobody makes one. You can buy any kind of battery door at the moment.
I suggest getting a clear case and removing the battery cover and putting on the case instead.
There's another thread here about the battery cover and someone said a site is working on making their own but no ETA.

It's funny how they try to "bling" up phones. When I was reading all the reviews for the evo before it was released, they were talking about the "ferrari red" battery and compartment. Now a clear case to show off the battery and compartment. I'd buy one. But I have a case on my phone so it wouldnt do much good.
good idea though, definitely.

I looked into having some made. 10k for a mold. Price per piece wasn't bad, but that initial investment is a killer.

wrxlvr said:
I looked into having some made. 10k for a mold. Price per piece wasn't bad, but that initial investment is a killer.
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Huh, I wonder what the wife will think when I bring it up.
I just picked up a clear case off ebay for $6 shipped, I'll remove the battery cover and take a picture of it when it gets here next week.

im working on making a clear battery door right now actually.. doing mold tomorrow. Should have a few in a week..
need to create a site with the paypal info tonight actually..

joey3002 said:
im working on making a clear battery door right now actually.. doing mold tomorrow. Should have a few in a week..
need to create a site with the paypal info tonight actually..
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Brilliant! Put me down as an individual interested in purchasing one.

kpoz said:
Brilliant! Put me down as an individual interested in purchasing one.
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thanks, xda will be 1 of first places i release these at..

joey3002 said:
thanks, xda will be 1 of first places i release these at..
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Any idea how much they're going to run?
Count me in as well..=)

I bet $50 he never makes a usable battery cover.
These forum part-makers never pan out.

scirio said:
I bet $50 he never makes a usable battery cover.
These forum part-makers never pan out.
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wow.. seriously? I work for a prototyping company.. so i have all the tools i need to make this. You want to bet 100?
as for price.. without locking in, probably around 14.95 or 16.95 free shipping.. but XDA will get first crack (except scirio )

joey3002 said:
wow.. seriously? I work for a prototyping company.. so i have all the tools i need to make this. You want to bet 100?
as for price.. without locking in, probably around 14.95 or 16.95 free shipping.. but XDA will get first crack (except scirio )
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I'll be interested in buying one! Please PM me as soon as you have them for sale

joey3002 said:
wow.. seriously? I work for a prototyping company.. so i have all the tools i need to make this. You want to bet 100?
as for price.. without locking in, probably around 14.95 or 16.95 free shipping.. but XDA will get first crack (except scirio )
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Haha price sounds good. I'm subscribed to the thread, so post here when they are available for purchase.

NOBEL! Me too please? Thanks
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I'll take 4 please
I hope this works out well, this is a super cool idea!

I added a poll, Joey, so you can gauge how many individuals at xda are interested in purchasing a clear battery door.

I did it for ~$14. (including shipping)
i bought the Azmer clear hardcase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003M2Y4D2/ref=oss_product
Took off the back cover from my phone and joined the front and back together for the hard case.
Voila, clear back cover.

sanjsrik said:
I did it for ~$14. (including shipping)
i bought the Azmer clear hardcase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003M2Y4D2/ref=oss_product
Took off the back cover from my phone and joined the front and back together for the hard case.
Voila, clear back cover.
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Not a bad idea, but I'm assuming that most of us in this thread don't want to add any extra bulk to the phone, hence the idea of a clear battery door.

sanjsrik said:
I did it for ~$14. (including shipping)
i bought the Azmer clear hardcase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003M2Y4D2/ref=oss_product
Took off the back cover from my phone and joined the front and back together for the hard case.
Voila, clear back cover.
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Yeah, not the same. Having a case adds additional bulk. I'm doing the same thing, but only until I can get an actual clear battery cover.

Sirchuk said:
Yeah, not the same. Having a case adds additional bulk. I'm doing the same thing, but only until I can get an actual clear battery cover.
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Not sure what extra bulk you're talking about, but okay. The thing is 3millimeters thick. I'm not too worried about adding 3millimeters.
But, whatever you think. I'm getting a hard case and not having a back cover. Phone protected and it looks kind of cool.

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hmmm...looks pretty decent... think i will buy this, though i am also planning on getting a 3500mah battery + cover.i m guessing this wont fit, right? what a dilemma!!

psycho2097 said:
hmmm...looks pretty decent... think i will buy this, though i am also planning on getting a 3500mah battery + cover.i m guessing this wont fit, right? what a dilemma!!
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everything but the back casing that covers the battery would. but if you're anything like me. you can always make it look cool regardless.

Looks pretty nice .... was looking for something like this ...... thanks

task650 said:
everything but the back casing that covers the battery would. but if you're anything like me. you can always make it look cool regardless.
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U got me thinking there..care to explain?
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psycho2097 said:
U got me thinking there..care to explain?
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Well... if you're thinking about upgrading to one of the extended batteries then one way to make it so that the battery cover looks alright with this decal would be to make one cut and have it be 2 pieces. with the pattern thats on it if you were to just cut along one of the lines and have the gap somewhere toward the bottom or the top it would still look pretty decent. I've actually been thinking about getting an extended battery myself. I might just order one tonight and then do this myself. I will post this pics when i do.

oh. and another way around buyin the extended battery would just be to buy another stock OEM battery. you can pick one up for about $12-13 now. that's what i have. and depending on the rom you're running you can get pretty awesome battery life. I'm running firefly and phoenix roms and i get between 20-35 hours out of a single charge and i never even have to use my spare battery.

Yes same here, I also ordered an extended battery. I just can't be bothered 2 carry an extra battery...too lazy...
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psycho2097 said:
Yes same here, I also ordered an extended battery. I just can't be bothered 2 carry an extra battery...too lazy...
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ya totally. i think i've only carried my spare once because i went camping. well. if you like speed, stability, and awesome battery life check out the phoenix and firefly roms. you wont need the extended or spare batts.

task650 said:
ya totally. i think i've only carried my spare once because i went camping. well. if you like speed, stability, and awesome battery life check out the phoenix and firefly roms. you wont need the extended or spare batts.
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+1
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just ordered!! was putting it on hard? any problems so far?

i like the skin, but too expensive and a lot of space uncovered in the edge

hazard96 said:
just ordered!! was putting it on hard? any problems so far?
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Not hard at all to put on. took less than 5 minutes

kakahoang said:
i like the skin, but too expensive and a lot of space uncovered in the edge
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actually it covers literally most of the phone. its way better fitting than any of the other skins out there so far. I've bought a ton of these and none of them are this high of quality. you would seriously need to feel this thing to believe it. the guy who's making them is giving $5.00 off if you take some pics of them and post them somewhere on the net. so really it doesn't cost much at all.

task650 said:
actually it covers literally most of the phone. its way better fitting than any of the other skins out there so far. I've bought a ton of these and none of them are this high of quality. you would seriously need to feel this thing to believe it. the guy who's making them is giving $5.00 off if you take some pics of them and post them somewhere on the net. so really it doesn't cost much at all.
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Does it adds any bulk to the phone? How thick is the skin anyway?
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.013 inches thick.... give or take thickness of a pube hair...
its about as "thick" as "thin" construction paper...

Just ordered price drop to 9.99 + 5.00 shipping can't wait i won't have to use a case anymore

41LY45 said:
Does it adds any bulk to the phone? How thick is the skin anyway?
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Nope. it doesn't add any bulk. it feels really nice with the texture. i love this thing.

Nice, need to inquire if they ship internationally though. Thanks!
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still waiting on mine, shipping is slow

Powerskins coming for Vibrant.

Go over to their site and register, when they're available they'll send you a discount code. I've been wanting one.
Don't blame me, blame my keyboard's autocorrection algorithm.

Here is the link
Powerskin for Vibrant
Click "Buy Now!" fill out your information and you will be sent an email in April, as well as a coupon code.

Double the battery and it shouldn't be too bulky on an already thin phone... I'll take one thanks

I can't wait for this

Looks cool!

How much are you guys willing to pay for this? I wont pay more than $45, I'd rather pay that amount for the FFC that works now.

I agree
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Battery problem somewhat resolved..... but seems expensive!

Hopefully the discount code they give us is generous
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badaphooko01 said:
How much are you guys willing to pay for this? I wont pay more than $45, I'd rather pay that amount for the FFC that works now.
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I am such a battery junkie, I would pay $45 for double the battery life. I am thinking the coupon will give like free shipping for $5 dollars off.

This looks good, actually the only extended battery item I would consider.

can someone describe a little more about this?
does it hold an extra battery? does it have a built in battery that is 2x the capacity?

think i wouldn't buy any extended battery life w/case cause it makes it too bulky. that picture don't seems too thick but once u put it on it would make lot difference. and it beats whole purpose of getting thin sexy vibrant. i rather wait for actually battery it self. i heard in korea soon releasing the battery

They already have a code for 25% off and free shipping, using the code "CHARGEON" at checkout.
It's under the "Where to buy" button.

IuNlockeM said:
think i wouldn't buy any extended battery life w/case cause it makes it too bulky. that picture don't seems too thick but once u put it on it would make lot difference. and it beats whole purpose of getting thin sexy vibrant. i rather wait for actually battery it self. i heard in korea soon releasing the battery
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^^This^^Spot on!

IuNlockeM said:
think i wouldn't buy any extended battery life w/case cause it makes it too bulky. that picture don't seems too thick but once u put it on it would make lot difference. and it beats whole purpose of getting thin sexy vibrant. i rather wait for actually battery it self. i heard in korea soon releasing the battery
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Battery itself??? What kind of battery is that youre expecting? 1650 mah or higher? And it's suppose to be the same size like vibbie batt? Can u send me a link or something to that news because i didn't know. Thank you
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Doesnt seem like a bad deal. The my touch case is $59. I paid $30 for my case mate tough case.

It's an excellent deal. I've seen these on IPhone and they are pretty frikken thin, it's essentially all battery over the dimensions of the case so you don't have that retarded 4" thick phone you get with the 2300 mah batts. I have 3 batts and an external charger and it's a pain in the ass to have to reboot several times a day.
Don't blame me, blame my keyboard's autocorrection algorithm.

Notice on the side profile pics that the backside no longer has a hump. You can gauge from there how much thicker your phone might be.
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IuNlockeM Are you talking about the Vibrant 4g battery?

Which one?

Okay so I was thinking of vertigo a OEM extended battery but I was reading engadget today and then I stumbled across this http://power-skin.com/battery-cases/ap1509thb/htc-thunderbolt.html
What do you guys think? Worth it? Or should I just go extended battery
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That looks pretty slick! Seems like it adds a fair amount of bulk to the phone though.

looks sick, depends if you want the buldge of the extended battery or this

either way you are going to get some bulk. but i must say that power skin looks mighty sexy!

It looks real nice but it covers the kickstand

Extended battery all the way, I didn't want to get it because of the added bulk. But after a couple days you realize is really isn't that bad at all, and actually helps when holding the phone in landscape mode.
Not to mention i'm getting a consistent 35-40+ hours out of a full charge with it.

Isn't there an upgradable battery which doesnt require a new door (no bulge)? Maybe a 1700mah?

robert90262 said:
It looks real nice but it covers the kickstand
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It not only covers the stand, it adds another layer over the speakers. The Bolt isn't loud enough as is, good luck with the muted rings.
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revs9k01 said:
Isn't there an upgradable battery which doesnt require a new door (no bulge)? Maybe a 1700mah?
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I've got two of them. The only thing 1700mah about them are the stickers on them. They're stock 1400mah batteries that unethical sellers re-labeled.
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FlyGrip on the Galaxy S III - Free Shipping too!

Did a full review video for the flygrip on the Galaxy S III! Figured you guys would like to see it...
You can use the code QBKING77 and get free shipping!
Check out the video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWIafpPjNw4

Not working.
Never mind, working now.

I need to get one of these once I figure it just case situation. How will this affect the upcoming charging mat btw?
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contradude said:
I need to get one of these once I figure it just case situation. How will this affect the upcoming charging mat btw?
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Have they shown the inductive charging back for the GS3 yet?

Not that I've seen yet. Easy touchstone mods if you're slightly crafty though
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I would pick one up but $30 seems expensive for what it is. I do like it tho.

Thanks for bringing this product to my attention. They also have a deal on a free case with a order. I just placed my order. Thanks again man.

Thanks for posting, I ordered it.
The free cases were unavailable

I cant believe people are paying $30 for that.
Pay me $25 and I will train you on how to hold your phone. Deal?

I think this is great. Ordered 2. Couldn't leave the gf out. She saw it and said "i need that for my galaxy note".
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I wanted to see the free case that comes with it. However, I really like the idea. I could purchase an extra back for my phone so I could just swap backs when I am leaving the house. I WISH I could see this in stores first as I have watched the video on how to tell which size to use, but I am not sure as to how far down on my fingers I would hold the phone. I also would like to see how easy it would be to pull the adhesive of; I would hate to substitute this as a case and then be out in the Texas heat with this thing on and the adhesive wear off, sending my $600 phone plummeting to its death. However, pretty good review I will keep my eyes on this accessory.
Oh, and I am also curious as to much thicker the small and medium
TL;DR: I need to see this in person first before I spend $30.

ImARaptor said:
I wanted to see the free case that comes with it. However, I really like the idea. I could purchase an extra back for my phone so I could just swap backs when I am leaving the house. I WISH I could see this in stores first as I have watched the video on how to tell which size to use, but I am not sure as to how far down on my fingers I would hold the phone. I also would like to see how easy it would be to pull the adhesive of; I would hate to substitute this as a case and then be out in the Texas heat with this thing on and the adhesive wear off, sending my $600 phone plummeting to its death. However, pretty good review I will keep my eyes on this accessory.
Oh, and I am also curious as to much thicker the small and medium
TL;DR: I need to see this in person first before I spend $30.
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From what I hear, they should be in stores pretty soon!

Ugh, I still can't decide on a color for my blue one :/
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burnnhell said:
I think this is great. Ordered 2. Couldn't leave the gf out. She saw it and said "i need that for my galaxy note".
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She will definitely need that for the galaxy note!

Jbluna said:
Ugh, I still can't decide on a color for my blue one :/
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I would think black would be best... White might look pretty neat too

qbking77 said:
Did a full review video for the flygrip on the Galaxy S III! Figured you guys would like to see it...
You can use the code QBKING77 and get free shipping!
Check out the video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWIafpPjNw4
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Nice woulda been nice to have know about this with the Samsung Galaxy Note.

It's good that there is free shipping but after watching the videos the guy did say that they are available at Inmotion stores...mostly
in airports. Here is a link to the site.
http://www.inmotionstores.com/locations.html
Put that good phone to use and give them a ring to make sure it is in stock before you go.

Just got this today. The thing looks quite functional, but I wonder how durable it is in the long run?
The case seems like generic black TPU, feels a bit rubbery. Although, I haven't owned a phone case in a while so I can't say. I'm on the fence about it, but will put it through its paces before passing judgment.

Davidion said:
Just got this today. The thing looks quite functional, but I wonder how durable it is in the long run?
The case seems like generic black TPU, feels a bit rubbery. Although, I haven't owned a phone case in a while so I can't say. I'm on the fence about it, but will put it through its paces before passing judgment.
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I've had mine on other phones for a while now and it has lasted... No issues with it wearing out!

Wond3r said:
I cant believe people are paying $30 for that.
Pay me $25 and I will train you on how to hold your phone. Deal?
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Training us to hold the phone is not the point. I can't even reach the Menu button or a lot of real estate on this phone much less hold it without the threat of dropping it while trying to operate one handed. With one of these my thumb will be able to reach all areas of the screen with no danger of me dropping the phone. There are many times when one-handed usage is ideal, but this phone is so large for most it's not possible. I bought one just the other day and only wish I had happened upon this thread first to get the free shipping. Did get a free case, though.
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qbking77 said:
I've had mine on other phones for a while now and it has lasted... No issues with it wearing out!
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Just wondering if once on is there any method to loosen the adhesive to take it off. Due to dropping my first phone I have an extra case as well as an extra battery. I'm planning on using both cases-will place Flygrip on one and leave the other original. I'm just thinking I might not like the color (I ordered white for my blue S3) and may order another color and take the first one off.