Scratched my Inc Screen.. any fixes? - Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

like i said i wanna get rid of the scratches but i dont know if its possible.
Any thoughts?
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Buy a replacement screen or a broken phone from Craig's list for parts.
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the scratches are tiny. and that would take to much effort. there is no glass repair solution?
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I found this post in the vibrant forum from a guy that polished some scratches out of his screen. It took him literally hours of wet sanding and polishing with a drill to get results. Based on the trouble he went through, I think replacing the screen would be less work. YMMV

Accidentally brick your phone and file a warranty claim.
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i dont have insurance.. ill just live with the minor imperfection i suppose
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I have the same prob. Tried the white toothpaste trick. It worked a little bit but its not worth the effort.

Rubbing compound is a little more aggressive than toothpaste. I like 3M Fine Cut. Any auto parts store will have it for about $6 per bottle.
Try it on a piece of sacrificial plastic first. An old CD jewel case or an ancient digital camera's screen. Hell, even your car's headlights (5 minutes each will de-glaze them nicely). Figure out how the stuff works. Then go to town on your phone.
Disclaimer: I've done auto detailing semi-professionally for years.

sharka9x said:
Rubbing compound is a little more aggressive than toothpaste. I like 3M Fine Cut. Any auto parts store will have it for about $6 per bottle.
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I have a few things I can try this out on. Thanks for the heads up.

Mine got scratched up the day after I bought it (my daughter drug it along my hardwood floors my the charging cord. lol) Finally, after staring at the imperfections every day for over a year, I bought a new digitizer on eBay for like $25. My DInc looks brand new now!!!

meh to much work
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sharka9x said:
Rubbing compound is a little more aggressive than toothpaste. I like 3M Fine Cut. Any auto parts store will have it for about $6 per bottle.
Try it on a piece of sacrificial plastic first. An old CD jewel case or an ancient digital camera's screen. Hell, even your car's headlights (5 minutes each will de-glaze them nicely). Figure out how the stuff works. Then go to town on your phone.
Disclaimer: I've done auto detailing semi-professionally for years.
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Ill second this... Headlights are super easy to do, I imagine a phone screen would take like 2 minutes. Maybe.
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Little off topic but Sacrificial Plastic is a great band name.

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Dust in my screen

There is an awful lot of dust building up in the bottom left corner of my screen making it really hard to see the screen excpecially when im outside.
Anyone ever have this issue or know an easy way how i can get it out of there?
I have a good bit of dust above the back and search keys. It's starting to get annoying. Especially on black backgrounds.
My 3rd generation iPod touch had the same problem. But I have the 4th gen and there's no dust whatsoever. But I'm pretty sure the screen and glass are fused together somehow.
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I have this same issue on my old phone (D2), there's dust underneath the top layer of the screen that I can't seem to get out. Would definitely be interested in a solution for this.
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Dust in my screen, all we are is dust in my screen, yaaaa all we are is dust in my screen!
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Same problem here but in the top left and now middle of the screen. When I had my Storm I took it in for this and they did replace the phone for me. Right now though I finally got a good dinc after two bad refurbished ones so I think I may hold onto it until my warranty runs out then take it apart and try to clean the dust out myself. From the disassembly videos it looks pretty easy but my only concern is that there is a missing (probably just a foam strip) and this will keep happening. I'd be interested to hear of other people with the same issue and their fixes. The dust is pretty annoying for me too, and especially noticeable in the sun.
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Do you guys use invisishield? With my shield an silicone case. , my phone is completely encased.
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I like to run all my stuff nude. No case, no screen protector. Save for my iPad, it has the Apple case so its easier to type on. No screen protection though. I prefer the feel of the glass.
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BrettApple said:
I like to run all my stuff nude. No case, no screen protector. Save for my iPad, it has the Apple case so its easier to type on. No screen protection though. I prefer the feel of the glass.
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The shield is awesome, well worth it. Feels great and does not scratch. The silicone has saved my bacon more than once. Phone looks brand new, had it since day one.
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+1 for screen protector (invisishield is too sticky for me, I like the cheap ones). But if you can't get dust out with compressed air I know I've spilled many solvents on my screen and haven't dissolved it yet (nearly have my Chem degree)
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+1 for screen protector (invisishield is too sticky for me, I like the cheap ones). But if you can't get dust out with compressed air I know I've spilled many solvents on my screen and haven't dissolved it yet (nearly have my Chem degree)
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My invisishield is not sticky at all, almost a lubed feel. Its amazing. I like it cause it doesnt scratch and its harder to fingerprint.
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Dust in my screen, all we are is dust in my screen, yaaaa all we are is dust in my screen!
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dust in the screen, dust in the screen, looking like a fool with dust in your screen!!
Sorry im a loser
I had an invisible shield for a few months. It was ok, but it started getting dents in it. And they were annoying. Ive been without a screen protector for about 5 months now. And it hasn't scratched the screen at all. There is some scratches on the bottom right corner, but that's just the glass. Not on the screen part. I've even put it in my pocket with my keys a few times on accident.
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incubus26jc said:
dust in the screen, dust in the screen, looking like a fool with dust in your screen!!
Sorry im a loser
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Lol, i was just thinking of the old song by kansas when i read this post!
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Duplicate post. Xda app fail.
Ok, here's a picture.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/3683218/HTC_Incredible_Dust.JPG
Damn. Same thing on the D2 I'm getting rid of, not that much dust though. Anyone have any ideas to get that **** out?
I'm fighting with this issue as well, I never had a problem until the glass shattered and i took it apart and replaced it. A couple of weeks ago I took the phone apart again, dusted the screen & glass and put it back together with a piece of tape where I thought the dust would accumulate, to no avail.
My next idea is to find an extremely thin, black, rubberized material to wedge between the glass and the bezel. I have a feeling that there is some kind of lining missing.. Not sure what I wanna use just yet though for this.
Either way I have to take apart the phone one more time to get the dust out. Ill have to have my gf's phone with me to compare as well, maybe see if I can straight up see a piece in hers that isn't in mine.
DustinBooyah said:
I'm fighting with this issue as well, I never had a problem until the glass shattered and i took it apart and replaced it. A couple of weeks ago I took the phone apart again, dusted the screen & glass and put it back together with a piece of tape where I thought the dust would accumulate, to no avail.
My next idea is to find an extremely thin, black, rubberized material to wedge between the glass and the bezel. I have a feeling that there is some kind of lining missing.. Not sure what I wanna use just yet though for this.
Either way I have to take apart the phone one more time to get the dust out. Ill have to have my gf's phone with me to compare as well, maybe see if I can straight up see a piece in hers that isn't in mine.
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Please post up when you compare the two or figure out a way to seal the dust out. None of the other replacement incredibles I've had ever got any dust in them, and this one just keeps getting worse.
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NemesisXV6800 said:
None of the other replacement incredibles I've had ever got any dust in them, and this one just keeps getting worse.
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Just for the record. My friend has an SLCD model and his doesn't have any dust. Mine is an original AMOLED (Manufactured 4/2/2010). Got it on launch day (4/29/2010). And I believe he got his in November.
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I dont have any dust... weird.

Bezel Replacement

I am ordering a new genuine OEM T-989 enclosure. I have seen a lot of people replace the screen digitizer combination. I have not seen any body remove the digitizer and screen from the bezel and mid frame.
Has anybody done this?
Does anybody have any information on this?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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shnn2011 said:
I am ordering a new genuine OEM T-989 enclosure. I have seen a lot of people replace the screen digitizer combination. I have not seen any body remove the digitizer and screen from the bezel and mid frame.
Has anybody done this?
Does anybody have any information on this?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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I was going to do this till I see how difficult it is. It is almost impossible to separate the bezel from the digitizer with out breaking the screen. YouTube it.
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yeislak said:
I was going to do this till I see how difficult it is. It is almost impossible to separate the bezel from the digitizer with out breaking the screen. YouTube it.
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not true, all you need is a heat gun/blow dryer and a steady hand + a pry tool.
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not true, all you need is a heat gun/blow dryer and a steady hand + a pry tool.
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Any advice on temperature settings and adhesive replacement / pry tool?
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I got sand paper and took all the chrome off the bezel. Come to find out the plastic is a matte black. Looks sick and my phone doesn't look like crap anymore. Looks brand new. Will post pics later if interested.
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yeislak said:
I got sand paper and took all the chrome off the bezel. Come to find out the plastic is a matte black. Looks sick and my phone doesn't look like crap anymore. Looks brand new. Will post pics later if interested.
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What grain sand paper did you use? And any special technique in the sanding process?
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What grain sand paper did you use? And any special technique in the sanding process?
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P600 I believe. I know it was 600 tho. And no technique I didn't even take the phone apart. I took the battery door off and make sure you have a screen protector on so you don't f up your ****. Just rub he paper hard on the bezel don't be afraid. It will take about 30 to 45 min maybe an hour with breaks cus your fingers will start to burn. Use a gloves they'll help.
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I'm at the doctors when I get out I'll put up some pics so you can see what it looks like before you do it. Also be careful you don't get to much the dusted paint in any port.
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here you go
I have been thinking that if it is impossible, could you not just sand off the bezel, then Dremel out the inside screen mount of the new frame and finally epoxy the new bezel where the old bezel used to reside with plastic epoxy?
I asked some expert phone repair guys at the CPR Cell Phone Repair franchise; and they said that the screen will never ever ever ever come off unless you are either a machine or really good. They stated that they would not be able to guaranty the screens safety especially considering the heat involved.
If it is done by Samsung at all without replacing the entire digitizer and screen combo I would assume they use some kind of vacuum suction cup to pull off the screen after the proper amount of heat is applied.
Or, we could just paying Samsung the quoted 100 dollars to have it done.
This is non warranty work, so does anyone think they will mind if the phone is rooted?
Here is where you can order parts.
I don't know if they are genuine.
http://www.parts4repair.com/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t989/
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I have been thinking that if it is impossible, could you not just sand off the bezel, then Dremel out the inside screen mount of the new frame and finally epoxy the new bezel where the old bezel used to reside with plastic epoxy?
I asked some expert phone repair guys at the CPR Cell Phone Repair franchise; and they said that the screen will never ever ever ever come off unless you are either a machine or really good. They stated that they would not be able to guaranty the screens safety especially considering the heat involved.
If it is done by Samsung at all without replacing the entire digitizer and screen combo I would assume they use some kind of vacuum suction cup to pull off the screen after the proper amount of heat is applied.
Or, we could just paying Samsung the quoted 100 dollars to have it done.
This is non warranty work, so does anyone think they will mind if the phone is rooted?
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The pictures above you post is what I did to my phone. I sanded the bezel without even taking it apart.
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The Bezel is part of the frame I believe. I would bet allot of money you can't get the screen of without cracking the digitizer. But, heat the top and bottom, that is where the greatest concentration of adhesive is. And watch the ribbon to the capacitive buttons because they will be stuck to the screen. You will have to disconnect them.
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here you go
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That looks pretty cool dude. I have a question for you tho. How did you set the DPI so high? Your icons are small and thats how I want mine to be except whenever I use the DPI app from the market, it causes problems with parts of the ROM. For example the google search bar will only go halfway across the screen.
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here you go
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That looks badass. Wanna do it to mine since you in Miami? jk lol
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here you go
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Is that android bot doing the Hokey Pokey?
The Team Infamous project is up and running. http://www.infamousdevelopers.com
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I just got my replacement about a week ago. I bought this phone used and without the battery door. Scuffs included. Luckily I kept the screen immaculate. None the less now that I have a mint handset and bought a battery door... the T989 sure is a smexy fellow. IMO the best looking Galaxy s2. Too bad we never got the Exynos and had to settle for the much slower s3 SoC. I:-/
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I just got my replacement about a week ago. I bought this phone used and without the battery door. Scuffs included. Luckily I kept the screen immaculate. None the less now that I have a mint handset and bought a battery door... the T989 sure is a smexy fellow. IMO the best looking Galaxy s2. Too bad we never got the Exynos and had to settle for the much slower s3 SoC. I:-/
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Were running at 1.5 Ghz everyone else is at 1.2Ghz.
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Site back up
The infamous website is back up.
http://www.infamousdevelopers.com

Screen protector link needed

Looking for a link that is confirmed to be a screen protector with an exact fit, meaning the top is cut for the shape of the little speaker and not just trimmed to leave a lot of unprotected area. I've seen a few but am worried about ordering something on Amazon and having it not be quite right. Any help is appreciated.
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These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
http://www.skinomi.com/sk5971-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-screen-protector.html
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These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
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truth be told i have only used the screen protectors sold by tmobile. my sis has bought them for me, and i have been very happy with them. my only complaint is that sometimes if i put the phone with my keys it will puncture the protector. this screen protectors you put states it has capabilities to prevent punctures. price isnt bad either
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Do those skinomi infra hide scratches or scuffs?
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idbl_fanatic said:
These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
http://www.skinomi.com/sk5971-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-screen-protector.html
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How is the application? It comes out looking good?
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When you first apply it it will look "cloudy" and a rainbow effect for a couple days (they are "wet apply"), what i Have done is let it dry for a full day, then take a hair dryer to it, it seems to clear up faster that way. When you have it on there, you can't even see it (unless there is something on the screen when you put it on)
They are "Self healing" meaning that they are soft, say if you dig your nail into it. but it goes away.
As for does it cover scratches, I am not sure because I haven't had scratches on my screens when I put them on
Also if you search google for "skinomi coupon codes" you can get a good discount sometimes.
idbl_fanatic said:
When you first apply it it will look "cloudy" and a rainbow effect for a couple days (they are "wet apply"), what i Have done is let it dry for a full day, then take a hair dryer to it, it seems to clear up faster that way. When you have it on there, you can't even see it (unless there is something on the screen when you put it on)
They are "Self healing" meaning that they are soft, say if you dig your nail into it. but it goes away.
As for does it cover scratches, I am not sure because I haven't had scratches on my screens when I put them on
Also if you search google for "skinomi coupon codes" you can get a good discount sometimes.
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Cool. Gonna check into this. Thanks for the info!
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Perfect cut, feels nice, 1.20$:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006E...ile?redirect=true&ref_=oh_details_o02_s00_i00

Screen Cracked Today :(

So....
I've NEVER dropped any of my phones, ever, as long as I've had cell phones. Well, dropped and it actually hit the ground. I've dropped this damn phone like 4x already, I think partially to do with it being so smooth and "slippery" to the hand.
Anyway, I dropped it once from about 6 feet in the air directly on the screen and NOTHING happened at all (except some very very minor dings to the frame itself) and light scratches to the screen protector. Today, I was trying to pull it out of my pocket at work when it slipped and fell (from about 2 feet from the ground) landing on the right side of the phone. My right hand (phone sits in right pocket) is in a brace due to a stress fracture I received at work, so when it slipped I couldn't catch it. I watched it fall, which was the worst moment ever lol. Since my work pants have slanted pockets, it fell behind me so I couldn't even attempt to put my foot under it to stop the impact.
Anyway, as I picked it up I honestly didn't expect to see anything. I pick it up, turn it over and it looks like there is a piece of hair right along the frame in the shape of a sideways "U". I went to brush it off and realized it had cracked!
It's a very small and almost non noticeable crack JUST before the digitalizer starts but I know it's there so it bothers me. I showed a few guys at work and nobody noticed it until I pointed it out.
Anyway, think its worth looking into getting fixed or just stick it out because it's so minor?
*sorry picture is so crappy, wife has a Lumia 710...camera sucks.
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I've NEVER dropped any of my phones, ever, as long as I've had cell phones. Well, dropped and it actually hit the ground. I've dropped this damn phone like 4x already, I think partially to do with it being so smooth and "slippery" to the hand.
Anyway, I dropped it once from about 6 feet in the air directly on the screen and NOTHING happened at all (except some very very minor dings to the frame itself) and light scratches to the screen protector. Today, I was trying to pull it out of my pocket at work when it slipped and fell (from about 2 feet from the ground) landing on the right side of the phone. My right hand (phone sits in right pocket) is in a brace due to a stress fracture I received at work, so when it slipped I couldn't catch it. I watched it fall, which was the worst moment ever lol. Since my work pants have slanted pockets, it fell behind me so I couldn't even attempt to put my foot under it to stop the impact.
Anyway, as I picked it up I honestly didn't expect to see anything. I pick it up, turn it over and it looks like there is a piece of hair right along the frame in the shape of a sideways "U". I went to brush it off and realized it had cracked! btw i use this case http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s-3-ballistic-sg-maxx-series-case makes my phone a bit thick but ive dropped it about 15 feet when i was on the roof the other day fixing the window. i pulled it out to check the weather cause it looked like it was going to rain well not rain more like hail. so i checked and instead of putting it in my pocket i missed and i just watched it slide off the shingles. and drop im like nooo its gonna be dead when i go pick it up. not even a scratch
It's a very small and almost non noticeable crack JUST before the digitalizer starts but I know it's there so it bothers me. I showed a few guys at work and nobody noticed it until I pointed it out.
Anyway, think its worth looking into getting fixed or just stick it out because it's so minor?
*sorry picture is so crappy, wife has a Lumia 710...camera sucks.
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id personally get it fixed or fix it myself since only the screen and not the lcd. imagine if you ever drop it again even inches that "u" could probably be the cause of it expanding and cracking all over. well thats my opinion
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Can't attach from the pc for some reason.
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the pic was attached to the first post
Dude, that sucks! Never wanted to see that happen to you man.
I have to agree though, if its doable for you, get it fixed. Once compromised like that its just gonna get worse most likely. Even just setting it down or bumping into something while its in your pocket could make it much worse.
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DocHoliday77 said:
Dude, that sucks! Never wanted to see that happen to you man.
I have to agree though, if its doable for you, get it fixed. Once compromised like that its just gonna get worse most likely. Even just setting it down or bumping into something while its in your pocket could make it much worse.
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I would say slap it into a bumper that will cover up most of it. But, you already said you know it's there, so that won't work. So, I guess I'd advise having it fixed.
Sorry to hear that.
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the ghost armor kit would cover that if applied right. I'll take a picture of mine if I can find a camera
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uoY_redruM said:
So....
I've NEVER dropped any of my phones, ever, as long as I've had cell phones. Well, dropped and it actually hit the ground. I've dropped this damn phone like 4x already, I think partially to do with it being so smooth and "slippery" to the hand.
Anyway, I dropped it once from about 6 feet in the air directly on the screen and NOTHING happened at all (except some very very minor dings to the frame itself) and light scratches to the screen protector. Today, I was trying to pull it out of my pocket at work when it slipped and fell (from about 2 feet from the ground) landing on the right side of the phone. My right hand (phone sits in right pocket) is in a brace due to a stress fracture I received at work, so when it slipped I couldn't catch it. I watched it fall, which was the worst moment ever lol. Since my work pants have slanted pockets, it fell behind me so I couldn't even attempt to put my foot under it to stop the impact.
Anyway, as I picked it up I honestly didn't expect to see anything. I pick it up, turn it over and it looks like there is a piece of hair right along the frame in the shape of a sideways "U". I went to brush it off and realized it had cracked!
It's a very small and almost non noticeable crack JUST before the digitalizer starts but I know it's there so it bothers me. I showed a few guys at work and nobody noticed it until I pointed it out.
Anyway, think its worth looking into getting fixed or just stick it out because it's so minor?
*sorry picture is so crappy, wife has a Lumia 710...camera sucks.
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Why mine is in an otter box ^-^
But I personally would just throw a case on it to prevent further cracking. Doesn't look too horrible from your picture. But as others already mentioned, it will crack even more easily since it's already started.
That's a known issue with the s 3. The screen is lifted a hair from the bezel. So the bezel bends into the glass at the edge (weakest point in glass) where other devices usually bend over the glass.
But good luck to whatever you decide!
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Yeah it's not bad at all. And remember you can replace just the glass too. But i would wait for it to be more messed up before doing that
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Slap a good case on it and it should be fine for now at least.
Let's just hope that you don't drop it again to further increase the cracking.
An OtterBox Defender Case might be a good idea.
Very bulky, kind of pricey, but it will offer you the protection that you need.
Personally id be worried about further damage as is. Obviously the glass is weakened already, and while it may seem ok to wait until its worse before fixing, i have to disagree as im pretty sure this also makes the digitizer more vulnerable to damage as well.
How often have you seen or heard about devices that had a cracked screen causing the touch capabilities to break as well? One more drop or bump into the corner of a table where that crack is and you may not get anymore response at all.
I just think it potentially could turn into a much more expensive repair if not taken care of soon. Just not sure id personally want to risk it.
Its just my opinion is all.
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Personally id be worried about further damage as is. Obviously the glass is weakened already, and while it may seem ok to wait until its worse before fixing, i have to disagree as im pretty sure this also makes the digitizer more vulnerable to damage as well.
How often have you seen or heard about devices that had a cracked screen causing the touch capabilities to break as well? One more drop or bump into the corner of a table where that crack is and you may not get anymore response at all.
I just think it potentially could turn into a much more expensive repair if not taken care of soon. Just not sure id personally want to risk it.
Its just my opinion is all.
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red you could just take it to tmo? or call Samsung it has to be under warranty but hey they'll do it and no screws up guaranteed. ad it will cost more than a do it your self. i saw somewhere that Verizon did for 100 with insurance, i assume tmo would close to that
Radio Shack has a service to replace your screen for $100. You would be without your phone for a couple of days, however.
I highly recommend the Otterbox Defender, and put all of my phones in one.
In March, while doing some climbing, I fell about 30 ft then tumbled down the side of a mountain. I had a Droid X in my pocket (in it's Defender), and the only damage to the phone was to the camera lens. Everything else about the phone was groovy. I was not in such great shape, as this was in the Arizona desert mountains, so there was no cushy landing whatsoever.
Defender FTW!
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red you could just take it to tmo? or call Samsung it has to be under warranty but hey they'll do it and no screws up guaranteed. ad it will cost more than a do it your self. i saw somewhere that Verizon did for 100 with insurance, i assume tmo would close to that
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Sorry, i guess i just assumed we were talking about going by one of the diy guides i saw here not long ago. Pretty sure they had instructions for replacing only the glass, but anyway, if you have the full protection plan then it doesnt matter how bad its damaged. I believe the price about a month ago was $130.
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Sorry, i guess i just assumed we were talking about going by one of the diy guides i saw here not long ago. Pretty sure they had instructions for replacing only the glass, but anyway, if you have the full protection plan then it doesnt matter how bad its damaged. I believe the price about a month ago was $130.
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we were but then i thought what if red messed up something by accident like we all might, wouldn't that void his warranty? if it didnt then im all in for diy, thats the only reason i said the tmo thing for safety measure. also red looked it up on ebay blue one with tools was 28 dollars and from usa.
Ok, i gotcha. I could be wrong but if you have the full protection plan i was under the impression that you could pretty much do anything and get a replacement. So if im right you can attempt the fix diy style and if unsuccessful then get it replaced. I would double check me on that though!
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DocHoliday77 said:
Ok, i gotcha. I could be wrong but if you have the full protection plan i was under the impression that you could pretty much do anything and get a replacement. So if im right you can attempt the fix diy style and if unsuccessful then get it replaced. I would double check me on that though!
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well i checked it here http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/addons...setProtection&tp=Svc_Sub_EqpmntProtnInsurance. and i assume it would fall under the damage one its pretty vague which is good for red. so your probably right doc
Yeah, I was considering the DIY route (its like $25 on eBay but you have to break your screen off basically which scares the sh*t out of me).
I do have the full insurance. I may have to go to T-Mobile just to see how much it would cost. I don't have the extra money, just got my car out of the shop. If anything, if the insurance covers it and isn't very much, I could just tough it out until it gets worse (if it does) and THEN take it in to the store for work.
uoY_redruM said:
Yeah, I was considering the DIY route (its like $25 on eBay but you have to break your screen off basically which scares the sh*t out of me).
I do have the full insurance. I may have to go to T-Mobile just to see how much it would cost. I don't have the extra money, just got my car out of the shop. If anything, if the insurance covers it and isn't very much, I could just tough it out until it gets worse (if it does) and THEN take it in to the store for work.
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Hey what's up red.. so welcome to the "club"... I dropped mine two weeks ago and cracked the glass pretty good.. not too too bad but its has cracks that I can see n feel.. so n e way I got a guy that I trust on the g2x forums that I was thinking of sending mine to him.. would u like me to holler at him for you?
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Still lucky, mine cracked more severe while inside my pocket because I bumped into a desk :/
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Poll: Cracked / Not cracked screen

Since I've seen people post here saying their screen has cracked without dropping their phones, I thought I'd start a poll to get an idea of how common this is percentage wise.
RobertR3750 said:
Since I've seen people post here saying their screen has cracked without dropping their phones, I thought I'd start a poll to get an idea of how common this is percentage wise.
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Mine is still more than fine.
Even dropped it once.
No cracks here.
Purchased since release day via website. Had it overnighted.
If you actually go through various threads and search about screens cracked without dropping, you'd get an idea on how high this percentage is... besides, it'd be nearly impossible to get everyone here to vote anyway.
It only takes a few seconds to respond. Over time, it should give me an idea.
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I can imagine how a phone could crack (inner LCD) without ever dropping it or bumping it.
Simply put it in your tight jeans and sit down. There you go. That's what most of you do.
Moral of the story, don't wear tight jeans, because the screen will FLEX and cause the crack.
JoJo2211 said:
I can imagine how a phone could crack (inner LCD) without ever dropping it or bumping it.
Simply put it in your tight jeans and sit down. There you go. That's what most of you do.
Moral of the story, don't wear tight jeans, because the screen will FLEX and cause the crack.
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Wrong. I haven't worn a pair of jeans since my short stint at trauth dairy back in fall 2006.
I feel like I'm missing something. I dropped my phone from my pocket to hardwood floors and it was fine. Then it was dropped from a dining table to a tile floor and it was fine. I was surprised to see no damage done without a case. Hopefully I won't ever drop it again though. I bought this phone since day one BTW
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My screen didn't crack but my bezel did, I have my replacement one already got it yesterday the T-Mobile rep did me a warranty exchange, I'm still using my normal one until I get a case for the new one. If this is for screen cracks only sorry, but I didn't like how I had the phone for a wk and the bezel cracked out of nowhere.
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And T-Mobile replaced it for that?
Typically they consider that physical damage and charge a fee on exchange.
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RanceedaW said:
Got mine on launch, woke up this morning with a crack at an angle from top left to mid right.
I often fall asleep with it on my chest, woke up and it was on the coffee table; guess someone seen it and put it there. Pissed off, nonetheless.
Hopefully I can get it replaced/fixed since it should still be under warranty and with the device protection bundle thing.
Ugh.
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In that case with damage you need to file a claim and pay a deductible then you get one from insurance.
No cracks or scratches
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None here, either
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I had been there a couple times and the lady helped me every time she knew I'd just bought the phone, I didn't break it so I consider that a defective device
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Mine is doing great. I dropped it a few times already. First time with a crappy case that only covered the sides not the top or bottom and a couple times in my otterbox commuter.
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bezerker said:
Mine is still more than fine.
Even dropped it once.
No cracks here.
Purchased since release day via website. Had it overnighted.
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same here
beside only having 9 gigs of usable internal storage, the phone has been perfect
I install car audio as a job and I always have my phone in my pocket. I tend to lean on it often with a lot of weight and when I realize it, I check my phone right away. Still haven't experienced any cracks (knock on wood). I'm using a case-mate tough case, if that helps.
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No cracks here
Dropped twice now, no cracks yet. I thank my tech21 case.
I would say that a vast majority of people with cracked screens are doing something that they are not being totally honest about...
Probably putting a lot of pressure on it in tight clothes, bumping it against a hard surface...etc etc.
I don't doubt that some may have bad luck and some sort of rare defect...but it is far from the norm.
These devices don't just spontaneously crack. Mines in my pocket all day.... no screen protector and a very slim case.... 100% perfect still.
You guys with cracked screens simply have to be more careful with your $700 toys.
NO....even more careful.
Cheers
My son just cracked his.. Dropped out of his pocket with a decent car on it.. From a sitting position
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