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Is the screen very fragile?

hello i see a lot of broken screen posts, just from the phone dropping to the ground, it gets me worried.
is the screen very fragile?

alvespt said:
hello i see a lot of broken screen posts, just from the phone dropping to the ground, it gets me worried.
is the screen very fragile?
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If the phone dropped screen first on concrete, then yes it breaks easily. /sigh

alvespt said:
hello i see a lot of broken screen posts, just from the phone dropping to the ground
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Where? Source?
It's much sturdier than iPhones and I'm saying this from personal experience.
Samsung phones have pretty robust hardwares in general (and many people claim such builds make phones look "cheap"). You have to be seriously abusing it to damage it.

If you're a "dropper" get an otter box Max type of case.
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there is nothing as less fragile, more robust.... in my opinion.
It's just a matter of luck!!!
Quick recall: i once had 2 nexus s. one slipped out of my hands (in the supermarket) and landed on the concrete floor without any damage and the other one, fell from the bed on the wooden floor and had a crack.

how can it be more sturdy than iphone if iphone is steel?

What? The iPhone isn't steel.... the front and back are BOTH glass.

alvespt said:
how can it be more sturdy than iphone if iphone is steel?
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Plastic has lightness and elastic deformation going for it. It will bend before it breaks, and depending on the severity, will return to it's original, undamaged state.

alvespt said:
how can it be more sturdy than iphone if iphone is steel?
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Steel ? Are you talking about the screen yet ?
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Just be careful.... my galaxy ace has been dropped all time over the years and never had a screen broked....
I never dropped my Nexus... yet
But, just use good cases and dont kick your phone when he goes down...
Or buy the steel maded iphone

Ugh... Dropped My Note II

I got some dings on the case. What should I do?

Fml moment
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Can you buy just the back plate and side case?

quickly buy insurance over the phone.

I already have it but this is a cosmetic defect that it won't cover. The phone still works just fine. I just need a new backplate and side part. Where can I buy those?

My phone almost slipped out my hands already 3 times. I'm definitely looking for a case.
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The plastic is definitely cheap. The littlest drops do that.

SightUp said:
The plastic is definitely cheap. The littlest drops do that.
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Alternatively you could maybe cover it up with something like:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Mat...263798?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3ccb9036b6

Scalee said:
Alternatively you could maybe cover it up with something like:
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I have that case on mine, I'm not a fan. It doesn't cover the bottom or top and it's pretty hard to get to the volume and power buttons since they are blocked from the top edge. I'd recommend something else. I just bought a metal "bumper" case that goes around the whole rim and has rubber button extensions that stick out of the frame from ebay. (there are versions with no rubber thingies which would pose the same problem - hard to get to the buttons, so I'd avoid those too)
(I couldn't quote the link since I'm not at 10 posts yet)

Scalee said:
Alternatively you could maybe cover it up with something like:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Mat...263798?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3ccb9036b6
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I have this case and it's amazing... it's incredibly slim so it doesn't add much weight and bulk. The texturized back adds a nice grip and the front of the case comes up just enough to raise the glass off of surfaces when the phone is face down.

I saw parts on ebay for it already. The back cover and maybe the side?
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-housing...132?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_2&hash=item3a7af8be2c here it is. pretty cheap too! no nfc though.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-S...128?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19d60fe848 or theres this one.. a little more though. this one has nfc.

Oh, awesome! Why is the other one so expensive? What's nfc?

SightUp said:
What's nfc?
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smh......Near Field Communication --> Google wallet, tap to share, etc

netzer119 said:
smh......Near Field Communication --> Google wallet, tap to share, etc
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Do I want that? Is that stock on current back plates?

SightUp said:
Do I want that? Is that stock on current back plates?
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Yes it is stock on current back plates..
-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss

Waterproof Cases

Hey everyone, wondering if anyone has a review about any of these Waterproof cases?
Any review will help, thanks you
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ULTRA-THI..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item4abb7850cf
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ultimate-..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2323fbba71
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Seidio-OB...119170?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2326ff4602
Thank you whoever helps

Ultimate Addons cases are reviewed on Amazon UK. I can't find reviews on Xda forums as yet but don't think they're 100% waterproof. From what I can tell, the seal on the case is waterproof but the lugs on the usb and headphone port might not be.
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Well I just got my seidio obex case. I have opened it up probably about ten times and yesterday I threw it into a lake at about 5 feet deep yesterday for about 5 minutes. No problems whatsoever. No water in case. Dropped phone onto concrete from about 6 feet not even a scratch on case.. Any other questions let me know.

lilafleisch said:
Well I just got my seidio obex case. I have opened it up probably about ten times and yesterday I threw it into a lake at about 5 feet deep yesterday for about 5 minutes. No problems whatsoever. No water in case. Dropped phone onto concrete from about 6 feet not even a scratch on case.. Any other questions let me know.
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Thanks for the replies.
Well, I was just looking at that case now, what about the speaker holes on the back? Would the water get through there some how?
I know you say you chucked it into the Lake for 5 minutes but there must be somewhere that the water gets in. Do you have any pictures of the case off and on, and how it is waterproof?

The gadget shop show just showed an s3 with a waterproof nanotechnology skin. The
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I don't have any pictures...I looked at the microphone and speaker holes, and they are covered in some way...I can't see well enough to tell you exactly how... But I have done multiple water tests and I have never had any water inside of the case.
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And also thought you might like to know that I bought this used from amazon for $38.00 like new with retail packaging..

skrapi said:
Thanks for the replies.
Well, I was just looking at that case now, what about the speaker holes on the back? Would the water get through there some how?
I know you say you chucked it into the Lake for 5 minutes but there must be somewhere that the water gets in. Do you have any pictures of the case off and on, and how it is waterproof?
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I believe the case uses a 1 way type of mesh that allows sound out but no fluids in. The otterbox armor series has a similar mesh that allows no water in but sound out. I'd just wait for that case
lilafleisch said:
I don't have any pictures...I looked at the microphone and speaker holes, and they are covered in some way...I can't see well enough to tell you exactly how... But I have done multiple water tests and I have never had any water inside of the case.
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And also thought you might like to know that I bought this used from amazon for $38.00 like new with retail packaging..
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felixthecat said:
The gadget shop show just showed an s3 with a waterproof nanotechnology skin. The
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Yea I did see that, was quite interesting, but how you get it in the UK is well, probably not going to happen unless I just send my phone off to another country.
lilafleisch said:
I don't have any pictures...I looked at the microphone and speaker holes, and they are covered in some way...I can't see well enough to tell you exactly how... But I have done multiple water tests and I have never had any water inside of the case.
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And also thought you might like to know that I bought this used from amazon for $38.00 like new with retail packaging..
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Ok cool thank you, I will have to have a look at it and hopefully get it by next week, not sure yet though as I am thinking about the S4 but that's a totally different story.
ReapersDeath said:
I believe the case uses a 1 way type of mesh that allows sound out but no fluids in. The otterbox armor series has a similar mesh that allows no water in but sound out. I'd just wait for that case
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That's useful information, thanks for that, never crossed my mind that they could do stuff like that. Thanks = )

I have the obex , I absolutely hate worst case I ever owened people can hear you when your usimg the phone , the people on the other line sound muffled , only way to use the phone call option is turning speaker phone on.. but I don't know about you all but don't want everyone to know what I'm talking about
Also when phone in this case as well the back button takes forever to get it to respond and you almost have to force the button down , the built screen protector is ten times worse then the otterbox defender its sensitivity sucks
Would I recommend this case to anyone ? HECK NO !!!
If I could get my money back would I send it back? HECK YES !!!
IM WAITING for the otterbox armor case that looks way better and not a rushed product like the obex was.... they rushed there product to beat otterbox and lifeproof to the sales floor .. thus its a big piece of junk
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[Q] Galaxy Death Note 8.0

Hi,
I've been playing latlely with my galaxy note 8.0 wich by the way is the best tablet I've ever used and notice that is very slipery.
I have never dropped it or anithing so before it happens I decided to use some magic spell on it called protecturum griporum Plasti dip!!!... anyway, the question is:
Do you think it would damage the tablet over time?? heating or something else??
So far so good, no noticeable overheating or signal looss, it is indeed A LOT grippier. it is the first try so I didnt take to much time with the masking tape nor painting the logo, If it happens to be no problem whit it and I find it realy apealing, I will remove this coat and apply 3 coats of plasty dip and paint the logo using a stencil or something (sugestions?).
Anyway please post your comments, here some pics:

Is it clear, looks like you started with a black/brown Note. Did it make the Note less slippery. Will be interesting to see how it holds up over time.
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Where did you get it?
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so far so good!
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Is it clear, looks like you started with a black/brown Note. Did it make the Note less slippery. Will be interesting to see how it holds up over time.
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Where did you get it?
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Yea! It made it a lot less slippery, much secure to hold and set on surfaces where previously it would feel like sliding off or damaging the shiny white plastic.
I got the Galaxy note 8.0 in eBay for a reasonable price and the plasti-dip can was a gift from a friend who used it to protect some bicycle parts and got some to spare, I’m nor really sure where did he buy it but I guess plastidip.com is a good start.
It been two days and heavy usage of the tablet, no overheating o performance issues whatsoever so I would say it’s a safe procedure, will try the 3 coats and possibly vinyl logo in a few weeks.:good:
Cheers!!!

gramps50 said:
Is it clear, looks like you started with a black/brown Note. Did it make the Note less slippery. Will be interesting to see how it holds up over time.
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Where did you get it?
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Actually looks to me like he had the white version of the Note...the s-pen is white and I think I see some white near the edges where the coating is not completely even, but maybe the original poster can clarify for us. Is this coating black or clear?
Thanks!

I was just thinking of is that material toxic or not

toxic-brownies
sefrcoko said:
Actually looks to me like he had the white version of the Note...the s-pen is white and I think I see some white near the edges where the coating is not completely even, but maybe the original poster can clarify for us. Is this coating black or clear?
Thanks!
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Hi there!
Actually you are right it is the white version and the coating is black I would love to try the clear but haven’t found a seller near me yet.
The brown version looks so cool too.
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I was just thinking of is that material toxic or not
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:| I have no clue... I mean the can isn’t very clear, it doesn’t say anything about the dry product, although it says the regular: keep off from eyes or skin and vapors inhaling and the sort, but every paint can says something similar so... Anyway it’s a great question so I checked in plasti-dip official page and found:
"Is Plasti Dip® safe to use on children's toys, animal containment, and/or on kitchen utensils?
Plasti Dip® does not contain any heavy metals, and when completely dry, is considered harmless. However, it is not recommended that it be used on items that may be chewed or inserted into the mouth as it may present a choking hazard."
I’m hoping this is accurate cause I like the feeling of the Death Note 8.0 and I have already plasti-dipped my keyboards hand rest and mouse hahaha... let’s keep researching.
If I find something significant I’ll keep you posted.
Thanks for the feedback

Screen Protector

Just wondering if anyone has purchased a screen protector for their HW... If so do you like it? If you like it can you share the link?
Thanks!

TheSeanTeam said:
Just wondering if anyone has purchased a screen protector for their HW... If so do you like it? If you like it can you share the link?
Thanks!
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I haven't seen any and I don't think one is necessary. The display has a sapphire coating which if done correflty will hold up to anything you can throw at it. I have a sapphire Crystal on one of my mechanical watches and its never gotten scratched at all after a year of daily use.
Edit: I bought one just to test but I don't intend on using it long term. I'll let you know how it is.

Unlike the other Android Wear devices on the market, this one won't need it.

I would agree that this watch wouldn't need a screen protector, because of the sapphire crystal display. That being said...
You can scratch sapphire. You have to try really hard...but it is possible. I've done it on a mechanical watch of mine, and it drove me crazy...but a gemstone can scratch another gemstone.
THAT BEING SAID...I don't really know what good a screen protector would do with this face. Unless it's also made out of sapphire, what good would it do? OK...I'm being facetious (damn...had to Google that)...but you are also "talking" to a guy that HATES screen protectors. Like...A LOT...never had one on a phone, tablet, or watch that I've ever owned...

c5d said:
I would agree that this watch wouldn't need a screen protector, because of the sapphire crystal display. That being said...
You can scratch sapphire. You have to try really hard...but it is possible. I've done it on a mechanical watch of mine, and it drove me crazy...but a gemstone can scratch another gemstone.
THAT BEING SAID...I don't really know what good a screen protector would do with this face. Unless it's also made out of sapphire, what good would it do? OK...I'm being facetious (damn...had to Google that)...but you are also "talking" to a guy that HATES screen protectors. Like...A LOT...never had one on a phone, tablet, or watch that I've ever owned...
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You can scratch sapphire, but you need a gem of equal or greater H rating. So unless you plan to throw the watch in a bag of saphhire crystals or diamonds, we should all be good.

Covart said:
You can scratch sapphire, but you need a gem of equal or greater H rating. So unless you plan to throw the watch in a bag of saphhire crystals or diamonds, we should all be good.
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Like I said...you have to try pretty hard to scratch sapphire...but it is easier than you think. If you or your SO have any diamond jewelry...that will do it. Also, any diamond tipped tools will also do it. It is possible...however unlikely in day to day living (minus the diamond jewelry part). And again...if something can scratch the sapphire, it sure as heck will go through whatever screen protector you would have on it...

So the screen protector I ordered from NewEgg by ilumshield or whatever the name was got canceled because they didn't ship it so I guess I'll try elsewhere.

Pilz said:
So the screen protector I ordered from NewEgg by ilumshield or whatever the name was got canceled because they didn't ship it so I guess I'll try elsewhere.
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Thats not good.
Email me at [email protected] and I will send you out a free one for you to try for us
Thanks

pezley said:
Thats not good.
Email me at [email protected] and I will send you out a free one for you to try for us
Thanks
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Thank you for the offer, I just sent an email to the above address
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Nevermind the email was rejected from the server http://mx1.krystal.co.uk/

Pilz said:
Thank you for the offer, I just sent an email to the above address
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Nevermind the email was rejected from the server http://mx1.krystal.co.uk/
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PM'd
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Looks like the auto forwarding from our Email Host wasn't working. Have PM'd you my direct address for now.

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PM'd
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Looks like the auto forwarding from our Email Host wasn't working. Have PM'd you my direct address for now.
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I haven't received a PM yet. I'll let you know when I receive it.
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Ok I just recieved it, I'll reply back when I finish this set of classes.

I emailed you and I haven't received a response yet.

Dont waste your time or money on a screen protector.
Ive had a mechnical now for 8 years with sapphire crystal,and I mountain bike,backpack,and white water kayak with the watch on,and not a speck. Screen looks brand new. The bezel is marked up a bit. If this is truly sapphire we are golden.

I want a protector that can protect again finger prints and smudges, not so much for scratch protection. I see a bunch of vertical and horizontal swipe marks on my watch...

maximus96 said:
I want a protector that can protect again finger prints and smudges, not so much for scratch protection. I see a bunch of vertical and horizontal swipe marks on my watch...
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I just got this today from Amazon, its a TGSP that's has 98% coverage on the glass its not quite perfect edge to edge. It feels nice and seems to resist finger prints more than the standard sapphire screen. Pictures will be posted below as well. The install was so easy it was a joke, quality seems good so far. You can also see my super awesome Nexus 6 in the reflection of the watch because I used it to take the pictures lol

Pilz said:
I just got this today from Amazon, its a TGSP that's has 98% coverage on the glass its not quite perfect edge to edge. It feels nice and seems to resist finger prints more than the standard sapphire screen. Pictures will be posted below as well. The install was so easy it was a joke, quality seems good so far. You can also see my super awesome Nexus 6 in the reflection of the watch because I used it to take the pictures lol
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cool. please update after a few days if the glass helps prevent smudges...i find myself constantly wiping the watch with my shirt because i got annoyed looking at the prints and smudges. thanks!

maximus96 said:
cool. please update after a few days if the glass helps prevent smudges...i find myself constantly wiping the watch with my shirt because i got annoyed looking at the prints and smudges. thanks!
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You use your shirt? I tend to be in the safe side and always carry 1-2 microfiber cloth with me. I had tons of them that I bought for my DSLR and previous phones because smudges really bother me. I'll let you know how it works out; if I forget just quote me on here so I get a notification.

Just a little update the TGSP still shows smudges but not as much as the sapphire do now that's out of the bag

I got the same screen protector as above and removed it after a day. I found that the additional thickness of the glass protector on such a tightly manufactured face made a big difference. It reduced the already barely sufficient visibility in sunlight, provided a channel for dust and debris to gather on my watch face, and reduced clarity ever so slightly.
Nothing wrong with the actual protector, it just wasn't for me. I think I will probably have to go naked which I don't like because I'm not sure I would prefer a non glass protector.
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pezley said:
Thats not good.
Email me at [email protected] and I will send you out a free one for you to try for us
Thanks
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I tried ebay and amazon for the screen protectors .. but none of them shipping to my country... can u please send me one? I am residing in saudia arabia..