I think the camera on the HOX is quite prone to scratches due to the way it protrudes from the phone's back.
I don't really like screen protectors but I got one with the Nillkin cover.
I decided to make a camera protector.
I cut a circle from the screen protector. I started with a circle larger than the camera lens and then started trimming it, a little bit every time. Each trim I measured it against the camera until it fitted.
All this time I kept the film on both sides of the screen protector, and always remember which side is 1 and which is 2.
After I finished trimming, I took film No. 1 off, put the circle im place and removed film No. 2.
Now I have a protecting cover to the camera lens.
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Does it mess up the pictures in any way? Do you have before and after pictures by any chance?
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Does it mess up the pictures in any way? Do you have before and after pictures by any chance?
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The protector is very clear. I don't see any difference in the pictures. I don't have any before and after.
Screen protectors are not desinged with optical performance in mind because they are really close to the screen and distortions will be minimal. But I don't think putting one on your lens is such a good idea, you might not notice anything because the HOX isn't a DSLR, but still, what's the point if you're using an image quality reducing device to protect it from potential image quality reducing damages?
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Because I had to open my phone to fix my WiFi antenna I removed the lens and lay a circle of unsoldered solder in the lens housing then put the lens on top of it so now it sits about 3-4mm inset inside rather than being flush.I wouldn't recommend you go around opening your phones unless you know what your doing tho because I wish I hadn't as I damaged my volume up ribbon
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Rather then rip off another forum , I'd though I'd post the link here :
http://androidforums.com/desire-tip...mera-picture-video-quality-4.html#post1947239
In short: all you do is remove the cheep plastic cover from your case that goes over the lens.
I tried it and it has improved my pictures / vids , the problem the other forum are now trying to work is what to replace the cheep plastic cover with ?
Some folk have paid about 25 GBP for glass... mmmmm
I took the cover off mine and now it is exposed
However I think the extended battery and case from mobile fun may work as it has an entire new back case and camera cap
May work as it is an entire new case
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I just cleaned the plastic cover with soap. It turned out there was a layer of dirt covering the lens cover since new (can still see some of the stains but not directly over the camera) and now I can barely tell the difference
The dirt was probably glue residue from case assembly process.
I done this about three months ago and am still getting amazing pictures, the plastic bit had quite a few light scratches on it so the pictures were coming out with a soft focus effect rather than being sharp and vibrant. I was concerned that the camera was exposed but the actual lense sits quite deep in the case so it is fairly safe imo. I've been using it like this for about three or four months and all is still good
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I noticed a clear plastic cover over my new Vibrant camera lens, and wondered if I should take it off. the corner is already tabbing up, but since the lens isn't gorilla glass like the screen, scratches may ensue and screw up the camera.
Should I leave it on, apply some clear tape, or leave it alone? I do have a silicon case with a window for the lens.
Hmm, I didn't have any plastic cover over the lens on mine. Any cover on the lens would probably degrade image quality. I would take it off, but if you haven't noticed any blurry pictures, leave it on I guess. The case should protect the lense if you take it off though.
It sounds like a good idea, but who knows...I haven't found anything on the web or ebay yet.
If you purchase a screen protector from RealLook, they include a camera lens protector too.
You have to ask for it though. They will not charge you extra.
how would you do that if you got it on amazon
Lol
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i would imagine over time the protector would degrade the image quality....so id say take it off and keep it off
In your purchase, you can send the seller a "NOTE"
In the note, you ask them to send you a few extra camera protectors.
If not, call them after you make the order and let them know that' what you want.
Cheers
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how would you do that if you got it on amazon
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I run my vibrant totally nude. Screen is still scratch free, but I do have a small scratch over the corner of the camera lens. It doesn't affect the image fortunately but perhaps something to keep in mind.
My lens is nude. I have been heavily using this phone for a couple months now and it appears to be scratch free so far.
Hi everyone, is there any camera protection available on the internet or someting? My One X is quite damaged because I use a cheap case and it scratches the sides of my phone But when I don't use it anymore my camera will touch all surfaces, so I was curious if there is something to fix that
Thanks so far
Probably not...?
Best Skins Ever full body skin includes a lens protector, I'm waiting on one arriving
Thanks man, gonna buy it too!
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Best Skins Ever full body skin includes a lens protector, I'm waiting on one arriving
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I want to buy one?Where to Buy?
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=best+skins+ever
Wouldn't that affect the picture quality?
Drakenhielm said:
Wouldn't that affect the picture quality?
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I cut a piece from a generic screen protector and put it on the camera lens, didn't effect quality at all.
I'll let you know how the Best Skins Ever is in a few days when it arrives
That would be great if you do!
I my self is a bit forced to have my phone in a punch, hate scratches and already have one on the lens My screen protector is noisy like noise on a picture, thats why I am a bit skeptical to have a screen protector on the lens.
mekznl said:
Hi everyone, is there any camera protection available on the internet or someting? My One X is quite damaged because I use a cheap case and it scratches the sides of my phone But when I don't use it anymore my camera will touch all surfaces, so I was curious if there is something to fix that
Thanks so far
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Check my BSE thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1674946
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chrisjcks said:
Check my BSE thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1674946
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Just an FYI for those worried about your camera lenses; scratches will not show in pictures or effect picture quality unless they are severe. Micro scratches or even regular scratches are imperceivable unless the camera is using a very narrow aperture. Given that the One X has an F2.0 lens, that just isn't an issue.
Conversely, putting ANYTHING infront of the camera lens is going to have an effect on IQ.
Michealtbh said:
I cut a piece from a generic screen protector and put it on the camera lens, didn't effect quality at all.
I'll let you know how the Best Skins Ever is in a few days when it arrives
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That's what I did (you can also use a hole puncher) and I don't have any quality issues, as a matter of fact I have no scratches on it and had it for a while now.
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My case sticks out just a bit further than the camera, so it's when i set the phone down on hard surfaces. This seems like the best protection to me if you worry about image degradation due to a layer of plastic on top of the lens.
I've been thinking about this for some time. I tried to try a bit of generic sbreen cover but it bubbled up. I love the idea of a hole punch though will try that tonight
maybe buy an otterbox defender it protects everything not only the camera
i just love it
you can even throw your phone if u want to or open beer bottles with it no problem :laugh:
greets
I just removed the glass bit when I soldered the wifi connection. I've found this to be a great solution because it also helps to cool the chip that gets hot during gaming. I've had no problems in three months now.
I've been using the official htc case and haven't had any problems. The plastic on the back protrudes a bit further than the lens so it provides plenty of protection against table surfaces etc
That said, even if you do manage to severely damage the lens, it looks like a pretty simple matter to simply swap out the lens and put a new one in. Plenty of places to buy spare parts, and the lenses aren't particularly expensive. Though it would probably be safer to change the entire housing as I don't know how well the adhesive on the inside of the case would work after being removed and replaced.
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Check my BSE thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1674946
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where to get this sir? any direct link?
I have tried searching, perhaps I'm looking for the wrong thing. But I'm looking for a "screen protector" for the camera lens. My one already has some very fine scratches on the lens and I'd like to put something over it which can be replaced. I don't want the image quality to degrade in 6 months. This happened on my desire but of course I could just replace the back case. I know I can put my phone in a case and I do have a double dip flip case but I don't always want to carry it in the case.
Any ideas?
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I have tried searching, perhaps I'm looking for the wrong thing. But I'm looking for a "screen protector" for the camera lens. My one already has some very fine scratches on the lens and I'd like to put something over it which can be replaced. I don't want the image quality to degrade in 6 months. This happened on my desire but of course I could just replace the back case. I know I can put my phone in a case and I do have a double dip flip case but I don't always want to carry it in the case.
Any ideas?
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make your own with a cheap screen protector
Snood said:
I have tried searching, perhaps I'm looking for the wrong thing. But I'm looking for a "screen protector" for the camera lens. My one already has some very fine scratches on the lens and I'd like to put something over it which can be replaced. I don't want the image quality to degrade in 6 months. This happened on my desire but of course I could just replace the back case. I know I can put my phone in a case and I do have a double dip flip case but I don't always want to carry it in the case.
Any ideas?
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My realook screen protector (which I am happy with, even though it was hard to get on) came with lense protectors. At first I thought they were just excess plastic circles from production, then I realized they fit perfectly over the camera lense. They are kind of a pain to apply, scotch tape is your friend for repositioning them.
Get a fish eye for the phone. The little round magnet will keep the lens from resting on anything and getting scratched. Plus, you can take cool pictures when you want.
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I used to use Martin Fields Overlay for my HOX, it comes with a protector for the lens. Only issue i had with that screen protector was that it was a little thick and it left a rainbow effect on the screen but in terms of clarity of screen there was no difference or interference. THey make the same protector for the HTC1.
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picked this up and cut some out from old screen protectors I had. works great. 3/8" is a good fit.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0090JVDMQ/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
i noticed when i try to cut them out with scissors or a blade the edges don't stick well. this cutter makes a clean cut and all edges stick to the lens.
This is the second Galaxy Note 4 I purchased with dust under the back camera lens cover. I gently took the second Note 4 out of the box and immediately checked the back camera with a loupe under the right light. Sure enough, the same type of skin dust is under the lens cover sitting right on top of the lens... same as the first GNote4 I bought and returned. Both of them came from AT&T as brand new devices.
Do you think these are returned items or do they come like this straight from the factory or even from the AT&T factory? This is crappy for such an expensive high-end phone.
Is there any way to fix it without making the issue worse? Otherwise I'll have to return this one too. Perhaps the third time will be a charm. This is unacceptable.
Thanks for your advice.
Just a simple question since you said you immediately looked at it after taking it our of the box:
Did you remove the protective plastic from over the lens? It is hard to see and and the phone takes great pictures even with on (not as good as when it is off but still not noticeable if you are not aware).
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Just a simple question since you said you immediately looked at it after taking it our of the box:
Did you remove the protective plastic from over the lens? It is hard to see and and the phone takes great pictures even with on (not as good as when it is off but still not noticeable if you are not aware).
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Thanks. That's the first thing I looked at since my last Note 4 had the same issue. Yes, I was aware of the protective plastic but I was looking through the hole. I did take it off anyway and it was still there below the glass lens cover sitting right on top of the actual lens.
I was not aware you could take great photos with the protective plastic still in place.
I was wondering if there's anything I can do to fix this? HERE in the 5th post down, this guy says he looked at 5 Note 4's and each one had dust under the lens cover.
Thanks.
Edit, I just added a photo of the lens. This is supposedly a BRAND NEW GN4 just out of the box.. You can see the dust sitting right on top of the lens and there's finer dust around the sides or bellows. This all looks like skin particles.
That photo looks like it still has the plastic on it.
See the plastic?
Thanks. I should have taken the photo with the lens protector off to avoid confusion. Like I said, I removed the plastic protector and the dust was still there below the glass and on top of the actual lens and around the bellows.
I just ordered an exchange for a new device. If the 3rd one comes with dust sitting right on top the actual lens, I will return it and buy something different. I had a Sony Ericsson K790A for about 7 years. and there still is not even one spec of dust under the lens glass.
This is a picture of my fiance camera.
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This is a picture of my fiance camera.
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That camera lens looks dust free. Although, is that a spec on the lens? I see two reflections and one spec. Could be all reflections, Thanks
Replaced it for another one.... this one is MUCH better.