Got a cheap case on eBay with a magnetic clip
After 1 week it has buggered screen up... see picture
Anyone else had any problems and more importantly will screen return to normal or is this now an insurance job?
ViaraiX said:
Got a cheap case on eBay with a magnetic clip
After 1 week it has buggered screen up... see picture
Anyone else had any problems and more importantly will screen return to normal or is this now an insurance job?
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I'd be geting on to the people you bought it off, Chinese copies probably
Left out of case overnight and screen back to normal! Time for the bin for that, back to scratching camera lens though until I get new one
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Does anyone have any suggestions as to where I can get hold of a replacement back-cover for a Touch Pro 2 in the UK?
Sadly mine managed to fall out of its new case yesterday (PDair metal one - clip not tight enough ) and the back cover has some scratches on now.
Thanks.
nbarker said:
Does anyone have any suggestions as to where I can get hold of a replacement back-cover for a Touch Pro 2 in the UK?
Sadly mine managed to fall out of its new case yesterday (PDair metal one - clip not tight enough ) and the back cover has some scratches on now.
Thanks.
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There are plenty of them on ebay.
i've had my feather for about 3 weeks and loved it, but I took a ride on my motorcycle last night and presumably the phone was pressed up hard to my leg while in my pocket. some kind of stress that it went through cracked the part under the speakerphone hole - i had never dropped it before. so beware, that part of the case is a little weak.
luckily, incipio has an amazing warranty policy and will be sending me a replacement.
Similar thing happened to me. How did you go about the warranty process?
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Hmm... I was planning on picking one up but maybe I'll just pick up one of those replacement battery covers.
Same here. I still like the case though. I went through like 4 of them under warranty when I had a Nexus One.
the case doesnt seem very durable, has anyone dropped their phone with this case?
Mine cracked by the volume rocker. They are quite brittle. Even with the good warranty policy, I'm going to look for a different case.
Mine broke in the same place. Never dropped it.
I've yet to try to warranty it though. I just put a little super glue there and it's good as new.
I always keep my phone in either a speck or otterbox, and when I go to sell it a year later since it looks brandnew I'll make more money off than what I bought the phone for which is why I wont use any of those slim cases
LancerV said:
I always keep my phone in either a speck or otterbox, and when I go to sell it a year later since it looks brandnew I'll make more money off than what I bought the phone for which is why I wont use any of those slim cases
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mine still looks brand new. and it doesn't take up 130% of my pocket =P
Wow, mine broke exactly on the same spot. I never dropped it..
The spot it is breaking in looks like the place its broken of the mold at the factory. Case feels a little rough at that part.
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meh ----- not a big deal as long as the atrix doesnt break.
i had the same case until i dropped it of the table and the case dropped and shot off and chipped the corner of the atrix
well days later the case just broke
i paid 30 for it and it just sucks
i just tossed it and got a tpu case off of amazon and i love it and have already dropped it and nothing happened
brian2220 said:
i had the same case until i dropped it of the table and the case dropped and shot off and chipped the corner of the atrix
well days later the case just broke
i paid 30 for it and it just sucks
i just tossed it and got a tpu case off of amazon and i love it and have already dropped it and nothing happened
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should have kept it. i just got a replacement for free, all i sent in was a picture of the damage and my order number. it was almost instantaneous and they didn't ask for it back. i also was able to order the new red color instead even if you didn't want it anymore, you could have just sold the replacement.
I was debating whether to get an otterbox case (commuter or impact) or the incipio feather, and I ended up getting the otterbox. It's a lot more durable. I feel like the feather is more decorative then useful...
Mine broke just from removing it from the phone maybe 10 times since I got it....the rubber starts to come off too close to the fingerprint reader and the edges of the case. I really like the lightweight design. Otterbox is too bulky.....I have the Speck case and that is already too much bulk for me.
dLo GSR said:
should have kept it. i just got a replacement for free, all i sent in was a picture of the damage and my order number. it was almost instantaneous and they didn't ask for it back. i also was able to order the new red color instead even if you didn't want it anymore, you could have just sold the replacement.
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I got mine from radioshack and it cracked in the same place as the creator of this thread. Is it possible to get a replacement on it if i didn't get it online though? I see u mentioned an order number =/ So now im starting to scratch my head and getting ready to cross my fingers.... Its a nice case and the thinnest one so i wouldn't mind getting a replacement considering it was $24. I have never dropped my phone with it in the case, but somehow it just snapped while it was in my pocket
TfzSCVang said:
I got mine from radioshack and it cracked in the same place as the creator of this thread. Is it possible to get a replacement on it if i didn't get it online though? I see u mentioned an order number =/ So now im starting to scratch my head and getting ready to cross my fingers.... Its a nice case and the thinnest one so i wouldn't mind getting a replacement considering it was $24. I have never dropped my phone with it in the case, but somehow it just snapped while it was in my pocket
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Of course you can still get a warranty replacement from Incipio if you bought from RadioShack. I would call Incipio @ 800.733.0088 (US Toll Free) or email them @ [email protected] to find out about a replacement (info taken directly off Incipio's Website).
If you are within 30days of buying it from RadioShack, I would try to see if RS would exchange it for you in store- to avoid shipping and wait time.
you can also talk to online support and they will give you the proper steps. if you have a receipt of the purchase i think it'd be fine; luckily for me since it's online they didn't ask me to send it in, i don't know how that would work out for ones bought from vendors.
anyway, here's the new red one they sent me. the color is amazing; it looks completely different (maroon -> brilliant red) depending on the lighting and angle.
dLo GSR said:
anyway, here's the new red one they sent me. the color is amazing; it looks completely different (maroon -> brilliant red) depending on the lighting and angle.
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Damn that looks HOT! I want the red!!! I hope incipio makes more colours...like a dark purple
just happened to see this, check it out. if it's not genuine, it looks pretty close doesn't it?
Anyway, at that price, you really can't complain haha
http://www.ebay.com.sg/itm/Original...044?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e6864e6dc
$16 for a back cover?
For that price, I'm going to guard the one that comes with the phone with my life.
Might as well just spend a little more and get the official Samsung flip cover case which replaces the back cover.
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I don't think is very cheap for the back cover, because the back cover of the Note is not something that worth a lot. ( my thinking)
apanteli said:
I don't think is very cheap for the back cover, because the back cover of the Note is not something that worth a lot. ( my thinking)
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you'd be surprised at how much companies will charge for replacement parts. nokia AU tried to charge me $60 for a replacement back cover for my n900, and the only thing unique about it was an integrated kickstand.
Hmm... I might have to get this. May have been a bit rough opening my Note's backcover once and since then there's a bit of creaking/flexing on the side of the cover closest to the volume keys. Fairly sure the creaking wasn't there before and it's annoying atm.
Stick a square of padded tape beneath the cover where it creaks
Souai said:
you'd be surprised at how much companies will charge for replacement parts. nokia AU tried to charge me $60 for a replacement back cover for my n900, and the only thing unique about it was an integrated kickstand.
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The N900 back cover actually has the spring-loaded lens cover that launched the camera app, so its not exactly THAAAT simple. I know, I tried to fix mine when I dropped it and the lens cover wouldn't open smoothly anymore.
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The N900 back cover actually has the spring-loaded lens cover that launched the camera app, so its not exactly THAAAT simple. I know, I tried to fix mine when I dropped it and the lens cover wouldn't open smoothly anymore.
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the camera cover was actually quite simple. the spring is just a spring. if you look on the back cover, theres a black/white strip that moves when you move the lens cover. theres a light sensor near the camera that is aimed at this strip and is used to detect when the cover is open or not. still not worth $60.
blaaez said:
Stick a square of padded tape beneath the cover where it creaks
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I thought about that. The problem though is that area appears to be one of the places where a lot of heat is generated when the phone is getting stressed (ie. playing intensive games), and the last thing I wanna do is reduce the cooling capability of the Note, particularly with summer around the corner.
Anything over 10USD for such a back cover is a theft, I'd expect to find a decent replacement for 6-7USD given the material.
I paid more than 10USD for a spare back cover of my HD2, and that was *metal* with epoxidic colouring. OEM producers are going crazy selling plastic pieces for that kind of price.
I'll pay for $15 for a white back cover that doesn't make noises, not for the creaky black one that makes noises as you hold it.
This case is a hot seller. I may order soon. anyone ordered this? do you recommend it?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-luxury-...416334?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3cc84b4ece
Ordered a black and a white last week. Lets see how they are, not too bad for a few bucks though.
The original flip case is a back cover replacement but these are shells that you add to the back so it makes the phone feel thicker. Also, something to note is that when you flip the cover around you are going to cover your camera. And also when its closed you cant see the notification light.
I bought the original from best buy, but didnt realize those issues and returned the cover the next day. ALSO. For those who actually buy the original samsung flip cover, once you install it its VERY VERY HARD TO REMOVE, I had to work hard not to scratch my phone trying to get that thing off. Very disappointed with it.
And on another note, I hear that the wireless charging will be a battery cover replacement accessory, so such large back shells may interfere with the charging. I'm going to hold out till the wireless charging is released.
I purchased one of these a week ago and came in today, it's the official AT&T / LG flip cover with wireless charging and NFC.
Came in today, in a plastic bag inside a padded envelope. Works great, feels great, definitely the real thing.
Don't mean to sound like an ad, it's not my listing, but I've seen people getting replacement back covers without Wireless charging for $30+shipping, so this at $20 is a steal!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360868957051
One question, if I hold the phone or sit the phone on the table, back side down, the front flip cover part doesn't stay all the way shut. The right side is about 1/4th inch up off the screen. The auto screen on/off still works but it'd be nice if the cover stayed "tight" on the screen. Though I understand there is no magnet or anything on the far side so it may not be possible, is it... possible?
" the front flip cover part doesn't stay all the way shut. "
That's probably why it was a RETURN aka REFURBISHED and why there was only one of it. Discounted.
I just bought 2 from the same seller (extra one by accident, hope this seller a4c will let me return it for refund. He didn't even responded to any of my email telling him to just send one). I want to know what do you think of this flip case overall, since you've been using it for a while by now. Does it protect the phone from accidental drops well? I'm thinking I'll have to bind the cover with a large rubber band or something to keep it from opening up when it drops. Right now I'm using am Abecus flip case. It works okay, but holding it in my hand is kind of awkward and tiring. I'm hoping to do better with this lg flip case.
Yeah I'm also searching for a nice smart case for the G Pro and would love your feedback
I just got mine today, and I must say,I'm kind of disappointed. This flip cover case offers no real protection to the phone what so ever. The cover itself may protect the screen from scratches in the pocket or bag, but I already have a screen protector for that. It's really just a lg e980 back cover with a screen cover flap attach to it. There is no protection to the four corners of the device if the phone falls. The battery most likely to come out if the fall is a hard one. The flap itself doesn't attach to anything, there isn't a magnet or a button to keep the flap close. The overall appearance of the phone with this case, is just like the original phone with a black plastic screen cover, but it does give a smart look. Earlier the op mentioned that the cover won't stay tight. On mine it works fine, may be it's not staying tight due to that the synthetic leather needs be worn before it will fit right, but it's really not an issue. The plus side of this case is that when you close the flap, it does make the device sleeps, and open the cover wakes the device. This feature alone is worth the price of the case. Using the cover to wake and puts it to sleep beats the gestures and the button any day. I'm not sure about other features I have heard about, such as the NFC and the wireless charging because I haven't tested them. I may return this case because it doesn't protect my Phone, but my other cheap wallet case is already showing signs of wearing, and this case does look sharp. So I don't know. I may have to shop for another case soon. I will post in a few days after using this case for a while.
hawkwind212 said:
I just got mine today, and I must say,I'm kind of disappointed. This flip cover case offers no real protection to the phone what so ever. The cover itself may protect the screen from scratches in the pocket or bag, but I already have a screen protector for that. It's really just a lg e980 back cover with a screen cover flap attach to it. There is no protection to the four corners of the device if the phone falls. The battery most likely to come out if the fall is a hard one. The flap itself doesn't attach to anything, there isn't a magnet or a button to keep the flap close. The overall appearance of the phone with this case, is just like the original phone with a black plastic screen cover, but it does give a smart look. Earlier the op mentioned that the cover won't stay tight. On mine it works fine, may be it's not staying tight due to that the synthetic leather needs be worn before it will fit right, but it's really not an issue. The plus side of this case is that when you close the flap, it does make the device sleeps, and open the cover wakes the device. This feature alone is worth the price of the case. Using the cover to wake and puts it to sleep beats the gestures and the button any day. I'm not sure about other features I have heard about, such as the NFC and the wireless charging because I haven't tested them. I may return this case because it doesn't protect my Phone, but my other cheap wallet case is already showing signs of wearing, and this case does look sharp. So I don't know. I may have to shop for another case soon. I will post in a few days after using this case for a while.
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Well they just suppose look fancy but where never intended to really protect the phone.
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What's fancy about a piece card board like screen cover attach to the back cover? I figure since they call it a case, it suppose to protect the phone. My cheap wallet case offers some protection when I drop it. They really should call it 'screen cover' because there is really not a case anywhere. But like I said, the best part of this 'case' is the screen sleep/wake function. I may grow to like this special back cover after all.
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