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Metal/Alternative battery cover

Anybody have any idea where I could get an aluminum or nicer battery cover replacement?
I don't like the feel of the cheap plastic on the galaxy range.
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I'm looking for the same thing!!!
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Galaxy SIII doesn't have "cheap plastic" back

AndroidZ28 said:
Galaxy SIII doesn't have "cheap plastic" back
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fair enough, but it looks cheap.
im looking for a metal back cover as well. preferably a white one

There are only cases, but no back covers that are metal. It would only damage your phone if you get the battery cover off of it with metal.

HKboy92 said:
There are only cases, but no back covers that are metal. It would only damage your phone if you get the battery cover off of it with metal.
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I am hoping they release the ZAGG leather skins like they have for other phones. Once that is applied, nothing else is needed!
http://www.zagg.com/leatherskins/index.php

have you really had a SGS3 yet to say that you dont like it??? Geez.... have some patience and you might find that its much better than it looks. Besides getting a metal or alloy piece will be much more scratch prone and that is not something you would like to have!

Alright calm yer beans I was just curious, like im sure many others are.
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sure, im curius as well, to see why half the reviewers of the S3 say the rear cover is brilliant and nothing like the photos show, and the other half insist that its 'plasticky'
then i can decide about covers. However i have already preordered some a couple of cases to go with the phone anyway as im sure it will be a while before they will ever make proper rear covers to replace.

vasp3690 said:
sure, im curius as well, to see why half the reviewers of the S3 say the rear cover is brilliant and nothing like the photos show, and the other half insist that its 'plasticky'
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Half Open Minded...Half Closed and probably a 'Fruit'.

SiNJiN76 said:
Half Open Minded...Half Closed and probably a 'Fruit'.
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ill agree to that

Hmmmmm......metal cover on mobile phone.......that should boost reception?!......Fail!
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/7-Colors-to-Choose-battery-back-cover-for-Samsung-i9300-Galaxy-S-3-SIII-/280892799703?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item416683fad7#ht_1057wt_1396

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/7-Colors-to...ain_0&var=&hash=item416683fad7#ht_1057wt_1396
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Hmmm, not a fan tbh. I've been using mine with no cover for 2 days now and I'm loving it! So thin and light. Though I'm going to order a carbon fibre cover (to sit over existing cover) just in case I drop it or someone else does.
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mattyt_491 said:
Hmmm, not a fan tbh. I've been using mine with no cover for 2 days now and I'm loving it! So thin and light. Though I'm going to order a carbon fibre cover (to sit over existing cover) just in case I drop it or someone else does.
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Those aren't "covers" though, they're replacement "backs".
Found that seller just a second ago and was going to post it myself. Going to order a couple and see what they're like.

jasbur17 said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/7-Colors-to-Choose-battery-back-cover-for-Samsung-i9300-Galaxy-S-3-SIII-/280892799703?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item416683fad7#ht_1057wt_1396
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Here are couple close-ups of the replacement covers for anyone that's interested.

A metal case would really screw up your reception, and stop a lot of things like GPS and NFC from working. Take a look at the old transformers

rydaz said:
Here are couple close-ups of the replacement covers for anyone that's interested.
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Has anybody ordered and tried the above?

EDIT I am so stupid

JSale said:
EDIT I am so stupid
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Don't put yourself down

Video Review - Genuine Samsung Galaxy S3 SIII Vent Case - Black

This is my review of the Genuine S3 Vent Case
Youtube Link

this is not an samsung official released
edit, I just noticed it's by anymode, it's not actually official samsung release, but release by anymode, samsung authorised accessories. supplier.

Samsung officially authorized it, so basically the same thing
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I believe it's a made for Samsung product so as good as genuine if not the same
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another great review by Oli2k

TecQuality said:
another great review by Oli2k
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Cheers I do hate my voice but not much I can do about that lol
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Oli2k said:
Cheers I do hate my voice but not much I can do about that lol
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dude, your voice is cool and rocks!!!! trust me! :good:

TecQuality said:
dude, your voice is cool and rocks!!!! trust me! :good:
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Haha glad someone thinks so. Nice one. Loads more reviews to come anyway. Had so many cases turn up to review just finding to the time use them for a few days to give a good opinion on them
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Screen
Hard to tell from your video, does it have any lip to lift the screen off of a table if it is set down on the face? I think I can see one, but you mention that it won't protect the phone at all if it is dropped on the screen, which tells me that it doesn't stick out at all.

e36eury said:
Hard to tell from your video, does it have any lip to lift the screen off of a table if it is set down on the face? I think I can see one, but you mention that it won't protect the phone at all if it is dropped on the screen, which tells me that it doesn't stick out at all.
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No it doesn't have any lip to protect the screen, a nice feeling case but not one for protection.

Oli2k said:
No it doesn't have any lip to protect the screen, a nice feeling case but not one for protection.
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Yes there is. It's not big lip but just enough to raise the phone that the screen doesn't touch the table when placed face down. And I think this provides protection to most vulnerable parts of the phone: corners.

pähkinä said:
Yes there is. It's not big lip but just enough to raise the phone that the screen doesn't touch the table when placed face down. And I think this provides protection to most vulnerable parts of the phone: corners.
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Yeah you are right just took off the commuter and tried it. Does the back stand not annoy you?
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Oli2k said:
Yeah you are right just took off the commuter and tried it. Does the back stand not annoy you?
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Yes it does. I think it's stupid. And there's no real use for it either: With a coin in it's place, it's not something i'd call very stable, so i rather keep the phone in my hand or have it leaning against something. And the looks could be more like in the s2s version. Other than that, i think it's a great case and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a minimal case that doesn't add to much bulk.
P.S. Just got the official slim case today (yes, the twin pack), so we'll see which one do i prefer...

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Yes it does. I think it's stupid. And there's no real use for it either: With a coin in it's place, it's not something i'd call very stable, so i rather keep the phone in my hand or have it leaning against something. And the looks could be more like in the s2s version. Other than that, i think it's a great case and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a minimal case that doesn't add to much bulk.
P.S. Just got the official slim case today (yes, the twin pack), so we'll see which one do i prefer...
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I should have a replica mesh case soon which doesn't have the coin slot. Think if the quality is good it should be a wicked case.
The slim cases are nice I think you'll like them
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Yes,for the Galaxy S3 Case I'm impressive on ROCK Quicksand Galaxy S3 Case,it could be a best choice!!

If you take the battery cover off does it still fit good or is it loose?
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Real aluminum home button sticker

I just want to introduce CELLDECO home button sticker made by 100% real aluminum(the material is produced in the U.S and manufactured in Korea). It gives your Galaxy S III a stylish look. Each package contains 3 buttons(Black/White/Red or White/Silver/Pink).

Link?
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I am Weasel
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and you've been SPANK'd by a S3

none of it will looks good on blue s3

Is there a link available to purchase?

Someone buy, and send me the white!
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bradputt said:
none of it will looks good on blue s3
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The black would look better than the blurple button you have.
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That pic with the red cover reminds me Fast and Furious logic,take a great looking car attach neon lights aerofoil and stuff and make the car both horribly looking and less aerodynamic...
Like,take a Porche 911 and make it look like that per se:
No offence for the op btw!

Authorized reseller website
bpark19 said:
I just want to introduce CELLDECO home button sticker made by 100% real aluminum(the material is produced in the U.S and manufactured in Korea). It gives your Galaxy S III a stylish look. Each package contains 3 buttons(Black/White/Red or White/Silver/Pink).
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You guys can visit at zoarah.com to purchase

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30147221&postcount=87
only site i could find in english and will ship to US for me. I actually looked up a korean ebay seller and ordered one though. Shipped and should be here in several days.
You can contact him through he's ebay acct. robin.kim He's store doesn't carry this item yet but you can send him a message and ask for it.
http://myworld.ebay.com/robin.kim/?_trksid=p4340.l2559
He seems nice and reliable, i'm sure he can work out some kind of deal too if anyone interested in bulk or something.

http://www.zoarah.com/celldeco-100-...sticker-for-galaxy-s3-black-white-red-en.html
http://www.zoarah.com/celldeco-100-...icker-for-galaxy-s3-white-silver-pink-en.html
Wish they were a little cheaper but.....
EDIT: airmail to VA in US is $5 more.

zen0s said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30147221&postcount=87
only site i could find in english and will ship to US for me. I actually looked up a korean ebay seller and ordered one though. Shipped and should be here in several days.
You can contact him through he's ebay acct. robin.kim He's store doesn't carry this item yet but you can send him a message and ask for it.
http://myworld.ebay.com/robin.kim/?_trksid=p4340.l2559
He seems nice and reliable, i'm sure he can work out some kind of deal too if anyone interested in bulk or something.
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How much did he charge if I can ask? Thanks.
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Moricon said:
How much did he charge if I can ask? Thanks.
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I was charged $20.80 that's including the shipping with tracking. That was before I found out about the zoarah website so if you ask him to price match and lower he might be able to do it.
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bradputt said:
none of it will looks good on blue s3
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Silver definitely would.
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zen0s said:
I was charged $20.80 that's including the shipping with tracking. That was before I found out about the zoarah website so if you ask him to price match and lower he might be able to do it.
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For three buttons?
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keekah said:
For three buttons?
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No no...3 STICKERS that go on the buttons

20 dollars for this..lol. if anything i would prefer a recessed button for obvious reasons. i don't have sausage fingers :cyclops:

It is quite expensive for button stickers. I bought it just for the uniqueness of it. These arent cheap plastic stickers, it's metal.
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if any of you guys are interested I have a nice bridge for sale. Been in the family for a while but am willing to take offers.

What is the touch feeling after applying it? Any review on this? I am interested in!!

mentat6059 said:
if any of you guys are interested I have a nice bridge for sale. Been in the family for a while but am willing to take offers.
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$11.99 + shipping sound good? maybe equalling around $20???

Anyone smooth/sanded a TPU case before?

Received this case:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160881769645?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I like it alot so far but the tpu has rough edges, wondering if anyone knows how I could attempt to fix it? I know I could just try sandpaper but would hate to ruin a new case if the sandpaper doesnt work

What part of it is too rough?
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I haven't done it on neoprene, but possibly a lapping kit may work. For example, when I lap a cpu or water block, I can usually find a lapping kit which includes various types/levels of roughness of sandpaper. Obviously it would be on the other spectrum as a cpu but one of the pieces should work, it usually includes about 10 different kinds. I'll see if I have any left, cause I usually use the second softest to polish, which may work

ChrisM0678 said:
What part of it is too rough?
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The front lip....You can feel it when holding the phone and when talking
Nizda1 said:
I haven't done it on neoprene, but possibly a lapping kit may work. For example, when I lap a cpu or water block, I can usually find a lapping kit which includes various types/levels of roughness of sandpaper. Obviously it would be on the other spectrum as a cpu but one of the pieces should work, it usually includes about 10 different kinds. I'll see if I have any left, cause I usually use the second softest to polish, which may work
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Nice

bob2300nx said:
The front lip....You can feel it when holding the phone and when talking
Nice
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you may have gotten a fake one.
1. its from ebay
2. i think they are made in Korea (could be wrong)
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bob2300nx said:
The front lip....You can feel it when holding the phone and when talking
Nice
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lol i just found this in the description of the item
"High quality (very good)
Made in China
This item is not genuine SGP"

I knew it was fake when I bought it. This is a discontinued case. It's pretty nice other than a few flaws. Looks stylish. I know it's fake and from eBay, if you read my first post I'm not complaining just want to make the case better than it already is

bob2300nx said:
I knew it was fake when I bought it. This is a discontinued case. It's pretty nice other than a few flaws. Looks stylish. I know it's fake and from eBay, if you read my first post I'm not complaining just want to make the case better than it already is
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Well that's why the build quality is crappy because its fake.
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Not just on the fake ones...... I've got a genuine lumi with a hideous sharp lip all round. Took the wife's nail file to it and now is much improved.
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daniel4653 said:
Well that's why the build quality is crappy because its fake.
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No ****. Your really good at stating the obvious.

Mr Woolf said:
Not just on the fake ones...... I've got a genuine lumi with a hideous sharp lip all round. Took the wife's nail file to it and now is much improved.
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Nice so filing with the nail file didnt make it look weird? I was just worried by sanding that the finish would get messed up

Worked fine with mine....
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http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=170946339302
Those guys sold me a real one. Good case but prefer my tpu.
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Fake Element Eclipse case

Has anyone bought from aliexpress this (Fake) case? I just saw it from their website, and I think Im not allowed to post links so go ahead guys search @ aliexpress.

Isn't it the one being discussed here:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43033741

I bought one and it's very nice. Users in the original thread with the original said the fake one is just as good as the original or better.
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thanks. please lock down this thread

Why do you want the thread locked down :S
Is it real Carbon Fibre on the back?

TieNN89 said:
Why do you want the thread locked down :S
Is it real Carbon Fibre on the back?
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Yeah, from what it looks like. I just got mine and it's solid. Except for the kickstand which both units (real and fake suffer from)
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rdrguitars said:
Yeah, from what it looks like. I just got mine and it's solid. Except for the kickstand which both units (real and fake suffer from)
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Where'd you get yours from?
All the links people said they bought from are no longer working

Aliexpress.
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There is another site, not ali-express selling now those fake cases. a friend of mine got one from there and looks exactly as the original. since advertising is not allowed, PM me if you want me to send you the address (i hope it's ok, i don't work for it or something).

Is there a version of this for the S4?

JUNGIII said:
Is there a version of this for the S4?
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I know there is a real version for the s4 on the element website.
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I have the fake case. It is great. The only gripe i have is when I hold it and rest my pinky on the bottom, the metal part is sharp, and it hurts.