So... I bought my galaxy s3 from tmobile customer service. With a full upgrade I've only paid $ 179 of 16gb.
I've wanted the white one but they were sold out in 16. So I've went ahead and placed a exchange of the 32gb.
The first (white 32gb) had many dust stuck under the sceen... and interfere with the camera as well... so I've called to get me a same but different one that isn't defective this time. (New in box course) now the new one has huge gap on the metal bezel area... I could fit like 5 business card.
So I called again and placed another one...
This time I've told them to put a notation on my account so that the manufacture date is most recent... (both of my defective white phones were made in 7/4/12)
Where as my blue one is perfect...besides the dark pixels.
I really think Samsung's quality control isn't as what they claim to advertise as... I understand that no phones are perfect... but at least do a better job at hiding... lol
So in my opinion I could be getting a bad batch or just unlucky... I will keep you guys updated with my next replacement in white.
Please tell us your experience with similar problems.
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You are just being picky.
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You are just being picky.
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No he's not, he's paying for a new product so it shouldn't have any defects or problems. What's the point of a 720p screen if it has dust underneath. My 2 yr old g2 doesn't have any dust whatsoever so why should this.
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No ****. How close do you have to have the phone to your face to notice "Dark pixels?"
I wasn't aware that these screen panels could have dust considering the digitizer and screen are fused together. Hmm... :sly:
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Mine already has cracks in the bezel, only issue so far. Much better than the Galaxy Nexus screen issues or the first batch of One X ones.
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My first one had really weird screen issues (looked like there were fingerprints underneath the screen) but I haven't noticed anything out of the ordinary on my second. 32 GB white.
I got wobbly power button and volume buttons...
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I got wobbly power button and volume buttons...
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They're supposed to wobble...
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I bought a white 16gb 2 days before launch and everytime it vibrated it sounded like something loose was in the phone.. I returned it, got another white one. no problems with it.
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So lets see here. Samsung has probably manufactured what 10 million Galaxy S3's? I would expect some to have issues. Mine has none of these flaws.
I got a perfect phone! Trolololololololo lo lo lo lo jk I got a bad screen same issue as the tom skyrocket. Blobs and stuff you know
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woostar88 said:
So... I bought my galaxy s3 from tmobile customer service. With a full upgrade I've only paid $ 179 of 16gb.
I've wanted the white one but they were sold out in 16. So I've went ahead and placed a exchange of the 32gb.
The first (white 32gb) had many dust stuck under the sceen... and interfere with the camera as well... so I've called to get me a same but different one that isn't defective this time. (New in box course) now the new one has huge gap on the metal bezel area... I could fit like 5 business card.
So I called again and placed another one...
This time I've told them to put a notation on my account so that the manufacture date is most recent... (both of my defective white phones were made in 7/4/12)
Where as my blue one is perfect...besides the dark pixels.
I really think Samsung's quality control isn't as what they claim to advertise as... I understand that no phones are perfect... but at least do a better job at hiding... lol
So in my opinion I could be getting a bad batch or just unlucky... I will keep you guys updated with my next replacement in white.
Please tell us your experience with similar problems.
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You must be single and/or your colleagues and spouse, love when you're away lol. I'd hate to get you in the phone at work
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They're supposed to wobble...
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No they aren't. Mine used to firm.. my friend's are still firm though
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bipoler said:
You must be single and/or your colleagues and spouse, love when you're away lol. I'd hate to get you in the phone at work
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Looks like someone forgot their meds tonight! 5 posts in about 10 mins? All useless.
Next time please go try to pick your fights in the physical world where it means something!
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Looks like someone forgot their meds tonight! 5 posts in about 10 mins? All useless.
Next time please go try to pick your fights in the physical world where it means something!
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dc bay....scary....please don't fool low my post count that is DEEP
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The guy shouldn't ***** about it, just exchange the phone. You make millions of phones bound of them a few are going to have flaws... Mass production.. and if you ever worked in quality control you know not EVERY SINGLE product gets checked just a few random ones...
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The guy shouldn't ***** about it, just exchange the phone. You make millions of phones bound of them a few are going to have flaws... Mass production.. and if you ever worked in quality control you know not EVERY SINGLE product gets checked just a few random ones...
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Correct. Look at the Asus Transformer Prime forums for manufacturing defects Haha. Just exchange the dud and move on buddy. Them enjoy your perfect one because this phone ROCKS!
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Oddly enough I had to exchange my gs3 because it couldn't get a 4g signal. Really weird. But now I have one that works perfectly.
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Ok it seems like some people are being rude
I said the first one (blue) has dark spots but I dont care for it ... oh but the device itself is perfect. No other flaws.
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Anyone care? I will be sticking to the GS3 because the size is just where I like it anything biger would probably be too much...
http://www.phonedog.com/2012/09/19/...rriving-on-five-u-s-carriers-by-mid-november/
EDIT: I just read it will have a 1.6ghz Qua core Exynos CPU... I may very well want that in my life!
Can't wait until November, loved the original Note....might be leaving sprint to get it if they don't roll out lte in NY by then.
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Too big (thumbs down).
Yup I'm getting it, Nov is my birthday month
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Must have. Thank you best buy buyback.
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Must have. Thank you best buy buyback.
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I wonder how much they will give for a sg3?
I'll wait for Galaxy S5
Love the specs, hate the size. Hope it's a hit tho.
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I wonder how much they will give for a sg3?
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Half of retail within first 6 months. 340 I think
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Love the specs, hate the size. Hope it's a hit tho.
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Take it from me you'll get use to it fairly easy, and whoever said they couldn't fit a note in their pocket is lying, I normally wear skinny jeans and never had a issue with the original note. Only thing I will say is that it will look fairly ridiculous holding it up to your ear to talk, but I've never been one to worry about what people say or think, and I got plenty of compliments about the phone on a daily basis while commuting in the city.
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Take it from me you'll get use to it fairly easy, and whoever said they couldn't fit a note in their pocket is lying, I normally wear skinny jeans and never had a issue with the original note. Only thing I will say is that it will look fairly ridiculous holding it up to your ear to talk, but I've never been one to worry about what people say or think, and I got plenty of compliments about the phone on a daily basis while commuting in the city.
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Obviously you don't care what people say or think... you wear skinny jeans *badum-bum*
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Obviously you don't care what people say or think... you wear skinny jeans *badum-bum*
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LOL DING!
Yea I'm jumping ship as soon as it launches
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im very interested in this and conflicted on what to do...
i never even held the original note, but i dont mind the bigger size at all... the more the better to me, and with those specs, wooooo...
might have to hold onto one in the store before deciding what to do...
One thing I'm looking forward to is the stylus, I haven't had one since the touch pro 2, I liked it a lot. Less fingerprints, but I don't like how it's on the Bottom? why would they make it come out of the bottom, it's going to wear out and simply fall out eventually... kinda stupid but whatever...
Yup, I'll be selling my S2 and S3 to pick one up as soon as they come out!
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Take it from me you'll get use to it fairly easy, and whoever said they couldn't fit a note in their pocket is lying, I normally wear skinny jeans and never had a issue with the original note. Only thing I will say is that it will look fairly ridiculous holding it up to your ear to talk, but I've never been one to worry about what people say or think, and I got plenty of compliments about the phone on a daily basis while commuting in the city.
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theres no way you got that note in your pocket pic please lol . I tried putting the old note in my front pockets and it wasn't even close, i barely can get my wallet in my front pockets i don't see you getting it in the there, that phone is big. I'm talking about not hanging out your pockets about to fall . I'll be getting the note 2 + man purse i was getting a nexus 7 until i saw a new note with quad core heading this way.
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Damnit.......looks like I'm getting one too O_O
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I'll be getting the note 2 + man purse i was getting a nexus 7 until i saw a new note with quad core heading this way.
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Dude its not a man purse, its a satchel! You'll be like a 21st century Indiana Jones.
If your hands are as big as mine and you can hold your s3 like this....you need the note 2!!!!! Lol i cant wait!!!!!
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Posted this in the deals forum, but since it's today only I figured I'd x-post it here as well.
http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/devices/samsung/galaxy-s-iii-pebble-blue-refurb.html
* Edit: Apparently it's still available!
Awesome find.
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That looks like a good deal, but I always wonder about the warranty (90 days vs. 1 year). I've had to send in 2 of my last 3 smartphones on warranty claims so I worry about this being a good deal.
Typically the good thing about refurbs are whatever the problem was it is now fixed. Puts my mind at ease when I think of it like that lol.
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Typically the good thing about refurbs are whatever the problem was it is now fixed. Puts my mind at ease when I think of it like that lol.
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Receiving 3 crappy refurbished htc one x's in a week I will never buy a refurb.
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Just got mine in today. Ordered a white model, its in perfect shape. Not a blemish on it. Screen is flawless. Even had all the accessories -- only thing missing is the box.
Same here. My white refurb arrived yesterday in perfect condition. Running CM10 now and loving it.
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Just got mine in today. Ordered a white model, its in perfect shape. Not a blemish on it. Screen is flawless. Even had all the accessories -- only thing missing is the box.
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How'd you get it w/O a box ?
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Now it's $150.
This concerns me, so I thought I would warn other Note II owners. Beware of temperature changes.
I went from in my truck, outside where it was near 10F out. (-11c) and into a building while using my Note II. Once in the building, as I was holding the phone and using it, the screen (glass) cracked from the middle left of Home button in an arc to where the power button is.
The phone is 3 days old and never been dropped.
Only the glass cracked. One line.
Reported today, but because it's Sunday, I have to call Rogers Managment Office to see if they will replace it.
I have never heard of this happening before.
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This concerns me, so I thought I would warn other Note II owners. Beware of temperature changes.
I went from in my truck, outside where it was near 10F out. (-11c) and into a building while using my Note II. Once in the building, as I was holding the phone and using it, the screen (glass) cracked from the middle left of Home button in an arc to where the power button is.
The phone is 3 days old and never been dropped.
Only the glass cracked. One line.
Reported today, but because it's Sunday, I have to call Rogers Managment Office to see if they will replace it.
I have never heard of this happening before.
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Wow! That sucks!
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I've had 2 different phones do that (not my Note II )..and it sucks big time..
Hope they exchange it without any hassle for you..
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I've had 2 different phones do that (not my Note II )..and it sucks big time..
Hope they exchange it without any hassle for you..
Mac
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Me too. Will update what Rogers says tomorrow.
If they won't replace it, hopfully Samsung will.
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Crap so this phone is useless in canadian winter? Great
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mr mystery said:
Crap so this phone is useless in canadian winter? Great
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Every phone, actually any device is useless with extreme temperatures.
Matters more is the duration of how long the device was exposed to certain degree of cold or heat.
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That's surprising! I wonder if you got a lemon...
I saw this video not too long ago and in it, the lady put her note 2 in the freezer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=KERzJo9L7vM#t=63s
A typical household freezer should be about -18 Celsius.
I've had my old Galaxy 1 out in similar temperatures at Whistler and it didn't do any damage and the new gorilla glass should be even tougher than its predecessor.
Regardless, they should give you a replacement since it sounds like it died in normal operating conditions.
Damnit physics. Once again you win.
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Wow. I haven't read the manual yet but im pretty sure it says do not expose the unit under extreme temperature somewhere in there. Pretty standard nowadays.
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I haven't read the manual yet but im pretty sure it says do not expose the unit [to] extreme temperature
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Yes. From pp. 217-218:
The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations[...]
Extreme heat or cold
Avoid temperatures below 0°C / 32°F or above 45°C /113°F.
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I went from in my truck, outside where it was near 10F out. (-11c) and into a building while using my Note II. Once in the building, as I was holding the phone and using it, the screen (glass) cracked
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Wow, sorry to hear that.
When you were outdoors, was the phone in your pocket, or was it away from your body and fully exposed to the cold?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2xnWH724Ho
Looks like I better keep my phone warm.... The temperatures in Toronto are dropping quickly now...
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I think u should be good as long as there is no damage aroud the screen where the bumper is.. emphasize that to rogers or samsung
Avoid temperatures below 0°C / 32°F or above 45°C /113°F.
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32F really sounds too high for most winter states I think. I mean, even here in Utah 32F during winter is considered a warm day...at least for me since it gets much lower but luckily never had an issue with my phones.
I will be more careful from now on though.
Good news! Rogers will replace the phone where I got it.
But heading to Calgary so won't be for a week and a half.
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Wow. Sorry for the nasty experience. I'm glad they stepped up with a replacement.
Thanks for the heads up. It would never have occurred to me, a balmy gulf coast resident. Just one more weather hardening tip for a planned trip to your daunting winter lands. Your "note" might have saved mine 2 . ..........
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I guess that's one good thing for moving out of Alaska, about the only one I can think of though... It's -26F there right now. I've never seen a screen crack from the cold before though. Was a computer tech for the Fairbanks school district. We had plenty of cracked video cables in the teacher's laptops when they left them in their cars overnight, but no cracked screens.
Quick temp changes are the enemy not necessarily the extremes themselves.
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I suspect a minute defect in the glass near the home button.
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Hello, I have been having the same issue with my screen on my Galaxy SIII since I bought my first one last february, what is causing it and what is it?
Pictures below, it has just started to develop on this my 4th SIII that of which was a BNIB not one of those replacement ones which my last two replacements were.
Photos below..
The circles start out hardly visible and progress getting darker eventually I have a row of up to 5.
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maybe I'm blind but I don't see any thing there... and the s3 didn't come out last year until summer of '12....
Ok well then its worse because ive gone through 4-5 SIII since july
Look in the area circled in the original photo since the edited one became smaller
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I don't see much either maybe something yellowish to green idk
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I don't see anything I wouldn't expect to see.
Edit: I see them now. It's like one of those pictures you have to stare at to see the image.
I see them, and yeah that would be pretty annoying. Are you using a particular background, or playing a certain game for an extended amount of time that could be causing those to "burn" into the display? Anything along that line of thought?
Is that only noticeable on light background colors or does it get darker with a darker background color?
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If it was easy you'd of hired the guy at Home Depot to to it.
It's definitely a game or something causing this. Or background as the above user mentioned. Only issue that's common throughout all of the s3 devices are the ink blots. That circling is really strange. I'm putting my money on it being caused by some sort of burn in from the same image being displayed for too long.
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I don't see anything, even if there were something minor you returned 4 galaxy siii because of that?
I once heard a story about a boy after returning five phones for the same issue that was so minor, his mother took him to a psychologist about his perfectionism disorder. (Nothing to do with you, just a funny story)
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I don't see anything, even if there were something minor you returned 4 galaxy siii because of that?
I once heard a story about a boy after returning five phones for the same issue that was so minor, his mother took him to a psychologist about his perfectionism disorder. (Nothing to do with you, just a funny story)
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It only starts getting darker and darker and more noticeable. It starts only being noticeable on white to gray screens then on all screens.
I do not use or have any backgrounds or games which have that design.
Would you pay the same amount for an SIII if you saw defects on the screen?
I pay for the warranty so I will make sure my phone is in prestine condition if ever I decide to sell it.
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It only starts getting darker and darker and more noticeable. It starts only being noticeable on white to gray screens then on all screens.
I do not use or have any backgrounds or games which have that design.
Would you pay the same amount for an SIII if you saw defects on the screen?
I pay for the warranty so I will make sure my phone is in prestine condition if ever I decide to sell it.
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I mean, who doesn't have a pair of black balls on their gs3 screen?
Opps wrong thread......
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I mean, who doesn't have a pair of black balls on their gs3 screen?
Opps wrong thread......
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Nicee haha yeah link me to that thread as well lol
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I actually had my phone exchange for the same reason including the black balls on the screen lol new replacement came with less yellowish and smaller balls so I learn to live e with it xD
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I actually had my phone exchange for the same reason including the black balls on the screen lol new replacement came with less yellowish and smaller balls so I learn to live e with it xD
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I suppose I could try to learn to live with it....
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Did some one else also got their phone cracked?
I babied it since I bought, not even a minute scratch, every thing pristine. Called customer service, they claim any physical damage is not covered under warranty.:crying: Even sent them links and posting full of same problem.
NEVER going to buy any Samsung products.
mind posting a link to this cracked case?
The top left corner of the back has a nice crack, developed in a week because of their plastic. I just went on eBay and got another one for cheap. Never dropped it either but oh well, at least the screen is in tact
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Mine too. I told Samsung about it just to let them know about poor build quality, they kept trying to get me to send it back to them so they could rape me on fixing it no matter how many times I told them that I didn't care about the crack I was just letting them know that I was disappointed in the quality. I think I am done buying samsungs, I will go with Google branded devices from now on.
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mind posting a link to this cracked case?
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My phone had identical crack.
http://www.androidauthority.com/gal...rtphone-samsung-repair-affected-units-101957/
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Did some one else also got their phone cracked?
I babied it since I bought, not even a minute scratch, every thing pristine. Called customer service, they claim any physical damage is not covered under warranty.:crying: Even sent them links and posting full of same problem.
NEVER going to buy any Samsung products.
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You'll never buy another Samsung product? No blu ray player? Or a nice LED TV from them.
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You'll never buy another Samsung product? No blu ray player? Or a nice LED TV from them.
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I was a die hard Samsung person until my s3 I have a Samsung fridge, 2 Samsung TVs, 2 captivates, a blue ray player, a focus 2, a Bluetooth earpiece, and I recommended Samsung to everyone. I am quite disapointed in the way they handled my advice, I wasn't asking for service or a replacement, I was just letting them know I was not happy with the quality of my device. So I think I am done with Samsung for a while, I love my nexus 7 so I will be going Google for the time being.
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You'll never buy another Samsung product? No blu ray player? Or a nice LED TV from them.
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NEVER!!!
I had their plasma, paid ridiculous high price 11 years ago, still going very strong. Windows OS Focus phone, great quality. But now after knowing their problem, how they treat me. I will even persuade others from buying their products.:crying:
Lol I thought the whole time the cracks were part of the bezel hahaha I have 4 of them one in each corner. What a coincidence lol but yeah they don't bother me. I always have my phone in a case, but yeah I totally thought it was part of the design and I noticed the bezel is all uneven around the screen... Some gaps bigger than others... Samsung always has issues on their bezels.... The Note was the worst. Not OCD about it. But I did notice it
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I used to baby my phone, but I couldn't find a good screen protector that worked with my case.
I love using the matte-finished screen protectors that are reusable (I'm using the Mochi brand). I'm still very careful about my phone, though.
Noticed a fresh crack appeared in bottom, on top of USB. Looks like whole bezel will fall apart.
That sucks. So far, no scratches after about 8 months use. Good to be on the lookout for them though!