Removing that ugly at&t logo - Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion

I haven't received the phone yet, but can anybody tell me if that at&t logo is etched under the glass or is it on top of it? I want to see if I can remove it using nail polish remover or goo gone or whatever. I like my phones unbranded and that at&t logo is a definite eyesore.

Underneath I would assume
Sent from my LT28at using xda premium

under the screen , cannot be removed ...

I never actually notice it there really
Sent from my LT28at using xda premium

thanitos said:
I never actually notice it there really
Sent from my LT28at using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Is it under the screen or the preinstalled screen protector?

jeriku said:
Is it under the screen or the preinstalled screen protector?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
screen

It doesn't look like its under the glass. Looks like its on the same level as Sony and button icons. Would have to take off stock protector, not worth it to me. Sony protectors are very good. My x10 still has it on, with only minor scratches
Sent from my LT28at using xda app-developers app

lol
att logo is on glass itself, there is no way to remove it.
you can buy replacement LCD with no logo, it will cost you only 225 just for part

After seeing this device come apart I would not attempt to replace the screen on it. I have done quite a few different devices but this thing does not look fun to deal with at all. As for the logo I am mostly sure it is impregnated in the glass so no real way to get it out.

Related

Scratch remover?

Anything that can remove a scratch from gorilla glass? :-\
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA Premium App
You could maybe try Brasso (the old "good" stuff with the tiny sand) or Armor Etch. How deep is the scratch? I'm not really sure how much different Gorilla Glass is different from regular glass so those two suggestions might be void.
Might also want to look at Jewellers Rouge. That may be too much though.
TheMavic said:
You could maybe try Brasso (the old "good" stuff with the tiny sand) or Armor Etch. How deep is the scratch? I'm not really sure how much different Gorilla Glass is different from regular glass so those two suggestions might be void.
Might also want to look at Jewellers Rouge. That may be too much though.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It's just deep enough to feel it with my finger nail. But I can't see it when I have the screen on. It's in the bottom corner.
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA Premium App
knipp21 said:
It's just deep enough to feel it with my finger nail. But I can't see it when I have the screen on. It's in the bottom corner.
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA Premium App
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If it's something that small try some toothpaste. Call me crazy but it works. Put it on a soft cloth and rub the area in a circular motion for about a minute, rinse, repeat if necessary. Learned that from the Navy
TheMavic said:
If it's something that small try some toothpaste. Call me crazy but it works. Put it on a soft cloth and rub the area in a circular motion for about a minute, rinse, repeat if necessary. Learned that from the Navy
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Make sure you're using the paste toothpaste not the gel kind. This works great on scratched cds
Sent from my ADR6350 using XDA App
Sorry to hear man, worst comes to worst, you can always get a refurb under the 1 year warranty.
Its not gorilla glass
Sent from my Incredible Sensation using XDA App
calamity said:
Its not gorilla glass
Sent from my Incredible Sensation using XDA App
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes it is
http://techstic.com/2011/05/htc-droid-incredible-2-features-and-specifications.html
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA Premium App
And one more of the many links
http://mycellphonereviews.com/htc-droid-incredible-2-price-review-specs.html
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA Premium App
Called HTC themself. They said its like gorilla glass. But its not gorilla.glass which is a trademark name by Corning. If you go to gorilla glass website they have a list of phone with GG and the inc2 isn't one of them.
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA App
Opaque Aluminum-Silicone Base glass.
Basically the same concept but not the same thing
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA App
The website says Incredible S. Aren't they the same phone essentially?
Sent from my Incredible 2 using Tapatalk
Yes I think calamity isn't aware of that.
But...
But...
I thought Gorilla glass doesn't scrach?!?!
You must have a knock-off DInc2.
TheAtheistReverend said:
But...
But...
I thought Gorilla glass doesn't scrach?!?!
You must have a knock-off DInc2.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well it flew across the parking lot and I only got one scratch lol...what I'm going to do is make it a silver one and.sand off this black paint on the front. If it goes bad i have it insured.
It's only a $100 deductible on insurance right? Do I have to return the phone?
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA Premium App
What black paint on the front? The black is under the glass, so you can't sand it off (same with the verizon logo at the top). And to answer your last questions, yes and yes.
Sent from my finally rooted Dinc 2
beenz said:
What black paint on the front? The black is under the glass, so you can't sand it off (same with the verizon logo at the top). And to answer your last questions, yes and yes.
Sent from my finally rooted Dinc 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Even if I "lost" the phone? And no I'm talking about the black on the face plate. The aluminum.
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA Premium App
beenz said:
What black paint on the front? The black is under the glass, so you can't sand it off (same with the verizon logo at the top). And to answer your last questions, yes and yes.
Sent from my finally rooted Dinc 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
He isn't talking about the screen, he means the front bezel, since it went across the parking lot, I assume it screwed up the front, so that it was he means. It'll look like a thunderbolt.
andybones said:
He isn't talking about the screen, he means the front bezel, since it went across the parking lot, I assume it screwed up the front, so that it was he means. It'll look like a thunderbolt.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Basically
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA Premium App
If the scratch is really light, do the best you can with toothpaste and then put a screen protector on it. That'll cover up the feel of the scratch, even if it's still there.

Pre-install screen protector?

Mine is on ordered but should I buy a screen protector or it came pre-install as xperia S?
There is already a factory applied one on there.
Spectre51 said:
There is already a factory applied one on there.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
nice, I was ready to order a screen protector too! upon further inspection I do notice a screen protector.
I like the protector since it fits nice... And no need for extra one although extra always is better but no real need
Sent from my LT28at using xda premium
I haven't heard of a pre installed screen protector on the AT&T Ion. Is it similar to a Zagg or best skins ever one or just thin sticker film?
erwaso said:
I haven't heard of a pre installed screen protector on the AT&T Ion. Is it similar to a Zagg or best skins ever one or just thin sticker film?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sony puts it on all their phones. Its hardly even noticeable.
Sent from my LT28at using Tapatalk 2
So good enough to keep on then? Or get a better one?
erwaso said:
So good enough to keep on then? Or get a better one?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've never taken the stock Sony one off any of my phones (Xperia Play, S, ion) and its always done its job. Never put anything else on it either.
Sent from my LT26i using Tapatalk 2
Good to know. Thanks
Does anyone know if the screen protector can be taken off without any major issues? I would hate if it left a residue behind.
The at&t gut took it off of mine.
Sent from my LT28at using xda app-developers app
Corbanski said:
The at&t gut took it off of mine.
Sent from my LT28at using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No residue left over?
Corbanski said:
The at&t gut took it off of mine.
Sent from my LT28at using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Why?
Sent from my LT28at using Tapatalk 2
corbanski said:
the at&t gut took it off of mine.
Sent from my lt28at using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
i demand a refund!!!
Corbanski said:
The at&t gut took it off of mine.
Sent from my LT28at using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I got my x10 on 11/24/2010 and didn't find out about the stock screen guard till a year into it. But it is still on has only 1 major scratch. Best stock guard around. I agree with above post TAKE IT BACK AND GET ANOTHER ONE AND SMACK THE IDIOT THAT TOOK IT OFF, but that's just me
Sent from my X10a using xda app-developers app
ToledoJab said:
TAKE IT BACK AND GET ANOTHER ONE AND SMACK THE IDIOT THAT TOOK IT OFF
Sent from my X10a using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
He means that in a good way though
Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk 2
paul-c said:
Does anyone know if the screen protector can be taken off without any major issues? I would hate if it left a residue behind.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Never done it butbit shouldnt... Why would u wanna do it. Yoi cant even notice its there and it does its job..
Sent from my LT28at
mehran_o0o said:
Never done it butbit shouldnt... Why would u wanna do it. Yoi cant even notice its there and it does its job..
Sent from my LT28at
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've changed my mind on wanting to remove the screen protector. Seems like it would be more trouble than it's worth, and like you said, it's hardly noticeable.
Removed my screen protector and I am really happy. It was slightly beat up and I dislike screen protectors on my phones. It was put on extremely well.
The screen and capacitive buttons seem more responsive and I prefer the feel of glass.
Sent from my LT28h using Tapatalk 2
mlee1999 said:
Removed my screen protector and I am really happy. It was slightly beat up and I dislike screen protectors on my phones. It was put on extremely well.
The screen and capacitive buttons seem more responsive and I prefer the feel of glass.
Sent from my LT28h using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I remove mine too. Much better now.
Sent from my LT28at using Tapatalk 2

Custom colored faceplate for SGS3

Wouldn't it be awesome? To buy a gold faceplate off eBay and install it yourself and end up having a shiney new gold phone. Beat that iSheep! But however I don't think it is possible simply because of the way the the phone was designed - and that was thinness first. Samsung has fused all those layers of glass (glass, touch screen, and digitizer[?]) together so we get a thinner product, but harder physical customisations/repairs. I might be wrong though, has anyone here replaced the faceplate/screen of their SGS3? Would it be possible to spray paint even the faceplate without getting the screen too?
What is your guys opinion on the way this phone was designed? (In relation to thinnest VS hard repairs, not how god damn ugly Apple made Samsung design the phone) Also, if you could, what color(s) would you paint your SGS3?
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
What if i told you Iphones can do this?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda app-developers app
Xcor3 said:
What if i told you Iphones can do this?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lol. +1
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda app-developers app
There's a local store near me that seems to do this kinda thing, so it must be possible?
mercury color screen protector.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
Yeaaah, I actually have a mate with a Red 4S, but special tools are required, with and Android its just screws and a case opener tool. But yeah, your right. #boycotapple
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
Really? I wonder how exactly they do it. There isnt anything on ebay thats like "Change your frame for Galaxy S3!" The only way i can seen it is to replace your screen as well. But that limits us to only white, blue and red frames. No to mention its a hefty ~$230
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
They do it for s3s? I would ship them mine if they could make it black lol i want it so bad
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using xda premium
WoodenAnts said:
Really? I wonder how exactly they do it. There isnt anything on ebay thats like "Change your frame for Galaxy S3!" The only way i can seen it is to replace your screen as well. But that limits us to only white, blue and red frames. No to mention its a hefty ~$230
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
again..
mercury screen protectors. comes in 11 different colors.
if you want to change the rest, google galaxy s3 housing
16 bucks for everything but the digitizer/screen
mputtr said:
again..
mercury screen protectors. comes in 11 different colors.
if you want to change the rest, google galaxy s3 housing
16 bucks for everything but the digitizer/screen
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I also use the mercury red screen protector. I have a red back housing too with a brushed aluminum metal. Looks sick. Ill upload pics if ur interested.
Sent from my patent infringing Galaxy S3.
actually.. i would love it if you can post pics. I heard they leave abit of a gap on the side.. wondering how true that is.
Oh, and where did you buy it from? (amazon?)
brush aluminum facial plate frame, i have a thread on this, includes a aluminum home button.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1852791
Theres 3 options to change the color right now
Mercury screen protectors. Leaves a 2mm gap all around the phone so i wouldnt recommend it.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...07755011,k:galaxy+s3+mercury+screen+protector
This new glass colored screen protector. (Waiting on somebody on a different thread to upload pics so I can see if there are any gaps)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280934039929&var=580120833302
And finally the Aluminize Skinplayer. Aluminium Frame I ordered mine so I'll post pics once I receive it. Hopefully there aren't any gaps. It comes with a Home Button sticker.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/16087390063...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Please do
Sorry mputtr, i didn't see your post before. I will look it up now, thanks for your responses!
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
I've seen the aluminum cases and they look nice. I'm curious as to if they have a negative impact on the signal strength/ reception. If they don't, I'd be tempted to get one myself!
Yea the housing looks nice. I guess the goal for us all is to have a different colored S3, but preferably without adding bulk to it. The Mercury screen protectors are nice actually, as well as the replacement back cover/housing. So I guess there were more options available that i didnt know about when i started this thread.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
I'm still looking at the mercury protectors but it seems that there are 2 versions. a flat one that leaves a 2mm gap from the edge and a curved one that fits perfectly.
I'm still trying to figure out if there's a way to get the curved one. but that is an option for you.
EDIT: and the housing.. you can always buy the housing and spraypaint it yourself.. or even handpaint it if you have the artistic skills.
I have a bezel and home button with infused "diamonds". No stickers etc. Looks nice with the Pebble Blue screen and battery cover.

[Q] Is the Sony Xperia Z durable?

I'm thinking of getting one on a 2 year contract, will the phone last for 2 years? I mean it's glass on the front and the back right?
And is the reception and call quality good? Can anyone tell me their experience with this phone so far?
gFrenken97 said:
I'm thinking of getting one on a 2 year contract, will the phone last for 2 years? I mean it's glass on the front and the back right?
And is the reception and call quality good? Can anyone tell me their experience with this phone so far?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Why you haven't post here : Xperia Z General
I think that the Xperia Z sub-forum is better for a answer than this place
philos64 said:
Why you haven't post here : Xperia Z General
I think that the Xperia Z sub-forum is better for a answer than this place
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Because more people are around here I think
Is it not allowed?
gFrenken97 said:
Because more people are around here I think
Is it not allowed?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can post here, of course, but I'm not sure that you have a good answer to your request.
It was just a suggest
I think Xperia Z can last longer than Samsung and LG
I always fould people have their samsung screen cracked (some people say LG is weak too)
Sony phones are usually harder compared to most other brand (maybe not as hard as Nokia)
still, people usually found that XZ can be scrached easilly.
One problem of XZ is that the battery cannot be removed normally by us
Since you said u're going to use it for two years, i'm afraid the battery may get bad, then u need to pay sony for expensive replace
KWOKSFUNG said:
I think Xperia Z can last longer than Samsung and LG
I always fould people have their samsung screen cracked (some people say LG is weak too)
Sony phones are usually harder compared to most other brand (maybe not as hard as Nokia)
still, people usually found that XZ can be scrached easilly.
One problem of XZ is that the battery cannot be removed normally by us
Since you said u're going to use it for two years, i'm afraid the battery may get bad, then u need to pay sony for expensive replace
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes, it's scratched easy but it has a pre installed screen protector right?
Yes, there's screen protector that can be removed. But some found that removing the screen protector will also remove the SONY logo
I actually dont mean that the screen is easy to be scrached, but some other parts of the phone
(Some people tell me about it, I'm not sure which part is it exactly)
KWOKSFUNG said:
Yes, there's screen protector that can be removed. But some found that removing the screen protector will also remove the SONY logo
I actually dont mean that the screen is easy to be scrached, but some other parts of the phone
(Some people tell me about it, I'm not sure which part is it exactly)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I dropped mine pretty hard today, still no scratches or dents but I think I did have a little heart attack though
gFrenken97 said:
I dropped mine pretty hard today, still no scratches or dents but I think I did have a little heart attack though
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
congrats i recommend u to buy a case
KWOKSFUNG said:
congrats i recommend u to buy a case
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
But it ruins the look and feel
hmm i know that feel
to protect my xperia s, i also put a cheap looking case on it
KWOKSFUNG said:
Yes, there's screen protector that can be removed. But some found that removing the screen protector will also remove the SONY logo
I actually dont mean that the screen is easy to be scrached, but some other parts of the phone
(Some people tell me about it, I'm not sure which part is it exactly)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I prefer a phone that's completely unbranded.
Whenever someone asks me what phone it is I tell them it's a Sony and they're amazed.
Now to get rid of the "Xperia" from the back cover
pati305 said:
I prefer a phone that's completely unbranded.
Whenever someone asks me what phone it is I tell them it's a Sony and they're amazed.
Now to get rid of the "Xperia" from the back cover
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Removing the pre installed screen protector is the stupidest thing you can do .. It releases all the pressure of the shatter proof glass so now it can crack with the slightest drop ...
Sent from my C6603 using xda premium
gFrenken97 said:
Removing the pre installed screen protector is the stupidest thing you can do .. It releases all the pressure of the shatter proof glass so now it can crack with the slightest drop ...
Sent from my C6603 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It's not hard to apply another screen protector without the Sony logo.
Can't really call it shatter proof glass if it cracks without a screen protector :/
Shatter Resistance. Not shatter proof.
Sent from my LT28h using xda app-developers app
lee480 said:
Shatter Resistance. Not shatter proof.
Sent from my LT28h using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That's that I meant
Sent from my C6603 using xda premium
pati305 said:
I prefer a phone that's completely unbranded.
Whenever someone asks me what phone it is I tell them it's a Sony and they're amazed.
Now to get rid of the "Xperia" from the back cover
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hmm
You already took it down?? (Well, this is your personal preference. I wont be like u...)
That protector actually have another function...
Sony said that it can reduce internal reflaction of the screen to give a more clear image.
Still, I would recommend u to buy a screen protector yourself.
pati305 said:
It's not hard to apply another screen protector without the Sony logo.
Can't really call it shatter proof glass if it cracks without a screen protector :/
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sony logo is NOT on the screen protector
Sent from my C6506 using xda app-developers app
nutzuTo said:
Sony logo is NOT on the screen protector
Sent from my C6506 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It is, i've seen videos of the pre installed screen protector being removed. No Sony logo under it, but the Xperia logo on the back does stay
Sent from my C6603 using xda premium
gFrenken97 said:
It is, i've seen videos of the pre installed screen protector being removed. No Sony logo under it, but the Xperia logo on the back does stay
Sent from my C6603 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Xperia logo is embend it on the cover cant be removed
Sent from my C6506 using xda app-developers app

Warning about Zagg (and screen protectors in general) on Galaxy S3

Removed my zagg protector today and noticed the glue from the shield completely took off the oleophobic coating. Now the glass isn't as smooth and attracts fingerprints even more. Just a warning to those putting on a screen protector, you may actually be damaging the phone.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk
I noticed that too. I'm sad now. I took the screen protector off cause I wanted the nice slidey feeling back but now it feels different
Sent from my SGH-I747M using xda app-developers app
Get a titan screen protector feels almost like the screen is self
Sent from my SGH-I747 using xda app-developers app
I've not had a screen protector on my S3 at all. Ever. Its slid across concrete and still no scratches.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using XDA Premium HD app
deathblade said:
Get a titan screen protector feels almost like the screen is self
Sent from my SGH-I747 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Same with the zagg HD skin. Like nothing is on it at all.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using xda app-developers app
Screen protectors are the devil. That is all.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
I have only used SGP Spigen ones and they are always really good.
Thanks for the info!
I prefer the ones you can re use. They work pretty well. when it gets dirty or has bubbles, you can pull it off, rinse and re apply. None of that sticky mess or hoping it's set right the first time
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using xda app-developers app
angelle97 said:
I prefer the ones you can re use. They work pretty well. when it gets dirty or has bubbles, you can pull it off, rinse and re apply. None of that sticky mess or hoping it's set right the first time
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I use armor shield and they have held up pretty well
I can't remember where i saw it but a few months ago i saw the kit online to replace the glass screen coating....oleo whatever.
Maybe find something here http://www.globaldirectparts.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-SGH-i747-AT-T-s/18091.htm
and how to take it apart here http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/search/samsung+galaxy+s3
I use self laminating sheets from Office Max. I Cut to fit and apply. Easy to remove too. They last maybe two weeks, but they do give some protection to the screen and it's super inexpensive since you get so many sheets to a box. They look just fine. I don't think they cling hard enough to remove any coating but I haven't really looked for that.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using xda premium
Have used armorshield with no problems. Cheap on Amazon and lifetime warranty
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk
I removed my Zagg InvisibleShield from my S3 the other day without any ill effects. It was applied the day the phone was purchased sometime about a year ago. That was an expensive clear sticker. I won't miss the rubbery feeling one bit!
Maybe those having problems are following different install methods?
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk
maττ said:
I removed my Zagg InvisibleShield from my S3 the other day without any ill effects. It was applied the day the phone was purchased sometime about a year ago. That was an expensive clear sticker. I won't miss the rubbery feeling one bit!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I took mine off, too, without seeing any negative effects on the screen. I got a tempered glass screen protector and now won't ever use anything else. It feels just like the original glass and protects the phone at the same time.
I like the Zagg stuff. I've had them on all my phones and never had an issue. I have the HD on my GS3 now and had it replaced a couple times, but nothing left on the screen.
ZAGG was pretty good for the iPhones.
Thanks for the heads up on this one. Phew.
Used Armorshield on my Nexus 4.
Probably will do the same for my GS3. :highfive:

Categories

Resources