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I would like to ask if theres a way to change the upper bezel(right next to the glass section)... the chromed part. I obviously dropped it on the ground and didnt even have time to put a case on it. Thanks.
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I dont think you can as of yet i tried searching and couldn't find any aftermarket bezels, my suggestion is to get a case that covers everything and youll never see it, the trident aeigis is nice its what i have
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I was thinking about getting a seidio active with kickstand... looks good cheap
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I had one on my s2 i loved it but i gotta say i like the trident better because it has port hole covers keeps dust and humidity out, ive been turned down warranty replacement because they said i dropped it in water, when i never did, it was just humidity from savannah and my pocket
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I had a screen protector on since day one. Yesterday I went to replace it and when I took it off my screen had about 5 scratches on it... Gorilla glass and screen protector, and still doesn't help lol smh
Anyone else have this happen?
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I hope not, I always take of my phones, have an invisibleshield on this bad boy, if I get a scratch I'll be pissed!
If it makes you feel any better, my glass cracked in two different places from sliding off my chest while I was laying on the floor.
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If it makes you feel any better, my glass cracked in two different places from sliding off my chest while I was laying on the floor.
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Wow it cracked from like a 2ft slide?
Smh so much for this gorilla glass
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I dropped mine from about 5 feet in the air onto solid concrete. It landed directly on the back side (battery cover) and hardly marked my back casing and nothing happened to the phone at all.
No screen protector or case.
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I dropped mine from about 5 feet in the air onto solid concrete. It landed directly on the back side (battery cover) and hardly marked my back casing and nothing happened to the phone at all.
No screen protector or case.
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Wow red you got lucky.
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Wow it cracked from like a 2ft slide?
Smh so much for this gorilla glass
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No, it cracked from about a 6 inch slide. That's the worst part about it. There's not a single mark on my phone because it was in a case when it happened. I called Samsung and they have to evaluate whether the damage was caused by me or some sort of manufacturing defect. I'm almost positive they're gonna rule against me despite how ridiculous the circumstances were.
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No, it cracked from about a 6 inch slide. That's the worst part about it. There's not a single mark on my phone because it was in a case when it happened. I called Samsung and they have to evaluate whether the damage was caused by me or some sort of manufacturing defect. I'm almost positive they're gonna rule against me despite how ridiculous the circumstances were.
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That sucks! What case are you using?
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No, it cracked from about a 6 inch slide. That's the worst part about it. There's not a single mark on my phone because it was in a case when it happened. I called Samsung and they have to evaluate whether the damage was caused by me or some sort of manufacturing defect. I'm almost positive they're gonna rule against me despite how ridiculous the circumstances were.
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Wow 6 inch fall and it cracked. I've thrown me phone on my bed before from like 6 feet and nothing but then again that's a soft area
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That sucks! What case are you using?
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It was just some plastic case that Target (ironically) had on clearance. I kinda regret that decision...
It mostly depend on the point of impact. If you dropped it directly at it's corner, it'll most likely crack. And I feel the screen on this phone cracks way too easily. I've dropped it once on my bed. Luckily the screen didn't crack.
I have minor scratches on my screen from I have no clue what, I've had a case on it since day one and never lay my phone on its front only on the back and it has minor but noticeable scratches. Annoying and very weak GG
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My back also has some nasty scratches but are only visible in direct sunlight its probably from setting it on tables and desks in class
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No, it cracked from about a 6 inch slide. That's the worst part about it. There's not a single mark on my phone because it was in a case when it happened. I called Samsung and they have to evaluate whether the damage was caused by me or some sort of manufacturing defect. I'm almost positive they're gonna rule against me despite how ridiculous the circumstances were.
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if you goto the galaxy s3 i747 general section there is info on how to replace the front glass. seems easy
I use the otterbox defender series and I have dropped the phone onto big Lots floor from about 5.6 feet and there was not even a mark
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I use the otterbox defender series and I have dropped the phone onto big Lots floor from about 5.6 feet and there was not even a mark
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Yep Otterbox defender for me too. Well worth the money.
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Yep Otterbox defender for me too. Well worth the money.
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Xs 3! , dont care if it adds to much bulk, I work construction so definitely worth it
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if you goto the galaxy s3 i747 general section there is info on how to replace the front glass. seems easy
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I just looked at that thread. I'm gonna definitely mow it over and see if I can find a little more info. Thank you!
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Those reporting scratches with a screen protection could you please let us know which skin you were or are using?
First it was some regular screen protector that came from the mobile I believe now I put on stealth shield screen protector
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Just curious. I got my SIII on the 29th and haven't bothered with a case yet. My previous phone was an archaic Motorola Razr V3m that I had for 5 years and in that time I only dropped it a couple times on the carpet, and once it hit my closet door track which did put a ding on it. I'm thinking of just forgoing a case.
Only have ghost armor in mine. No hard case.
Dropped quite a few times. Usually just the battery case pops off in the harder falls. One fall left an slight dent that I didn't even notice till later.
Have dropped on sides and front. No screen cracks yet. No scratches...only because of the skin that covers the full body.
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I drop my phone like everyday so I cant take that risk .
I have 2 wallet cases even to protect my screen
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Where did you get the soft pouch? I love having those in my pockets tobjust slide the phone and out of there. I always have crap in my pockets having this will be nice.
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Never bother with cases, bulky, ugly and unpractical. Had everything from a Nokia to iPhone 4s. Dropped all at least once when getting out of the car with my good luck none ever broke just a chip lol. However a screen protector is a must for resale value, most people don't care about the back.
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Without a case I feel I'm going drop it or its going slip out my hand so, I got it in a case..
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I only use leather holders with belt clips for carrying. Never ise the permanent cases. With a case phone wont fit in windshield mount thats made just for this phone.
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I have a thin spigen case... Adds no bulk, and and keeps the camera glass off the table when I set it down. I never drop my phone so protection is not an issue, and just the screen (zagg), and the camera lens.
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I dropped once whit no case it was really like a 60cm drop and now when i have dark backgrounds at night i see black spots this phone is pretty sensitive its really suggested to buy a case..
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I always have a case on any phone I have. But I've been seeing so many Asian people (not racist, just my observation) in nyc that aren't rocking a case. Makes me nervous lol
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I dropped once whit no case it was really like a 60cm drop and now when i have dark backgrounds at night i see black spots this phone is pretty sensitive its really suggested to buy a case..
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I've just recently noticed that they're 3 dark spots behind the glass myself. I only noticed it while I was flashing a ROM and it got stuck on just a black screen but was still illuminated. Wonder what that can be. I haven't dropped this phone that i can recall.
As far as cases go, I normally don't buy them but i do have a TPU case for this phone that i put on every now and then
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I've just recently noticed that they're 3 dark spots behind the glass myself. I only noticed it while I was flashing a ROM and it got stuck on just a black screen but was still illuminated. Wonder what that can be. I haven't dropped this phone that i can recall.
As far as cases go, I normally don't buy them but i do have a TPU case for this phone that i put on every now and then
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I have several of these dark spots at night while viewing stuff like an youtube video it can also be caused by pressure like lets say you've left it in your pocket and it may have gotten some pressure applied to it it can cause it also..
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I have several of these dark spots at night while viewing stuff like an youtube video it can also be caused by pressure like lets say you've left it in your pocket and it may have gotten some pressure applied to it it can cause it also..
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This was a common issue with the t989(s2) right out of the box it's a defect call T-Mobile and get a free warranty replacement. Probably shouldn't mention the drop although pretty sure that has nothing to do with it as I'm on my second s3 and they have both had dark spots. It took me three tries to get a perfect s2
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This was a common issue with the t989(s2) right out of the box it's a defect call T-Mobile and get a free warranty replacement. Probably shouldn't mention the drop although pretty sure that has nothing to do with it as I'm on my second s3 and they have both had dark spots. It took me three tries to get a perfect s2
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Meh it doesn't bother me that much because i don't want to go through warranty exchange and re root cwm etc etc.. but thanks for letting me know !
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Meh it doesn't bother me that much because i don't want to go through warranty exchange and re root cwm etc etc.. but thanks for letting me know !
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Yeah I plan on keeping mine for a while at least when my manufactures warranty is coming to an end I'll have a legit reason to get a brand new/refurb phone.
Yea those dark spots were bad on the t989 actually very bad. The gs3 is a long way from that but this is definitely the result of their amoled screen
I'm using a D30 case from T-Mobile but I have never dropped my phone, I rarely leave it out unless it's on the charger when I'm in bed. I don't get how people don't protect their devices in some way.
The glass of this phone seems to cracked too easily, so I bought a case for this phone. This is the first phone I ever feel that need a case. I had the galaxy s and the iphone 4 and both were never in a case.
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The glass of this phone seems to cracked too easily, so I bought a case for this phone. This is the first phone I ever feel that need a case. I had the galaxy s and the iphone 4 and both were never in a case.
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I bought the GS3 at full price no contract or upgrade, I'm not trying to tell anyone how to take care of their things but if anyone is willing to just throw away 650$ because not having a case on their device is restricting then my hands are willing to catch it lol.
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Just a sunglasses bag.
So I've had the note 2 for over a month now. I don't have a screen protector or a case on. And I've dropped my phone twice and got some Nick around the side. So I ordered a case on eBay, seller is from China and of course I'm still waiting for the case to arrive. Today I dropped my phone right on my concrete drive way. ..and the screen is cracked
Get a case for your phone guys!
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So I've had the note 2 for over a month now. I don't have a screen protector or a case on. And I've dropped my phone twice and got some Nick around the side. So I ordered a case on eBay, seller is from China and of course I'm still waiting for the case to arrive. Today I dropped my phone right on my concrete drive way. ..and the screen is cracked
Get a case for your phone guys!
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That's what we've been telling YOU.
jacky37 said:
So I've had the note 2 for over a month now. I don't have a screen protector or a case on. And I've dropped my phone twice and got some Nick around the side. So I ordered a case on eBay, seller is from China and of course I'm still waiting for the case to arrive. Today I dropped my phone right on my concrete drive way. ..and the screen is cracked
Get a case for your phone guys!
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Man that sucks . Hope you had insurance. Once I saw glass was corner to corner on this device I didn't even really touch it till my case arrived. Sorry your phone broke.
I'm on tmobile prepaid 4g plan and I got the phone out rightso no warranty for me. But at least the crack is at the top right hand corner and not in the middle.
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Ive dropped it 3 times and no screen damage. Just slight scratch on the side of the bezel. The second time i dropped it the button that you press on the spen came off and i was never able to find it though.
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I'm on tmobile prepaid 4g plan and I got the phone out rightso no warranty for me. But at least the crack is at the top right hand corner and not in the middle.
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That's too bad. :sorry:
I never needed a case for my vibrant, dropped it more times than I can remember. No cracks but lots of dings and body scars. But this phone being as heavy as it is, is different. you NEED a case for it. Luckily the op's glass shatter didn't cover the camera so yeah, you got lucky man.
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Man that sucks . Hope you had insurance. Once I saw glass was corner to corner on this device I didn't even really touch it till my case arrived. Sorry your phone broke.
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Same here. Waited a month before the otterbox came out before I used mine.
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Yep I'm accident prone that's why I got a body glove until my otterbox defender came.
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This is a reason why I bought a case right after purchasing note 2.
On a phone like this...its worth getting insurance on it
Yup im using flip cover as temp till I get case that completely covers this phone. ..looking for a tpu case but haven't found one yet. Also never had insurance on any phone but got it for this one. ..she's Too much of a beauty to risk.
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I'm on tmobile prepaid 4g plan and I got the phone out rightso no warranty for me. But at least the crack is at the top right hand corner and not in the middle.
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you can get insurance on pre-paid.
when i was working at the store, i would not let somebody leave unless they had insurance or a case. this is exactly why. you drop something made of glass, it will likely break. until that flex composite screen is implemented on these devices, well, good luck and cross your fingers if you drop one of these things.
OP, sucks man. sorry to hear that. i have been lucky thus far and dropped many of my devices without cracking a screen. had a case on my s3, and my note II simply because they are bigger, weigh more, and therefore will hit the ground with more force.
get a case, and be careful
Bought a otterbox defender case . Dropped phone a few times since and everything is ok. Makes your heart drop to watch it bounce though.
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That sucks sorry, when I seen the screen was corner to corner, I kept it in the box and used my S3 until I got a case.
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Dropped mine and spidered the entire front. Got insurance thank God. I have been anti protection forever, but this phone is different. Glass is too accessible.
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I didn't take the note out of the store until I had a case @@
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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.
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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
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Get a titan screen protector feels almost like the screen is self
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I've not had a screen protector on my S3 at all. Ever. Its slid across concrete and still no scratches.
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Get a titan screen protector feels almost like the screen is self
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Same with the zagg HD skin. Like nothing is on it at all.
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Screen protectors are the devil. That is all.
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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
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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
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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.
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Have used armorshield with no problems. Cheap on Amazon and lifetime warranty
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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?
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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!
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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: