Maintainence - T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II

I like to keep my phone in as good quality as I can, however, I see that there is a possibility of dust and debri to build up where the screen meets the bezel and around the home button. How can I avoid that, im thinking a simple tpu case may do the job to an extent. Also, how can I clean it if there is built up dust or w.e running a paper within the seem seemed to work with my older phones. Anyways drop your two cents anything is appreciated.
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I use a business card or one of the squegee cards that comes with screen protectors. To avoid it would be impossbile unless you kept the phone in a plastic bag 24/7.

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Realook SP - OK, I'm a believer now.

I've always been against SPs. I know they serve their role, but I believe the Vibrant has held up extremely well for me. Regardless, seeing so many complimentary posts I decided to split the costs with another XDA user and give it a whirl.
Boy am I glad I did. The SP is not visible AT ALL. No bubbles, no change that I can tell in screen clarity, the feel is almost the exact same to my touch, and best of all.... with the SP + Gorilla I really have no worries at all about my screen. I guess in a worst case scenario the SP could get a scratch? Anyone had any issues with this?
Application was super easy. I opted to use a warm shower for humidity and some scotch tape to help apply.... first time trying was perfect. Never had I been able to apply a SP so easily/perfect.
Also, I use the black TMobile case that came on launch date. With this case, it wraps just slightly around the edge of the phone.... well, this is perfect because even if you could see the SP, this case wraps over it. This is flawless. Nobody would ever guess I had a SP.
Those in limbo or feeling good about the Gorilla... take it from someone who used to vocalize those same sentiments, this SP is worth it. Maybe find someone on XDA to help split the costs with you since it comes in a 2 pack.
If you order, you get:
2 SPs
an alcohol wipe
a microfiber cloth
2 strong adhesive tapes (to lift the SP if you do get dust under it)
2 little plastic pieces to smooth out any bubbles
instructions
I think that's all that came in the box... not bad for $11. O, and I got an email saying I should expect it on the 17th.... well, I got it today (11th). Pretty speedy delivery too!
I realize this sounds like an ad... I am not affiliated with them in any way, just trying to point out my thoughts since I was openly negative about it before.
UPDATE: 10/6/10
I'm still very happy with the SP. HOWEVER, I AM BECOMING VERY ANNOYED BY THE SMEARING/FINGER PRINTS THOUGH. I can clean my screen with a microfiber and instantly it's dirty again. I have dropped some saline on the screen and then cleaned it... immediately becoming dirty again. I think the screen was much better at not showing fingerprints BEFORE adding the SP. Anyone else notice this? Any ideas?
those things are amazing, I actually took mine off after a couple of weeks because I had a little bubble on the top right corner that wouldn't go away. I washed it and stuck it back on and its still perfect, these things are definitely worth the price
Yesss, another convert to SP. Glad you did it.
I have one and would not trade it for anything. I would rather be safe with my phone than mess it up and regret for the rest of the time that I have it.
Enjoy.
Yes it's awesome but I did manage to scratch the screen protector itself somehow =( that's why I split it with you lol. I'm glad you got it already tho.
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Did you notice the tiny pieces? You know those are for the cameras lens right? (i think lol it fits perfectly so I thought that's what it is for)
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I agree that it is virtually invisible when on but try as I might I cant get it to go on cleanly. I finally gave up and live with two bubble. Thankfully they arent in the primary display area.
Oh Realook is definitely better. I first tried the T-mobil SP and noticed a big difference once i tried the Realook. Although my experience was not perfect with Realook, i did have a bubble around the speaker which i can't remove.. I haven't applied the 2nd one, i tried re-using the same one but i got the same results..even after i re-cleaned that area. Having said that, I would still recommend this SP as well
I love realook, they are amazing. I was showing my phone to a customer and they asked why I didn't use a SP. I told them I was using a SP but they didn't believe me. I took my case off and showed them the edge of the SP and they finally believed me.
Yes its good.I just wish it would not attract finger prints as much.oh well small issue to deal with. I had the t mobile one and it made the screen crappy.
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KerryG said:
I agree that it is virtually invisible when on but try as I might I cant get it to go on cleanly. I finally gave up and live with two bubble. Thankfully they arent in the primary display area.
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If the bubbles are on an edge that means it's not centered properly. Anywhere else I would say it's dust.
Yep RealLook is awesome. I got it because at the time, Clarivue didn't have one available. But RealLook seems to be the exact same thing so I'm very impressed.
I am a Realook Fan now. I had the t-mobile SP and that made the screen look so bad. Having the Realook Sp looks like there is nothing there.
im still streaking naked !!!!
I had the Realook SP for about half a week now, and I AM LOVING it. It's better than the T-Mobile, and Case-Mate SPs.
It doesn't even look like there's one there. No streaks, fingerprints, smudges, or grease.
When my brother seen the package, he asked if I ever put it on. I told him that there wasn't a SP on, and he believed me. I told him I put on a SP and he said, WOW. He didn't notice it.
It does take a little while to put on, I couldn't get on small bubble off, so I have to live with it.
You got a pm.
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Well. I'm not impressed.
Both screens could not adhere properly at the earpiece level. The bubble would not go away. (and yes, it was spotless dust-free/clean application).
The adhesive eventually wore off from constant rejiggering and the bubble got bigger....
Yea its tricky i actually got pissed and crumpled the first one..
2nd one took some time...like 20 mins of patients but i eventually got it perfect and im loving it i have no issues with earpiece had few specs of dust but got rid with piece of tape.
Also someone stated its doesn't show fingerprints, smudges, or grease...that's not true.
you still see marks all over the screen from your fingers just like you would without a SP.
But doesn't bother me at all. I cant even tell i have SP and coming from crappy invisible shield rubbery SP im %100 satisfied with it.
I just received my RL screen protectors. They look and feel great. I noticed on both installed on our two vibrants the bubble around the earpiece. I worry that it may get bigger with wear, but if that's the only thing I have to worry about, I'll shell out the $11 again for another pair.
My wife has a snap on cover that goes around the earpiece, so I don't think she'll have that problem.
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I have a trick to get rid of the ear piece probelm but not sure how to explain and if it will even help you
At the ear piece i think the SP plastic dips in slightly causing the not to sit properly.
I used my fingernail and scratched in towards the opening for the earpiece hole untill it was sitting flush and eventually flattened out.
dont worry you cant scratch the SP with your finger nail
LOL i hope i described that so you can understand
Do you just keep scratching it while it's on until it flattens out?
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Dust in my screen

There is an awful lot of dust building up in the bottom left corner of my screen making it really hard to see the screen excpecially when im outside.
Anyone ever have this issue or know an easy way how i can get it out of there?
I have a good bit of dust above the back and search keys. It's starting to get annoying. Especially on black backgrounds.
My 3rd generation iPod touch had the same problem. But I have the 4th gen and there's no dust whatsoever. But I'm pretty sure the screen and glass are fused together somehow.
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I have this same issue on my old phone (D2), there's dust underneath the top layer of the screen that I can't seem to get out. Would definitely be interested in a solution for this.
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Dust in my screen, all we are is dust in my screen, yaaaa all we are is dust in my screen!
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Same problem here but in the top left and now middle of the screen. When I had my Storm I took it in for this and they did replace the phone for me. Right now though I finally got a good dinc after two bad refurbished ones so I think I may hold onto it until my warranty runs out then take it apart and try to clean the dust out myself. From the disassembly videos it looks pretty easy but my only concern is that there is a missing (probably just a foam strip) and this will keep happening. I'd be interested to hear of other people with the same issue and their fixes. The dust is pretty annoying for me too, and especially noticeable in the sun.
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Do you guys use invisishield? With my shield an silicone case. , my phone is completely encased.
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I like to run all my stuff nude. No case, no screen protector. Save for my iPad, it has the Apple case so its easier to type on. No screen protection though. I prefer the feel of the glass.
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BrettApple said:
I like to run all my stuff nude. No case, no screen protector. Save for my iPad, it has the Apple case so its easier to type on. No screen protection though. I prefer the feel of the glass.
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The shield is awesome, well worth it. Feels great and does not scratch. The silicone has saved my bacon more than once. Phone looks brand new, had it since day one.
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+1 for screen protector (invisishield is too sticky for me, I like the cheap ones). But if you can't get dust out with compressed air I know I've spilled many solvents on my screen and haven't dissolved it yet (nearly have my Chem degree)
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+1 for screen protector (invisishield is too sticky for me, I like the cheap ones). But if you can't get dust out with compressed air I know I've spilled many solvents on my screen and haven't dissolved it yet (nearly have my Chem degree)
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My invisishield is not sticky at all, almost a lubed feel. Its amazing. I like it cause it doesnt scratch and its harder to fingerprint.
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Dust in my screen, all we are is dust in my screen, yaaaa all we are is dust in my screen!
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dust in the screen, dust in the screen, looking like a fool with dust in your screen!!
Sorry im a loser
I had an invisible shield for a few months. It was ok, but it started getting dents in it. And they were annoying. Ive been without a screen protector for about 5 months now. And it hasn't scratched the screen at all. There is some scratches on the bottom right corner, but that's just the glass. Not on the screen part. I've even put it in my pocket with my keys a few times on accident.
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incubus26jc said:
dust in the screen, dust in the screen, looking like a fool with dust in your screen!!
Sorry im a loser
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Lol, i was just thinking of the old song by kansas when i read this post!
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Duplicate post. Xda app fail.
Ok, here's a picture.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/3683218/HTC_Incredible_Dust.JPG
Damn. Same thing on the D2 I'm getting rid of, not that much dust though. Anyone have any ideas to get that **** out?
I'm fighting with this issue as well, I never had a problem until the glass shattered and i took it apart and replaced it. A couple of weeks ago I took the phone apart again, dusted the screen & glass and put it back together with a piece of tape where I thought the dust would accumulate, to no avail.
My next idea is to find an extremely thin, black, rubberized material to wedge between the glass and the bezel. I have a feeling that there is some kind of lining missing.. Not sure what I wanna use just yet though for this.
Either way I have to take apart the phone one more time to get the dust out. Ill have to have my gf's phone with me to compare as well, maybe see if I can straight up see a piece in hers that isn't in mine.
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I'm fighting with this issue as well, I never had a problem until the glass shattered and i took it apart and replaced it. A couple of weeks ago I took the phone apart again, dusted the screen & glass and put it back together with a piece of tape where I thought the dust would accumulate, to no avail.
My next idea is to find an extremely thin, black, rubberized material to wedge between the glass and the bezel. I have a feeling that there is some kind of lining missing.. Not sure what I wanna use just yet though for this.
Either way I have to take apart the phone one more time to get the dust out. Ill have to have my gf's phone with me to compare as well, maybe see if I can straight up see a piece in hers that isn't in mine.
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Please post up when you compare the two or figure out a way to seal the dust out. None of the other replacement incredibles I've had ever got any dust in them, and this one just keeps getting worse.
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NemesisXV6800 said:
None of the other replacement incredibles I've had ever got any dust in them, and this one just keeps getting worse.
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Just for the record. My friend has an SLCD model and his doesn't have any dust. Mine is an original AMOLED (Manufactured 4/2/2010). Got it on launch day (4/29/2010). And I believe he got his in November.
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I dont have any dust... weird.

TPU diztronic case review

Hello guys,
I ve been in the market for cases for my new galaxy nexus and got my hands on a couple diztronic ones and I posted the reviews on the correct forum however I couldn't leave my lovely s2 without one so I got one as well and reviewed it specially because I've seen people talking about it due its misalignment with some of the necessary hardware part. I made this video so you guys can check it and make your own decision ..
Pd.- I am in no way associated with Diztronic or any of its affiliates .Im just a phone junkie that started reviewing cases so people get a look before spending their money. Mods if I am breaking any rules please let me know
Enjoy and hope this helps
http://youtu.be/qYK9X7R0HKU
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Thanks for your review. This just makes me wish that mine would ship here faster.... It looks sleek as hell.
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Thanks for the review I ordered mine 9 business days ago and it hasn't arrived yet.. even hongkong shipped items only take 7 usually
SGS2X said:
Thanks for the review I ordered mine 9 business days ago and it hasn't arrived yet.. even hongkong shipped items only take 7 usually
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Had mine shipped from Amazon with free Prime, but it somehow managed to take 5 days. The case itself is great, I see the misalignment issue with the mic hole, but I haven't really had any problems with that so far. It definitely fits better than the primitive T989 case on eBay that was extremely popular.
good review dude. Does it not bother you that you have particles stuck under your screen protector? Man that would eat away at me until I fixed it.
thank you for the kind words guys
im going to be honest on the shipping..I got mine in like three days..Im in the US so that might be why it was faster.
it indeed feels sleek as well..not adding volume nor size is a plus for me.
Yes , i had that case from ebay...which is now resting inside my drawer lol
i HATE the particles..it doenst matter if im in a surgeon table or with everything closed ...I always manage to get particles in..and not on the side but in the middle of the screen haha! but gladly i have a lot of them so right after the video I replaced it with another one
glad im able to help you guys...the more cases I get the more reviews I will be doing
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thank you for the kind words guys
im going to be honest on the shipping..I got mine in like three days..Im in the US so that might be why it was faster.
it indeed feels sleek as well..not adding volume nor size is a plus for me.
Yes , i had that case from ebay...which is now resting inside my drawer lol
i HATE the particles..it doenst matter if im in a surgeon table or with everything closed ...I always manage to get particles in..and not on the side but in the middle of the screen haha! but gladly i have a lot of them so right after the video I replaced it with another one
glad im able to help you guys...the more cases I get the more reviews I will be doing
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have you tried the hot shower method? it really does work wonders, but it sure is uncomfortable in there.
Actually I haven't. Good idea. Will try that!
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Ditto. Applying screen protectors must be the most annoying thing in the world...
the larger the screen protector, and the smaller the cutouts that you have to align, that worse it gets. Getting this crappy matte screen protector on my GS2 was a pain, now I don't even want it because it ruins the beauty of the screen.
I tried the hot shower method for the first time on my GS2 and it definitely made life easier as far as keeping dust suppressed goes, but any dust that gets stuck on the sticky side of the screen protector is still going to cause trouble.
Running it for ~10 minutes got the bathroom nice and steamy when I did it, don't humidify it to the point where it gets uncomfortable, but you do have to keep it running during the process =\
that was probably incoherent as hell and more of a rant than anything, but I've never been good at sorting my thoughts
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the larger the screen protector, and the smaller the cutouts that you have to align, that worse it gets. Getting this crappy matte screen protector on my GS2 was a pain, now I don't even want it because it ruins the beauty of the screen.
I tried the hot shower method for the first time on my GS2 and it definitely made life easier as far as keeping dust suppressed goes, but any dust that gets stuck on the sticky side of the screen protector is still going to cause trouble.
Running it for ~10 minutes got the bathroom nice and steamy when I did it, don't humidify it to the point where it gets uncomfortable, but you do have to keep it running during the process =\
that was probably incoherent as hell and more of a rant than anything, but I've never been good at sorting my thoughts
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I understand your frustration no worries there. So from what I have gathered from reading a lot of blogs and stuff:
1) Soak the screen protector (if it's a silicone adhesive that is water-resistant) in half water half isopropanol to clean the sticky side of the sp.
2) Apply screen protector in a steamy room.
So much work.. Especially since a lot of people have no trouble at all applying screen protectors regularly. Maybe I'm just fail
If you're careful, you don't have to soak the screen protector in anything, I didn't and it went on perfectly, that is...until my cheap eBay case started pushing the top right corner up. Just run a hot shower, and do EVERYTHING in there, even opening the screen protector. I live in a REALLY dusty apartment (no idea why) and I had very little trouble except for lining up the holes.
i have the same case, same issues at the bottom with the mic but it doesnt effect my calls. even with the minor imperfections, i would still recommend the case to others.
Never heard of the hot shower method before
I've applied many screen protectors ranging from Nintendo DSi to iPad2/Samsung Galaxy Tab and anything in between over the years, and never had any problems with bubbles or particles. The key is to have a brief bursts of canned air right before applying the screen protector and having a piece of Scotch tape in one hand in case any dust particles get in between. If that happens, I lift the screen protector little bit, touch the dust with the Scotch tape briefly, and continue the process. Scotch tape doesn't leave any residues behind (either on the screen or the screen protector depending on where the dust particle is) and it is readily available. Oh, and I always use powder-free latex exam gloves
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good review dude. Does it not bother you that you have particles stuck under your screen protector? Man that would eat away at me until I fixed it.
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Damn what if he never paid attention to it until you brought it up...now he has to go back and fix it
I finally received the case in the mail. Damn international shipping.
The case looks sleek. It fits perfectly. Haven't noticed any problems with the sound quality. I am satisfied. Will probably last very long until I decide to upgrade to like a seidio/otterbox/incipio ccase.
I font like cases that make the phone bigger ..love the protection they offer but hate the bulkiness
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They just came out with a revision that fixes the mic being covered. I think I may buy it now.
Yea I saw the revision update on amazon a couple days ago. But I have some ebay bucks to use so I want to get it on ebay but there doesn't seem to be a revised one up yet.
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They just came out with a revision that fixes the mic being covered. I think I may buy it now.
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Damm I already got mine LOL... I still like it though.
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How to replace just the glass lens on the at&t galaxy s3

Pretty much all you need in the title. I wanted to know how to do this mainly because it's cheaper then buying a lCD digitizer combo and because I can't find a guide anywhere else. Any tips and tricks on how to do this should be well appreciated and any guides. Thanks in andVance for anyone's help.
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Backslash10 said:
Pretty much all you need in the title. I wanted to know how to do this mainly because it's cheaper then buying a lCD digitizer combo and because I can't find a guide anywhere else. Any tips and tricks on how to do this should be well appreciated and any guides. Thanks in andVance for anyone's help.
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I also have a cracked the screen, What my search result has come up with is the cost to replace the screen is ~$200CDN. Can you please keep me posted on what path you would be taking, might just follow
Replacing the glass from the actual screen is very hard and would require tons of technical know-how because the two are fused together.
Not recommended, even by experts.
Well I know it's extremely hard but I'm mainly looking for advise about it is all it decently help people out here.
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Well I know it's extremely hard but I'm mainly looking for advise about it is all it decently help people out here.
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it's not possible to do. period.
Really I thought I could be done but took a lot of waiting and just the right heat and pressure.
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dLo GSR said:
it's not possible to do. period.
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Nice
Op
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1904554
it is very possible I have done 4 of them already...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1890708
dLo GSR said:
it's not possible to do. period.
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hahahah.....owned, should really atleast attempt to find out if what you are saying has any evidence to support it, or rebut it
dLo GSR said:
it's not possible to do. period.
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I've heard its possible, just EXTREMELY difficult to manage.. I wouldn't.
Its entirely possible, as the multiple video's have shown. Although i haven't done it to the SGS3 yet, i will be soon. Cracked my lens the other day, replacement in the mail. I have also changed the screen's on several iphones (at my job) which us a similar method of gluing. It is made to be difficult by design...to keep people from attempting it and opting to send it in for repair. Of course when you do this, through samsung anyways, you are being charged for the entire led assembly and not just the lens.
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Its entirely possible, as the multiple video's have shown. Although i haven't done it to the SGS3 yet, i will be soon. Cracked my lens the other day, replacement in the mail. I have also changed the screen's on several iphones (at my job) which us a similar method of gluing. It is made to be difficult by design...to keep people from attempting it and opting to send it in for repair. Of course when you do this, through samsung anyways, you are being charged for the entire led assembly and not just the lens.
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Good to hear you did it at your job with iphones. Any idea what glue they use to bond the glass to the digitizer? I have searched and searched and cannot find anything. I have done several S3 so far and this is the one ingredient lacking for a complete repair. In terms of what it feels like while removing the old glue; it seems to be silicone based the way it comes up, you can roll it into little balls, it's is tacky and has that rubbery consistency.
Unfortunately, no idea what adhesive they use. Personally i would attempt what YellowGTO did first and simply heat the existing glue and see how it holds. Normally this should be enough to do the job, as you can imagine the stuff if pretty tacky. Especially if the lens fits as tightly as his in the video, its doubtful it will fall out even with the slightest remaining glue. If for whatever reason there isn't enough to firmly hold the screen in place i've used small dabs of liquid tape where necessary, or the thin 3M double sided tape would work also i suppose. In this case i usually wrap the device in a towel or shirt or whatever you have laying around and set something with some decent weight on top of it, screen side down on a flat surface, overnight to give the adhesive time to setup properly.
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Unfortunately, no idea what adhesive they use. Personally i would attempt what YellowGTO did first and simply heat the existing glue and see how it holds. Normally this should be enough to do the job, as you can imagine the stuff if pretty tacky. Especially if the lens fits as tightly as his in the video, its doubtful it will fall out even with the slightest remaining glue. If for whatever reason there isn't enough to firmly hold the screen in place i've used small dabs of liquid tape where necessary, or the thin 3M double sided tape would work also i suppose. In this case i usually wrap the device in a towel or shirt or whatever you have laying around and set something with some decent weight on top of it, screen side down on a flat surface, overnight to give the adhesive time to setup properly.
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Sure the outer frame is enough in most cases to hold it on, thats fine. But there is a side effect once all the glue is removed off the digitizer. There will a micro gap between the 2 when the original glue is removed. If you press the new glass hard enough, ( for example cleaning fingerprints like I often do against my shirt ) and it touches the digitizer, the phone freezes. You must then power off the screen, sleep button and then press power again to bring it up and then it will work again. Seems to be a recalibration process going on.
Maybe these 2 posts should be merged and I would certainly read the post below. Much more good info here on the subject...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=33056057#post33056057
Yea, i've been following several threads about lens replacement, even before i busted mine (jinxed myself?). I'd much rather have to deal with a 15 second reboot over possibly damaging the LED or worse using an adhesive that may not be transparent. I can live with the air gap, or even the 'invisible' smudges on my personal device...although if i were going to do this for profit obviously that would be unacceptable. 20 dollars and an hour of my time vs 200+ for the whole assembly or 125 for an insurance deductable..i can overlook imprefections . It would be interesting to find out exactly what substance they are using though.
EDIT - Just for SnG's i googled 'mobile screen glue' and this was the first result. http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/523467689/Optical_Clear_Adhesive_for_touch_screen.html?s=p
While i'm sure its not the only product out there for this purpose, if this is any indication it won't come cheap..
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Yea, i've been following several threads about lens replacement, even before i busted mine (jinxed myself?). I'd much rather have to deal with a 15 second reboot over possibly damaging the LED or worse using an adhesive that may not be transparent. I can live with the air gap, or even the 'invisible' smudges on my personal device...although if i were going to do this for profit obviously that would be unacceptable. 20 dollars and an hour of my time vs 200+ for the whole assembly or 125 for an insurance deductable..i can overlook imprefections . It would be interesting to find out exactly what substance they are using though.
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Agreed it would be nice to find out what type of glue.
The phone breaks so easy i am surprised I have not heard of a Class Action Lawsuit... :silly:
here are instructions on replacing just the glass/screen
[HOW TO] [TUTORIAL] S3 Replace Cracked Glass Screen w/ YouTube Video
i replaced my screen took me about 50 mins with 2 people
XeoNoX said:
here are instructions on replacing just the glass/screen
[HOW TO] [TUTORIAL] S3 Replace Cracked Glass Screen w/ YouTube Video
i replaced my screen took me about 50 mins with 2 people
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Very very nice!! :thumbup::thumbup:
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marcustaz said:
Very very nice!! :thumbup::thumbup:
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JUst did an even EASIER replacement for a cracked camera lens. I purchased this part from ebay :
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-Housin.../271099346918?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:C:US:3160
1) Turn phone off
2) Take off battery cover
3) Remove battery, SIM card, and SD Card
4) remove about 8 screws to remove the middle back place.
5) Remove middle back place carefully (There are still tabs holding it secure)
6) Place new middle back in place
7) Screw down
8) Replace battery, SIM card, and SD card
9) Replace battery cover
10) Power up phone!!
Took all of 10 minutes total. Flawless fix on my AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 3
Gentlemen and OP please update your original post to include this video. This is NOT to promote myself but from all the comments and feedback everyone has stated it is the most detailed and informative on You Tube on the glass replacement procedure. I also have separate videos on shattered glass replacement. Thanks and good luck.

Screen protector link needed

Looking for a link that is confirmed to be a screen protector with an exact fit, meaning the top is cut for the shape of the little speaker and not just trimmed to leave a lot of unprotected area. I've seen a few but am worried about ordering something on Amazon and having it not be quite right. Any help is appreciated.
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These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
http://www.skinomi.com/sk5971-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-screen-protector.html
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These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
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truth be told i have only used the screen protectors sold by tmobile. my sis has bought them for me, and i have been very happy with them. my only complaint is that sometimes if i put the phone with my keys it will puncture the protector. this screen protectors you put states it has capabilities to prevent punctures. price isnt bad either
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Do those skinomi infra hide scratches or scuffs?
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idbl_fanatic said:
These are what I ALWAYS put on mine, GREAT company to work with too, if there are any problems.
http://www.skinomi.com/sk5971-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-screen-protector.html
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How is the application? It comes out looking good?
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When you first apply it it will look "cloudy" and a rainbow effect for a couple days (they are "wet apply"), what i Have done is let it dry for a full day, then take a hair dryer to it, it seems to clear up faster that way. When you have it on there, you can't even see it (unless there is something on the screen when you put it on)
They are "Self healing" meaning that they are soft, say if you dig your nail into it. but it goes away.
As for does it cover scratches, I am not sure because I haven't had scratches on my screens when I put them on
Also if you search google for "skinomi coupon codes" you can get a good discount sometimes.
idbl_fanatic said:
When you first apply it it will look "cloudy" and a rainbow effect for a couple days (they are "wet apply"), what i Have done is let it dry for a full day, then take a hair dryer to it, it seems to clear up faster that way. When you have it on there, you can't even see it (unless there is something on the screen when you put it on)
They are "Self healing" meaning that they are soft, say if you dig your nail into it. but it goes away.
As for does it cover scratches, I am not sure because I haven't had scratches on my screens when I put them on
Also if you search google for "skinomi coupon codes" you can get a good discount sometimes.
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Cool. Gonna check into this. Thanks for the info!
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Perfect cut, feels nice, 1.20$:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006E...ile?redirect=true&ref_=oh_details_o02_s00_i00

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