I've got some mean scratches on my dash, just wondering if the dummy phone housing is compatible with the real thing so I can make a swap on the housing. It seems like it would work but the chrome part of the housing might not fit internally since the dummy phone has no guts. Has anyone attempted this or can someone point me out to where I can buy parts. I've found cnn.cn sells the black housing portion branded as the dopod c720, but have not yet to find the chrome part.
I know I am a couple of MONTHS late lol but this replacement face has a debranded chrome piece already attached to it.
http://cnn.cn/shop/dopod-c720-rubbery-black-housing-p-1331.html
Rubber skin
I would suggest using a commercial thin rubber skin that fits great. Try the transparent one that allows you to see any detail on the qwerty. I got one for 5 bucks, from HK, I´m happy!
My O2 Orbit's casing badly need replacing.
Anyone tried the replacement casings on ebay?
are they the real deal i.e. original?
thanks
Hi we have tried the ones on Ebay that cost about £15.00. The cases are ok quality, but are made from a thinner plastic. The main difference is that they do not have the "2.0 Mega Pixels" writing on the back around the camera. The battery casing sometimes lifts slightly at the bottom edge.
They are ok especially if you are keeping it in a case or pouch, other wise i would suggest paying the extra for the originals which are about £30.00.
thanks so much for your comments
I should only be needing a replacement front so the back wont matter so much.
cheers
just happened to see this, check it out. if it's not genuine, it looks pretty close doesn't it?
Anyway, at that price, you really can't complain haha
http://www.ebay.com.sg/itm/Original...044?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e6864e6dc
$16 for a back cover?
For that price, I'm going to guard the one that comes with the phone with my life.
Might as well just spend a little more and get the official Samsung flip cover case which replaces the back cover.
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I don't think is very cheap for the back cover, because the back cover of the Note is not something that worth a lot. ( my thinking)
apanteli said:
I don't think is very cheap for the back cover, because the back cover of the Note is not something that worth a lot. ( my thinking)
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you'd be surprised at how much companies will charge for replacement parts. nokia AU tried to charge me $60 for a replacement back cover for my n900, and the only thing unique about it was an integrated kickstand.
Hmm... I might have to get this. May have been a bit rough opening my Note's backcover once and since then there's a bit of creaking/flexing on the side of the cover closest to the volume keys. Fairly sure the creaking wasn't there before and it's annoying atm.
Stick a square of padded tape beneath the cover where it creaks
Souai said:
you'd be surprised at how much companies will charge for replacement parts. nokia AU tried to charge me $60 for a replacement back cover for my n900, and the only thing unique about it was an integrated kickstand.
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The N900 back cover actually has the spring-loaded lens cover that launched the camera app, so its not exactly THAAAT simple. I know, I tried to fix mine when I dropped it and the lens cover wouldn't open smoothly anymore.
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The N900 back cover actually has the spring-loaded lens cover that launched the camera app, so its not exactly THAAAT simple. I know, I tried to fix mine when I dropped it and the lens cover wouldn't open smoothly anymore.
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the camera cover was actually quite simple. the spring is just a spring. if you look on the back cover, theres a black/white strip that moves when you move the lens cover. theres a light sensor near the camera that is aimed at this strip and is used to detect when the cover is open or not. still not worth $60.
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Stick a square of padded tape beneath the cover where it creaks
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I thought about that. The problem though is that area appears to be one of the places where a lot of heat is generated when the phone is getting stressed (ie. playing intensive games), and the last thing I wanna do is reduce the cooling capability of the Note, particularly with summer around the corner.
Anything over 10USD for such a back cover is a theft, I'd expect to find a decent replacement for 6-7USD given the material.
I paid more than 10USD for a spare back cover of my HD2, and that was *metal* with epoxidic colouring. OEM producers are going crazy selling plastic pieces for that kind of price.
I'll pay for $15 for a white back cover that doesn't make noises, not for the creaky black one that makes noises as you hold it.
Does anyone sell a replacement back cover for the S3?
Not looking for a case, but just the plastic cover that clips onto the back of the phone.
Not sure which exact model you are referring to but these may help.
http://www.mobilefun.com/30581/samsung/galaxy-s3/spares.htm?show_all=1
You MAY find something at the bottom of this page. They are showing 5 different models here, some with replacement battery covers.
http://www.etradesupply.com/samsung/galaxy-models.html
AT&T Galaxy S3 16 gb.
those links are a good start, thank you!
Unfortunately I need to sell my galaxy note 2 as I need the money.
There is a scratch on the screen and the silver "band" round the outside has dents and its paint has come off parts of it. The stylus at the top also has some paint missing.
What is the band part around the phone called? Like what is the part called? I can't find it on ebay.
To repair the scratch on the screen would I need to just replace the front glass housing?
Is it worth refurbishing phones "like new" before selling or will the money you spend on refurbishing be equal to what you gain.
Thoughts?
Will miss being a reader of this community. Some really great people!
It's called bumper. Stylus is S Pen obviously. Both shouldn't be really expensive. Unfortunately I don't think you can replace the glass alone, that's one of the drawbacks with Note II. You'll have to replace entire glass+digitizer I think.
Yeah refurbishing is definitely preferred. Should have really put on a case, that's why we all do it
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at n7100, just like the s3 and htc one x and iphone4/5, the digitizer alone can't be replaced. you have to change the lcd, too. these two are glued toghether
I used the company above to order a replacement chassis for my htc one s before I sold it.
It was worth doing for that because it was scratched to hell and relatively straightforward to swap.
sent on the move from my Note2