[Q] Gunk in between cracks - T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII

Ok first of all....I didn't think it through and therefore was being stupid on that day but anyways, down to the question. Ok, so I pulled off my screen protector, I noticed I had a few micro scratches (OCD is crazy and I was the few that could acutally notice it). I decided to wax the scratches off. Sadly, it didn't work and the worst part is that I got it into the cracks of my phones. Such as the edges of the bezel, around the earpiece, and home button. Now I see the a white line (wax) from where it and stayed there. I have attempted to remove it with cleaning alchohol and tooth brushes but to no avail. Does anyone know of a way to get this stuff out?
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Screen scratches can't never leave unless you actually replace the screen lol. Maybe 10 years they will be a magic potion to heal the cracks but nothing yet, maybe that should be my invention!!
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I have the same dirt looking things between the glass and plastic but I couldn't get it off.. what really helps to keep it clean is a good case that covers the cracks.
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daxecutioner24 said:
Screen scratches can't never leave unless you actually replace the screen lol. Maybe 10 years they will be a magic potion to heal the cracks but nothing yet, maybe that should be my invention!!
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I'm not talking about scratches but about the gunk that gets in between the cracks and crevices of the screen such as the space around the home button and bezel/screen edge.

I got some of it out with Goo Gone
I was in my school's library (office aid) and I saw some of that and decided to give it a go. It worked pretty good. However, I'll see how well it works after it dries and stays for a day. Crossing fingers right now.

Gurashieruro said:
I'm not talking about scratches but about the gunk that gets in between the cracks and crevices of the screen such as the space around the home button and bezel/screen edge.
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I'm talking about how you should of just let the scratches be which led to This predicament, it's all good hope it works out.
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daxecutioner24 said:
I'm talking about how you should of just let the scratches be which led to This predicament, it's all good hope it works out.
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Ah my bad. Well I am, I mean there is nothing really that you can do to the screen to the the scratches off (unless you want to replace the screen or sand it out, which is a waste for just a few scratches). Luckily the Goo Gone is working. But there are a few bits of leftover white wax that is left on the edge of the screen and around the earpiece. Still annoys the heck out of me (hard core OCD with it) so I'll continue working on it but glad it works. Well, at least it is better then it was.

Gurashieruro said:
Ah my bad. Well I am, I mean there is nothing really that you can do to the screen to the the scratches off (unless you want to replace the screen or sand it out, which is a waste for just a few scratches). Luckily the Goo Gone is working. But there are a few bits of leftover white wax that is left on the edge of the screen and around the earpiece. Still annoys the heck out of me (hard core OCD with it) so I'll continue working on it but glad it works. Well, at least it is better then it was.
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Yeah I wouldn't call myself OCD but I understand how it is. I think a scratch would really bothered me but eventually ill get over it, hopefully that remaining wax is gets off keep trying lol
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My daughter splashed some milk on my phone and never told me (her brother turned her in a couple of days later). It dried much the same way in little cracks and spaces. A wooden toothpick did wonders.

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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)
luke1987 said:
+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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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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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.

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

Screen Cracked Today :(

So....
I've NEVER dropped any of my phones, ever, as long as I've had cell phones. Well, dropped and it actually hit the ground. I've dropped this damn phone like 4x already, I think partially to do with it being so smooth and "slippery" to the hand.
Anyway, I dropped it once from about 6 feet in the air directly on the screen and NOTHING happened at all (except some very very minor dings to the frame itself) and light scratches to the screen protector. Today, I was trying to pull it out of my pocket at work when it slipped and fell (from about 2 feet from the ground) landing on the right side of the phone. My right hand (phone sits in right pocket) is in a brace due to a stress fracture I received at work, so when it slipped I couldn't catch it. I watched it fall, which was the worst moment ever lol. Since my work pants have slanted pockets, it fell behind me so I couldn't even attempt to put my foot under it to stop the impact.
Anyway, as I picked it up I honestly didn't expect to see anything. I pick it up, turn it over and it looks like there is a piece of hair right along the frame in the shape of a sideways "U". I went to brush it off and realized it had cracked!
It's a very small and almost non noticeable crack JUST before the digitalizer starts but I know it's there so it bothers me. I showed a few guys at work and nobody noticed it until I pointed it out.
Anyway, think its worth looking into getting fixed or just stick it out because it's so minor?
*sorry picture is so crappy, wife has a Lumia 710...camera sucks.
uoY_redruM said:
So....
I've NEVER dropped any of my phones, ever, as long as I've had cell phones. Well, dropped and it actually hit the ground. I've dropped this damn phone like 4x already, I think partially to do with it being so smooth and "slippery" to the hand.
Anyway, I dropped it once from about 6 feet in the air directly on the screen and NOTHING happened at all (except some very very minor dings to the frame itself) and light scratches to the screen protector. Today, I was trying to pull it out of my pocket at work when it slipped and fell (from about 2 feet from the ground) landing on the right side of the phone. My right hand (phone sits in right pocket) is in a brace due to a stress fracture I received at work, so when it slipped I couldn't catch it. I watched it fall, which was the worst moment ever lol. Since my work pants have slanted pockets, it fell behind me so I couldn't even attempt to put my foot under it to stop the impact.
Anyway, as I picked it up I honestly didn't expect to see anything. I pick it up, turn it over and it looks like there is a piece of hair right along the frame in the shape of a sideways "U". I went to brush it off and realized it had cracked! btw i use this case http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s-3-ballistic-sg-maxx-series-case makes my phone a bit thick but ive dropped it about 15 feet when i was on the roof the other day fixing the window. i pulled it out to check the weather cause it looked like it was going to rain well not rain more like hail. so i checked and instead of putting it in my pocket i missed and i just watched it slide off the shingles. and drop im like nooo its gonna be dead when i go pick it up. not even a scratch
It's a very small and almost non noticeable crack JUST before the digitalizer starts but I know it's there so it bothers me. I showed a few guys at work and nobody noticed it until I pointed it out.
Anyway, think its worth looking into getting fixed or just stick it out because it's so minor?
*sorry picture is so crappy, wife has a Lumia 710...camera sucks.
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id personally get it fixed or fix it myself since only the screen and not the lcd. imagine if you ever drop it again even inches that "u" could probably be the cause of it expanding and cracking all over. well thats my opinion
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Can't attach from the pc for some reason.
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the pic was attached to the first post
Dude, that sucks! Never wanted to see that happen to you man.
I have to agree though, if its doable for you, get it fixed. Once compromised like that its just gonna get worse most likely. Even just setting it down or bumping into something while its in your pocket could make it much worse.
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DocHoliday77 said:
Dude, that sucks! Never wanted to see that happen to you man.
I have to agree though, if its doable for you, get it fixed. Once compromised like that its just gonna get worse most likely. Even just setting it down or bumping into something while its in your pocket could make it much worse.
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I would say slap it into a bumper that will cover up most of it. But, you already said you know it's there, so that won't work. So, I guess I'd advise having it fixed.
Sorry to hear that.
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the ghost armor kit would cover that if applied right. I'll take a picture of mine if I can find a camera
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uoY_redruM said:
So....
I've NEVER dropped any of my phones, ever, as long as I've had cell phones. Well, dropped and it actually hit the ground. I've dropped this damn phone like 4x already, I think partially to do with it being so smooth and "slippery" to the hand.
Anyway, I dropped it once from about 6 feet in the air directly on the screen and NOTHING happened at all (except some very very minor dings to the frame itself) and light scratches to the screen protector. Today, I was trying to pull it out of my pocket at work when it slipped and fell (from about 2 feet from the ground) landing on the right side of the phone. My right hand (phone sits in right pocket) is in a brace due to a stress fracture I received at work, so when it slipped I couldn't catch it. I watched it fall, which was the worst moment ever lol. Since my work pants have slanted pockets, it fell behind me so I couldn't even attempt to put my foot under it to stop the impact.
Anyway, as I picked it up I honestly didn't expect to see anything. I pick it up, turn it over and it looks like there is a piece of hair right along the frame in the shape of a sideways "U". I went to brush it off and realized it had cracked!
It's a very small and almost non noticeable crack JUST before the digitalizer starts but I know it's there so it bothers me. I showed a few guys at work and nobody noticed it until I pointed it out.
Anyway, think its worth looking into getting fixed or just stick it out because it's so minor?
*sorry picture is so crappy, wife has a Lumia 710...camera sucks.
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Why mine is in an otter box ^-^
But I personally would just throw a case on it to prevent further cracking. Doesn't look too horrible from your picture. But as others already mentioned, it will crack even more easily since it's already started.
That's a known issue with the s 3. The screen is lifted a hair from the bezel. So the bezel bends into the glass at the edge (weakest point in glass) where other devices usually bend over the glass.
But good luck to whatever you decide!
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Yeah it's not bad at all. And remember you can replace just the glass too. But i would wait for it to be more messed up before doing that
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Slap a good case on it and it should be fine for now at least.
Let's just hope that you don't drop it again to further increase the cracking.
An OtterBox Defender Case might be a good idea.
Very bulky, kind of pricey, but it will offer you the protection that you need.
Personally id be worried about further damage as is. Obviously the glass is weakened already, and while it may seem ok to wait until its worse before fixing, i have to disagree as im pretty sure this also makes the digitizer more vulnerable to damage as well.
How often have you seen or heard about devices that had a cracked screen causing the touch capabilities to break as well? One more drop or bump into the corner of a table where that crack is and you may not get anymore response at all.
I just think it potentially could turn into a much more expensive repair if not taken care of soon. Just not sure id personally want to risk it.
Its just my opinion is all.
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Personally id be worried about further damage as is. Obviously the glass is weakened already, and while it may seem ok to wait until its worse before fixing, i have to disagree as im pretty sure this also makes the digitizer more vulnerable to damage as well.
How often have you seen or heard about devices that had a cracked screen causing the touch capabilities to break as well? One more drop or bump into the corner of a table where that crack is and you may not get anymore response at all.
I just think it potentially could turn into a much more expensive repair if not taken care of soon. Just not sure id personally want to risk it.
Its just my opinion is all.
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red you could just take it to tmo? or call Samsung it has to be under warranty but hey they'll do it and no screws up guaranteed. ad it will cost more than a do it your self. i saw somewhere that Verizon did for 100 with insurance, i assume tmo would close to that
Radio Shack has a service to replace your screen for $100. You would be without your phone for a couple of days, however.
I highly recommend the Otterbox Defender, and put all of my phones in one.
In March, while doing some climbing, I fell about 30 ft then tumbled down the side of a mountain. I had a Droid X in my pocket (in it's Defender), and the only damage to the phone was to the camera lens. Everything else about the phone was groovy. I was not in such great shape, as this was in the Arizona desert mountains, so there was no cushy landing whatsoever.
Defender FTW!
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red you could just take it to tmo? or call Samsung it has to be under warranty but hey they'll do it and no screws up guaranteed. ad it will cost more than a do it your self. i saw somewhere that Verizon did for 100 with insurance, i assume tmo would close to that
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Sorry, i guess i just assumed we were talking about going by one of the diy guides i saw here not long ago. Pretty sure they had instructions for replacing only the glass, but anyway, if you have the full protection plan then it doesnt matter how bad its damaged. I believe the price about a month ago was $130.
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Sorry, i guess i just assumed we were talking about going by one of the diy guides i saw here not long ago. Pretty sure they had instructions for replacing only the glass, but anyway, if you have the full protection plan then it doesnt matter how bad its damaged. I believe the price about a month ago was $130.
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we were but then i thought what if red messed up something by accident like we all might, wouldn't that void his warranty? if it didnt then im all in for diy, thats the only reason i said the tmo thing for safety measure. also red looked it up on ebay blue one with tools was 28 dollars and from usa.
Ok, i gotcha. I could be wrong but if you have the full protection plan i was under the impression that you could pretty much do anything and get a replacement. So if im right you can attempt the fix diy style and if unsuccessful then get it replaced. I would double check me on that though!
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Ok, i gotcha. I could be wrong but if you have the full protection plan i was under the impression that you could pretty much do anything and get a replacement. So if im right you can attempt the fix diy style and if unsuccessful then get it replaced. I would double check me on that though!
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well i checked it here http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/addons...setProtection&tp=Svc_Sub_EqpmntProtnInsurance. and i assume it would fall under the damage one its pretty vague which is good for red. so your probably right doc
Yeah, I was considering the DIY route (its like $25 on eBay but you have to break your screen off basically which scares the sh*t out of me).
I do have the full insurance. I may have to go to T-Mobile just to see how much it would cost. I don't have the extra money, just got my car out of the shop. If anything, if the insurance covers it and isn't very much, I could just tough it out until it gets worse (if it does) and THEN take it in to the store for work.
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Yeah, I was considering the DIY route (its like $25 on eBay but you have to break your screen off basically which scares the sh*t out of me).
I do have the full insurance. I may have to go to T-Mobile just to see how much it would cost. I don't have the extra money, just got my car out of the shop. If anything, if the insurance covers it and isn't very much, I could just tough it out until it gets worse (if it does) and THEN take it in to the store for work.
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Hey what's up red.. so welcome to the "club"... I dropped mine two weeks ago and cracked the glass pretty good.. not too too bad but its has cracks that I can see n feel.. so n e way I got a guy that I trust on the g2x forums that I was thinking of sending mine to him.. would u like me to holler at him for you?
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Still lucky, mine cracked more severe while inside my pocket because I bumped into a desk :/
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S3 screen not smooth and fingerprints.

I have a white s3 and the screen just insnt the same anymore it gets dirty really quick fingerprints, smudge marks and my sisters blue one is smooth and my finger just glides across it. I've had my s3 longer but I don't think it should matter. I've read threads about some coating wearing off and I'm not sure what it is. Would samsung or tmobile send a replacement if I tell them about this issue? Or what could I do and what could have caused this thanks
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genardas said:
I have a white s3 and the screen just insnt the same anymore it gets dirty really quick fingerprints, smudge marks and my sisters blue one is smooth and my finger just glides across it. I've had my s3 longer but I don't think it should matter. I've read threads about some coating wearing off and I'm not sure what it is. Would samsung or tmobile send a replacement if I tell them about this issue? Or what could I do and what could have caused this thanks
Thanks
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Can't hurt to call them and ask :good:
If you do get a new one, I recommend getting a good screen protector so you don't have to worry about this again!
My phone was the same I'm a mechanic and get all kinds of chemicals on my hands and then my phone but at the end of the day I started cleaning my screen with this armor all car wax it's a wet or dry fast wax comes in a bottle like windex and it's like new again maybe a bad idea but no negative effects on mine yet.
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Wash your hands before touching your phone or wear gloves..
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ddizzy81 said:
Should of used a screen protector
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rener78 said:
Wash your hands before touching your phone or wear gloves..
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Easy to say on your end but when you run your own shop and all your business is phone calls I can't wash my hands for five minute every half hour I'd get nothing done not to mention your comment does not help at all and is border line trolling
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zxrider06 said:
Easy to say on your end but when you run your own shop and all your business is phone calls I can't wash my hands for five minute every half hour I'd get nothing done not to mention your comment does not help at all and is border line trolling
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=37795238
S3 screen not smooth and fingerprints.
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S3 screen not smooth and fingerprints.
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Lol that guy, I understand use a screen protecter, wash your hands, don't put your keys in your pocket all that stuff I was just letting him know how to fix once you've already trashed your screen not how to prevent it.
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Tbh I don't use a screen protector and my screen is always smooth :kanyeshrug:
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Could it be that the oleophobic coating wore off? I read this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1711761 and people were saying that their screen wasnt smooth.
I also found this oleophobic coating kit. Could this potentially fix it? http://www.amazon.com/API-Fingerpri...1360793543&sr=1-1&keywords=oleophobic+coating
or should I just buy a screen protector and would that fix it? Recommendations?
Thanks?
I doubt your carrier would fix this problem of yours because it's not a mistake of theirs, they'd only fix the phone or screen if it was a manufacturer problem, which it clearly isn't.. if I were you, I'd do an insurance claim on your phone, pay $100 or whatever you're supposed to pay, get yourself a new s3 and sell the one you have now for as much as you can get out of it..
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I doubt your carrier would fix this problem of yours because it's not a mistake of theirs, they'd only fix the phone or screen if it was a manufacturer problem, which it clearly isn't.. if I were you, I'd do an insurance claim on your phone, pay $100 or whatever you're supposed to pay, get yourself a new s3 and sell the one you have now for as much as you can get out of it..
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Ummm....I think that's insurance fraud. When you do an insurance claim you have to return the one that's broken if I'm not mistaken. Otherwise if you claim is as "lost" or "stolen", or even anything else, they deactivate the imei so it can't be used. I'd be pissed if I bought a phone that was blocked from a person like that. Be careful about the advice you give. Its a similar concept if you do a warranty exchange through Tmobile. They expect their device back otherwise you get charged the restocking fee.
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Generally all touchscreen phones will have fingerprints after awhile. Mine didn't till after a couple weeks ago did then they started showing up.
It is what it is. Either wash your hands all the time or get a good screen protector. Really is that simple.
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My wife's white s3 has the same issues, but not my blue one. I am going to change the outer glass/screen on the phone, and then add a screen protector. Hopefully it is not the digitizer. The issue is that the area at the bottom left side of the screen has to be pressed hard for a response, sometimes it goes into things when swipe as if a had taped on those only.
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I have a white s3 and the screen just insnt the same anymore it gets dirty really quick fingerprints, smudge marks and my sisters blue one is smooth and my finger just glides across it. I've had my s3 longer but I don't think it should matter. I've read threads about some coating wearing off and I'm not sure what it is. Would samsung or tmobile send a replacement if I tell them about this issue? Or what could I do and what could have caused this thanks
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go to Orilley's or any other car care sales place and get a small spray bottle of a detail wax.
it is not expensive, and I use the Mothers brand because of the price and results. (I also use it on my car)
spray a little on a microfiber towel, or if you don't have any, use a paper towel. Wipe the product all around on the glass area and keep wiping till the product starts to dry up. You do NOT have to press hard. After that, just wipe up the glass and you'll see it's just as good as new.
I also do the camera lens and the pictures come out MUCH, MUCH sharper!
Good Luck!
bobolinko said:
go to Orilley's or any other car care sales place and get a small spray bottle of a detail wax.
it is not expensive, and I use the Mothers brand because of the price and results. (I also use it on my car)
spray a little on a microfiber towel, or if you don't have any, use a paper towel. Wipe the product all around on the glass area and keep wiping till the product starts to dry up. You do NOT have to press hard. After that, just wipe up the glass and you'll see it's just as good as new.
I also do the camera lens and the pictures come out MUCH, MUCH sharper!
Good Luck!
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I have a bottle of TurtleWax at home...do you think that would also work?
klin1344 said:
I have a bottle of TurtleWax at home...do you think that would also work?
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yes! but don't Flood the juice.... dampen a small spot using the rag jcovering your pointer finger and rub lightly all around the glass and keep rubbing till the liquid starts to dry, but not totally dry, and wipe off the residue. be careful not to get anything in the buttons and speaker ports. You might even use painters tape to mask out the speaker and home keys till you get a feel of the procedure down. You won't have to do it too often, just when you feel the glass is getting too "sticky""
good luck!
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yes! but don't Flood the juice.... dampen a small spot using the rag jcovering your pointer finger and rub lightly all around the glass and keep rubbing till the liquid starts to dry, but not totally dry, and wipe off the residue. be careful not to get anything in the buttons and speaker ports. You might even use painters tape to mask out the speaker and home keys till you get a feel of the procedure down. You won't have to do it too often, just when you feel the glass is getting too "sticky""
good luck!
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Thanks! I will try this when my screen gets too sticky. Right now it is alright, though it's not as smooth as day one.

My Note 2 got bent???

I know this might sound wired but ya the title says it all!!!
I woke up in the morning i felt that the note is slightly bent as in its raised on the left hand side of the phone!!
I have a bad habit of keeping the note 2 next to me while sleeping so i must've rolled on top of it last night!!
Is it possible for it to happen in the first place???
Or may be keeping in my pocket of tight pants and riding the bike can do that to my note 2??
I'm shocked!! Its been hardly 15 days since i bought it!!
Bunny2rock said:
I know this might sound wired but ya the title says it all!!!
I woke up in the morning i felt that the note is slightly bent as in its raised on the left hand side of the phone!!
I have a bad habit of keeping the note 2 next to me while sleeping so i must've rolled on top of it last night!!
Is it possible for it to happen in the first place???
Or may be keeping in my pocket of tight pants and riding the bike can do that to my note 2??
I'm shocked!! Its been hardly 15 days since i bought it!!
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well this seems impossible as though the phone make is plastic it cant bent if you have rolled on top as the mattress is soft enough to protect the impact or rather it could have broken due to body pressure and to the contrary i have been carrying the phone in my jeans riding my bike to for the last 3 months and no issues whatsoever.
can you post screen of the bent position
I'm calling shenanigans.
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lyall29 said:
I'm calling shenanigans.
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Im taking pic with different cams but that slight bent is not visible in those pics so thats why wasnt responding buddy!! anyways I ll try something in order to show my note
N2 is a big phone, I carry mine in my pocket too, but I try to keep it safe from bending. Its a fact that its easy to bend such a big and long phone but riding a bicycle and bending it is a bit weird, we are waiting for pictures and further posting from you. And if thats true, try to use your warranty and get a new one? You might get lucky!
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Is it really bent.... than thats one in a million production. Sounds weird thou...
I've seen videos of product testing for the GN2, and one test involved twisting the phone. It always returned to its original shape, and the twist was quite severe. You'd need a lot of force to bend this phone beyond the yield point and I'm not sure you can reach it by rolling over it on a bed. Check the battery, if you haven't already, maybe it's defective, bulging out and bending the phone in the process.
I've also carried my phone in different pockets on my bike since I got it, 1-2 months after it came out. I even fell on it once when my front wheel slipped on a patch of ice. There is a slight ripple in the glass now, only noticeable at a sharp angle, but I don't know if it's from my fall or just a manufacturing issue. Either way, I'm quite impressed with the phone's durability. If falling ass-first on it on the hard icy pavement didn't break it, I'm sure rolling over it in bed wouldn't either. I'd check it thoroughly to be certain that they couldn't blame me for damaging it and send it to warranty.
It doesn't make sense because the front panel which basically made of hardened glass shouldn't bend. If anything any stress beyond its limit will end up breaking it. Anyways, try getting a clear shot otherwise people will have a hard time believing you.
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bushako said:
It doesn't make sense because the front panel which basically made of hardened glass shouldn't bend. If anything any stress beyond its limit will end up breaking it. Anyways, try getting a clear shot otherwise people will have a hard time believing you.
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Exactly.
I would think that the only way to bend a glass panel would be to use an extreme amount of heat, like a torch. You would have to heat up the glass until glows red, and then bend the it. I just googled "how to bend glass" and here is a link for anyone interested, http://m.wikihow.com/Bend-Glass
You could possibly flex it, but it should snap right back into its original shape. Besides, the rest of the phone is a fairly flexible plastic.
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lyall29 said:
Exactly.
I would think that the only way to bend a glass panel would be to use an extreme amount of heat, like a torch. You would have to heat up the glass until glows red, and then bend the it. I just googled "how to bend glass" and here is a link for anyone interested, http://m.wikihow.com/Bend-Glass
You could possibly flex it, but it should snap right back into its original shape. Besides, the rest of the phone is a fairly flexible plastic.
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Well there you have it. Obviously he was riding his bike on the sun!
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adytum said:
Well there you have it. Obviously he was riding his bike on the sun!
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LOL!! ROFL!!!
I got my note 2 replaced!!! Lucky Me!!! The service center was arguing that its a slight bend so no problem sir!! I went mad and shouted at the tip of my voice spoke to the GM of my city!! Got a new Phone!!:laugh::laugh::laugh::fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed::angel:
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LOL!! ROFL!!!
I got my note 2 replaced!!! Lucky Me!!! The service center was arguing that its a slight bend so no problem sir!! I went mad and shouted at the tip of my voice spoke to the GM of my city!! Got a new Phone!!:laugh::laugh::laugh::fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed::angel:
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Oh Yeah! So they agreed there's a slight bend.... u got a sharp eye yeah. That's good!

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