So I have a plan to water-proof my GS3 with ZERO bulk (okay maybe like 1%)
I'm sure if you've Googled anything having to do with waterproofing your GS3, you've seen this: http://www.iottie.com/Product/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=1010&ProductType=320
In theory, it seems like a great idea. Until you realize that you have no way to charge your phone or plug in earbuds.
A couple weeks after I saw that product, I came across this article: http://m.webosnation.com/galaxy-s3-gets-cleanest-touchstone-mod-yet
Now if you see where I'm going with this, you're probably thinking "Well that solves the charging problem, but what about the headphone jack?"
After about 10 minutes of research I found this: http://www.jabra.com/products/bluetooth/jabra_clipper/jabra_clipper
Unfortunately this blows the $80 budget of a waterproof case.
So instead, I just found a refurbished pair of blue tooth headphones for $35 on ebay. (I bought these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004B...edirect=true&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&tag=chescifi-20)
So the idea is to combine these products (Jabra clipper is optional) and have a waterproofed phone. Is this idea too good to be true? I have ordered all of the items. I will post a video showing my results when I have received the items.
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Sorry anything that comes with leak detectors and even flat out says its not made to be permanent i wouldn't trust.
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Sorry anything that comes with leak detectors and even flat out says its not made to be permanent i wouldn't trust.
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Although it says that it isn't meant to be permanent, it implies that that is only because it does not allow charging. Either way, I've bought the items. My point of view is that if the waterproofing isn't successful, at least I have some badass accessories now right?
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It says reusable. That means they intend you take it off sometime. The 5 sealing tapes are probably for wear and tear leaks but maybe they could be used for "panels" to cover those holes but I really think this is a temporary skin for if you're going out in a wet environment.
hows it working for you?
So far, the "case" itself is literally the only part of this experiment that has not shipped yet. Please be patient for a video on my results. I'm going to try to go as long as I can with one package worth of material. I'd say I can make it last 1-2 months. I don't plan on much submersion except maybe for a quick test.
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https://www.liquipel.com/
I had these guys do my phone.
I can take pictures underwater
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The idea seems great, but it would worry me a bit. Not to mention the fact that devices that were not built to be waterproof can get water trapped in non air tight areas. At CES they had a liquipelled Tab 2 that got water trapped between the glass and the display. Not fun. This technology is used more for accidental exposure to moisture.
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He says he can take pics underwater and still say that you think it's not a good idea bc a tablet(that isn't built like a phone) got water under the screen... That means tablet wasn't sealed properly no?
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Technology that was not designed to be waterproof may not play nice with that. I'm not saying that nothing will work with it, I'm just saying that it may not be the best idea in all cases.
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I have received all of the materials today, I plan on making a video by tomorrow. Stay tuned!
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My camera is broken. -.-
I'll figure out an alternative soon.
Not sure this is something I'd ever consider doing. However, it's sure going to be interesting to see how it works.
Ugh. I have not made a video for this to this day. This is a dead thread and I apologize. My plan worked to an extent. It stayed waterproof and charged normally, but was cumbersome to use because of the odd shrink-wrap feel of the case.
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Didn't theangelofmusic (the technology nerd) do this with her GS3?
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This may seem like an odd question, but i need a case that can survive hours of moshing. I'm going to Warped Tour this year and don't want my phone getting broken in any moshes. I saw on the S4GRU forums that someone on the forums had an Otterbox that got demolished on a mosh pit, so I want something more durable than an Otterbox. Any suggestions?
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I've gone to over 9000 shows, and I always have used the trident aegis case recently, i've kept my case-mate tough case on when I go. They both protect a good amount, and either way, no one should be aiming for yer pockets while you're in the pit... :sly:
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I leave my phone in the car. Lol.
I never bring anything to shows. I always lose stuff.
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I've gone to over 9000 shows, and I always have used the trident aegis case recently, i've kept my case-mate tough case on when I go. They both protect a good amount, and either way, no one should be aiming for yer pockets while you're in the pit... :sly:
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Damn that's a lot of shows my friend. How do you find the time?
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look at this case lol http://www.otterbox.com/OtterBox-20...-20_color=20&start=1&cgid=otterbox-2000-cases it should be fine in one of them
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I've gone to over 9000 shows, and I always have used the trident aegis case recently, i've kept my case-mate tough case on when I go. They both protect a good amount, and either way, no one should be aiming for yer pockets while you're in the pit... :sly:
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LOL, That would be 1 show per day for 24.7 years straight !!
I like the ballistic case I would trust it in the pit. I stomped on it to prove a point once threw it across the room and all is fine.
Pick up a crappy used phone on eBay for cheap. Swap ESNs before and after...
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Damn that's a lot of shows my friend. How do you find the time?
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I think over 9000 is an old meme from DBZ? Welcome to the internet.
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I think over 9000 is an old meme from DBZ? Welcome to the internet.
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This. Seriously though, I've gone to more shows then I can remember. 95% bring street punk shows, and the other 5% being oi shows. And if any of you have any idea the types of crowds that show up here, you'll know that they go hard, and that case has protected it time and time again.
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omg, thats really funny
Case Mate Tough. Almost the same level of protection as the Ballistic but doesn't look fugly.
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was at a thrice concert a couple weeks ago in the center of the moshpit. my phone was in a casemate pop case and survived.
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This. Seriously though, I've gone to more shows then I can remember. 95% bring street punk shows, and the other 5% being oi shows. And if any of you have any idea the types of crowds that show up here, you'll know that they go hard, and that case has protected it time and time again.
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Oi! Oi! I can vouch for that. Punks and skins can get restless.
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i do not want to use a traditional case on my s3. i love the look and feel of the slim phone but i am worried about getting scratches on it in my pocket. my question about leather pouches is this: is this for ladies purses or do men use these too? can't have my wife making fun of me
There is nothing wrong with a guy using a leather case at all. Indiana Jones carried a satchel. Haha. All jokes side, leather cases do make it look nice, but I don't like the added step of flipping it open. If your wife gives you grief about it, a strong backhand should do the trick. Haha just jokes.
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Nope. I'm a guy and I use the official S3 pouch. Got it for £10. Good quality sim design.
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nope, ive gotten a few compliments on my pouch
purchased here
http://wrappers.typepad.com/
Offers some of the best protection and makes you look like you have more class than most of us here are severely lacking.
Nope its not girly. I love my SGP Gariz. It looks stylish with great protection but pricey!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1749562
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I live in Newcastle and no one's beat me up yet for carrying a leather phone pouch so that's all the indication I'll ever need that it isn't girly.
I dont think there girly....i just posted pic for fun. I think they make you look more buisness like...when i had my blackberry i rocked the hell out of the blackberry pouch
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I would steer clear of it. Seems ultra feminine to me. Unless you can get it in camouflage, then it would be only metro sexual.
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There is nothing wrong with a guy using a leather case at all. Indiana Jones carried a satchel. Haha. All jokes side, leather cases do make it look nice, but I don't like the added step of flipping it open. If your wife gives you grief about it, a strong backhand should do the trick. Haha just jokes.
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You're awesome
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Don't think of what other people may think about your choices. If it makes you happy, do it!
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As long as you don't have the white phone, you don't have any problems. If you have the white phone, you already look girly, so a leather pouch won't change much. So in both cases, go for it.
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As long as you don't have the white phone, you don't have any problems. If you have the white phone, you already look girly, so a leather pouch won't change much. So in both cases, go for it.
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Having a white phone does not make you girly. I don't know where you got this from
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Having a white phone does not make you girly. I don't know where you got this from
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alot of men on this forum feel this way, unfortunately.
i dont quite understand it either. my fiance actually thought the blue one was girly, so go figure.
if people actually judge people based on their phone color choice, theyre not people i want around anyway.
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alot of men on this forum feel this way, unfortunately.
i dont quite understand it either. my fiance actually thought the blue one was girly, so go figure.
if people actually judge people based on their phone color choice, theyre not people i want around anyway.
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I liked the white s2 but it was to slippery. And white gets dirty easy so i gave my white s3 to my gf. I put an ad on CL to trade my white s2 for a black one bc i liked the feel of the black battery door better. Within 1 hour 3 guys not girls hit me up wanting to trade lol
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Pouches should be issued along with bras. No offence (guys?).
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Geez, my nephew is having issues with his charging port again. Anyone else having issues with it a second time? His cat is to blame, whatever that means. It's charging, but won't work on computer.
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Kill the cat.
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I'm going have to agree on this one.
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+1... Bye bye wittle kitty...
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Damn, is this a unanimous vote for the cat?
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I've always been more of a dog person...
...However, due to the nature of the Inc2's charging port (namely that it sucks), it is totally believable that it broke again.
You all are hilarious. I know my older sister will be pissed because its it will be the second one. Anything not apple is inferior. Let the apple flaming begin. At first, she thought it was because we rooted and unlocked the phone. LOL
Have you tried a different cable? Some cables are made to only supply power, sometimes cables just fail because of cats and their diabolical ways.
If she wants an iPhone, let her get one. I am preparing to push my wife to get one. I just think she'll be happier with it. Ain't no shame in this game. I will only be reinforced in my dislike of Apple if my wife gets one, but the point is she should like what she gets.
All women should use iPhones. They are easier to comprehend.
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All women should use iPhones. They are easier to comprehend.
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iPhones are. Women are not.
If she complains about not understanding something on her iPhone or if something doesn't work, it will be nice to just say "better go to the genius bar" Haha...
Keeps me off the hook.
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Have you tried a different cable? Some cables are made to only supply power, sometimes cables just fail because of cats and their diabolical ways.
If she wants an iPhone, let her get one. I am preparing to push my wife to get one. I just think she'll be happier with it. Ain't no shame in this game. I will only be reinforced in my dislike of Apple if my wife gets one, but the point is she should like what she gets.
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Yes I tried two different cables and it computer won't recognize phone. It will still charge using the charging plugged into outlet, but not into computer. That is a sign that it is going bad. To make matters worse, i need to fix his screen. He just broke it on saturday. Geez.
You should just get him the G'zOne Commando
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They still sell that thing? It's gotta be a year or two now.
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Hopefully Nokia will bring us a phone. They've been incorporating wireless charging stock. With that and wireless adb, you would never need a cable again! And they have cameras better than anyone else!
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Hopefully Nokia will bring us a phone. They've been incorporating wireless charging stock. With that and wireless adb, you would never need a cable again! And they have cameras better than anyone else!
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plus it's a nokia. do i need to bring in some nokia memes to prove how tough it'll be?
ive gone through 2 inc2s with faulty charging ports. current one is loose and looking like it's going to go the same way.
What's the status on the cat?
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Still alive. I'll report back on how my nephew does on replacing the cracked screen. He is mechanical, but i think i might be supervising the fix. It was pretty cheap to get the parts $17.95 on amazon for the screen + digitizer, t5 & t6 torc screw & pry tool, & adhesive tape. I thought that was pretty cheap.
Finally got the parts needed for a USB repair on one of my Inc2s! seems like a common issue on Inc2 after x amount of time.
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I've just ordered an urban armor gear case for my galaxy s3 and it should be here sometime today and was wondering if anyone has it and if so is is worth the money? Or if you don't have it and want me to tell you about it when I get it just let me know.
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I've just ordered an urban armor gear case for my galaxy s3 and it should be here sometime today and was wondering if anyone has it and if so is is worth the money? Or if you don't have it and want me to tell you about it when I get it just let me know.
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I've had the case for about two weeks, and I have to say that I'm very please with the case. Especially since I got it off of amazon for $20 shipped free. Sturdy, and has a lip so it protects the front of the screen from scratching when face down.
Amazing choice. I've had mine 3 weeks. You're going to love it.
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Theres a huge review thread on this case. Look for it. But yes its a great case. Best one ive had so far
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I've had the case for about two weeks, and I have to say that I'm very please with the case. Especially since I got it off of amazon for $20 shipped free. Sturdy, and has a lip so it protects the front of the screen from scratching when face down.
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I got mine off amazon too. Love amazon. And just got it and looks and fits amazing.
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Why don't people use the search feature...how many UAG threads can we possibly sneak in before the new year.
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Thread with over 1k posts. Pretty darn sure you're answer is in there.
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Otter box defender and commuter cases 4L!
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I love my UAG case.. It is awesome!! I have dropped my phone plenty of times and it is fine
Its awesome but the area where the power button connects to the case is cracking on mine after 1 month.
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Its awesome but the area where the power button connects to the case is cracking on mine after 1 month.
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This seems to be the number one complaint. But I've been reading how their customer service is excellent. People are getting replacements no problem.
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Why don't people use the search feature...how many UAG threads can we possibly sneak in before the new year.
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True! So rather than close the thread we should switch it up into something productive. For example:
· Why you would recommend the UAG
· Why you chose the specific color UAG
· Or post a picture of your S3 in your UAG
This way it doesn't turn into a copy of the other 1, 000+ thread but we still get to see the case owner's participate. Just an idea.
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This seems to be the number one complaint. But I've been reading how their customer service is excellent. People are getting replacements no problem.
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That is common, specially the white version. Their customer service is top notch. They sent me a replacement. Just file a claim form, send pictures of defects/cracks, wait for response. They will send you a code. That goes into the coupon box, at the checkout page. Place order. Total 0.00 with shipping.
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I snapped this yesterday at the range, and as a fluke, it happened to capture the speeding bullet. I would not have thought this possible on a phone camera. This is a Ruger SR9c (9mm), 115 grain bullet traveling somewhere around 1100 feet per second, I think. I don't take many pictures so this is stock app with stock settings. Cheers.
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That's pretty cool
That's so awesome!
Someone's aim was a little off...looks low...lol.
Nice shot!
That was amazing did you do burst or a single picture
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Single shot only, don't even know how to use burst.
This is our first time shooting a pistol, we like shotguns =)
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Someone's aim was a little off...looks low...lol.
Nice shot!
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Lol I was gonna say the same thing, good aim if you're trying to neuter your attacker it'll definitely slow em down ALOT
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awesome pic!!
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Lol I was gonna say the same thing, good aim if you're trying to neuter your attacker it'll definitely slow em down ALOT
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And perhaps knock him out in the process...
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very nice! And to get that with single shot.
Wow didn't know this phone could do that!
Did you like the sr9c? I conceal carry an sr9 9mm full size. Was thinking about getting the compact version.
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Whoa! That's cool.
Whats the odds of snapping that shot in time to see the bullet in the picture
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Wow didn't know this phone could do that!
Did you like the sr9c? I conceal carry an sr9 9mm full size. Was thinking about getting the compact version.
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We liked it, but like I said, it was our first time shooting a pistol. The extended magazine was uncomfortable though.
NOTE: I'm being told this may just be burning gun powder, let the experts decide..
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We liked it, but like I said, it was our first time shooting a pistol. The extended magazine was uncomfortable though.
NOTE: I'm being told this may just be burning gun powder, let the experts decide..
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It's burning gun powder. It's not flying forwards, but at an angle away. It's muzzle flash. Considering you can see the weapon in three stages of recoil in the image, note three images of the gun, at that range by the time that happened at this picture was taken, the bullet had already came to a halt inside the target.
I estimate that target is about 30 feet away, with your rounds, that bullet was reaching the target in about 0.027 seconds. Far, far faster then the shutter on our device.
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It's burning gun powder. It's not flying forwards, but at an angle away. It's muzzle flash. Considering you can see the weapon in three stages of recoil in the image, note three images of the gun, at that range by the time that happened at this picture was taken, the bullet had already came to a halt inside the target.
I estimate that target is about 30 feet away, with your rounds, that bullet was reaching the target in about 0.027 seconds. Far, far faster then the shutter on our device.
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Even so it is still a pretty cool shot (no pun).
It's burning powder because you can see the lit up other specs of it in various other directions. Unless you're shooting tracers or you have a kicka$$ high speed cam setup, you're not going to get the bullet.
However, that being said, it doesn't take away from the fact that it's still a cool action shot that did capture the burning powder and all.
Now do the same with the shotgun!
Yes the shotgun would be even better
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This is nice timing!! Awesome shot man!