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(yet another)Carbon Fiber Battery Cover

Seeing there are several threads about people laying down black carbon fiber look vinyl on their phones, here's one done in silver. I got ripped off on eBay when I thought the listing was for genuine 3M Di-Noc, but the results turned out decent enough to share. Major problem with the cheap vinyl is that it stretches out way too easily and it melts at a lower temperature than the quality film.
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Looks pretty sweet! Is that stuff adhesive, or do you have to use some sort of glue?

Yes, it is adhesive backed. Like I said I got the off brand stuff, the 3M branded Di-Noc works much better. There are numerous clips on youtube about the stuff and how to use it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mL0nOpvkTb4 <=== link to video showing install on a BMW steering wheel.

Does it come in black? White is too girly for me.

12MaNy said:
Does it come in black? White is too girly for me.
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It looks unnatural
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I've got black 3M textured Carbon, but I think the stuff would be way too thick to work on the backing. I'll try it though, have a ton left from my computer.

The 3M branded film works great on the back. You just have to trim it right at the edges of the cover instead of folding over the underside a bit. That pic turned out looking white? It is silver. They have 500! other colors. I dont know about the other 500 varieties but the carbon fiber look films are actually textured and have a good grip to them.

I went ahead and put the fiber on my backplate.... It looks awesome, but the lip is killing me....
Edit: The fiber was pretty thick, so an idea struck me. I stuck it on the back directly, instead of on the cover. Fits great, feels great. Might add another layer to get rid of some of the 'give' between components.
Ridges are a whole heck of a lot more visible in photos, but aren't they always?
Phone is an extra mm thinner, and a bit lighter too. In addition, the battery no longer falls out in those big drops

Zurginator said:
I went ahead and put the fiber on my backplate.... It looks awesome, but the lip is killing me....
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You're crazy! But crazy is good.

Reminds me I haven't got my Ebay one yet.
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Review: Skinplayer aluminize aluminium frame with screen protector

Just a simple review of the skinplayer aluminize aluminium frame for the SGS3.
Its made in korea and available in 11 colours, the frame comes standard with a aluminium home button, 1 mirror screen protector, 1 gloss clear screen protector, vinyl button for the menu and return button, skin for the battery lid and other accessories to help apply the frame and protector.
The cut out for the frame is very precise and fits right to the edge of the phone the silver version has the aluminium finish, but is covered with a coated to have a smooth finish, the frame has adhesive to stick to the screen of the phone and can be removed easily.
As in the photo's you can see with the frame on I can still use the tridea bumper, mercury jelly TPU case and the aeonaz S-contact case.
the screen protector is applied after the frame, and you can choose from clear or mirror finish.
The home button is also precisely cut, but the two other button is a let down, they used vinyl instead which doesn't look good, instead I used the mirror screen protector and did some cutout which looks better, you can see them on the photo's with the green tridea bumper.

Nice review, but in my oppinion this is sexual harrasment for your phone.
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Yeah the shape of the button cutouts is not working for me.... Aluminum either but if it were different colors with better shaped cutouts then it'd be on my must have list
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Does the skinplayer.Co.kr ship to the u.s.? if they don't do you know any site that does? I would love a red one to go with my red Hyperion back cover
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rlatjs17 said:
Does the skinplayer.Co.kr ship to the u.s.? if they don't do you know any site that does? I would love a red one to go with my red Hyperion back cover
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It rather a new product, i only got it to try out, if you want one check out ebay time to time, it should be available soon, or get it from www.gmarket.co.kr

I couldn't wait for it to come on eBay. I ordered a red aluminum one. Probably receive it next week I'll update with local one I get it
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It looks great on its own, but putting it on the phone makes an otherwise great looking device look like a chinese toy.

irock1985 said:
Yeah the shape of the button cutouts is not working for me.... Aluminum either but if it were different colors with better shaped cutouts then it'd be on my must have list
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It comes in 12 different colors. I just like the fact that they're aluminium.

Just got my red here's some pics.
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Rugged Case: Anyone willing to try the iGadgitz Tyre Tread Case? Amazon.com $2.99

I know a lot of people here like their rugged style cases. I love minimalism so it's a little too big for me, but this one just popped up and might interest some people. There are no reviews yet, so XDA might need a guinea pig to be first to test it out.
It's a silicone case, so I figure it's squishy. I do like the tyre tread design. And with the F1 2014 season starting up this weekend, what car guy/gal wouldn't want to walk around with a tyre stuck against their face? Haha
Amazon.com $2.99 http://www.amazon.com/iGadgitz-Silicone-Google-Screen-Protector/dp/B00IWOVZ32/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1394835821&sr=8-1&keywords=iGadgitz+Black+Silicone+Tyre+Skin+Case+nexus+5
Amazon.ca $3.99 http://www.amazon.ca/iGadgitz-Silicone-Google-Screen-Protector/dp/B00IWOVZ32/ref=sr_1_116?ie=UTF8&qid=1394835248&sr=8-116&keywords=nexus+5+bumper
**Note: Don't hate me if you don't like it!! I'm just the messenger. **
- Not suitable for the LG Google Nexus 4 E960.
- Custom made for your Nexus 5 D820 D821 with iGadgitz classic tyre tread design.
- Produced from superior quality, shock absorbant, ATS (anti-static) silicone.
- This silicone skin protects your device from nasty chips and scratches.
- Full access to all ports, controls, functions with a customised front frame to secure your smartphone. Supplied with stick-on screen protector.
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The fact that the case wraps around the top and bottom of the bezel ruins it for me :| i rely on the notification LED too much. But I absolutey love the design of the case on the back!!!

I think they needed a big lip over the top, sides, and bottom because it's silicone. It's the only way to hold the case on securely with a soft, stretchy material. If it was TPU it wouldn't be needed.
With it being silicone, it would probably be easy to punch a hole/notch manually with a paper hole puncher; if you really wanted the notification light exposed.
I just love those tyre treads though.

vaibhav.ravi said:
The fact that the case wraps around the top and bottom of the bezel ruins it for me :| i rely on the notification LED too much. But I absolutey love the design of the case on the back!!!
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LOL fail for covering up the notification light.
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I can't say much for the case being on the nexus 5, but I know for a fact it's no good on my iPod touch, especially when you're taking it out of your pocket, it flops around. It is good for drops though, I'll give it that
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Moto G Hard case review : the cheap one

Many people prefer Trident or OtterBox cases, and they are right.
But that cost 20€+, and that was more than i could pay :
Here is a 5€ Case i've just got :
>> FULL REVIEW HERE <<
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I have one of these on all my devices..very user friendly, can flip around and use the device while in the beltclip..very slim and light weight, and great protection..very easy to clip into your pocket, slide device out and use without the clip..or use device in the clip, propt in landscape or portrait mode, for watching movies also..I have had the Krakens and all those fancy / expensive cases..but I finally found my true love for a case..unless you work in construction, or heavy duty..this case is the perfect choice..
http://m.ebay.com/itm/370987205264?nav=WATCHING_ACTIVE
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http://waynekent.com/page6.html

filled the hole after removing the belt clip (that i won't use) with a glow-in-the-dark plastic plate :

Tq. I was waiting for this review. I love this case but I'm somehow disinterested after read about the dust issue on rubber part. I can feel how the material is from your pics.
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Review, Part2 :
digitalmahdi said:
Tq. I was waiting for this review. I love this case but I'm somehow disinterested after read about the dust issue on rubber part. I can feel how the material is from your pics.
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Here is "life tested" part 2

Recently bought Pink version for girlfriend's peregrine, will post a review soon :

l buy it in green
l buy that case in green color is very nice and thanks to this case my moto g still alive.
l buy it for 18 USD on a local store, here all the tech is very expensive and limited.

mastero101 said:
l buy that case in green color is very nice and thanks to this case my moto g still alive.
l buy it for 18 USD on a local store, here all the tech is very expensive and limited.
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Is it the silicone that is green or the hard plastic?
Turned out that the pink is only paint on white plastic
i'll add a few more pics with case ageing ...

Same model of case only imagine the black soft silicone like green
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Is it the silicone that is green or the hard plastic?
Turned out that the pink is only paint on white plastic
i'll add a few more pics with case ageing ...
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it looks like give enough protection
but it seems makes the moto g look bulky

A seven months later review
Here is the seven months later review of my cheap hard case:
http://andrux-and-me.blogspot.fr/2015/02/quick-review-hybrid-armor-for-moto-g.html

Question: Metal steel bands and back of watch

I want to ask the community if anyone has seen any issues with the metal band on and the back of the watch. I'm concern because the band is almost stressing the back side of watch when the band is pushed down or simply wearing.
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Yep. I removed my metal band for exactly this reason. Put back the leather strap. But I'm still concerned.
If you can get a closeup side picture of the curved lip hitting the band its even scarier. The edge is quite thick.
We need someone (expert) with Dremel to cut off the curved lips and polish a straight edge on both sides.
Good luck volunteers....

Bob Smith42 said:
Yep. I removed my metal band for exactly this reason. Put back the leather strap. But I'm still concerned.
If you can get a closeup side picture of the curved lip hitting the band its even scarier. The edge is quite thick.
We need someone (expert) with Dremel to cut off the curved lips and polish a straight edge on both sides.
Good luck volunteers....
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Yes! I Don't want to ruin the beautiful watch. Now I wonder how the official Moto 360 metal bands are design.

No problem here. Because of the little tab rather than the full end link. Not using the pebble steel band. Just another band I am not using.
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kpjimmy said:
No problem here. Because of the little tab rather than the full end link.
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I have peeble steel band. What kind is that?

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2878127
Crack on back of watch
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From a microbrand Lew & Huey Cerberus. I have the watch but replaced that with a leather band.
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kpjimmy said:
From a microbrand Lew & Huey Cerberus. I have the watch but replaced that with a leather band.
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This one?
http://www.lewandhuey.com/22mm-stainless-steel-bracelet-with-solid-end-links-and-double-locking-clasp-for-cerberus/

If I remember right he has a 20mm band.
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WingnutStrikesBack said:
This one?
http://www.lewandhuey.com/22mm-stai...-links-and-double-locking-clasp-for-cerberus/
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Yes!
Cr4z33 said:
If I remember right he has a 20mm band.
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Not that one. Super Engineer yes, Cerberus has a removable end link. Forgot to mention that I had to scratch out the notches down in the watch, which may void the warranty, in order to make it fit.
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