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Complete shell replacement now available

Found a site that has the complete shell for sale for all those that have already dropped and dinged our beloved Tb's.
"NEW OEM HTC Thunderbolt 4G with Google Full Housing Case shell Replacement"
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http://www.lingosbox.com/htc-thunderbolt-4g-with-google-full-housing-case-shell-replacement.html

I kind of just want to buy it to see if I can flip the kickstand around.
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Wow - way cheaper than I expected...especially this early.
Thanks!

lippstuh said:
I kind of just want to buy it to see if I can flip the kickstand around.
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if you do.... you let me know...
and then, you will be considered a super hero

drewfinkel said:
if you do.... you let me know...
and then, you will be considered a super hero
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i just need a picture of the tear down to see if switching it would interfere with the chip
edit: they probably couldn't put the kickstand on the other side because the screws for the hinge will hit the micro-usb charge port

Volc0m23 said:
Wow - way cheaper than I expected...especially this early.
Thanks!
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Your very welcome sir!

Doesn't look good
Check out the site a little bit before you order, people. The ratings for this site don't look very good at all. I'd stay away from them and save your money.
http://www.webutation.net/go/review/lingosbox.com#
http://www.talkreviews.com/lingosbox.com
http://www.topix.com/forum/ce/tv/TTHM5K8E0NSGQ9PIU

DRLyman said:
Check out the site a little bit before you order, people. The ratings for this site don't look very good at all. I'd stay away from them and save your money.
http://www.webutation.net/go/review/lingosbox.com#
http://www.talkreviews.com/lingosbox.com
http://www.topix.com/forum/ce/tv/TTHM5K8E0NSGQ9PIU
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Yikes!!! Thank you

Ok, I found 2 more sites that don't have any bad reviews "yet"
$34.99
http://www.repairsuniverse.com/htc-thunderbolt-front-housing-replacement.html
$55.90 but they want a minimum order of 2.
http://www.globaldirectparts.com/HTC-Verizon-Thunderbolt-Housing-p/htc742280.htm

ah i need this. the metal on my kickstand is starting to decay i guess from all the chemicals at work

i just got my thunderbolt housing case from lingosbox
i have ordered from lingosbox and got it after 13days,original quality and the price has marked down 10$,dont' care about the bad reviews,every website has some bad reviews from the unhappy customers,it's quite normal.

There are many bad reviews about lingosbox on the web - has anyone purchased from them and received it?

D3TH METAL said:
Ok, I found 2 more sites that don't have any bad reviews "yet"
$34.99
http://www.repairsuniverse.com/htc-thunderbolt-front-housing-replacement.html
$55.90 but they want a minimum order of 2.
http://www.globaldirectparts.com/HTC-Verizon-Thunderbolt-Housing-p/htc742280.htm
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I installed the one from repairuniverse and it seems to be OEM in all ways but one. The kickstand does not seem to have the transparent coating that the original did. This is a good thing in my opinion since I spent a lot of time pealing mine off after it started to chip a month after I got the phone. Fitment was great and the rest of the look is OEM as I said before

lippstuh said:
I kind of just want to buy it to see if I can flip the kickstand around.
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You cant i tried it as well, i replaced my housing a month ago and there is no way to flip it.

xXJay_RXx said:
ah i need this. the metal on my kickstand is starting to decay i guess from all the chemicals at work
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Nah, that's just the crappy coat on the kickstand coming off. tape off around the kickstand, and take a green scrubby pad to it. a bit of metal polish, and it'll look way better than before.

Not necessarily as cheap, but a bit more established and reputable (ordered quite a few things from them for fixing BBs etc.)
http://cnn.cn/shop/adr6400-thunderbolt-c-277_1228.html

lippstuh said:
I kind of just want to buy it to see if I can flip the kickstand around.
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Looking at 2nd pic I would say no.
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xXJay_RXx said:
ah i need this. the metal on my kickstand is starting to decay i guess from all the chemicals at work
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If its the surface chiping off then not chems, mine did it 1st week and I ended up pealing the rest off over time with fingernail.

I recently bought a whole new shell and battery cover for my phone...repairsuniverse is an excellent site, thats where I bought mine and they give you the tools and it looks fantastic

Can you order one with the blue kickstand like in the first picture? that looks pretty cool.

thoward93 said:
Can you order one with the blue kickstand like in the first picture? that looks pretty cool.
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I think that's just a blue protective sticker on the kickstand. Not an actual blue kickstand.

[MOD] Carbon Fiber battery cover

MY VERY FIRST OP
Just thought i would share this with the community. It's called high performance carbon fiber vinyl. The great thing is that it does not leave any adhesive residue. I just slowly, carefully tailored it with a razor blade on top of the original battery cover. A blow dryer made the vinyl much more "compliant" and flexible. Hope you like it. I'm trying to do it with white carbon fiber vinyl next. Please let me know what you think...
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Very nice. I have a sheet of this stuff at home, I'm probably gonna do this too.
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i think this should go in the Accessories section but nice job!

talltexan said:
i think this should go in the Accessories section but nice job!
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I think you might be right... LOL
Can it be moved?

A mod could move it if you msg one. (not sure who to msg lol)

I actually still have some from when I tried this on my vibrant. Didn't work out well then based that battery door was so oddly shaped. May go either this a shot. Keep us updated on how well it lasts.
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adamboyd83 said:
I actually still have some from when I tried this on my vibrant. Didn't work out well then based that battery door was so oddly shaped. May go either this a shot. Keep us updated on how well it lasts.
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If you're using the 3m di-noc variant, it's practically bulletproof. The 3m material isn't even vinyl, it's pvc, which is why it's so damn durable. I wouldn't hesitate putting it on anything I want to keep looking nice. The look isn't for everyone though. And depending on how tight/small the corners need to be, it might not be a good fit.

Because the battery cover of the t989 is textured, the vinyl does not stick very well. like I previously mentioned, I used a blow dryer to make it stick much much better. I also have it in a clear hard/soft silicone gel skin so it should last pretty much forever.
Also if you like this mod or it inspired you to try something similar please hit the thank you button...
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that looks legit!

White CF would look nice.

I will be ordering the white soon... kinda expensive... but when I am done I will show it to you...
Actually I plan on doing a white conversion for my wife... I am looking into purchasing the equipment to cut the skin for the face... I will report back soon...

For the Vibrant i know they had a white sticker you could put on the front. Sounds cheap i know but it looked pretty slick. The only thing i noticed was a small ridge around the face of the phone however that was kinda nice also for operating the phone without looking.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=767343

If you do..let me know. I would buy a kit
horatiob said:
I will be ordering the white soon... kinda expensive... but when I am done I will show it to you...
Actually I plan on doing a white conversion for my wife... I am looking into purchasing the equipment to cut the skin for the face... I will report back soon...
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Thing is that this is only a sticker and unless you can get the sticker to fold under the edge of the battery cover and have the battery cover sit properly.. the stick will just peel up.

I made one as well, if anyone is interested let me know. Came out pretty well.
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amaesing said:
I made one as well, if anyone is interested let me know. Came out pretty well.
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NICE!!!! Excellent job!!!!
How difficult was it? also, you could hit the thank you button... just saying ;-)

firebane said:
Thing is that this is only a sticker and unless you can get the sticker to fold under the edge of the battery cover and have the battery cover sit properly.. the stick will just peel up.
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Not really... When this stuff sticks it aiint going no where (if applied properly.) Unlike stickers that wear and tear with time. This stuff is harder to remove with time... and it's not just a sticker... this is almost indestructible PVC...

horatiob said:
Not really... When this stuff sticks it aiint going no where (if applied properly.) Unlike stickers that wear and tear with time. This stuff is harder to remove with time... and it's not just a sticker... this is almost indestructible PVC...
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Id be hesitant to put anything that permanent on it. What if you get sick of it?

Wareazy said:
Id be hesitant to put anything that permanent on it. What if you get sick of it?
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by that time we should have battery covers on ebay

Wareazy said:
Id be hesitant to put anything that permanent on it. What if you get sick of it?
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If you get sick of it just peel it off.. It should leave no residue behind... This stuff is unbelievably good...
and come on... who's gonna get sick of this look? ;-)

iLuv S3 layover clear case (PICTURES)

I am still awaiting my phone but now have all my accessories. My iLuv layover "white" case came in today. I was really interested in it when I first saw it, but there were very little pictures to go by so I thought I would take some pictures that gave a better idea. Until I get a phone to put in it, I figured this was all I could really do. I will update once I get my phone (waiting for it from Best buy/verizon) and can take more detailed pictures.
I wasn't sure how they could get away with charging $12 for shipping. After seeing the box it came, which could have also fit a pair of nike running shoes, I now understand why! This could have easily been shipped in a padded envelope and would have cut down on the cost!
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The "white" really is a translucent case
a shot with my thunderbolt under it. shows just how translucent it will be

I love this case! I might buy it ontop of my other cases :victory:

DrewVL said:
iLUV this case! I might buy it ontop of my other cases :victory:
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FIFY...

I was sitting around and thinking to myself...."I paid a lot for this case. it is pretty slick and want to keep it looking nice."
I got the xtremeguard full skins on the 75% off deal. (I got 4 actually). at the price I got them for, I figured it wouldn't matter if I wasted one. So, I installed a back protector on the iluv case for a little extra grip and in hopes to keep it looking good. so far it is sticking pretty good. if it sticks, I may keep it on, if not...ehh oh well. I'll take some more picts of that tomorrow if it stays looking good.

that looks like a cover that goes a bit further on the top and bottom, perhaps allowing for a bit more protection. seems nice

is this case available in Europe?

iLuv review

Yeah, saw that before i ordered. Good info but it seems to be the only info available.
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Beach Audio has them on eBay for $12.81 shipped. It's in stock and ships from the US.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330752458751#ht_1150wt_942

OP, are you using this case on a white or blue S3? I would love to see what it looks on a blue S3.

It looks great. I would like to see it on the phone first. Seems like it doesn't cover the top or bottom of the phone in front.
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Case itself looks nice. It would have been better it's a clear hard case. Still looking good.

Maverick777 said:
Beach Audio has them on eBay for $12.81 shipped. It's in stock and ships from the US.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330752458751#ht_1150wt_942
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DAMNIT!!! thats more than 50% off what I paid!

twoashj said:
Case itself looks nice. It would have been better it's a clear hard case. Still looking good.
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Wrong IMO. I stayed away from totally clear for one reason. Clear cases look nice at first. Then after months of sliding around on the contact points, those points become scratched. Now you have part of the case that looks nice and the rest which is all scratched and appears dirty.
my opinion.

vw671 said:
OP, are you using this case on a white or blue S3? I would love to see what it looks on a blue S3.
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I'm using the white. I think it would looks pretty slick on the blue to be honest!

1Android said:
Wrong IMO. I stayed away from totally clear for one reason. Clear cases look nice at first. Then after months of sliding around on the contact points, those points become scratched. Now you have part of the case that looks nice and the rest which is all scratched and appears dirty.
my opinion.
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Agree 110% :good:
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Maverick777 said:
Beach Audio has them on eBay for $12.81 shipped. It's in stock and ships from the US.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330752458751#ht_1150wt_942
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Damn you I just ordered one

DrewVL said:
Agree 110% :good:
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Damn you I just ordered one
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Mine just arrived. Here it is on a Pebble Blue S III. I will be exchanging the phone for a white one, but I wanted to post pics for anyone interested in this case with a blue phone.
The case feel very nice and is nice and slim. It also wraps around the corners just enough to provide decent protection. There's no lip to really speak of on the front so the case won't protect your phone if you leave it faced down. That's either a positive or a negative depending on how you like your cases.
Anyhow, here are the pics. Enjoy.
Front
Back 1
Back 2

I found something similar for about $10 shipped, will post pics once it arrives
http://www.ebay.com/itm/USAMS-Shiny...550267?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1e6f9c8fbb

Sexy ass Leather Battery Cover

Just ordered, not sure how it affects NFC (It shouldn't), but I'm getting the white one!
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/251103955496?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648#ht_500wt_1220

Looks good! Let us know how it is when you get it!

antispiral said:
Looks good! Let us know how it is when you get it!
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Wow! Thanks for this post, it gives me something else to possibly buy for my phone, lol!

I just got this same cover like 3 hours ago. Same cover but cheaper
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=230824214645
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You might want to add that its synthetic leather...
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Xcor3 said:
I just got this same cover like 3 hours ago. Same cover but cheaper
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=230824214645
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Doesn't have that Galaxy S III logo ;P

Interesting.
I was thinking of hitting mine with Plasti-dip. Hate how slippery it is.
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Bowsa2511 said:
Doesn't have that Galaxy S III logo ;P
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The description says that it does but the picture doesn't show it.

Bielinsk said:
Interesting.
I was thinking of hitting mine with Plasti-dip. Hate how slippery it is.
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I tried that, but it peeled off the first day I had it in my pocket (stock back cover in the pocket of my shorts with nothing else in the pocket)

You should change the name of the thread to "Ugly Ass Leather Battery Cover".

jrwingate6 said:
You should change the name of the thread to "Ugly Ass Leather Battery Cover".
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Everybody point and laugh at the smelly leather-hating vegan! j/k

zmore said:
Everybody point and laugh at the smelly leather-hating vegan! j/k
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LOL, this cracked me up!! (I'm still chuckling..... ....)

zmore said:
Everybody point and laugh at the smelly leather-hating vegan! j/k
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LOL....I'm far from Vegan. I love me some red meat. Besides, this isn't even real leather. Not like the leather covering my Coach Wallet in my back pocket.

This *fake* leather battery cover looks sweet. My wallet was carved out of the ivory of a woolly mammoth by the pope. It also matches the dashboard in my spaceship. Yeah, I know; My spaceship does has an awesome looking dashboard.

Paging Dr B said:
This *fake* leather battery cover looks sweet. My wallet was carved out of the ivory of a woolly mammoth by the pope. It also matches the dashboard in my spaceship. Yeah, I know; My spaceship does has an awesome looking dashboard.
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... Wish I had a spaceship....
Nice battery cover!
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Bowsa2511 said:
Just ordered, not sure how it affects NFC (It shouldn't), but I'm getting the white one!
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It does not affect NFC like the metal ones! I have this cover since last week! Looks very good

mp2ning said:
It does not affect NFC like the metal ones! I have this cover since last week! Looks very good
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Does it feel good in the hand, I'm waiting patiently for mine XD

I got the black one for my pebble blue S3, and I am kinda bugged by the contrast between the black of the cover and the blue of the phone. I had thought it wouldn't be too big of a difference, but the black makes the blue very obvious.
I'm thinking of ordering a version from here:
http://cnn.cn/shop/samsung-i9300-ga...ith-black-leather-insert-p-15920.html#gal1/0/
That has a blue border around the black leather to get it to blend better.

I just ordered this one. I already have in black and LOVE IT!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/180904093415?_trksid=p5197.c0.m619#ht_500wt_1413

I posted a link for a cheaper one. Its in the first page
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Very nice. How's the grip?
Currently not being productive.

Post up your wrapped G3

As everyone knows this is as minimal as it gets for protection. As I did for my nexus 5 I went to slickwraps and got the leather style. I was surprised it was almost $20 but after applying it I'm happy. The G3 felt slippery before but it has much more grip now.
Post up your pics of your wrapped phone if you like to share and give it a review.
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Back looks good. I wouldn't do the front though.

Where did you get that?

Slickwraps.Com you can also try dbrand.Com

Nice, does it add some non-slip grip? I hate cases, but this phone is so big and slippery.

I bought one. Tried installing the back yesterday. Piece of poop. It was off from the laser or something. Couldn't get it straight. What did you do to get it good?

Thanks for putting me on I will be ordering this Friday

Galaxysm said:
I bought one. Tried installing the back yesterday. Piece of poop. It was off from the laser or something. Couldn't get it straight. What did you do to get it good?
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I've bought 3 wraps and have never had any issues personally

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I've bought 3 wraps and have never had any issues personally
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How you install the back?
Sent from my Nexus5 .

It's just a sticker. Using a hairdryer is recommended for the corners. Also smooth the edges down by buffing while applying pressure. I got the edges really smooth
How to Apply a dbrand LG G3 Skin: http://youtu.be/xnF5-T7-zTw

Mine is all clear. Tempered glass front and clear back so you really can't see it.

s_special said:
It's just a sticker. Using a hairdryer is recommended for the corners. Also smooth the edges down by buffing while applying pressure. I got the edges really smooth
How to Apply a dbrand LG G3 Skin: http://youtu.be/xnF5-T7-zTw
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I watched the video, I still can't get the edges smooth and its really bugging me. What did you use to buff the edges down? How long?

zgroten said:
I watched the video, I still can't get the edges smooth and its really bugging me. What did you use to buff the edges down? How long?
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Use anything smooth or soft. Micro fiber cloth is good.. Buff it, Buff it real good

Its it good with a case on it. I have a case with a transparent back so the wrap will still show

Your Homescreen, Nice Wrap, convinced me to get one.
PLEASE OH PLEASE TELL ME WHERE YOU GOT YOUR HOMESCREEEN! Ive been searching for minimal screens like that. Is it MyColorScreen?:good::good::good::good::good::good::good::good::good:

zlThomaslz said:
PLEASE OH PLEASE TELL ME WHERE YOU GOT YOUR HOMESCREEEN! Ive been searching for minimal screens like that. Is it MyColorScreen?:good::good::good::good::good::good::good::good::good:
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No, it's just action launcher, uccw clock, G3 themed nav buttons with tweaksbox

s_special said:
No, it's just action launcher, uccw clock, G3 themed nav buttons with tweaksbox
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But I want the Word Icons, where did you get those?

Here is my LG G3 White carbon fiber wrap.
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How do you post pictures?

zlThomaslz said:
But I want the Word Icons, where did you get those?
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They're just png images made in Photoshop. It's not a icon pack

kd_bui said:
Here is my LG G3 White carbon fiber wrap.
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upload them to dropbox and share the link.
I'm curios to see what the white one looks like!