Hello guys,
I haven't found any drop tests of N5x, just I found scratch tests and the phone survivals them.
Has your phone ever dropped? How high it was? I just want to know if is it worth to buy a bumber or not. My nex just falled down once from about 0,5 m on the floor and the frame on the screen is a little bit bent, but you can see it only when you are looking very long and close at the phone.
Bests
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Domin_PL said:
Hello guys,
I haven't found any drop tests of N5x, just I found scratch tests and the phone survivals them.
Has your phone ever dropped? How high it was? I just want to know if is it worth to buy a bumber or not. My nex just falled down once from about 0,5 m on the floor and the frame on the screen is a little bit bent, but you can see it only when you are looking very long and close at the phone.
Bests
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I've dropped my phone a handful of times but everytime was in a TPU case with tempered glass screen protector. Heights were usually waist high to tile, concrete, carpet. No signs of any damage anywhere.
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Probably depends where it falls. I dropped it on a rocky ground from very little height and it cracked, also my camera glass is cracked or scratched too.
I've dropped mine twice. The first time from 4' (1.25 m). The only damage was a small scruff on the top corner. The second time (an hour ago) from 6" (15 cm) and the screen cracked. It all depends on where it hits.
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Thank you for your replies.
I think the most dangerous is drop on the screen edge, because forces are spreading on less surface So screen cracks
Okay, so I will buy something to protect my N5x (never used anything on my all phones tho).
What do you think, better to buy Rhino bumper or normal case?
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Protection is must as the plastic on this phone, specially the sides, is very soft and can dent very easily
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myawan said:
Protection is must as the plastic on this phone, specially the sides, is very soft and can dent very easily
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So i was thinking about Rhino bumper, it looks very stabil.
But I don't know if still camera will protrude out of the bumper, it's also a point I'm looking at because I don't want to have cracked my camera
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Domin_PL said:
So i was thinking about Rhino bumper, it looks very stabil.
But I don't know if still camera will protrude out of the bumper, it's also a point I'm looking at because I don't want to have cracked my camera
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I've seen the Rhino bumper and even though it's "just" a bumper, it's pretty thick overall. I still prefer a TPU case like a Cruzerlite or Pleson. It keeps the height, width, and thickness to a minimum.
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I'd rather choose something what keeps original look of Nexus, something like this case https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0...us+5x+case&dpPl=1&dpID=51g1mxqnCML&ref=plSrch
But not this, something what protects phone and is transparent and keep camera safe from cracking.
Any ideas?
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I'd rather choose something what keeps original look of Nexus, something like this case https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0...us+5x+case&dpPl=1&dpID=51g1mxqnCML&ref=plSrch
But not this, something what protects phone and is transparent and keep camera safe from cracking.
Any ideas?
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Yeah the Pleson one I got is clear. Only problem is they get discolored over time.
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https://www.amazon.com/PLESON®-Crystal-Lightweight-Bulkiness-Protective/dp/B017NEVABS
It is this one you have?
Does camera protrude in this case?
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https://www.amazon.com/PLESON®-Crystal-Lightweight-Bulkiness-Protective/dp/B017NEVABS
It is this one you have?
Does camera protrude in this case?
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Yup that's the one. Got it back on June 10. Camera does not protrude. The TPU is protecting it so you can lay it flat on the back without worries.
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Yup that's the one. Got it back on June 10. Camera does not protrude. The TPU is protecting it so you can lay it flat on the back without worries.
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Thank you for your replies
I think it will be that what i was looking for, I'll get the one
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Cruzerlite all the way
myawan said:
Protection is must as the plastic on this phone, specially the sides, is very soft and can dent very easily
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Plastic means it can absorb damage without breaking. If it bends, it bends back to where it was unless it cracks.
Perhaps you're confusing plastic with metal? Metal phones bend and dent easily, and they are permanent.
I've dropped mine a few times in hard tile floor and nothing but minor scuffing on the corner. This device will not break easily, similar to other light plastic devices which have been proven to do well in a fall such as the Galaxy S4.
Just a quick PSA: Dont buy a replacement display from fixez.com. They are used and will have some kind of issue such as unresponsive touchscreen or lines across the screen. The company also wont reimburse you for shipping so you have to pay to return a faulty item they sent you. You have been warned.
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Plastic means it can absorb damage without breaking. If it bends, it bends back to where it was unless it cracks.
Perhaps you're confusing plastic with metal? Metal phones bend and dent easily, and they are permanent.
I've dropped mine a few times in hard tile floor and nothing but minor scuffing on the corner. This device will not break easily, similar to other light plastic devices which have been proven to do well in a fall such as the Galaxy S4.
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I have dropped mine once from a two feet height and got a side dent on plastic just below glass.
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I have dropped mine once from a two feet height and got a side dent on plastic just below glass.
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If it was a metal phone such as the 6p, it would be bent and the glass probably would crack due to the stress.
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I always use a gel case on my galaxy s yet the back cover still has scratches and sort of smudges which don't go away. It's hard to explain. How do I get rid of them? Where can I get a different range of back covers?
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I always use a gel case on my galaxy s yet the back cover still has scratches and sort of smudges which don't go away. It's hard to explain. How do I get rid of them? Where can I get a different range of back covers?
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If you're using a case and the battery cover now has scratches, I'd probably blame the case. It could be rubbing against the battery cover and scratching it.
You can purchase battery covers on eBay. Just search! They should be fairly cheap. If you find any good ones, post the links.
Same problem here.
I have to clean up silicone case and battery cover everyday to avoid scratches.
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Same problem here.
I have to clean up silicone case and battery cover everyday to avoid scratches.
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It's probably just the material of the case, as I'm sure not everyone with a case on their phone has to worry about and deal with this.
Personally, I don't use a case and have zero scratches on my phone, screen or body.
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It's probably just the material of the case, as I'm sure not everyone with a case on their phone has to worry about and deal with this.
Personally, I don't use a case and have zero scratches on my phone, screen or body.
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Same here, maybe the rubber casing is getting debris inside that are eventually scratching the back?
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Herman76 said:
Same here, maybe the rubber casing is getting debris inside that are eventually scratching the back?
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Yep. This is exactly what's happening.
It's not just scratches though. On the pattern bit in the battery theres some sort of staining. It's hard to explain what it is. l suppose it looks like dried glue
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anyone use screen protector?
I am using the screen protector and I can say that it is very first thing a man should do to the phone. It is very hard to put one, as the smallest piece of dirt (between the screen and protector) is seen as big bubble ... Order the cheapest ten pack from Ebay because you will destroy couple of them before you install it perfect.. I had those on my sgs for year, and it was scratched as hell..
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It's not just scratches though. On the pattern bit in the battery theres some sort of staining. It's hard to explain what it is. l suppose it looks like dried glue
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it is grease, comes from hands. Clean it worth HIGHLY DILUTED alcohol or wet wipe then with microfiber cloth..
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I would be nice to have a metal black battery door the S2 does and they look sick
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I don't think it's grease because it simply does not come off. And the corners of the screen always attract dust
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I've tried using baby wipes but it didn't come off
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Well if it doesn't come off, what the heck did you put on your phone? Maybe it's a questonably cheap case and some weird plastic/rubber/alien residue from it has stained your phone? Provide pictures maybe?
Sounds strange, especially since you can't clean it off.
It looks like dried up snot lol but it isn't. I can't be the only one who also finds that the screen attracts too much dust especially in the corners and edges
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It looks like dried up snot lol but it isn't. I can't be the only one who also finds that the screen attracts too much dust especially in the corners and edges
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I don't notice dust at all on my device, ever (unless I'm in working in a really dusty place, which happens, but I generally don't have my phone on me when I am). This could be just a geographical difference though.
Fingerprints are another story. Those are annoying. Dust, however, I don't even notice.
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I am using the screen protector and I can say that it is very first thing a man should do to the phone. It is very hard to put one, as the smallest piece of dirt (between the screen and protector) is seen as big bubble ... Order the cheapest ten pack from Ebay because you will destroy couple of them before you install it perfect.. I had those on my sgs for year, and it was scratched as hell..
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The Sgs screen is gorilla glass which is scratch proof so does not need a protector.
It is possible to scratch with the right tool but the pressure needed will go straight threw any protector too.
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The Sgs screen is gorilla glass which is scratch proof so does not need a protector.
It is possible to scratch with them right tool but the pressure needed will go straight threw any protector too.
You were very wrong in this, believe me ! Sharp keys can do wonders... gorilla glass is not so tough, there is a whole thread about it...
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Same here
I took the cover off and scrubbed it with a little soap,no effect.
If you look closely,you can see that those places are somewhat 'eroded',like somethings eaten away at it.
Maybe moisture build up?
I've had a case on my note II ever since purchase, when I took it off, I see tint scratches around the phone. Is it just me or are others are experiencing the same thing?
Thanks for your input guys.
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XrAdEr said:
I've had a case on my note II ever since purchase, when I took it off, I see tint scratches around the phone. Is it just me or are others are experiencing the same thing?
Thanks for your input guys.
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You'll have this with any chrome-like finish on a phone unfortunately. I've got iphones, an ipad and three android devices, all with chrome bezels and all with fine swirls and scratches...
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Happened with note 1 so this time around I put best skins ever wrap around it before putting it in the case.
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Yup -- it is what it is.
Mine scratches easily and has flaked off in some spots like near the head phone jack.
I didn't bother with skins I figured after the glue hardened it would pull the paint off anyways if I tried to remove it so I don't see the point.
Cases are enough for me as I can't see it anyways with one on.
Stop worrying, it will happen some way or another and enjoy your great phone!
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Mine scratches easily and has flaked off in some spots like near the head phone jack.
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On my previous phone (an Infuse), I had cracked chrome near the micro-USB jack. But my Note 2, after almost three months so far, with no case, has no scratches on either the glass or the chrome.
I belive it is in the design. Samsung intended it to be soft plastic in order to absorb shock. So any lil bump can nic the paint off.
I put my Skinomi on as soon as I got it. Sooo, hopefully not.
Yea mine has a few battle scars. I wish that samsung would up their build quality a bit. Coming from an HTC Inspire (Milled Aluminum Body) the cheap plasticy feel was quite a shock. But overall I love the phone and eventually got over all the plastic.
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hi end watches with precious metal get scratches too let alone plastic chrome on gn2, just enjoy using it
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I was looking at my phone the other day and noticed the little square glass piece over the camera is cracked. I'm not sure at all how this happened since I have not dropped the phone and it always stays in the otter box case. Has anyone had this happen before? It does not appear to affect the image quality but is there a suitable repair for this, could I use another material other than glass.
I don't know that that's even glass over the camera, pretty sure it's a thin piece of plastic
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I don't know that that's even glass over the camera, pretty sure it's a thin piece of plastic
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It is definitely glass for it to crack the way it did.
Well regardless. Just looked over eBay, and around a few repair sites and I couldn't find anything besides replacing the whole back cover which has the camera lens included. And that would be between 45-60 dollars
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I have the black case. Zero issues except it's a oil/finger print magnet. I use my old nexus 4 orb to charge and it leaves a ring on the case. And my OCD goes crazy. All this can be easily cleaned daily. But i can't help but think the grey version wouldn't have this issue. Are the light versions oil/fingerprint magnets? Any official bumper case guys in here. Should i just stock to black? In don't wear jeans. So the Jean stains i heard about don't concern me.
And fyi i have no interest in 3rd party cases.
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I have the "red' one, which is definitely bright orange not even close to red and if i look hard at it, i can see a little smudge here and there, but hardly anything, even under intense light.
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I have the black case. Zero issues except it's a oil/finger print magnet. I use my old nexus 4 orb to charge and it leaves a ring on the case. And my OCD goes crazy. All this can be easily cleaned daily. But i can't help but think the grey version wouldn't have this issue. Are the light versions oil/fingerprint magnets? Any official bumper case guys in here. Should i just stock to black? In don't wear jeans. So the Jean stains i heard about don't concern me.
And fyi i have no interest in 3rd party cases.
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I don't wear jeans either and my gray case is stained.
I have a light gray bumper and I can't say that mine particularly attracts fingerprints or oil. Mine isn't stained either, but I've only been using it regularly for a week. It does however flake and peel as some people have posted about on here.
The orb also tends to leave a slight ring on the case despite my fairly fastidious cleaning of the orb. The ring seems to be less prominent on the gray case than on my black Nexus 7 2013. I'm able to wipe the residue off of my case with a microfiber cloth fairly easily. The new Nexus charging pick seems to leave no residue on the great bumper. I hope that helps.
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I have a light gray bumper and I can't say that mine particularly attracts fingerprints or oil. Mine isn't stained either, but I've only been using it regularly for a week. It does however flake and peel as some people have posted about on here.
The orb also tends to leave a slight ring on the case despite my fairly fastidious cleaning of the orb. The ring seems to be less prominent on the gray case than on my black Nexus 7 2013. I'm able to wipe the residue off of my case with a microfiber cloth fairly easily. The new Nexus charging pick seems to leave no residue on the great bumper. I hope that helps.
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My gray case began to get discolored after about a month.
OregonLawyer said:
I don't wear jeans either and my gray case is stained.
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Really?! Stained from what? Dyes from clothes?
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I have a light gray bumper and I can't say that mine particularly attracts fingerprints or oil. Mine isn't stained either, but I've only been using it regularly for a week. It does however flake and peel as some people have posted about on here.
The orb also tends to leave a slight ring on the case despite my fairly fastidious cleaning of the orb. The ring seems to be less prominent on the gray case than on my black Nexus 7 2013. I'm able to wipe the residue off of my case with a microfiber cloth fairly easily. The new Nexus charging pick seems to leave no residue on the great bumper. I hope that helps.
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Yea i clean my black case with a microfiber cloth and a dap of water. Just figured a light case wouldn't show the ring. Guess ill stick with the black. No flaking or peeling. Just hate the daily cleanings
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Really?! Stained from what? Dyes from clothes?
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Yep.
I assume mine was stained from my suit pockets.
Having checked more carefully, my gray case has started to discolor as well, I can see bluish darkening at the corners
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Having checked more carefully, my gray case has started to discolor as well, I can see bluish darkening at the corners
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Google will give you a warranty refund without having to send it in.
Can this be bought in stores yet?
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floepie said:
Can this be bought in stores yet?
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Nope. EBay and play store
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You're better off buying the cruzerlite case for the nexus 5 for 12 bucks. Googles bumper case is worthless.
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GHOSTIVVI said:
You're better off buying the cruzerlite case for the nexus 5 for 12 bucks. Googles bumper case is worthless.
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Untrue... Black one is nice
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Untrue... Black one is nice
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Sorry but this case just dont worth the money. This case is actually the biggest Fail of LG/google, the Nexus 5 its so good... And they Done that with the oficial case. For me, Diztronic case is the best.
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I really like the feel of the Nexus when it's naked but I want at least some minimal amount of protection. I own a Spigen slim fit case but the sharp corners really bother me, and a Neo Hybrid but I feel it's just a little too bulky for my liking. I was wondering if anyone out there has a ghost armor skin applied on their Nexus and how it's holding up?
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I cant speak from experience but if you expect ghost armor to withstand falls, don't. You are essentially just wrapping the phone in plastic that will withstand scratches and chips. As long as you baby your phone you should be fine. Hope this helps
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coolboy6332 said:
I cant speak from experience but if you expect ghost armor to withstand falls, don't. You are essentially just wrapping the phone in plastic that will withstand scratches and chips. As long as you baby your phone you should be fine. Hope this helps
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I hardly ever drop my phone but I wanna protect the back piece from scratches and whatnot, I haven't dropped my nexus at all yet! I know just wrapping it in plastic wouldn't protect it from a fall lol
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coolboy6332 said:
I cant speak from experience but if you expect ghost armor to withstand falls, don't. You are essentially just wrapping the phone in plastic that will withstand scratches and chips. As long as you baby your phone you should be fine. Hope this helps
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Agreed with your thoughts here as long as you baby your phone you should be fine........dat was really cool one... as wrapping it up in plastics wont protect it completely...
I have been using Ghost Armor for a while now, had it on my OG Evo and my Epic 4G Touch and it is a very nice skin. The recently "upgraded" their film and when I got the new film on my SII I was very impressed. It was extremely smooth and had almost no orange peel to it.
If you are going to get a skin for the front and the back I would try and get the "Matte" finish for the back of the N5. I had the clear front and matte back on my OG Evo and I loved how it looked and felt, the matte back feels better than the clear back does.
with the nexus logo on the back, i wouldn't cover it with these unless you know it has a cutout of some sort. especially using clear. it will bubble due to the air pocket of the logo.
want a skin? dbrand