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Waterproof Your Device

http://golden-shellback.com/
Has anyone here ever tried this out?

you would never be able to 100% waterproof it with the way mics and speakers works today
if you did it would be deaf and mute

Yeah that's what I was thinking but this combined with the invisibleSHIELD would make your device MUCH more protected.

Too good to be be true comes to mind.
I would test this coating on a cheap electrical device and see how it goes.
I could see the electronic parts such as the circuit boards, small parts, wiring, soldered joints, etc. being coated with a special waterproofing material before assembly which would protect them from moisture but waterproofing after the fact, I have my doubts

Rudegar said:
you would never be able to 100% waterproof it with the way mics and speakers works today
if you did it would be deaf and mute
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well, mics and speakers still work as long as there's a medium between the item and your ears/mouth
speaker-> that coating -> air -> your ears

looks nice but u have to send the phone to the company no? the vid said that

jor3l said:
looks nice but u have to send the phone to the company no? the vid said that
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Yeah which is why I'm gonna wait til I get a new device.

If you read the buy items coated & there guarantee & warranty it doesn't sound that good...

.HaVoC. said:
http://golden-shellback.com/
Has anyone here ever tried this out?
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They don't make it waterproof, but splash proof. So they're not claiming anything that's too good to be true.

flobin said:
They don't make it waterproof, but splash proof. So they're not claiming anything that's too good to be true.
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"Sid dropped his Blackberry into a Bucket of Water."
This is how their ad begins with a huge picture showing the above.
They also show another device half submerged in water.
They are representing their coating as more than just splashproof.
So, they are representing what in my opinion, is too good to be true.

I saw this on TV a while back, the Gadget Show I think it was anyway it worked perfectly, I think they did it with an iPod and a phone and then chucked them in water and they still worked fine.
I wonder what would happen if you coated yourself in it... :/

s.bounford said:
I saw this on TV a while back, the Gadget Show I think it was anyway it worked perfectly, I think they did it with an iPod and a phone and then chucked them in water and they still worked fine.
I wonder what would happen if you coated yourself in it... :/
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I don't trust what I see on TV most of the time, when it comes to demonstrations.
Now, if there was an independent laboratory that did tests on this product, that's another story.
If there were members here that were using the process, I would definitely listen to their feedback.
Maybe the company could ask for volunteers to test their product on, as "word of mouth" advertising may bring in alot of revenue. But I'm not raising my hand, just in case it doesn't work.

What is our warranty?:
Golden Shellback guarantees that the devices will be weatherproof for 30 days. The product will be replaced or repaired per our choice when exposed to moisture as outlined in the guarantee. A device that has been fully immersed in water will not be repaired or replaced.
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Haha that about sums it up doesnt it?
Weatherproof; They either use false advertising or dont have faith in their product.

Rudegar said:
you would never be able to 100% waterproof it with the way mics and speakers works today
if you did it would be deaf and mute
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How do you figure?
If you put your phone into a ziploc bag, wouldn't you still hear it ring?
Sure, it's quieter, because it takes more power to move plastic bags around than it does to move air around, but saying "deaf and mute" is a little pessimistic...

Seeing is believing. I won't believe until I see it with my eyes.

until then...
...there's a cheaper alternative...

agree - too good - but a bag works...
I'm using this http://www.ortlieb.com/_pdf_en/documentbag.pdf (smallest one) on my touch pro while kayaking.
No problem answering the phone or calling through the bag - and completely waterproof, without voiding any warranty.
Also it is practical to keep it around my neck in its cord - easy to find while checking gps and other software on it.
Not free as a used condom would be, but I think for my purpose it is more practical...
Regards,
Harald.

water proof headset?

Does anyone have suggestion for a water proof headset ?I need a good one for doing laps at the pool.
Thanks!

pink_lady03 said:
Does anyone have suggestion for a water proof headset ?I need a good one for doing laps at the pool.
Thanks!
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check out this ZAGGaquabuds...nice one with the sound and even water proof too....may be you find them better one...

Imossible

man i need to check that if they r real water proof head phone

As far as I know, just Amazon and DX have waterproof headset, have a good luck.:victory:

Monster iSports should be good 4U.

Brzina said:
Imossible
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Haha, okay:
http://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/sony-bottled-waterproof-w-walkman/
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Underwater photography

Has anyone done any underwater photography with their Note 3? If so, what case are you using? Links appreciated. I'll be going on vacation in Cancun soon, and would like to get something that's waterproof (submersible) and has been proven to be safe.
Thanks.

A Zip-Loc bag might be sufficient down to one meter. I have not tried it and I don't know how touch will be affected.
Frank

Frank Westlake said:
A Zip-Loc bag might be sufficient down to one meter. I have not tried it and I don't know how touch will be affected.
Frank
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Ya that's a bit too risky for my liking. There's bound to be something a bit more safe/secure/tested.
Found this -->http://www.amazon.com/DandyCase-Waterproof-Samsung-Galaxy-Motorola/dp/B00IPWL1XU/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1401982916&sr=1-8&keywords=note+3+waterproof
Wonder if anyone has tried something like this.

hd2Raz said:
Has anyone done any underwater photography with their Note 3? If so, what case are you using? Links appreciated. I'll be going on vacation in Cancun soon, and would like to get something that's waterproof (submersible) and has been proven to be safe.
Thanks.
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Red pepper case is the way to go. I got that one from eBay and is working perfectly. Just search in the accessories area on this forum and you will find the link, they have videos of people doing under water videos and pictures.
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parusia said:
Red pepper case is the way to go. I got that one from eBay and is working perfectly. Just search in the accessories area on this forum and you will find the link, they have videos of people doing under water videos and pictures.
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OK, I'm about to buy a red pepper case. Can someone please confirm that it indeed works under water. Like the touch screen works and you can use the phone.
I have a bag type waterproof case that is indeed waterproof, but the touchscreen goes crazy under water. Zooms by itself and does weird stuff.
Thanks.

Custom charging stand

My local college machine tool shop built this for me
https://goo.gl/photos/942qJr3qLCRqfiXg6

looks amazing! if they'd be willing to build another please shoot me a pm

Thats really nice. They should sell some on Amazon or ebay.

This plus any Iphone stand

dupajapona said:
This plus any Iphone stand
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Any Apple watch stand, plus a water bottle cap
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wat...vert-spigen-apple-iwatch-stand-to-lg-t3126467

firehawk said:
Any Apple watch stand, plus a water bottle cap
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wat...vert-spigen-apple-iwatch-stand-to-lg-t3126467
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Great tip - thank you. Images of mine attached. I may Plastidip the bottle cap just to make it look a little less hacky.

Is it worth replacing the screen or is there more wrong than screen

Is it worth replacing the screen or is there more wrong

Try a screen grabber. There are many.
Mine is http://www.temblast.com/adbgrab.htm

Renate said:
Try a screen grabber. There are many.
Mine is http://www.temblast.com/adbgrab.htm
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can use it now for the use I intended to use for timelapse of the nightsky but can is ee if there is more wrong than only the screen?

I have no idea what you are saying. If you are using adbgrab.exe post the PNG that it generates.
Code:
C:\>adbgrab test.png

Renate said:
I have no idea what you are saying. If you are using adbgrab.exe post the PNG that it generates.
Code:
C:\>adbgrab test.png
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Is this it? Line of text Version 2 RGBA 8888 720 x 1520

Looks clean. Your problem is with the display/display controller.
Let op drempels!

Renate said:
Looks clean. Your problem is with the display/display controller.
Let op drempels!
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Thanks for you reply, Helped me maybe gonna replace it soon

Try using Dex to verify the mobo is intact. Not 100% foolproof but it's a good start.
In the future put it in a good case like the Zizo Bolt.

blackhawk said:
Try using Dex to verify the mobo is intact. Not 100% foolproof but it's a good start.
In the future put it in a good case like the Zizo Bolt.
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Going to try it is not my phone thats why it has a bad case but it haf fallen in the car doorside panel

WayLAN_2022 said:
Going to try it is not my phone thats why it has a bad case but it haf fallen in the car doorside panel
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Yeah it's a heavy, corner hitting, face planting phone
The Bolt can be had for around $20.
The rear kickstand will probably break with use but that doesn't effect drop protection.
In 2.5 years they've sucked up some good hits onto concrete from 2-4 feet. Doesn't mar the frame rails, or attract dirt, grippy but easy to clean.