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[Q] I'm screwed, dropped a friend's n7 on the 2nd day

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Seadra said:
He bought it yesterday , so I'm really ****ed. I talked to him on the phone and he was somewhat crying as he was hardly able to afford this after selling his laptop , as it's in India and it's really expensive in India. He didn't buy it from Google, so no RMA there.
I dropped it, sides got scratched :crying:. The scratches isn't on the back cover or the display. It's on the very sides (between the screen and the back) I don't know what that part is called, it's a glossy black which is rounded on the screen, may as well be a part of the screen.(I hope not)
I can I think afford 30-40$ max to get his tablet fixed, not more than that unfortunately. He bought it for 390$(Indian price).
Please Please, help a fellow member out I was about to root this thing for him so he can have some goodies but sooo unfortunate of this event. It's 12AM right now and I will be meeting him at 11AM tomorrow and I really don't want him to get much worried(not that he already is) and he is my best friend so that can ruin our friendship aswell :crying::crying::crying:
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Not sure how you're going to find that particular part for it, much less find it for 40 bucks or less, maybe buy him a fosman TPU case to cover up the markings.
Might be helpful if you posted a pic.

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You can't repair the screen like that.
Full replacement or none at all.
Either he forgives you which is going to be hard, under the circumstances you mentioned or you sell your Nexus 5 and buy him a new Nexus.
Then, take his old Nexus, sell it and buy another phone for yourself.

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Seadra said:
Thing is we both are students, if i try to sell my n5, my parents won't allow me to do that.
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Wow! Definitely sucks for both of you! Sometimes doing a favor for a friend will turn around and bite you on the ass! I'm not going to comment about if you end up having to sell your N5 to make it right and your parents have a problem with it. I think you know that you have to make it right, even if it means using a dumb phone for a while. Talk to your friend, see what he wants you to do, suck it up!

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Seadra said:
Yeah, I know. I'll try everything to make this right.
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Awesome! I feel for you! I've rooted a lot of devices for friends and family but I've been lucky so far!

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Seadra said:
hehe(smiling after like 12hrs), anyways this will be my last device. I won't ever bring someone's phone or tab or help them with their stuff. Will help them only when it's with them.
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You have to use your best judgement! I personally don't want to be buying anyone a new device unless maybe she is damn good looking and willing to show some gratitude! Otherwise....

Liquidpel

Hey guys I came across this website today and was wondering if anyone has applied this to any of their previous or current devices. This company States that they can water proof your phone completely inside and out.
http://www.liquipel.com
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FuMMoD said:
Hey guys I came across this website today and was wondering if anyone has applied this to any of their previous or current devices. This company States that they can water proof your phone completely inside and out.
http://www.liquipel.com
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I remember seeing SoldierKnowsBest doing that with his iPhone...
YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70RMWiavxj0
I was going to get this done, but I really can't afford to be without a phone for even a few days

Liskrig said:
I remember seeing SoldierKnowsBest doing that with his iPhone...
YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70RMWiavxj0
I was going to get this done, but I really can't afford to be without a phone for even a few days
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Ah yeah I actually saw that video yesterday. There really aren't many people with reviews out there though to get a good opinion. The product is almost too good to be true though.
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my buddy did this to his N5 and said it came out great. i never asked if he ended up testing it, but he's had no issues with it.

I read somewhere that the texture of items with this treatment feels somewhat different. I can't find the link the the source, but someone had mentioned that it felt grainy. Something like that is scary to me- anyone have any experience?

They accept no responsibility??? $60 buys you jack ****! For $60 I would expect some sort of warranty.

That would have been perfect for my Nexus 5 dog attacks!

mmmmBACON said:
That would have been perfect for my Nexus 5 dog attacks!
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Yeah! Cause your phone won't be completely submerged but it would have slobber on it. Are you considering getting it? I can't really justify the cost because I baby my phones and only have water damage one phone while was my tmobile sidekick 3.
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Lucke said:
my buddy did this to his N5 and said it came out great. i never asked if he ended up testing it, but he's had no issues with it.
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Can you get him to post a mini review on here or pass on his knowledge to this thread? Would love to hear how his device feels and how it's holding up.
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There's plenty of videos on YouTube about this. One of the more normal ones (meaning not from a known personality) is from some Asian guy who said it actually didn't work with his iPhone. Water sensor was red. But then his phone ended up fine. Something like that.

FuMMoD said:
Yeah! Cause your phone won't be completely submerged but it would have slobber on it. Are you considering getting it? I can't really justify the cost because I baby my phones and only have water damage one phone while was my tmobile sidekick 3.
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Na, I don't think I would get it. It looks pretty cool, but it's a little extreme for my needs. Neat concept though.

why can't Samsung find the problem with the note 7 fix it and bring back ad Note 7S?

Seriously as it's a great phone.

pego99 said:
Seriously as it's a great phone.
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Agree. Something very fishy herr.

Yeah and if one catches on fire shouldn't they all or at least someone on this forum. I left mine plugged in for hours to charge it just to see if it got hot or anything no heat what so ever

Before I give mine back I'm gonna see if smacking it around the battery area and pressure on it will cause it. I'll record it too.

jjayzx said:
Before I give mine back I'm gonna see if smacking it around the battery area and pressure on it will cause it. I'll record it too.
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Silly since Sammy says they can't find the problem. Don't ya think they tried that.
Just enjoy the best phone.

pego99 said:
Silly since Sammy says they can't find the problem. Don't ya think they tried that.
Just enjoy the best phone.
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Getting a new phone, so don't really care what happens to it.

jjayzx said:
Getting a new phone, so don't really care what happens to it.
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Blow it the **** up
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If they just decreased the battery capacity I think it would fix the problem. And I for one would still take a Note 7 with a 3400, 3300 or even 3200mAh battery. But alas I've pre-ordered a Pixel Xl already.

There ae vids out there that drop the Note7 from 1000 feet on to asphalt They pick up the phone and start using it.

It's possible it's just random defects and it could be any phone.

I think the reason they dropped the note 7 is a marketing issue. The model is tarnished so they are just cutting their losses.
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i know the best phone i ever had... if they fix the problems i could buy it

Anyone Regret Buying This?

As the title asks, anyone regret buying this phone? I will be ordering mine shortly, but I have seen a few issues, like aluminium coating peeling off, purple tint in camera photos, back glass part being awfully scratch prone etc., so got me thinking a bit. Who are already using it, does it feel like worth the most expensive Android phone on the market?

I've been nothing but pleased with it. I always keep my phones in a case. I was really happy with my Nexus 6P and this phone has been the next logical step from that. Haven't once been disappointed by it.

No regrets so far after 2 weeks. Normally I've been the type that goes back to iOS after I play with Android quite a bit, but in my opinion, Google has achieved the stability of iOS on this phone. The only thing I miss is iMessage but it's really not that huge of a deal.

I just don't like the size. When i go back and hold my Axon 7, it feels tiny in comparison!

Thanks guys. So 100% positive feedback then. The main two reasons I am considering this are the software experience and the camera, while former is the main thing. Just having a mental cancer using these Samsung phones for long term. I have been told Pixel has THE BEST Android experience so far, I just wanted to know whether that's true or not.
Thanks once again for commenting guys.

ithehappy said:
Thanks guys. So 100% positive feedback then. The main two reasons I am considering this are the software experience and the camera, while former is the main thing. Just having a mental cancer using these Samsung phones for long term. I have been told Pixel has THE BEST Android experience so far, I just wanted to know whether that's true or not.
Thanks once again for commenting guys.
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I had a DE Note 4 since they were released and loved that phone. I recently got the Pixel XL (128gb) and actually like it better than my Note which says a lot.

I do but i think my problems are more N related. Also the assistant can't do things Google Now can which makes no sense.
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jaredstein21 said:
I do but i think my problems are more N related. Also the assistant can't do things Google Now can which makes no sense.
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I'm curious as to what things work with Google Now but not with the Assistant.

Assistant can't read you your text messages is the biggest one for me. Can't start stopwatch or do lists in Keep. Just does one list. There might be more but that's what I can think of right now.
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jaredstein21 said:
I do but i think my problems are more N related. Also the assistant can't do things Google Now can which makes no sense.
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Agreed. I have no problem with the dimensions and while many knocked it, I'm finding myself indifferent to the design language of the Pixel.
The phone runs like a dream. Unfortunately in my experience, Assistant does not. It really should be able to do some of the more basic things but to hold me over I've been using IFTT to somewhat offset it's limited functionality.
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Also the Bluetooth problem with GM products drives me nuts. Google takes too long to fix things. I believe Apple would have fixed that already. If it's not fixed on this next update I'm going to try really hard to return it. Doubt they will since I'm past my 15 days. I almost returned it everyday. The phone is good just too many bugs. Some were there in the previews and were never fixed. Fix those couple things and this is the best phone IMO.
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ithehappy said:
Thanks guys. So 100% positive feedback then. The main two reasons I am considering this are the software experience and the camera, while former is the main thing. Just having a mental cancer using these Samsung phones for long term. I have been told Pixel has THE BEST Android experience so far, I just wanted to know whether that's true or not.
Thanks once again for commenting guys.
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I was at first a little put off by the camera. I had a note 7 for like a week before the Pixel (The nexus 6p was my daily driver until I got the note 7). I really liked the Note 7 as well. Specifically the camera. And the Pixel XL camera seemed worse at first... Then I opened the pictures on my desktop. The Pixel XL was noticeably better. The screen on the Note 7 just made them seem better due to the super high color saturation, The pixel screen is much more true and neutral. Didn't mention it earlier.
It is in fact the best Google software experience I've had to date.

A solid no. I have had is a week now and I like more each day.
ithehappy said:
As the title asks, anyone regret buying this phone? I will be ordering mine shortly, but I have seen a few issues, like aluminium coating peeling off, purple tint in camera photos, back glass part being awfully scratch prone etc., so got me thinking a bit. Who are already using it, does it feel like worth the most expensive Android phone on the market?
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Yeah about that screen, well I really wish that they calibrated in even more naturally. In the sRGB mode even the phones like OnePlus 3 defeats it, in grayscale accuracy I mean, that's the thing I don't like, its still a device which can't defeat other flagship phones like S7, iPhone 7 etc., it should have been calibrated better. I HATE over saturation of any sorts.
PS: Decision is made, buying it, just now need to decide which one. God these bezels!
Thanks a lot for all your inputs guys, appreciate it.

I'm torn. Should I get rid of my HTC 10 and a get a pixel XL?

Reuben_skelz92 said:
I'm torn. Should I get rid of my HTC 10 and a get a pixel XL?
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I wouldn't.. S820 is now fully unlocked in nougat and the Phone is a beast
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Xperia U Lover said:
I wouldn't.. S820 is now fully unlocked in nougat and the Phone is a beast
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True..but bigger screen and more up to date software on the XL

not at all..i do like my pixel jr a bit more than my xl

Reuben_skelz92 said:
True..but bigger screen and more up to date software on the XL
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Bugger screen yes, but not big enough considering bezels.. My opinion is that the htc 10 is more fun phone and if u r a flash junky u will be happier with the 10 cus there isnt really much u can play with on the pixel cus of its pure stock android.. Dunno what u want in a phone but the htc in terms of software will be like month or max two behind the pixel
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So I've had my XL for nearly a month, and the jury is still out. I have a Mazda, and pretty much every other time I get in the car the phone will not stay connected to the car (and the car never recognizes the phone even when the phone says it is connected). There is a solution when this happens: turn off Bluetooth, turn it back on and then manually connect to the car. Then everything is fine.
Then there is the stutter-ringing. When someone NOT on my contact list calls for the first time, the phone rings for nearly a second, then acts like a hangup, then rings again, etc. until T-Mobile times out and sends the caller to voicemail. The call log shows 4-5 unanswered calls from that caller, and when it is stuttering, it is impossible to get the timing right and answer the call. Once the caller is in the call log, though, it works fine literally every time after that. Delete the call from the log, and it starts with that caller again. Does not do this with any contact or anyone in the call log.
Finally there is the weird times when the phone decides to lock even though it is connected to a trusted device, or is in a trusted location. Like 1-3 mornings per week when the phone decides sometime over night to make me re-enter my PIN even though it is connected to my watch AND at home, both with trust relationships. The rest of the week? No problem, no lock, business as usual.
The phone is great, it is fast and mostly works as expected. But there are just enough quirks to be seriously annoying. Plus this is supposed to be a consumer phone - I was more willing to be out there on the edge with my Nexus devices, but if I gave this to my Mom I would be on endless support calls. And I paid a premium price so the expectation is much higher.

Pixel Growing Old?

Ok so I don't know if I should have this discussion here or not but here it is.
How many are tired of their pixel I have a XL and Pixel both are unlocked and on stock they was originally on pure Nexus and at first I loved this phone but here lately I hardly even use my phone when I had my note 5 I always used it but idk if it's because I am getting older or what but I think I'm going to sell my pixels and move on to another device . Anyone else getting a lack of interest in the pixel?

Agree, you're getting older.
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Dewaynelives said:
Ok so I don't know if I should have this discussion here or not but here it is.
How many are tired of their pixel I have a XL and Pixel both are unlocked and on stock they was originally on pure Nexus and at first I loved this phone but here lately I hardly even use my phone when I had my note 5 I always used it but idk if it's because I am getting older or what but I think I'm going to sell my pixels and move on to another device . Anyone else getting a lack of interest in the pixel?
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You probably should've researched your phone buying choice more

The beautiful thing about the Pixel is that everything just works. I have an S8+ and don't really use it because it's just not a smooth experience. I also just got a OnePlus 5, and it's not really a match either (worse display & camera).

Your Pixel is not growing old.... you are.
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I love EAS the only reason I don't use other devices as a daily but the poor Speakers/Audio output is a killer for me for now I can deal with it since I use an External DAC but it's not convenient I hope Google addresses audio for the next Pixel

bobby janow said:
Agree, you're getting older.
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beauty of being an adult.... how bout you try growing alil yourself instead of insulting?

Nitemare3219 said:
The beautiful thing about the Pixel is that everything just works. I have an S8+ and don't really use it because it's just not a smooth experience. I also just got a OnePlus 5, and it's not really a match either (worse display & camera).
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i agree man it is a great device software wise and the camera is just beautiful lol i have had just about every device since the g1 and im telling you the pixel is a peice of work i think the design is what makes it so blah tho

clone1008 said:
Your Pixel is not growing old.... you are.
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HHAHAH i bout choked on my false teeth thanks for that joke kiddo

Captain Hindsight said:
You probably should've researched your phone buying choice more
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i have had just bout every phone since the G1,Mytouches,NOTES,S Series Phones,LG GSeries And V Series i buy and cell phones daily i have had alot of phonese research is not my problem i research them extensively. its just the pixel has lost the wow factor for me not saying it sucks or insulting it cause it still is the most smoothest pfonw available

Dewaynelives said:
HHAHAH i bout choked on my false teeth thanks for that joke kiddo
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Lol... kiddo? I am probably older than you.
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i do not understant why people cant have a conversation without insults. i am in no way downing the pixel i am just wondering how many of you are tired of it or are over it since it has lost the newness.... I have had alot of phone and there are only a couple phones tht i think would never loose the beauty of the device if only there was a way to update them and that is th MYTOUCH Fender Edition it was a phoe that stood out design wise i just miss that. the pixel it is great software wise but design wise it just seems lacking after a 6 months .

clone1008 said:
Lol... kiddo? I am probably older than you.
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probably sonny..... why dont you be a good youngen and respect your elders ;/ lol im just messing with ya dude
hope ya have a good day

I have a Pixel and Huawei, if it's not the mobile network provider which only offers CDMA, I'll definitely use my Pixel daily...

Dewaynelives said:
beauty of being an adult.... how bout you try growing alil yourself instead of insulting?
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Have you any idea how ridiculous your op is? There was no insult I was just mirroring your mature thoughts about growing old. Leave it at that and buy another device. You're getting older and this device is just not for old folks.
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I think all you Pixel lovers are going to be in for a rude surprise when these start failing in large numbers like the Nexus 6P did. This phone is poorly engineered and runs way too hot internally. Unless Google has managed to reinvent the wheel high temperatures and electronic components have never been a good combination. The Pixel also has truly dreadful speakers. The 6P sounded so much better Google should really be ashamed. They're charging 300 dollars more for a device that runs much hotter than the 6P and which actually sounds worse than a garbage phone that my friend got for 30 dollars at the Cricket Store. I honestly think Pixel owners are in complete denial when it comes to this phone. Yeah the Pixel runs fast and smooth but the CPU gets so hot to achieve that performance that you'll probably have to buy a new Pixel every two years.

I have no problem with Pixel manufacturing or design, aside from the frame not being glued to the screen in the top right corner, which every Pixel device has, no idea why.
My problem with Pixel is that it is a dumb phone compared to something like Note or even Galaxy. All it does is browse the internet, that's it. It does browse very fast, but I could have gotten an iPhone if I wanted a fast dumb phone...

Not a bright OP really, stuttered to figure the English out anyway.
No, not tired of the phone, seven months old mine, and I love it. Best android phone I've ever owned, all I ever wanted was smooth android and Pixel is the first one fulfilling my need, so I'm gonna keep it for as long as I can unless I am really sold to the next iteration. Garbage UI like Samsung and LG's exists, making Pixel the so much better phone anyway.
Pardon the troll above mine, as always.

Lmao the fact people can't take a joke and differentiate between a joke and seriousness is sad.... my op was a serious question all of you who had to make a attempt at being funny ruined a real conversation. It's funny that's y'all was ok with being a prick till it got turned around on you. This is the internet so best not get offended over pettiness. I still stand by my op. It's sad you can't have a conversation these days without some smart as es who gotta ruin it for everyone.....
The pixel could have been alor better idc who you are but is my opinion you could have contributed to this post instead you had to try and be funny. As for the conversation it's still open is like to hear you thoughts

bobby janow said:
Have you any idea how ridiculous your op is? There was no insult I was just mirroring your mature thoughts about growing old. Leave it at that and buy another device. You're getting older and this device is just not for old folks.
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Not for old folks? I'm 76 and loving the rooting and romming of my Marlin. But now that I know it's not for old folks I guess I'll have to get rid of it and dig out the old Star-Tac.