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What do you think everyone, Give us a rating from 1 to 5
5 that is pretty damn sweet. How did you do it
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i rate it a 5 cuz its AWSOME!!! btw i have a few scratches on the battery door cover. can i polish it too to hide the scratches?
What i done was use sand paper designed for metal Or wet and dry sandpaper would also do just fine. then just use a cloth and apply metal polish to it along with the grain of the metal. took me 30 minutes and the metal polish was under £5. And it got rid of all the scratches that were on it so its a good scratch remover too
It looks good. I did this on my HD2. The only problem is it becomes tarnished, scratched and rather unsightly in no time. I often wondered if some sort of lacquer may have been the answer.
i might think of doing this later. is the door more prone to scratches after the polish?
polish it thenput on a full body protector imo
I should probably consider doing this, it looks pretty sweet, and my battery door is currently covered in scratches, and the whatever the coating that goes over the aluminum is, is starting to peel off.
Although I'm likely going to get an extended battery from Seidio, so I'll probably hold off until then, since I'll be getting a new battery door with it.
Might try something like this too. My G2's battery door has the stock clear coat plastic flaking off. I've started to just peel all of it off so I can do something else to it.
i done it a week ago and its just fine no scratches at all, if im not sure the coating they put on the battery door is what scratches because once i had taken it off the scratches disappeared. its like a mirror if you put enough metal polish on it i notice people admiring themselves in the back of my phone when im texting
Should try clear plastidip to coat the polished door.
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Ya thats my biggest complaint. That film is peeling off my back cover also. If i could get that off i would be a happy camper! Not really looking to go to the hardware store to buy **** though. Would rather use some type of household product if that is even possible
I like it. You can use it to signal planes with if you are lost on a island.
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I like it. You can use it to signal planes with if you are lost on a island.
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+1 lolzz
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I remember when this was done a while back, it's still pretty cool. I scraped off my coating when it started peeling. Just use something like copper or a hard plastic so it doesn't scratch the metal. Not sure, but something like acetone should be able to soften the coating and remove it.
By the way - how in the hell did you remove the 'G2' on there? It's recessed just as much as the 'HTC' and I wouln't grind the plate down that much personally. So how did you do it?
EDIT: Took a second look and saw the 'with htc sense'. No wonder it doesn't say G2 lol.
GREAT i rate u 10 i love it
All together this cost less than £5 and a little elbow grease. I would of made a step by step guide or video if I knew anyone else wanted to do it. Because it's very simple to do.
Looks nice!
I customized mine using the laser cutter at my university. I lasered part of a maze that I generated using some algorithm we had to code as an assignment in the protective film (sadly, the laser isn't strong enough to really engrave the cover). It does have quite a few scratches after six months sadly. Maybe I'll buy a new one on ebay and make something else
Herjan said:
Looks nice!
I customized mine using the laser cutter at my university. I lasered part of a maze that I generated using some algorithm we had to code as an assignment in the protective film (sadly, the laser isn't strong enough to really engrave the cover). It does have quite a few scratches after six months sadly. Maybe I'll buy a new one on ebay and make something else
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Wow that's cool. How long did it.take to laser in the marks?
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I thought mine looked good but thats just gone and taken it to another level 10/10
Why has there not been a single decent case out for this phone? The protective cases are ugly, the fancy cases don't protect, the legit cases break... This is the gosh darn Google Nexus 4! Are people serious? I happen to be the owner of the White 16gb, and I'm starting to wish I didn't buy this phone because of the fact I can't protect it in any decent way. I'm scared for it whenever I go places with it, my screen already has 2 small scratches. You know that feeling you get when you want to punch an inanimate object in the face and your head just explodes trying to calm down about it? Yeah that happened, It's called discontinued for a reason. Is a nice white bumper so hard to ask for? Sure there's the poetic borderline, in great colors...other than white, or the Ringke Fusion, only available in black. Do they not realize the sought after white look on the Nexus 4 -or any phone for that matter- is very prominent in the community? One that doesn't break, or have some lame chinsy stand on the back of it? How about one that doesn't look like you bought it in a twelve pack at the flea market that you have to scrape the molded excess edge off with a razor blade.
Okay, gripe session over.
Seriously! I'd pay 50 bucks to the next guy who can make a Ringke Fusion in white!
People who own this phone either got lucky on an upgrade, or know their stuff. Where is our golden case? Where is our holy grail?
It's one of those moments where I wish I got into engineering and design so I could make a better version myself.
But wait, who is "they"? It's nobody, and this is just a cellular device, that will have a big brother or sister coming out in time. I look at it as part of history. This is the White Google Nexus 4, discontinued and rare, and I want a nice case for it.
With that being said...Can anybody recommend a decent white case for me? I've read, I've researched, I've bought, I've tried, and I'm bored. I stuck with my Google White Nexus Bumper, and will continue to until a nice case comes out. I'm not here to say I have all the qualifications to complain this much about something I quite frankly am not doing much to try and change. But is there anybody out there who owns the White Nexus 4, and feels this same way?
Furthermore, I sincerely hope Google creates a veteran program in the future with nifty benefits for the OG Nexus 4 Owners...just sayin =)
Ok...
but a lil research
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WHITE-CLEAR...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item56513a3e37
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A81H176/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1378011595&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A55Q2HA/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?qid=1378011595&sr=8-8&pi=AC_SX110_SY165
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B7QOXQI/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?qid=1378011720&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX110_SY165
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B4U5LU4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1378011796&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B0IA3CQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1378011840&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165
Go to select colour and choose white. There are a couple more around the web if you research correctly, these are the first few that managed to pop in my head. And a white fusion, sounds good but not happening. White cases are usually rare to find, especially a good one regardless of phone but yes the Nexus 4 doesn't have much accessories compared to the mainstream phones. White cases tend to look amazing but get dirty quick. As for scratches on your [email protected] Protectors.
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http://dx-box.com/google-nexus-4-fusion-premium-hybrid-soft-tpu-bumper-case.html
available in white....don´t know, if it´s orginal...!
Cream$ickleHJ said:
Ok...
but a lil research
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WHITE-CLEAR...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item56513a3e37
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For what its worth I got one of these cases and for some reason it lifts up the screen protector on my phone. I have an extreme guard screen protector
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Cream$ickleHJ said:
Ok...
but a lil research
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WHITE-CLEAR...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item56513a3e37
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I would not recommend this case. Picked it up for my white Nexus 4 and it discolored/yellowed pretty quickly... ended up tossing it in the trash. White cases for the N4 are definitely harder to find - really wish there was a Ringke Fusion in white... I may just pick up the Ringke Slim in white though.
Alright thanks everyone, I was hoping somebody would mention that white tpu with the clear back, I heard that it scratches up pretty easy and looks like poop after a while. Looks like I'm with the LG bumper for a little while :\ For anybody that's interested, I'm working on a modification to the silver plastic ring around the stock bumper, My plan to dremel away the part that drops down around the usb port, and glue the corners before the drop so that the part that stretches is the rubber around the port as opposed to...well now it's cracked ... the silver plastic, which is why it cracked in the first place. Will post with pics eventually if anybody is interested in seeing how it looks, it's a minor detail, but the cracked pieces keep getting stuck in my pocket when I take it out.
My white Nexus is paired with a Poetic Atmosphere case. The translucent body goes well with the whites and the grey silicon sort of merges with the blacks on the screen edges.
Pair it with a gadget shield full body guard and you have a winner. At least I do...
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Sand off the oleophobic coating then apply a couple of coats of enamel model paints. Time will tell how durable it is once it hardens but it seems to bond very well with the plastic back cover! Photo attached
is it just me or the case look uugly
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big_b0sss said:
is it just me or the case look uugly
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I can confirm that case is ugly. I'd much rather shell out $15 and buy a decent shell
B for effort, but reminds me of a bowling ball
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I don't think it's ugly. It's a really nice idea. But not for the faint of heart.
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I can confirm that case is ugly. I'd much rather shell out $15 and buy a decent shell
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I already have an official flip case ordered. suppose to arrive today. I was just curious so figured I'd give it a go and see how it looked. it does look like a bowling ball haha..
the pic doesn't really do it justice tbh.. suffice to say, if someone wants to change their moto colour I think they would get good results with proper prep and a decent spray paint.. this was mostly an experiment..
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I already have an official flip case ordered. suppose to arrive today. I was just curious so figured I'd give it a go and see how it looked. it does look like a bowling ball haha..
the pic doesn't really do it justice tbh.. suffice to say, if someone wants to change their moto colour I think they would get good results with proper prep and a decent spray paint.. this was mostly an experiment..
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Yeah, the idea definitely has potential, and kudos to you for having the guts to pull it off, but this isnt a diy job if you want perfecfion. You need proper equipent and training. Someone who's decent with an airbrush could do wonders with this thing. Luckily i know a guy.
Yeah. An evenly sanded, then evenly sprayed cover can look just as good, if not better, than the original I imagine. I do want to thank you for giving me that idea. I might actually try something like this in that beautiful metallic orange color I often see on newer Nissan vehicles.
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maybe the paint is not the one at very high quality
but the idea is good
btw this look not very good
danger2u said:
maybe the paint is not the one at very high quality
but the idea is good
btw this look not very good
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yea its not the best colour and finish. some plastics are more or less porous. Some will not 'take' paint well at all, so however well it is done, it will chip and peel. I was interested in seeing how well a properly keyed surface would take the paint. The Moto G back case seems to take the paint very well, with no need for a primer.
Issues:
The colours I had available weren't great, hence the strange green bowling ball look
The paint does not dry very hard (I don't have a heat lamp to fast dry it hard)
The finish isn't very even (brush as no space here to spray)
However:
If I had:
A heat lamp:
Space to spray
Time
You could easily get an extremely good finish and it would be tough and durable too. None of these items are expensive and anyone could do it, but you do need a good workspace or you will get dust sticking while drying etc etc..
Easier to buy a new back, but if you want a custom colour this is the only option..
nice work mate
i think this would have looked better with flat/matte paint instead of gloss. He's got the right idea though, this is a cheap easy way to customize your back cover:good:
Ugly, very ugly.
Not sure why you did it. Maybe drunk, on new years eve.
Hey, ever tried it on your car? Or your TV?
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No great aesthetics there but it's nice to creative....It might be horrendous but its unique.
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helppme said:
Sand off the oleophobic coating then apply a couple of coats of enamel model paints. Time will tell how durable it is once it hardens but it seems to bond very well with the plastic back cover! Photo attached
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Gawd it looks disgusting, but 10/10 for self customisation!!
Hope you haven't done the frame as well!!
it looks good, but I would like more than you were painting with airbrush not it? some graffiti or something.
I've once bought a airbrushed back door inspired by Keith Haring's timeless art for a Nokia 6150 and to be honest I'd like to have a custom back door like that for my Moto G. I enjoyed viewing your custom work and hope that others will follow.
nice job mate, I agree spray painting needs some time and is not as easy as it seems.
did it on my gnex 2-3 times
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1890515
Tried painting your TV remote? Coffee mug?
You could probably do both for £1.69.
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I agree it doesn't look that great, but that might also be from the fuzzy picture of it. But, really, stop tearing they guy down. He did something to his case that he wanted to do. It's his to do with what he wants. He was proud enough of it to show us on the forum, so please don't tear him down.
I did like the comment about the bowling ball though. Thought that was funny.
Is it possible to replace just the shiny metal painted bezel? my GF dropped my note and the bezel is pretty messed up right now.
I did the same, dropped mine on the road getting out of the car. I think but might be proved wrong that the only way is to buy the full outside case. Have looked on ebay but can't find a rose gold one only silver
toxic34 said:
I did the same, dropped mine on the road getting out of the car. I think but might be proved wrong that the only way is to buy the full outside case. Have looked on ebay but can't find a rose gold one only silver
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http://www.ebay.de/itm/291010168936?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
well this is theoreticly the frame but i don't know if its possible to seperate the Display from the old frame..
Gotta say, swapping out the bezel was way easier on the Note 1
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Is it possible to replace just the shiny metal painted bezel? my GF dropped my note and the bezel is pretty messed up right now.
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This gf of yours has crossed the line, she has no regard for your possessions, nor does she even care that the damage done to your beautiful precious smartphone has made it look hideous.
She must be punished and must now sacrifice one of her precious belongings so this incident can be put behind you and resolved..
Good luck
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Funny the same thing happened to me, I've thought about replacing the bezel as well but I learned to deal with it. In regards to your girlfriend dropping it........ She still alive?
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My fiance and I originally tried to order the black Note 4s, but we could only order white at the time.
My white one was available last Thursday and all went smoothly but Best Buy made a mess of her
order so we ended up with a black N4 from Verizon for her. We then came up with the idea to swap
covers and we like the results. Now we're looking for clear cases that will accommodate the mic
holes on the Verizon N4 while still allowing us to appreciate our simple, yet beautiful & most likely not original
(though original to us) works of art.
PS I've never had a female share my taste in phones so this is the first time I've actually able to do
this. It's been a very bonding experience. LOLS! And she did not make me type this part.
I like it!
I'm doing the same but with a white spigen case on Black GN4.
I'm personally considering buying a gold frame to replace the black one once they are available on eBay.
Would be black with gold trim, very nice in my opinion.
Thanks! And you have good taste!
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I like it!
I'm doing the same but with a white spigen case on Black GN4.
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We may end up going your route after all as I hate not having a case on it (at least at first). Still uncertain which cases work for the Verizon model though.
Someone else has your taste in style!
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I'm personally considering buying a gold frame to replace the black one once they are available on eBay.
Would be black with gold trim, very nice in my opinion.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ui6UfjOJ-IE
Exactly. Except this would cost ~$10 (we'll know once frames start getting sold on eBay).
yeah, I like white phone with black back!
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I'm personally considering buying a gold frame to replace the black one once they are available on eBay.
Would be black with gold trim, very nice in my opinion.
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The frame is replaceable? Seems like it would be a risky undergoing
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The frame is replaceable? Seems like it would be a risky undergoing
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It's actually super easy to replace! If you watch a Note 4 disassembly video, you'll see that the aluminum frame can be replaced simply by unscrewing the back and undoing the clips. If you'd like to do the same, all you have to do is get a small screw driver and a guitar pick (or plastic knife, or whatever will undo the side plastic clip).
Here's the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OReK7M_6zg0
This guy takes the whole thing apart, but you'll just need to watch up to 4:30 to see what I'm talking about.
This is also useful information for anyone who scratches their camera lens or dings up the frame and wants to replace it for resale or something.
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It's actually super easy to replace! If you watch a Note 4 disassembly video, you'll see that the aluminum frame can be replaced simply by unscrewing the back and undoing the clips. If you'd like to do the same, all you have to do is get a small screw driver and a guitar pick (or plastic knife, or whatever will undo the side plastic clip).
Here's the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OReK7M_6zg0
This guy takes the whole thing apart, but you'll just need to watch up to 4:30 to see what I'm talking about.
This is also useful information for anyone who scratches their camera lens or dings up the frame and wants to replace it for resale or something.
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Sweet
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Very cool. When I get my black one, I think that I'll buy a white cover!
holycow1 , did you ever do this?
holycow1 said:
It's actually super easy to replace! If you watch a Note 4 disassembly video, you'll see that the aluminum frame can be replaced simply by unscrewing the back and undoing the clips. If you'd like to do the same, all you have to do is get a small screw driver and a guitar pick (or plastic knife, or whatever will undo the side plastic clip).
Here's the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OReK7M_6zg0
This guy takes the whole thing apart, but you'll just need to watch up to 4:30 to see what I'm talking about.
This is also useful information for anyone who scratches their camera lens or dings up the frame and wants to replace it for resale or something.
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If so, how did it turn out?
Haven't done it yet- I can only find the part through authorized samsung part resellers at the moment and they are trying to charge $100 for it. I am waiting for the chinese manufacturers to sell straight from the factory ($10-15) on eBay. But it will be a direct replacement, super easy to do.
OIC
Good luck. Post pics after you do it please!
I think it's a nice couple idea, but the ocd side of me hates mismatched things
Yes, you"re absolutely right (about the couple idea for me) until....
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I think it's a nice couple idea, but the ocd side of me hates mismatched things
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.... it's time for me to sell mine on craigslist and get something else.
I've already told her I may be trying out the edge and we'll have to switch covers if and when I do so.
She's not very happy about it either, but she'll get over it.
Guys just a quick update for anyone interested in a gold frame. It looks like this one is compatible with the Verizon Note 4...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261701823333
I determined this by downloading the image with entire inside of the frame visible (flat, not the side angle view), and scaling it on screen to the size of my note 4. I then lined it up and it looks like it fits the Verizon mic holes. I believe its because they are the same as the international [N910F] holes. For $60, it's still a bit too much for me, but for some people that really want a black/gold or white/gold look and are willing to pay a little bit for it, it's definitely a great option! Also, it will keep you from scratching the frame that came with the phone for better resale value later.
I haven't seen one that's compatible with the T-Mobile/AT&T version's holes yet. Will keep you all updated.
I did the exact same thing today. I don't use cases and wanted a different look on my Note. Actually wanted just the black back with "Samsung" on it but I found none on Amazon that would let me use my Prime and I have need for instant gratification. So, I went with the black Verizon back on my Frost White Verizon Note. LOVE IT!
Thanks for posting this! I was really curious to see how it would like and it turns out it actually looks quite nice!