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Hi, I'm new ad I have a question for hd'users:
Have you note stripping problems?
I ask this because some italian users have note this after 3-4 days. They say that there are some chromate points on their hd.
Thank you.
Bounced Paint on the Frame
Hey guys,
I read something about scratches and damaged paint on the metal-frame around the HD.
What do you know about that? Anybody here who has this problem?
[WARNING] they chip easily
So I've had my HD about a week now. I'll be the first to admit I've not used any pouch or protector but i've never needed to with any of my other phones.
I've been treating it with care, ie only thing in my pocket, not putting it in my bag or my car etc.
Just given the unit a quick once over and can see chips in the gloss black on the front in 3-4 places already.
Just thought I'd share. I don't mind my phones looking 'used' but if you like your phones to be flawless you're in for a challenge with the (assumed) cheap gloss coating.
stuff like this really gets my goat. you pay top dollar for a product and there shouldnt be issues like this.
Get something like invisible shield to protect the entire body.
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Get something like invisible shield to protect the entire body.
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thats my point, you shouldnt have to.
indup said:
thats my point, you shouldnt have to.
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The materials that they use are not good enough. Even iPhone, which is considered to have the best material using very strong glass from Russia, can be scratch. That's why even iPhone needs protection from scratch, although their paint do not seem to chip off.
Using the materials that they use for iPhone, I assume, would be more costly.
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The materials that they use are not good enough. Even iPhone, which is considered to have the best material using very strong glass from Russia, can be scratch. That's why even iPhone needs protection from scratch, although their paint do not seem to chip off.
Using the materials that they use for iPhone, I assume, would be more costly.
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No, but the plastic on the backs of the iPhone 3Gs get stress fractures without any drops or pressure on them.
I don't ever use a screen protector. I treat my screen like I do a high dollar pair of sunglasses. only use microfiber clothes on it and I always use a belt case holder. I recently bought a Golla side pouch and like it a lot on how it protects it from all angles.
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So I've had my HD about a week now. I'll be the first to admit I've not used any pouch or protector but i've never needed to with any of my other phones.
I've been treating it with care, ie only thing in my pocket, not putting it in my bag or my car etc.
Just given the unit a quick once over and can see chips in the gloss black on the front in 3-4 places already.
Just thought I'd share. I don't mind my phones looking 'used' but if you like your phones to be flawless you're in for a challenge with the (assumed) cheap gloss coating.
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me too, Ive had mine for 2 weeks though BUT don't have any chips, just one tiny scratch above the front speaker which I'm sure was me being drunk/careless ...
Good to hear that it is holding out good so far. However, I personally would still put on the protective shield, more as a precaution.
Can't hurt, can it?
If you use the stylus at all, I'd always use a screen protector. It's too easy to just one day trap a sharp particle between the stylus tip and the screen as you go to handwrite, and then scratch it up badly before you realise.
eaglesteve said:
The materials that they use are not good enough. Even iPhone, which is considered to have the best material using very strong glass from Russia, can be scratch. That's why even iPhone needs protection from scratch, although their paint do not seem to chip off.
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Well obviously glass can scratch and he's not suggesting his screen shouldnt scratch if its mistreated, theres a few ppl talking about the black area paint chipping, very reminiscent of the P3600i
HTC need to learn you cant promote a phone like this as a stylish new device and skimp out on essentials like this. My iphone 2G is a prime example of craftsmanship, I dont know how many times the back of it should be scratched and battered by now but it still looks damn good and quality.
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Just given the unit a quick once over and can see chips in the gloss black on the front in 3-4 places already.
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Any photos to see??
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=447898
On my HD TIM the paint is gone
paolonio said:
On my HD TIM the paint is gone
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Post some pictures!
Mine is still in perfect condition, not a scratch, so no reason the paint would come off either.
Of course, I don't drop it, bang it into walls, store it in a pocket along with my keys, throw it around, etc
Got it for a couple of weeks now
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Mine is still in perfect condition, not a scratch, so no reason the paint would come off either.
Of course, I don't drop it, bang it into walls, store it in a pocket along with my keys, throw it around, etc
Got it for a couple of weeks now
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Same here!
No need to create panic, so I'm gonna give the guys a chance to post some pictures before I close this thread.
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Post some pictures!
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Second that. You have to show that you even have a phone in the first place.
But seriously, let's see how bad the situation is.
Yep, check here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=448193
My paint is starting to come off.
Hey everyone. I read a couple forums and saw a few people wanted to know if the phone was scratch resistant. So, I did a test. Enjoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpGAW6L5x8U
Edit- Overly excessive test hardcore edition- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfqwKa4bT74
haha, ****ing awesome man.
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Hey everyone. I read a couple forums and saw a few people wanted to know if the phone was scratch resistant. So, I did a test. Enjoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpGAW6L5x8U
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So wait... absolutely no scratches? Trying not to be too cynical, but did you switch phones when you were wiping it down. I feel like I've been living in the stone age, Amazing!
a much needed test. thanks
wow hows that posible
Enjoy the new hardcore edition, first post is edited with link !
I had heard it was scratch proof...now we know
how do we know u dont have a screen protector on there?
lightforce said:
how do we know u dont have a screen protector on there?
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dude, seriously?????? even the iPhone is scratch proof, most newer high end phones are scratch proof like that.
The doubt starts! haha. My iphone 3gs was just as scratch resisitant...at least the screen was........ the back is another story. In my second vid you can see, no protector on the screen. Hope that clears it up. =)
didnt know that my wifes scratched the hell outta her cliq
Hitorii said:
Hey everyone. I read a couple forums and saw a few people wanted to know if the phone was scratch resistant. So, I did a test. Enjoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpGAW6L5x8U
Edit- Overly excessive test hardcore edition- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfqwKa4bT74
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your on drugs
mgorman said:
your on drugs
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hahaha, I do it for the Nexus people! =)
Wow thanks for the video, now i'm wondering if ordering a screen protector was a waste of money or not.
lightforce said:
didnt know that my wifes scratched the hell outta her cliq
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I think more phones are going towards the scratch proof screens, the Cliq might have not had it, but I believe the motorola Droid does. I think eventually most devices will have scratch proof screens.
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Wow thanks for the video, now i'm wondering if ordering a screen protector was a waste of money or not.
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i actually just ordered a full body armor from bestskinsever because i like the feel of it, and in case the phone is dropped. It would still be recommended to get a screen protector/invisible skin in case if it's dropped or anything like that
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i actually just ordered a full body armor from bestskinsever because i like the feel of it, and in case the phone is dropped. It would still be recommended to get a screen protector/invisible skin in case if it's dropped or anything like that
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Absolutely. I had an iPhone 3gs that I sold to get my Nexus One, it had a hairline scratch not from my pockets with keys and change, but from it being dropped one time. =)
man i am impress and gracious you actually made this video thanks
my friend dropped his iphone on concrete and it put a big scratch on the screen. A screen protector helps
So we have Gorilla glass?
Very slippery...how are you dealing with that?
u mean the phone itself? i haven t had any problem with the phone being slippery at all... i think it got a nice feel to it
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Very slippery...how are you dealing with that?
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put some double sided tape on the back and sides for grip.
jk. I got myself a BSE full body for $9 shipped to UK and now its a hulk. Grip all over and gives me piece of mind that I wont drop or get scuff marks all over! defo check them out! seriously no point buying the other skins mentioned as this does the job and feels/looks v nice!
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put some double sided tape on the back and sides for grip.
jk. I got myself a BSE full body for $9 shipped to UK and now its a hulk. Grip all over and gives me piece of mind that I wont drop or get scuff marks all over! defo check them out! seriously no point buying the other skins mentioned as this does the job and feels/looks v nice!
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Last thing i'd be worrying about is a scuff mark if i dropped the phone... Have you seen the pics of cracked screens??
m00moo said:
put some double sided tape on the back and sides for grip.
jk. I got myself a BSE full body for $9 shipped to UK and now its a hulk. Grip all over and gives me piece of mind that I wont drop or get scuff marks all over! defo check them out! seriously no point buying the other skins mentioned as this does the job and feels/looks v nice!
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Can you post a pic?
Grow some bigger manlier hands or put a rubbery case on it and be done with it.
I didn't really have any slipperiness problems, but I put a rubber case on it anyhow as I feel silly putting stickers all over it. (I am using a screen protector.) I care more that it is in good condition than that people see what kind of phone I have though.
The phone isn't slippery like soap. I think what he means is its pretty thin and easy to lose grip of it because of its shape if you dont hold it right. I had a fe close calls with it but haven't dropped it yet.
Oh I get it... I can reach the entire screen & trackball with my thumb the way I hold it though and didn't have any near drops or anything in the days before I put the cover on it. So as I said, grow some bigger hands!
It's not even close to being as slippery as the MyTouch/Ion/Magic.
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Very slippery...how are you dealing with that?
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I agree - some times the unit is soooo slippery. I suspect though, with the cold weather, my hands are fairly dry. Try putting some moisturiser (E45?) on & see if it makes any difference!
I think i'm gonna get a sillycone case
sd00 said:
I agree - some times the unit is soooo slippery. I suspect though, with the cold weather, my hands are fairly dry. Try putting some moisturiser (E45?) on & see if it makes any difference!
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LOL.........
Mate: Man, that's a nice phone!
Me: Yeah just got it the other day!
Mate: Can I have a little play to see what's its like?
Me: No problem, can you just rub some of this E45 in first?
Hella Slippery I just ordered a Silicone Case and Phanton Skinz screen gaurd... I need something on this phone it feels waayyyy too fragile and naked.
Pics of a cracked screen: http://picasaweb.google.com/pspr33/N1#
It should be back with me tomorrow or Monday. If anyone is wondering, HTC UK charge £78 to replace the screen (which includes labour and return postage).
Very slippery & almost dropped it a few times. I have a gel skin til Seidio cases are ready!
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Pics of a cracked screen: http://picasaweb.google.com/pspr33/N1#
It should be back with me tomorrow or Monday. If anyone is wondering, HTC UK charge £78 to replace the screen (which includes labour and return postage).
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hey where did you find that clock with the weather on it??
The only part for me is opening the backlid. The screen in front doesnt make it easy
elio said:
Very slippery...how are you dealing with that?
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I hold it the same way I would hold $560 in cash.
(tightly, securely and never leaves my sight)
Rnapole said:
hey where did you find that clock with the weather on it??
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Try beautiful widgets in the market....
If you can find the old version anywhere it even has the HTC - style flipclock...
My N1 felt too fragile until I got my case now I can have a bit more peace of mind.
I dropped my phone face down on a partially wet floor, like a shower room floor. The drop was not that high and i picked it up and wiped it as soon as possible, now some parts of the screen don't respond. And recently, the screen was detecting different touches, as my pattern passcode was going crazy. What might be causing this problem? The drop or the maybe water getting into the phone? Would a screen replacement fix this? Thanks =( please help
BUMP
HeyyMyNameIs said:
I dropped my phone face down on a partially wet floor, like a shower room floor. The drop was not that high and i picked it up and wiped it as soon as possible, now some parts of the screen don't respond. And recently, the screen was detecting different touches, as my pattern passcode was going crazy. What might be causing this problem? The drop or the maybe water getting into the phone? Would a screen replacement fix this? Thanks =( please help
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Drop damage.
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Drop damage.
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Thank you, i tried it out and a huge part of the screen is not responding properly, good thing i was able to remove my passcode. Would a screen replacement fix this? If so, do you recommend any trusted sites that sell these? Thank you very much
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Thank you, i tried it out and a huge part of the screen is not responding properly, good thing i was able to remove my passcode. Would a screen replacement fix this? If so, do you recommend any trusted sites that sell these? Thank you very much
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A high rated ebay seller would be good. and also nexus 4 is kinda water resistent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkqHSnr7OzY
Anyway i would say yes a screen replacement will fix it.
BTW be sure to press the thanks button
XDAcube said:
A high rated ebay seller would be good. and also nexus 4 is kinda water resistent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkqHSnr7OzY
Anyway i would say yes a screen replacement will fix it.
BTW be sure to press the thanks button
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Thank you =)
HeyyMyNameIs said:
Thank you =)
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XDAcube said:
A high rated ebay seller would be good. and also nexus 4 is kinda water resistent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkqHSnr7OzY
Anyway i would say yes a screen replacement will fix it.
BTW be sure to press the thanks button
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The nexus 4 is NOT "kinda water resistant". I made the "mistake" of putting it in my pocket on a hot day bike ride, and my own sweat managed to seep into the ringke case and then somewhere near the goddamn digitizer, making me a victim of the infamous dead zone on the bottom of the screen. I'm so pissed off at google and lg that my next phone is going to be waterproof, even if that means giving up on the master race.
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The nexus 4 is NOT "kinda water resistant". I made the "mistake" of putting it in my pocket on a hot day bike ride, and my own sweat managed to seep into the ringke case and then somewhere near the goddamn digitizer, making me a victim of the infamous dead zone on the bottom of the screen. I'm so pissed off at google and lg that my next phone is going to be waterproof, even if that means giving up on the master race.
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Your looking for waterproof and not water resistant.
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Your looking for waterproof and not water resistant.
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My point is that a phone I bought for almost 300 f***in euros should not be rendered useless by SWEAT. It was never dropped, never got into contact with water, and a summer bike ride was enough to kill it.
Flipz77 said:
My point is that a phone I bought for almost 300 f***in euros should not be rendered useless by SWEAT. It was never dropped, never got into contact with water, and a summer bike ride was enough to kill it.
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It must have been very wet then
Must've leaned against something while the phone was in my pocket but it broke without me knowing so the impact couldn't have been very much.
Cheap poor quality glass on the camera for it to break that easily without me knowing in my pocket during its first 12 hours of use.
For some reason I can't figure out how to embed an image so here is a link to the damage
https://imgur.com/a/3b0hPiY
I find that hard to believe. Cnet dropped the phone numerous times on concrete and the glass covering the camera was the *only* thing to survive.. You must have really hit it hard. Nonetheless I do feel bad for you. What are you going to do?
Please keep us posted.
Chotu88 said:
Must've leaned against something while the phone was in my pocket but it broke without me knowing so the impact couldn't have been very much.
Cheap poor quality glass on the camera for it to break that easily without me knowing in my pocket during its first 12 hours of use.
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Doesn't need to be a hard hit if it was a small point that hit the screen. Remember the pressure applied to the glass is a combination of the force and the size of the contact point.
Exactly. But I have ti admint I was also surprised by the CNET Video - phew.
For the OP, the Camera Glass is relatively easy to replace as part of the back.
All the drop test videos I see shows the camera being the last thing to break from extreme heights. Maybe something pointy struck it.
Swimguy14 said:
I find that hard to believe. Cnet dropped the phone numerous times on concrete and the glass covering the camera was the *only* thing to survive.. You must have really hit it hard. Nonetheless I do feel bad for you. What are you going to do?
Please keep us posted.
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Wasn't able to get it repaired as the Samsung stores didn't even have the phone launched when this happened.
I have to wait around with a broken camera glass until they have the spare parts to replace it.
But I will have to suck it up and pay 1 or 200 hundred bucks to repair it.
If you paid with credit card, check if your credit card has accidental damage protection
Rotten luck man. I feel for you. Quickly get it insured
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I find that hard to believe. Cnet dropped the phone numerous times on concrete and the glass covering the camera was the *only* thing to survive.. You must have really hit it hard. Nonetheless I do feel bad for you. What are you going to do?
Please keep us posted.
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I find it easy to believe. If you tap the camera housing with your fingernail, it sounds and feels incredibly flimsy, and you can even pick at the edge of the glass a little. I have concerns about the long term endurance..
In back pocket? It drives me crazy when I see phones in back pockets lol
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Swimguy14 said:
I find that hard to believe. Cnet dropped the phone numerous times on concrete and the glass covering the camera was the *only* thing to survive.. You must have really hit it hard. Nonetheless I do feel bad for you. What are you going to do?
Please keep us posted.
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johnwayne27 said:
In back pocket? It drives me crazy when I see phones in back pockets lol
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Front pocket. Must've leaned against something that punctured it twice without me knowing.
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I find it easy to believe. If you tap the camera housing with your fingernail, it sounds and feels incredibly flimsy, and you can even pick at the edge of the glass a little. I have concerns about the long term endurance..
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Only thing I can pick at the edge is the preinstalled screen protector.
Can we get a picture?
Smashed camera glass s 20 ultra
Hi all, I too have this same issue. I recently posted it on the galaxys20ultra subreddit.
Khyle94 said:
Hi all, I too have this same issue. I recently posted it on the galaxys20ultra subreddit.
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And how were you able to fix it?
The Samsung store doesn't even have replacement parts yet for over a week now so now my s20 ultra has dust in the lens and is causing black marks in pictures. Keeps getting worse and worse.
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Must've leaned against something while the phone was in my pocket but it broke without me knowing so the impact couldn't have been very much.
Cheap poor quality glass on the camera for it to break that easily without me knowing in my pocket during its first 12 hours of use.
For some reason I can't figure out how to embed an image so here is a link to the damage
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What did you end up doing? If you still have it, I'll buy it from you. List on eBay?
Oof that was painful to watch, Glad I put a skin on those camera lenses.
With a good case you are ready to go.
Bad luck man.
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Oof that was painful to watch, Glad I put a skin on those camera lenses.
With a good case you are ready to go.
Bad luck man.
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What's a skin gonna do? Make it look nice that's all.
I put a tempered glass screen protector on my lens and the case gives the lens protection also
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Only thing I can pick at the edge is the preinstalled screen protector.
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Are you saying there's a screen protector on the camera?
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What's a skin gonna do? Make it look nice that's all.
I put a tempered glass screen protector on my lens and the case gives the lens protection also
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Link for the glass protector for the lens? Thanks in advance