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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
Edit- Overly excessive test hardcore edition- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfqwKa4bT74
haha, ****ing awesome man.
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
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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.
True2TheGame said:
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
momohammed20 said:
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?
Thoughts?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnwwz0nyOno&feature=player_embedded
My thoughts are: turn the damn screens off so we can see any scratches easier...
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It is somewhat hard to see from the video if the screens were scratched however I am sure that what he did left its mark on both phones even though it may be fine scratches...
Why anyone would do a test like this using a knife to stab the phone is beyond me. Not really a accurate way of displaying a situation our beloved smartphones would be in. I do not for see my brand new Samsung Galaxy S3 being stabbed by a knife or cut ever!!!
hahahhaha no doubt eh?
I just can't even imagine doing that to my new phone once I get it.
I have the SGS I now (just over 2 years) and have never used a screen protector.
Im pretty careful with my phone.
This makes me a bit more secure with my objections to using a screen cover.
this guy is funny
sand or small pieces of stone scratch the gorilla glass.
Who the ?*#$ would go and cut his phone with a knife.....? Cmon i have seen better strarch tests^^....as about water resistant test, he just wants to have only one phone, so he is gonna test them untill one dies
stop comparing and start using it
bala_gamer said:
this guy is funny
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He is funny alright, especially when after doing the water test his iPhone 4S dies.
And then makes this video:
bit.ly/Kr97Ec
Crack up...
what a guy! That is hilarious though.....
Dont think I will be trying any of these tests!
This one is pretty hilarious actually!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIi5U3MFdLg&feature=related
Obvious, I know...
But this it the result of missing my jacket pocket and hitting the pavement. So sad - it was only one week old. Will be shipping to Samsung for repairs shortly. Everything works completely fine, it is just the glass that is shattered. Ho hum!
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If that is the result of missing your pocket and hitting the pavement, then I can surely say, go to hell Samsung.
Anyway, I feel sad for you.
Unlucky i guess
My 1.5 Year Old son has thrown my Galaxy s 2 and Note 2 on Marble floor like so many times and nothing....everything perfect.....just today he threw my Note 2 few hours back and not even a scratch....so sometimes you are just unlucky....
I am happy with build quality of samsung it might be plastic but it does not break easily..
amit14 said:
My 1.5 Year Old son has thrown my Galaxy s 2 and Note 2 on Marble floor like so many times and nothing....everything perfect.....just today he threw my Note 2 few hours back and not even a scratch....so sometimes you are just unlucky....
I am happy with build quality of samsung it might be plastic but it does not break easily..
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Exactly
@OP : i feel sorry mate. I sympathize with you mate..
bonganza said:
Obvious, I know...
But this it the result of missing my jacket pocket and hitting the pavement. So sad - it was only one week old. Will be shipping to Samsung for repairs shortly. Everything works completely fine, it is just the glass that is shattered. Ho hum!
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My sympathies mate. I did the same with mine. Ten days. You may want to talk to Samsung Services. I got my glass replaced for just over $100 (US), including shipping. It would normally have cost more than $300. They had an offer on the SIII, SIII and the old note. Somehow i managed to convince them.
Good luck
bonganza said:
Obvious, I know...
But this it the result of missing my jacket pocket and hitting the pavement. So sad - it was only one week old. Will be shipping to Samsung for repairs shortly. Everything works completely fine, it is just the glass that is shattered. Ho hum!
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Ouch, that picture makes me want to cry!
But, it is made of GLASS, so I don't see a reason to blame Samsung. You might as well blame the people that made the "pavement" so hard....
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Bendable screens will fix it
The plastic looks great! Only a slight scratch. Not the glass however...
MohJee said:
Bendable screens will fix it
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I know right, glass can't shatter is the screen would be bendable...
My note 2 is strong , i drop it a few time about the chest area and it didnt hurt my phone, i just use a cheap plastic case
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sorry. a beautiful jewel like this... reveals how drop test on youtube are even more irrelevant. its a matter of luckiness to me. mine fell from 73cm of the floor and nothing. had a silicon case when it fell it was like bouncing because I think it hit the floor vertically first.
next time get a flipcover i dont know if it protects screen when dropping or some kind of front protection. thats what i'd do.
I feel for you mate. Really do. Same happened with my galaxy s3, that made me move to the note 2.
I found a guy, who repaired the broken glass (i bought a new front glass, he peeled off the old broken one and replaced it with the new) and the phone looked OK, and worked fine, but it had touchscreen issues, missed inputs and it never was the same again. I put up with it for 2 months but I eventually had to change.
I hope you will have luck with samsung. They will make a full repair hopefully...
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Just one more reminder, why i'm paying the £10 insurance every month... a lot and i hate to pay it, but...
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amit14 said:
My 1.5 Year Old son has thrown my Galaxy s 2 and Note 2 on Marble floor like so many times and nothing....everything perfect.....just today he threw my Note 2 few hours back and not even a scratch....so sometimes you are just unlucky....
I am happy with build quality of samsung it might be plastic but it does not break easily..
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thank god m unmarried...mate i droped my s2 too several times n i got not even a single scratch on it....i think coz of the light weight samsung phones get less impact on the ground...
Gorilla Glass had some explaining to do.
That's pathetic. Make the screens out of plastic if that's the result of using glass.
I can't tell you how many iPhone's I've seen with smashed screens from a single drop. But at least Apple replaces their devices...
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My condolences. I've been very vocal before about the SGS3's glass. but my drop on Friday ended up looking like yours. In fact, I'm getting very mild but not unpleasant electrical shocks as I write this...
Note II tomorrow. In spite of almost acromegalic hands, I just might buy a case. Will definitely be buying insurance.
We live and learn. Sometimes.....
EP2008 said:
Gorilla Glass had some explaining to do.
That's pathetic. Make the screens out of plastic if that's the result of using glass.
I can't tell you how many iPhone's I've seen with smashed screens from a single drop. But at least Apple replaces their devices...
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Apple only replace for no cost if it's a manufacturing fault not an accident.
If it's an accident then yes they do replace but is with a refurbished phone.
Or if you pay a fee they replace but again with a refurbished one
Sent from my Samsung Note II.
This would happen with any phone. You dropped it on the corner and thats the weakest point due to it being the smallest are to spread the impact. Gorilla glass is scratch proof, not .... well ... this proof. Anyway try ringing Samsung and ask if there are any repair centres in your area. They can normally do it with-in a few days ( my Galaxy Nexus was done over night) just depends how fast they can get a screen.
I do feel for you :/
Tomo1971 said:
Apple only replace for no cost if it's a manufacturing fault not an accident.
If it's an accident then yes they do replace but is with a refurbished phone.
Or if you pay a fee they replace but again with a refurbished one
Sent from my Samsung Note II.
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FYI. I got an ipad 2 replaced because of a dent which affected the volume button. I dropped it. The ipad 2 was free and I didn't have a receipt because of that. A Day or two after visiting the Apple store, I received a new one.
My brother also had his smashed iPhone replaced at no charge.
Now, depending on who you get at the genius bar, they may talk you into getting the Apple care plan before replacing your device. Sometimes they don't.
Apple covers accidental damage (twice) with their plus plan, which is$100, and it looks like now they charge $50 service fee. Well worth it for 2 years of assurance.
http://www.apple.com/support/products/iphone.html
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People don't seem to realize that this is a $700 piece of equipment, I always take care of my laptop, camera, etc., you can't go dropping electronics and be surprised if they break.
Check out these drop test done from PhoneArena...Post is old.. But new to if you haven't seen this yet.
What baffles me about this new glass as it seems to scratch very easily though in my opinion, already have some little scuff up marks from being in my pocket.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Drop...er-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-vs-iPhone-5s_id48199
Nice
It's a good thing, too. Mine took a nasty spill and I just got some nicks on the front bezel. :good:
Though the iPhone 5S is not that bad still it'snote 3 we trust! Strong, beautiful, durable, functional, feature-packed, fun, more than a companion, affordable and above all, the hope to smart phone evolution especially the note series.
John723 said:
Though the iPhone 5S is not that bad still it'snote 3 we trust! Strong, beautiful, durable, functional, feature-packed, fun, more than a companion, affordable and above all, the hope to smart phone evolution especially the note series.
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IN NOTE WE TRUST......lol yes indeed...I believe its one of the top out there, The NOTE 3 is a Beast...I've had every note versions, And galaxy s2 and s3...I love Samsung :sly:
The 5S is laughable at best. "In Note we Trust".; I dropped mine corner first. Pretty nasty fall and was expecting a shattered screen but ended up with a bent bezel and that's it.
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wish777 said:
Check out these drop test done from PhoneArena...Post is old.. But new to if you haven't seen this yet.
What baffles me about this new glass as it seems to scratch very easily though in my opinion, already have some little scuff up marks from being in my pocket.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Drop...er-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-vs-iPhone-5s_id48199
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JMillzHasFaith said:
It's a good thing, too. Mine took a nasty spill and I just got some nicks on the front bezel. :good:
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John723 said:
Though the iPhone 5S is not that bad still it'snote 3 we trust! Strong, beautiful, durable, functional, feature-packed, fun, more than a companion, affordable and above all, the hope to smart phone evolution especially the note series.
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IN NOTE WE TRUST......lol yes indeed...I believe its one of the top out there, The NOTE 3 is a Beast...I've had every note versions, And galaxy s2 and s3...I love Samsung :sly:
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duhbanjopicker said:
The 5S is laughable at best. "In Note we Trust".; I dropped mine corner first. Pretty nasty fall and was expecting a shattered screen but ended up with a bent bezel and that's it.
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I have a note 3 too, but it just depends on luck i guess.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCX3qNtzGzI
this one cracked.
here is some other tests
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPkb9Pd0cmM (kinda stupid)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9d6yi2I7DOY (really nice, phone survived.)
wish777 said:
it seems to scratch very easily though in my opinion, already have some little scuff up marks from being in my pocket.
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and ......... the oleophobic coating wears off too.
I couldn't even think of using my $750 device without a screen protector. insane!
I got the 9H, it's like a second screen. I can take it off in two years and my flawless OE screen will command high $$$
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Check out these drop test done from PhoneArena...Post is old.. But new to if you haven't seen this yet.
What baffles me about this new glass as it seems to scratch very easily though in my opinion, already have some little scuff up marks from being in my pocket.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Drop...er-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-vs-iPhone-5s_id48199
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thanks for sharing. this is quite good actually.
Very impressive , poor iPhone still cant hang
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Hell yeah! Love my Note 3!
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Oh how the mighty have fallen. Seems like only yesterday, everyone blindly thought iPhone was the best thing since color screens. Now I think more and more people are realizing that premium materials do not always equal the highest durability. Note 3 FTW!!!!!
No I'm not happy to see you, it's just a Note 3 in my pocket....
I slipped in the snow and my note 3 went flying.Funny but it didn't break I thought for sure I'd have cracked screen,the back for scraps on it and the corner. But wow my heart stopped for a second
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and ......... the oleophobic coating wears off too.
I couldn't even think of using my $750 device without a screen protector. insane!
I got the 9H, it's like a second screen. I can take it off in two years and my flawless OE screen will command high $$$
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You know what..your exactly right.....So strange you say that..I Actually have a small section on my screen where it looks like a scuff mark..I took a magnifying glass and looked more closely and it looks like the coating is gone?? Wth lol...Called at&t and getting a replacement and ordered a tempered glass .3 thick one iff ebay..ordered 2 incase I mess it up..they were 15 a piece putting them my replacement phone soon as it arrives..
I'm glad that the phone is holding up pretty well in tests, but I'm still definitely not taking the risk of not having a case on it. My note 2 dropped from below pocket height onto asphalt for me, not even face first, and spiderwebbed completely, even taking away lots of touch sensitivity. Not risking that again!
Reminds me of the old yellow and black Nextel we used to dent the walls with to show how tough it was, One of the techs actually heaved it through 2 thickness of 5/8" sheet rock. The battery cover popped off and the battery fell out. But as John Cameron Swayze used to say, it kept on ticking.
Dropped mine one foot. Hairline crack. I am now a gorilla glass non-believer.
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They could say the freakin screen is made of highly reflective aircraft aluminum. Don't make a difference to me! I'm still putting a case and screen protector on it! I'm using the moshi visor xt. It was what the att store had the morning it came out. It's a nice screen protector but it itself scratches and scuffs. However when the screen is on you can't see any of them. I love my big HD display! Until the time comes that the screens are indestructible I will be protecting mine!
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They could say the freakin screen is made of highly reflective aircraft aluminum. Don't make a difference to me! I'm still putting a case and screen protector on it! I'm using the moshi visor xt. It was what the att store had the morning it came out. It's a nice screen protector but it itself scratches and scuffs. However when the screen is on you can't see any of them. I love my big HD display! Until the time comes that the screens are indestructible I will be protecting mine!
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I agree....Like I said above for some reason these screens scuff so easy it's almost like a coating comes off (happened to me) I ended up sending it back for another one and soon as it came I instantly threw on a Tempered Glass off ebay for 16 bucks....and put it on in a steamed room like they say...And sure enough its dust free..and the glass protector feels so smooth and no loss in touch responsiness even with spen, Good idea to grab a Tempered Glass protector...helps alot
I've broken both the Note 2 and Note 3! Guess I'm just unlucky.
Case comes in Saturday....slipped off my lap getting out of car and this happened.
OMG. T.T I'm sooooo sorry. Yeah, this is the exact reason I bought cases before getting my phone. I can relate to having to wait to get a case, as that's what happened with both my S3 and S6. Was paranoid AF that I'd drop the phone and damage it.
Got lucky that nothing happened before I got the cases, though in the case of my S6, the guy I bought it from included one, which he didn't mention that he'd include one, so that was a nice surprise when I got the phone. But, since then, I definitely made sure I was prepared so I'd have something Day 1 of getting my S8+.
Is there anything you can do about it or... do you just have to live with a broken back?
Thanks. I'm going to switch out the back glass this weekend hopefully. Can't do anything about the scuffs on the plastic, but better than nothing
True, true. Until then, just be careful that you don't cut yourself on the glass. Just curious, how high was the drop? Crazy that it cracked so easily. Then again... it IS glass...
Literally 2.5 feet. Im kinda dissapointed:/
I already have two cases and a screen protector, i pick up my phone tomorrow.
Sorry this happened to you
it was my own carelessness not paying attention and lack of getting a case in time... altho i honestly didnt think id recieve the phone on the 19th either.
That's why I was using my s5 outdoor till I get my spigen case :crying: I'm sorry for your loss :crying:
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it was my own carelessness not paying attention and lack of getting a case in time... altho i honestly didnt think id recieve the phone on the 19th either.
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Know how it feels my s7 Edge has a cracked back even with the uag case on it
how can one be this careless , ouch
Omg I want to cry for you, I know how this happened when I dropped my note 5 a few weeks after getting it! The phone doesn't feel the same after
The drops that hit the corners are often killers.
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Literally 2.5 feet. Im kinda dissapointed:/
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... That's not even waist height. :/ Expected a corner dent or whatnot on the metal frame, buttttt... didn't think the glass would break at such a low height.
Who you buy it through?
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That corner damage looks worse than any of the drop test videos.
https://youtu.be/ZsaFc59FY6w?t=125
mrkoven said:
how can one be this careless , ouch
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how can one be this rude, is the better question!
No need to pour salt in the wound with insults.
You put the phone on your lap in your car? You kind of deserve it. It's an expensive phone, you should have been way more careful with it, especially without a case.
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You put the phone on your lap in your car? You kind of deserve it. It's an expensive phone, you should have been way more careful with it, especially without a case.
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I've done this multiple times. It's not hard.
I had a few slips yesterday so have ordered a case that was delivered this morning!
I was going to leave it a few weeks but came to close to amazing it. I even left it I'm the house where I went out to do some . Even errands.
Running
Rule nunber 1. NEVER EVER EVER put a phone on your lap when in a car.
Im sorry that happen to your phone that sucks.
My wife drop her note 7 (second recall device) 10mins after walking out the store. Only crack the bad. I did a claim for it paid the $175 got a new one the next day and then 3 days later oh note 7 recalled again.
But me myself i like to have cases and screen protectors day one