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[Q] Cracked MT4G screen, need some opinions.

Hey guys,
I'm new to the website, new to android but loving it so far.
I would really appreciate any opinions here. My girlfriend and I both bought our phones about a month ago. Mine has the tmobile extended warrenty (which is not something I would usually get, but it's a new phone plan and I can cancel so I said yes for now) hers does not. Well of course (I saw it coming) she dropped her phone and has a terrible crack down the screen.
I was wondering if anyone has an opinions on what I should do
Are there any good screen replacement sites anyone has tried that are trust worthy? Or would a better option be purchasing the screen myself and trying to install it (not sure how difficult something like this would be but wouldn't mind the challenge if it is a viable option)
Last thing I was thinking was just filing a lost phone claim for my phone and paying the deductible which is $130 dollars.
Anyway any help would be awesome, thanks.
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I used to work for HTC based here in Houston, TX.
We repaired and refurbished all HTC phones for ATT, Tmo and so on and so forth.
It's not easily done at home. Especially with phones that had touch screens.
Torque screwdrivers to get the right tightness, air compressors to clear dust from the screen and other tools needed to separate parts of the phone without damaging them.
In my opinion, and it's not a professional one,claim the lost and pay the 130.
It's easier than going through all the trouble.
And from the only site I came across, they sold digitizers/lcd for 99.99 I believe.
I don't remember the site though. I've already deleted the bookmark.
Hope this helps.

But if you claim a lost phone can't they find out that you're lying because they can see that your sim is still in that phone?

ArcticWolf91 said:
But if you claim a lost phone can't they find out that you're lying because they can see that your sim is still in that phone?
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You'd have to call Tmo and freeze your SIM, which means you'd need a new one.
You can talk yourself out of having to pay for a new sim card. (Trust me.)
They can even make a note of it and you can pick it up at a Tmo corporate retail store.
But you would have to take the new phone for yourself and the old one for your girl.
Just better played that way.

nguyendqh said:
You'd have to call Tmo and freeze your SIM, which means you'd need a new one.
You can talk yourself out of having to pay for a new sim card. (Trust me.)
They can even make a note of it and you can pick it up at a Tmo corporate retail store.
But you would have to take the new phone for yourself and the old one for your girl.
Just better played that way.
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and what if they freeze it based of the IMEI which isn't on your sim... then you would pay 130 for nothing...

You would need to really lose your phone. Asurion isn't dumb and they will prosecute for fraud. Just an fyi if you do start using the same phone again that was lost its gonna be bad.
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nguyendqh said:
I used to work for HTC based here in Houston, TX.
We repaired and refurbished all HTC phones for ATT, Tmo and so on and so forth.
It's not easily done at home. Especially with phones that had touch screens.
Torque screwdrivers to get the right tightness, air compressors to clear dust from the screen and other tools needed to separate parts of the phone without damaging them.
In my opinion, and it's not a professional one,claim the lost and pay the 130.
It's easier than going through all the trouble.
And from the only site I came across, they sold digitizers/lcd for 99.99 I believe.
I don't remember the site though. I've already deleted the bookmark.
Hope this helps.
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Thanks for the replys so far, how about sites like upicom.com
Has anyone had any experience with something similar?
I think that claiming my phone lost would be too risky.
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slhpss said:
and what if they freeze it based of the IMEI which isn't on your sim... then you would pay 130 for nothing...
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They can't freeze a phone, it doesn't belong to them. The SIM is a different story.
You're suggesting something that doesn't make sense.
But anyway. An opinion was asked for and I gave it.
Sorry if this is causing some drama.
Good luck.

nguyendqh said:
They can't freeze a phone, it doesn't belong to them. The SIM is a different story.
You're suggesting something that doesn't make sense.
But anyway. An opinion was asked for and I gave it.
Sorry if this is causing some drama.
Good luck.
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You aren't causing any drama
I would like it hear from as many people as possible, obviously the final decision is mine to make.
I had a couple iphones before this mytouch, caseless and had no problems bc I took care of it. She didnt make is past the third week...
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That sucks man.
I was just out at Upicom to look at some iphones for my wife.
The guy I talked to out there seemed really knowledgeable.
I'd say give them a try. Via their website it says they fix the MT4G LCD for 130.
Good luck.

IMHO
i would just call tmobile, tell them your phone fell and has a cracked screen.
use your warranty for your gf phone, and ship back the cracked one once you receive the replacement. No fraud, and your on the clear.

Don't do asurion. The deductible is 130 yes but they also have too approve your claim. And you have to pay an extra 50 if your claim gets processed
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You don't pay extra for the claim its 130 regardless
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hawaiian.monzta said:
Don't do asurion. The deductible is 130 yes but they also have too approve your claim. And you have to pay an extra 50 if your claim gets processed
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Huh? No you don't.

[Q] To keep or not to keep?

First and foremost I love my atrix for the most part..but the question is do I trust AT&T to make good on the HSUPA or do I return the phone this weekend before Im stuck in two years of possible down/upload hell in my area I typically get 500-1kdown and 90-200kup my thirty days expire this weekend so I guess its time to make a decision. Your opinions and thoughts are definitely welcome

Well I mean it is your phone and your experience, we can't really tell you if you should get it or not.
If you're happy with it, that's what matters; if you buy any ATT branded phone then you're going tto run into this (4G phones obviously)
I didnt mind for the upload and download speeds, I just didn't like the phone itself.
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I was more or less interested in others thoughts on rather or not they believe AT&T will eventually do right by their non-iphone users..because to be honest AT&T is already one of if not the most restrictive carrier now in addition to that they offering sub-par service

Its hard for me too. Im thinking of calling up ATT and seeing what they will do for compensation till they fix this issue. Not only is my upload bad but my download seems to get capped. If I run one speed test its good. The next right after are slow, around 300kbs down. Its horrible. Im kind of mad at them right now and I hope they fix this crap.

Inspire is a good choice. I sold my atrix on eBay already. A locked cellphone is a dead one.
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The phone does not get 4G speeds. It's false advertising if you ask me. I would return it until they fix this.

ljwnow said:
Inspire is a good choice. I sold my atrix on eBay already. A locked cellphone is a dead one.
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Why did you even purchase it? You knew this before you bought it LOL.

svengalis said:
Why did you even purchase it? You knew this before you bought it LOL.
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Sometimes returning a phone is not as easy as you think. Restocking fee or shipping and handling fees really hinders people. I'm still deciding whether I should keep the Atrix or not.
Keep or not Keep, that's the question.

Evo running on Verizon!!!!

Ok I'm about to have my HTC evo 4g flashed to run on Verizon the guy that does the job told me he'll flash a like stock custom Rom to the hand set and then change the meid from a crappie Verizon phone to the evo and it will be working on Verizon. Ok cool BUT... I'm a flash junkie I can't stop flashing roms on my incredible I wanna no if anyone can help after the evo is done can I still use custom roms on my evo. Please all help would be greatly appreciate sorry if this is the wrong spot to post this.
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Don't think its possible to run evo on verizon

As soon as Verizon finds out ur flashed to their network on a non vzw phone you will be booted and charged the price of the full 2 year contract, don't pay it and it goes to collections and on your credit, vzw doesn't like non carrier approved phones at all so good luck
We are legion, for we are many.

-EViL-KoNCEPTz- said:
As soon as Verizon finds out ur flashed to their network on a non vzw phone you will be booted and charged the price of the full 2 year contract, don't pay it and it goes to collections and on your credit, vzw doesn't like non carrier approved phones at all so good luck
We are legion, for we are many.
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Yep, exactly.
What are your reasons for running on verizon? You can always use the 00001 prl, which will let you talk/text/3g on verizon. As long as you dont use it a whole lot (about 50% per month) you shouldnt get caught from sprint.

It's going on prepaid $50 amonth unlimited so I'm not worried if they find out I already got my one incredible running on it for $50 so why not. Sprint blows were I live Verizon rules my area so its kinda worth it to me.
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666syco said:
It's going on prepaid $50 amonth unlimited so I'm not worried if they find out I already got my one incredible running on it for $50 so why not. Sprint blows were I live Verizon rules my area so its kinda worth it to me.
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But the prl runs off Verizon towers...
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666syco said:
It's going on prepaid $50 amonth unlimited so I'm not worried if they find out I already got my one incredible running on it for $50 so why not. Sprint blows were I live Verizon rules my area so its kinda worth it to me.
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Buy a Verizon phone get a GNex or a rezound verizon likes to bend ppl over and give it to em hard for using flashed phones I know 2 ppl who got hit with collections 2 months in and one person who actually tried to do it again after getting caught the first time and got taken to court and charged with fraud and big reds got big bucks to shove right up your a$$
We are legion, for we are many.

Ok I thought I was able to have my question answer but no I got a bunch momma boys screaming at me NO DON'T DO IT. LOOK I'M DOING LIKE IT OR NOT. CAN I FLASH ROMS OR WHAT.
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Prepare for a flame war for using cap lock. A simple search would of given ur answer... Yes and no. U can flash a rom but nothing will work except for calls i believe. Ur gonna have to edit the rom u want to flash to get data working.
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T.C.P said:
Prepare for a flame war for using cap lock. A simple search would of given ur answer... Yes and no. U can flash a rom but nothing will work except for calls i believe. Ur gonna have to edit the rom u want to flash to get data working.
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Nah, there ain't going to be any flame war...the dude is obviously an idiot!! Chances are that they're really not really putting him on Verizon but on Page Plus BUT he's too busy being a hot head about things! He thinks we're mommas boys or whatever, OK....don't come crying 2 months from now when they bust down your trailer and haul you and your meth making girlfriend to jail for fraud because you thought you were some sort of hardcore internet gangsta that couldn't listen to what people are trying to tell you...hahaha

Dude......evil offered you some sound advice. U don't have to take it......u also don't need to be a jerkoff. I don't believe he was telling you not to do it.....he was using real life examples of people who got caught and what happened to them. U should be pushing the thanks button on each of his posts as well as this one.

Ok my bad I'm fast to act like a ass. Im sorry I do understand that you guys are looking out and that is great sorry once again if I offended anyone and I take it in consideration on the info given
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It's really going to Verizon not page plus we have in my area Verizon, straight talk, net 10, and at&t. I only get services with Verizon that's why I asked. Sorry to of opened my mouth and disrespected you guys. Ya I'm a hot head but at that note my wife is not a meth head. Man look, pick on me not my family she was killed last year by a drunk driver that got away so the topic of my wife is very touchy. Sorry for being a noon and a asshole. Thank you guys for all your help in my problems.
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I don't get offended I'm just trying to warn u vzw likes to throw their weight around and hard and they have the money to do it they will show up to court with some lil dip**** Rep and then 3 attorneys a criminal, civil and idk what the other was probably a second civil cuz my boy got 2 yrs in jail for fraud and a 250,000$ fine for what vzw called wire fraud they basically conned a judge into buying that he was stealing service because he didn't buy a smartphone directly from them and was off contract even tho he was still paying them their rediculous rates, I can't stand vzw u pay through your nose, ass and eyes to be treated like a dog turd stuck on their shoe their customer service skills blow harder than a f5 tornado
We are legion, for we are many.

Thank you the more you tell me the more I'm ready to say never mind bad idea. I got 5 years in jail already couldn't see my kids going to the state cause Verizon is a pushy company.
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Ok thanks guys I agree I'm not doing it I gave the phone to my son to use as a tablet thanks for all the info and once again sorry for any disrespect you were more then helpful.
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I've done, bunch of people have done, and a bunch more will do it....
You actually bought a phone from verizon, you own both phones, chances of they getting you is 1 in one million.
People come out with the dogs not knowing exactly the rules of stealing/cloning/swapping.
If you swap esn/meid your phone become the donors phone bottom line that's what they will see.
if you wanna know how to do it, pm. I dont charge a penny, to whoever want to learn. this applys to
most phones.
If you search around you will see a tons of guides/how to on how to flash to cricket/metropcs/virgin and etc...
anyway people are using one's phone carrier on another.
Iphone or any gsm phone, they are exclusive for specific carriers. though people jailbreak or unlock to use
in another carrier.
they been doing this since mmmmm since mmmm?? well a very long time ...lol
I mean knowledge ahead, doing or not is totally up to you.
I can guarantee voice/text will work, now regarding data maybe, I've seem people with data and other not or struggling with 1x.
PS
everybody know that pulling the trigger can kill, however most people are not willing to do so. You decide your will.

Thanks for the helpful info, but i am going to flash my phone over to verizon anyway. I already bought the donor phone and paid for the month of service so there's no turning back now I'm having a few issues so so help would be excellent from the poster above. If you could shoot me a pm it would be much appreciated!

sweatmanpb said:
Thanks for the helpful info, but i am going to flash my phone over to verizon anyway. I already bought the donor phone and paid for the month of service so there's no turning back now I'm having a few issues so so help would be excellent from the poster above. If you could shoot me a pm it would be much appreciated!
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send a pm with your question...

amlavor said:
I've done, bunch of people have done, and a bunch more will do it....
You actually bought a phone from verizon, you own both phones, chances of they getting you is 1 in one million.
People come out with the dogs not knowing exactly the rules of stealing/cloning/swapping.
If you swap esn/meid your phone become the donors phone bottom line that's what they will see.
if you wanna know how to do it, pm. I dont charge a penny, to whoever want to learn. this applys to
most phones.
If you search around you will see a tons of guides/how to on how to flash to cricket/metropcs/virgin and etc...
anyway people are using one's phone carrier on another.
Iphone or any gsm phone, they are exclusive for specific carriers. though people jailbreak or unlock to use
in another carrier.
they been doing this since mmmmm since mmmm?? well a very long time ...lol
I mean knowledge ahead, doing or not is totally up to you.
I can guarantee voice/text will work, now regarding data maybe, I've seem people with data and other not or struggling with 1x.
PS
everybody know that pulling the trigger can kill, however most people are not willing to do so. You decide your will.
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Exactly, this is great support right here at its best not a put down as others.:thumbup:
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Bootloader Unlock and Moto Repair Check

I unlocked my bootloader and then went to:
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/home/
At the lower right under SERVICE & REPAIR
Click on :Submit for Repair
Entered my IEMI and got an err code of 100-99.
I did the same with my wife's 'M (stock) and was able to browse the whole trouble-shooting gamut.
So even though the unlock is unofficial the Droid is able phone home about it.
I wasn't sure. Anyone want to confirm this?
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I new it voided the Warranty , just did not think it would be registered remotely .

Yea I just checked mine n it said out of warranty...which its not even two months old... I may just give support a call sometime and play dumb asking the why...
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I think it's a root checker
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sloosecannon said:
I think it's a root checker
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Unlikely. Don't you think the privacy notification agreement, that you must click, can read your bootloader code?
Edit I see your point but both can be monitored.

I see that... as it has the root checker in the stock recovery... I know once upon a soak in my d4 days they needed my imei number to send another push after that every post he (matt the forum manager) pretty much knew I was rooted... never said it but kept asking if I was rooted...
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ezknives said:
I see that... as it has the root checker in the stock recovery... I know once upon a soak in my d4 days they needed my imei number to send another push after that every post he (matt the forum manager) pretty much knew I was rooted... never said it but kept asking if I was rooted...
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no, it is a root checker.
I called them shortly after I got my device (and rooting it, of course) - and they asked for my IEMI, and after I gave it to them, they said that the phone was rooted.

jco23 said:
no, it is a root checker.
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Yea... my quote didn't go through...
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Rooted and unlocked here but was able to log in and start the warranty process (I had to cancel out as I do not have an issue). Note: I pay the $6 or $7/month for warranty coverage through Verizon.

audiomixman said:
Rooted and unlocked here but was able to log in and start the warranty process (I had to cancel out as I do not have an issue). Note: I pay the $6 or $7/month for warranty coverage through Verizon.
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biggest scam ever = wireless warranties/insurance...

jco23 said:
biggest scam ever = wireless warranties/insurance...
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You are of course welcome to your opinion, but I've made out very well with such coverage over the years. I always buy used phones (coverage follows phone number and thus transfers) and the fees are a business expense and tax deductible.

audiomixman said:
You are of course welcome to your opinion, but I've made out very well with such coverage over the years. I always buy used phones (coverage follows phone number and thus transfers) and the fees are a business expense and tax deductible.
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glad they have worked out for you... but my understanding is that you pay $7/month, and if, for example, your phone is smashed/stolen, you'll get a replacement (most likely a refurb) for free. however, there is a $100 deductible.
so, let's just say, for example, that 12 months into your contract, you lose your phone and order a replacement. at this point, you would have spent $184 ($100 deductible + $7/month x 12).
comparatively, you could get a used one on ebay for about the same price (motorola still honors the warranty).
keep in mind that you'll be eligible to get a new phone at the discounted rate 22 months into a contract.
so, for me, given that losing/damaging a phone is a rarity, the numbers just to do not make sense (now watch me jinx myself and lose/damage my phone this weekend while at the beach).
essentially, all you are doing is taking a bet, and it's a losing bet in the long run....

jco23 said:
glad they have worked out for you... but my understanding is that you pay $7/month, and if, for example, your phone is smashed/stolen, you'll get a replacement (most likely a refurb) for free. however, there is a $100 deductible.
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I've never paid a deductible. It's been a while since I have needed the coverage, but I remember getting a brand new Droid 3 after my Droid 2 bricked.
keep in mind that you'll be eligible to get a new phone at the discounted rate 22 months into a contract.
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To me, that's the scam; the 2-year contract. I haven't been under contract with Verizon in years.
so, for me, given that losing/damaging a phone is a rarity, the numbers just to do not make sense (now watch me jinx myself and lose/damage my phone this weekend while at the beach).
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I truly hope not! But you also bring up a good point as I'm on and off my boat very frequently and dropping it in the water and/or me falling in (that's happened a few times) justifies the insurance for me.
essentially, all you are doing is taking a bet, and it's a losing bet in the long run....
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When it's a legit business expense it's not a big deal. $7/month compared to what it costs me to operate a small business every month is nothing. Payroll and rent are the big ones.
Have a good time at the beach!

audiomixman said:
I've never paid a deductible. It's been a while since I have needed the coverage, but I remember getting a brand new Droid 3 after my Droid 2 bricked.
To me, that's the scam; the 2-year contract. I haven't been under contract with Verizon in years.
I truly hope not! But you also bring up a good point as I'm on and off my boat very frequently and dropping it in the water and/or me falling in (that's happened a few times) justifies the insurance for me.
When it's a legit business expense it's not a big deal. $7/month compared to what it costs me to operate a small business every month is nothing. Payroll and rent are the big ones.
Have a good time at the beach!
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no disagreement on the 2-year contract scam - but that's the price we pay for discounted devices. hence the new programs currently being offered...

I have the warranty/insurance from Verizon as well... for simple issues I don't have to pay just mail my phone in when the replacement gets here... but if its an issue with say water damage, broken screen broken USB port stuff of that nature its a $100 deductible...
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ezknives said:
I have the warranty/insurance from Verizon as well... for simple issues I don't have to pay just mail my phone in when the replacement gets here... but if its an issue with say water damage, broken screen broken USB port stuff of that nature its a $100 deductible...
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right. for simple issues, they'll send you a free replacement even if you don't have the insurance.

Back on topic... I sent my sisters RAZR HD in that was at one point rooted to get service. They didnt seem to care.

Maybe good news for those who got a Moto X before MotoMaker?

So he could've just been giving me the brush off and telling me what I wanted to hear, but I did a Moto live chat to see if i could send my plain white Moto X in for some customization,

mickeyd1488 said:
So he could've just been giving me the brush off and telling me what I wanted to hear, but I did a Moto live chat to see if i could send my plain white Moto X in for some customization,
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I asked about swapping my 16gb for a 32gb and they said it's not possible unless I return it first. (then order a new phone)
I also chatted with Glenn - is he the only person working in live chat??:laugh:

Oh God, I hope this happens. I'm on Verizon, and wanted Moto Maker so much. But I really had to get a new phone because even after replacing the battery of my Droid X, the battery got bloated and overly hot. Yeah, it was possible to buy another replacement battery, but it was time to get a new phone anyways.
So if I'm reading OP correctly, it's not going to be an option yet, or even when Verizon gets Moto Maker, but Motorola may make it possible in the near future?

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Oh God, I hope this happens. I'm on Verizon, and wanted Moto Maker so much. But I really had to get a new phone because even after replacing the battery of my Droid X, the battery got bloated and overly hot. Yeah, it was possible to buy another replacement battery, but it was time to get a new phone anyways.
So if I'm reading OP correctly, it's not going to be an option yet, or even when Verizon gets Moto Maker, but Motorola may make it possible in the near future?
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That's what its sounds like from the guy I chatted with. He could just be saying it because he knows I want him to say there's a chance haha

mickeyd1488 said:
So he could've just been giving me the brush off and telling me what I wanted to hear, but I did a Moto live chat to see if i could send my plain white Moto X in for some customization,
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Dude, I've been in sales my entire life.
He told you what you wanted to hear. You gave him a leading question. He neither confirmed nor denied but you accepted it. Sales/customer service= mental chess.
So, he has no idea. At all. None. That's what his answer means to those who speak the code
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Yeah, this is just standard CS speak. I highly doubt it will happen.

By purchasing the item, you entered into a contact in which you agreed to what you purchased. They have no obligation to spend extra money on shipping and man hours to give you a free colored back plate. Would it be nice? yes. Will they do it? Doubtful.
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ar31791 said:
by purchasing the item, you entered into a contact in which you agreed to what you purchased. They have no obligation to spend extra money on shipping and man hours to give you a free colored back plate. Would it be nice? Yes. Will they do it? Doubtful.
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but they will try really hard to try and consider looking into it!

I was at a verizon store recently and the agent there (who admittedly may not know what he was talking about) was absolutely convinced that in the near future you would be able to mail in your moto x and have them modify it to get whatever customization you wanted OTHER than changing the memory, and went so far as to claim they would be providing prepaid envelopes to ship the phones in. I didn't even ask about this, he was just explaining how the phone customization will work for people who bought early or in stores.
Just thought I'd mention that here. Hopefully he'll be right.

I thought about buying a Moto X via moto maker at full price then just selling my current one on ebay, but I'd lose like $150 in the end, I'm not wanting to do that