As the title says, does the white band around the phone or on the back get dirty?
Does it look like it will get dirty eventually?
How does your phone look and how long have you had it?
Thanks!!
Had mine 4 weeks and still spotless. (I don't use a case either)
specter491 said:
As the title says, does the white band around the phone or on the back get dirty?
Does it look like it will get dirty eventually?
How does your phone look and how long have you had it?
Thanks!!
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I'm still awaiting my phones arrival However, I have had white phones in the past and dust almost always collects around the edges of the screen protector/around the bezel of the phone and is really noticeable. I've always had a case on mine, but still. White things get dirty.
specter491 said:
As the title says, does the white band around the phone or on the back get dirty?
Does it look like it will get dirty eventually?
How does your phone look and how long have you had it?
Thanks!!
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Had mine for just under four weeks with no case and it's pristine.
The white plastic has not become dirty or discoloured at all and doesn't feel as though it will.
However, it's probably too soon to tell for sure.
Exactly what I've been wondering. I have read some phones have had a coating over the white plastic to prevent the yellow tint from forming. I hope the one has it
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specter491 said:
As the title says, does the white band around the phone or on the back get dirty?
Does it look like it will get dirty eventually?
How does your phone look and how long have you had it?
Thanks!!
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Don't all phones get dirty like the white Samsung S3.
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My white one picks up some smudges here and there, but we are not talking everything major. Nothing out of the ordinary.
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Ok so I thought this was just my 1st G2 that was showing this. It seems that the rubber tabs beneath the screens are leaving behind a yellowish stain on each side of the keyboard part of the phone. Look at the '@' key now look at the grey part to the left of it and check if you see any yellow stains. Same thing on the grey part to the right of the 'enter' key. On both my 1st G2 and now my 2nd G2 I noticed this.
I tried cleaning it but it doesn't come off. I tried alcohol too and still. Scared to try anything else because I don't want the paint or color to fade.
Now idk if removing the tabs from beneath the screens is a good idea but idk why this mark is happening.
Id take a pic of it but don't have a camera to do it.
Also I don't mean to add to the list of problems of this phone as I absolutely love this phone and wouldn't trade it for anything.
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Nothin on mine, maybe you just have dirty hands...
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its proven that this yellow mark will reduce the phones processor to 400 mhz. really.... its just a "yellowish" mark...
I actually have the same exact thing on mine. I thought it was just something random but I saw this post and I wonder otherwise.
Troll... it has nothing to do with my hands as my hands don't touch this part of the phone you idiot.
papeshfoo said:
Nothin on mine, maybe you just have dirty hands...
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Posted on my T-mobile G(spot)2 xD
Yeah I know what it is... I'm asking if I'm the only one that is all.
kidd657 said:
its proven that this yellow mark will reduce the phones processor to 400 mhz. really.... its just a "yellowish" mark...
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It's urine. The type of composite htc used for the g2's main body is susceptible to saturation from organic waste fluids. This is irreversible. Wash your hands more, or stop peeing on them.
That is my scientific diagnosis. Trust me, I'm a doctor.
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Troll... it has nothing to do with my hands as my hands don't touch this part of the phone you idiot.
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I'm a troll, but your clogging up the boards with usless posts?...I was just stating that maybe your hands were dirty. Nothing to get upset about Mr. Man...
I got the same mark on mine, its only on the left side though... and Im right handed just to stop the trolls.
Outbreak86 said:
I got the same mark on mine, its only on the left side though... and Im right handed just to stop the trolls.
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Interesting that multiple people have the same yellow mark on the phone. I have it too but thought nothing of it. Just that it was most likely gunk from my pocket. Its just odd for a lot of people to have the same mark in the same place. I have failed at trying to clean it off a few times now. Anyone successful clean it off.
Can someone post a picture of this yellowish mark?
You guys DID peel the protective plastic layer off of the keyboard panel, right?
I thoroughly looked over my phone and cant find what you are describing. I'm guessing I dont have this problem.
I think its part of the rubber adhesive under the screen
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I'm a troll, but your clogging up the boards with usless posts?...I was just stating that maybe your hands were dirty. Nothing to get upset about Mr. Man...
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Ok sir... I'm not clogging up anything. This is what the boards are for. I'm clearly posting up a problem I'm experiencing just like other users have. This is not useless as I am asking if anyone has successfully cleaned the marks
xD
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I think its part of the rubber adhesive under the screen
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It is because of the rubber. But I was thinking of covering it with tape. But what good is it if I can't clean what's already there?
xD
keenerb said:
Can someone post a picture of this yellowish mark?
You guys DID peel the protective plastic layer off of the keyboard panel, right?
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Yes I did first day. Same with the 2nd phone. This is happening because of the adhesive rubber on the back of the screen. Its the only thing that touched the keyboard half of the phone. The marks are left on the grey next to the @,.com,alt keys and on the right of the delete, enter, and right alt keys.
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I just noticed the same thing started appearing on my phone. I've had the phone since a few days before the official launch and the yellow spots just started showing up a day or two ago.
I haven't been able to clean them off, but I agree, it looks like it might be from the adhesive from the rubber pads. Alcohol didn't work to clean them off... I am fairly certain acetone or anything stronger will eat the paint off the phone.
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Can someone post a picture of this yellowish mark?
You guys DID peel the protective plastic layer off of the keyboard panel, right?
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Just noticed this,
Here is a pic. Oh and the yellowish stains are appearing in a spot where the plastic layer did not cover...
http://tinypic.com/r/2lstg75/7
The one on the left is hard to see in this lighting, but the one on the right is clearly visible
Edit: I just tried some diluted acetone and the stains did not come out. They are really in there good.
my phone has it too. but the right side stain is much more visible the the left. i hope its not anything coming up from the inside like a chemical leak or idk. it seems to be getting progressively darker
I just realized I have yellow marks on the side of the keyboard also. I just called tmobile, and since I was still in the remorse period, I'm having them send me another one. Great.
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I just realized I have yellow marks on the side of the keyboard also. I just called tmobile, and since I was still in the remorse period, I'm having them send me another one. Great.
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What good is getting a new one? Its going to stain again. They are all like this and whoever says they don't have it is either because they never use the keyboard or they are in denial.
My first g2 had it and my 2nd one has it. Even the test dummy in radioshack had it.
Had anyone figured out how to clean this???
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elracing21 said:
What good is getting a new one? Its going to stain again. They are all like this and whoever says they don't have it is either because they never use the keyboard or they are in denial.
My first g2 had it and my 2nd one has it. Even the test dummy in radioshack had it.
Had anyone figured out how to clean this???
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i don't have it but i don't use my keyboard though
Delete
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Tmogalaxys2 said:
Hey guus. I got my nexus 7 yesterday, rooted it, and flashed aokp. However, I've been noticing small white dots appearing on the screen. I'm able to scratch the off with my finger but they keep coming fast at a fast pace? Is this some kind of defect, or is it common? I know every device has at least one common problem.
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small white spots appearing on screen that you can scratch off with your finger?
is this a joke thread?
ok one of two things:
1.when you use google now.. say it dont spray it
2. stop using your nexy to watch uporn.
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small white spots appearing on screen that you can scratch off with your finger?
is this a joke thread?
ok one of two things:
1.when you use google now.. say it dont spray it
2. stop using your nexy to watch uporn.
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Dude its not spit, its like almost glass. I took one of and its sharp. But the screen doesn't look damaged
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Ok so called staples, brought it to them and they said it was a knon issue on nexus 7's and my screen has a defect. They gave me new one one the spot. So mods, can you please close this thread, its not needed anymore. Thanks!
Tmogalaxys2 said:
Ok so called staples, brought it to them and they said it was a knon issue on nexus 7's and my screen has a defect. They gave me new one one the spot. So mods, can you please close this thread, its not needed anymore. Thanks!
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matey really i didnt mean it:laugh: , just a little joke so its actually like shards coming off the screen? never read about it seems really weird ,. hope all goes well with the new one bruuu :good:
its the protective coating separating there was someone else having a similar issue but it was one big spot at the bottom of the screen where it was coming off.. Did you ever clean the screen with ammonia products like Windex .This can cause issues with the coating .Other people have commented on dots being on the glass itself as well..
So yes i have heard of this but it sounds like yours is the extreme of the condition..
glad you got it replaced
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its the protective coating separating there was someone else having a similar issue but it was one big spot at the bottom of the screen where it was coming off.. Did you ever clean the screen with ammonia products like Windex .This can cause issues with the coating .Other people have commented on dots being on the glass itself as well..
So yes i have heard of this but it sounds like yours is the extreme of the condition..
glad you got it replaced
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I don't really know. They just looked at the tab and asked for my warranty proof and just replaced it lol. No questions asked. I never cleaned with liquids just one micro fiber cloth. Its brand new so...
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matey really i didnt mean it:laugh: , just a little joke so its actually like shards coming off the screen? never read about it seems really weird ,. hope all goes well with the new one bruuu :good:
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No hard feelings
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Hello , I've had my Nexus 4 for about two weeks now. Tonight I was looking at an app that had a solid white background and I noticed in the upper right portion of my display a small anomaly. It's hard to see it directly in front of you. But if you look at it at an angle from the bottom ( I was laying in bed looking upwards towards the phone) you an kinda see it. It's almost like a line in the screen. Where you can almost see light behind it. It's about a 1/8 inch. It's brighter towards the screen but fades out more in the middle of the screen and doesn't go all the way across. Anyone know anything about this? If I have to send this back for warranty do I need to flash back to stock? Is Google like everyone else or are they cool with the flashing.. I would like to get this fixed. It's small but now I can really notice it... Anyone else got an opinion or thought?
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The rule is if you're not happy, get it exchanged. Mine has really barely visible lines on white screens, but I don't really notice it. But I still might give google a call...I have had it since November though...
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The rule is if you're not happy, get it exchanged. Mine has really barely visible lines on white screens, but I don't really notice it. But I still might give google a call...I have had it since November though...
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Called Google last night and ordered a replacement. Is it necessary to return everything to stock? Will they try to give me a hassle over warranty replacement with a custom rom? Yeah now that I've seen it it's driving me crazy lol...
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For some reason my screen has a bunch of little squares and lines when my screen is turned off. Seems a little odd but don't know if this is normal? Maybe just how the display is?
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jcnbama said:
Hello , I've had my Nexus 4 for about two weeks now. Tonight I was looking at an app that had a solid white background and I noticed in the upper right portion of my display a small anomaly. It's hard to see it directly in front of you. But if you look at it at an angle from the bottom ( I was laying in bed looking upwards towards the phone) you an kinda see it. It's almost like a line in the screen. Where you can almost see light behind it. It's about a 1/8 inch. It's brighter towards the screen but fades out more in the middle of the screen and doesn't go all the way across. Anyone know anything about this? If I have to send this back for warranty do I need to flash back to stock? Is Google like everyone else or are they cool with the flashing.. I would like to get this fixed. It's small but now I can really notice it... Anyone else got an opinion or thought?
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Had the same problem. Looked like a crack under the glass. Got a replacement that is much better. I reflashed Mine to stock before sending back though not sure if it's necessary.
DO reflash & relock bootloader.
The rule is if you're not happy, get it exchanged.
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The rule is if you're not happy, get it exchanged.
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Anybody else seen this guy in threads just repeating what someone else says?
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I just noticed when taking a picture with a beige background that I have a sort of smudge looking spot.
I cleaned of the lens area and visually it is spotless. There aren't any scratches either.
Is this a defect or does everyone else see this as well?
See the attached picture. The smudge is in the left.
I never noticed it before as it's faint enough to not show up against darker backgrounds.
I definately do not have something like that, so most likely faulty camera, the best way would be to exchange the phone.
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I just noticed when taking a picture with a beige background that I have a sort of smudge looking spot.
I cleaned of the lens area and visually it is spotless. There aren't any scratches either.
Is this a defect or does everyone else see this as well?
See the attached picture. The smudge is in the left.
I never noticed it before as it's faint enough to not show up against darker backgrounds.
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It just looks like they might of had a spec of dust or something go in when they put the phone together. I would take it back and ask for a replacement, if they argue saying they dont see it then complain. If not and they are being fuddy duddies, either do it yourself (if you know what you are doing) or water damage it and send it off for insurance (I know, I know, not a good thing to do) but... if they are incapable of being decent, then you have to do what you have to do.
Good luck. I love my photography, and that would get on my tits. lol
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It just looks like they might of had a spec of dust or something go in when they put the phone together. I would take it back and ask for a replacement, if they argue saying they dont see it then complain. If not and they are being fuddy duddies, either do it yourself (if you know what you are doing) or water damage it and send it off for insurance (I know, I know, not a good thing to do) but... if they are incapable of being decent, then you have to do what you have to do.
Good luck. I love my photography, and that would get on my tits. lol
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Guess I'll try and fight that battle in person this weekend then
Ugg. Thanks!
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Guess I'll try and fight that battle in person this weekend then
Ugg. Thanks!
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Ah it's all part of the fun. Good luck, and let me know how it goes
Iv got exactly the same issue with my camera. It looks identical to yours but I have it in the top left corner. Not sure if it's worth exchanging for a new one just because it might be branded and SIM locked this time.
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dagnammit said:
Iv got exactly the same issue with my camera. It looks identical to yours but I have it in the top left corner. Not sure if it's worth exchanging for a new one just because it might be branded and SIM locked this time.
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Well when I take a picture in portrait mode like yours is, they're actually pretty close in position. Mine appears more in the top center than yours does though.
The first picture was landscape.
A bit more than a coincidence?? Not the end of the world but I certainly don't expect that from a flag ship device. Think I'll wait until I get a scratch on the screen or something before I go for this exchange.
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I was curious about what a silver One might look like with black antenna bands, thinking maybe the black lines would add some detail to a very large silver surface. I find it not bad actually and I'm thinking of trying it out. Thoughts?
How would you do that I'm interested ?
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I was curious about what a silver One might look like with black antenna bands, thinking maybe the black lines would add some detail to a very large silver surface. I find it not bad actually and I'm thinking of trying it out. Thoughts?
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I've been thinking the same thing just didn't know yet how to do it. Looks great
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How would you do that I'm interested ?
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I've been thinking the same thing just didn't know yet how to do it. Looks great
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A really steady hand and a sharpie.
No. Really. Put painting tape on the edge of the band, and color inside the lines.
Looks ugly to me. Plus you probably won't be able to get that little ring around the camera effectively
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A really steady hand and a sharpie.
No. Really. Put painting tape on the edge of the band, and color inside the lines.
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Haha yeah that was my first thought the trouble with sharpie is that it has that kind of shiny texture to it that makes all the stroke lines visible... Still thinking of a good way
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ingenious247 said:
Looks ugly to me. Plus you probably won't be able to get that little ring around the camera effectively
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True, though I likely wouldn't do that part or the connecting vertical line.
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https://www.dipyourcar.com
I'm thinking maybe these pigment liners: http://www.staedtler.ca/pigment_liner_ca
I use them for drawing and they have a much less shiny and coarse appearance after drying than sharpie. I think it would be best to maintain the matte finish of the plastic bands right? Also even though it says sharpies are permanent, I've had it rub off but not the pigment liners.
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I would just be careful covering that small hole on the back. I'm not sure if it's there to release heat. or is some sort of sound/mic, but there could be some issues with covering it up.
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I would just be careful covering that small hole on the back. I'm not sure if it's there to release heat. or is some sort of sound/mic, but there could be some issues with covering it up.
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It's my understanding that the hole is the ambient sound mic for canceling out atmospheric noise when your on a call.
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It's my understanding that the hole is the ambient sound mic for canceling out atmospheric noise when your on a call.
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That's exactly what it is.
Black automotive pinstriping tape maybe?
Looks ok, but not a huge difference maker in my eyes.
Well instead of making them black I just made them silver instead. I think the back needs to be more unified rather than more complicated
For anyone interested, I used a silver sharpie and taped off the bands using electrical tape. DO NOT use masking tape! The edges bleed like crazy because the aluminum surface is not smooth. Electrical tape worked great though. Also if you mess up in any way, don't worry, our old friend the magic eraser takes everything back to normal (I had to do this after the tape issue haha)
I like it, looks a bit more unified to my eyes. I'll report back later about how it holds up after use. Thanks to everyone who commented by the way, that's part of the reason I went silver.
OT, kinda bummed that my iPod touch takes better low light pics than my ultrapurple One... Oh well, life's about compromise
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Well, I can already tell you that it holds up very poorly... Seems holding it removes the sharpie on the edges in a couple days (top band is OK, just the bottom where my hand is for now). this is what I was afraid of... I guess my search continues.
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If an iPod is taking better pictures you want to return your phone, your buying hardware as well as a beautiful looking phone you shouldn't compromise anything for the price your paying for the handset. If it's just the purple tint in low light pictures then fair enough it will be sorted with next software update. (hopefully).
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The white bands on my One have turned grey-ish by themselves after 5 months of use.
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