Black S4 actually Black? - Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I am going to purchasing my Galaxy S4 GT-i9500 here in the next couple of days, hopefully today. I want to get the black one, however from a lot of the pictures I have seen of it, it actually looks more gray than black. Kinda like the note 2 did. If this is the case then I'll probably get the white s4. If anyone can confirm it is black and not gray at all that would be much appreciated.
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It has sort of a carbon fibre colour and texture to it. I certainly wouldn't call it black so if you want that you will be disappointed.
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I would suggest you to buy the white one. The backside of the black samsung galaxy s4 shines a bit silver.
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Pagnell said:
It has sort of a carbon fibre colour and texture to it. I certainly wouldn't call it black so if you want that you will be disappointed.
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Xaraxx said:
I would suggest you to buy the white one. The backside of the black samsung galaxy s4 shines a bit silver.
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Well that sucks. Why do they even call it black mist. What a lie. Alright. Well ill probably get white then. Thanks guys.
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Screen defect?

I just got galaxy s3 for t-mobile today and I just noticed like black streaks or dots on the screen when viewing a pure black background in a dark room with brightness on mid/low
Does anyone else have the same issue?
Thanks.
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I've read some stuff saying these black spots occur in all amoled displays. Apparently its one of the drawbacks of this tech.
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otariq said:
I've read some stuff saying these black spots occur in all amoled displays. Apparently its one of the drawbacks of this tech.
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Yup. It happens on my PS Vita as well.
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Got them here too
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It's normal just have to live with it or exchange and hope you get one with less of the black spots
"All this knowledge is giving me a major brainer!"
I have this too, once virgin mobile gets more in stock they're swapping it for a new one, hopefully its better!
I don't think I have any. I turned my brightness all the way up and put a black background on my phone and I don't see any. Is this rare for new phones and something that happens over time of using the device?
cgardnervt said:
I don't think I have any. I turned my brightness all the way up and put a black background on my phone and I don't see any. Is this rare for new phones and something that happens over time of using the device?
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No its not rare for phones with AMOLED screens. I dont think other displays do this, could be wrong
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browniegirl said:
No its not rare for phones with AMOLED screens. I dont think other displays do this, could be wrong
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So its either you have it or ya don't? Mine looks to have none right now.
cgardnervt said:
So its either you have it or ya don't? Mine looks to have none right now.
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Chances are you do but just cant see them. I know i only see mine while waiting for fb to load a photo.
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I found mine yesterday... I was kinda mad but realized I only saw it in a dark room with a black background so I feel better... I can't see it otherwise so ill live with it...
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Just go call Tmobile and tell them to send you a replacement.
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browniegirl said:
Chances are you do but just cant see them. I know i only see mine while waiting for fb to load a photo.
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Not even with FB pictures loading and what not with the brightness turned all the way up I see none. Maybe I just got lucky!
I got a huge one right where the camera is. It's only noticeable when in dark room black screen. It's about one cm. Called store said I'd have to wait to get it replaced cause they're out of them. Hopefully I get one with no or at least tiny ones :banghead:
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I have like three our four of them around 1mm in diameter, but like everybody said I only notice it at night or in a dark room with a black background. it's nothing that really bothers me because it's not just any black background but a specific one. I don't know what it is but I dont think it's much of an issue unless you're a perfectionist or have OCD. The only thing I care about is not having dead pixels. I had the vibrant before this for two years and the screen has no dead pixels or burning so I think Samsung can be trusted when it comes to the lifespan of the screens.
dardani89 said:
I have like three our four of them around 1mm in diameter, but like everybody said I only notice it at night or in a dark room with a black background. it's nothing that really bothers me because it's not just any black background but a specific one. I don't know what it is but I dont think it's much of an issue unless you're a perfectionist or have OCD. The only thing I care about is not having dead pixels. I had the vibrant before this for two years and the screen has no dead pixels or burning so I think Samsung can be trusted when it comes to the lifespan of the screens.
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dang!!! I'd definitely be *****ing about it to Sprint! Good thing you're not a perfectionist like some of us
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Fwiw Mine show up on black screens with brightness all the way down
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It's normal. That what they do. They have been numerous threads on this already
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White galaxy s3 w/ pebble blue battery cover! :-)

I just ordered a pebble blue battery cover for my white galaxy s3.
I think it's going to look really nice!
White front, silver bezel and a bluish gun metal looking back
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So what?
dasistsparta said:
So what?
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Lol
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Well I just got two soft bricks and borked data from trying to make wifi calling work on aokp lol.
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Pebble blue looks dated.
The other hand....no, blue is gross.
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I just made 100$ switching to gecko ..:thumbup:
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I just put pebble blue and marble white cases on my iPhone 4. It looks real nice now that I can't see the screen.
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So what?
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Upload pics when it comes through wanna see how it ends up
PulseMonkey said:
I just ordered a pebble blue battery cover for my white galaxy s3.
I think it's going to look really nice!
White front, silver bezel and a bluish gun metal looking back
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i would like to see it as well.
this is a good idea..trade with a friend. white for blue.
I used to do this with Mag Lite flashlights.
Jamin13 said:
I just put pebble blue and marble white cases on my iPhone 4. It looks real nice now that I can't see the screen.
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as if you cld see it b4 the case
I'll definitely post some pics when it arrives.
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There was a video on yt where some guys swapped battery covers between a blue and white s3. Someone created a thread a few days back.
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White getz dirty

Hey does the white version getz dirty....
Grey or white
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Only gets dirty if you're dirty.
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shook187 said:
Only gets dirty if you're dirty.
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Exactly lol. Never had a white Samsung phone get dirty.
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Had ink on my hands from a biro which "embedded" itself on my phone gadget cleaner kind of saved the day though
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Everything gets dirty eventually. Even the gray one gets dirty, you just don't see it. If you don't think you can be careful or clean with your phone then get the gray one. It's all about personal preference.
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I will be having a case and screen protector juat want to know if your sweat contributes!!!!
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White looks so much more stunning, as it does with the s3.
I had a white gs3 same plastic no discoloration since launch
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Shiny grey gets smudgy as all get out. I might go crazy and pop a white back cover on my grey. This this is fast and furious.
Will the white discolor after the phone getting hot with extended usage?
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halaletarian said:
Hey does the white version getz dirty....
Grey or white
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Its, does the white version GET dirty? So much fail in that so called question.
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My wife has the gs3 since launch and uses it a ton and it looks perfect still, brand new looking. Honestly she probably uses her phone way more than me and I am much more of a techie lol, so not sure how that works. I've been going back and forth about grey or white and I think I am leaning toward white... it definitely looks much more stylish, while the grey looks much more professional. I've always gone for the professional look, so I think it's time to go stylish......
sway40 said:
Its, does the white version GET dirty? So much fail in that so called question.
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Grammar Nazi fails at grammar.
Ya I am afraid if I were to get the white model it I'll get stained with the color of my jeans . But a case could work (hopefully not adding more bulk to the monstrous beast )
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slicingtaco said:
Ya I am afraid if I were to get the white model it I'll get stained with the color of my jeans . But a case could work (hopefully not adding more bulk to the monstrous beast )
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If your legs don't get stained the colour of your jeans it's highly unlikely your phone will!
EmergencyMedic said:
If your legs don't get stained the colour of your jeans it's highly unlikely your phone will!
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Only happens when I get a fresh new pair of jeans.
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If white ever does get dirty, just use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser and it will clean it right up.
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What y'all think about this case?

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=380637585557&index=3&nav=SEARCH&nid=16879738102 just ordered this today.
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I'd buy it but have a Samsung case on the way.
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Seeing how cheap that is, the transparent part will probably turn yellow really quick and look fugly.
optimummind said:
Seeing how cheap that is, the transparent part will probably turn yellow really quick and look fugly.
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Na it won't because I had a case like this before didn't turn yellow. And sometimes the cheap cases are the best ones.
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The greatshield s series tpu cases are really nice cases I have one for my EVO lte and I ordered one for my s4.
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S4 Case Suggestions

I'm reluctantly going to purchase the black model from AT&T for the memory. I'm looking for a solid white gel-like (TPU) case that covers the back. Suggestions?
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randun said:
I'm reluctantly going to purchase the black model from AT&T for the memory. I'm looking for a solid white gel-like (TPU) case that covers the back. Suggestions?
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I get my cases from cover case city on ebay. They might have that
randun said:
I'm reluctantly going to purchase the black model from AT&T for the memory. I'm looking for a solid white gel-like (TPU) case that covers the back. Suggestions?
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Look in the international galaxy s4 forum under accessories they have a bunch of suggestions along with pictures and sites to get them from.
Check this case out. http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/samsung/galaxy-s-iv
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I'm very happy with this case:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AX8M570/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It has a kickstand, feels great, and offers pretty good protection unless you're looking for an otterbox-like solution for people who constantly drop their phones!
The Samsung made protective cover + is an awesome case. If you Google it in the shopping thing you can get it cheaper than what Samsung sells it for. I have two of them for my white s4 a white one and a dark blue one.
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Thanks for all of the suggestions. Very helpful.
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randun said:
I'm reluctantly going to purchase the black model from AT&T for the memory. I'm looking for a solid white gel-like (TPU) case that covers the back. Suggestions?
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Spigen SGP has a spectacular case for the S 4. It's more rubber than gel-like but it covers the back and bezel, feels great and does a wonderful job.
http://www.spigen.com/galaxy-s4-case-neo-hybrid.html
Interchangeable colors if you get multiple, too! You can find them cheaper elsewhere but their site allows you to easier see the colors and material. Explains it all too.

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