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So. Black or white?

Hey guys,
Not trolling here, as I'm betting this topic has been beaten to death 6 pages down the forum, but it still puzzles me greatly.
Black or white?
To my eye, black is more sleek and serious, white (silver) is more fancy. How are your experiences in terms of build quality of both? Is it true that black smudges with fingerprints easily, and how view-able are they? Scratch/chip wise, how do both phones behave?
Any honest opinion, I would kill for. Thanks for your time lads.

Think of it like a car. White cars you have a tough time see scratches, but you can tell when it's dirty quicker. Black is the opposite.

i started off determined i wanted black, as I've been using a white SGS3 and I hate the white look in general, but I went to the store to see what it was like in person and it was nothing like I imagined. The black is very matte and not a deep black like i expected. The white (actually silver) on the other hand looks much better in person IMHO.
All in all, you really need to see the product yourself to decide. My Best Buy had both on display for me to check out. As someone who enjoyed the iphone 5 in black, the htc one's black model does not resemble it much at all and ends up looking a little bit cheaper to me. I'm going to end up getting the silver model.

silver color is good...

the metal underneath both finishes is silver. if you nick the black finish you will see silver. if you nick the silver finish, you will see more silver. which situation is more noticeable?
personally i believe a) if you could somehow keep your phone from getting dinged, black looks cool (even if it is more of a charcoal gray and not exactly black) and b) putting a great-looking and -feeling phone in a case is a waste of good design unless you expect to drop your phone at some point and/or care about resale value. (and besides if you have a case on your phone, the case obscures much of the phone's original finish anyway.)
because i am a) pretty sure my phone will experience a little wear and tear and yet b) i would prefer to use it without a case, i am guessing silver will make me happier in the long run even if black seems slightly more appealing now. and i mean *slightly* : honestly , both look good.
oh and it's not clear if the developer edition will ever come in black. HTC is saying no for now. not sure what to expect later on though.

black one gonna give lots of residual + finger prints in future usage. U will notice it really much, but if you going to get the case doesn't matter, silver looks more stylish and appealing high end device in your hand.

I have the black One and I am very happy about it. Had it 10 days now and only one tiny noticeable scratch at the top edge. Very very small one and easily covered by a black marker.
I have to day, I don't regret getting the black at all, it's so cool and stylish IMHO. It does attract more fingerprints but wipe it wit.your cloth easily clean it, I was a bit worried but not anymore since I.actually got the phone.
Of course, I don't abuse my phone, but don't avoid using it, it's always naked in my.pocket alone.
Oh, the back is quite durable I dropped it from knee high and.it landed on the back on wood floor, not a single mark.

Silver, ive had black phones all my life, its time for a change
i have a black car too..

I went for Silver too, never been a big fan of black phones. Or white ones, for that matter! really like the brown Galaxy S3 my girlfriend uses, and my old Desire HD had a bit do a brownish tint to it. Only had my silver One for a couple of hours so far, but it's stunning - very happy with it and it frames the display nicely. one day when we have true edge-to-edge displays then black would look amazing, but until then I think I'd prefer a silver, grey or brown.

flip a coin, heads white, tails black... but honestly if you flip the coin you will realize what color you want while the coin is spinning in mid air.

HRodMusic said:
flip a coin, heads white, tails black... but honestly if you flip the coin you will realize what color you want while the coin is spinning in mid air.
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Or confuse yourself even more that's what happened to me when I was deciding... I took the black simply because another colleague in my company got a silver and I wanted to be different! It turns out to be a good choice.
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once you go black you can't go back.

insomnia said:
once you go black you can't go back.
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I actually had chance to go back, switch to a silver One while I was still in the first 7 days after received the phone feared it may chip. But I stayed because my normal usage will not worsen the casing,
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I would like to hear comments from people who saw both phones in person.

insomnia said:
once you go black you can't go back.
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Michael Jackson said it don't matter if you're black or white.
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Poll: HTC M8 Color

This thread is about your color preference of the new One M8. Drop a vote and post something if you'd like!

I'm torn between the Grey and Silver
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Gunmetal by far and not because that was the only choice from AT&T.

jonny68 said:
I'm torn between the Grey and Silver
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Same here. Just can't seem to decide between the two

I got both, one for me and one for the wife, then we argued over who wanted what colour, I got the grey?
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garymontague said:
Same here. Just can't seem to decide between the two
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Same. They're both really nice... Comes down to texture.
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I went for the gun metal. IMO its nicer.
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skoobee said:
I went for the gun metal. IMO its nicer.
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Yep I settled for that too.
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I'm still waiting for the Glacial Silver on ATT. I prefer the texture of the Silver and Gold ones to the Gunmetal.

I'm going for the Gunmetal, mainly because I want a change from my current silver M7.
I just hope its not more prone to scratches ):

I ordered Gold this time. Had Silver first. Majority of the people I've seen had Gunmetal. When red is released I'll get that one.
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Gunmetal gray for me. Gold would be nice but I think those will be in short order where I live so I´ll take the next best thing (or the best depending how its goint to look in real life).

I'll be getting the Gunmetal Grey one.
The silver M7 looked great, but only because the white plastic went great with it.
I think Gold looks gaudy on both the M7 and M8.

I had a silver m7. Gunmetal looks nice bit then again I might like the silver one. Gold is really not an option.

Gunmetal ❤
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color
gun metal

I have heard that the gunmetal grey color is much more slippery than the silver one. Can somebody confirm this?

kiezpirat80 said:
I have heard that the gunmetal grey color is much more slippery than the silver one. Can somebody confirm this?
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True.
Scratches easier too.

loving the gunmetal

i want the exact same shade of blue that the best buy m7 was. by god, that's my favorite color.

White vs. Black

Hey guys, I am struggling to decide on which color to import. I have traditionally always had black phones, but the white body in screenshots at least looks really good.
Are there any advantages/disadvantages to going white vs. black with the Z3c?

I've always had black phones too. I bought a used white moto x a couple months back. I love it more and more every day. I definitely getting the white z3c. The black one just looks boring.

I went for the white one. Have had several black phones and wanted a change. Would have done the red / orange model but the black bezel looks tacky to me.

I did white too. Should shoe fewer fingerprints than black.
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I went for Black - looks more professional. I like keeping my phones in cases anyway though

I went for black, never had a white phone, although I do have a niggling feeling perhaps I should have tried white, it does look good.

I ordered the white one. I changed it to the red one awhile later. I saw a video of the black one and it looks really classy to me so I changed my order to black :laugh:

I originally wanted the mandarin red, then saw some videos of the mint green and thought that would be really cool, but unfortunately, the green won't be available unlocked for some time yet. After hearing more testimonials about the red and how brilliant it was, I'm convinced it's the right choice. Basically, I wanted anything other than black and white because as safe, classy, and sleek as those choices are, I find them to be rather bland. If I had to choose though, I'd go with white, only because most of my devices have always been black and I wanted something different.

I had a Z1c in black for quite sometimes and bought my brother the Z1c in white and gotta say the white does looks really good. But currently can not really say much about the z3c as it is not available yet in Australia. The best way would have to go and look for yourself which one would suit your taste better. But i would say the white looks good on picture. The only that might be a concern that is the seal around the screen is white as well, just do not know would it be stain over time

Kev1000000 said:
Hey guys, I am struggling to decide on which color to import. I have traditionally always had black phones, but the white body in screenshots at least looks really good.
Are there any advantages/disadvantages to going white vs. black with the Z3c?
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TBH I don't get your question at all, since it's purely opinion based.
If there would be a technical difference based on the color, most people would get the color that had the technical upper hand.
You don't ask your friends either if you should have a blonde/brunette girlfriend/boyfriend, since it's all just based on taste.:angel:

You are absolutely right but you have to understand that we are all really excited about this phone and we just discuss all kinds of bul**** about it until the delivery agent rings the doorbell and leaves the white box in our hands...
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confused i am using the hox white, and looks really cool. Perhaps i might try the black this time, It will also match with my sony xb90ex earphones

I prefer black because I don't like how the sensor cutout, speaker, and camera lens standout on white.
If I could get black front and white back like my Dev moto x, that would be awesome. I guess I can still do that with a white skin for the back.

Dsteppa said:
TBH I don't get your question at all, since it's purely opinion based.
If there would be a technical difference based on the color, most people would get the color that had the technical upper hand.
You don't ask your friends either if you should have a blonde/brunette girlfriend/boyfriend, since it's all just based on taste.:angel:
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Not necessarily. White will show less fingerprints, but might discolor over time. There are a few objective traits each color exhibit, and since I feel torn between the two aesthetically, I wanted to discuss some objective reasons one color might benefit over the other.

Kev1000000 said:
Not necessarily. White will show less fingerprints, but might discolor over time. There are a few objective traits each color exhibit, and since I feel torn between the two aesthetically, I wanted to discuss some objective reasons one color might benefit over the other.
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The white is covered in glass on both sides so why would it discolor?
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sublimnl said:
The white is covered in glass on both sides so why would it discolor?
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I think the plastic edges might discolor.

mattdm said:
I think the plastic edges might discolor.
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it won`t.
At least it didn`t on my white Z.

I think another disadvantage of a white one would be the white front panel making the display appear darker, I think in sunny weather the white could actually "blind" you a little, making the screen a tad more difficult to read.

I've occasionally had overheating problems with sunlight coming in through a car window. White might be helpful.

Take green
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What Color Did You Buy?

Did you guys go Black Sapphire or Gold and why?

I went Gold, I couldn't get my mind off of it when I first heard of the release.
The way it shines and looks so high quality is what makes it so appealing.

I went with Gold as well...undoubtedly the most beautiful phone I have ever owned. I get giddy every time I look at it ☺☺
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i wanted the silver but not in stock so got gold i was a bit indecisive any way roll on 4 september 64gb to

went with Gold, in india they have not introduced other colors, just Silver and Gold, Even if other options were there, would have picked the gold hands down. So beautiful.

GOLD.
I have always had black color phones for the past 10+ years (iPhones, Galaxies, HTC, and on) with the last one being Note 4. I was hesitant going with gold color since I hate the iPhone 6 gold color (my wife has one).
But this one is aptly called "Platinum gold" and the way it shines/looks in various lighting conditions (daylight, CFL lights, fluorescent, inside/outside, dark, dusk and so on...) is STUNNING.
Looks different, elegant and beautiful at different places (depending on the light conditions).
Stores have it under only 1 light.. you may or may not like it... if you take the same phone under different lighting conditions, it may surprise you.
If you are debating: GO FOR IT. You won't be disappointed.

Gold .....is there even another color lol

I went for Gold, too. so gorgeous

I ate my pride and pay $35 for restocking fee.. but its all worth it. Platinum is such a killer.

I bought the black sapphire, I don't really like gold or the gold color...would have liked to have the silver but they didn't have any.
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Gold. Had gold edge, would prefer silver but it's not available on t-mobile yet :/
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I got the gold because it just pulls you in. Especially once you have it in your hands. Happy with my choice!
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I went with the black saphire. Was really wanting silver but i guess thats a overseas version? Best buy told me none of the 4 carriers had silver
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Had Silver Titanium in my mind when I went to store, but Gold Platinum is just a class apart. Came back with Gold.

Which color black or platinum?

Guys which color would you recommend. Both color has one advantage and one disadvantage like: Black color G6 is fingerprint magnet but front is more immersive with hidden black border. Platinum color has black thin border around screen. However back is less prone to smudges.
I wanna know how is the look and feel. Is there is any difference. I didn't find any topic related to color so made one:silly:

Honest9 said:
Guys which you color would you recommend. Both color has one advantage and one disadvantage like: Black color G6 is fingerprint magnet but front is more immersive with hidden black border. Platinum color has black thin border around screen. However back is less prone to smudges.
I wanna know how is the look and feel. Is there is any difference. I didn't find any topic related to color so made one:silly:
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I'm not sure you are going to get a conclusive answer here.
Personally I went for the Platinum. I don't use a case and thought the platinum/silver would hold up better over time, also all of my phones have been black so I thought I would have a change this time. I'm very happy with my decision, although I would say the black probably looks nicer when it's clean.
The only real way you are going to be able to make a decision though is by going to a store and looking at both.
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The paint on the aluminum on the black one also chips so have that in mind. I've had both colors. First a platinum and now a black one. It's hard to pick a favorite but black just "always works". Though the silver front can reflect light pretty nicely at times.

dannejanne said:
The paint on the aluminum on the black one also chips so have that in mind. I've had both colors. First a platinum and now a black one. It's hard to pick a favorite but black just "always works". Though the silver front can reflect light pretty nicely at times.
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Actually I am planning to use this phone without case. How is the grip? What do u mean by chips?
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nathdogg said:
I'm not sure you are going to get a conclusive answer here.
Personally I went for the Platinum. I don't use a case and thought the platinum/silver would hold up better over time, also all of my phones have been black so I thought I would have a change this time. I'm very happy with my decision, although I would say the black probably looks nicer when it's clean.
The only real way you are going to be able to make a decision though is by going to a store and looking at both.
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Unfortunately I don't have time to go to store. I will get this phone maybe tomorrow itself.
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Actually I am planning to use this phone without case. How is the grip? What do u mean by chips?
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The grip is just fine! Feels good in the hand. Though the back is a smudge magnet and feels greecy. Going to Dbrand mine.
The black paint on the aluminum will go off if you hit the sides of the aluminum. Making silver spots on the black paint. In a while it could get potentially ugly and look like wear and tear.
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dannejanne said:
The grip is just fine! Feels good in the hand. Though the back is a smudge magnet and feels greecy. Going to Dbrand mine.
The black paint on the aluminum will go off if you hit the sides of the aluminum. Making silver spots on the black paint. In a while it could get potentially ugly and look like wear and tear.
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Thanks! Platinum seems best bet. I won't be using skin or case.
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I think all manufacturer should add black front only. Other colors like white, silver or gold effect the viewing experience and looks bad. My HTC 10 topaz gold was having white front bezels with similar black borders around screen, so I added black color orzly tempered glass instead of white one to make it look black lol it works
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I was not a fan of the platinum until I saw it for real. I wanted it when I saw it but it turned out I could only get black anyway. I am glad I did. The all-black front looks better to me and I like the darker coating on the aluminum edge too. Of course the platinum back looks better and there is no coating on the aluminum to wear off. To me the decider there is which part of the phone I will be looking at 99% of the time. But for others the decider will be which part of the phone OTHER people will be looking at.
Ultimately I'd say you wouldn't regret either though so I wouldn't agonize over it too much.

I wanted white, but it turns out that the white one is gold/pinkish so I took a look at the grey and the black one... The grey "looks" cheaper than the black one imo, but that might not be important to you.
I really like white phones because I have sweaty hands and I leave a lot of smudges on black phones. You can't tell on white ones.
The main reason I went with the black is because there is a black border around the screen... its very obvious on the white and grey phones but on the black one its invisible! It would have annoyed the living hell out of me...
I'd suggest you go look at all 3 variants in person and decide there... I was really close to purchasing the girly white one online, hopefully i didn't.

Thanks! guys for all your input. I am really loving G6 community. Good phone, good people
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My wife & I each got a new G6. She went with platinum and I with black so we could easily tell whose phone was whose... And then she went out & got a "cute" (read obnoxious) case so it didn't matter anyway.

I am using titanium/silver variant, and its dam good
Hey buddy, its been a while i am using LG g6 silver, The problem u r talking about the border, i never notice it on a normal usage, I just notice when I read any article stating this issue and then my eyes intentionally focus on black border, Silver looks really classy and I recommend it.
But if u like black and the only reason it is a fingerprint magnet, then u can buy cover or dbrand cover for ur LG g6, which will look awesome on black lg g6. And anyways the drop test isn't so impressive as u must have seen on youtube. You won't keep your phone without cover anyway.
Honest9 said:
Guys which color would you recommend. Both color has one advantage and one disadvantage like: Black color G6 is fingerprint magnet but front is more immersive with hidden black border. Platinum color has black thin border around screen. However back is less prone to smudges.
I wanna know how is the look and feel. Is there is any difference. I didn't find any topic related to color so made one:silly:
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Double thought about the color here too...
I wanted to buy the platinum one at first, but the thing is that my carrier only have black one. So after a few articles and YouTube videos, it turns out black is also a good deal, in some segments maybe even better then platinum? I'll just have to take care of the back (skin or cover), right?

clearly a personal choice
I saw that video also, black is a finger print magnet, wanted platinum anyway, so that's what I got. Happy with it.
One thing additionally though, the question about 'how it feels', some say 'good size' etc, I agree, except one thing, this phone is slick as snot. Slickest damn phone I've ever had. You really want to use a deliberate grip, it will surprise with how slippery it can be.
Love it though, awesome phone

I too wanted a platinum, but was not in stock. Ended up getting the blue one with the black front, best of all worlds I'd say!

Black is always the best
Black LG G6 looks stunning... It is better to when compared to platinum
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djapeman said:
Double thought about the color here too...
I wanted to buy the platinum one at first, but the thing is that my carrier only have black one. So after a few articles and YouTube videos, it turns out black is also a good deal, in some segments maybe even better then platinum? I'll just have to take care of the back (skin or cover), right?
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Black LG G6 looks stunning... Go for black color.. you will love it

Yup, went for the black... It does look awesome!

Bought one of each, gave my wife the choice of which one she wanted. She chose the platinum. Now I'm kind of wishing I hadn't offered her the choice. The black looks like any other phone; the platinum looks rich and classy.

I’ve just ordered the black. Look forward to receiving it tomorrow
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