Database Users

2.85 For a full body protector from http://www.stealthguards.com/

I am not affiliated in any way...
Just thought it was a good deal...
I just order'd mine. Payed 2.85 for shipping thats it.
http://www.stealthguards.com/
IF YOU WANT TO SEE A REVIEW : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlwepqVDSb0

awesome thanks, just bought one

i like that it coveres the entire face. give a review when you get it.

ordered two the other day. waiting for them to come

Great find.
Sent from my SCH-I500 using XDA App

Mylt1 said:
i like that it coveres the entire face. give a review when you get it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
For sure... i hope they are good...even if they arent... it was only 2.85 hahahaha

These are terrible. They are not properly cut. Avoid.

I got one a while ago (posted in turn Fascinate accessories forum about it). I'm only using the back part for extra grip so far. Yeah, they're not cut the greatest, but it's really not that hard to pull the apart, just might need a tweezers or something. Anyway, for the price, you can't go wrong.
Sent from my SCH-I500 using XDA App

It wasn't bad for 2.85, but like they said, the back only covers the actual back and not the sides. The front was cut great but there was a defect in my front screen and it has lines running down the whole right side of the screen. Other than that it's awesome.

I really like mine, for less than $3.00 you can't go wrong. Read the instructions before you install though.
Sent from my Voodoo'd Fascinate using XDA App

I bought the Extreme Guard ($5 shipped from Amazon) before seeing this. It works very well. My only complaint is that while it covers the sides/edges they could've done a little better getting the cut-out to get the entire surface (it covers about 98% of the back but there are small gaps on the corners where the phone curves). Overall it was a solid deal as well. I can't comment on the screen protector's quality as I already had another one on that I like and haven't felt like swapping it out yet.
I can't post links yet but you shouldn't have a problem searching for it on Amazon

Fishy...
Anybody else getting the StealthGuards website complaining that cookies are not enabled, and a little how-to guide on enabling them in Internet Explorer?
First of all, Cookies work for me on other websites JUST fine in both Chrome and Firefox. No problems. So it seems like the Stealth Guards website wants me to be using IE. ...Like I said, it feels fishy. Maybe it's just a glitch on the site for tonight.
Regardless, I'm updating my copy of MalwareBytes(.org) and running a scan. Call me paranoid. Whatever. Oh. and they have the price for the Fascinate screen protector listed as "free" right now too.
*edit* it could be just b/c I wasn't logged in yet that it wouldn't allow me to "add to cart" but every legitimate website I've gone to in the past few years has simply asked me to sign-up/sign-in after clicking add to cart.
I saw a couple other forums where people said that the website felt shady as well. I guess I'll stick with my Invisible Shield. It may have cost a lot more, but I've already used the warranty once, and I used it once or twice on my old Cowon S9 player as well.

Hmmm about those cookies
I actually did experience the exact cookie issue your referring too, however it cleared itself up when went to the website directly and did not use the provided link to the item.
The issue occurred in FFox, Chrome and IE8 which is why I got a little suspicious, but as I said as soon as went the web home as it were, the issue was resolved.

DarkAgent said:
These are terrible. They are not properly cut. Avoid.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
mine for my Fascinate was perfect, no different than the Zagg product bought two years ago for my LG enV Touch , which still looks new to this day

Have any of you received yours? I'm about to file a paypal claim. Over 2 weeks since I ordered.

I got mine. It took about a week and a half. It just comes in a regular envelope so make sure you don't throw it out with the junk mail.
Sent from my SCH-I500 using XDA App

redlinegts85 said:
Have any of you received yours? I'm about to file a paypal claim. Over 2 weeks since I ordered.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Dont do that bro.....they aren't fast..like mentioned it will come in a plain envelope, looks very much like generic junk mail....some people have tossed them I think without knowing it
Sent from my SCH-I500 using XDA App

Got mine...for 3 bucks i am impressed. Very similar to zagg.
Sent from my SCH-I500 using XDA App

Can you take these off and reapply or will that just mess them up?

Mine took around 2 weeks as well, as mentioned it will be in plain white envelope your "not to bad of a Zagg knockoffs" will be incognito appearing as junk mail. Although getting all the bubbles out on the battery cover is difficult (as other brands may be as well) I'm sure they will work out fine.
*side note*
Verizon sales new fascinate battery covers for about 5.00$ free shipping, I ordered 2 with government discount for 8.00 shipped. I'm coating one with spray on rubber insulation like used on grips for tools. To get a good no slip grip. 8.00 at Home Depot in a spray can in flat black.

SMASHED SCREEN!!! doh

Right, I got me s4 on release day in UK (well 27th noth 26th), all was good until tonight, I just got me s3 back from a mate today who put a new front glass on it (broke in my pocket a couple a months ago but was usable, cost me £12 for glass and £20 to get fitted)
Sat down on sofa tonight and heard a cracking noise, took my s4 outta me pocket and the bottom 3/4 of the screen was black. Samsung phones build quality is s****, don't get me wrong I'm the biggest Samsung fan there is, it's the only tv or phones in my house but to break in my pocket after 2 weeks. NOT ON.
The good news is I contacted O2 uk straight away and they have a new phone on the way since its insided the 28 days from purchase. You can guess I've ordered a few cases to protect it but if its gonna break with a bit of stress in your pocket no case will save it.
I know your bound to be thinking "this mad man must haved a screw driver or sum other sharp instrument in his pockets" but I don't, just my wallet and maybe a few loose coins.
Anyone else have any issues like me or am I the only one.
Cheers,
Glynn
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

Your lucky to get a replacement mate.... You must of bent the phone as you sat down.
Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk 2

maybe they should put a warning on it 'dont sit on your phone, you're fat it WILL break' lol

You should review the way you sit.

fade2green514 said:
maybe they should put a warning on it 'dont sit on your phone, you're fat it WILL break' lol
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
lol, yeah gonna have te shed a few pound way thed help of s health lol. Naw but seriously, if I didn't love me sammy gadgets so much I'd be sitting her with a working xperia z / htc one. Was gonna say iphone 5 but naw I wouldn't go that far.
Thank god it happened within the first 28 days, at least now I know how vulnerable it is to fat b**tards and can get the biggest rubberised case I can find. Sort of defeats the purpose of having a slim sleek phone but I don't wani be landed with a £2 or £300 bill to fix it the second time round
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

MaKTaiL said:
You should review the way you sit.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I know mate, I'm not trying to embarrass you or anything but I'm disabled after having had 2 failed spinal surgeries so I've gotta sit whatever way I can get down. I'm gonna try and remember to keep it out of my pockets when I can so not to break the fecker again
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

Tomo1971 said:
Your lucky to get a replacement mate.... You must of bent the phone as you sat down.
Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah tomo, as I said I'm glad it happened within the 28 days or I'd a been landed way a damn expensived paper weight
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

You are not the first one to mention your screen cracked simply from having the phone in your pocket. A few pages back you find this topic http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2260083
Note they mention it's the LCD itself that shattered, not the Gorilla Glass. At this point I could not buy an S4 without constantly worrying about my device. I will see what phones the late summer/fall will bring.

Too much surface glass on this device for a pocket. That 5" display and a small bezel is a fragile combination.

are you a leprechaun?

Your pants must b 2 tight
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app

don't put the phone in your back pocket
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 4 Beta

IMHO.

I'm one of the others who's LCD cracked while phone was in pocket, but three said they would charge me just to look at it, then charge me again as is physical damage and was fine for the first week!
I've now sent it back to Samsung, who have said they will charge me to fix it, still waiting on the quote!
So your very lucky O2 are shipping you a new phone.
As probably 80% of phone owners carry their phones in their pockets, it's very worrying that Samsung seem to have made a phone that can easily break if carried that way!
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using xda app-developers app

Quick update I phoned Samsung this morning was told their service center has informed them that my phone is fine! I guess they had a quick look saw the glass wasn't cracked and decided its fine without even turning it on or looking at it from different angles! I'll find out more on Monday when I the service center is open
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using xda app-developers app

sounds promising. i just can't wait to get my baby back again.
Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using XDA Premium HD app

Out of interest was the phone in a back pocket or front?

azibux1 said:
Out of interest was the phone in a back pocket or front?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Mine was in my front pocket

SATAN999 said:
Mine was in my front pocket
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That's quite odd
Was there anything else in the pocket? Or just the phone?
Not doubting what you're saying, just trying to think of what could have caused it and what to try and avoid when I get mine

This is kind of worrisome since I'm planning on getting an S4 soon and always keep my phone in my pocket.
Please keep us updated, everyone.
Sent from my Ancient Atrix 4G.

How do you know if you have a fake S7 Edge, or if it is real??? My new G935f...

i received my s7 edge today, and found some things that are worrying me. first, the writing on the bottom of the back of the phone is barely noticeable, and definitely not readable. second, it states on the box, that it was made in vietnam. i haven't read anywhere of samsung having phone fabricated in vietnam.
on the other hand, everything works perfectly. i downloaded aida64, and it has the sony sensor on the back camera. it is listed as a 935f, and not some other wierd letter. the everything i have tested has worked flawlessly. but i can't get over worrying that the other shoe will fall after it's too late to return.
so i need for those who have a g935f, to let me know if you can easily read the writing at the bottom of the back cover, and if you have one that was fabricated in vietnam, i'd like to know if you have had any problems with it at all. thanks!!!

You can tell if it's fake, Samsung's are made in Korea and Vietnam the small text on the back is hard for anyone to read

Sounds like the real deal. Dial *#06# in your dealer. That should give you your imei. It should match the one on the phone.
Sent from my SM-G935W8 using XDA-Developers mobile app

mrnovanova said:
Sounds like the real deal. Dial *#06# in your dealer. That should give you your imei. It should match the one on the phone.
Sent from my SM-G935W8 using XDA-Developers mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yeah, it matches.

stevae said:
yeah, it matches.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Then stop worrying and enjoy that bad boy already. [emoji12]
Sent from my SM-G935W8 using XDA-Developers mobile app

0verdaflow said:
1
The screen is made of cheap glass material.
this is the one thing i can't tell. it's shiny and beautiful, but i'm not sure of the glass quality.
2
The screen is too far from the edge.
(Cloned phones have a wide gap between the edge of the screen and the edge of the phone).
no, no gaps.
3
The screen is not as bright and vibrant as the original device's.
the screen is very bright and beautiful.
4
Some of the sensors are not available.
can't find one of the sensors which isn't working.
5
The Home button is not located in the exact same spot as the one on the genuine item.
the home button seems correctly located
6
The Samsung logos are not smoothed out and can be felt; rubbing it will also remove the logo.
no, they are smooth and under the glass.
7
The device's proportions different than that of the genuine product.
seems like the same dimensions, as it fits properly into my cases.
8
Gaps between parts like the home, power, and volume buttons are obvious.
no gaps at any of these buttons.
9
When the battery cover is opened, some of the small components do not match with the original ones.
Was this step helpful? Yes | No | I need help
can't take the battery cover off the s7 edge.
10
The phone does not have a seal from the National Communications Agency or an equivalent agency in your country.
this is the other thing. i can NOT find this seal. the text on the back is not readable.
11
The battery specifications are not the same.
battery is 3600mAH
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
so there are a few questions still. but most of those things are perfect. can't help being paranoid about the ones which aren't though.

Further more, just call Samsung and ask them to confirm it. Lol
Sent Via My Samsung S7 Edge

Definitely fake. Return it immediately
Sent from my Pebble Time

stevae said:
so there are a few questions still. but most of those things are perfect. can't help being paranoid about the ones which aren't though.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well it's a white 935F.... I've heard these are really rare..... I would be paranoid too.... Did you check phone info app also....? Check refurbishment check also
Galaxy S7 edge

Rydah805 said:
Further more, just call Samsung and ask them to confirm it. Lol
Sent Via My Samsung S7 Edge
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Give this man an award for hitting the nail on the head. Lol
Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

h3ck said:
Give this man an award for hitting the nail on the head. Lol
Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
of course with samsung everything that seems like it would be that easy, never is. samsung america will NOT comment whatsoever on the g935f, because it is not an american device. they act like they are completely handicapped if you ask them about anything that is NOT carrier specific. It, of course, was the first thing i did. then i tried to call the uk customer support, but the time difference kept screwing that up. and on top of all that, i had to make a decision today, or get stuck. so that is why i was buggin.
however, tonight i drove across town to the bestbuy, and held a few of theirs in my hands while the guys were busy with other customers, and that made me feel a lot better, as several of those also had writing that was hard to see. only on the edge, not the reg s7, which was very clear. then i had the samsung rep look it over, check all the coding and he said it was legit. so i am done. i will keep it, and feel great about it. all day it has performed very well, and all sensors work perfectly. i've done motion sensors, bluetooth, cameras, wifi, etc... it all checked out. so thank you for anyone who commented to this thread. i appreciate the efforts. cheers!

Kjc99 said:
Well it's a white 935F.... I've heard these are really rare..... I would be paranoid too.... Did you check phone info app also....? Check refurbishment check also
Galaxy S7 edge
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yeah, i've been killing myself to find a white one. definitely a very difficult task, especially if you are NOT willing to pay over a thousand dollars for it. they have them on ebay for
$1,150.00. But i'd settled for a black one before paying that. so i have my very rare white one, and it's all good now. and i actually paid a hundred less than the first one i got. so very happy with the end result.

h3ck said:
Give this man an award for hitting the nail on the head. Lol
Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lol too sensible
Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
---------- Post added at 02:56 AM ---------- Previous post was at 02:54 AM ----------
stevae said:
yeah, i've been killing myself to find a white one. definitely a very difficult task, especially if you are NOT willing to pay over a thousand dollars for it. they have them on ebay for
$1,150.00. But i'd settled for a black one before paying that. so i have my very rare white one, and it's all good now. and i actually paid a hundred less than the first one i got. so very happy with the end result.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Worth every penny for a fake white one. Everyone knows white makes it faster. That's why best f1 cars are mostly white
Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

KrisPerry said:
Lol too sensible
Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
---------- Post added at 02:56 AM ---------- Previous post was at 02:54 AM ----------
Worth every penny for a fake white one. Everyone knows white makes it faster. That's why best f1 cars are mostly white
Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
maybe it's a reading comprehension thing...

stevae said:
maybe it's a reading comprehension thing...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So the writing on the back is blacked out because of the change from the fCC that doesn't mandate the imei and other info be displayed. So since the phone is blacked out they made it dark so you can see if you look closely but not if you are far away. Phone is made in multiple locations, and honestly only way to be 100% sure is to check hardware which you did. That can't be spoofed easily and takes work. Also, if it's real you should be able to register it on Samsung's website. If you can register it. Chances are your are good.
Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

You can install this APP, tap on the 3 menu lines on the up to the left and tap Refurbishment Check option.

Mine says made in vietnam and the texts in the back are barely noticeable (i got the black variant tho) but im 100% sure my device is legit since i got it from a legit source. Where did you get yours? If its somewhere fishy then you should worry. If its from a trusted source then dont worry at all.
Sent from my SM-G935F using XDA-Developers mobile app

My last 3 samsung devices including this one are all made in vietnam. I bought them all from my carrier. The text on the back is a little hard to see at certain lighting.

Joku1981 said:
You can install this APP, tap on the 3 menu lines on the up to the left and tap Refurbishment Check option.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yeah, i installed that app this afternoon, and it says it's all good. except my scs says nordic se. that's the only thing that stuck out. but after seeing all of that, comparing it to other s7 edge devices in a bestbuy tonight, and speaking with their guy, i am satisfied it is all good. runs really fast, and the battery life has lasted all day with very little drain.
bOkz said:
Mine says made in vietnam and the texts in the back are barely noticeable (i got the black variant tho) but im 100% sure my device is legit since i got it from a legit source. Where did you get yours? If its somewhere fishy then you should worry. If its from a trusted source then dont worry at all.
Sent from my SM-G935F using XDA-Developers mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yeah, i feel a lot better after you guys were telling me that yours was made in vietnam as well. i'd just never paid attention before to that. but i got it off an online store. they of course say they are legit, but you never know if you can walk in and see. anyway, all's well that ends well. and i am cool with it now. thanks for the comment.

stevae said:
i received my s7 edge today, and found some things that are worrying me. first, the writing on the bottom of the back of the phone is barely noticeable, and definitely not readable. second, it states on the box, that it was made in vietnam. i haven't read anywhere of samsung having phone fabricated in vietnam.
on the other hand, everything works perfectly. i downloaded aida64, and it has the sony sensor on the back camera. it is listed as a 935f, and not some other wierd letter. the everything i have tested has worked flawlessly. but i can't get over worrying that the other shoe will fall after it's too late to return.
so i need for those who have a g935f, to let me know if you can easily read the writing at the bottom of the back cover, and if you have one that was fabricated in vietnam, i'd like to know if you have had any problems with it at all. thanks!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Inspection procedures :
First, observe the outside . With your description , about 70% of it is a fake product.
Next, you download the CPUZ app. You can check all information of hardware, compared to the manufacturer's specifications .
Finally, press * # 0 * # , you can test status of hardware: Sensors, screens ...

This is why I only use Skinomi

This may be the wrong section. There is no general and the "accessories" section doesn't seem to have a pulse anymore.
Anyway, I have always used skinomi screen protectors, they work great, dont scratch easily, good instructions and when put on correctly, you cant even tell its there. Nor will it ever come off. Its almost on too well. Anyway, another reason is their lifetime warranty. Now, I learned that it really only covers a few scenarios, i had to get a replacement device due to the sdcard thing. So i went ahead and emailed skinomi to see if i had a chance. Boy did i get lucky. Now, i dunno if this is a once in while thing, or maybe the person on the other end just felt nice. But they went ahead and sent me a replacement. I HIGHLY recommend Skinomi products I can attest to their quality ever since my first android phone, The HTC Evo. I have nevet used anything ells, and I never will again!!

Andromendous said:
I shoulda known better than to share my experience. Thanks asses
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm with you. I love the Skinomi screen protectors and have had good customer service experience with them.
*****I am not a part of their company nor have I been paid to make this post, they just make a good product.

Cut him some slack. He's not a newbie preaching about some product for his first thread, been here a few years now, and if you look at his past threads this is the first time talking about skinomi, or any product for that matter.
He's just giving his opinion.

More importantly this is why you buy screen protectors with Lifetime Warrantys ONLY

I stopped buying skinomi when I purchased a full body skin for my daughters Fire HD 7 a year ago. They no longer use 3m, and the junk they shipped only had 3 of the 4 side/edge pieces. The pieces didn't fit properly and were almost impossible to remove (likely from not using 3M). Skinomi will never get another dollar from me.
No, I didn't even bother to tell them how atrocious their stuff is, I assume they know. Someone put that mess in a box and then shipped it to me and didn't care.
So I say stay away from Skinomi (and ArmorSuit too) . IQ shield is the best I've tried yet, but they aren't perfect.
There. Balance to this Skinomi ad.

Thread cleaned. Please make sure that you show respect for other members per the forum rules, and stay on-topic.

Liquidshild sold me. I think it feels a little nicer then most. Smoother
Sent from my SM-G935T using XDA-Developers mobile app

I do not use Skinomi and I've found the quality lacking. Currently I just use a UAG case.
Sent from my SM-G935T using XDA-Developers mobile app

Richieboy67 said:
I do not use Skinomi and I've found the quality lacking. Currently I just use a UAG case.
Sent from my SM-G935T using XDA-Developers mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What is a "UAG case?

Screen on the mic slot above camera? Whats your look like?

When I first received the device, yesterday matter of fact, the screen had a small rectangle in it. Looked like it was intentional but now after wiping down the phone with a microfiber cloth their are multiple holes. So what's the purpose of this? If it's so fragile a material that a microfiber cloth would harm it what's the point. I saw their was a Reddit thread on this also.
Thoughts?

It is a defect. They will replace your phone if you have that. I just received a replacement device and mine had the same issue.

NeutronBomb said:
It is a defect. They will replace your phone if you have that. I just received a replacement device and mine had the same issue.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have the same thing going on. Will contact support tomorrow to get a replacement phone.
Thank you for the insight into this,
CRasH180
Sent from my Essential Phone using XDA Labs

They want to exchange the phone but realistically what's the chance that I'll get one with the same issue especially since I had just ordered and received this one. Really would like to wait longer I think till they get some kinks worked out.
Sent from my PH-1 using XDA-Developers Legacy app

bill3508 said:
They want to exchange the phone but realistically what's the chance that I'll get one with the same issue especially since I had just ordered and received this one. Really would like to wait longer I think till they get some kinks worked out.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I agree with you. Simply hoping they resolved the issues I addressed. We shall see what happens
Sent from my Essential Phone using XDA Labs

I'm waiting to send mine back. Probably will exchange it first of the year.