Hi, first of all this is my first review at all
I´ve to say that this is in my opinion the best way to protect the camera and so save the smart design of the beloved hd2.
but ... there are some bad points I wanne mention,
if you want a case that you put on once and never/only a few times pull off, this is your way,
but if you do it like me peal off every day to put in a cradle you have to face some scratches on the original rubber on the hd2.
For me it was clear that i´ve to protect the camera and still have a sleak design.
The Case itselve comes in a plastic box with some micro fiber cleaning cloth and a screen protector.
There are no edges or bur that could hurt the hd2.
The whole case is covered with a rubber finish just like the hd, but i dont think so resistant (no scratches jet).
The screen protection is not so good, after two days there are a lot of scratches on it, so maybe I´ll peal it off.
It fits the screen nicely and there are no issues with the aproximate sensor
Here are some pictures right from germany to you
How did you manage to scratch the screen protector? What are you writing with?
yea ... thats the big question.. I´m writing with my fingers and this protector get scratched, many many little ones, but there are even big scratches on it, think my pocket does this.... by the way only the phone in pocket... I´ll take a picture for u
That scratch on the corner of your HD2, is it from pulling the case off and on multiple times? It looks pretty ugly that scratch, but case looks very nice.
I think many of us have a need sometimes to pull it down becose sometimes we must reset it by pulling the battery out :\
Smartmob said:
That scratch on the corner of your HD2, is it from pulling the case off and on multiple times? It looks pretty ugly that scratch, but case looks very nice.
I think many of us have a need sometimes to pull it down becose sometimes we must reset it by pulling the battery out :\
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yes its from pulling on and off, but i think its not soooo ugly cause you dont see it if case is on
for me its more important to cover the camera
Smartmob said:
That scratch on the corner of your HD2, is it from pulling the case off and on multiple times? It looks pretty ugly that scratch, but case looks very nice.
I think many of us have a need sometimes to pull it down becose sometimes we must reset it by pulling the battery out :\
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I've got the Silver mirror-finish version of this case - it's very nice
Might add however that it's ridiculously snug - just got it today and now having trouble trying to get the case off
Is there a reason as to why Case-Mate states it will only fit the International version? Not the soon to be released Tmobile version?
Sheldonjace said:
Is there a reason as to why Case-Mate states it will only fit the International version? Not the soon to be released Tmobile version?
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I believe the intl version is a tad taller if I'm not mistaken...
I have the case as well (silver version). The case looks really sleek on the HD2. Nice and slim just what I want.
However I find it extremely difficult to take it off. It's just too tight. Any tips to take it off?
luffyp said:
I have the case as well (silver version). The case looks really sleek on the HD2. Nice and slim just what I want.
However I find it extremely difficult to take it off. It's just too tight. Any tips to take it off?
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remove it often and it will be easier
I just ordered one silver chrome and a leather case. Cant wait to see them
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370334220926&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290389814273&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
Oh, Im having trouble to remove this case off also. For the 1st time, it already scratch the rubber on my HD2. Really looks ugly. I love the look of this case, but I dont want my HD2 to have scratch. Should I return it?
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I believe the intl version is a tad taller if I'm not mistaken...
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Actually it is the t-mobile version that is about 1/4 " taller and maybe even a hair thicker at the top.
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Actually it is the t-mobile version that is about 1/4 " taller and maybe even a hair thicker at the top.
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Yup, its a bummer I had ordered my case before getting the phone. O well, same exact thing happened when tmobile released the touch pro2. I order my protection before the phone because I dont want anything to happen to it, but then my protection ends up not fitting : (
wonder when they will be releasing the one for TMOUS
vikramdhani said:
wonder when they will be releasing the one for TMOUS
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why is this one some milimeters bigger?
the hardware is the same or is there some "dead man switch" build in ?
if u dont pay your bill it will blow up xD
Thanks for sharing! It looks good except the corner =)
NightFire123 said:
why is this one some milimeters bigger?
the hardware is the same or is there some "dead man switch" build in ?
if u dont pay your bill it will blow up xD
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Do some research.
nuron said:
Do some research.
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T-Mobile HD2 is 1.5mm taller. Seems to be because of the logo on top. For gel/silicone cases it might not be a problem, but for hard cases and fitted cases - it is. It does not fit.
Barely any fingernails left!
I purchased the black rubber version and it is very unobtrusive and tight fitting - but that's my problem - it's too tight. I feel I am in more danger of damaging my phone trying to remove this case than actually dropping it! I am considering cutting slits in the four corners of this case to make removal easier.It's a pity because I really like the look of the case itself.
Alan
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Hello folks,
As most of you reading I am a happy Topaz user,
But I find it sad, that I almost do not dare to use the device without stylus
Whenever I touch the phone, it leaves a dirty mark...
And I cannot live with that, So I always want to clean it afterwards
I mean... even with a screen protector installed, it gets dirty too quick,
And I recon I cannot walk around with a bunch of cleaning tools either
So, what's your opinion on this? or do you have a good solution?
Do you care that the screen is dirty, or not? please tell me
Thanks already
- Jeutie
is ok , you can always change screen protector .
jeutie said:
... I almost do not dare to use the device without stylus
Whenever I touch the phone, it leaves a dirty mark...
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I use an antiglare screen protector I got from Brando (http://shop.brando.com.hk/bw-pda-screen-protector-htc-touch-diamond-2-_p03225c1035d039.html). You lose something in brightness but it is very impervious to dirt and fingerprints.
There is also an hot debate on matte finishing battery cover. I simply painted the original cover using matte spray acrylic paint (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=3950791&postcount=67) Of course you need a bit of manual dexterity and a brave heart...
I just leave it dirty
I thought about another screen protector aswell... but I think I'll fail again xD
(screen protector was dusty already when I putted it on, But I'll try again.)
Thanks for the information
But Would you recommend the normal screen protector or the Ultra Clear one?
Hi
Yep feel the same, hated touching it when I first got it as any touch leaves a fingerprint, if you try and wipe it away you make it worse. The aluminium surround really shows up finger prints and then smudges and so does the screen even with screen protector on. Even ear prints are clearly visible!
This isn't unique to the Topaz though, the state I've seen some iPhones in
So I just live with the fact it only looks shiny and new after a quick clean with some cleaner and a microfibre cloth, for just a short period of time.
It would help if the back was matt black or rubberised, but it isn't. I really don't understand the people that design these things as surely they must put them through some form of user testing, and I can't believe out of an even tiny group of testers the comment 'finger print magnet' didn't arise.
Regards
Phil
I do have the matt finish ;-) bought it way overpriced on ebay...
But the screen protector didn't help so I was looking for something better
and indeed, the aluminium is even worse xD
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But Would you recommend the normal screen protector or the Ultra Clear one?
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The Ultra Clear looks and feels as the original screen and as other screen protectors, that is glass like. Therefore, dirt and fingerprints remain very visible.
On the other hand the antiglare has a kind of very small granularity over it. Dirt and fingerprints do not stick to it and fingers, nails and stylus glide very nicely over it. On the other hand, it is not completely transparent, expecially under direct sunlight.
But so, for the fingerprint issue, the normal one should be better, then the ultra clear one, Thanks
I'll order one on Monday, And I'll get someone less clumsy to put it on ^^
PhilipL said:
'finger print magnet'
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That's a PERFECT DEFINITION! My opinion is that being a "touch" device, we have no great chances to solve the problem on what concerns the screen..Other question is the backVery sexy on picture but fingerprint hungry and sometimes slippy!! Waiting for a mat cover at decent price.BTW congrats to ouram57 for his guts! But is the painting layer resisting,especially at the corners?
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BTW congrats to ouram57 for his guts!
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Well, after all I could always buy a new cover (http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=179389).
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The painting is quite resistant but of course scratches accumulate as they did on the shiny original case (but they are a bit less visible). The good news is that on too many scratches paint can be applied again...
You're right! If it's been successfully done once, why not repeat it if needed..
Hoping that none of us will ever need it,http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=179389 is one of the most expensive pieces of plastic on earth
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You're right! If it's been successfully done once, why not repeat it if needed..
Hoping that none of us will ever need it,http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=179389 is one of the most expensive pieces of plastic on earth
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...especially as its not for the TD2, check it out, it has 2 holes at the top and a diamond back!?!
TD1 maybe ???
That "thing" with two holes is also on sale at HTC's:http://www.htcaccessorystore.com/uk/p_htc_item.aspx?i=179389 as "original" cover for D2Very affordable as usual.. I get mad if I think it's about 10% of the phone's price. My ideal back cover would be mat gummy black, just like the Kaiser (a.k.a TytnII).. hope someone is going to think about it!
Aright... I have applied the screen protector...
That's great! no more fingerprints on the screen
Together with the backcover and installation of some cabs... my device is totally like I want it
Thanks folks!
Hi all,
My new silicon case just arrived.
If you're wondering, or looking, it's this one.
I thought I give a small review
Ordered the case via U-Bop's Amazone shop on dec 10, arrived today dec. 17. Not bad for normal airmail shipping I guess. total price 11,23£ shipping included.
Now, about the case:
Grip feels good, not slippery but the nice feel of rubber but a little smoother.
All cut-outs seem ok, there's enough room in the front for all sensors located around the speaker on the top. I was a bit scared that the bottom "rounding" would interfere when you try to use the hardware keys but that is ok*.
On the left side, where your volume buttons are, the case has a special bevelled surface so you still feel where the buttons are. Very nice touch I think making it easy to find the volume buttons without have to make a cutout for the buttons which would result in another dust-gathering trap
The down side of things then: although the case is advertised as being "skin-tight" and "form-fitting" the truth is: it sits to loosely to my liking. I would think that if you make something that is supposed to be form-fitting and skin-tight etc then it would need at least some effort to slip my HD2 in there and it would be as tight as .... well think "men in tights" (was the first thing that slipped in my mind) ...
Honestly. I think if I drop my phone it would be well protected for the first bounce.... but I'm scared it might just be thrown out of the case on impact!
It just feels a bit to 'light' and not much of the tight etc is noticeable.
Another small think I immediately notices was that the moment I had slipped it on and carried it around for a few hours in my pocket, dust appeared out of nowhere, clinging on to my screen where I had never seen it before?!? Strange as I always carry it in my pocket and I can't really remember ever having dust there that clearly... I'll see if that clears after a few days use.
I took some pictures and a small movie to give a general idea of what I mean.
So overal:
the PRO's
- good feel
- anti slip
- drop protection (100% for the first impact... guess % goes down with each consecutive bounce )
- all sensors, camera, flash leds, 3.5mm jack and micro USB are reachable
- volume keys can still be located through touch feeling
- cheap
the CONS
- not at all skin tight as advertised
- dust-magnet?
hope you liked the review. I'm interested en opinions of people using other types of silicon cases that do feel skin tight and secure so let me know what you have!
link to youtube for the movie : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZ3fMmOg-zs
Thanks for the review. It looks cool for the most part other than it's not skin tight...
To be honest, I'm getting more and more dissatisfied by the day
Taking the phone out of the pocket is a sure way to get at least 1 corner of the silicone case dislodged from the phone. Sometimes even the two top corners come off so you end up fetching the phone without case
And I can also confirm that the case is a dust magnet in the meantime... so no good there either...
I think I will be filing for the 14 day money back guarantee on this one and trying another one...
DicE
galaxys said:
Thanks for the review. It looks cool for the most part other than it's not skin tight...
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Yep I'd have to agree 100% with your review, bought one of these cases on ebay and initially thought it was good, but as you say it's not skin tight it's more "underpants tight"...so the case does come off sometimes when you take the phone out of your pocket as it sticks to your pocket...and if you are looking for a static dust magnet this wouldn't go amiss...
Just an idea guys, but does silicone shrink when exposed to heat? If so, you could try bathing it in hot water to shrink it a little... ?
Grtz
Lukas
shrink? you sure about that? Haven't tried that.
case could do with a wash though since it has been sucking in dust like a black whole for the past couple of days so... let me give that a try
If we're sure of one thing then it's that it wont break the case
DicE
Lukasss said:
Just an idea guys, but does silicone shrink when exposed to heat? If so, you could try bathing it in hot water to shrink it a little... ?
Grtz
Lukas
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DicEvsTytnII said:
shrink? you sure about that? Haven't tried that.
case could do with a wash though since it has been sucking in dust like a black whole for the past couple of days so... let me give that a try
If we're sure of one thing then it's that it wont break the case
DicE
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Did you try it? Coz now I'm curious myself...
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Just an idea guys, but does silicone shrink when exposed to heat? If so, you could try bathing it in hot water to shrink it a little... ?
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Lukas
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I very much doubt it will shrink. They use silicone like this as baking trays!!
First off, hi guys - new HD2 (Leo) owner here and have to say I love it!!
Anyway, thought I'd just say something about this product. It's rubbish...
Poor fit, didn't stick properly and bubbles galore - stay well clear of it IMO
Anyway, will be lingering about as still getting my head about WinMo and the various ROMs about - still running stock 1.48 ROM out the box but it's an awesome phone and definitely glad I got it...
Well my friend, for a first post it's a good point well made. The HTC screen protectors are ****e! I managed to lay mine without bubbles, but at the bottom where it fits over the buttons it keeps lifting up and just doesn't settle properly. It's now starting to get crap underneath it, completely defeating it's intended purpose.
Final verdict... EPIC FAIL!
Oh and Welcome to XDA Developers EddyOS. I'm sure you'll be a flashaholic in no time.
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Well my friend, for a first post it's a good point well made. The HTC screen protectors are ****e! I managed to lay mine without bubbles, but at the bottom where it fits over the buttons it keeps lifting up and just doesn't settle properly. It's now starting to get crap underneath it, completely defeating it's intended purpose.
Final verdict... EPIC FAIL!
Oh and Welcome to XDA Developers EddyOS. I'm sure you'll be a flashaholic in no time.
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Did yours come with a screen protector in the box? I didn't see one in mine but I may have overlooked it, or different packaging in Asia. So tomorrow I'm on a hunt to find one.
I dont recal there being one in mine either. Hmm maybe i should look alittle harder.
Maybe they ordered the original OEM ones from HTC as a side-order!?
I did, and mine are in the mail.
Should arrive tomorrow...
Hope they are not as bad as stated in this post...
Will be sure to comment on it here when I get them
Yeah, bought mine from the HTC Shop - didn't get any in the box...
Ordered mine too... complete waste of money
I got the official ones too, I thought it was me just fitting it badly as it didn't seem to fit the screen and had bubbles. I couldn't get it to sick below the buttons either. It had to come off. I got another one from Amazon and it now fits as I would expect it to.
I would not recommend the official protector from HTC, sorry.
What ones did you get in the end? Might be tempted to get one to be on the safe side but my phone does stay in it's pouch when not in use...
Why would you need to have a screen protector......
If you guys have been hiding under your bed sheets then its time to wake up.
Leo, AKA HD2 had a scratch resistant glass and not a cheap plastic face.
Just have a look at the following link and you will agree....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcEaehKWr2s
you need guts to do it, but i didnt have the guts to do that.
But atleast the screen protector is not needed.
Of course a screen protector is needed. It may be made of glass, but it's not bullet proof glass!
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What ones did you get in the end? Might be tempted to get one to be on the safe side but my phone does stay in it's pouch when not in use...
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002Y33M4W/ref=ox_ya_oh_product
This is the one I went for from Amazon. Fits much better than the official HTC one as it sits just slightly within the screen profile rather than exactly the same size. I have a 100% fix now.
But as one of the posts above points out, we shouldn't really need a protector on it because it is scratch resistant, but I go for peace of mind.
GUYS!
Please stay away from HTC screen protector. It is the worst screen protector I have ever had. First of all it is almost impossible to apply correctly, I had 4 and scrapped every single one! (just to say it is not the first device with big screen I tried to apply screen protector and I never had troubles before). Second thing is that it gets very smudgy.... for me complete waste of money.
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GUYS!
Please stay away from HTC screen protector. It is the worst screen protector I have ever had. First of all it is almost impossible to apply correctly, I had 4 and scrapped every single one! (just to say it is not the first device with big screen I tried to apply screen protector and I never had troubles before). Second thing is that it gets very smudgy.... for me complete waste of money.
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Completely aggree with you. I also waste 3 of them. finally a give up!
Not recomended!
My HTC screen-protectors arrived today...
And I have to admit, I didn't really believe the people writing about how bad they were.
But I have to aggree, what a piece of s***!
I got 2 in the pack, and the first one messed up on a biblical level for me.
The second one actually seemed to fit as intended, but I just couldn't get the corner to fit right...
I got away with no bubbles underneath, but the damn corner just couldn't fit.
We're talking a matter of milimeters here...
Stay away from them, like everyone else is saying
I'll join the chorus.
I ordered a pack of 2, and quickly noticed that they're very different from the (actually quite OK) HTC HD protectors.
The adhesive side seems to attract small particles from the air within seconds. Just one such small particle produces an ugly bubble. I don't want to be seen with such bubbles. My wife would call be "Bubble Boy".
Since the adhesive is quite strong, it's impossible to make minute adjustments the moment a part of the protector touches the glass. This is compounded by the exact measurements - even when I thought it fit wonderfully on one end of the screen, the other end collided with the screen bezel, making it a bust.
The protector is also very thin and flexible, so it is almost impossible to hold without bending and getting fingerprints underneath, further ruining its appearance.
This product should be retracted from the market. I completely understand why the HD2 doesn't come bundled with these protectors:
1. they're practically impossible to fit
2. the HD2's glass doesn't really need it
I'll live hard and fast, without protection.
What for?
My HD2 is rocking along very nicely without a screen protector... with this scratch resistant glass, I really didn't see the point.
I avoid putting my phone in the same pocket as my loose change or my keys - but that was a pretty easy adjustment to make.
... Just don't see what I'd want to use a screen protector for other than to take a beautifully slim piece of art look like something it's not.
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My HD2 is rocking along very nicely without a screen protector... with this scratch resistant glass, I really didn't see the point.
I avoid putting my phone in the same pocket as my loose change or my keys - but that was a pretty easy adjustment to make.
... Just don't see what I'd want to use a screen protector for other than to take a beautifully slim piece of art look like something it's not.
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I don't see how applying a screen protector that's probably less than 0.5mm thick will ruin the look of the device.
Its about personal choice
Screen protector or no screen protector? Condom or no condom? Safety glasses or no safety glasses? Its a matter of choice linked to a a personal assessment of risk, cost and benefit.
I always use one........
WB
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It's not "needed". It's scratch resistant glass - we have discussed this here before. It's the same type of glass you get with better watches. Do you use them with a protector? If you "want" damage the glass you can do this with force, but then a screen protector wouldn't help neither.
The Nexus 4 is very likely to be my next phone, replacing my old HTC Desire. Anyway, I have one big concern about the new Nexus.
I have had a LG Device once. It also had a silver-shiny bezel, just like the nexus 4. And exactly this bezel attracted scratches like a magnet. You could barely look at it without producing a scratch. It was kind of like the backside of the old iPod touches (if you know what I mean).
Sounds weird, but this is my biggest concern about the phone till yet. I don't want to have a phone which is scratched all over immediately...
Just my thoughts, anyway....
Seriously?
seriously.Probably sounds a bit crazy, but I have had a really worse experience with this. The mentioned older LG device with the metal bezel looked really awfull after few weeks of usage (and I really took care of where I put it etc.)....like it's been used for a few years already...
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Seriously?
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He has forsaken the worship of Google and expressed an independent thought doubting the perfection of this device! BURN HIM
Seriously though don't those who have handled it say the outside is soft? It sounds like some sort of rubbery plastic not metal. Could be wrong.
Get a case/bumper
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Get a case/bumper
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don't think that'd work out for the front of the device...but even if, I'm not a fan of cases at all, why should I buy a many-hundreds-of-dollars/euros-device and than put it into a case for a few dollars/euros? My old phone survived my jeans also pretty well, the screen hasn't any spotable scratch - and it isn't even gorilla glass or anything comparable...
Perfect example of one of the many things duct-tape can fix.
I have no idea how easily the Nexus 4 will scratch. Guess we'll find out.
I don't think its metal, looks like plastic with chrome paint, but yes if metal it can get dings like the iPhone5.
I've also read that it's a rubbery feeling plastic which doesn't seem like it's scratch too easily.
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I don't think its metal, looks like plastic with chrome paint, but yes if metal it can get dings like the iPhone5.
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platic with that chrome paint thing is even worse, it's just like butter. Metal is far better in that kind of stuff, the Desire's frame is some kind of painted metal, too. Got 2 noticable scratches in there, though, but that's not too bad for like 2 and a half years of daily usage with no case...
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I've also read that it's a rubbery feeling plastic which doesn't seem like it's scratch too easily.
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I think that only counts for the black plastik frame, not the silver one
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He has forsaken the worship of Google and expressed an independent thought doubting the perfection of this device! BURN HIM
Seriously though don't those who have handled it say the outside is soft? It sounds like some sort of rubbery plastic not metal. Could be wrong.
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Indeed. Like all other phones are indestructible.
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don't think that'd work out for the front of the device...but even if, I'm not a fan of cases at all, why should I buy a many-hundreds-of-dollars/euros-device and than put it into a case for a few dollars/euros? My old phone survived my jeans also pretty well, the screen hasn't any spotable scratch - and it isn't even gorilla glass or anything comparable...
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the bumper is slightly raised on the front and in the back to help protect. not guaranteed. i hate cases as well, however, i think i will be giving a bumper a try.
Yeah, I don't like the chrome ring either. My old Vibrant had it and it looked terrible after a couple of months. The paint started to chip and made the phone look really old. Plus it's kind of an outdated design cue. The N4 would have looked much more sleek without it.
Even in Google's promo shots the ring looks black, not silver. Looks much nicer, IMO.
You could always paint the silver ring black like many nexus 7 users have done
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Even in Google's promo shots the ring looks black, not silver. Looks much nicer, IMO.
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found that pretty interesting, too. Don't they like their own phone? On Googles pics, chrome thing is almost invisible, while on hands on shots you can clearly see it:
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_4_16gb
VS
http://www.theverge.com/2012/10/29/3569540/google-nexus-4-preview-price-release-date
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You could always paint the silver ring black like many nexus 7 users have done
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but you would have a deformed phone :cyclops:
I'm not a fan of the tacky fake chrome, but I'll probably just get a case/bumper for it anyway.
Wait to see how it is constructed, I normally just let my phones get scratched on their cases and then when come to selling just buy the parts and replace them, it's always as cheap as buying cases.
Bump for awareness. Someone please reply if you know about the quality/material/durability of the bezel. The strange thing is that they designed the bezel like that, to make sure the screen is safe, when put down. One would think that they made it out of a durable material/finish.
Edit: I'm quite sure that it's impossible to replace parts, when damaged. Since the battery door is sealed, I reckon you're f****d when you drop your phone and the bezel gets scratched up. This could be an issue to me, for sure.
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Edit: I'm quite sure that it's impossible to replace parts, when damaged. Since the battery door is sealed, I reckon you're f****d when you drop your phone and the bezel gets scratched up. This could be an issue to me, for sure.
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It looks like the back cover is held on only with two screws. Standard screws not some proprietary kind. So in theory (without actually having a device to work with) it should be possible to easily replace the back cover assuming you found a new one. The back cover on this phone has all sorts of circuitry built into it so it might be quite difficult to find a new one.
It is also possible that the warranty sticker is on the bottom of that back cover, so when you take it off you rip off the warranty sticker. We will have to wait for a teardown to see if this is the case.
Hi everybody!
The past 3 months, i've been the proud owner of an HTC one, but something has been bothering me for some time now: even though i am very careful with my phone and keep the case on it at all times, the back has accumulated quite a lot of small 'craters'. These only seem to appear where the back should be protected by the hard part of my official htc one double dip flip case. I have checked time and time again if there was any sand in between, and there never was any, nor was there anything else in there.
I will try to post a decent picture later on, but i was wondering: what should i do? Do i have any chance to get a new device?
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Thanks in advance,
Jeroen
JeroenVH said:
Hi everybody!
The past 3 months, i've been the proud owner of an HTC one, but something has been bothering me for some time now: even though i am very careful with my phone and keep the case on it at all times, the back has accumulated quite a lot of small 'craters'. These only seem to appear where the back should be protected by the hard part of my official htc one double dip flip case. I have checked time and time again if there was any sand in between, and there never was any, nor was there anything else in there.
I will try to post a decent picture later on, but i was wondering: what should i do? Do i have any chance to get a new device?
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Thanks in advance,
Jeroen
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Have had the same problem, it occurred when a few bits of debris got behind it., load of crap and I would avoid it.
dladz said:
Have had the same problem, it occurred when a few bits of debris got behind it., load of crap and I would avoid it.
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Avoid trying to get a new one or just that ****ty case?
You should use a TPU case. I got myself the Cimo one. It's flexible and offer all around protection, except for the speaker grills. Just clean it inside as a precaution before putting your phone in there. Your flip case obviously got some debris inside which pressed against the soft aluminium back of the phone when you closed it and put it in your pocket or bag.
electronical said:
You should use a TPU case. I got myself the Cimo one. It's flexible and offer all around protection, except for the speaker grills. Just clean it inside as a precaution before putting your phone in there. Your flip case obviously got some debris inside which pressed against the soft aluminium back of the phone when you closed it and put it in your pocket or bag.
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I decided to go for a little more protection and ordered myself the UAG navigator It'll take some weeks to get here though, so hopefully my back plate won't be screwed up entirely by then :/
Does anybody know if it's posible to polish it out a bit, etc?
Better use otterbox commuter series for better protection.
Sent from my HTC One using xda app-developers app
rerenznz said:
Better use otterbox commuter series for better protection.
Sent from my HTC One using xda app-developers app
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I just did that last night. The OtterBox Commuter has the best protection v/s slimness.I got myself the black one. I really wanted the Glacier model but the colors in reality do not match what you see in the rendered pictures. The light grey is actually absolutely white and the darker grey is actually light grey. I don't want a white case as my phone is black for a reason - no worries about dust, etc making it look dirty.
http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-One-Com..._htc4-one_color=20&start=1&cgid=htc-one-cases
JeroenVH said:
Avoid trying to get a new one or just that ****ty case?
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Avoid the case, it's crap. I've got the double dip too which has been fine although some people have said that it also has scratched their One, so take care with it.
A silicon case is obviously the safest choice but then again it's not going to be the prettiest either.
I've actually not got anything on mine at all now, I love the aesthetics of the phone and putting a case on it is just going to spoil that.
Have never dropped it yet (touch wood) and if I ever break it then i'll just get another one anyway so not really bothered too much.
PS: The urban cases are pretty good, you should check them out if youre looking for something rugged and decent looking.
http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/htc-one
dladz said:
Avoid the case, it's crap. I've got the double dip too which has been fine although some people have said that it also has scratched their One, so take care with it.
A silicon case is obviously the safest choice but then again it's not going to be the prettiest either.
I've actually not got anything on mine at all now, I love the aesthetics of the phone and putting a case on it is just going to spoil that.
Have never dropped it yet (touch wood) and if I ever break it then i'll just get another one anyway so not really bothered too much.
PS: The urban cases are pretty good, you should check them out if youre looking for something rugged and decent looking.
http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/htc-one
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I just got my confirmation that the case has been sent
In 10 days, i won't have to worry anymore