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This one looks interesting. It looks like it wraps all the way around the side of the phone, and slides apart on the back to open. This might keep from having the issue of jamming the screen cover in between the slider mechanism.
Has anyone ever used this brand? I'm curious if it is worth it.
http://www.wirelessphonegallery.com/htc-evo-shift-slide-snap-on-case-black.aspx
Looks interesting. I'm curious, and half tempted to pull the trigger on this just to see the design..
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Ill be watching this thread to see if anyone gets it. It is an interesting ide.
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I am definitely interested in this too, I used to have a slider case for my touch pro that worked very well, but it was a side slider. I'm curious how that wrap around would mess with how you hold your phone though
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What do they mean by the "sliding mechanism is on the back of the handset rather than the front or sides"?
Well I haven't actually seen the case in person, but I'm guessing its similar to my old case for my tp in that I didn't clip to the phone. You would put the bottom on, then the top by sliding the pieces together into their slides. This held it on the phone and made for no pulling apart the phone by the clips being in between the two halves. I've really been surprised that design didn't catch on a lot better then it did. I loved it!
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sounds intriguing id like to hear if someone gets this and what they think
I just ordered it. I'll report back with what I find.
woo, sweet! Now we will finally know something.
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Well I haven't actually seen the case in person, but I'm guessing its similar to my old case for my tp in that I didn't clip to the phone. You would put the bottom on, then the top by sliding the pieces together into their slides. This held it on the phone and made for no pulling apart the phone by the clips being in between the two halves. I've really been surprised that design didn't catch on a lot better then it did. I loved it!
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Oic! I have a clear case for the tmo hero just like that so I know the design you're talking about.
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Don't worry guys I'm still waiting on the case. It says payment received as the status.
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Here is a thread from Android Central with a couple pics of this case. Just scroll down a little.
http://forum.androidcentral.com/htc-evo-shift-4g/52820-evo-shift-case.html
I just got it. It feels really good. It feels as though it should cost more money. It makes the phone fit better in my hands. Feels a lot sturdier as well. Once I get a hold of another camera I can take some pictures.
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Just ordered mine too. Will post pictures when I get it.
I am highly debating getting this, I already have the max coverage invisible shield on my phone, but I would feel better if it had some rubber surrounding it. But I want to hear real world reviews before I jump.
This case isn't rubber. It feels like a hard plastic that is slightly rubbery. Feels VERY similar to the back of the evo shift 4g(without the case of course)
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I got mine today. But its loose at the top right of my phone. Its like it doesn't fit all the way. So I'm going to return it and patienly wait for another one.
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How does it attach to the phone? Does it actually clip to it, or do the two pieces of case hold to each other? I have a few extra batteries and I want to be able to pop off the back easily, and that usually breaks the tabbed ones. So if this holds on like I think it does, it's perfect for me. How does it feel protective wise? Like are you pretty confident it will protect the phone? or does it still leave a wavering feeling like I better never drop this thing or it's shot? lol
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I got mine today. But its loose at the top right of my phone. Its like it doesn't fit all the way. So I'm going to return it and patienly wait for another one.
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Mine is starting to get like that too. It doesn't bother me too much though.
@unityjasont: The two sides are independent from each other. The backpiece clips onto the rear part of your phone and the top piece onto the screen/slider portion. Then you match them up so that they are on the track. It feels very solid to me. I've actually dropped my phone twice since I got this case. Just scuffed up the case a little bit and I rubbed off the scratch easily each time. It's pretty easy to pop off the backpiece. It doesn't feel as though it's going to break. I also forgot to mention that the camera, flash, and volume rocker are now recessed. So there's no worrying about scratching the camera lens, and there's a lot less accidental volume key pressing.
I took some pictures as well as a video with my macbook's crappy camera.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wZmdlr89dY
glad your happy
Sorry, I just don't get the piece that slides up with the screen. Seems kind of strange and in the way.
Is there a point to this thing?
Hey, well after my other topic, I questioned another branch of the store I bought my phone from about the quality of the packaging my phone came in and that I let them know I wasn't terribly happy with it. They exchanged it no questions ask, and my new Incredible S came perfectly sealed in the box. It feels a lot more well built than the other one, so am presuming the other phone wasn't up to scratch!
Anyway, because am a perfectionist, I looked at my phone and noticed a 'slit' type thing between the lip surrounding the screen, and the screen, towards the right of the screen. I thought it was just 'one of those things' with the build, but then noticed one in the same place towards the left. So am wondering what are they?
You probably won't be able to see them lol, the are VERY hard to see, but am guessing they're part of the phone cuz, as I said, there's two exactly the same size and in the same position.
Confused. Take picture. Upload here.
Yup, they are part of the phone.
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Confused. Take picture. Upload here.
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I'll try to, but they're difficult to see unless looking closely.
Whilst am here, instead of starting a new thread, just a question about the durability of the phone.
I was doing my coursework (I left it late) I was a but hasty in my movements and knocked my Incredible S off the arm of the chair, it fell and hit me external keyboard, and then on to the carpet. I checked it and see no damage and everything works, so am guessing the keyboard cushioned the blow a bit even though it make a horrible clank, as did the carpet.
How durable are these phones? Would a knock like I've described damage it? Am a bit paranoid about my phone, aha.
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I'll try to, but they're difficult to see unless looking closely.
Whilst am here, instead of starting a new thread, just a question about the durability of the phone.
I was doing my coursework (I left it late) I was a but hasty in my movements and knocked my Incredible S off the arm of the chair, it fell and hit me external keyboard, and then on to the carpet. I checked it and see no damage and everything works, so am guessing the keyboard cushioned the blow a bit even though it make a horrible clank, as did the carpet.
How durable are these phones? Would a knock like I've described damage it? Am a bit paranoid about my phone, aha.
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It is probably fine. I dropped mine when I first got it and it still works fine.
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Caveman speak. Very funny. Replying on phone?
It's definitely more durable than an iPhone. I'm not sure if it's marketing or not, but our glass is supposed to be gorilla glass.....
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As this is I think a smaller tablet, I'd like to know how you guys feel about using the Note as a phone.
Does it feel natural or a bit strange & awkward?
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It's perfectly fine for me. The only downside is people asking to look at it, and saying: "I gotta get me one of these!" But you get used to it
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I'm waiting for the 6 inch Note version. I think even 6 inch will be normal as phone
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@colingajevski Haha I bet you do!
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I still can't see it as a phone.
Might be a daft question....but, do you hold it to your face or talk AT it (ala The Apprentice)?
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there are of plenty of other forums to visit
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I still can't see it as a phone.
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just pick it up and use it like a phone.. its not hard ..lol
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Might be a daft question....but, do you hold it to your face or talk AT it (ala The Apprentice)?
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pairofpints said:
Might be a daft question....but, do you hold it to your face or talk AT it (ala The Apprentice)?
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It's just a phone, so I hold it to my ear. But you could do both, I guess. The phone is very large, and it is a little awkward the first few days, but now it feels great. The screen size is really sweet. I have to admit I've nearly dropped it once already.. It's kind of unwieldy sometimes. I'm always super careful, I've never dropped my HTC HD2 (4,3 inch) even once, in over two years time, and I've never dropped my classic iPod which I've been using for over 7 years or so. But this phone is so big, I've nearly dropped it in just a few weeks. I'll have to be extra careful with my Note. But other then me being scared of dropping it, the size is fine. It's great, actually. In tablet mode at 213 DPI, you can fit an entire a4 sheet on it in portrait mode, and still be able to read the text!
Seexxxxxyyyy!
No seriously! Feels normal, completely normal! Have been using it for one and a half months now and now when I use other phones, they all feel TOO small. Even the HTC One X, I tried it today, felt too small.
And yes, I am waiting for the 5.5 or 5.7 inch version. 6 inch.. Why not!? My first worry before getting note was the size, after a few days using it, it's the best thing about it!
Im not ashamed of pulling the big boy outta my pocket and answer a call!
It feels amazing! I'm so glad I dumped my iphone 4s for galaxy note! I couldn't be happier about the decision. All those years what a waste... [email protected]#k apple and genius bar asshats!
I LOVE MY GALAXY NOTE!!!!!
There's no shame involved! I have the flip it case which replaces the battery back with flip screen cover attached - protects really well adds virtually no bulk at all and you can use the phone with the case closed as it has earpiece cut out. After a day the phone size really didn't bother me - there's such a big advertising push in UK at the mo a lot more people know what it is rather than a month ago. Can be a conversation starter and a simple play of the Samsung demo vid blows most people away with first experience of Samoled. I honestly believe we'll see even bigger phones (well maybe different aspect ratio) in the future.
Of course if you had to have the case open to use the phone...
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There's no shame involved! I have the flip it case which replaces the battery back with flip screen cover attached - protects really well adds virtually no bulk at all and you can use the phone with the case closed as it has earpiece cut out. After a day the phone size really didn't bother me - there's such a big advertising push in UK at the mo a lot more people know what it is rather than a month ago. Can be a conversation starter and a simple play of the Samsung demo vid blows most people away with first experience of Samoled. I honestly believe we'll see even bigger phones (well maybe different aspect ratio) in the future.
Of course if you had to have the case open to use the phone...
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You said it all!
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Awkward at first, second nature after a few weeks in my case.
Only problem still present is that I'm unable to dial one handed, but having my frequently dialed numbers as shortcuts on one of my panels is a good way and quicker way of dialing.
Cheers
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Not bad. For long periods of talk, i use a Bluetooth ear phone
I have used BT headsets for years, and tend to use one with the Note while on the move. If I am with people I tend to turn it off, and then I use the Note as a 'normal' phone.
I find it quite normal now after 4 months. Nobody else seems to bother about it, but I am a large bloke, 1.93m. I too get the amazed requests to see it, but generally when I use it as a tablet. At least two people have bought one based on seeing mine.
Feel ok for me. I using a bookcase type of flip casing. Initially, need some getting use to flip open the cover and slide to answer the call. Still a two hand operation when call come in when the cover is closed and latched.
As a phone, it never fails to amaze me that the Iphone looks terribly a miniscule/midget device than my Note.
As a phone and a tablet, it surely blows away the Iphone, no contest at all.
As when taking calls, I don't feel awkward holding it on my ear as my ear is actually also a bit large also (than a regular person's ear), , so the Note fits perfectly to the tee.
I've had my V for about a week now, and I noticed yesterday that if I squeeze at all from the sides, the whole frame seems to "give" a bit and makes a bit of a creaking sound. Anyone else have this? The phone hasn't been dropped at all. Not that I'm in the habit of squeezing my phone, but it's definitely noticeable, and it also seems that if the frame is prone to bending, it could lose it's watertightness as well.
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shockwaverider said:
I've had my V for about a week now, and I noticed yesterday that if I squeeze at all from the sides, the whole frame seems to "give" a bit and makes a bit of a creaking sound. Anyone else have this? The phone hasn't been dropped at all. Not that I'm in the habit of squeezing my phone, but it's definitely noticeable, and it also seems that if the frame is prone to bending, it could lose it's watertightness as well.
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Yesterday I rested my feet on the table, forgetting my V was on it and landed my heel on it. I realized that only after I completed a game of dota 2, and started looking for my phone and found it sanwiched between my feet and the table. Glad to tell you it wasn't damaged whatsoever. So don't worry yourself.
You got it, enjoy it.
Yeah, it's not that I'm worried about it falling apart or bursting into flames or anything like that, I guess I'm just a bit bummed that something I spent a bunch of money on doesn't seem to have the build quality to match the price tag. I love the phone otherwise, so I was just wondering if this is an issue with my phone, or is it common with all V's.
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my v also have similar 'click' effect like button press on the lower left frame if pressed.
Lower left side is making noice for me too, but just press hard and make sure you got it tight fit everytime you close the backside, so now my squeaky sound is gone.
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Yeah, mine has gotten a bit worse over the last couple weeks. Pressing on either side pretty much anywhere on the lower half of the phone causes fairly loud squeaking noises. I haven't had time to take it in for warranty, and I don't know if it's even worth it if it's just going to do the same thing.
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I think it could be a problem with the nxt design. My XT does the exact same thing. Seems to be a common issue overall.
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I can confirm this on my T as well. Upper left corner gives in a fraction of a millimeter (barely visible but visible, if you know what I mean) if I squeeze it and it also makes a audible noise, but I also believe it's the way the devices are designed. I'm kind of unhappy this happens for the money I spent, on the other hand, the T was considerably cheaper than a Galaxy S3 or so and it's on par regarding power. And way cooler, it can squeak I'm usually VERY PICKY about things like that, but I guess I'll get used to it. Especially after putting it in an all around rubber/gel case, I'll keep it unless it starts to seriously desintegrate any time soon.
The squeaking sound is there but it has been reduced after getting a case so I'm not so worried anymore. I suggest for you to get a case. Those hard rubber case works well in protection.
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nooooo!.. Im planning to buy this phone and i thought it has premium build quality... I guess im wrong
This issue makes me look for other options, maybe One S? what do you guys think?
chizburger said:
nooooo!.. Im planning to buy this phone and i thought it has premium build quality... I guess im wrong
This issue makes me look for other options, maybe One S? what do you guys think?
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I have no issues at all with the build quality, its absolutely brilliant for me. Xperia T, I would recommend it to anyone.
Yes, it's a common issue
I'd describe the quality as flawless. The build is excellent. Nothing to worry about.
The squeeking comes from the rather extreme design and material choice, doesnt influence the build though. As said, nothing to be worried about, I reckon.
It is premium build quality.. Don't bother with those who goes looking for noises after bending and squeezing the phone snev found a noise.. Just enjoy it, coming from a HTC one x.
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buljo said:
It is premium build quality.. Don't bother with those who goes looking for noises after bending and squeezing the phone snev found a noise.. Just enjoy it, coming from a HTC one x.
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I'm not looking for problems. Maybe this is just an issue with my handset, whatever, but it is annoying. Anyway, I put a case on the phone and decided not to bother with returning it, so there's no point in me complaining about it any more.
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Background: I owned the Nexus S, and Galaxy Nexus as daily drivers.
This is my first glass backed phone - but not until I finally removed the plastic film from it recently, did I realise how problematic it is.
In short:
DON'T LEAVE THIS PHONE ON ANY SURFACE NOT PERFECTLY LEVEL.
I mean, the slightest incline and your phone will slowly make it's way to jumping off the edge.
I had never dropped my phone in the few months since release, and the week I take off the plastic, it has hit the floor 3 times.
Once it did it over the course of a few hours in the middle of the night, from the flat night table next to the bed.
The other day, off a counter ledge in the bathroom.
Just now, from atop the microwave in the kitchen.
Each time, nothing was moving or near the phone, and it fell off seconds or minutes after putting it down. No vibration or anything occured either, which would surely expedite the falling.
If you put this phone down on a not-level surface (ie, anything that would cause a ball to roll) you can watch it ever so gradually slide and move around. I can't even put it on a short stack of 6 pieces of paper on my desk without it slipping off before long. I'm telling you these are surfaces that you wouldn't know weren't level if not for this phone treating it like an ice skating rink. Nothing has ever fallen off of them, previously.
I hate it. I wouldn't change the phone to another, but still. Frictionless glass backing SUCKS.
Oh, and luckily no cracks or damage. So far. But I've learned my lesson and now have to wall it in with other objects it can't move past.
Now i know
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I'm sorry but... IBL.
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Get a screen protector for the back or a nice case
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EnIXmA said:
Get a screen protector for the back or a nice case
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Whilst I recommend a case for pretty much everyone else I know, I'm careful enough to go "naked" and appreciate the phone as designed. It's just an adjustment in this case, and I don't anticipate it falling ever again.
A stupid adjustment I shouldn't have to make, but there you go.
Your physics concepts are fu**ed up,if there is no friction,the phone would be slipping away from your hands every seconds already,go back to school to study man. In your situation,it is called lesser friction.
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In other news, walking on gravel without shoes hurts and standing outside when it's snowing will make you cold.
Yes, it's got a shiny back and yes, funnily this makes it more likely to slide off things.
If it bothers you, get a bumper. I did and it doesn't slide around now. I also bought shoes for the snow and that fixed my feet too.
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davidang said:
Your physics concepts are fu**ed up,if there is no friction,the phone would be slipping away from your hands every seconds already,go back to school to study man. In your situation,it is called lesser friction.
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Hahaha yeah my physics are just so CRAZY. It couldn't merely be my writing, you know: using a word that conveys the relative amount of friction, rather than scientifically correct terminology. Get over yourself.
And whilst we're at it, unless you were somehow holding the phone only by its "frictionless" back, it wouldn't slip out of your hands, now would it? Oh, the irony of your terrible post.
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I'm sorry but... IBL.
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New moderator?
We had plenty of rant threads, no need to open another one.
So yes, thread locked.