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The NS looks slick as hell naked, no question there. But I'm terrified to set the thing down because the back is so glossy and plasticity. Hope somebody makes a nice rubberized door for it like the EVO has. Because I HATE cases.
Ditto.... I already have a few small scratches
Get some rubberized stain spray paint from lowes/home depot.
Sand, spray, enjoy.
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Get some rubberized stain spray paint from lowes/home depot.
Sand, spray, enjoy.
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I kinda meant something that DOESN'T look like a DIY POS.
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I kinda meant something that DOESN'T look like a DIY POS.
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Haha, no ****.
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I kinda meant something that DOESN'T look like a DIY POS.
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If you can't handle a spray can properly, that's kinda depressing.
This is actually not a bad idea. You could use Plasti-dip for this. Just spray the 1st coat. Let it dry than spray another. I say spray about 4 coats and once its dry it will be matte black in color and provide you a nice grip and the best thing is that it will peel right off cause it dries as plastic!. I might actually do this. I have a few can's left from using on my car. (Available at Home Depot and probably lowes)
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If you can't handle a spray can properly, that's kinda depressing.
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Even if you spray it evenly, the resulting back cover will not be flush with the rest of the phone. Do you have any pictures of a DIY job that looks good? I know people have tried with the other Galaxy S phones (Captivate excluded) but I haven't seen any that look that good IMO.
The back will cost 5-10$ to replace... Don't worry so much
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Even if you spray it evenly, the resulting back cover will not be flush with the rest of the phone. Do you have any pictures of a DIY job that looks good? I know people have tried with the other Galaxy S phones (Captivate excluded) but I haven't seen any that look that good IMO.
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It's spray paint not body filler.
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It's spray paint not body filler.
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Obviously, but have you seen pictures where it didn't look like a DIY POS like the person said? You end up having a nice phone with an ugly back cover that is not flush with the sides of the phone. If you have seen a good DIY job, show some pics like I said so we can see what it looks like. What is acceptable looking to you may not be to others.
The PlastiDip looks quite nice, and I am very picky. I also like the grip. The stock case is ugly...too glossy, a fingerprint magnet, and slippery to the point where I nearly drop the phone.
My Nexus S is currently my only camera so I can't post any decent photos of the completed cover on the phone, but I'll post some later when my girlfriend gets home. I'm sure the majority of you will be pleasantly surprised at the results.
Here's a shot I took after applying the second coat.
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The back will cost 5-10$ to replace... Don't worry so much
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It's gonna cost a little more than $5. The Nexus S has a NFC antenna molded into the rear cover, along with some connection points that allow it to interface with the phone.
I doubt that you could find a back for a SGS for $5, much less a NS.
My $.02
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It's gonna cost a little more than $5. The Nexus S has a NFC antenna molded into the rear cover, along with some connection points that allow it to interface with the phone.
I doubt that you could find a back for a SGS for $5, much less a NS.
My $.02
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Yes I did notice that chip as well....
tech338 said:
It's gonna cost a little more than $5. The Nexus S has a NFC antenna molded into the rear cover, along with some connection points that allow it to interface with the phone.
I doubt that you could find a back for a SGS for $5, much less a NS.
My $.02
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It's not molded in, it's an printed circuit on an vinyl base with adhesive, that is stuck to the inside of the cover.
Also NFC/RFID are dirt cheap to produce.
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The PlastiDip looks quite nice, and I am very picky. I also like the grip. The stock case is ugly...too glossy, a fingerprint magnet, and slippery to the point where I nearly drop the phone.
My Nexus S is currently my only camera so I can't post any decent photos of the completed cover on the phone, but I'll post some later when my girlfriend gets home. I'm sure the majority of you will be pleasantly surprised at the results.
Here's a shot I took after applying the second coat.
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Looking forward to seeing the final pictures. I will probably end up trying the PlastiDip route if it looks okay. Did you have to do anything to prep the cover before you sprayed it like sanding?
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Looking forward to seeing the final pictures. I will probably end up trying the PlastiDip route if it looks okay. Did you have to do anything to prep the cover before you sprayed it like sanding?
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No prep. Just four carefully applied thin coats. It's completely dry now and I'm VERY happy with the results. Pictures within the hour.
This actually looks amazingly nice. What did you use?
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This actually looks amazingly nice. What did you use?
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Thanks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=881062
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Thanks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=881062
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Thanks for sharing the pictures. It looks better than I thought a DIY job would. Nice.
I love my Nexus S. Yes, the build quality is plastic, yet anything but cheap. I've seen a lot of compliments on the slick back cover (battery door). However, it's not to my taste. I find it to be overly reflective, a fingerprint magnet, and slippery to the point where I would drop my phone if it were not for the reverse chin.
Solution: DIY Soft touch battery door (rubberized back cover)
I simply applied four thin layers of spray on black PlastiDip. As in the instructions, make sure to shake the can thoroughly for a full minute and keep the can of PlastiDip a full 12-16 inches from the back cover of the phone. Wait a full 30 minutes between coats. Make sure to spray all the way around the edge of the battery door into the back of the cover. If you do not coat the edge your coating will eventually begin to peel at the edge. The easiest method is probably to mask off the contacts for the NFC antenna and spray the entire cover, inside and out. That way there is no rubber seam to peel at the edge.
Here are the results. I think the images phone2.jpg and phone3.jpg most accurately show the results. The closeups tend to make the cover look more textured than it actually appears.
PlastiDip is easily peeled off if you start at an edge, but difficult to peel off unintentionally. If I ever get bored with the finish or want to sell the phone I can remove the rubber within seconds.
yeah i used this for my galaxy S, pretty good idea actually lol
I like it. Did you sand before painting? If so what grade? Thanks in advance.
No sanding required. Just a thorough cleaning with water then spray on PlastiDip.
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I like it. Did you sand before painting? If so what grade? Thanks in advance.
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I dont think any sanding is needed because it simply peels off.
Is plastidip messy? because I'm gonna try this when I get home but it 20F outside and Im not wait thirty mins between coats in such weather lol. So I hope its doable in the house. However when I do mine I might put tape over the Google logo and peel it off after all dry and clean because I dont wanna lose that, I could careless about the samsung tho lol
Whats great is you dont need to sand and ruin the cover and simply peels off.
Thanks for sharing think im going to try this, might do clear color
I wonder if Walmart sells PlastiDip
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I wonder if Walmart sells PlastiDip
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I looked online and ace hardware, home depot and lowes carry it
That looks better than I thought it would. I think it's time to take a trip to Home Depot
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I looked online and ace hardware, home depot and lowes carry it
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Thanks bro. I'll stop by Home Depot after work I guess
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But what about other cases or the front of the phone? You can't fit a regular cases now or any sort of holster. How is it in the pocket?
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But what about other cases or the front of the phone? You can't fit a regular cases now or any sort of holster. How is it in the pocket?
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Even with four thin coats, it doesn't add enough bulk to prevent another case from fitting on the phone. For the screen, I use a Zagg for now until something better comes out. As for the feel in the pocket it is a little tacky. It doesn't slide in and out of the pocket as smoothly as I'd like, but in my opinion it's a necessary trade off. I still prefer the rubberized back.
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But what happens if you put a holster/case on? Won't it degrade the rubber?
What about the NFC chip? this is what worries me about the Nexus S, the NFC relies on this "cheap, plastic" cover... The NFC chip needs to be within centimeters of the other object's NFC chip. Wouldn't this interfere? Anyone try after applying a case or using this rubberized method?
This coating doesn't add centimeters of thickness to the back, so it should be fine.
Just make sure u hold can 12"-16" from cover I was too close on my first coat so I sprayed too much on there. But it looks fine
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I looked online and ace hardware, home depot and lowes carry it
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What exactly is it called? "PlastiDip" ? I searched for that on Lowe's website and found nothing.
Home Depot's site is down right now for maintenance, at 7pm on the west coast.. wtf Home Depot, get your act together.
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Just make sure u hold can 12"-16" from cover I was too close on my first coat so I sprayed too much on there. But it looks fine
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Many thin layers works best. Also, you have to make sure the rubber on the sides is as thick as the back, and spray it all the way around the lip of the battery door. If you don't coat around the edge into the inside of the battery door your rubber will eventually begin to peel at the edge.
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Many thin layers works best. Also, you have to make sure the rubber on the sides is as thick as the back, and spray it all the way around the lip of the battery door. If you don't coat around the edge into the inside of the battery door your rubber will eventually begin to peel at the edge.
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Thanks a lot bro.... I peeled off the the first try it wasnt bad but i got the hang of it now im trying to be perfect
I had an ipad smart cover laying around from an ipad 2 so I cracked the cover open to take out the magnets. Not as easy as it seems with just a pocket knife. One of then cracked into 3rds so i took one piece, found where the on screen magnet is and then traced out that area on teh asus cover, then used a knife to dig a spot that size about as deep as the magnet to make it fit. I am using tape right now to hold it but plan to use a dab of model glue when I get some.
It works perfect and closes flat. Bit ghetto I know, but heck better then paying for a whole new case when I got mine free.
Nothing wrong with ghetto if it works
I've been thinking of giving this a go as well. I've been considering heating the magnet up so it melts into the cover to get it as flush as possible.
Another one here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075663
Has anyone experimented with size and strengths of magnet required?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50-Neodym...851?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c2f051e33
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l2736&_nkw=thin+magnet
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sheet-Self-Adhesive-Magnetic-0-7mm/dp/B00835LB6G/ref=pd_sim_sbs_kh_7
I used a drill to bore a hole straight through the front cover and then placed a magnet in it. Then I taped a thin piece of sheet metal inside the bottom left corner of the case to block the magnet from triggering when folded back. Works like a charm.
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I'm wondering if a surface-mounted thin Neodymium magnet (10mm x 0.5mm thick) would do the trick?
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I've been thinking of giving this a go as well. I've been considering heating the magnet up so it melts into the cover to get it as flush as possible.
Another one here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075663
Has anyone experimented with size and strengths of magnet required?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50-Neodym...851?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c2f051e33
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The one I used is REALLY small and it doesn't effect from the back. It also doesn't stick through the front of the cover.
I think these magnets would work well.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-earth-...330?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f1cf0176a
I was looking at the same type of magnet too, then I thought about using the rubber magents like these, which could be left exposed on the cover without risk of marking the screen:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A4-Sheet-...UK_Crafts_Other_Crafts_EH&hash=item33714ffbc3
(Magnetic Disks 9.5mm X 0.75mm)
I wonder of the rubber magnets would be strong enough, or the neodymium magnets too strong?
ive got a ****load of small magnet discs if ya'll are interested. you pay for shipping, ill do USPS + $2 for the disks (3 of them). shoot me a PM.
i will *not* ship outside of the USA. :highfive:
Is this something that you can get locally???
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Great job, pretty smart way to recycle old accessories.
there is one MAJOR flaw with that logic.....The fact is that there are 2 ways to destroy a magnet 1)heat and 2)shock. So if you attempt to melt the magnet all you will have is a puddle of molten metal. Quick lesson, magnets work when all the molecules are lined up in one direction. If those lines are disrupted then it will no longer be magnetic .
QUOTE=Aleemz;36352496]I've been thinking of giving this a go as well. I've been considering heating the magnet up so it melts into the cover to get it as flush as possible.
Another one here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075663
Has anyone experimented with size and strengths of magnet required?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50-Neodym...851?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c2f051e33
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l2736&_nkw=thin+magnet
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sheet-Self-Adhesive-Magnetic-0-7mm/dp/B00835LB6G/ref=pd_sim_sbs_kh_7[/QUOTE]
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there is one MAJOR flaw with that logic.....The fact is that there are 2 ways to destroy a magnet 1)heat and 2)shock. So if you attempt to melt the magnet all you will have is a puddle of molten metal. Quick lesson, magnets work when all the molecules are lined up in one direction. If those lines are disrupted then it will no longer be magnetic .
QUOTE=Aleemz;36352496]I've been thinking of giving this a go as well. I've been considering heating the magnet up so it melts into the cover to get it as flush as possible.
Another one here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075663
Has anyone experimented with size and strengths of magnet required?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50-Neodym...851?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c2f051e33
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l2736&_nkw=thin+magnet
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I believe his goal is to melt the plastic, not the magnet.
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there is one MAJOR flaw with that logic.....The fact is that there are 2 ways to destroy a magnet 1)heat and 2)shock. So if you attempt to melt the magnet all you will have is a puddle of molten metal. Quick lesson, magnets work when all the molecules are lined up in one direction. If those lines are disrupted then it will no longer be magnetic .
QUOTE=Aleemz;36352496]I've been thinking of giving this a go as well. I've been considering heating the magnet up so it melts into the cover to get it as flush as possible.
Another one here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075663
Has anyone experimented with size and strengths of magnet required?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50-Neodym...851?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c2f051e33
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l2736&_nkw=thin+magnet
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sheet-Self-Adhesive-Magnetic-0-7mm/dp/B00835LB6G/ref=pd_sim_sbs_kh_7
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is this a senior moment ?
Aleemz said:
I've been thinking of giving this a go as well. I've been considering heating the magnet up so it melts into the cover to get it as flush as possible.
Another one here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075663
Has anyone experimented with size and strengths of magnet required?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/50-Neodym...851?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item1c2f051e33
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l2736&_nkw=thin+magnet
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sheet-Self-Adhesive-Magnetic-0-7mm/dp/B00835LB6G/ref=pd_sim_sbs_kh_7
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rastlin said:
there is one MAJOR flaw with that logic.....The fact is that there are 2 ways to destroy a magnet 1)heat and 2)shock. So if you attempt to melt the magnet all you will have is a puddle of molten metal. Quick lesson, magnets work when all the molecules are lined up in one direction. If those lines are disrupted then it will no longer be magnetic.
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I believe his goal is to melt the plastic, not the magnet.
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Thanks knitler, thats exactly what I meant. Heat the magnet and press into the cover so it melts the cover with the aim of getting the magnet to sit as flush as possible.
Heating a magnet can alter it's magnetic properties, but the magnetic domains are only destroyed if the magnet is heated past it's Curie temperature. Remember, magnets are used in many high temperature environments - environments which are hot enough to melt plastic, but not destroy the magnetic domains
Anyway, I managed to get hold of some 9.5mm x 0.75mm neodymium magnets with a 3M adhesive on one side. Works a treat
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Anyway, I managed to get hold of some 9.5mm x 0.75mm neodymium magnets with a 3M adhesive on one side. Works a treat
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Nice but it seems like the magnet will touch the screen. Can't that scratch it or even worse make it more likely that a blow to the cover will break it?
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bsoplinger said:
Nice but it seems like the magnet will touch the screen. Can't that scratch it or even worse make it more likely that a blow to the cover will break it?
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The magnet is very smooth, with rounded edges. I don't think it will scratch, but I'm going to mod this further. I have a vinyl/plastic/leather repair kit that's used to carry out repairs to upholstery etc. It comes with various coloured pastes that can be mixed to achieve an almost perfect colour match. I'm going to try to cover the magnet with some of this stuff once I achieve a good colour match.
I think the case would have to receive quite a hard blow for it to crack the screen, which I'm sure could happen with or without the magnet. The magnet is quite thin and I might even look to embed it into the cover like the OP did with his.
Video: https://www.dropbox.com/s/08q86hzkthnkqts/2013-01-10 21.26.44.mp4
Just a quick update on my little mod. I've been using it for a few days now, and the smart feature has been working fine. When the cover is in the open position, it will turn the tablet off if I squeeze the cover with my fingers in the position of the magnet. However, if I hold it normally, the 'hinge' of the cover has enough tension to keep the cover from folding flat on itself, and the tablet stays awake.
If this becomes an issue as the hinge becomes more flexible, I could use a weaker magnet, or embed something in the plastic cover behind the magnet to act as a shield.
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Just a quick update on my little mod.
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Looks completely professional. Did you find some sort of sticky plastic tape disc to cover it?
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Looks completely professional. Did you find some sort of sticky plastic tape disc to cover it?
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Thanks, I just used some insulating/electrical tape and cut it in a circle with scissors. I didn't know whether it would stick properly so just used black tape as that's all I had.
Now I know it will stay, I'll get some grey coloured tape that matches the cover better. This should look neater than the original idea of covering the magnet with some liquid plastic type material.
The best case so far is the Griffin survivor knockoff but it is very cheaply made. The screen protector scratches very easily. Does anyone have an idea where I could get the material used for the screen protector that Otterbox uses ?
Otterbox defender has a good quality protector but unfortunately it has cutouts for the home button as well as the top Speaker.
ARE there any other options ? Does anyone have any ideas how to dust proof the Otterbox?
Dust definitely is a problem with this case. I end up taking it apart to clean a couple of times a day, which sounds worse than it really is, even to me - When I think about it, I'm like, "Ugh, what a pain", but then, after, I'm like, "That wasn't so bad".
Anyway, in response to your question, I do have an idea, but haven't tried it and probably won't because I don't mind the cleaning.
You could cut to size and glue rubber washers to the inside of the screen, outlining the cutouts.
Tape. Put a small piece non sticky side up over the home button opening then tape it down from the inside do the same with the speaker cutout and use a needle to perforate it. If you're good with an exacto knife you could cut colored tape to fill the opening then use a small strip of crystal clear packing tape to seal it into place. It's cheap and easily replaceable when dust gets stuck to it. It'll serve 2 purposes of helping block the dust and catching what sneaks by.
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What is the point?? You might as well put it in a glass case and never touch it. It's not a mickey mantle rookie card, it's a frikin phone.
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What is the point?? You might as well put it in a glass case and never touch it. It's not a mickey mantle rookie card, it's a frikin phone.
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Some people work in environments with lots of silica dust which will destroy the screen in no time. It's no fun to have a hazy scuffed up screen on your $700 phone.
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If I worked in an environment prone to dust/sand, I'd have an otterbox no doubt!
I don't mind a few scratches on my phones body/midframe but my screen must stay relatively pristine. Scratches on my viewing area drive me insane :thumbdown: luckily I have an office job, but I do live in Florida and there's lots of sand around to wreak havok on your screen. For that reason alone I never put mine in a pocket cuz I prefer my glass naked, so I use a microfiber/microsuede lined leather holster with the bottom corners open so the sand and dust can fall out easily.
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If I worked in an environment prone to dust/sand, I'd have an otterbox no doubt!
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Defender for Note 2 won't save you from dust. For someone working in such harsh environment, I wouldn't even recommend getting N2 but rather S3 with Otterbox Armor soon to be released. Seidio OBEX might work as well. But those are not for N2
+1 for survivor case..that is what we can get for now on our note 2..
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I guess I don't see how taping over the speaker and the punching tiny holes in the tape solves anything. Also tape would peel and get dirty. Just put a quality sp on and buy a good case, then leave everything else up to the gods.
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Tape costs a few bucks for a big roll. When it peels you replace it, same with getting dusty. Thats the whole point of using tape so the dust sticks to it instead of getting and and being able to move around. As for perforating the tape, a few small holes is much harder for dust to get thru than a large opening, but will let the sound thru fairly well. Obviously you've never had to protect electronics in a harsh environment. One of the most common things done to protect ordinary electronics in the desert is put tape over the ports to prevent sand from getting in. Same in wet environments only you use heavier tape like no residue duct tape.
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I found this on Amazon and remembered seeing this post. Figured I'd bring it to your attention. I was looking at the zero lemon battery and stumbled on this. Waterproof and dust proof.
summercomm-- Waterproof Skin Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 Multi Purpose Protective Skin for Underwater Activity, Fishing, Ski, Snowboarding, Sand-proof, Dustproof, Bath Tub
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B5A16R0/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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I just had a marvelous idea. Put the phone in a zip lock bag and use a bluetooth earpiece. :good:
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Tape costs a few bucks for a big roll. When it peels you replace it, same with getting dusty. Thats the whole point of using tape so the dust sticks to it instead of getting and and being able to move around. As for perforating the tape, a few small holes is much harder for dust to get thru than a large opening, but will let the sound thru fairly well. Obviously you've never had to protect electronics in a harsh environment. One of the most common things done to protect ordinary electronics in the desert is put tape over the ports to prevent sand from getting in. Same in wet environments only you use heavier tape like no residue duct tape.
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Yes obviously, because you know me, I've never had to protect my device in the desert.
But you would be wrong, I did 4 combat tours in Iraq and I never had a problem with a screen protector and a case. I been in sandstorms so bad you couldn't see in front of your face and I've never damaged a device. So before you go assuming things that you know nothing about maybe you should stop and think before you put your foot I your mouth.
In fact I still have the ipod I took with me and it works perfectly, as did my mates.
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I have the book type flip case with holes on the flip cover for accepting calls and all that stuff but its not dust proof and I hate it..dust gets to my screen everytime and it damages my chrome bezel and back cover
I just got a note 8 and having previous Samsung phones I know the shiny bezel is very easy to scratch even in a case. Do you think it's a dumb idea to cut a few narrow strips of clear packing tape and put it on the frame/bezel covering up the shiny susceptible part? I'd put it on both sides and the top and then put it back into my unicorn beetle case. I'm not sure if I should attempt to cover the volume/bixby/power buttons with it yet. I guess my only concern would be it seeming tacky or it actually peeling the paint off... I tested it on my s7 edge and it didn't peel or leave residue however the bezel on it is different than the note 8. It's more of a matte color.
ArmorSuit MilitaryShield - Galaxy Note 8 Screen Protector + Clear Full Body Back Protector Lifetime Replacement Anti-Bubble https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07535WFS6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_g65zAbQPF529M
I'd be careful with tape, noting the reports about bad/peeling paint... You might tear off the paint when removing the tape. Better use like the easy removable scotch desk tape.
Just use low adhesive 3m/ Scotch blue painters tape .
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Well for now I put about 5 strips of regular scotch tape around the bezels and put the case back on. I even covered up all the physical buttons. This tape isn't as thick as the packing tape but it'll prevent scrapes. Taking it all off might be a bit of a pain in the ass because scotch tape tends to come apart in pieces but oh well... At least I know my bezel is scratch proof for now. The case actually fits tighter/feels even more secure now. I also already took a few strips off and then reapplied just to make sure it wouldn't take the paint off lol I highly doubt this is possible.
But you already opened 4 threads on the same subject.
What's tomorrow's thread ?
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Dejan Sathanas said:
But you already opened 4 threads on the same subject.
What's tomorrow's thread ?
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Will my Note 8 cure cancer to my toe? Lol jp um na OP fine. People get excited and worry. I mean this is phone is pretty dam expensive.
Nick216ohio said:
Will my Note 8 cure cancer to my toe? Lol jp um na OP fine. People get excited and worry. I mean this is phone is pretty dam expensive.
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I'd just be content with it curing my athletes foot.
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