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Black carbon fiber battery door replacement

I bought it from ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Carbon-Brus...lePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item53ef678d0f
I must have been lucky cause it arrived in 6 days - overseas shipping Hong Kong to New Zealand
Overall the fit of the case is really good, fits as good as my oem one. Everything clicks into place.
The carbon fibre immitation weave looks good, its made up of plastic. It kinda reminds me of a wicker basket pattern.
The texture feels alot grippier than stock case and has a matte finish to it.

What about NFC? And does it come in other colors?
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I'm pretty sure these ones don't have nfc
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NO NFC Chip
It also comes in white

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Buzz20 said:
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Really handsome case!

anyone know if this will work with the AT&T variant?

DJSYNTHVIRUS said:
anyone know if this will work with the AT&T variant?
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All Note 2 variants have the same dimensions

Just bought one
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Wow sweet find! Thanks!

Man that looks great! If there was one that had NFC, I'd buy it for sure
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Why not just take it off the old case?
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Looks a bit thicker than stock. Is it?

blumesa said:
Why not just take it off the old case?
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Has anyone done this?

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I saw this listed on EBay and now that I see what it looks like installed, I may get one myself. I'll bet it would look sweet with a black aluminum bumper case too! My only concern is if it's thicker than the original cover. The bumper cases are a pretty tight fit.

I don't have any calipers to measure it but it feels real slim. At a guess it may be like 1mm thicker but minimal.
I haven't tried removing my stock nfc as I don't use it so can't answer your question
There was another guy on this forum who bought several battery door to try but haven't heard any update from him
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Do these affect signal? I had one of these on my GS3 and could not get LTE unless I took it off. Overall reception was bad while using it.
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Sweet ordered a couple.
Now for a bumper that will fit the sides well.
Any idea or have anyone tried a bumper with this yet?
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Here is someone selling a aftermarket back door and the aluminum bumper together. This leads me to think it will fit without a problem...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-in-1-Meta...4?pt=PDA_Accessories&var=&hash=item416eac2e42
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Might have a go at diy'ing it with some carbon vinyl. Wait till my metal bumper case arrives first
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Otterbox defender screen protector!

We all know it's defective, I removed, I put my own, but now the case is a little too flexible? Anybody have a fix for this? And when revision 2 ever comes out, will we get a chance to exchange ours?
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Where the protector was actually glued to the plastic top housing piece, use a thin strip of foam tape (preferably 3m) all the way around about a 1/10th of an inch from the edge. The foam will sit between the top piece of the case and your phone.
Basically you are replacing the thickness of the glue + screen protector that helped keep the case nice and tight. It also helps to keep dust out of the case.
Even if the foam tape is 1/4 of a inch thick, it has a lot of give when pressed.

Thanks for help, appreciate it!
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this thread makes me sad. All these mods just to get it in working condition. I love this case but ripping out sp buying another. Cutting down the button. Tape... sad panda
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mark112089 said:
this thread makes me sad. All these mods just to get it in working condition. I love this case but ripping out sp buying another. Cutting down the button. Tape... sad panda
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What is the cutting down the button nonsense? Mine works fine.
The screen protector works no differently than they did before or than that on the lifeproof...not getting all of the complaints. ..if one chooses to remove it so be it.. not really validation for the complaint imo
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00mred00 said:
What is the cutting down the button nonsense? Mine works fine.
The screen protector works no differently than they did before or than that on the lifeproof...not getting all of the complaints. ..if one chooses to remove it so be it.. not really validation for the complaint imo
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some users report the button sticking and to fix it you can cut down the material, probably isnt a problem with everyone.

My power button was fine. I just didn't like the gap between the screen protector. Felt weird. I had the phantom case for the s3 and it didn't have that. But we all can't get what we want.
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I wouldn't remove the screen protector on the Otterbox Defender, although the pressure sensitivity of the S-pen is highly questionable.

I recommend this case great and adds no bulk to note 2 i give it a 10 out of 10

I purchased this case on ebay great price free shipping phone looks good protects note 2 just fine it doesnt make bulky heres link to purchase and pics http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=281028003729
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This case is only good for protection from scratches. While using this case I dropped my Note 2 from 2 feet onto pavement and the screen cracked. The case is great if you want something very slim but I wouldn't trust it for drop protection. The casemate tough case is also very slim but provides 10 times more protection.
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I only use this case for after work during work i use a otterbox commuter
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Yep, read another post with someone dropping their phone using this case and it shattered the screen. It's slim and protects from scratches, but next to nothing drop protection.
+1 for Case-Mate Tough as one of the slimmest cases with a drop protection on par with other cases twice of it's thickness.

awesome!

I just like this case cause phone still looks sexy with it and im pretty carefull with my phones but i do construction work so otterbox comnuter goes on at work
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I like my cruzerlite case, this doesnt look all that great.
Lol but everytime i see Verizon customers with note 2 it makes me giggle, cuz of that home button advertisement.
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EvoYas said:
Lol but everytime i see Verizon customers with note 2 it makes me giggle, cuz of that home button advertisement.
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I have the aluminum button from spigen over the home button for that very reason.
Back to this case to be honest I didn't even think it looked all that great. The back is an absolute grease and finger print magnet.
After getting my phone replaced I tried out the seidio surface case (which I liked, good kickstand) before finally settling on the casemate tough case. It seems to be the perfect marriage of slimness and protection. Although I'm probably going to order the seidio convert case add on for the surface case I already own for those trips where I might want additional protection.
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Hey how is that aluminum home button is it sturdy does it last
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boogief1 said:
Hey how is that aluminum home button is it sturdy does it last
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It comes in 3 colors for 10 bucks. Actually the black and silver look very nice, much better than stock and I actually prefer the tactile feel. It has a very nice metallic spiral design. I was concerned about the button moving around but after 3 weeks so far the adhesive is very good. I'd recommend it especially if you have a Verizon note 2.
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I just ordered some ill take ur word
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looks good

I had a slim case on my N2 once, a Nilkin one but pretty much the same design as this one.
Then I dropped my phone whilst getting out the car, and now I have a dirty great big crack across the bottom of my screen. No insurance...
Now I have my phone in an Otterbox, with a film screen protector to hopefully stop the crack getting worse. I has a very big sad.
Do yourself a favour, avoid slim cases as they're worse than useless. They give a false sense of security that WILL be shattered, along with your screen, when you drop it. If you're going for a case, get something that PROTECTS!

That's exactly what I just wrote in another thread for Case-Mate Tough. If you want a super slim case, great grip, and durable corner protection to give you a piece of mind - there is no better choice but Tough case.

Got Bored from the Slippy Grip_Note2_N7100

Hi everybody,
Here you can post your experience about the slippy grip of your mobile (especially N7100), and how you've got rid of it; either with using special casing or without using any casing.
Thanks for your participation.
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I didn't. The Note 2 needs to be slippery for me so it can slip into my pocket.

I tried to use casing, but itmakes mobile looks bigger, also I removed the chrome from the bezel thinking it will help, although it looks more fun to me but still very slippery. I'm searching here and there, the only reasonable solution is to replace the battery cover with one like Note3 battery cover, but it's not available in markets in my country, I have to go through ebay or amazon
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aladdin2101 said:
I tried to use casing, but itmakes mobile looks bigger, also I removed the chrome from the bezel thinking it will help, although it looks more fun to me but still very slippery. I'm searching here and there, the only reasonable solution is to replace the battery cover with one like Note3 battery cover, but it's not available in markets in my country, I have to go through ebay or amazon
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If you're willing to try; you could spray it with Plasti-Dip http://www.plastidip.com/
It will give your phone a rubbery/grippy feel, but is easily removed if needed.
You could either spray the battery cover with it, or also spray the bezel as well for ultimate grip.

I use an Imak Cowboy shell case; it has a really nice/grippy texture and adds very little bulk to the phone. You can pick them up for $10 on eBay.
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Braneless said:
I use an Imak Cowboy shell case; it has a really nice/grippy texture and adds very little bulk to the phone. You can pick them up for $10 on eBay.
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Could you share some photos?
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I find the Ringke Slim case adds a nice level of grip, or rather adds a non slippery surface that's grippy enough. It still slips effortlessly in and out of my pocket. Also it really doesn't add any bulk at all. Try a search and I'm sure you'll see some photos.
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Could you share some photos?
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Sure. I'm loving this case: it's nice and grippy, fits snug, and looks pretty good. Not bad for $10 shipped.

Optimistic Pessimist said:
If you're willing to try; you could spray it with Plasti-Dip http://www.plastidip.com/
It will give your phone a rubbery/grippy feel, but is easily removed if needed.
You could either spray the battery cover with it, or also spray the bezel as well for ultimate grip.
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took your advice. put plasti-dip on the back cover and its freaking amazing. no more slippery note 2.
i had ordered the 'leather' back cover but that didn't provide any grip. plasti dip is amazing.
thanks

Braneless said:
Sure. I'm loving this case: it's nice and grippy, fits snug, and looks pretty good. Not bad for $10 shipped.
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You're right .. it looks very nice.
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its_ja10 said:
took your advice. put plasti-dip on the back cover and its freaking amazing. no more slippery note 2.
i had ordered the 'leather' back cover but that didn't provide any grip. plasti dip is amazing.
thanks
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I'll try to get that .. I hope to find it easily. Thanks
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aladdin2101 said:
I tried to use casing, but itmakes mobile looks bigger, also I removed the chrome from the bezel thinking it will help, although it looks more fun to me but still very slippery. I'm searching here and there, the only reasonable solution is to replace the battery cover with one like Note3 battery cover, but it's not available in markets in my country, I have to go through ebay or amazon
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mind sharing how you removed the chrome? and sharing photos to see how it looks? thanks

gretschpr said:
mind sharing how you removed the chrome? and sharing photos to see how it looks? thanks
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Scotch Brite scouring pad might do it.
I recall people using that method to give a 'matte' appearance to the GS2 plastic bezel.

Aluminium backless bumper

Anyone have try this?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/15120217210...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I wonder if have any problem to fit with glass screen protector.

or this - http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Meta...-Version-D802-Ultrathin-0-7mm/1832067061.html ?

Interesting this bumper...waiting a comment =D

neof1z said:
Anyone have try this?
I wonder if have any problem to fit with glass screen protector.
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I bought the G.Lider aluminum bumper case in blue from Casefanatic thinking it would fit the vs980 but no luck, the thicker back makes the case a little too small (sorry I can't post link, have less than 10 posts...)
I tried to return it but casefanatic is ignoring my emails. not sure how it would do with the screen protector, but if you want to try it for a lower price pm me if you'd like to buy it from me -- looks really slick and good quality, although I can't say how it'll hold up in the long term...

I have the second one on vs980. It was a little hard to get on but is great once its on. ( took out the little foam inside) Very solid feel. I've had a few drops from various heights and its protected nicely. No noticeable signal drop and all the ports line up correctly. Had to shave my charger down a little though to get it to fit in the smaller hole.I have an x gear carbon fiber skin and my phone is bad to the bone.
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i have tried it..
it feels like a premium finish but is slightly thick..
so at first it is like u have a thick phone but after that it feels normal..

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Looks Very Nice!!!!
Its different from the case i order (post 1).

neof1z said:
Looks Very Nice!!!!
Its different from the case i order (post 1).
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Yea, mine is the one from the second post. The one in yours has a lip on the front and I didn't want that. I use a lot of edge gestures.
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look a bit annoying the edge where are the screws

I was using an aluminum bumper case and my GPS turned to crap. Nothing else seemed to be affected but the GPS was definitely worse. I can literally take the case off get an instant lock. Put the case back on and it says searching for location.
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G.lider aluminum bumper case
I am using the G.lider case for at&t g2 (not the one from pics above) and it works great. I really like that it is metal. Signal was not affected at all
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TyJones916 said:
I am using the G.lider case for at&t g2 (not the one from pics above) and it works great. I really like that it is metal. Signal was not affected at all
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I have the silver bumper with the screws in the bottom right hand corner. Seems to be working absolutely fine so far, and doesn't really add all too much bulk to it. Only complaint I have is the nobbly bit where the case screws together. I use my phone with my right hand a lot and this digs into my palm. Phone signal and WiFi not affected by this case, yet to try GPS.

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is the screen sticking out of the case?? (best way i could word that)

Nice..

I've been looking for something like that. Looks nice

houvercraft666 said:
is the screen sticking out of the case?? (best way i could word that)
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The screen is pretty much flush with it, I have a screen protector and that's why it looks like it sticks out. I used to like having a lip to protect the screen from scratches but I have edge gestures set up now so I like it to be flush