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I recently broke my front screen. Sent it to LG for repair. I was surprised that LG only charged $140 for it. They were really fast too, only had the phone for 5 days. Just wanted to let people know because I've seen some screens or repair offers elsewhere online for a lot more. If you break your screen, probably best to just send it to LG.
EDIT: I should say that the repair center I was directed to was in Fort Worth, TX. So it didn't take long for the phone to get there and back either. All told I was without it for 9 days.
Good to know , how's the screen now:thumbup:
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Good to know , how's the screen now:thumbup:
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Screen's pristine.
I Believe it's the standard price for most screens these days. ... same price for s3 or the bigger note 2
scribbled from my note 2 (N7100)
Not a bad price, consider though it's initial cost, the screen repair is 40% of a new phone. Or you could look at it like a 60% savings
They didn't mess anything up in the process?
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Just had the same thing happen to me after owning the phone for about 3 weeks. I shipped it to Ft Worth on a Wed, they received on Friday, got the email from them with detailed info/pricing on Monday, Paid the $140 on Tuesday, they shipped the phone fixed on Thursday and I got it via FedEx on Saturday. So its about a week and a half process from sending to receiving, not bad at all.
The only thing that I will say is that in my particular case, they didn't fix my screen, they sent me a replacement device. I didn't know this until I looked at the device and the receipt. If it's a "brand new" replacement, or a refurb, I'm not sure but its in perfect condition, N4 hasn't been out for long so who knows how many actual damaged units they received and refurbed them for replacements. Not sure either why they didn't just fixed my screen and send me my unit back, all it had is a cracked screen and a impact blemish on the bezel.
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... Not sure either why they didn't just fixed my screen and send me my unit back, all it had is a cracked screen and a impact blemish on the bezel.
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I have found that with HTC, Samsung, and now LG that in almost all cases they will send you a replacement device instead of repairing your device and sending it back. It allows for quicker turn around time and it is probably more cost effective than paying to have staff on hand to do the repairs. They will probably send your broken phone back to where it was originally made to have the repair done before selling it as a refurbished device to someone else.
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I have found that with HTC, Samsung, and now LG that in almost all cases they will send you a replacement device instead of repairing your device and sending it back. It allows for quicker turn around time and it is probably more cost effective than paying to have staff on hand to do the repairs. They will probably send your broken phone back to where it was originally made to have the repair done before selling it as a refurbished device to someone else.
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Makes sense, there's probably a chance that the device I received is a refurb. I guess what I'm wondering is how they decide that, a few people around XDA have had theirs fixed, instead of replaced, with the same damage to the screen as mine. Who knows
pakure said:
I Believe it's the standard price for most screens these days. ... same price for s3 or the bigger note 2
scribbled from my note 2 (N7100)
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No gs3 price is $180 and note 2 is $220 from Samsung
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Well the cost is different in other countries. ..it is cheaper in India. . Around 7000 rupees for s3 (around 130 usd)
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Same thing happened with me, $140 was not bad compared to any other estimates I found for local repair shops. They sent me a replacement as well - it was in perfect condition though.
I've never been so happy to live in Texas. Another repair center.
When my HTC Nexus One was damaged, I was able to send it in to Houston for a repair, got it back in 2-3 days. When my Samsung Galaxy Nexus decided it no longer wanted to charge, the Samsung Repair Center was in Plano, I drove and had it repaired same day. Now I can go to Ft. Worth to get my Nexus 4 repaired(though I hope it never breaks.)
Hey guys. Sorry to fire up this thread again. I had someone yank my phone out of my pocket yesterday and it smacked the ground head first. Now it has more scratches than a grade school knee scrape. Is the $140 a solid on how much they'll charge me, or does it differ? The back is pretty scratched up too. I regret not buying a case, but it's number one on my list after the repair (which is a lot for a high school student).
I am curios if they check if device is rooted etc or fully functional, before sending out a replacement.
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I am curios if they check if device is rooted etc or fully functional, before sending out a replacement.
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My experience with sending phones in is they don't. Hardware damage obviously has nothing to do with software. You could always lock the bootloader back.
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My experience with sending phones in is they don't. Hardware damage obviously has nothing to do with software. You could always lock the bootloader back.
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That you can. I started a thread earlier to see if someone would reply with a solid price, but I'm think $140 is kinda sketchy. I'm not sure if that changes or that's the standard price. If it's the standard, I might be able to replace my N4 AND get a case for the new/refurbished one.
How is it sketchy? They are replacing just the screen/bezel and transplanting the parts back into your phone. Someone experienced could do the repair in a half hour. 140 is half the price of the phone. That is a really good deal if you ask me.
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Jayrod1980 said:
How is it sketchy? They are replacing just the screen/bezel and transplanting the parts back into your phone. Someone experienced could do the repair in a half hour. 140 is half the price of the phone. That is a really good deal if you ask me.
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I mean it seems like it could be a varying price. I just want to know what I can expect. The front and back are both scratched up and I'd like them replaced.
it is a resonable price, I gusee so
I went onto the samsung website (canadian version) and checked some of the prices for note2 accessories and I was blown away how expensive they are. You'd think samsung would realize if they priced their accessories at a reasonable more people would purchase them.
for example $39.99 for their Note2 TPU cover. $49 for their MHL adapter. Before ebay or online shopping I could see companies charging these outrages prices but with ebay and the like who would buy some of this stuff from samsung when you can get less expensive versions?
Stuff up here is definitely more expensive than the states.
I know its not much of a discount but shopandroid gets sales every now and then.
http://ca.shopandroid.com/samsung-galaxy-note-2-cases.htm
And if u dont mind waiting then amazon.com with amazon prime shipping is another alternative. Just be wary of international shipping and duties cost.
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Those 50% off coupons dont work in the Canadian samsung site?
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Impulse buying when the phone is originally bought. Wouldn't take much of a salesman to sell a 50 dollar case to protect a 600 investment. Or all the neat add ons "to get the most" out of your brand new phone.
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Impulse buying when the phone is originally bought. Wouldn't take much of a salesman to sell a 50 dollar case to protect a 600 investment. Or all the neat add ons "to get the most" out of your brand new phone.
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This. I'm such a sucker for it.
My thought process: "Well, what's the difference between spending $200 or $300 on a phone when I'm paying thousands for the service? Might as well get the best one. And why did I buy a phone with removable battery and storage if I'm not going to buy a spare battery and spare battery charger, and a 64 gig microSD? Wow... I've got a lot invested in this thing. Better buy a case for every day use, and a tank of a case for when I go out. What's this... an app that I will use every day of my life for only $5? That's one drink out at the bars, I can swing that. An app for $0.99??? Might as well be free. Oh, and can't forget the car dock and charger, that's an essential."
I have a problem
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This. I'm such a sucker for it.
My thought process: "Well, what's the difference between spending $200 or $300 on a phone when I'm paying thousands for the service? Might as well get the best one. And why did I buy a phone with removable battery and storage if I'm not going to buy a spare battery and spare battery charger, and a 64 gig microSD? Wow... I've got a lot invested in this thing. Better buy a case for every day use, and a tank of a case for when I go out. What's this... an app that I will use every day of my life for only $5? That's one drink out at the bars, I can swing that. An app for $0.99??? Might as well be free. Oh, and can't forget the car dock and charger, that's an essential."
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You forgot to mention screen protector and also new pair of jeans with bigger pockets and pouches to protect the case thats on your phone...and if thats not enough might aswell get a crib for it by the bed side. And just to be sure and on the safe side avoid having kids for aslong as possible just incase that requires you to divert your attention from your note 2....
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Oh and did I mention after the wife loses her temper watching you hooked on that device 247 you might wanna also get the Otterbox Defender juuuuust incase...
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Hi Pompsdai
Pompsdai said:
Stuff up here is definitely more expensive than the states.
I know its not much of a discount but shopandroid gets sales every now and then.
http://ca.shopandroid.com/samsung-galaxy-note-2-cases.htm
And if u dont mind waiting then amazon.com with amazon prime shipping is another alternative. Just be wary of international shipping and duties cost.
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You are right to tell people to be wary of the price, Especially in the case Custom Duties i.e. vat to added [collected at this end by PO], plus the minimal £8 Post Office Charge.
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Samsung is expensive because they guarantee the products will fit and work 100% with the phone plus every manufacturer always charges more for their respective products. Example: htc charged around $40 for their mhl adapter and $50 or more for their tv dock. It's just a matter of finding items cheaper and hoping that if you buy generic it won't damage your phone and fits correctly. There are plenty of reputable companies that make accessories you can count on. Like otterbox,seidio,spigen, and many others.
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Samsung is expensive because they guarantee the products will fit and work 100% with the phone plus every manufacturer always charges more for their respective products. Example: htc charged around $40 for their mhl adapter and $50 or more for their tv dock. It's just a matter of finding items cheaper and hoping that if you buy generic it won't damage your phone and fits correctly. There are plenty of reputable companies that make accessories you can count on. Like otterbox,seidio,spigen, and many others.
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Yup same as anything thats oem cars electronic anythang......thats why theres so many aftermarket products I like to support both lol
dabears747 said:
This. I'm such a sucker for it.
My thought process: "Well, what's the difference between spending $200 or $300 on a phone when I'm paying thousands for the service? Might as well get the best one. And why did I buy a phone with removable battery and storage if I'm not going to buy a spare battery and spare battery charger, and a 64 gig microSD? Wow... I've got a lot invested in this thing. Better buy a case for every day use, and a tank of a case for when I go out. What's this... an app that I will use every day of my life for only $5? That's one drink out at the bars, I can swing that. An app for $0.99??? Might as well be free. Oh, and can't forget the car dock and charger, that's an essential."
I have a problem
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Lol what you said about "what's the difference between spending $200 or $300 on a phone when I'm paying thousands for the service" is so true for me. I have to always buy the best phones out. Unless the phone was alooooooot cheaper, as in free, I would never choose a S2/N1 over S3/N2.
I hear you. Yet I can't seem to stop shopping for an "even better case". I think I will draw a line at Sweet armor bumper though. Just a frame, not even total back protection and 70 USD?
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I hear you. Yet I can't seem to stop shopping for an "even better case". I think I will draw a line at Sweet armor bumper though. Just a frame, not even total back protection and 70 USD?
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This is my problem.. I get bored, go on ebay and type in Galaxy Note 2 cases, and go, "Oh, this is only 7bucks. Might as well right?". My logic fails considering it adds up to be quite a bit lol.
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yankees45us said:
Samsung is expensive because they guarantee the products will fit and work 100% with the phone plus every manufacturer always charges more for their respective products. Example: htc charged around $40 for their mhl adapter and $50 or more for their tv dock. It's just a matter of finding items cheaper and hoping that if you buy generic it won't damage your phone and fits correctly. There are plenty of reputable companies that make accessories you can count on. Like otterbox,seidio,spigen, and many others.
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So you think a $50 MHL cable is fine when it probably cost them 50 cents (maybe a dollar) to make in china. I'm all for a company making money/profit but that's kind of ridiculous.
For cases, I always hit up ebay. For the same price as a retail case, you could buy a dozen and try them all out!
For cables, chargers and batteries, however, I've been very hesitant to get them "cheap" because of the risk of damaging my device. After reading an article about various chargers and usb cables which showed that the third party/counterfeit brands have no consistency to them, I've stayed with trusted oem brands.
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xperiaforme said:
I hear you. Yet I can't seem to stop shopping for an "even better case". I think I will draw a line at Sweet armor bumper though. Just a frame, not even total back protection and 70 USD?
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Sweetest case in my collection. Don't knock it til you've tried it.
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I went onto the samsung website (canadian version) and checked some of the prices for note2 accessories and I was blown away how expensive they are. You'd think samsung would realize if they priced their accessories at a reasonable more people would purchase them.
for example $39.99 for their Note2 TPU cover. $49 for their MHL adapter. Before ebay or online shopping I could see companies charging these outrages prices but with ebay and the like who would buy some of this stuff from samsung when you can get less expensive versions?
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Wait until you see the "Australia" price, then you will know what truly outrage is.
Why are genuine apple accessories?
Why do dealerships sell spark plugs for 5 times the price of an auto store?
It's genuine oem, and they are all overpriced.
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Jamolah said:
I went onto the samsung website (canadian version) and checked some of the prices for note2 accessories and I was blown away how expensive they are. You'd think samsung would realize if they priced their accessories at a reasonable more people would purchase them.
for example $39.99 for their Note2 TPU cover. $49 for their MHL adapter. Before ebay or online shopping I could see companies charging these outrages prices but with ebay and the like who would buy some of this stuff from samsung when you can get less expensive versions?
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I got the MHL for the s3 (works on the note II) for 10 bucks
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In the US, our accessories are not experience. We get 50% off, lol.
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In the US, our accessories are not experience. We get 50% off, lol.
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Yup, instead of paying 40usd for a 5usd accessory, we only pay 20usd.
Winning!
swyped all these spelling errors from my galaxy note 2
anyone try one? do they actually work and fit into the note 2? here's a listing on ebay. may try one just to find out. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Replacement-Stylus-Touch-Screen-Capacitive-Pen-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-2-N7100-/160994202968?rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222002%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D261%26meid%3D7524523028112639587%26pid%3D100005%26prg%3D1088%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D321106736901%26
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so i just got this thing in the mail today from china. i was very skepticle about buying a knockoff but for the price i figured what the hell. anyways i cant tell tell difference between the one i got in the mail and the original. it even says samsung on it so i wouldnt be surprised if its actually OEM. it works perfect, the button works, and when i pull it out of my note 2 page buddy comes up. great deal for 6 bucks. i wanted a backup because i am so paranoid i will lose it and now i will order a couple more and throw them in the drawer with the original. highly recommend this s-pen.
I've got one from eforchina for $8 and I've send it back. It only acted as an eraser, I could not get it to write. It was also very slightly different from the original (a tiny bit longer, different button design, different colour). The quality was horrible and it was completly unusable. This was the first time I've actually returned something to China. I just did not want it lying around gathering dust.
I was gonna say just buy one from sammy but jeez they want $40 for the damn thing!
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I was gonna say just buy one from sammy but jeez they want $40 for the damn thing!
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Get a 50% off code from Samsung by registering your device. Knocks it down to $20
Now I would pay $20 for a genuine replacement instead of going ring around the rosie with China.
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Just registered my old GS3. Here is a 50% off code good until the end of July: rMJ8263
If you are still under 1 year warranty get a free one from att.
Why would att give a free spen? I mean if it quit working sure but if he just lost it then not a chance.
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Why would att give a free spen? I mean if it quit working sure but if he just lost it then not a chance.
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Warranty.
The guy didn't say if he lost it or broke it. I stated clearly WARRANTY. I figured people will understand exactly what warranty means and entails.
I just ordered one from the Samsung website yesterday. $29.99 with 50% coupon made it only $14.99. So I decided to throw in the universal car mount too!
That was $24.99 after the coupon so my total was about $45 with shipping.
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this thing is a winner. i will edit the OP with my update
what's the OEM?
my opinion, its a low quallity...
I got two of them. One doesn't work at all. The other only registers one level of sensitivity.
Has anyone bought this package? I was looking for extra batteries on Ebay and ran across this one. The seller has a good rep. I still wanted to ask here tho if anyone bought this, or what your thoughts would be considering this is three batteries and a charger, for very cheap.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/3X-3100mah-E..._Cell_Phone_PDA_Batteries&hash=item3f297fffeb
U may want to go for a rep. Battery co. Rather than any cheap Chinese.......I m sure You don't want them to blow on you
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jitin02 said:
U may want to go for a rep. Battery co. Rather than any cheap Chinese.......I m sure You don't want them to blow on you
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I caved and bought it anyway. The seller has a good rating and that is everything on Ebay.
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I caved and bought it anyway. The seller has a good rating and that is everything on Ebay.
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Sellers tend to have good rating for the quality of their service, not necessarily for the quality of their products.
$13 isn't bad though.. you should have maybe at least 6500mah combined from those three batteries.
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Sellers tend to have good rating for the quality of their service, not necessarily for the quality of their products.
$13 isn't bad though.. you should have maybe at least 6500mah combined from those three batteries.
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I agree. Still, you would get a lot of negative feedback, especially concerning batteries. A lot of people have bought that, so I took a chance. I will definitely update this thread once I get them. =-}
It is insanely easy to falsify ebay ratings.
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It is insanely easy to falsify ebay ratings.
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Yea, I know. But if I thought like that I would never order anything online from anyone.
Just ebay. Verified buyers on amazon are actually pretty good.
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Just ebay. Verified buyers on amazon are actually pretty good.
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I buy from Amazon a lot also.
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Just ebay. Verified buyers on amazon are actually pretty good.
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I have a suspicion some of the sellers on Amazon get their shady rating count as well. It takes a second to create merchant account on Amazon and list anything already sold in there under the original manufacturer listing. Since I talk to a lot of accessories companies, a number of them complain about people selling fake ones under the same listing (very common with Spigen, UAG, Samsung batteries/headphones/chargers, and others). So you have to be very careful who is the actual seller of the product when you click to buy it. I notice some sell fake stuff, it's clearly listed as seller from China, and they got 100k feedback rating?!?
Personally, I try to look for those who sell with Prime option since it's covered by Amazon and often an OEM part they have in their warehouse.
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I agree. Still, you would get a lot of negative feedback, especially concerning batteries. A lot of people have bought that, so I took a chance. I will definitely update this thread once I get them. =-}
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Ebay can be pretty good if you know how to check feedback. Almost everything I buy is from there (laptop, phone, fresh fruits).
Yes let us know how good they are. I have a $6 glass screen protector coming in a few weeks that I'll post pictures too of so people can compare to the $30 brand name ones. I love comparing generic chinese sold products to the brand name ones. In many cases they are very similar expect one has a fancy badge and price tag
I also got a micro USB to HDMI adapter last night for my Note 2, and one of those 3 in 1 lens kits for it. The lens kit was only $7 with free shipping. I watched several Youtube vids regarding it, and for that price you can recod some pretty amazing footage.
I'll also update you all on those as I get them. =-}
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I also got a micro USB to HDMI adapter last night for my Note 2, and one of those 3 in 1 lens kits for it. The lens kit was only $7 with free shipping. I watched several Youtube vids regarding it, and for that price you can recod some pretty amazing footage.
I'll also update you all on those as I get them. =-}
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Would you mind to post a link to these? I've been looking for both for a few months now.
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Would you mind to post a link to these? I've been looking for both for a few months now.
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Here is the lens kit.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230938304175
And the adapter.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=400542164086
Any update about the quality of the battery, especially compared with original battery? These look like genuine Samsung batteries, but for the price I doubt that. Thanks!
Did you read the power output from the charger? It's too less.
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Did you read the power output from the charger? It's too less.
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I noticed that. Wouldn't they just trickle charge then? I don't know alot about electricity. Just as long as it's not too much power.
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I noticed that. Wouldn't they just trickle charge then? I don't know alot about electricity. Just as long as it's not too much power.
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With wall charger you get ~1600mA which charges device in about 2.5hrs . The output of the one u bought is 1/4th (400 max) of the external charger so it would take 4x times longer than it would have taken with the wall charger(10 hours ) .
i dont know much about electrical stuff . I hope am wrong cuz i have already bought a spare battery and thinking of buying the samsung external charger but 50$ is way too much. Im getting it at 39.9$ but stilll too much
Do keep us updated.
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With wall charger you get ~1600mA which charges device in about 2.5hrs . The output of the one u bought is 1/4th (400 max) of the external charger so it would take 4x times longer than it would have taken with the wall charger(10 hours ) .
i dont know much about electrical stuff . I hope am wrong cuz i have already bought a spare battery and thinking of buying the samsung external charger but 50$ is way too much. Im getting it at 39.9$ but stilll too much
Do keep us updated.
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Well, there are three batteries so I won't need them to charge in a hurry.
Hirsch Ssessfmm
Bought something similar once, the charger works fine. But the batteries expanded to nearly twice there normal thickness in the center so obviously they weren't usable any more
Hi.
I like this phone. I have just bought one second hand and I think its a definite keeper. I think I will keep it for years and years haha
So I would like to buy a battery for the future. Now I am unsure how old the handset I bought is, so it could possibly have a 2 year old battery in it. They battery life seems ok but it may quickly deteriorate in the future.
Does anyone know of any legit places for batteries?
Cheers.
EBay.
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EBay.
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ebay is safe just make sure it states in listing oem, new and EX34, thoroughly test upon reviving and if item is not as described initiate a return and your only out time and effort
I've seen some on eBay. All from the States. They are very cheap at about 5 UK pounds after conversion + postage costs. The cheapness got me worrying about them bring fake.
Oh I don't want to try the battery out. I will buy one and put it in the draw. I do not want to crack this phone open for fun; only if it's truly necessary. I saw the ifixit video for battery replacement and it looks a PITA. Just way too much adhesive going on. So the battery has to be legit ideally.
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