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iSmooth protectors buy 1 set, get 1 set free

I just received my iSmooth protectors today, the packaging is really nice and I love the cloth. I am going to install them in a bit and report back. I noticed in the package a little info card and if you post a review of the protector on Amazon and provide all the proof of review and your Amazon order number they send you another set for free with free shipping. I don't recall anyone mentioning this previously so I thought I would share the information. If you e mail them the Amazon order number, Details of the offer can be found here www.iSmooth.com/freepromo you will receive the same item you purchased or you can choose another similar product in their range. Pretty sweet deal, imo, that's 6 protectors and 2 cloths for just under $11
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I think I mentioned it before in another post, they include Thank You card with this info. Indeed a very sweet deal, and they just want your honest opinion/review to receive a second set. But as you know, if you don't like the product you will not request for a second set anyway. Btw, did you receive original screen protectors with green cover film or the new ones with a clear cover film?

vectron said:
I think I mentioned it before in another post, they include Thank You card with this info. Indeed a very sweet deal, and they just want your honest opinion/review to receive a second set. But as you know, if you don't like the product you will not request for a second set anyway. Btw, did you receive original screen protectors with green cover film or the new ones with a clear cover film?
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Green. Damn I will shoot them an e mail for the newer version.
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Does it cover most of the screen?
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jacky37 said:
Does it cover most of the screen?
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It's too far from the bottom and not very wide but yeah it covers the usable portion of the screen. I will shoot them an email about the newer version.
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Looks like a great deal
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Rhiannon224 said:
It's too far from the bottom and not very wide but yeah it covers the usable portion of the screen. I will shoot them an email about the newer version.
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How do u know if u have the newer version?
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There's another thread, a review of the protector and there's pictures. You can see the cut, it's a plainly visual difference in size. Older ones have a green tint on the removable film that you peel off. Newer ones aren't green.
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I applied the newer thicker cut and I like these even better. The adhesive is very good on the new ones. You wont be disappointed
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Nellyinda803 said:
I applied the newer thicker cut and I like these even better. The adhesive is very good on the new ones. You wont be disappointed
Sent From My Galaxy Note 2
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Thanks, I already got a reply from Paul and he's sending out a new set. I love the feel and clarity of the protector, I don't like the cut on this one, too much screen exposed. I finally got the tackiness rubbed off and it feels really nice. I pulled off the jlg protector off my mom's phone, the rainbow was really annoying her. Slapped an iSmooth on it, she's happy now.
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You gonna love new version. It's on par with Spigen stuff! The width will be similar to green tint ones, but the cutouts around home button and top of the phone are better. It sticks perfectly, crystal clear, no marks from s-pen, no rainbow effects, and very easy to wipe. Not sure if it was just my sample, I did notice some accumulation of fingerprints, but it's so easy to wipe. No different than Spigen oleophobic. The most important, it feels very smooth, not plasticky at all. This clear version is going to be their new screen protector moving forward in a week or so, as told by Paul.

Any chance u could pn me pauls email I just got the old revision of the screen protectors in the mail and I tried with the ismooth support email but got no response
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Anyone want to sell me the 2nd set they got for free?

Buy 1 and get 1 set free. Not only are you protecting your device, you are helping put an end to screen saver slavery. Its really an epidemic... thank goodness people are taking action. Thank you.
Sent a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... nah, nah, nah nah nah naaah nah, nah nah nah naaah nah, nah nah nah naahhhh.

vectron said:
You gonna love new version. It's on par with Spigen stuff! The width will be similar to green tint ones, but the cutouts around home button and top of the phone are better. It sticks perfectly, crystal clear, no marks from s-pen, no rainbow effects, and very easy to wipe. Not sure if it was just my sample, I did notice some accumulation of fingerprints, but it's so easy to wipe. No different than Spigen oleophobic. The most important, it feels very smooth, not plasticky at all. This clear version is going to be their new screen protector moving forward in a week or so, as told by Paul.
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Are you saying the green tint ones with the ismooth backing and case labeled new version are the old makes?
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greeneon said:
Any chance u could pn me pauls email I just got the old revision of the screen protectors in the mail and I tried with the ismooth support email but got no response
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I was using whatever support email is at http://ismooth.com/support/
I just know the guy's name is Paul since he replied back to me. Sorry guys, I probably confused a crap out of everybody with my references to "old" versus "new". I just go by how I understood it originally and what others posted in the forum (I think some of those screen protector posts were removed in favor of a new sticky thread?). Just never mind that whole new vs old stuff. I would say order it, and if everything works great and you are happy - then you are done! They give you lifetime guarantee and you will get 2nd set for free with instructions they provide inside of the shipping package. Also keep in mind, everybody has their own opinion and preference. Some like wet install, others dry. Some want tempered glass, others something else. The tricky part with screen protectors, those are not like cases where its easy to try one versus the other, and then you return whatever you like, or keep a few to change it for different occasions, etc. So, if you find one screen protector you like and happy with it - stop driving yourself crazy (i'm speaking from a personal experience) lol!!! Again, just my opinion, so take it with a grain of salt lol!!!

I just got mine are these new cut?
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borijess said:
I just got mine are these new cut?
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I just tried these and they are coming up on the left side of the phone.
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borijess said:
I just tried these and they are coming up on the left side of the phone.
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You mean coming off the left side of the phone? In general, not just iSmooth, if glass is not clean and/or oily from fingerprints on one side then it might have issues with sticking. Have you tried another screen protector from the pack and do you see the same problem? Make sure you wipe your screen really good. I actually buy one of those eye glass little spray bottles - its amazing how it cleans the screen and even screen protector (it works on both glass and plastic).
From the picture you posted, it looks like the original cut. Paul mentioned only something like 5% of original screens were affected by an issue of not sticking edge. If you remember, Note 2 has a glass that slopes down toward the Home button. That is where the troublesome edge could happen. If you see the second protector doing the same thing, even after you clean the screen, contract them and ask for a replacement new batch.
.... note to myself: check with iSmooth if they are hiring tech support lol!!!

vectron said:
You mean coming off the left side of the phone? In general, not just iSmooth, if glass is not clean and/or oily from fingerprints on one side then it might have issues with sticking. Have you tried another screen protector from the pack and do you see the same problem? Make sure you wipe your screen really good. I actually buy one of those eye glass little spray bottles - its amazing how it cleans the screen and even screen protector (it works on both glass and plastic).
From the picture you posted, it looks like the original cut. Paul mentioned only something like 5% of original screens were affected by an issue of not sticking edge. If you remember, Note 2 has a glass that slopes down toward the Home button. That is where the troublesome edge could happen. If you see the second protector doing the same thing, even after you clean the screen, contract them and ask for a replacement new batch.
.... note to myself: check with iSmooth if they are hiring tech support lol!!!
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Emailed already they responded with they are going to send me new ones. I went through all three protectors. Same with all three not sticking on left side.
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Deal Alert XtremeGuard 75% off ($3.75 plus free shipping)

Wanted to share, for those who choose to go with a screen protector:
http://www.xtremeguard.com/Samsung-...tors-p/nexus-10-screen-protector.htm?CartID=1
Coupon code: 75OFF
Free shipping (may be US only)
Expiration: Unknown at the moment
The whole site is 75% off, so if you need something your phone, check it out.
Amazon reviews--yeah, the 3 pack may be cheaper in the long run--but if you're looking for just one protector, this may be the way to go. Plus this is direct from XTremeguard, so warranty may be better.

Smeech99 said:
Wanted to share, for those who choose to go with a screen protector:
http://www.xtremeguard.com/Samsung-...tors-p/nexus-10-screen-protector.htm?CartID=1
Coupon code: 75OFF
Free shipping (may be US only)
Expiration: Unknown at the moment
The whole site is 75% off, so if you need something your phone, check it out.
Amazon reviews--yeah, the 3 pack may be cheaper in the long run--but if you're looking for just one protector, this may be the way to go. Plus this is direct from XTremeguard, so warranty may be better.
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Thanks a lot!!!!! just got one buddy

Thank you, just got one myself.
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Purchased.. Thanks for sharing. Free international shipping to Malaysia..
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What's the general feeling on screen protectors? I've had bad experiences myself using screen protectors for other devices with bubbles and peeling etc. etc. Do most people put these screen guards on their tablets?

Thanks ordered a Nexus 10 screen protector along with a spare Nexus 4 back protector. :victory:

FunkmasterC said:
What's the general feeling on screen protectors? I've had bad experiences myself using screen protectors for other devices with bubbles and peeling etc. etc. Do most people put these screen guards on their tablets?
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I used to have problem applying dry protectors as you mentioned until I found some excellant advise which made all the difference:
1) Apply the protector in the bathroom after streaming up the room. This removes floating lint from the air.
2) Suggestions for flawless protector application:
a) "the best way to apply without anything left under is to align the screen protector secure it with painters tape over the outside , clean the screen really good, fold the protector back, and before removing the backside film, put painters tape all across covering the screen, and then pull the edges of tape and the back film while pressing the screen protector and sliding down as you pull the tape/back film together towards you until you apply the protector fully and squeegee the bubbles out, you will end up with a flawless screen, because the tape will pull all particles from screen."
b) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=36632751&postcount=41
c) "I like the masking tape idea for perfect positioning the protector BEFORE even starting to remove the sticky backing. Not so sure about the additional use of tape "put painters tape all across covering" as I think the bathroom stream idea is better."
d) How to apply any screen protector on a iPad 3 like a boss - Very good, watch before applying!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zULF22JfjME
I hope these suggestions help.

I'm very happy with my Skinomi, but at 3.75 shipped, hard to pass up as a spare.
Thank you!
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this screen protector is bull**** ); order 2set but unable apply they didn't cut the back piece it whole piece sad
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I just got my 4 in the mail. 1 for the GF's iPad2, two for my son's nexus 7 (yeah, he's a kid...figured we could use the insurance) and one for my N10, as a backup. I already have a Skinomi on it.
The iPad2 and N7 were perfect.
I didn't really look at the N10 for mine, not needed yet.
When you say back piece, do you mean the two holes needed for the FFC and light sensor?

Nope what I mean was they send me the back piece without it been cut.... I should be receiving the piece same as the picture show right?
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angelbesideu said:
Nope what I mean was they send me the back piece without it been cut.... I should be receiving the piece same as the picture show right?
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Don't know, I only bought the screen protector, it looks fine.
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dajogejr said:
Don't know, I only bought the screen protector, it looks fine.
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How is the screen protector? I mean do you feel comfortable using the screen with it or is it not worth it... and also, does the image change much with or without the protector? Might be buying one, cheap but if it's useless i won't mind buying it.

lKBZl said:
How is the screen protector? I mean do you feel comfortable using the screen with it or is it not worth it... and also, does the image change much with or without the protector? Might be buying one, cheap but if it's useless i won't mind buying it.
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Bought it as a spare for my N10. I already have a Skinomi on it.
Bought and installed one on my son's Nexus 7 and my GF's ipad2. They're fine, use lots of spray/soap/water and take your time.

I think the only reason you can get it on normal shipping is because they get very low business rates, even though i still don't think they do it at a very good win for them! It does bring in a lot of business though but doing it internationally would just not be worth the money for them! :highfive:

What screen protectors are people using?

Or is everybody going naked?
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phositadc said:
Or is everybody going naked?
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I ordered this one last week. It was the only one I could find that wasn't "coming soon." ATT also had a $30 front and back Zagg (dry apply?!?) in their store, which I don't understand because the back/soft touch of the the First is one of the pluses. I will take pictures of the screen protector, which will either arrive today or tomorrow and post them here. I would prefer a dry-apply screen protector, but I'll take what I can get for right now.
http://www.amazon.com/ArmorSuit-Mil...22&sr=8-1&keywords=htc+first+screen+protector

lordlittlebrooks said:
I ordered this one last week. It was the only one I could find that wasn't "coming soon." ATT also had a $30 front and back Zagg (dry apply?!?) in their store, which I don't understand because the back/soft touch of the the First is one of the pluses. I will take pictures of the screen protector, which will either arrive today or tomorrow and post them here. I would prefer a dry-apply screen protector, but I'll take what I can get for right now.
http://www.amazon.com/ArmorSuit-Mil...22&sr=8-1&keywords=htc+first+screen+protector
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i got the zagg today and had it installed. not bad at all, I had the back installed too. its not like the sheet on the front, it has a similar feel to what the phone already feels like on the back. it is a dry install but if you have a squeegee and zagg solution I would recommend using that for smoother looking results

The one that looks orange only looks that way because of the iPhone's flash. It is quite red as the other picture shows
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Screen protector does not work :(

Hey guys, I have a problem. I use on Gear screen protector from one of my previous phone One X (nilkin). I cut small square for the gear but after one hour I find out that the screen protector is no there .
So, I was thinking that the screen protector is maybe old and does not work, so yesterday I damaged my second original Samsung Galaxy Note3 screen protector and everything looks okay. But today the screen saver is not there anymore
Any solution? These screensaver should be really good, on my phone always work very well. I am really dissapointed because screen protector from Samsung was not cheap.

I also had the same problem, first I cut one from my old S2, shifted past a few hours. So I order two from a german suplier on ebay specific to the gear, and the same problem past few hours.
The problem is in the glass of the Gear being curved.
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I use:
http://www.liquid-kristall.com/en/home/1-0.html
may not be as effective as a plastic one, but it's invisible and it's working so far. Use ot on my note 3 as well.
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Allure40 said:
I also had the same problem, first I cut one from my old S2, shifted past a few hours. So I order two from a german suplier on ebay specific to the gear, and the same problem past few hours.
The problem is in the glass of the Gear being curved.
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So are you without screen protector like me?

For now yes, but I think I will give a try to liquid-kristal, tks for sharing Thelestat . Should give some extra protection, with the advantage of being completely invisible.
I've heard some reports of gear's whith Glass scratched on the wrist. Must be due to some clothes we wear.
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Dry screen protectors will fall off. It s meant for straight flush glass only. I just cut out any wet screen Protector and it works well for the glass and metal. Xtremeguard has 80% off their website.
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I purchased screen savers for my Gear from a company selling on Amazon.de. I have had no end of problems trying to convince this company that though the quality of the screen saver is great the point is it will not remain on the Gear, as people above have already mentioned, the body and glass are curved. What happens is the stiffness of the saver results in both ends of the saver sticking up, getting caught on clothes and coming away.
The only solution I can think of is for a manufacturer to produce a thinner protector that will bend to shape and remain stuck to the screen?
The company I purchased from requested photos and goodness knows what. I just filled a claim with Amazon.de and got my money back. I am not going to do the R&D for the company! I bought three of them as in general screen savers can, on times, be a devil to fit.
The glass will and does scratch so take care.
Kind regards.

A good screen protector thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=46707863
Screen Protectors?
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thelestat said:
I use:
http://www.liquid-kristall.com/en/home/1-0.html
may not be as effective as a plastic one, but it's invisible and it's working so far. Use ot on my note 3 as well.
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Did you apply to the gear camera and the metal frame as well?

I did apply to the camera, did not think to do the metal frame.

If your cutting it out of another type, I found you need to round the edges. the corners that lift up, if the are sharp, will get caught on everything

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I did apply to the camera, did not think to do the metal frame.
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Any difference to the pictures? as in blurr or smoky? Cos the lens is plastic...not sure if it makes a difference.
I figured i'll be using the Liquid Kristall for the gear.
Since after applying you can't see a layer on the screen....makes one wonder if there is actually any protection on the screen

HTC One M8 Dot View Case

I really want the Dot View case for this phone. Did anyone mange to get their hands on one and dicovered that they don't like it? Why don't youlike it and would you sell it?

I just got it today and I absolutely love it! The only thing I don't like is, when you flip it back then its a little slippery! But thats all! It fits great and just looks great on the phone!
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I have mixed feelings about it. When I bought my HTC One from Verizon, I was told that they weren't going to have the Dot View cases in stock for at least a month or two due to the high demand of them. Because of this, I picked up the Incipio Black Feather Case. Funny enough, the next day after buying I get a phone call from Verizon saying they got a single dot view case in being held for me. The case itself feels incredibly cheap. While it definitely feels like it can protect my screen, the backing of the case feels just like a cheap plastic. For the cost of the case, I was expecting something a little bit better in the build quality.
As for the case itself, its too gimmicky for me for the time being. It only works with default HTC apps. I use a different SMS app (Sliding Messenger Pro) and the Gmail app for my email. Neither of these are supported by the dot view case. I've tried googling around to see if there's a work around for these or a separate dot view app that allows these but have yet to find anything. The only thing I could use the case for was the time, answering phone calls, voice dialing, and changing my volume. I really wanted to be able to see my sms / email notifications on screen.
Im also not a fan of the folding case in general yet. I'm not used to the folding and I often text with one hand so it makes it rather awkward to try and hold the case open in order to text.
I don't know though.. if I could use my own SMS / Gmail apps with it instead of the default HTC ones, I might want to use it again. Until then, its going to sit on my desk unused.

Dot View case Pros and Cons
Randomjoel said:
I really want the Dot View case for this phone. Did anyone mange to get their hands on one and dicovered that they don't like it? Why don't youlike it and would you sell it?
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I have been using the HTC Dot View case for about 2 weeks now. Here are some simple pros and cons
Pros:
Look...Seamless and perfect compliment to the M8
Feel...plastic and rubber that seems like a good build
Protection...Fully covers screen with rubber "dot" flap and plastic back wraps the back and corners of the metal body of the phone
Alerts...Easy to read 8 bit type text and icons (looks great in the dark)
Cons:
Price...I got mine for $50 at an AT&T retail store
Dust/lint...gets trapped in the "dots" find myself using a can of BlowOff keeping it clean
Alert Limitations...can only use the HTC apps with this case
I would recommend if you have $50 to blow. I personally don't like 3rd party accessories so willing to pay for the HTC branded products. I love my DotView case but trying to provide a unbiased opinion.

I just got mine in the mail a week ago. So far, I love it. I just hope that HTC releases updates to allow third party notifications like Gmail, Facebook, etc. I would also really like if they could integrate a music player controls as well. But all in all, it's a great accessory to such an amazing device.

Anyone with a warm black dot view? Is it black or grey? Also if you can post the part number (you can find it on box backcover)

Anyone notice a couple of holes are kind of shiny inside? Like something is on the plastic film that's in the holes. Anyone cleaned theirs yet? Would water and soap be ok?

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Anyone notice a couple of holes are kind of shiny inside? Like something is on the plastic film that's in the holes. Anyone cleaned theirs yet? Would water and soap be ok?
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don't poke or remove the peices in the holes it keeps the stuff off it screen and I just wiped it down with some water it cleans up quite nicely I wouldn't use soap some soaps kill pixels so yah... No glass cleaner either my friend sprayed his with some trying to make it shinier it killed the Nfc tag in it

I think the idea behind the case is solid but its execution is flawed. Mine seems to loose its grip on the top corners as the plastic is too hard and needs a more grippy material. I've swapped 3 cases now. Its been mentioned before about the short hinge not letting the front sit flat on the back. I do love and find the display very useful. Hopefully a third party will be able to remedy the faults.
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sageandonion said:
I think the idea behind the case is solid but its execution is flawed. Mine seems to loose its grip on the top corners as the plastic is too hard and needs a more grippy material. I've swapped 3 cases now. Its been mentioned before about the short hinge not letting the front sit flat on the back. I do love and find the display very useful. Hopefully a third party will be able to remedy the faults.
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Just looked at my DotView and to be honest I can't notice any of those flaws. Had mine on awhile now and it'd still holding solid.
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Cyanogenmod Compatability
If I flash CM11 Nightly on my Verizon M8 will the dot view case still be compatible?

Randomjoel said:
I really want the Dot View case for this phone. Did anyone mange to get their hands on one and dicovered that they don't like it? Why don't youlike it and would you sell it?
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I got one but I'm not a fan of holding it in one hand while it's open. I'll probably sell or trade it.
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Overall disappointed. Sure it's a nice case and, feels good in the hand but the hinge on it makes it almost unusable for daily use. If you only open your phone a few times a day it's probably perfect but if you actually need to use the device totally annoying. Will return it.

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Anyone notice a couple of holes are kind of shiny inside? Like something is on the plastic film that's in the holes. Anyone cleaned theirs yet? Would water and soap be ok?
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I noticed the same shiny spots on mine. I'm not to worried about it but curious none the less... I clean mine with only water. and compressed air.

Randomjoel said:
I noticed the same shinny spots on mine. I'm not to worried about it but curious none the less... I clean mine with only water. and compressed air.
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Yeah! I've tried compressed air and water but the 2 shiny holes remain. They always catch my eye when I glance down and I think I have a notification or something.

Anyone have the "Orange" dot view case? If so, is it really orange, because the images online look more like it's red?
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zrcaswell said:
If I flash CM11 Nightly on my Verizon M8 will the dot view case still be compatible?
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ATM no but it looks like they are working on it. You will also lose Motion Launch and use of the secondary depth camera with CM
http://www.androidbeat.com/2014/05/htc-one-m8-gets-official-cm11-nightlies/

Be careful not to drop the phone in this case. Dropped it less than a foot onto the top left edge, left a dent in the black plastic bar on top of the phone.

Next gen Dot View should have a flush foldover. Biggest detractor for me. Love it otherwise...only a matter of time before features are ported to aosp and more functions are added (gapps etc)
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May or May not help, I noticed the phone has an Dot View app installed. That may all that is needed to get it working on another ROM. Seems to use a NPC chip. That is what I'm guess is detecting when the case is opened or closed. The HTC on the front lines up with the Small box on the inside.
I willing to sell mine too as holding it with one hand it not an option with this case.