Today I dropped my phone for the first time
The so called aluminum frame was instantly damaged and to my surprise it was paint that chipped off.
Underneath there is just a hard kind of plastic.
I looked all over the place for a replacement frame but can't find any.
Anyone else with this problem?
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Redeque said:
Today I dropped my phone for the first time
The so called aluminum frame was instantly damaged and to my surprise it was paint that chipped off.
Underneath there is just a hard kind of plastic.
I looked all over the place for a replacement frame but can't find any.
Anyone else with this problem?
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First of all, greetings to everyone on this forum, this is my first post here.
I have a black Xperia SP (C5303), and have the same problem. Mine dropped on the street from my hand and although was in his leather casing, somehow dropped on the only side without protection. Was very suprised when I saw that 'alumium' frame was very damaged (damage looks like on your phone) from dropping only 1+ m of height inside of a protection case. The good news is that nothing else was damaged.
The phone is great for my needs, but I'm still not convinced with quality of aluminium frame. Probably this is the price of his weight. Before had Samsung Galaxy S Advance and dropped him accidently only once but without even a scratch.
I was very upset with the damage, but because of its black color it is not as visible as on your white model, so for now I won't be searching for a replacement frame... Hopefully won't be dropping him too much.
Greetings.
Yep it happens, even when I am charging, when the charger scratches the coat on the port, the paint will be chipped off.
Luckily I bought a black one, and the problem is not so bad and visible.
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Redeque said:
Today I dropped my phone for the first time
The so called aluminum frame was instantly damaged and to my surprise it was paint that chipped off.
Underneath there is just a hard kind of plastic.
I looked all over the place for a replacement frame but can't find any.
Anyone else with this problem?
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Bro i thinks its chrome finish that have came out take it to the service center tell them ur prob and btw i have dropped my sp today and voila nothin happens surprised to see this thing surprise..! but this thing wouldn't happen to me..maybe its because my sp is black..and keep it carefully now bro or its will ripped off by small pressure..
Quite a disappointment. My previous sony phones where solid as a rock.
It looks easy to remove though with the two screws. What you guys think
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Redeque said:
Quite a disappointment. My previous sony phones where solid as a rock.
It looks easy to remove though with the two screws. What you guys think
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I dun think so ,u can see these pictures I forward from other forum (it's dropbox link )
http://db.tt/tKT3eVMr
http://db.tt/hoJDZIz2
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http://db.tt/XVXppyCM
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I have this also but smaller from putting on a hard case. No more hard cases for me!
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What about using nail polish of similar color, or a car paint and small brush?
Looks like you kicked it down the street!
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I think it only happens to white models, on a Spanish forum there is another user with the same problem (paint chipping off)
http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=668090
Now I regret choosing the white model, I have paint chipped off around the data cable port,stereo out, and also around power button :crying:
There are replacement frames on ebay for like 10$.
Link please
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And are they easy to install?
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Link please
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Look at this http://www.ebay.it/sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_from=R40&_nkw=replacement+xperia+sp&LH_PrefLoc=2&LH_BIN=1
Thanks a lot for the link. Not sure if I dare to replace it though. Kind of need a disassembly video first...
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I recommend using a good soft case like the one below.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Matte-TPU-S...DA_Cases&var=490159410395&hash=item2c6ffb4d1c
Same problem in my Spanish SP... Shouldn't this be solved by Sony? aluminium frame is not made of aluminum, isn´t it?
I have also the same problem on my SP. is it normal?? Sony has to replace our frame with a better one.
I'm very disappointed with this ****ty paintjob, my hpone is barely 1 month old and it already got chipped paint on a several spots on the frame. I thought the frame was aluminium because every review I've read said so.... even if it wasn't aluminium, the paint shouldn't have come off so easily. i read sony used water-based paint, maybe that's why.
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Hi!
The standard phone is shipped with a brown battery cover, anybody know or have seen someplace where you can buy a white cover?
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I want black
The brown one look black under the right light conditions.
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I want a metal one..
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I want a carbon fibre one
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Is pink really to much to ask for :S ?
I'like another color than that brown on standard batterycover...
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I want a metal one..
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With some sort of scratch-proof magic coating. Maybe we should just ask specifically for a titanium cover.
I'd like a backcover with a proper clear class for the camera, so the pictures won't come out all hazy and greyish as they do now..
As for colors:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Permanent_marker ;-P
Anyone know where we can purchase an original black/brown one? I dropped my phone on the pavement and now it has a nice scratch on the corner...I had literally just put it in a leatherette case not 10 minutes before so I guess I was lucky....
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With some sort of scratch-proof magic coating. Maybe we should just ask specifically for a titanium cover.
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Sounds good to me, I actually think theres a good market for this. On this phone
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Out of color jokes, don't ask me how but i manage to break the glass protecting the camera... anyone knows where can i get an official/original one?
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Here you go.
http://www.globaldirectparts.com/LG-Star-P990-Optimus-2X-Battery-Door-p/lg970940.htm
But mine don't have the LG logo at the buttom, and it's like something looks wrong at the camera glass.
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Here you go.
http://www.globaldirectparts.com/LG-Star-P990-Optimus-2X-Battery-Door-p/lg970940.htm
But mine don't have the LG logo at the buttom, and it's like something looks wrong at the camera glass.
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Thank you, I've already seen that one but its unavailable and minimum order is 5 pieces...
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svceon said:
Out of color jokes, don't ask me how but i manage to break the glass protecting the camera... anyone knows where can i get an official/original one?
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I did the same thing
I'm considering breaking it all off I I can't find a replacement cover...
I am asking officials LG now, waiting for their reply.
kmoon said:
I did the same thing
I'm considering breaking it all off I I can't find a replacement cover...
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I removed almost all of it and applied duct tape in the interior so that the camera wouldn't be filled with dust...
Still couldn't find a original replacement cover...
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Just mask the middle up give it a light sand and paint any colour you want, just put plenty laqure on so it doesn't scratch easy.
Then custom colour it any way you want
My local LG just drop me a voice mail during holiday, it will cost US$11 for a replacement which I can pick up from LG service centre.
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My local LG just drop me a voice mail during holiday, it will cost US$11 for a replacement which I can pick up from LG service centre.
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Lucky you, my local LG service partner is currently with its installations temporarily closed...bah
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The piece of plastic that covers the usb port has come off! I don't know what to-do? I still have it and was going to super glue it back on, but was wondering if I should use a different adhesive? I can upload a picture if it helps.
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The piece of plastic that covers the usb port has come off! I don't know what to-do? I still have it and was going to super glue it back on, but was wondering if I should use a different adhesive? I can upload a picture if it helps.
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Ask for a replacement
Upload a picture.
Some little plastic pieces came off for me too
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Hello p880 users,
This is my girlfriends phone, and she wanted a samsung-like flip cover, so I found and bought this (I looked everywhere, couldnt find it in ebay):
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Hot-Selling-Retailing-Unltra-Thin-Slim-Side-Back-Battery-Flip-cover-PU-Leather-Housing-case-for/1220467926.html
The case actually feels good in hand and there's a black version too.
The back cover doesnt have NFC, and the back side plastic texture feels cheaper then the original (LG logo is painted instead of a metal plate). The back cover is also a little bit thicker - 2mm maybe. The front flip feels really good and closes well.
I didnt find any pictures laying around the web, so I thought leaving these here.
By the way, aliexpress turned out to be a good experience, and everything went smooth.
rellagher said:
Hello p880 users,
This is my girlfriends phone, and she wanted a samsung-like flip cover, so I found and bought this (I looked everywhere, couldnt find it in ebay):
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Hot-Selling-Retailing-Unltra-Thin-Slim-Side-Back-Battery-Flip-cover-PU-Leather-Housing-case-for/1220467926.html
The case actually feels good in hand and there's a black version too.
The back cover doesnt have NFC, and the back side plastic texture feels cheaper then the original (LG logo is painted instead of a metal plate). The back cover is also a little bit thicker - 2mm maybe. The front flip feels really good and closes well.
I didnt find any pictures laying around the web, so I thought leaving these here.
By the way, aliexpress turned out to be a good experience, and everything went smooth.
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Thanks for sharing thinking about buying it haha.
Very cool, thanks for posting!
Im gonna get on of these too cut a rectangle hole out of the top of it, and try the sview port on it
How to choose a colour?
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darkren said:
How to choose a colour?
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When you order it, you have a message field, leave there a message with the color you want.
Is it possible to order to the Netherlands?
Im dutch it is i think cuz you can choose our land
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Now it should bring it to the neterlands ,sorry for bad english
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deownagee said:
Is it possible to order to the Netherlands?
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Yes its possible. I think its Worldwide.
JoinTheRealms said:
Very cool, thanks for posting!
Im gonna get on of these too cut a rectangle hole out of the top of it, and try the sview port on it
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That would be Cool. If you do it please show us how it went. :thumbup:
Hi friends,
I found this leather case and I think it's really awesome !!!
http://www.nillkin.com/english/proshow.asp?mid=2&sid=0&tid=0&cid=1&scid=13&id=2711&page=1
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Looks really nice, but some ebay link would be awesome
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I found some amazon links but these are not what I am looking for :
You can order that Nillkin (in my previous post) through its own online shopping center.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CM...qid=1383252468&sr=8-96&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EJ...id=1383252571&sr=8-152&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
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closing method?
Does anyone know if this case has a magnet on it or some other way of staying closed?
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Does anyone know if this case has a magnet on it or some other way of staying closed?
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yes. it has some sort of magnet in it.
I bought it 36days ago it takes long to ship :/ to (netherlands) but there is a max day of 60 days so i justhave to wait (sorry for bad english)
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darkren said:
I bought it 36days ago it takes long to ship :/ to (netherlands) but there is a max day of 60 days so i justhave to wait (sorry for bad english)
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wow, 36 days! why didn't you buy from local store? anyway where do you put your phone? I put my phone in my jeans' pocket and i fell like my phone is squeezed in my pocket. using silicon case will make my phone looks bulky. any recommendation, maybe??
I wear it in my pocket 2 and i dont like silicon cases they are hard to get them out of your pocket
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jasin91 said:
Hi friends,
I found this leather case and I think it's really awesome !!!
http://www.nillkin.com/english/proshow.asp?mid=2&sid=0&tid=0&cid=1&scid=13&id=2711&page=1
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Dont use Nillkin, I've used them before. Yes, they look decent and feel great but after about 1 week, the edge start to loose... around 1 month, the skin will peel off....
Currently, I'm using a leather wallet case around 6GBP, It's much better.
nice case but i prefer vertical flap , not horizontal .
Hello everybody, i droped my xperia z1 and now two corners have a dent on the aluminium part. Is this easy to replace? Prices? Any help is apreciated. Thanks on advance
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Probably you are the richest guy on XDA to think to replace the aluminum frame. Sorry for my answer, I try to be polite but your question is useless. Is not easy at all and probably nobody will do that, it will cost you more than a new phone. You have to keep the phone like that now. To be sure just go to the store when you brought the phone and ask them. The last chance, if you can't live with the aluminum frame scratched, sell it and buy a new one.
Get a case
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shteren said:
Get a case
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Okok i get it, hope it didnt afect the waterproof function it was a big fall.
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Yep that can be an issue, if some glue broke off or something, be careful
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better send it to sony center for repair... frame dents normally compromises water proofing... repairing it your self will definitely compromise water proofing...
Welp broke the screen on my second phone now. Man if you drop these phones on the corner, the screen Is guaranteed to break. Anyone else have a similar experience? I do have a case on these phones by the way.
ive been lucky, dropped mine a few times and its still good, case is pretty beat up but rather it be beat up than the phone.
That sucks man! I guess I have a good case, I've dropped mine a bunch.....first few times I kinda freaked, now nothing happens, and I pick it up! Sorry for your loss.
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Dropped my phone off 3 stories and only got a minimal scuff above my volume rocker.. sorry man
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I've dropped mine a few times and not a single scratch or scuff ...I'm rockin a otterbox defender!
What case do you have?
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I'm using the Incipito Dual Shine Pro, 3 major drops on the corner and no damage to phone. 2 small cracks in the case though. Better the case then the phone I say. Sorry you weren't so lucky op.
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Morghan said:
Welp broke the screen on my second phone now. Man if you drop these phones on the corner, the screen Is guaranteed to break. Anyone else have a similar experience? I do have a case on these phones by the way.
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...aren't you the guy who had chocolate melt into the phone speaker?
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Shattered the corner on mine that's it
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Rimmir said:
...aren't you the guy who had chocolate melt into the phone speaker?
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Lol I think I remember reading that but I can't remember the OP from that
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Morghan said:
Welp broke the screen on my second phone now. Man if you drop these phones on the corner, the screen Is guaranteed to break. Anyone else have a similar experience? I do have a case on these phones by the way.
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actually no not at all.. dropped this guy many many times and have a couple chips in the metal but the screen is fine. Even the other day im running on a tredmill and flap my headphone wire with my arms as im running.. it fell on the belt i kicked it and it still was fine.
hahah
I have a Otterbox Commuter on mine, and it has seen the concrete floor at work several times without consequence. Invest in a better case.
I spilled bong water on mines and my girl scratched it a little with my keys over top speaker other than that no drop damage and trust it's seen it's fair share. #TOUGH
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Rimmir said:
...aren't you the guy who had chocolate melt into the phone speaker?
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Lol I can't believe anyone remembered that. Yeah that was me unfortunately.
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Morghan said:
Sorry for being absent from the thread. new phone and preparing for family vacation.
Lol I can't believe anyone remembered that. Yeah that was me unfortunately.
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I think it was your picture that made me remember
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I have had some serious drops before this and it was fine. It's weird that it ends up being the small drop on the corner that does it.
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I think it was your picture that made me remember
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Ahh yes I guess it's a pretty recognizable picture lol
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gutrrob said:
I've dropped mine a few times and not a single scratch or scuff ...I'm rockin a otterbox defender!
What case do you have?
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Cruzerlite XDA case. The thing has has protected my phone multiple times till the corner drop.
Sorry for blowing up the thread. Was busy getting my new phone set up and preparing for Christmas vacation. Just now got around to going through the thread
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Yea even a thin case around the phone will prevent this from happening - it will absorb a lot of impact since its a compressible material...
basically w/o a case if u drop it on the front corners it will likely crack the screen
This is because the impact is abosorbed by the metal- which will not compress, it will just push all the force down to the glass screen and crack it.. if they just had a little bit of rubber or plastic between the metal and the glass it would alleviate the impact enough so that the screen wont crack as easily.
I power slammed my phone and the screen broke. HTC makes crappy phones. I'm buying a iPhone
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