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OEM Case smart mod

I was thinking of just buying the OEM case and modding it to have smart functionality myself.
My idea was to buy some magnetic sheeting such as that found here and stick it to the inside of the front cover. Hopefully that would be enough to both keep the cover from flapping about, and also activate the magnetic sensor.
Has anyone experimented with this? Got any tips or suggestions?
PS. If anyone lives in Melbourne, Australia and can let me know where I can find a grey OEM case I'd be extremely appreciative.

I thought the official case had the magnet for the smart on/off already?

bewA said:
I thought the official case had the magnet for the smart on/off already?
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Not to my knowledge. Although I'm baffled as to why it doesn't.

The trick would be to get a magnet which is not too strong or too weak. I modded a Kindle fire case with a small rare earth magnet which worked fine but also switched the N7 off when folding the cover to the back. I don't think any magnet is going to keep the front flap closed though, there's nothing for the magnet to cling to on the N7.

Hmmm. That's interesting. I just assumed that there would be enough metal in the device to hold on to. I guess the iPad has a metal back, so the smart cover would be attracted to that. I'm searching around for a case, and if/when I get a chance to try the I'll report back here.
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I actually just did this mod. Give me a few hours and I will post pictures and a detailed description on how I did it!
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Troute said:
The trick would be to get a magnet which is not too strong or too weak. I modded a Kindle fire case with a small rare earth magnet which worked fine but also switched the N7 off when folding the cover to the back. I don't think any magnet is going to keep the front flap closed though, there's nothing for the magnet to cling to on the N7.
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Damn, I just realized this too. I was letting the glue set from my mod. Folding the cover back also turns off the tablet... So much for that mod.

Niksko, what is your preferred phone? (on your phone history)

fosser2 said:
I actually just did this mod. Give me a few hours and I will post pictures and a detailed description on how I did it!
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Damn, I just realized this too. I was letting the glue set from my mod. Folding the cover back also turns off the tablet... So much for that mod.
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What sort of magnets did you use?
As for my favourite phone, the 3315 is just a classic. I'll never forget the time I gave my new 3315 to a random guy I found on the internet so that he could swap out the green LEDs for blue ones. I was 14.
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I modified my N7 case into a smart cover. Took quite a bit of experimentation and had to chop one of my magnets into quarters but eventually I got it working reliably without issues when the cover was closed or opened and folded back. To make the magnet flush inside of the case I melted a dent into the inside flap right where the sensor is located, which worked well.
The one additional thing did to make it completely reliable was stuck a flat bead to the outside of my cover to give about an eighth of an inch of clearance right where the magnet is mounted. It is flat enough that I don't notice it when my N7 is in use but provides enough buffer that I no longer have an accidental activations of the sensor with the cover folded behind the Nexus.
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My new battery back replacement(metal) + Alluminium Bumper (short review) ;)

Pictures Updated: more clear + new picture with my Alluminium Bumper and Siderpodium Also, links for Bumer and back added
Metal Back purchased from : citytechsupply.com/galaxy-note-2-n7100/2847-battery-cover-metal-for-samsung-galaxy-note-2.html
Delivery: was quite impressive >> within 8/9 days to my home with hongkong normal postal service usd 2 approx for that(dont remember really)
Pros over stock back plate:
1. Metalic look colors as u may be able to figure that out in my pix. + the "GALAXY NOTE 2" is embossed on it.
2. The Camera whole is pushed lil over the lens glass which now allows me to place the phone on its back as earlier i was afraid always to not scratch it.
3. Embossed GALAXY NOTE II: its really loooks s*xy
No signal droop for me till now
And forgot to mention 1 con . No nfc. any ways I don't use it only may be once a month to transfer my mixes and some pictures to my sisters s3
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Alluminium Bumber purchased from: http://www.mcbub.com/item/New-Alumi...or-Samsung-N7100-Galaxy-Note-2--Black-153692/
Delivery: nearly gave me heart attack as it was nearly 20-25 days, but i must admit i went with the cheap shipping. but overall it fits very well. Pictures for Bumper alone is also added
Pros:
Ofcourse it looks s'xy and plus it protects the "SO called" side chromes
I hope all this is helpfull for someone. pls dnt forgt to hit thanks
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Re: My new battery back replacement(metal)
Nice! Do you mind posting a link?
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AdamF77 said:
Nice! Do you mind posting a link?
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updated with more pics and links. check op

Nice review.
Problem with this backcover, it doesn't have NFC chip anymore right?
No Cons in the review?
How's the signal? Does it affect aluminum bumper and backing weaken the signal?

providence said:
Nice review.
Problem with this backcover, it doesn't have NFC chip anymore right?
No Cons in the review?
How's the signal? Does it affect aluminum bumper and backing weaken the signal?
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No signal droop for me till now
And forgot to mention 1 con . No nfc. any ways I don't use it only may be once a month to transfer my mixes and some pictures to my sisters s3
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Now i've seen two different kind of back cover just like this. One with a white border (like yours) and one with a black one i've seen. I think the black border one would blend in better with the titanium color note. How much you get yours OP? And where from? Thanks for the pics
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citytechsupply has its domain parked by go daddy; any other links to that nice looking back cover?
thanks

nexicon said:
Now i've seen two different kind of back cover just like this. One with a white border (like yours) and one with a black one i've seen. I think the black border one would blend in better with the titanium color note. How much you get yours OP? And where from? Thanks for the pics
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yes, black will blend better
and link already in op. or if problem opening it ..... just go to velocitytechsupply.com/
else, search for metal battery back for note 2 on google

wase4711 said:
citytechsupply has its domain parked by go daddy; any other links to that nice looking back cover?
thanks
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try velocitytechsupply.com/ and search there
or just google >> metal back for note 2
or mcbub . com
or obbstore . com

jitin02 said:
Pictures Updated: more clear + new picture with my Alluminium Bumper and Siderpodium Also, links for Bumer and back added
Metal Back purchased from : citytechsupply.com/galaxy-note-2-n7100/2847-battery-cover-metal-for-samsung-galaxy-note-2.html
Delivery: was quite impressive >> within 8/9 days to my home with hongkong normal postal service usd 2 approx for that(dont remember really)
Pros over stock back plate:
1. Metalic look colors as u may be able to figure that out in my pix. + the "GALAXY NOTE 2" is embossed on it.
2. The Camera whole is pushed lil over the lens glass which now allows me to place the phone on its back as earlier i was afraid always to not scratch it.
3. Embossed GALAXY NOTE II: its really loooks s*xy
No signal droop for me till now
And forgot to mention 1 con . No nfc. any ways I don't use it only may be once a month to transfer my mixes and some pictures to my sisters s3
Sent from my ST25i using xda app-developers app
Alluminium Bumber purchased from: http://www.mcbub.com/item/New-Alumi...or-Samsung-N7100-Galaxy-Note-2--Black-153692/
Delivery: nearly gave me heart attack as it was nearly 20-25 days, but i must admit i went with the cheap shipping. but overall it fits very well. Pictures for Bumper alone is also added
Pros:
Ofcourse it looks s'xy and plus it protects the "SO called" side chromes
I hope all this is helpfull for someone. pls dnt forgt to hit thanks
Sent from my ST25i using xda app-developers app
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Your address for cititechsupply is not a good one. can you check?
Thanks.
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never mind, I got it.

Like!
I like the case! I just hope i can find a local supplier here in the Philippines.

Is there a case like the S4 case for the note 2?

Is there a flip case, like the one that you can get for the S4 with the clear plastic panel so you can see the top screen without opening it (I think its called S-View) available for the Note 2 in the UK?
Many thanks.

Go to ebay, type "s-view case note 2" and you get a ton of choices, starting from $4.70

I did try a similar search - honest :silly: , but your search worked better, thank you.

Sorry for the noob question but how exactly do they work?Is there any app to acompany them since the phone doesn't support this functions?

Invalid_GR said:
Sorry for the noob question but how exactly do they work?Is there any app to acompany them since the phone doesn't support this functions?
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I also wonder

I was wondering about this too and wanted to see if it would do as I would like, the picture attached shows the case on the Note 2 - although I have the leaked stock 4.3 ROM on it, with a plugin for the notification icons on the right of the top panel.
The bottom panel is for accepting or rejecting calls without opening although I could do with out this really, but nothing available without it.
Time will tell if I keep this or not.
Link to image - http://sdrv.ms/1h8CbhU

coercri said:
I was wondering about this too and wanted to see if it would do as I would like, the picture attached shows the case on the Note 2 - although I have the leaked stock 4.3 ROM on it, with a plugin for the notification icons on the right of the top panel.
The bottom panel is for accepting or rejecting calls without opening although I could do with out this really, but nothing available without it.
Time will tell if I keep this or not.
Link to image - http://sdrv.ms/1h8CbhU
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wait a sec, you got your note II to use s-view notifications? is this a 3rd party app? the note II doesn't work with the offical s-view cases like the S4 and the Galaxy Mega, because it doesn't have the magnets that activate the phone into s-view mode.

No, its not using s-view at all, it's just showing the lock screen through the clear plastic panels - if the display is showing the launcher desktop then it doesn't looks right at all.

Well there's this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Goospery-Ea...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item33855e4834
without the slide to answer phone call. Just go to accessibility and check Home button to answer call. I used UCCW to make a notification for phone/text/gmail to show in the display.

Thought I'd add to the discussion...
I bought 2 different "S-View" cases for my Note 2, and have been using one of them for the last month. The time and notifications at the top of the screen fit perfectly in the clear panel. When someone calls me, the information also fits perfectly into the window... I don't have to open the cover at all.
These are the cases I bought:
http://www.amazon.com/Arbalest-Cover-Samsung-Galaxy-GT-N7100/dp/B00F3TVSQS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383681294&sr=8-1&keywords=note+2+arbalest
http://www.amazon.com/Goospery-Cover-Samsung-Galaxy-Mercury/dp/B00EUSQ4IK/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1383681364&sr=8-9&keywords=note+2+goospery
Build quality on both cases is good, although the cutouts could be a smidgeon "cleaner". The Arbalest is the one I've been using the most. It covers the full sides and back of the phone, and has a sturdy cover that doesn't wiggle around that much. There's also an indentation on the inner cover where the physical home button would contact so that you don't inadvertently turn on the display. Unlike most of the other S-View folio cases, the cover is also designed so as to allow you to use the case as a stand (like a typical tablet cover) that makes media viewing much more convenient.
The Goospery one is similar in build and quality. It's a more minimal design, and covers the long sides of the phone. There is a slight recess on the cover where the physical home button makes contact. Contrary to the Arbalest case, it's meant to allow you to actually press the home button while the cover is closed so that you can answer calls or check the time through the clear panel. The cover wiggles a bit more on this case which I find a little annoying. It's odd because the cover is attached all the way up to its pivot point like the OEM Note II flip cover. Hence, it can't be used as a stand.
I first started using a Casemate Pop!, Seidio Surface, and Seidio Active. All of them had kickstands. The Seidio kickstands sucked, and the Pop! was a little bulky. I switched to the the OEM Protective Cover + and loved it's minimal design... but got 2 tiny micro scratches on my screen. I'm not a fan of screen protectors because I personally feel they look worn after a few months, and they detract from the display itself. I also missed having the convenience of being able to watch something without trying to prop it up on other objects. I liked the idea of the OEM flip cover, but didn't like the fact that there was no additional protection on the phone, as well as the need to always open the cover to do anything. My ideal case would be an OEM Samsung Protective Cover + S-View.

amadeus303 said:
Thought I'd add to the discussion...
My ideal case would be an OEM Samsung Protective Cover + S-View.
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Thanks for the nice reviews and suggestions. The below link is what I did with the original OEM flip cover and OEM bumper and found it to be a very nice solution. I'm not sure but you may find it to be somewhat crude but I find it looks and works well
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34909309
edit: see post #15
edit2: I just realized for this to work that it has to be a battery cover replacement with s view. So now my search for that begins

GMAN1722 said:
Thanks for the nice reviews and suggestions. The below link is what I did with the original OEM flip cover and OEM bumper and found it to be a very nice solution. I'm not sure but you may find it to be somewhat crude but I find it looks and works well
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34909309
edit: see post #15
edit2: I just realized for this to work that it has to be a battery cover replacement with s view. So now my search for that begins
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Thanks - I actually remember reading your post last year when I first got my phone. I was going to attempt it myself, but unfortunately never got around to it. The thing that I'm really getting used to having again is a way to position the phone in landscape mode. Although I think Seidio makes a fairly good case, my opinion on their kickstands hasn't changed. However, I did see this new design they made for the Note 3:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-ledger-flip-view-dark-gray-p/csf2ssgt3k-dg.htm
I have to revise my "ideal case" to an OEM Protective Cover + with S-View and a Kickstand (or other method of putting into landscape). I would seriously pay some decent coin for that! No bulk, protection for the screen, a way to see who's calling without opening the cover, and a way to watch media conveniently. Everything's always a compromise, eh?

amadeus303 said:
Thanks - I actually remember reading your post last year when I first got my phone. I was going to attempt it myself, but unfortunately never got around to it. The thing that I'm really getting used to having again is a way to position the phone in landscape mode. Although I think Seidio makes a fairly good case, my opinion on their kickstands hasn't changed. However, I did see this new design they made for the Note 3:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-ledger-flip-view-dark-gray-p/csf2ssgt3k-dg.htm
I have to revise my "ideal case" to an OEM Protective Cover + with S-View and a Kickstand (or other method of putting into landscape). I would seriously pay some decent coin for that! No bulk, protection for the screen, a way to see who's calling without opening the cover, and a way to watch media conveniently. Everything's always a compromise, eh?
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It wasn't me who came up with the idea. As much as I would like to take credit for it I can't as I am not that creative. In fact, I didn't do it myself. I showed it to a friend and had him do it for me
So far I have only seen the battery replacement cover with an additional window on the bottom in order to answer the phone. I don't particularly like the look of it. I am looking for one that you can answer the phone by the Home button like on the Goosperry. I also hope that it will fit my existing bumper case

So far this is the only one that I found that is close to what I am looking for.
http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-luxa-lucir-incredible-view-cover/
I say close because it says that it replaces the battery cover (no nfc but I don't really use that anyway) but looking at the pictures it seems more like a case. Also I'm not sure if i wanted to spend this much ($30) on an unknown item. I would appreciate any thoughts on this case, thanks:good:
edit: found this one with a bumper on the same site http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-french-bumper-ultra-protective-view-cover/. The problem is that it gives the same generic description as the other one (in regards to material and how it doesn't add bulk).how can a bumper be the same as a battery cover? It's also the same price.
Edit2: I found another case on the same site with the same description for five dollars less

GMAN1722 said:
So far this is the only one that I found that is close to what I am looking for.
http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-luxa-lucir-incredible-view-cover/
I say close because it says that it replaces the battery cover (no nfc but I don't really use that anyway) but looking at the pictures it seems more like a case. Also I'm not sure if i wanted to spend this much ($30) on an unknown item. I would appreciate any thoughts on this case, thanks:good:
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That looks like the exact same design as the Goospery one I got from Amazon, sans the "Galaxy Note II" graphics. It's even got the indentation to press the home button. It definitely doesn't look like a battery replacement... you can see a cutout for the power button that seems rather pronounced.
I'm still really liking the Arbalest case. I particularly like that there's no branding on the outside of it whatsoever... I just wish it had the slimmer profile of the OEM Protective Cover +.
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Gman... check this out:
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x138fmg_samsung-galaxy-note-2-n7100-battery-replacement-case-cover_school

amadeus303 said:
That looks like the exact same design as the Goospery one I got from Amazon, sans the "Galaxy Note II" graphics. It's even got the indentation to press the home button. It definitely doesn't look like a battery replacement... you can see a cutout for the power button that seems rather pronounced.
I'm still really liking the Arbalest case. I particularly like that there's no branding on the outside of it whatsoever... I just wish it had the slimmer profile of the OEM Protective Cover +.
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Gman... check this out:
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x138fmg_samsung-galaxy-note-2-n7100-battery-replacement-case-cover_school
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Cool, thanks. My only question is can I answer the phone via the home button like on the Goosperry?

See this video with the s-view app working with the s-view cover. In my N2 works great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CH-Ce8E-UoU&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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jrenascimento said:
See this video with the s-view app working with the s-view cover. In my N2 works great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CH-Ce8E-UoU&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Are you saying the app works great? Or are you saying the S4 S View cover works great on a Note 2? Or both?

amadeus303 said:
Are you saying the app works great? Or are you saying the S4 S View cover works great on a Note 2? Or both?
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The application and s-view case, both worked excellently on my note*2.
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How useful is this?

Pebble on leather strap and NATO

http://youtu.be/c_2PSMC53xI
Swapped the stock rubber for leather, then changed to NATO.

seoulbrova said:
http://youtu.be/c_2PSMC53xI
Swapped the stock rubber for leather, then changed to NATO.
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I think something is wrong with it. I clicked on it when you first posted and since then it's been saying that's still processing the video. I think it may be a bad upload. I would really like to see it though because I'm looking for a replacement band.
Edit: Nvm, it's working now. Would you be able to put on the watch with the leather/NATO strap? I'm curious to see how it looks on the wrist. Also, do you think the NATO strap makes it seem cheap compared to using a leather/metal band?

PsychDrummer said:
I think something is wrong with it. I clicked on it when you first posted and since then it's been saying that's still processing the video. I think it may be a bad upload. I would really like to see it though because I'm looking for a replacement band.
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It's up now. I had to change the file and upload it again.

Now I want to change a rubber strap on my pebble. I think, I will buy nylon watch strap. I found 2 models of nylons straps: NATO and ZULU. Who already have these straps? Your suggestions what strap to select and where?

seoulbrova said:
http://youtu.be/c_2PSMC53xI
Swapped the stock rubber for leather, then changed to NATO.
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Thanks Just about to receive my NATO strap today. Saw your post just in time! I got a black one for my black pebble but now that I've seen your video I think the grey one looks cooler.

I did not know what width of a strap I should take for my black pebble, but today I found very good article about nato straps for smart watches. Here you can find it: http://blog.tafstyle.com/nato-straps-for-smart-watches
From this pot I understand, that I need to order 22 mm width nato strap. Now the problem is to choose color.
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Thanks Just about to receive my NATO strap today. Saw your post just in time! I got a black one for my black pebble but now that I've seen your video I think the grey one looks cooler.
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Black nato strap is not ok for black pebble?
I'm searching for nato strap to my pebble, what you can recommend me http://tafstyle.com/13-premium-nato-straps ?
At first I decided to order black one.

Lolapopi said:
I did not know what width of a strap I should take for my black pebble, but today I found very good article about nato straps for smart watches. Here you can find it: http://blog.tafstyle.com/nato-straps-for-smart-watches
From this pot I understand, that I need to order 22 mm width nato strap. Now the problem is to choose color.
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Black nato strap is not ok for black pebble?
I'm searching for nato strap to my pebble, what you can recommend me http://tafstyle.com/13-premium-nato-straps ?
At first I decided to order black one.
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Black is absolutely okay I just meant that the grey one with black buckles looked cooler in the video.
I'm using a black one with chrome/silver buckles and it looks good too!

wrist is not "clicking" on

i wore my watch gear too tight and somehow when i flexed my wrist it snapped. not it is not "clicking" and holding like it suppose to. help!

hiendaloser said:
i wore my watch gear too tight and somehow when i flexed my wrist it snapped. not it is not "clicking" and holding like it suppose to. help!
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How can anybody on here help? You need a new strap. Simple. Maybe next time you'll take better care of your things. :thumbup:
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hiendaloser said:
i wore my watch gear too tight and somehow when i flexed my wrist it snapped. not it is not "clicking" and holding like it suppose to. help!
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Bend the metal piece between the speaker clasp and the band so it's more curved. Don't drastically bend it! Just little bends until the tang on the clasp grabs in its slot. If it's too flat the tang won't grab.
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John_wba said:
How can anybody on here help? You need a new strap. Simple. Maybe next time you'll take better care of your things. :thumbup:
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Just because you can't help doesn't mean no one can. Replacing bands on this watch isn't easy. Unless you know how to. If you do, that would be some thing to help him. Please be more sympathetic.

440bro said:
Bend the metal piece between the speaker clasp and the band so it's more curved. Don't drastically bend it! Just little bends until the tang on the clasp grabs in its slot. If it's too flat the tang won't grab.
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Just because you can't help doesn't mean no one can. Replacing bands on this watch isn't easy. Unless you know how to. If you do, that would be some thing to help him. Please be more sympathetic.
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Lol.
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Thanks for the replies. I will try tonight. And of course the easiest way is to replace it i was trying to use that as a last resort. Just simply asking cause I didn't see any threads about it.