Now that the wood back plates are popping up on Ebay, I'm wondering how difficult it would be to change out the stock plate with a wood one. It looks like there is no adhesive, flash or camera lens in these new backs, so I'm curious how hard it would be to migrate everything over. Does anyone have any experience doing this and want to give me some pointers? Also, if you don't reuse the adhesive, what product would you use in its place? Thanks in advance!
There is a thread in the accessories forum that might be of use to you in regards to back cover replacements.
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Pr0f_Farnsw0rth said:
Now that the wood back plates are popping up on Ebay, I'm wondering how difficult it would be to change out the stock plate with a wood one. It looks like there is no adhesive, flash or camera lens in these new backs, so I'm curious how hard it would be to migrate everything over. Does anyone have any experience doing this and want to give me some pointers? Also, if you don't reuse the adhesive, what product would you use in its place? Thanks in advance!
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Begin your search here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2500086
On the G+ moto x community, someone posted pics of a swap that he did.
There's a you tube video of it. Try that Google thing. Instant answers.....sometimes.
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There's a you tube video of it. Try that Google thing. Instant answers.....sometimes.
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To be fair, I did that Google thing... Found myself here
I'll see myself out now...
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Can we start a discussion around this replacement inner bezel/frame?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ACCESKE/
Specifically I'd like to know if this is compatible with SCH-I605, the Verizon wireless variant of SGN2. I've searched for an iFixit teardown or anything else that might show the internal frame on the VZW version but no luck. Anyone have info on this?
m.ocean said:
Can we start a discussion around this replacement inner bezel/frame?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ACCESKE/
Specifically I'd like to know if this is compatible with SCH-I605, the Verizon wireless variant of SGN2. I've searched for an iFixit teardown or anything else that might show the internal frame on the VZW version but no luck. Anyone have info on this?
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Just a thought..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/sp.html?a=B00ACCESKE&s=A22Q0QY5OHFW08
Near the bottom of that (mobile browser) there is a link to contact the seller "IDS Online Shop"
Seems like a good place to start.
I couldn't see why it wouldn't work, given that I believe the dimensions of the VZW Gn2 are the same.
I've thought about this too, the problem is the pins are raised so they make contact with the battery cover, there's already like 3 threads about this
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Brad.S. said:
Just a thought..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/sp.html?a=B00ACCESKE&s=A22Q0QY5OHFW08
Near the bottom of that (mobile browser) there is a link to contact the seller "IDS Online Shop"
Seems like a good place to start.
I couldn't see why it wouldn't work, given that I believe the dimensions of the VZW Gn2 are the same.
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I reached out to the seller and they state that these ARE compatible. Good news! Will report back when I receive it.
littleguevara said:
I've thought about this too, the problem is the pins are raised so they make contact with the battery cover, there's already like 3 threads about this
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You can use a thin rolled strip of copper tape to overcome the fact that the pins aren't raised on the VZW version. The thread on wireless charging mod shows how to do this.
m.ocean said:
I reached out to the seller and they state that these ARE compatible. Good news! Will report back when I receive it.
You can use a thin rolled strip of copper tape to overcome the fact that the pins aren't raised on the VZW version. The thread on wireless charging mod shows how to do this.
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I'm wondering how did it go...
cause I dropped my verizon SGN2 and that silver frame got chipped so ugly.
I saw all images from ebay and amazon and all of them look different with mine.
mark729 said:
I'm wondering how did it go...
cause I dropped my verizon SGN2 and that silver frame got chipped so ugly.
I saw all images from ebay and amazon and all of them look different with mine.
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Same here! I dropped my SGN2 and the silver bezel look awful. Ive been trying to hide it using covers but I would really like to replace it. Ive contacted many suppliers in my country, the only solution was to replace the bezel and the screen all together. That would cost me around 300 $s. Any other solutions?
Any luck OP? I want wireless charging in my Note 2 :fingers-crossed:
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Chahine said:
Same here! I dropped my SGN2 and the silver bezel look awful. Ive been trying to hide it using covers but I would really like to replace it. Ive contacted many suppliers in my country, the only solution was to replace the bezel and the screen all together. That would cost me around 300 $s. Any other solutions?
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http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-note-ii-sch-i605-rear-housing.html
I bought this. Just silver frame.
Have not replaced yet but looks same as verizon one.
Check out this thread!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2102920
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Hi All,
I'm considering the Moto X as a replacement for my Nexus 5. I'm kinda undecided about wood vs leather for the back - but I was wondering, can the backs be swapped out easily enough? I'd then be tempted to buy a wood one, and a leather back later on if I fancy a change. I believe this was fairly common practice with the old Moto X - but not seen it mentioned with regards to the new one.
Thanks.
No, you cannot, the back cover is sealed using an adhesive. Go for the wood one, the leather will get worn out soon.
Thanks very much. I would take the wood over leather anyway, since it's a bit different. Just need to work out which wood though.. I'm keen on 3 out of 4 of them! I've only seen bamboo in person (it was nice, but lighter than I thought). Had a lovely feel to it though. I'd love to see and feel the others before buying but I suspect it won't be possible.
tifosi256 said:
Thanks very much. I would take the wood over leather anyway, since it's a bit different. Just need to work out which wood though.. I'm keen on 3 out of 4 of them! I've only seen bamboo in person (it was nice, but lighter than I thought). Had a lovely feel to it though. I'd love to see and feel the others before buying but I suspect it won't be possible.
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Try and watch some video reviews, read reviews on the web, high res pictures. These should help you decide by giving you a better idea. Use the thanks button instead of typing it out, much easier. Oh and , if your gonna put a case on it anyway, you could always buy the plastic back one and save some cash.
tifosi256 said:
Hi All,
I'm considering the Moto X as a replacement for my Nexus 5. I'm kinda undecided about wood vs leather for the back - but I was wondering, can the backs be swapped out easily enough? I'd then be tempted to buy a wood one, and a leather back later on if I fancy a change. I believe this was fairly common practice with the old Moto X - but not seen it mentioned with regards to the new one.
Thanks.
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I saw a video where someone took of the back, it came of with some damage but I think a new one could be glued back on
Hey everyone,
Does anyone know where to get replacement back panel for the Moto X 2014? I thought I liked the leather, but I'm not sure about it anymore. I would like to try one of the plastic ones, definitely not the wood, I've been seeing some disasters from those. Is it possible at this point without contacting Motorola and their terrible customer service?
Before you post a lmgtfy.com link, I've looked already, and I'm not sure if I don't know what I'm looking for, or what, but I found a few sites...
etradesupply, and I think even Ebay have some parts that could be a potential replacement?
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Moto XT1095, if that makes a difference.
nyte3k said:
Hey everyone,
Does anyone know where to get replacement back panel for the Moto X 2014? I thought I liked the leather, but I'm not sure about it anymore. I would like to try one of the plastic ones, definitely not the wood, I've been seeing some disasters from those. Is it possible at this point without contacting Motorola and their terrible customer service?
Before you post a lmgtfy.com link, I've looked already, and I'm not sure if I don't know what I'm looking for, or what, but I found a few sites...
etradesupply, and I think even Ebay have some parts that could be a potential replacement?
Edit:
Moto XT1095, if that makes a difference.
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Just recieved a black one today, have more ordered now..
Also have dbrand skins ordered for the back shells..
Go here >> http://www.ebay.com/itm/25175392573...49&var=550678599913&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Go here >>http://www.ebay.com/itm/26169798881...49&var=560565152846&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
And Go here >> https://dbrand.com/shop/moto-x-2014
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Just recieved a black one today, have more ordered now..
Also have dbrand skins ordered for the back shells..
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How hard is it to change them out?
gotzaDroid said:
How hard is it to change them out?
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Double sided tape holds the shell on..I have attached a YouTube link, start at about minute 3:00 and you can see the removal process..
The new panel/shells that I have purchased from the eBay link I provided, come with the double sided adhesive already applied..just pull/peel off the plastic covering and apply to device..
Here >> Moto X (2nd Gen): Tear Down and Exploration: http://youtu.be/dweww9_RF2E
Exclusive Moto user since 1989..
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http://waynekent.com/page6.html
"Praise Jah" YOU people.!
Dbrand for leather
Can you use the dbrand skins on the leather? I don't see the adhesive sticking, but what do I know? Lol.
NWKENT said:
Double sided tape holds the shell on..I have attached a YouTube link, start at about minute 3:00 and you can see the removal process..
The new panel/shells that I have purchased from the eBay link I provided, come with the double sided adhesive already applied..just pull/peel off the plastic covering and apply to device..
Here >> Moto X (2nd Gen): Tear Down and Exploration: http://youtu.be/dweww9_RF2E
Exclusive Moto user since 1989..
XT1080M Droid Maxx Developer Edition
http://waynekent.com/page6.html
"Praise Jah" YOU people.!
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Thanks for the video. I can see why the wood backs are peeling now. I'm totally not going to replace mine if I don't have to, but nice to know about the Sim tray trick.
hi guys, I cant understand if real black back cover really exists. Some vendors sells parts where they say the item is black, however you cant tell from photos if the color is real black or normal midnight blue.
Do they really exists? Or we have to manage with dbrand skins or similar to have a black n6?
Thanks for the info
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hi guys, I cant understand if real black back cover really exists. Some vendors sells parts where they say the item is black, however you cant tell from photos if the color is real black or normal midnight blue.
Do they really exists? Or we have to manage with dbrand skins or similar to have a black n6?
Thanks for the info
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There is no original black battery cover, but they do exist, just not official ones. You can buy them from ebay and so on.
By my experience some of these covers are nearly identical to original ones, but depends on your luck sometimes...
Monster Mary said:
There is no original black battery cover, but they do exist, just not official ones. You can buy them from ebay and so on.
By my experience some of these covers are nearly identical to original ones, but depends on your luck sometimes...
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Thanks, I know that they are not officials, probably all you can find in ebay or china sites are just copy but it's ok for me.
If someone have a link to some items surely black I would appreciate
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mangusZen said:
Thanks, I know that they are not officials, probably all you can find in ebay or china sites are just copy but it's ok for me.
If someone have a link to some items surely black I would appreciate
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I just ordered this one the other day http://m.ebay.com/itm/251723199982?_mwBanner=1. Selecting the black one will be the one that's used on the Moto X Pro. Which is almost the same exact phone, just not the Nexus version.
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I just ordered this one the other day http://m.ebay.com/itm/251723199982?_mwBanner=1. Selecting the black one will be the one that's used on the Moto X Pro. Which is almost the same exact phone, just not the Nexus version.
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Yes but the black one moto x pro doesn't have the nexus logo , only motorola
Moto X Pro battery cover looks grippy with soft touch material applied on top of plastic. It would work better than stock nexus 6 battery cover. I would ditch nexus logo on the back for a better grip.
Semseddin said:
Moto X Pro battery cover looks grippy with soft touch material applied on top of plastic. It would work better than stock nexus 6 battery cover. I would ditch nexus logo on the back for a better grip.
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I just got it in the mail today. Applied it. It fit excellent. It has a rubbery, soft touch feel. Way easier to grip than the factory one. I'm a fan. I think I might order a few more just to have them.
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I just got it in the mail today. Applied it. It fit excellent. It has a rubbery, soft touch feel. Way easier to grip than the factory one. I'm a fan. I think I might order a few more just to have them.
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Glad you liked it. Can you post some photos of your new grippy nexus 6 May i ask if the black battery door come with its own adhesive ? I am planning to order it myself. :good:
Semseddin said:
Glad you liked it. Can you post some photos of your new grippy nexus 6 May i ask if the black battery door come with its own adhesive ? I am planning to order it myself. :good:
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Here ya go
They were taken with an ancient Galaxy S3. Sorry about the potato-like quality.
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Here ya go
They were taken with an ancient Galaxy S3. Sorry about the potato-like quality.
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Very nice indeed, did the battery door come with its own adhesive ?
@Semseddin Yup. It has this super sticky adhesive already applied. The hardest part is getting the old one off. You have to be really careful. There's some heat shield or something that separates the battery and the back cover. Once I started removal, I used a manicure tool I had with a rounded edge to separate the back cover from it. Here's a good video showing the removal and replacement.
https://youtu.be/Yk1CGk0TZAw
@JR442,
I can take it out using my bare fingernails, being a cell techician for quite a while.. I ordered 3 pieces of black battery doors. 1 for myself and 2 for my customers. I watched a nice moto x pro review on youtube by rozedked. Provides detailed look of the black battery door. I think more nexus6 owners will realize the need of this battery door as the stock plastic battery door is so fingerprint magnet and slippery and tends to get scratched easily. None of these would be an issue with the black soft touch moto x pro back cover.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lp1EFrr9pEk
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@JR442,
I can take it out using my bare fingernails, being a cell techician for quite a while.. I ordered 3 pieces of black battery doors. 1 for myself and 2 for my customers. I watched a nice moto x pro review on youtube by rozedked. Provides detailed look of the black battery door. I think more nexus6 owners will realize the need of this battery door as the stock plastic battery door is so fingerprint magnet and slippery and tends to get scratched easily. None of these would be an issue with the black soft touch moto x pro back cover.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lp1EFrr9pEk
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Did you ever get any more of those? I went to order some more and they're sold out. I did find a place that sells the adhesive backing for them so I could reuse the one I have easily. I just did a frame swap because my blue frame had a couple nicks, plus I was tired of looking at it. Went with the frame from the white version this time.
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Did you ever get any more of those? I went to order some more and they're sold out. I did find a place that sells the adhesive backing for them so I could reuse the one I have easily. I just did a frame swap because my blue frame had a couple nicks, plus I was tired of looking at it. Went with the frame from the white version this time. View attachment 3556590
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The ones i bought all came with adhesive and %100 oem original motorola parts. I will pm you my sellers' email address so you can contact him yourself.
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The ones i bought all came with adhesive and %100 oem original motorola parts. I will pm you my sellers' email address so you can contact him yourself.
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Thank you! The one I got came with adhesive too. But it gets a little messed up if you have to remove it. That's where I was getting at when I said I found replacement double sided adhesive. Then you can peel off the old, heat up the new. Slap it on and reuse the same battery cover as often as you need to. Still... I'd love to be able to purchase some more if your seller has any left. There were two sellers on eBay I've seen and both of them are out of stock now. ?
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The ones i bought all came with adhesive and %100 oem original motorola parts. I will pm you my sellers' email address so you can contact him yourself.
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Wow, this is what I've been looking for. Can you please send me the contact info as well. Thanks
mjon13 said:
Wow, this is what I've been looking for. Can you please send me the contact info as well. Thanks
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done.
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done.
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me too if possible.
Does NFC work with the pro X battery cover?
Scottay5150 said:
Does NFC work with the pro X battery cover?
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I've never actually tried it, but I don't see why it wouldn't work. It's made of the same material as the stock one. Just a soft touch rubber coating. I'd think the only thing that would hinder NFC would be something metal.
So like title said, post links / names of cases you can find online, for now there is only two options avaiable:
https://www.verizonwireless.com/accessories/verizon-two-tone-bumper-case-for-moto-z-play-droid/
https://www.incipio.com/cases/smart...cases/moto-z-play-droid-co-molded-bumper.html
The second one is not mod friendly. I've it and it doesn't​ fit car dock or back style mods.
drvoje said:
So like title said, post links / names of cases you can find online, for now there is only two options avaiable:
https://www.verizonwireless.com/accessories/verizon-two-tone-bumper-case-for-moto-z-play-droid/
https://www.incipio.com/cases/smart...cases/moto-z-play-droid-co-molded-bumper.html
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I'll vouch for the Verizon bumper case. So far all the mods I have fit with this on. I know its not a full case, but it protects the siding and gives you the ability to hot swap mods all day
I have the famous YouTube review video showing how terrible the Incipio bumper is. It doesn't even work with their own battery pack. Just poor engineering and design.
Is there any more options beside this two? Because verizon is not available to Europe?
found this one, but seems ... meh..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bumper-Hull...hash=item2cb1bc7c5d:m:mfyawQRORjPhUzy0W1tvT1w
I backed the Edge Shield Bumper, at Indiegogo. But it will take some more time to deliver because Lenovo/Motorola asked for a legal agreement, this month. So I have to wait to see it's quality.
i am aware of edge bumper but its not available...
just an update, found this as well, will order it and test it out
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Luxury-Alum...hash=item46617fd53b:m:mgaxLvfprj1bg9tMQdetkKw
NOTE: did not order because seller said it does not work with mods
Definitely want to know if it's mod friendly
Verizon one just broke on me. Lasted about 5 months. I want another one because it is the only one that works. Any idea where I can buy? I would love the edge shield when it comes.
Just received a Sparin TPU case for the MZP from Amazon today. The best part is that it fits OVER the style shell and all. Yeah, it's a tight squeeze and the top mic hole is a little bit off and it is a bit of a pain to remove, but it works. Don't know how long his case will hold up without cracking or yellowing, but so far I'm impressed. Buttons are able to be clicked and power cord inserted. Got a 2 pack for less than $10 shipped.
Oh, and no hole for the pins either.
RepublicImages said:
Just received a Sparin TPU case for the MZP from Amazon today. The best part is that it fits OVER the style shell and all. Yeah, it's a tight squeeze and the top mic hole is a little bit off and it is a bit of a pain to remove, but it works. Don't know how long his case will hold up without cracking or yellowing, but so far I'm impressed. Buttons are able to be clicked and power cord inserted. Got a 2 pack for less than $10 shipped.
Oh, and no hole for the pins either.
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Can you please provide link to those cases?
St.Noigel said:
Can you please provide link to those cases?
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Here's the description on Amazon. It won't let me post the URL. I'll try and provide pics of the case later today.
SPARIN [2 Pack] Moto Z Play Case, [Lightweight] [Anti Scratch] TPU Case for Motorola Moto Z Play Android
Link, please.
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Zeljko1234 said:
Link, please.
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He can't post links. ))
So you can just Google it.
I can do it for you.
https://www.amazon.com/SPARIN-Moto-Play-Lightweight-Motorola/dp/B01I2ZJQTA
St.Noigel said:
He can't post links. ))
So you can just Google it.
I can do it for you.
https://www.amazon.com/SPARIN-Moto-Play-Lightweight-Motorola/dp/B01I2ZJQTA
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I goolge it as well but wanted to be sure. Looks good, thx.
Question for owner(s) how does it fit without style shell?
One more question, any chance to fit style shell with wireless charging?
I bought this case
It works perfectly with mods. )
St.Noigel said:
I bought this case
It works perfectly with mods. )
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I can find only metal one. What's the feeling when holding it? How does it fit? Does it protect of dropping the phone?
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I can find only metal one. What's the feeling when holding it? How does it fit? Does it protect of dropping the phone?
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I feel just well when I use it with Incipio battery mod. It have some dropping protection but... I prefer don`t try it ))
How does it fit? I mean, phone is not moving inside?
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