Hello there.
Just got my N4 yesterday. Started off loving it. Customized it fully. Got everything on it the way I like it. Then started playing with it. Love the new Spen features.
Now the bad. I have had to shut it off, and pull battery multiple times because of overheating, I do not ever, ever have screen brightness on full.
Now on to the camera. This is by far the worst camera I have came across on a device. My N2 was way better. Has anyone had trouble returning their device?
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Nope return away and pay 50. Or 75. Fee
BAD ASS NOTE 4
Did you remove the film from the camera? I ask because a lot of people have forgotten to just that.
Regarding your overheating, what were you doing when this happened?
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The pics look like plasticine or it was taken with an old school camcorder.
Working well here:
Are you overclocking?
BACARDILIMON said:
Nope return away and pay 50. Or 75. Fee
BAD ASS NOTE 4
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So, even if device is defective, there is a fee?
Temetka said:
Did you remove the film from the camera? I ask because a lot of people have forgotten to just that.
Regarding your overheating, what were you doing when this happened?
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yes film was removed during first photo, as far as overheating. I had checked email, did a little social media and some messages, I used to axy N2 out and never had an issue with it being hot. I mean I didn't even want to touch the screen.
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Are you overclocking?
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Nope, still stock ROM. Haven't done anything to the device "yet". I do plan on it, but I do know that now it's a little hard for me, if it can't handle normal conditions, then it really does suck.
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Can anyone post some pics of, some inside areas? I did take a couple outside pics and they weren't that bad.
But, I did take about 4 pics, different views, changed some settings, and it got real hot again.
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primus123 said:
Can anyone post some pics of, some inside areas? I did take a couple outside pics and they weren't that bad.
But, I did take about 4 pics, different views, changed some settings, and it got real hot again.
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If you go to exchange it then you have no charge . but if you return phone cause you don't like it they charge you a restock fee
BAD ASS NOTE 4
something is wrong with your phone, so exchange it for a good one
this is the best phone out now, period..
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Simple yes or no to see what percentage of users have this problem. Please vote so that the data will be accurate.
No.
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Vote guys. I want this to show an accurate percentage.
No defects at all I voted NO!
not sure how to vote. I guess yes, it's such a slight lift that if I didn't read about it here I wouldn't have even noticed. I'm planning to do the "fix"(remove back panel and tighten screws) to see if that takes care of it.
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Vote guys. I want this to show an accurate percentage.
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Yes, because everyone who hasn't got this "problem", is going to be trawling the net just to answer polls saying they haven't got a problem instead of enjoying their device.
Most who have got this "problem" wouldn't know they have this "problem" until they find threads like this telling them they have a "problem", even though their device is working perfectly.....
If you want the build quality of a £600 tablet then buy a £600 tablet.... This one is cheap as hell so the odd incredibly minor "problem", is to be expected.
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Yes, because everyone who hasn't got this "problem", is going to be trawling the net just to answer polls saying they haven't got a problem instead of enjoying their device.
Most who have got this "problem" wouldn't know they have this "problem" until they find threads like this telling them they have a "problem", even though their device is working perfectly.....
If you want the build quality of a £600 tablet then buy a £600 tablet.... This one is cheap as hell so the odd incredibly minor "problem", is to be expected.
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I disagree. Basic quality control is key. Even for a $250 device.
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Yes, because everyone who hasn't got this "problem", is going to be trawling the net just to answer polls saying they haven't got a problem instead of enjoying their device.
Most who have got this "problem" wouldn't know they have this "problem" until they find threads like this telling them they have a "problem", even though their device is working perfectly.....
If you want the build quality of a £600 tablet then buy a £600 tablet.... This one is cheap as hell so the odd incredibly minor "problem", is to be expected.
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I can't even use my tablet because the screen is so bad. This is no "minor problem" and even a $200 device should come working properly. If you don't agree with my poll, ignore it.
No issues here. I highly doubt 50% of the tablets have this issue though, poll seems flawed.
Yes
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No issues here. I highly doubt 50% of the tablets have this issue though, poll seems flawed.
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The poll is not flawed, it's inaccurate because only 40 people have voted. Once more votes are in, we should get a better idea of the accurate percentage.
No
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Yes.
And it's going back with RMA. Slight lifting on brand new device, what is it going to be in a year?
I've got the problem, but im going to wait a few months before I RMA it. Wait for a different batch.
Can someone tell me what I should be looking for? Any specific part of the screen? Any pictures?
Yes.
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Can someone tell me what I should be looking for? Any specific part of the screen? Any pictures?
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Left hand bezel. Raised in the centre. Squishy when pressed.
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Left hand bezel. Raised in the centre. Squishy when pressed.
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Left side, in portrait mode?
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Left side, in portrait mode?
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Yes.
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I just received my nexus 4 yesterday and immediately noticed that there was a gap between the bezel and side of the phone. This gap is only on the left side of the phone and is directly below the volume rocker. This phone came like this right out of the box.
Is anyone else experiencing the same issue?
Mines fine. Get a bumper and you won't notice either.
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Not me... But if it bugs you, you can request for a replacement.
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soulz said:
Mines fine. Get a bumper and you won't notice either.
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So you are suggesting that I get a $20 accessory to cover up an issue that shouldn't have been there in the first place...
You will probably tell me i'm holding it wrong next.
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So you are suggesting that I get a $20 accessory to cover up an issue that shouldn't have been there in the first place...
You will probably tell me i'm holding it wrong next.
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That accessory is currently 50-100$ mind you.
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soulz said:
That accessory is currently 50-100$ mind you.
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Yeah saw those at eBay.
Damn should've bought a N4 + bumper to sell on eBay....
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So you are suggesting that I get a $20 accessory to cover up an issue that shouldn't have been there in the first place...
You will probably tell me i'm holding it wrong next.
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Lol to the last sentence. I was not being rude.
My nexus plastic squeak when pressures on the bottom & randomly screen turns on for no reason.
Even with those issue I rather have it still than replace it. ATM since there's huge demand.
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indianevodriver said:
I just received my nexus 4 yesterday and immediately noticed that there was a gap between the bezel and side of the phone. This gap is only on the left side of the phone and is directly below the volume rocker. This phone came like this right out of the box.
Is anyone else experiencing the same issue?
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My N4 doesn't have this issue.
Get an RMA.
I would defiantly get a replacement... looks like someone dropped it!
You can ask Google to let you keep the device until a replacement arrives.
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Lol to the last sentence. I was not being rude.
My nexus plastic squeak when pressures on the bottom & randomly screen turns on for no reason.
Even with those issue I rather have it still than replace it. ATM since there's huge demand.
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My fault... I wasn't trying to be rude either, even though I was.
I'm just a bit dumbfounded by everyone's reaction to devices having issues right out of the box. It is sad when a device is so in demand that customers become accustom to issues.
I hope that Google can resolve this issue quickly.
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Lol to the last sentence. I was not being rude.
My nexus plastic squeak when pressures on the bottom & randomly screen turns on for no reason.
Even with those issue I rather have it still than replace it. ATM since there's huge demand.
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I think I read somewhere that they have available Nexus 4's set aside specifically for RMA. A plus is you can keep your phone till you get the new one.
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I think I read somewhere that they have available Nexus 4's set aside specifically for RMA. A plus is you can keep your phone till you get the new one.
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I just called Google and they're issuing me a replacement. The only downside is there's going to be a Nexus 4 hold charge on my credit card.
That aside the procedure is they're going to sent me a device and I'll suppose to return my device when i received it.
Lol, people can easily abuse the RMA by RMA a issue-free Nexus 4 device and selling it/get another.
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Great when trying to process my RMA I get an error
"You are trying to change the Google account used for this transaction. Please sign out and retry the transaction without changing the account."
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I think I read somewhere that they have available Nexus 4's set aside specifically for RMA. A plus is you can keep your phone till you get the new one.
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no its not going to work for nexus 4 for now at least, I just got my n4 today and found a scratch on the back close to camera. So I call them but they told me to return the phone, they will refund me and I can buy it again when its available lol. there is no more stock guys might be you can just return it and wait
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no its not going to work for nexus 4 for now at least, I just got my n4 today and found a scratch on the back close to camera. So I call them but they told me to return the phone, they will refund me and I can buy it again when its available lol. there is no more stock guys might be you can just return it and wait
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I would call again and ask for RMA. My progress is going through and others are as well.
Example: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2007037
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no its not going to work for nexus 4 for now at least, I just got my n4 today and found a scratch on the back close to camera. So I call them but they told me to return the phone, they will refund me and I can buy it again when its available lol. there is no more stock guys might be you can just return it and wait
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I was able to order an RMA yesterday... lol
Try tu push it in, maybe it just snapped off
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Try tu push it in, maybe it just snapped off
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That isn't an option. If you look at the pictures I posted, the plastic next to the volume rocker is actually pushed out about 1mm. If it was still sitting flush with the bezel then I would probably could have just pushed it in.
I wonder what would happen if I kept this RMA phone lol. 299$ no shipping hmm not bad deal.
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Old defect nexus 4 gets remotely deactivated when you start using new phone. It is specially mentioned on Google support website that Google may deactivate defective/stolen phones remotely.
But this can't be true until someone take a risk of 350 bucks and blacklist their own Google account. Mind you Google orders are with Google account, if we don't follow their rules we maybe forced to give them up.
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O **** i see it in the picture. Return it!!!! I gotta go check my nexus for the gap right now!
So I got my phone yesterday evening at 7pm from the UPS driver and of course it was the latest I had ever received a package!
Anyways, all I have to say is that getting a phone from the "second wave" seems to have been a great thing because I have had ZERO issues at all so far. Right away I looked over the entire phone for any cosmetic defects that have been reported and nothing was found wrong. The screen IMO is amazing and colors look perfect as well. There is NO yellow tint whatsoever and I even had my GF look at it to make sure. Battery is already better than my former Blaze 4G and that's saying something. This phone is definitely a fresh start from the touchwiz ui and made me realize that was really kiddish looking like IOS IMO. The camera takes pictures just fine although I am still trying to figure out all the features on it. The phone got pretty warm on initial start up when all of my apps were being installed from the Play store but after that, normal browsing and such did not make it any warmer than anything i have felt before in other phones. Finally, there is NO buzzing in my earpiece at all, and yes my hearing is good, this again I had my GF check too so I knew I was not crazy.
So honestly, I think that maybe the second wave was produced better or something I really don't know, but I encourage anyone to get this phone if they have been debating because of other peoples "issues". Thanks
That's great to hear. I also ordered a N4 from the second batch and I can't wait for it to be here. Nice review
Mine does rattle. Got it yesterday. But I could care less about that. Loving the phone so far. Just want to be able to order a bumper and get my best skins ever in so I don't worry so much about using it.
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myorks1127 said:
So honestly, I think that maybe the second wave was produced better or something I really don't know, but I encourage anyone to get this phone if they have been debating because of other peoples "issues". Thanks
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Grats on getting your phone; you're gonna love it.
I got mine a week after the initial ordering and my phone is perfect, so I don't know about any second waves or anything like that. There are always going to be phones with manufacturing-related defects; that's why they do exchanges. Don't get hung up on a few people who think their phones are s**t.
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Mine does rattle. Got it yesterday. But I could care less about that. Loving the phone so far. Just want to be able to order a bumper and get my best skins ever in so I don't worry so much about using it.
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Couldn't care less.
http://youtu.be/om7O0MFkmpw
I have my nexus 4 from the first wave ( received it on the 19th) and never got any issues with it.
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Yep, loving mine.
Coming from a s2 and then a s3 I had for 2 weeks.. The things I thought would bother me really don't.
I rooted to restor backups and I love vanilla Android, probably won't even do any rom'ing
I received my phone from the first batch and the only problem i have is that i cant put it down.
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I received my phone from the first batch and the only problem i have is that i cant put it down.
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Second wave myself. No issues. I love this phone. Just thinking of how to customize the first page. I can't make it look too much like my old phone.
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Couldn't care less.
http://youtu.be/om7O0MFkmpw
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lol
I got my 2 Nexus 4's yesterday. The one seems fine, but I have an issue with the 2nd one. During calls, the earpiece buzzes while making sounds. The earpiece does not make any sounds when it is off like a lot of people seem to report. This is strictly a problem during calls and it sounds like the speaker is blown. It does rattle a bit when I'm putting it on a table or whatnot, but that doesn't really bother me.
Called support yesterday, and they were supposed to send me an e-mail with instructions on sending this one back and getting a replacement, but haven't actually received anything from them.
I seem to have some kind of knack for getting bad phones from Google. I had ordered 2 Galaxy Nexus phones when they came out, and ended up getting a replacement for one of the phones because there was dust in the camera. The replacement had the wifi go out, so I had to get that one replaced. The third one actually had a similar buzzing issue with the earpiece but it wasn't as bad, and I was tired of dealing with them at that point, so I lived with it.
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Couldn't care less.
http://youtu.be/om7O0MFkmpw
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Why reply if you don't care? Not sure of what your point is..
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blaine.hale said:
Couldn't care less.
http://youtu.be/om7O0MFkmpw
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Just speaking a link?
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He's correcting the man's grammar.
Watch the video.
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Couldn't care less.
http://youtu.be/om7O0MFkmpw
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I get what you are saying, but he is still literally correct.
I'm sure he could care less, otherwise he wouldn't have an N4. If he cared less:
- he could have not bought the phone
- he could leave it at a bus stop and go on living
- etc. etc.
Now, I'm sure he could care a hell of a lot MORE about it, taking to the internet in fits of rage, driving to Mountain View and knocking on the front door and such. But still, he could also care less.
Just saying.
Received mine yesterday and it has zero flaw. I don't take the mini rattle as one as it comes from the camera (autofocus?) and all the phones I tested since learning that on this forum have it.
For those of you wondering if the bumper is worth 20 euros, it's definitely well made, perfectly fits the look of the phone and prevents the back from direct contact but... well, the phone has a perfect size for my hand and the bumper adds about 0.5 - 0.7 cm in width which makes it awkward to hold. I find myself removing it often when using my phone.
My 2 cents.
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Does your phone have touch sensitive issue?
Most people that received the initial batch also had zero issues. It's basically just a couple squeaky wheels that make things seem worse than they actually are.
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Edit: you would never believe it from the way it looks but I would say majority of the people who ordered on the 13th got the phone within the 3-5 business day quote. Just as an example.
droidmakespwn said:
Most people that received the initial batch also had zero issues. It's basically just a couple squeaky wheels that make things seem worse than they actually are.
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Edit: you would never believe it from the way it looks but I would say majority of the people who ordered on the 13th got the phone within the 3-5 business day quote. Just as an example.
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I don't have any issues whatsoever from the 1st batch. The more you try to look for something to be wrong the higher the chance that something unnoticeable will begin to irritate you lol.
Zero issues with the first batch. But if these phones get better with each batch, imagine the 50th batch!
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yea so none of the touch screen works people are tellin me it's gonna be 200 to fix so i might just buy a new one of wait till the google i/o just to see whats up . . it didn't fall too hard either though and i had a ringth slim case on it guess those don't really help all that much. using a backup iphone 3gs i.can't.live.like.this.
Oh man that sucks bro... I think slim plastic cases like that won't do anything if dropped... You needed some rubber.
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icecicle said:
yea so none of the touch screen works people are tellin me it's gonna be 200 to fix so i might just buy a new one of wait till the google i/o just to see whats up . . it didn't fall too hard either though and i had a ringth slim case on it guess those don't really help all that much. using a backup iphone 3gs i.can't.live.like.this.
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I've been using the same case as you since December, and have indeed dropped the phone quite a few times. Fortunately, my screen survived. You got really unlucky there.
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yea so none of the touch screen works people are tellin me it's gonna be 200 to fix so i might just buy a new one of wait till the google i/o just to see whats up . . it didn't fall too hard either though and i had a ringth slim case on it guess those don't really help all that much. using a backup iphone 3gs i.can't.live.like.this.
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LCD cracking is pure luck. It all depends on which part took the impact. Your phone will most likely survive if it falls flat on a flat surface. If the corner hits, it'll most likely break.
I have seen phones survive 6ft drop and also seen broken phones from a 1ft drop.
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It costs about $100 to replace the screen yourself, but its quite easy
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aanonymoushuman said:
It costs about $100 to replace the screen yourself, but its quite easy
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yea i guess ill probably just end up doing that.
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yea i guess ill probably just end up doing that.
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First open it up and disconnect-reconect the digitizer plug from the main board. Maybe it just moved a little after the crash.
But yeah, even if it works you still have cracked screen so you will still have to fix it anytime soon.
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So I just got my phone back from LG after paying 140 and there's a yellow blob on the middle of the screen °facepalm° should I hit up Google for an RMA or call LG again I just don't wanna wait another 2 weeks man
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Those plastic slim cases will not protect your phone, at all. At most, they provide a grip to your phone and prevent scratches from everyday usage.
I would advise on getting a TPU case in the future.
icecicle said:
yea so none of the touch screen works people are tellin me it's gonna be 200 to fix so i might just buy a new one of wait till the google i/o just to see whats up . . it didn't fall too hard either though and i had a ringth slim case on it guess those don't really help all that much. using a backup iphone 3gs i.can't.live.like.this.
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I broke mine like that, sent it to LG repair shop in Texas (have to contact them and get a return code first) and they ended up just giving me a replacement unit. Was nice cuz I ended up with a more solid phone, has the little nubs and all (it's a rev 10 though). Pretty much like getting a brand new phone and I was only charged like $160. Just make sure to back up your pics and stuff to your PC prior to sending it in, in case you get a new phone. I was quite happy.
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I broke mine like that, sent it to LG repair shop in Texas (have to contact them and get a return code first) and they ended up just giving me a replacement unit. Was nice cuz I ended up with a more solid phone, has the little nubs and all (it's a rev 10 though). Pretty much like getting a brand new phone and I was only charged like $160. Just make sure to back up your pics and stuff to your PC prior to sending it in, in case you get a new phone. I was quite happy.
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Yea I paid 140 and they sent me a replacement phone as well its just this replacement phone has a yellow tint blob in the middle of the screen now and I don't know the best way to go about it
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Dropped mine on concrete from my waist. But apparently the ditztronic case provides extremely good protection.
Hope you can get your replacement soon!
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And as always, please search for existing threads related to your topic for discusion.
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Just saw that the S 5 Active is available for At&t today. I'm taking my S 5 back tomorrow and getting the Active. I'm in landscaping so having a rugged phone is important. Plus this one is getting really hot and draining battery to fast. It wasn't like that at first. Called At&t and they said im at my 13th day. Cut off is 14 days to return so I just made it. Will update and let you guys know.
Here is the link > https://www.att.com/shop/wireless/devices/samsung/galaxy-s5-active-camo-green.html#fbid=QJbx0AcK3xG
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Just saw that the S 5 Active is available for At&t today. I'm taking my S 5 back tomorrow and getting the Active. I'm in landscaping so having a rugged phone is important. Plus this one is getting really hot and draining battery to fast. It wasn't like that at first. Called At&t and they said im at my 13th day. Cut off is 14 days to return so I just made it. Will update and let you guys know.
Here is the link > https://www.att.com/shop/wireless/devices/samsung/galaxy-s5-active-camo-green.html#fbid=QJbx0AcK3xG
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the MIL Spec gives it a slightly higher shock resistent rating however the IP spec is identical to the S5 which means water resistant to about 1 meter and my guess is that it gained the MIL Spec rating only do to the case suround nothing more. IMHO not worth the switch from the standard S5 just buy an otter box case and you'll get as good if not better protection.
EDIT: From the AT&T Website Specs on the S5 Active
2. Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP67 rating. Submersible up to 1m (3 ft) of water for up to 30 mins with covers tightly closed. Rinse to remove residue. Meets US Mil-STD 810G for shock, temperature, humidity, rain and altitude. Device may not perform as shown in all extreme conditions.
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the MIL Spec gives it a slightly higher shock resistent rating however the IP spec is identical to the S5 which means water resistant to about 1 meter and my guess is that it gained the MIL Spec rating only do to the case suround nothing more. IMHO not worth the switch from the standard S5 just buy an otter box case and you'll get as good if not better protection.
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I see. There is a extra button above the volume buttons. They also took out the finger scanner. I'm still thinking about it honestly. I just get mad every time I buy a new phone 5 days later they come out with an updated one or Active. LOL.....I like the camo green active look though. Like I said , Im still debating on it. Thanks man !!
Are you considering the 15% or $50 AT&T restocking fee if you would be subject to when returning within 14 days?
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Are you considering the 15% or $50 AT&T restocking fee if you would be subject to when returning within 14 days?
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I've never been charged a fee to return anything.
On another note, I ordered my S5 Active this morning.
Not me. That thing is fugly.
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I see. There is a extra button above the volume buttons. They also took out the finger scanner. I'm still thinking about it honestly. I just get mad every time I buy a new phone 5 days later they come out with an updated one or Active. LOL.....I like the camo green active look though. Like I said , Im still debating on it. Thanks man !!
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I read in an article this morning that the extra button is a "shortcut" button that opens useful outdoors-y tools like a barometer and compass and the button is configurable to open other wanted apps.
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They told me 30 bucks to return it. I'm Kool with that. I still haven't fully made up my mind
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the only thing you gain functionality wise is the barometer I think
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Instead of getting an active i rather get a T-mobile S5 with the unlocked bootloader. But the active looks solid...literally.
Well, hopefully any future exploits found for the AT&T version of the GS5, will also apply to the GS5 Active.
I ordered one yesterday. I wasn't sold on the S5 cause I have a note 3 and just passed up on it. The S5 active is something that can useful for me.
The mentality is when buying a retail phone I don't ever expect it to get unlocked or gain root access. If I want that then I look for developer editions. So when I get it I except it as is with TW, bloat and all without complaints lol.
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Baldilocks said:
Well, hopefully any future exploits found for the AT&T version of the GS5, will also apply to the GS5 Active.
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I knew you were gonna get an S5 at some point
I'm really pondering on getting it, I gotta get rid of Verizon and this is one of the phone on top of my list. Kind of wondering how att is to deal with though...
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Bradh024 said:
I'm really pondering on getting it, I gotta get rid of Verizon and this is one of the phone on top of my list. Kind of wondering how att is to deal with though...
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I've been more than happy with them since the Cingular days.
I have decided to stay with my S 5 and not get the Active. Looks like Samsung is moving some devices to Tizen software. WTF is that? No more Android on Samsung devices in the future? WTH Samsung. Really? http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/06/02/android-is-clearly-dead-now-samsung-announces-its-first-tizen-smartphone/
In Slovakia its possible to buy it, but its not cheap or nice...
Mine will be here tomorrow. From all the videos I've seen, it looks nice. I seriously doubt Samsung will abandon Android for the North American and European markets. That would be a serious no-no.
I'd take the s5 back if I could. I've owned many Samsung products, this is by far the worst in my opinion. Using Swype, the keyboard lags so bad. The phone itself gets very laggy at time's and I have to reboot it.
Reminds me of the old BlackBerry days when you had to do a battery pull a couple time's a day.
Only upside to this phone is the camera in my opinion.
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donharden2002 said:
I'd take the s5 back if I could. I've owned many Samsung products, this is by far the worst in my opinion. Using Swype, the keyboard lags so bad. The phone itself gets very laggy at time's and I have to reboot it.
Reminds me of the old BlackBerry days when you had to do a battery pull a couple time's a day.
Only upside to this phone is the camera in my opinion.
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