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Hi guys,
I've seen the DIY project which is a pretty decent looking alternative but I was wondering if anyone has seen an actual Matte Battery Door yet? It'd be cool to have one like the Epic 4G's which still said Google on the back. (I think the Google looks oddly classy )
My searches have come up kinda empty so thought I'd ask.
Mini rant.... WHY?! WHY???! Is the back cover so prone to scratches.. it been only a week and a half or so and already I've seen scratches developing, in fact another happened just today.. it's really the one and only thing I don't like about it.. not sure what they were thinking..
Well if anybody has seen alternatives please let me know!
Thanks!
There is the Invisible shield Dry which is a matte back protector for it. It looks pretty sleek.
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There is the Invisible shield Dry which is a matte back protector for it. It looks pretty sleek.
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Plasti Dip it
you can get the invisibleshield dry from any of the sprint stores-- it's all they carry.
if you get the invisibleshield from ZAGG, they send the "wet" version, which is the cover everyone's used to.
the dry version is matte, and thinner, and doesn't use spray/sponge/liquid. it's not as "tacky" or sticky as the wet version, and you can still clearly see the google/samsung logo.
just be real sure to follow the instructions, squeegee from the center out, and give it a couple of days to fully cure. i saw a bunch of micro bubbles and what look like flaws after applications, and it looked like the dry shield didn't fully seal around the tiny dots on the cover, but after a couple of days it was perfectly sealed in. don't squeegee too hard, especially around the curves. it'll stick, and give it a day or two.
pretty happy with it, and it comes with the regular clear/tacky/sticky front shield, too, which is also applied dry. i found the squeegee to be a bit too stiff, and it's easy to dent and stretch the shield when squeegeeing it out.
ZAGG says to keep the device off, cuz the heat or something will affect curing. i just left mine on after application, and everything is perfect. there's orange peel, but it's minimal. no problems with touch sensitivity, and if anything i think it's better because fingerprints and oil don't show up.
i wonder if it's even worth shielding the front, though. i have an old blackberry that had nothing on it, and the screen i think is plastic, and i treated it like crap. no scratches.
but yeah, just go to a sprint store. they have em. best buy around here only sells the front shield. i prefer the dry matte back because it's thinner, and still does a good job.
fyi: ZAGG's guarantee and return policy are top notch. registering on their site is simple, and they'll ship out a replacement pretty quickly, and you just mail back your old shield as proof. they don't care what condition it's in. before i just ripped off an old shield and slapped it on a piece of paper.
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Its Phantom Skins that sells it.....
So the Nexus S still doesn't have any third party back covers or battery doors? I can't stand the shiny plastic back. All I see on ebay are oem battery doors that are the same thing. Don't want to use a sticker/shield or dip.
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So the Nexus S still doesn't have any third party back covers or battery doors? I can't stand the shiny plastic back. All I see on ebay are oem battery doors that are the same thing. Don't want to use a sticker/shield or dip.
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I imagine that is because of the NFC that there aren't any replacement doors.
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I imagine that is because of the NFC that there aren't any replacement doors.
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Correct.
The white version of the Nexus S actually has a very nice textured back on it. I wanted the white color to begin with but after seeing (and feeling) the difference between the backplate on the black version versus the white version, I much prefer the white one. The black one has no grip to it and, like the OP said, it scratches way too easily.
Yeah I thought about the zagg body shield but they unfortunately only had the screen. I decided to grab the wet one instead and I've never had better luck applying a screen protector.. heh the "wetness" really makes it easy to get the bubbles out and it cures awesome.
As for the battery cover.. it's already got a few scratches, but on top of that in the lower left corner it doesn't seem to snap in very securely, even in general use when tapping on the lower left part of the phone you can feel the battery door.. "click" a little bit as if its not latched properly, it makes a audible click sound as well.
I resolved this issue by putting a very thin strip of scotch tape on the inside of the door along the edge which produces just enough pressure to keep the clicking from happening and it feels more secure. (No you can't see it )
SO I'll probably just buy a new battery door eventually and use a body shield.. hopefully the new one will latch a bit more securely as well. It's not a big big deal, and the DIY fix by me is definitely just me nitpicking the tiny click feeling but still.. I think Samsung makes good products most of the time but they really should step up the build quality a little bit.
Thanks for the suggestions though guys
Actually I think I'm going to try the plasti dip on the existing cover to.. I could see that helping the latch as well because it would be just the tiniest bit thicker it would seem.
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The white version of the Nexus S actually has a very nice textured back on it. I wanted the white color to begin with but after seeing (and feeling) the difference between the backplate on the black version versus the white version, I much prefer the white one. The black one has no grip to it and, like the OP said, it scratches way too easily.
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Is there any black replacement cover with a similar structure available?
im very interested in this too. if there could be a htc style back door id be very happy
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Is there any black replacement cover with a similar structure available?
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Not that I am aware of, sorry.
So I got tired of seeing my Leather back on my phone peel more and more, day by day. It was just way too noticeable on the Brown leather (more like Orange-ish). So I decided to peel the entire top layer off and expose the Natural Leather underneath. In my opinion, it looks 100X better than what it did (but then again I am a BIG fan of the natural leather look, especially when it really starts to get used and worn, so...).
Let me know what you all think...
Looks pretty slick... going to pull mine off now.
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So I got tired of seeing my Leather back on my phone peel more and more, day by day. It was just way too noticeable on the Brown leather (more like Orange-ish). So I decided to peel the entire top layer off and expose the Natural Leather underneath. In my opinion, it looks 100X better than what it did (but then again I am a BIG fan of the natural leather look, especially when it really starts to get used and worn, so...).
Let me know what you all think...
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Mine is starting to peel as well. How did you get it to come off cleanly? When I go to pull it off, only little bits come up.
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Mine is starting to peel as well. How did you get it to come off cleanly? When I go to pull it off, only little bits come up.
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I just used acetone and a rag. Go in one direction only tho...when you "scrub" back and forth it's actually harder to remove and can scuff up the leather underneath. I waited a few hours and then rubbed a very thin layer of lotion into the leather to help "seal" and re-moisturize it a bit. (It's best to use an actual leather sealer/moisturizer but I don't have any, so...)
Good luck, and post up pictures when you're done.
Wanted to thank you for plowing the way. Did the same as the peeling was driving me crazy.
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Wanted to thank you for plowing the way. Did the same as the peeling was driving me crazy.
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Looks way better, dont you agree?
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Looks way better, dont you agree?
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My is not peeling off yet. As soon it starts to peel off I'll do it to mine. I was thinking to buy the black leather back but now I'm not. Thank you
Why wasn't this an option at launch!
I put a clear case on to protect it thinking the leather was fake but i love this new look. Great work guys
I don't know if this case has been reviewed yet or not but I just got it today. I had to find a case quick and it needed to be cheap since I don't know if I'll be getting the HTC 10 or LG G5. It also needed to be available for same day Amazon shipping since I couldn't go another day without a case. Don't get me wrong, I would have loved to use this phone without a case but it's design makes it a little difficult for me. My palm is always touching the screen which causes some minor issues but my biggest complaint is while playing a game such as Trials Frontier. When playing a game like this, it starts to become uncomfortable after just 5 minutes of play. It's most likely due to the phones thin edges which are rounded but still sharp when holding it horizontally.
Anyway, this case fixed all of my issues. It still keeps the phone very thing but it provides just enough thickness to the edges to make the phone feel more comfortable when using. The case itself feels well made but I suppose there isn't much to screw up with a TPU case. All of the cutouts match up and the buttons stay very crisp. The case provides a nice grip without providing to much grip to where it becomes an issue sliding your phone in and out of your pockets. The actual fit of the case is very snug but it's still easy to remove. I suppose if you keep on removing it and installing it, there is a possibility it could become loose.
In regards to protection it's not going to work any miracles but I'm sure it would provide some kind of protection during drops. It's a super thin case that has the corners slightly raised. They are raised just enough to keep the display off of a hard surface if the phone falls face down or if you like keeping your phone face down on the table. These raised corners however only slightly sit above the front glass so dropping it on an uneven surface such as asphalt could have dire consequences. The back is no problem at all as the raised corners give the back glass more clearance.
If you're looking for a crystal clear super thin case that offers nice grip, decent protection and allows you to showcase this nice looking phone then you might be interested in it. If you care more about protection than the way your phone looks and feels then this probably isn't the case for you.
You can pick it up on Amazon for $12.99 (PRIME Eligible.)
Side Note: The Edge display keeps full functionality if that's important to you.
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I did this late last night. I'll take some pictures today and add them.
i bought 4 luvvitt cases when they were like $4-5 on slickdeals including this one. haven't opened this one yet, but will. thanks for the review.
Does the back have texture? Does part of the phones glass back stick to it at all?
Also btw the sale on these cases (including the normal clear one) are still going on with the code SLICK007
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Does the back have texture? Does part of the phones glass back stick to it at all?
Also btw the sale on these cases (including the normal clear one) are still going on with the code SLICK007
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Yes. The back sides are textured. I also just removed it to see if it stuck and no it doesn't.
I don't know what kind of deal that coupon code gets you but it its $10 or less then I'd definitely get one. I needed the case same day shipped through Amazon Prime so I just paid full price.
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I also got one as well during the SD promo as well, Posted some pictures of it bellow and sorry if the quality is not up to par.
Just wanted to help out on the real pictures. It's fine I've been using the Spigen Tough Armor for now. Just wanted a clear one for home or if show of how nice the phone looks while still on case.
Thanks from the real pictures. I knew I was forgetting something today. My wife had me running around like a chicken with my head cut off today since we are having family over our house for Easter tomorrow.
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i bought 4 luvvitt cases when they were like $4-5 on slickdeals including this one. haven't opened this one yet, but will. thanks for the review.
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can you detail your opinions about the build and pros cons of the Luvvitt cases.
Bought sleek armor and aside from the lack of lip it seems like a nice low profile case with some protection. Just dont like the fact that the phone when face down with the case does not have enough lip to protect the screen.
The home button rest directly on the surface.Testing this out I caused micro scratches on the home button which is naturally a bit raised.
Would love pics and opinions on what yours are like...
Just curious as I am using the Best Buy screen protector film and just can't stand the feel of the sharp edges etc so I want to remove it. Anyone gone a while without coverage and if so, any major scratches?
Thanks in advance
Hi @imapfsr,
using my device without a screen protector since 22/12/2016 and have no scrates
Everything should be fine if you use an protective cover for the phone.
I got an inch-long scratch on the screen where usually my right thumb roams around while it's been only a month I got this phone.
Thanks for your input....I was hoping for all positive results but I think Im still going to chance it. I do have a nice lined sleeve so I should be ok. It really is amazing how good this screen looks when you dont have anything on it so Im going to enjoy it instead of obsessing over it and keeping it mint for the next user when I sell it.
have you seen the scratch test videos on youtube for this phone? this phone is as scratch resistant as any other flashship device. i honestly have no idea what people could be doing to scratch this phone. i carry it with my keys in my pocket with zero worry about it scratching after seeing the test. i really don't know how you could scratch it unless you did it intentionally.
I occasionally use the case it came with but 90% of the time this thing is in it's Birthday suite, not a single scratch or mark on it. The Ceramic is such a gorgeous material and pretty much scratch proof! The glass used for the screen is also pretty robust. I wouldn't worry about this thing scratching... drops are what you should be afraid of!
Same here ...ive had rhis since November, I actually hate the leather case and opted for a slim transparent case from China which shows off the body...I tried to go completely naked but this phone is just waaaaay to slippery, dont have a screen protector...and wont put one one....not a single scratch...( Fingers crossed)
Most things wont scratch it, unless its "harder" than the material of the phone.
Watch out for things like SAND! and GLITTER!
Thanks everyone for your feedback. I am full on nude now...lots of hand cream to keep the phone from slipping out of my hands...no scratches on the front but surprise how quickly the ceramic back has developed tiny scratches but it still feels to good for any kind of wrap or skin.
Darn glitter ?
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Same here ...ive had rhis since November, I actually hate the leather case and opted for a slim transparent case from China which shows off the body...I tried to go completely naked but this phone is just waaaaay to slippery, dont have a screen protector...and wont put one one....not a single scratch...( Fingers crossed)
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Mind directing me to the slim transparent case from china?
Thanks in advance.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0..._SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=xiaomi+mimix+case also have a look at case fanatic they have a few different ones ive ordered some but they haven't arrived yet.
Mine is still mint. Leather case has never touched it. I am overly careful and don't even leave it on most tables and such unless there is a soft tissue, tablecloth or anything covering the surface. That can sort of be crippling for most people. Therefore it's mostly in a pocket clean of debris. I just can't stand cases. I always opt for custom skins for the back so I can put it down everywhere. Chances of finding someone making custom skins for this device must be slim. No luck yet. May have to buy one of those ready made ones. Seen a carbon type, but seems like the choices are few. Please hit me up if anyone else are looking and finds anyone that offers custom ones. Would be much appreciated.
Maybe I'll make my own, idk.
So I am two or three weeks in with no protection, front or back, and I hate to say it but the back of my phone is scratched up pretty bad. I use a sleeve to carry it around and I'm not sure if that is what is causing it. Just curious if anyone else has had bad scratching our if it's just me.
No screen protector, no casing, no nothing. Had it since december 19th. No scratches, still pristine.
It's forbidden where I live, unfortunately.
What is forbidden? Going naked?
I never use the film screen protectors, presently [as with all my past phones] using the provided leather case [will eventually go to a flip cover case - always have them so comfortable with them].
I prefer carrying my phone naked. Especially, when it's a nice looking phone. You just have to be conscious of having your phone and grip it tight while holding it as opposed to casually holding it in a relaxed manner. Nothing will happen to it if you consciously take care of it. At best, put it in your back pocket while walking and not using it, but don't forget it's there
i have been using this naked since i purchased in September 17. Only issue is ceramic is very slippery, so use side sticker atleast to increase grip.
something like this https://www.amazon.com/Decalrus-Pro...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=2PK292A230JGWCC1JQTT
but put only on side, no back, no bottom and up
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So I'm going to cut to the chase here and say I've tried so many screen protectors for this damn phone that I'm fed up. They all sucked or had problems. Whitestone was a bear to install, got it perfect, then the sides started bubbling. Done with that. I've just been on the constant hunt for a stupid screen protector. Today was the day I gave up. I tore the skin I had on from Amazon because the edges just would not stick. It was only about a mm but it drove me nuts. I had a ring of fuzz and dust around my phone and the rubbery smudgy prone texture was just too much. I am SO FED UP with this hunt that I'm ready to take scratches, whatever.
So today while getting some crap at walmart I went to the phone section. No Note 8 protectors (it is habit to look now), but they had this one for the S8+. Those screens are similar, why the hell not I've tried everything short of lining my phone with clear packing tape.
I brought it home, applied it, patiently worked out the bubbles. Don't fret, even if you get a lot they work out easy. Have some tape near by to do the tape pull back and blot any dust spots you see. Then go through the process of getting rid of bubble again. I did this so many times because I was just doing it in a rush, thinking it wouldn't work at all, and getting dust in the damn thing. But I just kept patient and did the process over and over. It took a while, if I did it in the bathroom after running the shower it wouldn't have. IMO it worked amazingly well. It's a PET film with some flex, but it's NOT a skin. It's not self healing. It will show scratches over time, probably even more so with the Spen, but take care like you do and it will hold up well. It's not brittle like most older static PET films. It's literally the only protector of it's kind I've been able to find locally and the dozens on Amazon. It's a cheap, replaceable and great looking screen protector made for the S8+ but fits the Note perfectly. Here are my results. I used a soft rubber squeege that comes with the IQ shield, don't use a credit card or something that will scratch it. For many of the bubbles I just used my thumb. Finger prints wipe off very easy with this film. Hope this help someone going through what I have been.
Oh first, it's this one. 9.99. I plan on going back and getting all of them. lol
This one:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/ONN-Plastic-Screen-Protector-for-Samsung-Galaxy-S8/925343896
Even better just found one made for the Note 8. Same brand
Congrats man!
No glass no deal
Yeah well this post isn't for you then. Glass on a curved screen is joke. The only viable option is a rip off and not even that great after some use. This is for people like me who don't drop their phones (never have dropped or shattered a screen since the Iphone 3G). I want basic scratch protection that doesn't look like saran wrap. This is the one.
The Note specific version is even better. Highly recommend.
try the Rinke invisible defender. its 8 bux off amazon. it wraps over the sides so you don't have any lift issues. heres a youtube link. its probably one of the best NON glass protectors you can get.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMbol8eljIg&t=97s
Thanks but I tried that. It felt bad to me as far as texture. This one feels just like the glass. Unless I got a bad rinke lol
I think I've tried every possible type on Amazon. This is the best for me. Smooth like glass, doesn't hold on to prints, doesn't collect dust and doesn't lift at all . It's basically what I've been searching for about a month now or more.
For 9.99 it's perfect. Use and replace every 6 months or so if needed, though it feels resilient. Install is easy. I can't imagine having to replace the Whitestone every time it looks like crap after a while. Not to mention for the money it's way too fragile. Again just my opinion, I'm only trying to help those like me looking for scratch protection that looks and feels good
Here's the actual note version on my phone
Im looking for something like this since all those glass protector are a joke. At least we xan avoid scratches. This is the worse walmrt brand for assesories together with blackweb im surprise that their screen protector is good.
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Where did you find the note 8 version?
I got it at Walmart.
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Im looking for something like this since all those glass protector are a joke. At least we xan avoid scratches. This is the worse walmrt brand for assesories together with blackweb im surprise that their screen protector is good.
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Yeah it was a last ditch effort to try the s8+ version. Never would have thought I'd like it this much. Just put another one on to make sure it wasn't dumb luck. I put the other on my wife's. It's beautiful. Lol The key to no lift is near perfect alignment. You need to be patient with the bubbles on this one but they come out fairly easy and the protector is really durable to pulling up and putting back down a couple times for a flatter lay.
I actually found the S8 plus version was a bit easier to align due to the fact that it has cutouts up at the top versus one large section cut out like on the note version.
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Did you find it in the store? I can't find it online at Walmart.com. Would you happen to have the SKU # or product number.
I hate to sound so excited about a piece of plastic but seriously this has been a pain in the ass trying to cover this screen. Frustrating
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Did you find it in the store? I can't find it online at Walmart.com. Would you happen to have the SKU # or product number.
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Yeah in store. The s8+ version shows up online but not this one. I'll grab my reciept in a sec
Here's the reciept with sku. I've been to two that both have them. Again for anyone who is going to install this make sure you're in a dust-free area if possible have some scotch tape nearby to pull up and dab any dust if need be and make sure your alignment is spot-on. I was able to lift it adjust plenty of times and you may think you screwed it up but just keep at it. Alignment is the priority, then worry about dust and bubbles. You want it to be equal on both sides. Hope this helps. Oh and use your thumb or a rubber squeegee to press bubbles out from the center towards to sides.
I've been using the S Pen no problem it hasn't scratched it yet as long as you don't dig down with it you should be fine and it doesn't have the resistance like the Skins did it's glass like imo
Holy edits lol
One other tip. Be careful pulling the cover off the protector that covers the adhesive side. It's a little tricky to do without touching the underside but it's not bad. Just worth mentioning to take your time peeling that off before you lay it down. Sorry about all the posts I'm sick in bed and bored.
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It's only in store, they aren't online yet. A few posts back I posted my reciept so you can get the SKU off that if it helps any.
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