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Can i remove things from a dummy phone?

I'm soon gonna buy an used Sony Ericsson Xperia, but the thing is that it's battery cover and front buttons are a little scratched. I was thinking of buying a full housing but soon changed my mind due to it's price(80€). And besides, i don't need a new Qwerty keyboard and camera cover. So i checked for a dummy phone, which has a price of 25€. I was thinking, is it possible to remove it's battery cover and front buttons and place them on a real Xperia X1?
Here is the link to the dummy phone: http://cnn.cn/shop/sonyericsson-xperia-dummy-phone-p-6107.html

why dont u call sony ericsson and tell them about ur battery cover? i did and got a new one few days ago

spikegotti said:
why dont u call sony ericsson and tell them about ur battery cover? i did and got a new one few days ago
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I'm from Slovenia. No support from Sony Ericsson
Thanks anyway, spikegotti.
Does anyone know if it's possible what i asked?

if u have anyone livin in the usa or uk u can still call and have them ship it to the other address, or buy one from cnn, only 10 usd

spikegotti said:
if u have anyone livin in the usa or uk u can still call and have them ship it to the other address, or buy one from cnn, only 10 usd
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I know some people from UK and USA, but then again, the shipping will cost some money. And besides, It's not just about the battery cover, but about the front buttons too. That's is why i'm asking if Dummy phone parts are removeable. If they aren't, then i'll just buy a battery cover from Cnn, as you suggested.
So, do you maybe know if it's possible to disassemble a dummy phone?
Thanks for you answers

Just buy a battery cover from ebay or something.

shipping should not be much dude, i got SE to post my cover to my mother in the USA which the paid for, she only paid about $4.00 usd to post the package here (barbados) regular post...it took about a week
i dont know anything about dummy phones except that they do not make them 100% like the original

Nope, dummy phone parts are usually not removable... at least, not in the way you want them to be XD None of the ones where I work are, so I'd say it's a safe assumption that you'd be better off buying new parts.

Xenithflare said:
Nope, dummy phone parts are usually not removable... at least, not in the way you want them to be XD None of the ones where I work are, so I'd say it's a safe assumption that you'd be better off buying new parts.
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That was the answer i was looking for. Thank you!
P.S. Does anyone maybe know where i can get front buttons? I searched all over the net and i can't find them

SlashSpeed said:
P.S. Does anyone maybe know where i can get front buttons? I searched all over the net and i can't find them
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The front buttons seems to be included in a front cover. See for yourself here: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/x1-front-cover-p19247.htm

Avarell_Dalton said:
The front buttons seems to be included in a front cover. See for yourself here: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/x1-front-cover-p19247.htm
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Thanks for the link. Helped me a lot. But, is it possible to buy front cover and battery cover together?
Like this: http://mobile.brando.com/sony-erics...ment-front-battery-cover_p04302c0670d088.html
Just with the soft buttons included?

It appears to me being a f***ing nightmare to change the housing of the X1...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elgC8hwHfYQ&

SlashSpeed said:
Thanks for the link. Helped me a lot. But, is it possible to buy front cover and battery cover together?
Like this: http://mobile.brando.com/sony-erics...ment-front-battery-cover_p04302c0670d088.html
Just with the soft buttons included?
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Well, mobilefun sells both parts, just not bundled (battery cover £17.56). I suppose you're looking for a cheeper price and there I can't help you. I've shopped at mobilefun before and they work flawlessly even with orders abroad as in my case.
GL, A.D

Avarell_Dalton said:
Well, mobilefun sells both parts, just not bundled (battery cover £17.56). I suppose you're looking for a cheeper price and there I can't help you. I've shopped at mobilefun before and they work flawlessly even with orders abroad as in my case.
GL, A.D
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Well thanks for the help. The faceplate looks really awesome, but i think it's overpriced. At lease in my opinion.
You can see for the battery cover which is £17.56(about 18€?), while on the cnn.cn is only 10.99€(about 8€). It's a shame they don't sell the faceplate tho

Battery cover on the dummy phone is plastic. The battery cover is the same piece as the entire bottom housing.

On the back of the screen when the keyboard is open...those little rubber screw covers have fallen off on my xperia! Any idea where i can get some from can they be removed from a dummy phone ?
Thanks

Htc po s511

Anyone here bought the PO S511 case for hd2? Recommend to buy?

I have the S511.... Its perfect and not too expensive.... I've tried a couple of other cases but keep coming back to this one.... I had the same style case for my HD - I preferred the "side opening" book style case but you soon get used to the difference.

Blob8me said:
I have the S511.... Its perfect and not too expensive.... I've tried a couple of other cases but keep coming back to this one.... I had the same style case for my HD - I preferred the "side opening" book style case but you soon get used to the difference.
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where u bought ur S511?

Ebay UK seller.

I've got one and am happy with it. Build quality and fit are good. This is the only case I've used for the HD2 so obviously can't compare it to anything else but I don't feel the need to find anything better.

michaeljf said:
I've got one and am happy with it. Build quality and fit are good. This is the only case I've used for the HD2 so obviously can't compare it to anything else but I don't feel the need to find anything better.
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i see. How much u bought it?

I bought mine from HandTec - a VERY trusted supplier and sponsor of XDA....
Here's the >>LINK<<
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Blob8me said:
I bought mine from HandTec - a VERY trusted supplier and sponsor of XDA....
Here's the >>LINK<<
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thanks for sharing. how much u bought urs?

anyone knws where can i buy it online?

I have this case and I've not been impressed with it at all. The main problem with it is the two rails which tho phone slides into wrap around the front of the phone right where the on screen keyboard sits. This makes it very difficult to select keys which are close to the edges of the phone. (it also makes it difficult to use the outer most quick links)
Everytime I need to type any messages of any length I invariably end up taking the phone out of the case as its just too frustrating to use otherwise.
Also, I don't think this case would give little protection to the phone if it was dropped and landed on either of the top corners.

raymie87 said:
anyone knws where can i buy it online?
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RayMie87..... why are you asking the same questions over and over again???? The link I gave you has the price and you can order online? There are a dozen other online outlets including Mobile Fun and of course Ebay too - just search on Google....???
If you have a £500 phone then investing £15 in a good case is a "good" investment..... now stop asking and go and buy.....
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Back cover mod

Hey everyone, I am planning to mod the back cover of my Incredible and would like a few spare covers in case I mess up
Do you any of you know where I can buy them? I just want the stock one that comes with the phone.

I'd also like to know as I'm about to invest in a Full Body Invisible Shield, but would like to start off scratch-free on the back (already has a few nicks and cuts)

stekmane said:
Hey everyone, I am planning to mod the back cover of my Incredible and would like a few spare covers in case I mess up
Do you any of you know where I can buy them? I just want the stock one that comes with the phone.
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Interested to see what you are modding about it please show photos when complete...

Check here . . .
The Incredible is not listed yet, but it likely will be soon. Try this site (I cannot post links yet) www cnn. cn I have used this site to order a lot of parts for BlackBerries and others in the past. Quick shipping and OEM products. I am waiting for the extd battery to come out so I an get spare battery doors.

http://shop.htcpedia.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=833

stekmane said:
Hey everyone, I am planning to mod the back cover of my Incredible and would like a few spare covers in case I mess up
Do you any of you know where I can buy them? I just want the stock one that comes with the phone.
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In this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=759769
You will find this link: http://www.globaldirectparts.com/HTC...rts-s/6283.htm
And you will save $10.00 each in the process

I'm pretty sure they are 15 a piece and I think you can get them from VZW.

kungfuturkey said:
I'm pretty sure they are 15 a piece and I think you can get them from VZW.
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This is true. $14.99 if ordered directly from Verizon.

High quality case

Hi Guys,
Looking for a decent high quality, hard plastic snap on case that doesnt add much bulk to the phone.
Anyone know of any?
Nice one....

I'm new so can post a link but search for: LG CCH-120 Kick Stand Hard Case - LG Optimus 2X

Looks good! had any hands on with it? loving the "with Google"

No but it looks very good. I have pre-ordered one as I'm quite clumsy. If Otter Box do a commuter series for the 2X I'll get one.

Have a look at this one.
I have ordered on of these. Everytime you purchase something you can also have a look at your phone.

Have a look at this one.
I have ordered on of these. Everytime you purchase something you can also have a look at your phone.
https://shop.martech.ch/leder/59-leder-case-fur-lg-optimus-2x-speed-p990.html

Maliacrete said:
I have ordered on of these. Everytime you purchase something you can also have a look at your phone.
https://shop.martech.ch/leder/59-leder-case-fur-lg-optimus-2x-speed-p990.html
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Woow!
Anywhere else i can buy one of these?
(Live in Sweden, and buying from a German site isn't my kinda deal - UK works better )
Really want one - must have!

I also consider getting a case for my O2X.

mrBira said:
Woow!
Anywhere else i can buy one of these?
(Live in Sweden, and buying from a German site isn't my kinda deal - UK works better )
Really want one - must have!
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Maliacrete said:
I have ordered on of these. Everytime you purchase something you can also have a look at your phone.
https://shop.martech.ch/leder/59-leder-case-fur-lg-optimus-2x-speed-p990.html
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Guys, this is like a wallet & a phone case. I've seen many people take their wallet & let it rest on the dinning table whilst paying. This occurs in cafes (outdoors too) & very public spaces. You may lose both since they are tied together. Very risky...

Fake Genuine Samsung Flip Cover

I bought this flip cover advertised as genuine on Ebay and when it arrived I realized there is no NFC chip in it (mentioned in the listing, but I didn't see it). Additionally the colour is more black that grey, so it doesn't really match my phone + the texture of the back panel is different than the original panel of the phone. This makes me think it might be a fake copy.
But then I called Samsung Technical Support and one very cocky guy told me Samsung doesn't manufacture any covers for its phones and what they sell on their website is from 3rd party - WTF???
So is there a Genuine cover? And is there a genuine one without a NFC chip in the back?
How can I tell if it's fake?

it says right in the listing "no nfc chip" go re read it

carhigh said:
it says right in the listing "no nfc chip" go re read it
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So is there a Genuine Flip Cover without NFC chip?
And what does Genuine actually mean in this case? Made by Samsung? Made for Samsung? Not affiliated with Samsung at all?
It's just that the whole cover feels of cheap quality.

cyper.bg said:
So is there a Genuine Flip Cover without NFC chip?
And what does Genuine actually mean in this case? Made by Samsung? Made for Samsung? Not affiliated with Samsung at all?
It's just that the whole cover feels of cheap quality.
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This is one of the non-genuine ones that have NFC:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Support-..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item53efdbedaf

Wow, they really went out if their way to sell this as the original flip cover. You have to be really careful when buying stuff like this. Watch out for words like Genuine, OEM, and Original.
To my knowledge, Samsung includes the NFC chip in all flip covers. Why would they offer one without? That really makes no sense. Why leave out something that costs so little only to disable one of the included features out of the box?
When the price is too good to be true that should throw up a caution flag.
Just curious, does the inside of the cover have the notch for the home button? All knockoffs I've seen do not. Just wondering how the actual product differs from the pics shown. The pics they've listed appear to be of the real flip cover. I guess they figured that most people wouldn't know the difference.

cyper.bg said:
I bought this flip cover advertised as genuine on Ebay and when it arrived I realized there is no NFC chip in it (mentioned in the listing, but I didn't see it). Additionally the colour is more black that grey, so it doesn't really match my phone + the texture of the back panel is different than the original panel of the phone. This makes me think it might be a fake copy.
But then I called Samsung Technical Support and one very cocky guy told me Samsung doesn't manufacture any covers for its phones and what they sell on their website is from 3rd party - WTF???
So is there a Genuine cover? And is there a genuine one without a NFC chip in the back?
How can I tell if it's fake?
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I'm assuming you're UK based from the ebay link? I bought the grey flip case from a UK seller (link below) and can confirm the NFC chips are in these ones. It was delivered within 2 days. I presume you can probably find one a bit cheaper but anyone selling the non-NFC versions should really be making sure everyone is aware of this too and as 'carhigh' mentioned the ebay page you linked to does have this stated right at the top. I'm presuming the product code of the non-NFC ones will also be different.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200838433126?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

americasteam said:
Wow, they really went out if their way to sell this as the original flip cover. You have to be really careful when buying stuff like this. Watch out for words like Genuine, OEM, and Original.
To my knowledge, Samsung includes the NFC chip in all flip covers. Why would they offer one without? That really makes no sense. Why leave out something that costs so little only to disable one of the included features out of the box?
When the price is too good to be true that should throw up a caution flag.
Just curious, does the inside of the cover have the notch for the home button? All knockoffs I've seen do not. Just wondering how the actual product differs from the pics shown. The pics they've listed appear to be of the real flip cover. I guess they figured that most people wouldn't know the difference.
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Now that you mentioned, no there isn't a notch for the home button - another clue this isn't a genuine product. So far I've found these differences:
No notch for the home button:
Protective film at the back doesn't have the 3 squares with some instructions as in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=xvBERAUb-M0#t=33s Also the color of the whole case is more black than dark grey.
No NFC contacts. No serial number on the inside of the back cover as in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=4cyXej7zxo0#t=41s Different mold design as well.
The small phone image on the lower left side of the packaging is not full colour, but very dark. You can't see any details such as the time on its screen:
Also there wasn't any protective white piece inside the flip cover as in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=xvBERAUb-M0#t=28s

How these guys have 99.9% positive feedback is beyond me. I buy from ebay a lot and have never left negative feedback. I believe most issues can be resolved, but the one thing I can't stand is a blatant lie. That's what they're doing here. The product shown is not the product they're selling.

At least he is willing to help (obviously because he knows he's at fault here):
hi, sorry that you have an issue with the cover. would you like to return it for a full refund .we will credit you for the return postage . please advise. regards.
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hi, would that hep if i send you a self-stamped envelope which you use for returning the item by putting it in anypost box . we need to return it to the supplier because we have found a few odd ones without nfc chips and had to lower the price for all. i got it from the supplier for 15.02 poundsnd need to get it back from them. hope this is alrightfor you . alternatively, you may keep it for 10pounds and we refund the difference . which option do you prefer ?
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You can get a genuine Samsung flip cover w/NFC direct from Samsung for $19.99 after the 50% off code.

Awesome, glad you got it worked out.

ericshmerick said:
You can get a genuine Samsung flip cover w/NFC direct from Samsung for $19.99 after the 50% off code.
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I'm in the UK :crying:

the fact that he's reaching out to you to see how he can address the issue and make you whole is probably why he's a top seller. I'm glad he's trying to resolve the issue. Let us know how it goes!
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At least he is willing to help (obviously because he knows he's at fault here):
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mobilebuddha said:
the fact that he's reaching out to you to see how he can address the issue and make you whole is probably why he's a top seller. I'm glad he's trying to resolve the issue. Let us know how it goes!
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Well, no complaints there:
He refunded me in full and will send me a self-stamped envelope to return the case.