Good waterproof case? - Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Accessories

I've never used a,waterproof case on any of my phones, and the edge doesn't have lifeproof support....would ghostek atomic 2.0 be a good alternative here? I'm never around water normally, but I love swimming and want to take some underwater videos and selfies and some storm videos as well. Any help would be great.

Good luck with finding a waterproof case for a waterproof phone

+1 for Skezza....
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I already used my phone without any case in the pool and shoot some underwater videos. If this is still too risky for you. Try using something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Wa...id=1478265846&sr=1-3&keywords=waterproof+case

Sunfl4sh said:
I already used my phone without any case in the pool and shoot some underwater videos. If this is still too risky for you. Try using something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Wa...id=1478265846&sr=1-3&keywords=waterproof+case
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Wow, did that work?

I have a pool, The phone has a camera and is waterproof. Voila
Sorry for this but I don't get the question

I took my Note 7 in the pool before I sent it off to die. Worked great, no indication of damage from the water.
Since I have a few GoPros I probably won't be doing that often but at least I don't have to worry about getting wet while kayaking.

That's awkward/weird... The phone is already waterproof man! ?

Well not really.. Its IP67 so you can have it under water for 30 min up to 1.5 meter IF (and this is the big if) IF you keep it steady and dont move it to create a higher water pressure.
For proper under water photage I would use a case anyway.

Bought this from Ali. Takes awhile to get. Might be cheap, but it works. Touch response isn't bad either. Phone might be waterproof, but I take mine snorkeling in saltwater. Plus with the case you can still use touchscreen underwater.
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32700686455.html#autostay
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this.guy.lol said:
I've never used a,waterproof case on any of my phones, and the edge doesn't have lifeproof support....would ghostek atomic 2.0 be a good alternative here? I'm never around water normally, but I love swimming and want to take some underwater videos and selfies and some storm videos as well. Any help would be great.
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I just came across this while looking for a new case
https://www.amazon.com/Waterproof-M...sr=1-114&keywords=samsung+galaxy+s7+edge+case

look up ghostek atomic 2.0 its a good waterproof case, yes the phone is waterproof but the case is good against scratches and falls too.

skezza said:
Good luck with finding a waterproof case for a waterproof phone
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The phone is not waterproof tho. Not even close to that.

Faspaiso said:
The phone is not waterproof tho. Not even close to that.
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It's pretty close though. IP68, so you can pretty much take pics/vids as long as you don't keep it underwater for over 30 minutes. Samsung does give the following caveats that may justify a case:
- Audio quality will be bad when wet
- Touchscreen may not work
http://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00047867/

ghosttek atomic 2.0

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Found a first case of a cracked back side

https://translate.google.com/transl...ny-xperia-z3-ja-z3-compact&edit-text=&act=url (original: http://kiip.ee/arvustus-sony-xperia-z3-ja-z3-compact/ )
One long and "clean" crack. According to the review(er), the crack happened inexplicably; they did some tests with water and dust/sand, but no drop tests.
It makes me wonder if the Z3C has significant overheating issues. It could be that the excessive heat from 4k recording induces a temperature shock to the glass if it is exposed to cold water shortly after.
Looking at the direction of the crack, it's unlikely that it's the result of "pocket flex"
No don't tell me that! Now I feel like I certainly need a case.
wikitiki said:
No don't tell me that! Now I feel like I certainly need a case.
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Since the review doesn't mention anything about an impact to the glass, if it is indeed due to overheating, then a case would likely only increase the risk of cracking.
One possibility is that it happened during 4k video recording, since that's the one activity that makes the phone heat up the most.
But of course, there is also still the possibility that something went wrong during the tempering procedure of the glass back panel of this particular unit. Or maybe the sand test made some micro scratches and caused a weakness? We just can't know for sure.
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No don't tell me that! Now I feel like I certainly need a case.
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That's what I don't understand about 'you people'. Why would you use it without any case or so? It should be more then normal to protect such an expensive device somehow.
An accident is so easily made even if it's not your fault, but why take the risk?
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Yeah so avoid 4k unless you really need to record it. It seems like several Z2 owners have been experiencing cracked screens. Some were lucky and able to get theirs replaced under Sony warranty but some others aren't. Found that the warranty reviewers would often blame it on the owner for damaging it. I'm just worried that if this is a common issue, we would have to pay for repairs.
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That's what I don't understand about 'you people'. Why would you use it without any case or so? It should be more then normal to protect such an expensive device somehow.
An accident is so easily made even if it's not your fault, but why take the risk?
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While using a case is generally a good idea, it would actually - as I said earlier - increase the risk of cracking if it did indeed happen due to overheating, because a case will make it harder for the heat to dissipate.
And for a phone of which one of its main features is its beautiful design, it's kind of a shame if you must hide that design 24/7 in a case.
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While using a case is generally a good idea, it would - as mentioned in above - only increase the risk of cracking if it did indeed happen due to overheating, because a case will make it harder for the heat to dissipate.
Also, for a phone of which one of its main features is its beautiful design, it is kind of a shame if you have to hide that design 24/7 with a case.
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Yeah, but in a perfect world you never drop your phone and does the screen never crack without a reason.
Of course the feature of a phone is to look nice, but drop it once or twice and you might have a whole lot of headache, just because you refused to use a case.
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Dsteppa said:
Yeah, but in a perfect world you never drop your phone and does the screen never crack without a reason.
Of course the feature of a phone is to look nice, but drop it once or twice and you might have a whole lot of headache, just because you refused to use a case.
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Again, there's no mention of a drop in the review; it cracked inexplicable as the review states. Cracks from drops or impacts also usually look a lot messier.
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Again, there's no mention of a drop in the review; it cracked inexplicable as the review states. Cracks from drops or impacts also usually look a lot messier.
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Yeah I know there isn't I read it, but it's not only about the review. There is a saying that goes: Better safe then sorry.
Nowadays people use their phone for a lot more things then just calling/texting people, you can lose so many valuable files when your phone breaks, so why take that risk?
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Yeah I know there isn't I read it, but it's not only about the review. There is a saying that goes: Better safe then sorry.
Nowadays people use their phone for a lot more things then just calling/texting people, you can lose so many valuable files when your phone breaks, so why take that risk?
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Right. Well then it would be best to use one of these cases with holes in them, for not increasing the risk of cracking from heat.
I suppose that the good thing about a glass back is that, unless it is very wet, it actually "sticks" to your skin much more than any matte plastic back, so the risk of dropping is lower which compensates for its fragility. I tested this by holding my phone (xperia acro s with a soft-touch plastic back) backwards. When I put the phone on my hand with the display facing down, I can hold my hand in a much steeper angle and the phone will only start to slide off very slowly. But if I put the phone on my hand with the plastic back facing down, it will very quickly slide off at a 45 degree angle.
What is the Z3C back made from?
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What is the Z3C back made from?
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Glass, I think this crack confirms that. There's no certainty about which brand the glass is from though. Some say Dragontrail, others say Gorilla Glass 3. The official product page just mentions "tempered glass"
degraaff said:
Glass, I think this crack confirms that. There's no certainty about which brand the glass is from though. Some say Dragontrail, others say Gorilla Glass 3. The official product page just mentions "tempered glass"
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Since the Xperia Z, people are wondering what kind of glass it is, Sony never said what it is and just referred to it as tempered glass.
Its probably just regular ass glass haha
maybe put THIS on and the risk would be greatly reduced?
ah_hin said:
maybe put THIS on and the risk would be greatly reduced?
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The rhino shield is a perfect impact protection but I doubt it will protect the glass when the temperature chances too quickly.
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maybe put THIS on and the risk would be greatly reduced?
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Well, went through the reviews on Amazon and found -though generally good- somewhat mixed feedback, especially when it comes down to durability. My current Xperia M is equipped with a regular screen protector foil and it did not need any replacement since about a year. But what really keeps me off is the price of some 25$ (front) or 29$ (front and back) Rhino is calling, so one can get 10+ regular foils for that.
Anyhow, my new Z3C (hope it'll be shipped sooner ) will immediatly be foiled and secured by a case.
I hate cases, I have never had one I liked, so I end up using my phones without a case. I'll do the same with the Z1C.
There is now also a first case of screen shatter by accidental drop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIFgcCoWEZs
Supposedly it fell into concrete from around pocket height.
It's also notable how there are actually chunks out of the plastic frame, rather than just scuffs.
Update: the surface texture of the concrete was "a little rough" according to the person who dropped it.

Waterproof case for the N6?

Anyone know of a waterproof case for the N6? Something similar to a lifeproof case, perhaps? I know its water resistant, but looking for waterproof.
I believe the Nexus 6 is IP67 rated - 1 meter submersion in water for 30 minutes with no damaging ingress of water.
jerntserms said:
I believe the Nexus 6 is IP67 rated - 1 meter submersion in water for 30 minutes with no damaging ingress of water.
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Source? I don't think thats true.
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Source? I don't think thats true.
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It's not it's only splash resistant like the moto x due to the nano coating
So this isn't scientific or from the manufacturer, but some guys did an IP67 test and the Moto X passed. The moto website only says "water resistant" which is horribly ambiguous. The Nexus 6 has the same water resistant tech.
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I'm an electronics engineer, and a few of our products are "IP67" rated. A lot of times the manufacturer will not state or guarantee the IP67 rating because some devices will inevitably get water damage and then customers get pissed because they think waterproof means water invincible.
I would bet the Nexus 6 will pass the IP67 test every time - provided the device is new and the seals aren't damaged and you haven't dropped it too much.
jerntserms said:
So this isn't scientific or from the manufacturer, but some guys did an IP67 test and the Moto X passed. The moto website only says "water resistant" which is horribly ambiguous. The Nexus 6 has the same water resistant tech.
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I'm an electronics engineer, and a few of our products are "IP67" rated. A lot of times the manufacturer will not state or guarantee the IP67 rating because some devices will inevitably get water damage and then customers get pissed because they think waterproof means water invincible.
I would bet the Nexus 6 will pass the IP67 test every time - provided the device is new and the seals aren't damaged and you haven't dropped it too much.
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Interesting. I watched a Motox review that showed the opposite--phone stopped working after a couple minutes in a kitchen sink.
My theory could very well be wrong. Search "submersion test" at androidpit.com.
Everyone should tweet lifeproof to let them know there is a demand. The nuud would be awesome for this device.
One of the YouTube videos I watched on the nexus 6 had it submerged in a bath tub and it worked fine.
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nexus 6 lifeproof case
What about sending an email to lifeproof for a nexus 6 case from the nüüd series? Would that help?
The nexus is not nearly popular enough for lifeproof to make a case. They only do iphones, galaxy s series, and the droid turbo. They only did the turbo as part of a deal with Verizon because Verizon is most likely their largest customer.
What are you planning?
Looks good enough for me.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO_aTg1VU6k&hd=1
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Anyone know of a waterproof case for the N6? Something similar to a lifeproof case, perhaps? I know its water resistant, but looking for waterproof.
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You can have a look at this
SAW_JOK3R said:
You can have a look at this
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I have a couple of these. I hate em lol.
I use my phone in the rain snow and water fell on it here and there no issues. What are you gonna go take photos of Atlantis? Lol
I'm looking for a case myself. This spring I will be riding ATV's in the dirt/mud/water etc, and want to fully protect my phone. Sure, I could drop a sim in my S4 and grab a lifeproof for that but would prefer to bring my normal phone with me.
My ultimate goal is to handle-bar mount it, paired with a go-pro.
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I'm looking for a case myself. This spring I will be riding ATV's in the dirt/mud/water etc, and want to fully protect my phone. Sure, I could drop a sim in my S4 and grab a lifeproof for that but would prefer to bring my normal phone with me.
My ultimate goal is to handle-bar mount it, paired with a go-pro.
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Yeah I was thinking similarly for my Mountain Bike.
I just want to use mine in the shower in the morning, but scared the steam and water will still get in despite the nano coating
dcemtp1 said:
I just want to use mine in the shower in the morning, but scared the steam and water will still get in despite the nano coating
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Even IP67 certified stuff could get water damage if you accidentally put the device right in the stream of water
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I just want to use mine in the shower in the morning, but scared the steam and water will still get in despite the nano coating
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Don't do this. The heated water/steam will damage it without a good case designed for water proof.

Replacement back for Mix?

Hi All,
Has anyone been able to track down somewhere that is selling a replacement back for the Mix? Mine is scratched quite heavily (likely from using a fairly tight sleeve) and I would really like to replace it....Or for any poor soul out there who has damaged their Mix and would like to sell the back. The irony is the sides of the phone are pristine and not a scratch, not so much on the back.
Thanks in advance
imapfsr said:
Hi All,
Has anyone been able to track down somewhere that is selling a replacement back for the Mix? Mine is scratched quite heavily (likely from using a fairly tight sleeve) and I would really like to replace it....Or for any poor soul out there who has damaged their Mix and would like to sell the back. The irony is the sides of the phone are pristine and not a scratch, not so much on the back.
Thanks in advance
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And here's me thinking it was virtually impossible to scratch.
jazz452 said:
And here's me thinking it was virtually impossible to scratch.
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You are wrong.It is made in China.Enough said.Looks good but who cares about quailty.It is NOT CERAMIC but made to looks like it.
I had it and my suggestion is save money for Galaxy S8+ or something more valuable.
I had to take the pictures with my Galaxy tablet so not the best quality but you get the picture. This is with normal day to day use as well, nothing extreme. I even had the Best Buy film on the back for a few months but got tired of the sharp edges from the film every time i unlocked with the finger print sensor. I am wondering if the chemicals from the glue combined with peeling of the film stripped some of the finish somehow as this is supposed to be so scratch resistant. Maybe just one with a faulty finish.
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I had to take the pictures with my Galaxy tablet so not the best quality but you get the picture. This is with normal day to day use as well, nothing extreme. I even had the Best Buy film on the back for a few months but got tired of the sharp edges from the film every time i unlocked with the finger print sensor. I am wondering if the chemicals from the glue combined with peeling of the film stripped some of the finish somehow as this is supposed to be so scratch resistant. Maybe just one with a faulty finish.
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So the YouTube video is fake or is it your phone, it's been tested against scratches with a hardness of 7, second to none, don't get it. Not one other person complaining I dropped mine when it slipped off a table on it's own while i was in another room,, expecting the worse but not even a mark.
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So the YouTube video is fake or is it your phone, it's been tested against scratches with a hardness of 7, second to none, don't get it. Not one other person complaining I dropped mine when it slipped off a table on it's own while i was in another room,, expecting the worse but not even a mark.
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Sorry, I am not sure what your point is. I am certainly not making it up as per the pictures. I was only asking if anyone had seen the replacement backs anywhere. I absolutely love his phone but have been disappointed how much is has scratched on the back, not questioning the online videos etc.
By the way, what was the purpose of your post? If you have nothing to contribute to solving the question at hand why say anything?
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Sorry, I am not sure what your point is. I am certainly not making it up as per the pictures. I was only asking if anyone had seen the replacement backs anywhere. I absolutely love his phone but have been disappointed how much is has scratched on the back, not questioning the online videos etc.
By the way, what was the purpose of your post? If you have nothing to contribute to solving the question at hand why say anything?
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Suppose my point was because of shortage of the ceramic maybe they sent some out with different materials.
Mine is just fine after a while of use, both in and out of a protective case, side note mine also doesn't have the "cottage" cheese looking blemishes yours seems to have in the pictures. Its possible to have received a "repaired" one instead of a legit one ... especially if it came from a reseller. There are mentions of this on the xiaomi reddit and other places. its extremely scratch resistant, as much so as any Samsung or other device out there that I have dealt with [and I do service work on phones so I have seen plenty of damaged devices - HUGE number of sub standard Samsung's btw - for the value guy ]
Good luck on finding a part supplier, you MAY find one on Aliexpress ... but there more than likely not going to be genuine parts. Vopmart.com
Thanks to everyone for their feedback. I hope I didnt get a refurb etc, that would suck.
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Thanks to everyone for their feedback. I hope I didnt get a refurb etc, that would suck.
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Had a look about couldn't see any anywhere, don't know what the solution is, hope you come up with something.
Nicolfa said:
Mine is just fine after a while of use, both in and out of a protective case, side note mine also doesn't have the "cottage" cheese looking blemishes yours seems to have in the pictures.
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I think that is a reflection of the popcorn finish from the roof in my bedroom
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I think that is a reflection of the popcorn finish from the roof in my bedroom
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Could you not sell your house buy another and take fresh picture to rule that out
I'm on it! ?
Lol is possible . I also hope you didn't get a refurbished​ one.
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Suppose my point was because of shortage of the ceramic maybe they sent some out with different materials.
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It's not the point of this discussion but I also have tiny scratches beside the lenses​ and fingerprint...
It's not unscratchable...
Nothing is unscratchable :_)

Anyone try iOpener from Ifixit on Note 8?

Just curious has anyone tried i-Opener on Note 8? Seen guide on iFixit seems kinda difficult with a repair score of 4/10. Other guides suggest hot plate. iOpener seems way easier. I don't trust a hot plate lol.
I've seen other guides use iOpener with ease. Just wanna see people on xda who have Note 8 opinion. Going to buy 1 myself for future repairs.
iOpener - https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/iOpener/IF145-198-8
Note 8 Teardown with iOpener - https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Samsung+Galaxy+Note8+Teardown/97071
I used a hair dryer to open mine. Worked just fine and was pretty fast.
Kalm_Traveler said:
I used a hair dryer to open mine. Worked just fine and was pretty fast.
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That really worked?
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That really worked?
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Yep, fast and easy. I heated up the bottom on the back first and stuck a plastic guitar pick in there (while pulling the glass away with a suction cup) to get it started. As soon as a made enough gap for the pick, i used a plastic pry tool in the ifixit pro tech kit gently sliding it around the remaining edges while aiming the blow dryer to help loosen the adhesive.
Took about 10 seconds once I got the initial gap on the bottom. That took quite a bit of pulling with the suction cup and i may or may not have dropped some foul language fearing i might break the glass from excessive force.
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Yep, fast and easy. I heated up the bottom on the back first and stuck a plastic guitar pick in there (while pulling the glass away with a suction cup) to get it started. As soon as a made enough gap for the pick, i used a plastic pry tool in the ifixit pro tech kit gently sliding it around the remaining edges while aiming the blow dryer to help loosen the adhesive.
Took about 10 seconds once I got the initial gap on the bottom. That took quite a bit of pulling with the suction cup and i may or may not have dropped some foul language fearing i might break the glass from excessive force.
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Hmm interesting. You think water resistance will stand? Have you found out yet?
Nick216ohio said:
Hmm interesting. You think water resistance will stand? Have you found out yet?
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Probably, i heated it up when putting it back together. However, i have never dropped any of my phones in water and don't intend to push my luck like that
Kalm_Traveler said:
Probably, i heated it up when putting it back together. However, i have never dropped any of my phones in water and don't intend to push my luck like that
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Should of seen the GF face when she was using my phone on the side of the bath watching youtube and knocked in into the bath by accident! It was priceless!!!
Can confirm it withstands being fully submerged in the bath haha
Nick216ohio said:
Just curious has anyone tried i-Opener on Note 8? Seen guide on iFixit seems kinda difficult with a repair score of 4/10. Other guides suggest hot plate. iOpener seems way easier. I don't trust a hot plate lol.
I've seen other guides use iOpener with ease. Just wanna see people on xda who have Note 8 opinion. Going to buy 1 myself for future repairs.
iOpener - https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/iOpener/IF145-198-8
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Cracked your glass doing those drop tests ?
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Probably, i heated it up when putting it back together. However, i have never dropped any of my phones in water and don't intend to push my luck like that
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Yeah thats what I am scared of.
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Should of seen the GF face when she was using my phone on the side of the bath watching youtube and knocked in into the bath by accident! It was priceless!!!
Can confirm it withstands being fully submerged in the bath haha
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So wait you opened up Note 8 and it got wet. And still was water resistant?
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Cracked your glass doing those drop tests ?
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I still drop it like every Browns pass ha ?? More so plan on replacing battery after a year use. Note 9 rumor specs don't feel like much of an upgrade. Will wait for Note 10 or Oneplus.
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Yeah thats what I am scared of.
So wait you opened up Note 8 and it got wet. And still was water resistant?
I still drop it like every Browns pass ha [emoji57][emoji458] More so plan on replacing battery after a year use. Note 9 rumor specs don't feel like much of an upgrade. Will wait for Note 10 or Oneplus.
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I wouldn't mind trying out one of those OnePlus 5t device.
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Kalm_Traveler said:
Yep, fast and easy. I heated up the bottom on the back first and stuck a plastic guitar pick in there (while pulling the glass away with a suction cup) to get it started. As soon as a made enough gap for the pick, i used a plastic pry tool in the ifixit pro tech kit gently sliding it around the remaining edges while aiming the blow dryer to help loosen the adhesive.
Took about 10 seconds once I got the initial gap on the bottom. That took quite a bit of pulling with the suction cup and i may or may not have dropped some foul language fearing i might break the glass from excessive force.
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I use hair dryers and this fancy little tool rite here
Limeybastard said:
I wouldn't mind trying out one of those OnePlus 5t device.
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It lacks some flagship features like wireless charging and water resistance. Lacks other stuff, but to lazy to list. Wait for the next one and should have it. It's not as sexy as Note 8 look wise.
I take back waiting for Note 10. Next OnePlus jumping on that bandwagon. But good lord the amount of Roms ?
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I use hair dryers and this fancy little tool rite here
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What you put the hair dryer on high, med, low? About how long do you blow it on there?
Nick216ohio said:
It lacks some flagship features like wireless charging and water resistance. Lacks other stuff, but to lazy to list. Wait for the next one and should have it. It's not as sexy as Note 8 look wise.
I take back waiting for Note 10. Next OnePlus jumping on that bandwagon. But good lord the amount of Roms [emoji33]
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Yeah rom and mod orgies galore no doubt.
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Nick216ohio said:
What you put the hair dryer on high, med, low? About how long do you blow it on there?
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High and as long as it takes. I am really careful so can take me up to 20 30 min to get a back of screen out as I try not to scratch them. But I do about 1 min burst
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High and as long as it takes. I am really careful so can take me up to 20 30 min to get a back of screen out as I try not to scratch them. But I do about 1 min burst
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Ok cool thanks. From what I read elsewhere it's hit or miss. But has your Note 8 gotten wet after teardown and remained water resistant? I think if we're delicate like you and others on thread. We should be safe.
@Nick216ohio
That's a little pricey but there are key components that are useful regardless of the device model you are working on.
Get something similar from AliExpress for 1/3rd the price.
Having used both heat guns and hair dryers, I always opt for the hair dryer. In my experience, it's easier to regular the temperature so as not to damage the internals.
Also, in my experience working with iPhones, and Galaxies, I usually get a replacement back glass and adhesive in the event something goes wrong. They too can be had fairly inexpensively.
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Ok cool thanks. From what I read elsewhere it's hit or miss. But has your Note 8 gotten wet after teardown and remained water resistant? I think if we're delicate like you and others on thread. We should be safe.
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Ahh i got s8 but hav not tore it down.... But yes the water resistancy is more than likely gone unless all old glue removed and replaced with the new
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@Nick216ohio
That's a little pricey but there are key components that are useful regardless of the device model you are working on.
Get something similar from AliExpress for 1/3rd the price.
Having used both heat guns and hair dryers, I always opt for the hair dryer. In my experience, it's easier to regular the temperature so as not to damage the internals.
Also, in my experience working with iPhones, and Galaxies, I usually get a replacement back glass and adhesive in the event something goes wrong. They too can be had fairly inexpensively.
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Any suggestions on that site, tool set you used?
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Ahh i got s8 but hav not tore it down.... But yes the water resistancy is more than likely gone unless all old glue removed and replaced with the new
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1st phone I've had with heat application needed to take apart device. All othere where easier to take apart with screwdrivers and such. Whenever I do replace battery, probaly after 1 year of use. Will try to remove old glue and replace with new. Do you which glue manufacturing companies use?
Nick216ohio said:
Any suggestions on that site, tool set you used?
1st phone I've had with heat application needed to take apart device. All othere where easier to take apart with screwdrivers and such. Whenever I do replace battery, probaly after 1 year of use. Will try to remove old glue and replace with new. Do you which glue manufacturing companies use?
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I have no clue who sammy uses but there are loads of the seals or glue "gasket" sets online Given what sammys looks like and I see on them And you made sure you lay it right. The seal can most def be made again water tight...Needs of slick hand work though....
Some people opt to get actual heat guns to remove the panels,But I am a little fearful of blowing up a batt in my face...:victory::victory::victory::victory:

General Durability is very poor for Note 10 Pro and Max (it may be the same for Note 10 too)

I came across more than a couple of videos where durability of Note 10 Pro and Pro Max is very poor, it failed in many tests. More importantly miserable in bend test. I am really in dilemma for how long the device can survice.
Any thoughts?
ZainBilq said:
I came across more than a couple of videos where durability of Note 10 Pro and Pro Max is very poor, it failed in many tests. More importantly miserable in bend test. I am really in dilemma for how long the device can survice.
Any thoughts?
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What are you doing with the device? Throwing it away or let it fall? Why do you want to bend it? Buy a good case and nevermind!
Lycox said:
What are you doing with the device? Throwing it away or let it fall? Why do you want to bend it? Buy a good case and nevermind!
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That I do anyways and thanks for your suggesion, but do note that quality of the meterials used and durability matter a lot. I have never seen this fragile device before from Xiaomi.
ZainBilq said:
That I do anyways and thanks for your suggesion, but do note that quality of the meterials used and durability matter a lot. I have never seen this fragile device before from Xiaomi.
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It's not "durability" test, it is more properly called "can-it-withstand-abuse" test.
And remember, it's a midranger phone, Xiaomi cut some corners. Expect more durable phone? Buy a better one. Case close. Always treat your phone carefully, buy a case, get a phone insurance if there any, etc.
ZainBilq said:
I came across more than a couple of videos where durability of Note 10 Pro and Pro Max is very poor, it failed in many tests. More importantly miserable in bend test. I am really in dilemma for how long the device can survice.
Any thoughts?
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You were fooled by the bend test by that youtuber. The bend test was done after the fall test. Once the phone has cracks it is easier to break. Don't trust that channel unless they redo all their tests in only one format and bend test first before fall test. Even jerry rig doesnt even do fall test.
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You were fooled by the bend test by that youtuber. The bend test was done after the fall test. Once the phone has cracks it is easier to break. Don't trust that channel unless they redo all their tests in only one format and bend test first before fall test. Even jerry rig doesnt even do fall test.
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Oh..maybe true to some extent...
seijicastell said:
You were fooled by the bend test by that youtuber. The bend test was done after the fall test. Once the phone has cracks it is easier to break. Don't trust that channel unless they redo all their tests in only one format and bend test first before fall test. Even jerry rig doesnt even do fall test.
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This! That's why I'm telling people that test isn't good but they don't listen to me. Only Zack can do it right.
I usually watch every jerryrig's videos but only for "educationnal" purpose.
Redmi Note 10 PRO is a very nice phone for it price. Xiaomi maybe cut some corners, but as some ppl said earlier, you use your phone with a case, and never bend test your phone..
Kokovitch said:
I usually watch every jerryrig's videos but only for "educationnal" purpose.
Redmi Note 10 PRO is a very nice phone for it price. Xiaomi maybe cut some corners, but as some ppl said earlier, you use your phone with a case, and never bend test your phone..
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Thanks for letting your opinion know. Note that even I watch those videos and it doesn't mean we do such things with our devices; no one if it's hard-earned money. It only gives idea as how careful you should be with the device.
These kind of tests can be useful and a win-win situation for us the consumers, not the manufacturers.
The bend test can be useful. I'm sure people or their friends might accidently sit on their phone when you leave it on the couch/car seat and probably roll on it when you fall asleep while using it on the bed.
This phone comes with really good specs for the price, so just be mindful of it's fragility if you decide to purchase and use it. And not everyone is fond of bulky cases to protect the phone.
Btw, to those who said bend test should be done first on the Gupta vid, here's another vid with bend test first. It shows the plastic frame is much weaker than other plastic frame phones.
Ya plastic frame with glass is prone to bends (especially in Xiaomi phones). But other glass phones from manufacturers like Realme are more "bend test - durable". Also fully plastic made phones are much much durable.
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These kind of tests can be useful and a win-win situation for us the consumers, not the manufacturers.
The bend test can be useful. I'm sure people or their friends might accidently sit on their phone when you leave it on the couch/car seat and probably roll on it when you fall asleep while using it on the bed.
This phone comes with really good specs for the price, so just be mindful of it's fragility if you decide to purchase and use it. And not everyone is fond of bulky cases to protect the phone.
Btw, to those who said bend test should be done first on the Gupta vid, here's another vid with bend test first. It shows the plastic frame is much weaker than other plastic frame phones.
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I agree with you.
Just buy a better case. That's what I plan to do with my Redmi Note 10 Pro
Spigen Note 10 Pro cases are showing up https://www.spigen.com/collections/xiaomi-series
https://www.spigen.com/collections/xiaomi-series/products/xiaomi-redmi-note-10-pro-case-tough-armor?variant=39273192554543
https://www.spigen.com/collections/xiaomi-series/products/xiaomi-redmi-note-10-pro-case-rugged-armor?variant=39273194487855
https://www.spigen.com/collections/xiaomi-series/products/xiaomi-redmi-note-10-pro-case-ultra-hybrid?variant=39273208578095
Why does anyone want to bend-test a phone is beyond me. Most of these "bend-testers" do it to rake up more views for themselves in YouTube or other social media and make more money. I mean, just look at that bend test thumbnail picture in the youtube link above. It's a clickbait trap even laymen would want to click on.
As a consumer, why do you want to bend and abuse your phone, that you paid money for? In this world, you can break anything, if you want. Even metal or rocks. That's right - you DON'T want to break anything, especially something that you paid for.
Don't put in your back pocket and sit. Or remove the phone from the back pocket before sitting, if you have the habit of slotting your phone there.
Give respect for what you have bought. Get a good thin but durable case protection. Get a good screen protector. These will greatly help the resell value too.
So treat all of your phones (even humble and cheaper ones) gently and nice. They will last longer and be with you longer.
you're afraid of your phone breaking during bend as if you're BENDING your phone daily
He did the bend test AFTER the fall test ... It's insane ! Who is crazy enough to do that ?
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He did the bend test AFTER the fall test ... It's insane ! Who is crazy enough to do that ?
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He does those things with almost all popular brand mobiles. Btw there is another guy who did bend test immediately after unboxing and it failed. Just to inform you.
There is another one who did a fall test and the phone survived some risky falls ... The point is, these are phones not hammers, if i buy a super amoled with a huge camera i have to take care of it .. my friend bought a samsung note 10 when released, and it fell at work, the screen went dark and he had to replace it for almost the rn10p price
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There is another one who did a fall test and the phone survived some risky falls ... The point is, these are phones not hammers, if i buy a super amoled with a huge camera i have to take care of it .. my friend bought a samsung note 10 when released, and it fell at work, the screen went dark and he had to replace it for almost the rn10p price
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Firstly this is Not to spread negativity or anything else.
Experiences do vary from persone to person and device to device...I regularly watch durability test videos, more so if I want to decide on buying a device...It 's just to get an idea as to how well or bad the device can survive in day-to-day scenarios or during any unfortunate situations like falls. Not all videos are fake or clickbaits I can say.
At the end, if something is exiciting like specs, features, price, some people would overlook fragility or don't care about durability.
Thanks & Cheers!
Those youtubers will lead you to not buying anything guys !
Are you buying smartphone or gum ? to do what ever you want !?
look after your device and it will live longer
stop these sh^ts reviews and videos

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