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Loving my note 2 but I find it slippery to hold and a pain to prop up against things as it just slides away from anything you lean it up against. I know there are big rubber cases available but I was wondering if anyone has come across a rubberised replacement back to give me the added grip without the extra bulk of a case.
Any ideas to improve this lack of grip without adding a bulky case?
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Try Surfboard wax
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Maybe wait for skinomi skin
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This isn't quite the same, but I got the nilkin case, which is very thin,
and when I put it in the case, I removed the back cover.
It's barely thicker. Maybe half a mm.
- Frank
Ive had a look a the nilkin case looks ok but I think its a harder rubber almost plastic. Im after a grippy soft rubber what would be perfect is a back cover which has the same feel as the battery cover on a sky tv remote. The skinomi looks interesting
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does the nilkin case have multiple layers? if so.. does it separate?
ChodTheWacko said:
This isn't quite the same, but I got the nilkin case, which is very thin,
and when I put it in the case, I removed the back cover.
It's barely thicker. Maybe half a mm.
- Frank
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You could also try eGrips.com and then you don't need a new back cover or case.
ChodTheWacko said:
This isn't quite the same, but I got the nilkin case, which is very thin,
and when I put it in the case, I removed the back cover.
It's barely thicker. Maybe half a mm.
- Frank
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You do realise that by doing that, you removed your NFC antenna, right?
Egrips sound interesting im gonna check em out. Cheers
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You can try using plasti dip. It's removable if you don't like it.
b4d5h0t said:
Loving my note 2 but I find it slippery to hold and a pain to prop up against things as it just slides away from anything you lean it up against. I know there are big rubber cases available but I was wondering if anyone has come across a rubberised replacement back to give me the added grip without the extra bulk of a case.
Any ideas to improve this lack of grip without adding a bulky case?
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140855149689&ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:C:US:3160
How about this case? Texturized back made out of TPU. Super thin, too.
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Ive had a look a the nilkin case looks ok but I think its a harder rubber almost plastic.
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You are correct, it's pretty plasticy. It's a single layer - pretty simple case, no frills.
And yes, I lose NFC. If I ever come into a situation where I ever could use it, then I might start to care. So far, I don't.
- Frank
Need something grippy... lying on my back phone flies from my hand and kicks me in the teeth!
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You could plasticoat the back yourself, or use a textured vinyl.
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Chunology that case seems ok but its made from hard plastic so wont have the grip im after. Yes I think texturising the back with some sort of self adhesive non slip material is the way to go... gadget grips or similar its just a shame they dont make one that fits the back of the phone perfectly like a screen cover does.
Maybe a gap in the tech market!
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plasti-dip would probably work well. They have a texturered finish spray can too
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plasti-dip would probably work well. They have a texturered finish spray can too
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I ordered some regular black plastidip, should arrive on monday, I'll let you know how it works.
Plastidip is overpriced in the UK for some reason though. It's about $6 a can in the US and about £16 a can in the UK :/
The Zagg/Best Skins ever, body guards clear protective skins have a rubbery feel and offers improved grip over the shiny plastic.
this case is idential to nikkin without the logo.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190731990867?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Yeah let me know how the plastidip works. Im interested to know if it peels off easily. Ive now bought a hybrid case very similar to the one posted above in that ebay link. Im fairly happy with it mines white hard plastic slim not bulky and it has a rubberised coating on it plus mine was only £3.90 on ebay . I found the rubber coating felt slippery when it was new but ive had it a week now and the grip seems to be improving.
Mine
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=160903378326&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=87531734480
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Hi everyone,
I'm looking for a screen protector that can add some extra grip to the screen to make handwriting easier. It needs to be hard enough not to get punctured by pressure or scratched.
Thanks in advance
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henriquesb said:
Hi everyone,
I'm looking for a screen protector that can add some extra grip to the screen to make handwriting easier. It needs to be hard enough not to get punctured by pressure or scratched.
Thanks in advance
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I think they should all be good enough for the pen. Even the cheap on I got from the sprint store is plenty hard enough.
With that said I'm ordering this one below. I've had them before and they are ultra clear and very scratch resistant. Far better than Zagg.
SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector Clear Steinheil [Ultra Crystal]
X2 on the ultra Crystal running it now, very nice
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X2 on the ultra Crystal running it now, very nice
Regurgitated From My Giant Note II
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Do not look at any of the wet install protectors. They will get indentions from the s-pen. All the dry install ones will be fine tho. Ghost armor, zagg hd... both get tiny marks from the s-pen.
Avoid the SGP Ultra Optics and probably all the matte and anti-fingerprint protectors. I thought a bit of grip would help handwriting but that was a huge mistake, the loose tip doesn't get along with the extra grip.
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Ive been using the ultra crystal and now my pens tip has turned blue. This happen to anyone else?
henriquesb said:
Avoid the SGP Ultra Optics and probably all the matte and anti-fingerprint protectors. I thought a bit of grip would help handwriting but that was a huge mistake, the loose tip doesn't get along with the extra grip.
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Hmm...I don't agree with this post.
I have the SGP Ultra Optics on my Note 2 now and it actually aids in using the S-Pen with less slippery surface.
The pen still glides over the surface well enough while providing some paper like texture.
The only thing that I don't like is how it makes a bit of squeaky sound, but it's not too bad.
The SGP Ultra makes the screen less reflective of the ambient lights and is still clear enough to show the screen very well.
Highly recommended!
I ordered one of the dba just like glass protectors. Ill let you guys know how it turns out.
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Im using the SGP ultra crystal and had no problems at all, the only thing I don't like is that it doesn't cover the entire screen.
Im not happy with the sprint screen protectors yet wanted something on it right away as of right now the sprint one will suffice but it is getting scratched up from the spen.
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gizmo0681 said:
Im not happy with the sprint screen protectors yet wanted something on it right away as of right now the sprint one will suffice but it is getting scratched up from the spen.
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How hard are you writing with the pen? I'm using tje WriteRight protectors too and the clear one had yet to actually get a scratch from the pen. Any lines left are just lines in skin oil that wipe off.
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Skripka said:
How hard are you writing with the pen? I'm using tje WriteRight protectors too and the clear one had yet to actually get a scratch from the pen. Any lines left are just lines in skin oil that wipe off.
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I'm not writing very hard I'm actually letting the pen just glide but marks will not wipe clean. I guess it could be the extra oil that I leave on it from my hands as I am a maintenance technician by trade. I will figure something out @ some point.
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I have now bought three different types of screen protectors and find that all get scrtached by the s-pen way to easily.
I'm from Australia and is it possible to get these Ultra Clear scratch resistent screen protectors delivered here?
Ghost armor works great
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Is there some sort of case that I can use to protect the back of the phone that works with the flip cover? I can almost get a gel case on the back, but without making some modifications with a craft knife (I am useless at that sort of thing), I can't fold the cover back with it attached.
There must be some solution out here that allows me to use the flip cover with protection on the back?
Thanks for any advice.
I would like to know this too. Any info would be much appreciated.
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Case Combo that Works
I use both a Flip Case and a Hybrid Case together giving me front cover, all around protection and kickstand. I attached the flip case. I then cut a small section from the left side of the hybrid case to allow the cover on the flip to open freely and attached it to the GN2 with the flip cover. Here are the ebay products I used:
Black Luxury Flip Case Brushed Cover For Samsung Galaxy Note 2 II N7100 NEW - $8.66
Black Hybrid Jolt Hard TPU Case Cover Kickstand For Samsung Galaxy Note II 2 - $9.95
krdud said:
I use both a Flip Case and a Hybrid Case together giving me front cover, all around protection and kickstand. I attached the flip case. I then cut a small section from the left side of the hybrid case to allow the cover on the flip to open freely and attached it to the GN2 with the flip cover. Here are the ebay products I used:
Black Luxury Flip Case Brushed Cover For Samsung Galaxy Note 2 II N7100 NEW - $8.66
Black Hybrid Jolt Hard TPU Case Cover Kickstand For Samsung Galaxy Note II 2 - $9.95
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Its just the cutting part I wanted to avoid. Im quite surprised samsung didnt develop a back case to compliment the flip cover.
Looks like im gonna have to try and cut a section out of my gel case then, or find someone who has some cutting skills.
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The flip cover replaces the original back cover.
flaring afro said:
The flip cover replaces the original back cover.
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I know, but I want something to protect the back as well
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Why don't you get a cover that had a flip built in. They seem to cost the same.
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finalhit said:
Why don't you get a cover that had a flip built in. They seem to cost the same.
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I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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simacca said:
I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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I just saw in another thread something by tech21 impactology that is awesome. It has a built in flip cover and very protective case. Look into it of you get the chance. I just ordered one for myself
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simacca said:
I know, but I want something to protect the back as well
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Isn't the entire back the replaced cover? Unless you want to protect the camera more...
flaring afro said:
Isn't the entire back the replaced cover? Unless you want to protect the camera more...
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No. I want to protect the back from getting scratched up and from knocks and bumps.
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simacca said:
I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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Hmm,a badly cut edge could scratch the metal part.which is not replaceable. Since you're thinking of buying a case anyway, why not spend the extra 5 dollars and go for one's with built in flip cover. They look the same the oems
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http://www.ray-out.co.jp/products/docomo_galaxy_note_ii_sc-02e.html
from japan, some of these has the opening for use with official Samsung flip cover, i ordered the tpu one in dark brown, snap cases are available too
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I have a HD Zagg Invisible Shield installed on my Note 2. Not happy with all the marks made by the S-Pen. Does anyone have a normal or smudge-proof shield installed on their Note 2? Does the S-Pen mark up the shield? Thanks.
I'm using these from amazon. No problems. Plus lifetime warranty.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009QUDLC4/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1355780558&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
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I have this thing called Corning Gorilla Glass which works great, no marks at all with S-pen usage.
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Zagg is overrated and over prized. Dont buy their junk.
Btw gorilla glass still scratches. Its scratch resistant not scratch proof.
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I second that, Zagg sucks. Mine was full of hundreds of little dots within a week and it was $30!
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mulhiny said:
I'm using these from amazon. No problems. Plus lifetime warranty.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009QUDLC4/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1355780558&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
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I'm using those too. tech Armour. they suck. the application is easy, but I already scratched a hole in it so it's easily damaged, which means it's barely protecting your screen.
I've been looking at getting just like glass.
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wizzlewizzle said:
I'm using those too. tech Armour. they suck. the application is easy, but I already scratched a hole in it so it's easily damaged, which means it's barely protecting your screen.
I've been looking at getting just like glass.
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That's disappointing. Mine still looks great but I haven't had the phone too long. Have you tried any warranty claim?
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this is what i use, and it's great. can hardly tell it's there and no marks whatsoever after a few weeks of being on my phone.
I have enjoyed the one sold by sprint worth no spen marks. They have a lifetime warranty too, with free installs
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From what I've read, I've seen happy results with Spigen or Just Like Glass. I believe JLG claims better protection, but Spigen has a little better coverage. I have the "pink" Spigen one and am very happy. Install went perfect, lined up well and if you're super careful with dust, a dry install is fine. It's also a 2-pack so you can replace it when it gets marked up.
mulhiny said:
That's disappointing. Mine still looks great but I haven't had the phone too long. Have you tried any warranty claim?
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nah gonna get just like glass or the spigen oleophobic.
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I'm jumping on this "Zagg is crap" train. SPen smuggling everywhere after only a week. While Corning is smooth under the fingers, Zagg is slightly less rougher than sandpaper while attempting a scroll. Way overpriced. And buddies, if you ain't a master at applying, you definitely just wasted $25! My advice: pass up the Zagg aisle.
I have Just Like Glass. It's been 10 days, and there are still three bubbles of solution under it. They are shrinking steadily day by day, but it can take two weeks to clear up. Application was easy. Surface is slick and hard. Gonna be cool once the bubbles FINALLY evaporate.
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I have a Skinomi Techskin on mine. I got it for 50% off (Came out to $10 with free shipping.) When my package came in there was an offer to redeem a free Skinomi screen protector. Pretty awesome if you ask me. The one thing I am worried about it cases. I don't want to get a case that will peel the edges up or anything. :/
ride4mud said:
I have a HD Zagg Invisible Shield installed on my Note 2. Not happy with all the marks made by the S-Pen. Does anyone have a normal or smudge-proof shield installed on their Note 2? Does the S-Pen mark up the shield? Thanks.
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same here i am going to return mine
My son just got his N2 and all they had at Best buy was the Zagg. He got it for some peace of mind until I could see him last weekend. I had an SGP oleophobic ready to go . I took a good look at the Zagg before removing it and it looked like the crazing you seen on old pottery. Horrible. I put on the SGP and he was like ”wow! Look at how beautiful my screen is!”
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WillisW555 said:
From what I've read, I've seen happy results with Spigen or Just Like Glass. I believe JLG claims better protection, but Spigen has a little better coverage. I have the "pink" Spigen one and am very happy. Install went perfect, lined up well and if you're super careful with dust, a dry install is fine. It's also a 2-pack so you can replace it when it gets marked up.
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Best Buy has a "New & Improved - Smudge Free" zagg invisible shield. Along with the High Definition version. The Smudge free doesn't feel rubbery like the original Invisible Shield, and has a stronger texture than the HD version. I would still prefer the HD version because for some reason the smudge free one feels very similar to the Anti Glare 2$ protectors from Amazon/eBay
What about Ghost Armour? Is it any good?
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What about Ghost Armour? Is it any good?
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Yes. I had it for nearly a year and a half on my Motorola Photon and it worked quite well. I used a microfiber cloth from time to time to clean it. Other than that it was pretty much forget it's there.
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Anyone else have issues installing these protectors? Such a pain and I always **** them up bc I got close to Lebron hands (unfortunately don't have his baller skills).
#Forever alone I guess
Hey does anyone know where to buy back doors for extended batteries?
Just got my extended battery and want a different door for it (phone is gray, door is white).
Preferably a black carbon fiber one.
Been searching for a while and can't find anything.
If anyone could help me out, would be greatly appreciated.
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You could order a textured carbon skin for the white door if you can't find the door alone. Amazon may have the extended battery cover. Try searching "galaxy note 2 extended battery cover" without the " and see what turns up otherwise I'd go with textured carbon fiber skin on the current battery door or maybe some black textured truck bed liner in a spray can that stuffs pretty tough and doesn't look bad if you spray it carefully you could even mask off around the logos if you want to keep them. Be sure to mask off the openings(camera, speaker etc) from the back and have an exacto/utility knife and some coarse to fine grit sand paper handy to keep the finish nice
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I bought a 12x12in. piece of 3m vinyl carbon fiber sheet. Was 6 dollars on eBay.
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-EViL-KoNCEPTz- said:
You could order a textured carbon skin for the white door if you can't find the door alone. Amazon may have the extended battery cover. Try searching "galaxy note 2 extended battery cover" without the " and see what turns up otherwise I'd go with textured carbon fiber skin on the current battery door or maybe some black textured truck bed liner in a spray can that stuffs pretty tough and doesn't look bad if you spray it carefully you could even mask off around the logos if you want to keep them. Be sure to mask off the openings(camera, speaker etc) from the back and have an exacto/utility knife and some coarse to fine grit sand paper handy to keep the finish nice
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Can you link me to the textured skin please?
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Look at WWW.skinit.com and look under their textured category. Or look on amazon/eBay for 3m textured carbon fibre vinyl sheet. The sheet way you need to be pretty good with a razor and heat gun/hair dryer but it can cover so well you won't be able to tell its a skin
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-EViL-KoNCEPTz- said:
Look at WWW.skinit.com and look under their textured category. Or look on amazon/eBay for 3m textured carbon fibre vinyl sheet. The sheet way you need to be pretty good with a razor and heat gun/hair dryer but it can cover so well you won't be able to tell its a skin
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I found this one but do you think it'll fit over the extended battery door?
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devynbf said:
I found this one but do you think it'll fit over the extended battery door?
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Idk if they'd have one specifically for the extended batteries. I personally would probably do the vinyl sheet and cut it to fit myself
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-EViL-KoNCEPTz- said:
Idk if they'd have one specifically for the extended batteries. I personally would probably do the vinyl sheet and cut it to fit myself
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Alright cool.
Can you link me to some vinyl please?
Sorry for the hassle, I just can't happen to find it lol.
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devynbf said:
Alright cool.
Can you link me to some vinyl please?
Sorry for the hassle, I just can't happen to find it lol.
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Look for 3M automotive accent vinyl in carbon fibre
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Here's a quick look at what you can do with the Anker extended battery/case and a bumper...
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Carbon Gear is where you can get one.
They are a little more expensive and I'm sure you can ebay it but I live not to far from where Carbon Gear is at. It ran me about $15 shipped maybe a little more but it was around there. On ebay you can search for "3m Vinyl carbon" and you should get a ton of hits.
You'll need Patience, an Exacto knife, scissors, and a hair drier. Mine came out almost the same as the posts above, he just beat me to the punch. lol
1. The Patience is self explanatory
2. Put the sticker on the case, make sure to cut more than you need for "shrinkage", I gave myself about an inch or 2 on all sides.
3. Use the hair drier to form the sticker around the edges and nooks and crannies.
4. When satisfied let the sticker cool off and use the exacto to cut the excess off.
This is easier said than done but if you screw up a 12" x 12" sheet should give you enough to do this three time. I got it on the first time and my only advice is to take your time. This is the best way to do it because no one makes an extended door in patterns yet nor can I find a back door by itself.
I would also recommend not using the aluminum bumper with the rubber buttons. While it does work it's a super tight fit and while adjusting the front sliding frame I ripped off my JLG protector. Luckily my MIME SP just came in the mail today. ROFL.
devynbf said:
Alright cool.
Can you link me to some vinyl please?
Sorry for the hassle, I just can't happen to find it lol.
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Google.com is a neat tool for phone research, fyi.
That being said, if you have the new Hyperion battery with cover, I think it will be much more difficult to cut a skin. I went with the hyperion case that was designed to go with the newer battery cover, and love it. Feels solid, isn't slippery, well worth the purchase! (also allows me to retain NFC)
mdt73 said:
Google.com is a neat tool for phone research, fyi.
That being said, if you have the new Hyperion battery with cover, I think it will be much more difficult to cut a skin. I went with the hyperion case that was designed to go with the newer battery cover, and love it. Feels solid, isn't slippery, well worth the purchase! (also allows me to retain NFC)
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Please only reply with useful information.
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Here's a quick look at what you can do with the Anker extended battery/case and a bumper...
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Carbon Gear is where you can get one.
They are a little more expensive and I'm sure you can ebay it but I live not to far from where Carbon Gear is at. It ran me about $15 shipped maybe a little more but it was around there. On ebay you can search for "3m Vinyl carbon" and you should get a ton of hits.
You'll need Patience, an Exacto knife, scissors, and a hair drier. Mine came out almost the same as the posts above, he just beat me to the punch. lol
1. The Patience is self explanatory
2. Put the sticker on the case, make sure to cut more than you need for "shrinkage", I gave myself about an inch or 2 on all sides.
3. Use the hair drier to form the sticker around the edges and nooks and crannies.
4. When satisfied let the sticker cool off and use the exacto to cut the excess off.
This is easier said than done but if you screw up a 12" x 12" sheet should give you enough to do this three time. I got it on the first time and my only advice is to take your time. This is the best way to do it because no one makes an extended door in patterns yet nor can I find a back door by itself.
I would also recommend not using the aluminum bumper with the rubber buttons. While it does work it's a super tight fit and while adjusting the front sliding frame I ripped off my JLG protector. Luckily my MIME SP just came in the mail today. ROFL.
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Thanks man.
It will also be my first time attempting this so I will do my best.
And yea, I wanted to do the carbon fiber back door with a cool metal bumper of some sort.
Just ordered some vinyl so we'll see how it turns out
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This guy did a nice set up with Sweet Armor Bumper and vinyl....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2099307&page=3
He has the extended battery and a flygrip as well! HTH!
devynbf said:
Thanks man.
It will also be my first time attempting this so I will do my best.
And yea, I wanted to do the carbon fiber back door with a cool metal bumper of some sort.
Just ordered some vinyl so we'll see how it turns out
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Here's a link to the sweet armor and ext battery post for when you go to get your bumper. Make sure to get the right one cause the one I have is really tight and is a [email protected] to get off when I need to mess with something.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38134579&postcount=46
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Ghost_1 said:
Here's a quick look at what you can do with the Anker extended battery/case and a bumper...
Before
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Carbon Gear is where you can get one.
They are a little more expensive and I'm sure you can ebay it but I live not to far from where Carbon Gear is at. It ran me about $15 shipped maybe a little more but it was around there. On ebay you can search for "3m Vinyl carbon" and you should get a ton of hits.
You'll need Patience, an Exacto knife, scissors, and a hair drier. Mine came out almost the same as the posts above, he just beat me to the punch. lol
1. The Patience is self explanatory
2. Put the sticker on the case, make sure to cut more than you need for "shrinkage", I gave myself about an inch or 2 on all sides.
3. Use the hair drier to form the sticker around the edges and nooks and crannies.
4. When satisfied let the sticker cool off and use the exacto to cut the excess off.
This is easier said than done but if you screw up a 12" x 12" sheet should give you enough to do this three time. I got it on the first time and my only advice is to take your time. This is the best way to do it because no one makes an extended door in patterns yet nor can I find a back door by itself.
I would also recommend not using the aluminum bumper with the rubber buttons. While it does work it's a super tight fit and while adjusting the front sliding frame I ripped off my JLG protector. Luckily my MIME SP just came in the mail today. ROFL.
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Thanks mate. I'll definitely try and do a nice job. Will post here once I do one.
Ghost_1 said:
Here's a quick look at what you can do with the Anker extended battery/case and a bumper...
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Carbon Gear is where you can get one.
You'll need Patience, an Exacto knife, scissors, and a hair drier. Mine came out almost the same as the posts above, he just beat me to the punch. lol
1. The Patience is self explanatory
2. Put the sticker on the case, make sure to cut more than you need for "shrinkage", I gave myself about an inch or 2 on all sides.
3. Use the hair drier to form the sticker around the edges and nooks and crannies.
4. When satisfied let the sticker cool off and use the exacto to cut the excess off.
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I got inspired by this mod and did it on my oem battery back door. I must say I love the results!
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It looks amazing and I am probably gonna do it again when I pull the trigger on the Anker battery-case combo. Thanks for that!
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hekticpr21 said:
I got inspired by this mod and did it on my oem battery back door. I must say I love the results!
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It looks amazing and I am probably gonna do it again when I pull the trigger on the Anker battery-case combo. Thanks for that!
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Very nice.
How much did the vinyl cost you?
Can you link it to me please?
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devynbf said:
Very nice.
How much did the vinyl cost you?
Can you link it to me please?
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Not much at all. $2.95US I just used the sample size and it's more than enough.
http://pages.ebay.com/motors/link/?nav=item.view&id=130836935159
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hekticpr21 said:
I got inspired by this mod and did it on my oem battery back door. I must say I love the results!
Before:
After:
It looks amazing and I am probably gonna do it again when I pull the trigger on the Anker battery-case combo. Thanks for that!
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Looks great! It's what we do in our car club when someone wants to redo their speedometer, dash, or interior. Not super expensive, relatively easy, and makes it look great!
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