Wasn't sure exactly where to put this, so mods feel free to move this thread if necessary.
I recently saw this thread with custom laser engraved battery covers:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1474014
I also was aware of the limited edition google employee battery cover. I figured since they are either ridiculously priced/nowhere to be found, that I would just remake the template so that people could get it done if they wanted too. A few of the icons had to be custom made because I could not find them, but everything is very close. Revisions can always be made later (or by you) if you choose.
I'm sure this template could be used for a number of things, so I figured themes & apps was the most appropriate place to post it. I left the edges to the side icons on also, so if you plan on using this for the engraving, make sure you take care of them.
Finished .png:
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Actual Cover:
How they line up:
Awesome.
Any ideas where to get it etched?
I'm not sure I'd want this particular battery cover, but does anyone know of a way of getting other battery covers for the LTE Galaxy Nexus? Custom etching would be nice, but mainly I'd be happy with anything that doesn't have the damn Verizon logo.
sacksyboy said:
Awesome.
Any ideas where to get it etched?
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There are 2 people in the link I posted who have websites/etch custom designs.
plasticdarlow said:
Hey guys,
I decided to try and laser etch the back cover of my GN.
Images didn't turn out too great, but looks good in person.
Let me know what you think?
Any idea's of what could be etched in the future? Looking for some idea's!
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plasticdarlow said:
www.darlowdesign.com is the website. I will be making posts there as well as here. Just starting out so check it out and give me your thoughts. Help would be welcome.
Thanks
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Try ebay, purchased to metal back cover black and chrome, fits perfectly on my GNEX gem verdion
Grover concepts just shot me an email of the cover as well as their tweaked version. Looks good, I approve. Check out this thread if you agree
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1617905
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Hi all!
Just want to share something good: CG Mobile in collaboration with Mini has released a collection of case for our Galaxy SII and they are quite stylish!
You have 2 with the Mini's bands, and one with the UK Flag
The case is not what we call "high quality" like the others in steel, but they are slim, hard case, and easy to remove and use
I bought the one with the UK Flag, the colors are good: real red and white and matted black...let's see if the colors will stay!
They are light and really not that big (but you feel a difference in your hands ^^)
No silicone anywhere, just soft touched's plastic
The side effect is, if you have the official dock from Samsung (this one), you'll be unable to use it, like a large majority of case
I can't send you a link, just search in google, the price is about 19€
Enjoy
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Perfect!!!
I have just broken my original Samsung case, and have been trawling the internet to find a suitable replacement...and this is it!
I work for a group of BMW/MINI dealerships..my company car is a MINI...this case is perfect.
Ordered from Amazon.
how much it cost?? and btw it looks cool
hack51 said:
how much it cost?? and btw it looks cool
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Oh God man, i found something even better!!
It's about 19£ for all the series I Guess
Check this out: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Mini-Cooper-Leather-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B007LG5KOW
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Oh God man, i found something even better!!
It's about 19£ for all the series I Guess
Check this out: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Mini-Cooper-Leather-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B007LG5KOW
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Now that is nice. Pre order at the moment though.
The one in the OP is £16.
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The leather one with union jack stitching is very nice, will have to add it to a wishlist on amazon for the next time my current case breaks
Hi there.
Iv been looking for a case for quite a while now and to be honest i dont really want one. So my next choice is a skin for the phone.
Before buying either the Ghost Armor or Skinomi TechSkin.. i was thinking of making one myself.
How you might ask? Well my Dad has all types of vinyl and a vinyl cutter.... He makes signs.
What im looking for is a template of either skin or a template (dimenstions) of the phone itself so i can design one myself.
If it all goes well ill take a few pictures of it and post it up here.
I havent had much time to search for a template/dimenstions since i only thought of it now.. and im going a sleep pretty soon. I would be greatful if anyone could help me out.
Last resort would be to scan the phone with a scanner lol...
Thanks.
I just done some quick free hand work of the back cover and a little bit of the side..
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Dont mind the color.. i just picked it at random from lots of different ones haha.
After tonight im free for four days.. so like i said before.. any help on finding some sort of template etc would be very helpful.
Thanks.
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I was event thinking of doing a full 1 piece skin.. which covers the back and sides since i never remove my battery or sim.
Bump... no on?
Im finishing work in a few hours and would love to start straight away
Honestly for $15 you can't beat gelaskins. You can use any image you want. So basically the sky is the limit.
I just don't know if it is worth all the time and energy since gelaskins is so affordable.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=22900536
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just made two full body skins... 1 piece only.
First was a test and second one was the one!
Ill upload pics in a bit.. need to get my hands on my brothers phone
Made a new thread in the Galaxy Nexus Accessories section since this is not a question anymore.
Thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24841202#post24841202
reported for close request.
Update:
YES. They fit. See my follow-up post below for two example shots.
Original:
I love taking photos. Which is why I'm so glad we all get to carry cameras in our pockets these days.
I stumbled across these things: http://photojojo.com/store/awesomeness/cell-phone-lenses/
They're extra lens attachments for smartphones, and they go on via an adhesive magnetic ring that sits around the phone lens. I'd love to give them a whirl but... the bump.
I'm not sure they'd actually stay on because of the camera bump. So, does anyone have them? Does anyone know if they'll work?
Just sent the seller an E-Mail, I'll let you know once I've got a reply.
If anything the rubberband lens will fit, that is an awesome idea!
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Just sent the seller an E-Mail, I'll let you know once I've got a reply.
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Hah, I totally should have just done that myself. Thanks though.
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If anything the rubberband lens will fit, that is an awesome idea!
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Yeah that thing is cool, it just doesn't seem like the results would be on par. Still, maybe as a back-up plan!
Actually, I've had insane results with a DVD burner lens and my old SE W910 ... I could see this working pretty well.
But if you're using the words "on par" you probably have some needs for quality, while I'm just mucking around with it so don't really care as long as it's functional and looks cool.
That's a pretty cool hack, GriffinSauce. Wouldn't mind seeing the results!
For the rest of you that were curious, I found a cheaper seller on eBay (about $20 AUD) and took the plunge.
I'm pleased to announce that they fit.
First shots below.
I'm a little concerned that the stick on magnetic ring that holds the lenses on will come off in my pocket, but it came with three extras. We'll see how it goes.
Just bought this on eBay. Can't wait to use it !
I'm looking for something similar to this iPhone case but have had no luck so far.
Has anyone seen anything like this available online?
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http://www.speckproducts.com/smartflex-card-for-iphone-4s-4.html
Whoa, that's a pretty cool case there. I might be interested in one like that too if they ever make one.
I haven't seen any like that but this one comes pretty close:
Yea, here's a sleek one my company makes.
cm4.com/shop/images/Product/large/17_1_.jpg
cm4.com/Q
-matt
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Yea, here's a sleek one my company makes.
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That should fit the gs3 perfectly!
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oh... if i could only post links...
anyway, a search on google (search for "galaxy s3 card case"), shows some interesting card cases for the s3. many seem to be more of a wallet (essentially the Samsung flip cover, but with a thicker leatherette cover, and slots for cash/cards in it), that has the s3 on one side, and then money and cards on the other. Nice if you are looking for the function.. but if you want the FORM of the above image.. I got nothing.
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Yea, here's a sleek one my company makes.
cm4.com/shop/images/Product/large/17_1_.jpg
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-matt
[email protected]
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That sure doesn't looks like an S III to me
Don't really want anything with a flip cover or made of leather. Maybe in 6 months something like this will be available.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/32091617969...:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_12159wt_1037
John from Speck Products said -
"I am sorry but I have no word to give you at this time if and or when we will have what you are requesting.
But please go to our main page and click on FEEDBACK and make a request!
We love to hear your input! The more people who request a certain item or color the more likely it is we will consider making it!
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We've had some requests already ;-)"
So maybe we can get people to request it? I'd buy a blue and black one.
Speck should make one. I know Hex has a similar style wallet case, but I don't see any cases for Samsung phones. If you really need a card slot, SGP Folio case might be good for you. http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s3/samsung-galaxy-s3-leather-case-folio-series.html
I see few of them on Ebay and I am interested in the metal back cover rather than going the case route, but I wanted to know if the back cover on sprint is compatible with nothing on the back of it(nfsc etc etc) if someone can post a picture of both sides of the back cover that would be greatly appreciated
http://shop.mobileweb.ebay.com/sear...+door&cmd=SREF&mfs=SBCLK&acimp=0&isNewKw=true
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I think they look sick, but your answer is right there in then first auction...
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=251174248499&cmd=VIDESC
NFC function maybe have a problem
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Here is why...
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There are no contacts for NFC. You may be able to pry off the contact on the OEM back or get another one and do that. But NFC and metal don't play well together usually. May work, may not.
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But you can get this, it has nfc. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009NIRX14/ref=pe_152840_26435120_pe_vfe_dt1 Ive used these batteries before on my gs3 and they were really good.
loveshinesthru said:
But you can get this, it has nfc. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009NIRX14/ref=pe_152840_26435120_pe_vfe_dt1 Ive used these batteries before on my gs3 and they were really good.
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On Note II NFC is NOT part of the battery but is a part of the back cover. That little black plate with two contacts on its side... there's NFC under it.
Whether our Note II has a way how to route NFC signal from the battery I consider highly unlikely.
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On Note II NFC is NOT part of the battery but is a part of the back cover. That little black plate with two contacts on its side... there's NFC under it.
Whether our Note II has a way how to route NFC signal from the battery I consider highly unlikely.
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Hmm, didnt think about that, just thought they would work like the gs3.