I am having lots of scratches on camera lens... Initially I ignored them but now they are affecting the image quality as I am having problems recently... Now has anyone got their camera lens replaced from HTC under warrenty? How is the new lens, is it the same one? Is the unibody design gonna be a problem here? Need some feedback guys, and let me know how much HTC charged you... Thank you in advance...
i think you mean the outer glass \ plastic cover of the camera
if so i think it comes with the housing
search for videos of how to change i think its not that hard if you done it careully
matador_kuw said:
i think you mean the outer glass \ plastic cover of the camera
if so i think it comes with the housing
search for videos of how to change i think its not that hard if you done it careully
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Yeah the glass not the lens actually, can you please link me...
If I'm not mistaken the outer lens was housed on the case. I afraid you have replace the uni-body casing just for lens substitution. Remember someone posted here that he managed to buy case. Yes. It is in one piece..
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HebeGuess said:
If I'm not mistaken the outer lens was housed on the case. I afraid you have replace the uni-body casing just for lens substitution. Remember someone posted here that he managed to buy case. Yes. It is in one piece..
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I have bought a replacement back cover and can confirm the outer camera lens clear cover is integral to the back cover.
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Phil
PhilipL said:
Hi
I have bought a replacement back cover and can confirm the outer camera lens clear cover is integral to the back cover.
Regards
Phil
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How much did it cost? Is it available at HTC service centre?
Not this is a help to you now, but once you get it replaced, do what I did, I bought one of the fairly inexpensive screen protectors they sell, and cut a round piece to cover the glass to avoid exactly that, and it doesnt degrade the quality of the picture at all, this way you can have one sheet for countless amounts as covers, at least this way if the screen cover gets scratched you can just replace it with another pre-cut one, I have one sheet that made about 25 covers for the lens. Just a thought. HTC should have really recessed the glass to avoid this, or like previous models be able to pop the glass out cause the camera lens is recessed from harm.
here you go with required tools, just bought from them as spare part didn't install it but looks original and good quality with the lens cover integrated with the housing
http://www.ebay.com/itm/300736875860?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
matador_kuw said:
here you go with required tools, just bought from them as spare part didn't install it but looks original and good quality with the lens cover integrated with the housing
http://www.ebay.com/itm/300736875860?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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Thank you everybody for the cooperation
Hello Everybody
I am too in the same boat.
I have bought a used HTC One X (AT&T) mobile phone.
The previous owner of the mobile phone have clearly stated that he bumped on a table which damaged the camera lens.
I assumed the lens or lens cover be easily replaceable.
But it appears to be not the case.
Anybody shed some light on the same ?
Also please check these links
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Silver-Rear...820?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4846955be4
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Silver-Rear...K_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3cc8ed96cc
Can't i just replace the lens by purchasing the above items?
raddy said:
Hello Everybody
I am too in the same boat.
I have bought a used HTC One X (AT&T) mobile phone.
The previous owner of the mobile phone have clearly stated that he bumped on a table which damaged the camera lens.
I assumed the lens or lens cover be easily replaceable.
But it appears to be not the case.
Anybody shed some light on the same ?
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Replace the body of the phone.
i did it last week, changed my HoX Grey to a HoX White
only cost me $50,- (which is 39 euro's for me :victory: )
bought the case from e-bay with free shipping.
The cheap screenprotector film is a great idea, gonna try that as well!
Can't we just replace the lens cap alone ?
It is available in eBay as separate piece .
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raddy said:
Can't i just replace the lens by purchasing the above items?
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Looks to me as if thats just the rim around the camera
The Bezel/Lens is sold as separate pieces...and cheap!
If anyone figures out how to just change the bezel\lens, and not have to go through the trouble/expense of replacing the entire body, let me know.
ww.etradesupply.com/oem-htc-one-x-camera-bezel-and-camera-lens.html
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Hi All,
Does anyone know of a fix for a scratched camera window? Can it be replaced with out changing battery covers? Maybe a DIY? I'm considering the polishing attachments on my rotary tool at the moment.
Chris.
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Just ditch the camera window or get creative. watch in sequence:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGUZ38NxgRU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9GRcSM--_M
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayfhCM8LCvM
I followed it and the image quality improved a lot.
Sirhcchris said:
Hi All,
Does anyone know of a fix for a scratched camera window? Can it be replaced with out changing battery covers? Maybe a DIY? I'm considering the polishing attachments on my rotary tool at the moment.
Chris.
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I had the same issue, and in the end i replaced the back cover because it was pissing me off. Not a cheap solution (25€) but worth it imho. Together with that i ordered a martin fields protector, which includes a small protector (much more resistant than default plastic) for that window, it helps a lot. Being that thing made of cheap plastic it's all you can do about it i'm afraid...it's a shame htc didn't use some more glass for a high end device tho...
I saw a thread somewhere about people replacing the standard plastic lens cover with a sapphire glass one - clear image and no degradation in quality over time
yeah hope to fin something better then that cover in last vid
Just got a set of martin fields protectors, excellent but a little pricey compared to most, easiest fix is just remove the back cover when taking photos and then snap back on after.
Toothpaste
Toothpaste as done the trick for me, i will be going to a watchmakers for some sapphire glass.
tvr84 said:
i will be going to a watchmakers for some sapphire glass.
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Lol, are you serious?
vnvman said:
Lol, are you serious?
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why not ?? i need something cant just leave it with a hole in lol, loads of **** will get in there. anyway its a lot better now i cleaned it.
Edit £16.00
you can buy one here >> http://www.edmundoptics.com/onlinecatalog/displayproduct.cfm?productid=1904&showall
Sapphire glass
Diameter 9.5mm
Thickness 0.5mm
sh500 said:
I saw a thread somewhere about people replacing the standard plastic lens cover with a sapphire glass one - clear image and no degradation in quality over time
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indeed, I've popped mine out currently, quality is amazing now!
in theory you don't need a replacement window (the magic never had one to begin with) but I have dirty pockets so I'm going for a sapphire replacement glass as well.
cheers
B
tvr84 said:
why not ?? i need something cant just leave it with a hole in lol, loads of **** will get in there. anyway its a lot better now i cleaned it.
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you can buy one here >> http://www.edmundoptics.com/onlinecatalog/displayproduct.cfm?productid=1904&showall
Sapphire glass
Diameter 9.5mm
Thickness 0.5mm
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just wanted to order but shipping is through the roof!! 24€ only for shipping? The glass itself is cheaper!!
B
I have my HTC Desire for about 8 months. After first 3 months that plastic was BADLY scratched. After a few months the plastic was cristal clear again , the only thing i did was to rub it every day with a very soft glasses cleaner cloth in order to remove the smudge, the result was unexpected, because i didn't had in mind to remove the scratches that way.
yes post is very bad, i cant find it any where, on thw interweb if u find a better i,e cheaper please post here.
Hi,
I dont use screen protector, but I want to protect the back camera lens.
Is there special screen protector for that? That i can buy ...
I have tried to cut small round from unused screen protector, but it turned bad which affect image quality of the camera.
Thanks
gogol said:
Hi,
I dont use screen protector, but I want to protect the back camera lens.
Is there special screen protector for that? That i can buy ...
I have tried to cut small round from unused screen protector, but it turned bad which affect image quality of the camera.
Thanks
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I don't think theres anything you can do. *Any* kind of protector will greatly affect image quality. It's just the way things are. Best bet is to find a case with some kind of removable cover?
Or is it possible to buy only the back cover of the phone?
I meant the battery door ...
I still remember the olden days, I was trying to replace the back cover of my HTC Kaiser and it was difficult to find.
kwazi said:
I don't think theres anything you can do. *Any* kind of protector will greatly affect image quality. It's just the way things are. Best bet is to find a case with some kind of removable cover?
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gogol said:
Or is it possible to buy only the back cover of the phone?
I meant the battery door ...
I still remember the olden days, I was trying to replace the back cover of my HTC Kaiser and it was difficult to find.
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not sure how an extra battery door will help protect your camera lens?
But yea, I'm sure you'll be able to find replacement back covers in due time.
kwazi said:
not sure how an extra battery door will help protect your camera lens?
But yea, I'm sure you'll be able to find replacement back covers in due time.
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Search eBay now, they're available. I bought one.
Martin Fields protectors almost always include a camera lens protector. I don't think their protector pack is out yet for the gn though.
yea..back covers all over ebay.
Is there any chance the camera lens cover is glass? On my HTC Desire it was hardened plastic (part of battery case) and I went through 3 back covers over 2 years due to nasty scratches on the lens cover. I think the cover on the nexus looks glass though? I think covering it with anything might cloud images, but keeping it in a pouch would be good idea. Keep it from rubbing against grit in pocket or surfaces.
Hi everyone, is there any camera protection available on the internet or someting? My One X is quite damaged because I use a cheap case and it scratches the sides of my phone But when I don't use it anymore my camera will touch all surfaces, so I was curious if there is something to fix that
Thanks so far
Probably not...?
Best Skins Ever full body skin includes a lens protector, I'm waiting on one arriving
Thanks man, gonna buy it too!
Michealtbh said:
Best Skins Ever full body skin includes a lens protector, I'm waiting on one arriving
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I want to buy one?Where to Buy?
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=best+skins+ever
Wouldn't that affect the picture quality?
Drakenhielm said:
Wouldn't that affect the picture quality?
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I cut a piece from a generic screen protector and put it on the camera lens, didn't effect quality at all.
I'll let you know how the Best Skins Ever is in a few days when it arrives
That would be great if you do!
I my self is a bit forced to have my phone in a punch, hate scratches and already have one on the lens My screen protector is noisy like noise on a picture, thats why I am a bit skeptical to have a screen protector on the lens.
mekznl said:
Hi everyone, is there any camera protection available on the internet or someting? My One X is quite damaged because I use a cheap case and it scratches the sides of my phone But when I don't use it anymore my camera will touch all surfaces, so I was curious if there is something to fix that
Thanks so far
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Check my BSE thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1674946
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chrisjcks said:
Check my BSE thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1674946
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Just an FYI for those worried about your camera lenses; scratches will not show in pictures or effect picture quality unless they are severe. Micro scratches or even regular scratches are imperceivable unless the camera is using a very narrow aperture. Given that the One X has an F2.0 lens, that just isn't an issue.
Conversely, putting ANYTHING infront of the camera lens is going to have an effect on IQ.
Michealtbh said:
I cut a piece from a generic screen protector and put it on the camera lens, didn't effect quality at all.
I'll let you know how the Best Skins Ever is in a few days when it arrives
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That's what I did (you can also use a hole puncher) and I don't have any quality issues, as a matter of fact I have no scratches on it and had it for a while now.
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My case sticks out just a bit further than the camera, so it's when i set the phone down on hard surfaces. This seems like the best protection to me if you worry about image degradation due to a layer of plastic on top of the lens.
I've been thinking about this for some time. I tried to try a bit of generic sbreen cover but it bubbled up. I love the idea of a hole punch though will try that tonight
maybe buy an otterbox defender it protects everything not only the camera
i just love it
you can even throw your phone if u want to or open beer bottles with it no problem :laugh:
greets
I just removed the glass bit when I soldered the wifi connection. I've found this to be a great solution because it also helps to cool the chip that gets hot during gaming. I've had no problems in three months now.
I've been using the official htc case and haven't had any problems. The plastic on the back protrudes a bit further than the lens so it provides plenty of protection against table surfaces etc
That said, even if you do manage to severely damage the lens, it looks like a pretty simple matter to simply swap out the lens and put a new one in. Plenty of places to buy spare parts, and the lenses aren't particularly expensive. Though it would probably be safer to change the entire housing as I don't know how well the adhesive on the inside of the case would work after being removed and replaced.
chrisjcks said:
Check my BSE thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1674946
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where to get this sir? any direct link?
I have got a cracked lens cover, I have removed it awaiting New cover from eBay however without the lens cover on the camera does not focus on distance objects only close up. Could this be due to having no lens cover or is the camera broken. Any advice on what action I should take to get it repaired?
Replace the lens and all will be good. Be careful not to get any dust trapped in there.
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Excellent, any advice on lens cover. Currently ordered cheap one from China via eBay
Buy a tech21 case and make sure the lens is the right way round before attempting to permanently attach it.
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Is it obvious which is the right way or not
rbramhill1 said:
Excellent, any advice on lens cover. Currently ordered cheap one from China via eBay
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Cheaper is not better.
Lens cover arrived, fitted all seemed great however camera will still not focus on distant objects, any advice
Hi guys I need to replace the lens on my G4, I have found only those that are generic ones made of plastic. I guess this degrade the picture quality by a lot.. Any recommendations on where to buy one that will not degrade the quality, preferably LG genuine.
Thanks.
THIS is the one i can find. The only other way to is to replace the phone
You can check on ebay also, you can find a lot.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odk...a+glass.TRS0&_nkw=lg+g4+camera+glass&_sacat=0
I bought some times for Galaxy S6 but hopefully did not break G4 lens glass yet
Thanks guys, decided to polish the lens using my dual action polisher ( the one I use to polish my car) and now my lens is like new, it was a bit hazy and with some scratches. So I will not need to change it!
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I took the lens cover off mine altogether because I couldn't get it crystal clear. I couldn't tell whether it was made out of glass or plastic. I guess it's plastic which would be prone to scratching.
Watch THIS and it Might help
Basically the Lens is plastic sadly
CyberManiaK said:
Thanks guys, decided to polish the lens using my dual action polisher ( the one I use to polish my car) and now my lens is like new, it was a bit hazy and with some scratches. So I will not need to change it!
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Sorry for replying such an old post. But I'm curious, how did you do that? what's the backing plate size, foam type, and compound/polish product? I'm a bit familiar with it too and seems line my G4 lens need some "love".
Thanks