Mine does, on the left hand side of the plastic back, it squeaks when I press it. That's not so awesome about this phone.
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Yup, so much. It drives me crazy, went back to my one x for now.
No sir.
Mine is solid
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No problems here
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No try exchanging it
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No squeak here. It would have to be a mighty huge squeak for me to give up multi tasking and go back to the One X. (Never mind multi view)
I found its easier to put the back on if you start with slotting the bottom parts in first. Try putting the back on again.
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All is well here on my Marble White version.
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The back will creak if you've removed the cover too forcefully and tweaked the little hooks that hold it in place
My back clicks - especially when I press the Home button... drives me nuts.
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Mine does, on the left hand side of the plastic back, it squeaks when I press it. That's not so awesome about this phone.
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Mine currently does atm, but it didn't start off that way, it was fine when I first got it, but after a number of battery pulls and constantly taking the back off enough times it has changed to being like that. This happened on my S3 as well, but I simply bought a new back cover and problem went away. The new one on my S3 hasn't changed to being like that and I've pulled it off many times as well, might just be a minor manufacturing defect thing (I noticed the tiny clips on the backing that click into our phones are small and sometimes look a little warped from being mass produced), You can order replacement backings, as well as different custom colors off ebay, or just the official OEM ones from Samsung. My carrier's store sells replacement S3 backings so once they get replacement Note II backings in ill just get a new one to stop that from happening, they are cheap so no biggie.
I just ordered a metal back for $6.75 at ebay. Hopefully it will be good . The stock plastic back is way too thin, don't know why Sammy was so cheap on its flagship.
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I just ordered a metal back for $6.75 at ebay. Hopefully it will be good . The stock plastic back is way too thin, don't know why Sammy was so cheap on its flagship.
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Good luck with reception using an all metal back.
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Nope
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Good luck with reception using an all metal back.
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Good point
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Yep I have a squeaky back too but it doesn't bother me that much as I am getting a case soon. In other words no big deal
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Well I solve the problem by sticking some paper into the inside of the back where the squeaky sound comes from.
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for those buying aftermakret backs off Ebay be warned that most don't have the NFC chip in them. The OEM battery cover has it (2 gold contacts upper third of the case).
Mine squeaks around the volume rocker. Grey phone. Havent checked my wife's which is white.
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for those buying aftermakret backs off Ebay be warned that most don't have the NFC chip in them. The OEM battery cover has it (2 gold contacts upper third of the case).
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I have been wondering what those two dots are for lol.
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Just curious. I got my SIII on the 29th and haven't bothered with a case yet. My previous phone was an archaic Motorola Razr V3m that I had for 5 years and in that time I only dropped it a couple times on the carpet, and once it hit my closet door track which did put a ding on it. I'm thinking of just forgoing a case.
Only have ghost armor in mine. No hard case.
Dropped quite a few times. Usually just the battery case pops off in the harder falls. One fall left an slight dent that I didn't even notice till later.
Have dropped on sides and front. No screen cracks yet. No scratches...only because of the skin that covers the full body.
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I drop my phone like everyday so I cant take that risk .
I have 2 wallet cases even to protect my screen
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Where did you get the soft pouch? I love having those in my pockets tobjust slide the phone and out of there. I always have crap in my pockets having this will be nice.
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Never bother with cases, bulky, ugly and unpractical. Had everything from a Nokia to iPhone 4s. Dropped all at least once when getting out of the car with my good luck none ever broke just a chip lol. However a screen protector is a must for resale value, most people don't care about the back.
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Without a case I feel I'm going drop it or its going slip out my hand so, I got it in a case..
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I only use leather holders with belt clips for carrying. Never ise the permanent cases. With a case phone wont fit in windshield mount thats made just for this phone.
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I have a thin spigen case... Adds no bulk, and and keeps the camera glass off the table when I set it down. I never drop my phone so protection is not an issue, and just the screen (zagg), and the camera lens.
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I dropped once whit no case it was really like a 60cm drop and now when i have dark backgrounds at night i see black spots this phone is pretty sensitive its really suggested to buy a case..
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I always have a case on any phone I have. But I've been seeing so many Asian people (not racist, just my observation) in nyc that aren't rocking a case. Makes me nervous lol
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I dropped once whit no case it was really like a 60cm drop and now when i have dark backgrounds at night i see black spots this phone is pretty sensitive its really suggested to buy a case..
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I've just recently noticed that they're 3 dark spots behind the glass myself. I only noticed it while I was flashing a ROM and it got stuck on just a black screen but was still illuminated. Wonder what that can be. I haven't dropped this phone that i can recall.
As far as cases go, I normally don't buy them but i do have a TPU case for this phone that i put on every now and then
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I've just recently noticed that they're 3 dark spots behind the glass myself. I only noticed it while I was flashing a ROM and it got stuck on just a black screen but was still illuminated. Wonder what that can be. I haven't dropped this phone that i can recall.
As far as cases go, I normally don't buy them but i do have a TPU case for this phone that i put on every now and then
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I have several of these dark spots at night while viewing stuff like an youtube video it can also be caused by pressure like lets say you've left it in your pocket and it may have gotten some pressure applied to it it can cause it also..
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I have several of these dark spots at night while viewing stuff like an youtube video it can also be caused by pressure like lets say you've left it in your pocket and it may have gotten some pressure applied to it it can cause it also..
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This was a common issue with the t989(s2) right out of the box it's a defect call T-Mobile and get a free warranty replacement. Probably shouldn't mention the drop although pretty sure that has nothing to do with it as I'm on my second s3 and they have both had dark spots. It took me three tries to get a perfect s2
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This was a common issue with the t989(s2) right out of the box it's a defect call T-Mobile and get a free warranty replacement. Probably shouldn't mention the drop although pretty sure that has nothing to do with it as I'm on my second s3 and they have both had dark spots. It took me three tries to get a perfect s2
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Meh it doesn't bother me that much because i don't want to go through warranty exchange and re root cwm etc etc.. but thanks for letting me know !
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Meh it doesn't bother me that much because i don't want to go through warranty exchange and re root cwm etc etc.. but thanks for letting me know !
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Yeah I plan on keeping mine for a while at least when my manufactures warranty is coming to an end I'll have a legit reason to get a brand new/refurb phone.
Yea those dark spots were bad on the t989 actually very bad. The gs3 is a long way from that but this is definitely the result of their amoled screen
I'm using a D30 case from T-Mobile but I have never dropped my phone, I rarely leave it out unless it's on the charger when I'm in bed. I don't get how people don't protect their devices in some way.
The glass of this phone seems to cracked too easily, so I bought a case for this phone. This is the first phone I ever feel that need a case. I had the galaxy s and the iphone 4 and both were never in a case.
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The glass of this phone seems to cracked too easily, so I bought a case for this phone. This is the first phone I ever feel that need a case. I had the galaxy s and the iphone 4 and both were never in a case.
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I bought the GS3 at full price no contract or upgrade, I'm not trying to tell anyone how to take care of their things but if anyone is willing to just throw away 650$ because not having a case on their device is restricting then my hands are willing to catch it lol.
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Just a sunglasses bag.
Hi I ordered a case online for my note 10.1 and after a bit of googling I saw that some had problems after using their case with a magnetic fastener that areas of the screen the s pen wouldn't respond to.
Just want to know if this is true and will my new note be safe if I use this case or should I change it for one without a magnet?
Think I'll remove the magnets and add a button or strap just to be safe
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I have the official Samsung case for the note 10.1. It has magnets in it. Never had any problems, bought the case day 1 with the Note. Doubt Samsung would put magnets in the official case if they messed with the screen, just a thought.
No I got a case from Ebay and it has magnets I had the same doubt but it does not effect the device in anyway the SPEN is not affected in even the minutes way. The magnet are very low powered onces anyways
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I have the official Samsung case for the note 10.1. It has magnets in it. Never had any problems, bought the case day 1 with the Note. Doubt Samsung would put magnets in the official case if they messed with the screen, just a thought.
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I did some searching and found that people with the original note phone had problems with the middle of the phone not recognizing the pen http://www.esphoneblog.com/2012/01/28/problem-with-samsung-galaxy-notes-s-pen/ and
http://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-note-2/216474-cases-magnets-s-pen.html
I found more like this with problems with magnets on cases can't be just a coincidence.
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Well mine has non so I can say it does not affect
Thanks for the replies, I'd rather be safe that's all.
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My note is affected by magnets. Using casecrown
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My note is affected by magnets. Using casecrown
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Going to remove mine just to be sure when and if my case eventually gets here from amazon
If you take yours out eventually your note will go back to normal.
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Hello all,
I've had my Note for a little over a week now, but for the past couple days I've been noticing problems with parts of my device squeaking. The S-Pen, while inside the device, squeaks if I push it around a little bit; the power button squeaks when I lightly press on it; the back battery cover squeaks when I push on certain parts of it, and oddly enough, certain parts of the screen squeak, along with the home button.
Would this be caused by the materials used to make this device? Also, should I think about replacing mine for a not-so-squeaky Note II?
i have 2 and a note 10.1...they all squeak(mostly around the s-pen)...its plastic and as plastic gets older it becomes more flexible (malleable)....and tends to creak
No squeaks, creeks or groans over here. At least not from my phone, just my aching back. lol
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No squeaks, creeks or groans over here. At least not from my phone, just my aching back. lol
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Same here. Sucks getting old. lol
No squeaks here either
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By the volume buttons the bezel creaks, and the power button is creaky and cheap.
It's driving me INSANE.
I don't even think I can get an exchange because I'm rooted and I have Jedi flashed...
Anyone else going crazy from these little issues, or found a fix?
OCD much?
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Yes, because now when I discovered the creaks, I keep checking to see if they went away...lol.
Same small problem here too. Just slap a case that covers the volume and power button. It helps with the creaks. Nothing is perfect. U might get one that buttons are fine but there will be something else that will get to u. If buttons work and are not about to fall off, enjoy the phone.
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Eh, I'm a folio case user. I have yet to find a folio that covers them up. Any suggestions?
seidio active case. First case I got the silicone was a bit loose. But exchange case was perfect. It covers the volume and power button. Gives a nice click to it cause case is a bit raised. It it looks awesome too. Otterbox case also covers the buttons but its too thick.
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nice, checking em out now. Thanks!
I bought the speck candyshell case from the att the day I bought my N2. Kinda pricey at $38 but has a one year warranty. Dudnt know bout yhe warranty til the guy told me so we took my gf speck case for her og note and exchanged it for free.
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Aww dude I feel ya I check my power button every 30 mins lol...just to make sure the creak has gone away and sure enough it hasnt...replacement on the way tho so yeah...
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How long have you had this creaking problem. I just got my note 2 2 days ago although I put a case on it while I was in the at&t store I have taken it off to check after reading this post
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Eh I've had creaking since 2 days after buying it. It went straight in a case too.
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Same here exactly to the day....bought it a week ago and a day later... creaking...I have the flip casing
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I haven't noticed any creaking on my Note II since I've gotten it -- mind you it has only been a few days, but I've been using it a fair amount and I'm pretty good at noticing these things (curse you, OCD!)
Mine creaks too. Drives me nuts also! I shut it up temporarily by using a bit of scotch tape inside the panel but that quit working. The samsung flip case panel has eliminated the creaking fwiw but it would be nice to have the original flat panel shut up too.
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Just use wd40
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I dont have a creak. But I have light leak coming from the left side of the home button. If it's not one thing it's another.
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I dont have a creak. But I have light leak coming from the left side of the home button. If it's not one thing it's another.
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Oh, that would drive me nuts! little bit of creaking in the back cover but I have to mess with it to hear it so I am not going to complain too much :silly:
My power button is sometimes creaky. Sometimes it doesn't seem to click. Sometimes it seems to be stuck pressed in.
Changes every day.
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I must have a lemon, my device has zero creaks.
No creaks for me. I'm on my second device.
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I've had a case on my note II ever since purchase, when I took it off, I see tint scratches around the phone. Is it just me or are others are experiencing the same thing?
Thanks for your input guys.
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XrAdEr said:
I've had a case on my note II ever since purchase, when I took it off, I see tint scratches around the phone. Is it just me or are others are experiencing the same thing?
Thanks for your input guys.
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You'll have this with any chrome-like finish on a phone unfortunately. I've got iphones, an ipad and three android devices, all with chrome bezels and all with fine swirls and scratches...
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Happened with note 1 so this time around I put best skins ever wrap around it before putting it in the case.
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Yup -- it is what it is.
Mine scratches easily and has flaked off in some spots like near the head phone jack.
I didn't bother with skins I figured after the glue hardened it would pull the paint off anyways if I tried to remove it so I don't see the point.
Cases are enough for me as I can't see it anyways with one on.
Stop worrying, it will happen some way or another and enjoy your great phone!
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Mine scratches easily and has flaked off in some spots like near the head phone jack.
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On my previous phone (an Infuse), I had cracked chrome near the micro-USB jack. But my Note 2, after almost three months so far, with no case, has no scratches on either the glass or the chrome.
I belive it is in the design. Samsung intended it to be soft plastic in order to absorb shock. So any lil bump can nic the paint off.
I put my Skinomi on as soon as I got it. Sooo, hopefully not.
Yea mine has a few battle scars. I wish that samsung would up their build quality a bit. Coming from an HTC Inspire (Milled Aluminum Body) the cheap plasticy feel was quite a shock. But overall I love the phone and eventually got over all the plastic.
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hi end watches with precious metal get scratches too let alone plastic chrome on gn2, just enjoy using it
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