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I bought my Excalibur...erm Dash Used over the summer for $90. $10 more would have gotten me a brand new Black. but oh well
Anyways my phone looks to have been through hell and back.
A gouge in the touch pad & screen...
Over all the case is beat to hell. (the rubber is actually come off as has the chrome)
but its just an Example of the tough HTC Guts
But i want to make it look nice and replace the screen and case but its gonna be like 40-60 on EvilBay and then im scared imma break it like i did the first I-pod i took apart.
Though now ive repaird upwards of 10 I-pods(classic and Nano) with only 1 fatality.....i just dont want to screw it up...
So XDA, Is it worth making it look nice?
And does anyone know where i can find cheap (NEW) parts?
Vonrottes said:
I bought my Excalibur...erm Dash Used over the summer for $90. $10 more would have gotten me a brand new Black. but oh well
Anyways my phone looks to have been through hell and back.
A gouge in the touch pad & screen...
Over all the case is beat to hell. (the rubber is actually come off as has the chrome)
but its just an Example of the tough HTC Guts
But i want to make it look nice and replace the screen and case but its gonna be like 40-60 on EvilBay and then im scared imma break it like i did the first I-pod i took apart.
Though now ive repaird upwards of 10 I-pods(classic and Nano) with only 1 fatality.....i just dont want to screw it up...
So XDA, Is it worth making it look nice?
And does anyone know where i can find cheap (NEW) parts?
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LoL...from Hell and Back...Lol...used by satan himself....lol...sorry but I can imagine your phone right now.
Ebay has good options, do a little bit of search in the forum...I remember Stylez (Mod form this Forum) recomended other sites....but Ebay is a good choice and you can find cheap things for your dash.
There are alot of companys http://www.google.co.uk/#hl=en&q=HTC+Dash+housing&meta=&aq=f&oq=&fp=408428c3d949fea1 especially in America but i'd check out Ebay as it's comparative and can be cheaper, i think the cheapest on Ebay when i was looking was about £29 so converted to aprx $65'ish
guide to take apart the excalibur
Luckily i found a few places that carry the full case for <30
Probably going with the T-bay one though
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...ff71d2f&itemid=130302529858&ff4=263602_263622
The other sites have bad reviews on quality and being counterfeit
Gotta wait till next week to get it...mom spent more then she expected on a New T-mobile Tap & Samsund Behold yesterday signing a new contract.
Hah and i dropped it for the second time monday....i jumped a privacy fence and it fell out of my pocket...now it REALLY looks like hell
don't know if anyone has seen the case that charges the evo.
http://www.engadget.com/photos/htc-evo-4g-to-get-boatload-of-accessories-in-sprint-stores#2883258
upper right corner. i spoke to a sprint rep today apparently it's an after launch item for sure. and sprint might not even carry it initially may be exclusively through htc online for first couple months.
did you notice the back cover below it has an apple in the middle of it... Just thought it was kinda funny. Im holdin out for powermat to come out with there induction batteries.
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don't know if anyone has seen the case that charges the evo.
http://www.engadget.com/photos/htc-evo-4g-to-get-boatload-of-accessories-in-sprint-stores#2883258
upper right corner. i spoke to a sprint rep today apparently it's an after launch item for sure. and sprint might not even carry it initially may be exclusively through htc online for first couple months.
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Thanks I was actually looking for more information regarding this exact case. I totally overlooked it when I looked through that gallery. I was thinking about holding off for that case but may go with a normal pouch. I liked the fact that it seemed to be an all-in-one. Protects, Charges, Holster, and Kickstand. Based on the mock photo however I prefer the Evo's own kickstand as the clip being used as a stand defeats the point of placing it horizontally and it covers the default one. Also not sure whats going to charge the phone, I'm assuming a powermat though as sprint sells them in store. Guess I'll have to wait for more information on it.
i think its more like a battery case like the one for the iphone
widjit said:
did you notice the back cover below it has an apple in the middle of it... Just thought it was kinda funny. Im holdin out for powermat to come out with there induction batteries.
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god i hope so, that would be so nice
i'm sure it is it says "htc battery charging case with hostler" no kickstand if u use it though so yeah....
I had one of those cases for my iPhone. Probably made by the same folks...looks exactly the same...4 blue LEDs and all...
http://www.mophie.com/product-p/1059_jpa-ip3g-blk.htm
should be availible in the next month or so
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I had one of those cases for my iPhone. Probably made by the same folks...looks exactly the same...4 blue LEDs and all...
http://www.mophie.com/product-p/1059_jpa-ip3g-blk.htm
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I spoke with Mophie regarding a product for the EVO and they replied they make cases for Apple products exclusively and have no plans to enter other markets.
hey there might actually be a white evo, if you look at the charging case it's whit. not talking about the apple looking one but the one above it.
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hey there might actually be a white evo, if you look at the charging case it's whit. not talking about the apple looking one but the one above it.
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That was actually the prototype version of the Evo. It originally had a satin silver speaker grill around the camera and rear speaker however in the final release the removed it and went with the solidblack with peaking red backing instead.
What a bunch of a$$hats
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I spoke with Mophie regarding a product for the EVO and they replied they make cases for Apple products exclusively and have no plans to enter other markets.
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What a great business decision. Align yourself with a single company, of course, that company has 4% of the marketshare on a carrier that blows monkey chunks, but hey, those that buy it are about as technologically clueless as most Luddites.
One more reason to never go apple.
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What a great business decision. Align yourself with a single company, of course, that company has 4% of the marketshare on a carrier that blows monkey chunks, but hey, those that buy it are about as technologically clueless as most Luddites.
One more reason to never go apple.
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As much as I hate it, It's not a completely boneheaded business decision. I mean, the iPhone is the largest single form-factor market. I'm pretty sure there will be plenty of new options soon. This is after all, Sprint's follow up to their last two "iphone killers" the instinct and the Pre. The EVO sold 3x more the first day than those two sold combined in their first weekend. You can't really blame them for taking a "wait and see" approach to preparing accessories.
Now that the EVO is a proven success (and a success with very little packed in the box) I'm sure they will be working quickly to supply the market.
I mean, my last phone, the vogue, came with a case, an AC charger, data cable, headphones, screen protection, dongles galore, extra stylus, etc. The instinct came with all that plus an extra battery.
I was wondering about all the reviews *****ing about no HDMI cable -- the EVO didn't even include headphones! The aftermarket for this phone will be very big. Eventually. Still not iPhone big, but big.
i really really want this case, i hope some info on it comes soon, seems like a wicked good case.
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As much as I hate it, It's not a completely boneheaded business decision. I mean, the iPhone is the largest single form-factor market. I'm pretty sure there will be plenty of new options soon. This is after all, Sprint's follow up to their last two "iphone killers" the instinct and the Pre. The EVO sold 3x more the first day than those two sold combined in their first weekend. You can't really blame them for taking a "wait and see" approach to preparing accessories.
Now that the EVO is a proven success (and a success with very little packed in the box) I'm sure they will be working quickly to supply the market.
I mean, my last phone, the vogue, came with a case, an AC charger, data cable, headphones, screen protection, dongles galore, extra stylus, etc. The instinct came with all that plus an extra battery.
I was wondering about all the reviews *****ing about no HDMI cable -- the EVO didn't even include headphones! The aftermarket for this phone will be very big. Eventually. Still not iPhone big, but big.
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You do know that Sprint just admitted that they may have "overestimated" those sales figures on the first day right?
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don't know if anyone has seen the case that charges the evo.
http://www.engadget.com/photos/htc-evo-4g-to-get-boatload-of-accessories-in-sprint-stores#2883258
upper right corner. i spoke to a sprint rep today apparently it's an after launch item for sure. and sprint might not even carry it initially may be exclusively through htc online for first couple months.
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I really hope this case comes out, we need something like this considering the horrid battery life (*plugs phone in to finish post) of the evo.
monkeefied said:
I really hope this case comes out, we need something like this considering the horrid battery life (*plugs phone in to finish post) of the evo.
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did you check to see if your on gsm auto. And make sure friend stream is off. Also turn thing s off as you don't need them. Also overclock widget if u have root.
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Any word on this case....
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found this pic today when i searched for it
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found this pic today when i searched for it
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Looks fugly as hell, I actually like the slimness of the EVO w/o the girth.
I am looking for a successor to my Desire Z and as manufacturers do not release any new devices with a hard keyboard I am trying to find a solution to have a hard keyboard. I'd like to have an SGS 3 with keyboard. I had found this keyboard case for the Galaxy Note at Brando http:// shop.brando.com/samsung-galaxy-note-reclosable-fastener-case-with-bluetooth-keyboard_p7254c299d57.html. I have asked if they planned to release the same kind for the SGS 3 but it's not in their plans for the moment.
Are you aware of similar products or do you have any idea on how I could build my own slide-out keyboard on the phone or attached to an appropriate case ?
For the 2nd solution I would need to find a closing cover with right dimensions (needs to allow to be closed while phone and device are both inside; the case should be not too loose, I mean if I'm typing from the keyboard not laying on a desk I should be able to have a right angle to view the screen and the phone should stay firmly in place....) and I could attach the keyboard with a scratch.
Thanks for your advices.
I'm in the exact same boat. I want a higher spec phone, but I can't bare to leave my physical keyboard behind. It's just so much better than swype or whatever.
I had a friend who insisted on a a full keyboard coming from Blackberrys, back when he had a Motorola Droid. He upgraded to a Galaxy Nexus recently and has told me he couldn't believe why he was such a stickler for a keyboard. honestly I haven't found my typing to be any worse.
You really are going to be left behind if you expect high end hardware to have physical keyboards. The whole platform is moving away from physical buttons, best learn to adapt now, many people have wondered why Samsung gave the S3 a physical home button since the GNex went without.
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I had a friend who insisted on a a full keyboard coming from Blackberrys, back when he had a Motorola Droid. He upgraded to a Galaxy Nexus recently and has told me he couldn't believe why he was such a stickler for a keyboard. honestly I haven't found my typing to be any worse.
You really are going to be left behind if you expect high end hardware to have physical keyboards. The whole platform is moving away from physical buttons, best learn to adapt now, many people have wondered why Samsung gave the S3 a physical home button since the GNex went without.
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I love the home button, so glad S III has it. Love the tactile FEEL of it. Wish it had camera button too.
I have a Droid. I love its keyboard. I'd buy a keyboard case (like OP posted for Note above) if someone made it for S III.
Although the screen is big it makes on screen keys ok but I would still buy a keyboard case for S III. If someone makes one. There is a thread on this at AndroidCentral IIRC as well...will find a link later if I remember..
You could get an inexpensive micro bluetooth keyboard and keep it on hand, or get someone on etsy to make a case that both your phone and the keyboard would fit into. http://www.amazon.com/s/?field-keywords=micro+bluetooth+keyboard I've got that keyboard and just keep it in my bag.
There is a company called boxwave that has a keyboard "buddy" case for the iphone. I have contacted them and they say if they receive enough requests that they will create one. Request url is [colon]//www[dot]boxwave[dot]com/community/request/request_model.cfm.
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There is a company called boxwave that has a keyboard "buddy" case for the iphone. I have contacted them and they say if they receive enough requests that they will create one. Request url is [colon]//www[dot]boxwave[dot]com/community/request/request_model.cfm.
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This would probably be the best option TBH. I'm not a huge fan of a physical keyboard myself, but I see a lot of people not making the switch from RIM because of the lack of great Android hardware with this (primitive?) feature. I agree with the above poster in regards to the fact that the industry is moving away from physical buttons, in general. Even RIM tried multiple times to "dip their fingers" into touchscreen technology (see BlackBerry Storm or BlackBerry Torch) but (IMO) could not sell enough units to justify abandoning what has been successful for them for nearly the past decade. Of course manufacturers are seeing sales explode as they are producing thinner and thinner phones, simply because phones that have slim, aesthetically-pleasing design profiles are much more desirable for a multitude of reasons. I'm afraid to say that until a manufacturer can produce a device that is competitively thin and light I don't see physical keyboards remaining relevant for much longer.
However, to more directly address the topic of this thread, I don't think that any other "keyboard cases" will be seen for this phone, so you should probably try and request that the company in the quoted post create one. For one, as hinted to above, most people purchasing this device see its sleek profile as a major perk. Many people across multiple forums are discussing which cases are best and are looking for the following desirable attributes: thin with a lot of protection. Some will sacrifice their "1mm or less" requirement for a case that will survive a fall from a pocket or backpack, and these people (sometimes begrudgingly) purchase popular high-protection cases such as the Otterbox Commuter/Defender or Trident Aegis/Kraken. I believe that this is the only reason people would be willing to purchase thicker cases for this phone (or at least enough people for these companies to justify making cases that are purposely thicker). Additionally, these people are paying a premium because the manufacturing costs for making these thicker cases are certainly higher. If just having thicker, more protective materials are driving the costs of these cases above ~$25, how much would you assume the Bluetooth keyboard cases would cost? BoxWave charges $79.99 for their iPhone 4S version at the time of this post - a pretty hefty amount in a market where people are looking to eBay to purchase cases for under $10. It just doesn't make sense economically for companies to produce cases like this.
One might argue this point by using the existence of the BoxWave iPhone 4S model as proof that enough people will buy an expensive, thick case to make it happen for our comparatively slim phone. However, this defense would ignore the main reason why a physical keyboard is more (read: slightly) in demand for Apple's flagship device. When comparing the ease of typing on the iPhone 4S, which has a 3.5 inch screen, to that of the Galaxy S3, which has a 4.8 inch screen, their is no comparison. The larger screen real estate of our phone is vastly superior mainly due to the fact that the key size can be quite a bit larger. Also, one should consider the fact that Android keyboards can be changed quite readily and are becoming much easier to customize. It appears that anyone can find a keyboard that works for them, no matter their virtual typing style. Therefore, I don't imagine the demand being even close to similar.
That is just my two cents. I will request the case for you, but I honestly don't think that it will come to fruition for the aforementioned reasons. People are not looking for heavy, sturdy handsets anymore - they try to keep it simple and light. Keep in mind that Samsung was able to sell 10 million units in record time and the build quality does not even resemble that of stuggling manufacturers like HTC and Motorola.
Thank you. Requested. Please everyone let's join in on this request here...
Requested 1 myself. I've always missed the keyboard that my G1 had. Since the GS3 is fairly large, wonder if a track pad could be added onto the far right of the keyboard. I miss a trackpad/roller ball to move the cursor around for editing or whatnot.
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This
That is just my two cents. I will request the case for you, but I honestly don't think that it will come to fruition for the aforementioned reasons. People are not looking for heavy, sturdy handsets anymore - they try to keep it simple and light. Keep in mind that Samsung was able to sell 10 million units in record time and the build quality does not even resemble that of stuggling manufacturers like HTC and Motorola.
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Could you explain this part in other words i dont get it. Not your fault my english is not so advances
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htcsnap93 said:
Could you explain this part in other words i dont get it. Not your fault my english is not so advances
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He means even thought the S3 is actually pretty cheaply made (goddamn **** plastic like always), it sells like cocaine to a homeless drug addict. Even though Motorola, and HTC make far superior handsets build wise (trust me, I had the One X, best phone I've owned by far), they can't compete with Samsung.
Nowadays, thinner and lighter is better, and therefore buying a big, bulky keyboard case is silly if you think about it for such a thin and light device.
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He means even thought the S3 is actually pretty cheaply made (goddamn **** plastic like always), it sells like cocaine to a homeless drug addict. Even though Motorola, and HTC make far superior handsets build wise (trust me, I had the One X, best phone I've owned by far), they can't compete with Samsung.
Nowadays, thinner and lighter is better, and therefore buying a big, bulky keyboard case is silly if you think about it for such a thin and light device.
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This. Saved me some time explaining. Thanks, my friend. Love the metaphor :laugh:
A co-worker of mine has the Keyboard Buddy for his iPhone 4, and it's actually pretty nice. He said it takes a little getting used to, but once you have it, you can't go without it. The physical keyboard makes typing way easier, and if you're used to sending all emails/messages directly from your phone (i.e. crackberry users), then this is a must have if you have an iPhone 4.
Sorry, I got off on a little tangent talking about the keyboard case for iPhone 4, but I was just trying to illustrate how useful a keyboard case could be for the S3. So maybe for the casual everyday user, it's not as crucial. But if you're a more heavy duty/business type user, a decent keyboard case could make all the difference.
Also just my $0.02 =)
yes most people won't want one, sure. Some people DO want a real keyboard and are willing and ready to pay. I'd pay GOOD money for one. I hope this Buddy Case company makes one. Since S III is such a hugely popular phone. I think they'd for sure make a profit if they were to make Buddy Case for S III. Again...people looking to buy this have tried touchscreen keyboards and already decided they'd prefer a keyboard case. It's settled. We are not changing our mind. I have SwiftKey. Yes it's ok. But I'd prefer a good keyboard case.
Yay more "learn to do without" and "evolve" posts about physical keyboards.
As for the "thinner" excuse, the Nokia E7 was right in the ballpark at 13.6mm (say compared to the HTC EVO at it's 13mm, or the iPhone 3GS at 12.3mm but 4.3mm thicker than the iPhone4) too bad it just had a 600MHz CPU and Symbian.
I just had to chime in. We all know that those who prefer form over function (thinner vs keyboard) are the majority, but that doesn't mean we all like hearing those of us who prefer a physical keyboard are relics and need to "adapt/evolve" with the times or "deal with it."
Kinda does actually, companies cater to the masses. The masses being the "thinner, lighter, better" boat, while the "keyboard people" boat is way behind. Companies won't invest in something that won't sell well
If you guys really want a keyboard that bad, the S3 isn't for you. Its better to buy a phone with one already.
Sent from my sexy white Galaxy S3 on T-Mobile.
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Kinda does actually, companies cater to the masses. The masses being the "thinner, lighter, better" boat, while the "keyboard people" boat is way behind. Companies won't invest in something that won't sell well
If you guys really want a keyboard that bad, the S3 isn't for you. Its better to buy a phone with one already.
Sent from my sexy white Galaxy S3 on T-Mobile.
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agreed maybe you guys should keep a look out for the t-mobile relay 4g. smaller screen but hopefully same internals as the s3!
They made one already. http://shop.brando.com/Samsung-Gala...-with-Bluetooth-Keyboard_p07999c1420d057.html
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They made one already. http://shop.brando.com/Samsung-Gala...-with-Bluetooth-Keyboard_p07999c1420d057.html
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Eh. Meh.
I want a SLIDING case like the Case Buddy, but for our S III. With a nice solid sliding click that is beefy and satisfying, the the mechanism in the Droid series by Moto. I reeeeally miss the build quality and keyboard of my Droid 2.
I actually found one. I want to buy this. http://www.ele-boat.com/Details.asp?ID=1
But I can not figure out how to buy it?? Anyone else get one of these?
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Eh. Meh.
I want a SLIDING case like the Case Buddy, but for our S III. With a nice solid sliding click that is beefy and satisfying, the the mechanism in the Droid series by Moto. I reeeeally miss the build quality and keyboard of my Droid 2.
I actually found one. I want to buy this. http://www.ele-boat.com/Details.asp?ID=1
But I can not figure out how to buy it?? Anyone else get one of these?
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According to http://www.ele-boat.com/Contact.asp I believe you can set it up by emailing [email protected]
I was talking to a rep on monoprice (which I'm sure many of you know carry some nice cell accesories for extremely good prices) inquiring about htc one x accesories and he told me they were gearing up for a bunch of new GS3 stuff. Just a little FYI for you guys looking for cases, docks and screen protecters and such in the near future.
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I was talking to a rep on monoprice (which I'm sure many of you know carry some nice cell accesories for extremely good prices) inquiring about htc one x accesories and he told me they were gearing up for a bunch of new GS3 stuff. Just a little FYI for you guys looking for cases, docks and screen protecters and such in the near future.
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I love Monoprice... but they havent actually ever carried lots of cell phone accessories, so I am lost as to why you think their stock will be extensive. All I have ever seen are cheap chargers and screen protectors, not anything more than that.
I didn't mean to have it read that they were getting a huge selection. But a big group of droidx users (when it first came out) hit them with a bunch of requests for cases and stuff and they came back with about 10 different cases, a few screen protecters and two docks. I have them right here.
I'm not saying they're super high end, just if anyones looking for a cheap case or screen protecter and doesn't want to spend $15 on it then you'll be in luck
So today I got a package from HTC which was confusing being that I haven't ordered anything... Last time that happened was when I received the free USB type C cable that they sent to all the people who bought the 10... I had heard about that one though before it came so it wasn't a complete surprise, today however, totally unexpected.
I open the padded envelope and inside is a white envelope, with my name on it, then what looks like a black canvas bag, similar to the ones which people use for reusable grocery bags. It is all black and has the "uh oh" logo in bright green. Wrapped up in the bag, a case for the phone! It is a HTC "naked" style phone case, just crystal clear and very well fit. A perfect alternative to my ice view case for when you don't feel like you need the extra protection, like at home. This was like I said totally unexpected which made it that much cooler... I lOve HTC and I am SO GLAD that they did things right this year and pulled out of their slump. Things like this just show why they are such a better company than Samsung when it comes to customer experience. And guess what, along with that already awesome package of goodies, to try to persuade more people to give HTC a try, they also included, in the envelope, a coupon code that you can give to a friend ( or use yourself I imagine if you did it right), for $150 off if they (you) buy a 10.
Hope everyone is receiving their gifts and is as happy as I am about it, considering the company has now sent us two gifts for a purchase which we have already made is pretty unheard of in this category. :good: HTC! Thank you!
Wife & I just got green versions of the TPU case you described (LK).
Wife thinks they're neat. I think they're hideous. Interesting, that.
I am using it currently, however, as 1) it does go with the Halloween theme I'm using and 2) I'm having a hard time finding a case I like. (I returned the Incipio Octane and Spigen Slim Armour cases).
We are really liking this phone...which is really hard to put a case on since it looks and feels nice by itself...especially the red one.
How do I go by getting the case from htc, do I have to sign up?
I bought mine directly from HTC but I have never gotten any extra gifts. How do I get on that list?!
Can someone post a picture of the case?
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I bought mine directly from HTC but I have never gotten any extra gifts. How do I get on that list?!
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Seems like only those in the US( and possibly only those who pre-ordered) got the free gifts.
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I got the extra USB C cable for pre-ordering, but the bag / case came after I joined HTC Perks.