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So I've barely had my first android phone for a week and its already slipped out of my hands and into hard concrete. The result is that I have some ugly dents on the silver ring that surrounds the phone. I have the marble white version, Any idea if I can find a replacement for it? Either I'm putting in the wrong search terms or I there are none available on the internet. I'm feeling really bad right about now
I have the same issue,, I hope someone help us :s
I cant help with the bezel but I can HIGH recommend you two buying a case since you have already dropped and dented the phone... Preferably a TPU one that will cover all edges.
alcom4x said:
So I've barely had my first android phone for a week and its already slipped out of my hands and into hard concrete. The result is that I have some ugly dents on the silver ring that surrounds the phone. I have the marble white version, Any idea if I can find a replacement for it? Either I'm putting in the wrong search terms or I there are none available on the internet. I'm feeling really bad right about now
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pretty sure there aren't any until a Chinese knockoff reseller (cnn.cn or etc) makes one. even at that, you'd have to take apart the phone.
Wond3r said:
I cant help with the bezel but I can HIGH recommend you two buying a case since you have already dropped and dented the phone... Preferably a TPU one that will cover all edges.
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I bought a Case-Mate one,,
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I found the bezel in ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-HOUSING...753897?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20c7114f69
Not sure if I should get one
Hum, you do realize that's quite a bit of work to change that part, right ? (besides the fact that you void the warranty)
A guy made an almost complete video showing how to disassemble the device. I'm saying almost because at the end he explains the screen is heat sealed with the frame (the one you found on eBay) :
http://youtu.be/eo93EF7rVIw?t=9m27s (timing is included in the link)
You need to un-seal the two parts with heat.
So to resume, changing the bezel is as complex as changing the screen, or even more complex since you can buy screens already sealed with frames (but I suppose you don't want to pay 300$ just for bezel replacement ). Meaning this is surely the most complex piece replacement on the Galaxy S III ...
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I bought a Case-Mate one,,
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You mean the ones that dont cover the entire edges?
My point exactly. Thats why I recommend a TPU case.
Also the case will cover the dent and you dont have to worry about it anymore.
No point disassembling the entire phone and probably voiding your warranty for a dent.
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Hum, you do realize that's quite a bit of work to change that part, right ? (besides the fact that you void the warranty)
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So to resume, changing the bezel is as complex as changing the screen, or even more complex since you can buy screens already sealed with frames (but I suppose you don't want to pay 300$ just for bezel replacement ). Meaning this is surely the most complex piece replacement on the Galaxy S III ...
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Guys, Nonepse is right about how complex of a job changing the bezel (it's actually the phone's frame) is. The same guy did a video on how to take part the frame/bezel that the LCD is stuck on with adhesive. It is NOT a pretty sight.
http://youtu.be/_70-W9JjVjg
There goes my dream of using the GS3 without a case and simply replacing the housing whenever I feel like it.
Try CNN.cn they usually have replacement parts
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It is the frame, seems like alot of work, and practically impossible to swap out without replacing the screen since they are glued together . Just get a nice case, you won't see much of the damage. I got at least a nick here and there when i dropped my phone when i first got it. Now I got full case and front tempered glass screen protector that hides most if it (besides the little crack still visible, but it doesn't bother me). http://i50.tinypic.com/xpqa03.jpg
+1, a lot of effort/cost to fix it....Just put a bumper case on it at this point.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=31340070&postcount=15
Got the same thing on my white Metro S3. Was looking into replacing the bezel/ frame until I saw that video. Just not worth it IMO.
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It is the frame, seems like alot of work, and practically impossible to swap out without replacing the screen since they are glued together . Just get a nice case, you won't see much of the damage. I got at least a nick here and there when i dropped my phone when i first got it. Now I got full case and front tempered glass screen protector that hides most if it (besides the little crack still visible, but it doesn't bother me). http://i50.tinypic.com/xpqa03.jpg
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Hi there,
May I know where did you get your case?
Cheers.
Your best bargain would be to get a TPU case off ebay!
nhc said:
Hi there,
May I know where did you get your case?
Cheers.
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Looks like a UAG case in white.
guys the truth is that its imposible to change only the bezel of the phone. why? because its imposible to remove the LCD withou braking it. the bezel is only $30 but if you brake the LCD (AMOLED) Screen its about $300 so just use a case.
when i bought my s3 it was black, and some of my friends drop it and the screen (gorilla cracked), i decided to buy the whole front part of the phone. i decided to change the color so now my S3 is Titanium 100%.
hypertek said:
It is the frame, seems like alot of work, and practically impossible to swap out without replacing the screen since they are glued together . Just get a nice case, you won't see much of the damage. I got at least a nick here and there when i dropped my phone when i first got it. Now I got full case and front tempered glass screen protector that hides most if it (besides the little crack still visible, but it doesn't bother me). http://i50.tinypic.com/xpqa03.jpg
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Whats the name of this case looks excellent!
I'd just get a really nice looking case if it's esthetics that you worry about.
Spendy said:
Whats the name of this case looks excellent!
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UAG it is...
I've had a white and now I have a grey one. On both of them I used some 220 grit sand paper and carefully sanded the cheap silver plastic off revealing a beautiful soft touch black plastic looks especially good on a white phone. I'll put some pictures of you want
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Hi everyone, I recently got the Xperia Z1 and I love it! I was looking for a good case to protect it, but there are so many that I'm not sure what to buy. Last week the phone accidentally fell to the floor because it was vibrating, luckily the phone is ok, but the front glass cracked and needs to be replaced. So now I'm looking for some good protection.
It would be great to hear your opinions about which protections do you think is best.
Thanks a lot for the help!
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Hi everyone, I recently got the Xperia Z1 and I love it! I was looking for a good case to protect it, but there are so many that I'm not sure what to buy. Last week the phone accidentally fell to the floor because it was vibrating, luckily the phone is ok, but the front glass cracked and needs to be replaced. So now I'm looking for some good protection.
It would be great to hear your opinions about which protections do you think is best.
Thanks a lot for the help!
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http://www.dsstyles.com/sony-xperia-z1-case
This website has many nice back covers
choose any according to your taste
matjav said:
the front glass cracked and needs to be replaced. So now I'm looking for some good protection.
Thanks a lot for the help!
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Get a tempered glass screen protector. And my friendly tip, tempered glass on front, a film back protector (on the back obviously) and then get a case the covers the WHOLE SIDE OF THE PHONE, INCLUDING the bottom and top parts. trust me. I had a case on and my phone still got a dent near the earphone jack when it fell on a very rough surface from chest height. If you want full protection for the sides and corners, get a case that wraps around the phone. maybe a bumper. The film protector and tempered glass will take care of the front and back.
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I use a Illumishield screen protector for the back, and a Alibaba Tempered Glass protector on the front (9H Hardness).
thanks for the tips! I'll look for a case and a tempered glass protector
I agree with mahalkosijoy.
Get a tempered glass for the front screen. Protective film for the back is optional. For me, it is much better to get a hard back cover like CapDase. Be mindful on the slot for the camera and flash when buying cases as this can affect your image like flashbleeds on the captured image.
thanks for all the help. I'm having a really bad time with this. I had to buy the replacement for the display+lcd on the web because nobody has it where I live, it was quite expensive. I took the phone to a technician to install it, and the screen seems to be failing, it turns on, all black, and some fine vertical lines. I contacted the seller, but he won't give me a new one, said warranty is void after you try to install it.
Really sad
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thanks for all the help. I'm having a really bad time with this. I had to buy the replacement for the display+lcd on the web because nobody has it where I live, it was quite expensive. I took the phone to a technician to install it, and the screen seems to be failing, it turns on, all black, and some fine vertical lines. I contacted the seller, but he won't give me a new one, said warranty is void after you try to install it.
Really sad
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I have never gone to such depth of z1, but something tells me that the lcd is not correctly connected
I thought the same, the lcd might not be connected properly, but I don't know about this, so I had to trust the technician. I sent the piece back and we'll see if I can get a replacement.
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I thought the same, the lcd might not be connected properly, but I don't know about this, so I had to trust the technician. I sent the piece back and we'll see if I can get a replacement.
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hope it gets resloved easily
wrong connectionsare possible, even if there is a bus cable
So I cracked my front glass under the bottom speaker exactly on the 8th day of owning my new pixel 2 xl :crying:
Thought about selling it as is but I would lose so much money also a screen replacement will set me back at least $200 without labor (Plus it's not available in my country)
I tried to look for a full coverage tempered glass screen protector that would cover this part (in black) but all the tempered glass screen protectors I could find do not cover the glass under the speaker
Last option I found was applying a Dbrand skin on the phone including the front glass that would cover that crack up but I have a few questions:
1. Would the Dbrand skin stick to the cracked part (there small missing pieces of glass that have fallen out)
2. Would removing the Dbrand front glass skin remove more glass from my phone
3. I thought about applying some transparent nail polish to the cracked part so it would hold the glass together so when I take off the skin the glass doesn't come out, good idea or stupid?
4. Should I apply the front Dbrand skin on top of a tempered glass screen protector (I read that it works) or should I apply it directly on the screen better?
I've attached 2 pictures of the cracked part so you can take a look
I really would appreciate all the help I can get as I am currently heartbroken for my new phone
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So I cracked my front glass under the bottom speaker exactly on the 8th day of owning my new pixel 2 xl :crying:
Thought about selling it as is but I would lose so much money also a screen replacement will set me back at least $200 without labor (Plus it's not available in my country)
I tried to look for a full coverage tempered glass screen protector that would cover this part (in black) but all the tempered glass screen protectors I could find do not cover the glass under the speaker
Last option I found was applying a Dbrand skin on the phone including the front glass that would cover that crack up but I have a few questions:
1. Would the Dbrand skin stick to the cracked part (there small missing pieces of glass that have fallen out)
2. Would removing the Dbrand front glass skin remove more glass from my phone
3. I thought about applying some transparent nail polish to the cracked part so it would hold the glass together so when I take off the skin the glass doesn't come out, good idea or stupid?
4. Should I apply the front Dbrand skin on top of a tempered glass screen protector (I read that it works) or should I apply it directly on the screen better?
I've attached 2 pictures of the cracked part so you can take a look
I really would appreciate all the help I can get as I am currently heartbroken for my new phone
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If you do not find a practical Dbrand solution, you could use a tiny pinpoint application of clear resin on the cracks to even things out.
Sad for this to happen.....
Sab3elbromba said:
So I cracked my front glass under the bottom speaker exactly on the 8th day of owning my new pixel 2 xl :crying:
Thought about selling it as is but I would lose so much money also a screen replacement will set me back at least $200 without labor (Plus it's not available in my country)
I tried to look for a full coverage tempered glass screen protector that would cover this part (in black) but all the tempered glass screen protectors I could find do not cover the glass under the speaker
Last option I found was applying a Dbrand skin on the phone including the front glass that would cover that crack up but I have a few questions:
1. Would the Dbrand skin stick to the cracked part (there small missing pieces of glass that have fallen out)
2. Would removing the Dbrand front glass skin remove more glass from my phone
3. I thought about applying some transparent nail polish to the cracked part so it would hold the glass together so when I take off the skin the glass doesn't come out, good idea or stupid?
4. Should I apply the front Dbrand skin on top of a tempered glass screen protector (I read that it works) or should I apply it directly on the screen better?
I've attached 2 pictures of the cracked part so you can take a look
I really would appreciate all the help I can get as I am currently heartbroken for my new phone
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Try invisishield, loca based screen protector
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pi...visshield-true-fit-adhesive-tempered-t3725161
siggey said:
Try invisishield, loca based screen protector
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pi...visshield-true-fit-adhesive-tempered-t3725161
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Doesn't cover the glass piece under the bottom speaker which is where the crack is
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Doesn't cover the glass piece under the bottom speaker which is where the crack is
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Yes but you can use the local glue to stop the crack and also provide protection to the glass
siggey said:
Yes but you can use the local glue to stop the crack and also provide protection to the glass
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I think a Dbrand skin would probably be best specially that it will cover up the crack completely for protection and so I don't see it and weep every time I pickup my phone
However covering the crack with Glue (I thought about transparent nail polish) is a good idea so when the skin comes off it doesn't take any more glass with it, do you have any ideas what I can use on the crack before applying the Dbrand skin?
UV loca glue...
The automatic correction transform it to local...
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Yes but you can use the local glue to stop the crack and also provide protection to the glass
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siggey said:
UV loca glue...
The automatic correction transform it to local...
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That's a great idea, I will give it a shot. Thanks!
michaelbsheldon said:
If you do not find a practical Dbrand solution, you could use a tiny pinpoint application of clear resin on the cracks to even things out.
Sad for this to happen.....
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What kind of resin should I use? I say this because I bought my Pixel 2 XL used for $300 and it has almost the same crack as the OP's pixel, but just on a much larger scale.
Here's the photo.
Could anyone give some advice on how to fill that patch up, as I don't really think that any kind of screen protector nor skin would ever help! Thanks a lot!
P.S.: the crack doesn't come up even a bit to the screen, so the POLED is safe and sound under the glass, but still, I hate that dust and water can get in so easily.
Plus, I had my Pixel for 3 months now, and the crack didn't make shards of glass fall out and the phone works flawlessly, apart from the Lost IP67 water & dust resistant rating.
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What kind of resin should I use? I say this because I bought my Pixel 2 XL used for $300 and it has almost the same crack as the OP's pixel, but just on a much larger scale.
Here's the photo.
Could anyone give some advice on how to fill that patch up, as I don't really think that any kind of screen protector nor skin would ever help! Thanks a lot!
P.S.: the crack doesn't come up even a bit to the screen, so the POLED is safe and sound under the glass, but still, I hate that dust and water can get in so easily.
Plus, I had my Pixel for 3 months now, and the crack didn't make shards of glass fall out and the phone works flawlessly, apart from the Lost IP67 water & dust resistant rating.
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Clear jeweler's resin like this should work good: https://www.amazon.com/Environmental-Technology-02004-EnviroTex-Jewelry/dp/B007PZW60U The kind that mixes 2 clear liquids- resin and catalyst - will cure as hard as stone and stay clear.
MrMagicPotato said:
What kind of resin should I use? I say this because I bought my Pixel 2 XL used for $300 and it has almost the same crack as the OP's pixel, but just on a much larger scale.
Here's the photo.
Could anyone give some advice on how to fill that patch up, as I don't really think that any kind of screen protector nor skin would ever help! Thanks a lot!
P.S.: the crack doesn't come up even a bit to the screen, so the POLED is safe and sound under the glass, but still, I hate that dust and water can get in so easily.
Plus, I had my Pixel for 3 months now, and the crack didn't make shards of glass fall out and the phone works flawlessly, apart from the Lost IP67 water & dust resistant rating.
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In my case I intend to cover up the crack with a Dbrand skin on the glass, my worry is that the glass will come out when I take the skin off so I just wanted something to hold it together, if this your case too then I suggest you try what I will in couple of days: Sugru
I tweeted my problem to ifixit and they were kind enough to reply with the suggestion to use sugru to hold the glass together : https://twitter.com/Sab3elbromba/status/1028976749873430528
When I did a little googling I found this: https://lifehacker.com/patch-your-broken-smartphone-screen-with-sugru-1440578257
It's not the prettiest thing in the world but I don't care as I will cover it up with a Dbrand skin anyways
I hope that was helpful and sorry for what happened
Sab3elbromba said:
So I cracked my front glass under the bottom speaker exactly on the 8th day of owning my new pixel 2 xl :crying:
Thought about selling it as is but I would lose so much money also a screen replacement will set me back at least $200 without labor (Plus it's not available in my country)
I tried to look for a full coverage tempered glass screen protector that would cover this part (in black) but all the tempered glass screen protectors I could find do not cover the glass under the speaker
Last option I found was applying a Dbrand skin on the phone including the front glass that would cover that crack up but I have a few questions:
1. Would the Dbrand skin stick to the cracked part (there small missing pieces of glass that have fallen out)
2. Would removing the Dbrand front glass skin remove more glass from my phone
3. I thought about applying some transparent nail polish to the cracked part so it would hold the glass together so when I take off the skin the glass doesn't come out, good idea or stupid?
4. Should I apply the front Dbrand skin on top of a tempered glass screen protector (I read that it works) or should I apply it directly on the screen better?
I've attached 2 pictures of the cracked part so you can take a look
I really would appreciate all the help I can get as I am currently heartbroken for my new phone
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Use a CAR WINDSHIELD REPAIR KIT. It should be able to make that chip nearly invisible, and will also hold the glass together so it doesn't get any worse.
if you bought it with a credit card, it probably has accidental damage protection for the first 30 or 90 days
96carboard said:
Use a CAR WINDSHIELD REPAIR KIT. It should be able to make that chip nearly invisible, and will also hold the glass together so it doesn't get any worse.
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How about LOCA Glue? (LOCA stands for liquid optically clear adhesive)
It is used by most manufacturerers for their smartphones screens, to attach the glass to the lower OLED stratum specifically because it's completely invisible as the name implies.
I fear that the car windshield repair kit is going to disrupt the screen and penetrate too deep with the pressure applied to fill cracks. How do you feel about it?
Could you give me some pieces of advice for using it the best way? Thanks a lot for the support! @Sab3elbromba @96carboard
Yeah cracked the top of mine yesterday. Stubborn me wasn't using a case. I'm gonna save up and just get it replaced. Was thinking about getting a Pixel 3 this year...guess not.
Not saying this is the right thing to do or that it will 100% work but, it for for sure a possibility.
1. Burn in the screen and RMA claiming a screen burn in.
2. Make something look defective and RMA it
3. Replace the screen yourself
Not suggesting any of these just listing options.
MitchellArtz said:
Not saying this is the right thing to do or that it will 100% work but, it for for sure a possibility.
1. Burn in the screen and RMA claiming a screen burn in.
2. Make something look defective and RMA it
3. Replace the screen yourself
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1.fraud
2.fraud
3.good idea about 140 bucks or so
4.if in the USA ubreakifix will repair it for 219.99 and you will still have a warranty.
fiffan86 said:
1.fraud
2.fraud
3.good idea about 140 bucks or so
4.if in the USA ubreakifix will repair it for 219.99 and you will still have a warranty.
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I wasn't suggesting 1 and 2. I was just listing options
I'm really disappointed in the fragility of the glass around the speaker grilles. My cousin dropped his Pixel 2 XL with a Speck Presidio Grip case on, landing back first, and the glass around the top speaker cracked and spread a bit to the screen; even a chunk of glass fell out. From drop tests online, this area appears to break very easily. Why can't Samsung make Pixels? When comparing the Note 8 and Pixel 2 XL side by side, the screen on the 2 XL feels hollow and less reinforced. Google really should do what Motorola used to and offer one free replacement for accidental breakage.
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I'm really disappointed in the fragility of the glass around the speaker grilles. My cousin dropped his Pixel 2 XL with a Speck Presidio Grip case on, landing back first, and the glass around the top speaker cracked and spread a bit to the screen; even a chunk of glass fell out. From drop tests online, this area appears to break very easily. Why can't Samsung make Pixels? When comparing the Note 8 and Pixel 2 XL side by side, the screen on the 2 XL feels hollow and less reinforced. Google really should do what Motorola used to and offer one free replacement for accidental breakage.
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Samsung is in direct competition with Google.
Just imagine if Samsung hardware got optimized directly by Google software. Wow. A Note 9 running pure Google's made Android. A dream.
Hi all, Has anyone scratched the plastic body on the 3a yet? I know there is a video from JerryRigEverything but I normally don't draw on the back of my phones with sharp tools. This is more of a real world question. Has anyone dropped their's by accident? Or has the phone slid across a rough surface? How does it look afterwards.? Thank you for reading.
Yes, I know using a case is ideal but I normally ditch the case after the phone is a few months old. I also have a tempered glass on it considering some folks say it is inferior to Gorilla Glass.
minhtluu said:
Hi all, Has anyone scratched the plastic body on the 3a yet? I know there is a video from JerryRigEverything but I normally don't draw on the back of my phones with sharp devices. This is more of a real world question. Has anyone dropped their's by accident? But stuff like this does happen so I'm asking. How does it look afterwards.? Thank you for reading and/or responding.
Yes, I know using a case is ideal but I normally ditch the case after the phone is a few months old. I also have a tempered glass on it considering some folks say it is inferior to Gorilla Glass. Most of my phones with Gorilla Glass always get scratched.
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I have mine in a case so havent had any issues. But if your gorilla glass always gets scratched im assuming from not using a screen protector, then why do u even care if the plastic gets scratchex?
I run a glad screen protector and case. I'm too hard on my phones to go unprotected.
Unstroofy said:
I have mine in a case so havent had any issues. But if your gorilla glass always gets scratched im assuming from not using a screen protector, then why do u even care if the plastic gets scratchex?
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It’s Dragontail glass, not gorilla glass.
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I also have a tempered glass on it considering some folks say it is inferior to Gorilla Glass.
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Same hardness, scores lower on bend testing. In other words you'll be ok without the protector or more accurately as ok as you would be with the gorilla.
wpghtc said:
It’s Dragontail glass, not gorilla glass.
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It you read the quoted post. He always removes his cases meaning scratches. So before you quote the obvious hes probably had phones that were gorrilla glass.
I do care about the plastic back getting scratched. This is why I asked the question. I also started to care about the screen this is why I have a tempered glass protector this time around. I bought one off of Amazon for 5 bucks and it has been great (Covers the entire screen and has black boarders. I bought another one with the cutouts but didn't like it as much.).
You're right, I did not use a screen protector on my other phones with Gorilla Glass (Oneplus 5T, Nexus 6p). I haven't had a plastic phone in a long time so I'm just curious about scratches...if anyone has any.
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I do care about the plastic back getting scratched. This is why I asked the question. I also started to care about the screen this is why I have a tempered glass protector this time around. I bought one off of Amazon for 5 bucks and it has been great (Covers the entire screen and has black boarders. I bought another one with the cutouts but didn't like it as much.).
You're right, I did not use a screen protector on my other phones with Gorilla Glass (Oneplus 5T, Nexus 6p). I haven't had a plastic phone in a long time so I'm just curious about scratches...if anyone has any.
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Buy a case buy a screen protector it will scratch over time.
Thanks. I got both. I'm still curious how bad the real life scratches look. Anyone not using a case or skin and has scratches, I would love to see pictures. I couldn't find any scratch test videos on youtube so this is why I'm asking.
If no one has any, no biggie. This thread can be deleted.
Oh no, not much activity around here, if the thread got deleted that would significantly reduce the total body of knowledge in the 3a sub sections of the forum!
krabman said:
Oh no, not much activity around here, if the thread got deleted that would significantly reduce the total body of knowledge in the 3a sub sections of the forum!
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I didnt want to use a case with this as i actually enjoy the feel of the phone and think its pretty premium! Unfortunately it did slide out of my pocket getting out of the car early on and landed on concrete. The screen has no marks and held up well however on the side there were two small chips of the plastic that annoy my ocd brain but to be honest they have smoothed out over time and made it easier for me to accept there may be other small imperfections over time.
Im generally careful with the phone but its not gained any scratches on the plastic body since bought at launch :good:
Im very impressed with it and its the first phone in a long time ive enjoyed using.
I did try a Spigen clear case but it felt horrible to me so i only use it for nights out etc when i may be less careful.
Hope this helps!
the first 3A XL I purchased from Best buy, I did not have a case on it. I own the phone for about a week before returning it and I did somehow chip off some of the black on the back of the case. When it was not in my pocket it was in my hand being used. I never dropped this device, but somehow it seemed like some of the paint just flaked off. I returned it because the warranty through Best buy was bogus and I bought the device through my carrier, Google Fi. I've used this device for almost 2 weeks with no case and no problems so far. I just put a rhino shield case on it.
My original defected Pixel, just a few weeks without a case or screen protector looked horrible.. I never dropped it on the ground, but just falling from the dash to the floor of truck, it took a beating.. First phone I had that scratched as easy as this one.. Now new phone, has a case, and screen protector.
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the first 3A XL I purchased from Best buy, I did not have a case on it. I own the phone for about a week before returning it and I did somehow chip off some of the black on the back of the case. When it was not in my pocket it was in my hand being used. I never dropped this device, but somehow it seemed like some of the paint just flaked off. I returned it because the warranty through Best buy was bogus and I bought the device through my carrier, Google Fi. I've used this device for almost 2 weeks with no case and no problems so far. I just put a rhino shield case on it.
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Every Pixel I've ever seen has that paint chipping problem. I've seen it on every number. Personally bought a Pixel XL OG last summer to use for a month or 2 and the back was so chipped I genuinely thought that it had been roughed up or something. Nope just ****ty paint chipped off from being hot and the metal showing behind it. Most likey from being in case. So far hasn't happened to my 3A yet.
This is plastic not metal. Grab a dbrand or xtremeskin and put in a tpu case should be fine
had my glass screen protector crack on edge from something pressed against it, tool in my pocket with phone. the plastic body has a slight nick on the edge by the display. No crack on the actual display itself. I'm happy.
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I've gotta ask, does anyone crack their rear glass constantly? It doesn't matter case, no case, I order a new back glass every Friday because I crack mine once a week. I'm not being rough or even dropping it. I still have my original screen and I've owned the phone almost a year!!! It's freakin ridiculous! I love the phone, but what's up with this paper mache' rear glass?
Hi you do something wrong I assume
Never cracked the backglas once
The spigen cover is well made and not too thick, dropped the phone several times nothing happened
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Ha...same as you. I'm pretty good handling my stuff but I have cracked mine 3 times. I always have a case on and it doesn't matter. I'm getting good at replacing it.
Aftermarket glass for most phones is just ordinary glass, thus quite easy to shatter. Either get a case or find original glass (salvaged from dead phone). Sometimes you can find even plastic aftermarket "glass" (makes phone lighter and back-shatter-free, but looks like meh).
I use spigen rugged case. I have never cracked any glass while spigen is on, any phone. Hundreds of drops across multiple devices. I finally cracked a 7TP5G screen when I took the case off to fit my Gamesir F4 Falcon triggers. They don't fit over cases. Instead of playing without a case again, I trimmed plastic out of the triggers to make it fit the phone with a case. So far I've been lucky. No breaks yet
What cases are you using? Are you getting new glass from OnePlus or aftermarket?
I use bundled case, no cracks so far, 1 year and 2 months. Great case.
Ive got a Ringke case and ive used factory and aftermrket. Like i said, Ive never cracked the front, never dropped it for that matter, this happens in my front pocket, layingit on the table, its happened a bunch of different ways.
Using Supcase and never had any issues....
Using ringke x fusion case, never had an issue.
Which case are you using?
Weird, since there is one other guy that experiences the same problem, I know its not just me. I guess we'll see if anyone else is experiencing it.
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Weird, since there is one other guy that experiences the same problem, I know its not just me. I guess we'll see if anyone else is experiencing it.
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You use the factory seal?
Is the frame straight and level?
Any pressure points?
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You use the factory seal?
Is the frame straight and level?
Any pressure points?
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I've been an auto collision tech for 37 years, so fixing stuff is my thing. I've checked numerous times, it is straight and level. The glass comes as a single piece with the 2-sided tape already applied. It's not rocket science, razor blade to remove the old one, clean up any tape residue, line it up and lay it down. Hell, I've been replacing digitizers since eclair!
mustangtim49 said:
I've gotta ask, does anyone crack their rear glass constantly? It doesn't matter case, no case, I order a new back glass every Friday because I crack mine once a week. I'm not being rough or even dropping it. I still have my original screen and I've owned the phone almost a year!!! It's freakin ridiculous! I love the phone, but what's up with this paper mache' rear glass?
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I'm not using case on my 9 pro and I didn't cracked anything for now
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I've been an auto collision tech for 37 years, so fixing stuff is my thing. I've checked numerous times, it is straight and level. The glass comes as a single piece with the 2-sided tape already applied. It's not rocket science, razor blade to remove the old one, clean up any tape residue, line it up and lay it down. Hell, I've been replacing digitizers since eclair!
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lol..eclair! I agree it's not like it's that difficult. I'm a little OCD so I know it's being but on straight.
well i have tried to be more careful with these phones since I know there is glass on the back etc. unlike the V20's we used to run. Those were pretty freakin rock solid with UAG cases on them and I've been a UAG bigot for years. But a review I saw on flimflamazon of a UAG case for the Oneplus 9 Pro showed the phone it was in cracked all to shizz from dropping it and a horror story to go along with, so I didn't bother with a UAG. Tried one other that looked heavy duty, a 2-piece snap together puzzle piece thing but it was a joke.
Ultimately settled on a Spigen Tough Armor. It is not a heavy as the UAG's I used to use but it works well and thus far, about 8 months into these phones, it has protected my phone well. Including a couple of drops. It also works with the OnePlus 50W Warp wireless charger, although I do sometimes "lose connection" (blinks red til you remove and replace) on mine. My wife's with same case doesn't ever do that on her Warp charger. *shrug*
EDIT PS: This case also works very well with the Whitestone tempered glass screen protector kit
I just got another replacement glass Friday, put it on yesterday, woke up this morning and by the time I was about to get on my motorcycle to leave for work my back glass was cracked AGAIN!
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I just got another replacement glass Friday, put it on yesterday, woke up this morning and by the time I was about to get on my motorcycle to leave for work my back glass was cracked AGAIN!
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Had mine over a year and has not cracked yet even after dropping several times. But I do have it in a hard rubber case kinda thin one
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I just got another replacement glass Friday, put it on yesterday, woke up this morning and by the time I was about to get on my motorcycle to leave for work my back glass was cracked AGAIN!
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Probably excessive frame flexing*. This doesn't seem to be a problem for most users (Google search it). Maybe a defect in the frame or replacement parts...
I never carry or place my N10+ in my front or rear pockets! I use the thigh cargo pocket in my bdu pants instead. No damage in over 3 years and it doesn't fall out. Vest pockets can work but more it's likely to fall out.
*it's also possible that something internally isn't fasten to specs. This includes the battery. Maybe missing adhesive pads, glue, screws... something.
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I just got another replacement glass Friday, put it on yesterday, woke up this morning and by the time I was about to get on my motorcycle to leave for work my back glass was cracked AGAIN!
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Sounds like someone casted dark magic on your phone. Could be possessed too. Better call an exorcist.
I'm starting to think it's a temperature thing, like with the nexus 4. I didn't touch my phone all night, it pretty much cracked on its own. I do believe it's cracking in the same place, I'm gonna order like my 20th rear glass and really check out that area of the phone.