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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] NYConex:
where did you find it? ive been looking on ebay for one and cant find any.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jprocha101:
I barely ordered it. Its coming from Germany so it probably won't be here for a couple of weeks.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] divinewisdom:
can you post response once you hear from them.

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jprocha101:
I ordered mine here:

http://stores.ebay.com/rb-sale-s/GT-I9250-Bundle-/_i.html?_fsub=2975003017&_sid=58434007&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322

Here is the ChinaGadgetLand link:

http://www.chinagadgetland.com/middle-cover-for-samsung-galaxy-nexus-i9250-white-p-10006362.html

If you go with the ChinaGadgetLand middle part you can find just the battery cover on eBay:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Housing-Battery-Back-Cover-Door-For-Samsung-Galaxy-Nexus-i9250-White-repair-/130721135342?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e6f963aee#ht_1645wt_1163

Edit: The expensive German one says it includes the buttons, I can't speak for the Chinese one. The listing does not mention buttons.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TheMilkManz:
Will do
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xuanbao:
Even Though the buttons are included, its not worthed to buy from him (RB-Sale-s). He is raising the prices higher and higher 75 euro's is just insane.

For the chinese seller, I think the buttons are part of the housing, just the other ebay seller bought a wholesale that didn't include the volume buttons.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kms108:
A white glass version will never be available, even the nexus s had a white cover version, but still had the black glass, if you look around you can find a screen protector by mercury which covers the glass and is white.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cordell507:
I may just get one of these.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-Alumin...836139?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item256d32ce6b
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] trojjanhorse:
I got a hold of few white housings (about 20). Anyone interested in buying? PM me if so
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kms108:
please post some photos.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martinchavez90:
Just PM you bro
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Shftup:
interested, pm'd....pics please.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] redrapt0r:
How difficult is it to change the housing out? Does it require disassembling wires and some intricate soldering or simply some screws? If its the later, than count me in! I would KILL for a TRUE white housing. Im rocking an Istyles skin right now.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sway40:
gsm or lte???

~ Sent from my GNexus running Aokp~
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kms108:
Try searching through youtube, everything you need to know is there.

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without any photo's, no one is gonna buy any.

if you have them, any day now ebay should also have them, i'm sure it will be much cheaper.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] HashTagHell:
That's a given. I've searched high and low, and haven't found anything on white housings. I wouldn't mind buying one, but I'm definitely gonna need proof of possession.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] redrapt0r:
Here is a video of the take apart. Apparently I didnt search hard enough :P

Its INCREDIBLY easy, I wonder if the LTE variant is this easy...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sD6LRfJHSk
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] EVIL JIMMY:
Same boat here. I'll more than happily purchase for a reasonable price, but need pictures, and preferably shots of it on the phone, or next to the titanium!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kms108:
you can have a closer look at www.ifixit.com
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] trojjanhorse:
Thanks for the replies. I'll make sure to post pics and make a video changing mine. They are in the mail and I should get them in 3 days tops. I had to convince my supplier (middle man) to sell me them as they are directly from the factory who makes the housing for Galaxy Nexus. I have dealt with him for many years and he tells me if the unit is a copy or genuine, and in this case they are genuine.

I'm not really looking to make profit, this is just a hobby. I'm also looking at this as a way of giving back to xda. I'll be shipping them worldwide. Once I post the pics and vid, i'll manage a process where i could effectively have them shipped to whomever is interested after a paypal transaction (to keep it safe with the insurance).

Edit: Non-LTE, for GSM. Also I should have been more clearer on my last post. When I said "a hold of", I meant to say that I finally got a hold of them from my supplier and have paid for them to be shipped.

Also, how much do you all think is a fair price for the housing? (not including shipping). I'm not looking to make profit, but aside from being a full time med student and part time research, time is more of a value than anything here. I'm getting them for about $27CAD each after shipping and customs to have it on my doorsteps.

Lastly, to make things fair, once I do receive them and display proof and authenticity, PM me AFTER that post to reserve with your location and i'll PM you the shipping cost. If I run out, I'll order more.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] EVIL JIMMY:
Thanks for the reply! I'm definitely interested, PM'd!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] HashTagHell:
Sounds good. Hopefully everything will go smooth. As far as the price, I'll let someone else get involve in those politics.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Shftup:
excellent, Cant wait!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] redrapt0r:
Crossing fingers for the LTE variant to come in soon. If I could get that, as well as the fixed radio issues, than this phone will be perfect!!!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] diablonyc2:
Did anyone hear about a white extended battery cover for the GSM Gnex?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] EVIL JIMMY:
I haven't heard anything, but as long as the tabs line up, I'm going to just wrap my extended battery cover in white-carbon vinyl!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jprocha101:
Yeah I didn't see the Chinese one until after I won the bid on the expensive one. At least my winning bid was 20 euros cheaper than the buy it now price.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] divinewisdom:
If anyone still looking for the white housing:$27.60

http://www.dealrepairs.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-i9250-middle-cover-white_p2462.html

Battery door $8.50

http://www.dealrepairs.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-i9250-middle-cover-white_p2462.html

both for $36.10, not bad deal. I just ordered from them. Power buttons included, but no volume, from what I was told.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TheMilkManz:
Chinagadgetland does not include the volume and power buttons with their white housing
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xuanbao:
Ahhh that sucks, I emailed them earlier but seems I have the answer already. Thnx for letting us know. But I still dont get it, are those chinese ppl eating those buttons or something :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TheMilkManz:
Yeah :/ doesn't look bad with the titanium buttons on the white though. I'm still trying to find a vendor for the buttons...if anyone finds them please let me know!!!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] phositadc:
I actually love the look of the white housing with the grey buttons.

-Sent from my GSM Galaxy Nexus (RAScream+Trinity).-
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Jpac175:
exactly how easy is it to swap the body?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sarni84:
Very easy key is patience and taking your time. But yes very easy once all six screws are out. On another note....Man I ordered my white housing from that HK guy on the 25 th and it is still not here :( hopefully tomorrow
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nxt:
Welp, that didn't last long.

Was working on a a Ritall box and using my phone at the same time, I was kneeling/squating with my phone between my leg/waist.

I stood up and it fell screen side down on cement.

all four corners of the white housing is dented.

Screen is ok except for one tiny knick/chip on the bottom right.

Guess I'm going back to the grey housing and putting a case on again. :/
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sarni84:
Dude that sux! That bad? And u said it took 8 days for your case to come? Or housing and including weekends?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] divinewisdom:
You guys think Samsung will give grief for switching the case if we need warranty?

I know there is a sticker on top of the screws.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xuanbao:
Im heading Vietnam in a week, will try to visit some samsung service points, and hope to get some housing sets, or even white buttons.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xuanbao:
this middle cover does not come with Volume button and Power button,

and we clearly mention that there is no buttons comes with the cover at our product page,

since the parcel is on its way to you by air post,

we will appreciate you may kindly accept it as it is.

from chinagadgetland
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TheMilkManz:
I found a site in Europe that sells the buttons in white but its kinda pricey just for two buttons...

Products 9,81 EUR

Shipment 14,16 EUR

Total 23,97 EUR

That's about $30...but its there if you guys want it. Personally I'm sticking with my titanium buttons on white housing.

http://stellatech.com/samsung-gt-i9250-galaxy-nexus-volume-key-(white),a,en,812232.html

http://stellatech.com/samsung-gt-i9250-galaxy-nexus-power-key-(white),a,en,812233.html

BTW I just this morning finally got a response from chinagadgetland regarding shipping my housing. For future reference these guys aren't the best customer service. I hope the part itself is decent. Well see in 3-4 weeks :-/
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xuanbao:
I can get those buttons for 11,71 EUR inclusive shipping, but I think you are wrong, the 14,16 is inclusive shipping fur the States.

German Post Letter International

[+4.12 EUR]
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Ulver:
I just ordered one too. Came to around $80 with shipping. Kind of pricey, but I like the fact the white buttons are included.

Hopefully it doesn't take too long to get here. Now its time to order some guitar picks. Can anyone recommend any other tools that would make removing the housing easier?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] phonepersonality:
All you really need is a small screwdriver and a very thin piece of plastic with some strength to it.

And patience.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TheMilkManz:
I chose FedEx shipping that's why its a bit more...I copied the totals from the checkout page on their site
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] shibby80:
What's the difference in the GSM and cdma version or has anyone tried to use one on a sprint or Verizon model?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sway40:
Been discussed, they don't work on different carriers.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] aaronpaws:
So where's the best place to order the white middle and battery cover if I'm in the US and want the best deal. I'm okay with having the gray buttons if that matters.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] hullbay:
Would be awesome if someone could post their device with white housing and where they purchased it from. Possibly interested in finding one for toro.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kms108:
A few members have, you can search this forum for them.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] NYConex:
im seriously contemplating getting one of those expensive ones. i really want to get my nexus white and dont wanna do it without the buttons.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Ulver:
Yah I agree. I just bit the bullet and went with an expensive one so I can have the buttons. I want it to look stock.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cowmoos:
There is a listing on ebay right now for a whte housing if anyone is interested on purchasing.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xuanbao:
Is it yours? The housing is cracked near the power button. And another ebayer is trying to keep the price high :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cowmoos:
ksbtwi must

Nope its not mine and been searching for just the power button. There was another ebay seller a couple weeks ago that was selling just housings from china that I would recommend. He had plenty of them and probably post again on ebay.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
wondering if dealrepair come with power and volume?? how bour chinagadgetland??

really dont mind not having it but just wondering??
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TheMilkManz:
I ordered from chinagadgetland...no buttons :/
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
what the quality??? seem like chinagadgetland doesnt sell the white back cover,,did u get a white back cover...from where???
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TheMilkManz:
Its being shipped so I can't vouch for the quality yet...I bought the back cover off a eBay seller.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
If anyone was curious, I just received an email from a parts4repair rep saying they were out of stock on white housings and white battery covers. -_-

Glad I asked them why my order hadn't shipped.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
To those of you that have already replaced the housing, have you noted if it gets discolored after a while? Maybe yellowing or blue jean staining on them?

That's been a big turn off for me as to why I don't want to get a TPU case.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] farfromovin:
Why can't a white GSM extended cover come out lol. I'd love to switch to white, but the extended cover is a mandatory item for me unfortunately :-( I think the white looks real sharp!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
What's the seller's name?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xuanbao:
Ill wait till I have my white housing, and if the buttons bug me, ill close my eyes and buy those buttons. Too bad im leaving home for 6 weeks of vacation. Hopefully they sell the white housing in Vietnam, so I can install it directly. But post pics when you receive them please :)

Another thing, I had a chit chat with a sales manager of ChinaGadgetland, and managed to get some discount on my housing. So if there are many ppl who want to buy from them, ill try to get a discount coupon or something for XDA members.

Or you can try to email them yourselfs, since there is no profit intention, just want to help others.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TheMilkManz:
Will do. If they sell the buttons over there for a decent price would you mind picking up an extra set and I will buy them from you :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atlman28:
I've had my white housing and battery cover for about a month now. There is no yellowing or blue dye from my jeans on it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
Awesome! Thanks for the reply.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] aaronpaws:
So I bought the housing off ebay, it came with a spudger, but no screwdriver. Is a philips zero fine? That's what it said in the ifixit review, but I haven't been able to find anywhere else to confirm. Should i buy some guitar picks to help get the screen away from the housing? Anyone who's done it, what would you say is the easiest way to ensure the housing comes off smoothly, without damaging the screen?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] androidtoy09:
Did your order come with volume and power keys?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atlman28:
I have no idea about the screwdriver's size because mine came with the housing. You do not need the guitar picks. They may make it easier though. I did not use them. I just used the little tool they sent with the housing. Just take your time with it and don't force it. It will come off. Work the tool all the way around the screen a few times prying just slightly and it will come off.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
Well, parts4repair was nice enough to give me a refund, as they were out of both components.

I went ahead and bought one of the complete sets from rb-sale-s. Marked as shipped today, so we'll see how long it takes to get to Dallas.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Cheeze[iT]:
damn the $86 one? I'm tempted for white as well but not sure for that amount. or am i missing something?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Justjusten:
Has anyone thought about getting a white housing and using rit dye to change the color, thinking about doing this...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
I went ahead and ordered one from rb-sales on eBay. Package arrived at my house today and I'm out of town so I had my sister go open it for me. It looks like the housings that seller sells do indeed include white volume and power buttons. WAHOOOOO. When I'm back from Belize next week, I'll get some pics up for y'all.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
Yeah, I sniped one of the auctions and paid about $70 including shipping. Just really keen on the buttons and everything being part of the same set.

I do agree it's quite pricey, but I'm really keen on a uniform white look that won't get stained like a TPU case can.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Cheeze[iT]:
Hmm, true, but (not trying to start a fight or anything) wouldn't it be better to sell the phone for maybe 300-325 local and just pick up a brand new white one for $400?

I'm debating the two but leaning towards the buying/selling.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
Yeah, I think I was trying to justify the amount spent on the housing vs. my buying a case for the phone. I wasn't even really in the market for a GNex until the $350 price drop and debated buying one for a long time, lol.

I haven't seen any of the white ones going for that much, though. There was one on swappa that went for $315 or so, but I wasn't in the market at the time.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
Just go buy a Galaxy Nexus that is already White! C'mon, you guys knoooooooooooooooowwwwwwwww you want to! :good:

You are both right, it make the most logical sense to buy the device already in white. I'm lucky enough that I picked up my Nexus from a cool guy on Craigslist for $300 and scored the housing for $60 from rb-sales or whatever that guys name on eBay is.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
Lol, noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!

Plus, it's already too late. And I like having the option of switching back if I choose.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sarni84:
Yes I grabbed my housing froma guy in hong kong for 25 dollars with free shipping he said it didn't come with buttons so iI asked him if you had any extras plz ship them then I got the battery cover for 12 dollars from parts 4 repair with 4 dollar shipping 2 weeks later I have a full housing n cover for around 42 dollars ...must say I am very happy
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dogredwing1:
Why don't the white casing fit the lte Version
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
Because its Verizon... lol they have to make themselves different.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
I totally agree with your statement on being able to switch back and forth. Knowing me, I'll end up swapping the housing so often, I'll be able to do it while I'm sleeping.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
I believe the hardware fits differently, so it won't work.

If I had to guess why, I'd say because of different antennas being used, but I don't know for sure.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nxt:
This is why:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Ulver:
For the people that ordered from rb-sales and live in the US, how long did it take for you to get it?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] NYConex:
its been about a week and its not here yet for me. maybe next week?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jprocha101:
I ordered mine on 7/3 and it shipped on 7/4. So it has been 10 day and I have not received it yet.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] divinewisdom:
Ok so i just received my white middle housing and back cover from Dealrepairs. The middle housing isn't packaged as nice, there is a minor scratch on one of the side, barley noticeable, but a scratch non the less. The interior of the housing is dirty, not sure if dark spots, which can be wiped clean. The power button is included, but it looks like the volume button is removed, since the sticker holding it in place is there. No sticker on the camera lenses (inside or out). The battery door is nice and clean and matches up nicely.

overall I am satisfied with it, since the price is cheap. But from a quality perspective the German one has it beat, its shipped in an anti static plastic bag, all the sticker to cover the lenses, no scratches...et; but it'll cost $86
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Hessi93:
So where should I place a order if I want a complete housing, including the buttons?

Skickat från min Galaxy Nexus via Tapatalk 2
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Ulver:
I think your best bet would be to order from rb-sales.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BodegaBay:
I ordered mine last month and it arrived promptly within 7 calendar days from Germany to Nevada.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Hessi93:
Thanks, but that's way to expensive, ~ $90?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
If that's too much for you, then go search for the white phone housing on Google or eBay, buy the battery door on eBay for ~$30 or however cheap you can get it, and deal with not having white buttons. Also, buying components separately like that could lead to your battery door not fitting up to the housing. Sure you can spend less than everyone else did, but don't come posting in here because something doesn't sit flush.

You certainly get what you pay for when you by from rb-sale-s on eBay, quality.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] quahog_convo:
Oooh, I hope mine goes that quickly. Mine was marked as shipped last Tuesday.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
Just got back into town and I'm about to get everything swapped out on my Nexus. Here are some pictures before I get started, for those of you who are wondering what you exactly get when you order from rb-sale-s on eBay. As it has been mentioned before, everything is packaged nicely, bubble wrap and everything, plastic covering the entire housing and battery cover, as well as.... DA DA DA DAAAAAAA!!! (Zelda sound effect for when you open a treasure chest) VOLUME AND POWER BUTTONS!! I was glad to see such a quality housing and battery door. Refer to the pics below:

I will get more pics up when I get the housing on my Gnex and all that cool stuff.

I also thought I'd mention this idea, if there is enough people who are interested in purchasing housings, someone might want to start a group buy for these things so you aren't paying $70 a piece for these things.

UPDATE:

BOY OHHH BOY IS WHITE BEAUTIFUL!!! Got everything installed in about 10 minutes. Just remove the screws underneath the battery cover, and pull the housing away from the screen - no problemo. Everything fits nice and snug, not one creak or loose spot because something doesn't fit right; everything is perfect. No joke, it took me longer to send "****tay" pictures from my Blackberry to my Gnex than it did to actually swap the housing. Mechanics 1 - Technology 0

On to the pics: (again, sorry for the quality, corporate America doesn't give a h00t about a nice camera on your Blackberry)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] homesik_alien:
I'm interested
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DenizTurk:
I've been using my i9250 for a week with no cover. The white is still like new, housing and battery door. I bought it off ebay, separately. The housing came with only the power button, but I was planning on using the gray anyway.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
Updates with installed white housing on Galaxy Nexus, CLICK HERE. Scroll down on post to view the installed photos
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
Agreed on bidding vs Buy it Now, I saved a ton doing it that way. Honestly, there's no other way to go other than rb-sale-s
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BodegaBay:
Agreed. I wasn't going to dicker with buying two different places for two different parts plus look for the white buttons separately only to save $15~20. Just bought straight from rb-s and called it a day.

Btw, great pics. My experience was exactly as yours down to the install time.

I returned my HTC One X (due to the multitasking limitation) but loved the aesthetics, especially in white. Now I can have my cake and eat it too with stock Android, Jelly Bean, and the GNex in white. Looks even better without those capacitive button markings to mar the clean slate look.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
I've always had a soft spot for white phones and the Galaxy Note wasn't doing it for me so an upgrade was in order. Im on the same page about the clean slate, its great to have a clean solid screen.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] divinewisdom:
the clear case looks good. where did you order from? Can't seem to find any good ones.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ejleverett:
Will the housing from rb-sales-s fit the sprint gnex?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dnlsmy:
No.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slapshot591:
Yes, where did you get this clear case from, we must know IMMEDIATELY!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jprocha101:
They sell them on Amazon. Search for galaxy nexus clear tpu.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] matesims23:
Will the parts fit a verizon galaxy nexus?

Sent from my Droid RAZR Maxx