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[Galaxy S III Q&A, (US Carriers)] SiNJiN76:
Only file app that sees the external is the built in File Explorer that came with the phone. Using Root Explorer...and there is no external SD folder.

Titanium Backup shows the capacity of the external...but when trying to select it's default backup folder...the only option I have is the internal.

Any help on this?
[Galaxy S III Q&A, (US Carriers)] CZ Eddie:
Your problem is a little different than mine.

I couldn't find mine. It's moved.

It's now at /mnt/externalSD or something very similar to that.

Hopefully that's all it is for you?
[Galaxy S III Q&A, (US Carriers)] SiNJiN76:
Awesome...that was it. Thanks a bunch!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fhnguyen:
I have been in contact with SGP on the issue with the proximity sensor and heres a summary of what has been said:

"Hello *********,

We are in the process of creating new design at this moment.

If you want to get replacement with the new design, please check back with us after 7days to see if we have the new inventory.

We are sorry for the wait, and thank you for your understanding.

Peter"

So if you guys contact SGP (I contacted through Amazon), I'm sure y'all can get a replacement whenever the new design comes out. They were nice enough to send me a replacement with the design flaw, since I went through the original 2 I had trying to make a cutout.

It was good to see a company possibly make changes even though they said that there weren't many customers with the issue.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] crzycrkr:
What one did you have?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fhnguyen:
I had the Ultra Clear, and even then proximity didn't work :(
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] getitoutme2:
I put my Ultra Crystal on yesterday and the sensor has been working flawlessly. Huh. Curiouser and curiouser.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] sgt. slaughter:
Nice!

Guess ill shoot peter another email to see what the status of this is...

I was talking to him about them since release of device and he said there were not enough problems at that time to re-design it...always nice guy though as he offered replacements immediately.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] crzycrkr:
Yeah, it seems the Ultra Crystals are fine for the most part. The Matte ones are the problem.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fhnguyen:
Same for me, Peter is one cool dude!

Yeah I have the Ultra Crystal too, but its super finnicky when the sensor wants to work. I'm super OCD about bubbles and such and I have none in my 3 installations and yet none of the protectors could emulate having a naked screen. Although it will randomly work sometimes, its super annoying to have the screen turn off instantly when making a call and then clicking the power button multiple times to have it turn on and instantly off again. Crossing fingers here!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lacrossev:
i have the UC, and i tested the prox by making a call with and without the protector on in the dark. With the protector on it doesn't wake the screen but with it off it does. In a well lit room though it works because the light sensor triggers the screen on in that case, which i tested with my desk lamp, i would make the call then take it away from my face, and it wouldn't turn on until i exposed it to the light so ppl that think their sensor work, maybe try that to make sure.

I ended up making a cutout in my current protector but will contact them about the pack of 2 that i haven't opened yet thanks for the heads up.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] djscissorhands:
Keep us updated I've been holding off on ordering because of this issue.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] crzycrkr:
Interesting. I have them on 4 phones with no issues. I think some may be right that some proximity sensors are super sensitive.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] blumnday99:
Any idea how I can get in contact with Peter?

I sent an e-mail to SGP through their website, but they weren't too helpful.

I originally had the matte protector and was having problems so I ordered the ultra crystal through their Amazon store. I'd say it works 3/4 of the time, so still a little annoying.

Through their support on the website, they didn't offer to send me one with the cutout.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Kisakuku:
Send him an email through the Amazon order page.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] getitoutme2:
Alright, now. Just found this in my inbox :
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] djscissorhands:
Any update from SPG regarding a redesign for the screen protectors?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] blumnday99:
I received the updated design a few days ago (free of charge as a replacement for the old design). There is a rectangular cutout approximately 6 mm x 1 mm for the proximity sensor. No more issues since I've had it on.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] getitoutme2:
Same here. I actually received it on Saturday, but didn't put it on until yesterday. Looks great. Yup!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fhnguyen:
WHOOP! So glad we all got this figured out. I should be getting mine soon.... Spread the word!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] djscissorhands:
I ordered the ultra clear off ebay and it was $13.99 and free shipping and no tax but its the first gen with no cut out for ps. I think it feels sticky when i try and fast swipe up and down on the phones screen.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lacrossev:
How long have you used it for? That stickiness usually goes away after awhile and if you don't want to wait wipe it with a 50/50 rubbing alcohol and water solution.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] djscissorhands:
I just got it today so i guess it will get better with time.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PsiPhiDan:
It definitely will. Mine was crazy sticky, and now people tell me I need to put a screen protector on my phone because they think it's bare glass. Give it 24 to 48 hours .
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lacrossev:
Did anyone get replacements without cutouts? I'm pretty sure they sent me a pack of the old stuff but i thought I'd make sure with yall first
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Foxworth:
I had put on the first gen and was able to get a replacement.

Do you guys know how I can get the old protector off?

I have tried tape, finger nails and credit card with no luck.

Thanks
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] crzycrkr:
That's odd. Tape should do it easily. There's not really much in the way of adhesive.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lacrossev:
With the tape, place it at one of the corners,maybe like 3cm worth stuck on there,with the unstuck bit towards the center of the screen. From there pull it backwards towards the unstuck bit of tape,not upwards as if you're trying to pick it up

If it stays stubborn and you don't care for the old protector just push against the corner with the little card squeegee they gave you. That will force the corner to crumple up and you'll be able to lift it.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] neyenlives:
I stopped using them when I got my Fascinate. Never had one on my Charge either....not sure what glass they used but I never had a single scratch. They were dropped multiple times on concrete and I never used any type of case on them either. Also kept them just tossed on my pocket with keys and all......never a scratch.....

Why are we paying $200+ for top end phones with Corning GG2 and then cover it with a cheap, ugly piece of plastic? It makes no sense.......
[Galaxy S III Accessories] The_Biz:
You're not forced to use one. I use them for peace of mind and cause I like getting pissed of for 20+ minutes putting them on and then the great feel of them turning out flawless. . . Kinda like fighting with the wife just for the makeup sex. :-P

Deebo took your bike too?!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Advantageous:
You sir, deserve a huge one of these ::good:

i know that feel.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] neyenlives:
i completely am lost on your responses...might try proofreading a little bit...other than the "not being forced to use them" part which should go without saying...so a captain obvious award for you for that ......

it's hard to understand trading the ugly look and poor feel for peace of mind when the screens are virtually un-scratchable as I have personally seen to be true.....

i have personally seen you don't have to use them to protect anything.....
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Jake101:
They make some pretty nice screen protectors now that can hardly be noticed at all when applied.

Also keep in mind that although CGG2 makes it scratch resistant, it does not make it scratch proof. When the glass comes into contact with something harder than it with an edge it WILL scratch and then fixing that will cost more than the $20 for a nice high end screen protector.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zmore:
Yeah - my 22-month old captivate (with gorilla glass) went naked the whole time and there's honestly not a scratch or scuff on the thing, despite taking punishment from a toddler. The only protection on it is a silicone case (that the toddler likes to rip off).

On the other hand, my original Galaxy Tab 7" (also with gorilla glass) has tons of scratches - some deep; some not - and it wasn't handled much rougher (in a flip case).

My plan is to give the skinomi a shot, and probably rip it off in a few months if it starts to peel.

If you're not annoyed by having to live with a few possible scratches and/or you have no plans to resell your phone later, don't bother with a protector.

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Also... exhibit A, from this old thread, where a guy took a dremel tool to his phone to buff out the scratches :)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] The_Biz:
Read your op, then read my response. . . ..

You ask = why do people use them.. No?

I answered.

If your op wasn't a question, then it shouldn't be worded like one.

And not all screen protectors are of bad quality. The one I use is of high quality and touching it leaves no fingerprints. And as it covers the whole screen, people I show can't even tell there's one on here.

Deebo took your bike too?!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ReggieTee:
Gorilla Glass is scratch resistant, not scratch proof. I learned that on my SII. I had somehow gotten two hairline scratches on the screen. I like to keep my phones in resaleable condition since I haven't kept the same phone the entire length of the contract in years. If I can keep it in like new condition, the better the value.

I just put a new SPG screen protector on tonite. I'm not a holster guy, I carry my phone in my pocket where there is potential for scratches.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] neyenlives:
very true....i guess it might have a lot to do with environment too, but I just can't stand the way any of them look or feel

i just sold my flawless naked Charge for $200 cash, not using one never affected my resale value

I guess I am just so surprised that so many people still use them. I personally find them to be the largest useless waste of money.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ReggieTee:
Piece of mind only cost me $13.99. Not bad.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] neyenlives:
this part:

made no sense to me. i guess i kinda get it but it was a very strange comparison.....
[Galaxy S III Accessories] The_Biz:
Was a joke and a mention of accomplishment in one.

Deebo took your bike too?!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ddurandSGS3:
ive never used one either. my droid x2 is a tank.

i ordered teh skinomi carbon fiber skin and it comes with a screen protector. I think im going to try it. But I dont expect it to be on the phone for long, if i even apply it.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] neyenlives:
oh.....ok. nm :)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CHiSEEN:
You have to have actually spent 20 minutes putting that thin piece of plastic on before to appreciate the joke/accomplishment. :highfive:

I had my Atrix with Gorilla Glass, went naked because I watched a video of some crazy mofo slash his gorilla glass phone with a knife and not a scratch. Went a year with no scratches till I warrantied Atrix for a new one. The new one ended up with multiple hairline scratches within a few months, no difference in how I treated it... Go figure.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] tarpon6:
I just received my 32GB S3 yesterday. I have babied it beyond belief. This morning I noticed two hairline scratches just to the left of center about 5mm in total length. The only that has touched this screen is my fingers. I don't know if warranty covers this.. I absolutely love the phone but am bummed about this to say the least.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] hawkeye2188:
Which screen protector are you using?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] The_Biz:
The ReaLook flex hd. It's available on Amazon for like $13.

Deebo took your bike too?!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mlin:
LOL, good one!

However, I'm with the OP. I don't really understand the need for screen protectors but to each their own.

FWIW, I hate cases too but I do see the need. I like my phone to be sleek and easy to get out of my pocket, cases muck this all up.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Lieu10ant:
i'm gonna side with OP on this one. do you really think a $2 screen protector can better protect your phone than $130 glass?

absolutely not.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] :
Idk where you shop, but some of us don't use $2 protectors. And it's not about the protector protecting the phone. It's about the protector aiding in avoiding scratches to the screen while also cutting down on oil smudges, and in some cases, cutting down on glare if using a glare free protector. :)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] neyenlives:
Agreed. This will be the first time I have used a case in around two years.....
[Galaxy S III Accessories] PatrickHuey:
Considering how much I love my phone, I definitely baby it. It's really peace of mind for me. For anyone that has bad experience with a protector I think you should try a zagg hd. It literally is crystal clear and just like glass.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ahijada:
I was in the same boat as you long ago. When I bought my backup phone, a Nokia 710, I loved the deep blacks the display gives. Putting on a screen protector would really ruin the display. But then again, it was a windows phone... I didn't care much.

Long story short: I put on one of these "cheap" crystal clear screen protectors and it suited my phone just fine. One day, after a few months of having protecting my phone from droppage, I, yep, you guessed it, DROPPED my phone screen first while unlocking my bike. The phone landed screen first on the teeth of my rear gears. I literally had 2-3 bite marks on the screen, and after seeing that, I thought my screen was done.

I peeled off the screen protector and guess what happened? That cheap screen protector absorbed everything from the drop and left my screen flawless.

Cheap screen protectors = Piece of mind.

btw. I have one of these cheap screen protectors on my S3. It's even so cheap that I don't even see it on my phone screen 95% of the time. Not exaggerating. Its that clear.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bkeaver:
Why use a screen protector???? Cause Gorilla Glass is scratch resistant not scratch proof. If you choose not to use one then great. I personally use one and I can't tell mine is on at all. I'm using a SGP Ultra Nano Clear. For those of you that prefer one I highly recommend these.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] XdrummerXboy:
I have "personally" seen there to be a HUGE use for them...

I baby ALL my electronics. My LG Ally with gorilla glass got a little scratch. Even though it is a piece of sh*t phone, it still bugs me every time I see the scratch. All it takes is ONE grain of sand/dirt on your finger to put a nice big scratch down your $250 phone.

Everyone gets screen protectors because it protects their screen, the most important part of the phone in terms of your interaction with your phone, so why not spend $20 or so to have the assurance that your phone won't be scratched? PLUS, I notice the things I use screen protectors on don't get fingerprints on it ANYTHING near as easily. That, in and of itself, is plenty for me to buy one.

but hey, that's just me. Feel free not to get a screen protector. But don't come back to these forums asking where the cheapest replacement screen is.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] gingson:
I think a few of the guys here meant, "PEACE of MIND". I felt the same way after applying Flex HD. Orange peel effect is not that bad after a week but the rainbow tint spots are not going away. Just a piece of my mind.:)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Docavelli:
As with anything else, usage varies. It's about preference. You may not want 300 cable channels but the next guy does. Does that mean he shouldn't do it because you don't feel is necessary.

You say you don't get scratches on your screen. There are people that say they have. I don't drop my phones so i don't see the need for otter boxes and other vault-like cases. But because someone else might like them is not for me to understand why they do.

Of course everyone is entitled to their opinion on the subject but someone else's reasoning isn't always for you to understand.

XDA Mobile
[Galaxy S III Accessories] boogieEpic:
yeah as stated before I baby my devices to death + the resale value is something that really plays a part in keeping my devices protected
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Comando156:
I use screen protectors to have peace of mind... As whenbi don't thave them it's in my head every time I touch the phone that it's going to get scratched.... Damn ocd.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Gadgetz:
I got my phone for free :cowboy: The rest is your opinion and no matter what anyone says it will remain the same so I won't bother :cool:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Neverendingxsin:
I ordered a triboscreen protector off of ebay, but may order a sgp nano one as well just incase i don't like the triboscreen one.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Sergent D:
I don't bother with a screen protector. I had a couple scratches on my G2X and they were only visible with the screen off. I do have a case though because it gives me peace of mind that it won't go flying out of my hand.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] OneStepAhead:
Because gorilla glass scratches, and quite easily. It seems like every time someone shows me an iPhone the screen is either shattered or scratched. I'm not going to bet on GG2 being much better. I believe the improvements were just that it's thinner now, and less likely to shatter, I don't believe it has improved scratch protection.

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How far to the edge does the Nano go? I'm using a wet application screen protector for the first time on my GS III as I wanted something that went all the way to the edge which isnt possible with traditional PET film.

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The point of a screen protector isn't to protect the phone, it's to protect the glass. So yes I do think a $2 screen protector can protect glass better than nothing.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] LNJ:
Like few have already mentioned, all it takes is a grain of sand!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] :
Just saw a friends gs3 yesterday and he's had his a week less than I have. He has a scratch on his near the bottom where you swype to type. .. I guess screen protectors really are a waste on these phones. /sarcasm
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jlczl:
OCD types like myself can go either way. If you're OCD about a little scratch that's hardly visible you may want a screen protector but then again if you're OCD about lint, bubbles, haziness, orange peel, etc. you probably don't want a screen protector. I'm the latter OCD because no matter what anyone says screen protectors are noticeable and diminish the quality of the screen. I'll baby my phone and if and when it does get scratched I'll put one on to cover it up. :-P
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Cappurnikus:
The glass on the S3 is "Scratch resistant". Certain material can EASILY scratch the screen. I'm sure most of you have seen the video's where they take a knife or keys or a coin and the screen is fine despite efforts to scratch the screen. Notice you've never seen someone pick up a rock and try the same, it would easily scratch the screen.

Its not scratch PROOF, thats why people use screen protectors.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] RTBee:
You're not replacing your glass with a $2 screen protector, you're adding to it. So now you've got $132 worth of protection. :rolleyes:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aklyrical:
Difference between scrath resistant and scrath proof.. if you don't give one piece of shxt about taking care of your phone and your careful with it.. you don't need it. As some members have said, I want my phone to be resaleable aswell. S3 has a beauty and I want to preserve that beauty.

my 2 cents.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Xcor3:
Lol. Its better to be safe. Once you see that tiny scratch on your screen. Youre going to be like, "Damn, i should have gotten a screen protector"

Seriously, having screen protector doesnt hurt at all.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] neyenlives:
I guess what i still dont get is how do i justify it after carrying two older phones with nothing on them and through drops on concrete and being in a pocket with keys....never getting a damaged screen.....
[Galaxy S III Accessories] dLo GSR:
Why buy car insurance when you know you are a careful driver?

Why buy health insurance when you don't think you'll ever get sick?

Why buy a helmet if you don't plan on falling on your head?

Why buy homeowner's insurance if you live in a safe neighborhood?

These all come down to the unknown, and what-if. Your inability to see that is a little annoying. Perhaps you are amazing at protecting your phone, and perhaps you lucked out, but there are so many people here who go naked and then the second a scratch appears they come crying to XDA saying "MY SCREEN IS SCRATCHED, WHAT CAN I DO? WHY WON'T WARRANTY COVER IT???".

The fact is that NO glass in unscratchable. Not everyone puts their phone through the same conditions as everyone else. In the end, it's insurance for the screen. I'd rather put a $2 layer of protection over my $130 screen than expose my $130 screen to everything possible.

(BTW, there's also a higher possibility of scratching the oleophobic coating layer over the Gorilla Glass, which is what most of the surface scratches on this and the HOX come from. So while the GG my be fine, the coating now takes the permanent mark.)

But really, what's the point of this post? Does seeing people do this upset you so much that you have to dictate to them why you don't like it?

Then DON'T. Simple solution. It's your phone, and ours are ours. We do what we like to our own. Get over it.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] neyenlives:
You made this a bit personal all of a sudden.....thats very unnecessary. I was simply stating my opinion is all, you are entitled to your own. I am not trying to belittle you for having an opinion.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] dave1977nj:
Is the 5-10 bucks worth your screen from scratches for me yes. Just like wearing a rubber with a chick you had just met at a bar :highfive:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] e_droid:
I think some older phones are a bit more robust than what is out now. I've dropped my droid x once or twice and has held together very well. The screen protector on there has done it's job more than once and I can't imagine not getting one for the GSIII which (IMO) will be more fragile in comparison.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mitch27:
It sounds like until you experience it yourself, you won't be swayed. The new glass on phones is great against things like keys, knives, and MAYBE pocket change. The problem comes into play when the glass meets something ridgid like concrete or it slides on hard surface.

That's always my beef with "scratch tests" using a knife in their videos. Who's going to take a knife to the screen? It's not a cut test... You'll never see someone take a phone scratch test it on concrete (real world scenario) because it will fail quickly.

I'm assuming your screen got lucky if you dropped your phone on concrete and the glass didn't make hard contact.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] dLo GSR:
You seem unwilling to accept anyone's justifications here so I decided to be frank.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] firetruck41:
No he won't come on here to say he wishes he had used a screen protector. Instead, he will start a thread complaining about the POS gg2 glass screen... ;-)

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