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[One (M7) Accessories] peterg21:
Without starting a new thread, I believe this would be the most appropriate one for my question.

I am currently using a clear TPU case but I am thinking of going caseless. What concerns me is the plastic/polymer part of the "sandwich". Do any of you going caseless find that there is discoloration of the center part of your phone? I am thinking that hand oils etc, might change the color of this and before I go this route I would appreciate some feedback. I do have a box of Mr Clean "Magic Eraser" ready but I am concerned that any staining may get embedded.
[One (M7) Accessories] pewpewbangbang:
I don't have any discoloration so far. If you get like dead skin cells etc...from sweaty palms. It should come off easily since it's aluminum. Similar to the macbooks, you can wipe it off.

I have a leather pouch also for when I can't put the phone in my pocket etc...like going to the gym or playing soccer and I gotta stick it in a bag.
[One (M7) Accessories] sauprankul:
Screen Protector and Sprint TPU case on mine. Sweaty hands + slippery metal phone = no taking chances. Salt scratches everything, including Gorilla Glass and seriously, this phone is SUPER slick. Oh yeah, no insurance.

Already dropped onto laminate, didn't even flinch.
[One (M7) Accessories] Jake Bullit:
Otterbox defnder on mine.Had one on my HD2 for three years and its still mint ,despite being dropped and drowned many times.I use my phone for geocaching so its got to be tough.
[One (M7) Accessories] peterg21:
Thanks for the reply. What I am referring to is the white plastic. What concerns me is that by going naked, the white may start discoloring.
[One (M7) Accessories] sliderocket22:
I'd love to, because this phone feels amazing on its own. However, I also know I am a giant klutz with phones and have a terrible habit of putting them in my shirt pockets. Periodically, they fall out. Once, my XT925 fell into a parking lot when I was getting out of my car. Two days after I bought it. -_-

So I'm cased and screen protector'd up.
[One (M7) Accessories] kikokazuma:
Been going commando this whole time. Dropped my phone yesterday and now I have the first visible chip.

Wishing I had a good case for it. Too late :(
[One (M7) Accessories] opher50:
got any suggestion for a screen protector?
[One (M7) Accessories] peterg21:
That is my whole quandary. The most I will use when it comes to a case is what I currently have, namely a thin TPU case. At most, I would guess it would give me on a scale of 1-10 a rating of 2, with 10 being an Otterbox Defender or similar.
[One (M7) Accessories] bostonfan:
gone commado for almost a month, i have no chips or dents. The phone still is in perfect condition( outside of the gap issue:p)
[One (M7) Accessories] stevedebi:
Yeah, in my opinion the Defender is the best case for rugged use.

The device is simply too slippery for me; I'm using a TPU case, with the phone being carried in a Nutshell belt pouch.
[One (M7) Accessories] Wiz:
I hate cases in general and prefer my devices as close to natural as possible ... Until I ran into the Nilkin case for the HTC One. It's slim enough to safeguard the original HTC One designs awesomeness, yet it provides grip and protection. In comparison, the Case Mate Barely There case (which I initially bought) definitely looks Clunky ....
[One (M7) Accessories] pewpewbangbang:
I ordered from Xtremeguard. They had an 82% off an order of 2 sale. So i ended up getting an HTC One and iPhone 5 screen protector for $1.80 shipped.

It's wet apply and comes only in an envelope with no solution (They teach you how to make it), which is why it's so cheap. It also comes with a squeegee I believe and some cards.

Mine hasn't come yet, but they are good screen protector and absolutely the best for the price.
[One (M7) Accessories] Wiz:
Brando screenprotectors .... Shop.Brando.com.hk ....have been my favourite brand for almost a decade now ... Never been disappointed ...
[One (M7) Accessories] tsengc:
Gone commando for 2 days.

Noticed some dust stuck at the top edge of the screen protector where it meets the phone.

That probably wouldn't be solved by a case. Maybe I need to get a thinner screen protector.
[One (M7) Accessories] sauprankul:
I would recommend buying an expensive one. The cheap one the Sprint guy installed for me was, well, cheap, but it has stayed on, gives me little to no sliding/swiping resistance (unlike the nude gorilla glass on my S2) and I'm sure it has taken the abuse of my skin salts. The only problem is it sort of has this green/purple glare to it, and I'm not sure if it is reducing visibility.

Seriously, a screen protector is well worth it.

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Yeah, that's to be expected. White plastics and resins will eventually discolor, just like anything else (google white G-shocks). I'm sure most consumer plastics are porous. Black FTW.

How long are you gonna keep this phone? More importantly, how long are you gonna baby it? I had my S2 (first smartphone) for like a month before I was chucking it around (with little accuracy :p). I'm sure you won't care about slight yellowing on a part you rarely look at in a few months.
[One (M7) Accessories] Fatos:
Its a tough choice. Really dont want to scratch it but neither to hide it. Reason I sold S4 and bought one was that plastic feel. I will have it without case and hope I wond drop it.
[One (M7) Accessories] Wiz:
Point is not the dropping but the chipping and scuffing ... It's all too easy to forget that car keys etc also can bring damage
[One (M7) Accessories] peterg21:
Thanks for the reply. It really depends on the type of plastic or resin. Acrylic resins tend to be more durable than say styrene based ones. I have a couple of acrylic pens (darker granted) that are decades old and while not white really have held up well colour-wise. But I get your point.

Irrespective of how long I will keep this phone (probably about 18 months for so), I always tend to take good care of my possessions and try and preserve the items in a cosmetically good shape. Most of the time, the "retirees" languish in a drawer but in a few cases I give them to a friend or a relative.
[One (M7) Accessories] Joshnor713:
Same here...I hate cases but tried this one for back protection and love it. It's classy just like the One and quality material. Strongly recommend the Nilkin case.
[One (M7) Accessories] grb:
:highfive: I like your style :laugh:

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As for myself, Best Skins Ever Matte on the back (for extra grip more than anything) and the corners (they always seem to hit the corners first when I drop 'em). Not quite commando, but see through lingerie on a sexy babe is o.k. in my book.

Screen protectors are pointless, havent used one in 6 years and have yet to scratch a screen.

To each their own, though. It's your phone, do what the hell you want with it.
[One (M7) Accessories] HighSun_Murder:
If anyone wants My Otter Box, Its for sale $35 US with shipping.
[One (M7) Accessories] samvillian:
Been commando without insurance for the ~ 3-4 months that i've had it. Front side looks mint, no scratches. Only dropped it once (slippery fingers after anatomy lab). Small ding in the back :( Sanded it down a little and it looks a lot better. Only other issue is the "beats" logo has worn off.

I don't mind it though. This thing is too damn sexy to be covered up. Might get a bumper in the future but for now, no glove!
[One (M7) Accessories] singhsta:
No case or screen protector. Had insurance for first month only. Dropped it couple times but it's still fine couple small battle wounds...... I like it.. Gives it character if u ask me. Putting a case on this baby is like going to ur grandma's house and sitting on the couch covered with plastic. It just doesn't seem right. This baby is meant to be enjoyed COMMANDO. :)

just my 2 cents.
[One (M7) Accessories] Hitman23DB:
I didn't even own a case and was going commando for the first week until I dropped the phone for the first time. Thankfully the phone landed on my shoe and there wasn't a scratch. Now I have 7 cases and the only time my One is naked is when I'm switching between them.
[One (M7) Accessories] Dano79:
Commando here too for over a month dropped it twice outside just some dings and a small nick on the back. Phone feels too good in my hand to put a case on
[One (M7) Accessories] hasoon2000:
Never have gone commando on any phones that I have ever owned. All touch screen phones always had a screen protector and every phone in general had a case, besides my Nokia N95 and N97.
[One (M7) Accessories] ante0:
I don't even use a screen protector... And no scratches so far.
[One (M7) Accessories] cokey77:
Got the otterbox commuter not so long ago with screen protector. When I first got the phone I was using HTC flip case in a phone sock but noticed a few tiny marks so changed to a tpu frosted Belkin case because the flip case let dirt in and I work in construction. So now it's otterbox on weekdays and HTC flip case on week ends have also just ordered the empire glass screen protector from amazon. The worst thing to scratch screen or phone is grit or sand so if you want to keep it good, keep it in a clean pocket on it's own to help keep it looking good. ;)
[One (M7) Accessories] EtherealRemnant:
I have a case that I use when I leave the house after a drop scare... but I'm rather impressed at the durability of this phone. I was walking around the 16th street mall and someone bumped into me. I dropped my phone from chest height (I'm 6'2") right onto the concrete and it bounced like hell all over the ground, landing on its back when it was done... I've got two dings in the aluminum and no screen damage and no camera damage.

Scared me enough that I got a case though. I use the case when I'm out and about. Its a hard shell Speck case the T-Mobile store gave me for free. It isn't comfortable for long conversations as its quite raised and presses into the ear but it does the job and the kickstand is a nice bonus.
[One (M7) Accessories] exocetdj:
I don't use a case or anything. Great build on the one

Also doubles as a mallet if anyone tries to mug you :P
[One (M7) Accessories] ROMVS:
cheaper than draco

Like draco but cheaper, protects the sides and corners from dents. Only $15.98 but looks good. I'm waiting for mine to arrive, I'll try to remember to post pictures of it when it comes.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/18120767882...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
[One (M7) Accessories] fac51:
Those cheap bumpers affect the signal badly; I had one on for 1 day before tossing it and getting a decent one.
[One (M7) Accessories] wasd435:
I recently took my One out of my wallet case (because it was starting to fall apart...), and my wife thought I bought a new phone. I'd forgotten how much I loved the way the phone looks naked!
[One (M7) Accessories] mrka:
A month now with no case and no scratches or anything.

great phone!
[One (M7) Accessories] sdot_sd:
You've got some brass! I was terrified during the 2 minutes between taking it out of the box and putting on the screen protector!
[One (M7) Accessories] fac51:
I went commando for 3 months without any problems UNTIL it fell from my pocket, when sitting down, 2 feet onto concrete and dinged the corner. I now have a DevilCase bumper for protection.
[One (M7) General] bradr00lzd00d1:
I cannot get used to this phone I love it but there are just some things I can't get used to I'm coming from galaxy s devices so im used to the feel of those I may list it on swappa soon but thought I would make a post here first if anyone would be interested

Thanks,

Brad
[One (M7) General] usd95:
Where do u live?
[One (M7) General] the_scotsman:
Please use Swappa to buy and sell phones, not the XDA forums.

Note that you can use your XDA account login for Swappa :)
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] IEE168:
Hi,

i´ve installed the xda-developers Special Edition ROM on my Wallaby. It works very well, but I want to have my German T-Mobile 2003 ROM back on it. Here´s the Problem: It wont accept the RUU! I can connect to the PDA with Active Sync and it does the sync well. But when I start the RUU Update it says "Please check your ActiveSync Connection" after a click on "OK" the message "The Connection Program cannot be executed. Please check your USB-Connection"

A similar Message appears when I try the O2 Germany Windows 2003 "Program A". It says: " A ROM-image for upgradeing the Pocket-PC isn´t detectable. Download it and try it again" (On German: ROM-Bild zum Upgrade des Pocket-PC nicht auffindbar. Downloaden Sie und machen Sie einen neuen Versuch")

But the xda-developers Special Edition ROM "Programm A" re-flash works!!

Please can somebody support me?? I need help because the PDA isn´t mine ^^

THX for your answers
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] Biso007:
cook 4.01.19 ROM as .nbf file and use SD method
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] IEE168:
It works, I´ve replaced the NK.nbf file from the "xda-developers Special edition ROM" Installer with the T-Mobile NK.nbf.

But could you please tell me whats the SD-Card method?

Could you give me a link or something where i can read about it?

I´ve already got the OSImage Tool but it isn´t clear for me how to use it. I have a SD-Card with 128 MB space an a Reader/Writer for my PC. So long, I can choose the NK.nbf file as Source, but it won´t accept H:\ (my sd-card writer) as Destination... Okay, I´m not sure if thats the way it´s gonna be. However, whats the SD method?
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] IEE168:
Ah, alright,

Muchas Gracias
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MikaelPe:
Hello everyone, with this post we can confirm that the Galaxy S4's vehicle "DockMode" works perfect with the xProDock. See image where it was checked today against AT&T's and Sprint's version. Friends from Europe have also confirmed it works fine with the International version.

Driving using the "DockMode" combined with a Bluetooth for hands-free is great as it turns your S4 into a virtual driving assistant and entertainment center, all while you stay away from texting while driving. Keeping the phone above the dashboard obviously also increases both cell phone and GPS reception. Stepping out of the car with a charged phone is another nice benefit with using a charging dock.

Connect the S4 into the xPro and go to "Settings-Accessory" and select "Dock Sound", "Audio out" and "Deskhome display" and then download your favorite "docking app". We've found our own "Dock'n Drive", "CarHome Ultra", "Ulysse Speedometer", "TuneIn" and "Slacker Radio" to be the S4 "Dock home" alternatives. We recommend using one of the first three and then have "shortcuts" to your favorite apps.

The aux-out sound to car-stereo through the microUSB cable also works great on the S4. This means the car-dock only needs ONE cable connected and yet at the other end it splits into a USB male connection and 3.5 mm aux-out that you connect into the vehicle's car-stereo (not needed if you have Bluetooth A2DP support). Keep in mind that Samsung's firmware only allows for "App sound" to be transmitted to the car-speakers through the microUSB, NOT phone calls so you must still use a Bluetooth solution for in-and outgoing calls.

Camera view is also free so you can use the S4 as an excellent "dash cam" with one of the many apps available for capturing video using a "loop". All cases are compatible, even Otterbox Defender or Ballistic Maxx type.

We have also started to ship our new "Stick Anywhere" mount with this which means you can attach it directly to the dashboard's hard surface without using the "disc" used for many years with car-docks. If you don't like the suction Mount concept there's an AMPS plate option which allows you to mount the xPro on a KUDA or ProClip mount for example.

You can order the xProDock for Galaxy S4 on Amazon in the US and Europe. Just type in "xProDock" on eBay and we should have it listed there too in most countries.

Feel free to ask questions or use this thread to discuss any product in the category... We'll comment if warranted. Thanks!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] KryptosXLayer2:
Definitely interested in this if we can't figure out what the hell is going on with the Infuse dock on the Samsung branded car dock thread!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MikaelPe:
The Infuse Dock can't be used with the Galaxy S4 no matter what. This has to do with the fact that Samsung has changed the pin-out configuration when moving to the "new platform" so there's no technical way (to the best of our knowledge) to get it to charge or to start the car-mode. Not sure if this helps?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] KryptosXLayer2:
Oh it helps alright, between this and your comment on the other thread, I'm going to have to give up on the Infuse dock.... it worked great for the Skyrocket and SIII for me, and I should be glad that I had it for those two phones, but now it's time to move on and go with yours - thanks again for your help with this!

I'll be the first to say that this universal dock has convinced someone who has never even considered a universal dock, this is definitely the one to buy if you need a mount for the S4 while driving.... and who doesn't? Samsung realy dropped the ball on this - all these great features to "make life better with your life companion," and they rip out the ability to dock the damn phone on their own dock? This and the TecTiles? Come on, makes me go crazy over here, but I digress - thanks Mikael, much appreciated, great work!

Placing my order right now!!! But wait til you see how I'm mounting it, going to make it mine if it kills me, haha

EDIT - Amazon order number ends in 0420217, can't wait to get this dock installed, thanks again
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] snakecharmer23:
I'm looking forward to seeing your setup. I want lots of pictures.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Lumsdoni:
Will this work with the s-view cover on and folded back?

Swype'd at pace from my Galaxy S2
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MasK:
Very interesting indeed...

I have a question.. There is a long cable that is attached to the dock and end with the car-charger right? So is that a standard USB port so I can use my own charger or does it come with a car charger itself?

Now the issue with many standard USB car chargers is that they don't charge the phone fast enough. With the GPS on, it actually drains the battery slowly. I am going to get an official Samsung car charger soon.. but will I be able to use with with the xProDock?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] KryptosXLayer2:
Yes, the video they have shows a standard flip cover on the SIII working just fine with it, and other cases all the way up to an Otterbox on a damn Note II will work in this thing!

It does not come with a charging solution, they leave that part up to you, thankfully.... If it were attached to a cheap 1A cigarette lighter adapter, I wouldn't want anything to do with it, but since I can connect this to my 2.1A adapter I already bought and used for months on my SIII, I'm certainly happy with that!

My xProDock is out for delivery, pics coming soon......!

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S 4 using the XDA app
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] open1your1eyes0:
Very disappointed about the Infuse dock issue but this dock may end up being even better. Purchased and will be sure to test. :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] randy20g:
It's great! I just received mine and coming off an infuse dock, I love it. I am using it in conjunction with their own app and it works flawlessly. Thanks for the super fast shipping guys.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] snakecharmer23:
How is the USB connector? Can you get the S4 in and out of the dock and connect the USB with one hand easily?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] randy20g:
The USB cord is very stable. It is flexible, but not loose. Similar to the feeling of a goose neck stand. It will stay in the bent shape and position you leave it in. The mount is extremely easy to use, and works with any case. The GS4 goes right into dock mode as soon as it sees the usb plug even if its not connected to power. The cord has a built in plug for the audio as well. The cord has the appearance of being permanently part of the mount, but there is a cover on the back that hides the removable plug. The windshield mount is first rate and did not budge until released.

On a related note....while plugged in, I saw NO battery drain as I had on the Infuse while using map apps, Escort Live radar app, or anything else. The unit continued to charge during all of the above. This in itself is a huge improvement over the previous phone/power combos. I would always have horrible drain even when plugged in when using power hungry apps with BT, GPS, etc...

:victory:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] KryptosXLayer2:
That has more to do with the charging adapter you're using than the cable itself - what adapter are you using, a 2A or a 1A?

FULL review coming tomorrow from me, lots of pics, lots of details, along with the good AND the to be desired, nothing bad to report! Tired as hell right now and don't have the energy to finish it and post it, so I'm calling it a night...... until tomorrow!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] randy20g:
For some reason, with the Infuse and dock, it never seemed to matter what power adapter I used... It always discharged. This combo is charging fine.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] KryptosXLayer2:
And finally, my incredibly long review on the dock is up, lots of pics!

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2262595
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] open1your1eyes0:
Kryptos you are a beast!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] KryptosXLayer2:
Haha, very time consuming, but it's always worth it when recommending a good product and to give some insight that others may not know

Thanks!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] KryptosXLayer2:
Just wanted to post a helpful tip to anyone using this dock and wants to keep the screen on ONLY when docked, not all the time like the phone settings menu allows you to set "while charging." Always on while charging means that if my screen comes on for any reason while propped up on my desktop charger in the middle of the night, it's on the whole night! This just helps to utilize both Dock Mode that iBolt has figured out how to incorporate into their xProDock and the original Android Car Mode that we probably all know and love from the days of the Infuse 4G car dock!

Here's the link to the steps I used to get this working - it's a little hectic, but should only take about 2 to 5 minutes to set up, depending on what apps you may or may not have already installed

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=41206483&postcount=11
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] tdwilli1:
I have the original iBolt with the cable and it does not work on the S4. The phone doesn't charge and audio doesn't come out. I have CarHome Ultra installed and using BeyondPod.

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[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] KryptosXLayer2:
Is it the xProDock? They developed this new dock for Samsung specifically to address the issue that all the old ways wouldn't work on the S4. Their product page shows old docks and new docks with the old "In Vehicle Charging Dock" as separate products to identify this. It's an issue with Samsung changing things around and not something iBolt did in order to make you buy a new dock.... hell, Samsung even axed compatibility with their previous dock, making buying the xProDock the ONLY solution available to charge and send the vehicle into dock mode! I fought to get the Infuse 4G dock to work with the S4, but Samsung tinkered around with stuff so much, they caused me to have to buy the xProDock too....
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Vahur_v:
Received my iBolt xProDock. Tried charging rates with original wall charger. When fully used xProDock USB cable, then charging rate is 960mA. When used original USB cable connected to the xProDock stiff USB extension (the one what puts phone to the driving mode), then charging rate is 1700mA. When I have original Samsung cable connected to the phone, then it charges 1900mA.

Any way to get it charging 1900mA?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] GPSMapper:
"old" car-dock pigtail for iBolt? Anyone?

del
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] 4 Door Skyline:
How was ibolt able to accomplish exporting audio out through the micro USB port to a 3.5mm terminal? Can you answer this for me? Is it resistor triggered? If so can you tell me at what resistance? Thanks