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[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ry2mkk:
Okay.. Probably in a rush to throw my sim and sd card in... I didn't notice anything that could be used by these.....

What are they for lol?!

Off topic.

Coming from a Note 2 this is hands down the best smartphone I've ever used. Everything is just impressing me!!
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pnnorth:
Replacement tips for the s-pen
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] htc6500uk:
And tweezer!
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ry2mkk:
Ah of course! Oh that's brilliant :) N2 never had that!

Thanks all :p
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] siraltus:
Also note (pun intended) that they gave you four rubber-coated tips (three in the bag, one in your S-Pen), and two uncoated (Note 2-style hard plastic) tips.

I was personally elated to see they gave me the uncoated tips, as I really hated how the rubber-coated tip makes the stylus drag on the screen, so I promptly swapped it for the hard tip and have been a happy pumpkin since.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SgtGoldy:
What's the reason for two different styles? Pen feel or does the runner coated help with not marking the screen?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] siraltus:
Think about it.

What would rubber feel like on glass? Friction, and lots of it. This would make the stylus feel "draggy." Some people prefer their stylus to feel "draggy," others prefer the smooth glide feel of the hard plastic tip.

The earlier styli bundled with Note and Note 2 only had the hard plastic tips with the smooth glide feel. I bet Samsung got enough complaints from people wanting the "draggy" feel that they not only now include rubber-coated tips, but also install one in the stylus by default.

Another reason Samsung gave you the extra tips is because the rubber coating wears out and your "draggy" stylus will eventually become "smooth glide." This is why they gave you twice as many rubber-coated tips (3+1 in stylus) as the hard plastic ones (2).
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bigmout:
Yes, I personally don't like the feel of plastic on glass. Rubber (or better yet, hard felt) gives the feel of something closer to writing on paper.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] siraltus:
Yup. Though hard felt is textile (fiber pulp) and thus has absolutely no grab on glass, it would glide as smoothly as the hard plastic tip. Rubber has grip on smooth surfaces because it's an adhesive.
[Nokia Lumia 800] DrMcTits:
Hey, i've been looking around the net on a way to flash my DLOAD lumia.

Didn't find anything pointing out i could do it, besides something about cyclonebox or something.

My question to you XDA community - is there a way to flash my Lumia 800, lets say DLOAD to QUALLCOM or something like that?
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dsbnz:
We recently purchased the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 for our son for his birthday. The device is ota updated to latest Android 4.2.2.

The stock rom has a lot of apps and features our son wont use, as he uses it more for educational apps and educational games, netflix kids tv programs etc..

Im thinking of flashing cm 10.2 with a minimal gapps package

Ive had an extensive look on xda, but am a bit confused about the right process for first time flashing from stock.

Can anyone point me in the direction of a good first time flashing guide?

I see references to ct-auto-root, triangle away etc, but would be grateful if theres a step by step guide, and im not all that clear on the order in what needs to be done.
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] killerassassin:
Sir..this guide should help you out......:D

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2182096
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dsbnz:
Cheers, i didhave a read of that thread, and mostly understand the different tools, if im right i need to..

1. Cf-auto-root

2. Install custom recovery

3. Install triangle away

4. Wipe and flash custom rom/gapps

Am i correct?
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sharonbw:
Triangle away is only necessary if you flash a custom Rom using Odin. Mobile Odin and/or stock Rom do not increase the count (or cause the onbnoxious triangle to pop up). For that matter, even if it did it only matters if you need to return under warranty.

The steps as you've noted are very simple. Use the tool to get custom recovery then flash away. Only caveat is to do a full wipe/factory reset any time you change roms.

Have fun!

Sent from my GT-p511x
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dsbnz:
So just as follows..

1. Cf-auto-root

2. Install custom recovery

4. Full Wipe and flash custom rom/gapps

??

Thanks for your help :)
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sharonbw:
Sounds too easy doesn't it? But thanks to chainfire it is!

Oh wait! One more important step! After you have custom recovery, before you wipe, make a backup!!!!!!!!!

Sent from my GT-p511x
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dsbnz:
The clarification makes me more confident.im no stranger to rooting/coveries/flashing etc, but this device appeared a little confusing at first glances :)
[HTC One X] smeejaytee:
Sent from my HTC One X

Hi all I just wanted to ask opinions on whether I should supercharge my hox and mod the services jar what do you all think is it needed or should I stick with stock I'm using viper 4.0.2 what are your thoughts thanks everyone
[HTC One X] DeeZZ_NuuZZ:
wrong place you should ask in Q&A ....
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mhoepfin:
Over the years have realized that I can't stand using a case. Especially with the beautiful note 3.

Anyone else just keep it in their pocket like me and hope for the best?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] LegendK95:
Haha yeah! same here :)

I just can't stand cases, nor can I stand screen protectors.

Although if the phone falls, I have no one to blame but myself :P
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] aalupatti:
+1
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] oneandroidnut:
i will use a spigen neo or slim armour whichever i like more if they ever come in ugh and as far as screen protectors i havent had on a device in years. got a spigen in already and going to try it but it may come off the same day i put it on lol
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jizzajam:
I just swap out the battery door for a metal one.

I tried a plastic bumper on my note 2 and it just trapped dirt and made it scuff up the edge faster :mad:
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] djtiko:
Oh man I feel the same way. I love how the phone looks on its own without a case.

However if I did drop it and break it ill never forgive myself lol:laugh:

maybe ill just get a bumper
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] sahil sharma:
I can't stand cases. If it's a polycarbonate/plastic phone cases no makes now sense.

If it's a metal phone like iPhone/HTC one, then you sacrifice the sweet touch of aluminium on Ur phone.

Hate screen cases even more cos it adds so many steps in reaching upto the screen.

It's a phone for God's sake. You don't buy a BMW Z4 and cover it with plastic while driving.

I love to feel the aluminium and glass and hence no case no screen protector. That's the reason I guess we pay extra for Gorilla Glass.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Sub-Woofer:
+1

Me too, can't understand why everyone is buying expensive cases, phone get's thicker etc.

In case you drop your phone a case is helpful, I agree to that. But, no risk, no fun.

Also with Gorilla Glass 3 there is no need for any screen protectors.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mr_malina:
Its the same principle as using a condom...It might be more enjoyable without one but do you really want to take that chance of something bad happening?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Q N1NJA:
No case, but have squaretrade warranty.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] kanate:
No case here as well as no screen protector.

My wellsfargo credit card comes with free accidental insurance when I pay my phone bill with the card. It allows up to 2 claims per year and only have to pay $25 per claim. That's cheaper than paying for a good case and screen protector.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] killa12222:
Currently naked (love the feel), but got a bumper off eBay coming soon. :p
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] slimslim:
Same here, no case but mandatory clear screen protector :thumbup:
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] agbbah:
Naked Here ..

I paid a LOT of money for this phone and I guess part of that is for the design.. It doesn't make sense to hid this beauty with some plastic .. saving the phone for the next buyer..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] RavenY2K3:
Well, when I do go naked it tends to get noticed more, and the police don't look upon it too kindly either ;)

Seriously though, the first phone that "I went naked" with, was my Note 2. It got battered, so considering I've spent £100 more on this bad boy, I've given it a TPU condom ;)

But just waiting for Spigen to make the slim armour case (or whatever it's called) then will give it some all round yet, svelte protection.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ErichMoraga:
Don't you think Gorilla Glass 3 is already sufficient? Adding extra stuff on the screen degrades the image quality.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Hendrickson:
This.. And I dont use cases. Just look at the phone with one on makes it look so much think, ugly and down right crap. (Reminds me of bumber iphone cases) and it gets grit, dust and all sorts of crap in it the case. Just relax, use the phone as intended and don't keep it brand new looking in a case for the next owner. Enjoy it yourself.

You dont by a new car then keep the seat plastics and door transport plastics on it...No you use it as intended .
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] brugernavn:
This phone cost 5500kr (990 USD) In Denmark (thanks Danish tax etc.) so I'm going for a thin bumper and a clear screen protector :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] shaungregg:
No screen protector but I have to use a case or I get nervous, I'm very careful but I've had it slide in the car a couple of times and between seats where it would have been marred had no case been on it. I do take the case off when I'm relaxing at home to admire it tho lol. I use a clear case btw so I can see the back and it is hard gel providing more grip.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DKYang:
I won't think about going naked until full body protectors come out. Even though it doesn't protect from drops, at least it'll protect it from scratches.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] skally:
I never normally use a case or screen protector, but I bought a cheap sview case off eBay because I have a feeling it will make using the spen easier for some tasks.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Scyke:
It's true that gorilla glass 3 is strong but all the phones I've owned always find some way to get those small scratches on them. So I put on a zagg hd screen protector and you wouldn't even know it's on there. I don't have a case though because I'm waiting for best buy to get the s view cover.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] TrevTec:
I'm naked *for now*. I picked up my Note 3 on release day at T-Mobile on Wednesday and I can't help but love it like it was my own child. The fact that I dropped a little under 8 hundo for it makes me feel a little sketchy when carrying it around with no protection. I love the design and everything, but I don't think I'll be able to stay naked with this one. So I caved in and ordered the Spigen GLASt.R Slim as well as the Spigen Neo Hybrid case last night due to the positive reviews. Unfortunately it'll be about a week or two before I can use them. I don't have any experience with Spigen so this will be a double first. Hopefully it helps me relax when texting on the walk. :p
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Scyke:
I know how you feel. I've been really careful with it since I got it. The screen protector had helped me relax a little but I haven't been able to find any cases in my area.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] XxLostSoulxX:
Caseology has leather cases. Tpu around sides and on top. And leather on back like stock.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Teczguru:
Naked here for damn sure...!!! Most for me is a screen protector
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] unlockingsky:
im using saran wrap until my spigen case and screen gets in on 10/16.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] SGBE:
A quality clear screen protector and a simple $4 slip-sleeve works for me for the time being. Shows off the beauty when in use, but keeps things protected in my pocket or travel bag.

Scott-
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] flipq88:
Gorilla glass 3 is not shatter proof it can break. And it's not scratch proof, it's scratch resistant and you will still get scratches from everyday use. I am very ocd about my phone and even the tiniest of scratches will drive me nuts. Tempered glass are great and feels like the screen is naked so I will definitely be getting one. And I would love to carry around this phone naked but I can't trust myself to not drop it. Plus the resale value is a lot better when the phone still looks like new.

Sent from Flip's Note 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Baratheonist:
I wanted to go naked, but the back camera assembly seems to be protruding out significantly on my t-mobile note 3. I don't if you guys noticed this but I feel this will bear the brunt of impact if ever the phone is dropped and falls on the the back plate. A case would help even out the impact-I think.

As to a screen protector, I probably can do without it.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] linkgx1:
Went two years with a 4S and no case. It made it...but there are some scratches. Also I dropped it ONCE on concrete and a small very unnoticble chip on the bottom. Scared the life out of me. For the Note 3 it's a case all day baby. I think of resale value because one never knows what'll happen in the future. Plus it IS an $800 phone.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] YoungAceAtlanta:
No case... just a screen protector is fine.. maybe when I go some place rugged where I think my phone might break I'll put a case on it
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mingkee:
Another terrible case Saturday.

The phone fell from my hand (the turnslide hit my hand) and it fell on the ground.

Another scary moment, but thanks the phone has protection. The phone has no damage.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] vegabyson:
Decided to go naked for a day and ended up with a scratch on my screen. No drops or anything. Just in and out of the pocket. Now I have a case and screen protector
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] foriesg:
Where did you get the sleeve
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] SGBE:
I ordered some for my Note 2 months ago from various overseas places and the one shown fits the best since the Note 3 is slightly narrower than the Note 2.

It looks like some sellers have found that certain sleeves work for the Note 3 too. Here are a few:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pouch-Sleev...g-Galaxy-Note-III-Note-3-N9002-/131006979960?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pull-Tab-PU...-Galaxy-Note-3-III-N9000-N9005-/111163120940?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TWO-Leather...laxy-Note-2-ll-Black-and-Brown-/390672395565?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mazubo:
The above quote should be "stickied" :D
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] envision:
Naked but scared here

Just ordered a 9 dollar hybrid bumper case from amazon supposed to be super thin
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] vinokirk:
I had scratches on my screen just hours after getting it! Gorilla glass means nothing to me personally.

It's never proven itself to me.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Dan-SRi:
I stopped using cases a while back. The way I think about it is that samsung spend loads on designing the phone, why cover it up lol. But I can see why people would want a case for protection.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] polstein:
I'm running naked like my Note 1 at the moment. I do have a Flygrip (so dunno if that counts...) but no case & no screen protector. I typically carry it in my front left pocket, and like others, I baby it.

Might consider: http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-spring-clip-holster-black-p/hlssgt3as.htm A naked belt spring loaded thing. Maybe :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] aalupatti:
Me too waiting for its release
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ekerbuddyeker:
Used to go need until I dropped and broke my Note 2. A case would have protected the edge much like an eye socket protects the eye.

Never again!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] kushXmaster:
I don't use a case for the same reason I eat lunch at taco trucks, the risk is exciting ;)

But on the real, I don't like the bulk it adds when you put a case on.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] skoobz:
Ironic, considering the phone is plastic. It's not real leather...so the plastic cover isn't covering anything but another plastic. Even the chrome side is plastic. (The part being covered, the glass screen of course isn't covered)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] skoobz:
It's all in the way you carry your phone. I had my gn2 since Jan and it looks mint. No cases for me. Pleather with faux stitching FTMuthaeffinW!!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cfchong:
it is not the back cover that worries me. it is the corners that get dented when dropped and the hassle, turnaround time and cost of replacement.

by the way, i dented the right top corner of my S4. the s-view cover is unable to protect the right side of the phone if it unfortunately falls at that angle.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] abalosmusic:
I put a screen protector and a case.. i always recycle my phones.. sell and buy.. need to keep them looking fresh. I rarely keep my phone more than six months. Currently waiting for the s5
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Pedro2NR:
I was planning to go naked because the note 3 looks great. I had a slim case on my note 2.

I'm going to get a case. I just noticed this chip (see attached pic).

I didn't drop my phone or anything.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cfchong:
i believe it is more on where u work, live and play.

sand is the greatest culprit for the fine scratches (keys and nails are not hard enough to scratch the glass). and if u keep your phone in the pockets of your track pants, the chances of been scratched are higher as the pants material trapped all kinds of dust including sand especially if u live in a dusty or sandy area.

cleaning the glass every too often also increases the chances of scratches as a single grain of sand caught within the fabric u are using to clean and the pressure of your finger can result in scratches.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] smeddy:
I was naked on the Note 1 ( partly thanks to my massive 5000mah battery) and the only thing that tempts me otherwise is cases with wallet features or a stand.

But I have splashed out on an sview cover. Only 20 minutes ago and honestly I'm already thinking it wasnt worth it. It gets in the way without the benefits I like.

What I really need is a stand thread.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] WinePress:
I bought an ugly 3rd party flip wallet case that has the rubber holder to hold the phone in and protect the sides and edges.

I really want to show off my phone by taking off the case but I cant trust myself.

I was getting up off the toilet the other day with the note 3 in my pocket, pulled up my pants fast and the phone went flying straight out of my pocket on to the hard floor, no scratches or dents at all. If I didn't have a case on for that I'd be crying myself to sleep, piss drunk in an alley way somewhere in south east Asia right now.

Waiting for the S-View cover to come out, no Samsung stores have the cases yet in the country that im currently staying in.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DevilDogAK:
There's a lot of swag in this thread. #yolo
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] note3or2:
Does the cheap s view cover from ebay actually work (i mean S View function) ??
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] slimslim:
This exactly happened to my one x. No drops whatsoever carefully taken care of, the second week I had it a half inch long deep scratch on the lower left side of the screen, ironically my screen protector was on its way in the mail! Omg so pissed almost wanted to exchange on warranty. Since then the first thing i put on the screen on a phone is the screen protector, they didn't actually have one the day I got the note 3 but I put on a note 2 one temporarily (the original one comes on the 10th).
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ilove1988221:
count me in. when i used a screen protector，it can be easily be scraped.then it looks really bad. when goes nude，the screen seems much clear without any scratches.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jimmy2u:
well for past some days it was naked...but now I have ordered this kick stand case for my Note 3 as dont know why but getting a bit worried about this beautiful product so dont want to take any risk....but no screen protectors at all..its inbuilt enough..so no need to have a screen protector...but a case do....so just waiting for it..hope it will adhere the safety and somewhere a bit beauty of the phone too....:p
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DevilDogAK:
In regards to screen protectors Spigen Glas.t is far and away the best

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DD5TWXK/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?qid=1380777666&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70

it is made of tempered glass so there is no loss of clarity.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] polstein:
I used these very expensive Glas screen protectors for my Note 1. Crystal clear, feels just as smooth as naked. But, I went through about 6 of them because they kept bubbling off the phone. There's a big thread in the Note 1 forum about them & the problems people had.

If you decide to try, be 100% sure you are buying from the company in case you need a warranty replacement.

I'm kind of mixed - on one hand, I went a year w/o a protector & had no problems. On the flip, one scratch and you'll cry for 2 or so years..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] gnik luap:
And the way they keep making camera lenses that aren't even recessed a little bit.

Nearly any case or bumper will give casic protection by recessing the camera & screen so it's safe to lay the phone down.

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I' m hoping for one from Tech Armor. The one they sell for the S4 is available for $20 w/shipping on Amazon (I paid more to get the fast shipping) and seems to have all the features of the more expensive brands.

Semper Fi, fellow jarhead:D
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Illusive Man:
I love otterbox defender's. I put on on every phone. I agree that these phones are beautiful (I have a Note 2 and my Note 3 will be here today). I like to keep my phones looking mint, and drops do happen. I was getting out of my car a week ago and dropped my Note 2 on the concrete driveway. The case is a little scuffed, but the phone is fine. I'll continue to use a case for protection.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] HazMatic:
LOL. Yea I'm doing it like that now, at least till they decide if they're making the Spigen Slim Armor View case or it!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tekkitan:
I am the same. I get SquareTrade 2 year warranties which cover accidental damage and theft :D
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] johnomaz:
I have on all my previous phones. This time however, I got a tempered glass screen protector. Thats it through.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] stesteste:
always naked did on note 1.2 and now 3 never had a scratch rule is left pocket is for phone only whatever I am wearing
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] sodomanaz:
I'm pretty sure SquareTrade doesn't cover theft.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Skander1998:
I'm the OCD type that will keep looking at any flaw once you see it once, so I'm going with a Neo Hybrid from Spigen (red) , waiting for the Glas.t nano for the note 3 and that's all I'll use.

I think that's more than enough and doesn't compromise that much on beauty and thickness.

I'm also super clumsy and drop my phone 3 times a week or so.