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[Nexus 5 Accessories] Kendaihou:
That's such bad luck. I'm down in London. I ordered some stuff from dbrand during the black Friday sale thing and got it this week on the Monday. I've ordered many times from them and this is the first time it took a little longer than usual. Still got my stuff though. Don't why it's taking forever your stuff to reach since in you're in Cambridge.

It's the damn Canada Post. Not even kidding, the amount of times they screw up is unbelievable. So much for federal postal service....
[Nexus 5 Accessories] junkinmytrunk426:
Damn, wish i read this before sticking it on my nexus 5 before doing a RMA on it. thought Id be able to reuse it like on the nexus 4, but after removing the skin on the N5 the skin is completely unusable. oh well, after the corners not sticking on my N7 skin and how pricey these have gotten for the N5 I think Im gonna look else where for a skin, maybe even switch to a case(yuck).
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thefiqs:
Today got the missing front piece plus the screen protectors, UK. Thanks dbrand. Just wondering, will I get a new back, replacement piece for my white N5 automatically?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] _ekceZ_:
need that X

:cyclops:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] hullbay:
Ordered Wednesday, expected ship date?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Kendaihou:
They will probably ship it first thing Monday morning I'm guessing. Postal service pick up is already done for today.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wakamatsu:
I just made my order of a black titanium back and sides, just in time for Canada Post's big holiday crunch.

You realize that all mail handled by CP are routed through their central processing hub in Yellowknife, don't you? :silly:

I've never had a problem with the mail.

There. I just jinxed myself.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
They had a post that explained how to remove the n5 skin not long ago... I'm guessing you removed the skin slow and carefully like any human bean would do but In fact you have to remove it fast and smooth. When you pull it slowly the skin is resisting the pull and will warp. And when you pull it off fast the bond quickly breaks off and it won't warp. Mm :s

dbrand should make that video on how to remove the n5 skins to promised us soon.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] smirkis:
is this a joke?

go file a claim with paypal, it takes over a month and by the time you get them you can't just return them for a refund because you "couldn't wait". by the time you get your refund, it'll be almost february 2014.

for the sake of douche, don't give this guy his money back dbrand. your products have always been topnotch and this guy rushing you guys is no reason for canceling an order. he wanted it by christmas? should have ordered it months ago. i got mine in less then 10 days, if i wanted another by christmas i could prolly order another right now and get it before then.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Talk about being impatient I reckon. He can't even wait to talk sense with dbrand and for them to give him refund or anything he quickly wants to do it through PayPal lol.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] UnicornKaz:
FYI... Know your **** before calling someone else names...

My order was from way back on November 16th...

For a local destination that's only 45min drive... It shouldn't take this long... Yeah... As quoted by you... It's a month ago!

I got 1 support reply regarding a resend ( wrong size to begin with)... That was more then a week ago... Etc

Read here about possible update by Wed... Today is Friday... Plus the last respond was more then a week ago...

I have patience... It's the lack of relaying information and being kept in the dark that finally made me lost patience.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Robin Rat:
I have a black N5. Installed white carbon (with X cut out) back. Also have gold sides installed, but bodged cutting the sim card slot.

White carbon back looks good! However I won't buy any sides without the sim slot easily accessible in the future as I don't have a laser to cut the slot.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
You know Canada Post is to blame regarding late deliveries right?

I ordered mine on November 8th and have been in contact with dbrand about it. They have been more than helpful, and very accommodating, considering it isn't their fault.

I would say relax, let them take care of you, and don't over react. But, I'm just a level headed customer that doesn't take out issues on the wrong people, so, do as you wish.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] UnicornKaz:
Yeah ... :rolleyes:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Didn't your momma tell you to not roll your eyes or they would get stuck back there? :smokin:

>^.^< Sent From Meow nexus5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
dbrand site down?

Can anyone tell me if you can use a front screen skin with screen protector with spigen ultra hybrid case. Thank you.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] custo:
So I attempted to remove my second dbrand back. First time I was able to remove it perfectly using the method they did not recommend. I basically peeled it from the corner and carefully lifted the whole back to make sure I didn't rip the Nexus lettering. Today I went to switch back to my original skin and went with the method dbrand suggested. I put tape over the lettering then took off the skin quickly like a bandaid. Ended up ripping most of the lettering...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 00MATRIX00:
Ordered on sunday.Got it today.Great work dbrand:good:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] junkinmytrunk426:
the "E" in "nexus" on your skin looks off to me. might be the pic tho...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shawnaye:
Looks dented to me.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] UnicornKaz:
Got email from Paypal via the response from dbrandskins today for the full refund amount on both orders.

Thank You ! :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Albert62:
Damn! I wanted to order the Mahogany Skin but they are Out Of Stock!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] joelmic:
Have you seen this one?

http://www.cruzerlite.com/skins/nexus-5/wood/mahogany-wood-skin-for-the-nexus-5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] the7thson:
Wow! Is this a dbrand skin or did you make this yourself?

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Albert62:
Nice! But is it as good as dbrand??
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
I'm gonna find out this week. I got a set just falling in my lap :D

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
The one I got was not as good, it pretty bad in the way it was cut and the cut of the lettering was pretty terrible aswell. The side pieces werent even curved so they dont sit flush with the sides of the phone. Its way cheaper in price but it also shows in the quality and way it was made not the quality of materials cause it actually felt like dbrands but thats about it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] omama:
Screen protector

Hi Guys,

need a quick advise. how did you guys put on your front skin?

1) Screen protector than front skin?

2) Front skin than screen protector?

Thanks in advance

Omama
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Hey everyone!!!!!

Announcements

White Variant N5 skins are now available. If you want to get yours, please email white@dbrand.com with your Order ID as the subject. We'll make a custom coupon just for you, offering 100% off a replacement back piece (just cover shipping).

Front skins are now shipping with screen protectors and the installation tutorial for screen protectors is live here.

We've been silently working on a brand new website, custom built from the ground up on a new platform. The beta will launch on January 1st and the old site will be history. It's going to be an ongoing project, but expect a truly magical eCommerce masterpiece.

We'll be reworking the fit for the new Nexus 5 (larger speaker holes, less angled frames, larger volume buttons, general tweaks). Expect that update to go live with the new site on the 1st.

Resolved. Let us know how you like it, finally your N5 will be dbranded!!

Refund issued, sorry it didn't work out. Funny story about Canada Post and their epic incompetence: We were going to start skinning electronic cigarettes and vaporizers and worked out a deal with a company out in BC to send us a few dozen vapes/ecigs/batteries/juice for templates (and general use, as most of us vape). They sent it over with tracking and got the whole thing insured. The package, to this date, shows as delivered. The sender even paid for delivery with signature, yet the official receipt document online shows "No Signature Available". The sender has filed a complaint with Canada Post, as the items in question had substantial value. It's been over a month now with no resolution in sight and basically $500 out of their pocket (and no vaporizers for us). In any event, sorry again that it didn't work out. Hopefully this hasn't left a sour taste in your mouth towards our company and you'd be willing to try us again the future. Have a great Christmas!

Front skin, then screen protector. It's all here in this awesome video: http://youtu.be/e9m7owySY_Q
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mjs2011:
Hi. Gmail says that white@dbrand.com is undeliverable.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
They literally just set it up as I was typing the post. Try it again, should be active now.

In case anyone is out of the loop, here's a quick recap:

1. dbrand made Nexus 5 skins

2. The white version of the Nexus 5 was only a 90% flawless fit

3. dbrand fixed the fit to be dbrand-level precise on the white Nexus 5

4. Customers who have a white Nexus 5 and are unhappy with the "nexus" cutouts or the flash cutout can get a free replacement by emailing white@dbrand.com with their Order ID as the subject header

Note that these replacements will only fit flawlessly on a White Nexus 5.

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proof of perfect white fit
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shawnaye:
Refitting for the new nexus 5, what about those who have the old one and would like to order?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] RayLancer:
That's great to know. That's my biggest fear with skins, residues. If I end up liking my Spigen Ultra Hybrid I may end up getting the white carbon fiber skin.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] BTG-XCELL:
Possibility of offering white carbon back with black carbon camera lens surround (with weave pattern that lines up)? That'd be slick.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] tsl_fruitdealer:
These skins look awesome , will you be doing black leather? Can't wait... :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Jaxidian:
That's never been a problem with dbrand's skins.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Yup they have blank leather :thumbup:

>^.^< Sent from meow nexus7 2013
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
Heard nothing but good for dbrand, makes me proud to be Canadian!

Plus that white nexus skin is gorgeousness at its finest. Definitely will buy!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Asset exports for the purchase interface were completed today. You will be able to preview the skin on either a black or white device.

Models photos are being shot on Wednesday, 94 real photos of skins on a black device should be live by Friday. We'll shoot it in white next week once we get our hands on a white device.

Howto video is being shot Thursday, should be live by Saturday.

Back piece is 100% flawless.

Front piece is about 90%, just doing the last few 100th of a mm adjustments to the outer curve and inner cutout positioning.

Frame pieces have proven to be a real pain in the shiny metal ass. It's hard to explain why. In simple terms, the frame is not level; it goes into the screen at about a 3 degree incline. What this means is that a frame skin which is cut in a straight line goes off into the ether when you wrap a corner. The solution is to bend space and time. CreatorBots have confirmed that it is possible, it'll just take time.

Coding the site now, preorder should be live by 6am EST.

Pricing: 10/7/7 back/frame/front. We'll have a $5 XDA-only coupon for all preorders that buy the full coverage.

Let me know if there's any questions!! Ill post the moment it's available.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
front piece as in screen protector? or another vinyl skin for everything except the screen?

Edit: Besides Carbon Fibre and Leather, what other flavours will you guys be putting out?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Front piece as in a vinyl skin for everything except the screen. We'll have the anti-glare screen protector ready for early next week. This screen protector will fit flawlessly within the front skin screen cutout. The entire device will be protected.

Edit: Leather, Carbon Fiber, Titanium, Gold, Powder-Coated True Colors, and Mahogany are what we offer right now. Next up will be Bamboo and a Matte Grip series in black and white.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] timothyung:
I knew that:D Just don't make it a straight line. Then bend the space for the texture on the skin to line up correctly. Should not be difficult for robots.

Ohh and thank you for the coupon (though I think I'll only get the frame pieces:cool:)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
Thanks! I think I'll only get the white carbon or titanium or bamboo and sides and get a regular screen protector :victory:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 1lazysheep:
when you say "frame pieces" do you mean the sides (where the on/off and volume buttons are) + top & bottom?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mattman83:
No he means the front. The skin will cover the front of the phone *except* for the screen... not something I'm a fan of personally. Prefer to stick naked or just a full protector on front, and a skin on back. Also don't like it because of the amount of swipe-in gestures now.. don't want a lip on the edge of my screen.

M.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
When bot says "Pricing: 10/7/7 back/frame/front. We'll have a $5 XDA-only coupon for all preorders that buy the full coverage."

back is $10

frame is $7

front is $7

Front would be redundant and repeated twice if frame was the front. Frame should be the skin covering the 8.6mm thickness of the phone
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 1lazysheep:
that's what i thought. just wanted confirmation
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
it has begun! Which is the best one? I have a hard time deciding between white carbon fibre, the titaniums and mahogany, might just get 4.. how long do they last anyways?

They're posting at 6 am EST for pre-orders
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Devers:
Black leather is the best! I bought it in last year for N4. It's amazing!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
not a fan of leather.. sorry hahaha
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Correct.

False :( Also, she*. We're looking into offering full front anti-glare protectors as an alternative to front skin + rectangle screen protector. In either case, there is no lip on the edge of the screen, the thickness of both the border/picture-frame skin + rectangle screen protector is similar.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
Covering the side bezels for the front too?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
We'll have a guide on the purchase interface allowing the user to either select what date they purchased their device on or entering the first three digits of their device's serial number to identify whether it's an old or new N5.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
Thanks bots! Again, another reason why you guys are the best at what you do!

We appreciate the hard work you guys and girls put into making the experience as seamless and as positive as possible. And when an issue arises you take care of your people.

A full review and comparison to some competition will be done when the skins arise.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
lol... "competition"

Make sure to compare the how to apply tutorial videos ;) Thanks for the continued support, Dicy.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Robin Rat:
It's a dbrand white carbon backskin with the request of only the 'X' cut out. There was no extra charge. It's harder to align the skin though.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Definitely a good choice. I actually just changed my skin to a "just the x cutout" in matte black with coloured x cutouts. Looks phenomenal.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Pyro96:
Do you guys plan on offering the colored "x" cutouts/inserts? That would be awesome if you did!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
We sure do!

Also, we're working on our first Nexus 5 custom today. If all goes well, we'll take on a round of 3 custom projects. I'll post results in a few hours!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Customs do in fact work, but there are two stipulations:

You must use a hairdryer on all edges, not just the corner.

You must use your fingernail to file down the entire edge of the skin. Becuase it's thicker, the sharp edge is much more pronounced. Without the fingernail technique, the phone is very uncomfortable to hold in the hand. If installed properly, it's simply amazing.

...and here is 'bot 069s phone. He's still a noob, but finally put in enough time to earn a custom. What do you guys think?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] hullbay:
Totally not what I was expecting but it looks great! Is this one piece of vinyl or one on top of the other? I'd love to work with you guys and design a vector pattern for a personal custom, you said sometime after the new year? :good:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Now that we've confirmed it works, we'll be taking a total of 3 requests right around the new year. Since it's such a limited run, we'll keep it within the XDA community. Post up your design ideas and keep in mind that the customization process is not quick and requires some back-and-forth with our customsBots. Usually 5-7 emails to finalize the design, then a few more to keep them in the loop on the manufacturing/assembly process. Minimum pricing starts around $60.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] knapz:
matte solid color skins?

Any update on selling matte solid colors?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Pyro96:
I want a custom skin so bad, but my parents would kill me if they found out I spent $60 on it
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 00MATRIX00:
When i was thinking about ordering your skins i couldn't really find any good reviews of your skin making me unsure about whether to order or no.Glad i did! Try getting smartphone reviewing sites like Gsmarena,Phonearena and Phonedog.com(these three are the best imo) to review your product before other manufactures does.:good:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
What is your Order ID? PM it if you're not comfortable posting publicly. We saw the pics you posted earlier and want to send you a replacement back piece, the black titanium "e" looks like it wasn't cut correctly.

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Matte Black and Matte White is on the way. Not real ETA, but they're next on the list.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
I'll just leave this here for the ultimate lulz. Was on a "competitors" thread. Tools.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 00MATRIX00:
Thanks but i am afraid my sis will be leaving usa with my skins and my nexus 5 within 4 days.The replacement wont reach it in time.I am just glad the skin made it in time or else it would have been a complete waste.I do have the htc one skin from you and loving it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
We'd be glad to send it regardless. You could always just apply it when she gets back. PM us the Order ID :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 00MATRIX00:
I am in Pakistan and she is coming here from USA with the stuff in 4 days.If you do send a replacement it will just reach the address and it will just sit there until she comes back to USA.And i am pretty sure you cant send the replacement to Pakistan.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
We could, but it probably wouldn't get there lol. No worries, let us know when she returns and we'll hook it up!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Hey dbrand, I'm about to use the code just wondering if I have to state that its for the white n5 is the special box when I'm ordering it or do you have some magic way to know its for the white n5 :0
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dsmpampis:
F**k I'm between leather and wood, but I can't decide...

Tapatalked with my Nexus5(AKA The Hammerhead)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Looks like your gonna have to get leather cause dbrand is out of stock for the wood one. :p

PS. I've seen all and held all of their materials and the one with best grip and texture is the mahogany imo
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
We'll know.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Believe it or not , From last 4 hrs I have been reading this thread and all the posts :P and finally finished it. Great work dbrand.

Some questions here:

http://s22.postimg.org/loqwothvl/IMG_20131118_143419_Kopie.jpg

http://s22.postimg.org/aey6tvcu9/IMG_20131118_143823_Kopie_282_29.jpg

http://s22.postimg.org/ezkd8swjl/IMG_20131118_144625_Kopie.jpg

WHICH COLOR IS THIS? I can't find this color in carbon fiber :/

Also, when I go http://s30.postimg.org/amjkcowv5/Untitled.png it says .. 17$ but when I checkout, it says 24$ (21 with coupon) which is it? Also, a pic of sim cutout please? I do change my SIM once a month or couple as I have to travel to a different state here in India and my current SIM doesn't work on other state (Yep, impossible I know). I haven't bought it yet but I have a debit card of Punjab National bank India mastercard. Will it work? My card easily works at mp4nation.net and it's an international website. This will be my first buy from dbrands or any skin for mobiles for that matter and as I have read reviews, I am sure once I show my setup to relatives/friends/colleagues , you peeps are gonna get alot of orders seriously! I need suggestions, I am completely sold for orange back + black leather/black titanium for frame but still no idea what should I get for the front? Any suggestions guys ? Also, X coming in different color? I can wait I guess.. considering price remains the same as it's already expensive for me(and worth it ofc, don't get me wrong but I am a student so.. ) Any Indians yet have bought this for Nexus 5 yet? how much INR it took? and how much time it took to reach?

Looking for replies, thx.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mobbarley:
is there still an xda code that we can use? thinking about getting a 3 piece set
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Albert62:
Same here!

dbrand where are the Mahogany skin coming back??
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
10$ for back

7$ for frame

7$ for front

Total = 24$

Your credit card should work, if your going to be changing Sim cards that much I would probably advise you to not get a frame. Can't really answer the rest of your questions lol. gl
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Pyro96:
[MENTION=5091753]dbrandSkins[/MENTION] I got my screen protectors today but instead of receiving a replacement red front panel, and wood front panel I received just a wood back panel
[Nexus 5 Accessories] cc16177:
Excited to get mine... Those of you in the US on the east coast... How long did shipping take?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Iphony89:
Mine took about 9 days to get to NY...shipping speed is definitely unpredictable.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ctbear:
So if I order a skin for the white edition now, I will get the revised version?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
I remember you from the n4 limbo thread :p

I would think yes but make sure just in case that u put the special instructions that you want the new white skin. But I'm sure that's all they are selling now.

>^.^< Sent From Meow nexus5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
No from what I have heard the white edition n5 skin is only perfect on a white n5. It won't be perfect on a black n5. You must state in the special box that you want it for the white n5 as they don't have the interface for it already.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Hey dbrand when will the mahogany be stocked back up? Just when I decide to get one it's sold out!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Can I ask something? If the white and black version are different right, how do other competitors only have one skin for black and white fit .-.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
That's what I was saying. I meant I'm sure that's all they are selling (new version) when u order for the white phone is what I meant. I could have been clearer :o

>^.^< Sent From Meow nexus5

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Yea that's true. Funny that slickwraps was bad mouthing dbrand for selling 90% perfect skins on the white phone but they are doing the same. At least when dbrand realized their mistake they fixed it in hours.

>^.^< Sent From Meow nexus5