yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Chahk:
Mine got here today. That was fast! I ordered on the 5th, so it took under a week to get to USA from SK.

Here are the pics (hidden to save you from scrolling.)

Boxed:

Unboxed:

On the phone:

Fits perfectly; looks and feels amazing. I'm very happy with my purchase. Thanks [MENTION=3116557]liqwidzero[/MENTION] for the find!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] yvliew:
can you show us the corner where the antenna is? Because ours doesn't have antenna, so how's the gap ? Is it obvious?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Chahk:
Barely visible if you ask me:

It's like an extra opening if you wanted to pry the cover with two fingers :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] zootzoot:
I bought this leather look back door cover the other day from eBay for £1.88

Check out this item I found on eBay:

End time: 12 Mar 2014 06:33:44

Item: 1/4 New Leather Skin Battery Door Back Housing Cover For Samsung Galaxy S4 i9500

URL: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=310706664079

Alt URL: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-4-New-L...er-Samsung-Galaxy-S4-i9500-/310706664079?var=
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
I have another battery back to add in to discussion. The Binli leather battery back looks very slick as well. http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung-.../cpque-galaxy-s4-binli-leather-battery-cover/ Case Fanatic has some pretty cool battery covers.

As for the Samsung one, I dunno when mine will be in. It shows mine as having departed on the 8th and no new notifications. Maybe it'll be home today. That'd be cool.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
Sweet! I can't wait for mine.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] chieco:
I'm happy for u Chahk looks awesome :good:

By the way guys I compared the Product Numbers and maybe the one's ordered from expansys don't have a gap on top for the DMB antenna!

Korean one :EF-BI950KOEG

expansys one : EF-BI950BBEG

I can't wait for mine. And I will keep you updated.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] an_xda:
A Canadian source does not mean it is shipped from a Canadian warehouse.

http://www.expansys.ca/delivery/

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The case looks great, congrats on the quick delivery! :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] tyoung88:
Picked up a black cover in Seoul over the weekend for about 15,000 wan at the Samsung Store in Dcube City. It does have the antenna notch on the top left but fits my i9500 just fine. Black and white looked pretty standard, the yellow was a bit muted not a neon yellow and not the SPG racing yellow but more of a light lemon which I didn't dig. Orange looked pretty standard as well.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] nds850:
Hi!

I ordered the white one from GMarket and it arrived today after only five days. I live in Sweden so that's really fast.

It's really nice and it feels like I have a new phone.

Just wanted to say thanks!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] cajunaggie87:
I just got mine in today. I got the black one. I can say the quality is just as good as the actual Galaxy S4 black edition cover (which my friend has).
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] THaltof:
So do I understand well, that this cover from Gmarket IS NOT the same like on Galaxy S4 Black Edition? I saw that there's some new hole on the top left corner - for antenna??
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Wiidesire:
I think this should answer your question?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] THaltof:
Samsung Store in Dcube City (Seoul) is the same store like Gmarket? I don't think so...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Wiidesire:
Both Gmarket and the Samsung Store in Dcube City appearantly have the black edition cover with an notch on the top left. So they seem to be the same.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] THaltof:
Another option is to buy this battery cover from Expansys.com. They offer different version I guess:

Gmarket: EF-BI950KOEG

Expansys: EF-BI950BBEG
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] the Doctor:
Either the Expansys cover also has the notch or they are using a picture of BI950BBEG.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] THaltof:
So sad... :(
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Chahk:
You can hardly notice it, really. Is that the only thing that bothers you about these covers?

Some people have an overly active OCD :silly:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
My orange was just delivered! (No messing around, that WAS quick!) So I'll post some pictures when I get home.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] chieco:
YAAAASSSSS! Huryy home:cyclops:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] cajunaggie87:
It is the same battery cover that is on the Korean Galaxy S4 Black Edition. All Korean Galaxy S4's have TV antennae.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
Alrighty! Here's what the orange cover looks like. (Set in spoiler tags to save space)

I do like it, but it is orange-orange. And I mean orange. I'd personally get a black or white over this, but I still like it. The feel is good and it grips more comfortably.

A word of warning! ---- If you use the Samsung Protective Cover+ case like I do, it will not seat properly with this battery cover. It will bend slightly on the left or right. Which sucks. But, that's why these are accessories.

Packaging

Back (without phone)

Back (angled - shot in dim room)

Front (closer-up in outside light - for comparison to the back in next picture)

Back (closer-up in outside light)

Back (full)

Back (left angle)

Side View
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] aftnine:
I don't know if it's just me but I'm unable to view your pictures
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
Should be fixed now.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] aviking:
Just an update on Expansys.ca they have added a reasonable shipping cost of 7.50 so with the case and shipping it would be 27.49 a much more reasonable price.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] chieco:
So beautiful :crying: one day when I'm rich I will get me a orange and yellow one too. Thanks for the effort taking the pictures and posting them.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] worktorest:
It's nice but costs a little too much don't you think? You can get a quality case with that money.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] yvliew:
How do I order from Gmarket? I'm not sure which to select as its in Korean. Which is black? I want to get black ones.. Can someone help me here?? Thanks~
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Chahk:
Use Chrome browser with Google Translate extension.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] yvliew:
It does not convert the selection. Just that part doesn't. I have no idea why...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
It won't

The drop down selection is:

Black

White

Orange

Yellow
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] yvliew:
thanks. but after looking at the shipping, it almost cost as much as the cover.. Are there any alternative websites that I can buy from? I wish taobao has them....
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Chahk:
Works for me:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] THaltof:
New order has been registered.

Color:

BLACK

:fingers-crossed:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pfizzle:
how much was your total? I wanted to get a black one as well
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] THaltof:
Total price with shipping to Czech Republic was 34,040 KRW = 31.79$ :) Not bad price for me...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] the Doctor:
I love it, even though I wouldn't be caught dead with it :) It looks like a pumpkin :laugh: If you happen to live on the East Coast and I see in you in a mall, I'll stop and introduce myself.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
Hahaha

Yeah, it makes my phone stand out. That's for sure. My phone now looks like half of an orange dreamsicle, but I do like the look in any case.

As a side note: After finding the Samsung Protective Cover+ as not fitting properly, I think it would be much appreciated if those who order this cover make a note on here as to whether their cases still fit the phone properly - i.e., LifeProof, Seido Obex, Otterbox, bumpers, & etc. It'd be useful.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Chahk:
Why would you want to cover up this beautiful new back plate with a case?!

I'm just getting a tempered glass screen protector.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
I'm clumsy by nature. lol
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Lympe:
I just pre-ordered the white one from expansys. 13€ + 3.95 shipping.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Brainhunter:
I preordered the Jet Black edition from Expansys, totals to $27.49 CAD including shipping.

Will post feedback once received.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Bstin:
I emailed Expansys (USA) about the availability of the leather back cover

So it looks like there is no ETA on the covers apparently.

Also if I choose to buy one of these (which will most likely happen) does anyone know of any good not too bulky bumper cases?

Or does anyone know if they will fit?

I found this plastic one: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Min-order-2pcs-Free-shipping-Fashion-Candy-color-Bumper-case-For-samsung-Galaxy-s4-siv-i9500/1335953471.html

and this one seems nice, but a little too bulky: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2014-New-Wood-Aluminum-Bumper-Case-Cover-For-samsung-galaxy-s4-i9500-Cases-wooden-Metal-Frame/1615805060.html
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] VinhFTW:
I ordered one of these

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GKZKM2K?vs=1

And this bumper case with no backing

http://www.idamericany.com/shop/galaxy/galaxy-s4/cushiband-gs4.html

The bumper looks pretty thick in the pictures but not so bad in a couple of YouTube videos. Hopefully it'll look right!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
Well. This sucks. In my pride of having an awesome new S4 for the past two months, I have just dropped it and accidentally stepped on it for the first time without a case.

Back to the Rezound for a while. *sigh*
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] jus71n:
Well I'm in the UK and have been looking for the new rear cover for months with no luck, I chanced upon a black edition on ebay and after some negotiations I paid £300 for it (brand new) I had a 10% off eBay voucher so I paid £270. I then sold my 10 month old S4 for £280 to a friend so got a new phone, scratch free, with the leather back and made £10 profit. .... result.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] the Doctor:
I'll give you $10 for the pumpkin orange back cover on it. :D

[Cafe pours salt into liqwidzero's fresh, bleeding wound...]
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] gotluck:
considering buying a black one from gmarket, chrome translate extension is protip for sure

seems to be ~$36 to the US

pretty steep, but it looks so much better!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] HACKDROID_X:
Thats a great deal ! how did you get the 10% ebay voucher ? I have a red s4 that i wish to sell
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Reignogleph MMXI:
Sorry to hear that! Were you able to repair or replace it?

This is why I've been reticent to use case-recalcitrant back covers. Have you looked at the Note 3 to see how case-makers' solutions and cases differ from the S4's apart from the obvious (dimensions)?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
Nah. I went back to my Rezound until I can get it repaired. I called Samsung, and they quoted me somewhere at about $200 for a complete repair, which is, from what I can see, cheaper than doing it myself. So I'll do that next week.

Now, as far as the cover goes, I think this is due to how the faux leather back cover is flanged while the regular cover is completely rounded. It kind of changes the structure in a way. But I can do that later and post some factual findings.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] :
Is only the screen cracked? No other damage? If the only screen is cracked, I can give you a guide on how to easily replace it for ~$10. Did my father's S3 and it came out looking like new.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pRo_lama:
I bought 2 pieces. So I will report after receiving package.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Daistaar:
Do you guys know if they are doing S-View covers with the faux leather? Deep Black sview would be the perfect and most likely last case for me.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] inick73376:
Is anyone Selling the Faux Leather Black Back? Would love to have this on my White S4 only one they had in Stock back in August :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mydonose:
For the German Customers :

http://www.expansys.de/samsung-battery-cover-for-samsung-galaxy-s4-jet-black-258340/

☺☺☺☺☺

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[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] baleoncito:
Beautiful
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] liqwidzero:
By screen, I mean both the glass and the AMOLED - at least, the AMOLED display does not turn on at all.

LUCKILY, I was able to get my S4 in on an extended warranty deal. So much better than shelling out another $200 to fix it. So it looks like I'm going to be paying Samsung $200 to fix this. I'd fix it myself, but the screen and AMOLED panel cost way too much. Well... after many estimates, the online repair form from Samsung says it'll only cost $70 to get it all fixed... wut? That's cheap.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] troy.mqn:
I just got my Black Note-style S4 battery cover after ordering it from the gmarket link, which has been posted.

I snapped some photos, which I attached.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Wiidesire:
Video of the cover:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKkjPS_206E

Some pictures:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] gte460z:
Is there an actual leather texture/feel to these or is it just plastic with a leather pattern?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Chahk:
Both. The cover is made out of plastic, but with a bumpy texture that feels leather-y. Gives a much better non-slip grip than the default one that ships with the GS4.

It's identical to the covers on Galaxy Note 3, so if you're curious just visit a local carrier store (AT&T, T-Mobile or Verizon should have one on display) and handle one of them.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] the Doctor:
I just looked at the i9500 Black Edition at a phone shop that is an authorized Samsung dealer in Phnom Penh. The cover looked "OK" at best. The hole for the camera had a sloppy fit and the grain was glossy black in the middle but matte/flat black toward the ends. And this was on a phone with a 1yr. warranty from Samsung. I'm not sure I'm willing to drop $30 for a cover with that kind of quality.

On another note, has anyone received a part from Expansys, and if so, did it have the TV antenna cutout?

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And on yet another note, Expansys USA is now taking pre-orders for $18 + $4 shipping:

http://www.expansys-usa.com/samsung-battery-cover-for-samsung-galaxy-s4-jet-black-258340/
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] THaltof:
Just after one week I've received a package with this case. Unbelievably fast delivery directly to my home :good:

Please check enclosed pictures of this case. Perfect quality, grip, no fingerprints, very thin as original.

Nothing more to say. Just BUY THIS COVER :cool:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Alestilohomer:
Nice shots! Thanks for the photos, the cover looks amazing!

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[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kms108:
Should be available in hong kong anytime now, the S4 with the new battery cover has just been released in hong kong, the same cover for the note 3 is sold for usd 12.6, so these should also be around the same.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Netuser:
Hope it come to ebay with better price would like to get all 3 colors :D
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] The Jack of Clubs:
that looks so much nicer. its amazing samsung didnt put this on the s5 and went for a rubber bandaid look.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] the Doctor:
Based on your photos, the quality of the cover you received is much better than what I saw on the i9500 Black Edition at the phone shop yesterday.

I just hope you didn't take those pics with an iPhone :p

+1 What were they thinking? :eek:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] abelov00:
How can I get this cover in Ukraine. I'm getting crazy of it. Please help!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] AdnEkiz:
Probably will have them in stores and operators after time.This is the back cover of the new Galaxy S4 Black Edition
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sumbeam:
One black ordered now in Korea.

Thanks!!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] rkadve:
Here you go:

http://item2.gmarket.co.kr/English/detailview/item.aspx?goodscode=513654655
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sumbeam:
Hi guys!

I found "Gmarket store" on eBay... same logo, similar products...

http://stores.ebay.com/gmarket-selectshop

But... I don't understand... I thought that Gmarket was a "kind of" ebay... I'm a little confused.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Netuser:
Did you find the cover in that store?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kms108:
ebay owns gmarket.

but the advantage of gmarket is, there is less or no fakes, all items is shipped out from seller to gmarket, then gmarket to the buyer.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] du1sbo:
I bought my covers, black, white and orange last Thursday March 20th and it got delivered to my house in Texas yesterday March 25th. I think that's blazing fast. I am very satisfied and my phone looks so much better :):D
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] fmps1987:
I bought only the black cover, and i love the touch feel. This is the best cover to s4

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[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] The Jack of Clubs:
now if only i could get it from somewhere that it would not cost $35 to get it to me.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sheppy1:
I'm thinking of ordering one of these to be delivered to the UK. Does anyone know how much I'm likely going to be charged for customs?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] :
To anyone ordering from Gmarket, you can get a 50% off discount coupon if you are a new member!

gpromotion.gmarket.co.kr/Plan/PlanView?sid=123872

I will be getting the black back cover.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] WishinItWas:
Thanks for posting, I just looking into it and its still $28 total to ship to the US :(
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] du1sbo:
That's why I ended up buying 3 colors, black, white and orange to save on shipping cost. Shipping for me is $25.99 To Houston Texas. I'm loving this cover, the phone feels elegant now, I always want a naked phone anyways :D
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] The Jack of Clubs:
so you live in houston eh? dont be alarmed if one of those disappear while your away. i hear they do that some times. >.>
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] du1sbo:
Lol I already have it since yesterday. Bought it last Thursday, it came yesterday :):beer:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Netuser:
You bought 3 ? How much was grand total ?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] du1sbo:
$69.67 total
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sheppy1:
Wish I'd have known about the discount before I ordered but oh well..came to £20 with postage to the UK and there won't be any extra chargers for customs either :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] gotluck:
dammit looks like black is sold out
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mydonose:
Hi guys, does someone ordered the cover from www.expansys.de? If yes, does this have a gap on the left corner? Cause the Korean Version of S4 has a Extra Antenna and this gap is for this

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[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kms108:
People should wait instead of paying high prices for these covers, the phones are starting to be released around the world, i'm sure the covers will be available soon as a optional accessories.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] abelov00:
I think they (samsung) won't do this. If anyone wants a note3 back cover on s4, just buy a s4 black edition))))
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Chahk:
First, I don't see how other people paying "high prices" impacts you in any way. Second, there's a huge "if" for Samsung releasing accessories for older phone models when they just released a new flagship (S5.)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kms108:
they have released battery covers for other phones, so I don't see why it's not possible.

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I never did say it will affect me in anyway, it's just a suggestion, like many people here who are buying from korea gmarket, i as well buy from them, but buying for korea is rather expensive.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] xchilloutx:
Arrived from gmarket today! Must say it looks and feels awesome. Like a whole new phone, so much more premium than the plastic and it has a better grip and feel too. Would recommend (Y)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Netuser:
No more black version and the sale of 50% ends tonight , why I didnot ordered before :(
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] gotluck:
bit the bullet at $28.12 with the coupon to the US for a black one

does not say sold out for me now, hopefully it's true
[G2 and Desire Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Turmin:
Is HTC desire Z supprts android 4.2??
[G2 and Desire Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fadedout:
Here is the HTC Desire Z Dev Forum with ROMs available.

http://xdaforums.com/htc-desire-z/development?nocache=1&z=1964812254315798

Surprisingly it does support up to CM11/KK4.4. It was a great phone but I'm surprised people are still able to get use out of them. I still have one but it's fallen to bits over the years...
[G2 and Desire Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] WizardStan:
I just upgraded mine to 4.4 with this ROM and am really enjoying it. It is actually far more responsive than the CM7 I've been running for years, and definitely better than all of the ICS releases I have tried over the years. I thought for sure I'd have to get a new phone but now I'm so happy!
[G2 and Desire Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zusatzmetall:
Q

Hi

I have the same ROM, this one is really nice.

My Problem with this ROM is that the most APK don´t run. Have you the same Problem? (Subway Surfer, Winter games etc.)
[G2 and Desire Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] WizardStan:
I haven't tried a lot but haven't had any problems so far with the stuff I have. Let me try this "Subway Surfers"...

Yup, black screen. Chews up a bunch of RAM and then doesn't seem to go anywhere. System is pretty unresponsive, making it difficult to get back to the home screen for several seconds. Did you have a different ROM that it was working on before?

---------- Post added at 03:40 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:54 PM ----------

The black screen problem with Subway Surfers appears to be a very common problem.

Workaround posted here suggests the only way to fix it is to use an older version. A lot of games seem to be having this problem since 4.2.2, nothing to do with this ROM in particular.

I've no problems, there are tens of thousands of games that work just fine. If developers don't want the ad revenue from users on newer operating systems then that's their loss.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ahmed990:
Hi all,

who can make [FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.4.1.B.0.101 Generic MEA or find any please give me it:crying:...

Thank you
[HTC One V] mcgi5sr2:
Dear all,

I have recently managed to modify Lloirs SlimBean 3.1 rom to both update the apps and adjust the themes, so I thought I would take the time to share how this can be done with you all.

This guide will not tell you how to build a rom from source, but instead how to initially ruin the perfectly good rom someone else made, and then eventually customise it to your little hearts content without ever having to ./make it.

The intent of the guide is to cover

rom.zip File structure

apks & apktool

SystemUI and framework-res.apk

Anything amazing I haven't thought of yet

The first thing to realise is that both the rom file that you flash and the .apk files within it are all basically .zip files and can be opened using 7zip or other linux variants like fileroller. So if all you want to do is open up the rom and poke around, then I suggest you do just that. Its a great place to start to try and get your head around what is going on in there!

I have tried to do all of these modifications with the minimum install of tools and whatnot, as I like to be as close to what is actually being done as possible. There are a variety of all in one tools available, and a quick search of XDA will find them. In my experience these tend to become outdated quite quickly or development stops. So best to learn from the basics, which means the lowest level of tool possible.

With all that said I strongly recommend getting your mits on Gimp-2.8, fileroller and apktool.

sudo apt-get install gimp file-roller

Apktool can be found from the Git - repository or the google code site,

http://code.google.com/p/android-apktool/ I'll add install instructions and info on this tool in the specific section. There is also an excellent XDA thread covering the progress iBotPeaches is making with the tool.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1755243
[HTC One V] mcgi5sr2:
SystemUI and Framework-res

reserved to cover these special apks
[HTC One V] mcgi5sr2:
Forgotten Isle

reserved for any new important things I may want to tag onto the en of this