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[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
here is an update on the back cover for the i9000

the official hong kong white version cost about USD 23 direct from samsung.

official hong kong white version with google printing from yahoo hong kong is about USD 13.

http://hk.f1.page.auctions.yahoo.com/hk/auction/b17670256?

official white korean version with network logo from yahoo hong kong is about USD 12.

http://hk.f1.page.auctions.yahoo.com/hk/auction/1126522408

official pink korean version with network logo from yahoo hong kong is about USD 16.

http://hk.f1.page.auctions.yahoo.com/hk/auction/b17706414

unbrand (non original) from about USD 6.

kms

sites are in chinese, if interested i can buy for you, I only charge actual item cost, packaging and shipping.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
Try looking for this from the internet or ebay, momax is well known for making high quality batteries for many brands of phones, so the battery for the i9000 are reliable, and the actual item from this link, is very high quallty, i've actually seen the item, and may consider buying it.

anyway, the back cover for both white and black are glossy, and is little thicker than of the original cover from samsung.

http://hk.f1.page.auctions.yahoo.com/hk/auction/1126544942?u=mobimega

http://hk.f1.page.auctions.yahoo.com/hk/auction/1126492674?&u=:kenkycheung&tp=
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Chad_Petree:
This one looks awesome! do u live in china? is it 13 $ ?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
i'm living in hong kong, the item is a listing in www.yahoo.com.hk for HKD98, thats about USD13.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Chad_Petree:
the thing is i live in latin america , will the postal service work ? xD :(
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] drakenabarion:
I searched for hours on the internet and never found this brand. Seems to have a good selection of batteries. It looks interesting. I have a 3500amv battery so if that doest fit, do you think I will lose out on a lot of time with a 2700amh battery?

[edit]Misread my battery specifications. Looks like I'll be getting that case. Or both that case and the battery. Anything is better than the case I currently have.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
search for momax on ebay.

forgot to mention, the cell is made by LG
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] dji:
still no metallic backplates available?

also what is the cheapest option available to get an OEM backplate for the international version of the Galaxy S (i9000)?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
Matalic colour covers are available, but only paint on plastic, for the cheapest, see my previous post.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] oswade:
Got my fake leather backplate today. It looks alright, but the build/fit is a bit shoddy so I wouldn't really recommend it (for 6 bucks). Not really any other soft back options though.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] deadgamer:
found a guy selling original (allegedly) Anycall backplates on eBay for $13

looks interesting, I might order ordered a white one just to see how it looks. will see how it goes.

hxxp://cgi.ebay.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-I9000-VIBRANT-BATTERY-Door-Case-cover-/160537253213?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2560c4155d
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
if i'm not mistaking, the korean version has a tv function on their version of i9000, so the back covers should have a opening on one of the top corners, this is also the same if you buy the sgp slider case, there is a opening in the corner
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] 94kram01:
hey,

i'm looking for some metal backlates (not metal coloured plastic..), do you know where I could get one? is there any?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
Hong Kong and China has the most accessories for mobile phones, but I haven't seen any metal covers for the i9000
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] hebelup:
There is no metallic backplates at ebay i am looking it 2 months but i can't find anywhere.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] 94kram01:
those aren't good news ... don't you know any of you guys some manifacturer, that would be able to create it? I mean, if anyone could do that, I'm sure that a few hundred pieces would be bought immediatelly.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] ABundy:
An metal backplate would probably interfere with the aerial signal
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Atb_555:
I bought this one and its perfect so far: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180594132050

I was thinking of getting a second lol
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] marcon10:
go on ebay.com (not .co.uk) and ype in momax there the best :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] skipethan:
Backplate..

Hi folks

Got new backplate but apparently I cant tell you where till I have 8 Posts!!! :rolleyes:
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Zeebad:
Likewise! Although mine hasn't arrived yet.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Galaxy S user:
i have an pdair aluminium case for 20€ (very good case) from amazon.uk and my signal is the same as witout it.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xmsnx:
Why not? Can't type something like ebay . com, item/auction number or whatever website it's from?

You mean one of these or one of these? Could you post the item number for it if it's not these?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] KLoNe1:
Not true, they've got ones for the vibrant (t 959) too, which is the same case as the Galaxy S.

http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/mobile/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-accessories/ET-6T959BCGHSC/index.idx?pagetype=acc_detail&subsubtype=cases-holsters&tab=accCompatible
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] JoePR31:
+1

These should be an exact fit for your Galaxy S's. I plan on ordering one for my TMOUS Vibrant very soon. It should remedy the only thing I don't like about it...that cheap, slick, and flimsy battery cover that looks like it belongs on a phone half the price of the Galaxy S.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] A_M:
Is this actually a replacement backplate, or just another external case/cover?

I too would like something with a more premium and less slippery feel, but am not keen on the trade-off of additional bulkiness that comes with an external case.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xfox:
did anyone try one of these?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] SquidgyB:
Have you watched the end of the video?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] jodeltje:
Yeah, I do too!

It makes the phone look awesome, plus I think it can take quite an impact being wood and all.

Has it been made for another phone besides the iphone? fingeres crossed some company will makes this for the SGS!
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] sareen:
hey i just saw this and i think this might be what ur looking for phantomskinz.com/samsunggalaxysi9000chromatics.aspx
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] DarkVasyaK:
phantomskinz.com/samsunggalaxysi9000chromatics.aspx

is it possible to buy it somewhere in the shop but not throught the internet?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] ghosty_uk:
try the zagg invisi slield, it makes it 1000 times less slippy, almost rubber like
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] andrewluecke:
I'm hoping they do another backplate with an antenna built in that connects to that mysterious jack inside (which might not actually be a jack, but hoping it is).
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] sanderdw:
Wow this one is cool:
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] evoprime23:
well if you guys were just looking at protecting the back casing of our sgs try www.skinit.com ... you can basically create your own design or choose from a range of pre-arranged ones ... unfortunately they dont have the sgs as yet but if its only the back plate you can use the vibrant as they are pretty much the same

im about to create my own as we speak .. :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] cosmoboi:
What I saw is transparent one...
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] cosmoboi:
I only can find those transparent hard casing.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] AllGamer:
i like it

i'll probably order one if i ever need a replacement
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Fireloon:
If only those Zenus cases came with a belt clip:(
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] AllGamer:
i'm using this one
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Fireloon:
Looks very nice;) I'm currently looking for a case and I'll defo keep this one in mind.

The Zenus ones are the ones I like the most but I am looking for a way to be able to attach one to my belt. I find having to pull the phone out of my pocket or waist bag while at work not practical
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] thE_29:
Just 4 info, the phantomskinz i9000 "backplate" is no backplate..

Thats a damn expensive sticker which you put on the original backplate..

I saw it to late and ordered one :(

I want a new backplate, not try to put some expensive sticker on it..
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] DarthV:
Check out some of the youtube vids of the carbon fiber skin, it looks very nice and has a textured feel to it.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] 94kram01:
ABundy, that's interesting, but still not what I'm looking for. I go mad, that iPhone users have this (and ofc only this little:P) advantage :(
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] dillingerdan:
I cannot directly link either but if you look on eBay for a user by the name of fonemaster-uk, he has genuine Black and White backplates and a multitude of cheap alternatives in a variety of colours.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] antsm:
Just got backplates from james_irenequ and here is some photos and impressions.

1. Packed with care ;)

2. So, here they are :)

3. Let's compare with a stock cover. Soft touch beats it!

4. Holes for buttons, camera, etc just as stock cover

5. Good built quality. There is no any issues at first sight.

6. Fits great ;)

7. Now, let's make some kind of handmade ;)

We need something like ... vinyl decals! Yeah!

And it seems to be exactly what we needed: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190380482027

8. Profit! :)

So, we have a fine built cover with soft touch surface, good for modding and great price. Recommended!
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Fuctifino:
I've bought a blue battery cover and just ordered a white one http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/WHITE-Battery..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item20b6cd0234

I also bought a blue hard plastic rear case (can't remember the seller) and I've just ordered one of these: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Thin-Crystal-..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item256105f3ee

A friend of mine is using the white battery cover with the clear hard cover and the combination looks very nice, hence the reason I am buying them as well.

I've never been into pimping my phones but with this stuff so cheap (god bless cheap Chinese manufacturing and the bay of e), it's fun to do even at my age :D
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] MasK:
Awesome.. I got the orange and grey one. Loud colour.. but I love it!
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] mavoso:
thanks for your post, ive ordered the green one for about 6~7€ today.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] snapper.fishes:
Looks like they ran out of grey coloured ones *sad face*
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] dillingerdan:
OK Got mine from Fonemaster-uk or whatever. Don't bother. The 2 I said were official aren't (granted it doesn't say they are, but it doesn't not say it). Screen printed logos you can feel VERY easily. Also, he sent them in jiffy bags. I ordered 5 (1 "official" Black, 1 "Official" White, Red, Blue and Purple cheapos too), which he says for bulk orders he'll send next day. I ordered 5 plus some other stuff, all sent individually (2 haven't arrived), granted he probably means bulk bulk but still, could have saved himself some cash and jiffy bags. I've had the cheap ones before from somewhere else at twice the price, so you get what you get really, they are a decent finish paint wise, but the crack easily at the power button when removing them, and you'll be lucky to get one which fits flush.

The downside is, the £5 ones are the same, the finish is the same it just has screen prinited logos, which are slightly off centre to boot. They don't fit amazingly well (TBF that could be BECAUSE HE PUT THEM IN A JIFFY BAG) The Black one fits well and looks great, like really great, I prefer it over the normal back as it doesn't have the tiny little circles all over it, downside is, that it fits well. All the others leave a small gap dow one side where if looked at at an angle you can see the small plastic tabs, and you can get them off more easily because of it, try and get this off and it cracks by the power button. It doesn't impact them majorly, but it might get worse. Plus you can feel the crack afterwards with your finger/thumb. And if you remove the back a lot (which with you being on this forum you probably do), so be warned if you buy more than one for a choice of colours.

Also most of them have paint which is too thick so you lose the ability to press the power button as easily. Some are easier than others (comparing the red one I had before with the one I got today, the new one is easier to press the PB), so its a complete lottery.

Honestly I just would not recommend these at all. I'll try those ones posted above. I almost bought those before I saw these ones the other day, but give these ones a miss, they just aren't worth it. I think it is about time we bombarded Samsung with requests. I mean how many SGSs sold (10M+), and o official back plates? What the **** are they playing at? Coloured back plates would be a monster hit, especially if we could remove them nicely without them snapping in half (over exaggeration but still).
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] achio1115:
Nope, no real metal replacement backplates just yet. I sell these things at a mall. (Hong Kong)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] KLoNe1:
Thanks. Any chance you could show us which ones you have, and which you think are the best?

Also, is there a carbon fibre backplate? I 'bought' one off eBay, but it never arrived and I haven't been able to find them since :(
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] achio1115:
Sure, don't expect professional shots tho. So far, I've seen carbon fiber-like backplates, and leather-look ones. However, the fittings are hit or miss. I'm holding off until the next batch.

These ones fit the best. But yes, one in... 20? 30? might not fit perfect due to QC issue I guess.

And I currently have this on my i9000. The Iron Man Red, sorta. :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] v4nelle:
achio1115, can we find them on ebay?

or is the same with these?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xmsnx:
I actually bought 2 of those from storesb2c_sz on ebay. 1 white and 1 black, they are ok, but don't fit perfectly, the left side edge feels a bit bigger and also they creak quite a bit. I'd like to know if achio1115 is selling these on ebay too.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] achio1115:
I no longer deal with eBay (not as a reseller anyways)... horrible experience. But yes, those are the ones I got.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] achio1115:
No I don't. I now sell to people who can try them on their phones beforehand. :D
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Davith:
The new T-Mobile Galaxy S 4G has some nice looking backplate. It looks like it's the exact same size and shape as the international stock Galaxy S. I'm hoping we'll be able to purchase it separately. That and its 1650mAh battery.

http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/14/t-mobile-galaxy-s-4g-hands-on/

If anyone ever sees it available somewhere, please give us a shout. :p
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] AllGamer:
i found locally the red and orange one

$30 each
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] borayman:
i bought one near my home....i live in Hong Kong

it costs HKD $ 38, no brand(may be made in china), no printed words

many color options, i choose sharp yellow

piano texture....

better than the default black backplate which always got some of my fingerprint on it!
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xmsnx:
Isn't that a bit expensive? $30 CAD?

For anyone else disappointed like me about the soft touch ones not fitting perfectly, I have found an alternative.

I just got these today and they fit much nicer than the others I had.

The only bad thing is they are glossy and a little slippery but well nice for under $10 for a pack of 4! :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
it's hong kong dollars
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xmsnx:
Ok, lol, that's quite a bit cheaper than I thought then :D
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
if you're in Hong Kong and know ppl, you can get it cheaper, especially in china.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] thunderteaser:
These seem to be the best backplate replacements atm, but the seller has run out of stock of them but green ones. Do you know any other place where we can get the same ones?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] CQDOTCOM:
Please notify us when these cases are ready for sale. Love the iron man red personally. :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] deguz_kusuma:
is this original accesories ? how about the materials?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
Original items are only available in black, white and pink.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] achio1115:
I don't plan to sell them on ebay at all... If you're crazy enough to trust me, I can sell them for USD3.99 a piece plus actual shipping cost. PM if interested, heh :cool:
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] razorhanny:
Those are lovely
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] amwebby:
My battery cover has developed a small split near the on/off button, presumably as a consequence of taking the cover off twice a day to swap batteries ( I'm a power user. ;-))

What is the consensus of this forum? Buy a replacement cover from Samsung? Or is there a better third-party product out there? I must confess to a hankering for a rubber-finish one. Any recommendations on that score?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] CASz:
I would get an original for resale and some coloured ones for fun...but I seem buy everything that comes along.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] amwebby:
I'm increasingly thinking I'd like a rubberized battery cover. The standard back cover is very slippery. I can't seem.to find any of these though. Anyone got any leads?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] mavoso:
ive received the backplate today ( after 1 month :( ) and im not very happy with it. it doesnt fit very well, the left side is slightly open its not properly painted and it feels strange. my first impression was "unhealthfull" ... ive thrown it in the paperbin 5 minutes ago...
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] PatcheZ:
i ordered the black one, similar impression as well... although it only cost me $5 CAD.

when i have time, i'm going to use it as a tester for the 3M fake carbon fiber...

otherwise, i too would toss
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] gtluis:
Guys!

Get the Ultra Silke cover, it protects phone, feels very good to grab, excellent buld quality, and even comes with screen protectors.

Here is a review from another member of our community:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=780000
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xmsnx:
I bought a black and white one in the soft touch material, but like you mine didn't fit well either. So I chucked them, I then ordered these cheap ones, $10 for 4.

I have to say I am much happier with these, even though they are smooth.

The pink, yellow and blue fit perfectly but the silver one didn't, (Gonna try plasticdip or spary paint the pink one) :(

Still not bad for $10.

I have now also ordered one of these from the same seller, but it is the smooth kind. Haven't got it yet but hope it fits :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] snapper.fishes:
You just don't get it do you?

Back plates, not cases. That's why we have a different thread for back plates. It's like telling someone to buy a car when they are looking for a motorcycle.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xmsnx:
Well put :D
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] mavoso:
thx for this tip, gonna give them a chance.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] aiirikx:
the back plate for my sgs its stock but the lower left side doesnt clip in well.. so its a little loose.. i might have to buy a new one :S
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] MasK:
I've got 2 small splits at the top right corner. Hairline.. not very visible. But I guess that's what happens with cheap 3rd party products.

With the good sales of GS, I felt that Samsung should have come out with replacement backplates of diff colour as accessories..
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] amwebby:
Mine is not third-party but the original cover. The point described is a weak point although provably only exposed if you remove the cover as frequently as me.

Samsung doesn't appear to be that interested in the parts and accessories market, in stark contrast to Apple who try and control that just as they try and control every aspect of the user experience.

I've got a third party matte cover on order. Hopefully the matte finish will give better grip and maybe it will be a little thicker at that weak point.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xmsnx:
I think these Anycall ones are original, or should be :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] tyj82:
I m interested. how much to ship to SG. Is it metalic for black too ?

I just drop my i9000 while riding bike. The front survive without scratch but the back plate is gone. Some minor scratch at camera
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] :
Guyz i am from india and just as a few others in this forum i am looking for a replacement ov my back cover. Foes anybody know where in india-new delhi can i find one?? Any ideas??
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] anfearg:
There seems to be a few original white ones now available on eBay.co.uk seeing as the white version is available there now.

Still a bit boring for me though so I ordered one of the lime green ones and a few outline Droid decals too. Ill post pics when I get the lot.

Sent from my Cyanogenmod Galaxy S
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kleingy:
Did you - or anybody - order one of these Anycall backplates? How about the quality? I think I should order at least one... These seem to be really original... :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
The name anycall are used in the Asian countries, unless you want a hole in the top left corner, go for the Hong Kong version, some i9000 in the Asian countries have a antenna in the corner for TV reception.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] fransarj:
need help guys, where can i get the original white SGS back cover? thanks! Can't find anything on ebay
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] fransarj:
Is this one for sale original?

http://global.ebay.com/Original_Samsung_Galaxy_S_Akkudeckel_Cover_weiss_white/250753376845/item
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] fransarj:
awesome! It includes the white buttons and the back plate! paid AUD$48 for shipping and all. Quite expensive, so i hope it's worth it. Haven't seen a white SGS here in australia :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kms108:
i think you should check, i think the buttons are optional.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] fransarj:
yeah it depends on which option you choose for shipping. I sent a message to the seller and he confirmed that he'll be sending me the buttons as well :D can't wait!
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] anfearg:
Good luck with the buttons... Im really interested to know how tricky they are to replace... Its the only thing stopping me buying an official one. ;)
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Bavid:
Would you write about it when you get it please?
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Intratech:
These dudes are claiming that this is genuine white Samsung backplates: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/GENUINE-SAMSUNG-I9000-GALAXY-S-WHITE-BATTERY-BACK-COVER-/130500605065?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhoneAccessories_MobilePhoneFascias_JN&hash=item1e62713489

I looked at the ones from Germany and they have "With Google" on the back and these don't. This makes me think they are fake.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] murugan.m:
Hi team,

can you please advise good cover...

i saw this below cover like original..is it good..

http://cgi.ebay.in/SAMSUNG-i9000-GA...Accessories&hash=item19c45eed0d#ht_2047wt_698

thanks in advance.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] Intratech:
Doesn't look original. The original has carbon fibre like pattern on the back.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] anfearg:
Just got these delivered from China. The green and white ones are not originals as you can tell but they do the job. I got the decals from androidstickers.com to add that personal touch.

Just realised that the image never uploaded

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[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] xmsnx:
I agree, you can see in the pic that the Samsung logo is to one side like all the other soft touch ones.
[Galaxy S I9000 Accessories] kippermois:
i got my white one from ebay

originaly form google with "with google" :]