Hello all.
Just wanted to post a video of a custom wireless charging cradle I built.
My first project building out of wood (American black walnut to be precise!)
I may look into finishing it with a varnish / stain but it's something I know nothing about and so will need to read up on.
The back cover on my G3 may look a little different. That's because I sanded it down to get rid of the brushed metal look. Instead it now has more of a soft, matte plastic feel which I prefer and feels a bit more grippy.
Thanks for looking.
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Kewl man.
Wow looks great! I like the angled position of the G3, might not be as convenient but it's really nice! :good:
Thanks folks!
Build me one lol
2SHAYNEZ
Amazing, it´s looks very nice
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Today I converted my black 1 1/2 year old Evo 3D to a sweet looking white and silver. Wow 1 1/2 years already!! Well I found the HTC knock off with all the white buttons on Ebay, look for it yourself unless someone lets me know if I can post an item number or link. Well the battery door looks perfect and no different then the original white door. I decided to remove the metal front housing with a little pull since it was already loose from wear and tear. It came off completely with no bends. Watch out the camera button and 2D-3D buttons will fly off! I then cleaned all the adhesive off the back of it and the phone with goo-gone and some nail polish remover. I grabbed my dremmel and with a steal wire brush wheel attachment began to remove the black paint. Then I buffed it with a fabric wheel and it came out sweet! much better then painting. Not smooth but ruff and shiny. It mached the silver on the battery cover nicely. I then washed it and got ready to install it. I placed the buttons in place then applied brush on crazy glue on the lower half where the buttons are and then glued it. Be carfull not to glue the button or switch, a little glue goes a long way!!! I then pulled it back glued the upper half and bammm it was tight and straight. Wow it looks so cool! I love it! it cost me 15 for the battery cover and 3 bucks for the glue. I already had a dremmel kit with all the attachments. For 18 bucks I now have a cool looking white Evo 3D! :victory:I will post a pic if you like but you can pretty much imagine how it looks. FYI dont try to paint the black front face...it will just rub off like the original crappy HTC paint or worse.
Peace!
A pic would be cool... i might consider doing this myself
immajew69 said:
A pic would be cool... i might consider doing this myself
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Ok here are a couple of pics....It looks shinier then on the pics. Had to use another phone to take the pics. The semi dark shades on the metal are from the metal itself not left over paint. I think its some kind of aluminum alloy or something. It gives it a semi ruff look, I love it cause it looks custom! Also the smooth texture of the raw metal feels so cool!
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Very nice! Good job!
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Very nice! Good job!
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Thanks!
Looks cool, I'd shoot the metal with a matte or semi gloss clear coat. Will protect the metal from tarnishing.
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KB112 said:
Looks cool, I'd shoot the metal with a matte or semi gloss clear coat. Will protect the metal from tarnishing.
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Thanks...Everyone at my job loves it. Yes it will eventually tarnish if it is aluminum. I believe its some type of mix aluminum. If it tarnishes I'll just run the disc on it again and clean it right up back to shine. I guess well see how long it stays clean.
Hey Guys,
i'm searching for a case for my Evo 3D, that does have a metal "Plate" on the Back.
I didn't find anything useful by now, so maybe one of you has seen such a Case...
More or less like this but for my Evo:
http://www.ebay.de/itm/Apple-iPhone..._PDA_Taschen_Schutzhüllen&hash=item43b4a223c1
Background-Story is, that I want to engrave it, but that only works with metallic Surfaces.
Therefore a flat surface would be great, because on round surfaces it is quite annoying to work with the CNC Machine...
And if possible no brushed Surface like in the eBay-Link but more like a polished or natural one.
Thanks for your contributions!
Case: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JW7AYYE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I purchased this case from amazon. With the thought in-mind that I could create my own graphics for the frosted back. The materials for the case are as expected, and seem to have a nice quality and feel to them. The black rubberized area around the perimeter of the case doesn't seem to get in the way of any charging, headphones, or the ir blaster, everything seems to work well.
The frosted back has a noticeably different texture and hardness than the rubberized perimeter. Overall the case doesn't add much by way of bulk or size to the phone, and the ability to create your own graphics is wonderful. Great case, I'm immensely satisfied!
I've attached a number of photos showing some random designs I've created using some random stuff from google images, and attached a zip with the photoshop template to create your own. Enjoy!
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Case: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JW7AYYE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I've attached a number of photos showing some random designs I've created using some random stuff from google images, and attached a zip with the photoshop template to create your own. Enjoy!
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Very nice. Creative.
Definitely a solid case, although I find the hard edges of the case change the feel of the phone in my hand a bit too much for preference. Makes it more angular rather than super slim and curved. That said, I may not be able to resist slapping the Supcase back on with a custom design once in a while!
Thanks for sharing the template!
I also have this case and can confirm it is great quality and feels nice in the hand. But a bit bulky for me so will try the official Quickcicle case.
jah said:
I also have this case and can confirm it is great quality and feels nice in the hand. But a bit bulky for me so will try the official Quickcicle case.
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Same. I mean it's a thin case, but the phone is big. I might prefer even thinner case even at the cost of don't protection. Think this case will protect well. I don't find the edges a problem.
Have my eye on oem black cover replacement case eventually
I have the supcase as well and was at first amazed by its looks and build quality but eventually let down by its ergonomics and feel in the hand. My Caseology just feels way more comfortable to use while still looking pretty good
Transmission sent from my LG G3.
what type of printer
can you tell us what type of printer you used to make those designs ? and what kind of paper ? I just ordered the case
thanks in advance:good:
I ordered the Grey/Frost Clear one from Amazon, and it looks great on my white G3. The .3mm iCarez glass screen protector fits like a glove inside the case's bumpers on the front, making the whole thing completely seamless. Once I get my wireless charging sticker (and maybe a MicroSD down the line sometime), my G3 is set to go - I am EXTREMELY pleased with this combination.
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I ordered the Grey/Frost Clear one from Amazon, and it looks great on my white G3. The .3mm iCarez glass screen protector fits like a glove inside the case's bumpers on the front, making the whole thing completely seamless. Once I get my wireless charging sticker (and maybe a MicroSD down the line sometime), my G3 is set to go - I am EXTREMELY pleased with this combination.
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Almost exact same setup, except I have the Black/Frost one. Happy too.
lexluthor said:
Almost exact same setup, except I have the Black/Frost one. Happy too.
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I was going to get the same one, but some post here are giving me second thoughts. how are the ergonomics?
firecutter23 said:
can you tell us what type of printer you used to make those designs ? and what kind of paper ? I just ordered the case
thanks in advance:good:
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I used a laser color printer... My inkjet just wasn't good enough quality, though, your milage may vary!
patthebaker17 said:
I was going to get the same one, but some post here are giving me second thoughts. how are the ergonomics?
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Imagine the phone being 2mm bigger in all ways except the front, with grippy rubber sides and you have this case. The shape is pretty much identical to the phone itself; same curve to the back and all.
Awesome! I also have this case and this material is very high quality. Great idea and job, congrats, using this template for made my covers... But, i tried create one template for case Spigen Ultra Hybrid and don't have success. So, are you can help-me? Ty :fingers-crossed:
Any chance you can scan the empty case and send me a Png or jpg ?
I have don't scanner, but took some pictures using ruler. Hope that helps.
Remove the spaces from the link.
Thank you for your attention and help.
dropbox. com /sh/r7lf0j20j5me1be/AAArzoLGCA8_wDmgRls3YQ8La
mine just arrived, i bought the black/frost clear one, too.
really pleased about how it fits, how it feels, and how it looks like. the shape of the bumper sides and the lips, the micro usb and 3.5mm port cut out, everything feels great!
i'm just worried about how long the frost clear black will hold up until it went yellowish, just like any transparent materials.
How is the back holding up from scratches?
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How is the back holding up from scratches?
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No scratches at all on mine. Looks as good as they day I got it.
hey guys
this is something I modified just for the sake of it
it maybe a bit extreme
but I do enjoy tinkering with stuff
I just got the case off ebay with foam for about £16. cut out the shapes so the tablet and accessories would fit nicely
and I had the 2 brushed stainless steel NVidia logo plates laser cut at work
and used some green vinyl for the logo background
That is extremely cool. Great job!
Looks like the case for the special edition of Bladerunner :thumbup:
Well, got a surprise from the post office as they delivered my skins today! Just installed the Distressed tan skin and wow, I now have the sexiest N6 ever! Thanks so much @slickwraps! I did take the stock plastic cover off and I am using a old skin as a base layer below the leather skin. Sits flush with the phone now and looks like it was made to be there. The leather is top quality, smells great and is super grippy, way grippier than the carbon fiber skin I had. Because this ****s flush, you can use any case you want. I am using the Ringke Slim fit for when I'm at work. Enjoy the pics.
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. . .I did take the stock plastic cover off and I am using a old skin as a base layer below the leather skin. . .
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So you removed the actual phone back that has the dimple and "Nexus" on it?
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So you removed the actual phone back that has the dimple and "Nexus" on it?
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Yes.
I just installed mine and now wish I had removed my back for the sexy flush look
skusa93 said:
I just installed mine and now wish I had removed my back for the sexy flush look
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You still can if you remove it properly so I wouldn't worry.
rx2mazda said:
Well, got a surprise from the post office as they delivered my skins today! Just installed the Distressed tan skin and wow, I now have the sexiest N6 ever! Thanks so much @slickwraps! I did take the stock plastic cover off and I am using a old skin as a base layer below the leather skin. Sits flush with the phone now and looks like it was made to be there. The leather is top quality, smells great and is super grippy, way grippier than the carbon fiber skin I had. Because this ****s flush, you can use any case you want. I am using the Ringke Slim fit for when I'm at work. Enjoy the pics.
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Well done!
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Does qi wireless charging still work after you do this?
rx2mazda said:
Yes.
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Did you polish the aluminum on your phone?
Wow that looks great!
Dusty Rhodes said:
Does qi wireless charging still work after you do this?
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Yes it does.
Jacob030 said:
Did you polish the aluminum on your phone?
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Yes, you can probably tell from the black around the trim that this started as a blue N6. Just sanded away.
Looks good.
This is soo cool, well done! Also, the metal part is awesome! I am still waiting for my leather to arrive from slick wraps. As you have stated in your post, you have put the leather on top of your old skin, was it due to a thin leather? Or what was the reason?
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This is soo cool, well done! Also, the metal part is awesome! I am still waiting for my leather to arrive from slick wraps. As you have stated in your post, you have put the leather on top of your old skin, was it due to a thin leather? Or what was the reason?
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First reason was because I wanted a buffer in between to cover the holes(pattern)so the leather wouldn't show these "dips", just a smooth leather back. I also wanted protection for the ribbon cable for the side buttons that runs back there, I didn't know how ofter I would be swapping skins and I didn't want it pulling up on that ribbon when I took it off.
I also have the Bamboo back and a extra middle housing and I can tell you that the bamboo won't work as is. It's maybe .2 inches too wide so it bows in the middle. Not a huge problem since it's Natural wood and can be sanded very easily(carefully)to fit. This is what I'm going to do. Just take about .1 inches off both sides and it should be Golden.
Awasome!
Regarding the sanding of the metal part, how hard was it to sand the buttons? I have a white version of nexus, but now seeing how brushed/polished metal frame looks makes me think of doing same ?!
PanBitco said:
Awasome!
Regarding the sanding of the metal part, how hard was it to sand the buttons? I have a white version of nexus, but now seeing how brushed/polished metal frame looks makes me think of doing same !
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I left the buttons just natural aluminum. My hand was sore from polishing the frame so I gave up lol!
I just did the same thing with mine. I was ****ting bricks while removing the back plate in fear of damaging the ribbon cable, but damn was it worth it.
I'd post pics, but having nothing to take pictures with at the moment
swimdude1120 said:
I just did the same thing with mine. I was ****ting bricks while removing the back plate in fear of damaging the ribbon cable, but damn was it worth it.
I'd post pics, but having nothing to take pictures with at the moment
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NICE! What Leather did you go with? I'm wondering how the Darker one looks, I might order it!
rx2mazda said:
NICE! What Leather did you go with? I'm wondering how the Darker one looks, I might order it!
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I went with the darker leather and it looks pretty damn nice I have to say on my Midnight blue!
Does the blue sand away easily and what grit sandpaper did you use?
swimdude1120 said:
I went with the darker leather and it looks pretty damn nice I have to say on my Midnight blue!
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Pic????