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Accessories HTC 2150 + Dremel + VZW Red Case

AlexNC said:
Can you please post some pictures. This is exactly what I was planning on doing, and it would be great to see some pictures before wasting my money. Thanks.
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Yea sure, need to get home to do so however. I'll post some up later tonight.
 
Has anyone else done this? I am waiting on a cse in the mail before tryign this. I am just concerned with how the corners are going to come out.
 
MooN said:
I purchased the black silicone case along with my extended battery after seeing this mod. I cut out the back and popped it on.

While it provides adequate protection, the phone was overall too bulky for my tastes. Hate the bulge from the battery and with the case, it was way too much. So I just go back to being naked. I love throwing money away!
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Yes, please post pictures.

I was going to return the 2150 and get the Seidio 3500 and do this, but now I'm wary.

I suggest you keep the 2150 and purchase a Nexus One sleeve for $15. That's what I wanted to do, except I was worried about dropping the phone while handling it, during which the sleeve is obviously not on the phone and hence there's no protection.
 
Bearly said:
Yes, please post pictures.

I was going to return the 2150 and get the Seidio 3500 and do this, but now I'm wary.

I suggest you keep the 2150 and purchase a Nexus One sleeve for $15. That's what I wanted to do, except I was worried about dropping the phone while handling it, during which the sleeve is obviously not on the phone and hence there's no protection.
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FYI, here are some pics of another users red case. I am still interested in seeing MOONS black case since that is what I own. Plus, I'm curious to see if the black case further helps to hide the hump, visually.
 
Nice work! The two-tone look does it for me.

I'm going to get this battery and try the same on mine.

I bought a similar case off eBay for about $5. If you are nervous with a Dremel, these are cheap enough to buy more than one just in case.
 
I've been wanting to purchase the HTC extended battery for a while now but having the phone naked was not an option, especially not being able to holster it. So thanks to the OP for sharing this awesome idea!

Here's my version of the holster combo with the extended battery. I'm craftsmanship challenged so it's not the best looking finished product but it does serve the purpose for me, which is to have somewhat of protection + ability to holster the phone + have the awesome battery life.

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AlexNC said:
FYI, here are some pics of another users red case. I am still interested in seeing MOONS black case since that is what I own. Plus, I'm curious to see if the black case further helps to hide the hump, visually.
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Who was the member that made this??
 
dan h said:
I've been wanting to purchase the HTC extended battery for a while now but having the phone naked was not an option, especially not being able to holster it. So thanks to the OP for sharing this awesome idea!

Here's my version of the holster combo with the extended battery. I'm craftsmanship challenged so it's not the best looking finished product but it does serve the purpose for me, which is to have somewhat of protection + ability to holster the phone + have the awesome battery life.
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that is a sweet mod job.......
 
I modded my black and red case awhile back and for everyone that's unsure I don't regret it at all couldn't stand not having a case on my phone.
 
I just noticed something - on the extended VZW battery cover, it now covers the red metal ring around the camera lens as well as makes the LED flashes inset into the back.

Isn't this basically an admission that the original back design was flawed in that it allowed the phone to rest on the lens? If not, why change the battery cover design now, especially when you don't really need to because the additional bulk of the battery itself prevents this problem???

Anyway, I was thinking how much better it might look with that red trim ring showing around the lens to break up all that black.
 
itbedave said:
I just noticed something - on the extended VZW battery cover, it now covers the red metal ring around the camera lens as well as makes the LED flashes inset into the back.

Isn't this basically an admission that the original back design was flawed in that it allowed the phone to rest on the lens? If not, why change the battery cover design now, especially when you don't really need to because the additional bulk of the battery itself prevents this problem???

Anyway, I was thinking how much better it might look with that red trim ring showing around the lens to break up all that black.
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Maybe mod the back of the case to make the hole a bit bigger to show the red accent of the ring??
 
You know, I wonder if a dremeled-out case like this would relieve some of the overheating issues I have with my Seidio encased Dinc while car-mounted, using the navigation and charging.
 
What bit do you use with the dremel for plastic cases? I've got an old dremel in the basement and I've got the extended battery just sitting in the box....
 
I just did my clear plastic case. I am going to sand it this afternoon and then I'll post pics. Doesn't look too bad! One thing to note is just when you thought you took off enough material, think again. :-P
 
Ecks said:
I just did my clear plastic case. I am going to sand it this afternoon and then I'll post pics. Doesn't look too bad! One thing to note is just when you thought you took off enough material, think again. :-P
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Yep that was my experience too. It took me about five tries to get enough of the rubber off before it fit.
 
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