The Annoying scratch on HTC One

[duytuanbme]

I just love the appearance of One so much that I decided to only put a screen protector on it and everything else just went naked. Until 1 unfortunate day when I put back the phone into my left pocket and suddenly hit it with my handwatch. Well aluminum can't fight with sapphire right guys? And then there appears 1 tiny scratch on the back of my phone. But since on aluminum background, the scratch is very noticable. I swear that single tiny scratch itches the hell out of me. So I completely change my mind after 2 years of using naked phone. No matter how careful you are, there are chances that you will damage or drop your beloved phone, once or twice or more it depends.And not mentioning the aluminum surface will be wear off eventually by the environment which leads to the hidious look.
So I have bought a case, first to cover that irritating scratch, then to protect my One. I hate case but I can't stand my money being damaged and I love my phone.
I just post to share my experience, protect your phone guys !! It hurts a lot seeing it being damaged, I swear
And btw, are there any way to remove the scratch ? since it pretty deep

 

[Almeuit]

That sucks. I always run naked .

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[srkmagnus]

Soundsl like you can't do anything about that scratch without damaging the rest of the phone. Keep a case or skin on it like you plan on doing is the only thing you can do to prevent further damage -- it doesn't do anything to remove or ease your concerns about the current scratch, but will help in the future.

What case did you end up purchasing?

 

[duytuanbme]

Soundsl like you can't do anything about that scratch without damaging the rest of the phone. Keep a case or skin on it like you plan on doing is the only thing you can do to prevent further damage -- it doesn't do anything to remove or ease your concerns about the current scratch, but will help in the future.

What case did you end up purchasing?

First I bought a SGP Ultra Thin Air, but since it's quite transparent I can still notice the scratch, and again, it annoys me.
So I switch to a black Nilkin one, a bit slipery but feels better, less annoying since I can't see the scratch
Cost me nearly 20$...

 

[Topgonzo]

Can you post a pic? I go naked and have a few light scratches but they aren't real noticeable and the aluminum finish kind of wiped off... I'm interested in how bad your scratch looks

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[Nemephosis]

My One goes commando. As long as the screen stays damage free, I don't care so much if the back of it gets scuffed. The back isn't what I spend my time looking at. Sorry that happened to you though.

 

[Topgonzo]

My One goes commando. As long as the screen stays damage free, I don't care so much if the back of it gets scuffed. The back isn't what I spend my time looking at. Sorry that happened to you though.

That's the same way I feel.. Don't care about little scratches..

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[duytuanbme]

Can you post a pic? I go naked and have a few light scratches but they aren't real noticeable and the aluminum finish kind of wiped off... I'm interested in how bad your scratch looks

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Here it is
I supposed mine is considered to be a crack rather than a scratch
Don't go naked, get a case before it's too late
And 1 advantage of wearing case is I feel more confident when put my phone on any surface without fearing the camera being damaged, no need to be gentle, good point though

 

[duytuanbme]

My One goes commando. As long as the screen stays damage free, I don't care so much if the back of it gets scuffed. The back isn't what I spend my time looking at. Sorry that happened to you though.

well TBH I love the back than the front
it feels so awesome when touching the smooth and cold aluminum body and I love looking at it

 

[NastyNeil]

Has anyone been able to get rid of scratches or dings on the polished edges?

 

[jlongrc]

Yeah, that's my nightmare. I love how it looks, but I know it would start looking very used shortly after I begin using it naked. I take it out sometimes just to look at it for a while (LOL) but it is in its Otterbox Commuter most of the time. The nice thing is that I can sell it at the end of its life and probably make the 200 bucks I paid for it, as it looks new.

 

[Almeuit]

When you guys get the scratches is it in a pocket with things? I have a dedicated phone pocket where only my phone goes.

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[Topgonzo]

When you guys get the scratches is it in a pocket with things? I have a dedicated phone pocket where only my phone goes.

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Do you ever put your keys in your pocket? Which one do you use for your phone?
I use my back right pocket

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[Almeuit]

Do you ever put your keys in your pocket? Which one do you use for your phone?
I use my back right pocket

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Keys left. Wallet left. Phone right .

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[TarekElsakka]

I installed a screen protector immediately out of the box as well as a HTC Double Dip Flip cover the second day because it was out of stock the day I bought the device. I like to protect my investments and I absolutely hate scratches, especially since I used iPhones for a very long time and I know how irritating they can be, especially since you really can't do anything about them.

 

[Topgonzo]

Keys left. Wallet left. Phone right .

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The reason I asked is because I used to put mine in my right front but my jeans have a small metal button I will attach a pic.. And I was worried when I put it in face down it might scratch the screen..

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[bembol]

When you guys get the scratches is it in a pocket with things? I have a dedicated phone pocket where only my phone goes.

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It's something I'm trying to get used to.

I use left pocket.

 

[Nemephosis]

Well I say I use my phone without a case, but I have a Nikon camera bag that I keep it in when it is in my pocket, so it isn't like I am barebacking it in my pocket or anything.

And it's only ever either in my hand or in my pocket when I am in public. I'm not afraid of damaging it, really.

 

[Nreeldeep]

That sucks. I always run naked .

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Outside?

 

[david1357y]

I can feel you man. Today also I've just noticed my Lumia 920 got scratch deeply right in the center of the camera lens. It's camera is one of the reason I got it and now it seem like the camera function is flying away. That's why I appreciate the crystals glass lens use in iPhone 5 since all of the phones I've used always have scratch on the lens.

In other words, the scratch on the back of your htc One can be your own phone signature. It's unique; and you can spot your phone right away comparing to other.

I am using htc One in black. Can't imagine how bad it is when having scratch.