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Im tired of the chrome backing!

It smudges, scratches, dents, (Even the smallest show up). Quite frankly, I'm tired of it. It has gotten old. Apple has something better with the iPhone backing - why wasn't this applied to the Touch?
[210 byte] By [Tom009] at [2007-11-11 20:53:21]
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# 1 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
Step 1:) Take a Sponge with a rough side.
Step 2:) Take the rough side and rub down repetitively on the back of the iPod
Step 3:) Enjoy the new effect.
Dogenzaka at 2007-11-15 12:48:45 >
# 2 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
iTouch is thinner. Something gotta give.

Go ahead, do the steel pad thing as per Hack&Modd forum, or spray it with a clear coat. Will not prevent, but adds resistance.
bobb-mini at 2007-11-15 12:49:45 >
# 3 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
knowing myself I'd screw up
Tom009 at 2007-11-15 12:50:43 >
# 4 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
I've always wondered how dust particles can scratch stainless steel...
Quillz at 2007-11-15 12:51:49 >
# 5 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
Just put a screen protector on it. That's what I did.
SephCast at 2007-11-15 12:52:48 >
# 6 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
knowing myself I'd screw up

You can't screw up with rubbing a sponge up and down.
If you do, you might as well donate your brain for lab tests.
Dogenzaka at 2007-11-15 12:53:47 >
# 7 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
Hmm. I'd make it crooked or something dumb like that.
Haha.
Anyone here had experience with the Invisible Shield? Full Body Shield worth it? Does it cover full ipod (Including sides), or just front and back?
Tom009 at 2007-11-15 12:54:51 >
# 8 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
I'm worried about trying the 'brushed metal' look as well. I don't want my sleek device to look tacky.

I detest the chrome backing, it has been ages and they cannot find a better alternative?
Bollocks.
haveyoumetmark at 2007-11-15 12:55:54 >
# 9 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
Well either do the brushed metal effect, do a custom paint job, or live with the chrome backing. Simple as that. :p
Dogenzaka at 2007-11-15 12:56:47 >
# 10 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
I've always wondered how dust particles can scratch stainless steel...
Dust are tinny rocks. Any more question? :)
bobb-mini at 2007-11-15 12:57:48 >
# 11 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
Actually it's more like debris.
Dust is mostly made up of dead skin and dust mite feces.
Dogenzaka at 2007-11-15 12:58:57 >
# 12 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
lol His custom rank says he's 'insanely sarcastic'. So I'm guessing that was 'insane sarcasm'.
haveyoumetmark at 2007-11-15 12:59:55 >
# 13 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
No - no, of course there is all "kinds" of dust. The kind that scratches contain rocks (dirt blown up from the ground). Dust, like when u hear your Mom says she's dusting (feminine lints and cotton fibbers what not) are not the ONLY kind.

BUT, if anybody is concerned about "dust scratching" a steel surface, all u need is a little steel polisher, which contains, yup u guessed it, a polish compound.
bobb-mini at 2007-11-15 13:00:52 >
# 14 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
No - no, of course there is all "kinds" of dust. The kind that scratches contain rocks (dirt blown up from the ground). Dust, like when u hear your Mom says she's dusting (feminine lints and cotton fibbers what not) are not the ONLY kind.

Well I know that, but that's the kind of dust that I call dust. The other kind of dust I just refer to as debris XD.

I had a lot of DEBRIS get caught inbetween my iPod Video and its hard case, and it scratches the metal back. Felt kinda like sand grains.

I say, buy a case when you buy your iPod, if you're so obsessed :p
Dogenzaka at 2007-11-15 13:01:58 >
# 15 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
Isnt it cheaper to use aluminum over chrome? I for one would prefer aluminum or even high quality plastic and so would alot of people over chrome. If it is cheaper then its a no brainer from a business perspective.
Magicster at 2007-11-15 13:02:52 >
# 16 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
I say, buy a case when you buy your iPod, if you're so obsessed :p
Know how u can tell a 1st time iPod owner? :)
bobb-mini at 2007-11-15 13:03:56 >
# 17 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
Know how u can tell a 1st time iPod owner?

No ..?
Dogenzaka at 2007-11-15 13:04:59 >
# 18 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
The iPhone backing... isnt it kinda like a hard plastic instead of metal? I personally like the look of the iPods chrome backing better than the iPhone backing. Sure it is easier to get scratched, but I guess its just an example of beauty over functionality.
Complexis at 2007-11-15 13:06:04 >
# 19 Re: Im tired of the chrome backing!
I have always favored a case like Nano2s. Perfect compromise of look vs ez (practically-no) maintenance and sturdiness.
bobb-mini at 2007-11-15 13:07:02 >
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