White Cover Available !

[miomobeach]

There's plenty who've been expecting it...

It's now available ! And here's the link.

One tiny flaw though, it doesn't look like it's the original HTC-branded cover. But I'll go for one anyway ! Don't forget the silver keypad, since it's not the same as the one mounted on the black version. And for those who'd consider switching from white to black, black fittings are available too.

http://cnn.cn/shop/3600dopod-d810-white-housing-p-1699.html

Enjoy =)

[alexk]

nice find, black too

[fluke]

There's plenty who've been expecting it...

It's now available ! And here's the link.

One tiny flaw though, it doesn't look like it's the original HTC-branded cover. But I'll go for one anyway ! Don't forget the silver keypad, since it's not the same as the one mounted on the black version. And for those who'd consider switching from white to black, black fittings are available too.

http://cnn.cn/shop/3600dopod-d810-white-housing-p-1699.html

Enjoy =)

But the black one shows the HTC logo, it's a question of ask them if the with one have it.
cheers

[brandonmm]

anyone know how to change the housing? anyone know where to find maybe a service manual?
thanks.

[cortez.i]

i'll figure out how to remove the old cover once the replacement covers arrive... i ordered 2, just in case i wanted to switch to the white one.

[KamaL]

i'll figure out how to remove the old cover once the replacement covers arrive... i ordered 2, just in case i wanted to switch to the white one.

excellent, let us know :) I'd also love to change my white one to a black one :)

Is there a chance i'll encounter the peeling-off issue known with the black trinities with these covers??

[El_Mariachi]

Ooo I've been looking for something like this, delivery is good for overseas too, I think I'll go for a black one, it's a bit expensive though!

[miomobeach]

I've dropped a message to cnn.cn about the logos on the white version. I'll let you know as soon as I get the answer.

[Hajaz]

hrm. i'm kindof worried about customs when shipping from US to EU.

i recently paid 65€ custom on a 100$ watch fom japan. ouch!

is there any way to get around that, like marking it as low value or a gift? any EUer ordered from CNN.cn before?

[Matterhorn]

hrm. i'm kindof worried about customs when shipping from US to EU.

i recently paid 65€ custom on a 100$ watch fom japan. ouch!

is there any way to get around that, like marking it as low value or a gift? any EUer ordered from CNN.cn before?
I think it really depends on your country, even if you're in the EU. Some countries allow a gift duty free, but a retail outlet won't send a package that way. The UK is apparently really sticky about import duties I've heard.

[my00rs]

Oh yeah, I also concern about why the white one don't have any Dopod or HTC logo on it

Is that real genuine replacement or just some replica from some cheap material?

[cortez.i]

i got both the white and black covers; the black is definitely HTC stock. the white one does not have any HTC markings and, there is a notable difference in the color of the front and back covers. i think the white is aftermarket and poor quality (in my opinion). if you get the white cover you should probably get the sliver "D-Pad", otherwise it will look funny. unfortunately, i ran over my device (by accident, stupidity, carelessness) and didn't have a chance to change the covers.

[akirainblack]

I've just replaced my M700 white cover with the black HTC branded. Man this phone looks so goddamn sexy now it's incredible.
I got the black keypad as well. Silver would have been too garish IMHO.

[miomobeach]

Hi guys,

Just to let you know that cnn.cn answered my mail and stated that both the front and back covers were HTC-branded.

I'll let you know when I receive them.

Cheers

[dimanto]

Hi guys,
If we switch to the white which as you said earlier has the HTC logos and the silver keyboard what about the side keys which are black (except the camera which is silver). I think it would be really ... not sexy ... white with black keys.
I have already asked cnn if they also provide white side keys and I 'm waiting for their reply. I' l get back to you when they reply.
Regards, Dimitris.

[akirainblack]

Ah then those of us with the white to start have one major bonus. The keys are silver and it looks really swish black with all silver buttons. I can see white with black buttons would look a tad sucky.

[Hajaz]

do the black covers still have the peeling problem?

[AJB]

I ordered both the Black and White (with matching keypads), and I have to say that the quality is poor, and not consistent.

For the Black one:

Has multiple brands - CHT and Dopod on the front, and HTC on the back .. would have been better with just one brand;
Internal piece is missing the metal plate;
Plastic moulding is poor (my unit was warped, and not useable);
Back Cover is not provided with rubber plug (on the back for the antenna port), nor the cover for the SD Card;
No buttons provided (i.e. side buttons like the camera, Ok below the scroll wheel, etc).


For the White One:

Colour on the front and back cover differs;
Buttons were provided;
No branding at all;
Cover is not provided with rubber plug (on the back for the antenna port), nor the cover for the SD Card;


Overall, not very happy and believe to be a waste of money.

[Windoze9t8]

anyone know how to change the housing? anyone know where to find maybe a service manual?
thanks.

This thread has a link to a .rar file archive (opens with WinZip) containing a really good MS word doc showing how to disassemble your trinity Click Me!

[dimanto]

I also had to open my black Trinity in order to solve the peeling problem. Because I have seen many users requiring for instructions on how to open their phones I decided to write a detailed step by step tutorial. You can find the guide in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=311463

My regards to you all !

[Windoze9t8]

Actually, the compressed file that the above friend is talking about opens with winrar. I had to open my black Trinity in order to solve the peeling problem by painting the case. Also because I have seen many users requiring for instructions on how to open their phones I decided to write a detailed step by step tutorial.
The link of the file is : http://rapidshare.com/files/36567824/Disassemble_HTC_P3600.rar

My regards to you all !

I would have thought that the Archive would open with most compressor programs - I listed WinZip as it is the most popular one - I used 7-Zip to un-compress the file.

Great tutorial BTW and thank you :)

[Aero]

According to AJB the black seems to be warped, how about the white one? I was planning on getting one and spray paint it to a flat black or something. I really hate the glossy finish of the trinity.

[kaer]

I hope someone comes out with other colored cases. A brushed metal sounds very nice. I really love my Trinity but the case sucks. I so happen to spray it flat black on the back cover today - no more fingerprints.

[brandonmm]

Got my white housing and keypad today, slapped it on. Warranty now void :p It's not too shabby. Looks kinda cool.

Some criticisms though...
1) No cover for the SD card so I had to take the one from my original black housing.
2) The front and back covers have a color mismatch but I can live with the two-toned white look.
3) Had to also take the small black rubber plug from the back of my original black housing and put that onto the new one.
4) No branding... I'm not gonna lose any sleep over that :p

One important note to take when you try to change the housing, DO NOT FORCE the screws!!! I kinda forced mine when I was tightening the screws now the tread (or groove at the head of the screw, whatever its called) is ruined so I can't remove some of the screws anymore. I'm stuck with the white casing :)

Thanks for the tutorial DIMANTO!!! U DA MAN!!!

[miomobeach]

Got my white housing, and everything's fine... almost.

As mentioned before the white's slightly different but you hardly can tell.

There's no white rubber piece to replace the black one covering the antenna slot at the back.

No HTC branding on the front cover.

No silver cover for the mini-SD slot.

And the whole lot once mounted feels a bit loose...

[dimanto]

Got my white housing, and everything's fine... almost.

As mentioned before the white's slightly different but you hardly can tell.

There's no white rubber piece to replace the black one covering the antenna slot at the back.

No HTC branding on the front cover.

No silver cover for the mini-SD slot.

And the whole lot once mounted feels a bit loose...

What do you mean "...the whole lot once mounted feels a bit loose..."
Can you post a photo ?
Regards.

[jlagden]

The white cover sounds a bit disappointing so far.
Anyone tried to buy a replacement from the manufacturer yet?

[Noony]

Firstly many thanks to 'dimanto' for the guide 'how to change you P3600 housing' (see earlier in this thread).

I Just thought I would share my experiences because it may help others. I ordered the black case from the supplier mentioned in this thread (I had a white Orange branded m700). It was delivered to me within days (it came direct from Hong Kong). I asked them to put 'low value item' on the customs declaration, and they did, so I had no tax issues when it came in the UK.

It took me over an hour to change the covers - there was more work that I realised. Firstly my new case/housing had the screw threads missing (there are 4 in the centre piece) so I had to remove them from my old housing (put a screw half way in and rip it out with pliers, then gently knock into the new case). The camera lenses/covers were also missing so I had to force them out of my old housing and refit them. You also have to transfer bits of plastic that make your led flashing lights visible. I also recommend removing the gasket that fits around the screen this stops the dust from getting into the device. It's all easy enough to see when you get the case open and you have an excellent set of instructions/pictures from 'dimanto', but it's fiddly and you should be patient and take plenty of care. The only thing that I could not transfer was a black fabric film that stops dust getting into the speaker (where your ear listens to the phone), but I think an occassional hoover will take care of that issue.

My device looks GREAT, I'm VERY HAPPY that I did this.

If anyone has any questions I'll try to help.

[jlagden]

Hey noony,
Sounds like a good option if you have a broken case, or if you are really desperate to change the colour.

I would love to see a high class alternative case for the trinity that didn't involve pulling bits out of the old one.

[Noony]

Hey noony,
Sounds like a good option if you have a broken case, or if you are really desperate to change the colour.

I would love to see a high class alternative case for the trinity that didn't involve pulling bits out of the old one.

I know what you mean but I suppose it's a limited market (how many people would really buy it?) and the device will probably be discontinued in the near future!

[v5nat]

http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/product/14411.htm, just waiting for the black one to be listed.

[dimanto]

Dear friends,
Have a look at this link, cnn brought a new white case (real white) with HTC logo.

http://cnn.cn/shop/p3600idopod-d810-white-housing-branded-p-1872.html?osCsid=d538dc0645483ca7551cfc78c4c9fab2

I have ordered it. When I get it I will post first impression report.

Best regards 2u all!

[marcosorano]

Dear friends,
Have a look at this link, cnn brought a new white case (real white) with HTC logo.

http://cnn.cn/shop/p3600idopod-d810-white-housing-branded-p-1872.html?osCsid=d538dc0645483ca7551cfc78c4c9fab2

I have ordered it. When I get it I will post first impression report.

Best regards 2u all!

hi all....
i got one of them + display+ keyboard+white stilus pen..
stylus pen= bud quality no fit correctly in the cover and broke in just 1 day
display= good
white cover= front and back different color, no silver sd cover, no silver buttons, no metal plate( i replaced fhom my old black cover with hard work)
no metal ring for the screw ( i replaced from my old cover with very hard work.
aniway now my trinity looks very nice, but i think the price is lot expansive for that cover. sorry for my english
Best regards 2u all.. Marco from Italy