i read that magnets can damage the phone. anyone had this happen?
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I've used this for quite some time, so far so gd. I stick the adhesive on the back of my protective cover, it does work. Love this item.
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It will interfere with your smart phone's magnetometer, which will render applications which use it non-functional: compass, arrow on map applications, programs like Google Sky Map, etc.
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I installed it on the back of my life proof waterproof case of my iPhone5. Within two weeks my battery was dead. Coincidence? I'm not sure. I loved the thing while I had it but will probably buy one of those vent mount holders, rip off the vent mount and put the steelie on that to get it away from my phone and off of my phone case.
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From my own experience convinced that the magnet does not change the operating characteristics of the phone. Connection via Wifi and bluetooth is installed with all the devices in the car (DVR and native receiver) without problems.
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I just got this and took it on a trip - the phone has done fine and no issues at all. But now I'm concerned about tossing my phone in my purse and having it damage something else.
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It didn't cause any damage to my phone . One thing to keep in mind is you MUST cut a hole in the back of your protective case, if you use one, because the adhesive will only stick to the phone itself. I'm overall disappointed with the whole thing and would never purchase another one.
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Hi Bonnie, There is a magnet on the front case to hold the strap on. The magnet is just strong enough to hold the strap and not create any magnetic interference or damage to the phone. Hope that helps. Kind Regards, Angie/ECO-FUSED
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No... and don't EVER purchase ANY cover for ANY electronic device that has a magnet closure. Devices with computer chips and memory cards, such as smart phones, notes, pads, etc., can have their components and memory damaged by magnets.
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The sticky side of the magnet mount isn't very sticky. You need to use a little bit of superglue to get the magnet to stick to the phone then you can leave it on there forever.
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I have not experienced aný problems with the magnetic catch or case. In fact, If I am not mistaken, thet magnetic part of the catch is located on the bottom of the case - beneath and away from the keyboard. Thus, I could not see how the magnet would impact the screen area. WIth that said, the catch does require attention to properly secure the case. Othewwise, I have not experienced any problems thus far.
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Your iPad is shielded from magnetic fields. There are some phone mounts that use a magnet directly on the phones. YMMV.
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Officially yes, I've dropped mine twice on asphalt while getting out of a car and both times my phone came through without a scratch. The drop was so hard that it completely knocked the cover off the phone. So you can see how that makes you wonder if it's really doing it's job. I wonder if maybe I just got lucky?
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While I have not had anything happen - the magnet it really strong and you should not keep it close to any electronics.
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Well, the phone pice doesnt have magnet , it is just a metal pice, only the car part has magnet
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I haven't had any issues with the magnet. But the hard part of the case has broken in three different places (I have yet to drop my phone, I think that will finish off this case).
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No, but it may also melt your Nexus 5 as it did mine. Seriously. It melted a spot on mine. Avoid this like the plague, avoid the entire brand as they never responded to my concerns about the damage done to my phone.
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I am sorry to hear. This has never happened to me. Maybe rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover will help. i would recommend u test it on a small area first before doing it on the entire phone.
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Hi there,Excellent question Jay! Metal disrupts the signal between the NFC tags and your device. As a result, you're likely to get erratic behaviour from the tags if they're used in conjunction with any metal, including the metal on a phone case.Hope that helps!JustinWhizTags
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Sorry for the delay in response. I have no concerns about magnetic interference - I haven't seen any issues with the screen, and my phone seems to be just fine after quite a lot of use in my car with the Tetrax. I hope that's useful to you.
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it doesn't damage the phone, but it makes the phone awkwardly large. I used it for 1 week only.
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magnets are BAD for phones..good thing I read this cause now I don't want it
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Not sure if the magnet is causing my issues, but i'm pretty certain it is. I have used this product for a couple months now. Recently the screen on my iphone 6 becomes unresponsive. I've gone through all the Apple troubleshooting which did not solve the problem. I did notice that when i removed my case and the magnet - the screen works as normal. I will be looking to get a refund.