Iphone 4 - Rusting on the stainless steel rim

Has anyone encountered this? I brought it back to my teleco operator to check. They managed to remove it with a cloth and claimed that it was not rust.
Can't figure it out cos all my friends tried but couldn't remove it when they rubbed it. All concluded that it was early signs of rusting and advised I bring it back to change before it starts to disintegrate.
Disappointing. Well, maybe cos it's made in China.

This shouldnt happen with your iphone 4, take it too your neareast apple store too swap it for a new one

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Good day how much it will cost if ever i want to change the stainless steel of the iphone 4s?

good day, just want to ask if ever i want replace the stainless steel of my iphone 4s, how much it will cost for that cause i got srcatch my stainless steel. and where will your location here in the philippines. just want to ask any idea?

Apple generally will not replace an iPhone just for cosmetic issues, but you can of course ask. For pricing and procedure, see:
http://www.apple.com/support/iphone/service/faq/
Regards.

SmartWatch 2, how do you adjust the length of the Stainless Steel Strap ???

I have just purchased the SmartWatch 2 and the Stainless Steel Strap is way to long for my wrist.
No problem you might think ?
Yes it is .. there are no instructions how to shorten it anywhere !!!!!
I can't believe Sony have missed the instructions out !
HELP.... PLEASE, it is unusable as it is :-(

this question has already been asked and answered, just a couple of posts down
http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Wireless-accessories/SW2-metal-wrist-strap/m-p/411597#U411597

Could apple replace the stainless steel back on an iPod 4th Gen?

The back of my iPod touch 4th gen is damaged pretty bad and i am wanting to sell it as i dont use it anymore, i was just wondering if Apple could replace the back of an ipod?

They could. They do not.
Apple - Support - iPod - Repair pricing

Stainless steel band on iPhone 4 rusting and spreading

A very good day to everyone looking at this post, since I got my iPhone 4 from marina bay sands on lunch day, I realize that I there is some rusting on the stainless steel band right above the black strip on the left side, i call singtel and ask them what can I do? They told me to go down to comm centre to have my phone checked out, but when I went there, they told me that they are not able to change the phone as it is only a rust and they they went on saying that they can change it if it's a hardware issue.
My first question is, is stainless steel suppose to rust.
My second questions is, rusting of stainless steel bend is not counted as hardware issue?

Stainless Steel is misleading to those who are casual observers. Depending on the grade of the alloy some oxidation may occur.
This is from Wikipedia, please be sure to corroborate anything in here you do not understand or doubt.
In metallurgy stainless steel, also known as inox steel or inox from French "inoxydable", is defined as a steel alloy with a minimum of 10.5[1] or 11% chromium content by mass.[2] Stainless steel does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily as ordinary steel, but it is not stain-proof.[3] It is also called corrosion-resistant steel or CRES when the alloy type and grade are not detailed, particularly in the aviation industry. There are different grades and surface finishes of stainless steel to suit the environment to which the material will be subjected in its lifetime. Stainless steel is used where both the properties of steel and resistance to corrosion are required.
Stainless steel differs from carbon steel by the amount of chromium present. Carbon steel rusts when exposed to air and moisture. This iron oxide film (the rust) is active and accelerates corrosion by forming more iron oxide. Stainless steels contain sufficient chromium to form a passive film of chromium oxide, which prevents further surface corrosion and blocks corrosion from spreading into the metal's internal structure.

Fixing scuffs on stainless steel band

I know this has been discussed before, but I have an Incipio rubber case for my iPhone 4 that I got in February, and since about a month after I got it, I've started noticing scuff marks all over the stainless steel band of my phone.
The marks look identical to these, pretty much all over the band on every side.
Now I know others have been successful at getting replacement phones from Apple because of this, but everyone I've heard from that got a replacement had Apple's bumper case, not a third-party case.
The case I have is just rubber that covers the sides and back of the phone, and there's not even any hard plastic like the bumper.
So is there any way to get the scuffs off? I will be looking to sell my phone eventually and want to get as much money back as possible. Someone in another thread mentioned toothepaste and water? Another mentioned Chlorox wipes. I'm a little scared of using strong cleaning products, because the last thing I want to do is further damage my phone.
If that doesn't work, do you think I can get a replacement, even though I got the scratches using a third-party case? Generally, I would not expect to get one, but I have heard how amazing Apple's CS is, so I figured it may be worth a shot. I have never personally had any experience with their CS, but I've heard of people getting free replacements (something like the first time its free, after that it's $199) for dropping the phone and cracking the screen, and I would think that the customer would definately be much more at fault for that than for having the case scratch the phone.
Thanks!

Stainless Steel is misleading to those who are casual observers. Depending on the grade of the alloy some oxidation may occur.
This is from Wikipedia, please be sure to corroborate anything in here you do not understand or doubt.
In metallurgy stainless steel, also known as inox steel or inox from French "inoxydable", is defined as a steel alloy with a minimum of 10.5[1] or 11% chromium content by mass.[2] Stainless steel does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily as ordinary steel, but it is not stain-proof.[3] It is also called corrosion-resistant steel or CRES when the alloy type and grade are not detailed, particularly in the aviation industry. There are different grades and surface finishes of stainless steel to suit the environment to which the material will be subjected in its lifetime. Stainless steel is used where both the properties of steel and resistance to corrosion are required.
Stainless steel differs from carbon steel by the amount of chromium present. Carbon steel rusts when exposed to air and moisture. This iron oxide film (the rust) is active and accelerates corrosion by forming more iron oxide. Stainless steels contain sufficient chromium to form a passive film of chromium oxide, which prevents further surface corrosion and blocks corrosion from spreading into the metal's internal structure.

Scratched Stainless Steel

I had a case for my iPhone 4, and it nicked up the stainless steel on the sides. Is there any way to get them out and get the steel back to normal besides buying a new iPhone?

Not unless you have some sort of polish and buffer! For accidental damage repairs in canada, it cost $169.00 for a repair / replacement. At least Apple gives a better prive than kijiji or a carrier!

Apple watch allergy stainless steels

Dear staff,
My skin allergy about stainless steels but I'd like to try to wear Apple Watch Sport, made form aluminum.
Is it suit for me? Do you test about any skin?
I'm planning to buy for my birthday's present, next month.
If you have any answer, please let me know as soon as posible.
Regrads,
Shasha

DISCALIMER: I am NOT a Doctor or any kind of healthcare professional.
I find no mention of allergy to "Stainless Steel" but DO find lots of reference to allergy to the "NIckel Salts" that develop from low quality stainless steel - Nickel allergy has been pretty much put to bed in this thread > Is the Apple Watch Sport nickel free?
Conclusion of the allergy sufferer(s) was that the "surgical" quality of the Stainless Steel would likely be sufficient combined with smart wearing and cleaning practice.
Participation in that thread was very educational!!
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Why should I have to buy a bulky space black band I do not like (Hate after trying it on) to get the space black stainless steel watch

Apple is going to lose a lot of sales over forcing you to buy combinations you do not want. I went to the store to try one on. LOVED the space black stainless steel watch but the band that is attached to it is atrocious, bulky, heavy and uncomfortable. So, if I want this watch I have to waste $499 on a band I hate and buy an accessory band I do like. Well, I went in with every intention of ordering one. Now, eh, I'll just wear the comfortable one I have. Poor, poor choice to force bands on people. I have six iPhone six's in my family, I got to choose, seven MacBook pro's of varying sizes and age, four iPads of varying size and age, and the new 5K iMac. Now, the most personal item ever made is well, not very personal if I have to wear a bulky, uncomfortable band.

This is a user-to-user help forum. There is nothing that anyone here can do to help you. You could find the Apple feedback page and tell Apple in which case there's a chance that something might be done

I am a small woman with huge wrist circumference, 177.6mm. If I order the black men's stainless steel watch how can I take links out if needed?

I am a small woman with huge wrist circumference, 177.6mm. If I order the black men's stainless steel watch how can I take links out if needed?

We are just users here, so we have no way of knowing...
I am sure that any question that is not easily found at or from the Watch Store page > http://store.apple.com/us/watch < can be answered by this method (from the bottom of that page)
Chat with a Specialist
Get all your Apple Watch questions
answered or get help finding the
right watch. Call 1-800-MY-APPLE
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How can I buy apple watch for the space black stainless steel case and the black sport band for one order?

How can I buy apple watch for the space black stainless steel case and the black sport band for one order?

Unfortunately no. I asked the same question when I went to the local Apple Store for my "try on" and as of now you would have to order the watch with the metal link band and the black sports band separately.

Black stainless steel case with black sport band?

I would like to order a Black Stainless Steel Apple Watch with a Black Sport Band but this option is not available for pre-order? The only band option available for pre order with the black stainless steel Apple watch case (not sport) is the Black Stainless Steel Band which I tried on and don't like. It's also way too expensive and I'd prefer to begin with the black Sport Band. Anyone know why this option is not being offered as Apple has billed the watch to be able to be compatible with most of the bands? Am I stuck ordering the silver stainless steel case with the black sport band that is available? Thanks for the help!

Mike
We don't know... we are users like you
I am sure that any question that is not easily found at or from the Watch Store page > http://store.apple.com/us/watch < can be answered by this method (from the bottom of that page)
Chat with a Specialist
Get all your Apple Watch questions
answered or get help finding the
right watch. Call 1-800-MY-APPLE
Chat now
*Chat Now only works from the Store page above
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edit = should have known it would change!!

Has anyone received their 42mm stainless steel with black band watch?

HHas anyone received their 42mm stainless steel black band watch? Also curious if anyone has received a watch that was payed for in full or partial using a Apple gift certificate.

I hopped on the Apple Store app as soon as I could to order it. It said the delivery date range was 4/24-5/8. The confirmation email had a 3:03 EDT timestamp.
Interestingly, the 38mm model that I ordered at the same time arrived on the 24th, so there must have been something about the larger model or strap that delayed it a bit. I also noticed that the Apple Store app began working a few minutes before the web site, which may have made a difference.

Bumper damage my iphone with rust?

I bought an Iphone for my wife and to protected it she bought a nice bumper in a premium reseller of Apple here in Buenos Aires, a few months later She connect the Iphone to get charged, the screen went black and the phone didnt start again. I get coverage from the seller´s warranty and now they tell me that the Iphone get Rust because of the bumper that make condensation and the water damage the equipment. I wanted to know if this could really happend, that Apple sell accesories that damage the equipment, I really want an answer because I thought that this technician want to give me a damage phone and keep my phone to himself. I check the humidity sensor in the connection like the help online says and it was OK. I hope someone could give me a proper answer to this concern. Thank you.

One final note about this - since the iPhone dried out not only is it cleaner looking but the speakers sound louder and clearer than before!
So I might recommend that everybody give their iPhone a good wash in the kitchen sink.
doug

Difference between "Black Sport Band with Space Grey Stainless Steel Pin" and "Black Sport Band"

If you look at the Apple Store site at the Sport Strap, there seems to be 2 black version - one is titled "Black Sport Band with Space Grey Stainless Steel Pin" and one just "Black Sport Band".
Since in the picture they use a Space Grey Watch for one and Silver Watch for the other, it's hard to tell the difference between these two straps. Any ideas?

The difference is very subtle yet noticeable. The Black Sport Band with Space Grey Stainless Steel Pin is geared more towards using it with the Stainles Steel Apple Watch since the little pin that's visible from the bottom of your wrist is stainless steel and matches the case, whereas the Black Sports Band w/o Space Grey Stainless Steel Pin matches more to the metal that's used on the Apple Watch Sport. Hope this helps!

Iphone 4 - Rusting on the stainless steel rim

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