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    Xotic PC Skins

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by Andrew311, Jul 21, 2008.

  1. Andrew311

    Andrew311 Newbie

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    Does anyone have any info on the custom skinning that can be done through Xotic PC? I did a little bit a searching but all of the threads just ended up in tangents and the questions were left unanswered. So my questions are...


    1.) Is it worth the $89?
    2.) Is the "skin" just a glorified sticker or is it actually a high quality decal?
    3.) Would a bump into a sharp corner (desk for exxample) tear the skin?

    Feedback from personal experience appreciated. Thanks.
     
    Andrew311, Jul 21, 2008
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  2. ajhizzle

    ajhizzle Notebook Consultant

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    First no it is not worth the $89 dollars. Buy a gaming mouse or something, Second it really is a glorified sticker.
     
    ajhizzle, Jul 21, 2008
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  3. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    X2P, Jul 21, 2008
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  4. walidism

    walidism Notebook Consultant

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    if you're gonna customize ur laptop from xotic pc, i'd suggest the painting. a lot of people vouch for their quality, but its also another 170 bucks or 370 depending on what u choose to do. is it worth it? the way i look at it is: if the painting/skinning appeals to me in a significant way, then yea its worth it, but if you just wanna impress your friends or you just wanna paint/skin ur fav video game at the time or just for the **** of it, then no its not

    good luck, try schtikers for skinning... a lot cheaper and they have a built in app to create ur own skin, plus since its cheap, its not really an issue if you don't like it after a year or so :D
     
    walidism, Jul 21, 2008
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  5. Jaycee8980

    Jaycee8980 Notebook Deity

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    Exactly. I would recommend Schtickers.com also :)
     
    Jaycee8980, Jul 22, 2008
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