All the people I know with this phone have the kickstand coating coming off. Mine is as well. Sometimes I just wish HTC/Moto/Samsung would build an android phone that doesn't peel/bend/crack/ similar to an iphone.
My first TB has the plastic below the 4 capacitive buttons pop out, my second one the standby/power button is compressed to the point its almost impossible to feel it if you run your finger across the top. The lower volume button is impossible to press and has no tactile feedback anymore. This is quite possible the worst built phone i've ever used. I would even say the MOTO razor was a better build quality. My OG Droid had all the paint on the camera button rubbed off, the metal around the screen was completely trashy looking just from being scratched putting it in my pocket constantly.
Anyway - yes its build quality is about a D- in my book. I just can't wait for the kickstand to fall off soon cause I'm betting that will probably happen in the next few months. Good thing I get an upgrade every year. This sucker probably won't last till march next year but got insurance so i guess if it kicks the can i'll get a new one.
Ive never heard any creaking unless my battery door wasnt on all the way, and Ive never had an issue getting the battery door on or off. I take it off atleast twice a day because I run multiple batteries.
