Just a very quick comparison. I bought the Zagg Invisibleshield when I got my phone on day one. I was a little leary about doing this, as I had tried Zagg before and found it to be very "tacky/sticky" as well as having a lot of "orange peel". Well, nothing has changed...it went on very easy with not one bubble immediately after installation, but once again I found it to be extremely sticky. I put up with it for a few days hoping that would go away, or at least lessen a little bit but it did not.
Having used Phantom Skinz before, I went ahead and ordered just the screen kit...they had a special for 2 for $6 and some change. I ordered the kit on Thursday and received on Saturday (pretty awesome in my book). Installation was a breeze, went on without one bubble. I can tell you that there really is no comparison between the two. Phantom Skinz is as smooth as butter, no tackiness whatsoever...and very limited orange peel. Another bonus is that the edges don't pick up lint like the Zagg's do.
Like I said, just a very quick comparison for any of you that are on the fence. Just do a quick google for Phantom Skinz coupon code...it's something like summersale50 or something, but look it up if you want to save a couple bucks.
I might have to check this one out. My shield went on without a hitch. It has a mild orange peel look to it but I love the stickyness. It looks flawless though. I love how it gives my Evo a clear glossy slick look to it. The side pieces look like butt though. My fat fingers were not compatible with the tiny pieces of the shield. I used spray from my previous ghost armor on my iPad and the Evo came out slick.
Zagg was sticky with me for a little over a week. I've had it on a little under 2 weeks now and it's very smooth. I think it just needs to be "broken in".
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Zagg was sticky with me for a little over a week. I've had it on a little under 2 weeks now and it's very smooth. I think it just needs to be "broken in".
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Yea, I was waiting for it to break in as well, but no go. I had Zagg on my Droid for about a month and switched to Phantom...HUGE difference, trust me.
Phantom is great get the Matte one
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Phantom is great get the Matte one
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What is the differece? from the matte one and the clear one? Sorry for the simple question lol
Ordered my phantom skin today, Shipped conformation 30min later, Priority mail Cant wait
I actually ordered a Zagg shield on saturday. I liked it on my Samsung Moment, so I got it for my Evo.
With that phantom skin, can you use water, like with the Zagg, and squeegie it on?
jasongthang said:
I actually ordered a Zagg shield on saturday. I liked it on my Samsung Moment, so I got it for my Evo.
With that phantom skin, can you use water, like with the Zagg, and squeegie it on?
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Yes you do use a water solution with the phantom skin.
To anyone that has this protector, did you notice TINY little bubbles under the screen protector? Ive had these with other brands and they clear up overnight. My install went perfect, no air bubbles, and its as flat as the glass when held up to light. However, when the screen is black these tiny specs are still showing up on day 3. Its not dust or air bubbles, and is randomly placed all over the screen but probably covers 50% of it.
my phantom skinz in matte are very grainly looking. ive got one clairvue which is a lot better in my opinion although i got dust and junk underneath when i put it on because i pulled the top layer off and it pulled the screen.
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Yes you do use a water solution with the phantom skin.
To anyone that has this protector, did you notice TINY little bubbles under the screen protector? Ive had these with other brands and they clear up overnight. My install went perfect, no air bubbles, and its as flat as the glass when held up to light. However, when the screen is black these tiny specs are still showing up on day 3. Its not dust or air bubbles, and is randomly placed all over the screen but probably covers 50% of it.
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I noticed this as well, but mine went away after several hours. One thing that may help you is setting it in sun for a half hour or so, then put it in front of an a/c register for 15-20 mins. The expanding and contracting worked for me.
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Yes you do use a water solution with the phantom skin.
To anyone that has this protector, did you notice TINY little bubbles under the screen protector? Ive had these with other brands and they clear up overnight. My install went perfect, no air bubbles, and its as flat as the glass when held up to light. However, when the screen is black these tiny specs are still showing up on day 3. Its not dust or air bubbles, and is randomly placed all over the screen but probably covers 50% of it.
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Usually the tiny bubbles show up when there's not enough water underneath that part during install.
I've tried all of the products.. Zagg, Phantomskinz, Steinheil (SGP), regular..
Verdict? SGP is the best, in terms of quality and clarity. Pretty much, it seems like there isn't anything there.
Zagg and Phantomskinz are more or less the same.
I like the fact that Zagg already comes with the solution, but Phantomskinz you have to put it in warm soap water. Why? Don't ask me, thats just how they recommend it to be installed.
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I've tried all of the products.. Zagg, Phantomskinz, Steinheil (SGP), regular..
Verdict? SGP is the best, in terms of quality and clarity. Pretty much, it seems like there isn't anything there.
Zagg and Phantomskinz are more or less the same.
I like the fact that Zagg already comes with the solution, but Phantomskinz you have to put it in warm soap water. Why? Don't ask me, thats just how they recommend it to be installed.
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I ordered those from eBay for around $15, they just arrived today. Tried to apply body protector first. Body protector is made out of 5 pieces and no matter how hard you would try to fit them, it's impossible to get them to stick nicely and not move. Started with the battery cover piece that's the largest and easiest to apply, it turned out to be just a little too big and when I put battery cover back on the of the phone, sides of the protector unglued and let the air under them which created bubbles. Tried side protector next, but that thing is impossible to fit. Gave up on the whole body protector and though to just apply screen protector and keep my gel case for now.
Screen protector is of the most horrible quality I've ever seen in my life! It's so grainy, it looks like my screen has a resolution of about 100x40 after application. More than that I'm not sure if it's because I used soaped water (as per instructions) or for some other reason, but parts of the screen-protector actually turned grey (against black background), some other parts are a bit clearer, but still, grain kills the whole thing. Ripped it off and will be waiting for some better screen-protectors to show up on the market.
Don't waist your money on those.
Great I just ordered one a few days ago.
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Great I just ordered one a few days ago.
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same here...
I almost ordered one but then I got the zagg screen only with 20% off. When I receive it I let you guys know.
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I almost ordered one but then I got the zagg screen only with 20% off. When I receive it I let you guys know.
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Same here
My Zagg should be here tomorrow
I ordered a similar protector from clearfreak (they were the only ones selling a protector for the captivate when I ordered about 10 days ago), and it came in the other day. While the material itself seemed about on par with the zagg protectors (I've used Zagg before), the screen protector was a bit too big, so theres a bubble going across the top where the protector wraps around the top of the phone.
I see that zagg has protectors now, so I guess I'll get one of those. They seem to have changed up their offerings a bit, they offer full body "maximum coverage" and "easy install"; can anyone tell me how difficult the maximum coverage protector is to apply? I've done a zagg full body install on my zune hd, so I understand that these things are a bit tricky to get on just right, but I want to know if the full body is significantly harder than the easy install one with a bit less coverage.
How is the touch screen after you put on the screen protector? I have had a few that really seemed to mess with the touch screen. It seemed like it took twice as much pressure for it to react.
Is that the case with the captivate as well?
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How is the touch screen after you put on the screen protector? I have had a few that really seemed to mess with the touch screen. It seemed like it took twice as much pressure for it to react.
Is that the case with the captivate as well?
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Capacitive touchscreens aren't pressure sensitive, so protector or not, how hard you press shouldn't make a difference. That being said, I have a Zagg invisibleshield on my zune hd, and it hasn't affected the touch sensitivity at all.
I've used BodyGuardz and Zagg before. The one piece of advice I have is, instead of using the soaped water they give you, use isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. It lets you slide the cover to the correct position very easily and will just evaporate out from under the cover, leaving no bubbles. I had a super clean install on my HTC Pure that way. To be safe I'd also remove the battery and make sure the phone has plenty of time to dry before you turn it on again. Also, if you enter ZAGG's weekly iPad giveaway thingy they have been giving out 40 and 50% off coupon codes.
I just got the AT&T screen protectors (pack of 3 for $10). I actiually got it for 5 (50% off through FAN account) and they are of good quality, clear and fit perfectly. There's even a cutout for the earpiece speaker and light and proximity sensors.
The two AT&T stores I went to did not have them but the AT&T smaller stores in the malls did.
I got the full body Invisible Gadget Guard, and mine looks fine. I didn't use soapy water, just plain old water, and everything fits perfectly, except for when I was dipping it in the bowl of water it snagged on the side of the bowl and when I made the mistake of trying to pull it off, it stretched, but I just cut it to fit and it's hardly noticeable.
Although, I won't lie. I did order the Zagg front screen protector for the fact that I know it works. I did the infamous "key test" on this cheap one, and it performed surprisingly well..
But it's not completely a rip-off if done right, especially for the $5 I paid.
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I got the full body Invisible Gadget Guard, and mine looks fine. I didn't use soapy water, just plain old water, and everything fits perfectly, except for when I was dipping it in the bowl of water it snagged on the side of the bowl and when I made the mistake of trying to pull it off, it stretched, but I just cut it to fit and it's hardly noticeable.
Although, I won't lie. I did order the Zagg front screen protector for the fact that I know it works. I did the infamous "key test" on this cheap one, and it performed surprisingly well..
But it's not completely a rip-off if done right, especially for the $5 I paid.
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you paid 5 bucks?
Let us know when you all get your Zagg Invisible Shield protectors in. I am trying to decide between Zagg and BodyGuardz. I haven't used either but I love the device entire too much to cover with a case.
With a 45 day money back guarantee, surely it cannot be that bad for the $24.
I bought the Invisible Gadget Guard off Ebay as well for $13.97 with a free car charger. I used just water to get it on. At first, it felt and looked awful but given 2 days, everything smoothed out and I was able to get all bubbles off. It's actually pretty nice now. I had to snip a little of the sides because I stretched it a little too long, but that's not a big deal.
I have a Zagg on my Zune HD, and initially I felt like it was a bit rubbery, but I left it on to see what happened, and after a week or so, it didn't feel rubbery anymore to me. You have to be really careful with the installation, make sure you dont get any dust/debris under the protector, but after that you can throw it in your pocket without any worries.
I got a phantomskinz for my captivate, since it ended up being similar in price to the Zagg but comes with 2 instead of one, and I'll post back here with impressions once it comes in.
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I bought the Invisible Gadget Guard off Ebay as well for $13.97 with a free car charger. I used just water to get it on. At first, it felt and looked awful but given 2 days, everything smoothed out and I was able to get all bubbles off. It's actually pretty nice now. I had to snip a little of the sides because I stretched it a little too long, but that's not a big deal.
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do you have any pic?
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I'll try to get a pic up tonight.
I bought it and it was total crap. Waste of money!
Well I just finished installing this, and TBH it wasn't that bad... I've done many type of film installations on cars and stuff and it was very similar to doing it on the phone. I took my time with it and I am actually very satisfied with the result. It gives the phone a very needed grippy feel. Some pieces weren't the most perfect size to fit but it covered most of the area pretty well. I will got some pictures up later tonight. You really have to take your time with this installation or get a professional to do it, other wise you will end up like some people on here not very satisfied at all.
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I've had it on for a week now and I've grown to like it quite a bit. Still considering getting a case since it won't protect it from drops.
Hello All,
I know that I want a PET or other glass-like screen protector. Generally speaking, I never used screen protectors because they never really held up all that well and on top of that they never had the feel or look of the real thing. Now I have a scratch on my screen that is not normally visible, but I know its there.
I have run into a debacle because I know that while I am good at putting on screen protectors, I am no expert and the PET ones are harder to get perfect than the rubbery ones (which I now despise). So, recently I have seen that there are some PET/Silicone/ Electrostaic Hybrid screen protetctors and then there are still the PET with Adhesive.
Does anyone have experience with the electrostatic type and how good are they at staying on and bubbles?
I have no idea what is PET, or the different types. However, if you are talking about the one I got:
http://www.handhelditems.com/crystal-clear-screen-protector-p-135710.html
my experience is that this has great clarity, can get bubbles during applications, and they rarely come off by itself. On the many devices I've used this type of protector on, only one came off. It started in one corner, and over the course of a month with gradual lint build up the screen protector eventually got ruined. I could've washed it and reapplied for that month, but I had a spare so I was lazy. You can reapply the protectors as needed to get the application right. The bubbles that occur aren't the same as the rubbery kind. Air bubbles can easily be pushed out after application. The problem is dust that prevent the protector from adhering to screen, causing a little bubble. If the dust is really small, the bubble goes away over a day. Or, like me, you can live with it. You try getting something the size of an iPad dust free.
Bought Electrostatic - LOVE THESE!
Ok, as a preface I have owned and used screen protectors before.
I had an iPhone before the EVO and used the Griffin Ultraclear hard Protetctors ad the PowerSupportUSA products of every variety on my previous iPod products (iPod Mini 1G, 4G, Nano 1G, 5G, Shuffle 1G, Touch, iPhone) not to mention an invisible shield one or two. I gave up on the films towards the end of my Touch ownership. They always felt horrible and I could never get one absolutely perfect (didn't help that they usually were not perfectly cut).
For the Evo, I tried the InvisibleShield the first day because I remembered just how well the InvisibileShield had held up on my 5G. Well I think that they have changed the formula, or rather that 3M has since then because the smooth feel and smooth look of the original are most definitely gone. The new variety is rubbery (even after days of use) and is not cut well enough to be a perfect fit (it never covered edge to edge). So i skipped it. Well it seems that with this large of a glass screen, you are much more liable to getting scratches (versus using and unprotetcted iPhone/Touch screen) and I got a few ultra hairline ones that are barely if ever visible to the naked eye and just knowing that they are there bothered me. So I needed to think of getting a screen protector.
Seeing as how air moves and its nearly impossible to get a screen protectors on without any bit of dust, I decided on getting the electrostatic variety so that I could rinse if it came off or needed to be reapplied.
I bought These: Electrostatic Screen Protector - Clear Hard
- Hard variety (PET)
- Very Clear
- Silicone Layer (helps the scratches and dents heal themselves and give sturdiness to the PET)
- Electrostatic layer (holds the screen protector onto the phone)
Six pack delivered for $4? I could do much worse.
Well as it turns out, they are PERFECTLY cut and cover every inch of screen and no more. It went on smooth as butter and I got no bubbles or dust or fingerprints or anything (used a credit card to smooth it down). These were by far the easiest I have had. Not only that, but the electrostatic holds on just as strong as the sticky variety and will not get the gunk on the sides sticking to it! I have taken my TPU case on and off a bunch and had no lift whatsoever. As a bonus, THEY SHOW FINGERPRINTS MUCH LESS THAN THE GLASS SCREEN DOES!
So at $0.65 each, they are killer and having a few backups is nice as well as giving one to a friend.
Cheers!
Thanks for that post. I'm expecting my EVOs (I ordered 2) in within the next week. I've been trying hard to find cases and screen protectors without much luck, but I'm going to go ahead and order those screen protectors you mentioned since you recommend them.
Yep i ordered the same ones and love them. i have loved these from the start. they are quite easy to put on and stay on well.
Scotch tape is your friend in getting screen protectors on without a bit of dust
Childofthehorn said:
Hello All,
I know that I want a PET or other glass-like screen protector. Generally speaking, I never used screen protectors because they never really held up all that well and on top of that they never had the feel or look of the real thing. Now I have a scratch on my screen that is not normally visible, but I know its there.
I have run into a debacle because I know that while I am good at putting on screen protectors, I am no expert and the PET ones are harder to get perfect than the rubbery ones (which I now despise). So, recently I have seen that there are some PET/Silicone/ Electrostaic Hybrid screen protetctors and then there are still the PET with Adhesive.
Does anyone have experience with the electrostatic type and how good are they at staying on and bubbles?
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I have a steinheil ultra crystal protector on my EVO, and its static. As long as you make sure there is no debris under it, it will stay on for a long time with no lifting. I have shown my phone to quite a few people, and not one of them can tell I have a screen protector on it. Even when I point it out to them, they still cant see it. It's very thin and I applied it perfectly so their a no bubbles. Took me about 30 minutes to get it perfect. If you use a piece of scotch tape to pick up debris under it, that works pretty good. This biggest thing is to make sure your edges are perfectly clean. Even the slightest bit of debris under one of the edges of the screen protector, and it wont be long before it starts peeling. I'm very satisfied with my steinheil. Going on 5 weeks now and it looks flawless. Id take a picture but you wouldnt be able to see it anyways. I thought it was a scam spending $13 on a screen protector! I used to order them from china for 50 cents. well, never doing that again! I've only ever used 1 adhesive type screen protector, and it was terrible. the clarity was awful.
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I have a steinheil ultra crystal protector on my EVO, and its static. As long as you make sure there is no debris under it, it will stay on for a long time with no lifting. I have shown my phone to quite a few people, and not one of them can tell I have a screen protector on it. Even when I point it out to them, they still cant see it. It's very thin and I applied it perfectly so their a no bubbles. Took me about 30 minutes to get it perfect. If you use a piece of scotch tape to pick up debris under it, that works pretty good. This biggest thing is to make sure your edges are perfectly clean. Even the slightest bit of debris under one of the edges of the screen protector, and it wont be long before it starts peeling. I'm very satisfied with my steinheil. Going on 5 weeks now and it looks flawless. Id take a picture but you wouldnt be able to see it anyways. I thought it was a scam spending $13 on a screen protector! I used to order them from china for 50 cents. well, never doing that again! I've only ever used 1 adhesive type screen protector, and it was terrible. the clarity was awful.
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Have not seen these yet. where did you get yours and do you know if they offer an anti-glare
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Have not seen these yet. where did you get yours and do you know if they offer an anti-glare
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Their anti-fingerprint screen protector is also anti-glare per the product description on their website.
http://www.sgpstore.com/product_info.php/cPath/23_33/products_id/1463
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Their anti-fingerprint screen protector is also anti-glare per the product description on their website.
http://www.sgpstore.com/product_info.php/cPath/23_33/products_id/1463
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thanks for the link. Can anyone find this brand cheaper
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thanks for the link. Can anyone find this brand cheaper
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I don't think so.
But these are $13 well spent. Believe me.
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I tried to use them, I really did. The first one was a zagg and it wasn't a very good experience. The screen was rubbery and got scratched up within 2 weeks. So I removed it and just left my seidio case on for a few months. No scratches at all. Now I just got an otterbox impact case and came w/ a nicer screen protector. I put it on, but the lint underneath the screen was driving me crazy. I tried cleaning it off and made it even worst! Is anyone else just rockin it with just a case? I'm done w/ screen protectors.
I used my phone for months without a screen protector until the OB Defender(waste) came out.
I do agree with you that the lint and dust is utterly frustrating. you almost need a clean-room with a surgeon to get the damn thing on right. I can't remember who suggested it, but they said if you take your phone into the bathroom after a good, hot shower, the moisture in the air will keep dust from floating around and you'll get a real clean protector.
i will tell you this, like i said, i rocked my phone for months without any protection. then one day i slid it into the same pocket as my car keys and received a nice long scratch along the length of the phone.
I use the otterbox one and I love it. You really can't tell that there is even a screen protector on the phone. You just gotta be very careful when you put it on. I have gotten really good at it, mine is perfect- not a bubble, spec of dust, scratch, etc...
Screen protectors can be a pain in the ass, but with just a LITTLE bit of time, they can be awesome. First off, i use and swear by steinheil screen protectors. They feel exactly like the glass on the phone and not one person including myself has been able to tell the difference between an evo with it on and no screen protector. Second off, its the method of application that makes or breaks screen protectors. The single best way to apply one is in the bathroom. Turn on the shower and let the bathroom get foggy. This drops all the dusk in the air so you have a nice clean environment to work in. also use a good/new lint free cloth to clean while in the bathroom. use a little patience to get it lined up and start on the bottom and slowly move up using the included tool or a credit card. smooth out any remaining tiny bubbles and your in heaven my friend.
Wish I posted here first before applying the screen protector. I'll just have to baby it for now.
If you are going to use one of the ones made with the military grade polymer, bodyguardz is one of the better ones. It doesn't have the orange peel feel to it and they have a dry apply version.
I use steinheil too. The shower method is a little excessive tho. Just get a couple pieces of tape and dab around the whole screen to remove as much lint as you can, apply the protector and if there is still lint under use a strip of tape to life the protector and another piece to remove the lint.
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Screen protectors can be a pain in the ass, but with just a LITTLE bit of time, they can be awesome. First off, i use and swear by steinheil screen protectors. They feel exactly like the glass on the phone and not one person including myself has been able to tell the difference between an evo with it on and no screen protector. Second off, its the method of application that makes or breaks screen protectors. The single best way to apply one is in the bathroom. Turn on the shower and let the bathroom get foggy. This drops all the dusk in the air so you have a nice clean environment to work in. also use a good/new lint free cloth to clean while in the bathroom. use a little patience to get it lined up and start on the bottom and slowly move up using the included tool or a credit card. smooth out any remaining tiny bubbles and your in heaven my friend.
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I started using them and love them. IMO one if not the best out.
You just have to take your time. You cant tell mine is on.. I have used the anti fingerprint anf liked it a lot, but im using clear now and love it.... I wont go to the wet apply again.
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I hate the glass. I like the plasticy rubbery feel of zagg. My hand can slide and there's no smudges or prints on. Amaxing
A drop of Chuck Norris's semen was placed on the IPhone. We now have the Htc Evo.
Just FYI, I found a screen protector that I swear buy. It feels like glass, like the original screen. I dont know how scratch resistant it is but after a few months I'm still scratch free. Also I put one on my wifes phone. They come in a three pack off Amazon for $7 and some change shipped. It's worth giving a shot. Here's the link- http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003T1WI02/ref=oss_product
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I use steinheil too. The shower method is a little excessive tho. Just get a couple pieces of tape and dab around the whole screen to remove as much lint as you can, apply the protector and if there is still lint under use a strip of tape to life the protector and another piece to remove the lint.
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That's pretty innovative! I'll remember the tape trick next time. Thanks
I like Zagg InvisibleShield on my EVO. I had to order a replacement since I messed mine up with attempting to put on the front of a DecalGirl skin (pain in the butt).
I know I would have a hard time doing it myself so I had Best Buy install the last one and probably do my replacement. Yeah, they charge $8 but both times on my EVO and on my father's new android upgrade were perfect. No air bubbles, no trapped dust, dirt, and grim under the screen protector.
Check my Signature for a great option for screen protectors. They used to only have one type, now you can get a whole lot of options. I love them! I used the shower method too, and it worked great for me. Still on my first one - 4 months and counting.
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Check my Signature for a great option for screen protectors. They used to only have one type, now you can get a whole lot of options. I love them! I used the shower method too, and it worked great for me. Still on my first one - 4 months and counting.
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Are there scratches on ur screen protector? That's the other thing that drives me crazy.
I personally have to have a screen protector mainly due to my job . I work in the service department of a heavy equippment dealership . Besides being around dust and dirt and parts being ground down there is no telling what my fingers will pick up . I went with no protector at first and thats when I got my first two scratches . Had the invisible shield installed and scratches got covered up . Point of the story is , depending on your field of work and what you are exposing the phone to pretty much determines how well your screen is gonna remain scratch free . One thing that does irritate me to some extent . I had a Blackberry Storm that remained scratch free and never had a screen protector on it .
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Screen protectors can be a pain in the ass, but with just a LITTLE bit of time, they can be awesome. First off, i use and swear by steinheil screen protectors. They feel exactly like the glass on the phone and not one person including myself has been able to tell the difference between an evo with it on and no screen protector. Second off, its the method of application that makes or breaks screen protectors. The single best way to apply one is in the bathroom. Turn on the shower and let the bathroom get foggy. This drops all the dusk in the air so you have a nice clean environment to work in. also use a good/new lint free cloth to clean while in the bathroom. use a little patience to get it lined up and start on the bottom and slowly move up using the included tool or a credit card. smooth out any remaining tiny bubbles and your in heaven my friend.
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Going to give my vote to the Steinheil too. First off, I started out with a Zagg but could not stand the rubbery feel. In addition, I also use my EVO as a music player when I work out (I have an armband case that has a plastic cover on it) and every time I pulled the EVO out of the case after the workout, it would pull the Zagg cover off. PAIN IN THE *SS! I got so tired of it happening, the last time I just crumpled up the Zagg and tossed it in the trash. At that point, I was ready to go with a NAKED screen but had to remind myself that I was on my second EVO. The screen on my first got scratched 3 days after I brought it home (Don't even know how... with a 20-month old running around at home, could have been anything).
Now, going back to the Steinheil - I read reviews of it on Amazon and everyone raved. It was somewhat affordable so I thought, why not. After applying it, I have to say it's pretty awesome. Does it feel like glass? Not in my opinion - it feels "silky" but not SMOOTH like glass (does that make sense?) More importantly, it doesn't feel like rubber like the Zagg. And a fringe benefit, it does a great job of keeping off the fingerprints! And how about working out? I've used put in the armband case now 4X and it hasn't come off once. With the Zagg, I've had to reapply it 4 times!
So, my vote is for the Steinheil too... (BTW, they give you two in a case so you can try and find someone to split the costs with you if cost is an issue).
Boxwave screen protectors are the way to go. The crystal ones are awesome
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I buy the cheap ones from China on ebay and they seem to work fine. I usually just buy them in bulk for like $10 and stash them. I replace them every couple of months once they get scratched. I swear by the shower method in the bathroom, always have a clean application.
I initially had a zagg screen protector but it was GARBAGE. I ripped it off after 2 days of having it. I ended up getting a privacy screen protector off eBay for $3.00 and have had it since. I do miss the crisp clarity of the Evo screen but it has proved useful and has worked much better than that zagg crap.
I got a Zagg as soon as I got my Evo. I had used them on other devices (G1, my brief stint with an iphone, my Moment). Some people don't like the orange peel effect, and say it feels tacky, but it doesn't bother me (I don't even notice the orange peel effect). I have had it since August of last year, since the Evo was so hard to come by for the longest time lol. I have no scratches, and no bubbles. No peeling of the sides, except one when I put my Seidio case on initially, but it smoothed back out. I had Best Buy install it for me this go around, and I couldn't be happier. I have had it like I said, since August, with heavy use, and it stays in my pocket. It still looks as good as the day I got it
I got the Zaggs I ordered for half price on black friday today...
Very disappointed with the E4GT full-body shield. The back cover's texture prevents a good seal, so it looks shrink-wrapped. The side panels are not cut accurately enough, so there are gaps and overlaps.
Overall, not good.
My wife's Nexus S full-body shield was perfect, however.
Never been a big fan of soft film type protectors.
I like the ones that are hard and go on dry but these type do get scratched and I count on having to replace them once or twice a year. I had a Steinheil protector for my Incredible that was cut absolutely prefect, never had a protector fit so good. I was so impressed with it, I bought one for the EVO 4G and the cut was not that good. I think it's hit or miss for lots companies.
I used invisishield for 3 years on the iphone until I realized that the screen is more scratch and smudge resistant than any of these shields are. And naked glass just feels way better to the touch too. Forget screens, save your money.
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I used clear armor for the iphone 3G and loved it, but that phone didn't have a back. I am currently using a TPU case and their updated screen protector and am happy with it, all for about $15
I'm using the screen shield, which is pretty good/pretty standard for Zagg. I can't vouch for the body protector though.
I usually prefer the Bodyguardz to the Zagg, but it was available in the store so I went with the Invisible Shield. The Bodyguardz always seem to have a little more firm and smooth surface.
OP did you get the wet or the dry one?
jblues1969 said:
I got the Zaggs I ordered for half price on black friday today...
Very disappointed with the E4GT full-body shield. The back cover's texture prevents a good seal, so it looks shrink-wrapped. The side panels are not cut accurately enough, so there are gaps and overlaps.
Overall, not good.
My wife's Nexus S full-body shield was perfect, however.
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The back cover texture of the ET4G isn't Zagg's fault. Maybe you just got a crappy install. I have one and other than the back cover (which really doesn't need to be wrapped anyways) it looks great. I have it in a CaseMate Pop case too and it seems practically indestructible.
No, I had the wet one, by the way. I installed myself and the back cover eventually got better over the texture, but the overall fit was 2mm short in width. I found the camera opening to be much too large also. Just a bad fit. The screen protector was the best part of it, but I still didn't like it - not perfectly transparent and had an iridescence to it that hurt visibility.
I am currently using a Steinheil protector on my touch with a matte black tpu case and love the original look of the glass and slim profile of the case. My sister had invisishield on hers and it made the screen looks funky (the one where you spray there little solution to put on). The steinheil protector fits better than the invisishield and feels better too. if you use an exacto knife and cut the area that covers the volume button then it makes the button 10x easier to press(but hard to accidentally press it). I recommend you give ste steinheil a try. No, I don't work for them haha.
jblues1969 said:
I got the Zaggs I ordered for half price on black friday today...
Very disappointed with the E4GT full-body shield. The back cover's texture prevents a good seal, so it looks shrink-wrapped. The side panels are not cut accurately enough, so there are gaps and overlaps.
Overall, not good.
My wife's Nexus S full-body shield was perfect, however.
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idk about u but mine fits perfectly and it looks quite nice. i think its just the matter of how u put it on. i spent like 15-30 mins on mine. but it was worth the time
I thought the epic touch used gorilla glass? does it even need a screenie?
I dont like my zaggs either, but it was available so i figured id try.
phantom skinz ftw! Same as invisishield but without the orange peel effect, it smooth..
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I thought the epic touch used gorilla glass? does it even need a screenie?
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It does but it still glass, wheather or not they say it scratch resistant. It not, that advertising for ya.. Just like when you buy a phone that comes with 16gb. It not really 16 gb more like 15 something or 14 something..
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It does but it still glass, wheather or not they say it scratch resistant. It not, that advertising for ya.. Just like when you buy a phone that comes with 16gb. It not really 16 gb more like 15 something or 14 something..
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It does come with 16, just 1-2gbs are used by the system. The OS has to live somewhere on the device.
And you don't really NEED a screen protector on this with the Gorilla glass. I've done tests of this stuff and its pretty strong, you screenie is far less scratch resident, and I personally like the feel and look of the bare glass, but you will always be better off with one. Just in case.
IMO the supper expensive ones are worth it when the screen is as good as it is now, a cheeper one is fine.
EDIT: Just the other day I dropped my epic face down, no protector, and it slid about 2 feet across asfault. I picked it up, brushed it off, and went on my way. No damage
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It does come with 16, just 1-2gbs are used by the system. The OS has to live somewhere on the device.
And you don't really NEED a screen protector on this with the Gorilla glass. I've done tests of this stuff and its pretty strong, you screenie is far less scratch resident, and I personally like the feel and look of the bare glass, but you will always be better off with one. Just in case.
IMO the supper expensive ones are worth it when the screen is as good as it is now, a cheeper one is fine.
EDIT: Just the other day I dropped my epic face down, no protector, and it slid about 2 feet across asfault. I picked it up, brushed it off, and went on my way. No damage
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More than just one of myCIS teachers have said the same thing in their lectures, it all about advertising. Then tell me why when I format my 8GB mini sd card it says the total space is only 7.41? There is nothing on there.
this is a bit of an ego fight between software guys and hardware guys.
Hardware guys see a megabyte as 1000 kb and a Gigabyte as 1000 mb
so 8gb is 8000mb and they really are about this big.
but SOFTWARE guys see a megabyte as 1024kb and a gigabyte as 1024mb
do the math. 8000 divided by 1024 is what?
7.8125 now add in the space "formatting" always consumes and you get your 7.4gb
this is why 16gb is 15.625gb in 1024 language and then add in overhead and your at what? 14.61gb or something like that?
Costs way too much for a screen protector.
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I just put the wet zagg on my ET4G and noticed that it's not perfectly matched to the phone also. The statement about it being 2mm too narrow is pretty accurate. I ended up lining it up with the right edge of the screen so that i have a full 2mm gap at the left side. I usually hold my phone with cap. buttons on the right when I'm in landscape, so this way my finger doesn't catch a lip of the protector when i'm swiping the notification bar down.
As for the discussion about whether Gorilla Glass needs a protector, I have to say for the most part I agree, it doesn't. However, my OG epic did end up with a few scratches that were very light and not visible with the screen on. Given a perfect install, however, I am always happier with the ZAGG shields because of the 'orange peel' look being better for glare and fingerprints. If it isn't perfect, it always bothers me.
Can't speak for the back cover but I didn't really want one anyway. Also, FYI, radio shack has the invisibleshields on sale for 14.99 in store right now. A little more expensive than online but they will install it for you for free if you wait around, or exchange it if you screw up (according to the manager I talked to yesterday).
I would recommend the steinheil ultra crystal screen protector if you want to use one. I have tried five or six different ones, this one is nice and clear seems like othingi s on there.
It DOES wear over time, I got about 50 days of HARD use out of one before the scratches got too bad to bear, some big ones too.
Glass underneath, good as new. I am afraid of scratching the glass to be honest, so I will be lighter and try and get more life per cover. I would like 3 or four months at $7.50 each so...
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I had Zagg for the past 3-4 years and I loved it until I upgraded to this phone --- then headed to the local mall and at one of those little kiosks the guy was doing the whole phone in a 3M Alternative for $20 bucks. I'll never go back to Zagg. You can barely feel anything on it, plus the thing I hated most about Zagg is that sticky feeling --- not even close to the 3M. Definitely would recommend stopping by and finding the 3M kiosk. Wayyyy better IMO
Ive had the invisible shield on my tablet for a month. I thought I would LOVE it, since I have it on my phone, but the texture, on a bigger screen really annoys me! I spent $30 including the installation, and Im tempted to get a cheap $1 protector cuz they dont have texture
Does anybody else have this problem?
I would rather have to get a new $1 screen protector every 2 months than always be annoyed by the invisible shield...
I personally have ghost armor on my tablet an love it (ghost armored all my mobile devices including my 2 playstation portables) an the feel ghost armor has to me is nice as long as nothing sticky touches the screen it remains nice an smooth as silk
I went with my gut feeling and bought a cheap screen protector and I enjoy the a100 even more cuz I can actually scroll or move apps around
i bought a set of 3 Fosmon protectors for about $8, they work good, i messed up 2 of them but the 3rd one went on good, actually i got the 2nd one on perfectly, then when i removed the top layer i accidentally pulled up the screen protector too.....i didnt even realize it for a couple of minutes, i sure was mad
(the font camera hole is in the right place but it doesnt have the little cut out for the home button like my first screen protector had, but it doesnt need it because works perfectly)
i give this screen protector an A
the ones i got from Newegg are: Fosmon Crystal Clear Screen Protector Shield for Acer Iconia Tab A100 (3 pack).....i tried to put the link but it will not allow me to post links until 8 posts
pintek said:
I personally have ghost armor on my tablet an love it (ghost armored all my mobile devices including my 2 playstation portables) an the feel ghost armor has to me is nice as long as nothing sticky touches the screen it remains nice an smooth as silk
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this is the first time ive heard of ghost armor .. when i get my tablet back im gonna ghost armor the **** outta it lol alsom my htc g2 is gna be gettin some ghost armor shortly as well i wanna go clear but do you think the white would look good ??
i just put the Skinomi Carbon Fibre skin on my A100. It's just automotive grade vinyl sticker, but it protects against scratches and keeps the tab slim enough to fit in my pockets. The vinyl is textured and not as "grippy" as the stock slick back is, so it slides around in my hand a bit more than without the skin on it. Overall though it looks way better than the blue wavy Acer back, imo.
It came with a screen protector but I haven't bothered to put it on yet. I like the feel of the Gorilla Glass too much.
took mine off. had a zagg. I'm just being careful with mine and so far the screen is just fine
I use XOskins on the two tablets and four phones we have at our house right now. They are a wet install and take about 48 hours to fully clear all the bubbles out, be careful with any wet install protector when putting a case on that it doesnt grab the edge. XOskins does make phone screen protectors full size and case cut which are trimmed 1/8" all around. For whatever reason both tablets were easier installs then the phones, meaning almost zero bubbles when first installed but they clear out anyway. Keep your fingers wet for best results.
Now as far as clarity goes these are crystal clear, extremely durable and also come with lifetime replacements. Google for a discount code, usually a 20-30% code to use.
I had a protector on that screen for nearly a year before i finally got tired of the texture. I removed it and have been using it with no protector and its smooth and feels just fine.
I really haven't had anything close to a scratch like I have with smartphones in the past, since it doesn't reside in my pocket constantly in motion, it just doesn't get the wear and tear. Even the shiny coating on the case is still stock-perfect and I haven't been babying it.
It doesn't seem to be as important to protect this tablets screen as it does with a more roughly-handled phone.