Develop Bugs

Zagg InvisibleShield has a problem (and they know it)

I have a Zagg InvisibleShield on my iPad. After applying it I noticed a few little lines that look like perfectly straight scratches but I chalked it up to user error. I went ahead and ordered one for my shiny new Samsung Vibrant and then waited over a week for it to arrive. When it finally showed up I immediately installed it and it went on without a hitch (after my iPad installation I was a PRO).
I noticed immediately that the lines were there (a couple of vertical lines from top to bottom) but I went ahead and waited a little while to see if they would go away. They never went away and are particularly irritating on white backgrounds (like web pages). I decided that I couldn't handle it anymore and wrote in for a refund. Here is the reply I got:
Hello Don,
Thank you for contacting ZAGG, where we are zealous about great gadgets! My name is David and I appreciate the opportunity to assist you.
In regards to your e-mail, the nature of the invisibleSHIELD has some limitations and it seems you have located one of the few. There can, at times, be some considerably small lines that may appear like an incredibly fine hair or scratch and this is an unavoidable quality.
If you would like, we can offer you a one time courtesy replacement for your invisibleSHIELD, but we cannot guarantee that it will be free of lines.
To process your replacement request you will be asked to provide a credit or debit card....
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It goes on to explain how to get the "courtesy replacement" and how to submit my credit card information so that THEY CAN CHARGE ME FOR SHIPPING! If there's a "limitations" to the product and I have "located one of the few" then they should send it to me for free. These "incredibly fine hair or scratch" lines are not acceptable on a phone where the primary selling point is the awesomely clear and 'vibrant' screen.
They did eventually get around to giving me instructions for how to get the refund so that's the route I will be taking. I have already ordered the Realook screen protector so once that gets here I will be sending the Zagg back to them.
Zagg buyer beware. You might get a good one but they "cannot guarantee that it will be free of lines".
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I have Zaggs on nearly all of my devices (13, including my Vibrant) and have never once had this issue. I hope this is isolated to just you, and I don't mean that in a bad way...
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GODCYPH said:
I have Zaggs on nearly all of my devices (13, including my Vibrant) and have never once had this issue. I hope this is isolated to just you, and I don't mean that in a bad way...
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It's far from just me. Google 'zagg vertical lines' and you will see that there are many people who have had the same problem.
My Realook just showed up. I ordered on Tuesday received in the mail on Thursday where it took the Zagg 9 days to show up. I took off the Zagg and put on the Realook and the difference couldn't be more "clear". If I handed someone my phone and asked if there is a screen protector on it they would say "no" (definitely not the case with the Zagg). It looks and feels like the factory glass and I LOVE IT.
I am definitely going to go with Realook from now on.

could you post a link to where to get the realooks?

Edit: See below for link.
This guy has 100% positive feedback and I see why. I ordered it Tuesday and it showed up on Thursday, from CA to TX, so I couldn't ask for faster shipping (and it's FREE).
I can't stress enough how perfect this thing is. If you want your screen to look and feel like glass this is the protector to get.

I'm having the same issue with the Zagg vertical lines. I actually thought maybe the spray messed up the AMOLED so today I took the screen protector off and the lines disappeared. I'll be contacting Zagg and looking into something else...

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cgi.ebay.com/REALOOK-Samsung-Galaxy-S-AFP-Screen-Protector-2PK-/250671452317?cmd=ViewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a5d2ed09d
This guy has 100% positive feedback and I see why. I ordered it Tuesday and it showed up on Thursday, from CA to TX, so I couldn't ask for faster shipping (and it's FREE).
I can't stress enough how perfect this thing is. If you want your screen to look and feel like glass this is the protector to get.
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Just ordered one, nice that it comes in pack of 2. Otherwise, I'll have to order an extra for my wife's Vibrant, thanks for the link.
Was going to order the clearfreak, but I didn't want to deal with the wet application, then having to deal with the haze & bubbles for a few days.

that link is for the International galaxy, it has the mouse hole at the bottom.
Here is the link for the Vibrant
http://cgi.ebay.com/REALOOK-Samsung...ewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a5d4d4462

Just ordered a set of the real look as well...I grabbed some T-Mobile anti-smear screen protectors yesterday and hate those things. They cover only the screen itself, are matte, feel funny and the worst thing, they distort the screen in some whacked way, making the pixels almost iridescent. Needless to say, I ripped it off after an hour!
I am really looking forward to the new ones, after reading a lot of good testimonials!
Thanks for the link!
--Zax

SykesAT said:
that link is for the International galaxy, it has the mouse hole at the bottom.
Here is the link for the Vibrant
http://cgi.ebay.com/REALOOK-Samsung...ewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a5d4d4462
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What he said ^^ ... I noticed that as well.

My bad. I went to the seller and clicked the wrong item. I am sorry if I screwed anyone up.
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They sell the realooks on amazon too for the same price.
http://www.amazon.com/REALOOK-T-Mob...2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1280495459&sr=8-2

Pneumatic said:
My bad. I went to the seller and clicked the wrong item. I am sorry if I screwed anyone up.
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thanks for taking the link out... I ordered one too, thanks for give a comparison between the zagg and realook.

mrmack said:
They sell the realooks on amazon too for the same price.
http://www.amazon.com/REALOOK-T-Mob...2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1280495459&sr=8-2
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I don't know how it could get any better than the guy on Ebay. It was one of my best transactions there (most definitely the fastest shipping).
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Pneumatic said:
I don't know how it could get any better than the guy on Ebay. It was one of my best transactions there (most definitely the fastest shipping).
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Mostly likely both are from the same seller.

i too had these lines on my cliq xt, my cliq titanium, my G1, and my laptop. i went to physical store though so they replaced them for free each time, mainly cause im a tmobile account manager with deutche telekom and they dont charge me. but they would have offered to replace them for free anyways they told me because it is a flaw in the product and it shouldnt be present in every shield

Anyone using the REALOOK, does the screen feels sticky like Zagg? I remember getting Zagg for Mytouch, and it felt sticky so I ended up buying PhantomSkinz.

The Realook is as smooth as the glass. Absolutely no friction when using Swype.
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If you're going to buy a Realook, there is 10% coupon code flying around. I know it works on Amazon for sure, but dunno about ebay since you have to confirm your buy before using a coupon.

Thanks for sharing. I'm aware.

X10 Skins

I just ordered 3 skins from this website. They all look awesome, I couldn't choose just one.
http://www.decalgirl.com/category.view/Sony-Xperia-X10-Skins
Will post actual pics when I receive them.

nice one thanks for link been lookin for something like this also do skins etc for ps3 nice !!!

There is also GelaSkin for this kind of skins. You ca create your own skin online.
http://www.gelaskins.com/store/skins/phones/Sony_XPERIA_10

Very nice and very tempting to create some of my own!

Just got them. Check these out

Theaccomplice88 said:
Just got them. Check these out
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so are these easy to apply skin to phone? also do you think they leave a mess if u removed after changin?

Theaccomplice88 said:
Just got them. Check these out
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they are looking good...

That one is actually the second one I applied, the first came off easily enough
Sent from mah phone *****! X10a FTW

found a promotion code.. better than nothing i guess! lol
DECAL10 (10% discount code off product(s) if anyones interested in buying anything)

Mobzter said:
found a promotion code.. better than nothing i guess! lol
DECAL10 (10% discount code off product(s) if anyones interested in buying anything)
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thanks Mobzter lucky i had quick check of this thread before ordering thxs again tho !!!

i order 3 takes while to post as in uk but with promo code i saved 3 usd so all cool !!! just have to sit here and wait now

do those ones come with a screen protector?

These are really cool. Did you get high gloss or matte/satin ones?
Edit: Just ordered a few. Couldn't decide either. Thanks for the promo code Mobzter!

gelaskin incoming!
I ordered one from gelaskins. Should be coming soon since i got the shipping email today. Since I have a black x10a, I wanted something that would make my phone look similar to the white one.
I decided on getting this golf ball skin:
gelaskins.com/store/skins/phones/Sony_XPERIA_10/Golfer
I will post pics when I get the skin and put it on the phone.
Sorry about the link, i'm new.

I custom made one from gelaskins. It should arrive in a week or so (hopefully faster!)
If you're a Rogers customer, they have a thank you event and is giving away one free skin. Free shipping too if you use Canada Post.

Hey guys,
I've been buying decalgirl products for all my devices for a while. If you want a nice coupon code, select the matte finish and use coupon code GOMATTE, it'll save you the cost of the matte finish. I found that matte is alot smoother of a finish. I'm at work right now, so I can't post pics but here's the one I got in matte and it looks great:
http://www.decalgirl.com/item.view/45404
*Nevermind the GOMATTE coupon code, they expired it. GIMME10 is still valid though! 10% off. If I get any other promos, I'll advise you guys!

Got Mine today. Here is the first one I applied. They go on easy. The adhesive is very nice.

can we have some photos of skins on black

Thanks for this thread Theaccomplice88!
I ordered one yesterday, the one with the big green circles in Matte
BTW; Does anyone recognize the home screen that they use for their pictures? Or is it just a picture...

I got a skin from them for my x10 and the front skin does not enough room for the buttons. I tried several times to reapply it incase I was doing something wrong but it would always make them harder to push and eventually I gave up. I'm not sure if it was just the skin I got, or if they will all be cut the same. The back piece fit perfectly. Just a word of advice incase you decide to drop 15 bucks at GelaSkins. I got mine through a promotion at rogers for free so I'm not terribly upset
MxCraft said:
There is also GelaSkin for this kind of skins. You ca create your own skin online.
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Please somebody send me a 50% invisible shield coupon.thanks

Please somebody send me a 50% invisible shield coupon.thanks
i want to buy on set for my evo 4g....thanks.

Don't have a 50% but here is a 40% zdw69nab

bbelhorn said:
Don't have a 50% but here is a 40% zdw69nab
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thanks buddy!!! but the code is invalid
You entered an invalid discount code

Try stealthguards.com
Free whole body shields and only pay for shipping.
Using it on my evo and fits great.
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duongdn said:
Try stealthguards.com
Free whole body shields and only pay for shipping.
Using it on my evo and fits great.
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I also got one of those and it is great
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stealth are a hundred times less rubbery than zagg. they protect jist as well, and the fit is identical.

how much do those shields cost?

I'll sell my new Maximum coverage for 20 bucks .

JohnQ said:
thanks buddy!!! but the code is invalid
You entered an invalid discount code
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Somone may have used it before you did, I guess I should have PMed you with it.
Hello,
Thank you for entering ZAGG's weekly Apple iPad giveaway contest.
Congratulations, your discount code is for 40% off site-wide on ZAGG.com only. You can use your discount code one time during checkout before September 30th, 2010. Your discount code is good up to 3 items only. If you can't use your discount code why not share it with family, friends, Facebook or Twitter?
zdw69nab *
Thanks for entering the ZAGG iPad giveaway. Be sure to tell your friends and family so they can have a chance to win.
Follow us on Twitter for a chance to win daily prizes. Visit ZAGG.com/win for more information.
The ZAGG team
* Discounts not available for all products

You probably went there already, but stealthguards just is charging shipping right now, so they will probably be even less than the invisible shield with 50 percent off.

Stealth guards are P.O.S. You should read thru this thread before you give them your money for over priced shipping... Alot of people were having issues installing them. It seems they had a bad batch of these and are giving them away but are making a ton of $ with the over priced shipping for something they probably got for free.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=751671

just pay the $15 for a zagg screen protector dude. Not that big of a deal.

i like the clarivu screen protectors i bought. http://www.clarivue.com/

duongdn said:
Try stealthguards.com
Free whole body shields and only pay for shipping.
Using it on my evo and fits great.
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thanks buddy, im gona try that one. but is it available for worldwide shipping? to China for example

sprink0281 said:
Stealth guards are P.O.S. You should read thru this thread before you give them your money for over priced shipping... Alot of people were having issues installing them. It seems they had a bad batch of these and are giving them away but are making a ton of $ with the over priced shipping for something they probably got for free.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=751671
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While i do admit that they were harder to get off the sheet then most other screen protectors with very little effort you can get them off using the instructions that were posted. once you get them off the sheet they work great. If spending 13-27 extra dollars so that you dont have to take an extra 2 minutes and use a razor (or i used a flat head screwdriver) to help the pieces off then i guess go for it. but the screen protectors them selves are actually quiet nice.
Anyway to each there own for me it was not that hard to get them off the sheet just put the end of the razor or object right where the line for the cut is and pull gently on the excess till it comes up. for under 3$ i still feel it is worth it. people for get that most shipping includes handling they have to pay someone to make sure the protector is in the envelop with and shipped. the extra 2$ per i am sure makes them some money but not nearly as much as you people are acting like.

jasongthang said:
just pay the $15 for a zagg screen protector dude. Not that big of a deal.
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Yup, I just got mine from radio shack, same price as online.

Don't order the stealth guards. I had 4 sets shipped to me and they were horrendous. I put a set on myself (looked terrible), had a buddy who does them at work put it on and it looked terrible..just not worth it. I ended up charging my money back because they were horrible quality.

backdown said:
Don't order the stealth guards. I had 4 sets shipped to me and they were horrendous. I put a set on myself (looked terrible), had a buddy who does them at work put it on and it looked terrible..just not worth it. I ended up charging my money back because they were horrible quality.
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I'm not sure why everyone is knocking the Stealth Guards? I have always used Zagg shields in the past and the Stealth Guards are on par with them. Yah they come in a plain envelope, and yah they are stuck together, and yah you have to becareful when you pull them apart, but once you get over that the process is the same as putting on the Zagg shields. Just mix a solution of 2 drops dish washing liquid with some water, wash your hands thouroughly, clean the phone, spray the shield with the solution, stick it on the phone, slide in place, remove any excess water with a credit card, let dry. Thats it. It will look like there is a haze for at least 24 hours, as it did with the Zaggs, but after that it is crystal clear. I have used 3 of these on three different evos and they all look great and you have to look extremely hard to tell that there is a shield on them.

If you go to Zagg's website and enter an email for the ipad give away they will send you a 40% off code.
Here is the one i got. I don't need it so enjoy. zdsfa6wj

ZAGG20
it's 20% off that's been working forever now

Skinomi skins - pictures?

Based on pics they have up on their site of other phones, and watching a couple of their install videos, I'm really interested in the Skinomi skins... they have plenty of pictures up for other models of phones, but no pictures for the Epic 4G Touch:
http://www.skinomi.com/samsungwithin.html
I sent their customer service a message, telling them I am interested but not willing to order completely sight-unseen since I don't know how the skins will be implemented on this particular phone.
Has anyone used these skins before?
Anyone got one of them on their Epic 4G Touch yet?

I'm hoping it'll be similar to this, since these phones are pretty similar form factor:
http://www.skinomi.com/samsung-infuse-4g-carbon-fiber-skin-protector.html
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Looks pretty cool in the dark wood too: http://www.skinomi.com/samsung-infuse-4g-dark-wood-skin-protector.html

geolemon said:
Based on pics they have up on their site of other phones, and watching a couple of their install videos, I'm really interested in the Skinomi skins... they have plenty of pictures up for other models of phones, but no pictures for the Epic 4G Touch:
http://www.skinomi.com/samsungwithin.html
I sent their customer service a message, telling them I am interested but not willing to order completely sight-unseen since I don't know how the skins will be implemented on this particular phone.
Has anyone used these skins before?
Anyone got one of them on their Epic 4G Touch yet?
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None of us actually have ours since they lied about them being in stock and then lied again that they shipped out when they didn't. We'll probably get them Monday.

FaRKle! said:
None of us actually have ours since they lied about them being in stock and then lied again that they shipped out when they didn't. We'll probably get them Monday.
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Yup I sent them a email via amazon and they basically told me to get bent
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FaRKle! said:
None of us actually have ours since they lied about them being in stock and then lied again that they shipped out when they didn't. We'll probably get them Monday.
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I won't buy Skinomi again after their HP TouchPad crap. Ordered a carbon fiber skin for the back of mine. They sent me a email saying it shipped but didn't actually go out til 3 days later. Then When I get it they for whatever reason added a cut out in the back to expose the nasty HP logo instead of leaving it one piece like pictured. The picture of the skin when I bought it was one piece, a few days later they switched it to the one with the center cutout.

I got mine today and installed it and its great. I had one on my inspire and loved it. It takes about 1 to 2 days for it to settle but when it does its like glass. Ill post pics tomorrow when all the solution drys and the bubbles disappear.

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I got mine today and installed it and its great. I had one on my inspire and loved it. It takes about 1 to 2 days for it to settle but when it does its like glass. Ill post pics tomorrow when all the solution drys and the bubbles disappear.
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Looking forward to it.
You have a skin, or just a screen protector? I'm curious what the layout is. Guessing still that it's like the Inspire links I posted above.

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I got mine today and installed it and its great. I had one on my inspire and loved it. It takes about 1 to 2 days for it to settle but when it does its like glass. Ill post pics tomorrow when all the solution drys and the bubbles disappear.
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What does it look like before it settles in? I put mine on about 2 hours ago and some spots on the screen look kind of sparkly. Is this normal? Maybe the solution hasn't dried?
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kzoak82 said:
What does it look like before it settles in? I put mine on about 2 hours ago and some spots on the screen look kind of sparkly. Is this normal? Maybe the solution hasn't dried?
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I just got mine in the mail....im having second thoughts about putting it on...i hate sparkles...hopefully they will disappear on yours...let us know...I also have invisible shield coming to me...i just mite wait for that

R2D2 631 said:
I just got mine in the mail....im having second thoughts about putting it on...i hate sparkles...hopefully they will disappear on yours...let us know...I also have invisible shield coming to me...i just mite wait for that
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I can confirm that the sparkles have disappeared. Links great now. Much better than the invisishield
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By the way, they're available now for $3.95 plus free shipping on Amazon. I ordered a back up because it's a nice protector and so damn cheap. Figured this may be a pricing gimmick by skinomi, first time buyer. Can't go wrong for 4 bucks shipped. I don't mind the friction and it's application process gets rid of any possible air pockets and the rainbowing seems to be minimal and disappearing. Those are the things i was most concerned about. I'm diggin it.

how long did you guys wait to use the phone after applying the screen protector ??

Just to clarify...
... This thread is about the skins, not the screen protector.
Don't get me wrong - I wouldn't mind hearing how those are either, in fact id like to hear if that's all you got - but mostly want to see if the skins are laid out the same way as in the second post:
geolemon said:
I'm hoping it'll be similar to this, since these phones are pretty similar form factor:
http://www.skinomi.com/samsung-infuse-4g-carbon-fiber-skin-protector.html
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Looks pretty cool in the dark wood too: http://www.skinomi.com/samsung-infuse-4g-dark-wood-skin-protector.html
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Since these seem like a great anti-case solution, I'd love to see any pictures, i don't want to buy blind.
Thanks!

I can tell you that I bought a TPU black matte case and a skinomi screen protector and they both look excellent. I have in the past on various phones used Zagg, Ghost Armor and Best Skinz. Skinomi looks as good or better then the Ghost Armor which is the only other brand I would buy again. There is little to none orange peel effect and the feel of it is almost non-existent. Zagg is the only brand i would never ever buy again. The feel of Zagg is comparable to cover being on the phone vs naked and the look leaves alot to be desired also.
For the price on Amazon for the Skinomi, it is a clear winner (no pun intended) in my book.

Good to know...
I'm not a "case" kind of a guy - i like slim and pocketable - but I do have a tpu case on here right now, and would definitely recommend it. My matte black one looks upscale and fits really well, and it's not too thick really.
I just want that mm or two back.

Any pictures?

I'm trying to upload some pictures but it won't let me it keeps giving me a security error.

Here are a few pictures of the carbon fiber skin and the screen protector.

I'm impressed... I think that looks even better than the Infuse!

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What does it look like before it settles in? I put mine on about 2 hours ago and some spots on the screen look kind of sparkly. Is this normal? Maybe the solution hasn't dried?
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You need to give these skins at least 24hrs to settle. 48hrs for sure. Assuming the install went well, you should see all bubbles/sparkles disappear.

75% off XtremeGuard screen and/or full body protectors

Not sure how long this will last so get them while you can!
Here's the deal, add 3 items or more to your cart, enter code "big75", without the quotation marks, during checkout and get 75% off your total. Here's the order I just placed....2 full body protectors and another screen protector, grand total $6.25 shipped!!! It's free shipping in the US but shipping worldwide is very affordable as well.
http://www.xtremeguard.com/Samsung-...-Protectors-p/galaxy_s_3_screen_protector.htm

I bought one Full Body for my Skyrocket and it's pretty good. I mean, for that price, it's great. Buy with confidence from them...

The discount code is invalid. This sucks

Hate to say it topgun... you must have entered it wrong. I literally just placed my order, and it went through fine.

You need to pick 3 items for the code to work.
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Just installed mine, very nice and no bubbles or anything.

I have this and im not a fan.
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they are .99c on Amazon

Code still works
I literally just ordered mine too and the code does indeed work. Even if I am ultimately not satisfied I'm out a whopping $3.75 total shipped for 3 protectors. Still ordering a hard case though as I just can't fully bring myself to trust more than scratch/screen protection. A very affordable way to give this company and product a try!

I ordered mine and then cancelled it because I was hearing about some banding issues. Received my paypal refund. Yesterday I check my mail and I still received my products (3 full body, 1 screen)

Finally got my gs3 yesterday and installed this. The back cover went on horribly (user error, didn't really take my time). The first front cover didn't go on so well, but the second went on fine. There was some odd streaking because of the remaining liquid, but they're all but gone this morning. I have one small blemish that looks like the material bunched up, but I can live with it, might go away anyway.
In retrospect, the first front cover's problems probably would have disappeared, but I kind of panicked. This morning when I picked the phone up, it was clear enough that for some reason I forgot I put one on. Worth the money spent.

You're doing it wrong. I just tried the code and it works fine for me, as of 2 minutes ago.

I'm kind of shocked this code is still working, I didn't think it would be going on for so long but that's good for us! Keep those reviews coming, and include pics if you can. That helps us see what you're talking about and factors into the decision making process as well.

the code is still working, thanks bro.
but to get the advantage, you need at least 3
Coupon code "big75" is not valid. Your shopping cart must contain a total quantity of at least 3. Your current cart quantity is 1.

iSpanish said:
the code is still working, thanks bro but to get the advantage, you need at least 3
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LoL, I said in the OP you need to put at least 3 items in your cart. It's alright bro, brain fart, we all get 'em

Wow, what happened to my thread, it used to be many pages long???

It's here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1695024