Theres probably another post about this, but can anyone recommend a good screen protector that you can still use swype on?
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The ones sold by ATT for 10$ are the best I have used thus far. Every other screen protector I tried is just sticky plastic film.
Really? The only one I had was from AT&T store, and I hated it.
To each his own then. I love the ones they sell, maybe you bought one from the ATT store that was a different brand. The ones I am talking about are these
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...0252&q_categoryid=cat2040038#fbid=dUHOcgf7WD7
They do not affect the touch screen at all in my experience.
I have always used the InvisibleShield from Zagg, on all of my previous phones, and that's what i got for my Captivate, and I love it, I use swype the majority of the time I text, and it doesn't bother me. I'm used to the texture though
Meh. The screen itself is pretty durable. I've been using mine without a protector for about a month now, and not a single scratch. Not even when I forget which pocket it's in, and drop my car keys right on top of it.
Bestbuy has some and will even install for you... But believe they are over priced
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Dupontrocks11 said:
Theres probably another post about this, but can anyone recommend a good screen protector that you can still use swype on?
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I only use swype and love these: Realook Crystal Clear
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I only use swype and love these: Realook Crystal Clear
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Agreed. Smooth as butter.
I have tried a few screen protectors (even one from the local flea market) and they have all been good with Swype.
Hands down all my devices get realook
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I returned my ZAGG within the 45 day period to get this thinking it would not have the orange peel (which it doesn't) and thought the anti fingerprint would be nice but this thing shows all fingerprints! And when you do get smudges.. Which is all the time.. It's nearly impossible to get them off! It just spreads the oil/fingerprints around..
So disappointed!
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Yep, I took mine off about 30 minutes after putting it on. Hate it.
i am getting some screen protectors from diztronics. i hope they are the same as i got with my tpu. awesome dry screen protection.
They don't have the same guarantee that ZAGG does do they?
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probably not. but they're not as expensive either. nor are you paying for advertising. could be the same thing. never know these days.
go look around this forum. there are dozens of people, including myself with those skins. there is no orange peal and they do help with fingerprints.
you got a bad skin, or you got scammed because honestly, there are dozens of people here with this skin and no issues. including myself.
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go look around this forum. there are dozens of people, including myself with those skins. there is no orange peal and they do help with fingerprints.
you got a bad skin, or you got scammed because honestly, there are dozens of people here with this skin and no issues. including myself.
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With the ZAGG??
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probably not. but they're not as expensive either. nor are you paying for advertising. could be the same thing. never know these days.
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I actually paid less for my ZAGG... I used their promo code
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I actually paid less for my ZAGG... I used their promo code
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lol. you paid less for a screen protector thrown in with a tpu?
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lol. you paid less for a screen protector thrown in with a tpu?
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No... Ordered it directly from ZAGG.. I paid 13 bucks for it.. My sgp was 13.99
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No... Ordered it directly from ZAGG.. I paid 13 bucks for it.. My sgp was 13.99
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i paid less for the tpu.
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i paid less for the tpu.
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Lol dude you're totally confusing me... When I said I paid less I was referring to the screen protectors.. Not sure how tpu cases got thrown in..
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Lol dude you're totally confusing me... When I said I paid less I was referring to the screen protectors.. Not sure how tpu cases got thrown in..
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lol. i was just saying that diztronics screen protector is pretty good and it's a freebie with their tpu's. i ordered some more screen protectors for my nexus from them. i'm not a big fan of those phone shields. would rather run naked if i was going to do that and kind of feel ripped off for the price of them. tpu's, imo, off better protection, but i can see the value of a phone shield though. to each their own.
Try these if you're interested.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160692001155?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Make sure to use the make an offer and offer like $2.
I've used Zagg and hated the orange peel/rubbery texture. It was really good for finger prints though.
These have far less orange peel and less rubbery. I've tried several others and found this one to be the best compromise.
Are these wet or dry??
I have a diztronic that I totally forgot about... Might try it... But I was thinking about returning that case since I don't like/use it..
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I got the InvisibleShield about a week ago and did a PERFECT install but for some reason the darn thing kinda moves around a bit, i noticed today that the bottom part was a bit upwards and i could easily move it back down with my finger, what the heck?
Do the warranty replacement..
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Try these if you're interested.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160692001155?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Make sure to use the make an offer and offer like $2.
I've used Zagg and hated the orange peel/rubbery texture. It was really good for finger prints though.
These have far less orange peel and less rubbery. I've tried several others and found this one to be the best compromise.
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Where did you see the offer button? I went to purchase the full body and I only see a buy it now selection for that and just the screen protector..
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Where did you see the offer button? I went to purchase the full body and I only see a buy it now selection for that and just the screen protector..
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That's what I see on the page.
Why does everyone expect a screen protector to be the savior of common problems of a screen? If you're getting a crystal clear dry application screen protector, expect it to attract fingerprints regardless if it's oleophobic. The only way around this is to get an anti-glare/anti-fingerprint screen. Yes there is a trade off but it goes both ways.
Crystal clear - keeps the quality of the screen but smudges and attracts fingerprints like crazy.
Anti-glare - gives you a grainy display but gets rid of the fingerprints.
I installed the Zagg HD screen protector on my new Note 2 yesterday, and I will tell you it should not have been cleared for use with the Note 2. It is so soft that it feels like it's ribbed from using swype with the S-Pen... and I don't press hard at all. What's worse, it's effecting the accuracy of the S-Pen itself, as I find I need to press harder. I would not recommend this screen protector for use with our amazing device. Really looking like I might have to go naked unless I can find a very S-Pen friendly protector!
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Best Buy Mobile offered to exchange the protector for me and install it tomorrow, an offer which I am going to accept and deal with until I find the best alternative.
I have the extreme guard $4 body and screen. Everything works flawless.
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I just bought a 2 dollar splastic screen guard for the time being until SGP releases their glass protector for the phone... the plastic screen goes well with the s pen... I have the flip cover so no scratches on my end
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I just bought a 2 dollar splastic screen guard for the time being until SGP releases their glass protector for the phone... the plastic screen goes well with the s pen... I have the flip cover so no scratches on my end
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I made the mistake of believing the saleslady at Best Buy Mobile that the new Zagg HD was just fine with the S-Pen... first mistake. I have a Rearth screen protector waiting for me at home once I return from this business trip... but ya, I am looking forward to the upcoming Glas protector as well. Any word on it's release date?
I was on the same boat I bought the rubber screen.. shouldve posted a warning but got lazy :/
And I asked sgp and all they said so far was that it was a wip... and blah blahs
The glass protector is the best doe cause it feels as it were naked <3
But ill make a thread when I hear about the protector
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Using an SGP Oleophobic and it works really well with the SPen.
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I'm using the zagg smudge proof protector from best buy and it is not rubbery, doesn't dent or scratch and is true full screen. So far I'm extremely happy with it. Your fingers slide across the screen better with it than naked also there's no orange peel effect either.
If anyone is interested IMHO this is the best zagg to put on.
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I still really like the plastic screen protector for now.. it jist feels better than zagg... idk I only put zagg on my iphone... and iphone is shet
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ya Ihad the same problem with skinomi skin Left indents I feel like it shouldn't have been allowed for the note 2
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I'm using the zagg smudge proof protector from best buy and it is not rubbery, doesn't dent or scratch and is true full screen. So far I'm extremely happy with it. Your fingers slide across the screen better with it than naked also there's no orange peel effect either.
If anyone is interested IMHO this is the best zagg to put on.
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I don't see a smudge proof version on the zagg website, do you have a link? Just checked out Best Buy tonight, they didn't have any either.
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I don't see a smudge proof version on the zagg website, do you have a link? Just checked out Best Buy tonight, they didn't have any either.
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Yes, I'll find it and post back. It's the best screen protector I've used, and I normally don't like zagg for the orange peel and rubbery feeling.
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I'm trying to do some research for a screen protection, back in a days I bought my INCIPIO case that came w/ screen protector and it was sort of settled I figured no need to get another one since this one came w/ it, well after a while (ab)using it I think it's time))
so I'm thinking to get ZAGG, but I want to get some of other people's opinion on that or maybe better option out there..
please advise
I just got my XO Skins screen protector, absolutely the best, it is crystal clear, you don't even realize a screen protector is there.
It also does not affect the feel of the screen, glides across easily.
I have a ZAGG. Meh. If they didn't replace it at the mall kiosk for $5 everytime I wanted I'd be less happy with it. You can definitely tell it's there.
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Get a GhostArmour screen protector, a thousand times better then the Zagg.
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I used Zagg on my HTC Incredible and it protected it just fine, but it wasn't as clear and smooth as some of the other brands mentioned here. If you choose to go with Zagg though, make sure you buy it online and avoid paying $20+ at some chain retailers.
The lifetime warranty is what keeps me coming back though.
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Get a GhostArmour screen protector, a thousand times better then the Zagg.
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+ 1000 for this! I have ghost armour on my galaxy nexus and nexus 10. Can't beat the lifetime warranty and replacement! Once it's on and cured, it's like nothing is there.
Zagg is lifetime warranty too
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Zagg is lifetime warranty too
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Zagg has a disgusting orange peel effect and its a ***** to clean, since it is so rubbery you need water to effectively clean it. That's been my experience and the reason I switched to ghost armor.
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I'm still not clear on which screen protector to get... amazon has xo skin and few others but i couldn't find GhostArmour there. I prefer to get a hard screen protector ( i think it's better so I can reapply it if needed ), clear is a must (no tint) and w/ warranty.
I got the zagg for my nexus and I'm not too pleased with it. You can see it and my finger doesn't glide across smoothly. currently looking for another one that's more clear
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Sorry to hear that, I want to try something else other than zagg, a lot of people complains(
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I have the XO Skins and have to say its really good. I have had it replaced a few times because the oils build up and they are pretty good about replacements. It used to be better as they wouldn't require you to purchase it and then they will refund it but such is life. I would defiantly recommend it.
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I haven't heard of ghost armour, but I prefer spigen or realook. I have a zagg invisible shield on my N7, and it's awful. It feels tough.
You should put this in the Accessories forum.
Neither, SGP all the way.
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neither- Xtreme Guard. Cheap if you get the right promo codes online and its strong.
I got the Spigen slim armor case and GLAS.tR screen protector this time around. Expensive for a screen protector, but this is a $650 phone after all. So much more luxurious than the plastic protectors... I don't think I could ever go back to one of those.
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neither- Xtreme Guard. Cheap if you get the right promo codes online and its strong.
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These aren't a bad option. I have use them since the Sensation with no complaints, only problem I ever had was with the Note 2's S-Pen leaving trails on the protector.
I personally buy the 10x $1.79 screenies and wet apply them. Come out great and it's not big deal to replace them.
Replace a screen protector I dont replace them I put a zagg on my sensation snd it lasted forever itd still on there after 2 yrs.
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I rocked ghost armor on my s3
I just gave my s3 to my mom
0 scratches
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first off i dont blame anyone for using a screen protector with the prices of some of these phones today.
but personally i stopped using screen protectors all together,it came to me one day as i was looking at my phone and seeing all the scratches on the screen protector,i was like why do i pay $25 for a screen protector so i dont get scratches on my screen and in reality all it does is make my view look scratched easier and never get to fully enjoy my shiny new screen.i understand that you can just keep replacing them and it can keep your screen looking new right up to the end of your contract but at that time it will not matter to me as i will be getting a new phone anyways and can care less about if it has any scratches when bestbuy gives me $8 of credit for the trade in lol.
also i must say these newer glasses they are using on there screens are impressive i stopped using screen protectors when i got my S3, and after using it for a few days shy of a year i still had 0 scratches but was always careful to not put it in my pocket with my keys and all that.i just got my S4 and plan to do the same with this one and from what i read this one has even better glass,while i dont think my sprint mogul would have lasted a week without screen protection back in the day these current phones really dont seem to need them.
but to put in my 2¢ i believe i was using screen protectors made by 3M, im sure they where not the best but they worked pretty good for about $15 each.
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first off i dont blame anyone for using a screen protector with the prices of some of these phones today.
but personally i stopped using screen protectors all together,it came to me one day as i was looking at my phone and seeing all the scratches on the screen protector,i was like why do i pay $25 for a screen protector so i dont get scratches on my screen and in reality all it does is make my view look scratched easier and never get to fully enjoy my shiny new screen.i understand that you can just keep replacing them and it can keep your screen looking new right up to the end of your contract but at that time it will not matter to me as i will be getting a new phone anyways and can care less about if it has any scratches when bestbuy gives me $8 of credit for the trade in lol.
also i must say these newer glasses they are using on there screens are impressive i stopped using screen protectors when i got my S3, and after using it for a few days shy of a year i still had 0 scratches but was always careful to not put it in my pocket with my keys and all that.i just got my S4 and plan to do the same with this one and from what i read this one has even better glass,while i dont think my sprint mogul would have lasted a week without screen protection back in the day these current phones really dont seem to need them.
but to put in my 2¢ i believe i was using screen protectors made by 3M, im sure they where not the best but they worked pretty good for about $15 each.
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I was easy question we didn't need your life story.lol
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Personally I like otterbox...
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Neither I like the 1.99 for 6 on ebay screen protectors.
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I just got the Spiegen Glas.TR , and am loving it, cant stand plastic screen protectors in the least, this one is worth the $$ IMO...
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I just got the Spiegen Glas.TR , and am loving it, cant stand plastic screen protectors in the least, this one is worth the $$ IMO...
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How much was the screen protector.
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Greg1964 said:
How much was the screen protector.
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$35 U.S.
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$35 U.S.
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Is this the first time that you used this kind of screen protector.Did you get it from amazon.
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Greg1964 said:
Is this the first time that you used this kind of screen protector.Did you get it from amazon.
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It's the first glass one I've ever tried, and I love it. I got it directly from Spigen at spigen.com. They have a lower-cost replacement plan in case you break it, so I thought it would be good to buy direct in case I ever need to use that.
The Glas.TR was $35 through Amazon IIRC, not a cheap screen protector, but easy enough application, and smooth as the "naked" screen
The generic tmobile screen protector is pretty good.
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I was easy question we didn't need your life story.lol
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Funny but true .... easy on the flamin tho! Call it being noobish or just plain excitement for the s4. His story meant well.
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Removed my zagg protector today and noticed the glue from the shield completely took off the oleophobic coating. Now the glass isn't as smooth and attracts fingerprints even more. Just a warning to those putting on a screen protector, you may actually be damaging the phone.
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I noticed that too. I'm sad now. I took the screen protector off cause I wanted the nice slidey feeling back but now it feels different
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Get a titan screen protector feels almost like the screen is self
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I've not had a screen protector on my S3 at all. Ever. Its slid across concrete and still no scratches.
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Get a titan screen protector feels almost like the screen is self
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Same with the zagg HD skin. Like nothing is on it at all.
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Screen protectors are the devil. That is all.
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I have only used SGP Spigen ones and they are always really good.
Thanks for the info!
I prefer the ones you can re use. They work pretty well. when it gets dirty or has bubbles, you can pull it off, rinse and re apply. None of that sticky mess or hoping it's set right the first time
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I prefer the ones you can re use. They work pretty well. when it gets dirty or has bubbles, you can pull it off, rinse and re apply. None of that sticky mess or hoping it's set right the first time
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I use armor shield and they have held up pretty well
I can't remember where i saw it but a few months ago i saw the kit online to replace the glass screen coating....oleo whatever.
Maybe find something here http://www.globaldirectparts.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-SGH-i747-AT-T-s/18091.htm
and how to take it apart here http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/search/samsung+galaxy+s3
I use self laminating sheets from Office Max. I Cut to fit and apply. Easy to remove too. They last maybe two weeks, but they do give some protection to the screen and it's super inexpensive since you get so many sheets to a box. They look just fine. I don't think they cling hard enough to remove any coating but I haven't really looked for that.
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Have used armorshield with no problems. Cheap on Amazon and lifetime warranty
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I removed my Zagg InvisibleShield from my S3 the other day without any ill effects. It was applied the day the phone was purchased sometime about a year ago. That was an expensive clear sticker. I won't miss the rubbery feeling one bit!
Maybe those having problems are following different install methods?
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I removed my Zagg InvisibleShield from my S3 the other day without any ill effects. It was applied the day the phone was purchased sometime about a year ago. That was an expensive clear sticker. I won't miss the rubbery feeling one bit!
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I took mine off, too, without seeing any negative effects on the screen. I got a tempered glass screen protector and now won't ever use anything else. It feels just like the original glass and protects the phone at the same time.
I like the Zagg stuff. I've had them on all my phones and never had an issue. I have the HD on my GS3 now and had it replaced a couple times, but nothing left on the screen.
ZAGG was pretty good for the iPhones.
Thanks for the heads up on this one. Phew.
Used Armorshield on my Nexus 4.
Probably will do the same for my GS3. :highfive: