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Best Brand for screen protectors?

Anyone here that has owned a capacitive touch screen, please feel free to chime in with which screen protector you liked the most!
Im looking to buy a protector that doesn't impede the touch experience & image quality of this amazing screen.
Also a warning against bad brands would be appreciated. I Believe Zagg/Invisi shield has already been established as a bad buy.

As another discouraged zagg user, I recommend buying cheap packs off of ebay. They usually are smooth and clear, but they get damaged every 1 or 2 months for me, but that's no problem as they were cheap and I just put a new one on. All the expensive ones seem to have a problem with clarity or feel, but if anyone else has a suggestion I would like to know too.

I'm going to wait for gadgetshieldz to come out with one. They may be coming from India, but their customer service is actually good when I needed another front screen skin for my Tilt 2 because the cut was slightly off. They mailed me an entire full body set within no time. Plus they're reeeeally cheap (Tilt 2 full body set was 6.99 - some discount percentage that was floating around) and lasted me almost the entire lifespan of my phone (Switched from Zagg).

Ok, but how does it feel? Is it smooth to swype as the glass screen beneath it? Clarity?

I use BodyGuardz for all of my phones (started with iPhone 3g -> Blackberry 8900 -> Blackberry 9700) and have not had a problem with them. Did not affect the touch capabilities of my iPhone 3G and kept the screen nice and new underneath.

caelestis2 said:
Ok, but how does it feel? Is it smooth to swype as the glass screen beneath it? Clarity?
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I haven't used it on a capacitive screen, so I wouldn't know how it actualyl performs. But it's a lot smoother than the Zagg shields I've had before on the phone and iPods and such. The screen protector on my Tilt2 looked great, didn't skew the image at all. I eventually had to take it off though because resistive touch screen + skin = bleh. Pending user installation, you can hardly tell it's there.

nice, ill deff look into bodyguard n gadget shield. next question is, should i put the film all over my phone or just get a case n only use a shield on the screen.
guess what im sayin is: Is the film covering the screen and body enough? id really rather not add the bulk of a full blown case to my device.
p.s. heres another site with protectors that someone vouched for here
http://www.bestskinsever.com/

I started with Zagg, but have moved to BodyGuardz for my last 3 devices. They are the same quality, but for the same price as 1 Zagg sheild, you get two (2) BodyGaurdz protectors.
Currently using BodyGaurdz on the following products with no problems to report:
HTC Tilt 2 (Touch Pro 2)
HCT Pure (Wife's Phone)
Zune HD
soon on the Samsung Captivate

The real question is when will SwitchEasy-like devices come out that snap around the phone, like what the iPhone has???

is switch easy the ones that are relatively thick? Also, no one offered any insight yet on my question, do you think a case is necessary or will just a film covering over the phone be enough? I really like how sleek this phone looks and dont really want to add to its dimensions.

All I know is I had accidentally thrown my iPhone into some pavement and without the switch easy case, it would've been SOL.
Just look at their website. The cases fit like a glove and are very seamlined (They are not big and bulky like otterbox)

wow those cases look amazing. i would purchase something like this in a heartbeat for the captivate. its not thick, it holds the phone together great, and it looks comfy on the hands. Ima shoot them a letter requesting a skin for the att captivate. maybe if more people do they will consider it. So far it looks like they are only doing iProducts cases tho.
Here's a link:
http://www.switcheasy.com/
if anyone knows of a company that does cases similar to this and support a wider range of products, plz post it here.

Yea, they're awesome cases. They protect it great but don't add a ton of bulk.
They're i-Product only though, as you found out. That's why I was asking if anyone knew of something similar here.

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I've had their antiglare protectors on all my phones, great for capacitive touch. I'll probably NOT go antiglare on the Captivate because you do loose some picture quality with the antiglare. $13ish for a single one, $25 or so for a 3 pack. That site also has a lot of other nice cheap accessories, like cables/chargers etc. I have on of their cases on my ipod though and don't care for it. Just don't like neoprene style cases.

wait what? You probably will go with antiglare because you lose some picture quality? This seems counter productive.
i know thats probably not what you meant to say. I'm hoping what you meant to say is that you wouldnt go anti glare? idk

systoxity said:
wait what? You probably will go with antiglare because you lose some picture quality? This seems counter productive.
i know thats probably not what you meant to say. I'm hoping what you meant to say is that you wouldnt go anti glare? idk
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You are correct sir, edited post.

Just get the casemate protectors from at&t they are $10 and you get 3 to a pack. The are clear and perfectly cut, you also cannot beat the convenience.

moosefist said:
Just get the casemate protectors from at&t they are $10 and you get 3 to a pack. The are clear and perfectly cut, you also cannot beat the convenience.
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None in stock when i purchased the phone today.

How do you rate the following full cover skin.
-Zags
-Best skin ever
-Gadget shield
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sl8125 said:
How do you rate the following full cover skin.
-Zags
-Best skin ever
-Gadget shield
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zagg is badd

So, Zagg...

So, I was FINALLY able to get my order through on the Zagg website for the full mt4g skin. Pretty stoked about it. Does anybody have one on their phone yet- is the LCD protector smooth or 'grippy' like the bare screen is?

mountainboy said:
So, I was FINALLY able to get my order through on the Zagg website for the full mt4g skin. Pretty stoked about it. Does anybody have one on their phone yet- is the LCD protector smooth or 'grippy' like the bare screen is?
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Smooth and Zagg dont belong in the same sentence

Should have looked thru the forums first, if you want a smooth screen protector you should have went with realook! And even with the 50% deal they have, imo is still steep especially with companies like bestskinsever and phantomskins offering similar products but cheaper. Now don't let the price fool you. I've own zagg on my g1 and itouch but then found BSE for the mytouch og my nexus and now for the mt4g. BSE has better coverage on corners and has less orange peal imo than zagg.
One advantage of zagg tho is the kiosks in the mall, you can exchange your skin there once the skin starts pealing or discoloring. With BSE you have to mail the old skins first then you get the new one...but with their buy one get one you always have a spare.

Sweet, thanks guys! Well, one thing that helped me feel like it would be safe to get the Zagg skins is the money back satisfaction guaranty. lol Zagg and smooth not belonging in the same sentence does throw up a red flag though! I've been looking through the forums and would really like to get the real look skins, but they are out of stock . Maybe If the Zagg's don't work out for me, it'll buy me enough time for the real looks to be back in stock somewhere.

Well what you can do is use the zagg for everything else and get the realook for your screen but save the zagg screen protector when you exchange the skin, cause they won't do it if there's a diff one on your phone in the kiosks. Learned that the hard way...took 2 trips to the mall

Hey, thats an awesome idea!- I'm gonna do it. I'll continue keeping an eye out for the SS's to get back in stock

Platnum Series vs. Otterbox?

Has anyone used this case before?
If I get one I'm considering saving 20$ off the cost of an otterbox in favor of that, plus not having to wait on shipping would be epic since my local best buy has one.
One other question does it have a screen protector built into the case? I know otterbox on the defender series has it built right into the case which imho is very nice.. It would be worth me paying another 20$ to not screw up putting a screen protector on.
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Sorry was suppose to be in accessories section.. bleh >.<;

Snow_fox said:
Has anyone used this case before?
If I get one I'm considering saving 20$ off the cost of an otterbox in favor of that, plus not having to wait on shipping would be epic since my local best buy has one.
One other question does it have a screen protector built into the case? I know otterbox on the defender series has it built right into the case which imho is very nice.. It would be worth me paying another 20$ to not screw up putting a screen protector on.
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Sorry was suppose to be in accessories section.. bleh >.<;
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otterbox does not have built in screen protector, they removed it because it effected sensitivity or some crap. just bought an otterbox defender and I think it's worth the extra 20. IMO dropped it from a ladder today, no issues. however I know what you mean about applying screen protector, i ruined the one that came with the otterbox trying to put it on.

That is crap.. I mean, it works perfectly with my moms Iphone 4 and my step dads iphone 4..
Infact I've never heard of anyone having ANY problems with it..
Maybe it has to do with swype?
Or people just have to gripe about one of the major selling points of a device..
I know some people are good at putting on screen protectors but, I am not.. never have been.. I will end up wasting 20$ on a pack of screen protectors and none of them ever sticking properly...

Snow_fox said:
That is crap.. I mean, it works perfectly with my moms Iphone 4 and my step dads iphone 4..
Infact I've never heard of anyone having ANY problems with it..
Maybe it has to do with swype?
Or people just have to gripe about one of the major selling points of a device..
I know some people are good at putting on screen protectors but, I am not.. never have been.. I will end up wasting 20$ on a pack of screen protectors and none of them ever sticking properly...
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I prefer the Platinum case over the otter box...The belt holder is very strong and secure..and the case offers a good amount of protection from everyday dents & dings.I've dropped mine a few times from waist hieght onto the screen side..and onto the edge..No issues..no damage..As to the screen protectors..the best one I have found is what you can buy at any AT&T store..I just asked the sales folks who is the best at installing them..and let them do it for me...
I had the defender when I owned a Sprint Hero..they are a great case too..but for my taste now... add way too much bulk to whatever phone it is on. They offer more protection than the Platinum case..but that comes with having to lug around all of the extra bulk from the case..If you need that level of protection...then get it..if you don't..go with the platinum..both are very good.
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So I am taking it the case fits well with your screen protector then?

Snow_fox said:
So I am taking it the case fits well with your screen protector then?
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Yes...it fits extremely well and holds up well as well.This screen protector is thicker than the generic type you have to trim to fit.It does not hinder the case..nor does it inhibit the touch capability of the the screen. I think they sell them for a for $9.99...I get about 3-4 months heavy useage out of first 1 before I had at&t switched it last week
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I put an otterbox impact series case on mine last week, came with a screen protector that went on flawlessly. So well in fact you can't even tell it's there and it's smudge proof. Bought it on Amazon for $10, noticed it's $12 now.

I am probably just gunna have the guy at at&t install one for me..
WIll either get a platnum series case from bestbuy..
Or order the seidio active one since I like it aesthetically.

you can get the defender @ the same price on Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Sams...4WW6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1294424789&sr=8-3
as well as with other vendors:
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=otte...N&tab=wf&biw=1152&bih=670&fp=e64ee6e4e8056c32

Here was I would recommend....
Go to your Best Buy and ask if you can test it out on your phone. If you like the feel of it then get it. If not, I would recommend getting the OtterBox Commuter Case which I believe is sold at Best Buy as well.

if you want the commuter it can be had cheaper than the platinum.
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Comm...TJFI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1294427693&sr=8-1

I have the seidio rugged holster and case. Great buy, and loads of protection. If you don't know(i didn't for a while) seidio is the company that makes the platinum case . The rugged combo is the platinum case under two extra layers of protection. Didn't see it in best buy, but it was on amazon for fifty bucks . Highly recommend it.
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I have one im trying to sell. Would be interested? I just got a seidio extended battery and so i dont use it anymore. Pm me
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Best full invisible skin for the evo?

Sorry if this has been asked before. I am looking for a full clear invisible body skin for my evo. I dont like using a case but I dont want to be bare naked lol. So if you have experience with one or you know which are good can you please let me know. Thanks guys
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Flonkas said:
Sorry if this has been asked before. I am looking for a full clear invisible body skin for my evo. I dont like using a case but I dont want to be bare naked lol. So if you have experience with one or you know which are good can you please let me know. Thanks guys
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Tpu Cases would probably be your best bet. I currently have a clear Tpu case that was made by a member here on XDA. You can go that route or there is also one that HTC manufactures as well, I just ordered it!
http://store.everythingandroid.org/htc-tpu-skin-case/4A54A6905.htm

Yellowcard8992 said:
Tpu Cases would probably be your best bet. I currently have a clear Tpu case that was made by a member here on XDA. You can go that route or there is also one that HTC manufactures as well, I just ordered it!
http://store.everythingandroid.org/htc-tpu-skin-case/4A54A6905.htm
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Looks like a nice product however I already have a tpu case and it makes the phone feel cheap for me and I just generally dont like cases. I have the clear lux argyle case, check it out it's not bad for a case.
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try Wrapsol, I have used it on my Hero and my EVO. wrapsol.com.
Google "wrapsol coupon code" and you can get some money off too.

If you don't mind the cost, I love my Steinheil Incredible Shield. Best accessory I've bought so far. The body protection film feels just the slightest bit grippy to me which keeps the oil off you hands from making the phone slippery, and the screen protector is crystal clear and smooth as glass, and doesn't affect the touch screen sensitivity. The Incredible Shield comes with both the body and screen films. I don't have enough posts to post the link, but I'll PM it to you

First post here, been lurking for awhile. I personally like the skins offered by Best Skins Ever. They are $7.99, fit perfectly, no "orange peeling", and offers protection for the front screen, battery cover, kickstand, camera lens, and all four sides of the phone. I've used the InvisibleShield before and I feel that it is too thick, too much drag on the screen. The BSE provides better protection without the drag.

Invisishield is pretty sweet too....you can get it for just the screen or the entire phone...I had it on my hero so I had to have it on my evo too....
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Can't go wrong with the INVISIBLESHIELD. Plus u get a lifetime warranty

I have the Zagg INvisibleSheild and I like it.. It has a different feel to it than just the screen, but for me it feels better.. I got mine at Bestbuy, just have them pricematch ZAGG so you don't get ripped off (as bad)..

Yeah....when I got mine over my whole phone best buy was having a $1 install special
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Check out my signature for a great option. And since they are new they are selling them very cheap! I have only had one on it for the last 5-6 months now.

Stealth Guards.......pretty much the same thing as InvisibleShield but FREE.
I ordered one for all my phones. Just pay the $2.?? s/h. Well worth it.
http://www.stealthguards.com/

Do not buy Phantomskinz for Evo. They sent me two of them. I installed and left on for 24 hours. My first impressions was "Wow!". Not much orange peel and feels nice. I have it on wife's iphone and sony camera, but they dont go through the same abuse as my Evo. I usually keep my EVO and carkeys in the same pocket. A few days later there is wrinkles all over my skin and it doesnt heal itself. Thought maybe defective, so i applied the second skin. A few days later same issue. Contacted their customer service and here is their response:
"Issue is the glass screen of the Evo. We call it a hardened glass screen. Unfortunately it reacts differently to the skin then normal devices would and the skin does not heal as it would on other devices. However, we never recommend keeping your phone in the same pocket as your keys. Our skinz are made to self heal small scratches and dents but this is pushing it a little far. I would recommend installing the second Evo Screen that was included in your kit if it is still available. I would also recommend separating your keys and cell phone."
I bought the skin so i can protect my phone from the car keys and she's telling me to keep them separate. Also, i moved from regular plastic screen protector and never had this issue. When i told them i used up both screens included, they asked to go through normal warranty and pay $3 for a replacement skin. Pay more money for skin they admit does not work on my Evo. No thank you. I have ordered from BestSkinEver and will review once i apply it.
I've attached some photos and video that I sent to their customer service.

Just wanted you guys to know that my local Sprint store repair center guy told me last week that if I put an invisibleshield on my phone, it'll void the warranty because it requires water to put it on.
I've got the invisibleshield on my iPad and love it...can anyone confirm this from their local Sprint repair center?

I use stealthguards and for the most part they're great. I have never used any solution like those before on my previous phones so I don't know how it compares to all the other "self healing clear skins" but for the stealthguards, u do notice its not as clear as normal screen protectors especially when the screen is off but the I personally love the feel of it and it works great. I've noticed that at the malls they have kiosks that sell "Ghost Armor" clear protectors and they apply it on the spot for you so you can also try those...

Go with best skins ever. BSE FTW!

Is this screen protector any good?

Is this anygood? and the mirror one will the screen still look good?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150817739...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1952.l2649#ht_1385wt_1199

You are buying a flagship phone for £600-700 and ask if £0.99 screen protector is good when the good ones cost like £10-15????

Allways used cheap ones for the sg2 been fine for me.

So why do you ask? There are also threads discussing about screen protectors with many links to what others recommend

camspy said:
You are buying a flagship phone for £600-700 and ask if £0.99 screen protector is good when the good ones cost like £10-15????
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What rubbish. The cheap ones are perfectly fine. You pay £10-15 for a screen protector you are being ripped off.

Such statement, if we use it for smartphones too, would say that you are being ripped off for SGS3 too. Better buy some cheap chinese replicas.

Its rubbish because they work perfectly well and usually go on easier than the expensive ones. I have never bought such rubbish as things like the invisible shield stuff. Total junk.
I have a cheap £1 one on my Galaxy Tab 8.9 right now, you cant even tell its on there, it fits perfectly.

Same i always buy £2 ones and they are awesome my HTC Desire has a mirror protector on it i bought 2 years ago still brilliant. It was just £2..
So yes it is good..

is a screen-protector still needed/suggested?
i came across a discussions about this, but there was no real conclusion about this =/

Umpfi81 said:
is a screen-protector still needed/suggested?
i came across a discussions about this, but there was no real conclusion about this =/
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well,even if keys and coins don't scratch your screen fine sand and such will, say the phone takes a plunge and go skidding down the pavement screen side down you wont be so happy. a 1$ screen protector works greate.

Absolutely, i have scratched gorilla glass before. Having said that my S2 has been fine so far with no protector, but it has always been in a soft pouch.

rovex said:
What rubbish. The cheap ones are perfectly fine. You pay £10-15 for a screen protector you are being ripped off.
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This is not true, i had a cheap screen protector for my SGSII and it was rubbish so i splashed out and purchased a SGP Ultra Olephobic screen protector for about €13 and i still have it on my phone it has never failed me once.

Well its true for me, you had bad luck. For the sake of £1 each or even less its worth the risk.

I was more asking will the mirror affect make the screen less visible?
And i have always used cheap ones and never had a problem. I paid for a £9 once and was rubbish had a rainbow affect and made things blurred.

These guys generally get good reviews, a little pricey but apparently good...
http://mediadevil.com/index.php/browse-by-device/samsung/galaxy-s-iii.html

Cheap ones arent that good tbh. They are good the first weeks but it gets torn and dirty very easily. I bought a few when i was studying abroad in China for my iPad. It is cheap, sure but not worth it. Bought a flex HD one from SGP.

This one is good