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Just curious, is the display plastic on the G2? I honestly cant tell
I got a screen protector... just in case. I see many phones have decent screens that do not scratch, but I always go with the protection. Also, I have a house full of destructive kids who do not respect daddy's things.
I think everyone is afraid to say things that may sound like a guaranty. We may have to wait until a brave technician tears one down.
plastic screens scratch and dent like crazy. kind of wish they went with glass.
wow, i managed to scratch the gorilla glass screen on my vibrant so i guess i better get some sort of screen protector on this thing asap, sucks they didnt go with glass after putting all the aluminum trim on it
Lol I doubt its plastic
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Yea I really don't think its plastic.
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I'm pretty sure it's plastic. It's quite hard, but still, I think it's plastic. If it were glass, I don't think they would cut a hole in the edge for the speaker to peek out from. That edge around the speaker is also beveled. Again, something I doubt they would do to a glass screen.
Also, glass is very good for holding an anti-glare coating. The Vibrant's glass screen had one. (Ever notice how glare reflections were colored blue?) That's an extremely thin metallic salt coating on the glass (Magnesium Flouride is a popular coating). As far as I know, it's easy to do on glass, but harder on plastic, and is usually reserved for eye glasses. (And may even be a different technology then.) If it were glass, I think they would have used an anti-glare coating. Then again, HTC could just be shaving off pennies by not using an anti-glare coating. But I sill think it's plastic.
I'm just guessing. I'm no expert.
Thes screens on just about all phones are neither plastic nor glass, it's a combination of materials.
Plastic kinda like lcd tvs. I use to have a plasma an i loved the glass on it but glass cracks plastic takes alot before it does anything.
Either way its a nice screen to me and i bet we wont have the screen cracking problem like the nexus ones. Also always use a screen protector its just smart your always have new screen under the protector if the protector gets scratched just replace it. Better then getting another screen.
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Display: 3.7-inch (9.4 cm) flat glass touch-sensitive S-TFT screen with WVGA pixel resolution (480x800)
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Of course I don't know how credible this is since I couldn't find any mention of it in the references.
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Of course I don't know how credible this is since I couldn't find any mention of it in the references.
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Wikipedia should never be used for definitive reference.
All of these screens are "glass", because they are silica based.
Glass. Look up some capacitive TS or mobile phone coverglass spec sheets.
Turn off the screen and look at some glare. You can see wavy inperfections. Glass would have this. It also doesn't feel as hard as glass when I try to scratch it with my fingernail on the edge near the speaker.
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Do you or do you not? I personally think its overkill. Screens are getting stronger and stronger and granted theres never going to be a 100% solution but for the time being my Folio case does a good job of protecting however inconvenient it is ;-)
I use a screen protector. While there are options for more and more durable glass, that is not a guarantee that the device you are using has it. My g2 for instance has 2 scratches on the screen and I was generally careful in my handling of it. if it is not known to be gorilla glass then i would get some form of protection, either a case of a screen protector. The thing that pushed me over the edge with the xoom is that I decided to go caseless for now. None of the cases out right now appeal to me.
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I am not worried about protection as much as I am with the extreme glare and fingerprints. I had the same issue on my Samsung Captivate and Invisible Shield helped dramatically. I ordered the same for Xoom and hope it has the same results.
I have a portfolio case. Idont believe there is a need for a screen protector. Gorilla glass is strong. plus i dont believe there be casual scratches like with a phone and keys in my pocket
I think with most new devices having gorilla glass, its only precautionary to get a screen protector. I have had a droid X since release and have never had a screen protector and the screen is just like the day i got it. But we are talking about a 800.00 device, so then its not a bad idea to cover your investment.
I normally go without a case but for my Xoom I will get one just to help with the fingeprints.
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Screen Protector and Silicone Case FTW
once stienheil releases an anti glare/fingerprint protector I think ill make a purchase because as stated, the fingerprints are terrible on this and they don't wipe off very easy.
I totally love the Frogz antiglare screen protection I have on my iPhone. Happy with it. Have 2 left. =]
Though not antiglare as none were available, I did bought 3x screen protection and of course they are cheap. As soon as they arrived, I tried to carefully apply to my Xoom but I failed after every attempt which resulted in me wasting all 3. Waste of money. ="(
The screen protections (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...5Wo6dic%3D&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK:MEWNX:IT) I received were not perfect fit for Xoom as they are claimed to be.
I'm waiting for Frogz or other to start selling antiglare for Xoom...
I would say it's overkill.
Back in those days with plastic resistive touch screen, a screen protector was necessary. But nowadays, a typical glass surface (even for non-Gorilla glass) is hard enough that it's rather hard to scratch it. If you drop your device, the glass may shatter, and screen protector is not going to help with that. And if you hit the screen hard with something sharp and strong enough to dent it, it will probably dent through the protector too. I have been using my HTC Desire without any screen protector for almost a year now, and it is still completely scratch-free.
Another reason not to use a screen protector is that they tend to be less oil- and fingerprint-proof. While Apple is the only company advertising that they have an oleophobic coating on their screens to make them more fingerprint-proof, the fact is that most glass screens has such a coating, even though it was not advertised. And most cheap screen protectors don't (can't speak for all of them, probably some more expensive ones have such coating... I don't know). I've tried some screen protectors and I found that oil and fingerprint left on the glass are much easier to remove than those left on the screen protector.
That being said, if you really really hate glossy screen, you may want to put an anti-glare type screen protector on your device. I have one on my iPad. This type of screen protector does create some sparking effect with white background, or make the texts blurry. But they don't look too bad for me, compared to the shiny glare of the iPad...
Are we sure that it uses Gorilla Glass? Ive seen a lot of people alluding to that but no actual statement, and its not on the official Corning list.
I like Steinheil as well, I've had good luck on my phones with them but they are slow to get new sizes out sometimes.
I want something only to reduce glare and fingerprints.
If installing it ends up screwing with touch sensitivity, I'll stick to stock.
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When I had an iPod touch, I thought screen protectors would ruin the experience. I soon learned two things.
1. Glass is a finger print magnet.
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2. You never know when something unexpected will come into contact with your screen. After getting a few scratches from dropping my iPod between my car seat, I decided to get a screen protector.
I got a screen protector from Verizon the day I got my Droid, and put it on right there at the counter. The metal casing of the phone is dinged up, scratched, paint is chipped, etc, but the screen is flawless.
FWIW, I've only put a Body Glove case around my EVO, but have dropped it 4-5 times (in fact, the BG case is warped at one corner after the last drop- been pretty clumsy lately ). Despite leaving my screen unprotected (and it's not GG) these 9 mos, it's still quite pristine despite all the drops and the zillions of touches (and debris, had a cold a couple of months ago!).
So. I have the silicone case (which does prevent me from using all but one iPad stand out there I tried), but no screen protector.
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I got a screen protector from Verizon the day I got my Droid, and put it on right there at the counter. The metal casing of the phone is dinged up, scratched, paint is chipped, etc, but the screen is flawless.
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Funny, my Droid looks the same, with no screen protector!
I don't have a screen protector, and I don't plan on getting one. I don't have one on my og droid and I've had it since launch with no issues. Plus I can never get those things on right lol
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I think the answer to this is yes unfortunately.
I haven't had it out of the house, haven't knocked it, dropped it, poked it or anything else and I already have a spot on the screen that I can't get off with Microfiber/Distilled water.
Thats pretty darn annoying.
do we need a screen protector for our vibrant?
can't find 1 here in Manila, Philippines,
all available are for i9000 international model which has a square home button,
any idea how to make 1 or do we really need 1?
I guess it depends on how you treat your phone. I feel like its cheap insurance for you screen. I use realook because it looks like I don't have one on. Have you tried amazon or ebay?
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I don't think you really need one a far as preventing scratches... The gorilla glass is pretty tough. but when it comes to shatter prevention they make a difference... just like taping your windows before a hurricane
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I HIGHLY recommend the phantomskinz screen protector mainly because it does an incredibly AMAZING job at keeping grease and smudges very unnoticeable on the screen.
It also has a weird auto-healing thing where if it does get a scratch it'll heal itself.
It's awesome you should really get it .
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I don't think you really need one a far as preventing scratches... The gorilla glass is pretty tough. but when it comes to shatter prevention they make a difference... just like taping your windows before a hurricane
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Yeah thats what I thought. Now I have scratches on my screen. I think the glass is pretty shatter resistant, but why risk it. InvisaSheild makes awesome screen protectors.
just my two cents..
I thought my screen was shatter resistant and didn't put a screen protector on.
..And then it fell off my table and the screen shattered =(. Mind you I'm pretty good about taking care of my electronics, but it happens sometimes.
I ordered a replacement screen and I'm definitely putting on a screen protector this time.
The screen isnt as tough as I thought it would be. I dropped mine on gravel from only a couple of feet and the scratches when through the screen protector to the screen. So now my screen has a few annoying scratches.
Scratches have never been an issue for me but I vertain screen protectors help significantly with smudging. The vibrant is my first touch screen phone and I became annoyed quickly with how often I had to wipe the screen (and I wash my hands often). Got an the Zagg Invisible Shield and now I rarely have to wipe the screen because of grease plus the texture feels good.
Ive had Zagg but once I tried Best Skins Ever I laughed at Zagg and their prices. BSE is the same if not better quality at a much lower price and their customer support is top notch.
Personally i use the realook anti fingerprint/antiglare screen, you dont NEED a screen protector for your phone but why not afford it some extra protection? Atleast thats my reasoning and why i will probably always use a screen protector.
the gorilla glass CAN be scratched....
The glass can be scratched but it ia very hard to. I have a barley there case and a screen protector
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Does anyone use a screen protector on their Nitro? Has anyone actually been able to scratch the screen?
I was looking into a Ballistic HardCore case, but I see that it comes in a full housing and the plastic screen protector on it kind of ruins the view of the IPS display (one of the major selling points of the Nitro). So with Gorilla Glass 2 coating is it really worth it to lower the display quality a little bit to get the protection?
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Does anyone use a screen protector on their Nitro? Has anyone actually been able to scratch the screen?
I was looking into a Ballistic HardCore case, but I see that it comes in a full housing and the plastic screen protector on it kind of ruins the view of the IPS display (one of the major selling points of the Nitro). So with Gorilla Glass 2 coating is it really worth it to lower the display quality a little bit to get the protection?
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Yes. I dropped my nitro and the screen cracked, a couple of days AFTER i removed my screen protector. So yea. You should.
I cracked my screen after dropping it while it had a protector on it.
I took mine off I've had it off quite a few months now the glass is tough but I did manage to scratch it. I work construction and I'm very hard on my phone.
I can be bothered with anymore screen protectors they just mark up and dull the screen.
Over all this phone has fallen upwards of 15 ft and I've been lucky its held on well.
I also don't use a case at all.
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I cracked my screen after dropping it while it had a protector on it.
I took mine off I've had it off quite a few months now the glass is tough but I did manage to scratch it. I work construction and I'm very hard on my phone.
I can be bothered with anymore screen protectors they just mark up and dull the screen.
Over all this phone has fallen upwards of 15 ft and I've been lucky its held on well.
I also don't use a case at all.
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You sir, are lucky. Mine has fallen a distance of 3 ft and cracked my screen... twice. Both with and without a screen protector.
If you want to go with just a screen protector, I recommend Zagg, just put it on right. You don't even notice the "orange peel" look with the screen on; in fact, I don't even realize I have a screen protector on when the screen is on. The Ballistic case is very sturdy though, and after my replacement digitizer comes in, I will be using it again. Another point to consider, if you have the extended battery, the ballistic case will not fit.
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You sir, are lucky. Mine has fallen a distance of 3 ft and cracked my screen... twice. Both with and without a screen protector.
If you want to go with just a screen protector, I recommend Zagg, just put it on right. You don't even notice the "orange peel" look with the screen on; in fact, I don't even realize I have a screen protector on when the screen is on. The Ballistic case is very sturdy though, and after my replacement digitizer comes in, I will be using it again. Another point to consider, if you have the extended battery, the ballistic case will not fit.
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No screen protector will stop a crack from a drop a the right angle, but they should all protect from scratching. I am weary on using the Ballistic HardCore case since it will add so much bulk and take away the beauty of the screen with it's plastic window. It pretty much makes the phone just short of bullet proof though, so I can see why people spring for it.
I just ordered some Xtremegaurd ones since there is a 80% off coupon code. Zagg would have been nice, but not enough money for that. Will report back and state whether or not it takes away from the screen.
I'd recommend ghost armor aswell, doesn't dull the quality at all.
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No screen protector will stop a crack from a drop a the right angle, but they should all protect from scratching. I am weary on using the Ballistic HardCore case since it will add so much bulk and take away the beauty of the screen with it's plastic window. It pretty much makes the phone just short of bullet proof though, so I can see why people spring for it.
I just ordered some Xtremegaurd ones since there is a 80% off coupon code. Zagg would have been nice, but not enough money for that. Will report back and state whether or not it takes away from the screen.
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Yeah, Ballistic is definitely tough. As you pointed out, the only real flaw I see with it is the plastic screen cover. And about the size; I have an extended battery. The only real world difference I notice between the Ballistic case and the extended battery + cover is the contour. I know it is bigger all around, but I just can't notice the extra size; just the different shape.
I have been tempted to try popping the plastic cover out of the case and just using the Zagg protector.. it's not like the plastic cover keeps water from getting in, or dust from getting in, or as an extra layer of protection against drops...
I've scratched my screen a little. One decent scratch. I ordered a refurbished ballistic hc with no screen protector.
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I dont use screen protectors. Cant stand them. I barely have a belt bag for mine althought i might get a BarelyThere cover. Its feels very good just the phone itself without cover unlike the first 2 Atrix models, which i had. I hardly drop my phones or even scratch them. The only phone i ever damaged digitizer was my first touch pro2 with keys in my pocket. It was no biggy but the scratch was there. Since then if i use phones in pockets i make sure nothing else is there.
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I've scratched my screen a little. One decent scratch. I ordered a refurbished ballistic hc with no screen protector.
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See? This is the kind of stuff that makes me debate whether or not I want to enjoy the naked screen to use a protector and lose some clarity.
Isn't Gorilla Glass not supposed to scartch? Decisions decisions.
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See? This is the kind of stuff that makes me debate whether or not I want to enjoy the naked screen to use a protector and lose some clarity.
Isn't Gorilla Glass not supposed to scartch? Decisions decisions.
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Zagg all the way then! I honestly can't even tell I have a screen protector on my phone when I'm using it. I see no loss of clarity, but I also gain the good conscious of knowing my screen won't scratch if I accidentally shove my phone in my pocket with my keys and some pocket change or if I happen to set it face-down, or anything else.
And Gorilla Glass is only scratch resistant, but that doesn't mean it's scratch-proof. The first few months I had my phone I made absolute certain I never put it in my pocket with anything that could damage it, I cleaned it with the rag I use to clean my glasses, and just overall watched over it like a hawk. Somehow I still managed to put a couple barely noticeable scratches on the screen. So I would say at the very least, go with a screen protector... also, in the off-chance that you DO end up shattering your digitizer, that screen protector will keep trash from having the rather unlikely opportunity to get inside and wreak havoc on your LCD if the break is bad enough.
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Zagg all the way then! I honestly can't even tell I have a screen protector on my phone when I'm using it. I see no loss of clarity, but I also gain the good conscious of knowing my screen won't scratch if I accidentally shove my phone in my pocket with my keys and some pocket change or if I happen to set it face-down, or anything else.
And Gorilla Glass is only scratch resistant, but that doesn't mean it's scratch-proof. The first few months I had my phone I made absolute certain I never put it in my pocket with anything that could damage it, I cleaned it with the rag I use to clean my glasses, and just overall watched over it like a hawk. Somehow I still managed to put a couple barely noticeable scratches on the screen. So I would say at the very least, go with a screen protector... also, in the off-chance that you DO end up shattering your digitizer, that screen protector will keep trash from having the rather unlikely opportunity to get inside and wreak havoc on your LCD if the break is bad enough.
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Basically, the screen will scratch whether or not it's gorilla glass if it comes into contact with sand. You'd be surprised at how often that can happen. Metal is softer than the screen so it can't scratch it.
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Basically, the screen will scratch whether or not it's gorilla glass if it comes into contact with sand. You'd be surprised at how often that can happen. Metal is softer than the screen so it can't scratch it.
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That tidbit of information means that a few grains of sand in your pocket are more likely to scratch a screen than rubbing against pocket change or keys. Even the Ballistic case will let debris get inside the case and between the screen and the plastic cover. I don't know how many times I would thoroughly wipe the screen and the case, carefully put it together, and admire how clean it was. Drop it in my pocket for a little bit and pull it out only to find specks of pocket lint under the plastic. It was a never-ending cycle!
nope, had Armor and took it off. still scratch free
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I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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Yeah, I never understand it either. You buy a phone with a nice-ass screen and cover it up with some cheap plastic. Almost 2 years, my S4 is still looking good without any screen protectors.
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Yeah, I never understand it either. You buy a phone with a nice-ass screen and cover it up with some cheap plastic. Almost 2 years, my S4 is still looking good without any screen protectors.
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Not to mention air bubbles, they get discolored after a while, you can't enjoy the screen quality, and I looked it up. Apprarently Gorilla glass can get scratched by a steel file, but nothing less.
Basically, unless you're carryimg around an iron file in your pockets, and putting your phone with it, you're good.
And yes, knives, and keys can scratch your screen, but you have to go out of your way to scratch it. It won't scratch if in contact like your pockets or something.
The only real risk of screen damage (realistically I'm real life settings) is dropping it. A screen protector isn't saving that. And if you work construction, a screen protector ain't saving your screen from what ever a gonna damage it on the site.
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I must admit there is a small scratch on the screen, visible at a certain angle with the screen off, but I don't look at my phone at that angle or with the screen off.
I've had a screen protector and Commuter series Otterbox case on mine since day one. I've only had to change the screen protector like 3 times in almost two years, and that's only because they started losing their resistance to fingerprints. I've never had any problems with air bubbles or screen dimming because I didn't buy el cheapo screen protectors, but they weren't expensive either.
After all this time, I can take off the case and screen protector and my S4 still looks like it did the day I bought it.
It's a small price to pay for keeping your phone in great condition. No doubt the next owner will appreciate it when I decide to upgrade.
tikay00 said:
I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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Strong and scratch resistant...not scratch-proof...big difference.
A good case can protect the screen from taking a skid across concrete just as well though.
I hear spider web makes a great screen protector.
Pp. Lol
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Strong and scratch resistant...not scratch-proof...big difference.
A good case can protect the screen from taking a skid across concrete just as well though.
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This.
Scratching can be done with less than a steel file.
I keep my phone in my front pocket and the only other thing that is ever in that pocket is paper money. Nothing else ever goes in that pocket.
I have 2 small scratches after 18 months. Neither visible when the screen is on...but there none the less. Best I can figure is they are from the metal rivets in my jeans.
A screen protector would have prevented that. But would have also lowered the quality of the screen in the mean time. Its a trade off. And each person has to decide which is more important to them.
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This.
Scratching can be done with less than a steel file.
I keep my phone in my front pocket and the only other thing that is ever in that pocket is paper money. Nothing else ever goes in that pocket.
I have 2 small scratches after 18 months. Neither visible when the screen is on...but there none the less. Best I can figure is they are from the metal rivets in my jeans.
A screen protector would have prevented that. But would have also lowered the quality of the screen in the mean time. Its a trade off. And each person has to decide which is more important to them.
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Been putting my phone in various pockets for the longest time, and absolutely no scratches. I don't know what you guys are doing to your phones. That sucks.
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Phone case is a different story. Need one. Screen protector, I don't get. I got one with my case, and I don't even use it. These screens do not scratch unless you're very reckless.
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I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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ive thought the same thing. so i didnt use them.
but i only buy flagships and the keep good resale value to put towards my next one.
so in that case, i use them to get the scratches on the plastic and the real screen is still fresh.
i also feel the same about cases! they make your phone look like tupperware!
resale resale resale! plus i dont like ugly beat up looking stuff.
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Phone case is a different story. Need one. Screen protector, I don't get. I got one with my case, and I don't even use it. These screens do not scratch unless you're very reckless.
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Had 3 deep scratches on my S3. Near as I can tell it was from sharing the pocket with tools every now and then. So not sure about "very" reckless...but maybe only a "little" reckless.
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ive thought the same thing. so i didnt use them.
but i only buy flagships and the keep good resale value to put towards my next one.
so in that case, i use them to get the scratches on the plastic and the real screen is still fresh.
i also feel the same about cases! they make your phone look like tupperware!
resale resale resale! plus i dont like ugly beat up looking stuff.
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Had 3 deep scratches on my S3. Near as I can tell it was from sharing the pocket with tools every now and then. So not sure about "very" reckless...but maybe only a "little" reckless.
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Gotcha
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Lol, lemme get this straight...
You guys agree that screen protectors are "dumb" and "useless" while at the same time admitting that your screens have scratches on them...
Makes total sense. [/sarcasm]
I'll take the hardly noticeable decrease in screen clarity over scratches any days. You can always change the screen protector for something better, but even minor scratches are permanent. No thank you.
It depends on what screen protector you get, if you get the Chinese protectors 3 in a pack that look and feel like seran wrap you could windup with lose of clarity and a tacky rubbery feel.
Last year I got a Spigen thin air clear case and it came with a screen protector that looked like a rigid piece of plastic and kind of thick, I figured it's included with the case so I gave it a try. Well I was pleasantly surprised at the feel quality and clarity of the protector, you cannot tell that there is a screen protector on the screen, very hard and slick feel on screen and the same sharpness and vivid color of the original plain screen.
It was a ***** putting it on, had to wet the edges to get it on right, in the end it was well worth it.
Spigen screen protectors are considered premium screen protection.
Who knew.
Pp.
The only screen protectors I've ever used was a three pack from Tmo when I bought my S4 and the one that came with my Otterbox. I don't remember the brand of the three pack, but they worked just fine with no noticeable loss in clarity. The Otterbox screen protector has some weird wavy pattern when tilted while the screen is off, but it's otherwise fine. No noticeable loss of clarity with it either. I'm in no rush to get a new 3 pack.
Honestly, I don't know how anyone in this thread can seriously argue against using a screen protector especially considering the cost of the phone they protect. IMO it's right up there with purchasing the phone without insurance.
I grabbed the Otterbox Defender, popped the screen protector that comes with the OB out (because I got tired of little bits of dust getting behind that screen protector from either the charging port, speaker holes, or the headphone jack) and just put a Zagg Invisible Shield on it. On top of the dust getting behind the OB screen protector, it also seemed to add a type of haze to the screen which I didn't like. It obviously detracted from the 1080p HD look. I haven't changed the Zagg shield since I got the device and only very recently have I noticed very small lines appearing at the part of the screen where I swipe to unlock and the keyboard area.
The tempered glass screen protector I have used for the past two years has saved the screen glass two times now. One when a hammer fell out of my hand a couple feet from the floor and hit my phone by my feet. Glass protector cracked but the screen underneath was unscathed. The replacement survived multiple drops face first on concrete over the next year and only gained a couple micro fractures. Replaced that one last week and the screen underneath was still as good as new. Tempered glass protectors don't degrade image quality or hinder finger movement either. I know mine was extreme cases of abuse but they really are beneficial unless you feel like replacing the whole front glass of the phone after a mishap happens.
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The tempered glass screen protector I have used for the past two years has saved the screen glass two times now. One when a hammer fell out of my hand a couple feet from the floor and hit my phone by my feet. Glass protector cracked but the screen underneath was unscathed. The replacement survived multiple drops face first on concrete over the next year and only gained a couple micro fractures. Replaced that one last week and the screen underneath was still as good as new. Tempered glass protectors don't degrade image quality or hinder finger movement either. I know mine was extreme cases of abuse but they really are beneficial unless you feel like replacing the whole front glass of the phone after a mishap happens.
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Why would your phone ever be near your feet, or on the ground in general?
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