Not many of us have the white SGS2, whilst not absolutely fond of it when I got my SGS2, the white is growing on me...
I saw the Mercury Screen Protector which would change the front face of the phone to white, I just had to get it...
I got it locally for about 10NZD (about $7USD), quite surprised for the price it also came with an extra all clear screen protector and cleaning cloth. On the package, it did not mention it was matte finish except it mentions being "fingerprint prevention"...
Overall, the quality is actually very good, the cut is very precise and accurate the front camera, ear piece and home buttons are cut correctly...
Things that I dont like is a small Mercury logo on the top right of the screen protector...It is not as thick as the similar SGP protector but doesnt have the touch sensitivity issue...as it is basically a coloured screen protector and that it does not come with white sticker to go over the home button, hence still black where as the SGP one does come with a sticker to go over the home...
Highly recommended to all looking to do some colour changing...I belive they also come in different colours...Some photos below...with the white Mercury Screen Protector and silver SGP Neo Hybrid...
Care to share where exactly you got this beauty from? I know naming the links would be an offence but "clues" ?
rajuki said:
Care to share where exactly you got this beauty from? I know naming the links would be an offence but "clues" ?
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http://www.trademe.co.nz/Mobile-phones/Accessories/Cases-protectors/Samsung/auction-409681909.htm
this is the link which I purchased mine off but I dont think the seller does international postage. Have a search for it on Ebay...lol
just a heads up, when applying these the backlights from the back and menu button become invisible/blocked - unlike the sgp glas which is clear over the buttons (and light is visible).
and yeah get em off ebay, search mercury galaxy i9100 and should find...usually you can win one with a bid of around $7aud
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Hi all since i have received my screen protector and installed it today i thought i would leave a small review on it so people could make there minds up on what they wanted.
Whats in the pack:
*who screen steinheil ultra crystal screen protectors.
*one cloth
*one plastic spatula for bubbles
*one sticker pack to remove dust
Application:
The application of the protector was very easy, no sprays needed just the usual back and front sticker.
fit and finish:
The fit is very good with just a hole for the speaker and home button everything else was covered.
as for the finish it is really good from normal viewing distance but if you look very close you can see small imperfections. ( these imperfections are to small for me to actually complain about but i mention it because everyone is different )
The material it self is very good, and does seem to do what the box said it does, it is very clear and there is no orange peel effect or rainbow.
Once on you can not notice it at all.
well ive taken some shots so that you all can see, viewing angles, smudging , macro shots of imperfections and also color representation.
Enjoy and hope this helps
what about the ultra oleophobic? is it glossy?
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what about the ultra oleophobic? is it glossy?
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Nope I have the Ultra Olephobic one not glossy at all. One thing for sure though someone needs to tell them to place their numbers correctly.
They have back written on 1 (back side down) and front marked as 2 (front side up)
I don't know if that makes sense basically if you follow the numbers you are going to stick it the other way around. Which is what I did....
wasted a completely good screen *rant over*
Other then that quiet happy with it.
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That's what I did as well haha
I found that the Ultra Crystal picks up fingerprints so easily, and its hard to move your finger across the screen smoothly after a while.
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Nope I have the Ultra Olephobic one not glossy at all. One thing for sure though someone needs to tell them to place their numbers correctly.
They have back written on 1 (back side down) and front marked as 2 (front side up)
I don't know if that makes sense basically if you follow the numbers you are going to stick it the other way around. Which is what I did....
wasted a completely good screen *rant over*
Other then that quiet happy with it.
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Okay.. so it is not glossy at all.. how about the sensitivity of the touch screen? Is it hard to swipe over the screen?
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That's what I did as well haha
I found that the Ultra Crystal picks up fingerprints so easily, and its hard to move your finger across the screen smoothly after a while.
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Oh wow! yeah. because it's glossy and glossy screen protectors don't do well with swiping gesture. I may as well tell that matte screen protector is better at swiping but worse for the amoled screen.
Thanks for the review pal!
Now here's what I posted a while back:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15575122&postcount=667
Could you please confirm the issues I had?
Also would you mind posting a picture of the SP it's self before application?
Thanks a bunch
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Thanks for the review pal!
Now here's what I posted a while back:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15575122&postcount=667
Could you please confirm the issues I had?
Also would you mind posting a picture of the SP it's self before application?
Thanks a bunch
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Just read your review, i think they updated the pack because it has a front and back sticker.
Also i think we need to give the screen protectors some slack, they will never be as good as the screen because they don't have the reasurch and development budgets.
I have not got any white parts but its only second day, also you get two so if one is damaged just use the next.
As for fingers sticking, its ok if you keep cleaning the screen and lets be honest we all wipe the screen everyday so our baby look nice.
But it is not as smooth as the glass no, bringing me back to my point its just plastic and will never be as god as the glass it covers.
Touch sensitivity is the same for me.
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Thanks pal.
Yeah mine looks exactly like yours! With those words Front and Back and those numbers! Still they are really confusing as different SP makers use different notations for referring to the adhesive side.
Anyway I'm happy with how transparent it is but the fingerprints make my phone look ugly! I clean it every day.
Yeah and the touch sensitivity is really awesome.
But I doubt I'd go with this SP the next time...
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fit and finish:
The fit is very good with just a hole for the speaker and home button everything else was covered.
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I received one of these with my SGP Neo Hybrid case, and I am using it right now. But I have a question, doesn't it covering the whole screen including the front camera bother you?I actually tried cutting mine so that the camera and proximity sensor is not covered (could could not do a perfect job, but that is not relevant).
I had ordered a SGP ultra clear before this which looked better, and had the correct holes for front camera etc. But the Ultra Clear is supposedly thinner and got a scratch, so I had to switch to the Crystal once my case arrived.
^^No it doesn't bother me. I am having no problems with sensors or front camera. Pictures are as clear as without protector and sensors are working as they should.
thanks for review, I have to choose between crystal and olephobic
Thanks for that i think ill go for the olephobic friom reading a few reviews it appears to be the best one available.
Thanks for the review. I have ordered a Neo hybrid case so I will be getting one of these with it.
Why didnt they include the camera lens protector anymore for the SGS2 on the ultra oleo?
I like it great product
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I received one of these with my SGP Neo Hybrid case, and I am using it right now. But I have a question, doesn't it covering the whole screen including the front camera bother you?I actually tried cutting mine so that the camera and proximity sensor is not covered (could could not do a perfect job, but that is not relevant).
I had ordered a SGP ultra clear before this which looked better, and had the correct holes for front camera etc. But the Ultra Clear is supposedly thinner and got a scratch, so I had to switch to the Crystal once my case arrived.
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Personal i never use my front facing camera, as for the sensor it is working normal.
However i guess you need all the clarity possible for video chat so a hole would be preferable in that case.
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already got thanks nice review
I only got one of these and it came with no instructions. Just the "FRONT" and "BACK" stickers. Problem is, FRONT says "1" and BACK says "2", but I would have thought if BACK was the one you wanted to remove first, but why does it say 2.. So, which side is the side that you stick down on the screen??
Since I only got one of these I don't want to take a gamble.
Hi, i ordered one of these , aint arrived yet but coming from korea im in UK, thanks for the review, ya 2 for stocky side to phone, does seem odd but lucky i have looked here may have mistaken that
anyone compared this to any other protector ? i want something that aint gonna lose much cause we know how good the screen on this is and would be shame to hide it
I've been using matte/no-glare screen protectors for years, and really like them. They really cut the glare outside (duh) and the rougher texture on the surface makes it easier to do things like Swype. Anybody bought/installed one for the SGS3 yet? I bought the one for my captivate a year ago and don't remember the brand - just curious to see what people are using and how they work.
Thanks!
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I've been using matte/no-glare screen protectors for years, and really like them. They really cut the glare outside (duh) and the rougher texture on the surface makes it easier to do things like Swype. Anybody bought/installed one for the SGS3 yet? I bought the one for my captivate a year ago and don't remember the brand - just curious to see what people are using and how they work.
Thanks!
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I've been looking for a good matte screen protector too. Right now I have Halo on my phone: http://amzn.com/B00887FJWG Installation was easy with no bubble. It fits perfectly on the screen. My only complain is pixelation. I never had anti-glare screen protectors before so I don't know if this much pixelation/noise (especially more noticeable on white backgrounds) is normal or no. I am waiting for MediaDevil to be released for Galaxy S III. They got awesome reviews for iphone ones.
I also bought KaysCase but didn't install it because the cut was not perfect and it was too small and not symmetric so I returned it immediately.
i have the moshi iVisor AG, att store sold it to me, not sure how i feel about it yet... it has a ugly (in my opinion) blue trim that covers the blue brushed metal look and has 2 ugly holes where the back and menu buttons are supposed to disappear kind of defeating the whole purpose of making them disappear. On the good side, It does feel like quality film it has "no bubble technology", which pretty much means that there is one big air bubble inside (only the blue edges are sticky) and it can be washed and reused many times. Its not yet listed on moshi's website he is the only link i could find of it: http://www.puremobile.com/moshi-99mo045951-ivisor-galaxy-s3-blue
The moshi is good for install and clarity...
Hey guys I'm looking if there's a screen protector that covers just the screen. I'm looking to order a matte black decal to cover the front of the phone around the screen to match my black UAG case (favorite case so far btw, its amazing!!! If you havent tried it your really should. 8th case is the charm? Lol). But right now I have the spigen curved screen protector on and I still want one when I put the from decal on just wondering what you guys would recommend. I'm a little hesitant to put a screen protector over the skin or vice versa. Or is there any skins that include a screen protector??
PS the curved screen protector works awesome with this case. You can't even tell there's one on there and there is no bubbling or edges being pushed up. I will post more about this in the UAG case forum when I get a chance to get some pics and stuff.
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Best I can think of would be getting a universal screen protector. Downfall is they aren't going to be as good as the name brand protectors, but pretty much like the cheap generic china made protectors you get off of ebay.
Upside is they usually come with multiple (3-5) sheets that you can cut out your self. Otherwise I was unable to find exactly what your looking for (nor heard of any). Maybe someone else has though, wait and see.
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Hey guys I'm looking if there's a screen protector that covers just the screen. I'm looking to order a matte black decal to cover the front of the phone around the screen to match my black UAG case (favorite case so far btw, its amazing!!! If you havent tried it your really should. 8th case is the charm? Lol). But right now I have the spigen curved screen protector on and I still want one when I put the from decal on just wondering what you guys would recommend. I'm a little hesitant to put a screen protector over the skin or vice versa. Or is there any skins that include a screen protector??
PS the curved screen protector works awesome with this case. You can't even tell there's one on there and there is no bubbling or edges being pushed up. I will post more about this in the UAG case forum when I get a chance to get some pics and stuff.
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http://www.amazon.com/Mercury-Prote...3&keywords=galaxy+s3+mercury+screen+protector
im using the red one right now ill post pics if you want to see
I got mine when I get the Capdase Silicone Case. They are bundled all together. I got it here:
http://www.smartphonebay.net/Silicone-Case-for-Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-p/sc-ssi9300rd.htm
I'm looking for a screen protector that covers the entire front of the phone rather than just the screen itself. And I'm looking for one that can be removed and re-applied, because I can NEVER apply them properly the first time without getting dust and air bubbles (even if just a couple) trapped underneath it. I've tried it many times with my current phone and other phones, and I just can't get it right. And since I keep a screen protector on for several months, at the least, it's a long time to have to stare at a wrongly-applied screen protector.
I learned about the iVisor (http://www.amazon.com/iVisor-Screen-Protector-Protection-Samsung/dp/B008I59S34) which meets these requirements, but reading the reviews makes it appear not so great. I saw some other screen protectors mentioned on this forum but they were with a strong matte finish which really reduces clarity and sharpness of the screen image, rather than a clear finish which doesn't do that.
Can you recommend such a screen protector, if they exist?
(Btw, I've never had a screen protector that covers the entire front of the phone rather than just the screen. Does it cause any problems because it covers up the buttons or camera or speaker or anything like that?)
Thanks.
Answer is yes try USA Ebay .
jje
Maybe this: http://www.amazon.com/Tridea-Protec...15&keywords=curved+screen+protector+galaxy+s3
It doesn't cover the button or speaker, though...
In Canada we have ghost armour. It covers the front screen with holes for all the sensors. Buy it once and they will re apply it for 5 bucks everything you want a new one.
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Answer is yes try USA Ebay .
jje
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Any particular recommendations you have on this? Thanks.
I buy tech Armor screen protectors. Amazon sells them for about $7 /3 pack. They hold up well, and they have clear and anti-glare versions.
First i used spigen curved crystal which was cool at first. But dents easily. Youll see markings when something sharp hits the sp.
Then i switched to realook 3d forming just now. Fits great. My phone looks like without SP. Very clean. I had several tries before i had a good fit, but the SP still managed so well.
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Tempered Armor just launched their Galaxy S3 tempered glass screen protector December 2nd. Saw a review video for their Note 3 protector and absolutely loved it (Link if curious: http://youtu.be/Qzhst5jrBtI). I picked it up the same day it released.
It came in two days ago and of course I install it immediately. At first, I thought great, the adhesive is doing it's thing. Then, once I took the blue plastic cover off, the disappointment set it. At a nearly uniform distance completely around the protector, the adhesive doesn't stick. I had used their packaged microfiber and their packaged isopropyl wipes for the install. Thought cool, maybe it will take a few days. And fast forward to today, it still looks the same.
If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know. I love how it feels; I've always hated those crappy plastic protectors.
I reached out to Tempered Armor via Twitter and got no help other than them claiming it was user error and/ or the alignment is off. I sent them a Dropbox link with pictures of the alignment and they came back with the protector won't work if it is "off a hair".
Here's our Twitter conversation: https://twitter.com/temperedarmor/status/413801200866574336
Here's the Dropbox link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/i6wur2j57ql99c7/qyw6TAEb_y
So if you are thinking about ordering one, make sure you have a micron microscope to get it aligned correctly.
Meh,
I have had similar problems with SProtectors. I do believe that the glass on most S3's have a slight curve at the outer edge.
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Whenever I press down on the outside edge, it feels like the glass protector doesn't even try to stick. I feel like the adhesive wasn't properly applied to the protector before shipping.
What really got me was when customer support mentioned if it was "off a hair" it wouldn't sit right. How are you going to sell a screen protector that has a fault tolerance in alignment of a width of a hair?
Typical lack of customer service or care. This why I try to support companies like, Anker, zero lemon, Amazon. They actually care about quality and their customers. As info,
We have 3 galaxy S3 in my home and all have a slight curve downward at the edges.
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I love tempered glass screen protectors. But why spend that much money on that one. I got mine off Ebay and they look way better than the one posted in the OP. The one I have sticks all the way around.
here's an example of one... (not sure which seller I bought from. it's been a several weeks since I ordered.)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Premium-Rea...l_Phone_Screen_Protectors&hash=item2c779dd20f
I knew of the owner of the company from my days as an iPhone modder. Thought he would be a bit more "in touch" with the community and more helpful than "nope, you broke it. lalalalala can't hear you".
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I love tempered glass screen protectors. But why spend that much money on that one. I got mine off Ebay and they look way better than the one posted in the OP. The one I have sticks all the way around.
here's an example of one... (not sure which seller I bought from. it's been a several weeks since I ordered.)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Premium-Rea...l_Phone_Screen_Protectors&hash=item2c779dd20f
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Hi..
I would like to buy one, but 0.4 ones seems to thick as they seem to raise screen level above some cases lips..
Do you have slimmer one or is that one ok ?
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Hi..
I would like to buy one, but 0.4 ones seems to thick as they seem to raise screen level above some cases lips..
Do you have slimmer one or is that one ok ?
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The one I have is .3, so just a bit thinner. on all of the cases I have used, it doesn't interfere with the case. I have used it with the Otterbox Commuter case and it looks fine. Right now, I'm using it with a rubber/plastic case that I found at Walgreen's of all places. There is usually a small gap between the edge of the screen protector and the case. I'll see if I can get a picture up
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Here's mine with a case and the glass screen on it (sorry pic quality is bad, taken with an Ipad, of course)
https://www.dropbox.com/s/nrwqcb22qfewptv/photo.jpg
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The one I have is .3, so just a bit thinner. on all of the cases I have used, it doesn't interfere with the case. I have used it with the Otterbox Commuter case and it looks fine. Right now, I'm using it with a rubber/plastic case that I found at Walgreen's of all places. There is usually a small gap between the edge of the screen protector and the case. I'll see if I can get a picture up
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https://www.dropbox.com/s/nrwqcb22qfewptv/photo.jpg
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Thanks for pic..i will definitely look for a glass thinner than 0.4..
Whenever i put a screen protector on my s3 the touch screen glitches, key presses al over the screen like whenever i press the app drawer it opens my notification bar, whenever i type something it scrolls up,so does that have anything to do with the quality of the screen protector?