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SGP Flex screen protector review and pictures

I just received and fitted my SGP Flex screen protector so I thought I'd put up a few pictures for those considering it.
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i.imgur.com/sSbOB.jpg
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i.imgur.com/BSShs.jpg
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It was pretty straight forward to fit, a few bubbles under the film that i had to push out though. The surface is slightly grippy. This is my first screen protector (and smartphone) so I'm not able to give a comparison but I'd certainly say it's not as smooth as using the nexus bare.
I'm happy with it but I'll probably try a non spray type in the future to see how it compares.
As you can see the screen protector covers a larger area than the SGP Steinheil Ultra Oleophobic, pretty much right to the edge of the screen before it curves.

can you fix the pics link ?

Not until I have 8 posts. Just copy paste into the address bar. Sorry.

http://i.imgur.com/J1P3L.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/sSbOB.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BwwkO.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BSShs.jpg
Is this crystal clear or anti-glare? Any blurriness or rainbowing?
How much?

http://www.sgpstore.com/sgp-google-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
can anyone tell me if this film is good?

Wolfnio said:
http://www.sgpstore.com/sgp-google-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
can anyone tell me if this film is good?
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Had it on sgs1 and sgs2.Found it perfect.Already order it for my GN
Take a look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1376666

Wolfnio said:
http://www.sgpstore.com/sgp-google-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
can anyone tell me if this film is good?
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you could try searching.. a review of that is on the same page as this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1376666

T-Keith said:
http://i.imgur.com/J1P3L.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/sSbOB.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BwwkO.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BSShs.jpg
Is this crystal clear or anti-glare? Any blurriness or rainbowing?
How much?
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I am interested in hearing your thoughts on screen clarity and any rainbowing from it as well.

Thanks for fixing the links.
Screen clarity is great. The film is not noticeable from the angles you would be using the phone but there are some slight ripples you can see from extreme angles. The second picture I posted shows this.
The film claims to able to heal itself and I have noticed overnight some slight marks (again only visible from the side) I made by pushing air bubbles out with my fingernail have disappeared.
No rain-bowing whatsoever as far as I can tell.
I would guess the film would be crystal clear not anti glare, I can't see it mentioned anywhere. Maybe check the product site.
I purchased from the SGP store (search SGP Flex Galaxy Nexus, sorry still can't post links)
and Paid $50 total with the most expensive shipping to Australia which took 3 days including a weekend.

I've just paid £20 for one of these to be shipped from South Korea to the UK with express delivery. I ordered on Saturday and had an email saying it was shipped today. I hope it's worth it.
Rik.
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I also just ordered mine in anticipation of the hopefully soon VZW release.

Just grabbed one of these US$17 delivered.
Hopefully they are ok, I loved the Bodyguardz on my iPhone.

Thanks for the pictures and impressions.
This new Flex series seems a lot like Zagg InvisibleShields I had for my Droid X. Depth's pictures show the typical "orange peel" texture that is associated with most wet application screen protectors.
Not exactly my cup of tea, but I'm a bit thrown off by the lack of full screen coverage with the Steinheil Oleophobic model. Thus I'm still debating which is the best solution to go with. I inquired about a Ultra Crystal and Optics version for the Galaxy Nexus and Steinheil customer support had no clue.

for me, either realook or martin fields for the screen protector and a wet invisi-type protection for the body!
i guess that is one good thing waiting for a bit for the GSM North american versions. by the time we get it, we'll have loads of accesssories to choose from.
but of course i'm an impatient american and want my gnex now, so gonna order next week!!!!
just waiting on the vzw release and see if there is a gsm version coming soon to USA.

Mine arrived today and I was really careful with keeping my phone scratch free. I cleaned it with the cloth and perfect, not a scratch anywhere. I fitted the screen protector and still managed to trap a small speck of dust. Lol.
All in all the fit is great and the casemate tough along with the sgp should keep my phone immaculate for years to come. I would recommend this to anyone as the protector is quite thick but doesn't seem to spoil the display at all.
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aindow said:
Mine arrived today and I was really careful with keeping my phone scratch free. I cleaned it with the cloth and perfect, not a scratch anywhere. I fitted the screen protector and still managed to trap a small speck of dust. Lol.
All in all the fit is great and the casemate tough along with the sgp should keep my phone immaculate for years to come. I would recommend this to anyone as the protector is quite thick but doesn't seem to spoil the display at all.
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yup same here i used ALL of the solution trying to get the dust out and there is still 1 spec left right near the edge .....but ive seen it and it annoys me lol

What about smudges and fingerprints.. can they be easily wiped off? I ordered mine just now and I hope it won't attract too much of that.

With the wet application, does the protector cling to the screen immediately like a dry application, or does it slide around a bit, making for easier aligning?

Yes but For a short time. Of You hands a moist fingers tend to "skip".
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With the wet application, does the protector cling to the screen immediately like a dry application, or does it slide around a bit, making for easier aligning?
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Can you comment if it has an orange peel effect? I abhor screen protectors that offer that kind of look. I refuse to put one of those on that screen. I was planning on buying one right now so I will have it the day I get my Nexus on VZW. If you can take a really good picture of the screen to show any kind of effect if any, I would appreciate it. Thank you very much!
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Best screen protector

What do you guys think is the best screen protector for this phone? I have been looking on Amazon and they have been getting bad reviews on them.I ordered a mirrored one and that was a terrible middle because I couldn't see anything if there was any sunlight on the device. Any screen protectors like the Apple one where it is anti fingerprint? I'm thinking of trying the Zagg screen protector but I use Swype a lot and don't like my finger sticking to the screen.
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Branso07 said:
What do you guys think is the best screen protector for this phone? I have been looking on Amazon and they have been getting bad reviews on them.I ordered a mirrored one and that was a terrible middle because I couldn't see anything if there was any sunlight on the device. Any screen protectors like the Apple one where it is anti fingerprint? I'm thinking of trying the Zagg screen protector but I use Swype a lot and don't like my finger sticking to the screen.
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I just received my ZAGG screen protector in the mail today. I'll let you know what I think once I put it on. My buddy has one on his IPhone, and I liked it because my finger DID NOT stick when I was sliding it around. I have seen other screen protectors that made my finger stick.

I've had a Zagg on my iPad, iPhone, Fascinate, Thunderbolt, Galaxy Tab, Galaxy 10.1 and now my Hercules. My finger has stuck to the screen exactly 0 times in the 2 years I've been using them and I've used Swype with every one of those devices.

I also prefer ZAGG's invisible shield. I had one on my Glacier and loved it so I grabbed one for my S II. You can usually find them several dollars cheaper on ebay or amazon.
I only use the screen protectors by ZAGG, but if you get a full kit, remember that you might run into fitment issues with tight-fitting cases. A full shield and a case seems redundant to me, anyway.

Zagg Invisi shield is definitely the way to go. I would just take your phone to the mall and have them apply with the wet method instead of the dry ones you can buy in store. They are the best and once you pay full price you can always get any side replaced for only 5$ :]

Personally I prefer the reallook screen protectors. They are a dry application, but have had awesome success with them. Only issue will be if you have the d30 case. But most screen protectors have issues with this case.
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Sgp ultra crystal i got mines today and put mines on. It is truly exactly what they say no one knows i have a screen protector on till i tell them.
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Killbynature said:
Sgp ultra crystal i got mines today and put mines on. It is truly exactly what they say no one knows i have a screen protector on till i tell them.
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I tried one of those first on my Thunderbolt. It was really nice... Until it spent a ride in my pocket with my keys for a couple hours. It got pretty scratched up. I also have a pretty oily face and the Zagg hides that and the fingerprints a lot better than the SGP. When it's new though, that SGP is great.

I just ordered an Xtremeguard full-body kit off of ebay for $5 with free shipping. They are supposed to be direct competitors to Zagg from the looks of their ad but I don't have any experience with them so when I get it, I will get back to you.
I am not really worried about the screen as it's gorilla glass and that stuff is tough! I already have a Diztronic TPU case on my phone and just wanted a "apply and forget" screen protector that will lessen my OCDness with the screen (despite it being so tough).

anyone have a preferred screen protector with the 3DO case? i'm trying to find one that doesn't mess up with this case, lasts, and doesn't show all the oily fingerprints

crookshanks said:
I tried one of those first on my Thunderbolt. It was really nice... Until it spent a ride in my pocket with my keys for a couple hours. It got pretty scratched up. I also have a pretty oily face and the Zagg hides that and the fingerprints a lot better than the SGP. When it's new though, that SGP is great.
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I don't think you did it right i thought the squeege was scratching the screen protector. Cause it had a whole bunch of scratches on it. When trying to get the bubbles out. I removed the scratched up screen protector. Then underneath was the screen protector on perfectly. I even applied keys to it it didn't scratch up.
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For those of you with the Zagg screen protector, does it tend to bubble around the edges when used in conjunction with a tpu/d30 case?
Considering getting one myself, but this would be the deal breaker
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tri4life said:
Zagg Invisi shield is definitely the way to go. I would just take your phone to the mall and have them apply with the wet method instead of the dry ones you can buy in store. They are the best and once you pay full price you can always get any side replaced for only 5$ :]
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I agree I think its lifetime warranty too ;-)
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+1 this.
i'm getting the d30 case and want to make sure it doesn't bubble up like my Zagg on the iPhone 4 with an Apple border on it
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The d30 is extremely tight on the edges. Just about any sp will suffer.
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mrmiddl said:
anyone have a preferred screen protector with the 3DO case? i'm trying to find one that doesn't mess up with this case, lasts, and doesn't show all the oily fingerprints
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I use the d30 cases with the zagg invisi shield.

tri4life said:
I use the d30 cases with the zagg invisi shield.
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If you miss with the case, does it cause bubbles? Or are the corners on top of the Zagg?
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I just buy the $1 for 6 screen protectors off of ebay and they are working great for me.

amazon.com doesnt ship to canada and the sgp site is down.

kharnage said:
I just buy the $1 for 6 screen protectors off of ebay and they are working great for me.
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Is there some on sale? If so, link please.
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Screen protector that won't be effed up by the case?

I bought a ago steinhel flex and I put it on my phone but after only two days one corner has been lifted I don't know what went wrong, I bought it specifically because I read wet protectors don't lift up on the edges :/ . I'm guessing is because I have a Neo hybrid sgp case which has really tight borders.
I just ordered a sgp ultra hybrid which borders fit a little looser on the phone, what do you say should I buy another steinhel flex? Or maybe try the sgp oleophobic which is supposed to be smaller, but it is a dry application which people here are not fans of, maybe try the xo skins case fit?
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Tpu cases usually work well. Try diztronics revision 3.
let it be.

the 6 for a dollar ones I get from eBay doesn't interfere with any of my cases. I always suggest those.

mackster248 said:
the 6 for a dollar ones I get from eBay doesn't interfere with any of my cases. I always suggest those.
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link please

androidtoy09 said:
link please
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Here you go:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAP...0&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160#ht_1608wt_1270
It's amazing so far, and it won't scratch. I love em.

Chad_Petree said:
I bought a ago steinhel flex and I put it on my phone but after only two days one corner has been lifted I don't know what went wrong, I bought it specifically because I read wet protectors don't lift up on the edges :/ . I'm guessing is because I have a Neo hybrid sgp case which has really tight borders.
I just ordered a sgp ultra hybrid which borders fit a little looser on the phone, what do you say should I buy another steinhel flex? Or maybe try the sgp oleophobic which is supposed to be smaller, but it is a dry application which people here are not fans of, maybe try the xo skins case fit?
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it's a common problem for phones whose screens are almost in line with the bezel and if you have a case that covers the bezel. the only solution i saw is to use a smaller protector so the corners of the case would not touch the corners of the protector so it prevents lifting.

thephantom said:
it's a common problem for phones whose screens are almost in line with the bezel and if you have a case that covers the bezel. the only solution i saw is to use a smaller protector so the corners of the case would not touch the corners of the protector so it prevents lifting.
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Diztronics was offering screen protectors like that but people whined about it and diztronics caved in.
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@rbiter said:
Diztronics was offering screen protectors like that but people whined about it and diztronics caved in.
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the man who's post i will forever keep in my sig. hahaha. good you mentioned that. i didn't actually use my diztronic protector as i have a capdase klia on my gnex. but since it's cut between the size of the actual screen and the one that sgp makes, it seems to not give me any peeling off issues. i guess i'll just keep my free diztronic protector then. hehehe

chances are you have the full screen version if you got the rev3 case. i think the almost to the edge sp's were shipped with earlier versions of the tpu.

i have the full screen xoskins using my diztronic. it doesn't lift the corners or anything!

mackster248 said:
Here you go:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAP...0&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160#ht_1608wt_1270
It's amazing so far, and it won't scratch. I love em.
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I agree with you. I used to waste money on "premium" wet and dry screen protectors but I end up going back to cheap plasticy screen protectors lol. They are so easy to apply, no yellow peel, no draggy feeling and I can just replace them any time I want with peace of mind

androidtoy09 said:
I agree with you. I used to waste money on "premium" wet and dry screen protectors but I end up going back to cheap plasticy screen protectors lol. They are so easy to apply, no yellow peel, no draggy feeling and I can just replace them any time I want with peace of mind
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Haha, yeah exactly! I used to get mad at myself for spending like 14-15 bucks on those wet application types... And only for it to peel off and make the screen look ugly.

I was so mad today. I bought the xo screen protector and had it on for 2 days. I decided to go for a jog and used my arm band case. After the run I tried to remove it from the arm band case, the plastic on the case stuck on the glass of the phone so tight it actually lifted the screen protector while I was trying to remove it so it got ruined. Just a heads up for those getting those "wet application" protectors. Ordered those plasticy clingy ones right after.
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olieebur said:
I was so mad today. I bought the xo screen protector and had it on for 2 days. I decided to go for a jog and used my arm band case. After the run I tried to remove it from the arm band case, the plastic on the case stuck on the glass of the phone so tight it actually lifted the screen protector while I was trying to remove it so it got ruined. Just a heads up for those getting those "wet application" protectors. Ordered those plasticy clingy ones right after.
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Damn that's a bummer... My semi-OCD self would be so pissed if that happened to me.

mackster248 said:
Here you go:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAP...0&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160#ht_1608wt_1270
It's amazing so far, and it won't scratch. I love em.
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1+ Also, tried most of the wet applied ones and these are a lot nicer, no orange peel to worry about with these.

Smooth, transparent GS3 screen protector

What screen protectors for the SGS3 are perfectly smooth and transparentr? The screen protector I have on my current phone (BB) is slightly "frosted" or textured which messes with the pixels on the screen. It does make it easier to swipe and does not attract dust or fingerprints, but I would rather have a screen protector that is perfectly clear for the SGS3. What are some good ones?

just look for clear/crystal vs. matte (the "frosted" you have)

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What screen protectors for the SGS3 are perfectly smooth and transparentr? The screen protector I have on my current phone (BB) is slightly "frosted" or textured which messes with the pixels on the screen. It does make it easier to swipe and does not attract dust or fingerprints, but I would rather have a screen protector that is perfectly clear for the SGS3. What are some good ones?
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Go with SGP Ultra Crystal Screen protectors if you are looking for something that looks and feels like glass. No rubber feeling to it like some skins, and as the product name states, they are crystal clear. I have used Zagg, BodyGaurdz, Skinomi, etc, but I always go back to SGP Ultra series protectors because of how they feel, and protect the screen. Not to mention, it is a dry install, no water or spray to mess with and no bubbles.
I just ordered mine from Amazon yesterday for $13 + free shipping. Don't have my SGIII yet, but I have been used SGP covers on my SG, and SGII. Excellent protectors.

Thanks for this share. I've tried all you mentioned. Waiting for my new SGS3 also!
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I have only tried Invisible Shield and those cheap $2 screen protectors in the past, hated all of them till I got the SGP for my One X. LOVED it! It literally feels like nothing is there and looks like nothing is there. Ordering one for my S3 now

I've always been a fan of Realook. That is what I ordered for mine.
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DO NOT buy zagg invisible shield. I just did for the first time and i am demanding a refund from best buy.

+1 for the SGP Ultra Crystal, EXCEPT they've been discontinued - I've got one on mine and have the problem they've noted (there's another thread for this) - the way the screen curves, the edges don't seal. Spigen is replacing them with the Nano, to be out soon, I think. I'll be ok leaving it on until then, but you might want to hold off.

Just ordered a SGP Ultaclear Nano screen protector off of Amazon.
Getting all of these goodies in the mail without a phone to put them on is such a drag... *sigh*

Might be out of place but y use a screen protector. Want to know ur perspective> the ups and downs

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+1 for the SGP Ultra Crystal, EXCEPT they've been discontinued - I've got one on mine and have the problem they've noted (there's another thread for this) - the way the screen curves, the edges don't seal. Spigen is replacing them with the Nano, to be out soon, I think. I'll be ok leaving it on until then, but you might want to hold off.
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Yep. I found out about that too late. It's not bad looking, but they don't seal at the edge.
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worldwidepmp said:
Yep. I found out about that too late. It's not bad looking, but they don't seal at the edge.
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Apparently you can email them that you got the clear crystal and they will send you their new one, the ultranano for free.

rurouni572 said:
Apparently you can email them that you got the clear crystal and they will send you their new one, the ultranano for free.
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I will definitely look into that ASAP.
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Damn I wish those were available now. I really wanna get one for my phone

Anyone know when they are coming out?

sad6549775 said:
Might be out of place but y use a screen protector. Want to know ur perspective> the ups and downs
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to protect the screen

iam_ultrasonic said:
DO NOT buy zagg invisible shield. I just did for the first time and i am demanding a refund from best buy.
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Just to clarify... Did you buy the ZAGG InvisibleSHIELD or the ZAGG InvisibleSHIELD HD?
What did you not like about it?

Good screen protectors on Amazon?

Can anyone recommend me a screen protector that is sold on Amazon?
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Don't know if they have them on Amazon but I always use clear coat. Don't use that ghost guard stuff, it's crazy over priced.

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Can anyone recommend me a screen protector that is sold on Amazon?
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I know this is a month old, but for anyone else looking. I ordered some screen protectors from eBay (12 pack) and they are perfectly shaped for the T989.
Go to eBay and search for '280943626480', which is the ebay item number. (I'm still a new user so I can't post links yet.)
Arrived quickly and took me about 3 of them to get one on (I kept messing up). Only 'issue' I have is that the tabs (peel first, apply, peel second) are on the straight end, so you start applying it from the bottom up, instead of lining it up with the earpiece and camera. Oh well.

I'm using the stock one from Koodo. I'm afraid to remove it, because I always get air bubbles.

Coltonkoop said:
I'm using the stock one from Koodo. I'm afraid to remove it, because I always get air bubbles.
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Also just using the stock koodo screen protector, only issue is recently the top layers wearing away it looks like the clear coat wearing off the hood of a car in small spots and gets oily easy. Was looking around for a cheap protector to do the job but dontt want one like on my buddies nexus, thing looks like wet paper with all the wrinkles in it is so thin. Also the guy at the koodo kiosk knicked the top of the protector with scissors while trying to cut off the little plastic tab on the corner so that bugs me lol.