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Hi, found this screen protector on HTC europe shop. Bit exepnsive but is it worth it? I mean the screen protector provided byt HTC is really good. THey offer also a 5 pack for 31 euros.
What do you think guys?

It is not expensive. Brando has one screen protector for 10 dollars. Clarivue has 2 for 9,99 US$. So, 5 for 31 euros is cheap.

Thanx for letting me know. Then I'll buy the 5 pack as soon as I can.

why would you want 5 screen protecters. you just can put one on your phone

Go cheap
I bought a set of six really cheap ones on ebay for under 5 euros delivered, and they're excellent... I've had more expensive ones in the past for other devices, and these cheap ones are just as good. Search ebay for elf protectors - the seller is german.
It's all down to how you apply them, as with all screen savers. Even if they say they're removable and washable etc, if you don't get them right first time you're stuffed.
Secret is to get the screen clean first - I use stick tape to pull off all the dust and bits, then apply the protector from one end, using a credit card or something to press down behind it whilst installing.

The screen protector that comes with HTC boxed in India is the worst! Its almost like a cello-tape on big size. Screwed my screen completely when removed. Then I had to use some shampoo for removing the sticky stains.
So carefull sticking..
Regards,
Carty..

http://www.wirelessground.com/htctoac.html
check out this site, lots of goodies @ good price!

i had 1 screen protector (orginal) for 10 euro in france
so 5 for 31 euro is a good deal

HTC Orginal protective screen (not the free one they give you)
Just got 6 decent quality protectors for £3.00 inc carriage. Found them on ebay from a UK company - the ebay shop is E-Cell Global. They are miles better than one I got from Play.com, applied easily and I can honestly say they are invisible - i had to double check it was on it! Must be the best bargain ever.
PS: The reason I have been looking for new protectors is because I did a stupid thing with my new HTC Touch Enhanced. I put on the one supplied wth it and it looked rubbbish so i threw it away. After a few weeks use I saw a very small mark on the edge of the screen and lifted it up with my finger nail. Seems the touchpad / digitizer has a very thick plastic protector already on it fitted at the factory. Because I had lifted the edge it looked bad so I pulled the whole thing off. BAD move as the screen underneath it is very easy to damage and I got a few scratches on it before I fitted the new covers above. It now looks as good as new so I seem ot have got away with it.
Has anyone else removed this thick protector? In theory if you got a bad scratch on your screen you could pull this off and wack a new protector straight on fixing the screen for just a few quid.

Hej there,
i got some of these:
http://tinyurl.com/5gaobo
dirt-cheap (especially in euros) and really good quality, easy to apply and no scratches from the stylus at all (the protector i used before got scrachted immediately) ...
and the best thing is it ships free worldwide, really can recommend these

At BOL you can get the original HTC screenprotector. A 2-pack for only 5 euro.

Or.... a whole new digitizer for $10 Euro... I considered the prices of screen protectors and decided to skip placing one on my Touch altogether. I carry mine in the protective pouch and if or when it will get too scratched to look good, I'll just replace the touch screen.

enigma1nz said:
Or.... a whole new digitizer for $10 Euro... I considered the prices of screen protectors and decided to skip placing one on my Touch altogether. I carry mine in the protective pouch and if or when it will get too scratched to look good, I'll just replace the touch screen.
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I also decided to skip using the screen protector. I keep mine in it's case all the time (except for when I am using it). I have gone through 2 screen protectors in 6 months - They scratch way too easily if there is even the slightest bit of debris on your finger and they smudge to easily as well. Now that I am not using the screen protector, the screen is clearer, Colours are more vibrant, sensitivity to touch is better and I can write with the stylus better.

hotrod101 said:
I also decided to skip using the screen protector. I keep mine in it's case all the time (except for when I am using it). I have gone through 2 screen protectors in 6 months - They scratch way too easily if there is even the slightest bit of debris on your finger and they smudge to easily as well. Now that I am not using the screen protector, the screen is clearer, Colours are more vibrant, sensitivity to touch is better and I can write with the stylus better.
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Exactly!!! Hated the protector on it too!!! Love the "naked" look and feel.

Chinese screen protectors are available for 1dollar only. im using one & its not too bad. i keep changing evry 2 months.

the screen protector supplied free with it in egypt is very bad it is massively scratched but i hesitste to remove it because it may leave marks of adhesive substance

Any place to buy this in AUS ..i also need a new one..

has anyone here used the TMOBILE "in the box" screen protector ?
mine already had a thin film protector and a spare one in the box ... been using it with thin film one since last few weeks and i am not completely sure if i should change it
any experiences / advice would be highly appreciated ...

Dissapointed!!

Just a heads up for anyone who cares... i decided to purchase a case and screen protector for my new black dash. EBAY aha... found the color i was looking for and with a screen protector, plus free shipping, WOW. Not. boy was i disappointing. the case would not stay snapped around my phone and the screen protector and a sticker on it that was not easy to remove and left a sticky residue that only some chemical product would remove. word to the wise if you go looking for cases go in person if possible, try before you buy. saves the headache and DISAPPOINTMENT.

jestertattoo said:
Just a heads up for anyone who cares... i decided to purchase a case and screen protector for my new black dash. EBAY aha... found the color i was looking for and with a screen protector, plus free shipping, WOW. Not. boy was i disappointing. the case would not stay snapped around my phone and the screen protector and a sticker on it that was not easy to remove and left a sticky residue that only some chemical product would remove. word to the wise if you go looking for cases go in person if possible, try before you buy. saves the headache and DISAPPOINTMENT.
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Never had a problem myself. I have several different color hard cases and use screen protectors. Sounds like you did not email the seller and ask the right questions.. in short, no one to blame but yourself.

I bought the cheapest clear hard case I saw on Amazon ($2) and it works great. Iv pulled it apart 6 or 7 times now to pull the battery & SD card and still snaps on tight. Never tried pulling off the screen protector. Don't intend to until I have to.

ebay
I got my black rubberized hard case from ebay for like 7 bucks, and I made sure to find a cling on screen protector, paid 10 bucks for a 2 pack ,and I've taken my hard case numerous times, snaps back on great,and the screen protector has not moved once in six months that its been on it.

I´m using this one: http://www.boxwave.com/products/flexiskin/flexiskin-htc-excalibur_2351.htm
And I can say it´s cheap and it´s nice

[Poll] Which Screen Protector Are You Using?

So I'm aware that there are tons of threads around about screen protectors and I just want to make a poll for people without the screen protectors so they'll know what to get I've included some coupons for each one
I'll be naming the major brand ones only since they're easier to identify.
Please tell me if there are any other brands that I'm missing
The choices are listed above
Zagg Invisible Shield
Coupon (20% off): ZAGG20
Skinomi Techskin
Coupon (25% off): get25 or skinomi25
SGP Ultra Oleophobic
Can't find a coupon for this :/
SGP Flex
None either
XO Skin
Coupon: SPRINTXO
Other
Please specify!
So please vote for the brand that you're currently using and comment about your screen protector
If everyone can share some thoughts about their screen protector like:
Name of Your Screen Protector:
Wet/Dry Application:
Easiness to Install:
Orange Peel (Yes/No):
Fingerprint Resistance:
Screen Coverage:
Protection (High/Low):
You can rate them 1-5, or just comment on them whichever is fine
1 Being unsatisfied, and 5 being satisfied
Thats all I can think of so far, but I'll add on more if I can come up with more later

Ordered a BestSkinsEver, which is currently running 25% off. Hopefully I'll actually have the phone soon to use it with...

I would vote for none

Skinomi
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Are all those listed wet application? I don't want a wet one, don't wanna risk damaging the handset!

EddyOS said:
Are all those listed wet application? I don't want a wet one, don't wanna risk damaging the handset!
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Not all of them are wet application
Only skinomi, xo, and flex are (I'm not sure about zagg)
And wet application shouldn't damage your beloved phone since it dries fairly quickly!
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Zagg is wet also so it would have been easier just saying the Ultra Oleophobic is the only non-wet one.
I bought one called iskinz locally in Canada. I really like it and I think it's a lot smarter that they use an alcohol base for the installation instead of water base. It evaporated so fast and I had zero haze or bubbles like I did with all the others that use water.

other
iBox from amazon.co.uk

Ordered an xo, will come back when I get it.
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As always, I ordered a brando ultraclear.
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i'm using greatshield ultrasmooth
it bubbles up at the edges and has a splotchy rainbow haze at certain angles, but it's very smooth and clear. and u get 3 for like 8 bucks

I've bought the SGP Ultra Oleophobic and returned it. I didn't like the fit on the screen. Then I bought the Best Skins Ever.

EddyOS said:
Are all those listed wet application? I don't want a wet one, don't wanna risk damaging the handset!
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I installed the SGP flex quite easily.
Wet isn't as risky as people make it out to be.

the ones i picked up at the verizon store

$3 ones from Amazon that fit, look, and feel perfect.

I haven't bought a screen protector yet, but I'm planning to when I pick up my Verizon LTE Galaxy Nexus (YAY!!!!). I want to understand the types of screen protectors out there because I usually kind of get whatever is out there.
I'm assuming wet applications will generally give you that orange peel effect. These usually offer better protection and coverage, but clarity of the display and feel of it???
What's the downside of a "dry" application of a screen protector?

aldo37 said:
$3 ones from Amazon that fit, look, and feel perfect.
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Got a link?

I was a little surprise to see all the others,
but I added a few things that maybe people can help to rate each individual categories or something like that

i dont know which one is better , may be i will use nothing

i used the one that came with my diztronics tpu case. it is actually pretty good and only leaves about a mm all the way around which is acceptable. too many dry screen protectors go edge to edge and it makes installation more challenging. i came away with no dust and centered perfect with it. i ordered a skinomi but i don't know if i'm going to put it on. wet application bothers me a little bit. other than that, i usually use el cheapos from hong kong and they have always worked great on my other phones.

Screen Protector Film Recommendations?

Hello,
Do you recommend Belkin Anti-Glare Screen protector for SGS2? (if you have used it) If not, which screen protector do you recommend? The most important thing for me: It nearly shouldn't have any affect on touch screen sensitivity.
Thanks.

You see im in the camp of whats the point of a screen protector, adding another layer to screen. I just use a cheap clam flip case to keep the screen safe. Only just had S2 but never had a screen protector on my sgs for over year and never got a mark on it
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Getting a 3M Estoc+ on Monday. These are available on GMarket's website. I'll let you know how it is on Monday ;-)

xstarbuckx said:
You see im in the camp of whats the point of a screen protector, adding another layer to screen. I just use a cheap clam flip case to keep the screen safe. Only just had S2 but never had a screen protector on my sgs for over year and never got a mark on it
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I'm using a basic silicon case. Flip cases are protecting well but having a flap hanging around while using the phone is a little bit annoying for me. I want to use it because, Gorilla Glass screen is just scratch resistant, not scratch-proof. There are many people reporting scratches after just daily use. Also Anti-Glare films making the screen easier to slide, especially in games like Fruit Ninja

MistahBungle said:
Getting a 3M Estoc+ on Monday. These are available on GMarket's website. I'll let you know how it is on Monday ;-)
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OK, I will be glad if you let me know about it. It looks fine. But I couldn't find any local online shop selling Estoc protectors. So, i think I'm going to buy this one tomorrow:
http://www.vatanbilgisayar.com/belkin-f8m138eb-samsung-galaxy-s2-anti-glare-ekran-koruyucu/productdetails.aspx?I_ID=58464
http://www.belkin.com/uk/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=604828
I will write about it.

I have tried the SGP ultra oleophobic, and this worked well for 2 weeks, but after that it would start to attract oil, ... the opposite of what it was supposed to do, the plus side is that it doesn't have tint and the screen looks good. I am now going to try the Halo screen protector. Let us know how you screen protector turns out.

I really like the one that comes with the otterbox for the S2.
it's easy to put on and fits perfectly!
hope this helps

Definitely Zagg invisibleSHIELD.

I couldn't find them locally either. GMarket was the only place I could find them online, I split the cost of shipping with a few other people from XDA.
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OK, I will be glad if you let me know about it. It looks fine. But I couldn't find any local online shop selling Estoc protectors. So, i think I'm going to buy this one tomorrow:
I will write about it.
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deadbeat44 said:
Definitely Zagg invisibleSHIELD.
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Phantomskinz
You get 2,unlike zagg.
It also is much smoother, no orange peel & is not tacky unlike zagg products.
But zagg is still a very good product in my opinion.
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i recommend any SGP screen protector
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s2/sgp-samsung-galaxy-s2-screen-protector-series.html
im using the ultra crystal... very clear though fingerprints are visible at times
zagg is a good brand/product ... but the invisible shield, like chrisjcks said, is not smooth which affect the touch response cause of that tacky feel of it

Received the 3M Estoc screen protector today. It's quite solid, and enables you to 'buff out' minor scratches & dings on the protector. This is due to a coating on the protector itself that obviously wears away over a period of time. It comes with a 49873 page encyclopedia with instructions on how to fit (due to having instructions in 192 different languages). The package contains the protector itself, a microfibre cleaning cloth, a cardboard thingy to smooth out the bubbles when you fit the protector and a few dust removal stickers.
Fitting was no more difficult or different to any other screen protector, just a case of making sure the screen is perfectly clean/free of dust, then slowly/carefully applying it to the screen & smoothing out the bubbles as you go.
This is a good protector if you're using a bumper case & don't have your screen covered, it will easily handle being in a pocket with other items & should protect the screen quite well. It will probably last at least a couple of months (maybe more, depending on how rough you are with your phone) if you use your phone like this. As I use a flip case, it will probably be good for much longer than this, as the face of the phone won't be exposed to the lining of pockets, keys, loose change, etc, etc.
Now to the question of value. Is it worth the ~$25 or so ? Compared to the $15 protector I had on my phone previously, and given I use a flip case which protects the screen anyways, probably not. I doubt I'll be spending another $25 on one of these when it comes time to get a new screen protector.
But if you're someone who uses bumper cases/etc & likes having a 'nudie' screen, I'd definitely recommend these. Obviously if you only order one from GMarket the shipping will make it a fairly expensive exercise, but you could always order more than one/some other stuff from that site, or find someone on XDA to go dutch on the postage who lives in your country like I did (thanks to Victaaaa for same )

The Zagg invisibleSHIELD is the best in my opinion, uses a fluid that facilitates the placement may be withdrawn and placed if things do not go well the first time, this has the orange peel effect but this in no way affects the image or touch . I used it in the first SGS for 1 year and now I'm using it in SGSll about 8 months.

i recommend sgp ultra crystal too...i am using for 5 months and i have no problem at all...fully satisfied.

Thanks for all recommendations. I couldn't have any time to buy one yet; but I hope I'm going to buy this weekend from a store near here. I'm going to buy Belkin, if I can't find it I will prefer SGP or Zagg.

xstarbuckx said:
You see im in the camp of whats the point of a screen protector, adding another layer to screen. I just use a cheap clam flip case to keep the screen safe. Only just had S2 but never had a screen protector on my sgs for over year and never got a mark on it
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I have had my S2 since last June never had a screen protector and still as good as new
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SGP
I use SGP Ultra Crystal and so far so good.

Zagg is probably the worse of all of them because of its tacky-ness. Also its scratch healing properties wear off after a month or so. The best is the 3M Estoc+ followed by SGP or RG Japan.

sgp ultra, solid choice in my opinion.. can't go wrong

I recommend SGP ultra crystal film or 3M estoc

good screen protectors for the glide

does any good screen protectors for the glide? theirs a lot of sticker ones but i looking for a one that help reduce scratches as well.

I heard LiquidArmor is pretty good. The company I work for sells it. However, I am not one who is pro screen protector. Use the gorilla glass your momma gave you
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i was thinking about a protector cos i'm living outside of the NA region and afraid that it will be hard to replace/fix the screen itself.

I use this, Xtreme_guard ones.
I'm very satisfied and they're very cheap.

DEFiANT69 said:
Use the gorilla glass your momma gave you
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Gorilla Glass isn't exactly scratch-proof... While it's a fair bit better than typical glass, I live in the desert, and sand sure does a number on it.

I already bought a few screen protectors, but failed everytime to get it on in a decent way.
This "lip" at the sides of the screen keep messing it up >:
Have you guys some tips to get it on easier?

bakageta said:
Gorilla Glass isn't exactly scratch-proof... While it's a fair bit better than typical glass, I live in the desert, and sand sure does a number on it.
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I use this : http://cgi.ebay.fr/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=221009080994
Zagg Invisible Shield is a very good protection against scratches and dirt. One was gifted with my phone at first, and I ruined it in my pocket with my keys. I really think it saved my phone this day. So I bought this again but it was hard to found. Happily, it is easy to set with the provided fluid. ^^;
Now I have the full zagg protection (screen and back) with a Speck case.

didnt understand how it can help protect the back panel,
i bought the extrme_guard one, hope it will be good. didnt received it yet.

quick re-cap on extreme guard screen protector, it does it jobs pretty well, but the screen protector itself get scratch rely easy. but as i said the scratch don't pass to the screen it self, so it 75 percent good. its pretty cheap via eBay. cost like 5 bucks with delivery and got a replacement straight after the first one scratched while appalling (maybe its my fault for not doing it right).
so take it with a grain of salt.
maybe next one i will buy will be zaggs one.

ok, the extreme guard is not good, it peels off after few days. i will go with the zagg one hope it will be better.

Just a heads up, xtremeguard has 70% off the entire site and shipping is free. Use the coupon code 70OFF
You can get a screen protector for the Glide for $1.50. Considering most screen protectors are this cheap anyway, might as well invest in a quality one.
It's a pretty good deal for those of you that are into wet applications
http://www.xtremeguard.com/Samsung-...de_screen_protector.htm?CartID=1#.UPSet2cwhPc
The full body protection is a much better deal, but sadly there isn't one for the Glide

I'm with xtremeguard ones. They last for about 6-7 months but i think they're totally worth the price and the quality is great. I've bought three: the first one has gone a few months ago due to accidental rubbing that slowly pulled up the corners and the whole protector; the second is the one i have on. It's great. The third is in my drawer just in case of need.
It would be a very good choice (especially consdering the price).

I bought three cheap screen protectors for US$3 on Amazon and overall I'm happy with them. I don't have experience with the more expensive ones, though.