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So I am terrified of scratching my screen so i went into the VZW store today and got their anti glare screen protector. I've never put one on, or used one, so they did it for me. They didn't do that bad of a job, there's some loose spots around the edges, but I was more disappointed by how the screen looks now. You can definitely see the protector, even more so during white or light colored backgrounds/apps.
This is fine for now, as at least im protected, but can anyone recommend one that doesn't do this? I'm not familiar with them as this is my first time.... but i want my screen to be beautiful again!
I don't think you need a screen protector. The screen isn't Gorilla Glass, but I'm sure it's right near it in quality.
There's a bunch of people who already scratched their screens...
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Verizon sells two types of screen protectors
1. Antiglare protector
2. Clear protector
I suspect that you got the antiglare protector from your store. The upside to this one is that it cuts glare, has a smoother slide but can affect visibility of on screen apps like you notice.
Go back and buy the clear protector as I have no issues with it. if you think you may have problems putting it on yourself, then you can always pay 2x the price for a single Zagg protector in your local mall.
Good luck
i also got the anti glare one from verizon but the grainy/static look is starting to bug me im thinking of just using the phone naked
PaulG1488 said:
i also got the anti glare one from verizon but the grainy/static look is starting to bug me im thinking of just using the phone naked
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The grainy-ness really cheapens the screen. I would suggest going and buying a better screen protector. That's what I'm doing. Not going naked for a few months.
I as well got the anti-glare screen protector at the Verizon store and I hate it, I can't admire the screen because it looks like crap with the screen protector on. I went to the Clear Coat screen protector stand at my local mall and they said they should have protectors for the Galaxy Nexus in about a week and I plan to just do that instead of living with this anti-glare crap.
I'm going to order a replacement one on Amazon tomorrow, any suggestions? I don't want one that has to be wet to apply. I don't want to even know its there...
Are you sure this isn't gorilla glass? I had the Nexus S4G and the Epic 4G and the Epic Touch 4G. Non of these phone ever got scratched. There was a thread describing what it would take to scratch the gorilla glass but I can't find it.
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ptfdmedic said:
Are you sure this isn't gorilla glass? I had the Nexus S4G and the Epic 4G and the Epic Touch 4G. Non of these phone ever got scratched. There was a thread describing what it would take to scratch the gorilla glass but I can't find it.
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It's not Gorilla Glass but it is a reinforced glass. It would be extremely tough to scratch this screen.
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It's not Gorilla Glass but it is a reinforced glass. It would be extremely tough to scratch this screen.
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do a quick search theres several people who have already scratched it just from putting it in their pockets
This glass is SOFT, and scratches very easily. I baby all of my phones, and I managed to get 3 minor scratches in a mere 3 weeks. My OG Droid and Nexus S went a year each with no problems. I hate screen protectors, but I ended up getting one because again...this glass is SOFT. I have the regular Verizon one, and I'm quite happy with it.
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nyijedi said:
This glass is SOFT, and scratches very easily. I baby all of my phones, and I managed to get 3 minor scratches in a mere 3 weeks. My OG Droid and Nexus S went a year each with no problems. I hate screen protectors, but I ended up getting one because again...this glass is SOFT. I have the regular Verizon one, and I'm quite happy with it.
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Antiglare or normal?
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DroidHam said:
Antiglare or normal?
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It has to be normal because the anti glare is garbage i really wanna rip mine off as i type his lol
PaulG1488 said:
It has to be normal because the anti glare is garbage i really wanna rip mine off as i type his lol
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Yes, it's the normal, not the anti glare. I'm surprised at how clear they are. I bought it as a temporary solution, but I'm pretty sure I'm just going to keep it. It looks and feels great.
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Nice, think I'll be able to return my antiglares for the normal? I dont want to pay again.
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DroidHam said:
Nice, think I'll be able to return my antiglares for the normal? I dont want to pay again.
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If it's a corporate store, I think you have a shot. Just tell them that you didn't want the antiglare in the first place and it ruins the phone. If it's one of those authorized dealers, I doubt they exchange it.
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nyijedi said:
If it's a corporate store, I think you have a shot. Just tell them that you didn't want the antiglare in the first place and it ruins the phone. If it's one of those authorized dealers, I doubt they exchange it.
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Its corporate, I'm going to try tomorrow.
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DroidHam said:
Its corporate, I'm going to try tomorrow.
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Please do and update what happens im pretty sure im goin to give it a shot myself ad well
Hi I recently got my verizon galaxy nexus, and really don't like cases but I would like your personal opinions on screen protectors( witch brands or models you like or dislike) lastly what do you prefer wet or dry install?
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really? another one of this threads.
This is getting ridiculous. You really should search a little. There is like 50 of them in the accessories and in general. But the cheap eBay ones are fine and feel better then zagg or xo and don't have the Orange peel effect. Do not get the Verizon ones unless you can't wait. The screen will scratch easier then gorilla glass phones. I know from experience.
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actually the verizon screen protectors are not that bad....I have one on my nexus and there is not a single scratch on it...it is non tacky and feels smooth ......and I have had it on from Dec 2011 until today...check out the pics.....
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afma_afma said:
actually the verizon screen protectors are not that bad....I have one on my nexus and there is not a single scratch on it...it is non tacky and feels smooth ......and I have had it on from Dec 2011 until today...check out the pics.....
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I have it on as well. The clear ones and it is good but also has a orange peel look to it.
XO is a very good and popular screen protector.
Try the realook screen protectors. I just received them yesterday and they're great.
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I'm pretty excited about the Fantom tempered glass one myself, though it's not out yet so we don't really know how the experience will be.
XO Skin.
And nativi is right; please search before posting next time.
Sorry for not doing the best job on searching, please except my apology but other than that thanks for your answers!
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Skinomi all the way
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I have tried xoskins and enjoyed them; but I seem to find myself going back all the time to bestskinsever.com
none to be honest. but if i had to pick one it would be xoskins
Realook would be my first choice if I wanted to splurge for the perfect fit/cutout. Haven't actually tried it for the Galaxy Nexus but it was THE BEST screen protector I'd used for my Galaxy S II.
Aduro MEMBRANE would be a very close second for cheapest and best bang for your buck. Plus you get 3x!
I tried xoskins and it's too rubbery/bubbly/not as clear! I don't know how you guys like it. Try the Audro for cheap and it feels SOOOOO much better.
$5.95, free shipping and you get 3x. That's less than $2 each!
You must not have waited for it to dry. I have been using XO Skins for a long time. I value quality over quantity ever time.
dont use screen protectors, ruins image quality.
imaleecher said:
I tried xoskins and it's too rubbery/bubbly/not as clear! I don't know how you guys like it. Try the Audro for cheap and it feels SOOOOO much better.
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I'm 100% sure you didn't wait long enough for it to dry.
It should appear as if there's no protector at all. The texture is slightly less smooth than naked screen but it's nowhere near rubbery.
imaleecher said:
Realook would be my first choice if I wanted to splurge for the perfect fit/cutout. Haven't actually tried it for the Galaxy Nexus but it was THE BEST screen protector I'd used for my Galaxy S II.
Aduro MEMBRANE would be a very close second for cheapest and best bang for your buck. Plus you get 3x!
I tried xoskins and it's too rubbery/bubbly/not as clear! I don't know how you guys like it. Try the Audro for cheap and it feels SOOOOO much better.
$5.95, free shipping and you get 3x. That's less than $2 each!
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The Aduro's are pretty decent but I find the adhesive to be extremely inconsistent.
depends on how u carry your phone..
in pouch... no screen protector or case
in hand... case with anti slip
in pocket.. screen protector and or case
The best by...............FAR http://www.ghost-armor.com/
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jonnyg1097 said:
I have tried xoskins and enjoyed them; but I seem to find myself going back all the time to bestskinsever.com
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This. I get all my skins from BSE
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Hi,
What screen protector would you guys recommend me to use for gs3. I m using clear coat atm. The screen looks really bad
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heartnet89 said:
Hi,
What screen protector would you guys recommend me to use for gs3. I m using clear coat atm. The screen looks really bad
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SGP. You can find many reviews on the different versions in here.
heartnet89 said:
Hi,
What screen protector would you guys recommend me to use for gs3. I m using clear coat atm. The screen looks really bad
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I use the Ringbo Ultimate Clear Plus. It's a PET film which is like thick plastic. I love it because it doesn't feel sticky to the touch like other screen protectors. Check it out on Amazon. Comes with 2 per pack.
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SGP. You can find many reviews on the different versions in here.
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Which one do you use ?
The dry protector that came with my Diztronic case was decent. However, after experiencing the XO Skins wet apply screen protector on my Galaxy Nexus I decided to get it for the Galaxy SIII as well. Defintely the best quality screen protectors I've used in terms of clarity, feel, fit, and ease of install.
http://xoskins.com/cell-phone-skin-.../samsung-galaxy-s-3-screen-protector-case-fit
I highly recommend it.
However, the one downside is that both times I have ordered these protectors in the "case fit" version, they have sent me the full screen version instead. This isn't a huge deal for me since I have a case that works with the full screen protector. But if you need a case fit one which works with many TPU cases, make sure you check that it is the case fit when you receive it.
But even with that hick-up I am still extremely pleased with the protector.
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Which one do you use ?
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Have been using ultra crystal
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I installed the Zagg HD screen protector on my new Note 2 yesterday, and I will tell you it should not have been cleared for use with the Note 2. It is so soft that it feels like it's ribbed from using swype with the S-Pen... and I don't press hard at all. What's worse, it's effecting the accuracy of the S-Pen itself, as I find I need to press harder. I would not recommend this screen protector for use with our amazing device. Really looking like I might have to go naked unless I can find a very S-Pen friendly protector!
PS
Best Buy Mobile offered to exchange the protector for me and install it tomorrow, an offer which I am going to accept and deal with until I find the best alternative.
I have the extreme guard $4 body and screen. Everything works flawless.
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I just bought a 2 dollar splastic screen guard for the time being until SGP releases their glass protector for the phone... the plastic screen goes well with the s pen... I have the flip cover so no scratches on my end
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phreshjoker said:
I just bought a 2 dollar splastic screen guard for the time being until SGP releases their glass protector for the phone... the plastic screen goes well with the s pen... I have the flip cover so no scratches on my end
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I made the mistake of believing the saleslady at Best Buy Mobile that the new Zagg HD was just fine with the S-Pen... first mistake. I have a Rearth screen protector waiting for me at home once I return from this business trip... but ya, I am looking forward to the upcoming Glas protector as well. Any word on it's release date?
I was on the same boat I bought the rubber screen.. shouldve posted a warning but got lazy :/
And I asked sgp and all they said so far was that it was a wip... and blah blahs
The glass protector is the best doe cause it feels as it were naked <3
But ill make a thread when I hear about the protector
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Using an SGP Oleophobic and it works really well with the SPen.
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I'm using the zagg smudge proof protector from best buy and it is not rubbery, doesn't dent or scratch and is true full screen. So far I'm extremely happy with it. Your fingers slide across the screen better with it than naked also there's no orange peel effect either.
If anyone is interested IMHO this is the best zagg to put on.
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I still really like the plastic screen protector for now.. it jist feels better than zagg... idk I only put zagg on my iphone... and iphone is shet
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ya Ihad the same problem with skinomi skin Left indents I feel like it shouldn't have been allowed for the note 2
awrnsmn said:
I'm using the zagg smudge proof protector from best buy and it is not rubbery, doesn't dent or scratch and is true full screen. So far I'm extremely happy with it. Your fingers slide across the screen better with it than naked also there's no orange peel effect either.
If anyone is interested IMHO this is the best zagg to put on.
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I don't see a smudge proof version on the zagg website, do you have a link? Just checked out Best Buy tonight, they didn't have any either.
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I don't see a smudge proof version on the zagg website, do you have a link? Just checked out Best Buy tonight, they didn't have any either.
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Yes, I'll find it and post back. It's the best screen protector I've used, and I normally don't like zagg for the orange peel and rubbery feeling.
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I'm trying to do some research for a screen protection, back in a days I bought my INCIPIO case that came w/ screen protector and it was sort of settled I figured no need to get another one since this one came w/ it, well after a while (ab)using it I think it's time))
so I'm thinking to get ZAGG, but I want to get some of other people's opinion on that or maybe better option out there..
please advise
I just got my XO Skins screen protector, absolutely the best, it is crystal clear, you don't even realize a screen protector is there.
It also does not affect the feel of the screen, glides across easily.
I have a ZAGG. Meh. If they didn't replace it at the mall kiosk for $5 everytime I wanted I'd be less happy with it. You can definitely tell it's there.
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Get a GhostArmour screen protector, a thousand times better then the Zagg.
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I used Zagg on my HTC Incredible and it protected it just fine, but it wasn't as clear and smooth as some of the other brands mentioned here. If you choose to go with Zagg though, make sure you buy it online and avoid paying $20+ at some chain retailers.
The lifetime warranty is what keeps me coming back though.
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Get a GhostArmour screen protector, a thousand times better then the Zagg.
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+ 1000 for this! I have ghost armour on my galaxy nexus and nexus 10. Can't beat the lifetime warranty and replacement! Once it's on and cured, it's like nothing is there.
Zagg is lifetime warranty too
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nodiaque said:
Zagg is lifetime warranty too
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Zagg has a disgusting orange peel effect and its a ***** to clean, since it is so rubbery you need water to effectively clean it. That's been my experience and the reason I switched to ghost armor.
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I'm still not clear on which screen protector to get... amazon has xo skin and few others but i couldn't find GhostArmour there. I prefer to get a hard screen protector ( i think it's better so I can reapply it if needed ), clear is a must (no tint) and w/ warranty.
I got the zagg for my nexus and I'm not too pleased with it. You can see it and my finger doesn't glide across smoothly. currently looking for another one that's more clear
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Sorry to hear that, I want to try something else other than zagg, a lot of people complains(
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I have the XO Skins and have to say its really good. I have had it replaced a few times because the oils build up and they are pretty good about replacements. It used to be better as they wouldn't require you to purchase it and then they will refund it but such is life. I would defiantly recommend it.