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Matte screen protector... review

Well I got my matte screen protector today. I bought it from Netimes.com and so far its working quiet well at keeping the fingerprints at bay. Before when I was using the stock screen protector and then without any protectors I always had a ton of ugly looking fingerprints and face grease.
It's also quiet good at cutting down the glare, but there are a few downfalls
1) it causes the screen to look more pixated. It's especially noticable on white backgrounds
2) it causes your contrast to drop 5% or so from the normal
still worth it so far, but these problems, especially the first one is quite annoying

badhobz said:
it causes the screen to look more pixated. It's especially noticable on white backgrounds
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yeah same problem with the one I bought on brando.com, it's perfect for its resistance and quality, but the screen looks as yours. maybe I'll try the other one not matte

Anyone has tried Zagg invisible shield? i bought one but i havent installed it yet, i want to know if its worth the effort.... and the money too lol

The stock one is much better, Zagg is kinda hard on the screen makes it more difficult to swipe or slide something.
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[REVIEW] Generic ebay Anti-Finger Prints / Anti-Glare screen protector

They finally arrived!
Good luck on putting them on
I did 5 tries and it still a tiny bit off in one corner, i'll try again when i have some more patience in a free day
The cut is too perfect, there's no room for errors when putting them on.
Any tiny mm off and you end up with a bit of bubble at the sides.
The screen protector works, some of you call it the matte screen protector, yes it does give it a matte look.
Quick frankly the phone looks more sleek & elegant, more high class with this type of screen protector on it'll combine well with the D3O matte cases.
Some people says this type of screen protector ruins the screen colour or give them headaches due the rainbowy effect, here's a close up
IMO, i think it's working quite nice, it doesn't affect my vision, however it does makes the SAMOLED+ a little bit less crispy fresh, because it does removes the glare.
This screen protector might not be the perfect thing around, but it sure does what it advertises to do, it prevents glare and prevents finger prints.
My face is always oily, and the naked screen or those other Crystal Clear type screen protectors just causes too much problem for me, as i have to keep wiping the grease off the phone every 5 minutes of use.
But with this screen protector on i can carry on without any interruption and it makes the phone much more enjoyable, productive and fun.
Definitely recommended for other people like me with greasy hair and oily hands
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well i ordered a set to try them out
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/2-ANTI-GLARE...763960?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item43aa58ef38
not really expecting much
i have very oily fingers, and it's extremely annoying to have to constantly cleaning the screen

AllGamer said:
well i ordered a set to try them out
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/2-ANTI-GLARE...763960?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item43aa58ef38
not really expecting much
i have very oily fingers, and it's extremely annoying to have to constantly cleaning the screen
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tell me how this goes. ironically i started a thread like 4 hours ago on the same subject.i think a slick glossy case with a matte screen protector makes a phone look beautiful.

Those are simply matte screen protectors and though finger prints are less visible, the matte coating creates horrible pixelation of the screen. I switched back to the normal clear protectors because of it.
Though I must say the matte look gives the phone a sleek look. I can replace my clear protector with another matte one if people want to see the pixelation effect. I still have a few left over.
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I bought a matte screen protector from cellularfactory and the rainbow effect is quite bad even though i haven't taken it off yet.
i've been thinking if all matte screen are made the same. there are some quite expensive matte protector that i havent pulled the trigger with. maybe i will buy the one you reviewed and see if it has less rainbow effect.

DeathBlimp said:
I bought a matte screen protector from cellularfactory and the rainbow effect is quite bad even though i haven't taken it off yet.
i've been thinking if all matte screen are made the same. there are some quite expensive matte protector that i havent pulled the trigger with. maybe i will buy the one you reviewed and see if it has less rainbow effect.
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check out the close up picture i took
it shows some of it, in the white area and teal colour area
that's pretty close to what i see in real life

I just ordered some from Clarivue. I've used the anti-glare/fingerprint ones before, and they never gave me the rainbow effect. I'll give some feedback after some use.
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SGP Clear Ultra Crystal Screen Protector

These screen protectors are amazing. Even though I've had it on my phone for like 15 minutes, it doesn't attract any of the grease on my hands like on the RealLook screen protector and on the bare screen. The only real problem is how hard it is to take the screen protector if you have dust in it, like I do. It's extremely clear, if it wasn't for the dust that's stuck under the screen you wouldn' be able to tell that there's a screen protector on it.
What's your favorie screen protector?

Saxysaxplayer said:
These screen protectors are amazing. Even though I've had it on my phone for like 15 minutes, it doesn't attract any of the grease on my hands like on the RealLook screen protector and on the bare screen. The only real problem is how hard it is to take the screen protector if you have dust in it, like I do. It's extremely clear, if it wasn't for the dust that's stuck under the screen you wouldn' be able to tell that there's a screen protector on it.
What's your favorie screen protector?
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I have this screen protector no dust everyone always ask me do I have a screen protector on I tell them yes I do. This is my favorite screen protector. I wish they made cases for this phone as well because it their cases are top notch quality and stylish.
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I'm contemplating on Installing this ArmorSuit Screen Protector i have sitting here, I'm currently using a Privacy Screen Protector from ebay though and its great its just degrades the screen quality a lil.

Does it help with glare at all? Do you have any experience with the matte version? I had it on my Amaze by didn't like the feel on it. How does it feel when swiping it?
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busab said:
Does it help with glare at all? Do you have any experience with the matte version? I had it on my Amaze by didn't like the feel on it. How does it feel when swiping it?
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There is no glare on it never tried matte I don't like matte screen protectors. It doesn't feel like anything is on it. It is like your touching the screen without a screen protector on.

I have the Realook on and genuinely looks like nothings on there. I just hate how easy the oil gets on there. I thought SGP SP doesn't have the Oleophobic for our phone.

Kid Poker said:
I have the Realook on and genuinely looks like nothings on there. I just hate how easy the oil gets on there. I thought SGP SP doesn't have the Oleophobic for our phone.
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Oil gets on it... just not as much as the Reallook did. This screen protector looks much better than reallook to me. Reallook is SLIGHTLY thinner than this screen protector, but it still looks better to me.

I've had an SGP screen protector on my phone for a for a few months now and it's pretty awesome. I like it a lot more than those softer vinyl type screen protectors. it feels almost identical to the naked screen and will take a fair bit of abuse without scratching.

Matte/Flat Screen Protectors?

Does anyone know where to get matte/flat/anti glare screen protector for the SIII? I've been looking everywhere and I can't find any. I don't need it for "screen protecting" purposes, I'm very careful with my phones. I just had one on my Sensation, and I loved the "flat" screen effect. It also offered less friction resistance.
Thanks in advance.

gjvah said:
Does anyone know where to get matte/flat/anti glare screen protector for the SIII? I've been looking everywhere and I can't find any. I don't need it for "screen protecting" purposes, I'm very careful with my phones. I just had one on my Sensation, and I loved the "flat" screen effect. It also offered less friction resistance.
Thanks in advance.
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No offense, but WHERE were you looking?
A simpl search of galaxy s3 matte screen protector gives you heaps of results on the most common place to get screen protectors..
http://www.ebay.ca/sch/i.html?_nkw=...3+matte&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313
personally I dont like the feel of the matte protectors

i ordered this http://www.ebay.com/itm/230825484423?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
and this http://www.ebay.com/itm/261046599703?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
the second link matte SP can be seen here as ive already bought it before http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1796157
I love these screen protectors,and they work really great.
I should be getting them either tomorrow or or the next day. I will let you know how the SPs on the first link are.

Thanks guys. I want something with a better fit. I don't like those with the overly generous cuts on the top. My mistake for not mentioning.

gjvah said:
Thanks guys. I want something with a better fit. I don't like those with the overly generous cuts on the top. My mistake for not mentioning.
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You looked through all of the pages?
This is on the first page, I dont think its generous at all
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/2X-Anti-Glar...ccessories&hash=item3377a87a43#ht_1732wt_1163

All good. But if you want a matte screen protector to cover the whole screen. you're gonna have a hard time finding one.
I've order one that covers the whole screen but it lifts up on the edges.
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Wond3r said:
You looked through all of the pages?
This is on the first page, I dont think its generous at all
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/2X-Anti-Glar...ccessories&hash=item3377a87a43#ht_1732wt_1163
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I've ordered this before and it doesn't cooperate with the curve screen of the s3
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I know its about personal preference but why would anyone want to put a matte or flat on a screen as beautiful this one? That is one of the best features of this device in my mind..simply amazing. I hate having to put a screen protector on period but I don't want to scratch the screen so I use a screen protector that is as clear as the screen or at least close to. Anyways just my point of view.
You should be able to find your type of screen protector on amazon and sgp may have one that suits your needs. I know I saw a couple at Verizon Wireless store
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jgrimberg1979 said:
I know its about personal preference but why would anyone want to put a matte or flat on a screen as beautiful this one? That is one of the best features of this device in my mind..simply amazing. I hate having to put a screen protector on period but I don't want to scratch the screen so I use a screen protector that is as clear as the screen or at least close to. Anyways just my point of view.
You should be able to find your type of screen protector on amazon and sgp may have one that suits your needs. I know I saw a couple at Verizon Wireless store
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Yeah as much as i don't want to use a screen protector, i can't avoid it because my hands get sweaty at times and i hate it when my fingers stick to the screen. That's why i use anti glare sp. Swyping is annoying when my fingers are sweaty
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jgrimberg1979 said:
I know its about personal preference but why would anyone want to put a matte or flat on a screen as beautiful this one? That is one of the best features of this device in my mind..simply amazing. I hate having to put a screen protector on period but I don't want to scratch the screen so I use a screen protector that is as clear as the screen or at least close to. Anyways just my point of view.
You should be able to find your type of screen protector on amazon and sgp may have one that suits your needs. I know I saw a couple at Verizon Wireless store
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because he prefers function over form. The matte screen protectors reduce glare and finger smudges. The plain glass smudges and can be hard to see with glare in certain situations

Here you go -
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...een-protector-steinheil-ultra-nano-clear.html
(The one you want is "Nano Optics" under Select Color option)
I hate the dotted and rainbow colors on the matte protectors ... Have been using "Ultra Optics" from SGP on each phone I have ever had ... they are smooth as hell, no screen distortion at all ..
Trust me .. you wont be disappointed
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SPIGEN SGP Steinheil™ Ultra Nano Optics
SGP Steinheil™ Ultra Nano Optics: Anti-Fingerprint, Premium Grade Optical Enhanced Screen Protector Film that feature microlens Array surface layer. Microlens Array on the surface of the matte anti-fingerprint film dramatically increase the light transmittance while offering an excellent, smooth surface texture with smudge resistant property.

White front screen protector

Thinking of buying this sick awesome white screen protector. Any1 bought this before?? Only downside of this awesome screen protector is that it coved the led notification light.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=320817235424
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I have it. Mine is also in white. The anti finger print film is really nice however, I it comes at the cost of giving your screen protector a different smooth matte finish/look. So what that means is that if you are the type of fellow that keeps his nexus at minimal brightness, and don't bother with this protector. The matte finish will make your screen seem not as dark.
Also, for some reason the protector doesn't cover the whole front. It intentionally leaves a black ring of glass around the protector.. It makes it look really nice at the expense of a not fully protected screen. I like mine cus it fits well with my white housing .
Oh right finally on my version (idk if they have another white version) the white portion is has a white flowers texture aka its not completely smooth
Hope this helps
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jopherr said:
I have it. Mine is also in white. The anti finger print film is really nice however, I it comes at the cost of giving your screen protector a different smooth matte finish/look. So what that means is that if you are the type of fellow that keeps his nexus at minimal brightness, and don't bother with this protector. The matte finish will make your screen seem not as dark.
Also, for some reason the protector doesn't cover the whole front. It intentionally leaves a black ring of glass around the protector.. It makes it look really nice at the expense of a not fully protected screen. I like mine cus it fits well with my white housing .
Oh right finally on my version (idk if they have another white version) the white portion is has a white flowers texture aka its not completely smooth
Hope this helps
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can u take some pic of the front?? thanks
i have mine brightness at auto, would that be a problem??
does did u deal with the led notification?? does it bother you that you cant see the notification light??
it is possible to holepunch a hole for the led light??

jopherr said:
I have it. Mine is also in white. The anti finger print film is really nice however, I it comes at the cost of giving your screen protector a different smooth matte finish/look. So what that means is that if you are the type of fellow that keeps his nexus at minimal brightness, and don't bother with this protector. The matte finish will make your screen seem not as dark.
Also, for some reason the protector doesn't cover the whole front. It intentionally leaves a black ring of glass around the protector.. It makes it look really nice at the expense of a not fully protected screen. I like mine cus it fits well with my white housing .
Oh right finally on my version (idk if they have another white version) the white portion is has a white flowers texture aka its not completely smooth
Hope this helps
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also can i use the wet method to put on the screen protector?? i plan on getting 2 different color and would like to switch it...

jopherr said:
I have it. Mine is also in white. The anti finger print film is really nice however, I it comes at the cost of giving your screen protector a different smooth matte finish/look. So what that means is that if you are the type of fellow that keeps his nexus at minimal brightness, and don't bother with this protector. The matte finish will make your screen seem not as dark.
Also, for some reason the protector doesn't cover the whole front. It intentionally leaves a black ring of glass around the protector.. It makes it look really nice at the expense of a not fully protected screen. I like mine cus it fits well with my white housing .
Oh right finally on my version (idk if they have another white version) the white portion is has a white flowers texture aka its not completely smooth
Hope this helps
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Pictures would be of mighty help, I'd love to pick up something like this and I'm a guy who prefers it the screen to be..brighter rather than dark would that be an issue? how about outdoor readability? and does it create a crappy rainbow effect like cheaper anti glare/ fingerprint protectors?

I went ahead and bought a white 1. I will post pic when it come...I also have the white housing and original button and back cover. Might spray paint those to make my entire phone pure white....99%
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airkenada said:
I went ahead and bought a white 1. I will post pic when it come...I also have the white housing and original button and back cover. Might spray paint those to make my entire phone pure white....99%
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hey thanks some pics and answers to the above questions would be great.
Thanks

I just install it. Will post pic tmr
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airkenada said:
I just install it. Will post pic tmr
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awesome, waiting for the pictures bro.

jackie_jagger said:
awesome, waiting for the pictures bro.
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check out my other fourm
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1840601