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Hey guys. Just bought the S2 from Expansys-USA to use here with AT&T. It’s a fantastic device. However, I would like to also purchase a screen protector. Here’s where I need your guys' input and opinions.
In the past, I've used only the Zagg InvisibleShield and had them professionally installed at one of the Zagg carts/kiosks at my local malls. For the most part, they worked beautifully. Very smooth installation, although the screen itself had more of a "tacky" feel to it.
While researching the InvisibleShield for the S2, I came across this review on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WnL-Jcievc
Basically, the user gave a negative experience using the InvisibleShield and his S2. The reason was that the InvisibleShield left a permanent imprint on the phone and was too tacky for his tastes. I don’t mind the tackiness, but what worries me is possible damage to the phone in either of an imprint form (as this reviewer said) or possible water damage (as the idea of using any type of liquid always scares me). Although I have had 4 phones done with an InvisibleShield screen protector, the water did not prove to be problematic.
However, this time, I am paying pretty much $600-700 upfront with my own money without warranty for this unlocked version. This has gotten me worried whether I should still purchase the InvisibleShield and let them professionally install it. You never know when water/liquid can damage electronics! Especially with a new product like this… :-(
Anyhow, for those who either ARE currently using the InvisibleShield with the S2 and/or have used it before, but changed to another screen protector, what are your thoughts? Should I use it? I was thinking to just purchase the FRONT screen protector (not full body nor sides), and then buy a case that would be compatible with this screen protector.
Or should I purchase another screen protector? The SGP Oleophobic is what the YouTube reviewer chose, and it seems SGP products are favored with this phone. I guess the advantage is I would not have to use water. Anyhow, what do you guys think?
I used an Invisible shield before, and I must say, the SGP Glas is better in my opinion. I dont like the feel of the invisible shield, it feels like paper to me :O
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I used zagg for myes previous phone and now im using sgp incredible shield. I find the sgp to be a lot smoother. The screen protector that came with it is extremely clear and smooth.
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Alazarin said:
Anyhow, for those who either ARE currently using the InvisibleShield with the S2 and/or have used it before, but changed to another screen protector, what are your thoughts? Should I use it? I was thinking to just purchase the FRONT screen protector (not full body nor sides), and then buy a case that would be compatible with this screen protector.
Or should I purchase another screen protector? The SGP Oleophobic is what the YouTube reviewer chose, and it seems SGP products are favored with this phone. I guess the advantage is I would not have to use water. Anyhow, what do you guys think?
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+1 for the SGP screen protectors.
Initially I purchased a Skinomi full body protection (similar to zagg) but ended up ripping it off due to my unsatisfactory installation and feel when using my phone.
I am currently using the SGP Ultra Optics and a case from PDair and I could not be happier.
I just put sgp oleophobic pretty good protector i not like zagg products
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x.Orville.x said:
I just put sgp oleophobic pretty good protector i not like zagg products
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+1 undoubtely the best absolutely no question about it
Thanks for responding, guys.
Anyhow, in regards to all your recommendations for the screen protector OTHER than InvisibleShield, aka SGP ones....
I am always worried with wet/water-based screen protectors. I've had nothing but good experience with InvisibleShield before. But now I am just worried that water damage could be a risk/possibility when trying to install any screen protector.
Of course, if I were to install the InvisibleShield, I would not install it myself. I'd most likely pay $5 for one of Zagg guys to do it.
Still, the idea of damaging my newly, $650 phone with water doesn't seem too appealing to me. Do the SGP screen protectors also need water (are they wet/solution based)? If so, any issues? I'm slightly paranoid when it comes to water + electronics. The thought of water dripping into the speaker/camera/battery or any other small slots/holes tends to scare me.
Or any other issues with SGP? Can they be removed easily? Any issues with screwing up the phone? And so forth...
The SGP Screen protectors do not use any kind of liquid, they are DRY stick-ons like regular screen protectors, only better. SGP Glas is also a dry item and is going to be my next choice.
My friend actually water damaged his Sensation yesterday trying to apply an Invisible Shield.
In terms of removal, Just use a piece of scotch tape. This works for almost any dry screen protector. You just apply the tape to a corner, and pull up, it will nicely remove the protector without damaging it. This is a great way to remove dirt too.
Regular SGP screen protectors are about $14 for a 2-pack. That is way cheaper than Invisible Shield.
Using an Ultra Optics right now.
On ebay I saw a store selling an SGP NEO Hybrid case for $24 and it includes a 2 pack of SGP crystal screen protectors. Good deal.
Alazarin said:
While researching the InvisibleShield for the S2, I came across this review on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WnL-Jcievc
Basically, the user gave a negative experience using the InvisibleShield and his S2. The reason was that the InvisibleShield left a permanent imprint on the phone and was too tacky for his tastes.
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That's my video.
I feel I should clarify something though. When I mentioned an 'imprint', I wasn't referring to anything the protector leaves behind on the phone, but an actual imprint on the protector itself from the packaging. If you look carefully (I know it's hard as the light changes) there is an outline of a shield on the screen.
The cardboard box Zagg provide the protectors in has a cut-out in the front. The protector is placed behind this cutout. During packaging/delivery a weight of somesort has been applied on the parcel and it has resulted in an imprint of this shield being formed on the protector.
Zagg told me to leave it a few days for it to disappear - but it didn't.
They sent me a replacement, but it was exactly the same. I didn't get as far as installing the second protector, but wrote the whole Zagg IS off (imprint, orange peel, tacky feel) and got the SGP Oleophobic.
I hope that clears a few things up.
Finally picked up the gn and really dislike the rubber orange peel ones. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
I am a fan of Ghost Armor. No orange peel effect (Hate that about the Invisible Shield).
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Matte as in anti glare? I always go with a clarivue anti glare protector. Use coupon code ICS2011 for 10% off I have one on my transformer, i had one on my iphone, i had one on my ipad, i had one on my droid x2, they work amazingly
Made the mistake of picking up a cheap matte screen protector off eBay. Although it went on smoothly, it kills the screen quality making it all grainy. Not sure if this happens with all matte protectors but had to order the SGP one as a replacement.
Thanks for the responses. I've always used matte anti glare so I'm just use to them since Droid x all the rest seem to show scratches faster and the rubber like ones begin to show marks and such from my experiences.
Thanks I'll be trying those recommened
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kameleongt said:
Thanks for the responses. I've always used matte anti glare so I'm just use to them since Droid x all the rest seem to show scratches faster and the rubber like ones begin to show marks and such from my experiences.
Thanks I'll be trying those recommened
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I am not recommending a matte screen protector, I bought 2 different brands accidentally and you can see this rainbow like pixels on the screen of my GN. It is really annoying specially when your browsing webpages and watching videos.
I had matte on my BB Torch and Bold 9900/9810 and I just got accustomed to seeing past it, if you will.
maybemobile said:
Made the mistake of picking up a cheap matte screen protector off eBay. Although it went on smoothly, it kills the screen quality making it all grainy. Not sure if this happens with all matte protectors but had to order the SGP one as a replacement.
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I have the sgp on my razr and it's really grainy. I'd yours not grainy at all? I love the matte look but this graininess is killing me.
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all matte screen protectors have that grainy look as far as i know. that's what makes them matte. if you're looking for something to repel fingerprints, then you might want to take a look at the sgp ultra oleophobic but know that it wont help with glare/reflections. i got a cheap matte screen protector from ebay to use until i find something better.
Are there any good screen portectors out there that dont compromise my screen quality? I saw someone with a matte textured screen protector on his iphone which looked neat, but are there any that would effect screen quality for the E4GT? Finger print resistance would be a great plus too.
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I found the basic sprint OEM clear screen protector are pretty cool and does the job.
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I use stealth shiekdz, only bad think I notice is finger prints. I have too clean screen every now and then. But if put on right you can't even notice it.
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I've tried:
SGP Ultra Fine
SGP Ultra Oleophobic
Sprint clear/matte
Reallook Crystal
The SGP Ultra Oleophobic is anything but, it got terribly messy quick. The SGP Ultra Fine takes away too much of the screen quality due to its matte finish. By far my favorite is the Reallook Crystal. These fit the best, are inexpensive, (2 in a package) and don't seem to fingerprint as bad as other crystal protectors I have used. They also do not reduce screen quality at all, it's the best protector I have used on the E4GT.
I tried several different dry and wet application types and ended up with sgp steinheil ultra crystal. You dont even know its there except that it gathers fingerprints a bit faster than no protector.
I've been using Ghost Armor since my Evo and I love it. It's $35 for the whole phone and only a $5 replacement charge for whenever you want it redone. It also carries over from phone to phone.
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I tried several different dry and wet application types and ended up with sgp steinheil ultra crystal. You dont even know its there except that it gathers fingerprints a bit faster than no protector.
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+1 on the Steinheil. Hands down the best screen protector I've ever used. Easy to apply and you can't even tell it's there.
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Fosmon .... super cheap extremely durable. 7 months and no scratches
Also good kits for application only 6 bucks for 3
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kd0axs said:
+1 on the Steinheil. Hands down the best screen protector I've ever used. Easy to apply and you can't even tell it's there.
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+1also, no messy liquid applicator and easy to install. You really can't tell its there. Even ripped off the protector from my otterbox case so I could use the steinhall instead.
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I have used zagg dry and wet and have put the sprint oem protectors on customer phones. The zagg dry is awesome. I have had problems with the wet in the past but bought it anyway when I got my et, and it came off right away. Got the dry model and it is substantially better.
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I tried several different dry and wet application types and ended up with sgp steinheil ultra crystal. You dont even know its there except that it gathers fingerprints a bit faster than no protector.
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+1 on this one also.
I've tried a whole mess of screen protectors for all my phones and I always end up back with SGP Ultra Crystal. I hate matte finishes because they make screens look like garbage so I usually lean towards the clearer versions
I have had several people comment that they couldn't even tell that i had a screen protector on (which is the look I am going for). Downside is, because it feels so close the the original glass, it also attracts fingerprints just like the glass would but this is not a deal-breaker for me. If you ever buy a "cheaper", no-name version, some of them actually look almost as good initially but I have noticed they tend to scratch WAY easier than SGPs.
Hope this helps
+1 on Steinheil here as well, easily the best screen protector you can buy. I have the Ultra Crystal and my only complaint is that it attracts fingerprints a little quicker than I'd like it to.. but this is true for all crystal protectors. Keep a microfiber cloth at home
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I can't believe nobody mentioned Ghost Armor besides myself. I can't see any downside to it. If any of you have a rep in your local mall, you should really give them a shot.
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so the sgp crystal is worth $14?
or is there somewhere I can find it for less
Its definitely worth it. I wasn't able to find it cheaper any where. At least it comes with two..
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Yep another vote for sgp ultra crystal. Best quality screen protector I've ever had and as an added bonus, the easiest and fastest install i've ever had. literally took a few sec to align and bam it's on. no dust underneath or anything.
Got the SGP ultra crystal and it's really easy, fingerprints collect but easy to apply.
I've used www.clearprotector.com in the past and my phone survived many falls without a broken screen or scratches.
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I used the xtreme guard off ebay and its been working pretty well for the last 2months with no complaints
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I used the xtreme guard off ebay and its been working pretty well for the last 2months with no complaints
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ditto.
I just buy cheapest ebay protector from ebay ( i think it was... $2 for two)
use it for couple of months and put on a new one.
You guys know that it's just a piece of plastic right?
I heard the Xo skins are decent but these sgp ultra crystal look interesting too. I have a zags screen protector now and I'm not a fan of it. Fingerprints, 'orange peel' look and although mine was used there are colored specs visible in some light, idk kinda weird.
hey guys. so I had a problem with the Zagg Shield HD...once I got the extended battery and the case for it..it kept lifting up. My wife has her on her phone and it's now got a bunch of marks on it.
So I tried the Spigen glas. protector. looks beautiful but always had sensitivity issues. They sent me a free replacement. still, i'm not enjoying the phone as much and I feel it's down to how I have to press extra hard on the back button and type extra slow...
so, what is the best "old-school" screen protector i can get that won't affect sensitivity but still protects the screen from scratches? I need one that won't go to the edges but also won't just be the screen part...if that makes sense. something like the coverage of the Spigen glas without the sensitivity issues i'm having with the glas.
thanks!
Try the Anzer/Amzer. What ever it is called. I plan on replacing my Spigen Glass screen protector with one of those. I hated my zagg invisible shield HD.
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searched Amazon and three versions came up. they all look like they go to the edge of the screen, which is not good with cases on the extended battery. that's why I had to get rid of the Zagg...
any others?
I am just using the one that came with my Diztronic case and I ordered a pack of 3 screen protectors from Amazon for $3.85 (for my wife's GS3). They are all clear, don't mess with the sensitivity, and look great. If I hand my phone to 10 people, 9 of them wouldn't even know that have I have a screen protector on there and the 1 that does know would know because they are looking for it.
I don't know why everyone insists on getting these tempered glass screen protectors or the Zagg-like (rubber feeling) screen protectors that you can't poke a pen or a drill bit through in a YouTube video. All I need is something that will keep my keys from scratching up the screen in my pocket and if it does scratch the screen protector I want to be able to replace it quickly and cheaply. For basically a buck each... You can't go wrong.
I still have the original 'cheap' screen protector on my old Vibrant that my kid is using and it still looks great so I have never needed to change them out. I still have 2 out of the 3 that I bought back when I got that phone so I am ready to go if/when it needs replacing.
Spigen nano clear is good. It came with my case. The edges only go to the edge of the screen so it's good if u have a bulky case. It's also really easy to clean and feels smooth like glass
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anyone try the Spigen 4H protector?
the nano and clear are 2H, the glas is 8H, this one is 4H and seems to be more like a film but stronger than the other models.
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...axy-s3-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
I'm looking for a good and cheap screen protector too. I prefer the dry application hard plastic ones (4H), I don't like the tempered glass neither the wet application skins.
I have the SGP Ultra Nano Clear and it's good sp but scratched easily. I had the Ultra Crystal, it was better but the fit wasn't right (too big, caused the edges to peel). I think they fixed its size already, not sure.
My ideal sp would be the curved and clear with 4H hardness and fingers print resist at a price of less than $15 (for 2 ps). I found one from korea - SkinPlayer 3D, but it's more expensive than $15 and can't be found outside korea. there's a topic about it -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1856079
I think i'll go with the Ultra Crystal again. unless somebody will recommend a cheaper sp with the same or better quality.
sounds like you're describing the one I posted above in terms of look, hardness, price, etc. but now it's just a question of whether it'll peel on the sides or not...
any other suggestions?
I'm really ITCHING to get rid of this Spigen glas thing...I was ready to order the Nano Optics but the reviews are so mixed for those online I don't want to waste my time and money anymore.
why do local stores only carry Zagg?! ahhhh
Go with the just like glass protector by dba. I just put it on and it feels exactly like the glass.
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Do you have a picture of how it looks on as far as coverage goes?
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Do you have a picture of how it looks on as far as coverage goes?
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I don't but check out the just like glass thread there might be some pics there. The one I have is a test cut one tho
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I did and that's why I asked. I saw talk of different cuts and test versions. I wasn't sure how to order or to make sure I was getting the "better" version...
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Currently I'm using ultra nano, pretty good, the only complain could be visibility under the sun.
Any experiences with realook 3d?
Spg curved crystal best screen protector yet!!!!
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Spg curved crystal best screen protector yet!!!!
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i appreciate your enthusiasm, but there's a few things that concern me. Spigen makes the glas, and both of them have had horrible sensitivity. second, the curvel crystal makes it sound like it goes to the edges of the phone...and that was my problem with the Zagg Shield HD...the cases were lifting the edges badly.
is either of these things happening to you? do you have a picture of how it looks on the phone?
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i appreciate your enthusiasm, but there's a few things that concern me. Spigen makes the glas, and both of them have had horrible sensitivity. second, the curvel crystal makes it sound like it goes to the edges of the phone...and that was my problem with the Zagg Shield HD...the cases were lifting the edges badly.
is either of these things happening to you? do you have a picture of how it looks on the phone?
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And I appreciate your skepticism but yes it does go around the curved edges and I have a tpu case on mine and its been on a few days and I don't have any issues with it.
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I have the spigen curved one also, no issues at all with sensitivity, not sure where you heard that? It feels really good, like no layer at all. I can't tell you whether it will lift up or not with a case, my case is 2 pieces so it never pushes against the edges..
There are so many choices for screen protectors on Amazon. I am looking to get one that is anti-glare, easy to apply, that doesn't bubble. I am ordering the Spigen Slim Armor case at the same time. If there is not a good matte finish protector, and they all reduce the display quality, please recommend me a good clear one. So what have you had luck with? Thanks in advance.
-Jeremy
I had a anti-glare screen protector from Clarivue on my N4 and I can tell you it's not worth it. After a month or so, the coating on the surface of the screen protector wears off in higher use areas (like where the on-screen keyboard is). It feels alright up to that point, but I think it's fairly impossible for an anti-glare screen protector to NOT reduce display quality.
For an alternative clear screen ptorector, I've heard the Steinheil screen protectors from Spigen are fairly good in terms of clarity and feel. Just be aware of film sp's that have the dreaded orange peel effect. And obviously most will be fingerprint magnets.
Other alternatives are tempered glass screen protectors, and you can find some for the same price as higher quality film sp's (although most are going to be a bit more expensive than your standard screen protector). As mentioned by many people in other threads about glass sp's, they do have a tendency to bubble, chip and/or crack, but since you're ordering a case with yours I think you should be in good shape. Glass sp's will usually have an oleophobic coating on them that will be more resistant to fingerprints while still maintaining clarity and feel. Check out my thread and the first post has a list of the common tempered glass screen protectors.
They all reduce the screen quality, that's just the nature of them.
I have the citigeeks matte and am pretty happy. The feel is much better than the other ones that I have tried for my other devices, less "grippy" and smoother.
I have it in the slim armor with no problems from the case.
I've got Tech Armor matte finish protectors on my N7 2012 and my N5. The loss in display quality is negligible to me; just doesn't affect me that much. They only bubble if you manage to get some dust stuck under them in the application process, and the feel is very, very smooth. I liken it to touching the screen of a Kindle e-reader's e-ink display.
6 dollars for a pack of three on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Tech-Armor-Sm...1394075161&sr=8-3&keywords=tech+armor+nexus+5
I actually bought the ones from Anker on Amazon and they are amazing. I love the feel of Matte protectors but hate the rainbow effect and those have the least rainbow effect. They are amazingly clear.
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I actually bought the ones from Anker on Amazon and they are amazing. I love the feel of Matte protectors but hate the rainbow effect and those have the least rainbow effect. They are amazingly clear.
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+1,000,000. i've tried a few different ones, Anker is the best texture and screen quality of them all.
I have come up with a pretty good way of applying a screen protector. Place it on the phone and tape it on one side as if you were making a book. Line it up perfect before setting the tape. Flip it open, make sure the screen is clean, couple wipes and blows. Then peel of the backing and flip on the protector. Do it fast and get the bubbles out. If you for some reason have lint, peel it back and use tape to get it out.
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I have come up with a pretty good way of applying a screen protector. Place it on the phone and tape it on one side as if you were making a book. Line it up perfect before setting the tape. Flip it open, make sure the screen is clean, couple wipes and blows. Then peel of the backing and flip on the protector. Do it fast and get the bubbles out. If you for some reason have lint, peel it back and use tape to get it out.
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You came up with this?
This is a old method called the "hinged method"
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You came up with this?
This is a old method called the "hinged method"
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Maybe I didn't invent it. Haha. Such an obvious thing too.
+1 on the Anker. WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY better than the 2 Steinheils, 1 Zagg, 1 Skinomi, and the protector that I got from Spigen for a messed up Slim Armor TPU.
Nilki for the win.
Ended up going with the Nilkin, and so far am loving it. Great product, but horrible installation instructions translation for the English instructions. I just watch a few Youtube videos on the installation process before tackling it. Came out pretty good. Had a few of the spiderwebs at the top edge and bottom edge of the screen. Have some microfibers & medium binder clips on it now while I'm working trying to get those squared away. This protector pairs nicely with the Spigen SlimArmor case I got.
-Jeremy
I am very happy with my BestSkinsEver matte skin on my N5. It works very nicely with my Spigen SlimArmor case. Installation was pretty easy. I ended up with one bubble at the very edge, near the bottom, but that was my fault. It's not bad enough to bother reinstalling.