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Anyone? Does the screen scratch easily? The screen is my main worry.
TPU case and no screen protector for me. Check out this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1384218
Ok now that would bother the crap out of me. Maybe I should get a screen protector.
I posted this in the other thread regarding a screen protector:
I've never found a screen protector that doesn't take away from both the look and feel of the screen. This is why I don't use screen protectors. In my opinion, I'll take a few minor scratches and marks that occur from normal use over screwing up the look and feel of the screen by putting on a screen protector. If you're not happy w/ the way the screen looks and/or feels w/ the protector, then what's the point? It kind of defeats the purpose. This is the conclusion I've come to after being disappointed using screen protectors on some of my previous phones.
Also, notice that I said minor scratches, i.e., the kind you have to really look for under a bright light to see. If you're the type of person that isn't particularly careful with your phone (i.e., my wife), by all means, get a screen protector.
Just my two cents.
I've had my Galaxy Nexus for two weeks now, no case, no screen protector, no scratches.
I wouldn't mind minor scratches either, but that one looks deep. How did he do it? He doesn't say in the first post.
naked and loving it!
Have had mine since Thanksgiving and no case or screen protector. I just watch what else is in my pockets with it.
I've been using it without anything for the past 2 weeks and loving it. Touchwood
I was gonna streak at work today but i had no where to put my phone. Touch wood.
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I'm totally streaking. But I definitely keep the GN away from things like keys and spare change. I liked the neoprene sleeve that came with the Nexus One. Will probably get one for the GN soon.
Ive been lucky
In the 6 years I have owned smart phones, I have never used a screen protector. But I do use cases.
Body skin and screen protector here....
Never used a case or screen protector. Never had a scratched screen. Just keep your phone pocket empty and clean.
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Streaking over 2 weeks....just enjoy your phone!
I generally don't like cases as they take away from the design of the phone. I also haven't had luck with screen protectors that are worth a damn. I avoid putting it in the same pocket with my keys though or anything metal for that matter.
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It's like putting plastic on the couch! Just enjoy the damn thing and keep it away from keys and change! I just got mine so will baby it for a week or two and then it will be back to business as usual!
No case and no protector. Not willing to sacrifice beauty of display or feel. I'd rather buy a new screen if I ever get to scratch this one than deal with any protector for the next year or two.
My experience has been that it is easy too scratch. Treating it exactly like my old moto cliq I've acquired 3 very minor scratches in 2 weeks. Admittedly minor... hut I'm not waiting for it become a problem, my screen protector is in the mail.
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this is definitely too beautiful of a device to cover up. A case is out of the question. though I noticed a hairline scratch on the top left corner of mine out of nowhere, leading me to the conclusion that, at the very least, the coating is a weak point. I decided to go with a steinheil ultra screen protector and although it doesn't cover the whole thing, it looks and feels great. certainly eases my worries a lot more. basically, it's the minimal amount of aesthetic interference (if you can call it that) for pretty decent screen protection.
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Okay so I picked up the galaxy nexus a couple of weeks ago and just wanted to know if I should get a screen protector or not and want to know who has one and who doesn't and please say if you do or don't in the comments thanks
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I have a screen protector on mine. I guess their pretty good at preventing scratches to your screen. I've always gotten one for my devices, just felt like better safe then sorry. One thing tho, I like the ones made for the phone as opposed to buying the ones you have to cut manually. I feel like their easier and somehow I get less bubbles.
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Screen protector every time. Always get the ones made for your phone, even if its the 99 cent ones on eBay, much easier to use.
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It's not made out of gorilla glass, so by Marshall's Law, you should get a screen protector.
Have had my phone for about a month and a half. Been running without a case when not at work for the past 2 weeks. I'm using one of the neoprene pouches instead because I hate pocket lint. It accumulated like crazy on my Defender and Kraken when in my pocket. I have nothing wrong with my screen thus far, and bought 3 Vikuiti screen protectors for about $25. They're still sitting in my room. I should probably try one out soon to see if it decreases the screen quality at all, but if it does, I'll be taking it off for sure. It's really up to how careful you are and the environment you're in.
Screen protectors ruin the vivid color experience to me. Been months and not a single scratch. As long as your careful it shouldn't be an issue.
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I use this XO really good and doesn't give you the weird look the zagg does
http://xoskins.com/cell-phone-skin-...tectors/samsung-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector
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I'm usually generally "anti screen protector" but I recently dropped my GNex face down into gravel (frowny face), which generated several scratches. Just put on one of my screen protectors I got for free with my cases (some cheap Chinese eBay ones) and it virtually hid 99% of the scratches, and didn't effect the usability/feel or clarity of it.
I think it's all about getting a good screen protector and applying it properly. This was a dry one but had special films on both sides removed right at time of application. I think I don't mind this one because its literally "edge to edge". There's no annoying lines at the top/bottom where the screen protector ends.
So far no screen protector yet. At least until the oleophobic coating wears off...
Clear screen protector here. Better to be safe than sorry
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I have capdase screen protector and case (not good)...
in phone service they took away the screen protector when they fixed my nexus and now I have to buy new one because old looks bad...
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It's not made out of gorilla glass, so by Marshall's Law, you should get a screen protector.
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It's Murphy's Law.
I bought my GN about 2 months ago and since then i've been using a screen protector. But i'm really think in take it away, because it not only reduces the touch response as eliminates the oleophobic feature of the screen.
I had a Milestone for almost 2 years without a screen protector and it never had a single scratch. But it had gorilla glass, GN does not.
Is it nessessory for me to get a screen protector for my new SGS3?
I heavily rely on the sensitive feel on the screen, and i just don't want to sacrifice its original beauty. i heard the screen on galaxy s3 use gorilla glass, need no protector any more, but i still worry to see scratches.
How about u guys? will u buy a screen protector?
I have a zagg screen cover (regular, not full body) but didn't care for it too much. It was put on perfectly (or as perfect as it could get) and I felt like it did dull the screen colors down a bit
I recently took it off when my Diztronic case came in and now just carry a micro fiber cloth with me. If the phone goes in my pocket I can slid that right over the screen
So I'd say no screen protector. If you have an extra micro fiber cloth around I would just use that
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If you don't get one, you will be Nesses-Sorry (Title spelling joke. Oh, I am so original)
In all seriousness, no, it's not. The glass is pretty tough, it may get a few little scratches, maybe one or 2 big ones over the life of the phone. BUT if you're OCD about keeping the glass pristine, you want one, because gorilla glass is not invincible.
I got one for the future resale value bonus of "No Scratches", and as long as you get a smooth dry application screen protector, you won't notice a degradation of the feel of the surface of the phone.
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Is it nessessory for me to get a screen protector for my new SGS3?
I heavily rely on the sensitive feel on the screen, and i just don't want to sacrifice its original beauty. i heard the screen on galaxy s3 use gorilla glass, need no protector any more, but i still worry to see scratches.
How about u guys? will u buy a screen protector?
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SGP Ultra Nano Clear is your answer:thumbup:
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fergie716 said:
I have a zagg screen cover (regular, not full body) but didn't care for it too much. It was put on perfectly (or as perfect as it could get) and I felt like it did dull the screen colors down a bit
I recently took it off when my Diztronic case came in and now just carry a micro fiber cloth with me. If the phone goes in my pocket I can slid that right over the screen
So I'd say no screen protector. If you have an extra micro fiber cloth around I would just use that
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Thanks for ur suggestion
BlaydeX15 said:
If you don't get one, you will be Nesses-Sorry (Title spelling joke. Oh, I am so original)
In all seriousness, no, it's not. The glass is pretty tough, it may get a few little scratches, maybe one or 2 big ones over the life of the phone. BUT if you're OCD about keeping the glass pristine, you want one, because gorilla glass is not invincible.
I got one for the future resale value bonus of "No Scratches", and as long as you get a smooth dry application screen protector, you won't notice a degradation of the feel of the surface of the phone.
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Thx!
which kind of screen protector did u get? cuz i think smooth ones will definitly influence the touch feeling and sensitivity. i play games a lot, so i hope to maintian its sensitivity with no scraches.
Iv never used a screen protector on any of my glass screen phones starting with 3gs on launch day. Iv never had any scratches at all. My right pocket is for my phone never anything else and I never set it down. Its in my hand or pocket
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You dont need it, the screen is gorilla glass and the protection will make it look less vibrant and feel cheap
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bigdipper said:
Is it nessessory for me to get a screen protector for my new SGS3?
I heavily rely on the sensitive feel on the screen, and i just don't want to sacrifice its original beauty. i heard the screen on galaxy s3 use gorilla glass, need no protector any more, but i still worry to see scratches.
How about u guys? will u buy a screen protector?
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Not necessary, but recommended. Glass is glass it will scratch.
dammit_dan said:
Not necessary, but recommended. Glass is glass it will scratch.
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agreed! I accidentally used a Starbucks napkin to clean the screen from my greasy hands and fukin regret it dearly. My screen got three pretty long noticeable scratches (visible only when the screen is off and in the light) bothers me knowing that it's there and how stupid of me to have used a recycle napkin made with "at least 40% post-consumer fiber".
dajeoo said:
You dont need it, the screen is gorilla glass and the protection will make it look less vibrant and feel cheap
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Though everyone has an opinion I think that its a must. Don't be fooled by Gorilla Glass it is not scratch proof. I baby my electronics and had never scratched a screen on any device I had owned. Then I look at my Galaxy Note and there are 2 scratches from NO-WHERE. Just poof no drop no bump...
So to be cautious I will always have one now.
I had a package of cheap screen protectors from 2007.. probably not even made for touch phones! But they fit so we installed them. The touchscreen works great and the screen looks fine. I can hardly tell it's there.
I know it'd drive me crazy if I got a scratch on my phone and had to look at for the next 2 years I'd definitely recommend buying a screen protector! I'm sure anything being sold today is better than what we've got installed So hopefully you won't even notice it and can protect your screen
I ALWAYS get one. If it makes it feel cheap, you probably got a cheap and/or crappy screen protector.
I like Martin Fields and have used Seidio ones as well. ZAGG (I think it is) you can get a Best Buy and other places SUCK. They have a sticky or rather rubber feel to them so your fingers don't glide smoothly and probably are what give people the "cheap" feel. The first two I mentioned feel identical to the glass. You won't even know they're there. I get a new phone once a year and never had more than a scratch or two on the protector only. Peel it off ... brand new phone still.
I figure it also helps against breakage since there is an extra layer of protection reinforcing the structure. Kind of like laminated glass. A friend got a giant gouge in his RAZR. GIANT wound to the screen protector, but it didn't make it through to the glass surface. No cracks or even scratches ... to the glass.
I stopped investing in them. My iPhone 4 was without for a year and no scratches. The protectors had scratches but they aren't as durable as the screen
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agreed! I accidentally used a Starbucks napkin to clean the screen from my greasy hands and fukin regret it dearly. My screen got three pretty long noticeable scratches (visible only when the screen is off and in the light) bothers me knowing that it's there and how stupid of me to have used a recycle napkin made with "at least 40% post-consumer fiber".
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What the hell are those napkins made of? Dear lord.
Definitely get a screen protector. Get a dry install screen protector that is clear and I guarantee that you won't notice it. I recommend SGP Nano Clear for this phone. It is very easy to install and works very well with cases. The only drawback is that it leaves about 1 mm or so uncovered around the edges, but fortunately this will be covered by most cases.
If you are wondering about getting a screen protector, then get one. You may regret it otherwise.
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bigdipper said:
Thx!
which kind of screen protector did u get? cuz i think smooth ones will definitly influence the touch feeling and sensitivity. i play games a lot, so i hope to maintian its sensitivity with no scraches.
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I got the Steinhill Ultra Crystal. It's a fingerprint magnet, but so it the rest of the phone, feels just like the glass though.
Yes get a screen protector. I highly recommend that you get one. Gorilla glass 2 is not scratch proof. I already scratched my screen and my HTC evo 4g lte screen. :-(
Why would you not get a screen protector for this phone? This is not a cheap phone so do yourself a favor and get you a good screen protector. You touch the screen whenever you use the phone and everytime you touch it, you risk scratching it due to dirt being on your hands. Protect your investment!
Normally I purchase wet application protectors from bestskinsever.com but wet application protectors do not play well with tpu cases for this phone.
I recommend the Reearth dry screen protector. You can find it on Amazon for 11.99 and it includes 2 protectors. It's an awesome protector and you won't even know it's on your phone.
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No ...I'm not getting one,..I dropped my s2 down a stairs, was hit head on by a drunk driver , found my phone about 200 feet from my vehicle on the road, it had one tiny scratch that you could barely see,..and the S3 has a stronger screen, but its whatever you wanna do
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I bought a galaxy nexus off of someone from craigs list. And it has a wet apply a screen protector on it, he said he had it on it since day 1 so there is no scratches on the screen. But there is a terrible orange peel affect on the screen protector now, and I really want to take the protector of but I was wondering if any of you ever took a screen protector off then regretted doing so. Also how many of you don't actually have a screen protector and its doing good against scratches? Thank you!
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I can't stand the orange peel feeling..I would take it off and buy another one that doesn't have the peel effect. Your screen should be fine without one.
I used to have a screen protector, and took it off about one hour later. I hate the feeling of the screen protector, also I think it reduces the screen quality.
So far I have no scratches, I always have my phone in my pants with no protection whatsoever.
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I can't stand the orange peel feeling..I would take it off and buy another one that doesn't have the peel effect. Your screen should be fine without one.
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Are u sure? I had an htc amaze without a screen protector for 6 months, no scratches. This screen will be ablle to hold up too? Do u have a screen protector? And what I don't like about the regular plastic screen protectors that are dry install, are the fact that they pick up lint, fingers prints, debris, smudge, and oils from your fingers. Which really annoy me. The wet install one that I have on now doesn't at all. But it has horrible orange peel. I'm really indecisive on what to do :/
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I've had my phone all naked for 7 months and dont have a mark on it. I treat it like a baby eggshell!
I don't have a galaxy nexus but I throw all my phones around. They're scratched up and look pretty bad, but at least I don't have to idolize my phone, worrying about it 24/7.
Iss called bein laid-back...yo xD
/myweirdopinion
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tgyberg said:
I've had my phone all naked for 7 months and dont have a mark on it. I treat it like a baby eggshell!
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You think its safe for me to take the screen protector off? I treat mine the same way lol. I have an SGP case on it for body protecting. But I'm very worried about the screen
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fuego77 said:
You think its safe for me to take the screen protector off? I treat mine the same way lol. I have an SGP case on it for body protecting. But I'm very worried about the screen
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Just because others haven't got scratches doesn't mean that you won't either. You need to ask yourself if it's worth the risk.
Will I have my gnx for 6 month without any protection and it like new
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I use the screen protector that came included with my tpu case, I ordered a skinomi, but haven't had reason to apply it. I prefer the glass feel, which my current protector does a decent job of providing.
I'm as careful as possible with my phone, but my lifestyle requires that added protection.
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I personally have never used a screen protector on my phones. I have had this for 3 months now and it has taken falls to pavement and there still isn't a scratch on it..
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I have not used a screen protector in years. Did not have one on my N1, my NS, for G Nex. For each I have purchased a $5 neoprene sleeve on ebay. I at least put it in the sleeve, because I wear what most would consider tight fitting denim pants most of the time, thus my phone regularly comes in contact with keys, pens, etc. No issues thus far.
When in use I slid it out of the case, and if there is a good change I'll use it again soon, I keep it out and rest it on top of the sleeve on my desk. As an added bonus, everytime you slide the phone in and out of the sleeve it cleans the screen just a bit. Actually keeps the finger prints to acceptable level.
Thanks for all the feedback guys. I think I'm going to suxk it up and take the screen protector off, I guess Ill keep the tpu case on it and get a pouch.
I have a job where I'm around dust, debri and EVERYTHING all the time. Anyone have a decent vertical pouch they suggest?
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fuego77 said:
Thanks for all the feedback guys. I think I'm going to suxk it up and take the screen protector off, I guess Ill keep the tpu case on it and get a pouch.
I have a job where I'm around dust, debri and EVERYTHING all the time. Anyone have a decent vertical pouch they suggest?
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This one, it fits like a glove my naked GN. Takes three weeks to arrive though...
Copy and paste on eBay search field: New Black PU leather Case Pouch Sleeve for Samsung i9250
lazol said:
This one, it fits like a glove my naked GN. Takes three weeks to arrive though...
Copy and paste on eBay search field: New Black PU leather Case Pouch Sleeve for Samsung i9250
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Looks good, but I was hoping for something more that I could flip open and have the screen exposed. Because I'm constantly taking my phone in n out of my pocket so I would like the screen the accessible. Maybe a vertical style pouch
Or something like this, but I need it I have a clip or belt loop
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=160803504901&cmd=VIDESC&index=15&nav=SEARCH&nid=26417652618
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I took off my zaggs's two months ago and screen is still perfect.
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I always use a screen protector
People who are really careful with their phone as most people on XDA probably are may be able to go without a screen protector, but it should never be considered safe, if you don't have a screen protector you can scratch the screen, period.
Also I don't want to have to baby my phone, I like to be able to throw it in my pocket, and not worry if my car keys are in that pocket or a credit card etc.
I can't stand looking at a scratched screen so I use and advise people to use a screen protector.
If you want proof that even gorilla glass breaks and scratches go to ebay and look at used phones, the majority of them that don't have the words this phone always had a screen protector on it in the description have at least minor scratches and scuffs on the screen and many are much worse.
If you really hate the orange peel feeling, go for a dry screen protector. They are harder to apply than a wet screen protector but they don't have that orange peel feeling. When i use a dry screen protector I normally buy a 5 or 6 back on ebay, because occasionally I'll junk a screen protector or two before getting one on to my satisfaction.
I admit though the curved screen of the gnex is difficult with dry protector, my first application didn't go that well I may have to try a tempered glass protector or a wet screen protector, at first the orange peel feeling may bother you but you adjust to it after awhile.
movielover76 said:
People who are really careful with their phone as most people on XDA probably are may be able to go without a screen protector, but it should never be considered safe, if you don't have a screen protector you can scratch the screen, period.
Also I don't want to have to baby my phone, I like to be able to throw it in my pocket, and not worry if my car keys are in that pocket or a credit card etc.
I can't stand looking at a scratched screen so I use and advise people to use a screen protector.
If you want proof that even gorilla glass breaks and scratches go to ebay and look at used phones, the majority of them that don't have the words this phone always had a screen protector on it in the description have at least minor scratches and scuffs on the screen and many are much worse.
If you really hate the orange peel feeling, go for a dry screen protector. They are harder to apply than a wet screen protector but they don't have that orange peel feeling. When i use a dry screen protector I normally buy a 5 or 6 back on ebay, because occasionally I'll junk a screen protector or two before getting one on to my satisfaction.
I admit though the curved screen of the gnex is difficult with dry protector, my first application didn't go that well I may have to try a tempered glass protector or a wet screen protector, at first the orange peel feeling may bother you but you adjust to it after awhile.
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Hey, thanks for your input. I still haven't manned up and taken off the screen protector yet because I'm still scared I will get scratches on the screen. Like I stated before I work at a place where I am constantly around dust and debris and have things in my pocket so Im just keeping it on for now. I'm also thinking about getting a small carrying case that doesn't have any cut out or anything just something I could slip my phone in and toss in my pocket
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fuego77 said:
Hey, thanks for your input. I still haven't manned up and taken off the screen protector yet because I'm still scared I will get scratches on the screen. Like I stated before I work at a place where I am constantly around dust and debris and have things in my pocket so Im just keeping it on for now. I'm also thinking about getting a small carrying case that doesn't have any cut out or anything just something I could slip my phone in and toss in my pocket
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Well,
You need to keep the screen protector mate.
Although our screens comes with a scratch resistant technology (not Gorilla Glass but close), the dust, specially a grain of sand will scratch our screen easily. It can witstand keys, credit cards but tiny things like sand will scratch it, for sure.
Like everyone said, the dry protectors doesn't affect screen quality.
Cheers!
Get any screen protector except anti-glare.
Those things suck.
And the ones I use are easy to apply. U just apply and done and work out air bubbles for 5 min.
Verizon Screen Protectors are the best IMO. So easy.
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Hey guy, I've have a screen protector on my phone since day 1 but recently I took it off and my screen so much more beautiful without it. Is anyone using this phone without a protector? Is it resistant against scratch? Is there a type that's not noticeable at all?
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screen protector is necessary.
I have sgp ultra nano clear and it's virtually invisible.
Keep it on I know the screen looks better without it until u get your first scratch
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The glass on our phone is very fragile. You can easily crack it from a few foot drop.. It's not as strong as the sgs2.
Get a screen protector.. Not worth the cost to repair it..
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I have my phone in a case with an invisible shield. By the time it comes to replace it will look like new.
Otherwise scratches and dents will occur.
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I highly suggest keeping a screen protector on- or for that matter a case would be ideal. I already got 2 deep scratches on my phone and highly regret it.
Go without the protector. Get a good case.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhoF564nJ_Q
I don't use one, and I've even dropped it face down a few times, and haven't had a problem yet.
Hopefully I haven't just jinxed myself.
No you don't need a screen protector, they do nothing other than getting scratch, smudge and decrease the clarity of your screen. Another problem is the touch feeling of touching the glass.
For any discussion about scratches >> IT DOES NOT HAPPENS !!!
The Gorilla glass 2 on the galaxy s3 is probably the best glass in the market, doesn't scratch or easily breaks. Though the problem is the frame which scratch on drop.
I used my galaxy s3 for 3 weeks, got my screen protector on for the first 4 days and just took it off, it's just degrading my phone. I current own an iphone 4, new ipad, iphone 4s and i know they all scratches at some point, but not this galaxy s3.
Tokarin said:
No you don't need a screen protector, they do nothing other than getting scratch, smudge and decrease the clarity of your screen. Another problem is the touch feeling of touching the glass.
For any discussion about scratches >> IT DOES NOT HAPPENS !!!
The Gorilla glass 2 on the galaxy s3 is probably the best glass in the market, doesn't scratch or easily breaks. Though the problem is the frame which scratch on drop.
I used my galaxy s3 for 3 weeks, got my screen protector on for the first 4 days and just took it off, it's just degrading my phone. I current own an iphone 4, new ipad, iphone 4s and i know they all scratches at some point, but not this galaxy s3.
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This. I was scared of not using protection with this expensive phone (even though I had a Droid X for over two years without a single scratch).
I bought a Zagg HD and thought it was great....for the first couple of days. Then I realized I hate the feeling, scratched easier than normal glass! and turned a weird yellow color after a month. So I recently ditched it.
WOW, almost forgot how much more beautiful this screen is naked!
You guys have been sold by advertising.
The glass in our phone sucks. Why do you think there are so many threads about diy repair in these Forums?
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There have been a lot of videos with people using razor blades and forks to try and scratch the screen and it looks really awesome. I have had Gorilla Glass screens in the past that had the same things done to them and somehow they got scratched when I used them. I don't know how it happens (maybe diamond wielding gremlins sneak into my pockets and do their evil deed when I am not looking), but it happens.
I am a 'better safe than sorry' kind of guy. I know that if I got a scratch on my screen it would bug me until I bought a new phone so I am putting on a screen protector. I have tried the Zagg on other phones (and on my iPad) and I hate the feel of it. To be honest, I have found that the cheap screen protectors work very well and are quite clear. If/when they scratch.... Put on another one and it looks new again. At around a buck each it's no big deal.
Actually... My HTC Sensation and my Samsung - whatever the first Galaxy was on Tmobile - still have the original cheap screen protectors on them so one dollar protected them for as long as I used them.
Put me down for "use a screen protector" (but not an expensive one).
I had my phone for about a week without a screen protector and it looked gorgeous. Not a single scratch. I had a Motorola Photon before for 8 months and it also has gorilla glass. I can tell you, the glass does stand well, but it showed some small scratches after that long (and I'm not rough).
After my first week owning the phone, I had it in my pocket while sitting down and it slipped out onto the tile below. Screen shattered. I don't have insurance so I had to spend $200 for my own screen to replace it. It sucked.
A screen protector seems like a useless product, and the good ones (invisible ones) are expensive, but trust me, its a lot cheaper than a new screen. Also invest in a good case. My bezel has a scuff from the fall.
Ive never used a screen protector, and luckily I haven't scratched my screen either. Have been using N7000 since first week it was released in Sweden. Have only dropped it twice, once from pocket height on concrete floor, once from nightstand table.. both times face down of course, haha. Except from that I'm careful with my Note, only put it in a pocket where there is nothing else, and face up when I leave it on for example a table. I've never seen a screen protector I would like to use myself, so I'm careful with my phone instead and if I scratch the screen I guess I'll have to replace it or buy a Note 2. But rather that than having screen protector on in my opinion
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shaahinjjj said:
Hey guy, I've have a screen protector on my phone since day 1 but recently I took it off and my screen so much more beautiful without it. Is anyone using this phone without a protector? Is it resistant against scratch? Is there a type that's not noticeable at all?
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Hi, guy doesn't it feel better without a rubber on? Same thing you take a risk but it feels better. :highfive:
I'd have to say use a screen protector. It's the first thing I purchase when getting a new handset
Sony Ericsson P800, numerous XDA variants, a HD2 and now my S3 all have them, and as yet all my screens are immaculate
If you've got a $35 handset then treat it like one, if you've got a $500 handset then at least respect it a little
I even have accidental protection with no deductible through best buy and still have a case and protector lol
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Id say if you have insurance on the phone, then I wouldnt use one. I had the similar scenario as you; had a screen protector for ~1 month and removed it and realized how beautiful the screen was, haha.