I want to know where to find the best screen protector for the s3 and what are the types of screen protectors available?
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I just got a Xtremeguard full body protector for my Galaxy s3 and for my Nexus 7....total of $4.88 ...like them on facebook and click "shop" on their page to get 85% off.
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You realize a screen protector on a gorilla glass phone is pointless, right?
Don_Perrignon said:
You realize a screen protector on a gorilla glass phone is pointless, right?
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As stated by many others before, Gorilla glass is not scratch proof. It is possible to scratch it. A friend of mine had his phone for 2 days and somehow managed to get a small scratch on the screen.
$4-15 is a small price to pay for those of us that are OCD about things like that. Not to mention high quality protectors have no affect on screen quality and feel.
I've had multiple people not even notice the SGP Ultra Nano on my S III. That's with 2 other S III's in the office without screen protectors to compare with.
If you don't feel the need to have one on your phone, there's no need to discourage other people from getting one.
I'm also guessing you're a redditor. I'd challenge you or anyone that claims screen protectors are pointless to video yourself taking a small amount of sand and rub in on your screen and see if you get scratches. Most (since I can't claim I've watched every single video) if not all the videos on youtube testing gorilla glass never use material that's harder than glass. Quartz is harder than glass and will definitely scratch the screen and is common in sand.
Sometimes people wonder about phantom scratches on their screen. It's probably because they've been near construction sites, volleyball courts, playgrounds, baseball fields, etc where you can find sand. Maybe you drive by a source with your window down and manage to get a tiny amount on your cloths and in your pocket somehow. Voila, phantom scratches.
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:what:
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Maverick777 said:
As stated by many others before, Gorilla glass is not scratch proof. It is possible to scratch it. A friend of mine had his phone for 2 days and somehow managed to get a small scratch on the screen.
$4-15 is a small price to pay for those of us that are OCD about things like that. Not to mention high quality protectors have no affect on screen quality and feel.
I've had multiple people not even notice the SGP Ultra Nano on my S III. That's with 2 other S III's in the office without screen protectors to compare with.
If you don't feel the need to have one on your phone, there's no need to discourage other people from getting one.
I'm also guessing you're a redditor. I'd challenge you or anyone that claims screen protectors are pointless to video yourself taking a small amount of sand and rub in on your screen and see if you get scratches. Most (since I can't claim I've watched every single video) if not all the videos on youtube testing gorilla glass never use material that's harder than glass. Quartz is harder than glass and will definitely scratch the screen and is common in sand.
Sometimes people wonder about phantom scratches on their screen. It's probably because they've been near construction sites, volleyball courts, playgrounds, baseball fields, etc where you can find sand. Maybe you drive by a source with your window down and manage to get a tiny amount on your cloths and in your pocket somehow. Voila, phantom scratches.
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I suppose. I've put sharp and dull metal against GG, rocks, sand (been to the beach many times and have had no problems with GG. But, of course, one person's non issue could be another's hell. So, fine, I'll give you that.
What's a redditor?
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I was speaking English. Most people throughout the world are familiar with it.
Anyone recommend one that works well with a tpu case? Good quality as well.
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You're killing me
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I scratched my bionics gg without a screen protector on it. I stupidly didn't think I needed one either. I have wrapsol protectors on both Gsiii's I have. Best I've ever used. Feels as smooth as the glass did. Lifetime guarantee too.
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Yea, I got that . I was just amazed that you would think that just bc it's gorilla glass that no protection is needed. There are A LOT of posts that prove that the gorilla glass is not scratch proof....maybe a little scratch resistant. So to say it's not needed simply bc of being gorilla glass was a bit....well it just led me to believe that maybe u hadn't researched before making that comment. Just my 2 cents. Thanks for the reply tho.
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Yea, I got that . I was just amazed that you would think that just bc it's gorilla glass that no protection is needed. There are A LOT of posts that prove that the gorilla glass is not scratch proof....maybe a little scratch resistant. So to say it's not needed simply bc of being gorilla glass was a bit....well it just led me to believe that maybe u hadn't researched before making that comment. Just my 2 cents. Thanks for the reply tho.
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Not even about the research, really. I've just put previous phones through the test with no problems. But, it's all good. Do you want you need to.
defnow said:
I just got a Xtremeguard full body protector for my Galaxy s3 and for my Nexus 7....total of $4.88 ...like them on facebook and click "shop" on their page to get 85% off.
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Are these the kind of screen protectors (like zagg invisibleshield) that r super durable & u have to use water to install? I'm looking for one of those b4 I pick up my SGSIII cuz they're great. dry install screen protectors r too flimsy for my taste
UPDATE: Much appreciated to defnow for the heads up on this great deal on XtremeGuard.com. They are, in fact, the durable invisibleshield style screen protectors that you have to wet-install. I love these because they make your phone literally scratch proof. I bought 3 of them, including 1 full-body one for a grand total of $3.75. You really can't beat that price.
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Just bought mine at focalprice.com, and they are very cheap.
Paid around $ 2,21 for 10 pcs. They scratch easy, but for that kind of money I can change them often if necessary
Just ordered mine as well!
Thank you for the heads up on the deal!
(thanked)
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Wet application screen protectors give me the heebie jeebies. I'm probably going to get the SGP screen protector that covers the whole screen in this thread. I'm just a little worried about whether a tight fitting TPU case will cause lifting on the edges.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1755816&highlight=screen
Uhhmm to those whove purchased the xtremeguard.. Dont buy them. Dont even consider it.. Applied mine, worst hr ive ever spent in my life.. In fact the full body over laps the back of the phone... Bad experience and yes i want my 2.88$ back
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twistmycap said:
Uhhmm to those whove purchased the xtremeguard.. Dont buy them. Dont even consider it.. Applied mine, worst hr ive ever spent in my life.. In fact the full body over laps the back of the phone... Bad experience and yes i want my 2.88$ back
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sorry to hear that.Well the price is much too cheap.
Dude, try this Steinheil Flex HD from SGP. It's quite good, indeed.
I'm using the Steinheil Ultra Nano Clear. It's one of the best screen protectors I have ever used for any phone. No oils get on the screen, and it barely smudges, so I only need to wipe my screen once every 2 days for 10 seconds in the morning, and then it is as good as new.
After you break it in with around 2-3 days of normal use or wiping it down roughly with a micro-fiber for around 10 minutes and then giving it 1-2 hours of use, it is only slightly rougher than the screen with no protector on it.
I can make a video review if you guys are interested. It was so easy to apply, I think I should have made one.
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Should i buy one ? or the guerrilla screen doesn't need it ?
I bought some at eBay.. 5 for 2 USD.
They are just sucks.
Do i need to buy any special type of screen protectors?
Thanks.
ofek said:
Should i buy one ? or the guerrilla screen doesn't need it ?
I bought some at eBay.. 5 for 2 USD.
They are just sucks.
Do i need to buy any special type of screen protectors?
Thanks.
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I've tried a few screen protectors now and I hate them all. The Gorilla Glass seems to hold its own without one at all, plus it feels much smoother when scrolling on the screen. Just try not to have piles of keys or rocks in your phone pocket and you'll be fine. I've had mine since it launched in February and have had no issues so far.
Realook by far is the best one I have tried, and I have tried many. You gain security without any drawbacks. Don't knock it till you try it. Have had this protector on my phone for several months now and several small scratched have shown up on it. It's $5.50, plastic and takes a beating so my real screen doesn't have too. (Obvious point, no one scratches their phone screen on purpose, the point of a protector is not to protect your phone from normal daily use when you are being careful, but for the times when **** just happens and there was nothing you could do about it. That's when having these things are most important / useful).
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I say get a screen protector and don't leave the gorilla glass naked. I babied my phone for a week before I got anything on it... then two scratches from god knows what. Gorilla glass will NOT hold up to minute particles of nothingness in your pocket so be aware.
I personally like the marquee splash screen protectors (I think that's the name) that are on amazon. Clear, feels like the normal screen, went on fine.
I tried ghost armor at first and I hated it.. it had orange peel and dented really easily. It seemed to shrink over time, too, which is weird..
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Gorilla Glass is bull**** man. I took off my old screen protector because there was a minute imperfection in it and cleaned it with a brand new lint free cloth and now there are 3 tiny scratches in the glass. I mean with the new screen protector you can't really see it, but it's such bull****.
ZAGG Invisible Shield.
Lifetime warranty FTW!
I think i order BestSkinksEver total body skin.
I had bad experience with Zagg, i just don't like it.
Thank you all
I accidentally sat on my phone wearing jeans with rivets for about 15 minutes; no scratches. I still wouldn't put it in my pocket naked though. But no protector.
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Just don't buy Matte one. It's total bull**** and screen looks terribly ugly with it
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ZAGG Invisible Shield.
Lifetime warranty FTW!
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Do you have it installed on your Atrix? I installed on my son's iPod touch 17 months ago and it still hasn't peeled. Then I did my Dad's iPhone 4 8 months ago and the front is still looking great. Not sure why I didn't do my Atrix yet.
Edit: I added Moto ruggedized battery cover for minimalistic grip to phone. Really like it so far. In stock at cnn.cn.
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jjwatmyself said:
Do you have it installed on your Atrix? I installed on my son's iPod touch 17 months ago and it still hasn't peeled. Then I did my Dad's iPhone 4 8 months ago and the front is still looking great. Not sure why I didn't do my Atrix yet.
Edit: I added Moto ruggedized battery cover for minimalistic grip to phone. Really like it so far. In stock at cnn.cn.
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Invisible shield has some of the worst OP effect ever
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LancerV said:
Invisible shield has some of the worst OP effect ever
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What does OP effect mean?
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What does OP effect mean?
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orange peel
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orange peel
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Yes that's true, you can actually call it an OP magnet but we're talking about screen protector here and I dont think there's anything else that can protect your screen but the Invisible Shield by zagg.... I have speck casing on my atrix with the invisible shield for the screen and I accidentally dropped it like 3-4 feet high on its flatscreen and not even a scratch on the screen.... my co-worker bought an atrix too and with it he also got a speck casing and one of those screen protector from at&t store, couple of days later while we were talking about our atrices/atrixes he accidentally dropped it in front of me and when he picked it up the screen was cracked! He was mad as hell because he didnt listen to me... lol
I mean the stuff they show on their demos is for real, I've used invisible shield on each of my phone for so many years now and each of them were protected by invisible shield... yes the invisible shield is a orange peel/lint magnet but you can easily wipe them off, I guess for me I'd be more concern about the protection of my phone and not the OPs
I tried an extra Skinomi protector a friend had and it developed bubbles a couple weeks after installation. Then I got a SGP Steinheil Ultra Crystal and I'm extremely happy with it. My friends who also have Atrix couldn't even tell it had a protector on. Plus it isn't a wet install and takes just a couple of minutes to put on. It's the hard plastic type and very slightly drags more than the bare screen but it's hardly noticeable, especially in comparison to the soft plastic type like Skinomi.
i got zagg just because i got tired of the fingerprints that attract to the glass. before i got it though, the screen was exposed to some harsh conditions at my job, and did not scratch or anything; so it is a tough screen
Invisible shield's original screens were pretty bad op, but I've had one on my evo for nearly a year now and it's just as good as the day I installed it.
They have a new formula that is SUPPOSED to be less op, but it's only for the iPhone right now
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less than $3 on ebay
SGP oleophobic ftw! SGP gives you 2 screen protectors and you can't tell they are on.
**** zagg, worst product ever
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I cant find any. its probably just because of the phones newness i guess, but there is a shortage of cheap accessories on eBay... lol but patience is a virtue...
DO NOT use matte protector, it makes the SAMOLED look like 1970s B&W TV with no signal, I tried it on my vibrant and on the new sgs-II with same results. Anyways if you want one then its available here:
http://www.wirelessemporium.com/p-9...sgh-t989-screen-protector-film-anti-gloss.asp
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DO NOT use matte protector, it makes the SAMOLED look like 1970s B&W TV with no signal, I tried it on my vibrant and on the new sgs-II with same results. Anyways if you want one then its available here:
http://www.wirelessemporium.com/p-9...sgh-t989-screen-protector-film-anti-gloss.asp
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hmmmm never heard this before.... this is not good. thanks for the heads up. i was deff gonna buy one. how did it do against finger prints?
It does reduce the fingerprints as compared to glossy one but at a cost of looking at horribly pixelated screen with rainbow effect which is much noticeable in solid colors or backgrounds. You'd wish they worked as well as matte screens on laptop.
LOL i guess i purchased one without knowing
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1319554
i'll write up a review after it arrives
I used to have a matte screen protector on my HD2. Gave me headaches from the rainbow oil-slick effect.
Yep, the other members are correct. I had one on the S2 for about...two days because my OEM screen protector had gotten bent, and it was the worst move ever. Touch accuracy was a joke. The screen looked horrible. ~1980's tv
Yeah I hated my matte screen protector on my SGS4G. Made it look really pixilated like vicosphi said.
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Anyone got a good screen protector to recommend?
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw...otector&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313
Quite a few there and was wondering if anyone could provide some feedback.
Avoid the xtreme guard ones.
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DigitalRev said:
Avoid the xtreme guard ones.
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Wanna try giving supporting facts?
DigitalRev is an idiot. But I'm not gonna say why or anything... Just saying.
Let me guess, you couldn't figure out how to put it on...
chrischoi said:
Wanna try giving supporting facts?
DigitalRev is an idiot. But I'm not gonna say why or anything... Just saying.
Let me guess, you couldn't figure out how to put it on...
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I was wondering why they were so bad. I had a coupon code to get a full body for 2.50 shipped.
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Wanna try giving supporting facts?
DigitalRev is an idiot. But I'm not gonna say why or anything... Just saying.
Let me guess, you couldn't figure out how to put it on...
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I'm an idiot just because I voiced my opinion? You must work for them...
Unlike the typical screen protectors, the ones I got from XtremeGuard do not have 3 layers of plastic (meaning there's no protective layer covering the top of the screen protector itself, just the screen protector and the backing).
In addition, the sides of the screen protector do not stick to the screen. You get a bubbling effect all around the screen protector. This probably has something to do with the poor cutting of the film. You can see that they aren't well cut even before peeling and applying the screen protector. I haven't had this issue with other screen protectors, and yes, I've used many.
Maybe they sent me a bad batch but I'm only speaking from experience. I'm not talking about their other full body products, only the screen protector.
I still have around 4 or 5 of them lying around at home left over from testing if anyone wants pictures but that would have to wait until tonight.
Just got my phone today... ordered Realook Screen protector two days ago... I had it on my Samsung Vibrant.. one of the best! It gives the real glass feel and looks like nothing is there.... hope it give me the same result.
i ordered this cheepo matte one. when i get it i'll do a review of it.
http://www.cellularfactory.com/fulldet.jsp?d=54697&a=62
i got a matte for my hp touchpad and i love how it makes the screen easier to use even though image is less crisp.
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I tried a matte screen protector and am glad I finally got some regular ones. The matte one, does not look good on the phone. It is harder to read smaller words and does give the screen a much less defined look. One other big issue is my matte screen did not have the cutout for the front facing camera and every time I tried using the front facing camera, my face was all blurred out. One selling point to the matte screen is enhanced visibility in sunlight. I found out this is not true with the super AMOLED plus screen. The screen looks fantastic in sunlight with a regular screen protector, and dull looking with the matte screen. Hope this helps.
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DigitalRev is an idiot. But I'm not gonna say why or anything... Just saying.
Let me guess, you couldn't figure out how to put it on...
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I purchased an xtreme guard on Ebay and the cutout was reversed. The sticky part was on the wrong side. The seller is sending me a replacement. hopefully it's correct this time. The cutout doesn't seem exact either. I'll report back when I get the new screen protector. I purchased a mirror finish one prior and I couldn't see **** in the daylight. Lol!
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DigitalRev said:
I'm an idiot just because I voiced my opinion? You must work for them...
Unlike the typical screen protectors, the ones I got from XtremeGuard do not have 3 layers of plastic (meaning there's no protective layer covering the top of the screen protector itself, just the screen protector and the backing).
In addition, the sides of the screen protector do not stick to the screen. You get a bubbling effect all around the screen protector. This probably has something to do with the poor cutting of the film. You can see that they aren't well cut even before peeling and applying the screen protector. I haven't had this issue with other screen protectors, and yes, I've used many.
Maybe they sent me a bad batch but I'm only speaking from experience. I'm not talking about their other full body products, only the screen protector.
I still have around 4 or 5 of them lying around at home left over from testing if anyone wants pictures but that would have to wait until tonight.
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3 layers? That's the cheap crap. Why do you need to cover a scratchproof screen protector? How do you think they keep costs down? By not doing laying an unnecessary layer of film. Even the $30 ZAGG doesn't have a top protective layer.
In addition, you more than likely applied the film incorrectly.
Mine should be here anyday now. I'll post how to make it proper.
I don't work for Xtreme. I've just always used them since my LG Dare days.
I've worked in the wireless industry since 2005. I applied over 400 screen protectors in the past year.
I can say it's not for everyone. Especially the wet applications. I actually ordered one to prove you wrong.
I'll also do an iPhone 4 and Touchpad as well.
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I didn't read the directions. I used a spray bottle. I didn't use the squeegee that came with it. I used another. The screen protectors work perfectly fine. Yes, it gets bubbles. But that's the concept. That's how all wet applications work. I did 3 today and they all settled / cured within hours. Be sure to take your time. I use an air duster. A little heat goes a long way and speeds up the process. I usually throw it in my pocket screen facing my leg.
If you get dust under there, you muffed up.
Some of the bubble will stay under there for 1-3 days. You can work them out. If you stretch the screen protector it will overlap and you will see it lift up. I left mine sit in the sunlight for a little and the bubble started working themselves out. Make sure you're doing it right first before telling everyone to avoid the company. Have a little more tact. I'm sure most of the others are probably better at simple things like applying screen protectors than you are.
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LOL i guess i purchased one without knowing
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1319554
i'll write up a review after it arrives
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Curious if you got yours yet and how its looking?
I always preferred the Matte ones because of the feel of them and the lack of finger prints.
Man, I thought I finished posting this but I guess not. Must have forgot to hit submit.
Are screen protectors really needed with Gorilla Glass? I've had them on my last four phones and never thought of not having one but my wife just got an Android and her screen glides like silk. Also, I've noticed it seems much clearer.
How do the glass screens on these phones hold up to scratching?
Some have reported issues with scratching. I use one, its cheap protection for your expensive device.
I guess my current thinking is that maybe a few light scratches might be an OK trade off to the Zag adding a little blur to the screen, having the tacky non-smooth feeling when I glide my finger across the screen and harder clean-up.
Actually the Zag gets beaten to hell pretty easy. I have marks on it that I can not remove. One could argue that the Zag took the abuse instead of the screen but my thought is that the Zag is softer then the Gorilla Glass so that is why it marks up easier.
I guess I could keep the Zag and never get a scratch on my actual screen but be staring threw more noticeable scratches on the Zag, or maybe have less noticeable scratches on the harder glass and a more clear experience.
Just can't make up my mind and this is my first experience with Gorilla Glass.
zagg isnt the only screen protector company, there are many types of protectors also, zagg is soft ive had one, ive also had other that are hard and your finger will just slide across it. Sure you will still get scratches on the protector but if its to many get a new protector and slap it on and have a nice clear screen again. A lot easier then replacing the screen imo.
Zagg sucks. Try steinheil. It's crystal clear, hard to scratch, and smooth. I've had mine on since october and it's still looking good.
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Zagg sucks. Try steinheil. It's crystal clear, hard to scratch, and smooth. I've had mine on since october and it's still looking good.
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Yep I tried several different brands of both wet and dry and ended up with the steinheil sgp ultra crystal or something like that. Aside from one scratch which I believe would have certainly scratched the phone its good. You cant even tell its there. When I'm done with this phone I plan to sell it and use that money towards my new one. Its easy to sell a phone in excellent condition because it lived in cases and screen protectors.
I have cheap eBay screen protector on my phone. I figure I spent $250 on this device might as well at least have a basic case and screen protector on it.
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Yes this phone scratches way to easy!! Its not like the original galaxy s where you could not harm the screen no matter what. I run a zag and I love it! The easiest to install and after a few weeks its real smooth.
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I don't like them as they make the white areas in apps and websites look terrible with rainbow streaks
Steinhall is the way to go. You really can't tell anything is on unless you screw up installation and dust is caught on the screen.
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Steinhall is the way to go. You really can't tell anything is on unless you screw up installation and dust is caught on the screen.
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How exactly do you not get dust on the screen while installing one of these?
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How exactly do you not get dust on the screen while installing one of these?
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So that picture is pretty funny because I have access to a NASA grade clean room here locally!
Actually, my wife is a manager at an international company that builds clean room environments, filtration systems for clean room environments etc. They actually have a couple dozen major government and NASA contracts!
Hey honey, can I come use a test clean room environment to install my screen protector!?
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How exactly do you not get dust on the screen while installing one of these?
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Take a nice hot shower then after you're done all of the dust particles in the bathroom would have settled. Now you have a dust free environment. Hasn't failed me yet.
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Or do what I did and buy the phone on release day, never put on a screen cover, and still not have scratches on the screen. Phone goes in pocket, jacket (when it was cold), has been dropped (the rest of the phone has some slight scratches), and travels across the country every week. Screen still holding strong.
Could be lucky, could be gorilla glass. Not sure, don't care. Won't ever use a cover again.
Screen protector is needed even with gorilla glass...
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I don't like them as they make the white areas in apps and websites look terrible with rainbow streaks
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Only the cheap kind does this
eao1991 said:
Take a nice hot shower then after you're done all of the dust particles in the bathroom would have settled. Now you have a dust free environment. Hasn't failed me yet.
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+1 on using the humidity to clear the air, that is a smart idea
Screen scratches easy...my kid put a big mark on my wife's phone and luckily the $2.50 x3 covers took it good..peel it off a
And put on another...purses r bad for phones lmao..same screen protector on mine and its flawless.. dropped couple times still fine..its a god damn 2$ protector its worth every penny and I'd always recommended protecting the screen.. maybe I'll get 20 and put em on my TV and monitor lol
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personally i think so, i had my old Epic 4g touch and it had some scratches on the screen. after my screen cracked i got a replacement and now im using a case and screen protector.
Screen is scratched
I guess going raw is not always good
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don't ever listen to those guys who call others stupid for wanting a screen protector. GG is scratch resistant, not scratch proof.
you my try buffing it out with some turtle wax. i heard it could work on some lighter scratches.
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Screen is scratched
I guess going raw is not always good
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...only by something that is harder than the glass. Perhaps some grains of sand with quartz in them?
Silly mens.
afgomar said:
Screen is scratched
I guess going raw is not always good
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Its your own fault for not reading the million threads that say it can be easily scratched with the right materials.
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Its your own fault for not reading the million threads that say it can be easily scratched with the right materials.
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I did read those threads.
I was at a bestbuy and dropped the phone on the carpet their but could it be scratched from something in carpet?
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afgomar said:
I did read those threads.
I was at a bestbuy and dropped the phone on the carpet their but could it be scratched from something in carpet?
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If you had read the forums you would know sand can scratch it. I love in Florida so a protector is necessary.
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afgomar said:
Screen is scratched
I guess going raw is not always good
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Going RAW is never good haha.
Is your 14days up maybe return it get another or use the battery cover excuse and try get a replacement
I used a screen protector on my Palm Pre a few years back not the Zagg I personally don't like their products. It was one of them that came with a spray bottle and squeegee card to apply and it worked phenomenal. No difference in the response on the touch screen at all, and when I sold it to a company that takes in phones it was in immaculate condition, and I got top dollar for it. Along with no clarity issues where some like the Zagg's can have either a glare, or the material that you run a finger nail or card over and makes the "zipping" sounds. The kind with the really small ridges...anyways. I didn't put one on my Evo4G and it lasted fine even though it was dropped a good 20 times literally. The outside case along the edges and corners had gouges and scratches where the red material under the white exterior was showing through. Yet the screen was still awesome no blemishes at all!
I thought about putting a screen protector on my new Gn2 but was going to wait and read some user reviews on how well or poorly they did. My main concern was the S-Pen and its touted 1,024 levels of pressure sensitivity, being as I use the S-Pen on a daily basis. I do NOT want to hinder it's performance in anyway, another reason why I am looking into the available flashable ROMs on the forums right now. As of today if it x's out S-Pen functionality it is a deal breaker for me.
On a side note, and no offense to the OP not trying to take your thread off track just a simple answer will due. Does the JellyBomb ROM take away S-Pen functionality and compatibility?
I use the flip cover. Seems to do the trick. But that's not even a 100%. I personally can't do the protector. I know I will have scratches, it can come from touching anything and then your screen, but its the deep ones from sand and a like that I can't stand. The flip cover did awesome on my S3 and so far my N2.
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http://www.clarivue.com/?gclid=CJ2ZnLnAzrMCFQY5nAod_WgAPg
I have used their screen protectors on every device I have owned. You forget they are on the device. Doesn't affect clarity or the s pen action.
They always have coupons on retail me not. Got 2 screen protectors for $13 shipped, but I never had to use the second screen protector.
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I have used their screen protectors on every device I have owned. You forget they are on the device. Doesn't affect clarity or the s pen action.
They always have coupons on retail me not. Got 2 screen protectors for $13 shipped, but I never had to use the second screen protector.
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I put on full body ghost armour on my note. Cant even tell its wrapped...very happy I did so cuz i always seem to get scratches on my screen. GG scratches...period
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jdizzle316 said:
I put on full body ghost armour on my note. Cant even tell its wrapped...very happy I did so cuz i always seem to get scratches on my screen. GG scratches...period
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Question is that body ghost armour the same as the one that these 3rd party dealers be installing at the mall?
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yellowman82 said:
Question is that body ghost armour the same as the one that these 3rd party dealers be installing at the mall? That they be in a stand booth type thing in the mall and if so is that product really good?
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I also am just using the OEM Samsung flip cover. I think the very fine hairline scratches are actually in the oleophobic coating on the glass and not in the glass itself. Now, deep scratches like from sand that you can catch a fingernail on are very rare. Like it has been mentioned before, the only thing that CAN scratch glass is something HARDER than glass. People saying that they have had luck buffing out scratches with Turtle Wax also reinforces my theory that these "scratches" are really only in the screen coating.
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I also am just using the OEM Samsung flip cover. I think the very fine hairline scratches are actually in the oleophobic coating on the glass and not in the glass itself. Now, deep scratches like from sand that you can catch a fingernail on are very rare. Like it has been mentioned before, the only thing that CAN scratch glass is something HARDER than glass. People saying that they have had luck buffing out scratches with Turtle Wax also reinforces my theory that these "scratches" are really only in the screen coating.
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I jive with that. I have some very faint scratches and they have to be in the coating
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if you live in a cleaner environment and are careful you do NOT need a screen protector. but you DO run the risk of a random scratch.
1xS2 2xS3 1xN2 no SP's and ZERO scratches.
NOW if your a mechanic work around machinery industrial (IE grease and grit) or in construction contracting carpentry (around wood dust and particles of constructions materials etc..) YOU NEED a screen protector.
ESPECIALLY if you keep in your pocket (where this material will gather always) and use a case.
otherwise the "grit" will get between the case and screen and grind away at it till you have this nice neat "scratch box" around the edge of the screen where the case touches
I am not near grease and grit so I go nakid (but always cased) and I have not had a problem yet.
now YMWV to spell that out YOUR MILEAGE WILL VARY so don't assume.
if a tiny scratch would really bother you Slather on the SP's !!
OH and scratches in the COATING of its the same as on my glasses (oleophobic??) are a PAIN.
they are not scratches and they are HARD to clean. you MUST use an absolutely "CLEAN" cloth to wipe the screen or it just "smears" instead of "cleaning"
now I have NOT noticed this on the Note II so I am guessing the coating is different than the PITA coating on my glasses.
I have also noticed scratches. I didn't use a screen protector when I first got my phone, because I wanted to order a full clear protective film (from bodyguardz.com for $25) that covers the whole phone so I can show off its beauty, so I treated my phone like it was my first born. And still, very tiny scratches developed on the glass. While this was happening, I was waiting for my screen protector to get here, and it took forever! Guess the end results scratches waiting for the delivery.
Not the end of the world, and no one else can see them, but I see it, and that's enough.
As for the back, the plastic also has small scuffs. But that's expected. The sad part is the screen protector I got also covers the back. So scratches everywhere. Meh, what can you do?
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Yellowman82, yes it is. They do have different ones such as Zagg kiosks in the mall but I cant speak of the quality of Zagg cuz I've never tried them. Ghost Armour is pretty good tho, normally put it on all the phones I get. Id install the screen protectors myself but I always either get lint or fingerprints underneath it. They usually do a good job at the install.
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Question is that body ghost armour the same as the one that these 3rd party dealers be installing at the mall?
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I thought that I could get used to it, but my fingers get caught up on it ever time I swipe, and the two lines on the screen it creates are obnoxious.
Was OnePlus being cheap here, did they make a mistake, or is a proper screen protector just not feasible because of the increasing curve on the edges of the screen?
I don't want to get ripped or end up in a worse situation by buying their tempered glass or third party protectors of they are thicker and have the same dimensions...
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rickyx32 said:
I thought that I could get used to it, but my fingers get caught up on it ever time I swipe, and the two lines on the screen it creates are obnoxious.
Was OnePlus being cheap here, did they make a mistake, or is a proper screen protector just not feasible because of the increasing curve on the edges of the screen?
I don't want to get ripped or end up in a worse situation by buying their tempered glass or third party protectors of they are thicker and have the same dimensions...
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They intended the screen protector to be there just so people have one on their phone. They weren't trying to prevent you from enjoying it obviously. It is for protection. From what I heard, people love the screen protector. Granted it may not be perfect but they did try. I have a protector for my One and the protector is a bit small for the screen but that's because of the way the phone was built. I'm assuming its the same way for the 3. Filling out the screen to the edges with a screen protector just warrants more cracks when you look at it from an angle. Just because it is a little lacking doesn't mean it won't protect your phone.
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Screen protectors on a phone with 2.5D glass is pretty difficult to do well. Even the plastic/film protectors will lift at the edges..
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They intended the screen protector to be there just so people have one on their phone. They weren't trying to prevent you from enjoying it obviously. It is for protection. From what I heard, people love the screen protector. Granted it may not be perfect but they did try. I have a protector for my One and the protector is a bit small for the screen but that's because of the way the phone was built. I'm assuming its the same way for the 3. Filling out the screen to the edges with a screen protector just warrants more cracks when you look at it from an angle. Just because it is a little lacking doesn't mean it won't protect your phone.
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Not sure what you mean by how the OnePlus One was built, I have a screen protector on mine and it covers the screen and bezels comfortably, it's never been an issue.
On my OnePlus 3 there are two black lines within the screen because the protector is so narrow and now those lines are also accumulating debris. No need to be so blindly loyal to a smartphone company. I love the phone, but I just wanted to know if all screen protectors on the market for the OnePlus 3 will be this narrow or if OnePlus just ****ed this up.
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Can you just peel off the screen protector? I did that with my Op2.
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Not sure what you mean by how the OnePlus One was built, I have a screen protector on mine and it covers the screen and bezels comfortably, it's never been an issue.
On my OnePlus 3 there are two black lines within the screen because the protector is so narrow and now those lines are also accumulating debris. No need to be so blindly loyal to a smartphone company. I love the phone, but I just wanted to know if all screen protectors on the market for the OnePlus 3 will be this narrow or if OnePlus just ****ed this up.
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The OP3 has a 2.5D screen (Like the Nexus 6 does) and having a protector go from edge to edge without having massive airbubbles around the edges is extremely hard. Lookup the "halo" on Nexus 6 and you'll see why they didn't
That's not a screen protector. It's just packing. You are supposed to peel it off and toss it immediately you open the box.
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That's not a screen protector. It's just packing. You are supposed to peel it off and toss it immediately you open the box.
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The screen protector is thin and unobtrusive. I hardly notice it's there, except when I go to write the screen with my shirt and feel grateful I don't have to worry about scratching it. I don't find the barely noticeable lines near the screen edges annoying; certainly, scratches on my new phone's screen would bother me much more.
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I agree the screen protector is not anything you want to keep, but admit it is nice that it is there at least. When I got my Oneplus One within the first week I put the tiniest of a little scratch on my screen from my keys in my pocket. No one else sees it but I know it is there. All that because I was waiting on my tempered glass screen protector. So, until I figure out which brand of tgsp I want to put on this thing I am glad it is there...but yeah my fingers are not smooth on this thing.
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I agree the screen protector is not anything you want to keep, but admit it is nice that it is there at least. When I got my Oneplus One within the first week I put the tiniest of a little scratch on my screen from my keys in my pocket. No one else sees it but I know it is there. All that because I was waiting on my tempered glass screen protector. So, until I figure out which brand of tgsp I want to put on this thing I am glad it is there...but yeah my fingers are not smooth on this thing.
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Agree with you on ateast the effort from OP. However I am not very convinced about its usage. Shouldn't gorilla glass 4 protect itself from minor crap like scratches?
On tempered glasses, reading a lot about Nillkin H+ Pro. You can check it out.
banjara said:
Agree with you on ateast the effort from OP. However I am not very convinced about its usage. Shouldn't gorilla glass 4 protect itself from minor crap like scratches?
On tempered glasses, reading a lot about Nillkin H+ Pro. You can check it out.
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Yeah I have been reading about those too and contacted them. They actually have the "Frosted " case for the 3 too just not on the site. Suppose to order the 2 and leave in the notes you want the 3. Lot of people here at xda seem to like that case too. I personally have not used them yet. I have a PTHINK tgsp on my One and LOVE IT! It feels better than the factory glass. Already contacted them and they have not started making them for the 3 yet.
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I had the same issue on my moto x gen2. Was worse when I used tempered glass. The curve on the edges of the screen make this difficult. With this being gorilla 4 glass I'll remove my protector on op3 once I get my dbrands skins on.
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I thought that I could get used to it, but my fingers get caught up on it ever time I swipe, and the two lines on the screen it creates are obnoxious.
Was OnePlus being cheap here, did they make a mistake, or is a proper screen protector just not feasible because of the increasing curve on the edges of the screen?
I don't want to get ripped or end up in a worse situation by buying their tempered glass or third party protectors of they are thicker and have the same dimensions...
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Couldn't agree more! Now I'm just a redneck who wears bibs all the time so I need something to protect the screen from the buttons on my bibs. I tried at least 2 times to appy tempered glass to my 1+ (who the hell came up with those stupid tabs?) only to FAIL. I found a simple solution- buy a flip cover. Now it takes a little getting used to, but it works very well. The only issue I had was on the rare occasion that I needed to put it my pocket, I made sure that I didn't have anything eles in there with it. But after 2+ years of going commando with my 1+, I can say that screen protectors are a waste of money!
Just found this on Amazon. Tempered glass Supposed to work well with the round edges.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01H8SK88U/ref=gp_aw_ybh_a_5?ie=UTF8&refRID=WQ0SXGJ93NZENHTH5S2K
I might bite on it.
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lol well u lost some protection, yeah most phone manufactures put some plastic to help during shipping or to give u instructions, but this is an actual screen protector (not a good one, but better than nothing at all)
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I thought that I could get used to it, but my fingers get caught up on it ever time I swipe, and the two lines on the screen it creates are obnoxious.
Was OnePlus being cheap here, did they make a mistake, or is a proper screen protector just not feasible because of the increasing curve on the edges of the screen?
I don't want to get ripped or end up in a worse situation by buying their tempered glass or third party protectors of they are thicker and have the same dimensions...
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better than nothing, right?