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So what do people recommend as the best screen protectors to choose from for the MT4G?
I know everyone has their own opinions on them, but I'm hoping people can post their pros/cons and we can help us all narrow down the choice to a few.
Thanks!
the phantom skinz screen protector! pros: clear, nice feel, covers the whole front. cons: none if installed correctly.
I like the Reallook one. Clear, durable and feels like the glass.
I had the realook and phantom skinz. I settled on phantom skinz. I have the full body matte, plus clear phantom skinz. (Don't install the matte screen protector from PS).
Realook is very good with clear BUT the only thing that sucks is that you get ALOT of oils/fingerprints, etc on it. Easy install and easy clean with soap/water.
Phantom skinz gets oil on the screen too, but not as much. Screen surface is alittle "gummy". (Orange peel is very little to non existant). Watch out as the adhesive backing will attract lint (during installation) and you WILL not be able to get that off. PS also has lifetime warranty = unlimited screen protector replacements. (got the whole kit for $12 during 50% off cyber monday).
Don't bother getting invisible shield, they suck and give you orange peel, and it's thick.
@Jaylito,
Did you notice any kind of cloudiness after you cleaned your screen with alchol/towel? (assuming you've cleaned your screen with alcohol/water) For some reason, mine clouded up on the top.
yeah I have. I guess it's normal tho. goes away if u keep rubbing the screen back & fourth with ur thumb. guess since the material... if it gets wet, it'll cloud a bit cause the moisture seeps thru the inside but it'll dry out bro.
guess I have to do more rubbing then cause it's still cloudy...
oh well....
I tried PhantomSkinz and that was a pain to put on (w/ water and soap), Realook was easy and it didn't peel at the edges.
Zagg Invisishield. Lifetime Warranty.
realook, hands down.
pros: crystal clear, feels like the glass itself, easy to clean, easy to apply, easy to reapply.
cons: a little expensive ($10 for 2, but its totally worth it)
MT4G_Slave said:
I tried PhantomSkinz and that was a pain to put on (w/ water and soap), Realook was easy and it didn't peel at the edges.
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Weird... for me, PS was MUCH EASIER than realook.
PS allows movement up/down/left/right with ease, and then you just squeeze out water.
For realook, it sucked to align the edges cause you can't move the film once you've "stickered" it on. Then you have to peel it back off and realign, causing lint (in my case) to adhere, and then I have to clean it again.
For me the realook was the best by far. I tried a couple of the wet app kind like invisishield and clear freak on the 4 mt4gs that I had and the realook was the best. I agree its a pain to put on, especially if you have animals because of dust and hair, but if you apply it in the bathroom after letting it steam up from the shower, I've found I can get it on without too much dust or hair falling on the screen. Also, get some extra scotch tape and place it on the front of the realook screen to keep your fingers off the adhesive side while applying it. Another nice thing is that each protector comes with two dots to apply to the camera lens in the back.
The only bad thing is that I think the realook attracts fingerprint grease worse than the wet app kind.
I have a zagg on my nexus s mostly because its all that's out right now and will put a realook on as soon as they are available.
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The Boxwave screen protectores look pretty good too, though I've never tried one myself.
Ghost Armor. Just added it today on my 4G n its cut to fit perfectly, including the sensors n camera. FEELS like the real glass n doesn't take away from the display like the ones Tmo sales. Avoid those *****es like the plague.
I used Zagg for my Nexus S.
I get generic ones from a guy named lcd-protectors on ebay, 5 for $3.50. They're the stiff kind with two protective layers that you peel off, one before you apply and one after. I'm too cheap to pay more.
i just ordered a full body cover kit from stealthguards.com
choosing the clear type and none of the colored ones, it was $2.85 (full body protection, just pay shipping)
$2.85 sure beats dishing out $25 for zagg which is the same crap.
What do you need a screen protector for? I haven't used a screen protector since I bought the G1 at launch, and I've never had a screen scratch. Keys in my pockets, etc. Never been a problem. These screens are incredibly scratch resistant.
I love these screen protectors that I bought on Amazon. Perfect on the first try with no bubbles! Check it out here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004E49TEG/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1294786757&sr=8-1:
BoxWare screen protector is well IDK how to rate it as it is just regular. What I did not like about it was it does "NOT" fully cover the screen as you have little gap very small which bugs me as I am neat. The feeling right now is artificial as I can tell it is there maybe cuz its still new as I applied it just 2hours ago. So lets wait and see how it turns out in long run.
I grabbed a Reallook screen protector off of amazon:
Pros: The feel and clarity are great
Cons: The cut. It has a cutout for the FFC and leaves a fair bit of space on all sides (as a result it's easy to get on) but it's really short on all sides in my opinion.
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What do you need a screen protector for? I haven't used a screen protector since I bought the G1 at launch, and I've never had a screen scratch. Keys in my pockets, etc. Never been a problem. These screens are incredibly scratch resistant.
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Tell that to the scratch in my screen that I got the first day of having the phone... yeah, needless to say, I have a screen protector now and its helped a lot.
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Is it just me or is it hard to find a screen protector that covers the entire front for the GS3??? I've been to Bell, Rogers and videotron and all 3 had a screen protector that were too small, it seemed to be cut out for the GSIII but left the bezel unprotected and made it more than annoying to swipe on your screen, I purchased 3 in-store and 1 on ebay and all of them, different brand but they were all the same, the covered just the screen and left the bezel nude. I finally had no choice, i was so tired of buying screen protector and havong to return them that i bout the 30$ Zagg Invisible Shield HD at bestbuy. This was the only one that was large enough to cover the front of the phone.
It's not just you; it's due to the fact that the screen for the SGIII is curved (similarly to that of the Galaxy Nexus). The only protector I'm aware of that compliments this feature is the upcoming Steinheil Curved Crystal: http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...creen-protector-steinheil-curved-crystal.html
well, it might be curved but that doesnt prevent people to make their screen protector 2mm wide on each side. I mean again, the screen might be curved but its barely visible, it not practically invisible. The Galaxy Nexus has a visible curve, but not the GS3
He provided a link above to what you want.
And the issue with the curve and a regular screen protector is that it will not properly stick to the curved edges - which was the issue with the nexus as well and thats why most of its screen protectors are cut short too.
The previous version of the ultra crystal did not stick to the edges of the screen due to the curve so they redesigned it to be the one he posted above.
It does not matter if the curve is visible or not, there is a curve.
lol this thread should be locked immediately... Try searching sometimes. It has been posted numerous times that the only covers that fir the whole screen at the moment are the wet install ones like Zagg.... Regular static cling one do not work because the are made from ridged material and are one FLAT piece which will not stick to the curved down sides..
SGP Flex HD covers the entire screen, but it's a wet install. It's close to impossible for a dry install cover to do full screen due to the curves.
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Wet install protectors will cover the whole screen, dry install protectors won't. Simple as that
ATT's dry static cling screen protector made by "Moshi" does. I have had it from day one and I like it. I mean its not cheap but it gets the job done! I might install a ZAGG protector one day but not yet. I like the one I currently have.
yeah i hear you..i just installed a nano clear love it but not full on the corners..this will solve it..pre ordered
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...creen-protector-steinheil-curved-crystal.html
Most screen protectors that are short of covering the whole screen these day are made that way on purpose, so that if you put on a case that grasps the bezel and or over a portion of the screen's edge, it won't lift up the protector..
what are your thoughts on the Skinomi TechSkin™ Samsung Galaxy S III Screen Protector?
I am interested mainly in:
1. Is it perfectly CLEAR? I don't want any orange peel effect or other artifacts.
2. Do the fingers slide decently on the screen with the protector on?
3. Does it fit the screen nicely?
Thanks!
1. Is it perfectly CLEAR? I don't want any orange peel effect or other artifacts. No, but it's pretty good. I installed 2 of them last week and there are spots that have more haze than elsewhere. There is some orange peel effect but it's not noticeable, nor are the aforementioned spots, when looking straight on.
2. Do the fingers slide decently on the screen with the protector on? Finger resistance is minimal and they slide nicely.
3. Does it fit the screen nicely? Mine fit pretty good. The cutouts line up well and there's about a 1 mm gap at the edges. I believe some folks have posted that the edges started to lift due to the curved screen at the edges but I'm not see that, yet.
One thing I would do next time is wear latex gloves to eliminate fingerprints. I followed the installation directions and sprayed my hands but still wound up with a few minor prints. The good news is that you need a flashlight to see them and know where to look. They are not visible when using the phone.
1. Yes
2. Yes
3. Yes
Took a day for hazyness under the protector to dry and get outta there, since then it's been crystal clear.
The only real downside so far is you can't use it with TPU cases. The skin covers 99% of the glass so TPU cases cause it to peel at the edges.
I'm not sure if I should look for a new case or a new screen protector. I wanted the protection from the lip on the front of TPU cases. Now I'd have to get a hybrid case to keep the Skinomi or get a protector like SGP ultra nano to use my case.
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what are your thoughts on the Skinomi TechSkin™ Samsung Galaxy S III Screen Protector?
I am interested mainly in:
1. Is it perfectly CLEAR? I don't want any orange peel effect or other artifacts.
2. Do the fingers slide decently on the screen with the protector on?
3. Does it fit the screen nicely?
Thanks!
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I got in on the $3 deal so I'll give my opinion w/ no buyers remorse.
1. It's not perfectly clear. Almost no wet protectors short of maybe Zagg HD (that has its own problems) will be clear. I had a few indents after the install, even though I installed it with uttermost care.
ALL wet protectors I've seen produce a rainbow effect on a white screen. This is where the display glitters as you change your view angle.
2. Fingers slide about 90% as nicely as standard.
3. The fit is pretty good. It doesn't go completely to the edge, maybe a mm or two from it. Basically about 95-98% screen coverage.
I took the Skinomi off and threw it away because it kept peeling up with my Diztronic case. One or the other had to go, and I like the Diztronic better. It adds a lip around the camera and screen, so if I put my phone upside down, I don't have to worry about screen scratches (this is where 80% of scratches on my last Gorilla Glass phone came from, putting the phone screen-side down).
My friend has a BestSkinsEver wet protector, it goes 100% to the edges, so my Diztronic didn't peel his up (at least not initally).
Just a simple review of the 3D mask film, the product comes with all the neccessory stuff to make the application easy for the user.
The brand is from skinplayer and use material from a company called max film, item is made in japan and packaged in korea.
cost is a little more that the sgp and comes only with one protector.
bubble removal stick
dust removal
sticker to help position the screen and screen protector
cleaning cloth
first look at the protector looks just like a ordinary PET material sp, there is 3 things that stands out this product from the other offering like tridea, sgp and AT.
patented design for easy apply
99% total full edge to edge coverage
hybrid crossed between normal PET and wet apply like invisible shield (my personal opinion)
applying the protector is very easy, the most important is to have a total clean screen free from dust or what evers on the screen.
Removing the center part of the pre-screen protector and slide the protector in place, either just use the supplied protector tabs to hold in place or just touch the center and the screen protector starts to stick to the screen.
pressing down the center then slowly remove the two sides of the pre-screen protectors.
using the bubble remover to get all neccessory bubbles out and to push the edge of the protector to cling onto the egde.
the protector is dry apply and does have a self healing surface, you can see this when using the bubble remover.
The protector has a smooth finish, and is bubble free (well so far), without looking at the cutout from the speaker, camera hole and home button, you won't noticed you have a screen protector on, it's totally glossy clear.
I want to buy one.. but nothing shows up searching for skinplayer hd s3 in goolge =[
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I want to buy one.. but nothing shows up searching for skinplayer hd s3 in goolge =[
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It's rather a new product, it should reach ebay soon, or you can check them out here.
www.skinplayer.co.kr
should be able to get it from here, but rather expensive.
www.gmarket.co.kr
that is brilliant!
Impressive.
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kms108 said:
Just a simple review of the 3D mask film, the product comes with all the neccessory stuff to make the application easy for the user.
The brand is from skinplayer and use material from a company called max film, item is made in japan and packaged in korea.
cost is a little more that the sgp and comes only with one protector.
bubble removal stick
dust removal
sticker to help position the screen and screen protector
cleaning cloth
first look at the protector looks just like a ordinary PET material sp, there is 3 things that stands out this product from the other offering like tridea, sgp and AT.
patented design for easy apply
99% total full edge to edge coverage
hybrid crossed between normal PET and wet apply like invisible shield (my personal opinion)
applying the protector is very easy, the most important is to have a total clean screen free from dust or what evers on the screen.
Removing the center part of the pre-screen protector and slide the protector in place, either just use the supplied protector tabs to hold in place or just touch the center and the screen protector starts to stick to the screen.
pressing down the center then slowly remove the two sides of the pre-screen protectors.
using the bubble remover to get all neccessory bubbles out and to push the edge of the protector to cling onto the egde.
the protector is dry apply and does have a self healing surface, you can see this when using the bubble remover.
The protector has a smooth finish, and is bubble free (well so far), without looking at the cutout from the speaker, camera hole and home button, you won't noticed you have a screen protector on, it's totally glossy clear.
Youtube video here shows how to apply with ease (not my video).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tbf3H0QeqHA
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Will this available in the US?
Seems easier to apply it, but still the same. Protector is a protector, nothing more than that.
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Will this available in the US?
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Unless there is an authorised dealer, no you won't get it, but ebay soon or later should have them, i've seen ebay with skinplayers products before.
hey are you still using this screen protector? i just wanted to see how it was holding up so far. edges peeling, yellowing screen, or anything?
also how is this protector at preventing fingerprint or smudges?
thanks.
I bought an Edge to Edge tempered glass from good mobile accessory shop and got it fitted in my Mi10 by a professional technician there itself.After a week or so there developed one or two air bubbles in the screen and they began to grow big covering half of my screen.So I approached the shop again and they repalaced the glass with a new one.After about 2 weeks there began to develop air bubbles again and they growing in size gradually.My had not dropped anywhere from me or others.So what is the reason for this?If I replace the tempered glass with a Screen Protector film,can the developing of air bubbles be completely prevented?Aso will this actually protect the phone screen glass from breaking in the event of a fall?Can anyone suggest a good quality Tempered glass and good quality Scree Protector Film?
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I bought an Edge to Edge tempered glass from good mobile accessory shop and got it fitted in my Mi10 by a professional technician there itself.After a week or so there developed one or two air bubbles in the screen and they began to grow big covering half of my screen.So I approached the shop again and they repalaced the glass with a new one.After about 2 weeks there began to develop air bubbles again and they growing in size gradually.My had not dropped anywhere from me or others.So what is the reason for this?If I replace the tempered glass with a Screen Protector film,can the developing of air bubbles be completely prevented?Aso will this actually protect the phone screen glass from breaking in the event of a fall?Can anyone suggest a good quality Tempered glass and good quality Scree Protector Film?
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It will offer some protection but if the phone lands a certain way the screen is going to crack regardless of what you've got on.
I just used a basic film one but the fingerprint is a bit crap. Glass ones never fitted right.
Hey you can try using Siege Glastimate+ for Galaxy S20+. It's a UV glue tempered glass. Price is quite high but it is really case friendly tbh bc im using the glass with my Ringke Fusion-X casing with no problem. And also the tempered glass has no touch issues whatsoever bc it is a UV glue not like normal tempered glass with edge only glue. And for the back panel I'm using a cheap carbon fibre sticker to avoid scratches haha
I bought the one from *******.. to much of my surprise it actually is quite good.
Installation was easy with an included guide/holder. The film has 2 parts that lets you apply the top half first then the bottom.
It's super thin, like what you'd see from the factory. The TPU film is also really smooth.
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https://www.amazon.com/*******-Protector-Display-Fingerprint-Support/dp/B085DB4T83
Not sure why it's putting *** in place of the brand name
Did you test Spigen? The one applied from default is really poor, it is scratched very easily
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I bought the one from *******.. to much of my surprise it actually is quite good.
Installation was easy with an included guide/holder. The film has 2 parts that lets you apply the top half first then the bottom.
It's super thin, like what you'd see from the factory. The TPU film is also really smooth.
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https://www.amazon.com/*******-Protector-Display-Fingerprint-Support/dp/B085DB4T83
Not sure why it's putting *** in place of the brand name
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Did any of you found a good screen protector that is case friendly? I want to use it with a Spigen case. Thanks!