Any one else starting to notice that there screen is pretty easily scratched? I previously had iphones and was actually less careful with them and noticed they stood up alot better to scratches than my note. It all started with a small but somewhat noticeable scratch, bit not it seems to be picking up small scuffs here and there. How is everyone else doing. I am usually against screen protector s bit it seems like that may be the only route. Wondering if its too late.
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I always advocate putting screen protectors in all my devices. Getting a scratch on the note 2 will bug me till no end. If you don't want more scratches then get a screen protector, I got the 3 for ten bucks and should last me a couple of months.
I noticed the same thing after a relatively short time as well. I quickly bought the only screen protector that was available to me here in Sweden. Copter! That was a big mistake and I quickly replaced it with a cheap hard plastic variant that cost next to nothing.I am very pleased with it. It almost feels the same as naked. The copter screen projector felt like there was Vonney on the screen. It was also taking marked by the S- Pen.
That sucks ....my screen is un scratched and I go bare back (no case) lol..
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My screen is naked simply cause I haven't found a screen protector that I like... But I have a quality flip cover from zenus so it stays pretty safe.
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Optimuscle said:
Any one [sic] else starting to notice that there [sic] screen is pretty easily scratched? I previously had iphones and was actually less careful with them and noticed they stood up alot [sic] better to scratches than my note. It all started with a small but somewhat noticeable scratch, bit [sic] not [sic] it seems to be picking up small scuffs here and there. How is everyone else doing. [sic] I am usually against screen protector s [sic] bit [sic] it seems like that may be the only route. Wondering if its [sic] too late.
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Any idea what's been causing your scratches? I've been using my Note 2 heavily for two months, carrying it in my pants pocket, no case or screen protector, and the screen is still perfect.
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Any idea what's been causing your scratches? I've been using my Note 2 heavily for two months, carrying it in my pants pocket, no case or screen protector, and the screen is still perfect.
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I would say general use, I have acquired about 3 scratches so far. Very frustrating, I moved over from an iPhone as well and never used a screen protector. Looks like i will be replacing this glass and installing a screen protector. :banghead:
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I would say general use, I have acquired about 3 scratches so far.
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If general use caused the phone to scratch, then we'd all have some scratches after extensive unprotected general use. Prior to Gorrilla Glass, that was indeed how phones were. But not these days.
The reason I'm asking is that if we could figure out what, specifically, caused the scratches, that might help all of us avoid scratches in the future.
One question: when you carry the phone in your pocket, are you careful to keep the screen facing inward (toward your leg) rather than outward?
Lol maybe some sand in the pocket
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If general use caused the phone to scratch, then we'd all have some scratches after extensive unprotected general use. Prior to Gorrilla Glass, that was indeed how phones were. But not these days.
The reason I'm asking is that if we could figure out what, specifically, caused the scratches, that might help all of us avoid scratches in the future.
One question: when you carry the phone in your pocket, are you careful to keep the screen facing inward (toward your leg) rather than outward?
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You'll never nail down where those scratches came from
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Gary02468 said:
If general use caused the phone to scratch, then we'd all have some scratches after extensive unprotected general use. Prior to Gorrilla Glass, that was indeed how phones were. But not these days.
The reason I'm asking is that if we could figure out what, specifically, caused the scratches, that might help all of us avoid scratches in the future.
One question: when you carry the phone in your pocket, are you careful to keep the screen facing inward (toward your leg) rather than outward?
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Yes, I carry it in my back pocket facing inward. I never carry anything in my back pocket so they stay free of debris. The gorilla glass is soft enough to scratch easily. The iPhone is hard glsss it is going to almost break before it scratches.
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The gorilla glass will scratch when it comes in contact with somthing "harder" then the glass ex. Sand .... when I slide my keys across the screen nothing happens, no scratches
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FWIW, I didn't use a screen protector (largely because I cant get one on w/o dust) for most of the time with my Note I, and it never got any scratches on the screen. I always made sure I kept it in its own dedicated pocket in pants/purse which was clear from debris. I currently don't have a screen protector on my Note II, just a flip case w/ tpu mod.
Jeans have rivets. Perhaps you are catching your screen on them when you push & I pull your note in & out of your pocket? Just a thought.
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Yes, I carry it in my back pocket facing inward.
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Thanks, that's useful to know; it might possibly explain our different experiences. I've never been willing to put my phone in my back pocket--I'm afraid the pressure when I sit down could crack or scratch the screen. Also, my back pockets aren't deep enough to hold the Note 2 without part of it protruding.
Lesson to be learned...it doesn't matter how careful you are, scratches can and usually do happen. All it takes is literally a spec of sand and you will be a very unhappy customer.
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Thanks, that's useful to know; it might possibly explain our different experiences. I've never been willing to put my phone in my back pocket--I'm afraid the pressure when I sit down could crack or scratch the screen. Also, my back pockets aren't deep enough to hold the Note 2 without part of it protruding.
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I can tell you right now that the gn2 is durable enough to sit on... I've sat on mine for hours before.
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Which screen protector is everyone going for?
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Which screen protector is everyone going for?
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Invisishield seems to be okay, but the pen will leave marks if pressed too hard.
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Which screen protector is everyone going for?
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JLG or Spigen Crystal are the two most popular.
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My screen is scratched after 3 days of using it in the house and I have OCD with my phone! the worst thing i did was put it in my pocket and take it out.
I have had a galaxy S2 for over 6 month and not had a scratch :/ this one is quite deep
https://www.evernote.com/shard/s68/...56636e8bc5ea/9116579ab37c7bcf8ab2d6693ccf5ef4
It's also a fingerprint magnet!
OUCH! What is that!? Pure plastic screen a'la 1999? That just does'nt seem right i'm gonna be super scared using mine, whenever i get it that is, slow supplier
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Fingerprint magnet? We must be using different phones.
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Fingerprint magnet? We must be using different phones.
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Or just different fingers..
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Or just different fingers..
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Haha!
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Tjotte said:
OUCH! What is that!? Pure plastic screen a'la 1999? That just does'nt seem right i'm gonna be super scared using mine, whenever i get it that is, slow supplier
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Order the screen protector now mate whilst waiting for the phone
Firstly, In my own experience the phone is not a fingerprint magnet at all. It's very good for keeping fingerprints to a minimum. (coming from HTC Desire which loved fingerprints)
As for the scratch. Holy ouch! That looks like a very severe and stark scratch. I'm not sure that would happen just in general use 'around the house'. Did you leave it on a diamond or a piece of carbon or sand grit in your pocket? Do you have any idea what caused that damage to the glass? IT was obviously a very hard and very sharp material.
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Fingerprint magnet? We must be using different phones.
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The screen has a beautiful shine to it and look really nice but it really does attract fingerprints :/
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Firstly, In my own experience the phone is not a fingerprint magnet at all. It's very good for keeping fingerprints to a minimum. (coming from HTC Desire which loved fingerprints)
As for the scratch. Holy ouch! That looks like a very severe and stark scratch. I'm not sure that would happen just in general use 'around the house'. Did you leave it on a diamond or a piece of carbon or sand grit in your pocket? Do you have any idea what caused that damage to the glass? IT was obviously a very hard and very sharp material.
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Maybe I was exaggerating the fingerprint then but it does seem to attract them :/
And honestly, I have jeans on and they aren't tight, I have put it in my pocket to walk from one room to the next. It hasn't touched anything sharp or grazed off anything all I know is I am gutted
Also before I got rid of my S2, I hammered it with a pen and a key to try and scratch it and I didn't :/
I'm sorry for the scratch man. I hear you. I would be the very same. All I can think is that there was a tiny bit of grit in your jeans pocket. bits of grit like a grain of salt are more dangerous to a phone screen than a Stanley blade because they are sharp right down to a few molecules in width.
I kept my phone in a microfibre bag when I got it, until I could replace it with something like a pouch. It wasn't ideal but it was some sort of barrier between my phone and anything that might be in my jeans or trouser pockets.
I bought a microfiber lined Alcantara pouch since then and keep it upright in my pocket so it should keep any grit in my pockets away from the screen.
What will you do now? Is it insured? Maybe you could "lose" it in a month and replace it with new one and buy a pouch. It's nice of you to provide a warning to others. I think salt/sand/grit are the biggest danger guys. Beware whats in your pocket.
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I'm sorry for the scratch man. I hear you. I would be the very same. All I can think is that there was a tiny bit of grit in your jeans pocket. bits of grit like a grain of salt are more dangerous to a phone screen than a Stanley blade because they are sharp right down to a few molecules in width.
I kept my phone in a microfibre bag when I got it, until I could replace it with something like a pouch. It wasn't ideal but it was some sort of barrier between my phone and anything that might be in my jeans or trouser pockets.
I bought a microfiber lined Alcantara pouch since then and keep it upright in my pocket so it should keep any grit in my pockets away from the screen.
What will you do now? Is it insured? Maybe you could "lose" it in a month and replace it with new one and buy a pouch. It's nice of you to provide a warning to others. I think salt/sand/grit are the biggest danger guys. Beware whats in your pocket.
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I have a logo on my jeans pocket I wondering if it was that? It is a 3 contract and can be returned within 14 days .. I still have the protectors it came with how rigorously will they check it if I can "no longer afford the contract"? I haven't used the Sim or accessories btw, I have been using my S2 things with it
Ps, where did you get your pouch please?
does you logo use rivets? Also a riveted logo around waist could've been.the culprit. Check to see if coming lose as they can be very sharp. Still don't see the fingerprint thing. Even before I put screen protector. Do you have an extra micofiber pouch for sunglasses? They are cheap if you don't. Something is better than nothing.
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OUCH! I dropped mine from shirt pocket to road and the back came off but not one single scratch...... I can't see anything non-metal making that scratch!
I'm picky as hell when iit comes to having scratches on my screen. Besides a screen protector, I never clean the screen with.Windex, paper towels or even rags. Goto WalMart and pick up a tub of Armor All Glass Wipes. I keep one in my house and car and have never had a scratched screen by using them. I also believe since they don't leave as much lint as paper towels, you may not get the dust under the screen issue you see in other posts.
My jeans...
https://www.evernote.com/shard/s68/...bbf17c1bafca/695c1904b96c4b3eb55fa5e5767fe521
Maybe it was the logo :/ anyway hopefully they'll accept it back and it's good to hear your stories as this may be a one off so I'm glad to hear that
Love the phone tho, just can't decide whether to ditch my S2 for it
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Do you or anyone who touchs it have any rings on with real diamonds ?
That would probably do it...
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Do you or anyone who touchs it have any rings on with real diamonds ?
That would probably do it...
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No I don't mate, and I don't allow anyone else to touch it I am that bad! haha
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OUCH! I dropped mine from shirt pocket to road and the back came off but not one single scratch...... I can't see anything non-metal making that scratch!
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Could be that logo (depending upon material), but there are only a few specially tempered (and carbon-enriched) metal alloys hard enough to scratch glass. Check out the other threads on this topic for more. A ring of almost any gemstone would be sufficient as rubies, emeralds, sapphires, topazes, diamonds, garnet, alexandrites, aquamarines, etc. are ALL harder than silica/quartz (glass).
I also noticed that I had a 1cm scratch at the top of my phone this morning and it was quite deep. I cant remember if anything else was in my pocket with my phone but I dont have any diamond tipped keys and I dont usually walk around with sand in my pockets lol. Anyway it was quite noticeble and im not going to stare at that for the next 2 years, and luckily I had a returns bag already from phones4u so I rang them up and as its within 28days of purchase Im still entitled to an immediate replacement so the phones gone off and I should get a brand spanking new phone next week
In the mean time I shall be ordering a zagg screen protector to put on it as soon as it gets here to keep it scratch free in future
Mark.
I was shocked today, I found 3 small scratches on my Note 2 screen. As I understand it has a gorilla glass coating and it is scratch resistant
My Note never fall into the ground or even touch any keys or hard stuff !!
Any one has the same issue ?
I tried all the cleaning materials to get rid of these as I thought it is some dirt on the screen !!
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My Note never fall into the ground or even touch any keys or hard stuff !!
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A pocket with a few grain of sand will do the trick.
Indeed, this is why I put a screen protector on right after I took off the factory shipping protection film.
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A pocket with a few grain of sand will do the trick.
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that video didn't work on my note. what kind of a monster are you!?
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Yep. After a couple of days I ended up with some light scratches right where I swipe the screen. Same thing with never dropping it...
Went immediately to get a flip cover after that. (bummed because I prefer naked phones)
I bought this before I bought the phone:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009F25Z6S/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i01
Fits great, its not smooth the touch as a naked one, but hey....No glove, no love.
My gorilla screens have scratched with that sand in the pocket. Kind of easy for that here in Florida.
There is a thread like this in every forum. Gorilla glass dont mean **** when it comes in contact with any material harder than.. well GLASS!!
Bottom line is anything harder than Gorilla glass which has a hardness between 8+9 will scratch the surface.
Iron, steel, nickel, lead, gold, silver or any medal are softer than gorilla glass, so they should not scratch the glass.
On the other hand, sand contains quartz and it could scratch gorilla glass, for example when sand is in your pockets (after a walk on the beach).
One more thing:
a common misconception is: 'make something sharp and it will scratch'. it's wrong. you can make your fingernail or your key as sharp as possible, it is still softer than the glass and it will not scratch.
So, no, keys wont scratch it (steel), but anything harder than 8 on the scale will with no problem. So anybody that has no scratches obviously hasnt made contact to the screen with anything harder than a 8 on this scale.
Hardness Substance or mineral
0.2–0.3 caesium, rubidium
0.5–0.6 lithium, sodium, potassium
1 talc
1.5 gallium, strontium, indium, tin, barium, thallium, lead, graphite
2 hexagonal boron nitride,[10] calcium, selenium, cadmium, sulfur, tellurium, bismuth
2.5 to 3 magnesium, gold, silver, aluminium, zinc, lanthanum, cerium, Jet_(lignite) (lignite)
3 calcite, copper, arsenic, antimony, thorium, dentin
4 fluorite, iron, nickel
4 to 4.5 platinum, steel
5 apatite, cobalt, zirconium, palladium, tooth enamel, obsidian (volcanic glass)
5.5 beryllium, molybdenum, hafnium
6 orthoclase, titanium, manganese, germanium, niobium, rhodium, uranium
6 to 7 glass, fused quartz, iron pyrite, silicon, ruthenium, iridium, tantalum, opal
7 quartz, vanadium, osmium, rhenium
7.5 to 8 hardened steel, tungsten, emerald, spinel
8 topaz, cubic zirconia
8.5 chrysoberyl, chromium, silicon nitride
9-9.5 corundum, silicon carbide (carborundum), tungsten carbide, titanium carbide, stishovite
9.5–10 rhenium diboride, tantalum carbide, titanium diboride, boron nitride, boron [11][12][13]
10 diamond
>10 nanocrystalline diamond (hyperdiamond, ultrahard fullerite)
Thats what I need...diamond glass....
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Thats what I need...diamond glass....
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Ya I'm in Florida too and that would be the only way we could be safe without a shield.
I learned my lesson, after using shields for the longest time I decided to not get one on my evo3d. Once I started seeing the little scratches I went back to a shield.
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Well so much for throwing GN2 into my surf bag.
Gorrilla glass on Galaxy Note 2 HUGE disappointment! Scratches easily.
I have had the note 1 for about a year now without a screen protector and the only time i started seeing fine scratches on it was after 2 months or so.At the time had high hopes for Gorilla Glass and wasn't disappointed at all given my usage.
I got the Galaxy note 2 2 weeks ago and already there are fine scratches on it!!!???
I am shocked and surprised because I have not started using it officially as my daily driver (still got the note 1) and it has been in a pocket or on a soft surface screen up (waiting for the covers to arrive).
This has made me to start putting into question the build quality of Corning and Samsung.
Why such a sudden outrage you ask.
1. Its because the Note 2 is a premium device and quality has to be ensured from the word go!
2. The S-Pen! The device is meant to be used with the S-Pen, therefore they had to make sure the screen is resistant to scratches! Duh!
3. The Note 1 fared way better than this with heavier usage. (Trust me it has very faint scratches after a year's usage!)
Planning to visit the Service Center to see what they have to say.
Otherwise will sell this and wait for a good batch
When I got my S3, I put in in my pocket right away, clean soft cloths. Still got it good. Went and bought the flip cover then and there. Not another scratch yet. My note 2, Sprint didn't have the flip case so I babied it and just today, I made it thank god. Got a cover. I've have stuff on my hands from just playing with my self... So its easy to do. Its really the best that can be done without a protector. That's just life.
PS I was making a funny. Haha
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Just a service announcement.
I'm sure everyone that owns this phone was asked if they would like to purchase screen protectors upon purchase.
I'm also sure that people have read about other devices that use gorilla glass getting scratches.
There has been more than enough fair warning to take precautions against these situations.
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Just a service announcement.
I'm sure everyone that owns this phone was asked if they would like to purchase screen protectors upon purchase.
I'm also sure that people have read about other devices that use gorilla glass getting scratches.
There has been more than enough fair warning to take precautions against these situations.
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I was not asked. I read this thread and went back to the Sprint store that same day to pick up a body glove case and a screen protector. The next day I dropped my phone on one of my dogs paws who then thought it was her toy. Recovered it quickly and couldn't be happier to have this extra protection.
I plan to get some nicer feeling stuff later on but this will keep me safe until then.
There's so much back and forth about whether to use a protector and if it interferes with the spen. I have little interest in the spen, I slapped on a screen cover and have had 0 problems. What I do have is peace of mind. Bought the 15 dollar special listed above, got a small bubble but not enough to care. Besides it came with 2 protectors, at some point I'll re-do it.
My 2 cents.
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There's so much back and forth about whether to use a protector and if it interferes with the spen. I have little interest in the spen, I slapped on a screen cover and have had 0 problems. What I do have is peace of mind. Bought the 15 dollar special listed above, got a small bubble but not enough to care. Besides it came with 2 protectors, at some point I'll re-do it.
My 2 cents.
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I'm happy to report that it has no effect on the spen if installed correctly.
The debate on the screen protector is a simply one. People screens are being scratched. People who aren't even going to the beach are getting scratched screens. I have read reports of keys leaving scratch marks when people try to show off even though that shouldn't have been possible. As a good rule of thumb, just because it isn't easy to scratch doesn't mean it will not get scratched.
If you really worried about finding scratches on your device then put a screen protector on it ASAP. Don't let anyone else talk you out of it. They didn't buy your device and they aren't going to replace if something happens. If you want to go naked and not worry about babying your device just dont' be shocked if you find any scratches on it. My mom throws her around and could careless if it is in prefect condition as long as the device still works.
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I'm happy to report that it has no effect on the spen if installed correctly.
The debate on the screen protector is a simply one. People screens are being scratched. People who aren't even going to the beach are getting scratched screens. I have read reports of keys leaving scratch marks when people try to show off even though that shouldn't have been possible. As a good rule of thumb, just because it isn't easy to scratch doesn't mean it will not get scratched.
If you really worried about finding scratches on your device then put a screen protector on it ASAP. Don't let anyone else talk you out of it. They didn't buy your device and they aren't going to replace if something happens. If you want to go naked and not worry about babying your device just dont' be shocked if you find any scratches on it. My mom throws her around and could careless if it is in prefect condition as long as the device still works.
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I can't imagine your mom spent 300 on her phone, which is why I don't get why people don't go for that little extra protection..
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I can't imagine your mom spent 300 on her phone, which is why I don't get why people don't go for that little extra protection..
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She had the old nexus back when it first came out through Verizon and I think it was a 300 dollar phone. Her job brought it for her so technically she didn't spend anything on it and that is probably why she doesn't care about the condition it is in.
Now that was informative
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I have had my SGS3 since July and I have had a screen protector on it except for 1 week and in that time the phone got 3 nice scratches on it.
I am anal with my phone as I have a screen protector on it as well as one on the back and a rubber case over it also, so this is not a case of
being careless.
I put a post on Corning's Gorilla Glass 2 Facebook page and I got a reply saying basically Get in touch with Samsung as Corning can't do
anything, but if I want to discuss the problem further, contact them at [email protected]
Why doesn't everyone who has had problems with their screen contact them and maybe they will see this isn't an isolated incident.
This is what I wrote and what they replied...
Ian said:
Why is the Gorilla Glass 2 on the Samsung Galaxy S3 less resistant to scratching than the original Gorilla Glass on the original Galaxy S?
My 5 month old $650 Galaxy S3 has 3 nice scratches on the screen when my screen protector came off and I didn't get the new one for a
week. This is not right for a device that costs so much. Corning should be looking into these problems.
I have heard many more stories of scratches and cracks on the screen of the S3. Does this mean I will have to stay away from products with
Gorilla Glass from now on?
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Corning® Gorilla® Glass said:
Hi Ian. So sorry you've had a problem. It’s hard to say what might have happened with your phone.While our
glass is tougher and significantly more damage resistant, it’s not scratch proof. You might want to check with Samsung to see if there is a
warranty. If you'd like to talk more about this, please e-mail [email protected]. Hopefully this helps.
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Here is a petition I started in hopes that there is a possible solution to our problems.
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/gorilla-glass-2-is-not-as-tough-as-advertised/
Have as many people as you know to sign this, it might be our best bet to show how many of us are affected.
Ian
I've had my phone without a protector for the last month or so and have zero scratches
Same thing here. What did the damage? Keys in pocket, pen, angry ex? It helps build a case if you know the exact cause if the damage
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My gorilla glass is outstanding. Dropped without a case/screen protector flat down about a meter onto wavy tiles and it didnt even scratch. I also dropped it on its side from my pocket from chair a couple times and its still flawless. Maybe I'm lucky.
Yes, most people will respond that their phones are in great condition, but this is for those who have had trouble with
the screen.
I am very protective of my phone. It was scratched in the (1) week I didn't have a screen protector on it. My original SGS's
screen was in new impeccable condition when I sold it after using it for 2 years, so why is this new phone scratched after
only 5 months?
Ian
There's lots of ways to scratch glass, a bit of grit or sand in your pocket ETC .. i wouldn't risk using my phone without a protector for even one day.
Might have to eventually just accept you scratched your phones screen.
I too have been very careful to not scratch my screen. I am fanatical about clean hands. The smallest partical of dust seems to be able to scratch the screen. As much as this phone cost, you would think they would throw in even the cheapest screen protector to hold you over untill you can get something better. Am i being too petty?
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I too have been very careful to not scratch my screen. I am fanatical about clean hands. The smallest partical of dust seems to be able to scratch the screen. As much as this phone cost, you would think they would throw in even the cheapest screen protector to hold you over untill you can get something better. Am i being too petty?
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I find a good quality screen protector is not even slightly noticeable on the screen & in no way affects use, i have no idea why they don't supply one.
I am also amazed they advise against using them in their literature.
The screen on my Galaxy S3 is great! I've had mine for over 2 months without ever having a screen protector on it & I don't have 1 scratch on my phone!!! I also am very protective of my phone! Seems to be pretty good to me.
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Another thread complaining about the glass cracking/scratching..? :silly:
I let my epic 4g bounce around in my pocket for 2+ years without a scratch, and my GS3 has been doing the same. Since I'm not an idiot, I don't keep my keys in the same pocket as my phone, so why would I ever need a screen protector?
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Are you asking why you should put a screen protector on or asking a rhetorical question?
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Are you asking why you should put a screen protector on or asking a rhetorical question?
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Lol
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Actually, yes a screen protector would benefit you. Even if you have gorilla glass, sand is STILL stronger and will scratch your screen. I keep nothing in my right pocket but my phone and I have a few micro scratch lines. It truly does suck to rely on screen protectors but at the end of the day, another layer of armor above your screen is never a bad thing. You can't put a price on that. Spending the few extra bucks on an invisishield to keep your phones resale value is priceless.
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Well... i think in order for sand to scratch your phone should you have a few grains in your pocket, I believe that would require you either being in an area where sand is a part of the environment, or where you work with sand....
haven't used one is over 20+ years and never had a problem or damaged screen !
I have a screen protector cause I like to play the "what if" game.
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I mean if you DONT care about scratches on your screen then there isn't really a point. But if you do, like the guy said there ^^^ you can play the what if game.
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It really depends on how you like to see your screen - scratch free or full of scratches. Cause one thing I guarantee you: it will scratch!
See, Gorilla Glass 2 is a sh#t when compared with GG1. For instance, I had my TF101 for almost a year, no screen protector, and I guess I could chop onions in there without having scratches. On the other hand, I have my S3 for nearly a month and I can spot some scratches. Well I guess in part they're my fault, I shouldn't had drunk in New Years's Eve as it would save my S3 a fall. However, apart from that I had always been very carefull, even more as I was waiting from my screen protector and case to arrive (I also got some "bruises" on the back case, true story! Don't drink unless you have an obex case or something like that, seriously... ).
The point is. For more carefull you can be accidents always happen, you can't avoid them. So, the only way to preserve your smarthphone would be to have a nice screen protector and a tight case. In my opinion, unless you're thinking in getting drunk, go to the beach, go camping, etc. you won't need an obex or a griffin, a diztronic or a zoogue would do the job.
Might as well slop Vaseline on your screen if you're going to put a screen protector on it.
Seriously, put your protected phone next to a nonprotected one with the screen on and tell me it's worth it.
$5 warranty exchange through tmobile fixes any scratches in a heartbeat... and its cheaper than buying a screen protector. Just sayin
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Why do people get so pissed off about stuff like this? If you don't like them don't use them, but don't give others **** for using one. As for the difference in screen quality, you clearly haven't used very available screen protector, have you? My JustLikeGlass is crystal clear, I can't see or feel a difference. I have actually put two on so was able to compare back to back.
Personally I don't like screen protectors, but I've noticed that the cheap ones off ebay gives much better feeling than Copter or likewise.
I think screen protectors are still worth it. Even though the gorilla glass is suppose to be scratch resistant, I still see people with many scratches on their screens.
DAvid_B said:
Might as well slop Vaseline on your screen if you're going to put a screen protector on it.
Seriously, put your protected phone next to a nonprotected one with the screen on and tell me it's worth it.
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the dry ones are not bad.
the responce on my gs3 with otterbox defender case+screen combo is still better than some other phones ive tried
the screen protector is not sticky so can always remove to clean case etc
Is there actually a point for this battle of the minds thread?
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not really just some people trying to force there opionions on others.
some people me included buy phone cases with screen protecters that can take a beating becaue of the type of work we do.
one day can be working in a hospital,another a pub another a house and another indutrial
we are genurally spread thin so need phones to keep in contact and without a reliable case+screen protector we cant do our jobs.
without guys doing what we do then you would have no electricity so no internet either
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Seriously, put your protected phone next to a nonprotected one with the screen on and tell me it's worth it.
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Are you inspecting them with a microscope? As I can't tell the difference between a protected and unprotected screen.
I see no point in screen protectors because when u have it on it looks like its full of scratches until u replace it and the screen protectors scratch more easy. Gorilla glass doesn't get scratched easily by keys just watchout for sand but that scratches pretty much everything
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I don't think anyone is forcing any opinions on other people and this is a pretty interesting thread.
I personally hate screen protectors. I never used one on my S2 but towards the last month I had it before I got the S3, I got this pretty small scratch on it and every time I looked at it it pissed me off. Almost nobody I showed it to was able to notice it, but since I knew are it was I always noticed it. Now I have one in my Susie day 1 (2 months now) and I'm sick of it. I'm debating on taking it off. I can notice a difference.
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I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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Yeah, I never understand it either. You buy a phone with a nice-ass screen and cover it up with some cheap plastic. Almost 2 years, my S4 is still looking good without any screen protectors.
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Yeah, I never understand it either. You buy a phone with a nice-ass screen and cover it up with some cheap plastic. Almost 2 years, my S4 is still looking good without any screen protectors.
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Not to mention air bubbles, they get discolored after a while, you can't enjoy the screen quality, and I looked it up. Apprarently Gorilla glass can get scratched by a steel file, but nothing less.
Basically, unless you're carryimg around an iron file in your pockets, and putting your phone with it, you're good.
And yes, knives, and keys can scratch your screen, but you have to go out of your way to scratch it. It won't scratch if in contact like your pockets or something.
The only real risk of screen damage (realistically I'm real life settings) is dropping it. A screen protector isn't saving that. And if you work construction, a screen protector ain't saving your screen from what ever a gonna damage it on the site.
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I must admit there is a small scratch on the screen, visible at a certain angle with the screen off, but I don't look at my phone at that angle or with the screen off.
I've had a screen protector and Commuter series Otterbox case on mine since day one. I've only had to change the screen protector like 3 times in almost two years, and that's only because they started losing their resistance to fingerprints. I've never had any problems with air bubbles or screen dimming because I didn't buy el cheapo screen protectors, but they weren't expensive either.
After all this time, I can take off the case and screen protector and my S4 still looks like it did the day I bought it.
It's a small price to pay for keeping your phone in great condition. No doubt the next owner will appreciate it when I decide to upgrade.
tikay00 said:
I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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Strong and scratch resistant...not scratch-proof...big difference.
A good case can protect the screen from taking a skid across concrete just as well though.
I hear spider web makes a great screen protector.
Pp. Lol
KennyG123 said:
Strong and scratch resistant...not scratch-proof...big difference.
A good case can protect the screen from taking a skid across concrete just as well though.
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This.
Scratching can be done with less than a steel file.
I keep my phone in my front pocket and the only other thing that is ever in that pocket is paper money. Nothing else ever goes in that pocket.
I have 2 small scratches after 18 months. Neither visible when the screen is on...but there none the less. Best I can figure is they are from the metal rivets in my jeans.
A screen protector would have prevented that. But would have also lowered the quality of the screen in the mean time. Its a trade off. And each person has to decide which is more important to them.
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This.
Scratching can be done with less than a steel file.
I keep my phone in my front pocket and the only other thing that is ever in that pocket is paper money. Nothing else ever goes in that pocket.
I have 2 small scratches after 18 months. Neither visible when the screen is on...but there none the less. Best I can figure is they are from the metal rivets in my jeans.
A screen protector would have prevented that. But would have also lowered the quality of the screen in the mean time. Its a trade off. And each person has to decide which is more important to them.
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Been putting my phone in various pockets for the longest time, and absolutely no scratches. I don't know what you guys are doing to your phones. That sucks.
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Phone case is a different story. Need one. Screen protector, I don't get. I got one with my case, and I don't even use it. These screens do not scratch unless you're very reckless.
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tikay00 said:
I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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ive thought the same thing. so i didnt use them.
but i only buy flagships and the keep good resale value to put towards my next one.
so in that case, i use them to get the scratches on the plastic and the real screen is still fresh.
i also feel the same about cases! they make your phone look like tupperware!
resale resale resale! plus i dont like ugly beat up looking stuff.
tikay00 said:
Phone case is a different story. Need one. Screen protector, I don't get. I got one with my case, and I don't even use it. These screens do not scratch unless you're very reckless.
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Had 3 deep scratches on my S3. Near as I can tell it was from sharing the pocket with tools every now and then. So not sure about "very" reckless...but maybe only a "little" reckless.
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ive thought the same thing. so i didnt use them.
but i only buy flagships and the keep good resale value to put towards my next one.
so in that case, i use them to get the scratches on the plastic and the real screen is still fresh.
i also feel the same about cases! they make your phone look like tupperware!
resale resale resale! plus i dont like ugly beat up looking stuff.
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Yep only need a phone case. Screen protector is useless unless you're dumb.
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KennyG123 said:
Had 3 deep scratches on my S3. Near as I can tell it was from sharing the pocket with tools every now and then. So not sure about "very" reckless...but maybe only a "little" reckless.
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Gotcha
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Lol, lemme get this straight...
You guys agree that screen protectors are "dumb" and "useless" while at the same time admitting that your screens have scratches on them...
Makes total sense. [/sarcasm]
I'll take the hardly noticeable decrease in screen clarity over scratches any days. You can always change the screen protector for something better, but even minor scratches are permanent. No thank you.
It depends on what screen protector you get, if you get the Chinese protectors 3 in a pack that look and feel like seran wrap you could windup with lose of clarity and a tacky rubbery feel.
Last year I got a Spigen thin air clear case and it came with a screen protector that looked like a rigid piece of plastic and kind of thick, I figured it's included with the case so I gave it a try. Well I was pleasantly surprised at the feel quality and clarity of the protector, you cannot tell that there is a screen protector on the screen, very hard and slick feel on screen and the same sharpness and vivid color of the original plain screen.
It was a ***** putting it on, had to wet the edges to get it on right, in the end it was well worth it.
Spigen screen protectors are considered premium screen protection.
Who knew.
Pp.
The only screen protectors I've ever used was a three pack from Tmo when I bought my S4 and the one that came with my Otterbox. I don't remember the brand of the three pack, but they worked just fine with no noticeable loss in clarity. The Otterbox screen protector has some weird wavy pattern when tilted while the screen is off, but it's otherwise fine. No noticeable loss of clarity with it either. I'm in no rush to get a new 3 pack.
Honestly, I don't know how anyone in this thread can seriously argue against using a screen protector especially considering the cost of the phone they protect. IMO it's right up there with purchasing the phone without insurance.
I grabbed the Otterbox Defender, popped the screen protector that comes with the OB out (because I got tired of little bits of dust getting behind that screen protector from either the charging port, speaker holes, or the headphone jack) and just put a Zagg Invisible Shield on it. On top of the dust getting behind the OB screen protector, it also seemed to add a type of haze to the screen which I didn't like. It obviously detracted from the 1080p HD look. I haven't changed the Zagg shield since I got the device and only very recently have I noticed very small lines appearing at the part of the screen where I swipe to unlock and the keyboard area.
The tempered glass screen protector I have used for the past two years has saved the screen glass two times now. One when a hammer fell out of my hand a couple feet from the floor and hit my phone by my feet. Glass protector cracked but the screen underneath was unscathed. The replacement survived multiple drops face first on concrete over the next year and only gained a couple micro fractures. Replaced that one last week and the screen underneath was still as good as new. Tempered glass protectors don't degrade image quality or hinder finger movement either. I know mine was extreme cases of abuse but they really are beneficial unless you feel like replacing the whole front glass of the phone after a mishap happens.
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The tempered glass screen protector I have used for the past two years has saved the screen glass two times now. One when a hammer fell out of my hand a couple feet from the floor and hit my phone by my feet. Glass protector cracked but the screen underneath was unscathed. The replacement survived multiple drops face first on concrete over the next year and only gained a couple micro fractures. Replaced that one last week and the screen underneath was still as good as new. Tempered glass protectors don't degrade image quality or hinder finger movement either. I know mine was extreme cases of abuse but they really are beneficial unless you feel like replacing the whole front glass of the phone after a mishap happens.
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Why would your phone ever be near your feet, or on the ground in general?
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