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Case-Mate "Pop" case or "Tough Case?"(& do they come with a screen protector ?
Simple questions here:
What is the diff b/w a Pop Case and a Tough Case? Will the Pop case protect the Nexus if it falls on the ground as well as the Tough Case?
case-mate always includes a screen protector....is there one included with these cases??
bump...anyone?
i<3myphone said:
Simple questions here:
What is the diff b/w a Pop Case and a Tough Case? Will the Pop case protect the Nexus if it falls on the ground as well as the Tough Case?
case-mate always includes a screen protector....is there one included with these cases??
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They have stopped including the screen protector or at least it was not included with the tough case.
The pop has a less nice 'feel' to it for my tastes, so I would recommend the tough between the two.
I definitely didn't get a screen protector with my tough case but I bought an sgp flex and the edges of the screen protector are nicely covered by the case.
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I didn't get a screen protector with my toughcase. I have a Zagg though, but I'm a little annoyed that the silicone part of the toughcase has the tendency to push at the edge of the Zagg at the bottom corners. I guess this is because the Zagg doesn't fit completely from edge to edge. I got it centered as best I could and I consider myself decently skilled at applying these things. Oh and the toughcase silicone is a dust magnet.
I just got a SGN and I want a wet applied screen protector.. I read through many forums and I came down to the ghost armor and XO.. I have a zagg on 2 of my devices and I don't mind them but I heard zagg is cap and those two other screen protectors are better? Which should I take out of those screen protectors? Thank you so much!
I have ghost armor, and its great
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I have the XO screen protector and it's the best one i've tried so far. Havent tried ghost armor so i cant say but i would get xo on all my other devices moving forward
Using ghost armor right now. It feels and looks really good.
It's great to know that both are great but I want to know which is better.... Did anyone use both screen protector?
I'd also like to know this, as I will be purchasing a screen protector soon as well, and I don't want to have to go with the traditional screen protectors which both take away from the beauty of the screen as well as change the texture of the screen.
mohitrocks said:
I'd also like to know this, as I will be purchasing a screen protector soon as well, and I don't want to have to go with the traditional screen protectors which both take away from the beauty of the screen as well as change the texture of the screen.
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Then xo.
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I'm using xo and love it! Sold on them for life. Perfect protector.
- GSM Galaxy Nexus
Was waiting for Ghost Armor to have a kiosk apply it but ordered the XO, I am VERY happy with this screen protector. Unlike all clear dry apply protectors I've used this hardly shows fingerprints at all unless i have something on my hands, clarity is perfect. It does take a few days for it to be totally bubble free which might make you worried but its not bothersome if you know its going away. I followed the directions and removed the battery for install and left it overnight, I made the mistake of putting on my case that morning and it slightly lifted an edge by the volume keys and it looks like a spec of dust got under it. It's not on the visible part of the screen itself so not an issue. I would use XO skins again without any hesitation.
Mitchmoney said:
It's great to know that both are great but I want to know which is better.... Did anyone use both screen protector?
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Yes, in fact I switched from an XO skin to a Ghost Armor on my GNex, but I did it only because of the case I was using was de-laminating the XO skin off the screen. IMHO, Ghost Armor skins have a better hold on the screen so if you're using a higher coverage case (like the case-mate tough-mate), it seems to hold better and give a better overall result with very little orange peel. If you're not, the XO skin works great and seems to give a "cleaner" result with practically no orange peel.
The Ghost Armor is actually my 5th skin on this phone... I've gone through Zagg, Skinomi, BestSkinsEver, XO skin and Ghost Armor, and none of them were perfect. The Zagg peeled within 2 days and just never looked right. The skinomi and BSE weren't much better for peeling but were atleast clearer, especially the BSE. The XO skin was the clearest of the bunch and held better than the others, but after ~1.5 weeks started getting little bubbles along the side and POW, peeled in a corner and never looked right again. Now I'm on to Ghost Armor, had them trim the edges a bit before they installed it and haven't had a problem in ~2weeks. It's not quite as clear as the XO skin or the BSE, but it's not really too bad at all (ALOT nicer than the Zagg) and it's staying put so far...
Agree that Ghost Armor is the best of the bunch
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i had a ghost armor screen protector on my droid x and had to remove it because when i looked at it with polarized sunglasses on i could barely see it, it was just a rainbowed mess. this is not the case with the xo protector.
might be something you want to look into.
Does anyone know how either one of these guys stack up against the SGP Flex?
Xo skins is better
The xo skin felt much less rubbery and was far less tacky. I didn't apply mine right so I'm using ghost armor right now. Because the xo skin is thinner it's much more responsive. The cut for the galaxy nexus was better on the xo skin as well.
I have the ghost armor on my phone for 5 months note and works well. It's smooth and doesn't not have a lot if orange peel effect.
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I have xo, I think some months now.. almost 4.. well, is pretty good, but after some weeks I star to notice some like blister, whitout air inside, is strange.. and I never really lost the orange skin effect... I don't looking for a different one because I think is a really protective skin and I like the sensation when I touch it, but compare the price should be better..
Does the ghost Armor cover the entire screen or does it have a gap around the edge.
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XO Skins has a regular fit http://xoskins.com/cell-phone-skin-...tectors/samsung-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector and a case fit version http://xoskins.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector-case-fit
The case fit ones are smaller and have a gap around the edges. Initially I used the regular fit and then got a case fit when I swapped cases. I have a review I did of their with pics as well as a bunch of other folks. They are the best imo. But out of the two brands XO Skins and Ghost Armor are easily the higher quality brands. Most others that I have must resell cheap chinese stuff from alibaba.com The XO doesnt have orange peel and hides finger prints very well. Hang on to the spray bottle cus you can use that to clean your phone later.
I tried to order XO Skins, but I think they don't ship to my country... (Serbia)
Is there some online retailer that ships?
stretched than you very much for that response. When the BSE eventually starts to peel i will try the XO.
Just got the case and the protector it came with. I currently have the SGP protector installed and I was wondering how the Diztronic protector compared to it. I'm only considering switching because it looks like the Diztronic fits over the whole screen.
Don't put it on! It has a really bad rainbow look. Keep your SGP.
Agreed! Also, they are not sticky enough and it causes the edges to have bubbles.
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Just what I needed to know thanks everyone for the quick responses!
Not a very good protector. Like said earlier leaves large bubbles to the edges and does not stick or fit very well. Also really sticky compared to any other protector I've used before. I love the case tho! The new one with all buttons cutouts
SGP Flex seems to be a very good one for me atm, it's pretty slippery and the size is pretty much spot on and much less orange peel than other wet protectors.
I'm not sure about the rest of you, but for now it seems like we can't get a good screen protector for the S3. All the flexible film based protectors dent too easy. This includes protectors like the SGP Curved Crystal. This review below clearly shows what I mean about easily denting. It also has issues with tight fitting cases.
Then if we go for a screen protector that doesn't dent so easy, they end up not covering enough of the screen. The SPG Ultra Clear nano and Ultra Crystal (2nd version) both don't dent like the Curved Crystal, but they don't cover enough of the screen. Especially the sides. So swiping near the edges you can easily feel the ridge. Ruins the smooth experience of the S3. Would be nice if Spiegen does a revision of the Curved Crystal like they did with the Ultra Crystal and made it so it didn't dent so easily. I definitely don't want to go with tempered glass as its just too thick. I am currently using a Realook Flex Film, and it covers the whole screen nicely, but has orange peal and dents easy just like the other flexible films out there. Realook now has a "3D forming crystal clear" protector. It covers the whole screen and uses their PET material for the main part of the screen, which should prevent the denting effect. I'll give this one a try, if it's not that great, I may just use no protector and go with a flip case. Anyone else have any suggestions.
Here's a pic of what I mean with not covering the whole screen for the Spigen SGP screen protectors.
This is what I just bought.. not sure when it's going to arrive but it should fit your criteria better?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261072327014?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Ignore that link. I just recieved it and it doesn't cover the whole screen completely.
Search for the threads. There has been plenty of this
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Xcor3 said:
Search for the threads. There has been plenty of this
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To be honest, I've searched far and wide through the threads and Spigen seems to be the protector of choice. But once I look at reviews of those protectors elsewhere (like the YouTube video I posted) I end up seeing that they're not that great. I'm beginning to think that we have to go with either the flip cover protector or go with a hard film protector that doesn't cover the whole screen in order to get that glass like experience. All the soft film based protectors just dent to easy or have some orange peel effect. It just ruins the beautiful display of the S3.
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I'm not sure about the rest of you, but for now it seems like we can't get a good screen protector for the S3. All the flexible film based protectors dent too easy. This includes protectors like the SGP Curved Crystal. This review below clearly shows what I mean about easily denting. It also has issues with tight fitting cases.
Then if we go for a screen protector that doesn't dent so easy, they end up not covering enough of the screen. The SPG Ultra Clear nano and Ultra Crystal (2nd version) both don't dent like the Curved Crystal, but they don't cover enough of the screen. Especially the sides. So swiping near the edges you can easily feel the ridge. Ruins the smooth experience of the S3. Would be nice if Spiegen does a revision of the Curved Crystal like they did with the Ultra Crystal and made it so it didn't dent so easily. I definitely don't want to go with tempered glass as its just too thick. I am currently using a Realook Flex Film, and it covers the whole screen nicely, but has orange peal and dents easy just like the other flexible films out there. Realook now has a "3D forming crystal clear" protector. It covers the whole screen and uses their PET material for the main part of the screen, which should prevent the denting effect. I'll give this one a try, if it's not that great, I may just use no protector and go with a flip case. Anyone else have any suggestions.
Here's a pic of what I mean with not covering the whole screen for the Spigen SGP screen protectors.
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You are correct, the Ultra nano does not cover the entire screen. Really though, it makes it perfect for use with a case. The amount no covered is so minimal when using most cases that it's not concern, for me anyway.
I use the screen protector that came with my otterbox case and it has served me well so far. It doesn't cover the whole screen but then again, if it did it would come off when I used a case.
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You are correct, the Ultra nano does not cover the entire screen. Really though, it makes it perfect for use with a case. The amount no covered is so minimal when using most cases that it's not concern, for me anyway.
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I use the genuine Samsung Super Slim case which I feel gives the scratch protection I need for the back and sides of the phone, while adding practically no bulk to the phone. So an edge to edge screen protector would have no issues for me. If only Spigen would use the same material they use for the Ultra Nano or Ultra Crystal in their Curved Crystal protector it would be perfect. It's really too bad the Curved Crystal dents/creases so easily as shows in the above video.
I like what zagg did for the iPhone. They make a case friendly screen protector. I like having that option. If you plan to use a case then it's a perfect choice. If going to use no case or a snap on case then a regular screen protector suits just fine. It would be nice for companies to show android some love in this respect of options.
werked said:
You are correct, the Ultra nano does not cover the entire screen. Really though, it makes it perfect for use with a case. The amount no covered is so minimal when using most cases that it's not concern, for me anyway.
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you can pick up the SGP Flex HD. They cover the entire screen, and is hard to see that it is actually there. It feels smooth as well. Also it doesn't leave much finger prints on there
It seems you haven't looked hard enough, I have a thread on a skinplayer 3D mask film, 99.5% full coverage and has a self healing surface, flexible PET screen protector.
I use the zagg invisishield. Best one I've used yet. I also use it on my tablet. It's more expensive, but worth it. Of course I got mine from best buy the second day the phone was out. So there were only two to choose from ,and I didn't want to wait for one to be shipped to me.
It's designed to fill itself in for minor dents and scratches (I possibly butchered that explanation, but I think you understand). Also, it can be removed and reapplied.
The best part though, is that it's so clear it doesn't detract from the screen. In the past when I would use a screen protector it would always look like a filter was on my screen. Hated it. They've come a long ways in that aspect.
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I noticed nobody mentioned Wrapsol. Their ultra line is pretty tough. It comes with a back protector too.
adamdavidson said:
I noticed nobody mentioned Wrapsol. Their ultra line is pretty tough. It comes with a back protector too.
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not 100% coverage, but excellent quality.
I hate when people ask about screen protectors because that means they obviously don't know about the best one out there. It is called clear-coat. Google it. Ive had it on all my phones. It is perfect. It doesn't come off unless you peel it off and leaves no residue behind. Most malls have a station that sells it and puts it on for you. If you watch videos of it you will see a guy scratching his iphone against rock and then peeling it off and no marks on the screen. Best way to go by far. It is also covered by a lifetime guarantee.
Skinomi - - - - very nice!
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Seidio
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Can't believe no one said real look screen protectors.
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Vikuiti!
I'm currently using Vikuiti screen protectors, and they're working out pretty well. It attracts fingerprints a bit, but nothing a quick wipe doesn't get rid of~
I'm not really so sure why everyone is so worried about the very edges of the screen that the Ultra Nano doesn't cover. It's a great protector that you can barely even tell is there, and it covers all of the important and useful parts of the screen just fine. I've been using it for 2 months and it still looks great, plus I've had no issues at all with scratches on the edges that aren't covered. Using it with a Diztronic TPU case. Put a case on your phone and the combination seems perfect to me.
I've been using vikuiti ( a less mentioned brand for screen protectors I think) and it's been working perfectly fine with the genuine galaxy s3 clear TPU case. No scratches on the phone or screen protector, I never really understood how people had to cycle through so many screen protectors. Best of luck to you finding your preferred sp!
My skinomi screen protector fits exactly on the Nexus 5 glass leaving zero margins or gaps to the edge.
Currently using a Rearth ringke slim case with the Nexus. It fits perfectly and doesn't push on my screen protector, but I am looking for something with more drop protection. Noticed all of the TPU or thicker bumper style cases wrap around the edge of screen a bit and will likely bubble or lift my screen protector up.
Anyone found a durable case that is screen protector friendly?
Momotani-Hitoshi said:
My skinomi screen protector fits exactly on the Nexus 5 glass leaving zero margins or gaps to the edge.
Currently using a Rearth ringke slim case with the Nexus. It fits perfectly and doesn't push on my screen protector, but I am looking for something with more drop protection. Noticed all of the TPU or thicker bumper style cases wrap around the edge of screen a bit and will likely bubble or lift my screen protector up.
Anyone found a durable case that is screen protector friendly?
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The ringke fusion has the same fit as the slim, but with a bit thicker, all around coverage. I would guess that it doesn't give as much impact protection as tpu cases, but more than the slim.
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The Ringke Fusion is very similar to the Spigen Ultra Hybrid. http://i.imgur.com/2869wVa.jpg Shows a side cross section. Looks like it has minimal contact with the edge. I might give one of those a shot.
The official nexus bumper case from Google does not interfere with the screen protector at all. I have the Spigen Neo Hybrid, which bubbles the edge of the screen protector in some areas. Also have a Nilkin case from eBay that bubbles the lower right corner.
The Google bumper is perfect. No interference at all.
I've had the Diztronic tpu case on for a few days now. It's causing no problems with my Spigen PET film screen protector.
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