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SGP Flex screen protector review and pictures

I just received and fitted my SGP Flex screen protector so I thought I'd put up a few pictures for those considering it.
i.imgur.com/J1P3L.jpg
i.imgur.com/sSbOB.jpg
i.imgur.com/BwwkO.jpg
i.imgur.com/BSShs.jpg
I can't post images yet.
It was pretty straight forward to fit, a few bubbles under the film that i had to push out though. The surface is slightly grippy. This is my first screen protector (and smartphone) so I'm not able to give a comparison but I'd certainly say it's not as smooth as using the nexus bare.
I'm happy with it but I'll probably try a non spray type in the future to see how it compares.
As you can see the screen protector covers a larger area than the SGP Steinheil Ultra Oleophobic, pretty much right to the edge of the screen before it curves.

can you fix the pics link ?

Not until I have 8 posts. Just copy paste into the address bar. Sorry.

http://i.imgur.com/J1P3L.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/sSbOB.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BwwkO.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BSShs.jpg
Is this crystal clear or anti-glare? Any blurriness or rainbowing?
How much?

http://www.sgpstore.com/sgp-google-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
can anyone tell me if this film is good?

Wolfnio said:
http://www.sgpstore.com/sgp-google-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
can anyone tell me if this film is good?
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Had it on sgs1 and sgs2.Found it perfect.Already order it for my GN
Take a look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1376666

Wolfnio said:
http://www.sgpstore.com/sgp-google-galaxy-nexus-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
can anyone tell me if this film is good?
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you could try searching.. a review of that is on the same page as this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1376666

T-Keith said:
http://i.imgur.com/J1P3L.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/sSbOB.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BwwkO.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BSShs.jpg
Is this crystal clear or anti-glare? Any blurriness or rainbowing?
How much?
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I am interested in hearing your thoughts on screen clarity and any rainbowing from it as well.

Thanks for fixing the links.
Screen clarity is great. The film is not noticeable from the angles you would be using the phone but there are some slight ripples you can see from extreme angles. The second picture I posted shows this.
The film claims to able to heal itself and I have noticed overnight some slight marks (again only visible from the side) I made by pushing air bubbles out with my fingernail have disappeared.
No rain-bowing whatsoever as far as I can tell.
I would guess the film would be crystal clear not anti glare, I can't see it mentioned anywhere. Maybe check the product site.
I purchased from the SGP store (search SGP Flex Galaxy Nexus, sorry still can't post links)
and Paid $50 total with the most expensive shipping to Australia which took 3 days including a weekend.

I've just paid £20 for one of these to be shipped from South Korea to the UK with express delivery. I ordered on Saturday and had an email saying it was shipped today. I hope it's worth it.
Rik.
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I also just ordered mine in anticipation of the hopefully soon VZW release.

Just grabbed one of these US$17 delivered.
Hopefully they are ok, I loved the Bodyguardz on my iPhone.

Thanks for the pictures and impressions.
This new Flex series seems a lot like Zagg InvisibleShields I had for my Droid X. Depth's pictures show the typical "orange peel" texture that is associated with most wet application screen protectors.
Not exactly my cup of tea, but I'm a bit thrown off by the lack of full screen coverage with the Steinheil Oleophobic model. Thus I'm still debating which is the best solution to go with. I inquired about a Ultra Crystal and Optics version for the Galaxy Nexus and Steinheil customer support had no clue.

for me, either realook or martin fields for the screen protector and a wet invisi-type protection for the body!
i guess that is one good thing waiting for a bit for the GSM North american versions. by the time we get it, we'll have loads of accesssories to choose from.
but of course i'm an impatient american and want my gnex now, so gonna order next week!!!!
just waiting on the vzw release and see if there is a gsm version coming soon to USA.

Mine arrived today and I was really careful with keeping my phone scratch free. I cleaned it with the cloth and perfect, not a scratch anywhere. I fitted the screen protector and still managed to trap a small speck of dust. Lol.
All in all the fit is great and the casemate tough along with the sgp should keep my phone immaculate for years to come. I would recommend this to anyone as the protector is quite thick but doesn't seem to spoil the display at all.
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aindow said:
Mine arrived today and I was really careful with keeping my phone scratch free. I cleaned it with the cloth and perfect, not a scratch anywhere. I fitted the screen protector and still managed to trap a small speck of dust. Lol.
All in all the fit is great and the casemate tough along with the sgp should keep my phone immaculate for years to come. I would recommend this to anyone as the protector is quite thick but doesn't seem to spoil the display at all.
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yup same here i used ALL of the solution trying to get the dust out and there is still 1 spec left right near the edge .....but ive seen it and it annoys me lol

What about smudges and fingerprints.. can they be easily wiped off? I ordered mine just now and I hope it won't attract too much of that.

With the wet application, does the protector cling to the screen immediately like a dry application, or does it slide around a bit, making for easier aligning?

Yes but For a short time. Of You hands a moist fingers tend to "skip".
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With the wet application, does the protector cling to the screen immediately like a dry application, or does it slide around a bit, making for easier aligning?
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Can you comment if it has an orange peel effect? I abhor screen protectors that offer that kind of look. I refuse to put one of those on that screen. I was planning on buying one right now so I will have it the day I get my Nexus on VZW. If you can take a really good picture of the screen to show any kind of effect if any, I would appreciate it. Thank you very much!
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Screen Protector Film Recommendations?

Hello,
Do you recommend Belkin Anti-Glare Screen protector for SGS2? (if you have used it) If not, which screen protector do you recommend? The most important thing for me: It nearly shouldn't have any affect on touch screen sensitivity.
Thanks.

You see im in the camp of whats the point of a screen protector, adding another layer to screen. I just use a cheap clam flip case to keep the screen safe. Only just had S2 but never had a screen protector on my sgs for over year and never got a mark on it
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Getting a 3M Estoc+ on Monday. These are available on GMarket's website. I'll let you know how it is on Monday ;-)

xstarbuckx said:
You see im in the camp of whats the point of a screen protector, adding another layer to screen. I just use a cheap clam flip case to keep the screen safe. Only just had S2 but never had a screen protector on my sgs for over year and never got a mark on it
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I'm using a basic silicon case. Flip cases are protecting well but having a flap hanging around while using the phone is a little bit annoying for me. I want to use it because, Gorilla Glass screen is just scratch resistant, not scratch-proof. There are many people reporting scratches after just daily use. Also Anti-Glare films making the screen easier to slide, especially in games like Fruit Ninja

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Getting a 3M Estoc+ on Monday. These are available on GMarket's website. I'll let you know how it is on Monday ;-)
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OK, I will be glad if you let me know about it. It looks fine. But I couldn't find any local online shop selling Estoc protectors. So, i think I'm going to buy this one tomorrow:
http://www.vatanbilgisayar.com/belkin-f8m138eb-samsung-galaxy-s2-anti-glare-ekran-koruyucu/productdetails.aspx?I_ID=58464
http://www.belkin.com/uk/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=604828
I will write about it.

I have tried the SGP ultra oleophobic, and this worked well for 2 weeks, but after that it would start to attract oil, ... the opposite of what it was supposed to do, the plus side is that it doesn't have tint and the screen looks good. I am now going to try the Halo screen protector. Let us know how you screen protector turns out.

I really like the one that comes with the otterbox for the S2.
it's easy to put on and fits perfectly!
hope this helps

Definitely Zagg invisibleSHIELD.

I couldn't find them locally either. GMarket was the only place I could find them online, I split the cost of shipping with a few other people from XDA.
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OK, I will be glad if you let me know about it. It looks fine. But I couldn't find any local online shop selling Estoc protectors. So, i think I'm going to buy this one tomorrow:
I will write about it.
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deadbeat44 said:
Definitely Zagg invisibleSHIELD.
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Phantomskinz
You get 2,unlike zagg.
It also is much smoother, no orange peel & is not tacky unlike zagg products.
But zagg is still a very good product in my opinion.
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i recommend any SGP screen protector
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s2/sgp-samsung-galaxy-s2-screen-protector-series.html
im using the ultra crystal... very clear though fingerprints are visible at times
zagg is a good brand/product ... but the invisible shield, like chrisjcks said, is not smooth which affect the touch response cause of that tacky feel of it

Received the 3M Estoc screen protector today. It's quite solid, and enables you to 'buff out' minor scratches & dings on the protector. This is due to a coating on the protector itself that obviously wears away over a period of time. It comes with a 49873 page encyclopedia with instructions on how to fit (due to having instructions in 192 different languages). The package contains the protector itself, a microfibre cleaning cloth, a cardboard thingy to smooth out the bubbles when you fit the protector and a few dust removal stickers.
Fitting was no more difficult or different to any other screen protector, just a case of making sure the screen is perfectly clean/free of dust, then slowly/carefully applying it to the screen & smoothing out the bubbles as you go.
This is a good protector if you're using a bumper case & don't have your screen covered, it will easily handle being in a pocket with other items & should protect the screen quite well. It will probably last at least a couple of months (maybe more, depending on how rough you are with your phone) if you use your phone like this. As I use a flip case, it will probably be good for much longer than this, as the face of the phone won't be exposed to the lining of pockets, keys, loose change, etc, etc.
Now to the question of value. Is it worth the ~$25 or so ? Compared to the $15 protector I had on my phone previously, and given I use a flip case which protects the screen anyways, probably not. I doubt I'll be spending another $25 on one of these when it comes time to get a new screen protector.
But if you're someone who uses bumper cases/etc & likes having a 'nudie' screen, I'd definitely recommend these. Obviously if you only order one from GMarket the shipping will make it a fairly expensive exercise, but you could always order more than one/some other stuff from that site, or find someone on XDA to go dutch on the postage who lives in your country like I did (thanks to Victaaaa for same )

The Zagg invisibleSHIELD is the best in my opinion, uses a fluid that facilitates the placement may be withdrawn and placed if things do not go well the first time, this has the orange peel effect but this in no way affects the image or touch . I used it in the first SGS for 1 year and now I'm using it in SGSll about 8 months.

i recommend sgp ultra crystal too...i am using for 5 months and i have no problem at all...fully satisfied.

Thanks for all recommendations. I couldn't have any time to buy one yet; but I hope I'm going to buy this weekend from a store near here. I'm going to buy Belkin, if I can't find it I will prefer SGP or Zagg.

xstarbuckx said:
You see im in the camp of whats the point of a screen protector, adding another layer to screen. I just use a cheap clam flip case to keep the screen safe. Only just had S2 but never had a screen protector on my sgs for over year and never got a mark on it
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I have had my S2 since last June never had a screen protector and still as good as new
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SGP
I use SGP Ultra Crystal and so far so good.

Zagg is probably the worse of all of them because of its tacky-ness. Also its scratch healing properties wear off after a month or so. The best is the 3M Estoc+ followed by SGP or RG Japan.

sgp ultra, solid choice in my opinion.. can't go wrong

I recommend SGP ultra crystal film or 3M estoc

Smooth, transparent GS3 screen protector

What screen protectors for the SGS3 are perfectly smooth and transparentr? The screen protector I have on my current phone (BB) is slightly "frosted" or textured which messes with the pixels on the screen. It does make it easier to swipe and does not attract dust or fingerprints, but I would rather have a screen protector that is perfectly clear for the SGS3. What are some good ones?

just look for clear/crystal vs. matte (the "frosted" you have)

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What screen protectors for the SGS3 are perfectly smooth and transparentr? The screen protector I have on my current phone (BB) is slightly "frosted" or textured which messes with the pixels on the screen. It does make it easier to swipe and does not attract dust or fingerprints, but I would rather have a screen protector that is perfectly clear for the SGS3. What are some good ones?
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Go with SGP Ultra Crystal Screen protectors if you are looking for something that looks and feels like glass. No rubber feeling to it like some skins, and as the product name states, they are crystal clear. I have used Zagg, BodyGaurdz, Skinomi, etc, but I always go back to SGP Ultra series protectors because of how they feel, and protect the screen. Not to mention, it is a dry install, no water or spray to mess with and no bubbles.
I just ordered mine from Amazon yesterday for $13 + free shipping. Don't have my SGIII yet, but I have been used SGP covers on my SG, and SGII. Excellent protectors.

Thanks for this share. I've tried all you mentioned. Waiting for my new SGS3 also!
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I have only tried Invisible Shield and those cheap $2 screen protectors in the past, hated all of them till I got the SGP for my One X. LOVED it! It literally feels like nothing is there and looks like nothing is there. Ordering one for my S3 now

I've always been a fan of Realook. That is what I ordered for mine.
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DO NOT buy zagg invisible shield. I just did for the first time and i am demanding a refund from best buy.

+1 for the SGP Ultra Crystal, EXCEPT they've been discontinued - I've got one on mine and have the problem they've noted (there's another thread for this) - the way the screen curves, the edges don't seal. Spigen is replacing them with the Nano, to be out soon, I think. I'll be ok leaving it on until then, but you might want to hold off.

Just ordered a SGP Ultaclear Nano screen protector off of Amazon.
Getting all of these goodies in the mail without a phone to put them on is such a drag... *sigh*

Might be out of place but y use a screen protector. Want to know ur perspective> the ups and downs

alacrify said:
+1 for the SGP Ultra Crystal, EXCEPT they've been discontinued - I've got one on mine and have the problem they've noted (there's another thread for this) - the way the screen curves, the edges don't seal. Spigen is replacing them with the Nano, to be out soon, I think. I'll be ok leaving it on until then, but you might want to hold off.
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Yep. I found out about that too late. It's not bad looking, but they don't seal at the edge.
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worldwidepmp said:
Yep. I found out about that too late. It's not bad looking, but they don't seal at the edge.
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Apparently you can email them that you got the clear crystal and they will send you their new one, the ultranano for free.

rurouni572 said:
Apparently you can email them that you got the clear crystal and they will send you their new one, the ultranano for free.
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I will definitely look into that ASAP.
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Damn I wish those were available now. I really wanna get one for my phone

Anyone know when they are coming out?

sad6549775 said:
Might be out of place but y use a screen protector. Want to know ur perspective> the ups and downs
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to protect the screen

iam_ultrasonic said:
DO NOT buy zagg invisible shield. I just did for the first time and i am demanding a refund from best buy.
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Just to clarify... Did you buy the ZAGG InvisibleSHIELD or the ZAGG InvisibleSHIELD HD?
What did you not like about it?

type of plastic used?

does anybody know what kind of plastic Samsung uses on the stock/default screen protector? I have looked at about 8 or 9 different so called "screen protectors" and they all have that "rubbery" or soft plastic feeling to them. the original one has the "galaxy note 2" logo and web address at the bottom and it is annoying but I like the way the original feels. so smoooooth.........
I rode my galaxy s epic 4g bareback for over two years all the way from froyo to jellybean. would be nice to find a screen protector that is smooth.
maybe I just have high hopes but I am hoping for the best. thanks in advance for anyone that helps or attempts to help.

babyarm85 said:
does anybody know what kind of plastic Samsung uses on the stock/default screen protector? I have looked at about 8 or 9 different so called "screen protectors" and they all have that "rubbery" or soft plastic feeling to them. the original one has the "galaxy note 2" logo and web address at the bottom and it is annoying but I like the way the original feels. so smoooooth.........
I rode my galaxy s epic 4g bareback for over two years all the way from froyo to jellybean. would be nice to find a screen protector that is smooth.
maybe I just have high hopes but I am hoping for the best. thanks in advance for anyone that helps or attempts to help.
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Agree with you on the rubbery feel to most protectors, e.g. Invisishield, Phantom Skinz, etc. If you want one like the protector that comes on the phone then check out http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...note-2-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html. I have had their protectors on my GS2 and GS3 and will not use anything else, good protection with the feel of glass. Be advised that it takes a few days or so for the shield to 'loosen' up. At first it feels kind of 'sticky' but I think that's due to the manufacturing process but after some use(I presume after it gets some oils from your skin on it), it feels just like glass. Best protector IMO and I'm not alone in that opinion.

thanks. so what sub-choice would you recommend? ultra crystal, ultra fine, ultra oleophobic, or ultra optics? and does it have the same feel as the default screen protector that comes with the phone? sorry if I sound a little picky but I have spent well over $200 in screen protectors trying to get that "smooth" feel.
I really wish someone knew what type of plastic was used for the default screen protectors. when I called Samsung they were like "uuhhhh, I don't know".

Also, would be interested in figuring this out...I heard the Zagg protectors suck with device (along with all other wet application protectors). Anyone with a Spigen care to comment?
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In my experience the cheap ones from ebay are the best. They are smooth and if it peels up (which I've never had happen in 2 years) or you don't get it on perfect, you probably got 5 for $5 anyway so it is not a big deal.
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Deltatko said:
In my experience the cheap ones from ebay are the best. They are smooth and if it peels up (which I've never had happen in 2 years) or you don't get it on perfect, you probably got 5 for $5 anyway so it is not a big deal.
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This. Look for PET protectors. That or is all I buy....ttypically you can get tons of them for cheap on ebay
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Here's what I use, and can't even tell there's anything there, and it doesn't effect the span functionality at all. I'm still on the first one. I bought a spigen ultra clear while waiting for these because I thought the shipper was was drop shipping the from china but they need up getting to me the next day which was like 6 days total I think. Needless to say I'll be selling the spigen when I get it.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/6x-Premium-...-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-II-2-N7100-/370669378143
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Jcossack88 said:
Also, would be interested in figuring this out...I heard the Zagg protectors suck with device (along with all other wet application protectors). Anyone with a Spigen care to comment?
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I have a Spigen ultra clear as I did on my EVO LTE. The screen protector is really easy to apply with no wet application necessary. They look crystal clear, you cant even tell its there, and the only thing is that you have to wipe off fingerprints every now and again, which is the case with any screen protector. The screen protector feels great to the touch and does not affect the S-pen or sensors in any way that I can tell. I must warn that the screen protector does cover the whole screen but not necessarily the whole glass surface as there is probably a millimeter or two left uncovered on each side. It really is not noticeable or any thing to worry about. In my opinion, this screen protector is far superior to the cheap ones, which in themselves aren't too bad.
I recently sold my EVO LTE and the guy was shocked that there was a screen protector on the phone as he could not tell. He commented later that he didn't even know that they sold screen protectors that you could not see....lol....

threestripebrand, that looks almost like the default protector without the note 2 logo. is it sort of a harder smooth plastic? not like the rubbery feel ultra soft/flexible ones? because if so i'll order as soon as I get confirmation from you.

babyarm85 said:
threestripebrand, that looks almost like the default protector without the note 2 logo. is it sort of a harder smooth plastic? not like the rubbery feel ultra soft/flexible ones? because if so i'll order as soon as I get confirmation from you.
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No zagg rubbery feel at all. Not even noticable. You wont be disappointed.
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Thanks! Just ordered it.

Screen protector

I got my gnex for a quite time now and finally it got scratch. It's not big one, but it annoys me. Now I'm in for a screen protector. Since I dont knowanything about them, can you recommend me some good ones that has good features like sun light reflect, no fingerprints, unoticable, etc. (I dunno, those kind of stuff). and if possible link on ebay
cheers

I use the skinomi tech skin.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OTKTMQ/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's a good wet application screen protector, with the screen on you can't even see it.
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I use the skinomi tech skin.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OTKTMQ/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's a good wet application screen protector, with the screen on you can't even see it.
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I'm going to purchase this because you said it's a good one! Well no but seriously, I'm going to look around some more so if anyone knows any protectors that can back it up I'll take a look. But as it stands, I'll probably be buying this one

I bought an awesome pack of three on Amazon when I first got my GNex, let me see if I can find them in my purchase history.
They're anti-glare, and you can't see your fingerprints because they have a matte finish.
EDIT: Here they are...

I'm using the Herdanon protector. It's amazing. I forget it's there.
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Zagg invisible shield. Tricky application, but if you do it right it looks amazing on the device
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I use the cheap ones off ebay. I just bought a batch of 3 anti glare matte finish ones for a few bucks. I really dont feel the need for the expensive ones.

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I'm using the Herdanon protector. It's amazing. I forget it's there.
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where did you buy the screen protector? I searched it on google but found no results

I use the Zagg shield.
I had a decent sized not really noticeable to anyone but me scratch and it covered it up. Also fingerprints are easier to wipe off.
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JobberMP said:
I use the Zagg shield.
I had a decent sized not really noticeable to anyone but me scratch and it covered it up. Also fingerprints are easier to wipe off.
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I use zagg too but I cheat.. I make the vzw sales people put them on for me cause I suck
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i prefer the 3 for 1$ you get from ebay.
everytime it get scratched you just replace it for a new one

My bad. I confused the names of the screen protector and cover. My screen protector is the Steinheil Ultra Crystal. Its not cheap, but I can't tell the difference between it and glass.
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I would recommend all screen protectors by SGP
They're way more expensive, but in my opinion it's worth (Steinheil Ultra Oleophobic , would be a good choice)
Also for more protection than just a piece of plastic, i use the fantom glass screen protector which is also pretty nice.

TheDangy said:
I bought an awesome pack of three on Amazon when I first got my GNex, let me see if I can find them in my purchase history.
They're anti-glare, and you can't see your fingerprints because they have a matte finish.
EDIT: Here they are...
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+1 for this. I have used several other screen protectors (ZAGG, Spigen, Clarivue and a couple of others), and this one, while not the easiest to get on, works great. Great feel and I like the way the screen looks when it is on. Because it is a matte protector, it is not invisible, but no real orange peel and it is not sticky at all - great finger feel on the screen! And cheap as well!

I hated any screen protector that I put on my Galaxy Nexus, after buying it I put on an Xtremeguard wet apply full body, after 4 months, I took it of.
Screen protectors suck and reduce the usability on the phones at times, some of them are pretty sticky or not as slippery and smooth as the glass.
PIE from AOSPA has never been so easily, I still use a case, but I bought my phone to actually use it, and I've been affecting my usability by babying it. It'll be so worth it unless you're really that paranoid about a scratch here and there.

No screen protector doesn't work for me. I work in a machine shop and metal chips find their way in my pockets daily. I prefer the non anti-glare 3 pack from Walmart or target. I forget the brand but they're cheap enough and don't interfere with usability.
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