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[Help] Annoying screen protector

Hello everyone. I've got this screen protector of the ebay, and it works fine. But there is one negative - It refuses to stick on the edges no matter what I do.
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What can I do to make it stick?

I wonder whether those are artifacts/irregularities on protection screens or screen itself. I had "spots" in weird places on Wildfire that wouldn't go away.
I figure either live with it or try other screen protector. Especially different brand.

el_bhm said:
I wonder whether those are artifacts/irregularities on protection screens or screen itself. I had "spots" in weird places on Wildfire that wouldn't go away.
I figure either live with it or try other screen protector. Especially different brand.
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Since I had six of those, I glued one onto my laptop to test - same thing, edges refuse to stick. I guess after all Ill go to verizon store, will buy iPhone screen protector ( anti glare one for iPhone is superb) and cut it for mt4g
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You should try some other screen protectors. The screen protector I use is doing a great job. I'm sure you will find one too.

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You'd better buy a new one

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Does anyone else have a problem with fingerprints on their dhd screen?
When cleaning the screen the prints just smudge rather than wipe off.
I dont want to use any screen protectors due to air bubbles in them and reducing touchscreen sensitivity.
Does anyone have any tried and tested methods to reduce marks or at least an easy way of cleaning.
Thanks
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I've had a screen protector on my DHD for 9 months and it doesn't cause any issues and there are no bubbles. I went to an HTC store and let the "professional" install it. I'm sure the service will vary, but the guy that did mine really knew what he was doing. In fact he had trouble with the 1st film and threw it away and started over with a 2nd film, no extra charge.
I clean my screen almost daily using a cleaner made for glasses (the kind you wear) and wipe it with a cloth also for glasses. That doesn't appear to have had any adverse affect after 9 months.
Not sure if that helps...

twiztedvvv said:
Does anyone else have a problem with fingerprints on their dhd screen?
When cleaning the screen the prints just smudge rather than wipe off.
I dont want to use any screen protectors due to air bubbles in them and reducing touchscreen sensitivity.
Does anyone have any tried and tested methods to reduce marks or at least an easy way of cleaning.
Thanks
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I am using screen protector from day 1 on my Desire HD. Never had any issues.
I install it myself (this is like installing protectors for almost 5 years, and I change them in every 6 months)...
Use that, good for screen protection.

Thanks for the advice. Due to the cost I will buy some. If I don't like them I can throw them away without losing anything.
Are the screen protectors you use finger print resistant. And if so, are they actually resistant? Thanks
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twiztedvvv said:
Thanks for the advice. Due to the cost I will buy some. If I don't like them I can throw them away without losing anything.
Are the screen protectors you use finger print resistant. And if so, are they actually resistant? Thanks
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I Usually take them from ebay, they are cheap and work good for at-least few month.
Currently I am using screen protector which comes with case-mate barely there case, it is good one...

twiztedvvv said:
Thanks for the advice. Due to the cost I will buy some. If I don't like them I can throw them away without losing anything.
Are the screen protectors you use finger print resistant. And if so, are they actually resistant? Thanks
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Invisible shield is really good. Plus lifetime replacements and you can get professional installs
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I use Copter screen protectors. I think its far superior to anything else. Invisible shield is too thick and provides too much friction.

My experience is that screenprotecter is no need for, because when u treat your phone good and have a case and not keys in same pocket as your dhd then it will almost not get any scratches and the ones it get are not really visible to the eye.
Oh yeah I use the cleaning for glasses to clean the dhd, it works great but the screen will have fast finger prints again anyway.

Just to update.
i bought some screen protectors off ebay. £1.65. for10. So really cheap. Very slight reduction to sensitivity to touch screen. No problem though.
best of all no fingerprints (so far anyway )
thanks for the advice guys.
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Use a micro fibre cloth.

chasmo51 said:
Use a micro fibre cloth.
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micro fibre cloths proved no better than any other. a standard duster seemed best.

Have a little trick if you are applying the screen protector yourself.
Damp a clth and wipe the screen. After that there most probably wouldn't be any bubbles
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The guys at the HTC store use clear tape to hold one end of the film to allow lifting it easily if it's not quite right on the first try.
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How many people use screen protectors? Any like Gorilla Glass?

So I've had my HTC One X for a few months now and the minute I took it out of the box I put a screen protector on it, not wanting to get fingerprints on it before I put it on. I put it really well, and I kept it like that for a while til I got really fed up with the texture of the screen protector. I just took it off two days ago and it feels so much better! There really is nothing like gorilla glass. But I'm really paranoid about it and don't want it to get scratched, so I was wondering how many people use screen protectors on their HTC one Xs and how has that faired you, and also are there any screen protectors that feel just like gorilla glass?

I don't use a screen protector. Not yet. So far over 30 scraches and counting. The first few scratches were understandable (who would have guessed a pair of keys would rape the **** out of my display?) If it's the oleophobic coating that's being scratched then this is just ridiculous. he rest popped out of nowhere through normal use.

I think some OneXs just came out of a bad batch. My first OneX scratched way too easily, this second one I got (first started developing yellow spots) haven't gotten any scratches at all.

shadehh said:
I don't use a screen protector. Not yet. So far over 30 scraches and counting. The first few scratches were understandable (who would have guessed a pair of keys would rape the **** out of my display?) If it's the oleophobic coating that's being scratched then this is just ridiculous. he rest popped out of nowhere through normal use.
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Holy christ that would drive me mad @[email protected] Now I'm even more paranoid about having taken it off.
jonshipman said:
I think some OneXs just came out of a bad batch. My first OneX scratched way too easily, this second one I got (first started developing yellow spots) haven't gotten any scratches at all.
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How long have you had your second one for? And do you use a case?

See what I mean? It's not the first time i read about people's screens not being prone to scratches after getting a new handset. Even my friend who owns the one x has not got one single scratch. I'm starting to really get pissed off at htc.

shadehh said:
See what I mean? It's not the first time i read about people's screens not being prone to scratches after getting a new handset. Even my friend who owns the one x has not got one single scratch. I'm starting to really get pissed off at htc.
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Honestly I know how you feel. I've been disappointed a couple of times with my One X since I got it, in fact I only started being satisfied with it at all once I got rid of Sense. Hardware-wise, though, yeah it could be better, battery life and colors, even. I just hope that mine isn't one of the ones prone to scratches... I really can't afford another one right now, and I would totally buy one anyways @[email protected]

I never used a screen protector on my one x and i have it pretty much since it was released. Don't have a single scratch on my screen yet, the trick is to be careful and not putting the phone and the keys in the same pocket.
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PCServe said:
I never used a screen protector on my one x and i have it pretty much since it was released. Don't have a single scratch on my screen yet, the trick is to be careful and not putting the phone and the keys in the same pocket.
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Now that does make me feel better.

I use an Invisible Shield HD, and its near impossible to tell anything is on the phone. Only in direct sunlight is it visible, and that is only the edges that can be seen, only slightly. I also had 3 scratches on the screen, and they can't be seen anymore.
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So protectors help hide the scratches?
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PCServe said:
I never used a screen protector on my one x and i have it pretty much since it was released. Don't have a single scratch on my screen yet, the trick is to be careful and not putting the phone and the keys in the same pocket.
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Yeah I agree, no scratches on mine, BECAUSE I LOOK AFTER IT
I don't do stupid things like putting it in a pocket with other stuff and then wonder why it's scratched? That's like cleaning your car with a stone and then saying it's more prone to scratches than everyone else's car.
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I used my HTC sensation for 11 months with no screen protector and didn't have one scratch on it.
My HOX however I put a zagg screen protector on it straight away. I want to keep it in good condition for resale value in the future.
Apparently zagg have brought out a HD screen protector that doesn't have the orange peel touch effect, I'm searching everywhere but can't find these in the UK at the moment even though you can buy them from the zagg.com
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shadehh said:
So protectors help hide the scratches?
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They do it very well. I don't even remember where the scratches were.
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niklfc83 said:
I used my HTC sensation for 11 months with no screen protector and didn't have one scratch on it.
My HOX however I put a zagg screen protector on it straight away. I want to keep it in good condition for resale value in the future.
Apparently zagg have brought out a HD screen protector that doesn't have the orange peel touch effect, I'm searching everywhere but can't find these in the UK at the moment even though you can buy them from the zagg.com
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The HD Invisible Shield from Zagg is amazing and seriously invisible.
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Had my One X for 3 months and I've never had a screen protector on it or a case and it has no marks on it at all, just gets a little dirty cause I'm a mechanic.

SammyK300 said:
Had my One X for 3 months and I've never had a screen protector on it or a case and it has no marks on it at all, just gets a little dirty cause I'm a mechanic.
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Famous last words!...
I use a case (jelly) but not screen protector. I used a screen protector for about a month on my old desire hd and it was horrible. AND I forked out for an expensive one. Ruins the display and feels clammy to swype on. If you're careful, the screen doesn't get scratched really anyway, imo. It won't stop the screen cracking if you do drop it awkwardly either, which to me is the main worry.
Conclusion: If you bought your phone to enjoy it, don't get a screen protector 'cause they're horrible, if you didn't buy it to enjoy it, sell it and get yourself an old 3310.
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My one x is full of microscratches (the ones you can only see tilting your phone in direct sunlight).
I'm EXTRA careful with my phones, and I've never had this problem before with my other htc phones (diamond, diamond 2, HD2, DesireHD, Sensation) some people say it's the coating or whatever, there's even an online petition to ask htc to solve this problem.
Use a screen protector! This phone is extra sensible to microscratches, you've been warned.
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I have an invisible shield and highly recommend getting one.
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Using a Brando UltraClear screen protector, it's simply unbeatable. And yes, I did try Zagg's, Martin's, etc..

I work in a though enviroment from time to time so i don't wanna take any chances.
I use bestskinsever.com Best screenprotector I've ever had, and its much cheaper then the once from Zagg.com
Best Skins Ever are the bomb

easy screen scratching?

I moved from the iPhone 4 nd had zero screen scratches in the 2years I had it. I already got one on my s3 just wondering if anyone else noticed your screen scratched?

Nope...and should have a few by now glass seems legit so far
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ive been trying to scratch mine but it doesnt work. so i bought a matte screen protector bcuz i like the feel n called it a day

No problems here. My wife has a 4s and it has scratched easily. I guess YMMV....
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none yet but my screen does make a clicking noise at the top if you tap it

Found super fine scratches after two weeks and went with screen protector. First time in the last 4 phones.
Gorilla glass 2 isn't all its cracked up to be.

Nothing here. I cleaned up the screen for the first time after a month and it's just perfect... probably because i usually leave it in hit case while i don't use it.
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I had a iPhone 4s and my screen was scratched and how that happened I had no idea as I am always very careful. I got a galaxy s3 and had no screen scratch however my buddy got his s3 also and has a screen scratch so it depends If it has glass it can get scratched bottom line doesn't matter what phone it is or what type of glass. I would just get a screen protector to be safe like I did.
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fleurdelisxliv said:
none yet but my screen does make a clicking noise at the top if you tap it
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I have a similar issue, from time to time I feel like the top layer of the phone is detached somehow when it doesn't look like it and oddly enough when I randomly touch the top near the call speaker, you feel that little push to the phone, clicking it back into place

HOX is perfect while SG3 has a scratch
I've had my HTC One X longer then I have had my GS3 and for some reason the GS3 has a small scratch in the screen, while my One X screen is perfect. I thought both of these phones had gorilla 2 on them?

Intercrew said:
I have a similar issue, from time to time I feel like the top layer of the phone is detached somehow when it doesn't look like it and oddly enough when I randomly touch the top near the call speaker, you feel that little push to the phone, clicking it back into place
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Yea mine dont do that it just makes a sound! Took my case off and cant find any defects so i guess i can live with it. I did see where alot of ppl had the same issue if its an issue at all
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AllTheWay said:
I've had my HTC One X longer then I have had my GS3 and for some reason the GS3 has a small scratch in the screen, while my One X screen is perfect. I thought both of these phones had gorilla 2 on them?
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Same thing I've noticed comparing Galaxy Nexus to HTC Sensation and now GS3 with OneX. It seems Samsung puts a oleophobic coating on their phones which helps resist smudges, make them easier to clean. I believe this coating is what you see those fine scratches in. The glass itself is not getting scratched just this coating. I've only seen it on Samsung phones. My Nexus has these fine scratches that can only be seen in direct sunlight and can't be felt or affect the display in anyway. Same thing happened with my GS3 until I swapped it out for some other issue - this replacement GS3 I stuck a screen cover on it so I don't have to be bothered with the fine coating scratches.

mgawelek said:
I moved from the iPhone 4 nd had zero screen scratches in the 2years I had it. I already got one on my s3 just wondering if anyone else noticed your screen scratched?
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Yes, got scratch on a screen after less then a month of owning this. Owned original Galaxy S and Galaxy S2 and neither had any scratches in several years I had them.

mgawelek said:
I moved from the iPhone 4 nd had zero screen scratches in the 2years I had it. I already got one on my s3 just wondering if anyone else noticed your screen scratched?
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My iPhone 4 scratched. Both phones have same glass.
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YES mine has scratched easily! And I'm fairly careful with my phones and screens. My S1 and S2 were amazing and practically unscratchable but this phone dud come with a DIFFERENT VARIATION OF NEWER GORILLA GLASS. Can't find the article but it is different. My scratches aren't major but definitely there and came within 3 days...as well this phone is easier to crack the glass so be careful. I know one friend who easily cracked his and Rogers has stated they have had several returns already too. So take 'er easy on this phone. I now have screen protector which I never needed in past
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pchemerys said:
YES mine has scratched easily! And I'm fairly careful with my phones and screens. My S1 and S2 were amazing and practically unscratchable but this phone dud come with a DIFFERENT VARIATION OF NEWER GORILLA GLASS. Can't find the article but it is different. My scratches aren't major but definitely there and came within 3 days...as well this phone is easier to crack the glass so be careful. I know one friend who easily cracked his and Rogers has stated they have had several returns already too. So take 'er easy on this phone. I now have screen protector which I never needed in past
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Yes it's second generation gorilla glass. Maybe not as good as they thought. I bought a screen protector from att the day I bought mine.
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JayRolla said:
Yes it's second generation gorilla glass. Maybe not as good as they thought. I bought a screen protector from att the day I bought mine.
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Good call and I recommend ALL to get a screen protector.
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pchemerys said:
Good call and I recommend ALL to get a screen protector.
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For me personally it's bad call. Why get this top of the line phone with excellent screen and then put something on top of it which would make screen duller? This was never an issue with previous Galaxy S phones and Samsung screwed it up somehow with this iteration.

artisticcheese said:
For me personally it's bad call. Why get this top of the line phone with excellent screen and then put something on top of it which would make screen duller? This was never an issue with previous Galaxy S phones and Samsung screwed it up somehow with this iteration.
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I felt the same way when I had iPhone 4. Too off protection and in a month had very faint scratches. From there on always put on protection. It's like a condom. Yes makes it duller but always worth the protection. Lol
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Mine has 2 micro scratches. Plus a few nicks from dropping it off my shorts since it slides so easy. Case recommended... Waiting over a month for mine...

remove hairline scratches

This may seem like a dumb question and i have seen mixed results and various methods. I just bought a used GNex and didn't look at the screen close enough (deal was at night). The scratches are very thin and can only be seen in direct light, you have to look for the scratch most of the scratches expect one. Not noticeable with the screen on, they are very very thin.
Since its very minor it not to bad, but wondering if there is a way to "fill" it in with something. I have heard of Displex, Brasso, toothpaste, Banana and Banana Skin etc all claim to work on touchscreens. But this is an AMOLED screen and is made of glass as we all know.
I know toothpaste can be used on cars, headlights and CD's and actually have used it in the past. But never on a glass touchscreen.
Do you think any method would work?
I'm inclined to try toothpaste, but i heard the screen has a protective coding that will be removed from the screen if toothpaste is used.
The other idea I had which seems dumb is to use Zagg's solution and see many it will fill it in?
PS Yes I know the screen protect will work, but don't want to hide the scratches but rather fix them.

just live with them, end of story

There is no way to "fix" a scratch. It's an actual piece of glass missing. All that could be done would be to wear the entire screen down to that level, which is what the so called repair kits do. For obvious reasons you don't want to wear down the GNex screen.

Yea,there's nothing to do to fix it.you can hide it,but not fix it. You can on non touch screen gadgets,but not on SAMOLED.toothpaste wouldnt work,banana would just make your screen mute,and you for shure cannot brush it out with sandpaper then polish it. Live with it,believe me,99% of us in the Gnex forum have them,i wanted to cry when i noticed it,but its just not worthy. You will forget about it in a few days.

Mine has a tiny one on the lower left hand side of the screen, and it rarely bugs me anymore. You can only see it from certain angles. And trust me, I'm a freak about this stuff.

I have some of these. Because you actually have to look for them to see them I don't mind at all. If I could see them with the screen on then I'd be *****ing.

I'm just mad i didn't check the phone enough when I bought it, trusted the guy when he said it has no scratches. Well I'm not going to be using it. Its for my momma, paid $200 CAD which was alright.
The scratches are noticeable with the screen off in regular light, but not with the screen on.

If you want to use a screen protector, the wet apply ones fill in the scratch and make it harder to see.
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How did you guys scratch the screen? I don't have scratches at all...well after reading this thread I want to say I probably do and will find a few if I look closely enough...
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If you want to use a screen protector, the wet apply ones fill in the scratch and make it harder to see.
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Yeah thinking of getting a Zagg, hate the rubbery feel though. Any recommendations?

jebise101 said:
Yeah thinking of getting a Zagg, hate the rubbery feel though. Any recommendations?
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I've heard that GhostArmour is less rubbery and there's another brand called *exoskin*(not 100% sure of the name) I think which also makes a wet apply screen protector that's better then zagg.
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I recently purchased xoskin and it works quite well. Can't see the scratch on my screen at all. Watch their YouTube video.
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BrianKLV said:
I recently purchased xoskin and it works quite well. Can't see the scratch on my screen at all. Watch their YouTube video.
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Yeah generally the Wet screen protectors will "fill" in micro scratches. If im not mistaken xoskin gives a lifetime warranty as well right?