So... I've had my GN2 for exactly 2 weeks. I got a flip cover bundled with it, I figured the combination of the cover and my pocket would be sufficient protection from scratches. I clean the cover constantly to make sure there's no grit on it, and I wipe down the screen a couple times a day, because with my Galaxy S, I started noticing little knicks right away.
Checked the screen yesterday... aaaaand it's scratched. They're very light scratches, but they're long, and the screen has never touched anything but my finger, the pen, and the felt cover. For a device that's meant for use with a stylus, and especially for one with such a huge screen, I expected more.
Honestly, I think a screen protector would cover the scratches up. Long story short, if you're a stickler for surface quality, don't trust Gorilla Glass. I'm really surprised that this is still an issue. We're on what now, gorilla glass 4?
Well its GorillaGlass 2 on our devices
And However annoying, hairline scratches, (the ones visible only by angling your device at a light source for reflection) are perfectly normal.
I myself have actually taken a scalpel to gorilla glass in the past and left nothing more than hairline scratches indistinguishable from the other barely noticeable ones.
Old style glass (or iPhone glass) would've been done for
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If you expect perfection you should have a screen protector like me. I'm exactly the same way, and I had the screen protectors before I had my phone. Gorilla glass can be EASILY scratched by sand. It's just a fact of life. If it's the same hardness or harder than the Gorilla glass you can scratch it with it. And sand is usually quartz, which is the same hardness as gorilla glass.
if it's in your pocket, maybe a sand or something like it, you know that sand is pretty much stronger than metals.
Sounds like some grit got into a pocket. The stuff doesn't magically scratch itself.
Ok, update. I realized that the scratches are right where I slide my thumb to unlock the phone. I'm gonna guess that the Note has some kind of extra coating for smoother stylus use, which isn't as hard as the glass itself. I can't decide if this warrants a screen protector, which could sacrifice clarity and pen usability.
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Ok, update. I realized that the scratches are right where I slide my thumb to unlock the phone. I'm gonna guess that the Note has some kind of extra coating for smoother stylus use, which isn't as hard as the glass itself. I can't decide if this warrants a screen protector, which could sacrifice clarity and pen usability.
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you can always get glass protector like GLAS.t and you won't sacrifice clarity or pen usability.
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Ok, update. I realized that the scratches are right where I slide my thumb to unlock the phone. I'm gonna guess that the Note has some kind of extra coating for smoother stylus use, which isn't as hard as the glass itself. I can't decide if this warrants a screen protector, which could sacrifice clarity and pen usability.
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Screen protector dose not bother S-pen, or clarity on the screen.
These are what I use. And they're guaranteed for life!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AGABISW/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1365183403&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
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I just looked at the screen in the sun. There's a scratch for just about every time I've unlocked the phone, so either I'm growing cubic zirconium out of my skin, or something's wrong here. Not that growing cubic zirconium out of my skin would be normal.
Thanks for the suggestions. Hopefully the adhesive of the scene protector will fill in the scratches.
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So... I've had my GN2 for exactly 2 weeks. I got a flip cover bundled with it, I figured the combination of the cover and my pocket would be sufficient protection from scratches. I clean the cover constantly to make sure there's no grit on it, and I wipe down the screen a couple times a day, because with my Galaxy S, I started noticing little knicks right away.
Checked the screen yesterday... aaaaand it's scratched. They're very light scratches, but they're long, and the screen has never touched anything but my finger, the pen, and the felt cover. For a device that's meant for use with a stylus, and especially for one with such a huge screen, I expected more.
Honestly, I think a screen protector would cover the scratches up. Long story short, if you're a stickler for surface quality, don't trust Gorilla Glass. I'm really surprised that this is still an issue. We're on what now, gorilla glass 4?
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Yup, sand is tougher than the glass on any cellphone I've used so far. I hate screen protectors, but after the mess I made of my Galaxy Nexus and Iphone 4, I didn't even leave the mall without half ass putting a cheap screen protector on.
+1 on Screen protector. I also waited 1 week before I started using my note2 just to wait for my case to arrive. Oh that was a very tough waiting period.
I don't use my spen too much either.. came from skyrocket so I'm accustomed to just using my fingers.
No screen protectors don't sacrifice clarity or pen usability
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Weird, haven't used a screen protector on my Note or S3 and no issues here. Did the angeling in the light and everything. I guess I am that lucky?
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I work in a steel fabrication area, with microscopic dust particles everywhere. And to my surprise no scratch damage is present.
There is no screen protector on the device, and I never wipe the screen at work.
When I get home, I'll shower then use the damp towel to clean the device.
So far the glass seems okay.
The stories of this glass being soft are puzzling me a bit, as they seem to swing wildly to both ends of the quality spectrum.
I suppose only time will tell for me on this one. But so far it's doing well. ...g
I use outterbox and also a screen protector, and I haven't notice lost of anything. Only thing i don't like is outter box screen sometimes gets humidity in it.
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Does any one had scratches appearing on the screens glass of the Galaxy Nexus?
, few days back i have noticed one noticeable scratch on the screen , strange as i am treating my Nexus very carefully.
My galaxy S which has the gorilla glass never had scratches and it is now more than 6 months old.
Little bit disappointing as it is very new phone with couple of weeks use. who know if there will be more scratches in the future!! Hope not
Just dropped mine 5ft to the pavement landed face first and the battery cover came off. It's still flawless I don't know how but it is.... I was expecting it to be cracked but I'm pretty impressed!
Yeah, I've got a few scratches. Check out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1364252
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I have mine in my pocket all the time and it's perfectly fine,not even one scratch.
i used my gn with the screen film still on it for over a week until i got my screen protectors in the mail, no glass screen is unscratchable/unbreakable. there are plenty of substances around that will scratch gorilla glass (eg sand) and if even a tiny bit ends up in your pocket, better have a screen protector!
Yea my original G2x had 2 tiny micro scratches on it. Not noticable unless viewing a white background, more commonly when viewing webpages before they fully load.
The LG Updater bricked mine and got an exchange. Haven't had a problem with my new one but just goes to show.
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i used my gn with the screen film still on it for over a week until i got my screen protectors in the mail, no glass screen is unscratchable/unbreakable. there are plenty of substances around that will scratch gorilla glass (eg sand) and if even a tiny bit ends up in your pocket, better have a screen protector!
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Wise advice here, but nobody sells screen protectors for the nexus where I am. I've ordered some online and I'll be taking it to a professional to get stuck on (every time I do it I leave bubbles; yes I've watched numerous instructional videos alas I cannot do it) - I've only ordered three protectors, hopefully that is more than enough.
All the screen (even Gorilla) would have chance to get scratches...
always get a screen protector for your couple-hundred phone
Yeah I'm gonna have to get some too. I always take extreme care of my phones (whether in my pocket or out) and it already has a small, yet noticeable scratch on the bottom. Definitely need a ZAGG or the like
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3 scratches here.
I'm tired of hearing people say even gorilla glass will scratch blah blah blah. Gorilla glass has proven to me to be infinitely more scratch proof than the glass on the Nexus. Like 100 fold over. After a while I was treating my Vibrant like it was bullet proof. Throwing it across the room, dropping it scores of times, putting it into my pocket with keys, etc etc... and to this day - "not one scratch on it", not one! For those who think sand in your pocket would scratch gorilla glass, you better think again. Obviously there will be rare occassions where it would happen but for the most part, it'll survive without any issues.
My nexus on the hand has been babied to death and less than a week into owning it, 3 scratches.
I will never, EVER buy a phone without gorilla glass again.
I've been rocking my Incredible since day one without screen protection and it's still mint. (besides a complete crack in upper right corner (in an area that is beyond the display) from one of the worse drops, which was more of a drunken throw). I really hope that the Nexus can handle my lifestyle, but sounds like this thread is reporting mixed reviews. I refuse to wear a condom so I hope I get one of the good ones...
p.s. I surf alot in the summer and sand all over but still no scratches. I guess it has to hit with the right angle and friction???
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One grain of sand or salt + friction (i.e. pocket) and even the Gorilla Glass 2 on the RAZR gets scratched.
You can run a key across the screen all day long, but it only take a granule of something to etch a deep scratch.
If u get a decent screen protector and install it well (I know it ain't easy) it will look/feel as good as the naked glass, and then u dont have to worry - and in a year when u pull it off, the glass will be PERFECT. Small price to pay. The Galaxy Nexus is so thin that with a slim TPU case it's still crazy thin, and you will keep it in perfect condition
I agree Gorilla is scratchable but much harder to get scratched than other glass.
Does anyone have suggestion of good screen protector? And from where to get?
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I agree Gorilla is scratchable but much harder to get scratched than other glass.
Does anyone have suggestion of good screen protector? And from where to get?
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I'm currently using the Verizon ones, but just ordered some SGP Olephobic ones:
http://www.sgpstore.com/cell-phone/...-nexus-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
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I'm currently using the Verizon ones, but just ordered some SGP Olephobic ones:
http://www.sgpstore.com/cell-phone/...-nexus-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
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I'm sorry to say, but you should have ordered the SGP Flex instead. The Ultra Oleophobic ones don't extend to the edge of the screen, because they use the dry adhesive method, and if they went right to the edge of the curved screen they would peel.
Frankly, it looks pretty ugly having a band around the edge that's not covered. Plus, because they don't extend to the edges, it's much more noticeable if you get it off centre.
As mentioned in the other thread i have a couple of tiny scratches after 3 weeks of use and never ever putting anything else in my pocket with it. Disappointing.
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3 scratches here.
I'm tired of hearing people say even gorilla glass will scratch blah blah blah. Gorilla glass has proven to me to be infinitely more scratch proof than the glass on the Nexus. Like 100 fold over. After a while I was treating my Vibrant like it was bullet proof. Throwing it across the room, dropping it scores of times, putting it into my pocket with keys, etc etc... and to this day - "not one scratch on it", not one! For those who think sand in your pocket would scratch gorilla glass, you better think again. Obviously there will be rare occassions where it would happen but for the most part, it'll survive without any issues.
My nexus on the hand has been babied to death and less than a week into owning it, 3 scratches.
I will never, EVER buy a phone without gorilla glass again.
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Couldn't agree more. I was the same way with both my Fascinate and now my charge. Neither device has gotten a single scratch.
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3 scratches here.
I'm tired of hearing people say even gorilla glass will scratch blah blah blah. Gorilla glass has proven to me to be infinitely more scratch proof than the glass on the Nexus. Like 100 fold over. After a while I was treating my Vibrant like it was bullet proof. Throwing it across the room, dropping it scores of times, putting it into my pocket with keys, etc etc... and to this day - "not one scratch on it", not one! For those who think sand in your pocket would scratch gorilla glass, you better think again. Obviously there will be rare occassions where it would happen but for the most part, it'll survive without any issues.
My nexus on the hand has been babied to death and less than a week into owning it, 3 scratches.
I will never, EVER buy a phone without gorilla glass again.
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Sand will scratch sand will scratch sand will scratch sand. What do I mean by that? ALL glass (including Gorilla Glass and its differently arranged superficial crystalline structure) is the same molecule- SiO2 or "silica." Is there variation within silica? - yes, but minutely.
[good read: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohs_scale_of_mineral_hardness Geology and Mineralogy have huge unrealized relevancy in everyday life- just like under-appreciated physics] The variation will not give silica the hardness of say, "topaz" (at 8 on the scale), but rather is usually due to impurities (additional minerals) that weaken it down to ~ 6 or so. Gorilla Glass seems to be a purified silica, maxing out at 7 hardness. Quartz crystals (what we call "sand") also usually sits at 7 (chemical weathering can both purify and contaminate depending upon the situation), and do not have to be just "sand" like beach/desert sand. Sand is a size classification, you also have "silt" which is just smaller (down to microscopic) quartz crystals, and is "aerial saltating" (airborne- carried by the air but not in solution with it). Many other minerals may be present in the "cloud" that hovers about <50' from the earth's surface due to weathering that will scratch just about anything, so "grit" is a huge issue for ANY screen. Gorilla Glass is nicer than other glass types (although according to the Vickers scale Corning uses, not by much), but it is not invincible and items that can/will scratch are much too common to be flippantly dismissed. Also good reads in these comments: http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/mfskn/galaxy_nexus_no_gorilla_glass_no_problem/
Buy a screen protector, even if you have Gorilla Glass...
Just get a high end screen protector like xoskins on there. They fill in scratches. Their video shows it pretty well http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoMRO4OiXw4
I've seen a number of threads about the screen scratch issues, but i am struggling to work out the proportion of people suffering from it.
Does your Galaxy Nexus have any screen scratches?
If you don't have a scratched screen and can post to say if you take any special care with it (like keeping it on a pouch, screen protector etc...)
I have 2 deep scratches.
They are the length of the diameter of the circle exposing the front facing camera.
They're probably from sand that I was around when on holiday.
I highly doubt I would have any noticeable scratches if I didn't expose it to sand.
I was going to return it to the store I bought it from and tell them there was something wrong with it so they'd give me a new clean one, but I'm okay with it now and I returned to the UK 3 days after the 28 day return/exchange policy so I couldn't do anything anyway.
Anyone know any way I could easily mask these scratches? They're on the left bezel so they don't interfere with the screen but I'd like to mask them anyway.
No scratch, no screen protector (hate those things).
just put on a cheap ebay screen protector and you'll be set
nothing to make a big fuss about for some scratches when it can be easily prevented with a $2 screen protector
even Gorilla grass gets scratches too
Have you found your screen protector has stayed on correctly? From my past experience they seem to start peeling from the corners.
I really want a Galaxy Nexus, but I know my OCD will really get to me if I get a scratch on the screen.
My phones with Gorilla Glass have never had any scratches whatsoever. This is my third phone too. I carry it either in my pocket or man purse lol
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I doubt that. I've been using my sgs+ for 4 months and not a single scratch. My phone has been exposed to sand, dirt, even keys but no scatches
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I've had a few minor scratches in the bottom left corner of the screen due to the dropping it a month ago. Now, I've got 3 more, quite visible scratches on the screen. Despite the fact I dropped it once, I take care of my Nexie. I keep it in my pocket, without the keys. I don't have screen protector nor the case, pouch. My girlfriend who's got Desire S(no screen protector) has got no scratches on the screen, even though she keeps it in her purse.
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Yes, I dont use protector and I have two little scratches in the middle of the screen...
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I doubt that. I've been using my sgs+ for 4 months and not a single scratch. My phone has been exposed to sand, dirt, even keys but no scatches
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Gorilla glass is still just glass, its not magic, it can be easily scratched by something harder than glass. take a bit of sand and rub it on it and you will have a scratch.
I just got a small gouge in my screen, not even 1mm wide, near the middle some time yesterday. It's more of a chunk, then a scratch. Reminds me of a minor impact. My phone is in a holster, never my pocket. I was working on my car, and may have touched the screen with a less than clean hand that led to the scratch. About 1 week after the phone I got a small scratch near the top of the phone, out of the visible area.
I have a stenheil / sgpstore Oleophobic on the way. i was holding out for a Ultra Crystal by stenheil (best screen protectors ever made hands down IMHO) but it doesn't seem like they're going to make a crystal for the gnex due to the curved screen :-(
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I just got a small gouge in my screen, not even 1mm wide, near the middle some time yesterday. It's more of a chunk, then a scratch. Reminds me of a minor impact. My phone is in a holster, never my pocket. I was working on my car, and may have touched the screen with a less than clean hand that led to the scratch. About 1 week after the phone I got a small scratch near the top of the phone, out of the visible area.
I have a stenheil / sgpstore Oleophobic on the way. i was holding out for a Ultra Crystal by stenheil (best screen protectors ever made hands down IMHO) but it doesn't seem like they're going to make a crystal for the gnex due to the curved screen :-(
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LOL! sorry its just you said you have a phone holster when your pocket is mere inches away.
anyway no screen protector but got scurve case for it, also have it in my pocket with nothing in it but a micro-fiber cloth because that's just how I roll. Also always leave it face down on a clean surface. (curved screen so screen doesn't touch the surface woohoo!!!!)
No scratches only had mine for a week though, no screen protector and just in a TPC case.
I have had my fascinate for a year with no scratches and plan to use Nexus same. Hopefully it stays scratch free.
I always keep it in my right front pocket, where nothing else ever goes in there.
Just sat on my nexus and ruined my... screen protector! Thank god... this would have definitely ruined my screen.
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No scratches only had mine for a week though, no screen protector and just in a TPC case.
I have had my fascinate for a year with no scratches and plan to use Nexus same. Hopefully it stays scratch free.
I always keep it in my right front pocket, where nothing else ever goes in there.
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Did the same thing with my gs2 and got serious scratches from grit.
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No scratches yet
I've had mine for 2 weeks now. Thankfully, no scratches yet. I was really worried about the glass on the Nexus with some of the forum threads I had come across. I was coming from an OG with Gorilla Glass.
So far, in 2 weeks of use (treated the same way as my OG Droid) I don't see even the slightest of scratches. I also love the oleophobic coating on the glass. It really does.wonders.
In comparison, my OG had a big scratch on the screen in the first 2 weeks of owning it, and it almost got me to switch to a screen protector. Not that it means that the glass on the OG was worse, but rather, that these things are all luck related. I'm sure that over 2 years of use, my SGN will also have scratches, just like my Droid did.
Gorilla glass/ reinforced glass is not magic. If you're unlucky, either can get scratched in a heartbeat, no matter how careful you are with your phone.
No screen protector and I have scratches on my screen.
I have some micro scratches on it from day 1 before i was able to apply a screen protector. Seems like the glass is not as hard as my old iPhone 4 where i used it w/o protector for over a week and it seems fine.
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I doubt that. I've been using my sgs+ for 4 months and not a single scratch. My phone has been exposed to sand, dirt, even keys but no scatches
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Believe it. My old G2x had 2 scratches on it. Luckily I had it replaced when an update bricked it. First phone with a Gorilla screen and the only phone that got scratches. Sand and dust are destructive on them. Knives and keys... not so much.
This time I put a screen protector on. XO for me... and a case. No chances.
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So, are there any methods of masking scratches after they appear?
I just got my phone a month ago and I take very good care of it. In fact my old Nexus S which I had for 10 months with no screen protector doesn't have any scratches on the screen. And it's worth pointing out that the Nexus S doesn't even use Gorilla Glass, let alone the Gorilla Glass 2 that's in the GS3.
I have noticed a series of fine scratches appearing near the bottom of the display. A friend of mine from Ottawa also got an S3 about 3 weeks ago and he also mentioned he has scratches on his screen and he has no idea how they got there.
The body of the phone is also quite soft, and the other week I accidentally dropped it on my wooden patio deck and it dented the edge of the phone on the lower right side, exposing the black plastic under the pearl-blue finish.
Could this be a manufacturing issue and/or defective Corning Glass? Samsung has noted they have received a higher than anticipated return of S3's since the launch. Please post your feedback so far with the Galaxy S3.
I should note that I absolutely love this phone, and it performs incredibly at everything else it does. No complaints at all, except of course my issues with the screen. I'll be taking it in to a Samsung Service center in the GTA in the coming week or two to get a full analysis.
Note: I've attached 2 images of the scratches on my display.
I have a screen prot. on mine since I bought it, so no idea how it is without it. my camera glass or whatever has two very fine scratches on it though. And I baby this thing like crazy. Usually have it in a pocket and with nothing with it.
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I got some very fine micro abrasions on my screen before I put a screen protector on it (only took about 3 days for that to happen). Despite the fact that this is gorilla glass I think a screen protector is essential.
Nope mine is still pristine. I never put it in a pocket with anything that has enough hardness to scratch it. My zippo, keys, loose change, etc... Its always either by its self or with my leather wallet at most.
Yup, I have some very tiny scratches I didn't even know were there until I was using my phone in sunlight. I'm pretty amazed how they even got their considering I baby the phone like mad. I think Gorrila Glass 2 is just better at hiding scratches.
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Nope mine is still pristine. I never put it in a pocket with anything that has enough hardness to scratch it. My zippo, keys, loose change, etc... Its always either by its self or with my leather wallet at most.
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i dont get how people that have a top of the line 800$ phone don't buy a simple 2$ screen protector. Gorilla glass is scratch resistant, but anything harder or equal hardness will scratche the screen. Sand which is made of fine glass particles will scratch the phone in your pocket and thos tiny particles are practically everywhere. If you dont have a screen protector, i hope you have gotten your lesson.
5 screen protector for 4$!!! Wake up people!!! http://www.ebay.ca/itm/5X-clear-scr...tDomain_210&hash=item2a20d1e896#ht_2944wt_964
My has a few tiiiinny scratches that appeared after a calling trip. Those dont matter anymore since I recently had my first drop and had the screen crack pretty bad..
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My has a few tiiiinny scratches that appeared after a calling trip. Those dont matter anymore since I recently had my first drop and had the screen crack pretty bad..
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I have some fine scratches too. Ordered the Defender but it is on delay so I have been waiting weeks to get it...
out the gate i had a screen protector and a case. I cant let anything bad happen to my baby..
Those scratches are pretty visible. Defective screen, perhaps? Either that or you had some majorly sharp sand particles in your pocket and applied significant pressure to them against the glass.
I've had mine for >1 month now. I keep it in my pocket with keys and occasionally coins, and not a single scratch on the glass surface. However, I do have a metric ton of scratches on the plastic back cover! Gorilla glass can take a beating as long as the items that are rubbing against it aren't some sort of crystal (think quartz in sand) or some sort of extremely tough metal (think tungsten).
Edit: derp, forgot to mention that I don't use screen protectors or cases on my phones.
It's not scratch proof only scratch resistant. There a difference
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It's not scratch proof only scratch resistant. There a difference
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I'm aware the phone is not scratch proof, I've owned a number of android and iOS devices. This is the first time however, I've seen scratches appear out of nowhere. None of my other devices used a screen-protector and none of them scratched, that goes for a Samsung Galaxy S, Samsung Nexus S, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, iPhone 4, and iPad v1.0.
Apparently the screen of the GS3 is very sensitive to scratches and necessitates getting a screen-protector. This will be the first phone I've had to get one for.
You should need to use sand or a similar substance to scratch gorilla glass. My sg3 looks mint, and I have never used any sort of protector on it - and I have it in my pocket with my keys sometimes.
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It's not scratch proof only scratch resistant. There a difference
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I remember when Gorrilla Glass was new on phones and people were doing scratch tests. I was bold enough to do one on my Galaxy S - I tried to scratch the screen up with my keys. Never got a single scratch.
The Galaxy S3 on the hand, I don't know what's wrong with it lol. It must be really prone to scratches as I can't even recall a single time a relatively sharp object has even been near the screen.
Damn, those are some deep scratches considering you have no idea how they got there. I've only got the SGSII & I put a zagg on it the 1St day I got it & I have 2 case mate cases, 4 tpu case in various Vol, two aluminium back case things & 3 bumpers, 2 plastic/rubber the other metal. Over my 2 year contract this fone will end up,costing me around 2k, so your damn skippy Ima protect it better than my child.
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No issues. Naked but carried in a belt case. I don't put out in my pocket to avoid sand or other debris.
I am having micro abrasion issues as well. First Gorilla Glass phone I have had this issue with, previously my HOX, Gnote,,sgs hercules,Optimus LTE, SGS2, Razr, atrix etc have never had this problem. I m inclined to to think it is a first run manufacturing problem on the new process, or that Gorilla Glass 2 is prone to micro abrasions.
As for the the blah blah blah buy a screen protector rants, the reason i buy 800$ phones is to be able to touch the screen and have the best interface experience, if i wanted a dampened plastic screen and refracted light i wouldnt buy the newest phones out there. If it meets your needs, awesome, but not all of us are looking for the same experience, so please refrain from the obvious.
Don't get a screen protector, get a nice rubber skin, I got a $5 one from amazon, dropped twice on pavement from 5+ ft, and no marks anywhere.
Screen protectors compromise screen sensitivity (noticeable if you use a stylus) and don't protect the rest of your phone.
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Do buy screen protector. U'll be glad u did.
Was just curious if anyone not using any screen protector at all and if it's doing pretty good with avoiding scratches
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I've had mine for a couple of months now without a screen protector. No scratches or marks on the screen at all. It is kept in a flip cover case though and in transport that fits inside a padded 10inch netbook pouch.
Thank you
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Have had mine since mid August, been going bareback the whole time, no scratches whatsoever. Dog even stepped on the glass, no problem
Well there was a huge argument on whether note has a gorilla glass or not but one thing was clear it had a pretty good scratch resistant glass that said and done no glass is fully scratch resistant and hence precaution is better then cure.
For the cost of a skin/protector its really no contest .
Aids resale value as well .
SGS 1 and 2 covered and sold for a good price .
Screen protector has already saved SGS3 from scratches after dropping on gravel .
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I don't have any screen protector on and mine still looks flawless (bought on release day). I don't keep mine in contact with gravel, though.
No protector here. No scratches in two months. Have mine in a case though. Like someone said it can't hurt to get one, but the screen is pretty durable.
No screen protector on mine ^_^
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i'm not worried about a screen protector, i dropped my samsung gakaxy S2 on gravel once and picked it up, it didn't have a scratch on it, no joke, i'm confident the note 10.1 will be just as good.
believe it or not never used a screen protector in my life
I can't bare to use a screen protector on such a pretty screen..
I only screen protect my mobile devices to guard from pocket scratches.
The Note 10.1 doesn't fit in any of my pockets.
Phones always
Tablets never
I got a small scratch on mine the first week I had it. Some kind of microscopic bit of grit got on the screen and the pen picked it up while I was drawing. I felt it happen and stopped before it became a big scratch. Now I have a screen protector. The glass is NOT scratch proof. You might luck out and never get a scratch, but don't be fooled into thinking it can't happen.
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I've put a matte screen protector on mine not to protect it from scratches but to reduce the smudges and fingerprints on the screen. It also helps reduce the slippery feeling when drawing or writing on the screen, but that's just me.
Reiman76 said:
I've put a matte screen protector on mine not to protect it from scratches but to reduce the smudges and fingerprints on the screen. It also helps reduce the slippery feeling when drawing or writing on the screen, but that's just me.
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I'm curious - does the s-pen leave behind marks on the matte protector? Or does it depend on which tip you use? I recently ordered some matte protectors because I liked the feeling of my s pen on my phone screen (which has a matte protector) but it left behind some marks that i had to wipe away with my fingers. Also, I would assume that matte protectors are slightly abrasive, which would cause the tip to wear out much faster? Any thoughts?
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I'm curious - does the s-pen leave behind marks on the matte protector? Or does it depend on which tip you use? I recently ordered some matte protectors because I liked the feeling of my s pen on my phone screen (which has a matte protector) but it left behind some marks that i had to wipe away with my fingers. Also, I would assume that matte protectors are slightly abrasive, which would cause the tip to wear out much faster? Any thoughts?
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Hi all, would like to share my thoughts. Been using both sgp screen protector before: cystal clear & matt.
am using black rubber tip but both sp are way too rough. Decided to go naked on the screen and its really comfortable on spen for both tips now.
While using white tips, both sp works smooth and fine but it just doest feel as good as naked.
Tried a screen protector, no good - bubbles and dust everywhere. Much better to get a good quality cover/case I think.
I'm currently using the stock Samsung sleeve. No screen protector. No scratches or issue.
Mmm im glad i put a screen protector on. One time i put imy gn10.1 on top of a mattress(my sisters room was being remodeled) and i wanted to keep it away from the puppy so i put it up there. The mattress was up against the wall behind the coach btw, I know im not the smartest when it comes to common sense haha. Anyways for somereason it fell and i nearly had a panic attack. Apparently there was like a metal heater thing underneath it with sharp metal edges. So when i picked it up it cut right throught the protector and pulled it back leaving some of the screen exposed. I havent changed rhe protector yet but i could only imagine that if i didnt have one on thered be a huge deep scratch and the screen would be useless . Ive never actually cut through a screen protector before... only slight scratch marks. Its one of those thick ones too(zaggs?)
But its good to note that im careless with my electronics so a screen protector is a must. Ive already dropped my gn2 like 3 times in 3 weeks... sad i know. But i guess if u dont seem to drop ur electronics all that often then there really isnt a huge risk. And i dont mind having a screen protector on, to me ive just gotten used to it like nothing is there. And on my samsung infuse 4g i dropped it probably 200+ times not even kidding. never once scratched the screen(although i made a big dent on the edges). I just swear by protectors . However its also probably good to note that i think the water damage(3 times revived), shock from all those drops, etc is what damaged my infuse.... it was barely working when i traded it in for my gn2 after 20mo?. So now i use a case too with my gn2 haha....
Actually screen protectors always give me a peace of mind. After dropping my infuse several hundred times i knew everything would be okay and the screen wont get damaged.
So i thought that i should share my experience what could happen if u dont use a screen protector. .
Bare naked screen looks new but I can't say the plastic does... Scratched and dented.
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Well, I've had my nexus 5 for little over 2 months now, and the screen is just covered with surface scratches. It's really annoying as I have never dropped the phone, or left it in my pocket with my keys, nevertheless, despite my best efforts the screen is riddled in micro scratches only visible in the sun. Is there any way I can remove these easily? or could I use a screen protector to hide them? Also, isn't gorilla glass 3 supposed to be scratch resistant, because from what I've seen it's really not.
Any help would be much appreciated.
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Well, I've had my nexus 5 for little over 2 months now, and the screen is just covered with surface scratches. It's really annoying as I have never dropped the phone, or left it in my pocket with my keys, nevertheless, despite my best efforts the screen is riddled in micro scratches only visible in the sun. Is there any way I can remove these easily? or could I use a screen protector to hide them? Also, isn't gorilla glass 3 supposed to be scratch resistant, because from what I've seen it's really not.
Any help would be much appreciated.
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Since you posted in this section and didn't use a (?), I thought you where providing a magic product to erase scratches
You can hide/reduce visibility of some or many of them with a screen protector but not all.
+1 to above. Matte screen protector helps a bit. Depends if it's your thing though.
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Since you posted in this section and didn't use a (?), I thought you where providing a magic product to erase scratches
You can hide/reduce visibility of some or many of them with a screen protector but not all.
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Sorry about that, but yeah, i think I may pick up one of those invisible shields, but these scratches are quite thin and light. so who knows i guess we'll wait and see.
For microscratches pretty much any screen protector will do.
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I'll echo the above sentiments. I had (well, have) a barely noticeable, yet nonetheless aggravating scratch, about a centimeter in length, toward the bottom of my display. A regular plastic (non-matte) screen protector solved that issue, as well as completely hiding a giant 'permanent' smudge caused by my oleophobic coating wearing off (but that's another story). So you'll hopefully be good to go.
Metals don't scratch glass. Sand particles do.
If the tiny scratches that can only be viewed at a certain angle under strong light when the screen is off irritate you that much, you may have to use a plastic screen protector and change it every 3 days, or a glass protector and change it every few months.
Gorilla Glass 3 is already the most scratch-resistant thing you can normally get for your phone. Any protectors will scratch worse than it.
There is no way to remove the scratches without damaging the oleophobic layer. A way to "remove" the scratch is to use toothpaste, but that actually scratches the sides of the scratch to "flatten" it. The oleophobic layer will be damaged and you will leave bad smudges on that area.
The best way is to buy a Nexus 5 front frame from eBay and replace it.
timothyung said:
you may have to use a plastic screen protector and change it every 3 days
The best way is to buy a Nexus 5 front frame from eBay and replace it.
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Wow isnt 3days too often? I would say with a good quality screen protector it should at least be good for 3-6months.
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Wow isnt 3days too often? I would say with a good quality screen protector it should at least be good for 3-6months.
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Glass protectors yes, but no matter how good quality a plastic screen protector is, the hardness is still only 4H max, meaning micro scratches can build up pretty soon. I mean those tiny, tiny scratches that you can hardly notice unless under the sun.