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Matte Screen Protector for Gnex

When I had my S2 I went through a lot of screen protectors, the one that I stuck with was the SGP Steinheil Matte series.
It was the only one that didn't give me a rainbow shimmer effect.
I want a matte screen protector for my Gnex but it seems SGP doesn't make one yet for the Gnex.
I bought a highly rated matte screen protector from Amazon called Sir Lancelot's Armor, and it sucked big time. I kept it for about 15 minutes before ripping it out.
Any hints guys?
I hate swyping with my glossy screen.

I know this is gonna sound goofy but i actually think the screen protecter that comes with the otterbox defender is quite matte, and does a decent job of "reducing the rainbows" If it were. Definitely a case with great build quality and if you don't have asurion (not sure what your carrier does for phone insurance) then it would also be something id recommend (dropped the phone in that case a good 5-10x without the slightest ding, or scratch...I know you weren't looking for cases but most "good" stick on ones have been glossy that I've seen...

I picked up a 3 pack of matte screen protectors off Amazon last week and just installed one last night. It only cost about $2.99 free shipping. They've passed my polarized sun glasses to test.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006H5O9AY/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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so far,I have bought a couple of the matte one's for my GN. But on whiter backgrounds it looks weird with grains.

Im using a matte screen proctector but i dont see no wierd color on white backgrounds...
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The Ringke Slim case comes with 2 dry application screen protectors that are Matt and worked with the case very well.. I used it for a while until I got the XO Skin. I switched because I like the clear look better then the matt look.
These might be the screen protectors.
http://www.rearthusa.com/Galaxy-Nexus-Ultimate-Clear-PLUS_p_302.html

I've been using BasalGuardz on mine. I love em.
http://www.amazon.com/BasalGuardz-S...2BGK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1335808780&sr=8-3

JUSMEJOSE said:
Im using a matte screen proctector but i dont see no wierd color on white backgrounds...
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Which case are you using if you don't mind...and what is the benefit of having a matte screen protector?
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Doesnt leave fingerprint....
I have a couple of extra that i dont need ....
And im using a Clear TPU hard case
Its clear hard from the back, And the side its TPU white...
nawfboy09 said:
Which case are you using if you don't mind...and what is the benefit of having a matte screen protector?
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JUSMEJOSE said:
Doesnt leave fingerprint....
I have a couple of extra that i dont need ....
And im using a Clear TPU hard case
Its clear hard from the back, And the side its TPU white...
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Okay yea i saw the case on ebay, I thought it was just a bumper...still a nice case though. But I wasn't looking for a case, rarely use my phone with a case so I figured I tried a bumper. But I will probably try to get a matte screen

The links you have provided are goo protectors but the suppliers dont deliver it to AUS!

Discount on BestSkinsEver skins!

Guys, I've been allowed by BestSkinsEver to provide here a 25% discount coupon on skins for the Galaxy Nexus! They were kind enough to send this coupon.
The coupon is good through June 27th.
Enjoy! :good:
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Be careful, only InvisibleShield owns the right/patent to make clear body protectors.

I already bought skins from them during their fathers day sale (I think it was that) so I'm good but a good sale still.
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Do these get the orange peel effect? I was debating between this and XO Skins.

Nice. Been using their product ever since I gave them a try. Won't be looking at others for awhile. I came from Zagg and Gadgetshieldz and this has been the best so far

could someone please post photos of how it fits on the display? also is it rubbery like zagg and xo skins or smooth like glass?

pmoradi2002 said:
Be careful, only InvisibleShield owns the right/patent to make clear body protectors.
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What? IS are as clear as can be...

XlAfbk said:
could someone please post photos of how it fits on the display? also is it rubbery like zagg and xo skins or smooth like glass?
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looks a bit rubbery like zagg (orange peel effect), can you confirm that?
why is the display white??

Compared to zagg and sgp flex, this has the least orange peel effect that I've encountered. It's a white screen because I took a pic before removing the backing of the skin.
Still on stock Nexus and loving it!

ah, that explains
one last question: how's the spacing between the screens borders and the skin? judging from the pic i'd guess ~1mm, but it's really hard to see. and how does it cope with the screens rounded top/bottom which apparently is the reason so many skins are like 6-8mm shorter than the display.
asking because with shipping to europe it's not so cheap and I'd rather avoid buying a skin not suited for me. would go for the display only btw, not liking those full body skins anymore. they were nice with "square" phones but the rounded corners requiring tiny patches of skin with borders collecting dirt killed it for me.

Perhaps this could help?
Still on stock Nexus and loving it!

Could you take a pic of the orange peel?
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couldn't see any orange peel on the pics posted so far

I'm not gonna deny the slight orange peel because there is some but it's nothing compared to zagg or sgp flex. Those are like ocean waves. I'm not a good photographer. This is the best I can do
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thephantom said:
I'm not gonna deny the slight orange peel because there is some but it's nothing compared to zagg or sgp flex. Those are like ocean waves. I'm not a good photographer. This is the best I can do
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Yeah, Zagg was driving me crazy. Thanks man!
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hm, before that last photo i was ready to buy one. but that pic looks quite orange peely.
I hated the Zagg skin and used a medium expensive clear but pretty thick plastic one on my Galaxy S. Ideally I'd prefer one of those but can't find one that's a guaranteed fit, most skins don't cover the screens edges

Never mentioned no orange peel effect. Some yes but not as bad as zagg or flex. It even took me quite awhile to find an angle that would show the peel. On a regular use, it's hard to see. Of course it's all up to you.
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[Review] Fantom Tempered Glass Screen Protector

The idea of having the best and ultimate protection for our phones is great and luckily, X Gear had brought this to life with a tampered glass screen protector.
The screen protector was packaged up very nicely with its own separate box. A cleaning cloth was also included in the package.
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Installation itself was really easy. What I did was peal of the first layer, which revealed the adhesive side, and aligned it properly according to the cutouts. After having it lined up, I just released the other portion of the screen protector. It stuck very nice and felt great.
The glass wasn't that thick at all; according to the website, it measures only .4mm thin. I had encountered a couple minor problems on my end, such as a decrease in touch sensitivity on the bottom half of the screen as well as a crack when I tried to rearrange the position of it. It might only be a defect with this particular screen protector but I am going to ask for a replacement and see if that helps at all.
After a couple weeks of using it, it provided a magnificent type protection that kept the actual screen's surface nice and clean, and I have to say it is worth the investment and trying it out.
Link to product: http://www.xgearlive.com/products/android/samsung/fantom

I have noticed that while the outer surface of the screen protector seems to be very scratch resistant the side with the adhesive seems to be easily scratched. when applying the SP i noticed some lint on the adhesive side of the SP so i used the provided MF cloth to clean the screen upon installing the SP i noticed a slight scratch. Despite this one minor nuisance i find that i am EXTREMELY satisfied with the Fantom SP, almost everyone that has seen my phone with the SP on has no idea by look or feel that i infact have an SP on the phone until I mention to them that there is a Tempered Glass SP on it.
I should also add that it fits perfectly with out any interference to the SGP Ultra Hybrid case that I use.

Thanks for the review, I'm definitely going to try one out for myself.

What's that case?
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Memnoch30 said:
What's that case?
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Doesnt seem to be a case. Think its just his white Nexus in the OP.

Ah that would be why. I gotta find that housing and do that.
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Nice Review! I'm tempted to buy one now.

i know there are some people that don't seem to have issues, but i'd highly recommend against this protector. it kills the touch sensitivity on the bottom half of the screen and nav bar. i had to remove mine last week due to the sensitivity issues. looks like you pay for return shipping & 20% return fee, too, if you find you don't like it. read this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1823728

mohlsen8 said:
i know there are some people that don't seem to have issues, but i'd highly recommend against this protector. it kills the touch sensitivity on the bottom half of the screen and nav bar. i had to remove mine last week due to the sensitivity issues. looks like you pay for return shipping & 20% return fee, too, if you find you don't like it. read this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1823728
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Same issue here loses sensitivey on Nav bar took it off after 1 day will take the loss

We might as well keep the discussion in the pre-existing Fantom thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1823728

MIME USA vs. Power Support Screens

I got the "shock absorbing" screen protector from Motorola by Power Support, while it was nice it was plastic. So it didn't feel the same, fit on the device nice...but it still had a "tacky" feel like ZAGG if you've ever tried those. I've used it a few weeks, held up nice, just didn't like the feeling.
Here are some images of it installed:
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As soon as I found out MIME USA was getting one, I contacted them. I got it yesterday & installed it, instantly fell in love. Fits on device like a glove, no more "tacky" feeling screen on my device. There is 2 small "bubbles" on top/bottom right side on the device, hopefully with time they go away. Also, I think there's a small lint in the middle of the screen, hopefully it doesn't bother me too much.
Here are some images of it installed:
Overall both are awesome screen protectors, but the glass on the MIME USA will always win me over. If you have any questions about it let me know & I will do my best to answer them
Here's a small gallery of both screen protectors with/without cases http://imgur.com/a/9gBCx

I'm surprised there was no questions or anything, I saw a lot of posts on the other thread.
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WinDroidGuy said:
I got the "shock absorbing" screen protector from Motorola by Power Support, while it was nice it was plastic. So it didn't feel the same, fit on the device nice...but it still had a "tacky" feel like ZAGG if you've ever tried those. I've used it a few weeks, held up nice, just didn't like the feeling.
Here are some images of it installed:
As soon as I found out MIME USA was getting one, I contacted them. I got it yesterday & installed it, instantly fell in love. Fits on device like a glove, no more "tacky" feeling screen on my device. There is 2 small "bubbles" on top/bottom right side on the device, hopefully with time they go away. Also, I think there's a small lint in the middle of the screen, hopefully it doesn't bother me too much.
Here are some images of it installed:
Overall both are awesome screen protectors, but the glass on the MIME USA will always win me over. If you have any questions about it let me know & I will do my best to answer them
Here's a small gallery of both screen protectors with/without cases http://imgur.com/a/9gBCx
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Out of curiosity, what kind of case are you using?

ijeenyus said:
Out of curiosity, what kind of case are you using?
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The Air Jacket from Power Support
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Thanks for the pictures! I'm waiting for mine to come in the mail still. Glad o see that it is nice.

GBpfan95 said:
Thanks for the pictures! I'm waiting for mine to come in the mail still. Glad o see that it is nice.
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It's an awesome screen protector for sure
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Nice pictures and comparison. That is disappointing to hear about the PS shock absorbing version that you used. My PowerSupport Brilliant is definitely not what I would describe as tacky.

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Nice pictures and comparison. That is disappointing to hear about the PS shock absorbing version that you used. My PowerSupport Brilliant is definitely not what I would describe as tacky.
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My finger wouldn't slide as easily as it does now, otherwise it was an awesome screen protector. It would also miss some taps, so that was a bummer
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WinDroidGuy said:
The Air Jacket from Power Support
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That's an Air Jacket Grip. The Air Jacket is completely clear, and doesn't cover the top/bottom or the buttons.

Can you get us a picture from the side of the phone without a case on so we can see how far the protector protrudes from the glass surround?

nhizzat said:
Can you get us a picture from the side of the phone without a case on so we can see how far the protector protrudes from the glass surround?
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If you look in the album there's a few there

WinDroidGuy said:
If you look in the album there's a few there
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Thanks! Seems to protrude no more than the protectors from Moto's site.
In the MIME specific thread, several members are complaining about poor fitment. Looking at the pics in your album, fitment seems to be spot on.

nhizzat said:
Thanks! Seems to protrude no more than the protectors from Moto's site.
In the MIME specific thread, several members are complaining about poor fitment. Looking at the pics in your album, fitment seems to be spot on.
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You really can't see it from the pictures. I'm not saying "Don't get one", but unless you have a bulker case, in my situation--a Supcase--then it won't work that well.

Screen Protectors, screen shape

I was wondering how screen protectors fit on the screen. All the screen protectors I look at mention that the screen has rounded edges. Does the screen round down right at the edge or is there a little space to add a screen protector properly?
I was wondering if it's like the iPhone. I know when I try to add a screen protector to an iPhone 6 there is no wiggle room because of the way the glassrounds off right at the edge of the "screen panel"

rebretz000 said:
I was wondering how screen protectors fit on the screen. All the screen protectors I look at mention that the screen has rounded edges. Does the screen round down right at the edge or is there a little space to add a screen protector properly?
I was wondering if it's like the iPhone. I know when I try to add a screen protector to an iPhone 6 there is no wiggle room because of the way the glassrounds off right at the edge of the "screen panel"
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If you buy a good one, the screen protector ends at almost exactly where the glass curves away. I'm using Spigen's and they fit pretty nicely.

vancecwtan said:
If you buy a good one, the screen protector ends at almost exactly where the glass curves away. I'm using Spigen's and they fit pretty nicely.
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Does the glass curve away right at the end of the viewing panel/LCD screen or is there some space between the edge of the viewing panel and the curve.
It's hard to tell from the pictures and there are no stores close to me that have the HTC 10 on display so I can't even go look at one in person.

vancecwtan said:
If you buy a good one, the screen protector ends at almost exactly where the glass curves away. I'm using Spigen's and they fit pretty nicely.
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Can you send me a photo, I'd really like to see how it looks

Here is a link to a thread over in accessories about the tempered glass screen protectors. A few people have gotten them but most, if not all, report halo.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-10/accessories/tempered-glass-screen-protector-htc-10-t3352014

rebretz000 said:
Does the glass curve away right at the end of the viewing panel/LCD screen or is there some space between the edge of the viewing panel and the curve.
It's hard to tell from the pictures and there are no stores close to me that have the HTC 10 on display so I can't even go look at one in person.
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joshuadjohnson22 said:
Can you send me a photo, I'd really like to see how it looks
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Not sure if you can see them clearly tho. In the 3rd photo you can see where the screen protector ends. And that's almost where the glass starts to curve out.
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Not sure if you can see them clearly tho. In the 3rd photo you can see where the screen protector ends. And that's almost where the glass starts to curve out.
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I feel like white is more forgiving

Thanks for the pictures. I hat how companies are rounding the screens like that. Then the screen protectors can't cover the whole glass front.

I gave up on a tempered glass one for now and not a fan of PET, went with the Unicorn Beetle case which has a built on one and its decent. atleast the whole screen is protected. I don't use the fingerprint so I wish the hole for that wasn't there to prevent and dust from getting in there but o well. Its pretty tight against the screen. but its the plastic type which always wears out fast in my experience but its great for now.