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Hi,
My White 16 GB galaxy note was delivered on this Tuesday only.
I have done extensive search on internet for screen protector and flip case.
I zeroed in on SPIGEN SGP GLAS t. Premium Tempered Glass Series Screen Protector AND SPIGEN SGP GT-N7000 / AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4G LTE Leather Case Valentinus [Middle Brown], Diary Wallet Type
Both priced on high side.
I am in a dilemma that should I go for flip case and screen protector both or will flip case alone will suffice?
How's the quality of these 2 products of SPIGEN?
Thanks for the info.
You obviously did NOT try searching this topic. If you had searched, you would have found at least two threads with extensive reviews and discussion regarding the GLAS.t.
Try again and this time, use SEARCH!
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I have gone through the threads on this forum, but i didn't find a thread which discuss about having screen protector and flip case together.
My point here is should I spent 40 $ extra on screen protector if I am buying flip case?
Thanks
Any ways I ordered from Amazon for both the protector and case to be on safe side.
The case will have credit card and etc and they could cause scratches.
Not that this will matter for the OP but I think you should have a screen protector and a case. The Galaxy Note (and any other phone glass including devices with the somewhat overrated Corning Gorilla Glass) can get scratched by anything harder than the glass. This can include a grain of sand between your finger and the glass.
Get a screen protector. They are anywhere from $30 to less than $1. If the day comes that you scratch your screen, you'll probably wish you could pay $30 to have it new again, so spare yourself even the chance and use a screen protector. Amazon has a 5pk for less than $2 shipped to your door.
vebsmat said:
I have gone through the threads on this forum, but i didn't find a thread which discuss about having screen protector and flip case together.
My point here is should I spent 40 $ extra on screen protector if I am buying flip case?
Thanks
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I use the Glas.t and SPIGEN flip case - they work beautifully together and i dould highly recommend them
(i did an extensive review of a few SPIGEN products on this forum )
howdy
folk get far too obsessed with screen protectors.. a flip case will annoy you after a week
I had the official flip and changed it to a £3.49 TPU gel case that came with a free screen protector and the phone is in A1 condition after 3 months
but you pays your money you takes your choice
I can't speak for the flip case, but SPIGEN make very high quality stuff. Money well spent!
Just bought a GN and I've never used a screen protector before for my previous phones, only cases. What would you recommend based on your own experience?
I'm leaning toward screen protector because I don't want to have a clunky, huge abomination of a phone, but then again, I don't want to lose the glassy feeling of a naked screen...recommendations please? Thanks.
I use the regular Verizon ones. Work great, do the job just fine.
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Also, I use a speck case which has a thin profile and still protects very well.
i use a zagg screen protector and a cruzerlite tpu case, feels good in the hands n fingers
Better safe than sorry.
Check out the cruzerlite androidified a2 cases on amazon. They protect, they're cool, cheap and highly rated. There's a buy 2 get 1 free deal.
I also advise a screen protector because the galaxy nexus has no gorilla glass. People seem to like XO Skins because there is no "orange peel effect", it looks true to the screen, and it can heal itself if scratched. Of course, you will lose the glass feel(some say that xo skin has a slightly rubbery feel) but it's a small price to pay for a $400+ investment. Don't get the case fit because it doesn't cover the entire screen.
I've never really used screen protectors on any of my phones either and they still look like new. On my GNex, I only use a case. I just wipe the screen with a soft cloth once in a while to get fingerprints off.
I dont use a screen protector but somehow my screen has a scratch on it now about an inch long. Idk how it happened and have never scratched any other screens so i think a protector would be a worthy investment since the screen isnt gorilla glass. I sometimes put on a case (default verizon, really nice actually not too big) when i go out but just as often I leave it off because its so nice naked.
I have total body skin from Bestskinsever. From time to time I use my SGP ultra capsule, Mercury and Diztronic r3 with it.
Moonkae said:
I dont use a screen protector but somehow my screen has a scratch on it now about an inch long. Idk how it happened and have never scratched any other screens so i think a protector would be a worthy investment since the screen isnt gorilla glass. I sometimes put on a case (default verizon, really nice actually not too big) when i go out but just as often I leave it off because its so nice naked.
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Where is the scratch located?
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I just use a screen protector I got from Verizon. They waived my $30 upgrade fee if I bought it so I'm happy Case wise, I just bought a Cruzer Lite Androidified A2 High Gloss TPU Soft Gel Skin Case in green and it's shipping in tomorrow. I'm excited.
To be honest I prefer having a screen protector than a case..I've looked at the otter box and while it looks great it does add considerable bulk and they are pricey...in the other hand screen protectors are lightweight and inexpensive if you know which one to get. You can pick a
GEARMAXX screen protector for cheap...They sell on ebay and are high quality, lightweight and durable!
I'm trying to choose between a clear case + screen protector or just a full body screen protector for my HTC One. I had the Zagg full body protector on my Motorola Atrix and it was ok considering they would send me a new one every time the old one peeled off, but there was always lint collecting under the edges causing it to come off after a few weeks.
I came across this Spigen SGP clear case + screen protector on Amazon. I don't want a cheap looking loosely fitted case that doesn't snugly fit. Anyone have any experience with these on other phones or have any other suggestions?
SPIGEN SGP HTC One 2013 Case Slim [Ultra Thin Air] [Soft Clear] MATTE Hard Case Protection Cover + Clear Steinheil Screen Protector Film
I also want protection but something that still shows off the phone itself.
I have gone for a clear case - the poetic atmosphere.
In figured that if the phone drops, it will dent with the body protector whereas the case will be a little bit better.
I have not received my case yet, wouldn't mind if someone out there has had any experience with poetic vs spigen (forgotten the spelling, sorry) ?
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I'm trying to choose between a clear case + screen protector or just a full body screen protector for my HTC One. I had the Zagg full body protector on my Motorola Atrix and it was ok considering they would send me a new one every time the old one peeled off, but there was always lint collecting under the edges causing it to come off after a few weeks.
I came across this Spigen SGP clear case + screen protector on Amazon. I don't want a cheap looking loosely fitted case that doesn't snugly fit. Anyone have any experience with these on other phones or have any other suggestions?
SPIGEN SGP HTC One 2013 Case Slim [Ultra Thin Air] [Soft Clear] MATTE Hard Case Protection Cover + Clear Steinheil Screen Protector Film
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I originally bought the clear poetic atmosphere and borderline.....cancelled the atmosphere for seido active case with metal kickstand.
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The accessories section is where you need to go folks
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What screen protectors are you guys going with? I'll throw some links up for people to reference which ones are out there.
I'm debating which one I'm going to be going with, I'm really considering going with the GLAR.tR SLIM Premium by Spigen.
Spigen
GLAS.tR SLIM Premium: http://www.spigen.com/brands/google...ctor-glas-tr-slim-premium-tempered-glass.html
GLAS.t SLIM Premium: http://www.spigen.com/brands/google...ector-glas-t-slim-premium-tempered-glass.html
Steinheil: http://www.spigen.com/brands/google/nexus-5/nexus-5-screen-protector-steinheil.html
Xtreme Guard
Front & Back: http://www.xtremeguard.com/LG-Google-Nexus-5-Screen-Protectors-p/lg-nexus-5-screen-protector.htm
Zagg
High-Definition: http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/lg-nexus-5-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields/8416
MediaDevil
Magicscreen Invisible: http://mediadevil.com/us/magicscreen-clear-edition-google-lg-nexus-5.html
Magicscreen Anti-Glare: http://mediadevil.com/us/magicscreen-matte-clear-edition-google-nexus-5.html
iSmooth
HD Ultra Clear: http://ismooth.com/collections/screen-protectors/products/nexus-5-hd-ultra-clear-screen-protector
SuperShieldz
HD Clear: http://www.amazon.com/SUPERSHIELDZ-...908&sr=8-12&keywords=nexus+5+screen+protector
Hyperion
Premium HD: http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Defi...908&sr=8-13&keywords=nexus+5+screen+protector
i-Blason
HD Clear: http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Prot...908&sr=8-14&keywords=nexus+5+screen+protector
Skinomi
TechSkin: http://www.skinomi.com/sk14428-google-nexus-5-screen-protector.html
amFilm:
HD Premium: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...1807&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+5+screen+protector
// Still editing this post, but chat away!
// I'm only adding reputable screen protectors.
// If no one here has tried it, I won't waste anyone's time.
Was considering the tR SLIM, but decided it's too expensive to spend on one screen protector. The plastic ones work fine, the one I've got on my current phone has been perfect, no air bubbles or anything, so I think I'll stick with one of those.
I'm in the UK though, and the only Spigen plastic screen protector on Amazon or eBay I can find is the Crystal one, not Ultra Crystal or Steinheil or whatever it's called. Does anyone know what the difference is? Also has anyone in the UK got a recommendation for a plastic screen protector for the N5 from a known brand, not one of the cheap eBay ones?
DanP47 said:
Was considering the tR SLIM, but decided it's too expensive to spend on one screen protector. The plastic ones work fine, the one I've got on my current phone has been perfect, no air bubbles or anything, so I think I'll stick with one of those.
I'm in the UK though, and the only Spigen plastic screen protector on Amazon or eBay I can find is the Crystal one, not Ultra Crystal or Steinheil or whatever it's called. Does anyone know what the difference is? Also has anyone in the UK got a recommendation for a plastic screen protector for the N5 from a known brand, not one of the cheap eBay ones?
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Ultra-Crystal Steinheil from Spigen since it came with the case from Spigen I got off Amazon. I'll share my thoughts once I get it, it's due to come in the same day as my phone(which should be September 7th).
I have the ultra clear on my n4 and had it on my gs3. I love them, and have already ordered the ultra for my n5.
I am thinking about a glas.t though.
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Not too long ago, Stack Social did a group buy of sorts for the nee iphone 5.
The deal was for:
iPhone 5S / 5 Case Tough Armor Protection Kit
FOR PROTECTION KIT 1
Screen Protector GLAS.t Slim - $29.99
FOR PROTECTION KIT 2
Screen Protector Steinheil [Ultra Crystal] - $13.99
Select Color
Smooth Black
All for the amazingly low price of $36.99
This would be great if they could do the same for the Nexus 5. I really like that GLAS.t.R and would love it on the N5. I ride a lot on my bike and stuff it in the back pocket of my jersey as well as putting the phones i have in my pocket. I dont want the screen scratched. I dont care how good Gorilla Glass 3 is, I know through daily use I'm sure I would end up scratching it.
I've been using Nexus 4 w/o a protector since the beginning, zero scratches here.
I keep my phone in a leather pouch.
CDeviant said:
I've been using Nexus 4 w/o a protector since the beginning, zero scratches here.
I keep my phone in a leather pouch.
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You don't buy screen protectors for scratch protection as much as you do for minimizing the visibility of fingerprints. The N4 screen requires constant cleaning without it.
Psilocin said:
You don't buy screen protectors for scratch protection as much as you do for minimizing the visibility of fingerprints. The N4 screen requires constant cleaning without it.
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I have noticed that screen protectors do help this more than one might assume.
Do these come with a cut out for the light sensor on the right? I bought some cheap ones for my N4 and I had to cut the corner off for the sensor to work properly.
I orderd the glastr tempered glass protector. I have one on my Note 3, and it makes the screen feel like there is nothing on it (just as smooth as regular glass screen) whereas a plastic protecter is never a smooth.
I've used the Xtremeguard on 3 of my devices. It is a wet-application protector. I've found them to be quite good!
Currently, you get 80% off when you use the SPOOK80 coupon code on their website.
Just ordered the Spigen SGP Glas.tr screen protector.
I'm definitely, eventually, going to get the GLAS.tR SLIM Premium Tempered Glass screen protector. Once it goes on sale for less than $30, that is
Is it really worth it to spend $30 for a glass screen protector or is this just for a peace of mind?
mediadevil forever
had it on all my phones/tablets and i love those screen protectors... pre-ordered for nexus 5, ships November 18th... 8£ -> a pair of screens!
harlemexplosion12 said:
Is it really worth it to spend $30 for a glass screen protector or is this just for a peace of mind?
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No finger drag from friction, oleophobic coating, and actual impact protection. I've never understood the mentality of, "Hey, I'm not going to spend more than $3 to protect the glass screen of this $400-800 device! That's too damned much!"
What is the difference between the GLAS.tR and the GLAS.t?
Lawliet said:
What is the difference between the GLAS.tR and the GLAS.t?
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Higher-rated hardness for scratch resistance and rounded edges on the protector itself to make it fit better with cases.
I have the zagg protector on mine just because they were the only ones available today in the shop and I have used them in the past
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Lawliet said:
What is the difference between the GLAS.tR and the GLAS.t?
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Glas.tR has rounded edges for a better feel on the device better impact dissipation both are rated at 8-9h hardness. The Glas.tR is also about 0.16mm thicker than the Glas.t so it will marginally make your device heavier otherwise the two are the same.
more information on the Spigen website. personally i'm going to wait til i see a review on one over the other but right now im leaning towards the Glas.tR
hope this helps.
- Cheers
I came across this brand on Amazon UK, they do a wide range of accessories (which often clone other popular accessories) at a discount price. Here are a few examples.
http://amzn.to/1guMyhi
Fusion Gel Hard Case - clearly a replica of the Rearth Ringke Fusion but a bit cheaper and comes with screen protectors
http://amzn.to/1bfgM2g
Tough case only £6
http://amzn.to/1ausDGW
Flip wallet case with stand only £5
http://amzn.to/1guN66M
Tempered glass screen protector only £5, have ordered one of these myself
http://amzn.to/1bPd8QI
Wallet case less than £4 delivered
10 cases for £10 http://amzn.to/1jSbOeV
They also do a range of basic cases for as little as £1.50. Has anyone got any hands on experience with any of these? I'm interested in knowing what the quality is like.
Bonus: here's a pack of 5 screen protectors for £1 delivered, not by Orzly though http://amzn.to/1auus6J
Let me know what the screen protector is like
Bonus: here's a pack of 5 screen protectors for £1 delivered, not by Orzly though http://amzn.to/1auus6J
Michealtbh said:
Bonus: here's a pack of 5 screen protectors for £1 delivered, not by Orzly though http://amzn.to/1auus6J
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I have ordered the tempered screen protector so will post my findings when it arrives.
Thanks, glass protector looks good, will wait for report
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Use case?
Good test and write up about screen protectors.
http://blog.shenye.co.uk/post/65800633830/does-my-phone-need-a-screen-protector
Short story - plastic ones good for impact protection - glass ones for scratch
I went for the excellent spg ones as I always do
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SPIGEN-Goog...9893&sr=8-2&keywords=NEXUS+5+Screen+Protector
P.S. Hinge method FTW
http://youtu.be/PMPqDwVZzzM
Bought a fusion case and an iPad Air case for the missus last night before I saw this thread
They only charge postage once
I ve ordered a tempered Glass screen protector for nexus 5 from ebay . co. Uk
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My orzly glass screen protector finally shipped yesterday so hopefully will arrive this week.
Thanks for the links, some good cases in there for good prices. Might have to give them a go for my Nexus 5:good:
I ordered a cheap Orzly TPU Gel case with 2 screen protectors from this seller for 99p.
The screen protectors aren't the right ones. On the other hand, the seller has since emailed saying that they are aware that the wrong screen protectors have been sent out, and that they will be sending out the correct ones as soon as they have them.
More disappointingly the case doesn't fit. It's too short - probably only by a millimetre, but no amount of stretching will get it to stay on the phone.
Think I will be asking for a refund.
Edit: The s-line gel case I have fits fine.
I've just recived the Orzly Fusion Gel Hard Case.
Bought from Amazon here.
The case is solid and fits perfectly the phone, the border comes out for like 1mm so that if the phone falls down face down it will not hit the screen, same for the back so that you can place the phone face up on any surface without the fear of scratching the camera lens.
Volume buttons are ok, power button is still good but a little bit harder to press than the volume buttons (you'll have to use your nail).
Attached are some pictures.
My tempered glass screen protector arrived yesterday but unfortunately arrived damaged, they issued a refund.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Orzly®-Fusion-SmartPhone-Includes-Protectors/dp/B00GDH4AL4/
4.99£ with amazon prime, I'm really itching to go for it but worried about the power button being harder to press...
I've ordered the carbon fibre style wallet case and it should come this week (before my phone does... ). Maybe I'll remember to post here about it or make a thread on its own.
They recently added to the description a 'sleep/wake' functionality. I do hope that's the case.
Same Here
Hurizen said:
I've just recived the Orzly Fusion Gel Hard Case.
The case is solid and fits perfectly the phone, the border comes out for like 1mm so that if the phone falls down face down it will not hit the screen, same for the back so that you can place the phone face up on any surface without the fear of scratching the camera lens.
Volume buttons are ok, power button is still good but a little bit harder to press.
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Totally agree.
I've received mine, a white one. Cheap doesn't mean ****, screen protector touch is really nice, case fits perfectly. However, as you say, power button is a bit harder, still I'm using Cataclysm Rom "volume button to wake" feature, so it really don't bother me
Sorry for my english !
Cheers from France o/~
So my carbon fiber look wallet case arrived this morning. For the price of it I can't really complain. It feels good, it sleeps/wakes the phone upon open and close, the latch magnet works both ways to when the case is open as a stand or closed the latch keeps itself out of the way.
I'm not really sure what else to say. If any of you have questions then feel free to ask.
I got my tempered glass screen protector and it is very good with one tiny exception about 0.5 cm south of the home button where it formed what looks like a bubble that just won't stick to the screen underneath. Still recommend it as everywhere else on the screen you can't tell there is a protector on.
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10 cases for £10 http://amzn.to/1jSbOeV
Proper wallet case for less than £4 delivered http://amzn.to/1bPd8QI