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Best screen protector

I'm looking for a new screen protector so can someone tell me what's the best screen protector that doesn't show any fingerprints or oil from fingers...thanks in advance!!!
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Screen protector is not needed for this phone. It's got the GORILLA (glass).
I've had my phone since its launch, storing it my pockets and no scratches. If you use your pockets, the fabric will easily wipe off the prints.

sd1esel said:
Screen protector is not needed for this phone. It's got the GORILLA (glass).
I've had my phone since its launch, storing it my pockets and no scratches. If you use your pockets, the fabric will easily wipe off the prints.
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Don't listen to that guy, its glass it will scratch. The general consensus it that Realook is the best protector because once you apply it you cant tell its there.
Its the only one I'll ever use!

Mine was working great until I got a big scratch...not sure how...after that I am in favor for screen protector...don't listen to the other guy...it will eventually scratch...my true story
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Guess u guys dont baby this phone as much as i do. No scratches yet for me. What did u 2 do to get the superficial damage?
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I've been babying my phone for a few weeks but my screen protectors are in the mail.
Gorilla glass is tough, no doubt, but so is sand. Minor scratches can happen, so I've been extra careful.
OP: I've done a lot of research, and based on a really good youtube video I had it narrowed to either Ghostarmor or Reallook screen protectors.
You'll find a lot of happy customers for either. You'll also find, if you look hard enough, some who prefer both over the other XD. I've read in some mall kiosks and bestbuys, you can find Ghostarmor and have it professionally applied with some kind of toaster... If you want to cover the whole phone (front/back/sides), then Ghostarmor seems the way to go.
Reallook however has a lot of happy customers here on xda and elsewhere... I figured for $10 for a pair it'd be worth a shot. That's my conclusion after spending too much time researching the topic =).

I'd say to definitely go with realook screenprotectors. I've tried many different ones but this is by far the best

+1 for the Realook screen protector.
I have had three vibrants and was able to re-install the *same* realook screen protector without bubbles! People don't believe that I have a screen protector on. Plus it doesn't affect the touch screen's response.
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I have used zagg on all my pdas and I really like them. I get it installed at the mall where I live. They will replace it for the 5 dollar install fee if I have any problems.
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been naked since the day i got it, put a clear freak on it for about a week but that was a mistake. Naked = best.

Realook.

I received 2 realooks and both of them had bubbles near the ear speaker. I also bought some from eBay, which imo worked just as well as the realook ones, and also looked equally as good.
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I have Steinheil Anti-glare and Anti-fingerprint. I like it alot.

Sgpstore.com!
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briankao1992 said:
I received 2 realooks and both of them had bubbles near the ear speaker. I also bought some from eBay, which imo worked just as well as the realook ones, and also looked equally as good.
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I figured this out.
If you get minor air bubble above/below the ear speaker without dust underneath, the trick is not to push the air out so much as you need to create horizontal tension across the top of the screen protector.
Alternately push the SP from any bubbles around the speaker towards the top-left and top-right corners of the phone - not just up to the nearest (top) edge. I was able to get the problem 99% solved one evening, then the next day when I woke up the sucker was perfectly flush everywhere!

I got the zagg screen protector but I wouldn't recommend it. Especially if you use swype. The zagg is a little sticky and has a little resistance when using swype. My biggest problem was that my home button stopped responding with it on. It became such a nuisance that I had to take it off. I don't think it was zagg's fault but the sensitivity over the home button is just weird.
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Realook is but far the best I have tried and they are pretty cheap for two. ~$11 on ebay. Had one on for 2 months and the screen still looks naked!
Small price to pay for the added protection imo.
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i've never personally used a reallook, although i understand they are amazing. yesterday i had a bodyguardz screen protector applied, and its freakin fantastic! very clear, after not even 24 hours i can't tell its there anymore. very easy to glide your finger over, and lifetime guaranteed against scratches and rips.

i got clearfreak installed on my vibrant and my wifes vibrant. i had reallook but couldn't get the bubbles out around the ear speaker.

[Q] Do you use a screen protector? (Poll)

I know there are threads about which screen protector is best. However, I'm curious to see the number of people who are using them compared to those who are not.
Whether you are using one or not, please take a second to select the appropriate option for you.
Feel free to leave a comment with your reasoning, one way or the other.

Bump. Looking for more voters.

im using the crappy verizon matte/anti fingerprint screen protector.. it blows.. makes the screen look so horrible. im only using it till my XO screen protector comes in the mail.

Yeah, I'm using the VZW clear screen protector on mine as well. I'm actually pretty impressed with it since I can't tell it's even there. Granted I went through almost 2 packs of them before I got one perfectly installed.
I'm considering switching to the XO Skins one but for the time being I'm content with what I've got.

Using the clear Verizon one until the xo comes in the mail.
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I use one from a company called Terrapin. They're about £4 from Ebay for two and they're a perfect fit with no wrinkles, orange peel or rainbow effect.

sn0warmy said:
Yeah, I'm using the VZW clear screen protector on mine as well. I'm actually pretty impressed with it since I can't tell it's even there. Granted I went through almost 2 packs of them before I got one perfectly installed.
I'm considering switching to the XO Skins one but for the time being I'm content with what I've got.
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Sounds like me...I would think I had it perfect and notice one piece of dust under the protector. And being as OCD as I am, I would have to start all over...

I work in concrete construction and my phone stays on me at all times. I do not use a case and I do not use screen protectors. lol I put my phone in a fresh zip lock bag every morning before work. Its the only solution I have been able to come up with to keep the dust and water out.

I just got the otterbox defender series and have the screen on since its built in. I don't really mind it at all. What's this XO everyone is talking about link me
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lookitzjohnny said:
im using the crappy verizon matte/anti fingerprint screen protector.. it blows.. makes the screen look so horrible. im only using it till my XO screen protector comes in the mail.
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tried that for 2 days - it made the screen horrible. i switched to the vzw clear and am perfectly happy with it.

was very against screen protectors cuz of how gorgeous the look and feel of the GN screen is. However, after reading some good things about the steinheil ultra protector I decided it was a minor adjustment for peace of mind. I was also concerned about the fact that it doesn't cover the whole screen but decided to try and see how it looked anyway. I can say now that it is completely worth it. It feels great, crystal clear, not a single hint of a bubble or distortion, and most importantly i feel safe knowing I can put it in and out of my pocket without worrying about picking up scratches. the fact that it doesn't cover the whole screen doesn't bother me at all, probably due to the fact that i installed it so well (first time doing so). I'd definitely recommend it if you want to avoid demeaning of the screen look and feel
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I was against it at first since I assumed they made the screen out of scratch resistant material to begin with. But I just bought a set of xoskin for it so I voted yes.

you would have to be crazy not to use a screen protector on my first nexus i sent it back for various problems , however one thing i noticed was how easy this thing scratchs i mean when i sent it back i cleaned it with a fresh (out of the packet) microfibre cloth and it scratched screeen in multiple places. This time i put protector on it straight out of the box.

AT&T-branded screen protector review

I've tried many many screen protectors on various devices and I swear by the Spigen products. Since they don't have a Steinheil or GLAS.tR SLIM offering yet, I decided to give the AT&T-branded screen protector a try:
http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/accessories/screen-protectors/sku6610351.html
The packaging has a Case-Mate logo on the front, although Case-Mate's website doesn't show it.
Anyway, the cut seems pretty good; it covers most of the glass, up to the beveled edge. It has a cutout in the upper right for the front facing camera and sensors. The feel is not quite as good as Steinheil, but acceptable. I'd consider the clarity above average; while not quite invisible like the Steinheil, it's still pretty clear.
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Yeah. I have the AT&T screen protectors as well. Seems ok even though I don't generally do screen protectors cause they always bubble at the edges when the phone is in a case that overlaps the edges.
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I did ask Spigen about offering some of their Crystal Clear ones and was told they would be offering them in a couple of weeks. So hopefully that is the case, but they are not on the site yet. I am going to inquire as to any news or updates on it.

there decent. can't beat 3 for only $10.

I find that the screen protectors that we (at&t) offer tend to really hold on to fingerprints and not let them go without a fight. I'm assuming that's the case here as well?
Still waiting for my xtreme guardz to ship. I don't know if they have and don't notify you or if that company is just horribly slow.
On a side note, I just picked up my Folio case from my store today and it is wonderful. Way better than that cheap crap Samsung makes for theirs. Even has the nfc and wireless charging built in along with sensors that shut the screen off when closed.
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How much bulk does that case add?
3 for $10 is bad of a price. I might have to stop by tomorrow and get a pack. Thanks for the review OP.
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My daughter had the att guy apply hers. Looks great, just a couple of small bubbles near the home button. When they spread, she'll try one of the two left in the pack. I suspect she'll ruin it, and take the phone back to the att guy for the last one. Then, maybe, she'll take my recommendation and get a Zagg. How long that all takes = how good the att one is... looks good for now!

Jammol said:
How much bulk does that case add?
3 for $10 is bad of a price. I might have to stop by tomorrow and get a pack. Thanks for the review OP.
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I also just picked up the Folio case. I'm a case hater because they usually add bulk, but I'm a big fan of this case. Since the "case" is actually just a screen cover attached to a back plate there is almost no additional bulk. The cover is millimeters thick and the back plate may add a tiny bit of material along the sides, but it's hardly noticeable. I initially balked at the $50 price tag, but with the built-in NFC and Qi charging, it's hard to argue.

mrfeuss said:
I also just picked up the Folio case. I'm a case hater because they usually add bulk, but I'm a big fan of this case. Since the "case" is actually just a screen cover attached to a back plate there is almost no additional bulk. The cover is millimeters thick and the back plate may add a tiny bit of material along the sides, but it's hardly noticeable. I initially balked at the $50 price tag, but with the built-in NFC and Qi charging, it's hard to argue.
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Exactly. Make sure to enable to screen off option in your display settings to take full advantage of the case of you haven't already. :thumbup:
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Have anyone noticed a decrease in brightness with this screen protector? I just got the phone from another person who already had the screen protector installed at AT&T store and to me the brightness seems ridiculously low even at 100% compared to my One X+.
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A few more observations now that I've used it in the office (bright lights) and outdoors.
From a fingerprint perspective, it seems fairly comparable to the Steinheil.
Under bright light with the screen off, the protector actually has a ever slight purple tinge to it, where the Steinheil is very clear.
With the screen on, it does not seem to affect the screen brightness adversely.

chp said:
A few more observations now that I've used it in the office (bright lights) and outdoors.
From a fingerprint perspective, it seems fairly comparable to the Steinheil.
Under bright light with the screen off, the protector actually has a ever slight purple tinge to it, where the Steinheil is very clear.
With the screen on, it does not seem to affect the screen brightness adversely.
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What about the screen colors? Do they look any bit washed out?
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The best screen protectors I have used on any phone is Spigen ultra crystal. It's like you don't even have one on they are also very easy to put on. Issue is Spigen doesn't sell them for this phone yet unless you buy their Spigen case for LG Optimus G Pro they give you one.
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I have tried many screen protectors including at&t ones in the past. I just got the 3 pack for 10 bucks from at&t and they are very good... very clear unlike ones from them I've tried.before that.made the pixels look weird. Those who are looking for 10 bucks you won't be disappointed
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mrklc1974 said:
I have tried many screen protectors including at&t ones in the past. I just got the 3 pack for 10 bucks from at&t and they are very good... very clear unlike ones from them I've tried.before that.made the pixels look weird. Those who are looking for 10 bucks you won't be disappointed
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Got mine today and it looks great. Clear and does the job. I do see alot of figure prints and it isn't a antiglare but still its great for the price plus Att will put it on for you to insure its done right. I can never get them right
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I must have put on like 5000 of these in the 8 years I've been in cell phone sales. Dust doesn't even stand a chance when you've put on that many.
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there decent. can't beat 3 for only $10.
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+1:good:

I've decided to return my Optiimus G Pro. Great phone, but could not get used to the size of the phone is my hand. I've got two extra AT&T protectors that I'll send to the first person that PM's me their address. Will only mail within USA.

While the application was easy, with no bubbles or dust anywhere, and it gets ride of finger prints easily enough, i found that the att screen protectors scratched really easily. I do nothing different with this phone that i do with my others, and i already have hair line scratches all over the front of it ( gladly not on my screen ), just fair warning. I had the application down perfect and hate to have to re-do it because of future clarity issues due to scratching.

I personally enjoy the invisible shield.
I've had it on my Nokia N900, then on a xperia mini pro, on my wife's iPad and iPad mini, her iPhone, my GNex and my OGP.
Got nothing to complain about it. The only thing is that, if you live in hot weathered country and keep the cell in your pocket without a flip cover, it'll eventually start loosing glue and will need to be replaced.
That's why I always buy them in pairs. So I always have a spare.
BTW, they feel really good at touch.
I highly recommend.

S3 without screen protection???

Had one of those cheapo glare reducing screen protectors. Got tired of degraded display. I've got nothing on it now. Looks amazing. Anyone else using the S3 this way??? Thoughts???
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I HATE screen protectors. I used my HTC evo, and shared with my 3 and 4 yr olds for 2.5 years and only used a screen protector for 1 month. I ended up after those 2.5 yrs with only a couple very very minor scratches.
Decided to keep rolling naked cause if I'm paying so damn much for this phone I want it to feel like it should.

I am going naked too.
Insurance is a wonderful idea.
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Glare-reducing screem protectors tend to do that, whereas a regular clear one will not. If you put a screen protector on very well you cannot tell its there without looking for the edges and cutouts and I find the only difference is sometimes they attract fingerprints a bit more... but that tradeoff is well worth it when 3 years later you can pull off the protector and have a literally like new screen.

I used to worry incessantly about scratches or dings. Then the cases started getting larger and larger and I'd have a phone that was twice as thick as the day I unboxed it. I've since gone "naked" on my SIII and it's holding up beautifully. The screen is clear and unblemished and it's nice to have a phone that will slip into any pocket without catching or bulging. :good:

imranh101 said:
Glare-reducing screem protectors tend to do that, whereas a regular clear one will not. If you put a screen protector on very well you cannot tell its there without looking for the edges and cutouts and I find the only difference is sometimes they attract fingerprints a bit more... but that tradeoff is well worth it when 3 years later you can pull off the protector and have a literally like new screen.
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Yeah I get that. They just don't FEEL the same though......at least I havent found one that does....... Having said that, I'm definately up for a suggestion.

fitz420 said:
Yeah I get that. They just don't FEEL the same though......at least I havent found one that does....... Having said that, I'm definately up for a suggestion.
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Best screen protectors I've ever used came from spigen SGP ... Here is one for the S3. They are pretty damn close to the original glass in both smoothness and oleophobic-ness, and are pretty easy to put on to boot.
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...een-protector-steinheil-ultra-nano-clear.html

Sg300 said:
Had one of those cheapo glare reducing screen protectors. Got tired of degraded display. I've got nothing on it now. Looks amazing. Anyone else using the S3 this way??? Thoughts???
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I used it for a little bit this way. Loved the feel. But I noticed some people complaining about the fingerprints were showing more and more and some glide was lost. The problems appears to be that the oleophobic coating wore down. Decided to go back to utilizing a screen protector...about the same time lifeproof released the nuud and fre for the s3. Decided to go with the fre. I have tried multiple screen protectors before: zagg, spigen, even cheapos, and none can match the feel for the real thing. They come close bu just don't cut it.

Haven't had one since day one with this phone. No damage in over a year. I'll never use one again.
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never have, never will

i have no idea how the naked glass feels like Lol, always have a ismooth film protecting it.

I love mine without the screen protector.. But I still use it.. Not for protection porpoises.. That's silly because of the gorilla glass.. I use it for the touch.. The matt touch is amazing and I hardly notice it..
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I'm not a big fan of screen protectors... I use the Samsung Flip Cover and it works good enough.

I´m not a fan of screen protector too! I use as the only protection for my galaxy s3 an FitBag
and i can say it´s an really nice thing

someone took my screen protector off so I said oh what the heck can happen, it has gorilla glass, and after 1 month the screen got scratched so I had to put another protector on to hide the scratches.. .. . ..

Me personally i love the protection of a screen protector, i cant stand scratchs on my screen... So i double the protection screen protector , plus otter box defender case which has a built in screen protector
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I love the "Just Like Glass" product, I can't even tell it's there... cheaper than some other ones too.
http://www.dbacases.com/just-like-glass.html
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i use screen protector film, bought on ebay, because od scratches.
Just clean the screen sometimes if is protector too and quality will be fine :laugh:

No to screen protectors. Hate the feel and glare. One year with the S3 and not a mark, knock on wood.
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I took my screen protector off, I was sick of replacing them all the time. I haven't got a scratch yet but I am careful
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What's the point of a screen protector?

I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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Yeah, I never understand it either. You buy a phone with a nice-ass screen and cover it up with some cheap plastic. Almost 2 years, my S4 is still looking good without any screen protectors.

av911 said:
Yeah, I never understand it either. You buy a phone with a nice-ass screen and cover it up with some cheap plastic. Almost 2 years, my S4 is still looking good without any screen protectors.
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Not to mention air bubbles, they get discolored after a while, you can't enjoy the screen quality, and I looked it up. Apprarently Gorilla glass can get scratched by a steel file, but nothing less.
Basically, unless you're carryimg around an iron file in your pockets, and putting your phone with it, you're good.
And yes, knives, and keys can scratch your screen, but you have to go out of your way to scratch it. It won't scratch if in contact like your pockets or something.
The only real risk of screen damage (realistically I'm real life settings) is dropping it. A screen protector isn't saving that. And if you work construction, a screen protector ain't saving your screen from what ever a gonna damage it on the site.
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I must admit there is a small scratch on the screen, visible at a certain angle with the screen off, but I don't look at my phone at that angle or with the screen off.

I've had a screen protector and Commuter series Otterbox case on mine since day one. I've only had to change the screen protector like 3 times in almost two years, and that's only because they started losing their resistance to fingerprints. I've never had any problems with air bubbles or screen dimming because I didn't buy el cheapo screen protectors, but they weren't expensive either.
After all this time, I can take off the case and screen protector and my S4 still looks like it did the day I bought it.
It's a small price to pay for keeping your phone in great condition. No doubt the next owner will appreciate it when I decide to upgrade.

tikay00 said:
I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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Strong and scratch resistant...not scratch-proof...big difference.
A good case can protect the screen from taking a skid across concrete just as well though.

I hear spider web makes a great screen protector.
Pp. Lol

KennyG123 said:
Strong and scratch resistant...not scratch-proof...big difference.
A good case can protect the screen from taking a skid across concrete just as well though.
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This.
Scratching can be done with less than a steel file.
I keep my phone in my front pocket and the only other thing that is ever in that pocket is paper money. Nothing else ever goes in that pocket.
I have 2 small scratches after 18 months. Neither visible when the screen is on...but there none the less. Best I can figure is they are from the metal rivets in my jeans.
A screen protector would have prevented that. But would have also lowered the quality of the screen in the mean time. Its a trade off. And each person has to decide which is more important to them.

Skipjacks said:
This.
Scratching can be done with less than a steel file.
I keep my phone in my front pocket and the only other thing that is ever in that pocket is paper money. Nothing else ever goes in that pocket.
I have 2 small scratches after 18 months. Neither visible when the screen is on...but there none the less. Best I can figure is they are from the metal rivets in my jeans.
A screen protector would have prevented that. But would have also lowered the quality of the screen in the mean time. Its a trade off. And each person has to decide which is more important to them.
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Been putting my phone in various pockets for the longest time, and absolutely no scratches. I don't know what you guys are doing to your phones. That sucks.
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Phone case is a different story. Need one. Screen protector, I don't get. I got one with my case, and I don't even use it. These screens do not scratch unless you're very reckless.
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tikay00 said:
I thought gorilla glass was supposed to be so strong?
Unless you're keying your screen, why need one? It makes it look dimmer, and they look ugly.
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ive thought the same thing. so i didnt use them.
but i only buy flagships and the keep good resale value to put towards my next one.
so in that case, i use them to get the scratches on the plastic and the real screen is still fresh.
i also feel the same about cases! they make your phone look like tupperware!
resale resale resale! plus i dont like ugly beat up looking stuff.

tikay00 said:
Phone case is a different story. Need one. Screen protector, I don't get. I got one with my case, and I don't even use it. These screens do not scratch unless you're very reckless.
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Had 3 deep scratches on my S3. Near as I can tell it was from sharing the pocket with tools every now and then. So not sure about "very" reckless...but maybe only a "little" reckless.

logikism said:
ive thought the same thing. so i didnt use them.
but i only buy flagships and the keep good resale value to put towards my next one.
so in that case, i use them to get the scratches on the plastic and the real screen is still fresh.
i also feel the same about cases! they make your phone look like tupperware!
resale resale resale! plus i dont like ugly beat up looking stuff.
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Yep only need a phone case. Screen protector is useless unless you're dumb.
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KennyG123 said:
Had 3 deep scratches on my S3. Near as I can tell it was from sharing the pocket with tools every now and then. So not sure about "very" reckless...but maybe only a "little" reckless.
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Gotcha
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Lol, lemme get this straight...
You guys agree that screen protectors are "dumb" and "useless" while at the same time admitting that your screens have scratches on them...
Makes total sense. [/sarcasm]
I'll take the hardly noticeable decrease in screen clarity over scratches any days. You can always change the screen protector for something better, but even minor scratches are permanent. No thank you.

It depends on what screen protector you get, if you get the Chinese protectors 3 in a pack that look and feel like seran wrap you could windup with lose of clarity and a tacky rubbery feel.
Last year I got a Spigen thin air clear case and it came with a screen protector that looked like a rigid piece of plastic and kind of thick, I figured it's included with the case so I gave it a try. Well I was pleasantly surprised at the feel quality and clarity of the protector, you cannot tell that there is a screen protector on the screen, very hard and slick feel on screen and the same sharpness and vivid color of the original plain screen.
It was a ***** putting it on, had to wet the edges to get it on right, in the end it was well worth it.
Spigen screen protectors are considered premium screen protection.
Who knew.
Pp.

The only screen protectors I've ever used was a three pack from Tmo when I bought my S4 and the one that came with my Otterbox. I don't remember the brand of the three pack, but they worked just fine with no noticeable loss in clarity. The Otterbox screen protector has some weird wavy pattern when tilted while the screen is off, but it's otherwise fine. No noticeable loss of clarity with it either. I'm in no rush to get a new 3 pack.
Honestly, I don't know how anyone in this thread can seriously argue against using a screen protector especially considering the cost of the phone they protect. IMO it's right up there with purchasing the phone without insurance.

I grabbed the Otterbox Defender, popped the screen protector that comes with the OB out (because I got tired of little bits of dust getting behind that screen protector from either the charging port, speaker holes, or the headphone jack) and just put a Zagg Invisible Shield on it. On top of the dust getting behind the OB screen protector, it also seemed to add a type of haze to the screen which I didn't like. It obviously detracted from the 1080p HD look. I haven't changed the Zagg shield since I got the device and only very recently have I noticed very small lines appearing at the part of the screen where I swipe to unlock and the keyboard area.

The tempered glass screen protector I have used for the past two years has saved the screen glass two times now. One when a hammer fell out of my hand a couple feet from the floor and hit my phone by my feet. Glass protector cracked but the screen underneath was unscathed. The replacement survived multiple drops face first on concrete over the next year and only gained a couple micro fractures. Replaced that one last week and the screen underneath was still as good as new. Tempered glass protectors don't degrade image quality or hinder finger movement either. I know mine was extreme cases of abuse but they really are beneficial unless you feel like replacing the whole front glass of the phone after a mishap happens.

Flappyraccoon said:
The tempered glass screen protector I have used for the past two years has saved the screen glass two times now. One when a hammer fell out of my hand a couple feet from the floor and hit my phone by my feet. Glass protector cracked but the screen underneath was unscathed. The replacement survived multiple drops face first on concrete over the next year and only gained a couple micro fractures. Replaced that one last week and the screen underneath was still as good as new. Tempered glass protectors don't degrade image quality or hinder finger movement either. I know mine was extreme cases of abuse but they really are beneficial unless you feel like replacing the whole front glass of the phone after a mishap happens.
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Why would your phone ever be near your feet, or on the ground in general?
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