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[Q] Screen protectors that don't make the screen look grainy?

I finally broke down and got an S3 today and also picked up a pack of the ridiculously expensive stick-on screen protectors that Verizon sells as I didn't want to take any chances in between buying the phone and getting some cheap ones. Anyway, the screen looks very grainy with the protector, especially when displaying lighter images. I really don't mind that much but when I'm taking pictures it really bugs me. I was wondering if anyone knows of a screen protector for the S3 that is durable but doesn't make the screen look all grainy.
Thanks!

The screen protector that comes with the otter box case is perfect. You really don't even notice it at all. It's the best screen protector that I have personally used
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Ah damn I already bought a case.

Raillery said:
Ah damn I already bought a case.
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I'm not a big fan of the otterbox defender screen protector. As a matter of fact I am not even using it. I think there are a lot of protectors that don't look grainy, I wish I could find one that didn't show fingerprints.

Zagg HD all the way
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mnhertz26 said:
The screen protector that comes with the otter box case is perfect. You really don't even notice it at all. It's the best screen protector that I have personally used
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right on, couldnt agree more. i was gunna say the same thing.

Just applied this, went on easy, no bubbles, crystal clear, dry application
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Verizon replaced them with some clear ones. I guess I had gotten the anti glare ones. Having trouble getting an air bubble out though.
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I'm not a fan of cases in general, so I bought an Armor Shield full-body protector - essentially it's like screen protector film, but they send precut pieces to protect all of the phone rather than just the screen.
I'm really really impressed with the whole package - the body parts are cool in that they really just give a great grip (the stock phone is really slippery), but the screen protector is really impressive in all the ways screen protectors have disappointed me in the past.
This one doesn't feel rubbery (interestingly, since the body parts add grip), in fact my finger glides on it better than the glass surface. That was surprising.
And, this one doesn't collect fingerprint grease.
I'm betting armor shield sells the screen protectors solo... and probably affordable, I think the whole body package with the screen protector was only $15.
And it's clear, I think for your original question, just avoid "matte finish" screen protectors. Those are the ones with the hazy/grainy finish.

New screen protector to go with otter box defender

Hello all I just ordered the Glacier white otter box defender series.. And I'm probably gonna get rid of the screen protector on it and want to know what's a good replacement? Thanks
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93 views not a single opinion.. Thanks lol
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Thats cause there is tons of screen protector threads...... Personally i like the feel of no screen protector.
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Speedin07si said:
Thats cause there is tons of screen protector threads...... Personally i like the feel of no screen protector.
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I know that. But I'd rather buy one from someone actually recommending one from experience
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I just bought this exact color case and only used the stock screen protector for 30 seconds before I decided I hated it. Otterbox made a great case but put an absolutely horrible piece of plastic over it. I popped the stock crap plastic out and am currently using a Spigen crystal curved screen protector ($15). It is excellent, easy to install and it covers 100% of the front face, from edge to edge. It also installs back into the defender without any issue at all and feels great, like there is nothing but the oem glass under your fingers.

kingston73 said:
I just bought this exact color case and only used the stock screen protector for 30 seconds before I decided I hated it. Otterbox made a great case but put an absolutely horrible piece of plastic over it. I popped the stock crap plastic out and am currently using a Spigen crystal curved screen protector ($15). It is excellent, easy to install and it covers 100% of the front face, from edge to edge. It also installs back into the defender without any issue at all and feels great, like there is nothing but the oem glass under your fingers.
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yeah that's why I want to get a screen protector before the case gets here because I know the screen protector on it will be junk. i was thinking of going with a glass screen protector, but idk how it would fit with the otter box.

You favorite screen protector?

Just in the market for a new screen protector and wanted some input from you guys.
So what is the current screen protector that you guys are rocking on your S3?
Also, how do screen protectors stack up to each other?
(Zagg vs Ghost Armor vs Mercury vs Spigen vs Military Shield and others)

Spigen Curved Crystal! Its a dry install protector thats almost edge to edge maybe a few mm's short, but it definitely sticks on the edges. Feels and looks like there as if nothing on the screen. Only complaint is that is does scratch somewhat easily but whatever. Also two protectors come in each pack.

I always used clear-coat on my devices. Love their products and customers support. Just bought me some xtreme guards and love it also.. very cheap and works awesome.
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I've always used these>>http://www.gadgetshieldz.com
Used them on my Galaxy S.. And my son's ipod touch.
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also using the sgp curved crystal with a modello case. i bought it knowing about the scratching and denting issues and have been completely satisfied with it. was using a bestskinsever wet application before and don't know if i'd ever be able to go back. the drag drives me nuts.

any idea of what may a good matte screen protector that goes all the way to the edges? most i've found are all too small

quick tip dont buy the £4 ones from sainsburys they dont cover the full screen and make the touchscreen unresponsive

My favorite is the dba just like glass
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these are the three I like.
skinplayer 3D mask film for edge to edge coverage, once on you don't notice it.
fonemax glass screen protector
mercury edge to edge protector with colour boarder.

I use Vikuiti. It's less well-known, but the people who've seen often don't notice I even have a protector on, until I point it out to them. It doesn't cover the whole front, and is pretty much made to fit the width of the screen, and length of the phone. Haven't found the need to use any other brand of protectors so far :good:

I would suggest Spigen Ultra Crystal! Good protection, scratch resistance, fit to any case!..

Hands down Steinhill ultra crystal...
It's the best, it's thick but not to thick, feels like glass, smooth as can be.. They are just the best I tried all other protectors nothing comes close.... I don't buy any other for my phones..

I bought a bunch from DealExtreme. They are extremely cheap and high quality. Since most people in manufacturing in China nowadays, possibly the ones I got are the exact same ones sold by brand names for 100x more.

I use gorrila glass, stuff never gets scratches :-]
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luc.highwalker said:
I use gorrila glass, stuff never gets scratches :-]
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this is not a screen protector.

kms108 said:
this is not a screen protector.
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Actually, it protects the lcd behind it, as well as provide touch controls. So yes, it is technically a screen protector
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use a piece of plastic bag
Awesome protection, superior clear image.

luc.highwalker said:
Actually, it protects the lcd behind it, as well as provide touch controls. So yes, it is technically a screen protector
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i might as well bubble wrap it, best protection and water proof.:fingers-crossed:

Steinheill Ultra Crystal for me ,
feels like there is nothing over your screen

A silky-smooth fabric pouch.

What screen protector to buy?

I did a quick search and couldn't find much on this topic for this phone, specifically.
For those of you who have bought/used a screen protector for this phone, which brand would you recommend for? recommend against? And why?

ScreenProtector
Hey, personally i just bought the HD Zagg shield for the screen. Compared to other screens out there its a little more expensive, but you cant argue with the clarity and protection it gives. Plus it doesn't distort the picture at all and for a phone like the LGOG screen resolution is killer.

Screen Protector. What is that? LOL, no need with these new phones. My 2 cents.

I too prefer the zagg invisashields

I got the Ghost Armor because it is almost like the HD Invisible Shield.
Full body for $30. Feels like I'm touching the screen itself.
If you really want protection then go for the regular Zagg.

I bought this one from Spigen:
http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Pr...keywords=spigen+screen+protector+lg+optimus+g
Fits perfectly, easy to apply, high quality, crystal clear, and the price is right.

I bought the Xtreme Full Body Protectors cheap but good really quality, for best protection I would go zag full body.
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Marty said:
I bought this one from Spigen:
http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Pr...keywords=spigen+screen+protector+lg+optimus+g
Fits perfectly, easy to apply, high quality, crystal clear, and the price is right.
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I had one of these, but it absorbed too much crappy oils.
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sharkboy0901 said:
I bought the Xtreme Full Body Protectors cheap but good really quality, for best protection I would go zag full body.
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I got the same but mine has scratches already

zaner123 said:
I had one of these, but it absorbed too much crappy oils.
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Sorry to hear about your experience. I've had this screen protector installed since Thanksgiving and the phone is in constant contact with my face all day long and haven't had any oil absorption issues at all with it. Its as clear as the day I installed it.

Marty said:
Sorry to hear about your experience. I've had this screen protector installed since Thanksgiving and the phone is in constant contact with my face all day long and haven't had any oil absorption issues at all with it. Its as clear as the day I installed it.
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Are you using any case in combination with the Spigen screen protector?

Mindspin_311 said:
Are you using any case in combination with the Spigen screen protector?
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Yes, the Diztronic one discussed here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2020947

Marty said:
Yes, the Diztronic one discussed here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2020947
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Awesome, and it's not forcing the edges up at all?
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The edges come up if I apply really hard pressure to the edges of the case. The key I have found is that when inserting the phone into the case, insert it at an angle under the lip of the case so that you are sure that the lip rests on top of the screen protector and not adjacent to it. Basically, imagine the amount of extra pressure you need to apply (compared to just holding the phone normally) to click one of the volume buttons while the phone is in the case. Now multiply that 5x. That's about how hard I have to push on the sides of the case if I want the case to force the up the screen protector. In my experience, unless I really try, the screen protector does not bubble up when in the Diztronic case and so it just not an issue for me.

Zagg
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calvin269 said:
Screen Protector. What is that? LOL, no need with these new phones. My 2 cents.
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I didn't have a screen protector on my phone for the first month, and it got some very light scratches. Also, the center of the screen had its coating rubbed off somewhat (the screen cleaner beaded differently in the center when sprayed on.) I usually use the Zagg HD shields, they covered up the light scratches and protect the phone nicely, I can barely tell that its on.

Marty said:
I bought this one from Spigen:
http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Pr...keywords=spigen+screen+protector+lg+optimus+g
Fits perfectly, easy to apply, high quality, crystal clear, and the price is right.
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agreed, can't say enough good about these Spigen screen protectors.
The UQ is amazing but fingerprinty. They are hard to install perfect, but are dry installed. Clean up your dusty environment before you attempted to install one because the tiniest speck will show.

Still not sure how it happened, but I found a few minor scratches on my "gorilla" glass recently. There's never anything in my pocket with my phone, so I really don't understand how they got there.
Anyways, I found a 50% off code for Zagg at RetailMeNot:
feb4
Just ordered a front & back shield for ~$15.50 shipped.
I mean, WTF? Gorilla glass? More like scratch it by looking at it glass. My kid's tossed my HP Touchpad to the ground and smashed trains on it dozens of times and there's not a mark on it. But I put my LGOG in my pocket, take it out, and its scratched. Grrrrrr.

I bought a HD mirror screen protector. I wouldn't advise it. It reminds me of taking your 3D glasses off in the theater and watching the movie. This is while the phone is powered on.
In the sun its hard to see unless its on full display brightness.
These are my findings and opinions. I wouldn't buy it again.
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[Q] Which screen protector

I've received my Oppo Find 7 this week and I'm having some bubbles under the pre-installed screen protector caused by dust particles.
Does anyone have some good advice for buying a well build screen protector?
There are so many marks and price differences that I don't know anymore what to take!
Please help me out guys/girls!
Feel free to post your experiences of your screen protector!

jerre21 said:
I've received my Oppo Find 7 this week and I'm having some bubbles under the pre-installed screen protector caused by dust particles.
Does anyone have some good advice for buying a well build screen protector?
There are so many marks and price differences that I don't know anymore what to take!
Please help me out guys/girls!
Feel free to post your experiences of your screen protector!
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Well, on my past phones, I've always used Ghost Armor or Zagg ones because the eBay cheap plastic ones are just ok. This time, I decided to use the tempered glass screen protector route and I know most people don't like them but it's my favourite now. It's like touching the actual screen. Very smooth and not noticeable. I believe 0.3mm thick. Most people who look at it don't even know it's there.
Anyways, just my opinion. I know there are some who really don't like it.

coremark said:
Well, on my past phones, I've always used Ghost Armor or Zagg ones because the eBay cheap plastic ones are just ok. This time, I decided to use the tempered glass screen protector route and I know most people don't like them but it's my favourite now. It's like touching the actual screen. Very smooth and not noticeable. I believe 0.3mm thick. Most people who look at it don't even know it's there.
Anyways, just my opinion. I know there are some who really don't like it.
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Where did you buy yours?
Is it hard to install and can you still easily remove it afterwards without any damage?
I've heard that a tempered glass uses adhesive to stick on the screen.

jerre21 said:
Where did you buy yours?
Is it hard to install and can you still easily remove it afterwards without any damage?
I've heard that a tempered glass uses adhesive to stick on the screen.
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I actually bought it on eBay. I bought 2 different ones from 2 different sellers just to see. They fit perfectly and way easier to install than the regular ones. U just align it and lay the protector down and that's it. It will just smooth out with no bubbles. I removed it easily with no residue or anything and used the other one and it's the same thing. Unless I lucked out but I haven't had any adhesive stuck on my screen at all.

Nillkin 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protector.
Great and really easy to install.
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AngryHapposai said:
Nillkin 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protector.
Great and really easy to install.
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Is it better than original under the sun? Because this original one i can see nothing...
Can you provide a link to us? Amazon maybe?

AngryHapposai said:
Nillkin 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protector.
Great and really easy to install.
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QFT.
It's that easy to install.
The screen protector changes nothing regards to direct sunlight or not. The screen brightness is still not bright enough under sunlight.

Mord0rr said:
Can you provide a link to us? Amazon maybe?
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http://www.amazon.com/Nillkin®-Hard...red+Glass+LCD+Protector+for+OPPO+Find+7+X9007
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Scr...eReader_Screen_Protectors&hash=item3f388f083f
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Thank youuuu Sir!

AngryHapposai said:
Nillkin 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protector.
Great and really easy to install.
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Nillkin 9H is the absolute best screen protector I've ever used.
All of the thin plastic ones are garbage as they affect the apparent image quality.
Purchase the Nillkin glass at any cost; it's absolutely worth it.

tferrari said:
Nillkin 9H is the absolute best screen protector I've ever used.
All of the thin plastic ones are garbage as they affect the apparent image quality.
Purchase the Nillkin glass at any cost; it's absolutely worth it.
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And ........just buy it now!
Thank you!:laugh: