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[REVIEW][PICS!] SGP Ultra Silke & Steinheil Ultra Crystal SP

Received my SGP Ultra Silke case in Soul Black for the Galaxy S II (SHW-M250S)(SHW-M250K)(GT-i9100) today. Thought I'd do a little review.
Where is it from?
Designed in California, made in Korea.
Where can I buy it?
eBay has a few sellers selling it. That's where I got mine.
Retail price?
I think MSRP is $19.99 excl. shipping. eBay prices are about the same.
Shipping?
Ordered it Monday May 30th and got it today (Tuesday June 7th). Not too bad. It was shipped directly from Korea.
What's in the box?
1x SGP Case Ultra Silke
1x Steinheil Ultra Crystal screen protector
1x Microfibre cleaning cloth
Gifts?
This wasn't mentioned in the description or anything but I got two extra screen protectors (in addition to the Steinheil one in the box). Some Korean brand (Phone Mirror) I've never heard of. It's for the SHW-M250S/K but looks like it should fit fine on my i9100. No holes for the FF cam or sensors though. Just cutouts for the earpiece and home button.
Packaging?
It arrived in a little padded mailer. Nothing special.
Box itself is a clear plastic box, with a black matte plastic base. There's a sticker covering the bottom bit telling you what type of case, what color and what phone it's for. It wraps around the side (where it tells you there's an included Steinheil SP) and ends at the base, where there's a barcode. There's also a SGP hologram on the top right corner.
The clear bit is just taped to the matte base. It lifts off to reveal the case.
Under that there's a paper insert with the serial number and under that is the SP and the microfibre cloth.
Case?
The case itself is a silicon case. Nothing like the average cheapo silicon cases though... It feels sorta satin-matte-y. Very flexible too.
See, it's actually a silicon case coated with a polymer coating which should prevent dust and other particles from sticking to it and makes it easier to slip in and out of a pocket.
The 'easier to slip in/out of a pocket' is true- it's actually quite slippery. If you're looking for a case to improve grip on the phone (clumsy?) then this isn't the case you're looking for.
It also does sorta prevent dust from sticking on the case. I think you have to break it in or something like that first- it got dust stuck to it like crazy (seemingly out of thin air) for the first few hours but it's just fine now.
The cutouts are absolutely perfect. Both mic holes match up perfectly (and since they're both just little pinpricks, not huge craters, that's pretty impressive). Speaker hole matches up perfectly. There's even a little bit of silicon sticking out on the sides of the hole to indicate where the first speaker hole ends and where the second hole starts.
Headphone jack matches up just as perfectly. Maybe a bit too perfect- a generic aux cable wouldn't fit due to the huge amount of plastic surrounding the jack (it would only go 3/4 in). A cable with a slimmer plastic surround worked though. Most headphone cables should work fine.
The strap hole is perfectly cut out too.
There is no gap around the camera hole. Yes, the cover does touch the table before the camera lens, so no worries there.
The microUSB port hole is fine obviously.
Unfortunately, there is a cutout on the top right corner for the Korean-spec DMB TV tuner. Possibly a weak spot. But then again, this case was was advertised for and designed for the SHW-M250S/K so that's to be expected. I wonder if they'll release a US/UK-spec version?
On the front there is a pretty thick lip so no worries about placing the phone face down.
The power and volume buttons aren't cut-outs, the plastic cover acts as a button extender. They work fine. Not harder to push than without the case or anything.
Swiping your finger against the side and bottom does cause the silicon to move since it's not a rigid material. Potentially irritating to some. Dust might also get in that way?
SGP labelling on case?
One nitpick many people have with cases is that many companies slap a hugeass logo or text self-advertising the case company.
On this case, there's (from top to bottom) the SGP logo, 'SGP CASE' and ' ULTRA SILKE' on the bottom. Small text and very minimalistic. It's just above the reverse chin on the back. Not loud or anything.
Take the case off and you'll find a whole bunch of text telling you what brand & type of case it is, where it was designed, where it was made, and what type of phone it's for.
Steinheil Ultra Crystal Screen Protector?
They advertise it to be 25% thicker than normal protectors for additional anti-scratch/scuff protection. It's also (apparently) 'anti-UV' and fingerprints should be wiped away easily. I don't think it's oleophobic though.
Application is the usual 2-step 'remove the first bit, stick it on, then remove the protective top layer' method. As previously mentioned, there is a provided microfibre cleaning cloth. No squeegee though.
It does seem to be thicker than my generic protector I already have applied. No cutouts for the FF cam or sensors either- only cutouts are for the earpiece and home button.
No camera protector provided unlike with some other SGP products.
[above this is just based on a general observation- haven't applied the SP yet- probably won't till I scratch my current protector into oblivion first]
Pictures?
Here you go. Sorry, iPhone 4 images.
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Hope this helps... someone Feel free to ask other questions if you want. (and yeah... so much for a 'little' review )

Thanks!
I was wating for somthing like this.. still trying to decide between this one to the Ultra capsule..

nice review. is it bulky? attract dust?

Does your case have a slight bulge on the volume rocker and top part of the phone, mine one isn't straight. If you hold up the edge of an A4 piece of paper you can see they're not parallel, just wondering if there's an issue with my case. I've got the UK model.

I bought this as well from Korea
Still waiting for the SII to launch in my country
From the pictures it seems to have quite a bit of dust sticking on the case even though you said it does not attract dust... Hmmmmm......

zxz88 said:
Does your case have a slight bulge on the volume rocker and top part of the phone, mine one isn't straight. If you hold up the edge of an A4 piece of paper you can see they're not parallel, just wondering if there's an issue with my case. I've got the UK model.
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Same here, two small bulges on the sides as well. Some images I made (also contains cheap ebay cover images for comparison) here

Y3arin said:
Thanks!
I was wating for somthing like this.. still trying to decide between this one to the Ultra capsule..
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I got the ultra silke b/c I already have 2 other (generic) TPU cases which are similar in form to the ultra capsule. Depends what kinda case you like
Little Dragon said:
nice review. is it bulky? attract dust?
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Doesn't add much thickness or weight to the phone.
As mentioned in the OP it does attract dust directly OOTB but after using it for a bit it becomes bearable.
zxz88 said:
Does your case have a slight bulge on the volume rocker and top part of the phone, mine one isn't straight. If you hold up the edge of an A4 piece of paper you can see they're not parallel, just wondering if there's an issue with my case. I've got the UK model.
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I wish you hadn't mentioned that... now all I see are the slight bulges on the sides... Yes I have that issue too, but it's very slight.
forkie44 said:
I bought this as well from Korea
Still waiting for the SII to launch in my country
From the pictures it seems to have quite a bit of dust sticking on the case even though you said it does not attract dust... Hmmmmm......
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Pictures were taken immediately after taking it out of the box. It's better now, and when dust does stick, a quick brush with a finger solves it.

thanks for the review, i have SGP Oleophobic screen protector coming soon. So let us know how the SGP Ultra fairs

Sure, like I said, I'll apply it if I trash my current protector. I'll be sure to update this thread when I do that.
Let us know how the oleophobic protector is too, hm?

You sure the screen protector is sgp? Cause mine looks way different to yours and i got mine sent from seoul from my sister in law.

The clear film under the microfibre cleaning cloth in the 2nd image is the SGP Ultra Crystal protector provided with the Ultra Silke case.
The 2 'Phone Mirror/High Quality' protectors in the 3rd picture were a 'free gift' from the seller. Those are generic Korean protectors, not SGP.
If you rip open one of those packages you have it should look similar to what's in the 2nd picture.

Just wanted to add that the microUSB cutout in this case is large enough to fit the DealExtreme USB OTG cables.
Also dust barely sticks on to it now. Only major issue is the TV antenna cutout in the top right- I can see myself dropping the phone and having that corner hit the floor (yeah I'm unlucky like that).

I have the gloss version of this case and I can very highly recommend it. I had the 'casemate - barely there' case, but sent it back cause this was £1 more and much much better.
Comparing the two i'd say that the SGP is marginally thicker, but is still by no means a thick case and can be considered a slim case. As OP mentioned case has a lip that extends over the front of the phone, which i'd imagine would give some (though limited) protected against being dropped face down. The casemate didn't have this. The cut-outs are perfect except for that troublesome TV tuner corner, but you'd have to drop your phone at a very exact angle in order to do any damage. Whereas the cutouts on the barely there .. well.. they were so large they exposed massive regions of the phone.
Also the case is made out of a hard rubber type material. I've had a cheap silicon case from eBay, and this is nothing like that. Much slimmer and the material is much harder. It feels like its built to perfectly absorb shock. The casemate was hard plastic, i'd image that would give absolutely minimum shock protection if the phone was dropped.
I haven't had the dust attraction problem that OP had, but the gloss case gets covered in fingerprint marks really easily. A quick wipe with the t-shirt sorts this out though.
Not sure what else to say. Oh, the gloss effect is 'enhanced' by having a bit of glitter on the case. Its like darkish glitter and subtle, but non-the-less my case is covered in glitter. As a man I feel slightly uncomfortable with having a phone covered in glitter. I really wanted the gloss case, but if i'd know if was all glittery I probably would have gone for the matt. Its not enough of a concern for me to send it back though, just a thought for people wanting to buy the gloss case. You can kind of see in this picture, though it just looks like dust - it is in fact sparkly glitter:
In terms of the screen protector that came with the case. Nothing new to report. I received the Stienheil Ultra screen protectors and a little microfibre cloth. I'd say the surface is slightly less slippery and hold finger prints slightly more, but is worth it for the protection.
The cutouts were perfect and cover the whole of the screen surface except for the speaker and the middle button. The front camera is covered, but I haven't noticed and picture quality difference. There is a 1mm margin uncovered margin around the face.
Thats all I can say. Pretty much do not buy the 'casemate barely there' because for £1 (eBay prices anyway) and the tiniest margin of thickness more you get a much higher quality and much safer feeling case that comes with high quality screen protectors.

Great thread. I just can't understand why the cutout is there on the corner. You would think they would want to make two versions given the international market for this mobile.

Forsh said:
I have the gloss version of this case and I can very highly recommend it. I had the 'casemate - barely there' case, but sent it back cause this was £1 more and much much better.
Comparing the two i'd say that the SGP is marginally thicker, but is still by no means a thick case and can be considered a slim case. As OP mentioned case has a lip that extends over the front of the phone, which i'd imagine would give some (though limited) protected against being dropped face down. The casemate didn't have this. The cut-outs are perfect except for that troublesome TV tuner corner, but you'd have to drop your phone at a very exact angle in order to do any damage. Whereas the cutouts on the barely there .. well.. they were so large they exposed massive regions of the phone.
Also the case is made out of a hard rubber type material. I've had a cheap silicon case from eBay, and this is nothing like that. Much slimmer and the material is much harder. It feels like its built to perfectly absorb shock. The casemate was hard plastic, i'd image that would give absolutely minimum shock protection if the phone was dropped.
I haven't had the dust attraction problem that OP had, but the gloss case gets covered in fingerprint marks really easily. A quick wipe with the t-shirt sorts this out though.
Not sure what else to say. Oh, the gloss effect is 'enhanced' by having a bit of glitter on the case. Its like darkish glitter and subtle, but non-the-less my case is covered in glitter. As a man I feel slightly uncomfortable with having a phone covered in glitter. I really wanted the gloss case, but if i'd know if was all glittery I probably would have gone for the matt. Its not enough of a concern for me to send it back though, just a thought for people wanting to buy the gloss case. You can kind of see in this picture, though it just looks like dust - it is in fact sparkly glitter: [snip]
In terms of the screen protector that came with the case. Nothing new to report. I received the Stienheil Ultra screen protectors and a little microfibre cloth. I'd say the surface is slightly less slippery and hold finger prints slightly more, but is worth it for the protection.
The cutouts were perfect and cover the whole of the screen surface except for the speaker and the middle button. The front camera is covered, but I haven't noticed and picture quality difference. There is a 1mm margin uncovered margin around the face.
Thats all I can say. Pretty much do not buy the 'casemate barely there' because for £1 (eBay prices anyway) and the tiniest margin of thickness more you get a much higher quality and much safer feeling case that comes with high quality screen protectors.
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The glitter is one of the reasons I chose the silke over the capsule.
The dust problem is no longer noticeable and even when dust does get stuck to it a quick brush with a sleeve or something. Can't say the same for the inside though- seems to be more rubbery than the exterior.
I eventually stuck some tape over the top right corner to cover up the TV tuner hole. Might help just in case, idk.
Nice review, and makes me glad I chose the silke
bmstrong said:
Great thread. I just can't understand why the cutout is there on the corner. You would think they would want to make two versions given the international market for this mobile.
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Well to be fair the guy I bought it from is from Korea, and the box clearly states for Korean SGSIIs, so can't blame em too much Would be nice if they made an 'international' version though, yes.

Bought an Ultra Slike and loving it. Had one of those cheaper cases but this one looks better. Unfortunate though for the cutout, could have been so much nicer without it

It does look sleek doesn't it?
Makes my s-curve case look bulky and ugly in comparison (and I thought that looked good when I bought it, hah).
It's a bit slippery though. Is the inside of the case more rubbery/grippy than the outside on yours?

Haha it does and it fits nicely. True about the slipperiness but I can live with it. Just have to be careful

I have the Ultra Silke and its a nice case.
Does anyone else have a problem with the SGP screen protector lifting slightly beneath the home key?
I think the rubber lip is catching it as I take it in and out of my pocket.
Might just go for a more rigid case, possibly the SGP capsule and see how that goes

I have the Ultra Silke and its a nice case.
Does anyone else have a problem with the SGP screen protector lifting slightly beneath the home key?
I think the rubber lip is catching it as I take it in and out of my pocket.
Might just go for a more rigid case, possibly the SGP capsule and see how that goes
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I don't have this problem and I take my phone in and out my pocket too.

[Review] Diztronic Matte Clear TPU Case & Screen Protector

This is a review of the Samsung Galaxy S III: Diztronic Matte Back Clear TPU Case & Screen Protector.
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I will begin by stating that I am in no way affiliated with Diztronic in any way, and I am writing this review to provide to shoppers and readers my, and only my, opinions of the product that I have purchased.
Where to buy/Price:
Diztronic.com / $9.90 (pre shipping)
Amazon (where I purchased it due to prime shipping) / $9.90 free shipping
Features as listed on Diztronic.com product page:
• Made of Durable, Flexible TPU Material
• Matte Back Prevents Fingerprints - High Gloss TPU Frames the Display
• Bonus: Includes 1 Free Screen Protector Made of High Clarity 3 Layer Japanese Base Film
• Solid Protection from Drops and Scratches Protects Your Investment
• Shields Phone From Damaging UV Light
• Excellent Impact & Abrasion Resistance
• Stronger, Tougher Case Solution than Silicone
• Lay-On-The-Table Design Helps Protect Glass Screen from Damage when Placed Face Down
• Weighs Less Than 3/4 Ounce
• Precise Cutouts Gives Full Access to all Ports, Camera, Power Button, Volume Rocker
Intro:
I have never previously heard of diztronic cases before recently reading here in the Galaxy S III – Accessories sub forum. After reading how much praise they were receiving from Galaxy S II and Galaxy Nexus owners I decided to order the case and try it out for myself. I ordered clear over black as I hoped it would allow the natural beauty of the phone to be displayed. For $9.90… why not?
Case Review:
If I were to sum up the entire review into one sentence it would be this: This is a surprisingly nice case.
1) Case General Attributes
As we know the Galaxy S III is a little slippery due to the gloss back cover. This clear TPU case adds a nice subtle texture to the rear of the device that definitely eliminates that slipperiness but is not overbearing. The texture stops at the top of the brushed metal bezel that surrounds the Galaxy S III and from there on is a clear non textured gloss TPU plastic. I happen to enjoy this transition as I like the non-textured feeling around the rim. The clear nature of the case allows the true beauty of the Galaxy S III to show threw the case with a slightly frosted appearance. The case is also very thin and seems to add minimal bulk to the device. (This is only one of two cases I have used/reviewed to date for this device so take that with a grain of salt.)
2) Button Access/Cutouts
The cut-outs for power button, volume rocker, microphone, micro-usb, headphone jack, and flash/camera/speaker are correctly positioned and for the most part centered very respectively to their positions on the device. For example on other similar cases the micro-usb cutout is bigger than it needs to be for no apparent reason, on this duztronic case it is not. The case is molded very well. Nowhere do I see extra molding pieces, poor transitioning of textures, improper cutting, as one might in cheap cases.
3) Fitting
The case fits very snugly to the phone for the most part. If anyone has used a silicone case they know how easy they are to come off due to their extremely malleable construction… With this TPU case there is no worry of that. There are only two positions I worry about in the long term and those are the upper rim of the volume rocker and the power button. Those are the only two spots that I can detect any flimsiness at all. Still not silicone flimsy but more than I would like.
4) Protection
This case is no otterbox… but with that being said it does protect the entire device. Some other cases for some reasons do not cover the tops and bottoms of the phone, this one does. I have only tested this case with very minimal drops onto table tops and other less course surfaces. It does its job. I would say its main purpose is to prevent scratches, protect from minor drops, and add some peace of mind when placing on a table.
Bonus Free Screen Protector Review:
I am glad the case came with a free screen protector but it does leave something to be wishing for. I did not have a screen protector on my phone and this will hold me over until I find one that better suits my likings. The included screen protector is a peel and apply, thin, plastic screen protector. I enjoy this type of screen protectors over water application types (zagg, skinomi, etc.) as I find them easier to apply and usually have less possibilities of air bubbles and orange peel affects. As most screen protectors it does show more finger prints than the gorilla glass, although, that is to be expected. The protector is ultra-clear with no tenting or color distortion of any sort. I would give it a perfect rating if only it covered the full front of the device but it does not. This may be due to the slightly curved nature of the phones glass around the top and bottom, but it does not explain why the protector does not span fully left to right on the screen. If you’re looking for something to get you by this will do. If you want a screen protector that is not noticeable and offer full protection, look somewhere else.
Final Comments:
I am happy with the purchase. It is the best case I have ever purchased for under 10 dollars. The cut outs are perfectly positioned, it is not too thick, it has a lip to protect the screen, it is firm and not overly flimsy, it is slightly textured to add grip, and with it being clear it allows the natural beauty of the Galaxy S III to shine through. I would recommend this case to someone who is looking for a cheap option to add decent minimal protection to their device that doesn’t include much bulk.
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Pictures:

The sides of the display are curved exactly the same as the top and bottom. That's why the screen protector doesn't completely cover any of the edges.

yea your right about that. realized it after writing it. but still i would like to see a screen protector that accounts for that and still covers entire screen. It is the best free protector i have ever received though.

In your opinion, is it easy to pull the phone in and out of your pocket with the case on it?
Thanks for the review!

vpatel91 said:
In your opinion, is it easy to pull the phone in and out of your pocket with the case on it?
Thanks for the review!
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Yes it is. I don't know if you ever had a seidio case or silicone case, seidio is rubber coated and silicone is like all rubber, they stick in your pocket and are hard to pull out, especially when sweaty. But this harder TPU material makes it much easier. It's not as easy as the slippery phone itself, but not hard. Haven't tried it in a tight set of jeans yet... As I find that to be the ultimate test.
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Don't get this case in white. I bought one for my HTC One X and after a week it starts to get discolored.
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Hmm. The screen protector covers the front-facing camera whereas most other ones have cut-out.

Do you have a matte white case, like the one in this review? or a glossy white case?
twinkdogg said:
Don't get this case in white. I bought one for my HTC One X and after a week it starts to get discolored.
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LLStarks said:
Hmm. The screen protector covers the front-facing camera whereas most other ones have cut-out.
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Wow.... I didn't even notice that. It doesn't appear to affect quality, but then again I don't have an original photo to use as a control to test against.
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Comando156 said:
Bonus Free Screen Protector Review:
I am glad the case came with a free screen protector but it does leave something to be wishing for. I did not have a screen protector on my phone and this will hold me over until I find one that better suits my likings. The included screen protector is a peel and apply, thin, plastic screen protector. I enjoy this type of screen protectors over water application types (zagg, skinomi, etc.) as I find them easier to apply and usually have less possibilities of air bubbles and orange peel affects. As most screen protectors it does show more finger prints than the gorilla glass, although, that is to be expected. The protector is ultra-clear with no tenting or color distortion of any sort. I would give it a perfect rating if only it covered the full front of the device but it does not. This may be due to the slightly curved nature of the phones glass around the top and bottom, but it does not explain why the protector does not span fully left to right on the screen. If you’re looking for something to get you by this will do. If you want a screen protector that is not noticeable and offer full protection, look somewhere else.
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From our product description:
Regarding Screen Protector Sizing: Due to the tapered edge design of the Galaxy S III glass it was not possible to make our screen protector cover the glass all the way to the edge. Our screen protector covers the flat part of the glass only, as it would not adhere properly around the edges otherwise. This results in approximately 4mm of space from the edge of the display to the screen protector on all sides. This design choice will be consistent with the other static cling screen protectors on the market.
So basically it's just not possible to make it any bigger than we did or it would peel up along the sides. I would of loved to have them cut the full size of the screen, believe me! The screen is tapered on the right and left as well, so we couldn't of extended it that way either. If your looking for edge-to-edge protection you'll want to get an wet application screen protector, or the Nano from SGP which is an ultra thin PET film, but from my understanding even the Nano doesnt go all the way to the edge. I'm currently using the SGP FlexHD wet application screen protector on my GS 3 and it's pretty decent. I personally prefer PET but it's more important to me to have it go all the way to the edge so I'll settle for thermoplastic urethane on this device. I'm glad your happy with the quality of the screen protector though, we did switch to a Japanese based film which greatly increased our costs as they are 4x as expensive as the previous Korean PET film we were using. I think it's worth the added cost. I'm not sure how much longer we can continue to include them for free though. It doesn't make much sense that our Evo LTE case which doesn't include a screen protector is the same price as our GS III case which does. We'll probably increase the price of our cases that include a screen protector on our next major release by $1.00 to offset the added cost. Would you guys rather see us go back to the cheaper film and include the screen protectors for free, continue using the Japanese film and raise our prices by $1.00, or not include a screen protector at all and keep the prices where they are? Getting a Japanese based film screen protector for $1.00 more is a great deal in my opinion, SGP is charging $12.99 for their Japanese film, although you do get 2 of them for that price.
I really want to stress to you guys that these clear cases don't last as long as our black cases. I'm replacing mine about every 30-60 days because it either picks up blue dye from my pants or just becomes dirty. The matte finish makes it difficult to clean. If you are looking for longevity I'd go with black. If anyone's found a good way to clean them, and I'm sure there is some way to do it, please let me know!

Cool. Ordered one from Amazon earlier today. :good:

OneStepAhead said:
From our product description:
Regarding Screen Protector Sizing: Due to the tapered edge design of the Galaxy S III glass it was not possible to make our screen protector cover the glass all the way to the edge. Our screen protector covers the flat part of the glass only, as it would not adhere properly around the edges otherwise. This results in approximately 4mm of space from the edge of the display to the screen protector on all sides. This design choice will be consistent with the other static cling screen protectors on the market.
So basically it's just not possible to make it any bigger than we did or it would peel up along the sides. I would of loved to have them cut the full size of the screen, believe me! The screen is tapered on the right and left as well, so we couldn't of extended it that way either. If your looking for edge-to-edge protection you'll want to get an wet application screen protector, or the Nano from SGP which is an ultra thin PET film, but from my understanding even the Nano doesnt go all the way to the edge. I'm currently using the SGP FlexHD wet application screen protector on my GS 3 and it's pretty decent. I personally prefer PET but it's more important to me to have it go all the way to the edge so I'll settle for thermoplastic urethane on this device. I'm glad your happy with the quality of the screen protector though, we did switch to a Japanese based film which greatly increased our costs as they are 4x as expensive as the previous Korean PET film we were using. I think it's worth the added cost. I'm not sure how much longer we can continue to include them for free though. It doesn't make much sense that our Evo LTE case which doesn't include a screen protector is the same price as our GS III case which does. We'll probably increase the price of our cases that include a screen protector on our next major release by $1.00 to offset the added cost. Would you guys rather see us go back to the cheaper film and include the screen protectors for free, continue using the Japanese film and raise our prices by $1.00, or not include a screen protector at all and keep the prices where they are? Getting a Japanese based film screen protector for $1.00 more is a great deal in my opinion, SGP is charging $12.99 for their Japanese film, although you do get 2 of them for that price.
I really want to stress to you guys that these clear cases don't last as long as our black cases. I'm replacing mine about every 30-60 days because it either picks up blue dye from my pants or just becomes dirty. The matte finish makes it difficult to clean. If you are looking for longevity I'd go with black. If anyone's found a good way to clean them, and I'm sure there is some way to do it, please let me know!
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As I use it more and more the screen protector is not noticeable unless evaluating the edges in direct bright light... It doesn't even bother me anymore. It is a much appreciated addition to the case.
I find it interesting that you are speaking against the clear case as it is your own product.... Hmmm. I have not had it long enough to evaluate dirt absorbtion yet. I will update the review as it gets dirty to show time frame and other thoughts over time.
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OneStepAhead said:
From our product description:
Would you guys rather see us go back to the cheaper film and include the screen protectors for free, continue using the Japanese film and raise our prices by $1.00, or not include a screen protector at all and keep the prices where they are? !
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Raise the prices by $1. People respect quality and will see the value added. Especially here on XDA.

Not include the screen protector for me.

I didn't see any other case worth buying around the $10 mark. What's another dollar for a better screen protector?

Order this case last night.

Thanks for the review.
I ordered this case yesterday. I'm going to be really disappointed if it only lasts me 60 days.
Anyone have pictures of this case on the pebble blue version?
Edit - Found pics in another thread: http://imgur.com/a/Mq9xX#UnaGs

Make it a dollar more if the screen protectors are good. I haven't gotten mine yet though.

i ordered a matte black on amazon the other day, but then i read one of the seller's comment about a pebble blue one coming in a couple of weeks, so i'll wait for that instead.

Diztronic Case for Sprint Optimus G

Here are a few pictures of the Diztronic case I just recieved today from Amazon. Total with shipping came out to $15. Which I think is a decent value for this case.
I have the Spigen Ultra Clear screen protector on the phone. As a side note the Spigen screen protector is the best I have used, this is the first time I have used this brand, I definitely recommend them. In the corners, if you press the case into the phone the screen protector starts to lift just slightly at the edge, do to pushing against the edge of the screen protector. On the sides the case seems to sit more on top of the screen protector and does not lift the film from the glass.
The case fits the phone very well and doesn't provide to much added bulk, which was important to me. The phone does feel noticeably wider than it has since I've been using the phone with no case till now. This is the first time I have used a case at all on any of my phones, I'm one to enjoy the original look and feel of a phone versus covering it up. This phone is probably the best looking of any phone I have had and probably any phone out there right now. But I do feel like it needs a little extra protection, which this case adds. The charcoal gray color is nice too and the feel is a soft touch plastic feel. The matte finish helps with finger prints too. The case is flexible, but stiffer than the silicone cases I've seen. The case has a black glossy ring around the top lip, which adds a nice detail to it.
Overall I would recommend this case to anyone looking for something fairly thin and discrete and of good build quality. If you have any other questions let me know. Hopefully the pictures help this review a bit more too.
-Jon
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Do you have the Otterbox and have you used them ever? I'd love a quick comparison if possible! That's what I was going to get but I just want better protection with minimal thickness.

megamaster2 said:
Do you have the Otterbox and have you used them ever? I'd love a quick comparison if possible! That's what I was going to get but I just want better protection with minimal thickness.
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Here are a few pictures of the Diztronic case I just recieved today from Amazon. Total with shipping came out to $15. Which I think is a decent value for this case.
I have the Spigen Ultra Clear screen protector on the phone. As a side note the Spigen screen protector is the best I have used, this is the first time I have used this brand, I definitely recommend them. In the corners, if you press the case into the phone the screen protector starts to lift just slightly at the edge, do to pushing against the edge of the screen protector. On the sides the case seems to sit more on top of the screen protector and does not lift the film from the glass.
The case fits the phone very well and doesn't provide to much added bulk, which was important to me. The phone does feel noticeably wider than it has since I've been using the phone with no case till now. This is the first time I have used a case at all on any of my phones, I'm one to enjoy the original look and feel of a phone versus covering it up. This phone is probably the best looking of any phone I have had and probably any phone out there right now. But I do feel like it needs a little extra protection, which this case adds. The charcoal gray color is nice too and the feel is a soft touch plastic feel. The matte finish helps with finger prints too. The case is flexible, but stiffer than the silicone cases I've seen. The case has a black glossy ring around the top lip, which adds a nice detail to it.
Overall I would recommend this case to anyone looking for something fairly thin and discrete and of good build quality. If you have any other questions let me know. Hopefully the pictures help this review a bit more too.
-Jon
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Hi.

megamaster2 said:
Do you have the Otterbox and have you used them ever? I'd love a quick comparison if possible! That's what I was going to get but I just want better protection with minimal thickness.
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Bought the Otterbox from sprint store with the phone, but immediately jumped on the Diztronic case on black friday release date. I have had a Diztronic case for my Epic 4G Touch before and it looked nice plus saved my phone on quite a few falls. However, it is not an otterbox bomb shell...
Really happy with how the Diztronic case fits on the LGOG and it is more protected than naked. I guess if you want a sleek case, that offers some protection, I will recommend Diztronic... However, if you feel your history with phones is quite harsh, then go with the extra size and protection of Otterbox.
FYI.. I returned the Otterbox as I never used the screen protector and was within 2 weeks of purchase... Very happy with with my Diztronic case.

Wow that's one boring looking case; I guess since they think the Optimus G looks boring, it's only natural...

ryocho said:
Wow that's one boring looking case; I guess since they think the Optimus G looks boring, it's only natural...
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I`m sure that is exactly what they were thinking....
Sent from my who the **** cares

hollywood084 said:
I`m sure that is exactly what they were thinking....
Sent from my who the **** cares
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Sleek square LGOG or roundish nexus 4...ill stick with my LgOG anyday

jonnyg333 said:
Here are a few pictures of the Diztronic case I just recieved today from Amazon. Total with shipping came out to $15. Which I think is a decent value for this case.
I have the Spigen Ultra Clear screen protector on the phone. As a side note the Spigen screen protector is the best I have used, this is the first time I have used this brand, I definitely recommend them. In the corners, if you press the case into the phone the screen protector starts to lift just slightly at the edge, do to pushing against the edge of the screen protector. On the sides the case seems to sit more on top of the screen protector and does not lift the film from the glass.
The case fits the phone very well and doesn't provide to much added bulk, which was important to me. The phone does feel noticeably wider than it has since I've been using the phone with no case till now. This is the first time I have used a case at all on any of my phones, I'm one to enjoy the original look and feel of a phone versus covering it up. This phone is probably the best looking of any phone I have had and probably any phone out there right now. But I do feel like it needs a little extra protection, which this case adds. The charcoal gray color is nice too and the feel is a soft touch plastic feel. The matte finish helps with finger prints too. The case is flexible, but stiffer than the silicone cases I've seen. The case has a black glossy ring around the top lip, which adds a nice detail to it.
Overall I would recommend this case to anyone looking for something fairly thin and discrete and of good build quality. If you have any other questions let me know. Hopefully the pictures help this review a bit more too.
-Jon
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I have the same combination of the Diztronic case and the Spigen screen protectors and overall am pretty happy with them. Short of a simple bumper, I don't think you can get any more minimal as far as cases go than this one and still provide some basic protection. Without the case, I always felt as if I was going to drop the phone (feels slippery IMO) but now that I have the case, I feel much more reassured that it is not going to slip out of my hands. I had a Diztronic case on my previous device for over a year and it held up well and so I am expecting nothing less from this one. The black color matches well with the phone, looks pretty professional, and the buttons are easy to push.
I do have a pair of high-end earphones (Etymotic ER-4P) that cannot connect to the phone though due to the connector's surrounding plastic being too thick / the case's headphone cutout being not wide enough to accommodate my earphones' connector. I've had these earphones for several years and while this case's headphone connector cutout seems like a decent size, this is the first time I've come across a case that has blocked the use of my earphones. To fix it, I guess I could have just gone ahead and taken an exacto knife to the case but I went ahead and purchased a simple short headphone extension cable and I anticipate that will solve the issue. The only other thing I don't like is I wish Diztronic would just stick to a simple logo branding on the back of the case instead of writing out the entire name of the company + the logo (seems like overkill).
This is also my first use of the Spigen screen protectors (normally use Boxwave but they were unavailable when I checked) and so far so good, seems like a pretty comparable product to the Boxwave one.

Ordered one of these cases yesterday

Do these cases come with it's own screen protector?

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Do these cases come with it's own screen protector?
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Nope, just the case.

LOVE THIS CASE....
Sent from my LGOG!!!!!!BOOM......

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No, and be aware, the case may push at the sides/corner of your screen protector which causes it to lift up. Other than that, I really like the case.

Was just informed my diztronic case had arrived at my house. Ill do a quick review when i get home from work. Cant wait to check it out
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I like the case a lot so far. The case is a little tight but not as tight as the body glove case. Also much thinner then the commuter case. Love the matte feel of the case and its paired extremely well with my anti-glare screen protector. But it IS making my screen protector bubble up a little but not too bad.
Overall satisfied with the case and I'm sure it will loosen up after having it on for a little while.
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Will post my opinions tomorrow, case was delivered to me at work yesterday.
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Got the Diztronic this morning. Quality is amazing. Slightly tight fit on the phone, but I am sure that it will work in some if I remove it a couple times.
Feel of the case is almost slick with the texture that is on it. Hopefully that will wear in a bit.
My only complaint is the gate location from how it was molded. It could have been placed better in a less visible area than a corner.

Jus got it today and its actually better then i thought it would be, really nice fit and it doesnt feel bulky at all like an otterbox, i would only get one of those if it came with the belt clip but currently they dont offer those yet for our phone, otherwise this is a really good case
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kayslay21 said:
Jus got it today and its actually better then i thought it would be, really nice fit and it doesnt feel bulky at all like an otterbox, i would only get one of those if it came with the belt clip but currently they dont offer those yet for our phone, otherwise this is a really good case
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You can already buy cases with belt clips, but they are generic. Just search ebay for "ls970 case belt clip -leather -pouch"

I just ordered mine, it should be here by the weekend.
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i-Blason 0.24mm 8H Tempered glass screen protector review.

Hey guys, having been a die-hard fan of SGP ultra crystal screen protectors for all the devices in the home (Evo LTE, One, iPhone 4(s), Asus TF101), I was a little disappointed to learn from another thread here that SGP didn't have plans to bring their tempered glass screen protector to our shiny new N7 FHDs. I had checked out the SGP model on my friend's Note 2 and decided that on my next device i would give one of these a try. Luckily i-Blason came to the rescue with their version of a tempered glass screen protector and here's my review, I hope it will be helpful and perhaps answer some questions.
The protector was packaged in a plastic folder frame and came in a padded envelope. On the inside it had the regular microfiber square, squeegee, and the protector itself in a paper sleeve as well as the protective plastic on both sides.
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Immediately I noticed how much thicker and stiffer it was compared to the dry apply plastic ones. I tried to flex it a bit and of course being at that thickness, it did have a small amount of give but overall pretty hard. I tried to get a picture of how thick it is compared to an SGP Ultra Crystal for the HTC One that i had lying around, but the photos don't really illustrate too well the difference between the two. The first is the i-Blason, second is the SGP.
Looking at the screen protector itself I thought there were holes for the camera and the sensors, however it was actually the case that it was actually just thinner at those parts in the back, the front is one continuous piece with no holes in it. This came as a surprise to me as I was expecting holes, but given how thick it is and its stiffness, it was a good call on their part.
I used the hinge method, and scotch taped any particles of dust out of the way. My house is pretty dusty so it actually seemed like the hover method might have worked better, ymmv. Once you get it in place, due to its stiffness its actually pretty easy to lift up without worrying about bending the corner.
I got it on there properly aligned, but as you can see in some of the photos there are some spots where the adhesive just didn't seem to want to stick too well. I've had this issue in the past with a few of my SGP protectors, so i would just guess its the silicone adhesive not being completely uniform on the underside. The issue is cosmetic and does not affect the display sensitivity or the quality once the screen is lit.
Heres some photos of the 4 corners after I was done. The cut was very precise and everything lined up perfectly.
Heres a picture of it from profile after installation. I am slightly worried about the fact that it does stick up a bit from the bezel, but given that my friend's Note 2 is pocketed and his is just as thick, there shouldn't be any problems with lifting, especially since I intend on having it in a case when I'm out and about. Something to think about though if you're the kind of user that doesn't like cases ruining the looks of your device.
And finally, I tried my best to take before and after photos of the same screen on max brightness. We all know that trying to take a photo of a screen is usually a futile endeavor in regards to showing distortion of screen protectors, but what the hell here they are for the sake of completeness.
Can you tell which is which? I can't so i guess thats a good thing.
I don't think I've seen many complaints if at all regarding the fact that the screen is too slippery. I know that at this dpi and this smaller screen size typing is more difficult as the already oversensitive screen registers even the tiniest movements as a swipe. This screen protector actually brings that slipperiness down, to about the same as all my other devices naked. Looking forward to using my device more now as I didn't care too much for the super slippery glass. I was in an excited hurry to write up this review as I know there are others that were curious about his product and I'm willing to bet they probably have only a smidge more patience than I.
TL;DR: I was skeptical of this screen protector as I have never heard of nor had any experience with the brand, however I wanted to try something new, and i'm glad it turned out well so far. If i had to give this thing a score, it would have to be a 4.5 out of 5 due to the spots on the screen that didn't quite stick completely and thus introduced some visual artifacts.
PROS:
Thick, the hardness probably won't do much against a drop on the side, but it might protect it better than a dry apply plastic protector and not have the orange peel or rubber feeling of wet apply protectors.
Easy to install: The stiffness makes installation via the hinge method a breeze. Lifting corners to get rid of dust after you get it aligned is also painless as theres little risk of bending it like with plasic protectors.
More scratch resistant? I didn't want to try it with a key test, but i'm hoping given its 8H rating that it will maintain its pristine appearence longer than my SGPs, which admittedly scratch when you breathe on them.
Its glass, you're basically putting another screen on top of your screen, thats like strapping another car in front of your car to protect its front.
CONS:
Price: when I bought this on amazon it was 20 bucks, it has since gone up to 25. Last time i checked the SGP crystal clear is priced at 13 per piece on their website. This is almost twice the price, but if it lasts through the life of 2 SGPs and still looks awesome, its totally worth it.
Thick: Its primary strength may prove to be a weakness. The screen protector MAY be subject to lateral forces which may start to lift it, time will tell.
Doesn't stick perfectly at some places: This could be my fault for having lifted it a few times to pick up dust, or it could be its too stiff and doesn't want to conform, or less than perfect adhesive application at the factory. Whosever fault it is, the problem is cosmetic and in no way affects the operation of the N7.
Not prime eligible: Not really a knock on the product itself, but i had to wait quite awhile for this.
Having just had a few hours with it, I can say that I would recommend this to any one who wants to try a glass screen protector. They could have priced it more ridiculously, but at the current price point it seems fair for what you're getting.
UPDATE: Those tiny little spots are gone now that ive spent a little bit of time applying regular finger pressure on them for a few minutes.

What case is that? And nice review! Was thinking about getting one myself.
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xsaqzw said:
What case is that? And nice review! Was thinking about getting one myself.
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Its a dBrand skin

Nice review. I ordered the same one. Interestingly the mailman just dropped mine off while reading your review Lol. I'll apply mine when I'm off work tomorrow xD
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I also received and applied my i-Blason screen today. I think mine came with a defect on part of it, because there is one bubble that refuses to go away. Its not dust either. I'm super anal about not having bubbles. So I asked i-blason if they can send out a new one as their is a 1 year satisfaction warranty that specifically says it covers bubbles underneath the screen. Other than me being anal about the bubble though, this is a super screen protector and I highly recommend it to anyone.
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I just received mine today as well. The install was quick and easy. No bubbles, everything lined up perfect. No loss in touch response either. I would recommend this screen protector.
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lacrossev said:
Looking at the screen protector itself I thought there were holes for the camera and the sensors, however it was actually the case that it was actually just thinner at those parts in the back, the front is one continuous piece with no holes in it. This came as a surprise to me as I was expecting holes, but given how thick it is and its stiffness, it was a good call on their part.
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I know you mentioned it is just thinner in those areas and they aren't actually holes, but I wonder why they all keep doing anything special at all for the notification LED on the clear models. They are putting in extra effort and it makes it worse
I could understand on the anti-glare models. Illumishield got rid of the notification cutout on their latest SP version.

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I know you mentioned it is just thinner in those areas and they aren't actually holes, but I wonder why they all keep doing anything special at all for the notification LED on the clear models. They are putting in extra effort and it makes it worse
I could understand on the anti-glare models. Illumishield got rid of the notification cutout on their latest SP version.
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Probably so you can see it better. I think it makes sense in this case.

got mine yesterday as well, just installed it. installed pretty cleanly.
so far i love it.
anybody using a case to cover the back of the n7, not a skin per se, but more of back cover/case, which doesn't interfere with the screen protector?

I got a defective one today. Big bubble is under the glass.
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Did you try to pick it back up and pushing down on that spot as you're laying it down? Once the bubble gets trapped its impossible to get out with the squeegee
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lacrossev said:
Hey guys, having been a die-hard fan of SGP ultra crystal screen protectors for all the devices in the home (Evo LTE, One, iPhone 4(s), Asus TF101), I was a little disappointed to learn from another thread here that SGP didn't have plans to bring their tempered glass screen protector to our shiny new N7 FHDs. I had checked out the SGP model on my friend's Note 2 and decided that on my next device i would give one of these a try. Luckily i-Blason came to the rescue with their version of a tempered glass screen protector and here's my review, I hope it will be helpful and perhaps answer some questions.
The protector was packaged in a plastic folder frame and came in a padded envelope. On the inside it had the regular microfiber square, squeegee, and the protector itself in a paper sleeve as well as the protective plastic on both sides.
Immediately I noticed how much thicker and stiffer it was compared to the dry apply plastic ones. I tried to flex it a bit and of course being at that thickness, it did have a small amount of give but overall pretty hard. I tried to get a picture of how thick it is compared to an SGP Ultra Crystal for the HTC One that i had lying around, but the photos don't really illustrate too well the difference between the two. The first is the i-Blason, second is the SGP.
Looking at the screen protector itself I thought there were holes for the camera and the sensors, however it was actually the case that it was actually just thinner at those parts in the back, the front is one continuous piece with no holes in it. This came as a surprise to me as I was expecting holes, but given how thick it is and its stiffness, it was a good call on their part.
I used the hinge method, and scotch taped any particles of dust out of the way. My house is pretty dusty so it actually seemed like the hover method might have worked better, ymmv. Once you get it in place, due to its stiffness its actually pretty easy to lift up without worrying about bending the corner.
I got it on there properly aligned, but as you can see in some of the photos there are some spots where the adhesive just didn't seem to want to stick too well. I've had this issue in the past with a few of my SGP protectors, so i would just guess its the silicone adhesive not being completely uniform on the underside. The issue is cosmetic and does not affect the display sensitivity or the quality once the screen is lit.
Heres some photos of the 4 corners after I was done. The cut was very precise and everything lined up perfectly.
Heres a picture of it from profile after installation. I am slightly worried about the fact that it does stick up a bit from the bezel, but given that my friend's Note 2 is pocketed and his is just as thick, there shouldn't be any problems with lifting, especially since I intend on having it in a case when I'm out and about. Something to think about though if you're the kind of user that doesn't like cases ruining the looks of your device.
And finally, I tried my best to take before and after photos of the same screen on max brightness. We all know that trying to take a photo of a screen is usually a futile endeavor in regards to showing distortion of screen protectors, but what the hell here they are for the sake of completeness.
Can you tell which is which? I can't so i guess thats a good thing.
I don't think I've seen many complaints if at all regarding the fact that the screen is too slippery. I know that at this dpi and this smaller screen size typing is more difficult as the already oversensitive screen registers even the tiniest movements as a swipe. This screen protector actually brings that slipperiness down, to about the same as all my other devices naked. Looking forward to using my device more now as I didn't care too much for the super slippery glass. I was in an excited hurry to write up this review as I know there are others that were curious about his product and I'm willing to bet they probably have only a smidge more patience than I.
TL;DR: I was skeptical of this screen protector as I have never heard of nor had any experience with the brand, however I wanted to try something new, and i'm glad it turned out well so far. If i had to give this thing a score, it would have to be a 4.5 out of 5 due to the spots on the screen that didn't quite stick completely and thus introduced some visual artifacts.
PROS:
Thick, the hardness probably won't do much against a drop on the side, but it might protect it better than a dry apply plastic protector and not have the orange peel or rubber feeling of wet apply protectors.
Easy to install: The stiffness makes installation via the hinge method a breeze. Lifting corners to get rid of dust after you get it aligned is also painless as theres little risk of bending it like with plasic protectors.
More scratch resistant? I didn't want to try it with a key test, but i'm hoping given its 8H rating that it will maintain its pristine appearence longer than my SGPs, which admittedly scratch when you breathe on them.
Its glass, you're basically putting another screen on top of your screen, thats like strapping another car in front of your car to protect its front.
CONS:
Price: when I bought this on amazon it was 20 bucks, it has since gone up to 25. Last time i checked the SGP crystal clear is priced at 13 per piece on their website. This is almost twice the price, but if it lasts through the life of 2 SGPs and still looks awesome, its totally worth it.
Thick: Its primary strength may prove to be a weakness. The screen protector MAY be subject to lateral forces which may start to lift it, time will tell.
Doesn't stick perfectly at some places: This could be my fault for having lifted it a few times to pick up dust, or it could be its too stiff and doesn't want to conform, or less than perfect adhesive application at the factory. Whosever fault it is, the problem is cosmetic and in no way affects the operation of the N7.
Not prime eligible: Not really a knock on the product itself, but i had to wait quite awhile for this.
Having just had a few hours with it, I can say that I would recommend this to any one who wants to try a glass screen protector. They could have priced it more ridiculously, but at the current price point it seems fair for what you're getting.
UPDATE: Those tiny little spots are gone now that ive spent a little bit of time applying regular finger pressure on them for a few minutes.
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What is that red cover on the back of got Nexus 7?

Hmm, they won't ship to Canada.

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What is that red cover on the back of got Nexus 7?
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It's a dBrand skin. There's a thread for it in this section. Please don't quote the entire OP in the future...

I had a pretty large bubble when I applied mine at first. You have to work from the middle out. It is harder to work the bubbles out then compared to a normal screen protector.
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Malden said:
I had a pretty large bubble when I applied mine at first. You have to work from the middle out. It is harder to work the bubbles out then compared to a normal screen protector.
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I am not comfort on the think and no hole at front camera position.

Got the screen protector earlier this week, and finally got around to installing this afternoon. No issues applying, though it's a little skewed from user error. The screen protector is on par with all the other glass SP on my other devices. For my it's just added comfort that the original glass is protected.
I noticed a few "marks" under the screen protector after application. They seemed to be indentations in the adhesive from the factory. Applying fingertip / fingernail pressure to the affected areas for a few seconds seemed to help the silicon stick better and clear the trapped air.
I'm glad they chose not to leave holes in the screen protector. Less area for dirt, dust and lint to collect. The camera doesn't seem to be affected by the layer of glass. The illusion of a "cutout" may just be the lack of silicon adhesive in each area. I highly doubt they took the extra time to grind down each area.
Get this screen protector. You won't be disappointed in the feel and protection.

I've had mine on for over a week I think it's great.

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I am not comfort on the think and no hole at front camera position.
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The "hole" by the camera and the notification light are not actually holes. I didn't look closely at the sp before I applied it but I think they are just areas where the glass is thinner so there is no adhesive on those areas or it is a different type of glass. If you rub your finger across where the camera and notification light are it is completely smooth. You don't feel an indentation or anything. So it is just one solid price of tempered glass with no cutouts. It does gives the appearance that there are cutout holes there but there aren't. It does not affect the camera in any way.
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My original one ended up shattered when I received it. Emailed the company and they sent a replacement. Just got my new one today. Easy installation. As for the shattered one, I took a knife to it for kicks. No scratches. Definitely worth the money.
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[REVIEW][PICS] Cheap Slim Hard Case

I picked up a white one of these:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/For-LG-G.../221311296509?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:C:AU:3160
It has a matte translucent finish, and the case is hard, not TPU. I prefer translucent to clear as it doesn't show all the dust and crap that inevitably builds between the phone and the case. It fits perfectly and the buttons are easily accessible. I like that you can still see the rear logo and the case isn't physically obtrusive at all. The gap between screen and front bezel is just over 1mm. Worth the buy, especially for $5. I dropped it 20 minutes ago on a tile floor from about 1m up, no physical change. Can't tell if it landed on a front or back corner as there are no marks. Paid for itself 100 times over.
Photos here:
http://imgur.com/a/pMFZI

I have had one of these for a bit over a week and it's cracking all over the place where I tend to hold my phone. Not from drops, just the stress of holding the phone. :-/

thejonesyboy said:
I picked up a white one of these:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/For-LG-G.../221311296509?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:C:AU:3160
It has a matte translucent finish, and the case is hard, not TPU. I prefer translucent to clear as it doesn't show all the dust and crap that inevitably builds between the phone and the case. It fits perfectly and the buttons are easily accessible. I like that you can still see the rear logo and the case isn't physically obtrusive at all. The gap between screen and front bezel is just over 1mm. Worth the buy, especially for $5. I dropped it 20 minutes ago on a tile floor from about 1m up, no physical change. Can't tell if it landed on a front or back corner as there are no marks. Paid for itself 100 times over.
Photos here:
http://imgur.com/a/pMFZI
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I ordered a quicksand case from the same seller so it's good to know you got your case. How long did the shipping take I wonder?

Jaxidian said:
I have had one of these for a bit over a week and it's cracking all over the place where I tend to hold my phone. Not from drops, just the stress of holding the phone. :-/
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Mine's flexible enough not to crack, even if I try to flex it, even at the corners. It fits nicely and isn't stretching to hold the phone at all. You might have a different model?

bblzd said:
I ordered a quicksand case from the same seller so it's good to know you got your case. How long did the shipping take I wonder?
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About two weeks to Australia.

belt clip case for N5
I have also ordered one Amzer belt clip case for my N5 from a reseller site Fommy...just waitng for it to be delivered..and will surely put up the pics and reviews of the case....as I have also used the cases earlier also of this brand and they were quite sturdy and sustainable one...so considering the past experience I ordered one for my N5 too....so hoping that it wont let me go down.....

I have a similar case only in solid white. Not even a week of use and it is showing signs of coloration..
pic : http://imgur.com/jDgNmCM

stickyness
does this case stick in your pocket?
I find that really annoying with manny cases :-/

thejonesyboy said:
I picked up a white one of these:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/For-LG-G.../221311296509?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:C:AU:3160
It has a matte translucent finish, and the case is hard, not TPU. I prefer translucent to clear as it doesn't show all the dust and crap that inevitably builds between the phone and the case. It fits perfectly and the buttons are easily accessible. I like that you can still see the rear logo and the case isn't physically obtrusive at all. The gap between screen and front bezel is just over 1mm. Worth the buy, especially for $5. I dropped it 20 minutes ago on a tile floor from about 1m up, no physical change. Can't tell if it landed on a front or back corner as there are no marks. Paid for itself 100 times over.
Photos here:
http://imgur.com/a/pMFZI
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Hey did you use the screen protector that came along with it?

Thanks for the detailed pictures. I ordered the white one, too, based on the excellent details you provided here.
Cheers

Thanks for the review. There are also some very similar cases made by Bear Motion on Amazon, might even be same case? idk here for matte smooth and here for sand