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Okay, I know that everyone wants to protect their beautiful new phone's screen but every screen protector I have come across is such a ***** to put on.
Any recommendations on which are the best and HOW TO INSTALL them the easiest?
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checkthisSH said:
Okay, I know that everyone wants to protect their beautiful new phone's screen but every screen protector I have come across is such a ***** to put on.
Any recommendations on which are the best and HOW TO INSTALL them the easiest?
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Dude, I'm pretty sure there is already a thread on this a few posts below... personally, I find eBay has the cheapest, and as long as you're careful in your application, they work great. I got one that reduces glare and doesn't collect fingerprints like the screen used to. They also have privacy screens, mirror screens, and more. Just depends on how much you pay. If you really have to have a perfect application of the screen and have the money, then get a screen protector at one of those little mall kiosks, where they are usually more than happy to put it on for you, the right way. It just tends to cost more than buying online.
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You've got to make sure that your screen is absolutely clean and dustless. If there's dust, a bubble will form around the dust particle and no amount of pushing will get rid of the bubble. I use a lint free wipe (the kind sold for cleaning glasses or computer screens) as well as a piece of microfiber cloth to dry the screen off. Then I blow the screen clean with canned air. I make sure my hands are washed and I don't touch the screen protector directly. I find that even if I hold the screen protector by the edge only, I'll leave at least one speck of dust. Instead, I put a piece of scotch tape on the upper surface of the screen protector and use that as a handle to manipulate the protector while I install it.
I've also had luck carefully lifting off the protector with scotch tape and then sticking the corner of a lint free wipe in, sandwiched between the screen and the protector, to pull out that one last dust particle.
Hope this helps. Good luck.
Thanks guys.
I've ruined two so far. Haha.
Got dust all over the adhesive side.
They are probably unsalvageable now aren't they?
You can save them...use clear packing tape and secure it to a table sticky side up.
Take your screen protector that has the dust (the side that sticks to the screen) face down on the sticky take. Keep a hold of the screen protector by using scotch tape or similar...push down and just pull up...and repeat until the protector is clean and reapply to your phone.
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Vinsane said:
You can save them...use clear packing tape and secure it to a table sticky side up.
Take your screen protector that has the dust (the side that sticks to the screen) face down on the sticky take. Keep a hold of the screen protector by using scotch tape or similar...push down and just pull up...and repeat until the protector is clean and reapply to your phone.
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Thats a great idea! Will this also remove finger prints?
I made the mistake of grabbing the sticky side out of frustration and put a nice smudge on it.
Yes it sure will. It will totally clean it off. The only thing that method can't fix are creases or bends.
This way, it'll save you from having to buy more screen protectors since those are still pretty new.
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really doesn't matter what type of screen protector it is... I've always found that, Glass Cleaner, blow dryer, and a credit card always work best. Make sure your screen is clean, hold your phone about half of an arms length away, spray the cleaner so there's a light mist of it on the phones screen. Place the screen protector, and the cleaner should give you a bit of play before it's set, get where you want it, use the credit card to remove any air bubbles, and the blow dryer will help dry what little cleaner is left behind the screen protector... Hope this helps
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really doesn't matter what type of screen protector it is... I've always found that, Glass Cleaner, blow dryer, and a credit card always work best. Make sure your screen is clean, hold your phone about half of an arms length away, spray the cleaner so there's a light mist of it on the phones screen. Place the screen protector, and the cleaner should give you a bit of play before it's set, get where you want it, use the credit card to remove any air bubbles, and the blow dryer will help dry what little cleaner is left behind the screen protector... Hope this helps
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The glass cleaner won't damage the phone if left under the screen protector?
Wow there is so much I have never thought of!
Haha, thanks guys.
I have had good luck with the real look brand
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I've had my Realook on late November. It's still in excellent condition. I occasionally use scotch tape on one corner to lift it up and remove what little dust collects around the edges.
Another trick I know of is to apply the SP in the bathroom after running the shower on hot for a few minutes. It gets a lot of moisture in the air and causes dust to settle for a bit. Combine that with an impeccably clean screen, careful application (with latex or nitrile gloves if you got some), and a good squeegee and you'll be tip-top.
best out there
Dude you can't beat the Zagg protectors plus the lifetime warranty and if you drop it and your ish breaks they buy you a new one.
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Dude you can't beat the Zagg protectors plus the lifetime warranty and if you drop it and your ish breaks they buy you a new one.
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They provide a warranty on your actual device?
check out the site zagg.com
For those of you with the realook protector, are you having any problems with the proximity sensor on the phone? There's reviews on amazon stating that the realook covers the entire front face of the phone (including the little proximity sensor in the top left). Apparently, this makes it impossible for the phone to tell when it's up to your ear during calls, and subsequently the screen stays dark no matter what you do. Can anyone else confirm this issue, and does your realook screen protector cover just the rectangular lcd screen, or the entire front glass face of the phone?
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They provide a warranty on your actual device?
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no, but they do provide a lifetime warranty on your invisibleshield...if anything happens, you send it back and they'll send you a new one free of charge
I love my invisible shields and i put one on every device I won
iPad, Macbook Pro, MYT4G, my iphone 4, my HD7...everything lol
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There's reviews on amazon stating that the realook covers the entire front face of the phone (including the little proximity sensor in the top left).
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the invisibleshield has a cutout for the sensor, not sure about the realook one
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For those of you with the realook protector, are you having any problems with the proximity sensor on the phone? There's reviews on amazon stating that the realook covers the entire front face of the phone (including the little proximity sensor in the top left). Apparently, this makes it impossible for the phone to tell when it's up to your ear during calls, and subsequently the screen stays dark no matter what you do. Can anyone else confirm this issue, and does your realook screen protector cover just the rectangular lcd screen, or the entire front glass face of the phone?
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I have no cut out for the sensors and it covers the entire glass. I've never had problems with the proximity sensor.
However, I do remember reading that they changed their template and that the newer version isn't as good. Might want to look into that before buying.
yeah with ZAGG, you pay a premium, but it also contains the pieces to cover the back and sides of the phone. This + the tmobile clear hard shell case is quite the combo to a protected phone
ive found the screen protectors from BestSkinEver are literally the bestever! haha...but seriously, they are amazing and feel like a soft gel when it completely dries and you'll hafto wait till it completely dries to see how amazing the skin looks. if done carefully (the site provides detailed instructions - water and a tiny bit of soap is needed), you'll have the clearest skin you could want! good luck!
i can't post the url link (since im still a newb) so google bestskinever
I use the xtreme guard protectors off eBay(kinda expensive $4 for just one) but its perfect for me. Absolutely no air bubbles.
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My alignment is off on my realook screen protector so is it wise to take off and reapply?
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I wouldn't...
I've had issues with screen protectors in the past when I reapplied them. They would always not stick on properly or just look bad in general after the realignment. If the issue is not so big, do not reapply
We have an ivisishield on the wife's shift and i reapplied it no problem there was a few air pockets but they worked themselves out after a couple days. Didn't even use the spray that came with it.
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lovehoshi said:
I wouldn't...
I've had issues with screen protectors in the past when I reapplied them. They would always not stick on properly or just look bad in general after the realignment. If the issue is not so big, do not reapply
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It's not a big issue, but it's still kinda bothering me. I have another screen protector but it would be a waste to use it. Realook are high quality screen protectors so I dont think stickyness will be an issue, but dust might get in when i take it off..
EDIT: take a chance if you had it for a good price. Else, just leave it that way and wait until it starts to peel off
I agree wit koperniczx3
But I think it wont stick nicely, and the air bubbles would probably easily go underneath.
Let us know what you eventually did
VictoriaCoffey said:
I agree wit koperniczx3
But I think it wont stick nicely, and the air bubbles would probably easily go underneath.
Let us know what you eventually did
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I decided to just save my extra screen protector and stick with my messed up one. Not a huge deal so it would be a waste to use a new one. Thanks for all the input.
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I re-apply screen protectors all the time. I take them off the device and rinse the tacky side gently with running tap water and sometimes a little bit of hand soap. Then I lightly shake excess water off of the screen protector and re-apply with a plastic card covered with a lens rag. Any beading water between the screen and screen protector will squeeze out with some squeegee action from the card/rag combo, and just pat dry around the edges. There should be no dust and no bubbles this way. I've never had water damage or anything, it's just a tiny bit of water. Of course you should do all this with the device powered off just in case.
I wouldn't. Once you take them off and put them back on, they won't stick right. Unless you wanna be attacked by air bubbles in the protector, I'd say just leave it be.
nope. not gonna be the same
By "reapply" you mean using the old protector? if so don't do it....
if the alignment is off that means your protector is too small, that usually happens with low quality ones. High-end ones will fits exactly.
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i agree wit koperniczx3
but i think it wont stick nicely, and the air bubbles would probably easily go underneath.
Let us know what you eventually did
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That was i bad idea i also encounter that kind of thing..
VictoriaCoffey said:
I agree wit koperniczx3
But I think it wont stick nicely, and the air bubbles would probably easily go underneath.
Let us know what you eventually did
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LOL i changed something like 4 screen protector in almost 18 months and i was never able to make "bubble free". I always had little annoying bubbles
I tried six seven times didnt happen for me so i gave up
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Generally I have had bad luck applying screen protectors after the first time. I put one on a phone not long ago, and it came out crooked. Wasted the protector in the end...
OK, I NEED to ask you this question: why on earth would anyone use a screen protector on a Gorilla Glass? Before Optimus 4X, I had Samsung Wave for two years - also protected with Gorilla Glass, and I never used any protection but a simple back cover. And guess what? Not a single scratch! I have a maltese dog, he ran across 4X HD numerous times, he even once stumbled upon it on the bed and the phone fell on the floor - guess what - no scratches :highfive:
So I would recommend you all - just buy a cover, or maybe a flip case, and it will be enough
And do not be offended by this post, plese
Gorilla glass is nice but not perfect. My first gorilla glass phone was scratched on the second day of use. It wasn't in the same pocket as my keys and coin either. My gorilla glass tablet had zillions of micro scratches too, looked so cloudy in comparison to a screen-protected device. When my screen protector is getting cloudy I can just apply a new one...can't do that with naked gorilla glass.
I don't use those protectors anymore becuase the material is very often very cheap. All my protectors got soo many scratches so i "put it away" and now I don't get any scratches on my display.
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Feeshie said:
My alignment is off on my realook screen protector so is it wise to take off and reapply?
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Depends on the Screen Protector. Some are ok to re-apply, so are not. At minimum try to smooth out the air bubbles.
Does the Xperia Play come with a pre-installed scratch protector?
I do notice on my play that there seems to be a lip on the edge of my screen like theres one there.
I called Sony support, and they say they don't ship them out with with anything and that it must have been my provider, Rogers, that put it on. Which also soudns weird.
I just wanna know if there really is one there, I want to take it off and replace it. But I don't want to tear off something I shouldnt. I don't have any clue about phone hardware, I might be ripping of the digitizer or something.
Sony says they don't put one on, and Rogers says they don't. I wanna replace it because of a scratch.
Anyone have any insight?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1020025
Ok so apparently its to protect against glass flying everywhere. But is it safe to remove it? I plan on putting a clearcoat scratch guard on it. wouldn't it be the same thing?
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Here's sony's official stance on the screen: http://www.sonyericsson.com/cws/static/webguide/xperiaplay/en/Using-the-touch-screen.html
And to answer your question, yes, adding an aftermarket scratch guard will also keep glass from flying around...
If you read through all 11 pages (LOL) of the thread Michealtbh mentioned, you'd find quite a few opinions on the pros and cons of removing the shatter-guard.
Thanks for the info.
But that link is talking about that peice of plastic that comes with all phones. It has the little flap that lets you pull it off. You know the one EVERYONE tries to keep on their phone as long as possible till they get a real scratch protector, but just comes off and is covered is dust?
Still it answered my main question. I'll wait till I get the clearcoat to remove it.
I didn't post the sony link about the plastic sheet. Rather that not having ANY film on a glass screen is kinda dangerous. But don't all the other gorilla glass phones come without a shard-guard? What happens when they break? and a piece of glass injures someone or something...
I use mine without a screen protector, I found when removing the pre-installed screen protector, the screen looks much more vivid. Of course I'm using a soft case to prevent scratches.
I read up on it, The play doesn't use gorrilla but mineral glass.
So what you're all saying is I can take off the film and ill be fine? I just have to watch out for glass shards if I shatter my phone.
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I took mine off because it was quite badly scratched and replaced it with one from eBay
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I read up on it, The play doesn't use gorrilla but mineral glass.
So what you're all saying is I can take off the film and ill be fine? I just have to watch out for glass shards if I shatter my phone.
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The iphones use gorilla and i know of quite a few of them that have cracked in a major way from minor drops.
Thing about the shard-guard is that it won't actually prevent the glass from shattering. If the impact is severe enough and at the right (wrong?) angle, it will crack, no matter what is stuck on it. Just the film will keep shards from flying. Kinda like what happens when a car windshield breaks. That's different though, it's laminated glass i think.
just bought a expertsheild for £7 waiting for it to come gonna change the stock anti shatter protector with it.
thank you all!
rly need to know it, cuz I wanna remove it, but was not sure of xD
First, let me say that I'm not a novice with respect to tempered glass screen protectors. I've been using them since they first started coming out for the second gen iPhone and have continued to use them with every Android device I've owned for which they have been available. That being said, I'm having the strangest problem with these protectors on my LG G3 and I'm curious whether anyone else has experienced this.
I'm now on my third different brand of tempered glass screen protector for the G3. Each one has installed fine and looked great. But after a few weeks, each one started to develop an air bubble in the exact same spot. It is on the first right side along the edge about 1/3 from the top. The bubbles have consistently been about 3/4 of an inch long and cannot be pressed out. After it happened the first time, I assumed there was simply an adhesive issue with that particular brand. When it happened with the next one, I thought maybe there was dirt or oil built up on the spot and gave the whole screen a strenuous cleaning. But now it has happened again with the third protector and I'm extremely frustrated to the point where I'm considering going back to the old school, non-glass protectors.
Has anyone else been hit with this same problem?
I've had mine on since a week after release and have no problems
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seems rather odd, it's definitely in exactly the same place ?
that can only mean there's something on the screen then, and I'm not sure how the older style would help you any more ?
I ordered a cheap and cheerful glass protector from ebay.co.uk, it's 0.33mm thick, and has a small layer of glue (similar to LOCA you use replacing screens, but weaker so it can be removed easily). this layer helps it remove all bubbles and imperfections. Maybe try a protector which has this glue ?
Maybe your phone has a slight defect causing the issue. Try looking to see if there is a chip, scratch or abnormality in the display
Also I've had many issues with Spigen and Xtreme Guard, howveve, my MIME is great!
I had tried two so far, Spigen and nillkiin, had issues with both with bubbles that won't go away. I had mine in different spots.
On closed inspection I realized that it is because the glass screen protectors where slightly bent at the corners. Maybe happend during installation. It needs to be perfectly flat, once bent you cannot do anything
I'm on my second iCarez protector and I too am having a reoccurring air bubble in the same spot. I thought about switching brands..
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I'm on my second iCarez protector and I too am having a reoccurring air bubble in the same spot. I thought about switching brands..
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Interesting. One of mine was definitely an iCarez.
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I'm on my second iCarez protector and I too am having a reoccurring air bubble in the same spot. I thought about switching brands..
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seems rather odd, it's definitely in exactly the same place ?
that can only mean there's something on the screen then, and I'm not sure how the older style would help you any more ?
I ordered a cheap and cheerful glass protector from ebay.co.uk, it's 0.33mm thick, and has a small layer of glue (similar to LOCA you use replacing screens, but weaker so it can be removed easily). this layer helps it remove all bubbles and imperfections. Maybe try a protector which has this glue ?
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Thanks. Any chance you remember which brand you ordered?
Sure, I ordered this one. http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/221374622274
Think it was around £6
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Interesting. One of mine was definitely an iCarez.
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I should clarify, by same spot, I mean for me specifically. Both iCarez protectors created a bubble close to the LED Notification light.
I had the same bubbling problem with the iCarez. I switched to this one and haven't had an issue for a little over a week now.
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I had the same bubbling problem with the iCarez. I switched to this one and haven't had an issue for a little over a week now.
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I'll give this one a shot. Do let us know if something comes up
I also had the issue with iCarez after about a week, contacted them and they sent me a new one. I told them if it happens again I expect another replacement and they assured me they would keep sending until there were no issues. Doesn't solve the problem though.
I have the Zagg Glass and after a few weeks have noticed no issues at all. This is my first glass screen protector I've ever used and from reading about all the others I'm glad I spent the extra money for it. I actually got it for $27 during a sale they ran.
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I have never had any issues with spigen tempered glass
I have the Spigen tR Nano Slim and it seems to affect the touch sensitivity. My phone is always registering accidental clicks when i mean to be scrolling.
I just applied a Tech Armor (.3 mm, 9h) glass protector and it went on very easily. A couple of small bubbles that were easy to remove and now I don't even notice that it's there (except that I think it's actually smoother than the regular glass). It was very cheap ($12 from amazon w/ free shipping) and seems to be good quality.
Anyone else with a couple of tiny air bubbles or imperfections in the application of the factory screen protector out of the box? I have 2 but they are tiny and only show in certain lights and angles. They are like little dots.
But it does make me worry if Samsung can't apply it perfectly , what chance do I have when I need to replace it?!
Nope me and my wife both have the phone. No bubbles. Was hard to even see the protector at first.
Same I didn't even notice it was there until I peeled of the first layer protector then I could see the real protector underneath
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Same I didn't even notice it was there until I peeled of the first layer protector then I could see the real protector underneath
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Ok, so there's 2 layers? Like a thin protector covering the ACTUAL screen protector? I just want to make sure before I peel the top layer back.
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Ok, so there's 2 layers? Like a thin protector covering the ACTUAL screen protector? I just want to make sure before I peel the top layer back.
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Got a pic of the protector on yours now?
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Got a pic of the protector on yours now?
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I dont. But I haven't removed any protector except for the thin film one on the back.
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I left whatever was on there in the box. Fingerprint seems slow but other than that it is good. Are there 2 layers on top?
After a day or two, I had about 3 bubbles show. Not tiny too. I pressed all of them with my fingers. Even rubbed the really tiny one with my nail. That seemed to work
3 note 10 pluses unlocked . only one protector on top.. not two. ive removed the protectors ....
I had a small bump that I tried to scratch off and it is now a small pin hole. Drives me crazy, even though it's hard to see. I chatted with Samsung and they said to take the phone to the Samsung Experience store at Best Buy and they would replace the screen protector. Turned out to be bad information as Best Buy has no replacement parts. I called back and was told it is a warranty item, but Samsung has no replacement screen protectors!!..No time line known to have them.. Also, told I could not remove the existing screen protector as I could damage the screen and it would void warranty.. Not impressed with their lousy customer service!
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I am not sure, but the protector preinstalled may be just as the back one, just a packing protective measure
My factory installed one has glue or something on it that won't come off and samsung has no idea what to do
oneandroidnut said:
My factory installed one has glue or something on it that won't come off and samsung has no idea what to do
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Wow...,seeing that I took a very close look on mine, I don't see any blemishes. Hope it's just some left over glue or dust underneath the plastic protector. Am gonna be taking that protector off as soon as it starts to wear-off.
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Wow...,seeing that I took a very close look on mine, I don't see any blemishes. Hope it's just some left over glue or dust underneath the plastic protector. Am gonna be taking that protector off as soon as it starts to wear-off.
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Yeah I told samsung I am not removing until I have a replacement to see if I have anything underneath but I doubt it as it is rough in that area as I run my hand over it
I removed mine when I got it. It just stuck out too much for me.
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Yeah I told samsung I am not removing until I have a replacement to see if I have anything underneath but I doubt it as it is rough in that area as I run my hand over it
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Costs saving lack of HEPA Clean Room rule for $1000+++ phones assembly line?
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Costs saving lack of HEPA Clean Room rule for $1000+++ phones assembly line?
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I honestly don't think it was that i think it was during boxing. From some manuals or the box, something in that stage the phone is money and screen protector as well just something on top i think
Not here.
It was 2 protector on front of mines and wife the top first layer looked like 1 on back with the tab and all and second layer was actual screen protector I got att device idk if that have to do with but the box was different.
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My factory installed one has glue or something on it that won't come off and samsung has no idea what to do
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That looks like it was marred. Been there, done that.
The factory screen protector is pretty good; leave it on as long as you can. It really can save your screen... I inadvertently tested it in a nasty drop onto a rough metal edge from 2 feet. No glass damage at all.
These phones love to faceplant...
Gorilla IQ Sheild is the only 3rd party protector I would recommend. Self healing, very scratch resistant and a fairly easy wet apply. No bubbles and the tactile feel is acceptable.
Pay close attention to installation. Since it's a wet apply, placement is easy just allow at least 10 hours drying time. If it lifts on the curve even after a month take a little bit water, wet and reapply that portion before dirt gets under it. Make sure it's sticking on the curve surfaces on install; simply press it down an extra time or two in the first few minutes.
Works with any case.
Got 3 months on this one and still looks great. Two to a box.