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Warning About VZW Screen Protectors!

They are just terrible.
for the first week, it attracted sweat. I was not even sweaty, yet it absorbed the sweat. If i were watching you tube videos, i could see where it was wet and id have to wipe it away.
for the second week. Its picking up fingerprints, in my pocket. its that bad. The fingerprints dont go away either. It starts making bumps. Heres the kicker, if you try to swypeD See what i did there?) it away, more finger prints! They start to make it hard just to swipe left and right in the home screens.
To point out some other flaws-
-OverPriced
-Does not even cover the complete screen
-Attracts sunlight
-cut outs are too large, incase of user error
-comes in a pack of 3, so if i get a new screen protector (no way im not) ill feel bad about it. (yes, this is a flaw.)
So Never, Never, Ever, get the verizon screen protector. Even if you were in my position where you did the living social thing to get $50 to spend, Just get two cases, or the highly overpriced $6 screen cleaners, which are really just the free things they give you when you get glasses.

I don't have that problem with Verizon screen protector.
And if you use finger to clean off finger prints.....there's something wrong with you. It's like using a dust-maker to clean the dust?

I do like the smoothness and clarity of the Verizon screen protector. My ghost armor still left some bumps and lines in the protector. The protector not fitting the whole way isn't too bad because I'm using the amzer case but it would be nice it it was a little bigger. I don't like the fact that it scratches so easy. The ghost armor resisted scratches, but this one just takes it. I had it in my pocket all day and managed to find scratches on it. I guess that's why they give you 3. If it was a decent protector you would think 1 is all you need.
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The Verizon screen protectors are a bargain compared to some other options out there, and they're just as good. I've used $13 (for one) BoxWave ClearTouch Crystal screen protectors on my Eris, Incredible, and Fascinate with very very good results. I purchased the Verizon clear screen protectors since BoxWave didn't have theirs ready when the phone was released, and I was able to see how good the Verizon protector was beforehand on my friend's Galaxy Nexus.
Most of the items you listed as flaws will be present with other screen protectors. Sure, the Verizon protector could have extended widthwise more, but covering the curved bottom with this style of dry/static application screen protector will result in the entire bottom edge being lifted off the screen. I haven't seen any screen protector that doesn't attract sunlight compared to no screen protector. Even anti-glare versions tend to attract light, though with a more diffuse reflection. The cutouts for the ear speaker, camera, and sensor are fine and hardly too large. I've never experienced the problem where fingerprints cause bumps.

the Verizon ones beat the other 3 brands I have tried by far. Maybe you should take a shower so you're not so greasy.
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OSully said:
the Verizon ones beat the other 3 brands I have tried by far. Maybe you should take a shower so you're not so greasy.
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Well put when I first got them I made the mistake of getting the anti glare and that was horrible then I bought an xo case fit one that I did not like the fit of so I went back and got the clear one from verizon and I am now satisfied
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What's wrong with you guys.. Verizon screen protector is not a bargain. Besides, you can get very good screen protectors from Ebay for negligible amount of money. Lmfao
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I agree. A good screen protector will cover the entire glass, not just the viewable screen portion. The price is like $15 or something?
Typically you can order a better one for less. I have an XO brand I paid less for and it's a edge-to-edge wet apply.
I bought the 3 pack, pulled one out and placed it over the screen (before trying to apply it) saw what it covered, and put it back in the little bag. I have 3, never used, waste of money.

I think they're just okay. Great clarity but does attract fingerprints and the prints are hard to wipe off using my T-shirt.
Once I'm done with the pack, I plan on getting the SGP ultra clear oleophobic.
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Bought a 3 pack with the Verizon accessory sale for like $7 or $8, they're perfectly fine for me and thought it was easy to apply. The part of the screen not covered is covered up my by gel skin. When I clean mine, I grab a Zeiss lens cleaning wipe, and it works fine for me. I'm pretty picky on screen protectors and typically hate them, but I actually prefer the feel of the VZW protector over the bare glass.
/no issue
/personal preference

Bought verizon 3-pack for about $8 after corporate discount, and nothing's wrong with them. I actually had a bad 1st Gnexus device that I had to return, while they were swapping I asked for a piece of tape to lift and reapply the used protector on the new device, and the verizon rep was astounded at how easily I applied it without a single bubble or dust particle.
Btw, they cover as much as the screen as possible, if it went edge to edge it would be lifted because of the curvature in the glass. I use my nexus to talk about an hour a day, and I do have a pretty greasy face, and my screen is nicely protected from my nasty face.

Count me among those liking the VZW clear screen protectors. As good or better than any others I've used. Cleans fine with a microfiber cloth. No issues.

After using sgp and power support shields, I can confidently say the Verizon protectors are garbage. Save yourself some money and just buy an sgp shield for your phone. Same price and significantly better.
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+1 for the vzw clear screen protectors. not perfect, but much better than the wet application skinomi.

rubiconjp said:
Once I'm done with the pack, I plan on getting the SGP ultra clear oleophobic.
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My one experience with the SGP Oleophobic was that it scratched very easily. The screen protector scratched while I was trying to rub out bubbles after application. The Verizon clear and BoxWave Crystal protectors never scratched from doing this.

Just installed a VZW protector on my phone.
Crystal clear, no orange peel that I can see. A little less slick than I would like but once it gets "greased up" from normal use Im sure it will be fine.
Only complaint is it doesnt cover the bottom portion of the phone perfectly....sides and top are good in conjunction with my Diztronics rev 3 case, but the bottom of the protector is about 3mm short. Good enough for now, while I decide which better proector I want to buy.

Do people not use invisi shield anymore. Those are nice and pretty cheap.
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I will say these are "ok" at best...they look good on the phone but if you put your phone in your pocket they scratch really easily. Mine looked horrible after a week of use.

Going case less.

Only thing holding me back is when I place the phone down on any hard surface and getting the lense scratch.
Help
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I would advise to keep your case on, but if you are determined.. You could always use a wet apply screen protector on the lense, you will have to cut it which would be fun, and not sure how that would affect your pics. But I don't think you really have any other choice.

You are braver than I am, despite the fact that the back is more textured than my old droid charge, the nexus is just so thin I always feel like I'm going to drop it. If a case protects the phone from even one drop its worth the cosmetic negatives. I've seen videos on youtube of the nexus screen completely shattering from a 4 foot drop screen down onto concrete and becoming completely unusable (although it was completely fine when dropped on its back and on the corner)

Are you saying "lense" as in camera lens, or the screen glass? The camera lens has a slight lip around it to protect it, so it should be fine. For the screen... well, you can either use a screen protector as suggested or simply don't put the phone face-down.
I go with the Commuter because I am able to put it face-down without worry about scratching the screen (as well as for drop-insurance).

You could buy this screen protector, screen + camera lens.
http://www.martinfields.com/US/MFOP-SamGalaxyNexus
I'm gonna be rocking my phone naked, except with the ultra oleophobic from sgp

Here's the video if you are interested. This why I will be getting a case and screen protector for the nexus. I don't want to take a chance.

I tried too. It just feels to skinny and fragile in my paws. I just need a little more bulk, prob go with a ultra capsule or ultra hybrid. Sucks cause the phone is beautiful ceaseless. Plus there's always the chance of me dropping while out and about

I'm super careful with my devices.
I've had the GNex caseless since day one...
And don't have even a miniscule scratch yet.
By careful though...I mean I plug the charger with the care of a WWII sniper.
And she doesn't sit on any surface that isn't wiped off and deemed soft/smooth enough.
*Knock on Wood*

Jubakuba said:
I'm super careful with my devices.
I've had the GNex caseless since day one...
And don't have even a miniscule scratch yet.
By careful though...I mean I plug the charger with the care of a WWII sniper.
And she doesn't sit on any surface that isn't wiped off and deemed soft/smooth enough.
*Knock on Wood*
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Lol!!!
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Don't do that man.
http://imgur.com/a/gjtVw
Slipped from my hand. 3.3ft fall. Bounced first on the bottom left corner on a ceramic floor, glass absorbed the impact.
I wanted to die.
I hate my actual case (those $5 S cases from amazon), and I'm going to get a TPU Bumper from ebay because I miss using it naked.
But wouldn't risk going caseless.
I did it once with my new Nexus and guess what? Fell from my shirt pocket, landed on the screen, but luckily, nothing happened.
It almost seems they are suicide phones.

[Q] Which screen protect do you use?

Which screen protector do you use on your Note 3 and why?
There seems to be around four different popular Spigen screen protectors available for the note 3...
Crystal -
Strong screen protector, clear quality.
Ultra Crystal -
Same as above, but a little clearer?
Oleophobic -
Not as strong as above, but helps with fingerprints?
Ultra Optics -
Anti fingerprint & anti glare

I was going to go that route until I found out the naked screen already has that coating to help fight fingerprints and smudges. Now I don't want to put one on. In the almost two weeks I had the phone I only had to wipe the screen may three times. And from what the screen is made of I don't see it getting scratched from anything. I mean how many of your kitchen glasses have scratches gouged in them, or the windows of your car? I mean it's stronger glass than those, so there's no worries.

I use nothing on mine.
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I think the biggest worry is cracks. Screen protectors aren't going to keep us from getting cracks. Id hate to accidentally put my keys in the same pocket though.

I've put Ghost Armor on my last 4 phones and cant recommend them highly enough. Depending on where you go, their guys are always very helpful and professional. I always have a hard time getting these screen protectors on without bubbles or dirt getting underneath and with a screen this size I would just rather let someone trained to do it, do it right.
The newer Ghost Armor is also thinner while still offering the same great protection. Most people cant even tell I have anything on the screen. For an almost $800 dollar device I want all the protection I can get.
+1 for Ghost Armor by me.

Dreamgun said:
Which screen protector do you use on your Note 3 and why?
There seems to be around four different popular Spigen screen protectors available for the note 3...
Crystal -
Strong screen protector, clear quality.
Ultra Crystal -
Same as above, but a little clearer?
Oleophobic -
Not as strong as above, but helps with fingerprints?
Ultra Optics -
Anti fingerprint & anti glare
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If your going to put a screen protector then put the Ultra Oleophobic from Spigen it's the closest I've used that feels like glass (aside from the tempered glass), your finger and S-Pen slides across the screen. It feels really good and not rough like others.
Nexus ONE

Vgamer4550 said:
I've put Ghost Armor on my last 4 phones and cant recommend them highly enough. Depending on where you go, their guys are always very helpful and professional. I always have a hard time getting these screen protectors on without bubbles or dirt getting underneath and with a screen this size I would just rather let someone trained to do it, do it right.
The newer Ghost Armor is also thinner while still offering the same great protection. Most people cant even tell I have anything on the screen. For an almost $800 dollar device I want all the protection I can get.
+1 for Ghost Armor by me.
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Curious what Ghost Armor costs.
My .02 is - I always felt with Gorilla Glass you couldn't scratch the phone. I even read articles that nothing but sand would scratch it but that's not true. I put a nice deep scratch in my Galaxy S3. I had 2 phones in my pocket and the back of the Iphone case had a little metal disc so I can attach it via a magnet mount in the car. Well phones got shuffled in movement and that disc really made a nice deep scratch. I'm not sure Ghost Armour or anything else would have saved me there but welcome your opinion since you have used Ghost Armour on multiple devices.
Now I make sure my phones are always back to back if they are both in the same pocket.

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Curious what Ghost Armor costs.
My .02 is - I always felt with Gorilla Glass you couldn't scratch the phone. I even read articles that nothing but sand would scratch it but that's not true. I put a nice deep scratch in my Galaxy S3. I had 2 phones in my pocket and the back of the Iphone case had a little metal disc so I can attach it via a magnet mount in the car. Well phones got shuffled in movement and that disc really made a nice deep scratch. I'm not sure Ghost Armour or anything else would have saved me there but welcome your opinion since you have used Ghost Armour on multiple devices.
Now I make sure my phones are always back to back if they are both in the same pocket.
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Ghost Armor is not the cheapest, but I think its very worth it. Just having it done professionally without the bubbles and goofyness that comes with not getting the protector perfectly straight is worth half the price for me.
For my last phone, the S3 I had them do the whole phone. Front, Back, and Sides. The back and side they did in a "carbon fiber" and the front they used their Ghost armor. After a year in a half of pretty hard use, I had them redo the protectors and the darn phone looks freaking brand new. I cant say the same for the case I got for it.
As far as price goes. Its about 15 bucks for just the front of the device and 25-50ish dollars if you do the whole device depending on the size. They do anything from cell phones to laptops. They also have a life time warrant. So if you do get bubbles or the protector starts to peel. Just bring it back to any location and they will redo it for 5 bucks labor, not cost for the material.
Now, our Note 3s, Im not sure I would recommend doing much more then the front of the device as the the back and sides are not straight plastic, so the plastic protectors might not stick very well. I also got myself a Samsung S-View cover. So with the screen protector and the S-View cover, I am no longer worried about arbitrarily throwing the phone in my pocket.
Having to open the S-View cover works for me so far, but I may change it out for a regular case like a SEIDIO case when they become available for more drop protection etc.

Ghost armor is nice but it seems to inhibit the use of the spen since it's not a hard surface
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aaronmcd1214 said:
Ghost armor is nice but it seems to inhibit the use of the spen since it's not a hard surface
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Haven't seemed to have a problem with it on my end.

Glass Screen Protector Experiences

I just got my Nexus 5, my first Nexus phone, and I'm pretty excited about it. Naturally I want to add some protection to it especially since I will likely be going sans-case (at least for use, though I've ordered a leather/wool felt sleeve for it to take refuge in while not in the protection of my hands, which will work well with my Pebble as I don't need to constantly check the phone for notifications). A friend of mine that I talked into impulse buying the N5 ordered the Mime Feather Glass protector after his research. Looking through the threads I could find it looks like a lot of people have had issues with chipping edges on that model, and it sounds like a slew of other issues from other manufacturers like Spigen, and I don't like the extra cutouts on the Nillkin protector (just seems like an extra space for dust to collect and takes away from the sleekness a bit IMO). Anyway it looked like most of those posts originated closer to the launch time of the N5 so I'm wondering if any glass protectors have stood out for quality above the rest over the past couple months?
I know the tempered glass protectors are more expensive, but the feel, look, scratch resistance, and apparently debatable shatter protection of the underlying screen seem to be the best option. I saw the post about the Rhino Shield but the much lower scratch resistance and similar price coupled with the article claiming a ziploc bag offered similar protection deterred me slightly :silly:
tl:dr- looking for a sweet tempered glass screen protector to use without a case, what's the best option (overall/value)
Thanks!

TheBeardedAx said:
I just got my Nexus 5, my first Nexus phone, and I'm pretty excited about it. Naturally I want to add some protection to it especially since I will likely be going sans-case (at least for use, though I've ordered a leather/wool felt sleeve for it to take refuge in while not in the protection of my hands, which will work well with my Pebble as I don't need to constantly check the phone for notifications). A friend of mine that I talked into impulse buying the N5 ordered the Mime Feather Glass protector after his research. Looking through the threads I could find it looks like a lot of people have had issues with chipping edges on that model, and it sounds like a slew of other issues from other manufacturers like Spigen, and I don't like the extra cutouts on the Nillkin protector (just seems like an extra space for dust to collect and takes away from the sleekness a bit IMO). Anyway it looked like most of those posts originated closer to the launch time of the N5 so I'm wondering if any glass protectors have stood out for quality above the rest over the past couple months?
I know the tempered glass protectors are more expensive, but the feel, look, scratch resistance, and apparently debatable shatter protection of the underlying screen seem to be the best option. I saw the post about the Rhino Shield but the much lower scratch resistance and similar price coupled with the article claiming a ziploc bag offered similar protection deterred me slightly :silly:
tl:dr- looking for a sweet tempered glass screen protector to use without a case, what's the best option (overall/value)
Thanks!
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The Mime feather is my first experience with extremely thin glass protectors. My experience at first was great, but it is starting to fall apart and I'm regretting my purchase. It started with the corners for some reason even though I have the heavy duty ballistic case on the phone. Now I'm getting whole cracks from one side to the other... Not even originating from the corners where it started. I am clueless as to how it happens because I have never dropped my phone.
If you're going to get a glass protector I strongly encourage you to get the non-thin versions. It's not a whole lot thicker and it is less likely to be brittle. I have used several normal thickness glass protectors in the past (Spigen) and was never disappointed in those. So far my experience with MIME is poor, but Spigen has been excellent and that includes their cases.

Thanks. I was tempted buy Iloome's flex glass cause it's on sale right now for $17 but I was thinking the thicker protector might be the way to go.

TheBeardedAx said:
I just got my Nexus 5, my first Nexus phone, and I'm pretty excited about it. Naturally I want to add some protection to it especially since I will likely be going sans-case (at least for use, though I've ordered a leather/wool felt sleeve for it to take refuge in while not in the protection of my hands, which will work well with my Pebble as I don't need to constantly check the phone for notifications). A friend of mine that I talked into impulse buying the N5 ordered the Mime Feather Glass protector after his research. Looking through the threads I could find it looks like a lot of people have had issues with chipping edges on that model, and it sounds like a slew of other issues from other manufacturers like Spigen, and I don't like the extra cutouts on the Nillkin protector (just seems like an extra space for dust to collect and takes away from the sleekness a bit IMO). Anyway it looked like most of those posts originated closer to the launch time of the N5 so I'm wondering if any glass protectors have stood out for quality above the rest over the past couple months?
I know the tempered glass protectors are more expensive, but the feel, look, scratch resistance, and apparently debatable shatter protection of the underlying screen seem to be the best option. I saw the post about the Rhino Shield but the much lower scratch resistance and similar price coupled with the article claiming a ziploc bag offered similar protection deterred me slightly :silly:
tl:dr- looking for a sweet tempered glass screen protector to use without a case, what's the best option (overall/value)
Thanks!
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I am using MIME Ghost glass protector. It is excellent. I am using my N5 without a case.

psy_spy said:
I am using MIME Ghost glass protector. It is excellent. I am using my N5 without a case.
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How long have you been using the Ghost? Any issues with peeling/chipping/bubbles?

I enjoy the spigen glastr nano slim. I haven't had any issues since i put it on week ago. I wrote a thread about it.
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TheBeardedAx said:
How long have you been using the Ghost? Any issues with peeling/chipping/bubbles?
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I have been using it for 2 weeks. No peeling/chipping issues since it is a bit thicker compared to feather. When I applied it on the phone, I got a very small bubble near the upper left corner. It disappeared after a day. Please read reviews from other mime ghost owners to get a fair idea. I remember seeing a separate thread for mime in the n5 forum.

I've got the spigen glass nano.tr slim (the one with rounded corners) coming the mail. Any tips on applying it? I REALLY get OCD (ADHD) if there's ANY dust or bubbles under the screen, so I have to do it perfectly, since it costs nearly £30.
Any advice on how to do it flawlessly?
I read somewhere about running the shower on hot for 30 mins, then doing it in the bathroom, because the hot air causes the dust to all fall to the ground and isn't flying around - but won't that cause condensation etc to build up on the screen in the seconds before you apply the protector?
Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

paradoxiumwind said:
I've got the spigen glass nano.tr slim (the one with rounded corners) coming the mail. Any tips on applying it? I REALLY get OCD (ADHD) if there's ANY dust or bubbles under the screen, so I have to do it perfectly, since it costs nearly £30.
Any advice on how to do it flawlessly?
I read somewhere about running the shower on hot for 30 mins, then doing it in the bathroom, because the hot air causes the dust to all fall to the ground and isn't flying around - but won't that cause condensation etc to build up on the screen in the seconds before you apply the protector?
Any tips would be greatly appreciated.
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See my thread. Use the hinge method. I didn't do it in a steamy room, but it went on near flawless. (No dust, but only very slightly off center)
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I got the xgear glass for nexus 4 and it was great. It save me phone, I drop it on is screen and nothing happens only the tempered glass was broken.
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KTT16 said:
See my thread. Use the hinge method. I didn't do it in a steamy room, but it went on near flawless. (No dust, but only very slightly off center)
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Regarding the hinge method, make sure when you close the hinge it falls smack dab center. No having to pull it to slightly center it, etc. The tape itself has some bit of tension so it will pull the screen protector back. I'm like 0.2mm off center and I'm very annoyed. So maybe when you tape the screen protector down, start slightly to the left (assuming you tape the right).
Also if you have access to a clean room, do it there. I regret doing it at home and not staying late at work to use the CDA and cleanroom to properly dust off my screen. A stupid eyelash fell off in the middle of the procedure and I have a freaking eyelash underneath my screen protector. LOL. Good thing it's at the bezel though.

The most effective method imo is the steamed washroom method which gives you lots of chances to get it right and you'll never get any dust or any other particles on your screen.

The cruzerlite glass screen protector is amazing. I need to write up a review on it now and take some pics as I've had it over a week. It honestly feels better than the real n5 screen.
>^.^< Sent From Meow nexus 5

I have the Mime Feather Glass and it works great. I did have to shave the corners of my Ringke case to prevent the screen protector from peeling up on the edges. See post #30 here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2540471
On a side note., the screen protector did crack, from something I did, and Mime sent me a coupon for 50% off a new one.
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I have a Nillkin protector, looks and feels great. Just wondering how a tempered glass protector fares against drops compared to those shatter proof polyurethane (non glass) screen protectors like Rhino Shield and Zagg Extreme. I know Tempered glass protectors can shatter but those others won't, I’m not worried about that, I’m more concerned about the level of protection they offer. Are glass protectors as good as those other ones at dispersing and dampening impact forces? I've seen a couple of videos on Rhino Shield and they look amazing.

I received the first gen of Spigen's SLIM.t screen protectors in mid-November and have been using it since. Initially, the product was great albeit it still attracted fingerprints. I was highly satisfied and the tempered glass looked and felt amazing (plus I managed to avoid any of the bubbles the majority of early buyers experienced).
But a month after normal use (I don't use a case either, but I'm very careful with my phone) it started chipping on the edges. I never dropped my phone or do anything that would cause damage, but magically out of no where the screen protector started chipping.
Currently today, I have 6 chips around my screen protector (2 at the top, 1 on the right, 3 on the left), and two clear cracks across my phone as well (both stemming from separate chips on the side). I'm not sure how the SPIM.tR Nano performs, but I can tell you that paying over $30 for a screen protector that chips this easily is not a worthwhile investment. Something to be aware of.

Zagg HD shield has no problems
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KTT16 said:
I enjoy the spigen glastr nano slim. I haven't had any issues since i put it on week ago. I wrote a thread about it.
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This. Best screen protector I've ever had, a little pricey but I'm glad I bought it.
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UK Note 7 Replacement - naked, glass or plastic.

Now we have replacement phones how are you carrying them?
I have spigen neo hybrid crystal and factory screen plastic while I decide what to do.

Its a problem. I have yet to own an Edge series mobile that I am able to purchase a glass screen protector in fact any sort of screen protection. This is the one major problem for most Edge users across the range.
Please let me know if you find a decent one.
Ryland

Naked but trying nano liquid. No scratches so far. It's in a ringke air case
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bonerp said:
Naked but trying nano liquid. No scratches so far. It's in a ringke air case
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Isn't it too cold in the UK to walk around naked?
Ryland
Put your clothes on you will catch cold! :good:

I am thinking about putting a skinomi wet install full body protector film, the back part is the the one I worry the most, but I dont want to hide it in a case, as it is really eye catching

OK so further to this I have scratches on the rear of my phone - which generally lives in a CASE! This GG5 is ****e.

bonerp said:
OK so further to this I have scratches on the rear of my phone - which generally lives in a CASE! This GG5 is ****e.
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And you're using a liquid protector on it?

Yep clearly does not work.
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I think sand and similar particles will scratch gorilla glass. If sand or similar particles get behind the case on a glass backed phone it can likely get scratches. I also agree that the curved glass screens mean any tempered screen protector is pretty much out. That sucks, because tempered protectors prevent about 95% of breaks and they hold up much better than plastic protectors which get scratched easily. I have been making my own clear plastic screen protectors by using a tempered protector I had that fit over the flat part of the display (but wouldn't stay down on the edges even still which is why I took it off) as a template to make a screen protector out of dollar store tablet screen protectors. That is not a permanent solution and once I get my replacement N7 set up I am going to be using the galaxy tab7 plastic skin protector and wrap it around the phone all the way to the back. This has already been done as DIY screen protector by another member here and looks like the best option right now. I will not be going naked as one of my businesses is contracting/construction (the other retail) and my phone will be in a tool pouch so I need to have some kind of screen protector on when working like this.

yes, sand particles between the case and the back,will surely make scratches, no doubt about