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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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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.
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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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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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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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...my naked N5 slipped from my cold, numb fingers and landed flat but face down on a NYC sidewalk a couple days ago. At first it looked like a "soft landing" but no such luck and now I'm looking at a screen replacement (screen itself OK, but glass cracked all to hell).
So now I'm wondering if this could have been prevented simply by a case and not necessarily a screen protector as well. I've used cases such as an Otterbox Commuter in the past but never dropped any of those phones to the extent this one went down. It seems to me that any case with a slight lip on the front -- as most of them must have -- would be enough since the screen itself would not hit the ground.
From research on this forum and web sites I'm currently favoring the Spigen Thin Armor case but am wondering if a high-quality screen protector would also be worth it. My screen at the time it was damaged really had no scratches at all, so the Gorilla Glass was doing its job. Would one of those tempered glass protectors also provide shatter protection? Or would a decent case by itself be sufficient?
FWIW, I've used thin-film protectors in the past but always found them annoying due to bubbles, making the screen less readable, and/or affecting the touch response.
Even with a case on, if there was a small rock or a jagged edge on the ground that nicks the screen, it would have still been toast anyway. This is regardless of if there was a lip protecting it or not. It all depends on what's on the ground by chance.
A tempered glass protector probably could have saved the screen though, since you said it landed flat on its face. Tempered glass protectors are perfect for impacts that land face down, not so much on edges or sides. You will see most demonstrations of tempered glass done with nails, hammers, drop tests, etc. with the phone being impacted directly on the face. If it impacts from the side, there is a good chance the screen could still break as tempered glass isn't really designed to protect from those types of impacts.
That is where the case with a lip comes in. Those are meant to protect from side and edge impacts. Most drops generally don't land flat like yours, they tend to bounce around on corners first, so the case would absorb most of the impact and not the phone directly.
Your best bet is to both have a tempered glass screen protector (for flat impacts), and a bumper frame or TPU case (for the rest).
I use a Nillkin H+ Tempered Glass screen protector and a bumper frame (back not covered as I put a skin on the back) and I'm pretty much covered for most brain lapse moments.
rochrunner said:
FWIW, I've used thin-film protectors in the past but always found them annoying due to bubbles, making the screen less readable, and/or affecting the touch response.
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Once you learn the hinge method for putting on screen protectors, you won't have air bubbles or dust underneath. You can't even tell my phone has a screen protector on it. Youtube has several videos on how to do it properly.
I refuse to pay big $$$ for glass protectors because you only get one of them, and you either do it right, or throw it away. With plastic protectors, you get several for a few dollars.
wolfen69 said:
I refuse to pay big $$$ for glass protectors because you only get one of them, and you either do it right, or throw it away. With plastic protectors, you get several for a few dollars.
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That's not true. I applied and removed my Nillkin more then 10 times during the application to get rid of the dust I missed trapped underneath because I suck at applying screen protectors. It reapplied the same every time. All you have to do is make sure you don't firmly press it down and you're fine. This is even after you see the adhesion process occur. It will still peel up. The adhesive takes a few hours to a day (depending on brand) to fully stick/cure.
If a person like me can apply one glass screen protector, anyone else will do it better. One is all you need.
Plastic will only give basic scratch protection and leave a greasy screen after a while. If it takes the same fall his did, the screen would still be done for.
mmmmBACON said:
I use a Nillkin H+ Tempered Glass screen protector and a bumper frame (back not covered as I put a skin on the back) and I'm pretty much covered for most brain lapse moments.
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What bumper frame do you use? I've been looking for one myself for a while now...
Cases protect the actual body of the phone, and maybe the screen if it happens to land flat. But if a rock of some other elevated object hits the screen then it will be done for. And a plastic screen protector will do nothing, that protects against scratches like from sand. A glass one would be the best bet for shatter protection. I've seen a person take a hammer to a screen with a glass screen protector on. The protector was rekt but the phone screen was fine.
Awesomepie85 said:
What bumper frame do you use? I've been looking for one myself for a while now...
Cases protect the actual body of the phone, and maybe the screen if it happens to land flat. But if a rock of some other elevated object hits the screen then it will be done for. And a plastic screen protector will do nothing, that protects against scratches like from sand. A glass one would be the best bet for shatter protection. I've seen a person take a hammer to a screen with a glass screen protector on. The protector was rekt but the phone screen was fine.
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There are 2 that I would probably recommend. I'm currently using a transparent bumper case off of ebay. I did a review here http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/accessories/lucency-transparent-bumper-case-review-t2690108. It is $2.88 shipped. If you do choose this one, I would stick to black. After using them for a while now, the various colours tend to stain easily, but the black doesn't. It is just for light drop protection, but since the main body is a harder plastic, it won't absorb a higher drop like a softer bumper frame, or a TPU case would. I personally like it because it is transparent and you can still see the sides of the phone and the skin through it.
The other is the replica Nexus 4 bumper, for the Nexus 5. Mine is still in the mail so I haven't tried it out yet, but others have bought it and it seems to have gotten pretty good reviews overall. http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/accessories/replica-official-nexus-4-bumper-nexus-5-t2698422. It's a little bit pricier at $12.99 off Amazon, or around $8 - $10 off Aliexpress.
rochrunner said:
...my naked N5 slipped from my cold, numb fingers and landed flat but face down on a NYC sidewalk a couple days ago. At first it looked like a "soft landing" but no such luck and now I'm looking at a screen replacement (screen itself OK, but glass cracked all to hell).
So now I'm wondering if this could have been prevented simply by a case and not necessarily a screen protector as well. I've used cases such as an Otterbox Commuter in the past but never dropped any of those phones to the extent this one went down. It seems to me that any case with a slight lip on the front -- as most of them must have -- would be enough since the screen itself would not hit the ground.
From research on this forum and web sites I'm currently favoring the Spigen Thin Armor case but am wondering if a high-quality screen protector would also be worth it. My screen at the time it was damaged really had no scratches at all, so the Gorilla Glass was doing its job. Would one of those tempered glass protectors also provide shatter protection? Or would a decent case by itself be sufficient?
FWIW, I've used thin-film protectors in the past but always found them annoying due to bubbles, making the screen less readable, and/or affecting the touch response.
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There are many choices for thicker protection cases. Properly applied screen protectors don't have any bubbles.
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Hey! There's a kickstarter project for someone: A case with airbags that deploy when the phone finds itself in free-fall .
Claghorn said:
Hey! There's a kickstarter project for someone: A case with airbags that deploy when the phone finds itself in free-fall .
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Those sly people at Honda have already done it.
Claghorn said:
Hey! There's a kickstarter project for someone: A case with airbags that deploy when the phone finds itself in free-fall .
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I don't think I'd feel comfortable having that in my side pocket close to my family jewels or especially not in my back pocket.
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Those sly people at Honda have already done it.
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I want to use my phone without any case. I'm not afraid of scratches, but I'm afraid of screen cracking if I drop my phone. So my question is: if I use tempered glass, will it protect my screen from cracking? Or they will both be cracked? And I also want that glass is the thinnest. So I was thinking about getting 0.15 mm tempered glass. Is it different from 0.3mm or 0.4mm in term of protection, or does only the hardness matter?
Thank you for your reply.
I've dropped mine many many times onto wood and concrete without a screen protector. The phone is a little chipped and scratched, but the screen is absolutely fine.
A nilkin tempered glass screen protector is a good investment as it feels brilliant although when I dropped mine with that on it smashed the corner of the protector.
The edges of the phone are slightly raised so without the screen protector on, a drop onto a flat surface will not damage the screen but will damage the screen protector.
A drop onto a raised surface like a stone would probably break the screen protector but don't know if it'd also damage the screen.
Question is, how often do you drop your phone, and how much do you want to spend on glass protectors?
HtcOneJon said:
I've dropped mine many many times onto wood and concrete without a screen protector. The phone is a little chipped and scratched, but the screen is absolutely fine.
A nilkin tempered glass screen protector is a good investment as it feels brilliant although when I dropped mine with that on it smashed the corner of the protector.
The edges of the phone are slightly raised so without the screen protector on, a drop onto a flat surface will not damage the screen but will damage the screen protector.
A drop onto a raised surface like a stone would probably break the screen protector but don't know if it'd also damage the screen.
Question is, how often do you drop your phone, and how much do you want to spend on glass protectors?
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I was thinking about Nillkin, but I think it would be too thick. So I'm considering those 0.15 mm protectors in this topic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc...5mm-dot-view-friendly-tempered-glass-t2810825
I also thought about xtremeguard, since I use their normal protectors and they are great. It 50$, but with 85% off coupon it's just a few bucks. Only problem is that it's 0.4mm.
Which one would you recommend? I'm planning to spend 10-15$, because 40-50$ is really to much for a protector, in my opinion.
This is the one I use:
ZeroLemon® Ultra Glass Armor - 9H Premium Tempered Glass Screen Protector for HTC One M8
Oditius said:
This is the one I use:
ZeroLemon® Ultra Glass Armor - 9H Premium Tempered Glass Screen Protector for HTC One M8
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Is it noticable a lot while it's on the phone, since it's 0.3mm?
HTC_One_M8_91 said:
Is it noticable a lot while it's on the phone, since it's 0.3mm?
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If your looking for it, but after putting on, I haven't paid much attention to it. I dropped my phone once, chipped away at the edges of the shield. The seller replaced it free. I like tempered glass, it is the only screen proctor I will put on my phones. The only bad thing is that it goes edge to edge with the glass. So if you have a case that touches the screen, that might cause a problem. I use a thin clear cars I got off ebay. Works for me.
Ultra 0.5mm Slim TPU Skin Clear new Case Transparent Cover
Oditius said:
If your looking for it, but after putting on, I haven't paid much attention to it. I dropped my phone once, chipped away at the edges of the shield. The seller replaced it free. I like tempered glass, it is the only screen proctor I will put on my phones. The only bad thing is that it goes edge to edge with the glass. So if you have a case that touches the screen, that might cause a problem. I use a thin clear cars I got off ebay. Works for me.
Ultra 0.5mm Slim TPU Skin Clear new Case Transparent Cover
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The only annoying thing could be top edge, when I pull down notification bar.
Case wouldn't be a problem, because I'm planning to use phone without case, and that why I'm looking for a tempered glass, to protect screen from cracking.
HTC_One_M8_91 said:
The only annoying thing could be top edge, when I pull down notification bar.
Case wouldn't be a problem, because I'm planning to use phone without case, and that why I'm looking for a tempered glass, to protect screen from cracking.
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Actually then it could be a benefit, because going edge to edge means you will probably not touch the edge. And the edge is not sharp, nice and smooth. The price is cheap enough to try it. I have tried several over the last few months, mostly from China. But this is US born and works and feels great.
Hello,
I am looking to purchase a new Samsung Galaxy S8+ screen protector. I was planning on getting this case but I had wanted a screen protector as well to protect such a device. Any suggestions? I've looked online and heard to find a good one is rare due to the fact of the curved edges as well as it being an expensive phone. Any help would be appreciated.
Side-Note: Any suggestions for another case would be nice as well, I like the one linked above but something with a slim factor would be nice too!
https://www.amazon.com/Whitestone-D...1497757988&sr=1-1&keywords=whitestone+s8+plus
Works well with the Spigen Neo Hybrid too.
Idk I've gone through 3 screen protectors with the same case listed above for some reason the case grabs the side of the screen protectors and it bubbles up I tried two expensive tempered glass screen protectors and each one with that same case popped off my phone so irritated right now I'm using just my bro hybird case with no screen protection
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Works well with the Spigen Neo Hybrid too.
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unfortunately, they do not deliver to Europe...
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Tazz. said:
Hello,
I am looking to purchase a new Samsung Galaxy S8+ screen protector. I was planning on getting this (Spigen Neo) but I had wanted a screen protector as well to protect such a device. Any suggestions? I've looked online and heard to find a good one is rare due to the fact of the curved edges as well as it being an expensive phone. Any help would be appreciated.
Side-Note: Any suggestions for another case would be nice as well, I like the one linked above but something with a slim factor would be nice too!
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I am also in searching of some good glass... Unfortunately, all reports are so far divided. Some could manage put some glass, the others have more problems... In the other theme GravX put an interesting video with test samples with full adhesive tempered glass from alibaba. Itnwill take some time, until this will be available on amazon
Ricey said:
https://www.amazon.com/Whitestone-D...1497757988&sr=1-1&keywords=whitestone+s8+plus
Works well with the Spigen Neo Hybrid too.
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Don't think I'll pay $45 for a screen protector...
Tazz. said:
Don't think I'll pay $45 for a screen protector...
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It is worth it. I screwed up the install and they sent me a new tube of glue and screen protector for free.
I finally just gave up on finding a tempered glass protector I opted for a liquid glass nano screen protector applied two coats and slapped my case on no scratches nothing and I always end up throwing my phone in my pocket with my keys highly satisfied also barely any smudges it's legit for those have any trouble I recommend liquid glass Qdamix liquid glass to be exact
Fyi don't be the idiot who still doesn't have a military grade case on it.. if you drop the phone without a case the screen will crack period with a tempered glass or not so don't be an idiot and think this is gonna make the phone bullet proof nah it just prevents scratches nothing else!
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I finally just gave up on finding a tempered glass protector I opted for a liquid glass nano screen protector applied two coats and slapped my case on no scratches nothing and I always end up throwing my phone in my pocket with my keys highly satisfied also barely any smudges it's legit for those have any trouble I recommend liquid glass Qdamix liquid glass to be exact
Fyi don't be the idiot who still doesn't have a military grade case on it.. if you drop the phone without a case the screen will crack period with a tempered glass or not so don't be an idiot and think this is gonna make the phone bullet proof nah it just prevents scratches nothing else!
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Be careful, that liquid screen protector stuff is mostly snake oil. I've been caught out with it before and ended up with scratches just with the phone being in my pocket.
Screen Protectors for Samsung S8 Plus
Ounier Galaxy S8 Plus Tempered Glass Screen Protector, [Case Friendly][Easy Installation Tray] 3D Curved Tempered Glass Screen Protector (Black)
Due to curved edges of Galaxy S8 Plus, traditional full screen glass screen protectors will generate a halo effect on the edges. We have developed a Dot Matrix glass screen for Galaxy S8 Plus, which offers full screen protection without any bubbles or halo effects. This is accomplished with state of the art technology by placing hundreds of microscopic transparent dots on the screen protector to mimic the contact of your finger on the screen.
I'm using Spigen Glas.Tr full cover glass. Definitely recommend!
Galaxy S8+ Tempered Glass Screen Protector
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Galaxy S8+ screen protector only compatible for Samsung Galaxy S8+
High Definition (HD) clear,hassle-free,dust-free, fingerprint-free, bubble free.
Galaxy S8+ Tempered Glass protective your device avoid drop,scratches, dents and abrasions. Prevents dust
Easy to install, specifically designed for Samsung Galaxy S8+ with a tray, help you install the screen protector perfectly.
Highly durable, shatterproof, and scratch resistant - surface hardness 9H and 0.5％ long-last anti finger print coating.
I'm using Nillkin 3D CP max and is realy good.
Always satisfied with Nillkin on all my phones.
Jamaicanexec said:
Idk I've gone through 3 screen protectors with the same case listed above for some reason the case grabs the side of the screen protectors and it bubbles up I tried two expensive tempered glass screen protectors and each one with that same case popped off my phone so irritated right now I'm using just my bro hybird case with no screen protection
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Get this one it's perfect for cases, supacase and spigen no issue no peeling off and it's only 4 odd pounds from ebay!
Would installing this Screen Protector on a screen with a little scratch FUBAR the installation?
Force Glass is no good
Hi,
I have this glass protection supposedly life guaranteed but it left bubbles on my screen even with the set up device included.
i buy the glass protectors that show a hammer hitting the screeen and then for an added measure when i put my phone in my pocket i turn the screen towards my leg
Just wondering how many of you are using without a screen protector?
I've always used one for years, but am getting frustrated with my current one. Wondering how safe it is to use without.
Cowbell_Guy said:
Just wondering how many of you are using without a screen protector?
I've always used one for years, but am getting frustrated with my current one. Wondering how safe it is to use without.
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I never use screen protectors, I think they're ugly and ruin the look of the phone
Cowbell_Guy said:
Just wondering how many of you are using without a screen protector?
I've always used one for years, but am getting frustrated with my current one. Wondering how safe it is to use without.
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You can only answer this. Make a choice and see how it works.
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I never use screen protectors, bit a thin case and pouch for on the go...
I guess it depends on how careful you can be with your phone. I never use a screen protector but I'm always aware of where my phone is (i.e. not putting my keys in my pocket that has my phone in it) I also have a Google fabric case which let's me keep a good grip on the phone.
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I also don't use a screen protector, or a case. But I'm careful with my phone and want to enjoy the device for what it was designed for. No since keeping it prestine just for the next owner.
Haven't used them since my blackberry days. Going fully naked with this phone. It's nice and grippy.
Don't use one, saving money in the long run as I'll just replace it myself for the cost of a screen protector. Besides, with the way on installing them now with UV light and LOCA glue, it's as labor-intensive as installing an actual screen.
Cases do a great job in preventing the screen from breaking anyhow.
Triscuit said:
I guess it depends on how careful you can be with your phone. I never use a screen protector but I'm always aware of where my phone is (i.e. not putting my keys in my pocket that has my phone in it) I also have a Google fabric case which let's me keep a good grip on the phone.
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This is exactly what I'm doing as well. Tried an IQ Shield "skin" type protector, but the edges lifted up which looked terrible to me. Also got the tempered glass protector from the Google store, and while that looked good it killed touch responsiveness so I removed it. Just going with no screen protector and the Google fabric case (which I think is my favorite case ever on any phone) and all has been good.
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I use one only because I am around fine particulates like dirt and metal shavings daily. Whitestone dome. The only drawback is when playing fps games, it sometimes registers ghost touches.
I didn't use a screen protector or case with my HTC EVO 4G, GSII and GSIII (Until I broke the screen). Then started using a screen protector and case (For drop protection not really scratch protection) for my GS5 and Nexus 5X. Since none of the cheap screen protectors fit well for the Pixel 2 XL, I've been without one since October and it's been scratch free.
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I use one, but not for shatter resistance. I use it to protect the screen from hairline scratches. The dirt on your skin will eventually scratch and scuff the screen to the point of being visible and I just can't stand permanent scratches on the screen surface.
I personally use a hybrid screen protector (flexible glass) because it's so much thinner than tempered glass and still feels like glass.
PuffDaddy_d said:
I use one, but not for shatter resistance. I use it to protect the screen from hairline scratches. The dirt on your skin will eventually scratch and scuff the screen to the point of being visible and I just can't stand permanent scratches on the screen surface.
I personally use a hybrid screen protector (flexible glass) because it's so much thinner than tempered glass and still feels like glass.
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This. Hairline scratches and the oleophobic coating wearing off is why I always use a tgsp.
This is the 1st phone that I didn't use a screen protector on and as far as I can tell the screen still looks new after 6 months.
Comes down to how anal u are. If you can live with minor scuffs or scratches. Go protectorless. I cannot. This display is too beautiful and how the phone is holding its value. Imma keep it fresh to get a good price when P3XL comes out. So I tried 3 different ones before settling on Whitestone. Which looks and feels like the natural screen.
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Protector all the way considering how easy this phone is to scratch Gorilla Glass 5 is trash.
I've always put screen protectors on my phones ever since the purchase of my very first one. As the user mentioned above, it's less for the screen shattering but more so for preventing hairline scratches.
I've only been able to find wet apply protectors that work best; every other glass protector on Amazon has had really bad reviews for not sticking on the edges.
If anyone has good recommendations for a glass protector (or even that flexible glass mentioned above) please let me know where you got it from!
This wet apply protector sticks very well to the edges unlike the standard glass protectors available, however there is that classic Orange Peel effect and the screen looks a bit grainy under light or white backgrounds.
The only screen protector I've been able to find with good reviews is the one with that UV light install and it's about $60, way too much for a protector in my opinion.
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Protector all the way considering how easy this phone is to scratch Gorilla Glass 5 is trash.
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Interesting claim as Gorilla Glass 5 and 4 have the same scratch resistance as seen in Jerry Rig Everything videos.
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I always use a matte finish screen protector so it's easier to use outdoors in the sunlight and no fingerprints
I have never used protectors and have never had scratches. On this phone I do. It's possible I am doing something different but can't imagine what?