Anyone deciding to go naked with the XL? I am going to give it a go for the weekend mostly because I want to see some real case reviews first but hopefully that I feel comfy enough to stay that way...
All of my phones go naked. The most I'll do is put a screen protector on it.
Imnuts, now there is a name I haven't seen in a long time. VZW Note II days to be exact.
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They make cases for phones?!
I went on aliexpress and bought an array of things, few phone pouches some glass protectors, ordered a matte white dbrand skin with Google style G. And a clear case from amazon (they are tpu and rubber would prefer hard clear case but I can't find any just yet)
I'm going naked but with a tempered glass screen protector, and a slickwraps for the back
No real reason. The phone cases are what they are. Nothing groundbreaking in the case category, no reason to spend big bucks. I got an inexpensive clear Tauri. I actually like how they look and don't want to scratch it up.
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iamhacked said:
I'm going naked but with a tempered glass screen protector, and a slickwraps for the back
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I'm with you, OP. Gonna ride with it naked until I hear some more about cases
UAG all the way.
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UAG all the way.
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The last UAG I got for my s7 edge was a little loose on one side. Do they have one made for the pixel xl yet?
I'm thinking about going naked. To talk myself into it I got the protection plan and will save $100 for the first major drop. I'm just not sure if I can handle a phone that has been dropped still works with dent and scratches. I guess that's the long standing debate though.
I went without protection yesterday but the phone is really slippery. I don't think it would be wise to continue without a case
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skinnytoo2 said:
I went without protection yesterday but the phone is really slippery. I don't think it would be wise to continue without a case
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Same. Too slippery. I still don't understand why they don't all use more grit in aluminum, more kevlar etc. They make them so stupid for function sometimes. Like how the fingerprint reader, although great on the back, is just a tad too high to be the primary resting spot unless you forgo the pinky hold underneath. That's just lazy UX.
I also think the fingerprint scanner should be lower. Not a deal breaker, but that would be my preference.
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I'll probably try intelliarmor. Wasn't really impressed with the other tempered glass screen protector brands, like Nillkin, Amfilm, and Spigen. They either scratched too easily, or had weird adhesives that show rainbow coatings from an angle.
I ended up ordering a live case from Google today, with a beautiful picture I took in the Bahamas in September. I also ordered a Spigen rugged armor case
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Same. Too slippery. I still don't understand why they don't all use more grit in aluminum, more kevlar etc. They make them so stupid for function sometimes. Like how the fingerprint reader, although great on the back, is just a tad too high to be the primary resting spot unless you forgo the pinky hold underneath. That's just lazy UX.
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I think it's the perfect position. It shouldn't be placed where you normally rest your finger or you'd the the reader every time you hold the phone. Also, you aren't supposed to use the reader all the time and when you have to use it, simply using lifting your index takes no effort.
The only issue is in general is that there's no way to unlock the phone when it's rearing on a table.
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I think it's the perfect position. It shouldn't be placed where you normally rest your finger or you'd the the reader every time you hold the phone. Also, you aren't supposed to use the reader all the time and when you have to use it, simply using lifting your index takes no effort.
The only issue is in general is that there's no way to unlock the phone when it's rearing on a table.
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It's subjective. I think it's supposed to be the rest position so it remains natural. Also, why would G put a swipe function on it if it were only to be used to unlock the phone? When I need to use it, it is a lift but it's also a reposition of my pinky to a decidedly more side grip and not underneath causing me to not be as sure handed on the device.
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It's subjective. I think it's supposed to be the rest position so it remains natural. Also, why would G put a swipe function on it if it were only to be used to unlock the phone? When I need to use it, it is a lift but it's also a reposition of my pinky to a decidedly more side grip and not underneath causing me to not be as sure handed on the device.
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It might the way we handle the phone or hand sizes. You're not supposed to constantly touch the sensor. In my case, my index can reach the sensor without effort
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Anyone on the forums try one yet? The seller has 100% feedback for his/her ebay sales, although not all sales are for the glass protectors. I only saw that one person with our phone had purchased one. (veyoncee, are you on this forum???)
I would like to know about this as well. Does anyone know if Spigen is coming out with one?
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andygold said:
Anyone on the forums try one yet? The seller has 100% feedback for his/her ebay sales, although not all sales are for the glass protectors. I only saw that one person with our phone had purchased one. (veyoncee, are you on this forum???)
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Can post a link to the one you are talking about?
When the f*ck did we get ice cream??
esimon311 said:
Can post a link to the one you are talking about?
When the f*ck did we get ice cream??
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I did post the link in the original posting but i guess it got deleted. Here goes again but a bit differently.
http://(get rid of the spaces and brackets) item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?index=0&sbk=1&nav=SEARCH&itemId=321121631126
If that does not work just go to ebay and search "optimus g pro tempered". The seller is " e-sparkler".
Here it is: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LG-Optimus-G-Pro-Tempered-Glass-Screen-Protector-Premium-0-4T-GlassView-New-/321121631126?pt=US_Cell_Phone_Screen_Protectors&hash=item4ac4573b96
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Here it is: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LG-Optimus-G-Pro-Tempered-Glass-Screen-Protector-Premium-0-4T-GlassView-New-/321121631126?pt=US_Cell_Phone_Screen_Protectors&hash=item4ac4573b96
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Yep! Thats it. Thanks. Dont know why it deleted the link in my original post.
This looks interesting. Anyone try it out yet?
I think I'm gonna have to try one of these.
When the f*ck did we get ice cream??
I'm curious as to how flat it lays against the screen. I assume it has total contact but I'm not 100% sure. I'd also like to know how well it plays with cases, with it having a thickness that is greater than the typical plastic screen protector. And then there's finger printing. I bought the AT&T/Casemate ones and they are grease magnets and somewhat hard to remove finger oils.
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I'm curious as to how flat it lays against the screen. I assume it has total contact but I'm not 100% sure. I'd also like to know how well it plays with cases, with it having a thickness that is greater than the typical plastic screen protector. And then there's finger printing. I bought the AT&T/Casemate ones and they are grease magnets and somewhat hard to remove finger oils.
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It makes full contact using a silicone adhesive. It does cause issues with hard shell cases. It should be about as fingerprint resistant as our original glass considering it is made from oleophobic glass.
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I bought one. Its very good. Resist fingerprint very well, much More so than not having one.
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Btw, it lays completely flat. It doesn't go over the tapered edge and actually leaves about 0.5mm of actual flat edge.
When first installed, it didn't completely adhere near the camera and raised slightly, but after about a day it bonded all the way.
Just be mindful about the bubbles when installing. Slightest dirt will show up as a bubble.
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I bought one. Its very good. Resist fingerprint very well, much More so than not having one.
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philoso said:
Btw, it lays completely flat. It doesn't go over the tapered edge and actually leaves about 0.5mm of actual flat edge.
When first installed, it didn't completely adhere near the camera and raised slightly, but after about a day it bonded all the way.
Just be mindful about the bubbles when installing. Slightest dirt will show up as a bubble.
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How is it for light transmission...does the anti-smudge property block light (like a matte screen protector does)?
If it does smudge, is it relatively easy to remove them? (my Case-Mate vinyl protectors hold onto smudges, needing a liquid cleaner to remove the grease).
During your installation did you trap any dust, and if so, is the silicone adhesive forgiving? Basically, can you remove and reapply or will that possibly leave permanent fingerprints on the adhesive as well as dust?
If you had to do it over again, would you still get this product or try something else?
If you've used spigen glass, they are identical in my opinion.
It basically comes down as the best screen protector you can buy. You won't go back to using any other type of protector.
You can read up on spigen glass it applies for this as well.
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philoso said:
I bought one. Its very good. Resist fingerprint very well, much More so than not having one.
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I'm curious. How long did it take to get and did you buy from esparkler? Also, the picture kind of makes it look like it has a matte coating, which I don't want, can you confirm if it is gloss or matte? Thanks man.
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I'm curious. How long did it take to get and did you buy from esparkler? Also, the picture kind of makes it look like it has a matte coating, which I don't want, can you confirm if it is gloss or matte? Thanks man.
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I live in California, ill say about two weeks or so. Yes from same seller that OP listed(esparkler).
Matte coating? Gloss? Its just glass. There is no matte or gloss coating. Its just very clear.
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Mine is on the way...From Korea...to Michigan.
ETA .... Mid August LOL
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Mine is on the way...From Korea...to Michigan.
ETA .... Mid August LOL
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Get there yet?
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Nope. When it does I will post in this thread.
It's a city over from me, So I suspect I'll get it today.
Alright, I got my glass protector today.
I'll give you the bad news, I do not have a photo of it on the phone..But I will cover everything so you won't miss it.
Packaging
The Envelope and the product both had a bubble wrap element to them. So the product made it here safe and I bet yours will too.
The Robot is my watermark and it covers my address.
Sellers Address
It's only worth $8.00 to them LOL
The opening process in order.
They included two Home Buttons
This will let you press the button with the glass on. It's not very tall so have no worries about it grabbing. My Tough Case it higher from the screen than the button.
Alcohol wipe,Home Buttons and a cheap cloth
The glass
It has very accurate cut outs for Home Button,Speaker and the Sensor/Camera area.
Application.
Scotch tape will help you remove any lint after you clean it. It will remove it from the adhesive side of the glass.
My adhesive side plastic cover stayed on the glass and the pull tab came off. It took a finger nail on the Speaker slot to pull it up and off.
I lined it up with the home button as it gives a 360* range of center to focus on. I then let that side rest down and gently let it drop down and on.
If you do it this way you will get to watch as it will pull itself to the OGP screen, It's actually interesting to watch as the glass will change color as it adheres to the screen from Home button up to the speaker.
Impressions
It's really slick and smooth.
The screen is just as responsive as it was naked.
I do not see any finger prints while I've been touching it.
Make certain you have every spec of dust removed. The glass is rigid and it will allow for a larger bubble of air and make it more noticeable.
I work at a steel plant and carry my phone all day, I also live a very active life style so this glass will gets its strength tested.
If it scratches or breaks I will update this thread.
All in all after a hour of having it, I like it and so far have no complaints about it.
Hello,
I bought an off brand glass screen protector for my ONE and received and applied today. It's better than I imagined it would be. And way cheaper than the spigen or seidio. Watch the unboxing here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4P4cPwP7w9U&feature=youtube_gdata_player
And what it looks like after being applied.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peJZ7LlJoUA&feature=youtube_gdata_player
If you're interested in the same one I bought, I got this one : http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=331019841878
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I'm about to order one. How did you go about applying it?
Let us know how it goes after a weeks worth of experience with it! I'm interested in purchasing one myself!!!
Also, what is the thickness that you picked?
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I'm about to order one. How did you go about applying it?
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Very carefully. Lol. I lined up the bottom edge with where the metal and glass meet. Its easier than explained. I did mess up the first time, it was crooked. I used tape to pull up the screen protector then lined it up again. The instruction says to push down on the center. I didn't have to it automatically started to suck itself onto the phone screen. Definitely an interesting thing to watch. It stopped before it was completely adhered. So I did have to put pressure on the edge. The are tiny micro bubbles that are seen immediately after adhesion, but they dissipate after some time. however my corners seem to not be adhered correctly. I left it over night with an iPad on top to add weight hoping it would flatten out. No such luck. I'm wondering what else i can try...
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Let us know how it goes after a weeks worth of experience with it! I'm interested in purchasing one myself!!!
Also, what is the thickness that you picked?
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I will. It's 0.4 mm thickness. I can tell you this the oleophobic coating is worth it. Plastic screen protectors are always greasy and you can't seen to wipe it off enough. These don't have that problem. I'll keep you updated though.
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I have one of these, from the same supplier arriving this week. Do you use a case on your phone? Interested to know if this interferes with the fit of it if you do.
Interesting to hear your account of fitting this. I thinks i will securely tape a carefully aligned straight edge steel ruler to the phone and use that as a bump stop type tool to try and get it on first go.
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I will. It's 0.4 mm thickness. I can tell you this the oleophobic coating is worth it. Plastic screen protectors are always greasy and you can't seen to wipe it off enough. These don't have that problem. I'll keep you updated though.
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You reffered to the SGP model of the glass screen protector, due to the packaging.
My question, how sharp are the edges of this screen protector with swiping the toolbar down for example, since SGP released a rounded version of the protector to get the sharp edges of.
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I have one of these, from the same supplier arriving this week. Do you use a case on your phone? Interested to know if this interferes with the fit of it if you do.
Interesting to hear your account of fitting this. I thinks i will securely tape a carefully aligned straight edge steel ruler to the phone and use that as a bump stop type tool to try and get it on first go.
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I'm using this protector (same Chinese) knockoff I bought on amazon. With a super sweet case/bumper also purchased on amazon.. the glass is slightly narrower than the stock screen. I have no issues with the glass and the case.
Case : http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00C3HA9VI/ref=ya_aw_oh_pit
Glass : http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DNWJIIC/ref=ya_aw_oh_pit
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Flomaster said:
I'm using this protector (same Chinese) knockoff I bought on amazon. With a super sweet case/bumper also purchased on amazon.. the glass is slightly narrower than the stock screen. I have no issues with the glass and the case.
Case : http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00C3HA9VI/ref=ya_aw_oh_pit
Glass : http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DNWJIIC/ref=ya_aw_oh_pit
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Same applies for my last post. How's yours,sharp edges and do they annoy you?
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You reffered to the SGP model of the glass screen protector, due to the packaging.
My question, how sharp are the edges of this screen protector with swiping the toolbar down for example, since SGP released a rounded version of the protector to get the sharp edges of.
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They are beveled edges, nothing sharp. Feels good.
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Same applies for my last post. How's yours,sharp edges and do they annoy you?
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They aren't sharp like a piece of glass in a picture frame. It's somewhat beveled but not rounded off and super smooth. Well worth the money for me.
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adamjamess said:
I will. It's 0.4 mm thickness. I can tell you this the oleophobic coating is worth it. Plastic screen protectors are always greasy and you can't seen to wipe it off enough. These don't have that problem. I'll keep you updated though.
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ah, okay dope, thanks man. May order soon tho!! But I'm still waiting for some stuff for my phone so after that I'll see if you got any updates on the screen!
Got the same screen protector from the same supplier as the OP today.
Very easy to install. No bubbles
Nice rounded edges, and as it is lightly smaller than the screen, my case fits well.
Texture very slick. Once on and in the case you wouldn't actually know it has a screen protector on apart from the small rise next to each speaker which you would take as part of the phone if you weren't familiar with the HTC One..
I will never go back to plastic SPs. This is legit! Even though an edge didn't completely adhere this thing rocks.
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Hi guys,
I just installed the Spigen GLAStR Nano Slim Tempered Glass Protector. I bought it off Amazon and it came pretty quick despite the holidays. I've attached pictures of the glass on my Nexus 5. Sorry I didn't get pictures of the installation process. I didn't want to risk getting dust underneath, so I had to do it quick.
I used the "Hinge Method" to put the screen on. And as you can see I got slight bubbles at the bottom (circled in red), so the installation wasn't perfect. I also have 1 tiny micro bubble in the middle...it's hardly noticeable even with the screen off/on and is probably less than .5mm in diameter. I would still suggest using this method for any screen protector installation.
After about 30 minutes, I used a micofiber cloth-covered squeegee to push out those bubbles that were circled...and they're gone! I just have that tiny ass one in the middle.
Overall it feels great, and its definitely smooth with the oleophobic coating...I haven't put my Cruzerlite case on yet, gonna give it some time for the glass' adhesive to settle in. I will comment on that soon!
Any questions? Feel free to hit me up!
Best,
K
Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GN1L626/ref=twister_B00GN1L3Q0
Tempered Glass w/ Cruzerlite Case On
Hi all,
Just an update here. I let the glass sit overnight and all the bubbles were gone..even that micro bubble in the middle of the screen. This morning, I slapped on my Cruzerlite TPU case, to see if there was any peeling of the glass, or any fit issues.
Initially, it seemed everything was fine. However, after I got to work, I noticed that in the left bottom corner, the case began to push the glass up a little, especially if I pushed on that edge. As such, I decided to remove the case to prevent any more issues.
Spigen's GLAStR screen protector seems like a good one, but I think if they increased the edges 1mm in each direction, the Cruzerlite case would sit on top and sort of seal the glass rather than hit edge-to-edge like in this case, causing the glass to begin peeling. I've attached pictures to show what it looks like with the case on.
Let me know if you have any questions!
K
Thanks for the review. I got one as a replacement from the previous defective ones.
As I have not applied mine yet, can you describe what is the "Hinge" method?
Cheers
MaelstromXC said:
Thanks for the review. I got one as a replacement from the previous defective ones.
As I have not applied mine yet, can you describe what is the "Hinge" method?
Cheers
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Sure. The Hinge method is where you take the screen protector and tape it to the phone BEFORE you peel the protective film away.
1) Align the screen protector to exactly where you want it
2) Tape one side of the protector so that you can swing it open like a door (tape in two places..I put a piece near the power button and one a little further down
3) Open up the "door" that you just made and clean your naked screen so there is no lint, dust, hair etc.
5) Make sure the protector aligns just as you want it
4) Then peel the "backside" of the film off so that the adhesive side is exposed and "close the door" so the protector is on the phone
5) Immediately take a squeege and cover it in a micofiber cloth and push out any bubbles you may have
6) Peel away the front of the screen protector
7) Using the squeegee that's inside the cloth (VERY IMPORTANT so you don't scratch the glass), push out any remaining bubbles
8) DONE! ENJOY!
Here's an example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dt9_fZDT-As
Best,
K
Nice review and a +1 for the hinge method. Only way to install a 'dry' screen protector for me!
Just received mine today. Install went great except I noticed an air bubble on the left side about halfway down, right on the edge. Well, when I took a closer look, it was actually a chip in the glass.
Contacted Spigen Support and I am waiting for a response. Hopefully they can help me out.
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eyeisdasteve said:
Just received mine today. Install went great except I noticed an air bubble on the left side about halfway down, right on the edge. Well, when I took a closer look, it was actually a chip in the glass.
Contacted Spigen Support and I am waiting for a response. Hopefully they can help me out.
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That sucks! I hope they are responsive. Did you go with the hinge method as well during installation? I noticed that my glass is slightly off to the right.. Didn't get it perfect.. Oh well.
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That sucks! I hope they are responsive. Did you go with the hinge method as well during installation? I noticed that my glass is slightly off to the right.. Didn't get it perfect.. Oh well.
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I didn't go for the hinge method. But I have used it in the past and it works pretty well.
The chip is pretty small so its not interfering with anything on the screen, as long as it doesn't get worse.
Spigen sent me an email back with a case number and said I should be contacted within 1-3 business days. Hoping for the best!
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Saved my phone!
Im not 100% sure HOW it saved my phone, but im sold on them and will be buying a replacement!
my son likes to hide my phone, last night he hid my phone under my recliner (which hits the floor when rocking) and as i was rocking away i heard CRACK / CRUNCH....looked under the chair to find my phone with two very prominent pressure cracks on the screen...
i thought NO WAY was this ONLY the Nano.TR....as i pulled up the corners, the glasses started breaking and falling apart, but low and behold, not a single scratch or dent on my phones screen!
Completely blown away that my phone's screen didn't crack under the pressure.....sold on them forever!
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I didn't go for the hinge method. But I have used it in the past and it works pretty well.
The chip is pretty small so its not interfering with anything on the screen, as long as it doesn't get worse.
Spigen sent me an email back with a case number and said I should be contacted within 1-3 business days. Hoping for the best!
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So because of the chip in the edge of the protector it ended up just cracking across the screen.
I can't feel the crack but you can see it.
No email back from Spigen yet. Buy I did update them on the hairline crack across.
Still hoping for the best.
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Reminds me if my car's windshield... that was a couple hundred down the tube... Lol.. good luck!
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Still no email back from Spigen. Its been almost 7 days with no response. They said I would get an email back in 1-3 days. -.-'
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It's the first time I try a glass screen protector, this one is very wonderful. There is only a micro-chip somewhere, but I can't see it in normal conditions, I have to examine my screen closely for like one minute to spot it.
Putting it on the screen was very easy, much easier than plastic screen protectors.
It fits nicely with official Google bumper case.
Without a case?
Hey guys, I personally want to buy this Spigen protector (.tr version) because I hate cases on my mobile phone. I'm not going to waste €36 (yes, its the Netherlands) if I also have to apply a case on it. So is this screenprotector drop-proof? If I drop this phone from 1 meter from the surface, would it be able to save the ORIGINAL glass?
Thanks,
Viresh
VireshRamcharan said:
Hey guys, I personally want to buy this Spigen protector (.tr version) because I hate cases on my mobile phone. I'm not going to waste €36 (yes, its the Netherlands) if I also have to apply a case on it. So is this screenprotector drop-proof? If I drop this phone from 1 meter from the surface, would it be able to save the ORIGINAL glass?
Thanks,
Viresh
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They recommend a case with this product because they say the protector would crack easily without any case over time.
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They recommend a case with this product because they say the protector would crack easily without any case over time.
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What do you mean by "over time", considering my usage, I have only dropped my old phone (SGS+) once in the two years of intensive usage. As SGS+ is a smart strong boy, it doesn't break, not even a scratch. Would the Glas.tR, 0.4 mm, survive a 1 meter downfall? Thanks in advance yo
VireshRamcharan said:
What do you mean by "over time", considering my usage, I have only dropped my old phone (SGS+) once in the two years of intensive usage. As SGS+ is a smart strong boy, it doesn't break, not even a scratch. Would the Glas.tR, 0.4 mm, survive a 1 meter downfall? Thanks in advance yo
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Well, sorry but I have no idea. It's only written that they strongly recommend using a case along with the glass.
VireshRamcharan said:
What do you mean by "over time", considering my usage, I have only dropped my old phone (SGS+) once in the two years of intensive usage. As SGS+ is a smart strong boy, it doesn't break, not even a scratch. Would the Glas.tR, 0.4 mm, survive a 1 meter downfall? Thanks in advance yo
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It depends on how it falls obviously, but I'd say chances are pretty good that the glass screen protector would be cracked or chipped after a fall, especially onto a hard surface like concrete. I have the GLAS.t on my N5 and like you I prefer no case and am very careful with my phone. But even just casual daily use, the screen protector has chipped, and it's been the case with several others too (spanning a variety of different brands as well).
So I would proceed with caution and really consider if it's worth sinking the money into. That being said, if the screen protector chips or cracks after a fall, it's taking damage that would otherwise be applied to your phone, which is its purpose to begin with.
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It depends on how it falls obviously, but I'd say chances are pretty good that the glass screen protector would be cracked or chipped after a fall, especially onto a hard surface like concrete. I have the GLAS.t on my N5 and like you I prefer no case and am very careful with my phone. But even just casual daily use, the screen protector has chipped, and it's been the case with several others too (spanning a variety of different brands as well).
So I would proceed with caution and really consider if it's worth sinking the money into. That being said, if the screen protector chips or cracks after a fall, it's taking damage that would otherwise be applied to your phone, which is its purpose to begin with.
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Thanks man
VireshRamcharan said:
So, a fall from 1 meter above on a hard surface, with the glass .tR 0.4mm applied, straight on its front would prevent the ORIGINAL Nexus 5 glass from cracking? (i know the spigen **** will crack)
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There's no reason to expect any screen protector would save a phone from a drop. Screen protectors are meant for preventing the glass from being scratched. If the drop is sufficient to damage the screen, I strongly feel it would damage the screen through a 0.4mm sheet of glass overlaying your screen.
Cases, however, are what you use to protect phones from drops.
The verizon branded S8+ screen protector is great quality, cheap and easy to install. (I purchased it for $26 on the VZW website)
All you have to do is clean up your phone real nice
Then set it inside of the guide piece that comes in the box.
Take off the plastic from the sticky side and set the screen protector on the guide.
Push down on the protector and take off the plastic from the upper side of the protector and BOOM you're done.
It fits in cases without lifting and doesn't cover any of the sensors.
The only complaint I would have is that you can see some dots in direct sunlight but that's a non-issue if you turn the brightness up or just don't be in direct sunlight
Let me know what you guys think. I recommend you try one for yourself. Looks better in person. sorry for the giant pics
If you have any questions about it let me know. Oh and there are no dead spots for touch and it responds no loss in sensitivity.
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I really like that application method! I may need to stop by a Verizon store. I wonder if an easy, exact application like that may alleviate some of the issues with the curved glass protectors...
Gurule92 said:
The verizon branded S8+ screen protector is great quality, cheap and easy to install. (I purchased it for $26 on the VZW website)
All you have to do is clean up your phone real nice
Then set it inside of the guide piece that comes in the box.
Take off the plastic from the sticky side and set the screen protector on the guide.
Push down on the protector and take off the plastic from the upper side of the protector and BOOM you're done.
It fits in cases without lifting and doesn't cover any of the sensors.
The only complaint I would have is that you can see some dots in direct sunlight but that's a non-issue if you turn the brightness up or just don't be in direct sunlight
Let me know what you guys think. I recommend you try one for yourself. Looks better in person. sorry for the giant pics
If you have any questions about it let me know. Oh and there are no dead spots for touch and it responds no loss in sensitivity.
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Does that have cutouts or it's a whole screen?
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I really like that application method! I may need to stop by a Verizon store. I wonder if an easy, exact application like that may alleviate some of the issues with the curved glass protectors...
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I feel like it did, for me at least. Took the guess work out of it.
antawnm26 said:
Does that have cutouts or it's a whole screen?
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Do you mean for the sensors? It has a big cutout that keeps the glass from going near any of them.
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Do you mean for the sensors? It has a big cutout that keeps the glass from going near any of them.
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Ok. Couldn't tell everything so shiny
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Ok. Couldn't tell everything so shiny
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True, it doesn't help that the camera on my moto Z isn't the best either.
Can you take some more pictures? Where is the adhesive located? Only on the edges like other models or is the entire surface covered? Black border or no border?
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Can you take some more pictures? Where is the adhesive located? Only on the edges like other models or is the entire surface covered? Black border or no border?
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It is along the edges as far as I can tell, similar to the others and there is a black border on the protector itself like them too, but I have yet to experience the clickyness that most curved glasses have in the center and it is the perfect size for multiple cases. Ill upload a couple more pics here in a few.
You have the pic of the box Verizon version
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antawnm26 said:
You have the pic of the box Verizon version
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box pic is up
Doesn't interfere with that case I see. What is the name of that case
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My experience with it has been exactly the opposite. It does not stick in place and can be moved around quite easily and its clicking non stop. The sensitivity is bad. The rep at Verizon put it on for me. Is it possible she did something wrong?
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Doesn't interfere with that case I see. What is the name of that case
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Neither case pictured gets in the way. They are both from VRS one is the simpli mod and the other is Crystal mixx
WarlockLord said:
My experience with it has been exactly the opposite. It does not stick in place and can be moved around quite easily and its clicking non stop. The sensitivity is bad. The rep at Verizon put it on for me. Is it possible she did something wrong?
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Dang, sorry to hear that. It's totally possible the she put it on wrong. If she didn't apply pressure around the edges enough before removing the guide. It could've moved to one side. Idk.
Great, now I am frantically calling all the Verizon stores in the area.
Harry44 said:
Great, now I am frantically calling all the Verizon stores in the area.
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Lol should be free two day shipping on the website
Had to placed an order online since stupid Verizon wouldn't let me talk to a store salesperson and wanted me to be routed around. The only free shipping was 3-5 days ground.
Gurule92 said:
Lol should be free two day shipping on the website
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Not to worry. I found one! Good guy Gurule92 sharing this find. Thanks! Super easy to apply. Clean, smooth, looks like it wont hold finger prints. Hope my Speigen wont make it pop off.
So I took the ops advice and bought one of the screen protectors. Cane out to like 28$ so a little pricey but not bad. My thoughts, the screen protector as of right now works perfect I have 0 problems with lifting, touch sensitivity etc. Install was very easy, and the protector feels like it's sticking well. Seems like it's case friendly but I do have 2 very minimalistic cases. The dot matrix is pretty easily noticeable at certain angles but mostly only on dark screens. Over all so far I'm very happy with it though. I can deal with the dot matrix to help protect this screen. When I installed I laid the screen protector on and pushed out from the center. My thought on this is its removing gap between the protector and screen and then sticking versus just sitting on top of the screen and pushing the sides down. Is it guaranteed to work like that? Probably not, but it did work for me
Broke the rear glass
Top-right corner is totally broken and there's a crack thru the whole glass.
At the moment I put some silicon on the corner to avoid pieces of glass from falling, but I need now a case, a very very very slim one.
Bought one from Amazon that was supposed to be slim but... the problem is that the cover on the two longer sides is too high, meaning it is higher than the white aluminium side. Not sure I can explain...
I'm looking for the slimmest and thinnest case that just covers the back and not much on the sides.
Any help?
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https://www.amazon.com/Spigen-Google-Coated-Surface-Excellent/dp/B07475C1VT/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=pixel+2xl+spigen+thin&qid=1559331787&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spell
I had this one and it was the thinnest I could find. The only real protection is on the back of the phone which proved to be what I needed most. It finally cracked one morning I woke up from my couch and did a full stretch putting my phone into my ceiling fan on high. The case initially took a little get used to due to me being accustomed to the excellent grip from the cloth official Google case. In short, is worth the price, absolutely! Would I buy again, No.
I know this one, too thick and on the sides is too high
Spigen thin fit
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LoyalJedi said:
Spigen thin fit
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That's what I have and it's really thin
This is an extremely thin case but not cheap. I have it and it super nice.
https://www.ipitaka.com/products/magcase-for-google-pixel-2?variant=4542502371356
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That's what I have and it's really thin
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It has raised edges
thegios said:
It has raised edges
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They're very small though
https://buypeel.com/products/super-thin-pixel-2-case?variant=52717314771
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078TPN753/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Practically identical, and may be exactly what you're looking for. I have both, and love them.
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This is an extremely thin case but not cheap. I have it and it super nice.
https://www.ipitaka.com/products/magcase-for-google-pixel-2?variant=4542502371356
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+1 to this. My favorite case, but it scares me to carry it sometimes. Super nice, super thin. Don't imagine it will protect much though.
try this: https://www.ultimateshield.co.uk/co...ucts/ultimate-thin-case-for-google-pixel-2-xl
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076BJG8YF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_r6B-CbCXH0X9W
By far the thinnest one I've owned and the way it fits around the edges is pretty flush. Fits like a glove and feels good in the hand. Not really good for protection though if you drop it, but more like a wrap to keep it from getting dinged up.
I can post a photo of mine later if you want one.
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076BJG8YF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_r6B-CbCXH0X9W
By far the thinnest one I've owned and the way it fits around the edges is pretty flush. Fits like a glove and feels good in the hand. Not really good for protection though if you drop it, but more like a wrap to keep it from getting dinged up.
I can post a photo of mine later if you want one.
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I'm actually interested in getting this exact case, but in Wine Red. Are there any issues with screen protectors? Would appreciate a photo as well.
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Maverick Jester said:
I'm actually interested in getting this exact case, but in Wine Red. Are there any issues with screen protectors? Would appreciate a photo as well.
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I no longer use glass screen protectors, moved to Skinomi(best screen protector I've found so far).
When I did use them, I used curved ones and the case fit EXACTLY to the edges of it. Everything fit like a glove.
Curiousn00b said:
I no longer use glass screen protectors, moved to Skinomi(best screen protector I've found so far).
When I did use them, I used curved ones and the case fit EXACTLY to the edges of it. Everything fit like a glove.
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Good to know. I also use film screen protectors (currently using a Sparin one, as the Spigen was sold out at the time) as they don't have the issues that tempered glass ones suffer with curved screens.
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