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I cannot stand the installation procedure needed for the screen protectors. Every single time: I use the "provided micro fiber" cloth to remove dirt and lint and the apply. EVERY TIME I am left with tiny lint,, micro specs of air dust etc. between the film and the screen, and a small little bubble here and there. It drives me crazy. Call me obsessive compulsive but it take me about 3 screen protectors until I finally get it right. Anyone aware of any screen protection technology that will help me avoid this outcome?
I don't, but I did read that if you apply it in the bathroom after running hot water and steaming it up real good that it will help that problem a lot. I plan to try that when I get my first screen protector this week.
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Hard type screen protectors will solve your bubble issues. Martin Fields screen protectors is pretty much impossible to have bubbles stuck inside it.
However it won't solve your dust problem. If anything, it's much easier to see dirt and other imperfections stuck between the screen and a Martin Field protector.
Or you could try one of the crystal screen protectors from boxwave. I had your problem too with my first 2 screen protectors, and it seemed that I couldn't just get them on there without a problem. With this one from boxwave, I just wiped it off with the provided micro-fiber cloth and used the bubble-elimination card to remove any possible bubbles under the screen!
http://www.boxwave.com/
Get the ones from ATT. I have tried Bodyguardz, Zagg, Stealth Guards, and some generic BS from eBay. All of those were the type you apply with the solution (and have that dreaded orange peel look) and you have to wait for it to "cure" and it is extremely easy to get bubbles stuck in them.
The ones from ATT on the other hand, are completely smooth and truly invisible. They are a stiffer material and you do not need application solution. I am very happy with them and for 9.99 you get 3 of them. If you mess one up by getting some lint on it or whatever, you can just wash it with soapy water and spray it down with some water+baby soap and re apply it that way. Very easy to get the air bubbles out that are caused by using the solution. Again, they can be installed with no solution at all and if done carefully, it should look like nothing was ever installed on the phone
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...038&q_sku=sku4770252&q_manufacturer=&q_model=
I got them from a local store for 7$ since I got a discount. Those above ^^ from BoxWave seem extremely over priced. For 10$ you can't go wrong with the ones from ATT.
I am using clarivue not even a single dust, lint, inside. It's the quick and easy 3 layer type screen protectors.
Here's a tip ... go to the bathroom and turn on hot water on sink or whatever to create humidity that would trap the dust or w/e in the air ... and it makes this easier to apply.
I haven't had a screen protector on my Vibrant in almost 2 months now & even with constantly putting it in my pocket with my keys, dropping it once onto my driveway & even fumbling it into bouncing off a brick wall one time I have yet to scratch my screen. The rest of the phone is dented & scratched but the screen is still beautiful.
Siks said:
I haven't had a screen protector on my Vibrant in almost 2 months now & even with constantly putting it in my pocket with my keys, dropping it once onto my driveway & even fumbling it into bouncing off a brick wall one time I have yet to scratch my screen. The rest of the phone is dented & scratched but the screen is still beautiful.
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I had my iPod Touch for years, in and out of pockets with keys and pocket-knives and cell phones, dropped countless times, two little kids messing with it all the time, accidentally sliding it face-down across surfaces, and so on. Never used a screen protector, never got a single blemish or scratch. And that was basically plain old arsenic-free glass. The Captivate is made with Corning's high-tech Gorilla Glass.
Sure, either could still scratch or break. But it's like getting a car with an expensive paintjob, and then covering the whole thing in Scotch tape so it won't get scratched. You end up with something that looks god-awful 100% of the time, because you're afraid something might happen to it that would affect how it looks. Pretty much any time someone hands me their smartphone or DS, it is a scratched, smudgy, dusty mess because of some $40 screen cover they have on there. I always try to point out that it seems odd to make your screen look terrible on purpose just because you're afraid of you might make it look terrible on accident. I used one good one once, that you couldn't even tell was there, but the first time I took it on a flight it turned into smears of rainbows.
use a piece of clear packing tape to remove the dust. running the shower helps bring dust down but there will be some lint from the cloth. dont lean over it, a lot of "dust" is dry dead skin or dandruff so if you have dry skin or dry scalp dust will fall on it. also stop being so anal.
Siks said:
I haven't had a screen protector on my Vibrant in almost 2 months now & even with constantly putting it in my pocket with my keys, dropping it once onto my driveway & even fumbling it into bouncing off a brick wall one time I have yet to scratch my screen. The rest of the phone is dented & scratched but the screen is still beautiful.
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I don't need no stinkin' screen protector. I mean unless I know my phone is going to be dragged across macadam but then a screen protector won't help, will it.
Gorilla Glass... Screen Protector unnecessary... I have always used a screen protector too on previous phones but the screen on this phone is rugged.
I used to be the same way as you guys, "I don't need a screen protector because it's been through everything and still works perfectly!!" Yet, one day I found a scratch on my screen that I have no idea whatsoever where it came from. So, I got this Boxwave ClearTouch Crystal screen protector, and you literally cannot tell it is on there. It feels just like the glass (con for me actually, I prefer a paper kind of feel) and doesn't scratch easily at all. Plus, I installed it in a dusty room and there was no lint or anything else under the screen. It even comes with a thick card to remove bubbles once it has been applied. So, if you're even slighty, .000001% scared of getting lint trapped underneath the screen, go with Boxwave. I vouch for its clarity and ease of installation. Also, my screen is just as sensitive as before, as I've tried BARELY touching the screen and it still would pick up a touch.
And, in the rare event that you did get dust glued to the screen, it is completely washable and rewashable, so it is a little expensive, but well, well worth it.
Oh, and there is no adhesive whatsoever, not even water is needed. Just peel and go.
magnumrt562 said:
Gorilla Glass... Screen Protector unnecessary... I have always used a screen protector too on previous phones but the screen on this phone is rugged.
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i listened to this
totally terrible advice. not that i care but i have about 20 microscratches and a couple decent sized ones....
it takes time to learn how to put screen protectors on... I have probably put 500 or so on all different types of phones you just wipe it clean tilt it so that you can make sure there are no dust particles... then you pull the backing off of the protector a few inches apply to the designated area and take a credit card and follow the rest of the protector down... works everytime
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i listened to this
totally terrible advice. not that i care but i have about 20 microscratches and a couple decent sized ones....
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I second this . there is no such thing as 'unscratchable glass' some very expensive sunglasses use to have that warranty , guess what , they dont anymore ...
although I have to say the argument about HAVING YOUR PHONE LOOK UGLY JUST IN CASE SOME ACCIDENT CAN HAPPEN TO MAKE UGLY made me laugh , I d never have a phone without one my advice :
Just buy a few cheap ones on eBay and master the trick when your bored , after 3 times it should be installed perfectly , I also noticed if you have light scratches already on it , the screen protector hides them so thats a bonus
Ive tried SO many screen protectors. The only one I have been happy with so far (and VERY happy at that) is Realook. They are SUPER clear, thin, and very hard. You do not lose the glassy feel or the crisp vivid look on the screen. Ive put them on a few phones now, a few Vibrants and a Mytouch Slide 3g (my gf didnt even know i had put it on there till i told her). Its $10 for 2 protectors and I HIGHLY recommend them.
http://cgi.ebay.com.sg/REALOOK-AT-T-Samsung-Captivate-AFP-Screen-Protector-2PK-/250674134359
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I haven't had a screen protector on my Vibrant in almost 2 months now & even with constantly putting it in my pocket with my keys, dropping it once onto my driveway & even fumbling it into bouncing off a brick wall one time I have yet to scratch my screen. The rest of the phone is dented & scratched but the screen is still beautiful.
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I have a tiny little chip right in the middle of my screen on my Captivate about a cm underneath the AT&T logo. It has taken less abuse than yours, and it even has a screen protector on it. It looks like the kind of chip you would get if a piece of gravel hit your windshield a little too hard.
Your mileage may vary.
Hydrocharged said:
I used to be the same way as you guys, "I don't need a screen protector because it's been through everything and still works perfectly!!" Yet, one day I found a scratch on my screen that I have no idea whatsoever where it came from. So, I got this Boxwave ClearTouch Crystal screen protector, and you literally cannot tell it is on there. It feels just like the glass (con for me actually, I prefer a paper kind of feel) and doesn't scratch easily at all. Plus, I installed it in a dusty room and there was no lint or anything else under the screen. It even comes with a thick card to remove bubbles once it has been applied. So, if you're even slighty, .000001% scared of getting lint trapped underneath the screen, go with Boxwave. I vouch for its clarity and ease of installation. Also, my screen is just as sensitive as before, as I've tried BARELY touching the screen and it still would pick up a touch.
And, in the rare event that you did get dust glued to the screen, it is completely washable and rewashable, so it is a little expensive, but well, well worth it.
Oh, and there is no adhesive whatsoever, not even water is needed. Just peel and go.
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Thanks for the info on the Boxwave screen protector, I've been wandering if it's as good as it looks.
In the malls near me now, there are little carts (you know those areas of the mall, where the cart/carny people are) that have people with small steady hands...
Invisible Shield it is called. They give you a lifetime warranty on the cover. They put it on. They will even cover your entire phone if you want (the back of the Captivate I am thinking of getting covered to avoid scratches on the metal back), and if you get a replacement phone for some reason, you only pay a portion of the price (material only) and they put it on again.
They use some sort of silicon liquid (snake oil... was probably just water) to aid in putting it on, and mine is perfect. Had a couple bubbles with the liquid still in it, but true to their word, it evaporated (through the protector) and it was perfect the next morning.
I jumped at this opportunity after totally FAILING at putting on a protector on my Tilt 2 (two packs of 3). On that phone, I took an exacto knife to cut off the excess I was so bad at it. I gladly paid $20 to have someone else do it and give me a warranty on it.
Invisible Shield. Check out your local mall.
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I cannot stand the installation procedure needed for the screen protectors. Every single time: I use the "provided micro fiber" cloth to remove dirt and lint and the apply. EVERY TIME I am left with tiny lint,, micro specs of air dust etc. between the film and the screen, and a small little bubble here and there. It drives me crazy. Call me obsessive compulsive but it take me about 3 screen protectors until I finally get it right. Anyone aware of any screen protection technology that will help me avoid this outcome?
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I think the gorilla glass is pretty resilient. Check out this youtube vid.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xASJobjD68
I tried to use them, I really did. The first one was a zagg and it wasn't a very good experience. The screen was rubbery and got scratched up within 2 weeks. So I removed it and just left my seidio case on for a few months. No scratches at all. Now I just got an otterbox impact case and came w/ a nicer screen protector. I put it on, but the lint underneath the screen was driving me crazy. I tried cleaning it off and made it even worst! Is anyone else just rockin it with just a case? I'm done w/ screen protectors.
I used my phone for months without a screen protector until the OB Defender(waste) came out.
I do agree with you that the lint and dust is utterly frustrating. you almost need a clean-room with a surgeon to get the damn thing on right. I can't remember who suggested it, but they said if you take your phone into the bathroom after a good, hot shower, the moisture in the air will keep dust from floating around and you'll get a real clean protector.
i will tell you this, like i said, i rocked my phone for months without any protection. then one day i slid it into the same pocket as my car keys and received a nice long scratch along the length of the phone.
I use the otterbox one and I love it. You really can't tell that there is even a screen protector on the phone. You just gotta be very careful when you put it on. I have gotten really good at it, mine is perfect- not a bubble, spec of dust, scratch, etc...
Screen protectors can be a pain in the ass, but with just a LITTLE bit of time, they can be awesome. First off, i use and swear by steinheil screen protectors. They feel exactly like the glass on the phone and not one person including myself has been able to tell the difference between an evo with it on and no screen protector. Second off, its the method of application that makes or breaks screen protectors. The single best way to apply one is in the bathroom. Turn on the shower and let the bathroom get foggy. This drops all the dusk in the air so you have a nice clean environment to work in. also use a good/new lint free cloth to clean while in the bathroom. use a little patience to get it lined up and start on the bottom and slowly move up using the included tool or a credit card. smooth out any remaining tiny bubbles and your in heaven my friend.
Wish I posted here first before applying the screen protector. I'll just have to baby it for now.
If you are going to use one of the ones made with the military grade polymer, bodyguardz is one of the better ones. It doesn't have the orange peel feel to it and they have a dry apply version.
I use steinheil too. The shower method is a little excessive tho. Just get a couple pieces of tape and dab around the whole screen to remove as much lint as you can, apply the protector and if there is still lint under use a strip of tape to life the protector and another piece to remove the lint.
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Screen protectors can be a pain in the ass, but with just a LITTLE bit of time, they can be awesome. First off, i use and swear by steinheil screen protectors. They feel exactly like the glass on the phone and not one person including myself has been able to tell the difference between an evo with it on and no screen protector. Second off, its the method of application that makes or breaks screen protectors. The single best way to apply one is in the bathroom. Turn on the shower and let the bathroom get foggy. This drops all the dusk in the air so you have a nice clean environment to work in. also use a good/new lint free cloth to clean while in the bathroom. use a little patience to get it lined up and start on the bottom and slowly move up using the included tool or a credit card. smooth out any remaining tiny bubbles and your in heaven my friend.
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I started using them and love them. IMO one if not the best out.
You just have to take your time. You cant tell mine is on.. I have used the anti fingerprint anf liked it a lot, but im using clear now and love it.... I wont go to the wet apply again.
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I hate the glass. I like the plasticy rubbery feel of zagg. My hand can slide and there's no smudges or prints on. Amaxing
A drop of Chuck Norris's semen was placed on the IPhone. We now have the Htc Evo.
Just FYI, I found a screen protector that I swear buy. It feels like glass, like the original screen. I dont know how scratch resistant it is but after a few months I'm still scratch free. Also I put one on my wifes phone. They come in a three pack off Amazon for $7 and some change shipped. It's worth giving a shot. Here's the link- http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003T1WI02/ref=oss_product
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I use steinheil too. The shower method is a little excessive tho. Just get a couple pieces of tape and dab around the whole screen to remove as much lint as you can, apply the protector and if there is still lint under use a strip of tape to life the protector and another piece to remove the lint.
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That's pretty innovative! I'll remember the tape trick next time. Thanks
I like Zagg InvisibleShield on my EVO. I had to order a replacement since I messed mine up with attempting to put on the front of a DecalGirl skin (pain in the butt).
I know I would have a hard time doing it myself so I had Best Buy install the last one and probably do my replacement. Yeah, they charge $8 but both times on my EVO and on my father's new android upgrade were perfect. No air bubbles, no trapped dust, dirt, and grim under the screen protector.
Check my Signature for a great option for screen protectors. They used to only have one type, now you can get a whole lot of options. I love them! I used the shower method too, and it worked great for me. Still on my first one - 4 months and counting.
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Check my Signature for a great option for screen protectors. They used to only have one type, now you can get a whole lot of options. I love them! I used the shower method too, and it worked great for me. Still on my first one - 4 months and counting.
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Are there scratches on ur screen protector? That's the other thing that drives me crazy.
I personally have to have a screen protector mainly due to my job . I work in the service department of a heavy equippment dealership . Besides being around dust and dirt and parts being ground down there is no telling what my fingers will pick up . I went with no protector at first and thats when I got my first two scratches . Had the invisible shield installed and scratches got covered up . Point of the story is , depending on your field of work and what you are exposing the phone to pretty much determines how well your screen is gonna remain scratch free . One thing that does irritate me to some extent . I had a Blackberry Storm that remained scratch free and never had a screen protector on it .
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Screen protectors can be a pain in the ass, but with just a LITTLE bit of time, they can be awesome. First off, i use and swear by steinheil screen protectors. They feel exactly like the glass on the phone and not one person including myself has been able to tell the difference between an evo with it on and no screen protector. Second off, its the method of application that makes or breaks screen protectors. The single best way to apply one is in the bathroom. Turn on the shower and let the bathroom get foggy. This drops all the dusk in the air so you have a nice clean environment to work in. also use a good/new lint free cloth to clean while in the bathroom. use a little patience to get it lined up and start on the bottom and slowly move up using the included tool or a credit card. smooth out any remaining tiny bubbles and your in heaven my friend.
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Going to give my vote to the Steinheil too. First off, I started out with a Zagg but could not stand the rubbery feel. In addition, I also use my EVO as a music player when I work out (I have an armband case that has a plastic cover on it) and every time I pulled the EVO out of the case after the workout, it would pull the Zagg cover off. PAIN IN THE *SS! I got so tired of it happening, the last time I just crumpled up the Zagg and tossed it in the trash. At that point, I was ready to go with a NAKED screen but had to remind myself that I was on my second EVO. The screen on my first got scratched 3 days after I brought it home (Don't even know how... with a 20-month old running around at home, could have been anything).
Now, going back to the Steinheil - I read reviews of it on Amazon and everyone raved. It was somewhat affordable so I thought, why not. After applying it, I have to say it's pretty awesome. Does it feel like glass? Not in my opinion - it feels "silky" but not SMOOTH like glass (does that make sense?) More importantly, it doesn't feel like rubber like the Zagg. And a fringe benefit, it does a great job of keeping off the fingerprints! And how about working out? I've used put in the armband case now 4X and it hasn't come off once. With the Zagg, I've had to reapply it 4 times!
So, my vote is for the Steinheil too... (BTW, they give you two in a case so you can try and find someone to split the costs with you if cost is an issue).
Boxwave screen protectors are the way to go. The crystal ones are awesome
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I buy the cheap ones from China on ebay and they seem to work fine. I usually just buy them in bulk for like $10 and stash them. I replace them every couple of months once they get scratched. I swear by the shower method in the bathroom, always have a clean application.
I initially had a zagg screen protector but it was GARBAGE. I ripped it off after 2 days of having it. I ended up getting a privacy screen protector off eBay for $3.00 and have had it since. I do miss the crisp clarity of the Evo screen but it has proved useful and has worked much better than that zagg crap.
I got a Zagg as soon as I got my Evo. I had used them on other devices (G1, my brief stint with an iphone, my Moment). Some people don't like the orange peel effect, and say it feels tacky, but it doesn't bother me (I don't even notice the orange peel effect). I have had it since August of last year, since the Evo was so hard to come by for the longest time lol. I have no scratches, and no bubbles. No peeling of the sides, except one when I put my Seidio case on initially, but it smoothed back out. I had Best Buy install it for me this go around, and I couldn't be happier. I have had it like I said, since August, with heavy use, and it stays in my pocket. It still looks as good as the day I got it
I got my GNex the day of release and since day one I have had a screen protector on it.
I used the cheap Verizon ones temporarily, and purchased an invisible shield about a week later.
I really like the invisible shield, its lasted me this whole time. From December to April with no issues. It was clean looking. It did have a little bit of the "orange peel" effect, but I didn't mind it.
But its starting to get a little bit worn, dirt starting collecting around the edges of the screen protector, and won't come out. Its also got little fine surface scratches from me cleaning the screen......
So my question is, who here is using their GNex Naked?
Im thinking about taking my invisible shield off now,
But im just worried that the glossy black front of the phone will start to get little fine surface scratches from pocketing/cleaning.
I know that the screens are not suppose to scratch easily, but its the little fine hair like scratches that appear over time from use / cleaning that bother me to no end.
Anyone using their GNex Naked care to chime in on how well the screen is holding up? How about the glossy black above and underneath the screen?
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I got my GNex the day of release and since day one I have had a screen protector on it.
I used the cheap Verizon ones temporarily, and purchased an invisible shield about a week later.
I really like the invisible shield, its lasted me this whole time. From December to April with no issues. It was clean looking. It did have a little bit of the "orange peel" effect, but I didn't mind it.
But its starting to get a little bit worn, dirt starting collecting around the edges of the screen protector, and won't come out. Its also got little fine surface scratches from me cleaning the screen......
So my question is, who here is using their GNex Naked?
Im thinking about taking my invisible shield off now,
But im just worried that the glossy black front of the phone will start to get little fine surface scratches from pocketing/cleaning.
I know that the screens are not suppose to scratch easily, but its the little fine hair like scratches that appear over time from use / cleaning that bother me to no end.
Anyone using their GNex Naked care to chime in on how well the screen is holding up? How about the glossy black above and underneath the screen?
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Nothing on my nexus just yet... I tried scratchingit with a key( don't do that) and not a single scratch.. I had a screen protector aswell but it seems to make blacks not so black..
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Honestly, wouldn't risk it.
When you have that tiny grain of sand or something in your pocket and your phone is with it. That is just enough to scratch it and just make you OCD and annoyed with the screen because of that one scratch you always see.
Just put on a quality screen protector. I put an XO skins on mine and it's been good so far.
I used it from half of January until now. Collected my fist scratch a week ago, even though I treat it with extreme care. It is not very visible but still. I would recommend one.
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I would use a screen protector just to not take the risk of the screen getting scratched. Because if those tiny little scratches bother you, imagine what'll happen when you get a big scratch on your screen. You'll regret it. I, and many others here would recommend XO Skin's. It's a really good screen protector and I'd say give it a chance.
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I've never put my phone into trouser pockets. It always goes into a suit jacket pocket on its own - without any other items in the pocket. Despite this, I have a curved scratch on the screen that becomes noticeable in bright environments.
So, if a scratch will bother you greatly, you'll definitely want a screen protector.
I put protectors on all my phone's screens before use them. On my old iphone 3gs one from power support saved my glass from a 1.5 meters fall, protector broken but screen untouched.
Ran mine about a week without one until my case and protector came in...was extremely careful and no scratches thankfully.
It's like having a home alarm system. No one gets them until their house has already been broken into. For how cheap they are...it's cheap insurance since it's much harder to repair a scratch than replace a screen protector.
if small scratches that can only be seen when the screen is off and clean bothers you then use a screen protector. The galaxy nexus's Oleophobic coating will get these tiny scratches without one. the screen feels much nicer without one, try it for a day when you plan to switch up the screen protectors and you will see what you are missing out on.
I peel mine off. Was too slippery, got easily scratched with microscratches, looked greasy. Bleh. The screen is great and durable, has that nice oleophobic coating; the glass is strong enough, a protector isn't needed anymore on phones for regular, they're not plastic screens.
Now if you work in construction or other particle heaven environment, by all means get a protector.
Mines naked and I have zero scratches from slipping it in and out of my pocket! And trust me...I clean the screen and look under a light to check! Lol
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Picked up 10 good protectors from ebay for like 5 quid.
Get greasy, wipe on your trousers, get scratched, put a new one on.
Cheaper than new glass, simple
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Picked up 10 good protectors from ebay for like 5 quid.
Get greasy, wipe on your trousers, get scratched, put a new one on.
Cheaper than new glass, simple
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I'm actually looking for a very basic, as-clear-as-possible, and non-water base screen protector. I hear the basic ones from Verizon do just fine (not anti-glare ones)? I may go with those.
What exactly are you protecting the screen from? From looking bad? If isn't for resale value, then what on Earth justifies tainting the display of a phone's screen with a piece of plastic that worsens the clarity and collects dust, fingerprints and oil?
I'd spend the money on addressing the OCD. Just get the first scratch out of the way and be done with it. It's pretty liberating to not walk around as if you are babysitting fine china in your pocket.
I highly recommend Steinhall Oleophobic screen protectors.
With a good install, it is hard to even tell its in there. Very clear, and the feel of it is better than any others I've used. Almost as good as glass.
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Until 2 days ago I had this on since I got my GNex back in December...
http://www.amazon.com/Rearth-Ultima...CK/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1333684536&sr=8-12
Completely clear, couldn't notice there was one on, some rainbow effect not much, Covered pretty much the whole screen. The only slight issue was that the bottom right corner did not adhere so it was off about 1mm. .
Currently I have the XO on there still waiting for 2 bubbles to dry out, almost no orange peel, but I can tell it has effected the visibility a bit. Overall pretty happy.
http://xoskins.com/cell-phone-skin-...tector?zenid=2d2895b48f6f59ef6241b525b3c20c2a
Promo code SPRINTXO for 30% off still works as of a few days ago.
Also heard good things about these...
http://www.amazon.com/BoxWave-Clear...QS/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1333684536&sr=8-10
http://www.amazon.com/ArmorSuit-Mil...GBE0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1333684536&sr=8-6
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/google/galaxy-nexus.html
no screen protector here and i've been using this phone for 2 months without a scratch. It's always all by himself in my left pocket and I dont feel worried about getting a scratch.
If you want a screen protector and you'd feel better with one I suggest you the Tru brand, the feeling is really nice compared to the other brands out there that I see at my workplace...
I'm the complete opposite of you. I purchased my nexus the week it came out and refused to put a screen protector on up until 2weeks ago. Was talked into trying one by a coworker. In those 3.5 months I've never had a single scratch. I'm a little OCD about having a perfect screen. Free of scratches and clean of fingerprints and dirt. I ended up throwing on a cheap verizon one thinking I'd be pulling it off very shortly after applying it. After putting it on damn near perfect, I started to like it. Color distortion was farely minimal and I wasn't wiping fingerprints every 20 minutes. That in itself is worth the screen protector. The protection to me is the added bonus..... I really hate fingerprints. Lol
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I am using XO Skins as well. http://xoskins.com It doesn't have orange peel and is super strong. I have had it on since day 1.
no screen protector and use this for good measures
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1488683
I just thought I should share a valuable lesson: DON'T BUY CHEAP SCREEN PROTECTORS!
I have been fine in the past with cheap screen protectors from eBay. They got the job done, and they were only a dollar or two. And you got six of them.
Anticipating the arrival of my N5, I bought a Spigen Neo-Hybrid case (Which is excellent), and some cheap screen protectors for $2. (12 to be exact)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/231089059032?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I bought a bunch because that gives ample headroom if you mess up a few times.
I try to install the first one, and it ends up with bubbles near the cutouts for the speaker and camera. Okay, I'll just try another one.
I've gone through six of them, and they all have the same bubble problem near the cutouts.
I ended up buying higher-end screen protectors: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EV97UD6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'll be sure to report on those when they arrive.
But the lesson is to be cautious with cheap screen protectors.
The xtremeguard screen protectors are really good, and they can be found for under $2.
mprasolov said:
I just thought I should share a valuable lesson: DON'T BUY CHEAP SCREEN PROTECTORS!
I have been fine in the past with cheap screen protectors from eBay. They got the job done, and they were only a dollar or two. And you got six of them.
Anticipating the arrival of my N5, I bought a Spigen Neo-Hybrid case (Which is excellent), and some cheap screen protectors for $2. (12 to be exact)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/231089059032?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I bought a bunch because that gives ample headroom if you mess up a few times.
I try to install the first one, and it ends up with bubbles near the cutouts for the speaker and camera. Okay, I'll just try another one.
I've gone through six of them, and they all have the same bubble problem near the cutouts.
I ended up buying higher-end screen protectors: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EV97UD6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'll be sure to report on those when they arrive.
But the lesson is to be cautious with cheap screen protectors.
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I've got some of the iSmooth protectors and they are quite good...once I properly installed them. Dry apply are a little tricky but there are enough tutorials and videos to help. I also have the Neo Hybrid and I'm quite happy with it.
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I've got some of the iSmooth protectors and they are quite good...once I properly installed them. Dry apply are a little tricky but there are enough tutorials and videos to help. I also have the Neo Hybrid and I'm quite happy with it.
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I guess I lucked out with my choice of screen protector!
Not necessarily. I bought these SAMAR crystal clear screen protectors, managed to apply one without getting any dust or air bubbles. It has all the cutouts, the fit is good, and it is quite smooth when swiping, very happy with it so far. To top it all off it is dirt cheap and you get 6 protectors all with cleaning cloths! I've read others on here who have been happy with this brand too. Would definitely recommend.
use a drop of water when u install. it'll help take out bubbles.
also you can reapply these, just rinse in soap water then water, then shake off excess and apply. squeegee out the water - should be next to nothing.
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The xtremeguard screen protectors are really good, and they can be found for under $2.
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True. And even with that. I got one first and tested before I got backups.
I use an IQshield screen protector and it's nothing short of pure awesome. No bubbles at all, and it's so smooth and dried hard. It feels like glass.
You get what you pay for. I bought the spiegen Crystal for 10 bucks and they went on perfect and looked perfect and felt pretty good to you cant even tell its on unless you look at the earpiece closely. But there's always better! I just recently bought a Nillkin Glass screen protector with 9h hardness and olephobic with rounded edges and its gonna be getting here in a week or so and that should be way better than a cheap or high quality screen protector!
This sounds silly, but whenever I install a cheap screen protector, I do two things: first, i make sure the side that's going to be applied to the screen is FACE DOWN. Never face it up, under any circumstances. if I do, its before removing from packaging. I even remove the adhesive that protects the protector itself, with the screen protector face down. this doesn't give a chance for dust to sit on the bottom of the screen when facing up. Yes im sure any dust flying around will still find a way to stick, but this reduces the chances. Plus, you make sure you are applying in a clean environment anyway. I usually vaccum the house (or area at least) prior to applying, and give the dust time to settle afterwards.
second, and heres the silly part: I make sure the screen is completely wiped, and blow on the screen itself with DRY LIPS as im applying the screen protector face down. This blows off any dust that may settle between the time you apply the screen, and make sure lips are dry as to not blow moisture onto the screen.
There really isn't any fool proof method for applying screen protectors without dust, but without some sort of clean box with a built in HEPA filtration system, this seems to work well for me 80-90% of the time, versus just applying like normal.
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This sounds silly, but whenever I install a cheap screen protector, I do two things: first, i make sure the side that's going to be applied to the screen is FACE DOWN. Never face it up, under any circumstances. if I do, its before removing from packaging. I even remove the adhesive that protects the protector itself, with the screen protector face down. this doesn't give a chance for dust to sit on the bottom of the screen when facing up. Yes im sure any dust flying around will still find a way to stick, but this reduces the chances. Plus, you make sure you are applying in a clean environment anyway. I usually vaccum the house (or area at least) prior to applying, and give the dust time to settle afterwards.
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You can skip all the surgical-precision vacuuming if you do the application in the bathroom. Turn on the shower, hot as it'll go. Leave it run for 5-10 minutes til the bathroom is steamy. That knocks all the dust out of the air.
Then you can apply your screen protector in peace.
Caelrie said:
You can skip all the surgical-precision vacuuming if you do the application in the bathroom. Turn on the shower, hot as it'll go. Leave it run for 5-10 minutes til the bathroom is steamy. That knocks all the dust out of the air.
Then you can apply your screen protector in peace.
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but wouldn't that cause moisture in the air? I could see that getting in between the screen during application. I bought a ton of screen protectors like OP though, so I'll have to give this idea a shot lol
The moisture will get out over time. Its just like having windows tinted
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unvaluablespace said:
but wouldn't that cause moisture in the air? I could see that getting in between the screen during application. I bought a ton of screen protectors like OP though, so I'll have to give this idea a shot lol
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It doesn't matter. Even dry-applied screen protectors go on better this way, and any moisture completely dries out quickly anyway.
Spend a few hundred dollars on a phone and then buy the cheapest cases and screen protectors you can? Doesn't make sense.
I'll pay the extra $8 for a Spigen screen protector and a quality case that match the quality of my Nexus.
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Spigen could've tried a bit harder and made all the cutouts. Even the temporary screen protector that comes with the phone has those. I think most screen protectors will be similar at the $1+ range but you can't expect much from ones that cost $0.25.
xtremeguards didn't have bubbles for me. Buying 6 of the same screen protectors and then saying all of them have problems doesn't make sense.
I'm assuming the OP means the bubbles are from the edge of the cutouts not sticking down which is a common issue with cheap screen protectors.
the cutouts are not made well so the screen protector itself is warped at the cutouts for the speakers etc so its not flat and does not stick down creating bubbles there.
Just install in steamy bathroom. The steam prevents dust from floating in the air.
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I got this Nillkin one: http://dx.com/p/277084. I only had one. Applied by using the "hinge" method. Went perfectly. Cutouts are perfect and bubbles are removed very easy (easier than other screen protectors I've had).
I used a little wet cloth to make my screen wet and to remove dust. At first it feels very rubbery, but after using it for a day or even less, it feels just like the glass!
Expensive glass screen protectors like glassTr or whatever else. I got one of the 8$ tempered glass screen protectors off eBay and. Have been rocking it about a month now. Thing looks beautiful and is tempered and oleophobic or whatever it's called. Went on perfect the first time and I love the feel if the glass. Just like the original screen. Have had zero issues with touch sensitivity or anything
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I agree. Spent $5.00 from ebay and about 3 weeks shipping from China. I even purchased another one just case .
Can you post some ebay links?
John.
I'm sure these glass protectors look good initially, but what I'd be interested in seeing is how they hold up long term after several months. My understanding is some of the cheaper glass protectors have issues lifting at the edges due to poorly made adhesive. I have an iLoome incoming and I'm worried even it will have lifting issues.
This seems to be the cheapest seller currently. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Perfect-Qua...l_Phone_Screen_Protectors&hash=item51b23a2b92
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I actually had a spigen glass screen protector before , removed it due to bad installation and bought a 8$ one . Found to be exactly the same. no issues what so ever.
Spigen and mime or w.e they are , are all ripoffs. just buy a aftermarket one. They also replace it for free if its not delivered to you in pristine condition.
Well I got this Armor Suit tempered glass screen protector from Amazon for my HTC One and am pretty much satisfied with its quality and features...
http://www.amazon.com/ArmorSuit-Mil...1&keywords=Glass+Screen+Protector+for+HTC+One
and I like this tempered glass screen protector pretty much..!!!!
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I'm going to have to invest although I can never get the damn things on without bubbles :crying:
N345H said:
I'm going to have to invest although I can never get the damn things on without bubbles :crying:
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Much sure you are applying in a relatively dust free area. Bubbles that won't come out are usually dust getting stuck between the screen and the protector. The glass protectors are less likely to get bubbles from non dust issues. I bought a MIME and while expensive at 25 bucks, it came with a tack sheet that removes any dust that you might not see.
If the cheap glass protectors work for you, great. 25 bucks is not a lot to spend on a 600+ phone in my opinion.
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Jimmy2u said:
Well I got this Armor Suit tempered glass screen protector from Amazon for my HTC One and am pretty much satisfied with its quality and features...
http://www.amazon.com/ArmorSuit-Mil...1&keywords=Glass+Screen+Protector+for+HTC+One
and I like this tempered glass screen protector pretty much..!!!!
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That is not a glass screen protector. I have had them. They are made of plastic. If you can get them on without bubbles, they work great but there is a stickiness to them that some like, I do not, so I wanted a real glass protector.
N345H said:
I'm going to have to invest although I can never get the damn things on without bubbles :crying:
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I like the water trick. Clean it up real good with the provided cleaning cloth and make sure its 100% dry. Then mist the screen with a spray bottle and apply the screen protector. Use the card to work out bubbles. Works every time.
khhhhris said:
I like the water trick. Clean it up real good with the provided cleaning cloth and make sure its 100% dry. Then mist the screen with a spray bottle and apply the screen protector. Use the card to work out bubbles. Works every time.
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I agree to a point. If even the smallest dust particle gets on the screen after cleaning it, you will get a bubble that is difficult, if not impossible, to remove. It is hard to have a "dust free" environement in a home.
The nice thing is I have wrecked a few of the plastic film protectors and the companies always just sent a new one.
I have had probably 20 devices over the past 2 years so I think I have tried about every brand of protector on the market
The glass protectors are the best for me. They feel like using the naked device. The plastic protectors always have a "sticky" feel to them and none lasted more than a few months before having issues with edge peel, discoloring, etc.
I had a Muvit Screen Guard for about 8 euro's.
It included two of these large protectors fitting screens up to 6.8" and you have to cut out to the right size yourself. They worked splendid for me. I sent in my HTC One for repair and the repair people scratched the screen, or rather the protector. Not a single thing on the real glass though so mission accomplished! And the scratches on the protector were pretty deep, so I agree. A cheap protector is just as good at protecting against reasonable damage done by keys or other sharp edges in say, your pocket or purse.
Now I'm using the screen protector the repair center included when sending my device back home.
Mike02z said:
I agree to a point. If even the smallest dust particle gets on the screen after cleaning it, you will get a bubble that is difficult, if not impossible, to remove. It is hard to have a "dust free" environement in a home.
The nice thing is I have wrecked a few of the plastic film protectors and the companies always just sent a new one.
I have had probably 20 devices over the past 2 years so I think I have tried about every brand of protector on the market
The glass protectors are the best for me. They feel like using the naked device. The plastic protectors always have a "sticky" feel to them and none lasted more than a few months before having issues with edge peel, discoloring, etc.
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A few people has posted to turn the hot water on with the shower running. Let it get steamy in there and it will take the dust out of the air. Then put your screen protector on in the bathroom and the dust element should be eliminated.
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I 'wasted' my money on a GlassTr screen protector for my One. Was a little suspicious of the Ebay ones - probably wrongly so. It was I think very expensive but has fitted well and thus far working well. I'll never go back to those plastic 'things' again. Managed to get one spec of dust trapped under but other than that it's crystal clear, very smooth to the touch and phone just as responsive to the touch. Too early to comment on how it's wearing but looks good so far.
I got one of the cheapie eBay ones. I've had it about two months and haven't had any issues, save one... The glass doesn't completely cover the screen. You would think it would cover the entire black area on the face, but mine was cut about 1mm too short! Since it does cover the entire visual area, I decided it didn't bother me enough to go through the process of replacing it.
I used the hinge method, and did not have any issues with bubbles or dust on the screen.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMPqDwVZzzM
Normally the saying goes, you get what you pay for. True for many things, however there are always exceptions. Going to try one of these! Thanks
I took the advice every one has suggested to fit screen protector tape down one side as hinge in bathroom with hot water running washed hands cleaned phone and screen even cleaned screen protector before removing plastic and it went on like a dream. Bought my screen protector from empire but can't recommend them due to carry on getting sent a protector packaged in thinner cardboard than a cereal pack so received it smashed then they sent me another in better packaging but doesn't say empire anywhere so not sure if it's there's but it works and iam happy although mine doesn't fully cover black area it's out about 2 to 3 mill but doesn't bother me .
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Yeah I Agree
I've got the iloome, it's been on two months now and I've not had one problem.
I got a glass protector from ebay and I have a huge bubble in the lower left hand corner. Do those go away or should I reapply?
You could just buy tech amor screen savers from amazon, free replacements for life. I requested a new set of 3 and I got it for free, didn't pay postage or anything. Basically free screens for a while.