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I've been debating between getting the black vs silver version and I just thought of something this morning. Would scratches be more visible on the black version? I prefer the black version but if after a few months it has a bunch of visible white scratches then I would def prefer to get the silver. What do you guys think?
I want the black version too and now you made me paranoid haha hopefully it isn't silver with black coating
I imagine if the black one gets scratches, it will be silver underneath. If the silver one scratches, it will still be silvery underneath.
JimSmith94 said:
I imagine if the black one gets scratches, it will be silver underneath. If the silver one scratches, it will still be silvery underneath.
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I agree, which makes me question black as my intended purchase, but I really think the black is the better look and will just have to try and keep it looking good.
It's stainless steel, not anodized aluminum. It'll take a hell of a lot to scratch it, but I don't know what process they used on the black.
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It's stainless steel, not anodized aluminum. It'll take a hell of a lot to scratch it, but I don't know what process they used on the black.
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I had a black steel watch years ago while in the military. It was my "work" watch. The black stayed black even after years of abuse. If they use then proper process to make the steel black it should wear just fine.
Thanks for your responses. I'm still not sure. The silver looks great too, so I might just get silver to just avoid the risk.
The best coating on watches is called PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) and is (usually) black. If they use that coating then you won't have to worry about it scratching. I hope they use it.
I would like the black version as well, I think it looks good and especially also smaller then the silver one
however, I'm afraid it will scratch quite easily going by the latest pictures form this italian blog
in one of the pictures, imo you can see 2 scratches right next to the strap:
http://www.lucaviscardi.eu/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/20140805_161039.jpg
could have come from a tool used to change the strap
2k4ever said:
i would like the black version as well, i think it looks good and especially also smaller then the silver one
however, i'm afraid it will scratch quite easily going by the latest pictures form this italian blog
in one of the pictures, imo you can see 2 scratches right next to the strap:
http://www.lucaviscardi.eu/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/20140805_161039.jpg
could have come from a tool used to change the strap
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ahhhhhh a scratch
2k4ever said:
I would like the black version as well, I think it looks good and especially also smaller then the silver one
however, I'm afraid it will scratch quite easily going by the latest pictures form this italian blog
in one of the pictures, imo you can see 2 scratches right next to the strap:
http://www.lucaviscardi.eu/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/20140805_161039.jpg
could have come from a tool used to change the strap
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Might be the lighting, but yeah it looks like scratches to me. I ordered the silver one because of this. For $250 I'm not sure what kind of blackening process we can expect, but I will wait until reviews until I buy a 2nd black one, I'd like to be able to switch between the 2.
hurricanefloyd41 said:
The best coating on watches is called PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) and is (usually) black. If they use that coating then you won't have to worry about it scratching. I hope they use it.
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a bit off-topic here, but the LG G Watch R seems to use that kind of coating:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrQREak8WgI&feature=player_detailpage#t=185
maybe interesting for all of you who - like myself - are disappointed by the bad inital reports regarding Moto 360's battery life
did u guys saw the gallery from the italian guy that reviewed it last month??
on his gallery it was clearly visible that scratches on the coating revealed the silver underneath
thats why i have now chosen to take the silver even tho the black one is much sexier
chaco81 said:
did u guys saw the gallery from the italian guy that reviewed it last month??
on his gallery it was clearly visible that scratches on the coating revealed the silver underneath
thats why i have now chosen to take the silver even tho the black one is much sexier
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My exact thoughts! I have had the Pebble Steel in black and I dropped the thing when I was resizing it and fell on the carpet, and even that put a mark on the stupid band lol. Not a scratch, but the matte black was not matte in the areas where it fell. You couldn't see it straight on, but I knew it was there lol. These are the bands people are now using to replace the stock ones that can be bought at your local Best Buy.
I have a lot of other watches that are stainless/brushed steel so black, even though looks kicks ass wouldn't look so good on me. I'm constantly running into things like my 6 year old lol.
This was my exact thought and bought a silver one. Plus, I'm very used to a silver watch. It tends to go with everything. Black I am sure would too but I feel like silver metal bands are also easier to find in more variety.
I doubt the black watch was painted. Probably power coated or something which is very durable. As for scratches, it depends on how hard you hit it and on what surface. Personally, I'm waiting for tempered glass protectors for the face. I hate scratches on watch faces.
Has anyone gotten a black one yet and noticed any scratches?
If you like the black one but you are afraid of scratches, just get one of these full-body skins: http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi®-TechSkin-Replacement-Definition-Anti-Bubble/dp/B00J400P98
Cheers!
I dropped my black one on tile and nothing happened, I heard the case hit too... also I just scratched at it with a razor blade and you can see little lines in the reflection but it's still black :good:
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I dropped my black one on tile and nothing happened, I heard the case hit too... also I just scratched at it with a razor blade and you can see little lines in the reflection but it's still black :good:
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Could you post some close-up pictures of it? I'm too skeptical about buying a black one for this one reason that I read everywhere telling that the black surface if scratched will reveal the silver.. But I'm so much taken by the black, I wanna buy the black! Confused now!
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Could you post some close-up pictures of it? I'm too skeptical about buying a black one for this one reason that I read everywhere telling that the black surface if scratched will reveal the silver.. But I'm so much taken by the black, I wanna buy the black! Confused now!
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Go get the black version and then get a black Sharpie to touch it up as needed!
That's what I would do. ?
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Black Matte case from Diztronic
Black Titanium back skin from DBrand
Red camera skin from DBrand
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Black Matte case from Diztronic
Black Titanium back skin from DBrand
Red camera skin from DBrand
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Did you have to ask for a custom cut for the red camera skin?
Set up looks really nice, I had done this for my Nexus 5 and want to do it for my OPO also
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Did you have to ask for a custom cut for the red camera skin?
Set up looks really nice, I had done this for my Nexus 5 and want to do it for my OPO also
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Thanks, I am really pleased with it. Nothing custom, just one of their optional cuts and colors.
that looks good! I may do something similar when my diztronic arrives with a red carbon!
I have similar components on order right now. Black diztronic and black carbon dbrand skin. However I am very curious about this. How does the cut out for the camera on the skin compared to the cut out for the camera on the case? It looks like you were able to get the skin too kind of rap down into the camera cut out on the case. Was that pretty easy? Is it laying down pretty good and sticking pretty good?
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I have similar components on order right now. Black diztronic and black carbon dbrand skin. However I am very curious about this. How does the cut out for the camera on the skin compared to the cut out for the camera on the case? It looks like you were able to get the skin too kind of rap down into the camera cut out on the case. Was that pretty easy? Is it laying down pretty good and sticking pretty good?
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Yup, everything is perfect. I used a hair dryer to warm up the parts that wrap a little. Then, while it was warm, just sort of rubbed it for a few seconds.
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Yup, everything is perfect. I used a hair dryer to warm up the parts that wrap a little. Then, while it was warm, just sort of rubbed it for a few seconds.
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Thank you for your response. Another quick question. I saw another guy somewhere did it and there was an issue with the skin laying down the right way kind of around the headphone jack. Did you have an issue with that?
ryanbmw51 said:
Thank you for your response. Another quick question. I saw another guy somewhere did it and there was an issue with the skin laying down the right way kind of around the headphone jack. Did you have an issue with that?
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Nope... but maybe it has to do with positioning? I am not sure... I think he was also using a different brand skin, so that might be part of it.
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Nope... but maybe it has to do with positioning? I am not sure... I think he was also using a different brand skin, so that might be part of it.
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You could be right but http://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/2k0e0q/one_diztronic_dbrand/
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You could be right but http://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/2k0e0q/one_diztronic_dbrand/
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I see, yeah... not sure.
I'll be sure to add some photos of my results. Prob next week sometime. Got an orzly tempered glass screen protector on the way as well
ryanbmw51 said:
I have similar components on order right now. Black diztronic and black carbon dbrand skin. However I am very curious about this. How does the cut out for the camera on the skin compared to the cut out for the camera on the case? It looks like you were able to get the skin too kind of rap down into the camera cut out on the case. Was that pretty easy? Is it laying down pretty good and sticking pretty good?
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I am thinking of doing the same setup....any chance you could share some high quality photos once you do this??
dmarden said:
Black Matte case from Diztronic
Black Titanium back skin from DBrand
Red camera skin from DBrand
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How is the texture of the skin?
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abhi08638 said:
How is the texture of the skin?
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I like it... it feel nice. It's no more grippy or anything, but I am a side gripper anyway.
dmarden said:
I like it... it feel nice. It's no more grippy or anything, but I am a side gripper anyway.
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Is it just like a plastics sticker or is more of a matte feel
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abhi08638 said:
Is it just like a plastics sticker or is more of a matte feel
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It's definitely textured and not cheap feeling at all. Very well made.
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Black Matte case from Diztronic
Black Titanium back skin from DBrand
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haha that's funny.. I was going to do the SAME EXACT set up (titanium back cover and tru color red camera insert)
Good to know it looks good!
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haha that's funny.. I was going to do the SAME EXACT set up (titanium back cover and tru color red camera insert)
Good to know it looks good!
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Yeah, I love it... I've also gotten a lot of compliments and questions about it.
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Yeah, I love it... I've also gotten a lot of compliments and questions about it.
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Yeah, I love dBrand skins. Got two for my Nexus 4 a year or two ago. Looks awesome and kept the glass back on the Nexus 4 from shattering (dropped it a couple of times)
I have been searching for a bumper tpu case, have you had any luck?
I have only found aluminum and do not like that.
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Yeah, I love dBrand skins. Got two for my Nexus 4 a year or two ago. Looks awesome and kept the glass back on the Nexus 4 from shattering (dropped it a couple of times)
I have been searching for a bumper tpu case, have you had any luck?
I have only found aluminum and do not like that.
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I'm afraid I haven't looked for any, sorry bud.
Bought the orzly black for my black /dark htc 10, fitted perfectly.. I'd asked before if there were cutouts for the buttons and was told No!
Well ...... There is and it looks a bit stupid in the light, i almost want to colour them in a bit to hide them..
If you want perfection like me, this isn't it, but. It is the only tempered screen protector that fits full screen and has 100% coverage,if you have the original layout then fair enough, just I don't
Just a shame about the buttons.
PS: I have a mod which turns off the lights and moves back to recent and vice versa, so seeing cut outs for them is a downer.
I finally got the Orzly for my 10 and have to agree with you that the cut outs are weird.
They make it look very cheap and knock off like, I am OK with it but would prefer something else (though unsure what else would be better).
Everything does line up a treat though, impressed by that.
I'm considering ordering one of these, can you post a photo of the buttons?
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I'm considering ordering one of these, can you post a photo of the buttons?
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Not at the moment, will do tomorrow. Looks decent, but those cut outs lol, really bad. Should be all black.
stretchnz said:
I finally got the Orzly for my 10 and have to agree with you that the cut outs are weird.
They make it look very cheap and knock off like, I am OK with it but would prefer something else (though unsure what else would be better).
Everything does line up a treat though, impressed by that.
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Yea it fits very well, possible to put something over or under them, if it's over them then it would have to be hard wearing as it'd soon rub off from pressing the buttons.
As far as I know there are no tempered glass edge to edge covers, I've looked long and hard, some have images showing their protectors as if they do, but they don't.
This is the closest. A marker may work but it'd be temporary.
Either that or embrace the lights, personally I swap back and recent which is why its such a killer for me. Guess I'll have to get used to it. Should have painted them before fitting.
Here's my mod for swapping the buttons.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3392559
It seems there are two versions and I'm not sure what's meant by cutouts - do you mean actual holes in the glass? My Orzly cover has transparent squares in the black paint over the button areas and it doesn't look that bad to me.
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It seems there are two versions and I'm not sure what's meant by cutouts - do you mean actual holes in the glass? My Orzly cover has transparent squares in the black paint over the button areas and it doesn't look that bad to me.
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Yes they are what I'm referring to, they do look alright, however as I've said before I switch my buttons so back is recent and vice versa, I've also turned the lights from the buttons completely off so it looks right, these cut outs look terrible for my needs. Not the end of the world but definitely a blemish on a what is otherwise a a sleek looking cover.
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It seems there are two versions and I'm not sure what's meant by cutouts - do you mean actual holes in the glass? My Orzly cover has transparent squares in the black paint over the button areas and it doesn't look that bad to me.
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My Orzly glass comes with the cutout in the tempered glass. And the oily film is visible beneath the tempered glass except when the screen is ON. But the main issue is the rainbow effect it displays allover the screen whenever we encounter a white colour in screen. I regret purchasing this tempered glass.
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My Orzly glass comes with the cutout in the tempered glass. And the oily film is visible beneath the tempered glass except when the screen is ON. But the main issue is the rainbow effect it displays allover the screen whenever we encounter a white colour in screen. I regret purchasing this tempered glass.
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I don't have that issue with rainbow, I do have those cut outs though.
They're horrid.
dladz said:
I don't have that issue with rainbow, I do have those cut outs though.
They're horrid.
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Can you share some pics of your tempered glass?
Premdrums said:
Can you share some pics of your tempered glass?
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it's exactly the same as kempshotts, no different.
Since there don't seem to be any tempered glass screen protectors that cover the entire screen and stick properly to the curved edges, I'm looking for the next best option.
What is the best protective film for the V20?
So far, I have come across these two on eBay:
1. Nillkin HD Clear Crystal Transparent Thin Phone Screen Protector Film For LG V20
2. 2x Mikvon Armor Screen Protector for LG V20 Retail Package with accessories
Anyone have experience with either of these protectors? Are they worth buying?
I tried to find Skinomi on eBay but shipping to my country is not available.
Note. International shipping is important.
http://www.skinomi.com/lg-v20.html
have you checked their website
ricohz said:
http://www.skinomi.com/lg-v20.html
have you checked their website
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Yes I did but the shipping costs are way too high, at U$9.95 + U$4.00 it would cost more to ship to my country than the cost of the screen protector itself.
I got this one and it rocks! It goes all the way to sides and it doesn't attract fingerprints, without compromising the screen quality!
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Ful...-Clear-Use-Layer-2nd-Gen-TPU/32770113161.html
The Armorsuit screen protectors have always treated me well. They seem to be clearer/have less of a "fuzz effect" than the others I've tried. They're wet application if that matters to you. I personally think it makes the process easier.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01JU43FQ2/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8
Byte_76 said:
2. 2x Mikvon Armor Screen Protector for LG V20 Retail Package with accessories
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Mikvon goes from edge to edge. However it does not stick to the top and bottom curve of the phone. You will have a gap and it slowly collect dust. Also if you have a case, it might push on to the SP on the side.
ronaldyeo said:
I got this one and it rocks! It goes all the way to sides and it doesn't attract fingerprints, without compromising the screen quality!
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Ful...-Clear-Use-Layer-2nd-Gen-TPU/32770113161.html
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Does this one have the problems I describe above?
ronaldyeo said:
I got this one and it rocks! It goes all the way to sides and it doesn't attract fingerprints, without compromising the screen quality!
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Ful...-Clear-Use-Layer-2nd-Gen-TPU/32770113161.html
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Is this wet application? How much room is on the side? I use spigen case and looking for screen protector that doesn't interfere with it.
If the screen protector goes from edge to edge it has tendency to be peeled off by case.
Also does it cover entire screen from top to botton included lg logo?
Not a wet application. Just a dry one - you'll get quite a bit of bubbles but they clear up within a day. It's got about 1mm at the sides, cutting it a little close - slight off and you'll have that halo issue which I solved by snipping a bit off whichever corner.
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Mikvon goes from edge to edge. However it does not stick to the top and bottom curve of the phone. You will have a gap and it slowly collect dust. Also if you have a case, it might push on to the SP on the side.
Does this one have the problems I describe above?
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So far, I haven't seen such a problem. No dust or lint collecting on the sides. but like I mentioned, slight alignment issues and you'll probably have to trim it off using a cuticle scissors or something - that's what I did. :good::good:
Here's a video for reference. Pardon the quality, I got the cam for christmas so just fooling around with it.
https://youtu.be/R3K5P8B-aiI
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So far, I haven't seen such a problem. No dust or lint collecting on the sides. but like I mentioned, slight alignment issues and you'll probably have to trim it off using a cuticle scissors or something - that's what I did. :good::good:
Here's a video for reference. Pardon the quality, I got the cam for christmas so just fooling around with it.
https://youtu.be/R3K5P8B-aiI
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Looks good!! Thank you for the detail review!!
It's definitely better then the Mikvon I got. The ads say "gold..." and the pic shows a tint of gold?? Don't see that in the video though, so it's just a normal TPU SP?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/accessories/finally-screen-protector-t3533549
It's tempered and no issues at all. I'm loving it.
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Looks good!! Thank you for the detail review!!
It's definitely better then the Mikvon I got. The ads say "gold..." and the pic shows a tint of gold?? Don't see that in the video though, so it's just a normal TPU SP?
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The gold is just the top film used during application. It's really just clear. Not too sure how a TPU SP is like but I reckon yes, it's just a normal clear version.
One word of advice, don't try to remove the cut-outs when you're removing film 1, leave it there, it's easier to remove that way - I learnt that the hard way.
Here's it now, the bubbles are pretty much gone and I haven't done anything specific to it. Perhaps playing some swiping games pushes the bubbles away :laugh:
https://youtu.be/ISTsEnkTVj0
Bump. Anyone find anything yet? Tried the highly recommended skinomi and that thing is crap. If you want to feel like you're touching an inner tube for a bike (minus the dirt) enjoy. But I can't stand that rubber feel. Ordered a different PET type from Amazon, hasn't come yet but hoping I'll have luck. Wet installations suck. And absolutely hate tempered glass. So, anyone have any PET type protectors to recommend that cover the whole screen?
Found one. Non-tempered glass, no orange peel feel, fits perfectly. 5$ on Amazon. Orzero LG V20 Screen Protector https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GO1YXFQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3r5XybWYKE83Q
Here's photos of it installed.
Try this one. Lifetime warranty.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06X94J77F/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Try this one. Lifetime warranty.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06X94J77F/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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This thread is for non-tempered glass tho. I am one of few that hate the idea of covering glass with.... glass. Kind of an oxymoron in my eyes. Lol
pre4speed said:
This thread is for non-tempered glass tho. I am one of few that hate the idea of covering glass with.... glass. Kind of an oxymoron in my eyes. Lol
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Sorry about that. I misread the title.
pre4speed said:
Found one. Non-tempered glass, no orange peel feel, fits perfectly. 5$ on Amazon. Orzero LG V20 Screen Protector https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GO1YXFQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3r5XybWYKE83Q
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Is it wet installation?
Also does come from side to side all the way? I just worry that might peel on the edges ones I put my case on.
netgar said:
Is it wet installation?
Also does come from side to side all the way? I just worry that might peel on the edges ones I put my case on.
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Nope, dry install. If centered correctly upon installation, it is complete full coverage. My tip is to get a deep steam in your bathroom, and make sure your hands are clean. I have no lifting from my case and I got a case that the phone slides into. It has been perfect since install. Only 1 comes in package, but lifetime warranty. I highly recommend it.
Had a hard time trying to get a precise fit around the camera, flash and the FPS at the same time.
I've made a quick album on Google Photos for your enjoyment. What do you think of the combo, Clearly White, matte black back and matte white glass in the Pixel 2?
https://photos.app.goo.gl/bMLhMOILNODt7YrD2
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I like that setup. it looks good. If I didn't want the magnet for the car mount so bad I'd probably do something similar but alas for the metal plate have to use the case.. lol
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Had a hard time trying to get a precise fit around the camera, flash and the FPS at the same time.
I've made a quick album on Google Photos for your enjoyment. What do you think of the combo, Clearly White, matte black back and matte white glass in the Pixel 2?
https://photos.app.goo.gl/bMLhMOILNODt7YrD2
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Which brand is that? Looking good ??
razrlover said:
Which brand is that? Looking good ??
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Its in the thread title: Just finished installing a Dbrand Reverse Panda skin on my Clearly White
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Its in the thread title: Just finished installing a Dbrand Reverse Panda skin on my Clearly White
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Oops my bad. Haha
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It's beautiful.
I've ordered the "Dragon" skin, because I only care about grip, if that skin is grippy enough, I'll stop using the Ringke Fusion case. Phone size is beautiful without cases, but so damn slippery to use.
Looks great! I have the opposite (black phone, white body sticker, black glass sticker).
Did you find it difficult to get the skin to adhere to the glass? I bought a single piece dbrand and could not get it to stay on the glass portion... wondering if I had a bad skin, oily glass, or something else...
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Looks great! I have the opposite (black phone, white body sticker, black glass sticker).
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Can you post pics please?
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Can you post pics please?
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Sure. Here: https://imgur.com/a/3V1g5
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Sure. Here: https://imgur.com/a/3V1g5
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It's beautiful.
How is the grip compared to naked?
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Dope for sure
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How is the grip compared to naked?
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The matte white skin from dbrand is a touch glossy. Not as matte as the black one.
So it's actually more slippery than a naked Just Black.
I would say the matte black skin provides better grip than the white one.
I installed a Dragon Skin. So far looks good and grip is better than naked. Let's see if I'm feeling confident with it...if not I'll put back the horrible case!