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Okay guys first of all i know all the benefits to a screen protector, but on my old iPhone that didnt have a screen protector and the screen was fine, no scratches etc etc.... I was wondering do we really, really need a protector on the diamond? As im sure that without it it would be much smoother to use?
I applied my screen protector as soon as I unboxed my phone however was wondering of the opinions of people that a) didnt and b) took their protectors off and used the device.
Does the screen 'feel' any different without it?
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Screen protectors are advised, 'cause you reduce the risk of damage to the screen itself (which will be expensive to replace). It will dull the sensitivity slightly (although less than on the iPhone screens as they use different technology.)
HI
the diamond really need a screen protector
the glass is very fragile!
personnaly i ve made a little scratch
when i remove my old screen protector
with a knife!!!
the iphone as a really good screen
very hard to scratch....
anyone know whats the difference in screen tech between the iPhone and the Diamond?
irdawood said:
anyone know whats the difference in screen tech between the iPhone and the Diamond?
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Diamond has resistive touch screen, iPhone has capacitive.
That means the iPhone can have a solid (glass) front to the screen.
xboxmod said:
HI
the diamond really need a screen protector
the glass is very fragile!
personnaly i ve made a little scratch
when i remove my old screen protector
with a knife!!!
the iphone as a really good screen
very hard to scratch....
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Use the sticky side of a piece of tape to remove the old screenprotector.
That's the way the pro's are doing it. Use the same sticky tape to pick up small residue on screen before applying the new one.
I have PDA's more 10 years not the first but i still keep my old casio e-105 and since that a lot of them ...
For me it was all a big worry the screen scratches and so every pda had screen protector kit and i tried allot of them different brands different textures, glued , fitted etc...
Right now i look back on my desk and see a bunch of PDA all of them with beautiful screens none with scratches.. BUT.... BUT... I'm more happy to have 9 year old pda without scratches ??? don't think so....
I don't think i will be worst if one them had a screen scratch vs the issues a screen protector have, less sensitive worst view of screen etc...
In diamond is even worst because the screen don't have borders to fit the protection, so will add one more layer on top.......
Even if i have mixed feelings about it i will keep my diamond without screen protector...
maybe next year when i buy the new "whatsoever model" and put this on the shelf i will say damn scratch on the screen but so what.... its on shelf and the time i had keep it, i use that screen at full no lame plastics on top...
just a thought....
But the iPhones isn´t usable with a stylus only with fingers due to the influence in the static field of the capacitive touchscreen.
Well actually the Diamond got TWO touchscreens, it also have a capacitive touchscreen under the normal screen and under the touchpad (buttons) beside the resistive touchscreen on the surface of the screen. (sushilange fond that).
it is a must
you are mad if you don't
fcaeiro said:
I have PDA's more 10 years not the first but i still keep my old casio e-105 and since that a lot of them ...
For me it was all a big worry the screen scratches and so every pda had screen protector kit and i tried allot of them different brands different textures, glued , fitted etc...
Right now i look back on my desk and see a bunch of PDA all of them with beautiful screens none with scratches.. BUT.... BUT... I'm more happy to have 9 year old pda without scratches ??? don't think so....
I don't think i will be worst if one them had a screen scratch vs the issues a screen protector have, less sensitive worst view of screen etc...
In diamond is even worst because the screen don't have borders to fit the protection, so will add one more layer on top.......
Even if i have mixed feelings about it i will keep my diamond without screen protector...
maybe next year when i buy the new "whatsoever model" and put this on the shelf i will say damn scratch on the screen but so what.... its on shelf and the time i had keep it, i use that screen at full no lame plastics on top...
just a thought....
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But still love the Love and passion you speak of.
Something that looks this nice Should look as nice ass possible.
Maybe some company is smart enough to make a full body screen protector. (maybe it allready exist heavn't looked)
I have double feelings about this.
My Touch Screen wothout protections is starting to lose the top layer on the right side of screen (i never really got the hang of using that unnatural touch scrolling and kept using the scrollbar)
Try to teach an old dog new tricks
It's expensive, but this seems to be a good full-protection:
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield...es-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
We will see this shamefull Spam through the fingers this time
The video sells let's be honoust.
But a video of how to strap on these Protective Phone Kevlar Condom Vests would be usefull.
If anyone get's he's her hands one one of these i'd be interested on how it looks and let's itself be applied. It is pricey but for the Price i'll be paying for the Pro it might be a very good investment.
im going to give that invisible shield a try. sounds cool and i like my devices like from box :>
Ok, i've had a problem with it, first i removed the protector that was as large as the device and made the screen very ugly, then i got the one from the box and putted it on, every air-bulb was gone when i kept rubbing etc.
1 stayed, under that bulb there was something white, i found out it was a 'piece' of dust.
It was kind of annoying so i removed the screen-protector, now when im trying to put it on i get lots of 'dust-bubbles',
Anyone has an idea of how to do it or should i just leave my diamond without the screen protector?
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Personally i prefer to have a screenprotecter on my device. I can recommend invisible shield. its very durable and will not be scratched. check it out on www.zagg.com
If you remove the protector, then there will alway be dust next time, because the dust get stuck to the protector glue. (I have also remove mine several times)
I have tried zagg, but I can't recommend it. It is a little sticky (which they also says on their homepage) and I don't like that. The floating feeling is gone. It is also not that invisible.
I have selected to buy a new original protector, and will use that.
The trick to get it on without bobbles is to start on the long edge and then slowly add it. (Keep the 'paper' on as long a possible).
(Michael
willyy1991 said:
Ok, i've had a problem with it, first i removed the protector that was as large as the device and made the screen very ugly, then i got the one from the box and putted it on, every air-bulb was gone when i kept rubbing etc.
1 stayed, under that bulb there was something white, i found out it was a 'piece' of dust.
It was kind of annoying so i removed the screen-protector, now when im trying to put it on i get lots of 'dust-bubbles',
Anyone has an idea of how to do it or should i just leave my diamond without the screen protector?
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The original is washable. Wash it and dry it with a paper towel that sucks in the water bubbles, wipe dry and clean your screen and reapply it.
By the way, this goes to Accessories forum.
mhfalken said:
If you remove the protector, then there will alway be dust next time, because the dust get stuck to the protector glue. (I have also remove mine several times)
I have tried zagg, but I can't recommend it. It is a little sticky (which they also says on their homepage) and I don't like that. The floating feeling is gone. It is also not that invisible.
I have selected to buy a new original protector, and will use that.
The trick to get it on without bobbles is to start on the long edge and then slowly add it. (Keep the 'paper' on as long a possible).
(Michael
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Where can you buy a new one, i need it really fast because my phone is without protection right now and no i am affraid of pressing it to hard to leave a permanent mark..
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The original is washable. Wash it and dry it with a paper towel that sucks in the water bubbles, wipe dry and clean your screen and reapply it.
By the way, this goes to Accessories forum.
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I did this and the dust keeps coming at the protector and my phone and there will be bubles because the dust gives it a 'height-problem'..
I bought invisible shield for mine, its pretty nice after say 4 days from install.
For first 2 days it might seem really bad but it gets much better.
I somehow scratched it without even noticing it, so I sent picture to zagg and they sent me new one. Even though scratch was very minor.
mhf
hi. this my first post on this web site
excuse me for my bad english
i have a diamond and i remove orginal screen protecter because i write sms with letter recorgnizer and the area that i write words on the screen become white and scratch. i remove orginal and buy a new one that for iphone. i cut it for my phone size and apply it. its sooo much stiky and i have a problem like orginal one.i wnat to remove it and when i do it a tiny layer of glue stand on my diamond screen. i can't clean it. and it give a bad scene to my diamond.
what's your idea. i give u a pichture from my diamond screen.
Perhaps you could use isopropyl alcohol, usually it will remove glue without damaging the plastics surface (in that case: your display). DON'T USE nail polish remover, acetone or even benzine, it will remove the glue too - but your display would look "milky". You can get isopropyl alcohol at the pharmacy.
Tell us if that helped you
mhf said:
hi. this my first post on this web site
excuse me for my bad english
i have a diamond and i remove orginal screen protecter because i write sms with letter recorgnizer and the area that i write words on the screen become white and scratch. i remove orginal and buy a new one that for iphone. i cut it for my phone size and apply it. its sooo much stiky and i have a problem like orginal one.i wnat to remove it and when i do it a tiny layer of glue stand on my diamond screen. i can't clean it. and it give a bad scene to my diamond.
what's your idea. i give u a pichture from my diamond screen.
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You might be interested in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=421229
I didn't get a screen protector with mine... I mean, I had a shipment protector with a little tab for peeling off, but nothing came with it for long term use. It's a Sprint, did they just not include one?
the exim screen protector is very good and smooth
I always use the Brando screenprotectors. See their online shop. They ship worldwide for only $ 3,00 shippingcosts.
It is very easy to install, easy to clean, 100% garanteed scratch free and very durable.
iixnullxii said:
I didn't get a screen protector with mine... I mean, I had a shipment protector with a little tab for peeling off, but nothing came with it for long term use. It's a Sprint, did they just not include one?
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I've got a Sprint Diamond too, and didn't think I got a protector either, but it was in the separate bag that has the manuals. It should have come with one...Wish it woulda come with an extra one too, oh well.
I had the same problem with misalignment and dust bubbles with the HTC protector on my first few tries...i did however fix the problem...
Take the protector off and clean off the phone...use a microfiber cloth to get all the dust and oil off...after its super clean...take the protector and wash it off with some mild soap...rub the soap in with your fingers and get it clean. Be sure to note which side is down. After its clean, hold it around the edges and let the water bead off...i blew on the protector to get residual water off...some water is ok...actually helps with the install...the basically carefully apply it still holding the sides making sure not to leave finger prints. Start from the top and work your way down... i used a credit card pushed against the microfiber cloth to squeegie the protector down...be carefull with the few drops of water. After you have it down...there might be little bubbles or what looks like water spots where water is trapped under the screen...dont worry...just use your phone and leave it alone. Once it heats up from the excessive phone use it will start to dry up and the protector will come out very nice and smooth. Mine is flawless and i did the wash with soap apply and remove at least 3 or 4 times to get it right...Just be patient
I use screen protector from martinfields, what do you say about, anyone have one??
I think the best in market
My HTC one got a nasty scratch in it last week, so I ordered a Martin Fields.
It arrived this morning and I've got it on without any problems. So far I've noticed:
- It's not a perfect fit like the HTC one was. The hole for the speaker at the top is larger than the hole in the phone. It's not bad though.
- The visibility of the screen does seem better than the HTC protector, but I don't know if it's just the placebo effect of having a more expensive protector.
- It was _easy_ to put on, no bubbles at all
- The protector for the bottom buttons is awful. The circle is just the right size to completely hinder using the touch wheel and it's obvious that you've got a piece of plastic on there.
- It seems smoother than the original HTC one when using the stylus.
So far I'm impressed with it. I didn't bother with the camera hole or bottom hard buttons. The in box HTC one was fine for me, but when I got a scratch on it (my stylus somehow developed a sharp edge), it annoyed me.
I'm using the one supplied as standard with a uk CompactIV and it's great- you can hardly tell it's thereand the sensitivity seems fine.
I have 24 diamond screen protectors. Because i bought 24 diamonds and sold them all without screen protectors so i am sorted untill i buy another phone.
After using the martin fields one for a couple of days, I think it's great.
The screen looks much brighter and clearer through it (I thought the HTC one was great, but I do notice the difference). Plus the smoothness is brilliant, theres pretty much no friction for the stylus or fingers
where can i purchase the htc screen protector? the original that comes in the box...
Hi Guys
as per silkworms post I have seen this screeen available but i fears it going to be the same crappy plastic affair thats easily scratched that the phone is shipped with.
Does anyone know where I can get a tempered glass/hard as nails replacement please? It would be ideal if they can fit it as well. Or maybe you have experience with the screen linked above, is it any good?
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Hi Guys
as per silkworms post I have seen this screeen available but i fears it going to be the same crappy plastic affair thats easily scratched that the phone is shipped with.
Does anyone know where I can get a tempered glass/hard as nails replacement please? It would be ideal if they can fit it as well. Or maybe you have experience with the screen linked above, is it any good?
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hmmm, a hard screen would prohibit you from applying pressure to the digitiser yes!
so that no touch screen can work for you.
Iphone has tempered glass but uses capacative screen, so need need for pressure to be applied through the glass i think.
But the diamond is resistive screen and required physically to push on the digitiser (screen under the top screen) to detect input
aww crap..... problem is this screen is soooo soft, its getting scratched so easily and I didn't want another layer of plastic protector on the top.
This to me is the one major problem with this phone that I cannot seem to find a suitable answer for.
Thanks for your reply and what you say makes sense....
maybe a screen protector?
is not as good and makes the phone not look as nice but stops scratches ok.
or maybe sell your house and car so you have no keys in your pockets
I make sure I don't have keys or money in the same pocket. I think this gets scratched when I put it on my desk - which it should be able to handle!
Diamond screen
just keep mine in the leather pouch it came with never had a problem.
Phone: Orange HTC Touch Diamond
Rom: 1.93.405.1_WWE
Rom Date : 08/09/08.
Radio: 1.00.25.07
Protocol : 52.29.25.12H
Ext Rom : SwiftBL.Diamond V6.2
HSPL : 1.24
Monty Burns said:
I make sure I don't have keys or money in the same pocket. I think this gets scratched when I put it on my desk - which it should be able to handle!
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you put your diamond.....face down......on a desk.....! your nuts!
why? Its not bothered any other phone I've had ..... then again, I've never had such a soft, easily pushed in screen before either.
And yes I do, that's what the "turn it over to silence it" functions for.
I also was hesitant to put a screen protector on it. But I eventually did it (the one that came with the Diamond) - if you put it on neatly, it is virtually invisible, the screen is shiny, and I do not find any difference in sensitivity. Try it, if you do not like it you can always remove it. I am fine with this solution, and feel much easier about the danger of scratches. it not only protects the screen from scratches, but also from the danger of braking it by being hit, because the impact of an accidental hit on the screen gets physically distributed over a wider surface by the protector. Before applying it, I cleaned the screen with Displex display polish, so it would stick very evenly over the surface and the edges - which it did. I can only recommend it (before the first scratch appears....)
the screen of the diamond is supposed to be tempered glass!!
and on my diamond i can press the screen, but it does not feel soft at all.
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the screen of the diamond is supposed to be tempered glass!!
and on my diamond i can press the screen, but it does not feel soft at all.
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Really? Touch your mates I-Phone screen and then yours ......
get the pouch PO S390 from HTC, it is toooo cool
PS. I am using it
sandervanzijl said:
the screen of the diamond is supposed to be tempered glass!!
and on my diamond i can press the screen, but it does not feel soft at all.
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No it's not. Underneath the top layer (which is the soft plastic that can scratch) it is tempered glass. HTC made this decision to protect the diamond screen from cracking. When pressure is applied to the casing that would otherwise cause the diamond to break in a bad way.
Without a capacitive screen (such as the iphone) you could not have glass as the top layer or else it could not recognise the stylus or your fingers.
It's better this way, as it means you have the option of a stylus. The iphone could never use a stylus for this reason.
I picked up my tablet the other day to find a three centimetre gouge across the middle of the screen. I had left it in its protective case out of all harm's way and am mystified as to how so-called fortified glass can scratch. This afternoon I've found two more similar sized scratches. I'm absolutely livid that a brand new device can scratch so easily (it's as if my fingertips are causing it to scratch, it's simply incredible)
Can anyone explain how exactly glass can scratch like this with no contact other than a user's fingers? I feel like chucking it in the bin as at this rate I won't be able to see the screen in a week Is it possible that there are tiny, invisible grains of sand on the screen and rubbing these is causing the gouges?
To anyone else who's bought or is planning on buying an A510, do yourselves a favour and get a screen protector.
I'd recommend a screen protector on every device you use. Once bitten, twice shy :good:
Regardless of the marketing trash-talk, it is glass. Gorilla and other 'special' glasses do have a somewhat better resistance to scrapes and scratches than regular mineral glass but to be honest, Gorilla glass' best selling point is its lateral strength not its abrasion resistance, and even this isn't spectacular. In fact, most people tend to buy into the marketing and work Gorilla glass a little harder as they (rightly) expect more durability, then end up sorely disappointed.
I'd check the felt/lining of your protective case carefully for sand, tiny rocks, stray bits of plastic, wire poking through etc. Run over it completely with a piece of masking/packing tape on your fingers to remove strays. Then grab a screenie ASAP to prevent any more nasties
Sorry about your experience mate. I know it's heart-breaking.
welcome to the club. i too though they would be a bit more resistant to scratches, but i discovered a couple faint scratches too, then i promptly went looking for a screen protector.
murphys law though, a screen protector never gets scratched, and only annoys you.
Thanks for the warning OP. I was lucky that I didn't get to scratch my tab in my 2 weeks of "unprotected" use. Then again, I restrained myself from playing screen swiping games such as Angry Birds, Fruit Ninja, Shadowgun, or even Dead Trigger. I only contained my self in Asphalt 6 as it mainly uses accelerometer controls.
Still, sorry to hear about your screen, and I hope you get to find a screenguard ASAP.
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Thanks for the warning OP. I was lucky that I didn't get to scratch my tab in my 2 weeks of "unprotected" use. Then again, I restrained myself from playing screen swiping games such as Angry Birds, Fruit Ninja, Shadowgun, or even Dead Trigger. I only contained my self in Asphalt 6 as it mainly uses accelerometer controls.
Still, sorry to hear about your screen, and I hope you get to find a screenguard ASAP.
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I had an A500 for over a year. No screen protector and when I sold it the glass was pristine - no marks visible with magnification and good lighting. All it takes is a tiny piece of sand to cause a scratch.
I have a question for the guys who started using screen protectors? How is it visually? Does the screen look worse? Is the sensitivity impacted a lot? How does it feel to the swipes?
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I had an A500 for over a year. No screen protector and when I sold it the glass was pristine - no marks visible with magnification and good lighting. All it takes is a tiny piece of sand to cause a scratch.
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Me too. I'm the owner of an A701, I've had it for 6 months now. No scratch, I used no screen protector, but a case I did use. I guess it's down to luck sometimes. Now that you made me think of it, I'm getting a screen protector soon
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I have a question for the guys who started using screen protectors? How is it visually? Does the screen look worse? Is the sensitivity impacted a lot? How does it feel to the swipes?
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I have used a screen protector and a case since day one, so can't say if is is worse or not. I can tell you that the sensitivity is ok. I haited it at first because the a700 is less sensitive than the a500 I was use to but it seems to have gotten better with use.
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Hi,
Just got this phone and I can't be 100% if it has a screen protector fitted to it already or it is one of the normal in box protectors just a bit thicker.
I don't really like it to be honest - I normally don't use screen protectors so wonder if someone removed it from theirs and how it is.
Thanks
shaunydub said:
Hi,
Just got this phone and I can't be 100% if it has a screen protector fitted to it already or it is one of the normal in box protectors just a bit thicker.
I don't really like it to be honest - I normally don't use screen protectors so wonder if someone removed it from theirs and how it is.
Thanks
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It's a factory installed screen protector.. If I'm not mistaken, most honor phones come with one installed.. Like the 7x as well.. Up to you if you want to remove it..
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Cheers, that's what I suspected..
The screen feels too resistant and a bit like an old tactile touch screen instead of a smooth 2018 screen with it on.
. I'll try it for a few days before I decide to take it off or not.
shaunydub said:
Cheers, that's what I suspected..
The screen feels too resistant and a bit like an old tactile touch screen instead of a smooth 2018 screen with it on.
. I'll try it for a few days before I decide to take it off or not.
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If you're on the latest 130 firmware version, touch sensitivity has gone down from the factory 100 version. It might not be the SP fault for low sensitivity..
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shaunydub said:
Hi,
Just got this phone and I can't be 100% if it has a screen protector fitted to it already or it is one of the normal in box protectors just a bit thicker.
I don't really like it to be honest - I normally don't use screen protectors so wonder if someone removed it from theirs and how it is.
Thanks
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I have removed it. It feels poly film type and not confident that it will provide any protection. Instead I bought teslar 3D screen guard and it worked well
vku369 said:
I have removed it. It feels poly film type and not confident that it will provide any protection. Instead I bought teslar 3D screen guard and it worked well
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Please how's the screen like without the screen protector
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Please how's the screen like without the screen protector
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Without the poly film screen is better. In fact with poly film the touches were sometimes not working and was not that smooth. For better experience you should remove it and use the phone or use any screen protector. Honor can ship something better in future.
The back cover is fine though and looks good with phone
On my phone the screen protector is not applied properly. It is at a slight angle so there is a small gap on the top half between the protector and the edge of the screen. That makes a sliver of brighter screen; it looks a bit weird.
I've just noticed how dirty this screen protector gets. It seems to catch fingerprints into a dull grey film and it doesn't wipe easily. I will have to remove the thing.
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On my phone the screen protector is not applied properly. It is at a slight angle so there is a small gap on the top half between the protector and the edge of the screen. That makes a sliver of brighter screen; it looks a bit weird.
I've just noticed how dirty this screen protector gets. It seems to catch fingerprints into a dull grey film and it doesn't wipe easily. I will have to remove the thing.
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I removed mine and i tell u the screen is much better without it. The original screen does not keep finger prints, it gradually fades away.