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[Q] Zagg Skinomi or Body Glove (EZ ARMOR)?

So I got the G2 last Thursday and I'm very happy with this phone. I have the T-mobile clear kickstand case but I got to say... the case is a ***** to take off. I like clear too because its the closest thing to showing off the phone's sexiness lol. So back to the case... I don't like taking it off every time dust/dirt/lint/etc. gets between the case and the phone.
The alternative? Well thats simple. Getting a full body skin protector for the G2 is the perfect answer. My question is though, is what brand?
Theres:
Zagg
Skinomi
and the Body Glove (EZ ARMOR)
I don't know which brand to order from. I hear Zagg's screen part is over-sized my i dont know, 1, 2, 3 centimeter? Have not seen any reviews of them and neither goes to body glove.
Any suggestion to another brand? or advice/thoughts...?

i literally posted this in a thread about a minute ago, so just going to copy and paste
ok so i've had the skinomi full body on my phone for about two weeks now. and most of the edges on the back have started to peel, and some on the protector near the track pad. i will probably end up ripping off the back protector. the screen protector has some dents in the protector, but they have been there since i put it on. and they are starting to annoy me. so the whole thing might end up coming off.
but as far as the feel of the screen protector, it feels very good, like glass.
i've also owned bodyguardz, very good, but like zagg, thick and the responsiveness of the screen seems to go down. after having zagg on my iphone 4, i will never buy zagg again, i just think its a crap product, but thats my opinion

eatjello said:
i literally posted this in a thread about a minute ago, so just going to copy and paste
ok so i've had the skinomi full body on my phone for about two weeks now. and most of the edges on the back have started to peel, and some on the protector near the track pad. i will probably end up ripping off the back protector. the screen protector has some dents in the protector, but they have been there since i put it on. and they are starting to annoy me. so the whole thing might end up coming off.
but as far as the feel of the screen protector, it feels very good, like glass.
i've also owned bodyguardz, very good, but like zagg, thick and the responsiveness of the screen seems to go down. after having zagg on my iphone 4, i will never buy zagg again, i just think its a crap product, but thats my opinion
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Okay well I really have no problems with zagg products. I have like 2 extra max protection sets, bought them during the cyber monday deal for 50% off.
And regarding the screen size of the zagg shield, they have been perfect so far, so I have no complains. The good thing about the zagg shields is that they don't scratch like some of the other options might.
I would seriously recommend the zagg's as they are top notch, and LOL I haven't noticed any issues with screen responsiveness and it's a great way to keep that stock G2 look while having your phone completely protected

Just put on my zagg tonight and i can honestly say its perfect. i have used nothing but zagg for all of my phones and it never had any problems. I all fairness though, there are certain edges that will start to show wear eventually. i just cut off that part or re-glue the edge once more. Its great and fits perfect. 5 out of 5

Will the ZAGG full-body screen protectors go over a SkinIt skin well? I want the extra protections but still want my TRON themed G2 lol.

Best screen film?

Are there any recommendation on the best film I can buy? I can't stand the smudges anymore!
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Steinheil SGP protectors are by far the best screens out!
There is the Ultra Clear which is crystal clear, but tend to be just as or more fingerprint magnets then the glass by itself.
They also make the SGP Anti-Fingerprint Matte screens, which make the screen matte, and there for, finger prints don't show up on them. The downfall to the Anti-Fingerprint reduces the screen clarity by a small amount.
I ordered the Anti Fingerprint, and I honestly love it. The package comes with 2 screens, and I was able to get the 1st one done perfectly. The matte screen is a nice texture, similar to a resisitive touchscreen. It makes a slight sliding sound when swiping or using Swype but I have grown to like the sound a bit. About screen clarity, YES I can tell there is a bit more of a haze on the screen, specially when on bright white background. But I don't notice it when the screens on, and the anti fingerprint is MORE than enough reason to keep the screen protector on. As far as anti-fingerprint goes, fingerprints are a thing of the past!
from a epic Galaxy far, far away.

I use zagg invisible shields. They are working out pretty great, easy to clean also.

I'm rocking the Realook.
Pros:
Clarity
Smoothness (I can't stand the 'tacky' feel)
Exact Fit
2 in the kit
Durable so far
Reasonable price
Cons:
Fingerprints can show while screen off
Reduced sensitivity of capacitive buttons (any full-screen will have this)

Im using the Bodyguardz. Super clear and you get enough for 2 applications for the same price of 1 zagg set. They are the best I have ever used.
Also these dont reduce the sensitivity at all from what I have seen on the buttons. The buttons stink to begin with so that might be why. lol.

Are bodyguardz more rigid? Sometime i think i put too much water when applying my zagg and there are slight waves and i can make little ridges by running my nail against the shield.

Another Vote for Steinheil SGP protectors, I opted for the crystal clear version, first application was a breeze, can hardly tell the protector is even on the screen.. it is a fingerprint magnet but I really wanted it to protect against key scratches and such. so far I wouldn't use another.

stealth gaurds are what i like and the price is right. under 3$

Bodyguardz isn't too bad on the orange peel, but its still pretty soft.
Using the realook, its hard plastic and smooth, zero orange peel.
Heard good things about the SGP too, may try that next once this one gets worn out.

I have tried sedio, invisiable shield, body guardz, and I have to say the best hands down is realook. I can't even tell its there and feals just like the glass. Trust me best one.
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What's wrong with no skin? Never scratched the hero and dropped it a bit...
I liked the zagg on my blackberries but it didn't help the touchscreen and eventually became a bother....

I'm using the Skinomi full body screen for my Epic, some people have had problems putting it on but I didn't have any issues. I like it a lot, and it comes with a life time warranty. I put a scratch on mine and sent in the mail form to get a new one, they sent it out, they charge for postage and you have to send the old film back but it still works out pretty well.

I have a zagg, it doesn't ever get that dirty look, doesn't peel around the edges, it has very clean look and feel, sensetivity is outstanding, no glues and chemical residues, and the special little bottle full of "special solution" used for applying the screen protecter... Water
Don't forget the Lifetime Warrenty for those that are going to use their Epic for the rest their life.
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Skinomi pwns
sent from my epic 4g with no 4g

I wonder if there is a gell that we can put on our screens that would be to either repair light scratches or can protect it from scratches

Phantom Skinz all the way. Goes on smooth and feels smooth. Very little orange peel effect.

I just got the Steinheil anti fingerprint screen (it was like $8 for two on amazon), it was extremely easy to install and fits the screen perfectly. I didn't get it so much for protection, but more for the anti smudge and I have to say it works great for that purpose. It does have a noticeable matte look on our gorgeous screens, but I decided to take the tradeoff of the no prints. It also feels very different, it doesn't feel glass like or even plastic film like and you can hear you're finger swiping on it, again no big deal though. There is no decrease in sensitivity as well.
For protection purposes, I had skinomi on my hero, and once installed right (moderate difficulty) that worked out well for the duration that I used my phone.

What's the difference between the SPG "Anti-figerprint" and the "Ultra oleophobic?" Is it just the matte texture on the former? I'm debating between the two. I like the feeling of the matte but does it compromise the quality of the screen to an unpleasant effect?
Edit: Nvm, I watched a youtube video of the difference between the Anti-Fingerprint matte screen protector and the Ultra oleophobic clear screen protector. On the SGP website, it appears that they don't have an Ultra Oleophobic screen protector for the Epic quite yet.

The other day a phone droid x a guy had, had a screen protector that kinda felt like paper. But there was hardly any figer marks. Does anyone know which one im talking about. I know it was on a droid x but i would like one like it for my epic.

SGP Ultras - Mui Nice!
The SGP ultra is as clear as glass feels just like the original screen. Goes on easy without water and each pack you order, has two screen protectors in it. The only drawback, the screen themselves scratch. I haven't tried the low fingerprint (matte model) I read that it makes the blacks less deep. If you go with the SGP Ultras dont order them from the amazon vendor TechNGnet. I ordered a set for my epic and set for my wifes Evo. Hers arrived defective and it took an entire month for a replacement to show up! The guy didn't let us know that he was out of stock or communicated with us at all.

Exspect Desire HD silicone case review

I bought myself the Exspect Desire HD case, installed the screen protector and took some pictures. Here is a little "review" of the case.
First of all, the screen protector. I have to say, this is one of the best screen protectors I have tested, and I have had a few for different devices. Like most screen protectors, it is very clear, you do not even notice that it is there. It is easy to apply, and if something goes wrong (like I had some dust under it), you can just peel it off and try again. The best thing about it is that it is not sticky. For example ZAGG screen protectors feel sticky, and you cannot slide your finger that easily on them. This screen protector actually makes the screen more slippery!
Then to the case. The first thing I noticed is that it has quite bad design for the camera. Normally in DHD the camera protrudes quite a bit, but this one makes it even worse. The silicone has a cheapo -looking texture, and the protruding bit is very flimsy. I actually cut it down with scissors, and finished the cutting with some sand paper.
The case itself is not bad, it fits around the DHD very well. It does not make the device bulkier, so it is ideal for users who want to keep their phone slim. The rubbery silicone gathers quite much dust, and it is not very easy to clean. It is sticky, which makes the phone harder to pull out of a pocket. I think that this applies to most cases, so it is not really Exspect specific problem. The quality of the silicone is very good.
All in all I like the case, and I will start using it daily instead of my PO 520 leather case (at least for a while). I also bought the Otterbox case, and if this review gets feedback, I will probably post another review about it when I get it.

Cheers for this.
I'm certainly interested in the Otterbox review if you do it.
That Exspect does have a lot of dust yeah. That would put me off I think, but I'd like to see one anyway.

jkoljo said:
Then to the case. The first thing I noticed is that it has quite bad design for the camera. Normally in DHD the camera protrudes quite a bit, but this one makes it even worse. The silicone has a cheapo -looking texture, and the protruding bit is very flimsy. I actually cut it down with scissors, and finished the cutting with some sand paper.
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i agree with everything apart from this section:
- i like how it extends further than the lens, when i put it on a desk, i protects the lens
- the silicone is actually very high quality and i think it is very good, obviously you;ve never gotten a cheap unbranded silicone case from ebay

Yeah, and I have to say, my standards tend to be quite high
The silicone itself is very nice, but the block texture puts me off.

Would be interesting to see how well the screen protector performs. I managed to get a couple of different makes for a couple of iPhone users - noticed they showed finger prints quite badly

The screen protector does show finger prints, but I would take the additional slipperyness over naked screen any day.

jkoljo said:
The screen protector does show finger prints, but I would take the additional slipperyness over naked screen any day.
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I have the expect housing. It does collect dust nothing to worry about really. The case for the price is excellent.
Personally I don't like using screen protectors. I think they show up all sorts of scratches and marks. I've not used one since release day and there's not a mark in my screen. I had my Hero for 15 months with no screen protector and not a mark on it when I sold it.
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Thanks for the review. I have one on order, it should be here this week. I am currently using case mate silicon case which looks exactly the same as the exspect without the textured design. I ordered yhe exspect because it looks like its going to protect the camera because of the protruding surround which you didnt like. Well see how I get on when it arrives. Im also interested with otterbox but it looks bulky.

Hi, I also own one of these cases and i'm very happy with it. The screen protector is excellent, it picks up prints same as any other SP, but it's the best one i've had in terms of screen response and usability.
All in all, it's one of the better phone cases i've ever used and the screen protector that comes with it is excellent. Would recommend.

I got mine today and I am very disappointed with this case. It seems like the manufacturers focused on presentation and packaging but the actual product is crap. First its a bit loose, second the front of the case, the bit that goes around the screen does not grip properly because it barely goes around the screen not like the casemate silicon case. The only thing I like is the camera surround protetcs the camera well. I cant comment on the screen protector as I havent used it yet. Don't buy this product.
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Also forgot to say the buttons are not aligned properly and are difficult to press.
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I find this case easy to slip in and out of my pocket compared to the casemate safe skin:
http://www.carphonewarehouse.com/ph...essories/buy/CASEMATE-DESIRE-HD-SAFE-SKIN-BLA

Mine fits well, but it is not exactly tight. The buttons in my case are properly aligned, and it is easy to operate the phone. I think that the case comes off the phone a bit too easily, though.

Best Screen protectors on Amazon?

About to order some stuff on there and figured that I might as well get some due to the fact that I don't like the previous ones I bought.
Which ones have you gotten off Amazon and have liked?

i think the best one on there now is the reelook one for the sensation

EZGuard
I bought this screen protectors:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0054LJD9O
I really like it and it was really easy to install (using the water method), but one little comment/warning. These screen protectors are not sold by EZGuard, I think that the seller bought some large EZGuard protectors (maybe the ones for the iPad) and cut them themselves. I think that the size is perfect, as it covers the WHOLE screen, yes, the WHOLE screen, including the concave edges. They are completely clear, but I know some people feel that they are a little rough to the touch, but if you ask me, that's what I actually like about them, because they feel thick. I don't think that you lose sensitivity at all.
I hope this helps.

The absolute best (read: super high quality) is by SGP.
http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Sensation..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1311699400&sr=1-1
I use the same for my Xoom, my two G2, an my Sensation. I swear by this product, though probably one of the most expensive, due to its nice compromise between clarity and anti-glare.
Usually gloss means, nice to the touch, messy with fingerprints, the best to look at (when clean), but a pain in the neck with the glare. Matte finish means, no messy fingerprints, excellent against glare, not as responsive to touch, and not pleasant to look at.
SGP has Ultra Matte and Ultra Crystal, I believe, and though both finishes would mean what I mentioned above for any other brands, SGP actually minimizes on the cons and maximizes on the pros for each. The matte finish I have on my Sensation isn't what you expect from other brands' matte finish and the same for the gloss finish on my Xoom and G2's.

mutiny said:
The absolute best (read: super high quality) is by SGP.
http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Sensation..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1311699400&sr=1-1
I use the same for my Xoom, my two G2, an my Sensation. I swear by this product, though probably one of the most expensive, due to its nice compromise between clarity and anti-glare.
Usually gloss means, nice to the touch, messy with fingerprints, the best to look at (when clean), but a pain in the neck with the glare. Matte finish means, no messy fingerprints, excellent against glare, not as responsive to touch, and not pleasant to look at.
SGP has Ultra Matte and Ultra Crystal, I believe, and though both finishes would mean what I mentioned above for any other brands, SGP actually minimizes on the cons and maximizes on the pros for each. The matte finish I have on my Sensation isn't what you expect from other brands' matte finish and the same for the gloss finish on my Xoom and G2's.
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except that for the Sensation, SGP did not come out with a "real" steinheil screen protector. The SGP screen protector sensation is only one of those wet-applied films because of the curves of the screen. But for matte surface of the phone's body, SGP is truly great
for the screen, I think it's best to get the realook one from amazon

c19932 said:
for the screen, I think it's best to get the realook one from amazon
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Are you saying that from experience with the Realook on the Sensation? I have it on my Vibrant, but am curious if it's the same.
Also, there are 2 versions for the Sensation, clear and anti-glare. Have you tried either or both?
Edit: One reason I'm so interested is I actually had a spare Vibrant Realook SP. I cut it to fit the Sensation screen, but it's so stiff there was a bubble all around the outside edge. Along the bottom there was a decent gap between the edge of the protector and the noticeable curve of the glass, but still it wouldn't lie flat. So, I can only conclude they must have changed the material for the Sensation version to make it much more flexible. Going just on reputation or experience with other phones doesn't seem sufficient in this case.

mutiny said:
The absolute best (read: super high quality) is by SGP.
http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Sensation..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1311699400&sr=1-1
I use the same for my Xoom, my two G2, an my Sensation. I swear by this product, though probably one of the most expensive, due to its nice compromise between clarity and anti-glare.
Usually gloss means, nice to the touch, messy with fingerprints, the best to look at (when clean), but a pain in the neck with the glare. Matte finish means, no messy fingerprints, excellent against glare, not as responsive to touch, and not pleasant to look at.
SGP has Ultra Matte and Ultra Crystal, I believe, and though both finishes would mean what I mentioned above for any other brands, SGP actually minimizes on the cons and maximizes on the pros for each. The matte finish I have on my Sensation isn't what you expect from other brands' matte finish and the same for the gloss finish on my Xoom and G2's.
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Did you get the ultra matte SGP full body protection or just the front SP? I am interested in getting just the SP in ultra matte but on SGP site they only sell it along with the body protection.

Angelmsx said:
Did you get the ultra matte SGP full body protection or just the front SP? I am interested in getting just the SP in ultra matte but on SGP site they only sell it along with the body protection.
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Correct. The matte is only for the one with the full body.

i'm not sure if the person above is correct.....the screen protector that comes with the body protection package is clear, not matte. only the body pieces are matte
Angelmsx said:
Did you get the ultra matte SGP full body protection or just the front SP? I am interested in getting just the SP in ultra matte but on SGP site they only sell it along with the body protection.
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regardless which package you buy (full body or just screen), the screen protector is NOT matte. It's just a clear piece of plastic.

[Q] Anti-glare screen protectors?

I wanted a cheap 3-pack of anti-glare protectors for my TouchPad, but haven't had much luck on eBay.
I purchased some regular screen protectors, and besides the glare driving me nuts, they aren't even cut right! They are way too big for the TouchPad. The corners hang over the glass and ridge of the bezel, which prevents them from lying flat on the screen (which means perma-bubbles).
Does anyone have an eBay link for a multi-pack (2 or 3 at least, just in case I screw up) of anti-glare protectors that they have used that are actually cut small enough to fit the TouchPad?
I prefer the eBay prices ($2 per protector) over something like Best Buy prices ($20-$40 per protector).

My biggest worry is about finding cheap, anti-glare protectors that feel the same as, say, the clarivue brand. The goal for me is to make the touch surface have a clarivue anti-glare feel. Sort of a cost hassle to keep trying cheaper protectors that might not feel or work the same.

I had good luck with these and would buy again: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EC2FOI
You have to be careful installing them tho. I had problems with the first one, so installed the second one and it turned out very nice.
My wife's TP came with Zagg, which I hate so I suspect the 3rd one will go on there eventually and will be done in the bathroom with the shower running with hot water to increase the humidity. Static, dust and dirty hands are why most of these fail the first time.

Colchiro said:
I had good luck with these and would buy again: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EC2FOI
You have to be careful installing them tho. I had problems with the first one, so installed the second one and it turned out very nice.
My wife's TP came with Zagg, which I hate so I suspect the 3rd one will go on there eventually and will be done in the bathroom with the shower running with hot water to increase the humidity. Static, dust and dirty hands are why most of these fail the first time.
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How big are the protectors?
In my opinion, the optimal covering would actually leave some glass exposed by the button and the outside parameter of the glass (the primary purpose of a protector is to keep the part of the screen you actually stare into 99% of the time scratch free, the center).
This helps prevent bubbling at edges, and also gives a tiny bit of wiggle room in case it's not perfectly centered.
"Bad" protectors try to cover the glass 100%, which gives no wiggle room and increases the chance of the protector not lying flat or easily bubbling up.

H & W is about 1/16 smaller than the glass.

BitingChaos said:
I wanted a cheap 3-pack of anti-glare protectors for my TouchPad, but haven't had much luck on eBay.
I purchased some regular screen protectors, and besides the glare driving me nuts, they aren't even cut right! They are way too big for the TouchPad. The corners hang over the glass and ridge of the bezel, which prevents them from lying flat on the screen (which means perma-bubbles).
Does anyone have an eBay link for a multi-pack (2 or 3 at least, just in case I screw up) of anti-glare protectors that they have used that are actually cut small enough to fit the TouchPad?
I prefer the eBay prices ($2 per protector) over something like Best Buy prices ($20-$40 per protector).
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Have a look there: http://electroniccrap.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=54_60&products_id=74

Any of these "lower priced" options plus shipping ends up costing in the upper teens. Might as well just spend a few dollars more at that point for the brand with the guaranteed construction and feel.

Axecaster said:
Any of these "lower priced" options plus shipping ends up costing in the upper teens. Might as well just spend a few dollars more at that point for the brand with the guaranteed construction and feel.
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This is absolutely not true. The "lower priced" options will always be the better deal.
I paid "top dollar" for brand-name protector in the past. Over $20 for just one protector. I will never do that again. They had the same supplier that provided the $1 protectors on eBay.
I have an iPhone 3GS, two iPad 2s, and a Nook Color. All of them are equipped with the absolute cheapest screen protectors I could find (less than $1 each), and they all work great. Anti-glare, smooth to the touch, and high-quality material that applied without any dust or bubbles under them.
Monoprice sells screen protectors for around $0.80. You spend less than $6 for three protectors shipped, and they are all of VERY high quality. The ones at the store with the big name-brand logo on them are of the same construction, no better, but will cost you way more, and you get just one in a package. You're paying for the brand name.

I disagree. My wife's NC has a nice matte finish and mine showed fingerprints so not all the same.

It's sometimes tricky to determine the supplier and the sameness of different protectors. Who's clarivue's supplier?
I've applied 3 or 4 different anti-glare protectors to different devices. I only use these to reduce finger prints and change the feel of the screen.
While all the types or brands I tried seemed to apply and work decently, there were obvious variances in material, fit and feel.
So, I'm not exactly arguing good deal or bad deal here. It's how many times can I guess right or wrong when reviews and descriptions don't say much on comparable construction/feel to other similar products?

Matte Screen Protectors
Hey guys can anyone here recommend a good matte screen protector for the touchpad? I got myself a zagg but find its not that smooth as my matte protector on my phone.

ran495 said:
Hey guys can anyone here recommend a good matte screen protector for the touchpad? I got myself a zagg but find its not that smooth as my matte protector on my phone.
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These are pretty nice.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IUQWTU/

Any recommendations for us guys from the UK please.

redhooka said:
These are pretty nice.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IUQWTU/
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I have these in matte, and they work very well. They still pick up some fingerprints, but it's not nearly as bad as normal glass. I can post a picture if anyone's curious.

I picked up a cheap anti-glare one on Amazon when I purchased the tablet. It barely removes glare and still gets tons of fingerprints. It did get a nice scratch in it though, so at least it protects the screen

I bought them from handhelditems.com they are anti glare 3 set for under 10 bucks shipped. Fits perfect

ebay uk
Item number: 320773294671
I bought the same as that for £3.99 and its pretty good. Glare is noticeably lower, however need to bump the brightness up. Also haven't cleaned the screen at all last few times I have used it so finger prints are less obvious.

Colchiro said:
I disagree. My wife's NC has a nice matte finish and mine showed fingerprints so not all the same.
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What screen protector is on the NC? I keep getting the ghost touches on mine. I was just looking at a cheap one at http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10843&cs_id=1084307&p_id=8398&seq=1&format=2