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I've seen one or two screen protectors that are pictured to fit the N1, but before I go order one, I want to make sure I can't smudge and scratch it up.
I have for my MT3G the PowerSupportUSA.com screen protector for the G1, and it's served me well.
Is there anything similar or better planned soon for the Nexus?
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I've seen one or two screen protectors that are pictured to fit the N1, but before I go order one, I want to make sure I can't smudge and scratch it up.
I have for my MT3G the PowerSupportUSA.com screen protector for the G1, and it's served me well.
Is there anything similar or better planned soon for the Nexus?
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+1. I hate to post just to say +1 but I too am in need of a screen protector. If anyone has any info on any good ones, please post. As soon as a few debut I will try different ones and hopefully remember to post results here. Also, you might want to keep an eye on http://www.seidioonline.com/ as they are getting ready to sell some N1 products. They are usually overpriced but they spawn ideas so people can cheaply copy them.
Does it not come with a protector in the box? Like the G1?
No. I was disappointed it did not come with a screen protector. I ordered a kit from amazon "Skinomi TechSkin - Invisible Cell Phone Protector Shield Full Body Skin for Nexus One - Plus LIFETIME REPLACEMENTS"
Wireless Phone Accessory;
$18.95
Free shipping.
Zagg is taking preorders for the InvisibleShield -- ships approx 1/08:
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield...es-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
I've never had experience with the invisibleShield line. Does anyone have any comparisons to the non-smudge/non-glare ones from powersupportusa.com referenced in my op? In order of most to least necessary, I'd like to see these qualities
1. Smudge and fingerprint proof
2. Static cling rather than adhesive backed
3. Can take a bullet to protect the screen (at least be scratch resistant)
4. glare reduction
5. Looks good.
I've not yet been able to sell my MT3G, but when I do I'm very hopeful I can buy both the screen guards, case, and phone on the same day.
Does the phone at least have a protective film that you have to peal off before you make calls or something?
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Does the phone at least have a protective film that you have to peal off before you make calls or something?
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Not that you would be able to leave on.
Praxisi said:
I've never had experience with the invisibleShield line. Does anyone have any comparisons to the non-smudge/non-glare ones from powersupportusa.com referenced in my op? In order of most to least necessary, I'd like to see these qualities
1. Smudge and fingerprint proof
2. Static cling rather than adhesive backed
3. Can take a bullet to protect the screen (at least be scratch resistant)
4. glare reduction
5. Looks good.
I've not yet been able to sell my MT3G, but when I do I'm very hopeful I can buy both the screen guards, case, and phone on the same day.
Does the phone at least have a protective film that you have to peal off before you make calls or something?
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I've had both the Zagg (and InvisibleShield and ClearProtector and whatnot.. they're almost the same when used on the screen) and PowerSupport anti-glare ones. I'll rate it JUST FOR THE SCREEN:
1. Zagg is somewhat fingerprint proof on the screen (better than a bare screen), but too far off from the anti-glare protectors. No comparison here, anti-glare wins.
2. Zagg is adhesive based (you need to wet it with a solution to apply). Only regular screen protectors (including anti-glare ones) are static cling.
3. Ah ha, here is what the Zagg-type stuff wins. Just view the Zagg videos and you will see they are a lot stronger than a hard plastic film. Scratch-resistant-wise, I find they both do the job well enough.
4. Zagg is somewhat anti-glare, because the surface is not even. But the "bumps" are a lot bigger/coarser than anti-glare screen protectors (like PowerSupport). Zagg-type stuff is still shiny while anti-glare ones are matte. So the anti-glare property is a lot better on (gasp,) the anti-glare screen protectors.
5. Appearance wise, it depends on what you like. The anti-glare screen protectors dim/distort the screen a bit, while the Zagg-type stuff preserves the colors better. However, the Zagg stuff has an "orange-peel" look due to the bumps, while the anti-glare protectors look smooth.
Personally, I use Zagg-type skins for the body, and an anti-glare screen protector on the screen.
And I want to add that my Zagg-type skin is peeling off my Magic (since day 5 or so?!), while my anti-glare screen protector recently has a tiny dent. Both are not bullet-proof.
Anyone Looking for Nexus One Screen Protectors?
You can purchase one from
http://www.googlenexusoneaccessories.com/
or here
http://www.talkietech.com/goneoneac.html
I just received mine from Talkietech and i'm about to install the full body protector. I'll let you know how it goes.
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http://www.talkietech.com/goneoneac.html
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I found a 15% discount code that worked for my order: hfmembers
I ordered the clear silicone protector, a motorola rapid car charger, and the skinomi protector. I'll report back how everything goes.
I just pre-ordered the Zagg Screen protector only. I had one of the whole body clear skin things from Zagg for my G1... and I did not like how it made the phone look, and how it felt.
I do however, really like their screen protectors. You cannot mar them what-so-ever. The only thing I would stress is taking your time applying it to the screen. Make sure that sonovagun has a lot of the solution Zagg provides, and get all the air bubbles out.
I think a nice silicon case (hoping for a Blody Glove) for the Nexus will be a nice fit for this phone... the G1 as always cumbersome due to the sliding keyboard. Every case for it came in 3 parts.
I just got word from Martin Fields (overlayplus.com) that they have a Nexus One on order and expect to offer screen protectors in a week or so. They usually include a camera protector too.
How is the glass screen on a stock Nexus? Is it easily scratch-able? Is it even glass?
Wish it was Gorilla Glass, would solve a lot of problems
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How is the glass screen on a stock Nexus? Is it easily scratch-able? Is it even glass?
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Yes, it is glass. Does it matter how easy it is to scratch? It's possible to scratch it. If you put a protector on it, it's just a few bucks to replace if it gets messed up and it's peace of mind...
I ordered a screen protector from clearfreakmobile on ebay. It's an invisibleshield type (have to use water), but it looks fine. I never liked the full body kind as the little pieces keep coming off in my pockets. Should hopefully get it late next week.
i'll prolly check out martin fields when they start shipping them.
I still swear by naked cases they are awesome. Patiently waiting for a nexus one!
Nothing beats powersupport anti-glare. I custom cut these for my car navigation, digital camera, and all my phones. but nexus got a big ass screen and custom cutting wont work
I'm digging the Clear Protector (which, again, is the same as Zagg and Ghost Armor). It actually gets completely smooth over time and the orange peel effect becomes less noticeable. It also starts off with a little more friction on swipes than I like, but that is fixed over time as well.
Hello everyone. I know this has probably been a long debated thing. But I'm wondering what everyone here thinks.
Who all uses a Screen Protector like Zagg's Invisible Shield, BSE, BodyGuardz, or Clear Protector? I always have a HORRIBLE time installing them. Just tried again and it is not easy. I feel like I'd rather just go without. The screen looks and feels much better. I know the Droid has scratch resistant Gorilla Glass, but the N1 is something different. I've seen video's of it Not scratching at all during tests.. I'm worried that over time it will get little hairline scratches.
Thoughts?
Tried a few screen protectors. Hated them. I have some hairline scratches now which bothers me, BUT, the feel of the Nexus One is still irreplaceable in my personal opinion. For what it's worth, I am factoring in the low resale value of my N1 - as it is engraved with my name - and I feel that the potential value adjustment from the hairline scratches is marginal, as I really still love the look and feel of the fully exposed phone, and the hairline scratches are only visible in direct sunlight.
I hate the feel of screen protectors. but i also hate how the n1's glass feels in humid conditions (always, im from nyc) - youre finger simply doesnt slide. so i got dcmugens matte screen protector. It reduces the screen quality slighty, though everything is just as readable. but ur finger slides awesomely. also you get better visibilty in sunlight. and obviously the protection of a screen protector. i recommend.
i have a body guard. i bought it at the mall and they installed it for me. it felt like crap the first few days i played with it but now it's like i don't even know it's there.
I also use Body Guardz screen protector (just screen) I don't notice it and the surface isn't grippy like some screen protectors (invisible shield)
I can try scratching the protector and not leave marks, and its very clear.
Well I've had invisible shield and also Clear Protector.. Clear Protector are just like Zagg's but cheaper and have less orange peel look and slide better. they are on ebay..
I'm fine with using them, but the screen is amazing without one.
Who thinks the N1 is Safe to use without one?
Ive had 2 zagg protectors on mine. seems each time they install it, it end up sucking worse and worse each time, peeling, bubbles, etc etc. I like zagg because I dropped my mytouch and peeled the protector off and it was perfect. I decided to install my own zagg screen protector not going to lie the screen is awesome without it but I'd rather protect it after all the $$$$$ spent on it.
yea the job on my ipod touch, and my G1 was perfect, but I had the same Invisible shield stand by my house try twice on my N1 and it was a terrible job each time.
I have the official HTC Nexus One screen protector that is now carried in T-Mobile stores. With tax $16
using a $1 protector on my screen, saved it from 3 bad scratches so far
when it comes to screen protectors, the best ones come from china....and the cheaper the better. the ones sold here in the US are "rubbery" and your finger tends to "hang up" when sliding on the screen.
the china ones are also a cinch to put on.
example 3x-Screen-Guard-Protector-Film-Google-Nexus-One-HTC
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when it comes to screen protectors, the best ones come from china....and the cheaper the better. the ones sold here in the US are "rubbery" and your finger tends to "hang up" when sliding on the screen.
the china ones are also a cinch to put on.
example 3x-Screen-Guard-Protector-Film-Google-Nexus-One-HTC
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and you've used those same ones. How is the durability. I've used cheaper ones that aren't invisible shield or similar brands, but they tend to get scratched much easier. Thats why I go back to the better ones.
Nope.
10 char.
Had a Hero for nearly a year without a screen protector. Carried loose in my pocket with keys etc and no scratches at all. I think we've been made paranoid after years of soft plastic resistive touchscreens.
No screen protector on the N1 for me.
None. I treat my phones like crap, and when its ready to die, Ill just get the next best thing.
I think its ridiculous how people put on screen protectors and large cases. It takes away the feeling of the phone.
I used to do the screen protector thing but when they started to peel or grab my finger, I diecided to not use them anymore. Been few months and my screen is good as the day I pulled it out of the box.
Edit: I do keep mine in the Google sleeve when its not in use.
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I ordered the Tuneband to work out with and it came with a screen protector... went on super easy and its actually not too bad at all... i have no gripes with it at all
no need! this isn't an iphone... ive had this thing since launch and not a single scratch ANYWHERE... my iphone scratched the 2nd day I had it... got a new screen on it and scratched again... nexus is the most durable phone ive ever owned and I love that it doesn't need extra crap to protect it.
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I have the official HTC Nexus One screen protector that is now carried in T-Mobile stores. With tax $16
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The one i bought at t-mobile didnt cover the full screen.. Does yours?
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I'm looking at getting some screen protectors for my Desire Z and wondered where/what people would recommend getting, are some better than others or are they all much the same?
They are all pretty much the same, however if you try to get them too cheap you may end up with a faulty batch that don't stick to your screen.
Look at any well known phone website to buy some, they are not expensive and usually come in packs of 6.
I recommend the Skinomi ones. It doesn't change the feel of the touchscreen like some others and is good with fingerprints and glare. When installed, you can't even tell you have a protector on. About $10 on Amazon.
Brando ultraclear.
http://shop.brando.com/bw-ultraclear-pda-s-p-htc-desire-z-_p5027c18d8.html
10 $ no shipment untill 31 dec
The best for me, used them on all my previous phones...
Solid, doesn't change the feel of the screen, and barely noticeble when installed correctly.
Shipment from Hongkong to Belgium takes 5 working days
They are not all the same, IMO. The cheap ones will show fingerprints like crazy, and get scratched easier, so they don't last very long. This was the case with the cheapo screen protector that AT&T included with my trusty old Touch Pro 2/Tilt 2. It looked like crap after a month or two, and had to be replaced. Based on some recommendations by users on XDA, I bought some high quality ones from Boxwave (got the "Crystal" version, some mentioned the "Anti-Glare" was grainy feeling). Much more resistant to fingerprints/smudges. Have had the same one on that phone for 7-8 months and it still looks pretty good.
I liked the Boxwave protectors so much, that I ordered them for my new Desire Z. They are a little pricey at $13 each, or $28 for 3. I'm sure you can find comparable quality for somewhat less. But for me, I'd rather stick with a product I know is quality; rather than experiment with something new on something that may/may not be as good, just to save a few bucks. And the super cheap ones (the ones that cost a few dollars a piece) aren't even worth your time, in my opinion.
Zagg and Bodyguardz also seem very popular, highly praised by users here. But they are also on the expensive end.
I would go with the Skinomi screen protector..amazing quality and durable, they come with lifetime replacement warranty, just ordered mine and I got 25% off with coupon code get25 from their website..they come highly recommend by a lot of xda users
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one brand: Brando !
had them on all of my devices of the last few years
I'm using Martin Fields screen protectors for the Desire Z.
I've used them for all my other devices and I have no complaints. It even comes with a little protector for the camera lens too.
I recommend Skinomi too. The package they ship to you is very high quality, comes with a squirt bottle and a squeegee to push away the bubbles. The skin looks like the type that Zagg/BSE ships you, but the feel is so much better. It doesn't have that stickiness that Zagg products tend to have.
It's also very resilient to scratches; I've had it for 2-3 weeks and there are no scratches whatsoever on the screen, unlike the Clarivue antiglare I had for my N1.
Does anyone know if bell sells screen protectors for the desire z?
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Does anyone know how important having screen protection is? I had a screen protector on my MotoMilestone forever, scratches all over it, looked like crap. pulled it off and decided not to use one, and didn't get any scratches after that. Are these screens not like a "gorilla glass" type screen?
http://www.stealthguards.com/index.php/t-mobile-g2-full-body-protection.html
They have self-healing technology so they won't get scratched up and ugly.
Best of all, they're free.
Mines been sticking like no other, no bubbles.
Just gotta make sure no bubbles are underneath when you lay it down.
If anyone wants, they can use this coupon (10% off) for realook screen protectors. I have them and they are incredible scratch resistant, feel great and look invisible.
Here's the code but it expires on 12/31
2ZDLV2W5
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Does anyone know how important having screen protection is? I had a screen protector on my MotoMilestone forever, scratches all over it, looked like crap. pulled it off and decided not to use one, and didn't get any scratches after that. Are these screens not like a "gorilla glass" type screen?
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The cheap screen protectors scratch really easily and look like garbage in no time, for sure. But get a good quality ones are very scratch resistant. I have had the same Boxwave protector on my old Tilt2 since May of this year (just upgraded to the Desire Z), and it still looks really good, just some light scratches.
I had the same thought as you with my old Kaiser/Tilt. The cheap screen protector that came with it got all scratched up, and I decided to go bareback. It seemed just fine for a while. But as the months wore on, I noticed faint scratches slowly building up. And one hasty travel day, I accidentally (and stupidly) threw my keys in the same pocket as the phone, and got a big gouge on the screen. Of course, a lot of this will depend on how you treat your phone, use a case, etc. But it just takes a one time mistake to get a bad scratch on the screen.
I don't think the Vision/G2/Desire Z uses Gorilla Glass. In any case, I just read on these forums that Gorilla Glass is very hard to break, but not really all that hard to scratch. There are reports by Samsung Galaxy S owners which have easily scratched the Gorilla Glass on their displays. If you do a search on these forums, you will find conflicting statements about whether the Desire Z display is scratch resistant or not. Couldn't really answer your question about how hard/easy it is to scratch the screen on the Desire Z. But I don't intend to find out the hard way.
There's a big thread about screen protectors at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=800638 , which was originally on the G2 side of things.
I ended up buying screen protector from tmo and its actually great and is unnoticable
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Im planning to switch out my old stock screen protector that came with the phone as there are some scratches on the screen protector. Im wondering, which screen protector is the best for my phone as in durability and clarity and cheapness (under 15$). Also anti glare is not a feature i would need but it would help as long as there is no rainbow effect on the screen
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This has been discussed extensively in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=800638
I have a Skinomi screen protector and I love it. I got mine shipped to be for about 9 bucks. Use the coupon code skinomi25 for 25% off. Pretty much covers the shipping costs and tax.
I like the Skinomi because it is durable, easy to install and I can hardly tell it is installed on the phone. It retains the natural glass feel of the screen and doesn't affect the touchscreen at all.
The one thing I can advise is to use patience when installing it. You can reapply the protector as long as it is wet. It took me about three tries but once I got it placed perfectly, it looks fantastic.
I was just talking about this earlier... I would recommend ClearTouch Anti-Glare screen protectors (they have a "Crystal" version as well) by a company called Boxwave. I use the anti-glare version. It still looks brand new and I've been using it for over 6 months now. Screen visibility and sensitivity seem totally unaffected; no rainbow effect though the anti-glare is very mildly textured. The texture quality seems unnoticeable when the screen is lit. It's reasonably priced too.
the cheapest screen protector you can get is the household saran wrap
just kidding.
check ebay. there's alot for a really good price
I'm personally not going to even bother looking for a good tempered glass screen protector, because I want full case compatibility, and I want full screen coverage without black edges - probably not possible with 2.5D edges.
I am, however, a fan of plastic PET screen protectors as they are easily replaceable, should be cheap, and fit any case.
Currently, I'm using the one that was pre-installed on the OP6, but I noticed the edges are peeling already, so I'm looking for alternatives now.
Spigen used to have a "Crystal Clear" PET screen protector which worked awesomely on my past devices, but they do not seem to manufacture it anymore.
Perusing Amazon, the only one I see that's a PET protector is this one:
"[8-Pack] OnePlus 6 Screen Protector, J&D [Not Full Coverage] Premium HD Clear Film Shield Screen Protector for OnePlus 6"
Unsure of its quality though, and people I know have stated that the sizing/cutouts of J&D are not very good.
I'm not a fan of the 3M-type "self-healing" soft screen protectors due to the texture/stickiness.
Does anybody know of any alternative PET (plastic) screen protectors for the OP6?
I'm a huge fan of armorsuit screen protectors. They are the self healing sticky type. It takes a couple days, but eventually they lose the sticky feeling, and work great after that. Another plus is they seem to repel fingerprints way better than the pet screen protectors.
Still using the preinstalled protector for now, but will probably change to the armorsuit soon.
I agree with you. I hate the tempered glass (plastic) screen protectors and am looking for inexpensive PET ones like the one that came in the phone.
On eBay there is a seller selling the ExtremeGuard ones but the cut is all screwed up and they don't fit. I've always had good luck with SuperShieldz as they are high quality and pretty cheap and I'm hoping they start making them for the OP6 soon.
After using trying a few different TGSPs, I went this route. Armorsuit was nice, but I've found that the skinomi one is much smoother and has less drag.
Search for iLLumiShield Screen Protector for OnePlus 6 on Amazon. They have both crystal clear and matte finish. They use Japanese PET film. Have not tried on OP6 but my previous experience has been very good.
Same, i always used these soft nano protectors on my old phone but i got my oneplus 6 with a glass screen protector that i got for free due to the code someone gave me so if the glass really sucks i will go back to the soft protectors. I always buy them from aliexpress and most of the time they are like 1 or 2 bucks so i always get a couple so that i future proof my self
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Search for iLLumiShield Screen Protector for OnePlus 6 on Amazon. They have both crystal clear and matte finish. They use Japanese PET film. Have not tried on OP6 but my previous experience has been very good.
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Thanks for the recommendation. This is something along the lines of what I'm looking for - I think I'll buy a pack to test the crystal clear.