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Hey all. I just bought a used Touch Diamond a few days ago and the stock screen protector it came with was already scratched and damaged. I can't install it without any bubbles, even with soap and water.
Do you guys have any recommendations for just a screen protector? I know there are previous threads about this, but a lot of the screen protectors mentioned back then aren't being sold anymore.
I already used Zagg cuz I had leftover Zagg but the rubbery texture kept me from sliding my thumb along nicely.
I was thinking Best Skins Ever but I believe they have a rubbery texture as well?
I tried both: BSE is a good product, less rubbery than ZAGG.
ZAGG protection to scratches/punctures is superior than BSE.
BSE is more user frienldy to apply.
The common problem I found is the dust which appears on corners after time.
IMHO to have the best solution is to "install" the screen protector only, not the body, and BSE has this version for the screen only, ZAGG hasn't (you have to cover sides as well). If you are good with cutter the best is ZAGG cut to fit the screen only (you need to cut it before applying...)
How rubbery does BSE feel compared to an unprotected screen?
a little bit; less than zagg. as time goes by things improves.
sry for the delay!
i actually bought this just for the screen:
http://cgi.ebay.com/2x-LCD-Mirror-S...wItemQQptZPDA_Accessories?hash=item335777fb8a
works like a charm and looks pretty good. only drawback is direct full sunny day. it does get a bit washed out but still viewable.
ive tested every screen + body protector on the market and all are the same rubber thick as walls, spended like 100bucks on all..... nothing is good as a 2bucks screen protector.
a simple and plain 2usd screen protector is ENOUGH to do the work.
Nothing more beautifull than a diamond without those ugly plastics, and the screen looks awesome with those cheapo protectors.
Mariano
KanoHH said:
ive tested every screen + body protector on the market and all are the same rubber thick as walls, spended like 100bucks on all..... nothing is good as a 2bucks screen protector.
a simple and plain 2usd screen protector is ENOUGH to do the work.
Nothing more beautifull than a diamond without those ugly plastics, and the screen looks awesome with those cheapo protectors.
Mariano
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just make sure it's scratch proof. i picked on a set of 10 from ebay for my Touch Cruise (polaris) and in 2 months i went though all of them. even my finger nails puts a nasty scratch on it.
the "scratchproof" ones are more durable but of course, don't mix your phone with yoru keys in the same pocket, it'll still scratch but with everyday use, it works great.
Hi all,
This thread is just to give my personal opinions on some of the accessories I have owned (or are owning right now), and I hope it helps some of you wanting to buy any of them.
Martin Fields Screen Protector (Clear)
Not worth the money. Yes, it is very clear, but so are 99% of the other clear protectors. Also, it is not scratch-proof, if at all. It got scratched while in my my Moshi iPouch, go figure. Is it of good quality? I will say yes, but it's NOT worth the money at all. 6/10.
Seidio Innocase II
I thought I liked it, but now I'm not sure. It fits way too tight. It cut into my MF protector, DC mugen, and even my Clarivue. Maybe Seidio should actually try to fit it on some actual Nexus Ones before selling. I know, you've to really center your protector, etc. etc. Also, some people suggested filing/cutting the sides of the protector a little so that the Seidio Innocase II will not hit it. The question is, as a consumer, is this really our problem? Yes, the case feels really solid, I trust my phone in it, but the problems with it are irritating. 9/10 for the solid build. 6/10 for the fact that it fits like crap with a protector on.
DCMugen Anti-Glare Screen Protector
Well worth the money. I love it. It's very cheap compared to many other products in the market, and the quality is good too. It doesn't fit very well (off by 0.5mm or something at the top and bottom), but that's really not noticeable. You can't beat the price to quality ratio. 9.5/10.
DCMugen Ultra Clear Screen Protector
Well worth the money, but it's a fingerprint magnet (like all clear protectors). Same as the anti-glare, it doesn't fit 100%. 8/10.
Clarivue Anti-Glare
It is more expensive than DCMugen, about the same price as Martin Fields, but you get 2 instead of 1. Very good! Although it's matte like DCMugen, it seems to affect the screen clarity less than DCMugen's, which is always a plus point. On the flip side, it attracts fingerprints more than DCMugen's anti-glare. The price is justifiable too . 9.5/10.
DCMugen Hard Rubberized Case
I just got them in my mailbox today, and I'd say the fit is about 8.5/10. Actually it fits perfect except for the bottom. Also, since it clamps the phone together, it won't actually affect your screen protector (unlike Innocase). I'd say 8/10. If the bottom fits well it'd be perfect. With that said, the Innocase feels a lot more sturdier than this, but given the price this is to be expected. Some pictures attached. Sorry about the lousy quality, don't have a digital camera that's good. Update: I just pressed the 2 sides harder together and they seemed to fit pretty well . Still 8/10 (as the build isn't very solid).
I'll update this thread as I get to try/use more accessories .
Good info to know... im actually waitn for my clarivue protector... Just hope i kan make my seidio case work with it !
I ordered a cheap anti-glare screen protector and it seems to affect the clarity of my screen a lot, is that something you've experienced with or anti-glare protectors?
clarivue
seems like the anti-glares arent as scratch proof as we would all like..... elago anti glare and clarivue dont do as well as id like in a pocket with some keys
Updated first post with short comment and pictures of dcmugen's hard rubberized case.
I feel good about the dcmugen anti-glare SP now. It's en route now, I can't wait to see what it's like. I've had a few for my old iPhone 3G, but I'm curious to see how it affects a quality, pixel-dense AMOLED screen.
Also, were you ever able to have both SP and Innocase at the same time successfully? I really want that case!
First off, my intention for getting a screen protector was to never actually protect the screen, but to reduce finger prints as I have quite oily fingers.
First I tried the Ultimate Screen Protector from Seido.
PRO: Looks like there's no protector on the screen, amazing clarity.
CON: Did NOT help with the finger prints at all. No help in how easily they got ON the screen, or how difficult they are to clean once on.
Then I sent my phone into HTC for repair and they screwed up the screen protector, so I had to take it off.
Now I have on DCMugen's Matte screen protector.
PRO: No fingerprints! For someone with oily fingers this was great.
CON: HUGE reduction in screen quality/clarity. Makes the screen very grainy and small text harder to read.
So now I'm torn, because it seems the clear screen protector doesn't help with fingerprints at all, so I'm constantly wiping it off, but the matte screen protector completely ruins this beautiful screen. I wish there was an intermediate, something which did not reduce fingerprints perhaps as much as the matte screen protector, but closer in clarity to the ultra clear.
thanks for that - i have teh dcmugen clear on my phone right now and its just as bad as the screen without a protector. I have the matte sitting here ready to apply but after reading your post I think i'll hold off - i have enough trouble reading the screen outdoors as it is.
Well, I think the matte one will help with the outdoor visibility very slightly. I mean, overall visibility of the screen. It may be more visible, but the quality of the screen will be much lower.
When you say "its just as bad as the screen without a protector" do you mean in terms of finger prints?
yea finger prints.
the dcmugen matte protecter is amazing outdoors, with that protector and the automatic brightness setting i never have a problem seeing outside, with the clears it was always a pain in the ass, i just put my last dcmugen on the phone, time to order more. Ill never buy my screen protectors from anywhere else
damn I guess I better try out that matte protector after all
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damn I guess I better try out that matte protector after all
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Did you try it out? What do you think?
zagg screen protector seems to be the best of both.. no fingerprints and clarity retained.
I have never tried those two brands i have always used Best Skins ever and Gadget Shieldz and they work great. Zagg always costs too much and leaves a orange peel effect on all my devices.
OP, Just use the first screen protector from Seido no sense in ruining that beautiful amoled screen with the other brand just to keep finger prints off and just learn to deal with the finger prints it is a touch screen phone.
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Did you try it out? What do you think?
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Not yet- too busy playing with froyo. will update again if i do
zagg sucks - the feel of the plastic is too sticky for good swiping imo
Any pics of the matte on the phone?
the difference in clarity honestly isnt that great of a difference, the fingerprints and grease that collects on the regular screen protectors affects the clarity more to be honest. Now that its finally always sunny out ive been using a regular clear protector cause i ran out of dcmugens, and i cant see **** on my screen from the glare, i cant wait till the other dcmugens i ordered get here. only down fall is it takes about two weeks to get them in the us since they ship from hong kong
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.
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.
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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
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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.
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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.