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I'm looking for a clear screen protector with a cutout for the front camera. It needs to perfectly cover the screen. Does anyone here have any recommendations for one to get?
lsquare said:
I'm looking for a clear screen protector with a cutout for the front camera. It needs to perfectly cover the screen. Does anyone here have any recommendations for one to get?
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perhaps you could spend a few min browsing trough the screen protector thread.
plenty of revies of what ppl like.
i'm using many freebies ones that are very good, but..........
traces of oil from my face and fingers are horrible
on the other Screen Protector topic, some one mentioned a brand that is SUPPOSEDLY Anti Oil resistant
The best screen protector is already on it. Gorilla Glass!
Otherwise I just use one of those 5 for a couple of quid on ebay. Not bad at all.
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Hello,
I bought a really nice case for only 7 euro's (https://www.b2ctelecom.nl/CASETSI901/silicone-hoesje-voor-samsung-i9000-galaxy-s-white-tsi-tp.html). I am very happy with the case, it fits perfectly.
I also bought this screenprotor: https://www.b2ctelecom.nl/MIRRSI900...en-protector-voor-samsung-i9000-s-galaxy.html but this is not a good one. It looks like the screen is darker and putting this on you don't get the fulle benefit of the super screen
This shop has more goodies for your Galaxy S (see https://www.b2ctelecom.nl/p/10/mid/3/tid/1312/samsung-s-i9000-galaxy.html)
Good luck
Thijs
I prefer to go naked. Clear screen protectors are fingerprint magnet, and matt screen protectors look bad. There's no in between.
snapper.fishes said:
I prefer to go naked. Clear screen protectors are fingerprint magnet, and matt screen protectors look bad. There's no in between.
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Gotta agree with that.
I'd put a protector on if I were you. Don't learn the hard way like myself. I was going naked screen for a bit and as every day went by I was confident the screen was not going to get a scratch.
Then I accidently shoved the USB cable with my phone in my pocket and bang - scratched it. Just a small one, but enough to be seen in reflection.
Better a screen protector get scratched and replaced rather than the screen have an unrepairable scratch for it's life.
FITRS said:
I'd put a protector on if I were you. Don't learn the hard way like myself. I was going naked screen for a bit and as every day went by I was confident the screen was not going to get a scratch.
Then I accidently shoved the USB cable with my phone in my pocket and bang - scratched it. Just a small one, but enough to be seen in reflection.
Better a screen protector get scratched and replaced rather than the screen have an unrepairable scratch for it's life.
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For sure I'm going to get a screen protector. I just find it funny how some people would bother posting in this thread telling me to go naked when I've clearly made up my mind. The glass is scratch resistant and not scratch proof. Like you, I also stuff coins and other small items into my pocket in addition to my cellphone so I wouldn't be surprised if scratches form if there's no protection on the screen.
SGP Steinheil Ultra Crystal
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SGP Ultra Oleophobic Film
I give the thumbs up for the SGP Ultra Oleophobic Film as well. I'm usually it right now and think it's probably the best one I've used on any phone so far. Extremely clear, smooth, and responsive. And easy to clean!
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I give the thumbs up for the SGP Ultra Oleophobic Film as well. I'm usually it right now and think it's probably the best one I've used on any phone so far. Extremely clear, smooth, and responsive. And easy to clean!
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Where did you bought yours from? Does it have a cut out for the front camera?
You can get them on ebay for a decent price. They don't have a cut out for the front camera but I don't mind that.
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I give the thumbs up for the SGP Ultra Oleophobic Film as well. I'm usually it right now and think it's probably the best one I've used on any phone so far. Extremely clear, smooth, and responsive. And easy to clean!
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+1, I am really satisfied with it. Too sad there was no cover for the back camera in the package.
I bought a Case mate case for it which comes with a screen protector. case will hopefully arrive today, so I'm hoping the screen protector is a good one
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Where did you bought yours from? Does it have a cut out for the front camera?
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There's no cut out for the front camera but in all honesty, the shield presents no discernible degradation in front camera quality.
I got mine from Cretouch, but you can also find it available from SGP eBay resellers or SGPcraft themselves.
The oleophobic properties of the screen aren't as pronounced as I would like, but it still beats non-oleophobic screens. I was using the Martin Fields protector prior to this one which was excellent in terms of clarity, but it looked like a greased pig had gone to town on it after you were done playing with it.
i recently received my galaxy and made sure i got myself a good screen protector. after all everyone raves about the screen and i'm sure after a 2 year contract it's going to have a few marks without one.
i bought a Martin Fields Overlay. Not cheap but more than happy with it, I've used the cheap ones from ebay on other phones and they definitely aren't as good.
it includes a cover for the camera lense as well.
sorry new account so cant post direct link, just google martin fields screen protectors.
I put the Invisible Screen on the 2 i9000's we have and am happy given the circumstances. The protector certainly holds some oil and grim but it's easily cleaned. I'm willing to deal with the cleaning for a scratch-free screen.
Screen protector only (what I did)
http://cgi.ebay.ca/INVISIBLE-Screen...324142?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5adb6baf2e
Full body protector
http://cgi.ebay.ca/FULL-BODY-Screen...635151?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item563ee8da8f
[EDIT] forgot to add that the protector DOES have a cut-out for the front facing camera
Why would you want a screen protector when you already have gorilla glass. It doesn`t scratch that easily. It`s not resistive touch screen. It`s capacitive and it`s gorilla glass. Enjoy the clear display without worries is my suggestion.
i have copter, the same as IS and it looks like crap! Wonder if its the pentile that creates interferance patterns... IS looks good on lcd
Can someone recommend a static grip screen protector, please? I don't like the idea of the ones that need to be squeegeed on there, but I'm hoping there are some good alternatives.
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-Rob
Clarivue ultra clear
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Thanks for the help. I checked them out. Those are exactly what I was looking for!
-Rob
yea i ordered mine yesterday, ive read good things about them, ships from my home country of canada
ravizzle said:
Clarivue ultra clear
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Any experience with any of the other clarivue screen protectors (anti glare, mirror, or privacy)? If so, what were your impressions of them?
i just use the gorilla glass, dont like the feel of the screen with a protector on. Also, with this nice plastic case i got from best buy, the phone can never land on the screen if dropped.
ImSoHungry said:
i just use the gorilla glass, dont like the feel of the screen with a protector on. Also, with this nice plastic case i got from best buy, the phone can never land on the screen if dropped.
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Are you referring to the platinum (rebranded seidio) case?
remedy22 said:
Are you referring to the platinum (rebranded seidio) case?
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yes, funny you say that, i thought it felt exactly like my seidio!
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Any experience with any of the other clarivue screen protectors (anti glare, mirror, or privacy)? If so, what were your impressions of them?
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I havent used any of those other ones, i've read good things about anti glare and ultra clear. but havent heard anything positive or negative about the others.
also, i have used a generic mirror screen on my hero before, makes the phone look nice when its off, however horrible to use in daylight and also screen brightness has to be all the way up so kills battery
ImSoHungry said:
i just use the gorilla glass, dont like the feel of the screen with a protector on. Also, with this nice plastic case i got from best buy, the phone can never land on the screen if dropped.
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I'd like to do this too, I absolutely love the feel and look of the phone without a screen protector. But I am too worried about scratches. I keep hearing people say things like it's Gorilla Glass and can't scratch. I watched the videos where people attempt to scratch the Gorilla Glass screen on purpose and can't. But every once in a while I read a comment from someone that says they got a scratch on their Gorilla Glass screen and they have no idea how. I'm not sure what to think.
Got my clarivue today, installed easy, can barely tell its there and doesn't mess with capacitive buttons on bottom.
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docprego said:
I'd like to do this too, I absolutely love the feel and look of the phone without a screen protector. But I am too worried about scratches. I keep hearing people say things like it's Gorilla Glass and can't scratch. I watched the videos where people attempt to scratch the Gorilla Glass screen on purpose and can't. But every once in a while I read a comment from someone that says they got a scratch on their Gorilla Glass screen and they have no idea how. I'm not sure what to think.
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Is gorilla glass what the screen is made of? 'Cuz I scratched mine. :-( My accessories were in the mail but I went out on a My Tracks expedition on a local hiking trail over the long weekend (couldn't resist! I've never had GPS on a phone) and I dropped my phone and it got scratched on what must've been a pebble in the otherwise softish dirt trail.
More accurately, my phone fell out of my pocket when I jumped thinking a spider landed on my head.
Received my clarivue screen protectors in the mail today and I am less than impressed with them.
remedy22 said:
Received my clarivue screen protectors in the mail today and I am less than impressed with them.
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Thoughts? Pros cons? Please explain.
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Thoughts? Pros cons? Please explain.
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It's not the quality of the screen protector itself that I have problem with. It is completely clear (as described) and has a nice feel to the touch. Not the same silky smoothness as glass obviously, but not a rubbery feel to it either.
The overall cut and fitment of the screen protector is my biggest problem with it. Clarivue says that all their screen protectors are cut slightly small (which is fine) but the design for the epic isn't centered properly. If you align the top correctly (so that the front facing camera and sensors are exposed) you will find that the entire screen protector favors the right hand side of the phone. This leaves you with a noticeable gap on the left side and practically no gap on the right side.
I also encountered some installation issues since the second tab did not want to separate from the screen protector. I wouldn't hold that against clarivue however, but in my case I had to physically separate them which caused the corner to not adhere to the screen properly.
I'm going to contact clarivue about these issues on monday and see what they have to say about it. I've heard good things about seidio's ultimate screen guard and will mostly like order a pair of them when they become available.
I had one custom fitted at a mall near me for 9 dollars. I really cant tell its there and it add to the feel of the screen (less greasy/finger marks).
i have a tiny scratch and have no idea what it's from. I assume it was a rivet on my jeans or some****, kinda disappointed since I've checked out people trying to scratch the screen but couldn't
I have to say, these are the worst screen protectors I have ever applied on any sort of electronic equipment. Picture quality looks like garbage and it feels horrible. The matte finish makes them feel gritty and a pain to use the phone. Cheap eBay screen protectors work better.
Anybody else used them?
I bought them. I'm stupid for doing so. Rocking the Zagg now. I guess I feel smarter...
Yeah. I never bought them. I received the Fascinate in a trade and the person included an extra. At first I thought they were just horrible at applying screen protectors but then I applied the spare and it looked exactly the same. :/
My friends all have Verizon Screen Proctectors for their phones, and I have to agree, they look like complete crap. I've just been recommending Steinheil and Reallook to them, and they ask why, and I show them my screen. Almost invisible, its like the screen protector isn't even there, and my friends are shocked.
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Zagg is worth it. Really is an "invisible" shield. Can't even tell it's there.
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Ehh, Zagg is ok. Really comes down to personal preference, but Zagg's matte look and feel isn't really what I would want in a screen protector. Steinheil's Ultra Crystal Clear Protector is amazing.
The Anti-glare screen protectors are garbage no matter where you get them from. I ordered some from ebay and LUCKILY I ordered some regular screen protectors as well and after about 5 mins with the anti-glare I took it off and trashed it and the others and put a regular one on.
Also, the mirror finish screen protectors are bad too
Yeah. That whole matte feel is not my deal. Honestly, cheap eBay screen protectors have been fine.for me with a perfect application and I am very picky about this stuff. I use invisible shields for their body shields though
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Agreed bought them when I had my Droid x and have to say "anti glare" is deffinately just a marketing ploy. If you take them back and tell them their crap they will give you a refund. That's what I did. I only reteerned two
OMG yes! Worst purchase I have ever made.
Why am I the only person who doesn't use screen protectors for this exact reason? I like my amazing AMOLED to look amazing.
obsidianchao said:
Why am I the only person who doesn't use screen protectors for this exact reason? I like my amazing AMOLED to look amazing.
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They look fine with the right protector. The ones I bought allow me to admire this AMOLED now. I swear its like having a new phone.
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obsidianchao said:
Why am I the only person who doesn't use screen protectors for this exact reason? I like my amazing AMOLED to look amazing.
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I too dont have a screen protector on mine even though i bought some and have them sitting in the desk..for some reason i think they will interfere with the sensitvity of the screen.
i made the mistake of buying two packs of verizon's screen protectors when i bought my phone. they were on clearance and i know why after trying one. they were horrible. i was reluctant to buy them even being on clearance after having sensitivity issues on my Rogue, but i figured if nothing else it would protect my screen until my online order of protectors showed up.
i use screen protectors that i bought off some random seller on ebay and they work fine. i get about 5 months or so of use from each one. very clear and no sensitivity issues. i dont know how necessary protectors are with the particular glass on Fascinates but i dont want to learn the hard way. i forget the protector is on there most of the time.
obsidianchao said:
Why am I the only person who doesn't use screen protectors for this exact reason? I like my amazing AMOLED to look amazing.
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Exactly! But does everyone know that the Fascinate comes with Gorilla Glass, which is way tougher and scratch resistant? I am using mine "naked" so far, and no scratches yet.
So the screen looks great!
Anybody had any bad experiences going naked? (should I reword that? I don't want to hijack this thread!) Just looking for warnings about not using a screen protector.
Robtao said:
Exactly! But does everyone know that the Fascinate comes with Gorrilla Glass, which is way tougher and scratch resistant? I am using mine "naked" so far, and no scratches yet.
So the screen looks great!
Anybody had any bad experiences going naked? (should I reword that? I don't want to hijack this thread!) Just looking for warnings about not using a screen protector.
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All I can say is that I received my Fascinate used and there was a scratch on it, on the glass but to the side of the screen. Very light, but it was there. Screen protectors just give me a peace of mind hah.
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Never buy anything except phones from Verizon, or any other cellular companies.
Robtao said:
Exactly! But does everyone know that the Fascinate comes with Gorilla Glass, which is way tougher and scratch resistant? I am using mine "naked" so far, and no scratches yet.
So the screen looks great!
Anybody had any bad experiences going naked? (should I reword that? I don't want to hijack this thread!) Just looking for warnings about not using a screen protector.
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I'm actually considering taking mine off, although the girl at Verizon actually did a good job of putting it on and mine is clear so I can't even really tell that it's there. But I definitely have more scratches on the screen protector than on the area around it (yay Gorilla Glass) and I'm wondering if the screen protector collects more fingerprints than the glass. Anyone know about that? I know some phones have oleophobic coatings but I'm not sure if the Fascinate is one of them.
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I'm actually considering taking mine off, although the girl at Verizon actually did a good job of putting it on and mine is clear so I can't even really tell that it's there. But I definitely have more scratches on the screen protector than on the area around it (yay Gorilla Glass) and I'm wondering if the screen protector collects more fingerprints than the glass. Anyone know about that? I know some phones have oleophobic coatings but I'm not sure if the Fascinate is one of them.
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The fascinate is not one of them, at least from my research.
I have thought about going naked. I am using the Steinheil Anti-fingerprint protectors for a number of reasons. I am sure no one here would like them because they degrade the screen quality but I love them. No finger prints, no glare, 2x faster finger motions (heh yea) across the protector vs. the stock screen.
I'd image that the screen is much like a car windscreen. It will look great for years to come but over time fine micro scratches will build up.
the screen protector they put on my phone came off by the time i got home from the store. heat must have warped it, and would no longer stick. ordered a different one online
wondering if I could get some good recomendations on the best matte finish screen protectors. I understand the slight diminish of the screen quality.
I have installed zaggs before so installation isnt a problem.
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joho5 said:
wondering if I could get some good recomendations on the best matte finish screen protectors. I understand the slight diminish of the screen quality.
I have installed zaggs before so installation isnt a problem.
thanks
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The moshi ivisor that they sell (or at least used to sell) in ATT stores is a great option in my opinion.
it's matte finish and super easy to install. also, it's completely reusable, so you can take it off, wash it, and reapply. I have one and i only use it when i feel i need a screen protector. when i don't, I just take it off and store it on a sheet of wax paper. the adhesive is kind of a gel that never loses its holding power. it's a neat design, as there is no adhesive under the actual screen part, just the border around it; so there is a tiny air gap between the protector in the screen. even with that though, it's still perfectly responsive.
only problem is that it's a bit spendy, but seeing as you can reuse it as many times as you like, i feel it is totally worth the price.
welchertc said:
The moshi ivisor that they sell (or at least used to sell) in ATT stores is a great option in my opinion.
it's matte finish and super easy to install. also, it's completely reusable, so you can take it off, wash it, and reapply. I have one and i only use it when i feel i need a screen protector. when i don't, I just take it off and store it on a sheet of wax paper. the adhesive is kind of a gel that never loses its holding power. it's a neat design, as there is no adhesive under the actual screen part, just the border around it; so there is a tiny air gap between the protector in the screen. even with that though, it's still perfectly responsive.
only problem is that it's a bit spendy, but seeing as you can reuse it as many times as you like, i feel it is totally worth the price.
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+1..............
Do these matte screen protectors not make the screen look greasy as hell? I got a matte screen protector once because I like the look, but it made the screen look terrible and wasn't worth it.
+1 screen looks crappy to me also in my opinion
I have the moshi too. As far as protectors go, its the best. But I decided my screen didn't need a cover and have been happy ever since
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Got some off ebay the other day from a store called ZYDistro. Been really happy, and they're really cheap so I got 12 total, so if any get scratched up or anything, I just get to replace it! Shipped very quickly and is located in the US. (Specific Item)
While the curving of the glass at the ends make is easier for swiping gestures, it practically makes it impossible for manufacturers to make edge to edge screen protectors for the device :crying: It was the same case with the i9300. Most of them would start lifting at the edges or have dust and other crap stuck underneath. And smaller screen protectors ruin the look of the plain black glass with their edges.
So don't use one....
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Pretty sure someone will come up with a good screen protector. Seeing that this is google phone and the anticipation around it.
c_86 said:
So don't use one....
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Easier said than done. This has been repeated like a million times before, gorilla glass WILL scratch. Might be more resistant, but it will. Also don't forget, say someone works in a dusty environment (construction) or maybe even a trip to the beach. A very good chance that the screen is going to be scratched. One could however argue that its a phone, supposed to be used and get scratched.
I am just pointing out one of the shortcomings of a screen that curves at the edges. Its not like I am getting people to sign a 'petition' for a flat glass
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Pretty sure someone will come up with a good screen protector. Seeing that this is google phone and the anticipation around it.
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I think its safe to say it won't be as popular as the GS3. Even though all the major manufacturers were producing protectors for it, I still couldn't get my hands on a good edge to edge one.
Using my gnexus daily for pretty much exactly one year now. Never used a screen protector and/or case. Always in my pocket. Can't find any scratches.
Never understood how people got scratches on that thing and every screenprotector is visible and makes the phone look cheap. Better get a proper pouch or flip case for the phone, looks tons better and still prevents those ominous scratches everyone is scared of ;P
the wet apply screen protectors hold the curve very well
It has the same curve that the Optimus 2X had, I thought I was the only person that realized this. lol
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the wet apply screen protectors hold the curve very well
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+1 on this. I just think that dry-apply screen protectors aren't as grippy as wet-apply.
Haven't used wet application types for some time, but don't they scratch if you put pressure on them, like fluid under the screen protector? Not to mention the sticky feeling one gets with the wet types.
YOU SHALL BE SHUNNED!!!!
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...creen-protector-steinheil-curved-crystal.html
So, they made curved screen protectors. (This is my lots of "thanks" moment!!!!! ):< )
But no, on topic something will come out. The S3 has it, the N4 will have it too. And if anything, tape that sucker <
qwahchees said:
YOU SHALL BE SHUNNED!!!!
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...creen-protector-steinheil-curved-crystal.html
So, they made curved screen protectors. (This is my lots of "thanks" moment!!!!! ):< )
But no, on topic something will come out. The S3 has it, the N4 will have it too. And if anything, tape that sucker <
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^^ This. I use that curved crystal screen protector on my S3 and it fits the curved display perfectly. The only negative was that it was difficult to apply...
qwahchees said:
YOU SHALL BE SHUNNED!!!!
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...creen-protector-steinheil-curved-crystal.html
So, they made curved screen protectors. (This is my lots of "thanks" moment!!!!! ):< )
But no, on topic something will come out. The S3 has it, the N4 will have it too. And if anything, tape that sucker <
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TAKE MY MONEY! I'll most likely be purchasing one of these.
klin1344 said:
^^ This. I use that curved crystal screen protector on my S3 and it fits the curved display perfectly. The only negative was that it was difficult to apply...
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Difficult in which sense? The curve on the Nexus 4 is completely different. Shouldn't be too complicated.
qwahchees said:
YOU SHALL BE SHUNNED!!!!
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...creen-protector-steinheil-curved-crystal.html
So, they made curved screen protectors. (This is my lots of "thanks" moment!!!!! ):< )
But no, on topic something will come out. The S3 has it, the N4 will have it too. And if anything, tape that sucker <
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Used that, doesn't play well with cases. And even without, they start to peel after a couple of months. Not just me, many others have had this problem with the Curved Crystal
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Used that, doesn't play well with cases. And even without, they start to peel after a couple of months. Not just me, many others have had this problem with the Curved Crystal
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Ooooooh, that doesn't sound too well. But I'm thinking about purchasing a Mofi pouch for this phone, it's too sexy for a case. But I'll see what ends up happening. Maybe they'll make a tempered glass screen protector?
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^^ This. I use that curved crystal screen protector on my S3 and it fits the curved display perfectly. The only negative was that it was difficult to apply...
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It was a dry apply and it was very very sticky, not like those static cling ones. Once any part adheres to the screen, it's impossible to readjust without making things messy.
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greyphil said:
Using my gnexus daily for pretty much exactly one year now. Never used a screen protector and/or case. Always in my pocket. Can't find any scratches.
Never understood how people got scratches on that thing and every screenprotector is visible and makes the phone look cheap. Better get a proper pouch or flip case for the phone, looks tons better and still prevents those ominous scratches everyone is scared of ;P
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pics or it didn't happen,I wanna see your screen with no scratches
Really wish that they can create a glas.t for the nexus , just sent P.i to sgp to see.
slowpc said:
Really wish that they can create a glas.t for the nexus , just sent P.i to sgp to see.
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Well if they made a tempered glass screen protector for the Galaxy Nexus, I'm pretty sure they'll make one for the Nexus 4.
You will either have to get the glass overlay type or a wet protector like xoskins http://xoskins.com/cell-phone-skin-...protectors/google-nexus-4-full-body-protector if you want all of the glass covered. I shared a 40% off coupon a few days ago but that's expired now. The code sprintxo may still work. They were the best ones on my nexus that actually fit and covered all the glass.
There is a standard one and something else called as 'case fit' on the xoskins website. Does the latter mean its not edge to edge so that you can use cases with it?