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So just picked one of these fellas for £115! (rude not to ) and one of the first things I am going to need is to protect it, anyone got any ideas where in the UK these might be found?
O_O where u got it for that money ??
OT try ebay...
Yup, go on ebay. The cheap ones are just that! CHEAP! Scratch very easily etc.
What you need is the 3M Vikuiti screen protectors, expensive yes but these screen protectors last ALOT longer and generally are alot better. I have had one on my old phone for nearly two years and it's still fine!
BiG K said:
Yup, go on ebay. The cheap ones are just that! CHEAP! Scratch very easily etc.
What you need is the 3M Vikuiti screen protectors, expensive yes but these screen protectors last ALOT longer and generally are alot better. I have had one on my old phone for nearly two years and it's still fine!
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Martin Fields is one of the best (and the first who made a screen protector for our device)
http://www.martinfields.co.uk/GB/MFOP-ToshibaTG01
Cheers
souljaboy said:
O_O where u got it for that money ??
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Someone on a local forum had one for sale, and what with the current £150 pricetag on them it made for a nice bit of haggling
Pere said:
Martin Fields is one of the best (and the first who made a screen protector for our device)
Cheers
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Cheers, bit more than I expected to pay tbh with iPhone etc getting em at 3 quid, damn apple crap (actually I liked the phone but it lasted less than a week, so limiting after owning PocketPCs for years)
Pere said:
Martin Fields is one of the best (and the first who made a screen protector for our device)
http://www.martinfields.co.uk/GB/MFOP-ToshibaTG01
Cheers
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3M are not some fly by night company. Very well respected all over the world.
http://solutions.3m.co.uk/wps/porta...home/products-solutions/protection-and-films/
Also on ebay, each protector is £8. If anything, I bet Martin Fields use 3M vikuiti films anyway lol
The Folix screen protectors and excellent, and very cheap from Amazon :
http://www.amazon.co.uk/FX-CLEAR-screen-protector-Toshiba-TG01/dp/B002Y35E9I - Glossy look, like an iPhone screen, gets instantly covered in finger grease
http://www.amazon.co.uk/FX-ANTIREFLEX-antireflective-screen-protector-Toshiba/dp/B002Y2P43K - Matte look, like a none-glossy-LCD, doesn't attract finger-grease
I've got the matte one on my TG01 and it's excellent. They're very (very !) similar to the Brando units, and come complete with a cleaning cloth.
Cheers for the links, but I don't think ya can beat the deal posted in the cases thread for 3 cases and screen protectors for £8!
ZedEx48K said:
Cheers for the links, but I don't think ya can beat the deal posted in the cases thread for 3 cases and screen protectors for £8!
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You get what you pay for - don't expect the bargain-basement screen protectors to match the branded items
Nomgle said:
You get what you pay for - don't expect the bargain-basement screen protectors to match the branded items
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I was the person who posted about the 3 cases plus 3 protectors for £8.
I haven't had any experience of the very expensive (some are over £12 each) screen protectors, but I struggle very hard to think of a way in which they could be better than the cheaper ones.
After all, we are just talking about a piece of thin transparent electrostatic plastic film. My cheap ones are a perfect fit for the TG01 (including the cut-outs); they were supplied with protective film front and back; they each came with a small microfibre cleaning cloth. They are totally unobtrusive in use (it doesn't affect screen taps, and I use a stylus for most of my text entry, using Letter Recogniser, with no problems). They also last very well (based on my experience using similar cheap protectors on my previous phones).
I do wonder whether there is some self justification involved in believing that because you paid a lot of money for something, it therefore has to be better than a cheaper one, rather than just marketing hype.
Philip said:
I was the person who posted about the 3 cases plus 3 protectors for £8.
I haven't had any experience of the very expensive (some are over £12 each) screen protectors, but I struggle very hard to think of a way in which they could be better than the cheaper ones.
After all, we are just talking about a piece of thin transparent electrostatic plastic film. My cheap ones are a perfect fit for the TG01 (including the cut-outs); they were supplied with protective film front and back; they each came with a small microfibre cleaning cloth. They are totally unobtrusive in use (it doesn't affect screen taps, and I use a stylus for most of my text entry, using Letter Recogniser, with no problems). They also last very well (based on my experience using similar cheap protectors on my previous phones).
I do wonder whether there is some self justification involved in believing that because you paid a lot of money for something, it therefore has to be better than a cheaper one, rather than just marketing hype.
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That's what I thought, the cheap ones will do the job the same as the more expensive ones but quite simply, the 3M vikuiti ones are much better!
Th cheap one takes longer to install as it's a nightmare to get the air bubbles out, the 3M's adhesive absorbs a little air and the rest is easy to expel!
Secondly the cheap ones are already scuffed and scratched to the point I can just about make out whats written on the screen whereas the 3M one, I used for 2 years, with pens, pencils, keys etc and no scratches whatever, except a tiny 2mm scratch caused by using a scalpel as a stylus.....
if u dont buy the cheapest ones , ull be all good , theyre all good quality except the few cheapest ones , but if it isnt , u wont see thru it ... i made that mistake once went for the cheapest and pixels were just swimming among each other ...
be careful on eBay
some screen protectors are realy cheap , I buyed 3 for 2€
he has a smouth texture, with verry high grip ......
I have to remove it because I can't switch menus in SPB, my finger grippen on screen ....
xTremePower said:
be careful on eBay
some screen protectors are realy cheap , I buyed 3 for 2€
he has a smouth texture, with verry high grip ......
I have to remove it because I can't switch menus in SPB, my finger grippen on screen ....
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I've had the same problem with a glossy screen protector in the past.
The matte Folix model from earlier in the thread, doesn't have this problem.
I use the martin fields overlay plus, and it has been well worth the extra over the cheaper protectors. I have tried a couple of cheap ones and I have to ditch them after 2 weeks or so. The martin fields protector is still going strong after a couple of months!!
where do You buy 3M vikuiti protectors? I need one too
a_petrov303 said:
where do You buy 3M vikuiti protectors? I need one too
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Try here: http://www.okazii.ro/catalog/393590...ectie-3M-Vikuiti-ARMR200.html#detalii_livrare
pitagorasz said:
Try here: http://www.okazii.ro/catalog/393590...ectie-3M-Vikuiti-ARMR200.html#detalii_livrare
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thanks, it is ~8.5 euros, it seems like a good price and I might be able to collect in person when I am next time in Iasi to save on the postage
a_petrov303 said:
thanks, it is ~8.5 euros, it seems like a good price and I might be able to collect in person when I am next time in Iasi to save on the postage
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Price it's better than Martin Fields (and I wonder if raw material is the same, nothing on the Martin's Web Page) , so give us a feedback !! Perhaps next screen portectors will be from them....
Thanks for all
The Nokia N800 tablet and TG01 have virtually the same sized screen both being specified at 4.1 inches diagonally and having the same aspect ratio (800x480 pixels). I did pick up a protector for my N800 from eBay 6 months ago and it is still in very good, scratch free condition after a lot of stylus abuse - cost £2.29 including postage. Sadly the seller (personalmobiles) doesn't have any in stock, but it might be worth chasing them up.
PS. I'm picking up a Toshiba TG01 from an Orange store in South Yorkshire tomorrow morning for £150 + £10 for a SIM.
Ok, so my Desire is on order (and has been for ages!!! AAARGH!) and I obviously want to protect it. My first thought was the InvisibleShield but having read the thread on here, it seems that it really doesn't make the screen look or feel good and that is a dealbreaker for me. I have come from the crappy feeling touch HD and am totally jealous of my mates iPhone 3GS' glass screen, which feels lovely.
So what do you think the best options are?
1. InvisibleShield all over (40% off coupon is v tempting)
2. InvisibleShield on back, and other screen protector on front (if so which one feels/looks best?)
3. Nothing on back, screen protector on front...
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Thanks a lot!
Honestly, I hate to use any protector, either on the back nor front.
The Desire itself is very gorgeous, magnificent and pretty as it is. Putting plastic ala condom does not do justice here.
But yeah, we still need to protect it. As a human, we are not perfect (yesterday I crashed my car).
To balance this, I choose to only protect the screen glass by using screen protector from martinfields.com (still on order). It is quite pricey but I am satisfied with the quality on my older devices + nintendo DSi.
Here if you want to know martin fields with nexus one:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=622353
And I use kind of pouch from soft leather to protect it from "dust":
http://www.fommy.com/view-full-page...oogle+Nexus+One+PB99100&cat=Cases&skuno=82280
The superb design is still maintained
I've got the brando one and its very good.
Do brando ship to UK?
yes brando do, one got one being shipped ad we speak.
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Ive just ordered the ultraclear one, is that the one you got?
I've had an ultraclear one before on a previous phone, this time I have gone for the anti glare one to see if it works
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Guitarfreak26 said:
Do brando ship to UK?
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http://www.htcdirect.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_14&products_id=825
Here you go mate.Uk seller.
I went for the Matin Fields protector, more expensive that the Brando though.
I've personally not receieved it yet but judging by the people who have it's supposed to be very good indeed?
i got the zagg one but it is to resistive for multi-touch mainly pinch zoom, can anyone review the brando one clear/anti glare ? pic if possible.
thanks
Cant do pics but take my word for it,its very good,if you put it on properly you cant even tell its there and very easy to apply.
Hillsman said:
I went for the Matin Fields protector, more expensive that the Brando though.
I've personally not receieved it yet but judging by the people who have it's supposed to be very good indeed?
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It arrived this afternoon.
Very easy to apply, no bubbles at all. You can take it off, wash it and apply again if need be.
The touch sensitivity is exactly the same as before it was put on, very happy with it.
Personally having seen a friend with a cheap ebay screen protector on his Desire my advice would be to avoid them.
Ok, well having read this and other forums, I think Im gonna buy a Martin Fields or a Brando protector.
Any reason why I should spend almost 2x the price to get a Martin Fields one over the Brando (I dont particularly care about the cam lens cover, although it is a plus) ?
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Ok, well having read this and other forums, I think Im gonna buy a Martin Fields or a Brando protector.
Any reason why I should spend almost 2x the price to get a Martin Fields one over the Brando (I dont particularly care about the cam lens cover, although it is a plus) ?
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After reading loads of stuff about both, I finally pulled the trigger and went for the Martin Fields ones. Mainly because I couldn't be arsed for the Brando ones to be delivered from the US . I have a Zagg invisibleSHIELD on at the moment, and a) it was damaged when it came b)it's way too tacky and c) it looks crap, so I can't wait to get rid of it.
MobileFun have two for £18, and if you use MFFREE as a discount code, you get £2.50 knocked off, so essentially free shipping.
Hopefully mine will come Friday, MF are usually pretty quick. I'll let you know how it goes when I get them.
Great thread, thanks for the advice & feedback. Just ordered a Martin Shields with the MF code for free shipping.
It seems like MF and Brando are the way to go..
I've got a Zagg one atm, and although it does the job I might have to return it at some point soon. There's too much of a plastic feel to it. I'd much prefer the glass feel minus a shield but I guess sacrifices have to be made
MartinField (MF) is a VERY good screen protector, but it is so damn expensive as well.
When I was using my HTC Kaiser, I went to several cheappie screen protectors and all were crap. Yeah, I did not know at that time. I was trying to get the cheapest one
Even I was tricked to buy a 10+ package of screen protector for cheap!
Believe me, you must invest for this.
I am not steering you to go with MF, as other user said he got the one from Brando and also very good.
Bottom line, if you dont have a favorite brand ... then just pick one, but not the cheappie one or the 10+ package deal.
Then stick with that brand.
As for me, I am very satisfied with MF. Very easy to apply and always NO BUBBLES.
Put it on my old HTC Kaiser, HTC Touch Dual and Nintento DSi.
Ordered for HTC Desire, not yet arrive.
found this what do you guys think GENUINE?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Martin-Fields...ting_LaptopAccessories_RL&hash=item53e0fd8a12
I might order it today
I've bought martin fields protectors from Morpeth mobiles for my last 3 phones over a period of 3-4 years and I have never had cause for concern that they might be fakes. I have used their main online store rather than ebay though, but I can't see that there would be a difference.
Someone from morpeth mobiles posts on her occasionally too.
I do wish they would sell the martin fields twin packs though, as they are often cheaper than buying them individually and I always like to have a spare
I've had a Brando Ultraclear on my Hero. After applying the protector I noticed a small decrease in sensitivity.
Last week my Desire arrived, and I really had to adjust to the very sensitive screen. Much more stray touches, especially in the lower corner where my thumb is always close to the screen.
I'm gonna stick to the ultraclear.
There are the 5-for $5 screen protectors, and then there are the zagg/martin fields/etc ones which average about $10 for 1.
They all claim some fantastical properties (they protect helicopter blades, they have this-and-that coatings, anti scratch, anti glare, leap tall buildings in a single bound...)
I'd like to know -
do you have one?
which?
what do you think of it?
would you recommend it?
TNX
I had a brando ultraclear on my touch dual and now a martinfield, i can see the difference between the cheap one
Cheap or expensive, the real problem is getting the damn thing on properly. I prefer five cheap chances to one expensive.
I say what ever you do avoid the anti-glare ones. They make the screen very grainy... I'd rather not be able to see the screen in the sun than have a pixelated screen at all times.
Also avoid forever fitters from my experience. I've just ordered Brando Ultra Clear for my phone. Should arrive next week.
I have a Martin Fields one. It was really easy to apply, plus it came with an additional protector for the camera lens. I recommend it.
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I have a Martin Fields one. It was really easy to apply, plus it came with an additional protector for the camera lens. I recommend it.
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Link on ebay?
^ Doml.com. Got mine in two days.
i went for the official HTC from play for £5 for two cheapest ive found.
Invisible Shield from Zagg. More expensive than others but the lifetime warranty tempted me.
Also, very good customer service.
i just recently got the phone and for screen protector i have been looking a the clarivue anti-glare matte screen protector. have any of you guys used that screen protector? how is it? does it affect the touch capabilities in anyway?
also what are some good soft and firm gel cases. i don't really like plastic cases.
thanks
I don't have any screen protector since 4 moths, and the screen is like the day I have bought it.
dude i got the genuine htc screen protector and it works great, u can barely notice it's there and the touchscreen works just as before. u can get it for about 3 quid on ebay. as for the case... htc puts so much effort into making ur phone so slim and you shove a thick plastic case on it. if you wanna keep ur phone scratch free... be careful with it
To kill two birds with one stone. Get this kiddie.....
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...TC-Desire-Tough-Case-Black-Black/Product.html
Comes with a screen protector, and is a well made rubber case, with hard plastic clip-on outer shell. Very very pleased with mine! Don't mind the bulky look it gives it. Its well made too so doesn't cheapen the look of the phone like the hong kong ebay tat does.
If you want next day delivery, mobilefun also sell this case, but its £10 more with them for some reason.
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Buy insurance and just enjoy your desire naked
paprkut said:
Buy insurance and just enjoy your desire naked
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A mobile insurance is the most useless insurance you can get. It's useless on thefts because the phone gets stolen in most cases when it's unattended so the insurance does not jump in. If you have lost your phone, you anyway won't get any money back. Also it does not help you with physical damage due to "normal usage", including scratches. And in the case you are covered, you may pay a few $$ anyway (deductible).
At least that's the case for every mobile insurance here in my country. But I doubt it's much different in others.
Nibbelheim said:
I don't have any screen protector since 4 moths, and the screen is like the day I have bought it.
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mine too
i was looking for a screen protector but searching infos on internet i find this site: http://www.scratchdesire.de/
That's bull. I dropped my desire and cracked the screen. Without insurance I would of had to pay £400 for a new phone.
Mine covers loss as long as I was not negligent. Which I'm not.
i have this one:
http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Desire-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Desire-Torque-Case.asp
great case!
they give also a screen protector but i did not put on it
So ever since i got my one X i've been on a quest for a good screen protector. i started with cheapo ebay ones that were 6 for $2 but the edges lifted because it was a full screen protector and the quality wasnt great(they would scratch easily). I just recently bought the SGP screen protectors thinking because they were cut smaller i wouldnt have the issue of it lifting at the edges, but i still do. The quality of the SGP is good, it is not as fingerprint resistant as i had hoped but i still have the issue of it lifting. My gf has the Zagg HD on her phone which looks pretty good, does still have a bit of orange peel effect to it but otherwise covers a lot of the phone and does not lift at all because it is a wet application screen protector. I may have to buy one if i end up exhausting all other options, but till then i was wondering if anyone has found a screen protector they like on ebay before i pony up $30 for the Zagg HD at best buy
ZAGG HD, just do it
i wish i had bought a couple of those skinomis when they were .99 . i plan to use a case but from what ive seen the protector could work fine with a case
thatg said:
i wish i had bought a couple of those skinomis when they were .99 . i plan to use a case but from what ive seen the protector could work fine with a case
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Those were apparently a bad batch and they wouldn't fully dry or something.
I just got an AT&T branded one from the AT&T store (I got 3 of them for $12) and they applied it for me.
I must say it is very nice. It doesnt have the lifting at the edges because it doesn't go all the way to the edge, it just goes to the extent of the flat part of the screen.
Its clarity is nice and it has a good matte finish.
I picked up the full front and back Zagg yesterday had AT&T throw it on mine yesterday. They put it on for free and I'm liking it.
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the original or the HD? the original zagg is pretty awful in terms of orange peel and how your finger sticks to it. rohan when you say matte do you mean the antiglare? how does the screen protector do with scratches, some scratch more easily than others and become pointless because youre looking at a screen covered in scratches
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the original or the HD? the original zagg is pretty awful in terms of orange peel and how your finger sticks to it. rohan when you say matte do you mean the antiglare? how does the screen protector do with scratches, some scratch more easily than others and become pointless because youre looking at a screen covered in scratches
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I've only had it on for a day so I can't really tell you much about its durability, sorry.
And yeah I mean antiglare.
I said this in another thread about the Zagg HD.... The HD is FAR better than the regular Zagg in that there is ZERO orange-peel effect and it doesn't go all the way to the edge of the display so a case of any type won't pull up the edges at all. I've always used Zagg shields and because I used to work for Best Buy mobile I have become rather adept at installing them. The Zagg HD also gives you that 'glass' feel as well. It's almost like having nothing on your display at all.
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it does have some orange peel effect, nowhere near as much as the original but lets be real, its a sham. there should be no zagg hd, this is just an improved product over their original, unfortunately this is how businesses propose they make money. Make a better product and charge a premium for it. if it weren't $30 I would have had one the day it came out. i'd pay the original $15 zagg price but double that is just ludicrous LUDA!!!
thatg said:
it does have some orange peel effect, nowhere near as much as the original but lets be real, its a sham. there should be no zagg hd, this is just an improved product over their original, unfortunately this is how businesses propose they make money. Make a better product and charge a premium for it. if it weren't $30 I would have had one the day it came out. i'd pay the original $15 zagg price but double that is just ludicrous LUDA!!!
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To each his own.
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You can get 3 xtremeguards for about $4, no clue on the quality though
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1694281
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You can get 3 xtremeguards for about $4, no clue on the quality though
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1694281
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Thanks! watched a couple of reviews on ebay, doesn't look like theres any orange peel in the videos. ordered 2 front for my one x and a front and back for my future galaxy S3
I always buy the cheaper ones from eBay that don't have the 'water' application method. Tried that once, never again. Bad results.
I go for the Hong Kong ones, or USA resellers of them since they are cheap and work great for a couple years or more. I use disposable gloves in a humid bathroom to apply so as not to get much fingerprints/dust. Works great most of the time.
I also get the soft silicon cases from ebay which usually wrap around the front enough to cover the edges of the protector so I haven't noticed any edge peeling so far on the screen protector.