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I was just wondering if Gorilla glass can withstand pocket condition where there is a standard bus card, a student ID and some dollar notes.

not really... items you carry in your pocket are not a problem, but dust is. Dust can scratch anything, even gorilla glas... I recommed using some screen protector, even the cheapest ones on ebay can do the trick

i dont need sc protector.
My phone is sgs.
i have a gorilla glass.

Yes, so long as the cards are not on the glass side. I have SGS1 since August 2010, it's used daily and always carried in pocket, never used a screen protector, it still looks like new.
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I am searching also for a screen protector. If you guys think that the gorilla glass works, I`ll give it a try also.

Fair enough
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I have galaxy i5700 without gorilla glass ofc and I carried it in my pocket without other items = perfect glass surface after 1.5 years.
I bought used sgs from my friend and it have some small scratches I guess some of them are from outside pocket condition and others from change caring or something.
I think your screen should be safe if you avoid things to touch it like stated above and screen protector could lessen touch screen sensitivity.

GS more than a year old, sinds i bought it, its in mij pocket, take it out and put it in 100 times a day, not a sigle scratch on the screen !
Bur only the phone, nothing else in te pocket ;-)

Screen protectors don't lower the sensitivity. I have my S+ for half a year and if I look from certain angle i can see 2 scratches. But I don't really know why because I take care of it. I think screen protectors are somehow necessary

gorilla glass is enought, you dont need to use any extra protection

I agree , its a myth that screen protectors lower the sensitivity of touchscreen .
I am sure gorilla glass can withstand scratches , but i use a screen protector anyway.
The only place the sgs gets scratched is around the metallic rim , neither the glass or plastic backcover gets scratched.
The only gripe are those ugly fingerprint smudges.

I'm using this screen protector: Vikuiti DQC160
It works fine and the phone is as responsive as before...
Even better is, that it's easy to clean. Just like the original Gorilla Glass. Wiping over the display, and every fingerprint vanishes

mine gorila glaz got few huge scratches from sand in my poscket at summer and hell of small ones. You should buy some cheap one screen protector from DX or focalprice if you want to have a clear screen if it is not to late already

gorilla glas is not enough...! don't believe that.
i had a screen protector since first day on my galaxy s. one day i wanted to try it without as everybody told that nothing will happen.
result: after ONE DAY without screen protector i had a deep scratch which i can see easily. i took back the screen protector on the phone. and i even didn't notice how the scratch could be produced, and i still don't know. i assume i scratched it on the metal clip of my belt by taking it out of my pocket. there was nothing in my pocket that could have scratched the screen.
so it is more resistant than normal glass, but if u are unfortune u could easily catch a scratch. or you have luck and nothing happens. but the risk is definitely there...

Screen protector is a must for me. My phone is almost an year old but still not even a single scratch on screen.
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If you care if it, you don't need any sp
Imho
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If you do not wear keys or other sharp objects in the same same pocket with phone, the screen will not get scratched. I have my phone almost one year and still no single scratch

You guys are paranoid. I seriously use the phone for six months and the display do not have any scratches. Buy a normal bag or holster, and enough stupidity to suffer.

dont play with your expensive phone just buy a good 3-layer anti scratch screen guard and it will work for you perfectly...
screens are expensive and the guard saved me a lot of times.

Exactly how scratch resistant are our screens?

A lot of people use screen protectors and some don't....
I bought two but both got dust underneath them while installing them....and then they started peeling because of my case......
I do baby my phone to some extent and use it sensibly..
To people who use the phone naked how scratch resistant is the screen? Is it as good as an iPhone 4/4S (just a reference because my mom's has no screen guard from almost a year and there are no scratches at all....)?
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Its pretty good tbh, I've never had any scratch or any sort of screen protection on any of my phones, to be fair Ive dropped quite a few times and it has one minor scratch at bottom of screen, but its very minimal, other than that its pretty solid I've had in pocket with coins keys, dropped it and feel out pocket a couple of times. I'd say it matches the iPhone 4s screen resistance my gf got that and she is just as clumsy as me.
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tiru.adi13 said:
A lot of people use screen protectors and some don't....
I bought two but both got dust underneath them while installing them....and then they started peeling because of my case......
I do baby my phone to some extent and use it sensibly..
To people who use the phone naked how scratch resistant is the screen? Is it as good as an iPhone 4/4S (just a reference because my mom's has no screen guard from almost a year and there are no scratches at all....)?
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Keep in mind that EVERY phone is susceptible to micro scratches. Scratches happen when an object that is harder than the screen comes in contact with it. Since our screens are gorilla glass, it is harder than keys, coins, knives, etc. These objects won't scratch the screen.
But dust and sand have particles in them that are as hard as diamond so any phone (including iphones) will get micro scratches after a while. If you hold your mom's phone up to the light you'll see them.

I put a very small (almost invisible) scratch in mine shortly after getting it. I think it came from dropping it in the local golf course pro shop (commercial carpet on concrete slab), where I am guessing some embedded sand was the culprit. Sand has no problem scratching glass - even Gorilla Glass. Since then, no other scratches have surfaced on either the front or back. I make sure my pockets are free from sand and dirt.
I do not like screen protectors. IMHO, the ruin the look and feel of a nice phone.

Mine was dropped from my pant's pocket and I have one visible scratch in the front glass near top.
Tough I have also tested nailing the front with T5 Torx screw driver without a single scratch but this fall from pocket was not that major fall but the scratch is there. :crying:
I have a rev_11 Nexus manufactured in May 2013. Its Indian version.
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I have never put any scratch guard or covers on any of my phones but this time it seems I will have to get some slim cover for the back atleast.

I didn't use screen protectors for a long time until I noticed the micro scratches all over in certain lighting. the good ones are very scratch resistant and hardly feel any different from the glass. Ive tried more than a few between my iphone and nexus, and the SGP ultra crystal are my favorite by far. I like them even better than the expensive tempered glass screen protectors.
you can get a dust free installation pretty easily with the dry install protectors. The secret is using tape to remove any dust that gets trapped under it. I've only ever had one dust free install that didn't require the use of tape. The steamy shower trick makes it even easier. Then, on the oleophobic surfaces you can even actually very slowly massage the protector around the glass after installation, which means it's very easy to get perfect placement.
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I have a very light scratch on my screen. I wanted to play with it before covering it. Of course, with my luck, I got one within 24 hours. I think it was when my little maltese walked over it. Unless it was just my dry fingers cutting it up.

Off the bat I used my N4 without a screen protector for the front (one for the back though) and I had not a single scratch on the front for ~4 months.
I have screen protectors on the front now and it doesn't really matter to me, but I did drop it in the washroom where it dented the screen. Besides that, no micro scratches or anything, so I say the Nexus 4 is solid.

how does the screen get dented? you mean the chrome around the screen right?!

Ive had the phone for a few months and never used a case however there are some micro scratches which are barely visible, more on the back than the front. I got a diztronik slim case to use when i will be working in a dirty environment which helps, but 90% of the time NO CASE NAKED IS THE WAY TO GO. (I have dropped it twice luckily only a small mark on the edge/border ring)

I would highly recommend a case or a screen protector. When I first got the phone I decided not to use a case and within a few days had several scratches on the back and one on the front side without ever dropping it.
I got a case that lasted me a few months then fell apart and got ugly so i took it off and now I got 2 NEW scratch on the top right by the camera
Now I'm trying to find whats the best screen protector then might add the bumper.

funky_snowman said:
I didn't use screen protectors for a long time until I noticed the micro scratches all over in certain lighting. the good ones are very scratch resistant and hardly feel any different from the glass. Ive tried more than a few between my iphone and nexus, and the SGP ultra crystal are my favorite by far. I like them even better than the expensive tempered glass screen protectors.
you can get a dust free installation pretty easily with the dry install protectors. The secret is using tape to remove any dust that gets trapped under it. I've only ever had one dust free install that didn't require the use of tape. The steamy shower trick makes it even easier. Then, on the oleophobic surfaces you can even actually very slowly massage the protector around the glass after installation, which means it's very easy to get perfect placement.
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Another tip is to take a hot shower and do the application immediately afterward so that the dust settles and no more falls on the screen during application. Worked perfectly for me
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My first Nexus 4 got a lot of small scratches at the corners on the screen, I took great care of it but I guess my pockets scratched it? I got a replacement and it is a lot better. I have about a 1mm scratch in the center only from having my keys in the same pocket. I have a bumper and I only have one screen protector on the back now because I heard it's not gorilla glass and it's more pron to scratches.

I use a tempered glass screen protector regardless of durability. I hate having scratches at all and my last nexus 4 before I rma'd had scratches visible and annoying in sunlight.
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I got 2 scratches on the back
I got a front screen guard but no back screen guard
I never kept my phone on its back (rarely do)
I guess I scratched it using my own fingernails which I am too lazy to cut
These 2 scratches make me feel so bad that I just ordered a ballistic case

[Q] Does the N5 screen scratch easily?

I remember when I got my Galaxy Nexus and kept it unprotected in my pocket, it developed some nasty scratches in the coating on the screen. It was very sensitive to even pocket lint. When I got a warranty replacement the first thing I did was take it directly to get a screen protector. On the other hand my Nexus One and HTC Panache never scratched after months bare in the pocket.
Any thoughts on whether the N5 screen is "safe" in a pocket unprotected?

Curious about this also although there's certainly no way to tell. Its got Gorilla Glass 3 on if you care about a name.
I can say this, my Nexus 7 screen has taken a helluva beating, between dropping remote controls, PlayStation controllers and my HTC one (metal down), it doesn't have a scratch on it.
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cmstlist said:
I remember when I got my Galaxy Nexus and kept it unprotected in my pocket, it developed some nasty scratches in the coating on the screen. It was very sensitive to even pocket lint. When I got a warranty replacement the first thing I did was take it directly to get a screen protector. On the other hand my Nexus One and HTC Panache never scratched after months bare in the pocket.
Any thoughts on whether the N5 screen is "safe" in a pocket unprotected?
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The Nexus 5 has a Gorilla Glass 3 screen, while the Galaxy Nexus used some sort of "fortified glass" from an un-named manufacturer to perhaps save costs. I would expect the Nexus 5 to be a little more scratch-resistant as a result, but obviously that doesn't mean you can't or won't get scratches.
You have to decide for yourself whether or not a screen-protector is worth it. I have tended to go with one for the extra peace-of-mind, but it isn't without trade-offs, because I do find interacting with the touchscreen is nicer when it is stock.

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The Nexus 5 has a Gorilla Glass 3 screen, while the Galaxy Nexus used some sort of "fortified glass" from an un-named manufacturer to perhaps save costs. I would expect the Nexus 5 to be a little more scratch-resistant as a result, but obviously that doesn't mean you can't or won't get scratches.
You have to decide for yourself whether or not a screen-protector is worth it. I have tended to go with one for the extra peace-of-mind, but it isn't without trade-offs, because I do find interacting with the touchscreen is nicer when it is stock.
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Excellent response. +1

Gorilla glass 3 should definitely make for a pretty scratch resistant screen, but sand will still scratch it(hardness 7) . As well as diamond (hardness 10) . Anything with a hardness factor of 6 or higher I believe. All common metals won't scratch the screen at all so that's nothing to worry about. I don't use a screen protector on my One and it has only 2 tiny scratches you can only see when shining a bright light over the spot. If keeping the screen perfect is that important you should get a glass screen protector. Spigen's actually has a hardness factor of 7 or 8 I believe which is real impressive.
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Yeah, I was just shocked after the resilience of the N1 and Panache (MyTouch 4G) screens that something as simple as pocket lint could so terribly scar the GNex screen. So I would hope for better.
I do like that cool touch of glass on warm fingers.

My HTC One X has "Corning Gorilla Glass 2" and got a big fat scratch.
My Phone will arrive on Monday and first thing to do is applying a screen protector

OK well it's not as blatant as on the GNex, but in the glare of bright direct light I can see very tiny surface scratches, presumably from little pocket lint abrasions.
In any case I just initiated a warranty swap for dead pixels. I have never heard of Google rejecting a warranty swap for minuscule wear-and-tear imperfections. So I will take my chances with the swap and bring the new one to my trusty local applicator to get a protector applied.

Does anyone not use a screen protector?

Stopped using mine, and love it. Just an overall more pleasant experience with the phone, and plan on keeping it off.
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+1
I see no need for a screen protector if your device is equipped with Gorilla glass (and you are handling it carefully).
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I always use tempered glass screen protector to make sure fine grits of sand and any hard object don't scratch the screen. I can live with scratched bezels like that on my Note 4 but not on any of my phones's screen.

Never used a protector and have not had any problems. If I was a construction worker or farmer I'd put it in a case, but I have a desk job so it's never exposed to harsh conditions.

Dropped my phone in the parking lot a few months ago. The tempered glass took a chip on the edge, but my screen was fine. I dare not think about what would have happened to the screen otherwise.

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After a lot of drops, screen still looks intact. But from closer look I can see some scratches. If it wasn't Gorilla glass 3 I will definitely buy screen protector.

I often sell my phones and the first thing a buyer looks for are scratches on the screen; therefore, I always use a tempered glass screen protector. Over time, I find that fine scratches will develop, even with Gorilla glass.

As seen on the android wear watches. Gorilla glass is very good against breaking, or destroying, but isn't as good against scratches, so these little scratches always build over time. I've never used any kind of these glass temmpered protectors or whatever nonsense, because the gorilla glass is sufficient enough against breaking, and when u drop the phone on the edge, the glass won't save you either way and the display will crack due to the "construction" of gorilla glass. It's very dense and strong against any impact from the front side, but is very fragile to impacts from "sides". So I use a foil from myscreenprotector dot com. I have S IV for almost 2 years now, and I'm really harsh on it. I've dropped it like zillion times, It even fell a couple times from stairs and nothing happened. My middle frame had pieces falling out, so I've changed it, I've changed the back cover and I'm planning on changing the front frame, because its compltely shattered at some places. But the screen never cracked. And the foil from the site... I can't even see it on the display, It doesn't feel different to touch and I use to replace it every year or so (8$ isn't that much...) and when I peel the foil off the display, the display is as new as the first day I got it, no scratches what so ever
EDIT: I've started with the android wear... I currently have huawei watch for 3 months and it has sapphire glass, which is not as strong as gorilla glass, but is extremely good vs scratches... And I've never seen anyone, who would stomp on their watch, but you can scratch them anywhere...

I don't. Each to their own I guess.

Gorilla glass is too high rated. I've seen drop tests for all Samsung S phones, from about shoulder height. They all ended up with broken screens. Gorilla glass my ass.
The Oukitel K4000's screen is amazing. You can hammer nails with it and the screen won't even have a scratch. Manufacturers should start making screens like the K4000's screen.

Gorilla glass my ass, its scratch easily in my jeans back pocket,, so i put on tempered glass

My protection
In the 2 1/2 years I used the S4, I never used a screen protector. My protection came from using a Nite Ize belt holster made of ballistic nylon with a flap. I do have a line across the front of the phone from wear of putting it in or out of the holster but it doesn't detract from the appearance. The phone has been dropped on occasion on a variety of surfaces with no damage to the screen.
As has been noted, YMMV. FWIW, I have moved on to the Moto X Pure and use the same type holster along with the plastic bumper that came with the phone. No drops yet but am thinking about getting a tempered glass cover.

i had a zagit but got tired of the dull screen so I removed it...glad i did and haven't scratched the screen yet

I gave up on screen protectors. They are expensive, difficult to put on the right way without getting dust underneath, and the glass ones are so fragile. Last one I tried literally snapped in my hand trying to align it to the screen. Something that fragile will not provide much protection even though it looks good.

I use a random tempered glass screen + an otterbox defender with the built in screen protector removed.

I have this case. $15 at a stand at the mall. Rubberized layer to wrap the phone, tough tight fitting outer shell with a grippy back, bumpers on the corners and raised rubber around the screen bezel to keep the screen from making contact with the floor in case of face down drops or rubbing in the pockets. Only complaint i have with it is the holes for the volume and power buttons are a little too flush, making it a bit of a pain to get used to, but adjusting wasnt so bad after a while. And again the case is tight fitting, so getting it on and off is a minor headache but worth it. Tested drops from arms length above my head (I'm 5'9", so say about 6'8"), not a single mark on the screen. Just cracked the plastic above the volume buttons. No need for screen protector here though a tempered one would be nice. However I agree the loss in sensitivity with a screen protector on is not worth the hassle of actually applying it and risking the nasty bubbles. At $5+ a pop, having them eventually peel at the edges and get dirt under it can cause more damage than normal wear and tear if your careful enough

I never use screen protector.

chiruscan said:
I gave up on screen protectors. They are expensive, difficult to put on the right way without getting dust underneath, and the glass ones are so fragile. Last one I tried literally snapped in my hand trying to align it to the screen. Something that fragile will not provide much protection even though it looks good.
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I use those cheap Walmart screen protectors, and the key to putting them on is the tape trick. Barely have any bubbles underneath.
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Ereniemis said:
As seen on the android wear watches. Gorilla glass is very good against breaking, or destroying, but isn't as good against scratches, so these little scratches always build over time. I've never used any kind of these glass temmpered protectors or whatever nonsense, because the gorilla glass is sufficient enough against breaking, and when u drop the phone on the edge, the glass won't save you either way and the display will crack due to the "construction" of gorilla glass. It's very dense and strong against any impact from the front side, but is very fragile to impacts from "sides". So I use a foil from myscreenprotector dot com. I have S IV for almost 2 years now, and I'm really harsh on it. I've dropped it like zillion times, It even fell a couple times from stairs and nothing happened. My middle frame had pieces falling out, so I've changed it, I've changed the back cover and I'm planning on changing the front frame, because its compltely shattered at some places. But the screen never cracked. And the foil from the site... I can't even see it on the display, It doesn't feel different to touch and I use to replace it every year or so (8$ isn't that much...) and when I peel the foil off the display, the display is as new as the first day I got it, no scratches what so ever
EDIT: I've started with the android wear... I currently have huawei watch for 3 months and it has sapphire glass, which is not as strong as gorilla glass, but is extremely good vs scratches... And I've never seen anyone, who would stomp on their watch, but you can scratch them anywhere...
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Agree. See no point in the tempered glass protectors when they're not gonna prevent your glad from shattering. I just use those $10 screen protectors from Walmart just to prevent little scratches from dirt and stuff. And really, I only use screen protectors now because I realize how" wet" and harder to slide your finger across a baked screen can get. Screen protectors makes swiping e screen much smoother and easier.
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I haven't. However I do have a case that has a slight bumper around the top of my screen, therefore there is no huge need for me to have one.

Is a Screen Protector Really Necessary?

I just removed my screen protector. I've forgotten how nice the front glass feels.
I'm this day and age of gorilla glass, is a screen protector really necessary? Do you use one?

Yes, i used the phone naked for 2-3 weeks, was super careful and still got microscratches all over the screen - so no don't do it.

Gorilla Glass 5 scratches like crazy. I've not used a screen protector since 2008 and yet I somehow have a scratch on my display. All of the flagships use Gorilla Glass 5 and all of them have problems with scratches and the glass breaking so get a good case too.

screen protector is a must trust me
gorilla glass 5 has lower scratch resistance than 4 and 4 has lower than 3
they exchanged impact protection for scratch protection
and they failed at both of them XD

Yes I was using the HTC wallet case and managed to get a hairline scratch. It is only visible at certain angles in certain light with the screen off but that does not matter. Once you know its there it's over lol.

I just can't bring myself to use a screen protector.
I use cases when I'm away from home but these come off at home....& certainly no screen saver.
Heh. I got a scratch on one of my phones!
Still...I just can't do it. I want to feel the phone.

I've been using mine since the Solar Red that I got was released .. and I've had no scratches on the screen and I have a thin shell case on it just to prevent scratches on the back and for a bit more grip when holding it. I've had no issues at all. I also don't put it in my pocket with keys, coins or anything else. I seriously hate screen protectors.
So I vote no on the necessity of plastic on the screen.

I don't use a screen protector with my U11 at all. First time in 15 android phones I've been able to do this. My screen is nearly scratch free after over a year of careless use, drops, keys, etc.
The gorilla glass on this one is super strong.