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[Q] zagg alternative

hi, just wondering if there's a zagg full protection alternative, like are there any other company's that make a full body protection skin for the desire hd?

Not yet, but I am using the one for EVO 4G from www.stealthguards.com. Not a perfect fit, but I got the best results (minimal smudges, no bubbles) for the $2 I spent on this, compared to the $10 I spent on various other screen protectors specifically meant for DHD!
I think they will come out with one for DHD, as it will be launched in the US soon (Telus).

I emailed stealthgaurd the other day and they replied saying they are planning making one for desire hd
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Case-mate make the clear armour which is similar I think But I might stick to the barely there for shock protection

sr20detx said:
hi, just wondering if there's a zagg full protection alternative, like are there any other company's that make a full body protection skin for the desire hd?
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Bodyguardz is a good option ..have them on my iPod ..gr8 quality..and no orange peel effect like zagg's..google for some discount coupons..u will get atleast 10% off.
Best part is these guys have a dry apply option ..was really scared to put all that liquid on my DHD..have ordered a full body kit..will take atleast 2-3 weeks to ship to India..will post a review as soon as i get them ..saw some pics of devdef protectors on this forum..didnt look too good on the back of the phone ..so i'm considering a case mate pop case for protecting my DHD's back.
Hope it helps..

www.bestskinsever.com , have some good expierences with them for my ipod touch protectors. Recently ordered my DHD skin there.

Stormingsoul said:
www.bestskinsever.com , have some good expierences with them for my ipod touch protectors. Recently ordered my DHD skin there.
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does it have the same sticky feeling and smudges like zagg's ?

Glass protection ?

Someone can suggest a good plastic screen protector ?
better if it's gloss ;-)

There are many cheap ones you can get off ebay, etc.
Don't waste your time with them.
Spend the extra cash and get a Martin Fields.
Google them

I've heard great things about the Martin Fields as well as the Brando and Vikuiti screen protectors. All are well made and will fit perfectly to the screen.

im using cheap ones from ebay working fine for me

Might has well post this question here.
Can you get a screen protector, that stop's the sun or daylight reflection on screen?

Ordered a Brando Anti Glare protector Watched some video's on youtube and it look very good cost £8

vibrione01 said:
Someone can suggest a good plastic screen protector ?
better if it's gloss ;-)
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http://www.dealextreme.com/p/lcd-screen-protector-with-cleaning-cloth-for-htc-g7-desire-42063

+1 for martin fields. Had mine since January, works well

Hi,
invisibleShield is a good choice.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmpFOUZoUX0
michael

rossw said:
+1 for martin fields. Had mine since January, works well
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does it prevent fingerprint?

axisminden said:
Hi,
invisibleShield is a good choice.
michael
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I had my silver htc desire since last summer, and yesterday i removed it because i wanna change house casing and put on a new. My shield had pretty much scratches after almoust a years use.
But to my supprise when i removed it, my display is like new. Not the smallest scratch on it.

Love my Vikuiti since April 2010.

I had a zagg invisible shield for around 6 months - bought and installed it with my Desire. Never used the phone without it.
I got fed up with the lumpy look it gave the screen and the feel of it.
Removed it last week and fitted the screen protector that came free with a Casemate case. Its excellent. My Desire feels like a new phone and I get why Swype works now for some people.
Long story short, don't buy a Zagg invisible shield if you want your screen to look good.
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Best screen protector?

Hey guys just bought my Triumph and waiting for it to come in the mail. I was wondering what the best screen protector would be for this phone. I'm considering the Rocketfish at best buy so I think I'm set on the case. I remember my friend had an iphone protector and it was a glossy look and feel rather than they smooth one. I really liked the feel of that one because my fingers never stuck to the screen. Well all opinions would be great thanks guys.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1294734
Just had this discussion over in the revo forums lol. Hope this helps
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Haro912 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1294734
Just had this discussion over in the revo forums lol. Hope this helps
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With reading that discussion, do you think the full protection is good enough to replace a case for the phone or would you recommend the Zagg screen protector with the Rocketfish case?

flynhawaiinjr said:
With reading that discussion, do you think the full protection is good enough to replace a case for the phone or would you recommend the Zagg screen protector with the Rocketfish case?
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Personally I hate cases.I have seen the full body ZAGG on one phone and that was like 2+ years ago on i believe a voyager... I didn't think it was bad and If I would get a "case" for my phone that's what I would get. My girlfriend has the MT and she got her case at bestbuy for like 15 or 20 bucks. It's not a bad little case and it doesn't bother me when I use her phone. She also had a ZAGG on it which is the only screen protector I've ever used. But I messed up putting it on her phone and she took it off and threw it away. The ZAGG was only like 12 or so from bestbuy.

Here is the case that I bought. I love it. The silicone keeps it from slide no matter where I seem to place it.
Silicone Case
and then I got this screen protector.
Skinomi
I have used the Skinomi skins on many different products and I love them. The whole self healing thing is pretty amazing and works great.

ZAGG is the way to go for sure. I've tried a lot of cheaper ones and all of them messed with how the display looked or felt while using the touch screen. It's worth the money.

You know that Triumph comes with built in screen protector, don't you? Mine does not show any signs of wear after more then a month of active use and little regard to how my phone is handled.
Just saying...

netscorer said:
You know that Triumph comes with built in screen protector, don't you? Mine does not show any signs of wear after more then a month of active use and little regard to how my phone is handled.
Just saying...
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Thats exactly what I was going to ask. I read that someone removed that factory screen protector and put a new one on because the response was delayed with the factory one and a new one. Anyone else deal with this?

You could always get a Best Skins Ever. It's exactly the same material as the Zagg shields, and it's much cheaper. I've tried both, and they're both fantastic.
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I removed the factory one and installed a Zagg. I like it.

Yeah I love the silicon case. Is there a privacy screen protector for the MT?
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I just started using this phone, with no additional screen protector since it comes with one over the gorilla glass.
If I do get one I would look into Skinomi. I use it for my gtablet and it works great, I have had it on since the beginning of the year and traveling around with no problems so far.

I personally use ArmorSuit, much better response than stock with the same material as Zagg at half the cost.

The best screen protector I've had is no screen protector.
I dropped my phone and scratched the factory second film. After that, I've been naked
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My best screen protector has been (for me) the cheapest one! You can find them dirt cheap (a dollar or two) if you search around. But if you constantly drop your phone, I would get a higher-end one, like Zagg or something.

Official Samsung Screen Protectors

I was just wondering if anybody has used Samsungs official screen protectors? Its £15 for 2 from their online store and it says its 92% transparent and anti reflective. I usually go with Steinheil from Spigen however it takes a while for them to release certain products (especially in the UK). If they arent very good can anyone recommend any good alternatives that dont reduce the quality of the screen?
When i had my Note 2 i put on a Spigen anti glare and it significantly reduced the screen quality so put an oleophobic one on instead and it was miles better. When i got my Note 3 i put an ultra crystal on it straight away. You pay a bit extra for the spigen ones but i would definitely say they are worth it however they havent released any for the tab s yet
Im one of those people who put a protector on straight out of the box so wont be able to compare the difference between having a protector on and not having one on but i still want it to look the best it possibly can

Schwuar said:
I was just wondering if anybody has used Samsungs official screen protectors? Its £15 for 2 from their online store and it says its 92% transparent and anti reflective. I usually go with Steinheil from Spigen however it takes a while for them to release certain products (especially in the UK). If they arent very good can anyone recommend any good alternatives that dont reduce the quality of the screen?
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I have the iLLumishield. It's probably the best I have used including some that were over $30. It's crystal clear, can hardly tell it's on. Fingers slide across like the bare glass and goes on easy. See link.
http://www.amazon.com/iLLumiShield-...t-Replacement/dp/B00KVNTZ9I/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t

I use a glass protector, better protection.

Eddie Hicks said:
I have the iLLumishield. It's probably the best I have used including some that were over $30. It's crystal clear, can hardly tell it's on. Fingers slide across like the bare glass and goes on easy. See link.
http://www.amazon.com/iLLumiShield-...t-Replacement/dp/B00KVNTZ9I/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t
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Yes. Illumishield has been awesome. Great protector.

kms108 said:
I use a glass protector, better protection.
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Agree. These type have saved my GS3 several times! Won't use anything else. On my TAB S and GNote8.

skeeterpro said:
Agree. These type have saved my GS3 several times! Won't use anything else. On my TAB S and GNote8.
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at least if they do get damaged, it's the protector first.
too bad you can't get glass protectors for the nokia lumina 930, just got this phone.

Screen Protector?

So I'm under the impression that the glass panel that covers the LCD is not made of gorilla glass, meaning it would (in theory) scratch relatively easily. This almost certainly necessitates a screen protector, then.
However, I'm only able to find tempered glass protectors (which would be a great added bit of protection) atm, and I hate them because of the dreaded "halo effect" that totally defeats the purpose of the bezel-less display. I've been a fan of the "helicopter-polymer" screen protectors, as once they're stuck, they're stuck; however, I'm unable to find any of those.
I snagged some of the cheapo "transparent-film" protectors (only redeeming part is they give you like 6 in a pack), hoping that I'll be able to get those to stick all the way down around the edges.
Anybody found a screen protector they like?

watch the youtube video where the scratch test is performed. it is near impossible to scratch the screen. i can't see any reason to use a screen protector on this phone given that the scratch test performed as well or better than any other flagship device
edit here it is
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CZj-l9MJmg

I have the mi mix pro version and using this glass screen protector. http://www.ebay.com/itm/142182915322
Perfect fit but has the rainbow effect on the middle of the screen. It looks like it disappears as time goes on though. It's edge to edge no halo.
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bigcc32 said:
So I'm under the impression that the glass panel that covers the LCD is not made of gorilla glass, meaning it would (in theory) scratch relatively easily. This almost certainly necessitates a screen protector, then.
However, I'm only able to find tempered glass protectors (which would be a great added bit of protection) atm, and I hate them because of the dreaded "halo effect" that totally defeats the purpose of the bezel-less display. I've been a fan of the "helicopter-polymer" screen protectors, as once they're stuck, they're stuck; however, I'm unable to find any of those.
I snagged some of the cheapo "transparent-film" protectors (only redeeming part is they give you like 6 in a pack), hoping that I'll be able to get those to stick all the way down around the edges.
Anybody found a screen protector they like?
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Hey, did the cheapo screen protectors work? I'm looking for a solution as well.

I Used Ali Express to purchase cases and screen protectors from China. You can download app from Play Store

Haven't Arrived Yet
jimtim1980 said:
Hey, did the cheapo screen protectors work? I'm looking for a solution as well.
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They haven't arrived yet, but I will post a review as soon as they do.

bigcc32 said:
They haven't arrived yet, but I will post a review as soon as they do.
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I'm riding naked right now. Couldn't take it anymore. Screen is too beautiful not to see. I'm using the phone for entertainment now until better cases arrive at my house.
I ordered some screen protectors as well.

jimtim1980 said:
I'm riding naked right now. Couldn't take it anymore. Screen is too beautiful not to see. I'm using the phone for entertainment now until better cases arrive at my house.
I ordered some screen protectors as well.
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Hardness test proved the ceramic is an 8, and the glass screen is a 6 (supposedly on par with most other flagship devices, even though there's supposedly no gorilla glass. I've been using it as my every day for about 2 weeks now, and the screen is pristine. I would like a film protector, but if it interferes with the otherwise gorgeous display, I may just run naked.
The case on the other hand is, in my opinion an absolute must. I like the one that came with it, and it seems like it would be pretty protective. I have no intention of accidentally dropping my cherished device (nor testing to see, even though it's insured), but it seems like minor drops might actually be handled quite well by the OEM case.

bigcc32 said:
Hardness test proved the ceramic is an 8, and the glass screen is a 6 (supposedly on par with most other flagship devices, even though there's supposedly no gorilla glass. I've been using it as my every day for about 2 weeks now, and the screen is pristine. I would like a film protector, but if it interferes with the otherwise gorgeous display, I may just run naked.
The case on the other hand is, in my opinion an absolute must. I like the one that came with it, and it seems like it would be pretty protective. I have no intention of accidentally dropping my cherished device (nor testing to see, even though it's insured), but it seems like minor drops might actually be handled quite well by the OEM case.
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Curious. How do you have it insured?

jimtim1980 said:
Curious. How subtly have it insured?
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Worth Ave Group. Always have had good experiences with them; they've never done me wrong, and they cover accidental damage.

bigcc32 said:
Worth Ave Group. Always have had good experiences with them; they've never done me wrong, and they cover accidental damage.
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I'll have to check that out for sure. I have never dropped a phone before but who knows. "knock on wood".
I found some pretty cool phone cases on eBay and one on Amazon. Hopefully they'll get here within the next few weeks.
Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/182363332970
Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/252650190591
Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/291963429459
Xiaomi Mi Mix Case, TopAce Slim Robot Armor Stand Shockproof Hybrid Rugged Rubber Hard back Case For Xiaomi Mi Mix (Silver) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N780PB2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_HLjvybQN0KHJ6

jimtim1980 said:
I'll have to check that out for sure. I have never dropped a phone before but who knows. "knock on wood".
I found some pretty cool phone cases on eBay and one on Amazon. Hopefully they'll get here within the next few weeks.
Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/182363332970
Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/252650190591
Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/291963429459
Xiaomi Mi Mix Case, TopAce Slim Robot Armor Stand Shockproof Hybrid Rugged Rubber Hard back Case For Xiaomi Mi Mix (Silver) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N780PB2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_HLjvybQN0KHJ6
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The last eBay link you posted is interesting as it does have what looks like extra corner protection. Might grab me one of those.

darveniza said:
I Used Ali Express to purchase cases and screen protectors from China. You can download app from Play Store
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How long did they take to get to you? Did you order them to be shipped to the US?
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psygnosi said:
I have the mi mix pro version and using this glass screen protector. http://www.ebay.com/itm/142182915322
Perfect fit but has the rainbow effect on the middle of the screen. It looks like it disappears as time goes on though. It's edge to edge no halo.
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My phone came with this case on it when i purchased it. Do you have a grid of little dots across the entire screen?

Yes it does. You notice it when screen is off.
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Ali Express shipping to USA take around 2 weeks

bigcc32 said:
They haven't arrived yet, but I will post a review as soon as they do.
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Have they arrived yet? Are they any good? Looking for screen protectors myself, but cant be arsed fluffing around with crappy ones.

Anyone find a good tempered glass protector?

I bought this a day ago, should get here tomorrow. will let you know. I didn't want to wait for the 2 weeks to get to the US
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQLV04B/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thorin78 said:
I bought this a day ago, should get here tomorrow. will let you know. I didn't want to wait for the 2 weeks to get to the US
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQLV04B/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I just installed this Screen protector and I have to admit that it fits very nicely. No air Bubbles or anything.
Unfortuanely, i can confirm the amazon Reviews, that the Touch responsveness is pretty bad

syther said:
I just installed this Screen protector and I have to admit that it fits very nicely. No air Bubbles or anything.
Unfortuanely, i can confirm the amazon Reviews, that the Touch responsveness is pretty bad
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Thanks. Looks like it'll be a return to amazon then. Maybe I'll go back to film instead of glass. I saw one on ebay for $3.
does it fit even w/ the case on?