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Anyone else using the sprint screen protectors for their epic? I just bought a pack and I'm really disappointed with them. They are just big enough to cover the screen it self. So there is no margin for error when putting them on. Also I think they are supposed to be anti-glare so make the beautiful screen of my epic hazy and almost pixelated. Any suggestions for decent clear screen protectors?
Does the epic really need a screen protector? I thought the screen was made from some super durable stuff?
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i know i made the sprint people put one on
i can take the hazyness until i get my skinomi
i recommend skinomi
Its still plastic and there are a lot of things that can scratch plastic.
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I'll give skinomi a try. Thanks.
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I took mine back for a refund. They just cost too much and made the screen feel unatural. They let me keep the one I had installed already until my new protectors came.
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People have been saying that the skinomi ones are too long I think... I'd recommend the phantom skinz one since I've had no problem, they have a cut out for the sensors and camera (which the skinomi does not have) and they have a lifetime guarantee.
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this is the one im talking bout i ordered one it has lifetime replacements and openings for the sensors and cam it is awesome on the htc hero so i hope it continues
Well, all I know is that at least the first batch of Skinomis didn't turn out so well. See this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=746037
Too long, but possibly good customer service? And like I said, no cutouts for the lights/sensor/camera. Skinomi has gotten plenty of good reviews for other phones, but for some reason the ones for the Epic haven't been well received.
the site i posted showed a different pic check it out
The Sprint ones are total crap. Took mine back a few hours after I bought them.
yes they are but fools wont take it back cuz i used one
Screen protectors are a waste of your money on this phone
thus why i removed mine
styckx said:
Screen protectors are a waste of your money on this phone
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I suppose the people with scratches on their glass already would disagree.
I work in dusty, dirty environments. Any phone of mine is getting protection.
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I suppose the people with scratches on their glass already would disagree.
I work in dusty, dirty environments. Any phone of mine is getting protection.
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Yup! I am no doubt in the minority but I have managed to scratch my screen. It was in strange circumstances having to do with hiking on a trail (and I hardly ever hike, less have my phone out...) but scratchedy it went. No 20ft heights or bouncing. Just fell face down from my pocket on a dirt path with a pebble somewhere in there. They're not invincible, people.
lol unless ur doing stuff like that you dont need a protector
under normal use pocket car table things like that no but if ur roughing it why not protect it and get a skinomi
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What site are you talking about?
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damn guess it was a different forum
but its on the skinomi website look at the top
Scratched mine easily... I have 2g steel plugs on my lobes, and the first time i heard them click against the screen I knew I'd have a problem. sure enough, there are tiny scratches from where my ear hit the screen. My fault for not putting a protector on sooner.
Also managed to put a little hairline scratch down by the menu button, but i have no clue how i did that.
My sexy beast just recovering after getting the Ghost Armor matte finish treatment.
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Looks nice, but this should probably go in the accessories section.
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nice, waiting for my matte body protector from sgp
did you install it yourself? Or did you take it and let them do it? I heard they are in Malls but they arent in any close to me
I installed it myself and then went to a party, lol. Install was super easy imo. Much better than Zagg.
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I installed it myself and then went to a party, lol. Install was super easy imo. Much better than Zagg.
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Does it leave any air bubbles? I think I want to try one to see if it would help protect the phone from more dust getting trapped under the screen
I think I'm still sticking with nekkid for now. Looks alright though.
Chicago has a mall that installs them but
I won a free full body zagg kit waiting when I return home from vacation!
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Zero bubbles, was easy compared to other brands. Phone still feels like a dream in hand.
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Does it leave any air bubbles? I think I want to try one to see if it would help protect the phone from more dust getting trapped under the screen
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You only get air bubbles if you're impatient and don't follow the instructions. Also, this will not prevent the issue with dust under the screen. The people including myself who have dust under the screen all received their devices with the dust already there. The LCD's are sealed and shouldn't allow any more dust to creep in. I hope that helps clear up your dust question.
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You only get air bubbles if you're impatient and don't follow the instructions. Also, this will not prevent the issue with dust under the screen. The people including myself who have dust under the screen all received their devices with the dust already there. The LCD's are sealed and shouldn't allow any more dust to creep in. I hope that helps clear up your dust question.
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That's not entirely true. My asian version of the sensation had some dust but it got worse over time. It started with just a few specks then it got worse within a few days. So if it was properly sealed the issue wouldnt have worsened over time, It would have stayed the same.
I just put one of these on (not ghostarmor, different brand) and the screen looks "fuzzy" probably because of the water still underneath the protector. Does this eventually dry up? I've squeegeed all I could out of it.
Give it a day or two.
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Got my ghost armor today, didn't realize it came as a 2-pack! For some reason mine doesn't matted like yours, it's still kinda glossy like zagg. The coverage of GA isn't as extensive as zagg or phantom skinz, the corners are left uncovered. This is a kinda of bad since when you drop your phone, the corners are usually the place that gets dinged.
My phone was just knocked off a coffee table onto a rug...
Must have met up with a grain of sand. I'm going to see that every time I look at the phone now...
Lesson learned? Use screen protector, even if you hate the rubbery feel
(tried my best to get a picture of it... pretty difficult to focus on)
I work in general construction. Meaning, dirt and saw dust is constantly flying around. I messed up in not buying a screen protector, and now the screen has a few hair line scratches that are only visible in certain lighting and at certain angles.
I don't really care though, cause I have SquareTrade insurance.
ahhh man i'm sorry . . mines got a few scratches on it which pisses me off everytime i see them, i don't even get how the screen got scratched. but that's just phones nowdays if you don't get a huge otterbox case stuffs gonna go down =/ F an otterbox case tho what's the point of the slimmest phone if we gotta do that?!
I recently dropped my phone as well with a case on, wasn't much help, the screen got chipped. however after examining it further, it seems that the screen has been treated with a gloss or some kind of finish on top of the glass. This may explain the scratching issue. It's really the gloss or finish that's being scratched off.
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I recently dropped my phone as well with a case on, wasn't much help, the screen got chipped. however after examining it further, it seems that the screen has been treated with a gloss or some kind of finish on top of the glass. This may explain the scratching issue. It's really the gloss or finish that's being scratched off.
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That may be true, but there's still a chip in the surface
Yes and it pisses me off just as much
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Annnnnnd theres another smaller knick near the top :'(
So I have been contemplating exchanging this phone for another because the lower plastic rear cover sticks out slightly on one side (was that way out of the box)... and I like my expensive things to be as perfect condition as possible (ironic, right?)
Think this damage to the glass will completely kill my chances of Amazon swapping out the phone?
Idk about amazon but I know T-Mobile wouldn't mention it especially if its not cracked cracked
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If you don't like the rubbery feel look up realook screen protectors on amazon you can't even tell they are there had one on my vibrant for 2 years before I got my one s and it still looks ok considering the abuse I put it through. I have one on both my wifes and my one s's and she can't tell it's there either.
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I had a Vibrant with Gorilla Glass that lasted 2 years without a screen protector and did not have a scratch on it. I thought my new One S would be the same.
Instead, after only 2 days - never having dropped it and with the phone only residing in my pocket (not the same pocket with my keys and change), my One S somehow got a hairline scratch on the screen.
I have since put a screen protector on it - though I much prefer not having one on it. Every time I see the scratch, I still get annoyed.
My advice to anyone considering buying a One S - before you even leave the store, invest in a screen protector.
Geesh.. makes me wonder if Sony's "scratch resistant" glass is actually any more durable..
I wasn't going to place a protector on my One S... but this changed my mind.
That's why you get a screen protector and a shell case right out of the box. If you are that particular about your expensive phone, it is well worth the extra cash. I got a shell case for mine and a screen protector as soon as I got my one s. Also helps resale value later if you have no scratches on it anyplace. X) I love my phone!
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That's why you get a screen protector and a shell case right out of the box. If you are that particular about your expensive phone, it is well worth the extra cash. I got a shell case for mine and a screen protector as soon as I got my one s. Also helps resale value later if you have no scratches on it anyplace. X) I love my phone!View attachment 1081917
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I knowwwww but I loved how the phone felt!! but I got a case anyway and had actually put it on earlier that day haha (just not the screen protector)
I learned my lesson the hard way too, now I use cheap matt protectors that I buy from Ebay for £3 for 5. Bargain considering my phone is worth nearly £350, thats as long as the screen stays scratch free
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Can anyone confirm if this is a legit Realook screen protector for our device?
http://www.amazon.com/REALOOK-T-Mobile-Screen-Protector-Crystal/dp/B007XNRZLE
Looks good on Amazon... Thanks!
Yes it is the exact same one I ordered and have on my one s right now.
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I've dropped mine loads of time without a screen protector on it and not a mark was left on it. Now I have a screen protector on it I see loads od scratches
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Cool, I am gonna order from Amazon ASAP. How does it feel compared to the glass, is it smooth or does it have some resistance? Or does it have any pixelation?
BTW, @enemyrex, Love the sig lol.
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I've dropped mine loads of time without a screen protector on it and not a mark was left on it. Now I have a screen protector on it I see loads od scratches
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Well at least they are on the screen protector! I hope?
I jus took off my zag hd bc it felt so damn grippy. And I must say I'm kinda falling in love with this phone all over again. Feels so much more responsive. Someone reassure me that it's ok to go protector less. I have 2 cases to kinda protect it.
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I don't use one and I've had no scratches. This is the first phone I haven't used one on. Usually it's the first thing I do but I love this screen without it.
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I don't use one and I've had no scratches. This is the first phone I haven't used one on. Usually it's the first thing I do but I love this screen without it.
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I don't use one either...keep it in my pocket most of the day with absolutely zero scratches.
USE A SCREEN PROTECTOR!! GORILLA GLASS OR NOT. you'll be sorry when it finally does scratch. dont use zagg i took mine off and used a cheapo ebay one works perfect
I used one with my iPhone 3G and never really liked the rubbery feel. When I got my iPhone 4, I couldn't bear to put anything on that screen. I felt the same way with my HOX. The screen is just too damn nice to cover up with anything. I'm getting some microscratches but they are only visible in direct sunlight, so it doesn't bother me much.
Get a protector. Mine scratched (had it for a month). It wasn't major but keys and phone in same pocket dont go well. Even if you try to avoid it.. eventually it will happen. Small light scratches
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Get a protector. Mine scratched (had it for a month). It wasn't major but keys and phone in same pocket dont go well. Even if you try to avoid it.. eventually it will happen. Small light scratches
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This is a good point. If you're going bareback, you need to be more careful. My HOX gets a pocket to itself--nothing else goes in there.
No protector since day-one, little hairlines are all over the screen. They're so innocuous that it has to be off and in the sunlight for me to see, but they're there, and I'm pretty sure it's only going to get worse over the next 8+ months I that I'll have the phone before moving on.
I'm very, VERY picky about scuffs and whatnot, I carry this thing by itself in my pockets and never place it face down, I can only assume the screen has something against expensive dress-slack pockets.
My Evo 4G and Evo 3D both went a year in the same conditions with absolutely none of these little hairline scuffs, and that's the only part about it that really gets me. My Evo 4G screen actually cracked (dropped a PSP on it from only about a foot, but the metal corner hit and it was toast) and I replaced it myself with an OEM screen (fingers were crossed) and even that screen never saw a single scuff mark.
I'm getting one of those full-body clear application things. We'll see how that goes.
*insert obligatory "this has been talked about" post*
Now that it's out of the way. It's seriously a YMMV thing. Absolutely no scratches on my HOX. And absolutely no scratches on my old Skyrocket.
Sporting the otterbox defender with no screen protector and always in clip when not in use.
No screen protector, no case. I HATE screen protectors, they completely ruin the feel of the screen.
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I don't like cases or screen protectors. They ruin the look and feel of the phone. Cases make it fat, no matter how thin they are. Screen protectors ruin the smooth slick feel of the screen, and remove some visual quality, no matter how good the protector is.
Same with my old Sensation, no protector, but it wasn't scratched.
All it takes is common sense. Don't put the phone in the same pocket as your keys etc...
I never put my phone in my pocket. I use a side pouch.
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Somewhere between loving our phones as much as we do, and keeping them immaculate is a magical place where we can just use and enjoy them.
I can't imagine this phone with a screen protector. But I am running a Case-Mate Smooth, which I can't recommend highly enough!
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Mine got a very deep scratch after 2 days. Its about a 1/4" long, and looks horrible. I was very carefull with my phone but I must have had a piece of sand in my pocket. Now that it's too late, I purchased a zagg shied.
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No screen protector here. No scratches either in the 2 months I've had the phone. However i do expect to get hairline scratches sometime.
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I didn't use one on my captivate, and didn't have any issues thanks to a case that kept the glass off surfaces. I've got the same thing with this, plus gorilla glass. I'm sure it'll be fine if you're not completely reckless!
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Using Liquid Armor. Put it on let it rest for 24 hours then buffed out the marks. Got it for $15 on Amazon. No scratches yet. Screen feels good and picture looks great still
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I think that some people buy the wrong screen protectors. I can't even tell mine is there and it actually makes it easier for my finger to slide across the screen.
Plus there's always a risk of getting a scratch when you least expect it, like from a wallet...
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I wanted to see how many people use screen protectors . If they don't will it scratch easily or has anyone have any scratches because I hate my screen protector and I would to use it with out it but I dont wanna have scratches
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I don't use one, I did on my previous phones. I always hated the way the screen protectors felt compared to the bare glass.
The only scratches I have are from dropping my phone on the street, they are more like little nicks in the screen than
scratches. Now that I already have some, I don't think I'll put a screen protector on. I do have a screen protector that came
with my Otterbox if I feel like putting one on.
I figure that by the time I need a new phone, I'll already have a job and enough money to buy a new phone, so I don't feel like
babying this phone too much.
I've been rockin mine completely naked since release back in may.. hardly any scratches, only noticeable in a well lit area with the screen off at a certain angle. My phone went face first on the cement and slid about 7 inches, and I also dropped mine and I slid across my wood floors and still nothing.
However my buddy has deep scratches that can catch a fingernail. Someone else I know dropped his and the screen cracked from about a foot off the ground..
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I've been rockin mine completely naked since release back in may.. hardly any scratches, only noticeable in a well lit area with the screen off at a certain angle. My phone went face first on the cement and slid about 7 inches, and I also dropped mine and I slid across my wood floors and still nothing.
However my buddy has deep scratches that can catch a fingernail. Someone else I know dropped his and the screen cracked from about a foot off the ground..
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Lol yeah I think I'm stick with a screen protector
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If you're a girl (which you may be, judging by your picture) you keep your phone in your purse. Purses are dirty and have sand/dirt in them. Sand will scratch your phone.
*this is based on my previous girlfriends. You might be cleaner than them.
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i use the screen protector that came with my otterbox. after awhile you don't notice it's there.
i got a little nick in the screen protector on my last phone. i don't want to know what would have happened without it!
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Yeah I just though the screen couldn't get scratched . But guess I'm keep mine on .
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Only problem with me is I hate to cover up this beautiful screen! It was the main selling point of the phone for me. The way I see it is the screen protector will get scratched too, slaying the gorgeous LCD. It'll preserve the glass, but I'll get a new phone with my upgrade and this one will be passed down to maybe my godchild or someone. Screen protectors are perfect for long term users/others looking for the highest resale value
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Only problem with me is I hate to cover up this beautiful screen! It was the main selling point of the phone for me. The way I see it is the screen protector will get scratched too, slaying the gorgeous LCD. It'll preserve the glass, but I'll get a new phone with my upgrade and this one will be passed down to maybe my godchild or someone. Screen protectors are perfect for long term users/others looking for the highest resale value
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Yeah I want to keep.in good condition because when a new phone I like comes out I sell this one.and put up the difference . Because I don't got a contact and get upgrades. I wish lol I wouldn't have to pay so much for phones
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Yeah I want to keep.in good condition because when a new phone I like comes out I sell this one.and put up the difference . Because I don't got a contact and get upgrades. I wish lol I wouldn't have to pay so much for phones
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this is the second reason i use a screen protector (e.g., helps with resale value). i've had one on my phone from day one; not much of risk taker when it comes to the screen.
No screen protector here. Not one scratch either. This screen is too nice to cover up.
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No screen protector here. Not one scratch either. This screen is too nice to cover up.
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Yeah some people I know told me they didn't get scratches some told me they did. I'm on the.fence of taking mine off. Or find a really good screen protector
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Yeah some people I know told me they didn't get scratches some told me they did. I'm on the.fence of taking mine off. Or find a really good screen protector
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You should be good as long as you don't put it in your pocket with your keys or anything that can scratch it. Also, remember to lightly get most of the dust off before you wipe off finger prints. That way you won't get any small hairline scratches. If you're careful you should be good without one.
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I've always preferred naked.
Having said that I've damaged a few too.
If u want to resell, use a cover for the back and a protector for the screen.
The polycarbonate backing within a few days started to show marking.
The screen has a very feint hairline scratch down the middle, but it hasn't been dropped & I'm very careful with handling it.
I'm yet to find covers or protectors that keep the phone looking good as nude, but if u want it looking good as new u wanna cover it up.
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I looked up closest ghost armor retailer and had them install the clear ghost armor on the screen and the black carbon weave armor on the back.
I originally had them put a white one on the back as my X is white, but went back and they changed it to a black one for me at my request. Looks good in white an black.
Cost of two pieces installed was 20 bucks, 5 bucks if I ever need a half replaced for life of phone.
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I have never used a screen protector. When I bought my One X I was talked into the Zagg protector from an AT&T employee, It wasn't bad but after it started getting hot here in AZ, I pulled it out of my pocket and the screen protector was slidin around. So I took it off. Havn't bothered to replce it and actualy like it better without.
I have always preferred naked phones.
I have never found a screen protector that doesn't make the phone less responsive or make the screen less crisp.
Looking at your phone wrong can cause the One X screen to scratch. (See the thread in the general section, or just Google One X screen scratch)
Others have recommended the Zagg HD screen protector, but I haven't tried one myself.
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I don't have a case but always had a clear screen protection on my devices amd never felt a difference. I'd rather pit one on then having to look at a deep scratch every time I look at the screen, that's thousand times more annoying to me.
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