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Im ultra pissed, i know gorilla glass is not scratch proof, but scratch resistant and its supposed to be immune to key scratches, but it cant take dust? my phone has a new scratch because yesterday i was in house thats under construction and its really dusty, i googled and turns out the gorilla glass kryptonite is dust
Lmao... thanks for sharing unanswered i am sorry your phone had to go through that
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Chad_Petree said:
Im ultra pissed, i know gorilla glass is not scratch proof, but scratch resistant and its supposed to be immune to key scratches, but it cant take dust? my phone has a new scratch because yesterday i was in house thats under construction and its really dusty, i googled and turns out the gorilla glass kryptonite is dust
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Well, it all depends on what kind of dust, obviously.
I work with alot of shop type of stuff. Filing a piece of aluminum produces dust, metal dust.
Putting a piece of sandpaper in your pocket, the granules can rub off the paper, leaving abrasive particulates behind, even after the sandpaper itself is long gone.
I learned my lesson with my captivate. Put it in my shirt pocket, with nothing else. Later on I discovered hairline scratches, so some tiny crap was left in the pocket that I couldn't detect, and the phone got scratched.
I'd also be wary of holsters that don't have a soft felt inner lining on the side that contacts the screen. If it's leather-lined, as many inexpensive ones are, well, leather abrades. Strops for honing blades aren't made of leather for no reason.
FWIW
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I kinda felt like the $15 that AT&T charged for the screen protectors was expensive.... until I considered the cost of a new phone (or the hassle of replacing a screen).
ST3ALTHPSYCH0 said:
I kinda felt like the $15 that AT&T charged for the screen protectors was expensive.... until I considered the cost of a new phone (or the hassle of replacing a screen).
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+1000000. Don't be cheap... buy a screen protector and protect your investment.
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cavsoldier19d said:
+1000000. Don't be cheap... buy a screen protector and protect your investment.
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Its not being cheap it's just that i dont like screen protectors, they always look like they're "there" and dont look as good as the "naked screen"
Don't buy the ones from ATT they come off within 2 weeks... and naked screen I found to be amazing once I took of my peeling screen protector.
And if you are working in conditions like that I would suggest you get the otterbox defender case, thing is a beast.
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ThEiiNoCeNT said:
Don't buy the ones from ATT they come off within 2 weeks... and naked screen I found to be amazing once I took of my peeling screen protector.
And if you are working in conditions like that I would suggest you get the otterbox defender case, thing is a beast.
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no no, i usually dont go to places like that, but im really pissed because its the second scratch on my inspire, the first one happened with the phone on my pocket, without a key or a coin on the same pocket! , im gonna get a screen protector, i dont want a case
ThEiiNoCeNT said:
Don't buy the ones from ATT they come off within 2 weeks... and naked screen I found to be amazing once I took of my peeling screen protector.
And if you are working in conditions like that I would suggest you get the otterbox defender case, thing is a beast.
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Bought mine from AT&T. Screwed up the first one (thought the foggy stiff side was the adhesive protector... BTW, the ones from AT&T come in a 2 pack), but the first one is still on and I'm starting my 6th or 7th week with it. That might have something to do with the silicon cover I have though. It actually wraps around the front far enough that it overlaps the screen protector.
I know it came with 2 but I figured the first one came off so quick why put on the other... I also bought a couple off of eBay so I will put them on when I feel the time is right, and I think my case contributed to removing quicker also...it sit right on the edge of the screen, not on the screen but to the side and I think it could have interfered with it...
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Well. Looks like u have to make a decision... have a clearer screen with scratches on it (because no matter what u do, u will eventually get scratches) or loose a little bit of clarity with a screen protector and have no scratches. Screen protectors are temporary; they can be removed. Scratches are permanent.
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Buy a screen protector and case.
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I don't think HTC Inspire 4G has gorilla glass. It's just a rumor.
Printerscape said:
I don't think HTC Inspire 4G has gorilla glass. It's just a rumor.
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I didn't think it did. Then I heard it *does* have it. Now I don't know either way, but...
The definitive answer as far as I'm concerned is...
Pretend like it *doesn't*, and treat the phone accordingly.
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Scott_S said:
I didn't think it did. Then I heard it *does* have it. Now I don't know either way, but...
The definitive answer as far as I'm concerned is...
Pretend like it *doesn't*, and treat the phone accordingly.
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Guys its on Cornings site. It has gorilla glass. But that doesn't say much. This phone weighs as much as a cement brick so when dropped it easily breaks. If it were lighter and made of plastic it may absorb shock easier.
I've always kept my phone in my jeans pocket but I'm a clean freak. I wash my pants once a week and I work in IT - fairly clean environment. I've never had an issue with scratches. I use mine naked lol
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I think I'm going to go without one for the first time on any phone I've owned.
I never use them. Then again, I take very good care of my phones. Zero scratches (scratch resistance screens, of course).
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I always put my phone into my pocket with keys and or other things in there. Even though I'm careful there are times when I'll forget it and put it in. Even though it won't scratch cause we have Gorila glass but I'd still like to have the piece of mind knowing my screen won't be damaged.
I had the myTouch 4G before thid and never installed a screen protector until I got a deep scratch and always been anal since then.
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I went to the t-mobile store and bought a new rubber gel case and a 2pack screen protector from them. Surprisingly, I haven't put the protector on yet, cause the screen on this baby is gorgeous! Also, since it has gorilla glass, it shouldn't be a problem at all.
I'm using the one that came on the phone. When I get tired of looking at the air bubbles ill take it off.
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I haven't used a screen protector since my Mytouch 3G. I am very careful with my phones and haven't dropped one is years. I think screen protectors take away from touch sensitivity along with dulling the colors of the display.
I never use screen protectors with any of my Gorilla glass devices. But I do use front covering hard cases when going out!
I guess a case yes but not a screen protector. The screen is good enough would be a pity to mess it with a protector.
I've got the tmobile brand screen protectors on , it looks good but the screen protectors scratch easy, already have scratches where I rub the screen most. Thinks about just ditching the screen protectors.
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as soon as i purchased the phone i went to zagg.com and bought a full body invisible shield. its military grade and protects against scratches and such. just dont drop your phone. my nexus one looks out of the box thanks to the zagg invisible shield.
I've been using mine without it but if one comes out I like I'll get it.
I like being extra careful with my phone, especially the screen.
but what worries me more is if someone asks to borrow the phone, say female family member, and use the phone with earrings on...
non that are out now really satisfy me.
either too thin and scratch, or doesn't stick right/form at the edges causing bubbles.
has to feel right to the touch too...
Screen protectors?
I'm not at all concerned about damaging my screen but what I like about the matte finish protectors is that it provides a smooth surface for you finger and there are no fingerprints.
I put one on because it's one of those that reduce glare and I like it...it actually helps reduce glare. I also bought one of those zagglike protectors on eBay for 5 bucks so I can cover the bank of the phone and not get it all scratched up when in my pocket...helps with resale 5 months later when I get the Nexus 3
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As a fresh owner of the Sensation, will not use one. But looking fwd to get a nice pouch
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Its bare right now but waiting on fantomskinz to come out with one for our device. Zagg like protection without the orange peel.
I would use the screen protector I had a previous sensation that was all screwed up. Needless to say I had it for about 20 hours kept in my hd2 pouch and wouldn't u know a frigging scratch
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you obviously don't need screen protectors for gorilla glass, its not the matter of "taking good care of your phone", but FINGER PRINTS AND SMUDGES are the worst! thats the only reason i put protectors on my phones or ipads. i ordered one yesterday on amazon.
Didn't use one on my previous phone (HTC Desire, still looks like it was bought yesterday), not going to use one on the Sensation either.
The thing more to worry about is the solid back made of aluminium. While it seems as solid as advertised, mine already features visible scratches, and I don't put it together with keys. It's the brown colour I suppose...
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you obviously don't need screen protectors for gorilla glass, its not the matter of "taking good care of your phone", but FINGER PRINTS AND SMUDGES are the worst! thats the only reason i put protectors on my phones or ipads. i ordered one yesterday on amazon.
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Not true.. I got a few small fine scratchs on my g2x that has gorilla glass. Its harder to scratch, yes... But it still can scratch.
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What do you guys think? Are you putting one on yours anyways?
I will be using one
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I will bet money on you not needing one. I've seen tons of people with banged up Motorola Droids and SGS phones, but not a single scratch on the screen.
I left the factory one on for now until I find one I like. People have said that the iPod/iPhone screens couldn't be scratched but I have found hair line scratches on my iPod Touch 4th gen screen .
it comes from the factory with one, think that speaks for itself..
I already scratched mine
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Why would anyone reduce the quality of this screen by putting something over it to protect it from something that's probably is not going to happen.
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I have not scratched my own Sensation, but my GF has managed to make a pretty deep scratch on the screen of her own Sensation, she claims she's been very careful though.. ;P
Gorilla glass is very difficult to scratch but not impossible to scratch. So I'll be using a screen protector on mine.
I've scratched gorilla glass on my g2x and my mt4g
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RoosterX said:
I have not scratched my own Sensation, but my GF has managed to make a pretty deep scratch on the screen of her own Sensation, she claims she's been very careful though.. ;P
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Haha ! They're always 'careful' and still manange to do it lol.
I did some tests to my screen since its defective and they're sending me another one anyways. One test with a small slotted screwdriver & another with a military grade Rex Applegate Gerber combat folder. Neither of them left a mark with average pressure. Now in all fairness they wouldn't scratch real glass either.
The real trouble lies between a rock and hard place, literally.
Dirt and quartz sand WILL scratch anything. So while I would say its pretty safe from knives and screws and such Oh My ! It would probably be a good idea to slap something on it unless you are cool with it eventually showing some lines.
Gorilla glass is scratch resistant, not scratch proof. A heavy duty screen protector like a Zagg, Phantom Skinz, or BSE will give you good protection at the cost of responsiveness and looks. I personally don't dig the orange peel look, or feel. The last one I installed was by Real Look and it protects my screen (on my vibrant) but doesn't make the screen any less responsive. It may not offer the best protection but this screen doesn't need that much protection to begin with plus if installed properly you can't even tell that it's on there. I'm personally going to try my luck and go without one this time on the sensation. Just don't be fooled by some of these guys saying that it's unscratchable. It's still glass.
I would suggest you avoid the screen protectors that T-Mobile sells though - my first one was good for about a week. The Brando one on my Nexus One has lasted through at least a year of the same use. Unfortunately Brando doesn't list one for the Sensation yet.
I pay the $6 or $7/mo for insurance and I was case/coverless on my Vibrant for most of the past year (and it seemed much flimsy-er than this phone), so I think I'm gonna run commando on the Sensation as well.
Cases (especially the screen covers) are over priced and I kinda have my doubts as to how much 'protection' you are getting from them.
Plus, they are bulky and not as good looking as my 'naked' phone.
I had a Zagg screen protector on my Desire for almost a year, at first it was quite unpleasant to use (rubbery?!)compared to the glass-screen, but after a while it got more 'slippery' and better to use, but i peeled it of my Desire eventually because i got tired of the glue-alike compound that was sweating out of its edges.
Other than that i can say as much as if i were to buy a screen protector i would not hesitate buy another Zagg.
I don't know how hard a Gorilla glass screen is, but as a watchmaker i know that you can scratch everything in the right environment, like sand can contain fragments that are harder than Sapphire glass on wrist watches.
DeoreDX said:
Gorilla glass is very difficult to scratch but not impossible to scratch. So I'll be using a screen protector on mine.
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30Glock said:
Why would anyone reduce the quality of this screen by putting something over it to protect it from something that's probably is not going to happen.
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+1 Never used them on my Gorilla glass devices...
Who said it was officially gorilla glass? I was told no, but the guy could have been wrong. They dont know much at the tmobile store.
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It looks nothing like my galaxy s 4g which has a hefty coating and a smoother feel to it.
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Gorilla glass is scratch proof, not resistant. I have a mtg4g and by just looking at it, the thing has absolutely no scratches. Take a closer look at certain angles and man...you would be surprised the micro scratches you can find...
I still prefer a phone without a screen protector nevertheless.
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Hi guys I'm new to XDA Forum and I need suggestions on buying the right screen protector. Im looking for a screen protector that covers the screen from edge to edge dry apply, is there such screen protector like that because I've heard dry apply will lift the corners of the protector since the HTC sensations screen is concave or beveled. Hoping for suggestions and opinions. Thanks in advance.
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Wet apply protectors are the best in my opinion. Skinomi or even better, zagg invisible shield.
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Thanks. I'll consider this one since I haven't tried using wet apply protectors because I'm afraid of getting the phone water damaged..
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I just bought gtab2 and found out its not gorilla glass. How is the gtab2 glass compare to gorilla glass? Do u guys apply screen protector?
How reliable is glass?
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I read somewhere that it's a version of gorilla glass, whatever that means.
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Lol i sure wanna know what does that means too lol. Did u ever felt that u need screen protector?
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I don't think this is gorilla glass, feels a little bit stronger then my ipod screen, and that is very weak lol.
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I read reviews saying it is gorilla glass but i read others saying it is released for some markets only as i think it is not gorilla glass as gorilla glass is expensive and the tab needs alot off it !!!
So the price of tab will increase if used
I do not use screen protector but it depends on your use if it is harsh use or not
Do not use hard objects near the screen and use it decently and do not have long nails while using it!!!
I use a folio hard case that protects the screen while not in use and that is all
I use the oem hard case for tab1 and it protects the screen while not in use
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