Anyone can recommend any good screen protectors at a good price? I don't mind paying extra for good quality. The verizon ones blow. Makes the screen look VERY pixelated. Trying to avoid purchasing a screen protecter like that.
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Try searching the accessories forum about it, there are more than a few posts here about screen protectors
Zagg Invisible Shield
luis86dr said:
Anyone can recommend any good screen protectors at a good price? I don't mind paying extra for good quality. The verizon ones blow. Makes the screen look VERY pixelated. Trying to avoid purchasing a screen protecter like that.
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Yes you should make a search through the forum next time but since this thread is already up..
I highly recommend a ZAGG Invisible Shield screen protector. It costs a little more but its absolutely worth it. They have a model for each specific phone so the protector molds around the camera and corners perfectly. It comes with a whole method of putting it on so its smooth when you finish. Plus if you register the screen protector on their website you can pretty much get a replacement for free if anything happens to the protector which isn't likely but still (too scratched to see the screen or something), plus if that happens it peels right off so you can put another one on and the screen is good as new. But its pretty epically scratch resistant, you can check out vids on youtube or their website. I can't stand when my screens get scratched, so I've been using it for years, very happy customer. They sell them at best buy.
Thanks for heads up guys. Much appreciated
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The Charge has Gorilla Glass and is very hard to scratch. Most of us recommend keeping it bare as a screen protector, no matter the quality, detracts from the picture quality slightly.
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Use Skinomi, its a pain to put on but its the best and the clearest one I have ever used
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Skinomi. Best I've used.
http://www.amazon.com/Halo-Screen-Protector-Invisible-Samsung/dp/B0054ENBBM/ref=pd_cp_cps_0
These. They have great reviews. I am very happy with mine. Doing it's job well since July 2011. And it comes in a pack of 3 in case you mess up. And it comes with installation instructions. And, for giving them a good review, they offered to send me a pack of screen protectors free. So I got a pack of iPhone covers for my parents. Great company, great product
BTW if you mess up, soaking it in rubbing alcohol works great for removing dust and then you just try again and squeegee with a credit card.
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The Charge has Gorilla Glass
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Never knew that...it doesnt show that on specs
jager420 said:
Never knew that...it doesnt show that on specs
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It doesn't have gorilla glass. Saw it mentioned in a review.
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It doesn't have gorilla glass. Saw it mentioned in a review.
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It does have gorilla glass. When the phone originally came out it was on corninggorillaglass.com under products with gorilla glass. Now since it is old news it is off the site, but seeing as every major samsung phone is there like the GS, GSII, note, tab, and wp phones, I am sure the charge has it.
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It doesn't have gorilla glass. Saw it mentioned in a review.
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I do believe it does. I've had mine "naked" since I got it and no scratches.
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Without screen protector, you droid Charge will get scratch. Already happened to my daughter's phone.
I have never managed to scratch a smartphone screen, Gorilla Glass or not, and I've had smartphones since the original iPhone. I hate screen protectors of all forms. I hate the way the look and the way they feel, so I've never used one for more than a few days. I don't think I'm particularly "gentle" on a phone...the only thing special I do is keep it in a pocket by itself. I've seen other people's phone of various builds covered in scratches, and I still don't understand how they get so scratched up.
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I have never managed to scratch a smartphone screen, Gorilla Glass or not, and I've had smartphones since the original iPhone. I hate screen protectors of all forms. I hate the way the look and the way they feel, so I've never used one for more than a few days. I don't think I'm particularly "gentle" on a phone...the only thing special I do is keep it in a pocket by itself. I've seen other people's phone of various builds covered in scratches, and I still don't understand how they get so scratched up.
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Not true! my daughter kept her phone in a pocket book full of car keys, pens and jeweries and she scratched it.
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Without screen protector, you droid Charge will get scratch. Already happened to my daughter's phone.
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Doesn't matter what type of glass it has, it can get scratched. And not having a screen protector doesn't mean it will get scratched either. The Charge does have Gorilla Glass, but I wouldn't go around testing it out to see how tough it is. Odds are there are minimum hardness specs that it needs to pass, so some pieces of glass are harder than others.
I had mine in my pocket with keys for a year, no scratches. the plastic is scratched to heck, but the glass remains unscathed.
the charge has gorilla glass making it very scratch/crack resistant. i havent had a screen protector the whole time ive had it, which is about 10 months and it still looks brand new. and trust me, ive dropped it my fair share of times, infact i just dropped it earlier today. had it in my sweater pocket while i was riding my bike and it just flat out fell screen first onto the concrete. not even 1 little scratch.
just dont bother with a screen protector, it looks so much better without one.
but if you really are hell bent on getting a screen protector i can recommend Zagg, i had the enV Touch before this phone for 2 years with a Zagg invishield on the whole time. it kinda got that "rainbow" effect from the grease/sweat on your hands but it was very durable and scratch resistant with a nice fit. overall a perfect screen protector for my needs.
So everyone brag about how tough the screen on the charge, how would you explain to me there are 3 scratches on my daughter phone, which forced me to buy a screen protector???? you all claimed it "UN SCRATCHABLE".
I think you're the only person who's used the word unscratchable, but I did imply that you have to be careless to scratch a glass smartphone screen. Keeping my phone in a pocket by itself, and no other protections, has protected my screens without a screen protector since the original iPhone in 2007. Yes, there are situations where a screen protector would make sense, but in those situations, I'd probably rather use a case/holster that completely covered the screen.
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I upgraded 2 lines to the 4g and only kept one just in case it grew on me. I have a ton of issues that i do not like about it but oh well... Just wanted to post that i ordered some realook screen protectors from amazon and they work well with the 4g. They dont have the hole for the FFC so it will cover but to me, the camera doesnt have enough quality to notice. i took pics with the sp on and with the sp off and they look the same to me. Great sp and barely notice it is there.
Do you think a screen protector is necessary? It does have gorilla glass.
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YES IT IS NEEDED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gorilla glass still scratches and chips... my vibrant is proof. Has a good chip and many scratches that you can actually feel as you move your finger over them... and that's just from normal day to day use.
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I scratched my vibrant up before... glass does scratch if u put it in the same pocket as ur keys. Lol
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Zagg created a set of covers for this (that are apparently slightly different than the T959 versions) last week. They are supposed to ship this week. The name they gave it is:
Samsung Galaxy S 4G SGH-T959V
I have not tried them on this phone, but am very happy with them on my wife's iPhone.
You may also want to try ProtectionFilms24 -- I have used them on my N900 and digital cameras with great success. Delivery to the US was generally within a week.
Update: Zagg just received their stock and shipped yesterday, March 10th.
I've taken keys to my SGS 4G screen... no scratches. Yeah I've only had it for a bit, but have you seen any of the Gorilla Glass demonstrations on youtube?
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I've taken keys to my SGS 4G screen... no scratches. Yeah I've only had it for a bit, but have you seen any of the Gorilla Glass demonstrations on youtube?
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Maybe you didn't read the OPs responce... he had the vibrant (which has the same beloved "indestructible " gorilla glass of which you speak.... yet it somehow got scratches in the screen. Funny thing is despite this indestructible gorilla glass.... my vibrant also has many scratches from miss information that a screen protector is not needed.... I ensure you it is indeed needed. The demonstrations your mentioning are merely marketing and or fanboi-ism and are designed to show only the strengths and no weaknesses. Ask any iPhone user or vibrant owner... gorilla glass scratches!
OP zagg and realook are two great choices.
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I just installed xtremeguard that i bought from amazon... Its not that bad.
I have zagg on my mt4g and ipod touch and i love it.
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I just got some antiglares(not T-Mobile) and they are great. They apply easily and really reduce glare. The only problem is that they have a slight prism effect where you can see like tiny different colored crystals when the screen displays white or any semi bright color. Do any of the highend antiglares do that? I don't really mind the look but it sometimes really lowers the resolution of the screen.
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I just installed the Zagg invisibleshield for the original Vibrant full protection one last night. Took a while to get the back corners correct but I like it.
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Maybe you didn't read the OPs responce... he had the vibrant (which has the same beloved "indestructible " gorilla glass of which you speak.... yet it somehow got scratches in the screen. Funny thing is despite this indestructible gorilla glass.... my vibrant also has many scratches from miss information that a screen protector is not needed.... I ensure you it is indeed needed. The demonstrations your mentioning are merely marketing and or fanboi-ism and are designed to show only the strengths and no weaknesses. Ask any iPhone user or vibrant owner... gorilla glass scratches!
OP zagg and realook are two great choices.
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Its scratch resistant yes, not scratch proof. However, I'll take my chances because I hate screen protectors.
Additionally, I had a G1 and never got a scratch on the screen either... but again it just depends on the situation.
hmmm
can anyone recommend one on ebay
If anyone is looking for a screen protector, check out best skins ever. They really are the best. I've tried zagg (gummy feel didn't like) tmobile (sucks) and a lot of ebay ones. The best skins ever screen protector doesn't attract fingerprints and grease at all and feels great. I honestly wouldn't notice it if I didn't put it on myself. I've put their protectors on all my devices. Best of all it's under 10 bucks! 6.99 for the front and 8.99 for the front and back. This isn't an ad if it sounds like one at all.. I'm just really happy with them.
I have the Zagg on my SGS4G but i prefer the Ghost Armour stuff myself. They just don't have any kiosks down here for me to get it.
And i don't trust myself to put them on plus if the place does it you get a lifetime warranty. So if it scratches or whatever they replace the SCREEN PROTECTOR. I had to be explained that they don't cover the device haha!
personally, i've always used zagg. i think that they do the job well. you have to wipe it down at least once a week because of the greasy buildup from your fingers, but to be honest, that it not really a problem. i have yet to scratch my screen and my phone has been through a lot. i would recommend zagg to anyone. the lifetime warranty is great and the fact that it is removable is even better. back when i used it for the vibrant, i just removed it and replaced it on the new one (i kept getting replacement phones because of GPS issues...even with the gps recovery app). if i stretched it or messed it up while moving to a new device, they replaced it no questions asked.
I have to say, these are the worst screen protectors I have ever applied on any sort of electronic equipment. Picture quality looks like garbage and it feels horrible. The matte finish makes them feel gritty and a pain to use the phone. Cheap eBay screen protectors work better.
Anybody else used them?
I bought them. I'm stupid for doing so. Rocking the Zagg now. I guess I feel smarter...
Yeah. I never bought them. I received the Fascinate in a trade and the person included an extra. At first I thought they were just horrible at applying screen protectors but then I applied the spare and it looked exactly the same. :/
My friends all have Verizon Screen Proctectors for their phones, and I have to agree, they look like complete crap. I've just been recommending Steinheil and Reallook to them, and they ask why, and I show them my screen. Almost invisible, its like the screen protector isn't even there, and my friends are shocked.
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Zagg is worth it. Really is an "invisible" shield. Can't even tell it's there.
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Ehh, Zagg is ok. Really comes down to personal preference, but Zagg's matte look and feel isn't really what I would want in a screen protector. Steinheil's Ultra Crystal Clear Protector is amazing.
The Anti-glare screen protectors are garbage no matter where you get them from. I ordered some from ebay and LUCKILY I ordered some regular screen protectors as well and after about 5 mins with the anti-glare I took it off and trashed it and the others and put a regular one on.
Also, the mirror finish screen protectors are bad too
Yeah. That whole matte feel is not my deal. Honestly, cheap eBay screen protectors have been fine.for me with a perfect application and I am very picky about this stuff. I use invisible shields for their body shields though
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Agreed bought them when I had my Droid x and have to say "anti glare" is deffinately just a marketing ploy. If you take them back and tell them their crap they will give you a refund. That's what I did. I only reteerned two
OMG yes! Worst purchase I have ever made.
Why am I the only person who doesn't use screen protectors for this exact reason? I like my amazing AMOLED to look amazing.
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Why am I the only person who doesn't use screen protectors for this exact reason? I like my amazing AMOLED to look amazing.
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They look fine with the right protector. The ones I bought allow me to admire this AMOLED now. I swear its like having a new phone.
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Why am I the only person who doesn't use screen protectors for this exact reason? I like my amazing AMOLED to look amazing.
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I too dont have a screen protector on mine even though i bought some and have them sitting in the desk..for some reason i think they will interfere with the sensitvity of the screen.
i made the mistake of buying two packs of verizon's screen protectors when i bought my phone. they were on clearance and i know why after trying one. they were horrible. i was reluctant to buy them even being on clearance after having sensitivity issues on my Rogue, but i figured if nothing else it would protect my screen until my online order of protectors showed up.
i use screen protectors that i bought off some random seller on ebay and they work fine. i get about 5 months or so of use from each one. very clear and no sensitivity issues. i dont know how necessary protectors are with the particular glass on Fascinates but i dont want to learn the hard way. i forget the protector is on there most of the time.
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Why am I the only person who doesn't use screen protectors for this exact reason? I like my amazing AMOLED to look amazing.
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Exactly! But does everyone know that the Fascinate comes with Gorilla Glass, which is way tougher and scratch resistant? I am using mine "naked" so far, and no scratches yet.
So the screen looks great!
Anybody had any bad experiences going naked? (should I reword that? I don't want to hijack this thread!) Just looking for warnings about not using a screen protector.
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Exactly! But does everyone know that the Fascinate comes with Gorrilla Glass, which is way tougher and scratch resistant? I am using mine "naked" so far, and no scratches yet.
So the screen looks great!
Anybody had any bad experiences going naked? (should I reword that? I don't want to hijack this thread!) Just looking for warnings about not using a screen protector.
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All I can say is that I received my Fascinate used and there was a scratch on it, on the glass but to the side of the screen. Very light, but it was there. Screen protectors just give me a peace of mind hah.
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Never buy anything except phones from Verizon, or any other cellular companies.
Robtao said:
Exactly! But does everyone know that the Fascinate comes with Gorilla Glass, which is way tougher and scratch resistant? I am using mine "naked" so far, and no scratches yet.
So the screen looks great!
Anybody had any bad experiences going naked? (should I reword that? I don't want to hijack this thread!) Just looking for warnings about not using a screen protector.
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I'm actually considering taking mine off, although the girl at Verizon actually did a good job of putting it on and mine is clear so I can't even really tell that it's there. But I definitely have more scratches on the screen protector than on the area around it (yay Gorilla Glass) and I'm wondering if the screen protector collects more fingerprints than the glass. Anyone know about that? I know some phones have oleophobic coatings but I'm not sure if the Fascinate is one of them.
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I'm actually considering taking mine off, although the girl at Verizon actually did a good job of putting it on and mine is clear so I can't even really tell that it's there. But I definitely have more scratches on the screen protector than on the area around it (yay Gorilla Glass) and I'm wondering if the screen protector collects more fingerprints than the glass. Anyone know about that? I know some phones have oleophobic coatings but I'm not sure if the Fascinate is one of them.
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The fascinate is not one of them, at least from my research.
I have thought about going naked. I am using the Steinheil Anti-fingerprint protectors for a number of reasons. I am sure no one here would like them because they degrade the screen quality but I love them. No finger prints, no glare, 2x faster finger motions (heh yea) across the protector vs. the stock screen.
I'd image that the screen is much like a car windscreen. It will look great for years to come but over time fine micro scratches will build up.
the screen protector they put on my phone came off by the time i got home from the store. heat must have warped it, and would no longer stick. ordered a different one online
should I just get the screen protector from AT&T store?
Go naked, All the cool kids are doing it.....
i bought the iVisor from the store. works great on fingerprints & glare, but kinda dulls the screen. definite loss of clarity.
took it off at lunch today w/ the plan to return it...
then put it back on, and don't mind it as much.
dunno.
I got it and I can definitely agree with argylesocks on the clarity issue. To me though, losing a bit of clarity in favor of anti-glare doesn't bother me so I'd recommend that if you don't mind losing a little bit of clarity then grab the one from the ATT store.
i got the ivisor after i ntices a micro scratch on my screen. garilla glass is hard to scratch but i work around stuff that can cut hardened tool steel. occasionally something winds up in my pocket.
the ivisor is one of the better antiglare protectors i have seen but in general antiglare will effect the screen image. well it is a trade off. some can deal with it and some cant. there are many that are worse than this one. i would recomend it to anyone that wants a anti glare protector.
Hmmm doesnt the infuse use gorilla glass
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Hmmm doesnt the infuse use gorilla glass
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that dont mean it cant be scratched. i never scratched my captivate and i had it since august, but i did get a micro scratch on the infuse already, just got unlucky. it is barely visable but i know it is there. garilla glass vs hss and carbide doesnt help much. most people wont need a protector though
I went ahead and got the screen protector they had at at&t when I get my Infuse, in fact it was given to me free of charge because I switched from T-Mobile. I was going to get the invisible shield but this was much more convenient and free. And besides, I just like that piece of mind that I know my screen won't get scratched even though it has gorilla glass.
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I got the att branded (case-mate) screen protector and hate it. It's matte surface and just looks terrible, takes away from the beauty of the screen. I'm going out to BB and another att store later to see if I can find any glossy screen protectors, otherwise I'm just gonna take this thing off.
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Just got the one from ATT and its a WRITERITE. Will post after i install.
I picked up the Zagg from BB tonight. Never tried Zagg before, some people love them while others hate it, so we shall see...
Well the WRITERITE is not bad at all.. still have a lil glare but can still see fine out side. This was bought at ATT at walmart.
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My wife helped me to discover that gorilla glass does crack. Four hours after buying the Infuse, she dropped it on a corner and sent several, nice cracks through the screen. At this point in life, does anyone know if screen replacements are available yet?
Thanks a heap in advance!
Does anyone usr a protector and if so which brand
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My wife helped me to discover that gorilla glass does crack. Four hours after buying the Infuse, she dropped it on a corner and sent several, nice cracks through the screen. At this point in life, does anyone know if screen replacements are available yet?
Thanks a heap in advance!
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As far as I know, Gorilla Glass is actually more brittle than regular glass and is easier to crack.. It's just more scratch resistant.
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As far as I know, Gorilla Glass is actually more brittle than regular glass and is easier to crack.. It's just more scratch resistant.
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not true. it may crack with some stress risers(scratches in particular areas) but it is difficult to crack, though im sure some forms of plastic are more crack resistant.
it may be hard and you may think that makes it brittle but it actually has a huge amount of give before it breaks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCYTn5ITux4
if you break it you might just be unlucky
I'm using the iVisor screen protector, mostly to help my fingers glide over the touchscreen surface smoothly. It works well for that purpose and doesn't dull the image too much. Fingerprints are far less noticeable too. Dust does get trapped at the edges of the screen protector though. Still, it's worth using IMO.
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I just put a Skinomi on mine a few days ago. Not just for the scratch protection, but this stuff resists finger prints and other dirt real well.
I find myself cleaning my screen a lot less with it on than before.
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I just put a Skinomi on mine a few days ago. Not just for the scratch protection, but this stuff resists finger prints and other dirt real well.
I find myself cleaning my screen a lot less with it on than before.
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the soft screen protectors like skinomi and invisishield are great. we put prtectors on phones so the screen doesnt scratch, what about the screen protector? the film type screen protectors are basically imposible to scratch
I bought the ghost armor screen protector. Their screen protectors are, bY far, the best in my opinion. Been having them in in all my phones.
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Just thought I'd get some opinions. I heard these are quite difficult to install because you have to spray the protector and then apply it wet to your device.
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-sensation-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
there are many brands out there that makes this kind of protector. IMO zagg is the worst because it has the most "orange peel" texture. ALmost all brands I tried is better than zagg. sgp is one of the easiest to install because it sticks easier.
try sgpstore, bestskinever, phantomskinz, and many many more
How is bodyguardz?
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Just thought I'd get some opinions. I heard these are quite difficult to install because you have to spray the protector and then apply it wet to your device.
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-sensation-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
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i rocked full protection on my first evo, and applied it myself; having said that i can assure you that if you have all ten of your fingers, can follow directions, and are able to count per the instructions its not hard to install. the application of the liquid you receive helps so that the protector doesn't get stuck were you apply; it gives you wiggle room to move it around.
My brother has the invisible shield for his galaxy s 4G, and I love it!!! It is very thick but I don't notice it affecting the screen. It's amazingly efficient and it doesn't have any bubbles at all.
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there are many brands out there that makes this kind of protector. IMO zagg is the worst because it has the most "orange peel" texture. ALmost all brands I tried is better than zagg. sgp is one of the easiest to install because it sticks easier.
try sgpstore, bestskinever, phantomskinz, and many many more
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well if its the worst at how it feels, it is certainly the best in protection
I use clear-coat and it works awesome. I've tried zagg and I found it to be too rubbery and also get a yellowish tint after a while
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well if its the worst at how it feels, it is certainly the best in protection
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Is there a way to measure the level of protection a screen protector offers compared to another? My friend uses a Zagg on his iPhone 4 and I use a cheap $1 screen protector from eBay for my Sensation and frankly, I can't even comprehend the point of spending so much on what is basically a piece of plastic when there is no proof that it offers better protection.
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Is there a way to measure the level of protection a screen protector offers compared to another? My friend uses a Zagg on his iPhone 4 and I use a cheap $1 screen protector from eBay for my Sensation and frankly, I can't even comprehend the point of spending so much on what is basically a piece of plastic when there is no proof that it offers better protection.
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very true but how long is your $1 protector gonna hold up to surface irritation from keys, lighters, loose change, etc... although i haven't tested any other protectors i can say that the zagg shield had a way of "healing" itself
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Is there a way to measure the level of protection a screen protector offers compared to another? My friend uses a Zagg on his iPhone 4 and I use a cheap $1 screen protector from eBay for my Sensation and frankly, I can't even comprehend the point of spending so much on what is basically a piece of plastic when there is no proof that it offers better protection.
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All of these type of screen protectors (zagg, bodyguardz, skinomi) offer better protection because they don't use plastic. You can see all there videos of phones with them on not getting scratched by keys and other objects. The cheap plastic ones are good for most people but they get scratched and need to be replaced after a while.
I use skinomi because it covers my whole phone from scratches and my screen along with no fingerprints. Cheaper than zagg, bodyguardz, and the others. Only $15 to protect my whole phone and never need to replace.
I've been using the absolute cheapest screen protectors (although I exclusively use ones that have no surface friction on the outer side). I've even driven around in the Sahara desert with a couple of devices (PSP, iPod, phone) using said cheap protectors just dangling around in a bag (therefore, lots of contact at more than ridiculous temperatures) and they've never failed me. In fact, my PSP's $2 screen protector from April 2005 is still on the device and still flawless.
I understand that Zagg offers peace of mind because of its clever marketing, website design and fancy application techniques, but one really should look objectively at what screen protectors really are: Thin sheets of plastic.
Edit: I use the term plastic loosely here since they are all variants of synthetic polymers.
Again, the difference is they don't scratch like the cheap plastic ones, and you can't protect the rest of your phone. For the Sensation that is what concerns me the most since it is much easier scratched than the screen and I would not want a bulky case. If that is worth an extra $10 to you, then get it.
Honest question:
Whats the point of screen protectors for this phone? From what I've read, the Sensation has the same Gorilla glass as my HD2, which in my experience doesn't scratch in most circumstances. Anything that would scratch the screen probably would also get through any of the protectors I've worked with on other devices.
Don't have a Sensation yet, but plan on upgrading after month-end bills.
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Honest question:
Whats the point of screen protectors for this phone? From what I've read, the Sensation has the same Gorilla glass as my HD2, which in my experience doesn't scratch in most circumstances. Anything that would scratch the screen probably would also get through any of the protectors I've worked with on other devices.
Don't have a Sensation yet, but plan on upgrading after month-end bills.
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I am under this impression too (that Sensation has gorilla glass) and didn't get screen protector for it yet.
It doesn't have gorrila glass.
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It doesn't have gorrila glass.
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Everything I've read says it does.
http://www.google.com/search?q="HTC+sensation"+"gorilla+glass"
Although it seems I was mistaken or mis-remembering about the HD2 having it. Not GG, but just an extremely scratch-resistant display. Still, since I bought it at US release, it doesn't have a single scratch.
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It doesn't have gorrila glass.
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You are mistaken. Check Corning's site. They list the Sensation, and it's very doubtful they would do that if untrue.
Another post said screen protectors aren't needed. Also untrue if you definitely want to avoid scratches. Just Google "gorilla glass scratch", or search these forums. You'll find lots of users with scratched glass who have no idea how it happened. Gorilla Glass is not scratch proof. Period.
Replacement screens are available, so you can just go bare and replace the screen as needed, or use a SP to prevent scratches, or add one later if you get scratches to cover them.
Yeah I spoke with a Samsung rep and he said that gorilla glass can still get surface scratches. It's just really resistant against deeper scratches.
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Just thought I'd get some opinions. I heard these are quite difficult to install because you have to spray the protector and then apply it wet to your device.
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-sensation-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
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ZAGG!? Honestly Im a long time user Ive used their screen protectors on several phones and full body on a couple. (one being the G1 that was a horrible idea cause of the phones construction).
Zagg isnt really cheap I mean its $20 bucks by me (i go to Woodfield mall, schaumburg) for JUST the screen protector. But thats INSTALLED by them "professionally" which really depends on the kid doing it but they usually do a pretty good job. They last a pretty good time for the average user, I average 4 months before it starts to get a little rough around the edges and small scratchs appear and hit gets harder to clean. Yeah they do scratch.. Ive done the key test. Your phones safe thats what they advertise but the protector can get damaged.
You cant beat it though for free you can get another to apply yourself or for $5 they'll do it for you right at the kiosk in the mall by me. Never had a scratch using their product so I can say it does its job. One think though they protector does take a little getting used too, just a different texture. All in all I recommend it if you have them install it, unless you have some insane patience, a still hand, and arent afraid to get your device wet (they get them pretty damn wet when they install too).
I use Zagg on all my phones and Tablet. The nice thing about it is that there are less finger print parks, cleans easy, and protects your screen and phone body. Also they have a oftentimes warranty. I don't know about where you live, but I have them installed by Zagg Invisible shield in the mall. I usually get a new one put on every 3-4 months. Also when you sell the phone and put a new shield on it; the phone still looks brand new. I paid $35 for the shield and installation. You get your money back and more when you sell it.
So I recently got my MT4GS and I was wondering if there were any suggestions for screen protectors. I used Skinomi before on my G2 and that was pretty good. But I'm open to suggestions, in paticular this was one for the iPhone but anyone know any protectors with like a matte type feel to it? If that makes sense.
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I've never used anything other than whatever generic one I can find cheapest. I've also never heard a convincing argument to spend more on a "better" one.
I'm using the generic one T-Mobile sells.
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I had a Realook myTouch4G screen protector, but I had to cut it a slight bit to get it to fit - it's a few MM too big on the sides. It worked well, but I determined I don't need one.
I'm using the MyTouch 4G (Glacier) ones from T-Mobile..
they're not cut to fit the exact screen, but rather a small section (found this unusual), but they stick, and they stick good, plus they reduce glare and such..
$17 for 2, but it's worth it..
by the way, steer clear of those $5 for 8 screen protectors or whatever on amazon, they feel like they're made from cellophane and fall off almost instantly in my pocket.
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I'm using the MyTouch 4G (Glacier) ones from T-Mobile..
they're not cut to fit the exact screen, but rather a small section (found this unusual), but they stick, and they stick good, plus they reduce glare and such..
$17 for 2, but it's worth it..
by the way, steer clear of those $5 for 8 screen protectors or whatever on amazon, they feel like they're made from cellophane and fall off almost instantly in my pocket.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005JKQI6Q/ref=oh_o03_s00_i00_details
best ones i have found. first one on and still going strong, clean and clear and easy to use, cut perfect.
Those are the ones I was talking about, boy do they suck...
I like their design however, but the material feels like the wrapper of a fruit roll-up, and they peel off easily and scratch easily...
As I said, T-Mobile's screen protectors work good.
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I bought these because I figured I'd start cheap, and if I didn't like them, I'd get something else:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005B0JW6C/ref=oh_o01_s00_i00_details
I put one on two days ago. They're cut very well to fit, but they're hard to apply. Lots of bubbles, and one edge doesn't stick well.
I figured I'd give it a couple days, then try again with another, since I have five of them. Maybe I screwed up.
But after using it for a couple days, I don't think I will. It feels too... rubbery. It adds resistance when you slide your finger across the screen and I don't like it.
My HTC Tilt 2 (AT&T branded Touch Pro 2) actually came with a screen protector that was easy to apply, had no bubbles, left no residue and lasted almost two years before one corner began to peel. I was not gentle with this phone either.
If I could find the same kind of protector the Tilt 2 had, I'd buy it in a second, but it was just in the box with the phone. No idea if it was provided by AT&T, or HTC, nor who made it.
In my experience, bubbles are almost always caused by dust and lint in between the screen and protector. You can help prevent this by installing the protector on the screen after a hot shower, while the mirror is still foggy.
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Lint solution
Slightly off topic, but ...
If you apply the protector, and find that it has bubbles, because of lint, just pull the protector off and use a piece of scotch tape on the protector (sticky side to sticky side) and it will pull off the lint and dust. I've had great success with this in the past.
I've tried a couple of different brands and after using them both a couple of weeks each, I decided to do without. I do believe we have "gorilla glass" so I'm not really worried about scratches and such. Both protectors I tried felt odd and they both scratched extremely easily and they gave the screen a "fuzzy" appearance that I just didn't care for.
Yeah, a couple days after my last post, the screen protector came off. The bubbles definitely were not from lint, the factory plastic was still on the screen until I put the protector on. Maybe just poor quality?
Either way, now that I know the phone has Gorilla Glass, I'm not concerned.
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pyromosh said:
Yeah, a couple days after my last post, the screen protector came off. The bubbles definitely were not from lint, the factory plastic was still on the screen until I put the protector on. Maybe just poor quality?
Either way, now that I know the phone has Gorilla Glass, I'm not concerned.
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Can you please cite a source for this information?
I think you may be mistaken, this device does not have Gorilla Glass to my knowledge.
Blue6IX said:
Can you please cite a source for this information?
I think you may be mistaken, this device does not have Gorilla Glass to my knowledge.
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According to Cornings site thus device doesn't have gorilla glass. It does seem some kind of reinforced or fortified glass tho
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pyromosh said:
Either way, now that I know the phone has Gorilla Glass, I'm not concerned.
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it does NOT have gorilla glass. maybe some other kind of reinforced glass but i wouldn't count on it, there are already reports of easily broken screens...
I just got a MT4GS and I will try a new screen protector. On my last phone I used a protector from bestskinsever.com and it was good. It did the job and lasted a long time (over a year and a half before getting some junk under the edge of one corner...but it still didn't peel up and I kept using it for months until I got this phone). The only complaint is a bit of "orange peel" texture on it. My research has led me to bodyguardz.com and phantomskinz.com. People claim these two have less orange peel than the bse skins. I would say the bse is 8/10. I will try one of these 2 and report back.
As I said before, the screen protectors T-Mobile sell are actually pretty good.
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Zagg Invisable Shield. Product has a lifetime warranty. Yes it cost more but I think its worth it.
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pimpmasters said:
I just got a MT4GS and I will try a new screen protector. On my last phone I used a protector from bestskinsever.com and it was good. It did the job and lasted a long time (over a year and a half before getting some junk under the edge of one corner...but it still didn't peel up and I kept using it for months until I got this phone). The only complaint is a bit of "orange peel" texture on it. My research has led me to bodyguardz.com and phantomskinz.com. People claim these two have less orange peel than the bse skins. I would say the bse is 8/10. I will try one of these 2 and report back.
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I have the UltraTough Clear ScreenGuardz (Dry Apply) from bodyguardz. It is great. I can't even tell it is on there. Zero bubbles and zero orange peel. I even pulled it off after I put it on the first time because it was misaligned.
It had a couple big bubbles I couldn't squegee out, but they went away in a couple of days.