whats the best screen protector to use for under $10?
i don't want it to scatch easily and i dont like fingerprints
I bought one for 4 months that's a "no name" one i paid it 5€, and there was no scratch until i went to the beach...i got one little scratch now, but not a lot of fingerprints. Little bit difficult to place, but good quality after all.
if you dont like fingerprints you can buy matt screen protector,
but its not as clear as the clear SP's...
the finger prints are bearable.
I'm more fond of the thick&clear ones, you can but several with 5$ or so on ebay
I bought 2 for 6$ on amazon, but they were crystalclear from mumbi. The screen looks darker and not so colorful with the matt protectors.
You could try a case with special microfibre inside.
I'm using the cheap clear ones that you can easily find on ebay or dealextreme.
The usually go for 1$ or less with free shipping worldwide, so you can try them yourself without risking too much money.
Just make sure they look right in the product image.
I personally hate how the matt ones make the screen look, you should probably try to see one yourself before buying.
I bought about 5 protectors on eBay for less than $1. I'm using the same one for as long as I can remember. I have the phone for almost 3 years now and the screen has 0 scratches to date.
So unless you're looking for some anti-glare/fingerprint protector that makes your screen lose quality and look like crap, don't waste time and money looking for a special $15 protector when a $0.20 one can hold for months and do the job just as well.
That's from my experience at least.
matt ones are awesome if you only concern about fingerprints, but they are killing this beautiful AMOLED screen. so darker :s
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I bought about 5 protectors on eBay for less than $1. I'm using the same one for as long as I can remember. I have the phone for almost 3 years now and the screen has 0 scratches to date.
So unless you're looking for some anti-glare/fingerprint protector that makes your screen lose quality and look like crap, don't waste time and money looking for a special $15 protector when a $0.20 one can hold for months and do the job just as well.
That's from my experience at least.
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+1.I got mine from local shop for the above mentioned price.that was a 5.2inch version.cut down,use the rest for another gadget!
I lime the BoxWave ClearTouch ones, simply because i hate glare
I don't know if it'll suit your needs and price requirement, but in my experience, Brando Ultraclear is an incredibly good screen protector. Very accurate cut, no adhesives, fairly solid and scratch resistant, surface feels smooth enough to fool you into thinking you're actually touching the glass underneath....
I've had one of these on my phone for over a year now and I have yet to see any wear. Just take care not to trap any dust underneath when applying it.
Also, best way (that I have found so far) to apply this kind of quality screen protector - get yourself two strips of adhesive tape long enough to go once around your index fingers and then a little. Put them around the tips of your index fingers, adhesive side facing out. Use one to touch a corner of the screen protector - it is MUCH more easy to handle this way, and the tape comes off the screen protector without leaving a trace. Use the piece of tape on your other finger to remove any specks of dust left on the screen or the sticky side of the screen protector - don't worry, if you have a good screen protector it'll just pick up the dust and come right off again.
You can also use this to lift up the protector again in case you did manage to trap dust or have to correct the positioning.
Edit: As with all clear screen protectors, finger prints are something of an issue.... They come off easy enough if you just wipe it on whatever piece of cloth you may have available (pants, t-shirt, napkin, whatever) but if you don't want any in the first place, you may want to look into the Anti-Glare screen protector, which has a slightly roughed surface.
Either can be bought here or from various retailers -> http://shop.brando.com/search.php?keyword=i9000+screen+protector&Submit=Product+Search
Why do we need this its almost impossible to make scratches:O i can say it because all my other phones but my ace are full of scretches lol
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I have now bought eight of the things from two sources (the HTC brand and the five for £2 ones from Amazon) and not one of them fit properly. All were too big, by which I mean that there was not enough margin either side to ensure that they didn't overlap and bubble. And cutting a tiny strip off doesn't work either - the pressure of the stanley knife seems to put the plastic under tension, so that it doesn't bed down.
Thoroughly fed up with it.
My HTC branded screen protector fits perfectly on my Desire though.
Only had bubble around the round hole on the upper right.
Here here, used the same ones as you, the touch after is perfect, but there just crap everything else.
Also used invisable shield on the screen, and just horrible to use.
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My HTC branded screen protector fits perfectly on my Desire though.
Only had bubble around the round hole on the upper right.
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But that's the point -I don't want sodding bubbles on it
Don't bother with a screen protector?
In a year I haven't used screen protectors on any of my capacitive screened phones (i8910, HD2, Desire), not a scratch on any of them. Just be sensible and don't keep the phone in the same pocket as keys and you should be fine...
Don't bother with a screen protector?
In a year I haven't used screen protectors on any of my capacitive screened phones (i8910, HD2, Desire), not a scratch on any of them. Just be sensible and don't keep the phone in the same pocket as keys and you should be fine...
I've got the 2 dollar ones of amazon too and they fit great. Just perfect if u can get it lined up propper it will fit exactly. It took me 5 tries but evantualy i got 1 lined up properly.
just getting my desire today! but a word from the wise, a few weeks ago I was scrabbling under desks patching phone cables with my touch hd in my pocket, when I finally surfaced noticed a great big, deep scratch on my screen, probably from a desk leg or something. You could run your fingernail down it and it really felt like the glass had scratched. With big panic I gently lifted off the screen protector only to find that the deep scratch had not gone through to the glass. A fresh protector and it was as good as new.
I have already ordered protectors for my desire... well worth the money.
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just getting my desire today! but a word from the wise, a few weeks ago I was scrabbling under desks patching phone cables with my touch hd in my pocket, when I finally surfaced noticed a great big, deep scratch on my screen, probably from a desk leg or something. You could run your fingernail down it and it really felt like the glass had scratched. With big panic I gently lifted off the screen protector only to find that the deep scratch had not gone through to the glass. A fresh protector and it was as good as new.
I have already ordered protectors for my desire... well worth the money.
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When in pocket, screen faces leg to avoid this problem
But I sympathize with the OP. I've tried a Martin Fields one, and a Brando anti glare one and I wasn't happy with either. Got some of those cheap amazon ones en route, but I think I'm going naked this time around. I was quite happy with the HTC ones on my Hero though.
Not had any issues with my Martin Fields one, gets a bit grubby but a quick wipe and its fine - also have it in it's case and screen facing inwards in my pocket so shouldn't have any issues...never had any issues before with screen issues in the past, though
FWIW, I'm exactly the same.
I bought the invisible shield protector, and tbh, so far I'm quite dissappointed in it.
Firstly, it's very tough to install, without getting dust particles underneath - I didn't get opportunity to do the "steamy room" trick as had been suggested before on here.
That aside, the protector seems really quite thick - I'm sure it will offer decent protection, but the touchscreen effect is really poor by comparison to an unprotected screen.
The question I have is this - are there no "hard" screen protectors?
A "Gorilla Glass" sliver would be excellent to place on top of your screen.
Anyone heard of something like this?
The screen protectors they sell in verizon and best buy for the Droid Incredible are a joke. After some quick diggin around I finally found a good company to go with. I got the Boxwave Crystal Clearview Screen Protectors for my Incredible two days ago and cant tell i even have it on my phone. Fits great, covers entire front of phone minus the earpiece and optical trackpad on phone. Went on first try, absolutely no air bubbles! Comes with a lint free cloth, should you encounter any air bubbles...The cloth prevents you from scratching the screen protector when removing any air bubbles. Also cleans the screen protector to perfection. I recommend Boxwave to anyone who is fed up of orange peel, misfitting, or screen protectors with clarity/quality issues. Boxwave also has has an antiglare/anti-fingerprint screen protector. Check and see what they have for the Desire. Good Luck.
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I got a generic screen protector free with a gel case on eBay and I have to say, I think it's the first one I've put on WITHOUT any bubbles on it (and hence the first screen protector that's actually likely to stay on a device I own for more than 10 minutes ) Only think I don't like is that it makes the screen a bit less 'slippy' - it's still not bad, and to be honest I don't think I'll ever like the screen finish on the Desire when compared to the unscratchable, always smooth glass on my old iPhone...
I had inivisiable shield on, took me 3 times to install it and finally got it pretty much perfect,
then as you do, i got a key and scratched along it to show it off to some mates, so then one of my mates decided hey lets get a key and dig it right into it to make a big scratch down the middle!
Looked at ordering a replacement , but still had to pay $4 postage, ontop of the £1.50 my bank would charge for it being from the US. so i thought not worth it.
Though when i took it off it did protect the screen! not a scratch on it.
Here mate. Try these: 140397585852 on ebay.
I initially got a generic one from the three shop and it was rubbish. Very plastic and scratched very easily.
I got these off ebay and I am very impressed with it! It has a very good finish to the surface. Very similar to the bare screen. Also they are actually slightly smaller than the glass screen area so very easy to fit. Also they are very easy to fit and got no dust or bubbles!
Pack of 6. Bargain!
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When in pocket, screen faces leg to avoid this problem
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This is the first screen I've scratched, after years and years of big screens in my pocket - I always abide by the rule of screen inwards - but just that one time......... still stick by the moral of my story
I agree...
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I have now bought eight of the things from two sources (the HTC brand and the five for £2 ones from Amazon) and not one of them fit properly. All were too big, by which I mean that there was not enough margin either side to ensure that they didn't overlap and bubble. And cutting a tiny strip off doesn't work either - the pressure of the stanley knife seems to put the plastic under tension, so that it doesn't bed down.
Thoroughly fed up with it.
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I agree. I have come to peace with using my phones without because I think there is a bigger risk of me getting angry and busting my phone when i try to apply the protector than there is scrathing the screen without
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The screen protectors they sell in verizon and best buy for the Droid Incredible are a joke.
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So does the Incredible have the same size screen as the Desire? Could someone buy screen protectors for the Incredible and cut them to fit the Desire
defraguk said:
just getting my desire today! but a word from the wise, a few weeks ago I was scrabbling under desks patching phone cables with my touch hd in my pocket, when I finally surfaced noticed a great big, deep scratch on my screen, probably from a desk leg or something. You could run your fingernail down it and it really felt like the glass had scratched. With big panic I gently lifted off the screen protector only to find that the deep scratch had not gone through to the glass. A fresh protector and it was as good as new.
I have already ordered protectors for my desire... well worth the money.
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Well that's the trick. The protectors are easy to damage so that you buy new ones and each time think 'phew that saved me' when in fact almost all the time there would have been no damage to the screen anyway.
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just getting my desire today! but a word from the wise, a few weeks ago I was scrabbling under desks patching phone cables with my touch hd in my pocket, when I finally surfaced noticed a great big, deep scratch on my screen, probably from a desk leg or something. You could run your fingernail down it and it really felt like the glass had scratched. With big panic I gently lifted off the screen protector only to find that the deep scratch had not gone through to the glass. A fresh protector and it was as good as new.
I have already ordered protectors for my desire... well worth the money.
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I don't think the scratch would be visible even without the protector. The protector is some soft material which can get a deep cut like scratch just because its soft. I bet it wouldn't be visible on the screen if you had none either as long as the phone is in your pocket covered by jeans or whatever you have on your ass and the desk inst really made out from pure metal with sharp edges. You would sooner break it then scratch in normal case scenario.
Hello everyone. I know this has probably been a long debated thing. But I'm wondering what everyone here thinks.
Who all uses a Screen Protector like Zagg's Invisible Shield, BSE, BodyGuardz, or Clear Protector? I always have a HORRIBLE time installing them. Just tried again and it is not easy. I feel like I'd rather just go without. The screen looks and feels much better. I know the Droid has scratch resistant Gorilla Glass, but the N1 is something different. I've seen video's of it Not scratching at all during tests.. I'm worried that over time it will get little hairline scratches.
Thoughts?
Tried a few screen protectors. Hated them. I have some hairline scratches now which bothers me, BUT, the feel of the Nexus One is still irreplaceable in my personal opinion. For what it's worth, I am factoring in the low resale value of my N1 - as it is engraved with my name - and I feel that the potential value adjustment from the hairline scratches is marginal, as I really still love the look and feel of the fully exposed phone, and the hairline scratches are only visible in direct sunlight.
I hate the feel of screen protectors. but i also hate how the n1's glass feels in humid conditions (always, im from nyc) - youre finger simply doesnt slide. so i got dcmugens matte screen protector. It reduces the screen quality slighty, though everything is just as readable. but ur finger slides awesomely. also you get better visibilty in sunlight. and obviously the protection of a screen protector. i recommend.
i have a body guard. i bought it at the mall and they installed it for me. it felt like crap the first few days i played with it but now it's like i don't even know it's there.
I also use Body Guardz screen protector (just screen) I don't notice it and the surface isn't grippy like some screen protectors (invisible shield)
I can try scratching the protector and not leave marks, and its very clear.
Well I've had invisible shield and also Clear Protector.. Clear Protector are just like Zagg's but cheaper and have less orange peel look and slide better. they are on ebay..
I'm fine with using them, but the screen is amazing without one.
Who thinks the N1 is Safe to use without one?
Ive had 2 zagg protectors on mine. seems each time they install it, it end up sucking worse and worse each time, peeling, bubbles, etc etc. I like zagg because I dropped my mytouch and peeled the protector off and it was perfect. I decided to install my own zagg screen protector not going to lie the screen is awesome without it but I'd rather protect it after all the $$$$$ spent on it.
yea the job on my ipod touch, and my G1 was perfect, but I had the same Invisible shield stand by my house try twice on my N1 and it was a terrible job each time.
I have the official HTC Nexus One screen protector that is now carried in T-Mobile stores. With tax $16
using a $1 protector on my screen, saved it from 3 bad scratches so far
when it comes to screen protectors, the best ones come from china....and the cheaper the better. the ones sold here in the US are "rubbery" and your finger tends to "hang up" when sliding on the screen.
the china ones are also a cinch to put on.
example 3x-Screen-Guard-Protector-Film-Google-Nexus-One-HTC
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when it comes to screen protectors, the best ones come from china....and the cheaper the better. the ones sold here in the US are "rubbery" and your finger tends to "hang up" when sliding on the screen.
the china ones are also a cinch to put on.
example 3x-Screen-Guard-Protector-Film-Google-Nexus-One-HTC
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and you've used those same ones. How is the durability. I've used cheaper ones that aren't invisible shield or similar brands, but they tend to get scratched much easier. Thats why I go back to the better ones.
Nope.
10 char.
Had a Hero for nearly a year without a screen protector. Carried loose in my pocket with keys etc and no scratches at all. I think we've been made paranoid after years of soft plastic resistive touchscreens.
No screen protector on the N1 for me.
None. I treat my phones like crap, and when its ready to die, Ill just get the next best thing.
I think its ridiculous how people put on screen protectors and large cases. It takes away the feeling of the phone.
I used to do the screen protector thing but when they started to peel or grab my finger, I diecided to not use them anymore. Been few months and my screen is good as the day I pulled it out of the box.
Edit: I do keep mine in the Google sleeve when its not in use.
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I ordered the Tuneband to work out with and it came with a screen protector... went on super easy and its actually not too bad at all... i have no gripes with it at all
no need! this isn't an iphone... ive had this thing since launch and not a single scratch ANYWHERE... my iphone scratched the 2nd day I had it... got a new screen on it and scratched again... nexus is the most durable phone ive ever owned and I love that it doesn't need extra crap to protect it.
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I have the official HTC Nexus One screen protector that is now carried in T-Mobile stores. With tax $16
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The one i bought at t-mobile didnt cover the full screen.. Does yours?
Just ordered and installed Realook screen protectors and I couldn't be more pleased. I have used other screen protection from Zagg and Sprint and I did not like them nearly as much. I will do my best to describe what its like but you really need to see it in person.
Feel:
The material is a firm plastic that when applied feels nearly the same as the bare glass. I did not like Zagg because it felt soft and textured like an orange peel. This stuff is 95% the same feel as glass and I waited 20 days before installing it, so I have a good level of comparison.
Look:
Clear as glass. I have not yet tested what effects it has on glare, but there is no noticeable difference indoors. Also it is ready to go 30 seconds after installing. All you need to do is push out the large air bubbles. It doesn't take 1 or 2 days to settle like some other protectors. Other people in this thread reported a rainbow reflection in the sun light when the screen is off.
Installation:
Before I started I ran the shower on hot to fill the bathroom with some steam to settle the dust. There is nothing that will bother me more than a single spec of dust under a screen protector, I will obsess about it to no end. Due to my rough and dry hands I am a dust machine and I have never failed to get at least 1 piece of dust under every screen protector I have installed. This time was no different. I mis-aligned the screen on installation and had to peel it back, when I did 1 spec of dust planted itself. I used a piece of tape they include in the box to peel back the screen, and another piece of tape to pull off the dust and it was clean. I am sooo happy about this point. Other protectors I used with adhesive would grab onto dust and never let go. Since it does not use adhesive so it is easy to put on and peel back off if you made a mistake.
The Bad:
Back button less responsive. It will still work on the first touch every time, but you do need to touch a little harder than before.
Box Includes:
2 screen protectors.
1 Wet wipe
1 Plastic card to push out air
2 pieces of tape(if needed)
1 microfiber cloth(to clean the screen before and after installation)
Sorry for the slightly blurry photos. Taken with another Epic4G and it doesn't like to focus on close ups.
$11 at Amazon
does it make the screen fuzy?
Perfectly clear. I wish I had a better camera to show it.
edit: I just discovered macro mode in the camera settings. I will post more photos soon.
Returned the Sprint speckled ones that was degrading display quality to the local Sprint store and am awaiting delivering of Realook for both Samsung Epic and Panasonic GF1 camera. Realook sounds like the best option and value out right now for the Epic until Steinheil Ultra Oleophobic is made available for comparison.
a holes wouldnt take mine back
+1 for Realook! Best screen protector i have used. Same experience as Pops.
I also went to Realook after Skinomi. Love Realook! Slick, smooth feel like the original glass. Relatively easy to apply. No screen degradation. Wonderful, all around.
does no opening for cam hinder it?
Anyone want to trade their spare ReaLook for a pair of PhantomSkinz screens?
I also have the Realook on my phone and it's absolutely great.
But since no one actually pointed out the cons, I'll try to list a few:
- It's not a PERFECT fit so you'll find gaps on all four sides. I'm concerned that dust may eventually get stuck in those gaps.
- I don't exactly remember how the bare screen was now that I have the Realook on, but I think the Realook makes the screen a little more "reflective".
- Under artificial lights (esp. fluorescents), you'll notice the interference patterns like straight rainbows. Hard to explain but people with screen protectors on any phone may have seen them before.
- The capacitive buttons become less responsive meaning that you'll have to push them harder.
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Doesn't seem to. It is pretty optically clear. With 640x480, you probably wouldn't notice if there was any difference anyway.
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I also have the Realook on my phone and it's absolutely great.
But since no one actually pointed out the cons, I'll try to list a few:
- It's not a PERFECT fit so you'll find gaps on all four sides. I'm concerned that dust may eventually get stuck in those gaps.
- I don't exactly remember how the bare screen was now that I have the Realook on, but I think the Realook makes the screen a little more "reflective".
- Under artificial lights (esp. fluorescents), you'll notice the interference patterns like straight rainbows. Hard to explain but people with screen protectors on any phone may have seen them before.
- The capacitive buttons become less responsive meaning that you'll have to push them harder.
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I agree with all of those. I only have a gap on the bottom, though. Left and right seem to be exact.
I see the rainbow effect but it doesn't seem to cause any problem for me. I really don't notice it unless the display is off.
I do have the less responsive buttons, especially the back button. I'm wondering if I could slice off the bottom centimeter of the protector smoothly enough to make it worth trying.
Jason
I like it, but...
It's harder to clean than the Gorilla Glass of the Epic. It also has more friction than the Gorilla Glass. Your fingers won't glide across it as effortlessly. Finally, it has slightly rough edges that you can feel.
I should sell my unused RL screen for 5 bucks or something. Do people typically do that with their unused protectors?
Just ordered mine from amazon after reading this thread, i hope it is as good as you say it is. I have used Zagg a few times before, and Skinomi twice, and BodyGuardz on my nexus one. my favorite was BodyGuardz, but for 10 bucks i think it is worth trying this one. ill give feedback when it gets here in a few days.
If anyone wants another (good) opinion, here's a review from ppcgeeks.
I posted my review on realook a while back on ppcgeeks. Best protector ever IMO. http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/sprint-ep...king-screen-protector-tips-4.html#post1942030
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i use skinomi very nice and slick
I might give real look another chance but I used one on my touch pro 2 for a few months it looks and feels absolutely great however when i took it off today there was definitely some residue left behind. Swiping on the screen was not as smooth as when i first bought it. I just got my epic today and blew the installation of the clarivue protector. I don't think reallook has no adhesive, I think it has some adhesive so before I give them a try again i am gonna try boxwave and clarivue 1 more time.
the best protector IMO
I agree that the Realook protectors are the best. I installed mine a week ago and i'm really liking it. The look is awesome, the fit is perfect and it doesn't really have much more drag then the naked glass. The one issue is the fingerprints and oil residue. I can tell you that the phone is much more difficult to keep clean with the Realook, but that's not big of a deal. I used to just use my shirt or pants to wipe the phone clean, and now i have to use a microfiber. Even then it takes about two to three times the effort to get the oils off. I would still recommend this product.
I just got my real look in today (ordered thursday night) and i have a 10% off coupon code if anyone plans on getting one via amazon before the 30th.. pm me if anyone wants the code...
ordered from same link the OP posted $11 shipped so coupon will drop a buck off.. nothing much but I figured id throw it up here
UPDATE:the coupon is spoken for.
Ok i need to first say Pops_G you rock for informing me about this screen protector, and your method with the shower was genius, wish i did that when i installed all the other screen protectors in my past. On to my experience...
I just got the Realook Screen protector today, and i previously stated in a prior reply, i have tried zagg invisible shields, BodyGuardz ( OLD FAVORITE ) and Skinomi. The application of the Realook Screen protector was hands down, the Easiest ever, i didn't think it could go that fast. And in terms of how it looks and feels, I could not believe my eyes. You seriously cannot tell when looking at the screen that there is a protector on there. Zagg, Bodyguardz, Skinomi all have, in some regard, no matter how small, a orange peel effect, where there are small ripples in the screen from the water that is used in the installation process, they go away in time, but it is slightly noticeable. They also feel rubbery and take away from the graceful movements of the screen. Plus you have to turn off the phone, pull batter, use a water/soap spray mixture, worry about air bubbles, let it dry 24 to 48 hours, and wake a week plus for the solvent to evaporate. I had this Realook applied in 5 minutes, it would of been less, but i was super anal about making sure not a spec of dust was on the screen. lol.
Now this is just my first impression, after a hour or so of use. It is plastic which makes it feel very much like the original screen, although im sure that will allow the screen protector to scratch, unlike zagg, bodyguardz, and skinomis rubber film where they wont, unless you really try. And also it does show the finger oils more than the actual glass does. I am ok with this becasue that is the purpose of the protector, to get scratched and not the actual screen, Plus i have a backup because 2 came in the pack. GREAT DEAL. Second, i only see this screen protector working for phones that have a completely flat screen and have some sort of small lip around the phone. For Example: I dont think it would work best on a palm pre, which has no lip, and then it could be more easily peeled off down the line. But for the Epic 4g... Seriously im in love.
Thanks again Pops_G
I wanted a cheap 3-pack of anti-glare protectors for my TouchPad, but haven't had much luck on eBay.
I purchased some regular screen protectors, and besides the glare driving me nuts, they aren't even cut right! They are way too big for the TouchPad. The corners hang over the glass and ridge of the bezel, which prevents them from lying flat on the screen (which means perma-bubbles).
Does anyone have an eBay link for a multi-pack (2 or 3 at least, just in case I screw up) of anti-glare protectors that they have used that are actually cut small enough to fit the TouchPad?
I prefer the eBay prices ($2 per protector) over something like Best Buy prices ($20-$40 per protector).
My biggest worry is about finding cheap, anti-glare protectors that feel the same as, say, the clarivue brand. The goal for me is to make the touch surface have a clarivue anti-glare feel. Sort of a cost hassle to keep trying cheaper protectors that might not feel or work the same.
I had good luck with these and would buy again: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EC2FOI
You have to be careful installing them tho. I had problems with the first one, so installed the second one and it turned out very nice.
My wife's TP came with Zagg, which I hate so I suspect the 3rd one will go on there eventually and will be done in the bathroom with the shower running with hot water to increase the humidity. Static, dust and dirty hands are why most of these fail the first time.
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I had good luck with these and would buy again: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EC2FOI
You have to be careful installing them tho. I had problems with the first one, so installed the second one and it turned out very nice.
My wife's TP came with Zagg, which I hate so I suspect the 3rd one will go on there eventually and will be done in the bathroom with the shower running with hot water to increase the humidity. Static, dust and dirty hands are why most of these fail the first time.
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How big are the protectors?
In my opinion, the optimal covering would actually leave some glass exposed by the button and the outside parameter of the glass (the primary purpose of a protector is to keep the part of the screen you actually stare into 99% of the time scratch free, the center).
This helps prevent bubbling at edges, and also gives a tiny bit of wiggle room in case it's not perfectly centered.
"Bad" protectors try to cover the glass 100%, which gives no wiggle room and increases the chance of the protector not lying flat or easily bubbling up.
H & W is about 1/16 smaller than the glass.
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I wanted a cheap 3-pack of anti-glare protectors for my TouchPad, but haven't had much luck on eBay.
I purchased some regular screen protectors, and besides the glare driving me nuts, they aren't even cut right! They are way too big for the TouchPad. The corners hang over the glass and ridge of the bezel, which prevents them from lying flat on the screen (which means perma-bubbles).
Does anyone have an eBay link for a multi-pack (2 or 3 at least, just in case I screw up) of anti-glare protectors that they have used that are actually cut small enough to fit the TouchPad?
I prefer the eBay prices ($2 per protector) over something like Best Buy prices ($20-$40 per protector).
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Have a look there: http://electroniccrap.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=54_60&products_id=74
Any of these "lower priced" options plus shipping ends up costing in the upper teens. Might as well just spend a few dollars more at that point for the brand with the guaranteed construction and feel.
Axecaster said:
Any of these "lower priced" options plus shipping ends up costing in the upper teens. Might as well just spend a few dollars more at that point for the brand with the guaranteed construction and feel.
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This is absolutely not true. The "lower priced" options will always be the better deal.
I paid "top dollar" for brand-name protector in the past. Over $20 for just one protector. I will never do that again. They had the same supplier that provided the $1 protectors on eBay.
I have an iPhone 3GS, two iPad 2s, and a Nook Color. All of them are equipped with the absolute cheapest screen protectors I could find (less than $1 each), and they all work great. Anti-glare, smooth to the touch, and high-quality material that applied without any dust or bubbles under them.
Monoprice sells screen protectors for around $0.80. You spend less than $6 for three protectors shipped, and they are all of VERY high quality. The ones at the store with the big name-brand logo on them are of the same construction, no better, but will cost you way more, and you get just one in a package. You're paying for the brand name.
I disagree. My wife's NC has a nice matte finish and mine showed fingerprints so not all the same.
It's sometimes tricky to determine the supplier and the sameness of different protectors. Who's clarivue's supplier?
I've applied 3 or 4 different anti-glare protectors to different devices. I only use these to reduce finger prints and change the feel of the screen.
While all the types or brands I tried seemed to apply and work decently, there were obvious variances in material, fit and feel.
So, I'm not exactly arguing good deal or bad deal here. It's how many times can I guess right or wrong when reviews and descriptions don't say much on comparable construction/feel to other similar products?
Matte Screen Protectors
Hey guys can anyone here recommend a good matte screen protector for the touchpad? I got myself a zagg but find its not that smooth as my matte protector on my phone.
ran495 said:
Hey guys can anyone here recommend a good matte screen protector for the touchpad? I got myself a zagg but find its not that smooth as my matte protector on my phone.
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These are pretty nice.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IUQWTU/
Any recommendations for us guys from the UK please.
redhooka said:
These are pretty nice.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IUQWTU/
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I have these in matte, and they work very well. They still pick up some fingerprints, but it's not nearly as bad as normal glass. I can post a picture if anyone's curious.
I picked up a cheap anti-glare one on Amazon when I purchased the tablet. It barely removes glare and still gets tons of fingerprints. It did get a nice scratch in it though, so at least it protects the screen
I bought them from handhelditems.com they are anti glare 3 set for under 10 bucks shipped. Fits perfect
ebay uk
Item number: 320773294671
I bought the same as that for £3.99 and its pretty good. Glare is noticeably lower, however need to bump the brightness up. Also haven't cleaned the screen at all last few times I have used it so finger prints are less obvious.
Colchiro said:
I disagree. My wife's NC has a nice matte finish and mine showed fingerprints so not all the same.
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What screen protector is on the NC? I keep getting the ghost touches on mine. I was just looking at a cheap one at http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10843&cs_id=1084307&p_id=8398&seq=1&format=2
I wasted about $30 in several screen protectors because after I placed them, I found out they were not aligning perfectly. After taking them off & getting finger prints under them, creases or dust etc... they were ruined.
Is there any screen protector that use liquid spray on the screen before placing the actual screen protector on, so you can then re-position it & align it without taking the entire thing off?
I know I seen a few over the years, but all the ones I'm searching on Amazon & eBay are the ones without.
Also any recommendations for clear screen protectors that have the best fingerprint/smudge resistants? I hate wiping my screen everytime I use it & all the advertised anti-smudge screen protectors I used don't do a good job.
I wasted lots of money on screen protectors over the years and bought quite expensive ones, But i can never fit them perfect, and if i find one bit of dust, you can sometime remove the dust for a bit of sticky tape, if it`s glass forget it, I had one crack in half trying to lift the edge, So now i buy as cheap as possible, get a 6 pack and keep binning the failures till you get it perfect.
You can get screen protectors from ZAGG, you spray the screen protector and apply it to your screen, but it does not fix till the water dries so you have ages to adjust it to perfection.
EDIT: It`s years since i bought my last ZAGG, but they seemed a bit draggy on my finger, maybe they improved, read the reviews.
https://www.zagg.com/eu/en_eu/invisibleshield