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WHAT SCREEN PROTECTOR TYPE IS BEST?
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Please share your experience with "antiglare" screen protectors if you have or had used one and help me make my mind?
I have a cheap standard/glossy $1 screen protector for now, but since our phones have screens basically unreadable in the sun I think the kind of s.p. matters more than in other phones case
I had one of the first "mirror" screen protectors few years back, and it was horrible. It made the screen appear slightly distorted. Has this been improved by now?
I used the antiglare type of screen protectors on my evo and evo shift and i loved them and refuse to use any other kind, but they have their drawbacks. Number 1 is it washes the screen out just slightly so its not as crisp and colors are a bit more dull. 2 it feels werid and its hard to explain how they feel its like your finger slides really easy because its a really slick surface, but the surface also feels rough. Like i said i loved them and i might see about getting one for my doubleshot.
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Also just remembered that the anti glare screen protectors aren't as prone to fingerprints on the screen which is a major gain
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I've had the mirror screen protectors and there horrible in the sunlight, I prefer the regular ones its much easier to see the screen it dark/bright light.
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strapped365 said:
I used the antiglare type of screen protectors on my evo and evo shift and i loved them and refuse to use any other kind, but they have their drawbacks. Number 1 is it washes the screen out just slightly so its not as crisp and colors are a bit more dull. 2 it feels werid and its hard to explain how they feel its like your finger slides really easy because its a really slick surface, but the surface also feels rough. Like i said i loved them and i might see about getting one for my doubleshot.
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I already have hard time seeing my screen outdoors and can't see it at all in the sunlight, so I guess antiglare s.p. isn't for me... Too bad I already ordered it on ebay If you still want it I can send it to you once it arrives here (should be next week - and sending from Canada to US outta be way faster than ordering it from China to USA) just PM me
ac3theone said:
I've had the mirror screen protectors and there horrible in the sunlight, I prefer the regular ones its much easier to see the screen it dark/bright light.
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Doh, it seems as I suspected that the "mirror" technology hasn't improved at all yet. Thanks for the tip, you have just saved me $10 or so
MT4GS said:
I already have hard time seeing my screen outdoors and can't see it at all in the sunlight, so I guess antiglare s.p. isn't for me... Too bad I already ordered it on ebay If you still want it I can send it to you once it arrives here (should be next week - and sending from Canada to US outta be way faster than ordering it from China to USA) just PM me
Doh, it seems as I suspected that the "mirror" technology hasn't improved at all yet. Thanks for the tip, you have just saved me $10 or so
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Well when I said it washes the screen out some its because its blocking glare, I'm telling you hands down they are the best ones I have ever seen, if you get it in and its not for you ill take it off your hands, but once you actually see it I think you will love it
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I see! well, I never had the antiglare one before thats why I misunderstood. Now I can't wait its arrival haha
MT4GS said:
I see! well, I never had the antiglare one before thats why I misunderstood. Now I can't wait its arrival haha
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I'm sure you can't, who cares if the colors wash out a bit, when you can use the phone in direct sunlight, and its less prone to finger smudges lol
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strapped365 said:
I used the antiglare type of screen protectors on my evo and evo shift and i loved them and refuse to use any other kind, but they have their drawbacks. Number 1 is it washes the screen out just slightly so its not as crisp and colors are a bit more dull. 2 it feels werid and its hard to explain how they feel its like your finger slides really easy because its a really slick surface, but the surface also feels rough. Like i said i loved them and i might see about getting one for my doubleshot.
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Also just remembered that the anti glare screen protectors aren't as prone to fingerprints on the screen which is a major gain
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Ditto to just about everything you said. I personally use the antiglare just for the sole purpose of not having to constantly wipe fingerprints with my shirttail.
It for sure a strange texture to the touch at 1st but actually is smoother and more precise than the glossy kind.
Yes, it does dim the display and make it a bit less vibrant, but I turn up the brightness a tad and it is fine.
All in all, I personally prefer the antiglare just for the fingerprint resistance. Enjoy yours when you get 'em!
Well, the antiglare screen protector arrived today already, and I am actually pissed and I love it too
I haven't test it yet in the sun because I just got home, but I love the texture of it, the matte look, and I can tell it really is anti-glare since it has dispersed even my camera's flash light when I took the photo below
I am pissed because before I order it I emailed the seller to make sure they do have MyTouch 4G Slide screen protectors, yet they have sent me some other one (I'm guessing it might be for MT4G and not the "Slide" version, but I'm not sure). It is too short and has different cam/sensors cut-outs at the top.
I foolishy trusted it is the correct one when it arrived and I had already ripped-off my "clear" one, so I had to install it for now. Which makes me double-pissed
To make things worse my order is labeled "SPAG-HTC-MYT4G-SL" - IMO it means "ScreenProtectorAntiGlare-HTC-MYTouch4G-SLide" - yet it is wrong one they've shipped, gee
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Well, the antiglare screen protector arrived today already, and I am actually pissed and I love it too
I haven't test it yet in the sun because I just got home, but I love the texture of it, the matte look, and I can tell it really is anti-glare since it has dispersed even my camera's flash light when I took the photo below
I am pissed because before I order it I emailed the seller to make sure they do have MyTouch 4G Slide screen protectors, yet they have sent me some other one (I'm guessing it might be for MT4G and not the "Slide" version, but I'm not sure). It is too short and has different cam/sensors cut-outs at the top.
I foolishy trusted it is the correct one when it arrived and I had already ripped-off my "clear" one, so I had to install it for now. Which makes me double-pissed
To make things worse my order is labeled "SPAG-HTC-MYT4G-SL" - IMO it means "ScreenProtectorAntiGlare-HTC-MYTouch4G-SLide" - yet it is wrong one they've shipped, gee
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Tried to get a good look at my wife's MT4G (non-slide) and it is hard to tell with some ugly decal thing she has on it, BUT I will say, if you lined it up at the bottom correctly, it looks way too short. It probably is for the MT4G. I am pretty sure, because when I use her protectors as an emergency, I have to trim them all the way around to fit my MT4GS. Apparently the slide is a bit smaller than the non.
How many came in your order? I have to order like 12 at a time because I always screw up about 4 of them before I get one on with no dust dots under it
cerwidwen said:
Tried to get a good look at my wife's MT4G (non-slide) and it is hard to tell with some ugly decal thing she has on it, BUT I will say, if you lined it up at the bottom correctly, it looks way too short. It probably is for the MT4G. I am pretty sure, because when I use her protectors as an emergency, I have to trim them all the way around to fit my MT4GS. Apparently the slide is a bit smaller than the non.
How many came in your order? I have to order like 12 at a time because I always screw up about 4 of them before I get one on with no dust dots under it
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I order only set of 2 (just to try - never had anti-glares before), but I think this seller has packs of 10 as well (same price tho).
If you want I can take more pics to show you, but yeah I have aligned it at the bottom perfectly, so that's exactly how it comes out on top.
Mind you: this *is* Slide what I have, and the screen protector is slightly narrower (about 1mm on each side) and too short by about 4mm (not to mention the "cut-outs" are wrong) so if this screen protector is for the "non-Slide" MT4G version then the "non-slide" has to be smaller than "slide", not the other way around.
Quality is very good because same as you I usually get the "bubble" somewhere and waste at least 1 protector before it is perfect, but this one seems thicker than the "glare one" and it attached itself almost perfectly right away, I only had to push it tighter at one corner. The cuts are well made, not sharp edges like it was in some other screen protectors but feels kinda polished. Actually I should say the quality is excellent, reminds me of the first Mitsubishi s.p. for laptop screen I bought years ago in Japan. If only it was the right size...
here is the website if you want wholesale quantity (I don't know does 1 dozen qualifies but you can try):
http://www.usellisell.com
and here is the "retail" seller name on ebay:
milk375mlseller
MT4GS said:
I order only set of 2 (just to try - never had anti-glares before), but I think this seller has packs of 10 as well (same price tho).
If you want I can take more pics to show you, but yeah I have aligned it at the bottom perfectly, so that's exactly how it comes out on top.
Mind you: this *is* Slide what I have, and the screen protector is slightly narrower (about 1mm on each side) and too short by about 4mm (not to mention the "cut-outs" are wrong) so if this screen protector is for the "non-Slide" MT4G version then the "non-slide" has to be smaller than "slide", not the other way around.
Quality is very good, actually excellent because same as you I usually get the "bubble" somewhere and waste at least 1 protector before it is perfect, but this one seems thicker than the "glare one" and it attached itself almost perfectly right away, I only had to push it tighter at one corner. The cuts are well made, not sharp edges but kinda polished. If only it was the right size...
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Yeah, I will look tomorrow. Its late. The house is dark and my eyes and brain may be confusing me. Maybe it is the other way around. Anyway, if you had one that fit right, you would like it, so that's a good thing
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cerwidwen said:
Anyway, if you had one that fit right, you would like it, so that's a good thing
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Sure thing!
in the future "anti-glare" are the only ones I'll ever buy... you and strapped365 were absolutely correct, thx!
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MY CONCLUSION
(after a week+ with this screen protector)
With standard "shiny" s.p. (or without any s.p.) you can NOT see the screen outdoors in the sun.
Here is a picture of my MT4GS' screen with "antiglare" s.p. in very bright sun:
Until I have received this anti-glare s.p. I was skeptical (read the thread if you're curious) but once I have use it I love it so much that in the future I will never buy any other type of s.p.!
The screen is now not only readable in the direct sunlight, but exactly as guys above said so:
due to it's texture it is somewhat smudge-hiding
(edit: NO it is not really "smudgeless", if you look at certain angle and light you will see the finger smudges, but even then they're not as bad as on any other type of s.p.)
The only drawback are the colors: at first (when you apply this s.p.) it feels dull and washed a bit - not much, but you can see the difference. However, after very short time I get used to it and feels normal now.
Anyone looking for s.p. replacement should go with an antiglare type.
The benefits (ability to see screen under any conditions and it's "smudge-concealment") greatly outweight the cons (somewhat less-vibrant colors)
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WHAT SCREEN PROTECTOR TYPE IS BEST?
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(original post below)
Please share your experience with "antiglare" screen protectors if you have or had used one and help me make my mind?
I have a cheap standard/glossy $1 screen protector for now, but since our phones have screens basically unreadable in the sun I think the kind of s.p. matters more than in other phones case
I had one of the first "mirror" screen protectors few years back, and it was horrible. It made the screen appear slightly distorted. Has this been improved by now?
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They weren't as of about 3 months ago. Suuuuuuuucked. Might as well be putting car window tinting on it.
Hmm... so does anyone have a suggestion for a nice anti-glare screen protector that will fit the phone nicely?
I just got the cheapest matte 6 pack or whatever on eBay from "Top Sellers" in N America.
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Completely agree with the conclusion. Got 3 from Amazon for about $2.49 at the time.
http://www.amazon.com/EMPIRE-Anti-G...=mytouch+4g+slide+anti-glare+screen+protector
Random brand called "Empire". Despite the one review. IT's a solid screen protector. Technically all Anti-Glare's have a "matte" kind of feel to it. The feeling and the look of the screen would probably be the most attractive part of Anti-Glares. However yes there is the sacrifice of losing slight visual quality.
Thanks, I'll give those Empire anti-glares a shot
Edit: nvm, shipping to Canada is STEEP on those guys. I'll keep a lookout for other anti-glares. Thanks for the suggestion, though
Appogee said:
Completely agree with the conclusion. Got 3 from Amazon for about $2.49 at the time.
http://www.amazon.com/EMPIRE-Anti-G...=mytouch+4g+slide+anti-glare+screen+protector
Random brand called "Empire". Despite the one review. IT's a solid screen protector. Technically all Anti-Glare's have a "matte" kind of feel to it. The feeling and the look of the screen would probably be the most attractive part of Anti-Glares. However yes there is the sacrifice of losing slight visual quality.
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I bought a set of these 3 for 2.49 from the link above, and am VERY PLEASED. Quick shipping by seller, and they fit perfect with appropriate cutouts for sensors etc up near the top. Good deal!! :good:
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I am about to pick up a sensation.
I had a Vibrant for a year and a half and the phone even with Gorilla glass had some surface scratches.
I am looking for the following
1)I want to not deal with finger/cheek prints
2)Glare I do not care about, but it seems like most screen protectors that are anti oil are also the dithery looking anti glare ones.
Tell me what you use, and how os it on oil?
I just ordered some cheap ones from eBay. I don't know why people buy the clear protectors and deal with finger prints. Anti-glare, anti-fingerprint is the way to go.
I also ordered mine on ebay. I hate Finger Prints!!!
The reason why people buy clear protectors is because the anti glare and the clear both have a pro and con....the clear ones give u the full resolution of the screen but leaves finger prints...anti glare gives u no fingerprints but pixelizes the screen a bit
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I've tried anti-glare ones from a few different sellers and the best I have found were from zydistro unfortunately they only carry mirror ones currently
They only cover the usable part of the screen but are very easy to apply and are very finger print/cheek resistant I have had mine on for over a month. Another positive thing is that the anti-glare doesn't rub off and turn into a regular screen protector like some other cheap ebay store's products have done for me.
I've gotten mine from Bestskinsever.com. The protector on my Sensation still looks great, and it's been on since I got the phone when it first came out last summer.
I first used it on my original mytouch 3g, and it lasted for about 2 years...
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Keep the replies coming, I'll check out the suggestions.
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dgwphotography said:
I've gotten mine from Bestskinsever.com. The protector on my Sensation still looks great, and it's been on since I got the phone when it first came out last summer.
I first used it on my original mytouch 3g, and it lasted for about 2 years...
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Unfortunately I can't find one for our Sensation
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I bought mine for 7€ (6 pieces). These are the best protectors I've ever used. The screen reflections are almost gone. The good point is that you don't see your own fingerprints. And it has the best behavior when you read text as it is almost the same clear view on the screen. Other antiglare screen protectors turned white into grey or made small, rainbow-colored dots.
Don't know if you can get them in the US, cause I bought mine in Germany.
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Skinomi are the best screen protectors by far, a bit difficult to put on if you've never done it before, but just go to a local car parts shop and get a 3M squeegee (rubber one that looks like a credit card size) and install it yourself. I did it last night on my sensation going from a zagg protector, this one is much more smoother when moving my finger over it, i love it.
kiwiwiwi said:
I bought mine for 7€ (6 pieces). These are the best protectors I've ever used. The screen reflections are almost gone. The good point is that you don't see your own fingerprints. And it has the best behavior when you read text as it is almost the same clear view on the screen. Other antiglare screen protectors turned white into grey or made small, rainbow-colored dots.
Don't know if you can get them in the US, cause I bought mine in Germany.
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I ordered some cheap ones on ebay, will post a review when they come in.
Ov3rbyte said:
Skinomi are the best screen protectors by far, a bit difficult to put on if you've never done it before, but just go to a local car parts shop and get a 3M squeegee (rubber one that looks like a credit card size) and install it yourself. I did it last night on my sensation going from a zagg protector, this one is much more smoother when moving my finger over it, i love it.
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They do not have any anti-glare ones on their site.
So THAT'S what they're called! I've always seen this type of screen protector, but I've never known how they were different. They were always also easier to use, as my finger would slide better, as opposed to the shiny screen protector I have now. Thanks so much! I just ordered some off eBay, hopefully they work well!
The screen protectors came in today.
Packaging: The 5 screen protectors came in an envelope with a stamp saying "pictures do not bend". Overall the packaging is not awesome but adequate. Each screen protector came in a plastic wrap and included with a cheap dry towelette thing to wipe the screen.
Installation: Overall the application went fine but I got 2 small air bubbles around the edges of the screen that I cannot get rid off due to the curved glass. I tried to warm up the screen protector with a hair dryer but it didn't help. I don't really mind because the bubbles do not affect the view-able part of the screen.
Quality: this is one of the better screen protectors(anti-glare) ones that I have tried. There is some dithering look but not too much, it seems to do well with fingerprints and glare, much better then without it.
Overall I would highly recommend these, but because they're coming from HK shipping times are long.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5X-Anti-Gla...ssories_RL&hash=item3a71070d25#ht_2609wt_1384
Hey Calcvictim could you upload a few pics of the protector in action please.
Your favorable review, caught my attention and the price is very good...
thanks
Calcvictim said:
The screen protectors came in today.
Packaging: The 5 screen protectors came in an envelope with a stamp saying "pictures do not bend". Overall the packaging is not awesome but adequate. Each screen protector came in a plastic wrap and included with a cheap dry towelette thing to wipe the screen.
Installation: Overall the application went fine but I got 2 small air bubbles around the edges of the screen that I cannot get rid off due to the curved glass. I tried to warm up the screen protector with a hair dryer but it didn't help. I don't really mind because the bubbles do not affect the view-able part of the screen.
Quality: this is one of the better screen protectors(anti-glare) ones that I have tried. There is some dithering look but not too much, it seems to do well with fingerprints and glare, much better then without it.
Overall I would highly recommend these, but because they're coming from HK shipping times are long.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5X-Anti-Gla...ssories_RL&hash=item3a71070d25#ht_2609wt_1384
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Calcvictim said:
The screen protectors came in today.
Packaging: The 5 screen protectors came in an envelope with a stamp saying "pictures do not bend". Overall the packaging is not awesome but adequate. Each screen protector came in a plastic wrap and included with a cheap dry towelette thing to wipe the screen.
Installation: Overall the application went fine but I got 2 small air bubbles around the edges of the screen that I cannot get rid off due to the curved glass. I tried to warm up the screen protector with a hair dryer but it didn't help. I don't really mind because the bubbles do not affect the view-able part of the screen.
Quality: this is one of the better screen protectors(anti-glare) ones that I have tried. There is some dithering look but not too much, it seems to do well with fingerprints and glare, much better then without it.
Overall I would highly recommend these, but because they're coming from HK shipping times are long.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5X-Anti-Gla...ssories_RL&hash=item3a71070d25#ht_2609wt_1384
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The listing shows its for the Sensation XL?
Moon2 said:
The listing shows its for the Sensation XL?
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I guess I linked the wrong auction, that is the seller that I got them from.
Here is a link to the Sensation ones, it comes as a pack of 4 not 5 though.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/4X-Matte-Sc...ccessories&hash=item3cbb3747e3#ht_2620wt_1384
Lexerd anti glare
http://www.amazon.com/Lexerd-Sensation-TrueVue-Anti-glare-Protector/dp/B004YKYB84
After messing around with a couple of subpar screen protectors, I got these off of amazon. The price may be a turn off for many, but to me they were worth it. Fits the curve glass just fine. Application was super easy, even comes with finger gloves to protect from finger prints. I would say the fit is 99% perfect.
Thanks for the pics Calcvictim the protector looks really good, especially for the price.
It also doesn't seem too foggy, like many anti-glare protectors.
Hiepxhop, could I also trouble you for some pics of the Lexerd protector? Many good reviews on Amazon, and I've heard good things about that brand before...
thanks!
hiepxhop said:
http://www.amazon.com/Lexerd-Sensation-TrueVue-Anti-glare-Protector/dp/B004YKYB84
After messing around with a couple of subpar screen protectors, I got these off of amazon. The price may be a turn off for many, but to me they were worth it. Fits the curve glass just fine. Application was super easy, even comes with finger gloves to protect from finger prints. I would say the fit is 99% perfect.
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I also use the Lexerd screen protector, and it has worked out pretty well. Part of the top lifted up and lint got into it, but that shouldn't be an issue if you use a case. (I didn't at first)
Yes, there is the pixelated rainbow effect in the whites, but I find the feel of it completely worth it. If I could find a link for that German one I wouldn't mind trying it out.
I was perusing the Rearth Case thread and from there came across the i-Blason TPU case. Like the Rearth, it's $10USD well in US, not sure if it's available internationally yet.
I have it on and sporting it right now. I do like it. It gives the phone better grip IMO. The only negative is that it's not clear. I mean you can still see the nexus name but not the sparklies lol. I have also posted a pic of a holster that I had back when the HTC Sensation first came out and I needed some sort of holster before Seidio came out with one. Don't mind the cords lol...
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Other colors are black and pink.
Anywhere here is the amazon linkage
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-SoftGel-Flexible-Frost-Clear/dp/B009Y0ZH6Y/ref=lh_ni_t
I have already ordered this case from amazon it should be here Monday or Tuesday, I will post impressions then.
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I ordered it too. We'll see how it goes.
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Um, I already ordered two other cases but I like this one better.
Put it on my wish list.
I also ordered this same case, in the frost, I will also post my impressions about it.
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If someone could comment on a good glossy tpu case (maybe this one is), I find those have much better grip than matte.
kpjimmy said:
I was perusing the Rearth Case thread and from there came across the i-Blason TPU case. Like the Rearth, it's $10USD well in US, not sure if it's available internationally yet.
I don't have a N4 but waiting for one eventually and wanted to see what cases there are. Currently I have a Sensation with an i-Blason case and love it as well. Anyone want to try it out? I personally want a clear/frost one. Other colors are black and pink.
Anywhere here is the amazon linkage
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-SoftGel-Flexible-Frost-Clear/dp/B009Y0ZH6Y/ref=lh_ni_t
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Please dont buy these I-Blazon cases, they are the same ones sold from china for so much cheapER!! BEWARE!!!!
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Please dont buy these I-Blazon cases, they are the same ones sold from china for so much cheapER!! BEWARE!!!!
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The "s line" ones from China are really thick and ugly IMO, I haven't seen much else on eBay yet
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The "s line" ones from China are really thick and ugly IMO, I haven't seen much else on eBay yet
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im saying that this case can be found with a brand for cheaper
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im saying that this case can be found with a brand for cheaper
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I respectfully disagree with your opinion. For my Sensation, I have both the cheap ebay ones that can be bought for around 2-4 dollars and I currently have the i-Blason. Yes they are similar, but the main difference for me when I got these for my Sensation was that the openings and buttons did not align 100%. With the i-Blason, on the Sensation anyway did. So that is why I was inquiring if anyone has tried these out yet.
But you may be right, you never know with new products, but I want to see the proof in the pudding.
I don't know about their quality yet, but I pre-ordered with them because they claimed to be shipping on the 13th. So I figured I'd pick it up just because it was the first case I saw available.
Well turns out it didn't ship until the 21st and that was the last day of their expected timeframe that it would be delivered. They did not expedite the shipping and would not get back to me about requesting a refund on the shipping.
At this point, even if it's a nice case I'm sending it back. I don't like doing business with companies that fail to communicate (and yes, at least with Google I had someone to call regardless of them knowing something, they still answered. They also honored Free shipping for failing to meet shipping timeframe).
Other than that, I ordered the black one and I'll update with the quality of it and pics with it on the device.
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I also ordered this case in Frost Clear.
I was a little disheartened to look at the product photos today and see the true representation of the case on the phone.
When I ordered the case on the 19th, the images they showed on Amazon were obviously Photoshopped, but I had hoped they were a decent representation of the case, just not having an actual model phone to place them on for product photos.
The Frost Clear product on the 19th looked like this in their image : imgur.com/PrIEy.jpg
Now, looking at the new image they have, the thing is near white. : imgur.com/PrIEy.jpg
I should have mine in an hour or two, and can take photos and post if anyone is interested. I'll wait to get it in my hands to determine if I'm satisfied. I was looking for something a bit more subdued and dark, yet clear enough to see the rear design of the phone a bit. This new white frosted version is much the opposite of that.
kpjimmy said:
I respectfully disagree with your opinion. For my Sensation, I have both the cheap ebay ones that can be bought for around 2-4 dollars and I currently have the i-Blason. Yes they are similar, but the main difference for me when I got these for my Sensation was that the openings and buttons did not align 100%. With the i-Blason, on the Sensation anyway did. So that is why I was inquiring if anyone has tried these out yet.
But you may be right, you never know with new products, but I want to see the proof in the pudding.
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Hmmm, for my sisters s3 she had also ordered 2 cases. One from I-Blason for 15$ and the same on from hong kong for 2.50$ and in the end I think even the Hong Kong was better but your opinion is your own and I will not change it Its just im in high school and I make sure to get the best deals because I cant just go buy the most expensive ones.
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Just got mine in the mail. Again, it's definitely not what I was expecting with the original product shots they used on the amazon page.
Here's the gallery : imgur.com/a/QcCKr
I got this as a stop-gap until the bumper or a nicer case was available, so I'm not cringing so much for the time being, but it definitely looks cheap and looks like a toy with this on.
I was hoping for a more tinted plastic with a dark tinted plastic for the back, as the original images would have you believe.
I can say, for the most part, the new photos are very representative of the final product.
Aside from the looks, it feels pretty secure. the case has a bit of give on the left and right sides of the phone, making it feel squishy. The back part that is frosted isn't very grippy, it's more of a paper-like feel, like they just sanded down the clear material. there's no logos to be seen on the case at all, which i'm actually quite happy about. I figured the i-blason logo was going to be on the back, as some of the images had shown. The clear portions aren't super grippy, but there's a bit more than the bare Nexus 4 had. The buttons are harder to press than they are bare.Kinda hard to get used to the pressure needed. It's not a ton, but more than I'm used to.
There's a notch at the top of the front, for the receiver, which was a nice touch, to keep it fully open. The ridge around the front of the phone covers the chrome completely and comes in on the curved glass almost all the way. the height from screen-plane to top of the ridge is probably no more than 1mm, if that. It's the same thickness as a credit card, if that gives anyone a good indicator.
Overall, I'm alright with the purchase. I wasn't expecting a top quality case, just something to make me feel a bit more secure with it until the right case arrives. I didn't like the common s-curve case, so I got this one. sorta wished I had gotten the dark grey s-curve instead, to have the darker look I wanted.
Hope this helps anyone else out there.
delrazor said:
Just got mine in the mail. Again, it's definitely not what I was expecting with the original product shots they used on the amazon page.
Here's the gallery : imgur.com/a/QcCKr
I got this as a stop-gap until the bumper or a nicer case was available, so I'm not cringing so much for the time being, but it definitely looks cheap and looks like a toy with this on.
I was hoping for a more tinted plastic with a dark tinted plastic for the back, as the original images would have you believe.
I can say, for the most part, the new photos are very representative of the final product.
Aside from the looks, it feels pretty secure. the case has a bit of give on the left and right sides of the phone, making it feel squishy. The back part that is frosted isn't very grippy, it's more of a paper-like feel, like they just sanded down the clear material. there's no logos to be seen on the case at all, which i'm actually quite happy about. I figured the i-blason logo was going to be on the back, as some of the images had shown. The clear portions aren't super grippy, but there's a bit more than the bare Nexus 4 had. The buttons are harder to press than they are bare.Kinda hard to get used to the pressure needed. It's not a ton, but more than I'm used to.
There's a notch at the top of the front, for the receiver, which was a nice touch, to keep it fully open. The ridge around the front of the phone covers the chrome completely and comes in on the curved glass almost all the way. the height from screen-plane to top of the ridge is probably no more than 1mm, if that. It's the same thickness as a credit card, if that gives anyone a good indicator.
Overall, I'm alright with the purchase. I wasn't expecting a top quality case, just something to make me feel a bit more secure with it until the right case arrives. I didn't like the common s-curve case, so I got this one. sorta wished I had gotten the dark grey s-curve instead, to have the darker look I wanted.
Hope this helps anyone else out there.
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Just got mine, I ordered the black, but amazon sent me the Frost Clear along with the Black, so I got 2 cases for the price of one lol....I can tell you the black looks nice, much nicer then the clear I think, I had a clear one on my S3 and no matter what clear TPU starts to turn yellow over time. Will post some pics in a few of the black. The case looks alot like Diztronic it has a matte black finish on the back and gloss bezel, it covers the curved edge of the glass, which for me is a nice touch since most screen protectors that arent wet apply won't be covering that part of the phone...one thing is the bottom and top edge, since the bezel is covered up my screen protector i had to cut since it was pushing it up other than that great buy for 10 bucks..also the cutouts are perfectly aligned....no complaints fits securely in the case much like a Diztronic case.
And a few more pics
Well I got my covers and id post pictures but they'd just be redundant. Not much to see
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Any way to polish up the back to make it more grippy? Seems silly to have a case be just as slippery as the phone
yomuppet said:
Any way to polish up the back to make it more grippy? Seems silly to have a case be just as slippery as the phone
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Really havent tried the clear one but the black one is grippy enough where its not super slippery like the phone itself. the back feels the same as the matte finishes on my diztronic cases.
Just received my frost clear one in the mail. Honestly wasn't expecting too much out of it, so I'm pretty content with the product. Sorry I don't have another camera on me to take pictures of it with it on the phone, but the updated pictures on their Amazon page comes pretty close. It is clear around with the back having that "frost" look, so you can see the Nexus and LG logo pretty clearly. I would've liked it if the whole case all around was that translucent frost, but IMO it's not too bad. I also wish the cut outs were more precise, especially for the rear speaker. It's just this big cut out as if they just guesstimated it... this is one thing that looks better and more precisely done in the Amazon photos than IRL. But overall it's alright. Only using it so I don't have to be concerned with damaging my phone until I get a nicer case when they start coming out.
Hey guys, here I am with another little review for you, this time with the best matte anti glare screen protector:
Here is the link on ebay : http://www.ebay.com/itm/181046990825?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Well, let's get started shall we.
Let me say that I first picked up the ultra crystal spigen screen protector for my N4 and I loved it, beautiful protector, absolutelely fantastic clarity and touch feeling but after a while I started to get really bored with the fingerprints all over my screen and with it's poor visibility outdoors. So I decided to give vividshield a try. This was the first time I bought an item from them.
Shortly, the packaging is absolutely fantastic, I didn't get pictures of it but it even comes with stickers apart from the usual stuff.
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PROS:
- Absolutely fantastic feeling to the touch, guys believe me, I tried wich I think it's the best clear protector, but this is in a whole different level, it's incredibly soft to the touch, your finger really slide across it. I've tried other cheap matte protector for other devices and the experience was totally different, I'm really glad with the material they used with this SP.
- Fantastic against fingerprints and cosmetic or whatsoever, it's just fantastic.
- Superb viewing experience outdoors, as you see in the pictures is a pleasure to look at when you are outdoors, even in direct sunlight is perfectly viewable, this is the features I'm most happy with.
- Completely washable, I didn't believe at first but I tried after installing it incorrectly and it is perfectly fine after being washed, I tell you with my first try I had to wash it at least 5 times becouse dust was trapped under the SP, hence and absolutely superb installation process.
- For the price, you get 3 screen protector wich I think it's an amazing value.
- Great view experience, I say great becouse being a matte protector it has to lower the quality of the screen, but the screen doesn't look pixelated at all, I think they've done a pretty good job becouse I think my screen is still pretty sharp. The colours are also absolutely fine. REally I can't complain about that, I'm more than happy. ( hope you can see it clearly on the pictures ). Today is a little bit cloudly, I'd say partly cloudly but still bright outside to test it, when it's sunny it's basically the same viewing experience.
- The look of the phone with it applied is even more sexy. I think you'll agree.
CONS:
- There's no cut out for the light sensor, but guys let me tell you it doesn't interfere at all with it, I'm currently using lux to controll the automatic brightness and it works absolutely fine.
- The screen protector I think is a little bit to wide, so in order to don't cover the curved glass on the borders I had to use scissors to narrow it ( wich is really easy ).
- When showing whites, you can definitely tell a grainy effect but it's fine nothing terrible. thanks to filthykid to remind me of it. I show it in the picture, I think the camera doesn't show it completely but believe me it's there.
Disclaimer: I know I messed up with the installation on the right side but I can be solved by narrowing it with a sizor as I say, I left it like that becouse I messed up with the first one as well xD and I've got just one left, but I bought another package so when it arrives I'll fix it.
If you found this review useful, don't hesitate to smash that thank button .
Looks great.. but dude tell me this, does it have the grainy feel to it when having light background? Or is it as clear as a crystal clear protector?
You meant when having a white background in the device? yea it's there I completely forgot to put one picture showing it, I'll update it. It's nothing terrible and cmon when you are looking just a white background
Excellent review mate. Thank'd
I have a similar anti-glare screen protector (but not the cheapo eBay ones) and I share your thoughts. My only gripe however is that it distorts the screen significantly in light backgrounds. It looks very grainy and pixelated. This very annoying since a great amount of the Android UI is white.
This con alone outweighs all the pros for me and I am considering going for a clear protector.
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esskayy said:
Excellent review mate. Thank'd
I have a similar anti-glare screen protector (but not the cheapo eBay ones) and I share your thoughts. My only gripe however is that it distorts the screen significantly in light backgrounds. It looks very grainy and pixelated. This very annoying since a great amount of the Android UI is white.
This con alone outweighs all the pros for me and I am considering going for a clear protector.
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Yes it's certainly there, but I think this SP does it fairly well I don't think it's terrible to look at. For me it's way more important the outdoor viewing experience and the soft touch experience with no residual marks. Really I can't stand today's screen on direct sunlight you can't see a sh*t.
tyraelasd said:
You meant when having a white background in the device? yea it's there I completely forgot to put one picture showing it, I'll update it. It's nothing terrible and cmon when you are looking just a white background
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Most of us love messaging and the stock messaging app is unfortunately, white. Although I have downloaded GO Pro but I love the stock app more.
esskayy said:
Excellent review mate. Thank'd
I have a similar anti-glare screen protector (but not the cheapo eBay ones) and I share your thoughts. My only gripe however is that it distorts the screen significantly in light backgrounds. It looks very grainy and pixelated. This very annoying since a great amount of the Android UI is white.
This con alone outweighs all the pros for me and I am considering going for a clear protector.
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THIS.
I wish anti-glares are as clear as the Ultra Clear ones :crying:
filthykid said:
Most of us love messaging and the stock messaging app is unfortunately, white. Although I have downloaded GO Pro but I love the stock app more.
THIS.
I wish anti-glares are as clear as the Ultra Clear ones :crying:
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You can't have everything mate, you choose either a perfect clarity and poor outdoor viewing experience or good viewing experience with amazing performance all around.
I'd say that only in the stock message app the effect is annoying but in other apps with white backgrounds and lots of colours like the play store etc, is absolutely fine.
You can always use another app or get inverted gapps
Agreed.
So I came to the conclusion that anti-glare protectors can never have that non-grainy feel
Everyone complains about spigen and fingerprints. Does it pick up more fingerprints than stock glass?
Manbot27 said:
Everyone complains about spigen and fingerprints. Does it pick up more fingerprints than stock glass?
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I didn't say that it did, I think it's pretty much the same.
tyraelasd said:
I didn't say that it did, I think it's pretty much the same.
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Dude, OT but what theme and clock widget are you using? It looks like a perfect replica of sense 5
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Well, its getting better.
tyraelasd said:
Hey guys, here I am with another little review for you, this time with the best matte anti glare screen protector:
Well, let's get started shall we.
Let me say that I first picked up the ultra crystal spigen screen protector for my N4 and I loved it, beautiful protector, absolutelely fantastic clarity and touch feeling but after a while I started to get really bored with the fingerprints all over my screen and with it's poor visibility outdoors. So I decided to give vividshield a try. This was the first time I bought an item from them.
Shortly, the packaging is absolutely fantastic, I didn't get pictures of it but it even comes with stickers apart from the usual stuff.
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Hello tyraelasd,
thank you for the great review, we appreciate the time taken.
We are not sure when you made your purchase but our new batch has cut outs, please send us a message via ebay, and a copy of the message directly to us as a PM on XDA (need to verify that it is in fact you that has contacted us on ebay), we will send you a new set.
We will also take the width of the protector into consideration when producing the next batch. We always appreciate feedback and suggestions so we invite you and anyone else to contact us, in accordance with XDA rules.
Thank you
inno-in
I have been using vivid shield and definitely plus one on that..and I must say the final make of the poetic bumper is pulling up well now if anyone is interested in protecting the phone.
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I would like to exchange my current HTC One M8 for another M8 through Verizon (because I have been noticing that the glass is not entirely flush), however I am weary of doing so with CWM Recovery still on the device. I understand how to remove permanent root (SuperSU settings allow for this), though since this is my first HTC device, I am not entirely sure how to proceed from here (get the stock recovery back). Can I just flash the recovery.img from this thread through ADB, or will this brick my device? Thanks in advance for your help.
Quick question, what glass are you talking about that is not flush?
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whskytango said:
Quick question, what glass are you talking about that is not flush?
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he is probably talking about the entire screen. the time i read that. i remember feeling mine.
the part where the screen touches the metal towards the speakers, mine is lower on the right side than the left (gun metal grey m8)
its not a big deal for me, but im pretty sure this is what he is talking about
whskytango said:
Quick question, what glass are you talking about that is not flush?
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JWhetstone02 said:
he is probably talking about the entire screen. the time i read that. i remember feeling mine.
the part where the screen touches the metal towards the speakers, mine is lower on the right side than the left (gun metal grey m8)
its not a big deal for me, but im pretty sure this is what he is talking about
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Yep, @JWhetstone02 is correct. The glass sections directly above the top and bottom front facing speakers of my device are raised in comparison to the glass covering my LCD. It wasn't enough to originally notice when I first opened and began using the device, but now that my screen protector has finally finished adhering, it is definitely noticeable (the raised portions are lifting the screen protector off of the glass). It wouldn't have been that big of a deal if both sections were equally raised, however they are not; the top right portion is higher then the top left portion, and the bottom left portion is flush while the bottom right portion is raised.
Despite all this, I still stand by the fact that the HTC One M8 is THE BEST constructed device I have ever had the pleasure of using.
EDIT: I actually considered sending in the device under the HTC Advantage Free Glass Replacement clause, however I don't want to take the risk that when I receive my device is may be no better off then when I sent it in. At least at the store I can confirm that the glass portions are all flush.
Mine is the same way too. Even the one on display was like that I'm just saying returning it I don't know if the new one will be any better, let us know
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my brother has the silver m8. got his 2 days ago (so it shouldnt be from the same batch as the launch devices) and his is the same way.
whskytango said:
Mine is the same way too. Even the one on display was like that I'm just saying returning it I don't know if the new one will be any better, let us know
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Ahhhh crap. Well, I plan on going in today around 5:30 pm PST, so I will keep you all posted. Do you guys have screen protectors that don't show this separation as much? I currently have a Skinomi Techskin on mine (pictures below), and while the separation does not cause any display issues, my OCD is really kicking in...
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Ahhhh crap. Well, I plan on going in today around 5:30 pm PST, so I will keep you all posted. Do you guys have screen protectors that don't show this separation as much? I currently have a Skinomi Techskin on mine (pictures below), and while the separation does not cause any display issues, my OCD is really kicking in...
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FYI, that shows up on every single one I've seen, if you use the screen protector that goes over the speaker grills.
use a regular screen only, you'll never notice.
JWhetstone02 said:
my brother has the silver m8. got his 2 days ago (so it shouldnt be from the same batch as the launch devices) and his is the same way.
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I tried to circumvent the launch devices by ordering mine after the a couple days after the official launch, because of all the issues I heard the original HTC One had, but apparently I either didn't wait long enough, or the even more unfortunate scenario that the majority of M8's are like this.
dr_drache said:
FYI, that shows up on every single one I've seen, if you use the screen protector that goes over the speaker grills.
use a regular screen only, you'll never notice.
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Worse comes to worse, I would rather have the separation and my entire screen covered... With such a nice looking device, I would hate myself if I scratched some portion of it. When I purchased the device, there were no screen protectors or cases at any of the Verizon stores near me, so I left my device unopened until the Skinomi Techskin and cheap TPU case I ordered arrived from Amazon. Further, after dropping and cracking my previous Galaxy S3, I am not taking any chances with this phone.
Ignore...
damn now mine has this. ugh my ocd got me now. never noticed...thanks lol
With the latest Gorilla glass i don't think screen protectors are even needed. Up until my last phone, samsung note 2, I always used a screen protector. Didn't use one on my note and never got a scratch on it. Granted i'm somewhat anal about my phone but never had an issue. Now on my
m8 i don't have one. I don't think its needed.....If it keeps lifting due to screen then ditch it.
Have you seen this ??
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVNI9Kflqw4
pmazz850 said:
With the latest Gorilla glass i don't think screen protectors are even needed. Up until my last phone, samsung note 2, I always used a screen protector. Didn't use one on my note and never got a scratch on it. Granted i'm somewhat anal about my phone but never had an issue. Now on my
m8 i don't have one. I don't think its needed.....If it keeps lifting due to screen then ditch it.
Have you seen this ??
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVNI9Kflqw4
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Part of me just died... I have always had screen protectors, it is more of a habit then anything. I still like the peace of mind that in the event I am attacked by a flurry of knives and keys that at least my screen will be okay...
And I hate to be a bore, but again, any input on adb flashing this recovery.img to revert my recovery to stock?
Sevinex said:
Part of me just died... I have always had screen protectors, it is more of a habit then anything. I still like the peace of mind that in the event I am attacked by a flurry of knives and keys that at least my screen will be okay...
And I hate to be a bore, but again, any input on adb flashing this recovery.img to revert my recovery to stock?
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I fully understand. Sometimes you just gotta let go!:fingers-crossed:
-4ndr01d- said:
damn now mine has this. ugh my ocd got me now. never noticed...thanks lol
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Ahh, sorry man, didn't mean to ruin it for you!
pmazz850 said:
With the latest Gorilla glass i don't think screen protectors are even needed. Up until my last phone, samsung note 2, I always used a screen protector. Didn't use one on my note and never got a scratch on it. Granted i'm somewhat anal about my phone but never had an issue. Now on my
m8 i don't have one. I don't think its needed.....If it keeps lifting due to screen then ditch it.
Have you seen this ??
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVNI9Kflqw4
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The Note 3, S4 and the M7 all had gorilla glass and all got scratched... Will never not put some sort of protection on my screen again.
M8, nuff said.
Fix for uneven glass.
Otterbox Defender.
http://www.otterbox.com/Defender-Se...default,pd.html?start=1&cgid=htc-one-m8-cases
The good:
The clear plastic sheet covers the entire glass eliminating the problems OP mentioned.
It protects the phone probably better than any other case.
The kickstand feature allows me to use it as my bedside alarm clock.
The bad:
It's costly.
It makes a very big phone MUCH bigger!
It's slow to get on and off.
The ugly:
Otterbox Defender is an UGLY case IMHO.
I wouldn't be without it! It took a day or two to get used to it but I really like it now.
xs11e said:
Otterbox Defender.
http://www.otterbox.com/Defender-Se...default,pd.html?start=1&cgid=htc-one-m8-cases
The good:
The clear plastic sheet covers the entire glass eliminating the problems OP mentioned.
It protects the phone probably better than any other case.
The kickstand feature allows me to use it as my bedside alarm clock.
The bad:
It's costly.
It makes a very big phone MUCH bigger!
It's slow to get on and off.
The ugly:
Otterbox Defender is an UGLY case IMHO.
I wouldn't be without it! It took a day or two to get used to it but I really like it now.
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Thank you, but I can not use an Otterbox case... It defeats the purpose of buying a nice looking phone if I immediately cover it up.
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Thank you, but I can not use an Otterbox case... It defeats the purpose of buying a nice looking phone if I immediately cover it up.
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But you'll need a case of some kind for protection, won't you?
I don't know of any case that's as nice looking as the phone, I'd like to not use a case myself but my previous phone had a small problem (I could salvage the SIM and the SD card, the screen, digitizer, motherboard, etc. were completely destroyed so.... I know the case is ugly but I'm sticking with it!
As always, YMMV.
idk if this gives you any hope, but mine is flush on both ends... and if you're still looking for the stock recovery img, try reaching out to a dev. Try @andybones
EDIT: Stock Recovery img can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2708291
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To gather options here for U12+ glass/plastic screen and back protectors.
Currently I have this one ordered for back film:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Fro...r-For-HTC-U12-Plus-U12-Cover/32881487671.html
And this for the front:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/HTC-U12-Pl...-Schutzglas-Tempered-Schutzfolie/263708198830
It will be much relief to have these applied. Need to handle the phone with care till at least the front glass arrives...
I'm trying these out because they're the only non-glass, dry install protectors I could find.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C8HP8FM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So the front tgsp is here. I can't recommend it because it's not well sized on top and bottom. No Halo, because this u12 panel is less curved than u11 was, it's flat.
It's all transparent and fully glued. Application was easy cause it didn't fit an exact match on top.
Usual glass feeling to it.
I'll keep it because it's without Halo
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How about Skinomi?
It's an off brand, but was the only one I found when I had a HTC 10. It was pretty great quality all body protection. Bestskinsever is normally my go to, but since they sometimes done have any skins Skinomi has been my second
All glass screen protector should work since the screen is flat. I ordered from Mr. Shield since I used for my Android Pad.
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I found this screen protector on amazon:
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07CRVB2VC...olid=2BBLC2HN0SPDW&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
It says: Especially for curved displays
What do u think of this screen protector?
x1tymez said:
All glass screen protector should work since the screen is flat. I ordered from Mr. Shield since I used for my Android Pad.
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Thats the one I ordered and its fits fine.
Defective Dave said:
Thats the one I ordered and its fits fine.
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I ordered different brand. Mr. Shield, the side is little smaller and for some reason the bottom don't stick. Not deal breaker, but nice to others.
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This looks great! But it's pretty expensive with shippingcosts to the Netherlands.
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PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Hi all,
If any of you would like to give our Ultra Clear screen protectors or full body skinz a try, we would be happy to send out a few review units since this device is new. Our Ultra Clear film is 100% designed and made in the USA, is self-healing, and comes with our Lifetime Warranty. We have a matte finish version available as well. You can see a sample video below of our Ultra Clear skin on the back of an iPhone 8 and an Apple Watch screen.
Qualifications for a free review unit:
1) Must live in the USA
2) Must have at least 100, but preferably 500+ post count to reward long-time, contributing members of the forum
We would make an exception to #1 above for @tbalden due to the insanely high post count and number of "thanks"
DM us if you are interested. Here are the available options for the U12+ https://phantomskinz.com/htc-u12-plus/. Ultra Clear is perfect for anyone with the Translucent Blue color which looks is pretty awesome phone in our opinion.
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hey I have even more posts, but not as much thanks like he does but also not living in the USA
DeeZZ_NuuZZ said:
hey I have even more posts, but not as much thanks like he does but also not living in the USA
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Also I already got mine slapped up with a cheapo from China, and don't want to risk another nervous break down while applying a new film or skin
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Yes shipping a package internationally with tracking is quite expensive. It actually costs us even more than what we charge our customers because we choose to insure our international shipments. That being said, we do offer free international shipping on orders $69.95 and up. I know that is a lot, but if you put together an order with a few friends or family members, that would save you quite a bit on the shipping costs.
We used to send shipments as letters as some of our competitors do which is much cheaper, but that isn't really possible when including application gel and the percentage of lost shipments was MUCH higher in that scenario. We feel that it is more important that customers can track their orders and that a much closer to 100% of our orders are actually delivered.
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Thanks for your reply. Okay, I've just placed an order for 3 HTC u12+ skins, because Dbrand doesn't make them haha. And because I got 10% off and get free shipping.
Hope to have them soon!
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Hi all,
If any of you would like to give our Ultra Clear screen protectors or full body skinz a try, we would be happy to send out a few review units since this device is new. Our Ultra Clear film is 100% designed and made in the USA, is self-healing, and comes with our Lifetime Warranty. We have a matte finish version available as well. You can see a sample video below of our Ultra Clear skin on the back of an iPhone 8 and an Apple Watch screen.
Qualifications for a free review unit:
1) Must live in the USA
2) Must have at least 100, but preferably 500+ post count to reward long-time, contributing members of the forum
We would make an exception to #1 above for @tbalden due to the insanely high post count and number of "thanks"
DM us if you are interested. Here are the available options for the U12+ https://phantomskinz.com/htc-u12-plus/. Ultra Clear is perfect for anyone with the Translucent Blue color which looks is pretty awesome phone in our opinion.
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I wasn't able to send a PM for some reason but I would love to try the ultra clean full body since I'm using a fitbag for my only protection now. I can't find any cases I'm interested in yet. I will make sure to give a full review. Thank you for the offer.
When I had my U11 protected with full body protector it would no longer fit properly in my U11 leather fitbag, since the fitbag is made perfectly for a naked phone but the U12+ is a tad smaller than the U11. The U12+ fits nicely in my U11 fitbag but it doesn't fit as snug as a bare naked U11. A bare naked U11 fit perfectly in the fitbag and whenever you slide it out, it would clean both front and back of the phone making it look great.
My point is, I would bet the @PhantomSkinz Guru for the U12+ would combine very nice with the U11 leather fitbag. I bet it would snug it up just perfect like it does for my U11.
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Hi all,
If any of you would like to give our Ultra Clear screen protectors or full body skinz a try, we would be happy to send out a few review units since this device is new. Our Ultra Clear film is 100% designed and made in the USA, is self-healing, and comes with our Lifetime Warranty. We have a matte finish version available as well. You can see a sample video below of our Ultra Clear skin on the back of an iPhone 8 and an Apple Watch screen.
Qualifications for a free review unit:
1) Must live in the USA
2) Must have at least 100, but preferably 500+ post count to reward long-time, contributing members of the forum
We would make an exception to #1 above for @tbalden due to the insanely high post count and number of "thanks"
DM us if you are interested. Here are the available options for the U12+ https://phantomskinz.com/htc-u12-plus/. Ultra Clear is perfect for anyone with the Translucent Blue color which looks is pretty awesome phone in our opinion.
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Shame I don't quite meet the criteria in the UK with only <400 posts.
I've tried this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BXFR12Z/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D2BYYJN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Both are garbage because neither completely covers the screen (each side is slightly thinner than the width of the screen) and BOTH will not stick down on 2 or 3 of the edges.
I have this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CKMBJ98/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CPQ3XJM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
coming tomorrow. I'm leery of Orzero due to the negative reviews of their product for another flat-screened, bezeless phone, the Essential PH-1 but I bought it because it specifically states that the entire protector has adhesive, not just the black edges. If neither of these work, I'm going Skinomi.
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Yes the Ultra Clear skinz are about 8 mils (0.2mm) thick. So you can double that thickness to account for each side being covered. It will definitely make the fit a little more snug. However sliding it in and out of a tight fitting pouch many times a day may cause the skin to peel up? Suppose it depends how tight the fit bag is.
We'll PM you for your shipping details for the review kit
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Yes thank you very much I'm really looking forward to applying these. I bet they will work great with my FitBag and if they do peel up it will probably get enough use before doing so and still be worth it to order new. We will see and I will post pics and thoughts. Thanks again!
holz75 said:
I'm trying these out because they're the only non-glass, dry install protectors I could find.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C8HP8FM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Those were terrible, but these Supershieldz are great, especially if you prefer film over glass.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DT497ZQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
No problem We are going to send you a "glass only" back skin as well so you can choose which you like better. The glass only will certainly be easier to install and may be less prone to peeling in your situation.
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Awesome thank you.
My HTC U11 Fitbag only fit properly bare naked. Once I put a screen protector and back protector on it, it was too tight. The U12+ fits nicely in my U11 Fitbag but it's not tight enough, I think applying these will make the U11 Fitbag fit the U12+ as if it was made for it.
If it doesn't work out I will stop using the FitBag. I just want a bare looking phone with these great protector's. I would hate to get a single scratch on this beauty :laugh:
OGhoul said:
I've tried this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BXFR12Z/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D2BYYJN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Both are garbage because neither completely covers the screen (each side is slightly thinner than the width of the screen) and BOTH will not stick down on 2 or 3 of the edges.
I have this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CKMBJ98/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CPQ3XJM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
coming tomorrow. I'm leery of Orzero due to the negative reviews of their product for another flat-screened, bezeless phone, the Essential PH-1 but I bought it because it specifically states that the entire protector has adhesive, not just the black edges. If neither of these work, I'm going Skinomi.
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So here's the sad state of affairs for tempered glass screen protectors for the U12 Plus. Do you want to protect just the screen, or the entire phone?
Because you can't do both.
You can use a glass screen protector, but you'll have to either deal with the screen protector not actually covering your screen, or you can get a 'case friendly' full coverage screen protector that is, infact, not case friendly.
Or you can use a case and a plastic screen protector, as I am going to do. The fact of the matter is until a name brand company decides to make a glass screen protector that actually fits and adheres to the U12 Plus, none of these cheap chinese glass screen protectors are worth a dime of your money. It cost me $40+ to figure that out.
The Orzero screen protector completely covered the flat glass surface of the front of the phone, however you can't get rid of the airgaps where the black part gives way to the clear glass. Then, when you put the case on, it immediately lifts the screen protector.
The Katain had more rounded corners so I was hopeful, but again, immediate lift and I have a bubble at the edge of the clear and black that will not go away.