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Screen protector that works well for HOX, especially on the edges

The ones I have tried are the "dry" application type and because of the way the screen is curved it seems to peel up on the edges constantly, and having a case on just worsens the situation. Do the wet application protectors work better? Like Invisible shield? What have you guys foound that works well and stay putt especially on the sides?

My Zagg is working great. I have the front and back covered with it. No peeling at all and really nice.
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I have the AT&T Branded Dry Application one.
It doesn't cover the sides so it doesn't peel up. However the small side bezel is not protected. It covers everything else though.
I got 6 of them for $12 at the AT&T store since the guy applying it screwed up
Also this should be in the Accessories section...

rohan32 said:
I have the AT&T Dry Application one.
It doesn't cover the sides so it doesn't peel up. However the small side bezel is not protected. It covers everything else though.
I got 6 of them for $12 at the AT&T store since the guy applying it screwed up
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Same one I have. Works pretty well.
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droidiac13 said:
Same one I have. Works pretty well.
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No, mine isn't the Zagg one. Its an AT&T branded one, that AT&T manufactures.

Skinomi all the way. Same material as Zagg actually. Just cheaper in terms of price + life time warranty.

thanks guys, that gives me a couple good choices to choose from!
And ye sI realized this should be in accessories after I posted it lol, oops

Use XO Skin.... really good... Covers the full screen... as good as nothing is there.. I got the full body protector... workes really well...
I tried Skinomi before two times ... but it was never good... had the orange peel effect...

Really? Cause they are not known to cause that. I know Zagg is. All my device have Skinomi.
pck25283 said:
Use XO Skin.... really good... Covers the full screen... as good as nothing is there.. I got the full body protector... workes really well...
I tried Skinomi before two times ... but it was never good... had the orange peel effect...
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fluxgfx said:
Skinomi all the way. Same material as Zagg actually. Just cheaper in terms of price + life time warranty.
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This. Skinomi has easily made me forget about ever going back to Zagg.

Yup..i used skinomi too..its good..doesnt have orange peel..best of all..easy to apply...wet everything..ur hands yur phone and skinomi..lol
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I just put the XOSkin on mine and I really really like it. Very easy to put on, is totally invisible and covers the whole screen. Since it covers the entire screen, you literally cannot tell there is a protector on it. Absolutely no bubbles, bumps or streaks. Easily the best I've ever used.

Would any of you who have either the XOSkin or the Skinomi be able to tell me if the full body skin covers the glossy sides of the body? I've seen some that only come up to the lip of the matte and not all the way around, so I am trying to figure if either of these do. Thanks!

Sorry, mine is screen only.

Xoskin full body doesn't protect glossy sides
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Didn't like the AT&T one because it was anti glare or something . Not completely clear. The new dry zagg is ok. If you use any case that overlaps the glass it will lift the zagg up. My favorite was the one that came with my nillken. Left a little area on the edge of the glass unprotected so all of my cases worked fine.

Have always used "bestskinsever" on all my devices. So much cheaper than the others and quality is great.

Used Skninomi and wasn't too impressed. I used this eBay seller before getting a screen protector for my GS II Skyrocket. They are selling a three-pack for less than $2 and the quality is awesome
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140775011791?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_1705wt_1270

Try phantomskinz, I have it on mine and its matte. Give a very nice touch. It covers everything except all the ports and camera
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I've got the Zagg HD on the front and the Zagg standard on the back. It's a great combination. Even though it doesn't cover the entire glass section of the phone it's still completely invisible, no orange peel, and works great with cases. Honestly I feel that this setup with a case is better than any other method of protection for this phone.
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Anybody own the otterbox defender case for the att one x? Yes or no?

I'm contemplating on buying the otterbox defender case for the one x on att but it's 35.00$ and just wondering if anyone else has purchased it or even better has it at the moment can tell me if it's a good investment
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yes there is a thread about it in the accessories area.
Here is the link to the post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1692580

asismai said:
I'm contemplating on buying the otterbox defender case for the one x on att but it's 35.00$ and just wondering if anyone else has purchased it or even better has it at the moment can tell me if it's a good investment
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If you can get the Defender case for $35 I would get it. Mine cost $50. You meant "Defender" right?

Yeah it's on amazon on sale right now the defender not the commuter and okay I think in deffinatley gonna pick it up haha
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I got the Defender for $37.50 (AT&T Plus member). I love everything about it except the screen protector.

flashy99 said:
yes there is a thread about it in the accessories area.
Here is the link to the post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1692580
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Was just going to link it then i actually read the thread

feanor512 said:
I got the Defender for $37.50 (AT&T Plus member). I love everything about it except the screen protector.
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The screen protector is remarkably easy to pop out. I also used some duct tape to remove the residual adhesive left over off the inside of the plastic frame. After that you are free to use any screen protector you like.

Yea man protect that baby for when It's reselling time I loved the case but love it even more since I took the protector off
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What's wrong with with the screen protector personally I see it at as a major reason I bought it so I don't have to deal with a screen protector for it
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This gorilla glass is scratch resistant a screen protector isn't needed for slcd2 check the YouTube vids there's even one with the hox put into a washer/dryer unit trust this phone is built like a tank
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vdub804 said:
This gorilla glass is scratch resistant a screen protector isn't needed for slcd2 check the YouTube vids there's even one with the hox put into a washer/dryer unit trust this phone is built like a tank
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I think it's common knowledge by now that GG is susceptible to thin, shallow hairline scratches. Scratch-resistant does not mean scratch-proof

live4nyy said:
I think it's common knowledge by now that GG is susceptible to thin, shallow hairline scratches. Scratch-resistant does not mean scratch-proof
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How is it common knowledge when this version of gorilla glass was just released?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYLtcwBL2Po&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPfn4pwhTmo&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Just went to the mall today and they had a zagg kiosk they apply it and everything I got it and it's been about 24 hours amazingly surprised actually covers the full screen and the whole back
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asismai said:
What's wrong with with the screen protector personally I see it at as a major reason I bought it so I don't have to deal with a screen protector for it
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It looks glittery. I want the best display quality possible. Otherwise I'd get a GS III.

vdub804 said:
How is it common knowledge when this version of gorilla glass was just released?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYLtcwBL2Po&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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GG2 was just an improvement on it's structural strength, meaning they can make them thinner. It's still the same material, and Corning states that it just "maintains" its durability though being thinner, not that it's any more resistant to scratches.
http://www.corninggorillaglass.com/news/press-releases/corning-unveils-new-gorilla®-glass-2
But whatever man, to each his own. You do whatever you want with your phone. I just think it's misleading to tell everyone that the glass is indestructible when it's not.
Also, keys really can't scratch any modern glass used on smartphones. Here's a video of the Galaxy Nexus (which does not have GG) and the key doesn't do anything either.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPco1NzLgZ8
The "hammer" demo is pretty cool though.

yuk!
That is most certainly the ugliest phone case i have ever seen. most of these cases make the streamline HTC devices look like pieces of crap. I'm certain that HTC didn't work on slimming down the device so you can bulk it up again by inserting it into that ugly block of rubbery ****.
no case, no screen protector.
I run a "phone pocket" , i just choose a pants or shirt pocket, and the which ever one i put it in, the phone rides solo, no keys, no coins, co cards .. just the phone. That keeps it sweet and it still looks premo.

Yeah but it's good protection from dropping it and possible other way of damaging it
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Screen Protector

I just got my one s and don't really have the money for the warranty. After reading around I think the BALLISTIC SG hard cover case is the way to go but I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations on screen protectors. I'm looking for some cheap ones w/ anti-glare. Any thoughts about invisibleSHIELD by ZAGG?
thx

is crap don't waste your time on zagg
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eortizr said:
is crap don't waste your time on zagg
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But what about skinomi?

Try GhostArmor. The best

Skinomis are the ****. I have then on all my devices. Just rtfm and apply it right.
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SuperDave81 said:
Skinomis are the ****. I have then on all my devices. Just rtfm and apply it right.
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I use ezguardz pretty good quality for a good price
http:// http://www.amazon.com/5-Pack-EZGuardZ%C2%A9-Screen-Protectors-Ultra/dp/B007V566W8

xxquicksh0txx said:
Try GhostArmor. The best
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I gotta second that... Ghost armor is very good... Better than Zagg invisible shield.
Douglas
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DouglasK said:
I gotta second that... Ghost armor is very good... Better than Zagg invisible shield.
Douglas
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Yup, I tried Zagg just because I got their headphones for $10 if I bought the shield. I took it off after a week, the orange peel affect is horrific. I also noticed it was a lot thinner than Ghost Armor, not sure if that's matters in normal situations though.. lol
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I've just purchased the BestSkinEver screen-only protector.
had the full phone BSE skin on my N1, and couldn't fault the protection.
It did peel on the corner pieces, which is why I've gone for the screen-only one this time.

matt75371 said:
I just got my one s and don't really have the money for the warranty. After reading around I think the BALLISTIC SG hard cover case is the way to go but I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations on screen protectors. I'm looking for some cheap ones w/ anti-glare. Any thoughts about invisibleSHIELD by ZAGG?
thx
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Hey y'all, noob here, just got my One S the other day, and just got my Diztronic case from Amazon today, love it! Those screen protectors that come with it are crap tho, and was looking into the Ghost Armor. I've had unpleasant results with the Zagg shields in the past, and the Ghost Armor seems to be pretty popular.
One other question, is anyone using the full-body GA skin in addition to a regular case, such as the Diztronic or Incipio? Just curious. Thanks!

Janderson88 said:
Hey y'all, noob here, just got my One S the other day, and just got my Diztronic case from Amazon today, love it! Those screen protectors that come with it are crap tho, and was looking into the Ghost Armor. I've had unpleasant results with the Zagg shields in the past, and the Ghost Armor seems to be pretty popular.
One other question, is anyone using the full-body GA skin in addition to a regular case, such as the Diztronic or Incipio? Just curious. Thanks!
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I've never had the ghost armor full body, but I did had zagg full body and it didn't peel up. Once you let it dry it sticks pretty well, just don't put a case on it for at least 24 hours maybe more to let it dry.
I'd imagine Ghost Armor would be better, their screen protector is soooo much better than Zagg's.
I actually need to get a replacement from Ghost Armor, for some reason the bottom part keeps wanting to come up.

I´am using the antireflex protector from mumbi and i´am very happy with it. Feels good and looks really pretty.

how it looks GhostArmor Clear for the back ? any pic ?

i'm surprised no one mentioned htc's own screen protector for the one s. there are a few sellers on ebay from uk selling them. i picked up a couple awhile ago for about USD$9 shipped.

Got my Ghost Armor (screen only) today, and just applied it. Took 2 tries, but I nailed it on the second attempt, got it perfectly lined up. I've been going back with the little squeegee and squishing out some of the smaller little bubbles over the last hour or so, and as long as you get the squeegee wet, it works pretty well to smooth out the little guys. So far, I like it a lot, doesn't have that rubbery-drag feel of the Zagg I had on my G2, or the orange peel. I'll report back in a day or so to update.

krusell
I got a KRUSELL screen film for my one S a couple of days ago and I'm thrilled with it. It is completely transparent and does not affect in any way the brightness and colors, and it doesn't have that squeaky feel.
I had an invisible shield on my previous Desire for about 8 months, it's good if you are a frequent phone dropper but if not it makes your screen uglier, it's like heaving sweat on it all the time and also affects the touch sensitivity.
All in all, would definetly recommend the Krusell.

Alright, so I made it about 5 days, and I think I'm ditching the screen protector. Yes, the peace of mind of the added protection is nice, but to be honest, I'm not really worried about it enough to keep this. I had my HTC G2 for almost 2 years, which didn't even have Gorilla Glass, and by the time I sold it, it had ONE hardly noticeable scratch in the top-left corner of the screen.
The Ghost Armor goes on relatively simple enough, but in 3 applications, I've found it impossible to keep at minimum 2-3 specks of dust out from under it when I go to smooth it down, which create a bubble you CANNOT get rid of, and I can feel them under my fingertips when scrolling around on the screen. For someone as anal as myself when it comes to things like this, these make my head want to explode. I'm also noticing around the edge of the film (which doesn't extend all the way to the edges of the screen, and I find this to be really lame), it's gathering dust and finger... gunk. Finally, and I might be alone in this, but I think it takes the sharpness of the display away. Not to a hugely noticeable amount, but it's there, and it bugs the hell out of me.

Any nice cases that are comparable to outerbox but with a lens protector?
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I tried the 'Greatshield AG' (product title on Amazon below, can't link since I'm newb.) - 3 pack for like $7.
Sucks. Feels and performs great, but causes a pixellated rainbow 'shimmer' on the screen, highly annoying. Might try some of the others in this thread to see.
Avoid these.
GreatShield Ultra Anti-Glare (Matte) Clear Screen Protector Film for HTC One S (3 Pack)
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yeti-roots said:
I tried the 'Greatshield AG' (product title on Amazon below, can't link since I'm newb.) - 3 pack for like $7.
Sucks. Feels and performs great, but causes a pixellated rainbow 'shimmer' on the screen, highly annoying. Might try some of the others in this thread to see.
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I think all matte protectors do that to the One S, I've tried a few different types and they've all been the same.

Screen Protector?

Just wondering if you use one or not on the GS3. My first GS3 didn't have one on it, and it magically gained 3 large scratches in the screen (always was left in a pocket alone, nothing else). I had one on my 2nd GS3, but I am now on my 3rd (2nd one had dead pixels) and wondering if I should just rough it out without one, or get one again.
Also if you got one, where from, and how do you like it?
Thanks

I got one from my bro so i dont know what brand it is. But i can tell you it came in a pack of like 3 and it sucks. Rainbow affect ruins the screens potential. Look like its kinda snowy and the feel isnt nice
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I'm using the SGP Ultra-Nano, and its awesome, comes with 3 in the package, I've used 1 so far, it does have light scratches on it now though, cost about $12 on amazon.

None here. A month in so far without issue *knock on wood*
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i had one on for a bit, took it off though.

This is the best one by far although the SGP is very good also:
http://www.xgearlive.com/products/android/samsung/spectre

MGK645 said:
I'm using the SGP Ultra-Nano, and its awesome, comes with 3 in the package, I've used 1 so far, it does have light scratches on it now though, cost about $12 on amazon.
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After looking at this, I think I will buy some. Thanks for the recommendation!

Screen protectors are more trouble than their worth in almost all cases. If you manage to get it on without putting absolutely hideous bubbles on the screen, then you'll be left with something that just makes the screen "rainbowy" and terrible looking. Second skin doesn't do this but then it makes the screen rubbery and grippy feeling, not smooth like it should be. Protectors also seem to enhance fingerprints making them highly visible. Scratches? I wouldn't worry too much about that with gorilla glass 2 - http://youtu.be/wT8xI4PEU8c

My wife's has two small scratches already.
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jamesklyne said:
My wife's has two small scratches already.
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Hmm just surface scratches? Visible when the screen is on?

Gorilla glass 2 isn't as durable as gorilla glass 1.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnwwz0nyOno&feature=player_detailpage#t=314s
Well this guy's doing some ridiculous stuff and no problems. Just sayin. Minor scratches are to be expected from anything. Screen protectors to me are annoying and take away from the experience of the device.

Zagg invisishield HD for me
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I've used the SGP Ultra Nanos and don't like them. Within a month quite a lot had peeled away from the phone. I think this is going to be an issue with all thin film protectors that the industry seems to prefer with this model (slightly curved display surface).
I purchased an XGear Spectre and really like it. It's a tempered glass surface. Very easy to mount and hasn't peeled or scratched despite subjecting it to the same rigors as my previous SGP Ultra Nano. Nor do I expect it to peel in the future because it's pretty think (0.4 mm) and rigid. Apparently it's think enough that it doesn't fit all cases (I don't use a case). The field of view is essentially unaffected and the glass has excellent optics. At $35 with shipping, it's definitely more of than investment than thin film protectors, but I consider it a good value given the advantages.

I got the ones from samsung at the verizion store when i got my phone (the first day they had them or second)
The dude put on the first one for me and still looks great barley tell its there and its custom fit to phone
Price tag is 14 bucks but he gave it to me and it did go on very nicely no bubbles or discoloring

I don't use one, I'm just careful not to put anything in the same pocket that could scratch it

Same I use the one from the Verizon store 12 bucks, it didn't effect the viewing, it's a dry install and almost no bubbles when done, and you get 3.
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I put on 20 of the verizon ones everyday. Done correctly there are no bubbles, no lint and hold up well. Seeing all the hideous home jobs applications, the glossy texture of zags and the anti glare versions I can see why they get a bad rap.
I wouldn't go without one.
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yeah, i've got a plain clear verizon one on mine.....actually it was the Cellet Screen Guard..just took it from my store. i put a million on a day, too, so i'm really good at it. i never ever get bubbles or dust. just gotta know how to do it!
also, you guys getting the grainy and rainbow effects, it's because you're using anti-glare protectors. they suck. the clear ones are better.

Hulk0069 said:
Gorilla glass 2 isn't as durable as gorilla glass 1.
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Could you elaborate?

Skinomi for Nexus 4

Just checked out their site and they have the skins already. Time to get one for this
http://www.skinomi.com/lgnexus4.html
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I much prefer Best Skins Ever

I use juggle between the two. Nothing yet on the bse site though
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I've tweeted Best Skins Ever, they're making a N4 skin as soon as they can get their hands on one

I hate skinomi bought one for my one x and applied on to the screen, the water stayed inbetween the skin and screen, it also had dirt caught on to it, do any of you know how to get rid of dirt from a screen protector.
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Michealtbh said:
I've tweeted Best Skins Ever, they're making a N4 skin as soon as they can get their hands on one
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Nice to hear that. I'm gonna monitor their site so when it comes in can get
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aliHTCDHD said:
I hate skinomi bought one for my one x and applied on to the screen, the water stayed inbetween the skin and screen, it also had dirt caught on to it, do any of you know how to get rid of dirt from a screen protector.
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It's how you apply it. It has to be a dust free place. Never experienced having a speck of dust on between with different brands of skins on a screen and I also make sure to squeegee out the liquid thoroughly
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Honestly I don't see much difference between these, BSE, Invisibleshield etc. But I usually go with Ghost Armor because they have a stand at mall near me that does the installation and replacement themselves.
They all work fine, but I hate when they are not applied correctly, it makes them pretty redundant.

Are Gorilla glasses scratch proof?

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Are Gorilla glasses scratch proof?
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Nope. They may be scratch resistant but not scratch proof
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Ahh I see. Thank you for confirming this.

I had a bad experience with Skinomi.
I hate that "orange peel" feeling when touching (or looking at it). And most of all, the sticky surface. No no no..I won't buy an Skinomi never again.
I'll look into buying an SPG, very good experience with them. The bad? Their screen protectors are expensive, but they worth.

i currently have a sgp ultra olephobic screen protector for nexus s and it was pricey but was worth it

I ordered one and still waiting on confirmation... no ordered processed or shipping... wanted this for as soon as the phone arrives.
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