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I upgraded 2 lines to the 4g and only kept one just in case it grew on me. I have a ton of issues that i do not like about it but oh well... Just wanted to post that i ordered some realook screen protectors from amazon and they work well with the 4g. They dont have the hole for the FFC so it will cover but to me, the camera doesnt have enough quality to notice. i took pics with the sp on and with the sp off and they look the same to me. Great sp and barely notice it is there.

Do you think a screen protector is necessary? It does have gorilla glass.

+1, not really needed

v0va said:
Do you think a screen protector is necessary? It does have gorilla glass.
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YES IT IS NEEDED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gorilla glass still scratches and chips... my vibrant is proof. Has a good chip and many scratches that you can actually feel as you move your finger over them... and that's just from normal day to day use.
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I scratched my vibrant up before... glass does scratch if u put it in the same pocket as ur keys. Lol
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Zagg created a set of covers for this (that are apparently slightly different than the T959 versions) last week. They are supposed to ship this week. The name they gave it is:
Samsung Galaxy S 4G SGH-T959V​
I have not tried them on this phone, but am very happy with them on my wife's iPhone.
You may also want to try ProtectionFilms24 -- I have used them on my N900 and digital cameras with great success. Delivery to the US was generally within a week.
Update: Zagg just received their stock and shipped yesterday, March 10th.

I've taken keys to my SGS 4G screen... no scratches. Yeah I've only had it for a bit, but have you seen any of the Gorilla Glass demonstrations on youtube?

joedeveloper said:
I've taken keys to my SGS 4G screen... no scratches. Yeah I've only had it for a bit, but have you seen any of the Gorilla Glass demonstrations on youtube?
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Maybe you didn't read the OPs responce... he had the vibrant (which has the same beloved "indestructible " gorilla glass of which you speak.... yet it somehow got scratches in the screen. Funny thing is despite this indestructible gorilla glass.... my vibrant also has many scratches from miss information that a screen protector is not needed.... I ensure you it is indeed needed. The demonstrations your mentioning are merely marketing and or fanboi-ism and are designed to show only the strengths and no weaknesses. Ask any iPhone user or vibrant owner... gorilla glass scratches!
OP zagg and realook are two great choices.
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I just installed xtremeguard that i bought from amazon... Its not that bad.
I have zagg on my mt4g and ipod touch and i love it.
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I just got some antiglares(not T-Mobile) and they are great. They apply easily and really reduce glare. The only problem is that they have a slight prism effect where you can see like tiny different colored crystals when the screen displays white or any semi bright color. Do any of the highend antiglares do that? I don't really mind the look but it sometimes really lowers the resolution of the screen.
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I just installed the Zagg invisibleshield for the original Vibrant full protection one last night. Took a while to get the back corners correct but I like it.

mavictb said:
Maybe you didn't read the OPs responce... he had the vibrant (which has the same beloved "indestructible " gorilla glass of which you speak.... yet it somehow got scratches in the screen. Funny thing is despite this indestructible gorilla glass.... my vibrant also has many scratches from miss information that a screen protector is not needed.... I ensure you it is indeed needed. The demonstrations your mentioning are merely marketing and or fanboi-ism and are designed to show only the strengths and no weaknesses. Ask any iPhone user or vibrant owner... gorilla glass scratches!
OP zagg and realook are two great choices.
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Its scratch resistant yes, not scratch proof. However, I'll take my chances because I hate screen protectors.
Additionally, I had a G1 and never got a scratch on the screen either... but again it just depends on the situation.

hmmm
can anyone recommend one on ebay

If anyone is looking for a screen protector, check out best skins ever. They really are the best. I've tried zagg (gummy feel didn't like) tmobile (sucks) and a lot of ebay ones. The best skins ever screen protector doesn't attract fingerprints and grease at all and feels great. I honestly wouldn't notice it if I didn't put it on myself. I've put their protectors on all my devices. Best of all it's under 10 bucks! 6.99 for the front and 8.99 for the front and back. This isn't an ad if it sounds like one at all.. I'm just really happy with them.

I have the Zagg on my SGS4G but i prefer the Ghost Armour stuff myself. They just don't have any kiosks down here for me to get it.
And i don't trust myself to put them on plus if the place does it you get a lifetime warranty. So if it scratches or whatever they replace the SCREEN PROTECTOR. I had to be explained that they don't cover the device haha!

personally, i've always used zagg. i think that they do the job well. you have to wipe it down at least once a week because of the greasy buildup from your fingers, but to be honest, that it not really a problem. i have yet to scratch my screen and my phone has been through a lot. i would recommend zagg to anyone. the lifetime warranty is great and the fact that it is removable is even better. back when i used it for the vibrant, i just removed it and replaced it on the new one (i kept getting replacement phones because of GPS issues...even with the gps recovery app). if i stretched it or messed it up while moving to a new device, they replaced it no questions asked.

screen protector

should I just get the screen protector from AT&T store?

Go naked, All the cool kids are doing it.....

i bought the iVisor from the store. works great on fingerprints & glare, but kinda dulls the screen. definite loss of clarity.
took it off at lunch today w/ the plan to return it...
then put it back on, and don't mind it as much.
dunno.

I got it and I can definitely agree with argylesocks on the clarity issue. To me though, losing a bit of clarity in favor of anti-glare doesn't bother me so I'd recommend that if you don't mind losing a little bit of clarity then grab the one from the ATT store.

i got the ivisor after i ntices a micro scratch on my screen. garilla glass is hard to scratch but i work around stuff that can cut hardened tool steel. occasionally something winds up in my pocket.
the ivisor is one of the better antiglare protectors i have seen but in general antiglare will effect the screen image. well it is a trade off. some can deal with it and some cant. there are many that are worse than this one. i would recomend it to anyone that wants a anti glare protector.

Hmmm doesnt the infuse use gorilla glass
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Hmmm doesnt the infuse use gorilla glass
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that dont mean it cant be scratched. i never scratched my captivate and i had it since august, but i did get a micro scratch on the infuse already, just got unlucky. it is barely visable but i know it is there. garilla glass vs hss and carbide doesnt help much. most people wont need a protector though

I went ahead and got the screen protector they had at at&t when I get my Infuse, in fact it was given to me free of charge because I switched from T-Mobile. I was going to get the invisible shield but this was much more convenient and free. And besides, I just like that piece of mind that I know my screen won't get scratched even though it has gorilla glass.
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I got the att branded (case-mate) screen protector and hate it. It's matte surface and just looks terrible, takes away from the beauty of the screen. I'm going out to BB and another att store later to see if I can find any glossy screen protectors, otherwise I'm just gonna take this thing off.
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Just got the one from ATT and its a WRITERITE. Will post after i install.

I picked up the Zagg from BB tonight. Never tried Zagg before, some people love them while others hate it, so we shall see...

Well the WRITERITE is not bad at all.. still have a lil glare but can still see fine out side. This was bought at ATT at walmart.
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My wife helped me to discover that gorilla glass does crack. Four hours after buying the Infuse, she dropped it on a corner and sent several, nice cracks through the screen. At this point in life, does anyone know if screen replacements are available yet?
Thanks a heap in advance!

Does anyone usr a protector and if so which brand
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dmount said:
My wife helped me to discover that gorilla glass does crack. Four hours after buying the Infuse, she dropped it on a corner and sent several, nice cracks through the screen. At this point in life, does anyone know if screen replacements are available yet?
Thanks a heap in advance!
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As far as I know, Gorilla Glass is actually more brittle than regular glass and is easier to crack.. It's just more scratch resistant.

docodine said:
As far as I know, Gorilla Glass is actually more brittle than regular glass and is easier to crack.. It's just more scratch resistant.
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not true. it may crack with some stress risers(scratches in particular areas) but it is difficult to crack, though im sure some forms of plastic are more crack resistant.
it may be hard and you may think that makes it brittle but it actually has a huge amount of give before it breaks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCYTn5ITux4
if you break it you might just be unlucky

I'm using the iVisor screen protector, mostly to help my fingers glide over the touchscreen surface smoothly. It works well for that purpose and doesn't dull the image too much. Fingerprints are far less noticeable too. Dust does get trapped at the edges of the screen protector though. Still, it's worth using IMO.

tyshemi said:
Does anyone usr a protector and if so which brand
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I just put a Skinomi on mine a few days ago. Not just for the scratch protection, but this stuff resists finger prints and other dirt real well.
I find myself cleaning my screen a lot less with it on than before.

indymx said:
I just put a Skinomi on mine a few days ago. Not just for the scratch protection, but this stuff resists finger prints and other dirt real well.
I find myself cleaning my screen a lot less with it on than before.
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the soft screen protectors like skinomi and invisishield are great. we put prtectors on phones so the screen doesnt scratch, what about the screen protector? the film type screen protectors are basically imposible to scratch

I bought the ghost armor screen protector. Their screen protectors are, bY far, the best in my opinion. Been having them in in all my phones.
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gorilla glass?

does skyrocket have it? i got 3 scratches on my screen today slipping in and out of my front pocket... no keys.

-Kevlar- said:
does skyrocket have it? i got 3 scratches on my screen today slipping in and out of my front pocket... no keys.
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Gorilla glass can get scratched by grains of sand.

No it doesn't...that's why it got scratched so easily.
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cue_32 said:
No it doesn't...that's why it got scratched so easily.
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Sgs2 lte does have gorilla glass.
Gorilla glass is scratch resistant not scratch proof
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Only diamond is scratch proof (except by other diamonds). I don't know where you guys get this "gorilla glass is a magical unscratchable substance" from.
Science lesson: Aluminosilicate glass (gorilla glass) with mohs hardness of 7 is more than most metals used in keys and knives but there are many minerals with a hardness above that. Silicon dioxide is 7, aluminum molecules can be up to 9! These two types of molecules make up most of what you see in dirt and sand and since they have a higher hardness can scratch your phone.
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I'm really wondering about this now. I couldn't find on Samsung's or Corning's website where it specifically mentions that the Skyrocket has Gorilla Glass. The Corning website does feature the GSII. I emailed Corning with the question. Hopefully they will respond.
I've read at least 1 review that mentioned the Skyrocket did not have it. I've read several that said it did.

It mentions the Galaxy S II line of specific models. Why do you think the skyrocket would not have it? It is of the Galaxy S II line. The Galaxy S models have it. Saw a post on another website where someone called Samsung technical support and they confirmed the SR does have Gorilla Glass. Having said that, it is not scratch proof.
"I actually just called Samsung as I am looking to buy this phone and wanted to know myself. The mobile device section said that it IS indeed Gorilla Glass. Not sure why the reviewer on Youtube said it's not. Having said that, I don't believe the stuff is bullet proof. It can obviously scratch if you try. I wouldnt be putting it in my pocket with keys."
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I know what isn't scratch proof. The pos back cover. I literally put it my loose work pocket with my Casio work phone by mistake for all of 5 minutes, when I pulled the skyrocket out the back cover was literally covered with scratches. The front I'm not sure about but the back is a joke.

Daedalus_ said:
Only diamond is scratch proof (except by other diamonds). I don't know where you guys get this "gorilla glass is a magical unscratchable substance" from.
Science lesson: Aluminosilicate glass (gorilla glass) with mohs hardness of 7 is more than most metals used in keys and knives but there are many minerals with a hardness above that. Silicon dioxide is 7, aluminum molecules can be up to 9! These two types of molecules make up most of what you see in dirt and sand and since they have a higher hardness can scratch your phone.
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Aluminosilicate glass makes me think of Star Trek IV, and the clear aluminum recipe Scotty traded for plexiglass.
Gee, did I actually just type that?
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Daedalus_ said:
Only diamond is scratch proof (except by other diamonds). I don't know where you guys get this "gorilla glass is a magical unscratchable substance" from.
Science lesson: Aluminosilicate glass (gorilla glass) with mohs hardness of 7 is more than most metals used in keys and knives but there are many minerals with a hardness above that. Silicon dioxide is 7, aluminum molecules can be up to 9! These two types of molecules make up most of what you see in dirt and sand and since they have a higher hardness can scratch your phone.
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Actually lonsdaleite is 58% harder than diamond

you guys have a 700$ phone. i think the 5$ for a screen protector is worth it

Or even $50 bux for the Otterbox defender
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does skyrocket have it? i got 3 scratches on my screen today slipping in and out of my front pocket... no keys.
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http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s_ii_skyrocket_i727-4303.php
this site says it does

buffing compound and swirl remover...............maybe?

eBay Screen protector dude for next time.

The i727 is one of Samsung 1st phone to use fortified glass like the Galaxy Nexus..
People don't realize that Samsung can make their own Gorilla Glass in the New SamsungCorning.com Joint Venture. Samsung is authorized under a full license to make Gorilla Glass for everything from big screen tv's to mobiles. So why did they choose to use their own new Fortified glass? Because cost less and it's BETTER! .....especially if Samsung used their graphene technology coupled with their far superior Polymer Polyimide plastic base (same ingredients as Bullet Proof Plastic), that are both flexible and far more durable than any kind of glass! .....even Bullet Proof Glass!!!!
Check out SamsungCorning.com

Scrren protectors

I'm planning to get this phone but since I am used to a 3.7 inch screen I am wondering how well I would take care of a 5 inch. I want to buy one of those thick heavy duty screen protectors, but I'm not sure which is the best. Also, do any of you guys actually put this thing in your pocket without it breaking?
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I'm a believer that a screen protector is not needed for these phones, but then again I'm extremely careful with my devices. what do you mean break it in your pocket? it will be fine, avoid putting it in a pocket with keys, and avoid putting in in your back pocket as it prolly will break if you sit on it lol
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scott_0 said:
I'm a believer that a screen protector is not needed for these phones, but then again I'm extremely careful with my devices. what do you mean break it in your pocket? it will be fine, avoid putting it in a pocket with keys, and avoid putting in in your back pocket as it prolly will break if you sit on it lol
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Ditto what he said. And GS4 has Gorilla Glass 3 (the current best available) so unless you sit on it or keep diamond-studded things in your pocket, i'd say a screen protector is not needed. Sometimes when you buy a protective cover, you'll get a free screen protector (usually nothing special, just a small added protection for your screen) which is more than enough for me, personally. But if you want the best protection... Look for tough cases with front flaps. Or you could just go with the official Galaxy S 4 S-View Flip Cover. It's very good protection unless the device is dropped or you sit on it.

wiswis said:
I'm planning to get this phone but since I am used to a 3.7 inch screen I am wondering how well I would take care of a 5 inch. I want to buy one of those thick heavy duty screen protectors, but I'm not sure which is the best. Also, do any of you guys actually put this thing in your pocket without it breaking?
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I have an iloome glass screen protector. Once you have a glass protector you won't want a plastic one ever again. Even though these phones have good glass already they can still be scratched and if dropped they can break. Thats why I have something there. The glass protectors will take the impact of a fall so your screen doesnt break. Well wont break as easy..
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scott_0 said:
I'm a believer that a screen protector is not needed for these phones, but then again I'm extremely careful with my devices. what do you mean break it in your pocket? it will be fine, avoid putting it in a pocket with keys, and avoid putting in in your back pocket as it prolly will break if you sit on it lol
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electronical said:
Ditto what he said. And GS4 has Gorilla Glass 3 (the current best available) so unless you sit on it or keep diamond-studded things in your pocket, i'd say a screen protector is not needed. Sometimes when you buy a protective cover, you'll get a free screen protector (usually nothing special, just a small added protection for your screen) which is more than enough for me, personally. But if you want the best protection... Look for tough cases with front flaps. Or you could just go with the official Galaxy S 4 S-View Flip Cover. It's very good protection unless the device is dropped or you sit on it.
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Gorrila Glass 3 may be scratch resistant and all that, but it just offers peace of mind for me when I put a screen protector on my devices. The only device I don't do that on is my nexus tablet because I realized that since I don't carry it around like my S4, it's less likely to get damaged. I rock a Spigen nano tempered glass screen protector. It's like its not even there but I know my screen is protected.

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I have an iloome glass screen protector. Once you have a glass protector you won't want a plastic one ever again. Even though these phones have good glass already they can still be scratched and if dropped they can break. Thats why I have something there. The glass protectors will take the impact of a fall so your screen doesnt break. Well wont break as easy..
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I agree, glass screen protectors are great. But if you're looking for a plastic screen protector, I use Ghost Armor. I don't know if they sell it in retail stores but I'd be willing to bet they have a kiosk at your local mall.
On a side note.. just because your phone is Gorilla Glass 3 doesn't mean it can't scratch. I'd rather deal with plastic than deal with a scratched screen.

I always use screen protectors and I always carry my phone in my pocket. I have tried all sorts of protectors and you definitely will thank me if you get the Zagg high definition protector. Crystal clear, zero finger drag. Got mine for $30!
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I found a scratch on my S4 last night. And yes I'm heart broken Lol. This is my first scratch on any smart phone in 5+ years. I paid full price for my S4 so you know I'm super careful. My keys are clipped on my hip to my belt loop. So I never have ANYTHING in my pockets. And wallet in butt pocket. I have NO clue how I got this scratch I have an otter box commuter, and some flip cases.
In other words, even if its a cheap screen protector you might want to get one.
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The glass screen protectors are really great in my opinion.

Another vote for glass screen protector. I have an Iloome and love it.
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fuego77 said:
I found a scratch on my S4 last night. And yes I'm heart broken Lol. This is my first scratch on any smart phone in 5+ years. I paid full price for my S4 so you know I'm super careful. My keys are clipped on my hip to my belt loop. So I never have ANYTHING in my pockets. And wallet in butt pocket. I have NO clue how I got this scratch I have an otter box commuter, and some flip cases.
In other words, even if its a cheap screen protector you might want to get one.
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You got me worried about mine. I'll definitely have to check out what Spigen's been up to with its tempered glass.:fingers-crossed:

Got sg4 came from sg1

Well very happy now... when I had sg1 never had case or screen protector and he fall so many times and nothing happend to him... in sg4 I decided to buy a case this one
http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=400521988004 hope it good ... should I buy screen protector too or not?
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Welcome to the SGS4 community. I too also came from the SGS to this.
Yes, I do recommend a screen protector for this. Gorilla glass 3 isn't necessarily more scratch resistant than the 1st version.
SGN3 forums also reported scratches on the screen caused by the official Samsung S - view cover itself.

Ty is the gorila glass 3 supposed to be stronger than sg 1 gorila glass 1?
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About tempered glass screen protector there is some thatv cost 8-10$ on ebay and some 20 to 40$ because they have a brand I saw a post saying there is no differnce and we are pay extrA 20$ just for the brand name l.... is it true?
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I would
I would agree you should get one I got the Zagg invishield for both my SGS3 and my S4 and I recently dropped my S4 face down onto blacktop from about 5 feet by accident of course and not only did the screen not shatter but there wasn't even a chip or anything. They aren't that expensive either for the basic versions which work just fine.

I like that case however if you go into best buy or use amazon you can get a black Otter box commuter for 21.90 cents plus tax because they match amazon direct. As for the screen protector it is a must I have a zagg hd in mine which came free when the best buy messed up applying the one that came with the Otterbox. Then I got an xtreme guard back film for when I decide to go naked.
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okdark4 said:
Well very happy now... when I had sg1 never had case or screen protector and he fall so many times and nothing happend to him... in sg4 I decided to buy a case this one
http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=400521988004 hope it good ... should I buy screen protector too or not?
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I've had the S1, S2, photon, and S4. All have gorilla glass. Never used a screen protector. I'm a maintenance man, I carry a knife and about 50 keys daily in my pocket. Screen still looks flawless. Just my opinion

okdark4 said:
Ty is the gorila glass 3 supposed to be stronger than sg 1 gorila glass 1?
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Not necessarily. You should also take into account that the bizels and glass are getting thinner.
With the SGS, I have had many accidents with it. The biggest one was dropping it 2 stories to the pavement when I was texting and looking out the window. We watched a scary movie that night before the incident occured. One of my friends scared me on Halloweens day and with that fright, I jumped and my SGS slipped out of my hands onto the wooden windows trip which we slightly angled and it fell. When I retrieved it, it was face down.
The damages were: dents and chipping of paint from the bizel plus a few scuff marks.
One of my friend has a cracked S4 screen from being in his pocket.
I STRONGLY advice a screen protector and a case that protects the bizel and sides.
With that being said, I don't recommend a plastic screen protector as it scratches from dust and just about anything it comes in contact with.
It also distorts the 1080p screen.
I would suggest a tempered glass screen protector as it is more resistant to scratches and generally only anything with a hardness of sand and above will leave marks on it.

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Not necessarily. You should also take into account that the bizels and glass are getting thinner.
With the SGS, I have had many accidents with it. The biggest one was dropping it 2 stories to the pavement when I was texting and looking out the window. We watched a scary movie that night before the incident occured. One of my friends scared me on Halloweens day and with that fright, I jumped and my SGS slipped out of my hands onto the wooden windows trip which we slightly angled and it fell. When I retrieved it, it was face down.
The damages were: dents and chipping of paint from the bizel plus a few scuff marks.
One of my friend has a cracked S4 screen from being in his pocket.
I STRONGLY advice a screen protector and a case that protects the bizel and sides.
With that being said, I don't recommend a plastic screen protector as it scratches from dust and just about anything it comes in contact with.
It also distorts the 1080p screen.
I would suggest a tempered glass screen protector as it is more resistant to scratches and generally only anything with a hardness of sand and above will leave marks on it.
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alright thank you!! I have orderd
http://www.ebay.com/itm/33103292141...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 hope it any good )

I'm using a Spigen (I think) plastic screen protector that's pretty good, but I'm still hunting for a SGS4 analog to PowerSupport USA's amazing iPhone protectors. The Spigen is close, but not quite.