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Screen getting small scratches

Despite being careful, my screen is increasingly getting scratched. The scratches are only noticeable when the device is off (thank goodness).
If there are any other persons with the same problem, please post here.

I guess that you did not use a screen protector, right?

Correct. I also own a TyTn II and have no issues with the screen whatsoever. Of all the devices I have owned over the years, only this TC has been an issue.

I was noticing the same so applied the included screen protector... I usually don't bother as I don't like them and the device is a throwaway after a year anyway so it's not a big deal. But in this case I figured if it was like that after a few weeks then after 6 months I'd probably not be able to see the screen!

I've had a few Palm devices before i switched to WM and i noticed this scratching as well......Luckily i'm using the included protector.
I have to say on my previous Palms i didn't have this problem, also while using a protector, which makes me suspect that the stylus is the real problem here.
Any thoughts on this?

I use the screen protector, and also got some spares. I also cover the whoel device with a liquid "screen" protector to helpthe faces from getting ruined. So far so good

Problem with the Touch Cruise (Polaris...) is, that the screen is - unlike the Kaiser's - flat and not indent. This means, its exposed to EVERYTHING it touches. Thus chances are higher you'll get one or two scratches once in a while.
Second thing which I can only cite other ppl on other forums: those Polaris allegedly have a softer top layer to be able to operate the unit using only your finger. This would support catching scratches as well...
I'd use the protector. It's a shame having scratches on that mirrored surface.

Schaggo, can you indicate what other forums people are commenting about the screen?
I am interested in your view that the top layer is softer than most others.

i agree that the stylus is the problem ... to much thin... , i tried one from nintendo ds , it's much more rounded and it slide better ( sorry for my english...)

vdavide said:
i agree that the stylus is the problem ...
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Yeah, I'm using one from my old IPAQ !

ou guys use other styluses? I use my finger, thats what the Touch series should be made for I know it doesnt really work, the fonts are way too small...
Hicksville, I cannot judge what the other ppl say because I used the protector right away. Nothing ever touched my screen without the protector applied. But as I got it, the top film seems to be made of a softer material than the one of other WM devices. Reason for that is the reason for the "Touch" in the devices name: to make the touch layer register the actual point, where the finger tries to point at. If the top layer would be harder/stiffer it allegedly cant tell where exactly the finger tried to hit the screen because the area involved ('touched' eg. pressed down) would be bigger than with a soft top layer. Thats what I got and which makes some sense.
And logically a soft surface is more prone to be 'hurt' than a surface made of hard material. So I guess this might be connected. But I have to repeat, these are all assumptions by users and in no way official statements.

I've been using my phone w/o a screen protector, and I haven't gotten any scratches. Like schaggo I mainly use my finger. I did however test the screen by applying a lot of pressure with the stylus in a sweeping motion, and I didn't get any scratches (don't ask me what possessed me to try this). I later tried a much more conclusive scratch test on a CDMA Touch unit in a store on both the screen and the body and got no scratches! Yes, I applied a lot of pressure, (However, someone else had managed to put a scratch on the CDMA Touch's screen, but that scratch was really deep and probably done with a really sharp object; on the other hand, I did my testing with my TC stylus). I coudln't scratch both the body or the screen using a lot of pressure from my stylus and my nails. Maybe some of you exposed the TC to coins or keys inadvertantly?

That's pretty gutsy to test it on your own device. I am using the screen protector and I have a few scratches on that which is fine. When the time comes, I'll replace it with a new protector. As far as the rest of the case, I have been very careful so far with my device and haven't gotten any scratches anywhere on it. I think that suede/rubber whatever feel of the device is nice but I think it will scratch.

hambola said:
That's pretty gutsy to test it on your own device. I am using the screen protector and I have a few scratches on that which is fine. When the time comes, I'll replace it with a new protector. As far as the rest of the case, I have been very careful so far with my device and haven't gotten any scratches anywhere on it. I think that suede/rubber whatever feel of the device is nice but I think it will scratch.
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Yes, very gutsy, I pushed hard enough to watch the screen sink it and rise back up very slowly...I don't know what I was thinking, but hey it turned out well w/o any scratches. The plastic on the screen is a lot stronger than your typical screen protector, so that fact along with my tests pretty much confirmed it for me. Furthermore, I don't like the look of screen protectors and I'm worried that they'll hinder touch flow.
As far as the casing, it seems bulletproof. But I'm like you, I keep it in the oem suede/microfiber case whenever its not being held to my ear for a phone call, and I've never put it in a pocket with anything else.

Actually with the suede comment I was talking about the body of the actual device. I'm not sure what that is but it has a nice texture to it. I haven't used that pouch that came in the package. Not a big fan of it. Head on over to the acc forum to see which cases people like. As far as the screen protector goes the original one does not hinder touch capabilities. Also in the acc forum they discuss different screen protectors, you might wanna check out one of those as well.

Scratched screens; any experiences with ways to fix?

I have an old Wallaby that has a scratched screen at the right margin; a protector was never used and apparently, someone used the scrollbar a LOT, violently so.
If it was just a little scuff, I'd just apply a protector to keep it from getting scratched any more (the screen is still reasonably responsive), but this time, there's a single "bump" in the middle of the scratch that would still make the sensitivity be off.
There's quite a few products out there promising to rejuvenate scratched screens, and I was wondering if anyone has any tips or user experiences to share;
Does Displex or any other such product live up to its claims? Is it worth it to try to rub-a-dub-dub with an abrasive agent, or does it merely lead to more damage in the end?
Enquiring minds want to know!

Erm, I wouldn't recommend it
Ok
I've never used Displex on my mobile...cos I don't dare. Reason? I used it on my ipod...was so eager, I even used it on the clickwheel. Clickwheel became so cool and shiny...but lost sensitivity. (stop laughing)
So basically, if its a device which uses a touch interface, don't use Displex or any such cleaner (which although they claim are not abrasive basically are, cos they literally work down the plastic like a really weak acid). Of course, if your touch interface isn't imbeded on the actual screen itself but underneath it (hold to light, check for tiny dots...u see dots, its imbedded).
HTH
SS

Holy Bear said:
I have an old Wallaby that has a scratched screen at the right margin; a protector was never used and apparently, someone used the scrollbar a LOT, violently so.
If it was just a little scuff, I'd just apply a protector to keep it from getting scratched any more (the screen is still reasonably responsive), but this time, there's a single "bump" in the middle of the scratch that would still make the sensitivity be off.
There's quite a few products out there promising to rejuvenate scratched screens, and I was wondering if anyone has any tips or user experiences to share;
Does Displex or any other such product live up to its claims? Is it worth it to try to rub-a-dub-dub with an abrasive agent, or does it merely lead to more damage in the end?
Enquiring minds want to know!
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don't worry the screen is not messed up you just scratched the digitizer thats a thinfilm that sits ontop of the screen that makes it into a touch screen. they are not that much money 20-25 dollars pick up a new one

AT&T Replace my Fuze because...

I was using my Fuze the other day, and was scrolling down a website with the stylus, when all of a sudden the god damn stylus scratched my screen. As you can imagine i was mortified and shocked. A big gash only a week into owning my beautiful new fuze. So i take it in and tell them what happened and they gladly replaced the phone. Nice people! Guess the 30 day period does cover scratches, if by stylus!

thats odd, glad they swapped it for you. was your stylus's point sharper then usual?

So....
It's a good thing to treat your new styli to a bit of emery cloth before you start playing.

Erm... The first thing I did when I got my fuze was throw on that screen protector. Would be foolish if ya didn't do that the second go round.

supapimp2k3 said:
Erm... The first thing I did when I got my fuze was throw on that screen protector. Would be foolish if ya didn't do that the second go round.
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When you say "that" screen protector. Are you saying they provided one with the FUZE in the box? Or did you buy one separately?

Yes one does come inside the box.

I was applying my invisible shield today and a little bit of the solution got into the earpiece duct, about 10 minutes later my touch screen was no longer functional. I've already returned my phone and getting a new one Saturday. Be careful with your phones guys, a little liquid and its all over.

I love the included screen protector. I've used alot of protectors over the past decade and the stock one holds up better than most (especially for free). I still don't have so much as a blemish on it even with alot of active use and it traveling in my pocket (but no keys). And it's such a good fit that when people check out my phone they tell me that, "You really should get a screen protector before you get any scratches on the glass."
Joke's on them.

I never even looked in the bag with the quick start guide, sure enough a screen protector and another screen protector that comes on the phone with all the warnings on it.

Included protector
Does anyone know the manufacturer of the included protector?
I didn't get mine aligned properly, some dust started peeling it from the corner so I had to ditch it and got an invisible shield, but I liked the included one because until you get use to it, the invible shield takes some getting use to.

Just peel your included screen protector off, wash it with some soapy water, and reapply it to your screen again (while still damp, but not drippy wet). Smooth it out and gently move all the bubbles of water out to the edges of the screen, and voila.
It doesn't specifically use a tacky glue so you can reapply it again and again. I do the same trick on my DS for perfectly clear and aligned protection.
Same trick people that tinted my car windows used for getting the plastic onto glass.

killer2001 said:
I was applying my invisible shield today and a little bit of the solution got into the earpiece duct, about 10 minutes later my touch screen was no longer functional. I've already returned my phone and getting a new one Saturday. Be careful with your phones guys, a little liquid and its all over.
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Did you wait 12-24hr before putting the battery back in and powering it up after installing the invisibleshield? Because you are supposed to, to prevent exactly what happened.

Dang It, I need to double check my trash. I had no idea they provided a screen protector. It was in a bag with the quick start guide?

TriAxisFL said:
Dang It, I need to double check my trash. I had no idea they provided a screen protector. It was in a bag with the quick start guide?
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[Q] Whats with the screen?? Friction

Hi guys!
Im confused.. whats up with the screen on the transformer?
I bought a Pogo stylus and tried it on a ipad, then my iphone. Works fine. When using it, it just glide without any resistance.
But when i use it on my transformer theres some resistance. I have to use more force and it just dont feel smooth.
Same goes when it comes to cleaning the screen. Its hard as hell to remove dirt and fingerprints. On other screens i just have to wipe them off. But on transformer its really hard..
Anyone experience the same as me?

Should be exactly the same as the iPad. If I remember right, they're both IPS Screens with Gorilla Glass from Corning. I also haven't really been experiencing the same thing as you, cleaning-wise at least, but I don't use a Stylus at all.

It disappears after a short time using it.

stuntdouble said:
It disappears after a short time using it.
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A few reviews mentioned this as being common on these types of electronics. I just gave it a really good polish with a cleaning cloth when I got it and 90% of the sticky has worn off.

I put a coat of Crystal-Glo on mine.

I just got mine and I experienced the same too. Feels rough plus I have large dust particles stuck between the screen

Here a smudge, there a smudge, everywhere a.....

Anyone else noticed that if you do use your Note 10.1 with your finger instead of the stylus, it's smudge city?!??! Compared to my spouse's ipad, it's like night and day. If we both use our tablets for 20 minutes, then turn them off, the ipad shows very few faint smudges, while my note 10.1 looks like grease on top of grease.
What i really want to know is if anyone has found a great screen cover/film that doesn't in any way inhibit the stylus but that is more smudge free than the glass as it comes.
Of course most of the time when the screen is on and bright you don't notice the smudges, but if you go to watch a movie then anytime there's a dark scene the smudges are VERY annoying.
Thanks,
Eric

Well the upside is that with the gorilla glass a simple wipe on the pant leg and all smudges are gone. I have never used an iPad before so cant comment but any Android tablet or phone i have ever used gets filthy pretty fast. We humans are oily creatures.
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I don't notice smudges on the glass at all and I rarely use my stylus.

funny, i was noticing how smudge resistant this note is compared to 10 of my other devices lol.

Same here
I also see the smudges everywhere. I just keep a microfiber cloth with me and am constantly wiping it clean. Using the Pen instead does help a lot.

tommyschw said:
I also see the smudges everywhere. I just keep a microfiber cloth with me and am constantly wiping it clean. Using the Pen instead does help a lot.
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Same here
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Yes, it does get a lot of smudges. Two things, either matted screen protector or micro fiber cloth will do the job.
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Yes i have noticed alot of smudges. I dont use screen protectors but i do use Rainx ( 2-3 coats) on a clean screen and smudges are less and it is a lot easier to get rid of the ones you do get. you will need to coat is every couple of weeks. A couple drops on a rag- Wax on wax off...:fingers-crossed:
You can find it in most auto sections in stores. Been using it a long time and swear by it. :angel:

As is in every aspect of life every person has a different constitution of her/his finger grease. So You can't compare another one's iPad with Your 10.1 AND MOST IMPORTANT !!!!! almost all Screens of Tabs and phones are the same gorilla glass.
So why should one screen be more susceptible to finger grease than others if it's always the same glass ?
WASH YOUR HANDS !:laugh:

troed said:
WASH YOUR HANDS !:laugh:
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was thinking the same thing, lol.

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A piece of cloth designed for cleaning glasses in one´s pocket will do an excellent job too, one swipe and the GG is clean :laugh:

i've used rain-x since the old nook color. it doesn't stop streaks, but makes them come off easier. i quit using it after someone said that i could destroy the oiliph-something coating that supposed keep it streak free. but since it doesn't work well i may just go back to the rain-x. and my ipad does get just as smudgy, it's just easier to clean.

Lol if there is a coating on here that is supposed to keep it streak free it isn't working.
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I use the small yellow bottle of rainX for windshields- original glass treatment. and place a couple drops on a rag and wipe in on and wipe it off. repeat 2-3 times and glass is smooth as butter and - for me- alot less smudges- and yes the ones you do get come off alot quicker.
I have used it on every device i have owned and never had issues with coating etc.... :angel:
Yes a dry rag will work too- but you wont have to use the rag as much if you coat with Rainx. just saying.

Now when it comes to flu-season: get a hand disinfectant liquid, use it always before You tap Your screen and You'll be smudgefree and free of flu :laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

I always use that after i .......... nvm.. just know its like baking soda, used for everything! : D
we don't see things as they are; we see things as we are.

LOL - so the consensus is just that I have very dirty, oily hands! Thanks for that. Well, I "heard" that the ipad glass has an anti-smudge coating, but that was from an i-everything fanboy so who knows. I wondered if our gorilla glass screen was treated differently for some reason because of the stylus. Doesn't sound like it.
I do use a micro-fiber cloth and yes, it does remove the smudges, especially if used in conjunction with a tablet/laptop screen cleaning solution. I just didn't know if someone had a recommendation for a screen film that was anti-smudge, but I didn't really want to use one of those anyway as I'm afraid it would effect smoothness of use with stylus.
Still debating the rain-x idea. Never thought of that. Like the idea - little worried about long term effects.
Okay, I'm going to go wash my dirty, oily hands again now...

FWIW, I have very dry hands which would account form the lack of finger prints. On top of that, I rarely eat junk food. When I did have some chips the other night my screen showed the prints.