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I scratched my screen :(

Ugh. It's all I can see when I look at the phone. Anybody have a line on replacement parts yet? Is the DHD screen interchangeable?

I have seen a few on EBay (from CA). That sucks man, mind me asking how you scratched it?

homeslice976 said:
I have seen a few on EBay (from CA). That sucks man, mind me asking how you scratched it?
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I dropped it about 3 feet and it landed on the glass. Lucky I don't have a shatter I suppose.

You didn't have a screen protector on?

synnyster said:
You didn't have a screen protector on?
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No I don't like them and my captivate had gorilla glass. I guess I forgot how fragile a screen can be.

gunnyman said:
I dropped it about 3 feet and it landed on the glass. Lucky I don't have a shatter I suppose.
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Ah that's rough. Mine's hit the ground twice, luckily only from 12"-16" though. Some of my corner's got a little mucked up from one of them, but it almost seems to be healing itself. It actually landed on the screen that time but the screen ended up being ok, I had to change my underwear though.

gunnyman said:
No I don't like them and my captivate had gorilla glass. I guess I forgot how fragile a screen can be.
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I don't do the protectors either! I can't stand the way the feel and look

I have a cover and screen protector from seidio. It literally cannot be seen or felt on the screen. The only problems i had was when putting the cover back on i pinched the screen protector and had to use a second one. Would definately recommend.

WOW, that's why I don't fly naked! Seems the screen would been hard to change.
Good luck!

i hate screen protectors too but damn brah. for the inspire it's a must.
I'm curious though.
How much does a screen protector really help?
Let's say i dropped it from a pretty high level onto a hard flat surface..
would it protect the screen from shattering or is it's sole purpose to resist scratches?

Thrashavich said:
i hate screen protectors too but damn brah. for the inspire it's a must.
I'm curious though.
How much does a screen protector really help?
Let's say i dropped it from a pretty high level onto a hard flat surface..
would it protect the screen from shattering or is it's sole purpose to resist scratches?
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I think scratches are the best that you can hope that a screen protector will help you on. there is no way that a thin piece of plastic is going to stop a crack. i had a buddy who had an iphone 4 with a zagg invisible shield, and an otterbox defender with built in screen shield. he dropped it from waist high and shattered his screen!

Seem I saw someone have to order an Ispire screen but had to buy five at a time. Might look around and see if they have an extra.
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This should make you feel better. Dropped it at work. Replacement will be in on monday

cmeyer3 said:
This should make you feel better. Dropped it at work. Replacement will be in on monday
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That sucks ..... did you have case on that?
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That's a horrible sight.
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No case, it fell naked.

my wife has an iphone 4 with invisible shield front and back and a bumper, she has dropped it so many times that it amazes me to this day that it still looks perfect. her's must have been made on a wednesday

cmeyer3 said:
This should make you feel better. Dropped it at work. Replacement will be in on monday
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Holy rusty nails batman!
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mj0528 said:
I don't do the protectors either! I can't stand the way the feel and look
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The bestskinsever screen protectors feel like there is nothing on the screen. The only way you know there is a protector on my phone is at an angle with sunlight where you see the edge of the protector because it does not go all the way to the top by a millimeter or 2.
It really is all in the application. If you get a good application you should not see any signs of there even being a screen protector. I try not to use too much soapy water and wrap a microfiber towel around the squeegee I use.

I lucked out. My phone had the loose bottom corner issue so I took it to my at&t store. They replaced it. Now I'm hunting for a screen protector
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ZAGG invisibleSHIELD Finally Available for Galaxy S II LTE/Skyrocket SGH-i727

Emailed Zagg a few days ago because I'm a fan of their screen protectors. Got a reply today, they're finally out.
ZAGG for Samsung Galaxy S II LTE/Skyrocket SGH-i727
Side note:
Also you get this Foam Cleaning Kit free with any order $24.99 or more. Exp 11/13.

I ordered these
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/6x-film-prot..._PDAs_Protecteurs_d_écran&hash=item2a14eaca96

McLaren__F1 said:
I ordered these
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/6x-film-prot..._PDAs_Protecteurs_d_écran&hash=item2a14eaca96
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That's cool, but that one is for the international version because of the physical home button. Skyrocket doesn't have that.

madmike23 said:
That's cool, but that one is for the international version because of the physical home button. Skyrocket doesn't have that.
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Oh NO, dam ordered the wrong product. Didnt even look at the picture LOL
fail on my part

Already Scratch Resistant
Isn't the Screen already scratch resistant, so putting this on would be overdoing maybe? Or does it do more than protect from scratches??

Simmnchtr2 said:
Isn't the Screen already scratch resistant, so putting this on would be overdoing maybe? Or does it do more than protect from scratches??
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That's what I'm wondering... This phone uses Gorilla glass I don't know if its worth getting a screen protector

I had an Evo for about a year, so did my daughter. Both has Gorilla Glass, never had a screen protector on either and never any scratches at all.
I always set mine down, screen side down so I wouldn't scratch the back
So, no need for a screen protector in my opinion. But, that's just how I am rolling with mine.

Some may not need it. Some people just want it. I, myself, always had it on my iPhones and my previous SGS2. I like the texture, I have better control since the glass is a bit too slippery. The ZAGG also bumps up color and contrast (imo, you can tell the difference on my iPhones). Those are my reasons.
Also gorilla glass doesn't mean its indistructable. It may survive keys in a purse but not from drops or things being dropped on it.

ordered one also
Have not received. A bit worried it will distort the screen clarity. Anyone get one on yet? I have had the captivate and moto phones and all have had Gorilla Glass but I always used a screen protector. Usually use best skins ever but they are not out yet. Used code ZAGG20 on checkout and took 3 off.

Yea, they're very nice (my opinion). I haven't see any discoloration in the last 2-3 years with Zagg. The image quality is crystal clear. And my touches register much more than without it. I guess I have very dry finger tips.

I've seen the zagg only once a long time ago. Does it still have that bumpy orange peel texture?

Daedalus_ said:
I've seen the zagg only once a long time ago. Does it still have that bumpy orange peel texture?
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Nope. Haven't seen that in a few years. If it was changing colors, one should've done a warranty replacement.

Daedalus_ said:
I've seen the zagg only once a long time ago. Does it still have that bumpy orange peel texture?
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Just got my Zagg and it does have the orange peal texture. I will post a review later.
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how hard is it to install? is it just like a sticker? if you dont align it up right can you take it off and do it again?

waiters said:
how hard is it to install? is it just like a sticker? if you dont align it up right can you take it off and do it again?
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You wet the screen a little and it allows you to slide the zagg around to align it

amazon has only bad reviews for zagg. what do you guys think of them?

waiters said:
amazon has only bad reviews for zagg. what do you guys think of them?
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I used to swear by them but after awhile I got sick of lint sticking to parts of it that would come up a little. Plus I prefer a naked screen feel and just a think case for the back now. Might get one though just for the backside until a good matte case is available.

if I install 1 and let's say like 3 months later I don't like it,is it easy to remove the shield and liquid and bring it back to normal?

waiters said:
if I install 1 and let's say like 3 months later I don't like it,is it easy to remove the shield and liquid and bring it back to normal?
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Comes off completely clean, no residue or signs of it remaining.

Any problems with Gorilla glass?
I was told that with Gorilla glass the use of a screen protector may make it difficult for the screen protector to stick.
I find this hard to believe since it should stick to any glass. At the mall the sales guy actually told me to pass on this because Gorilla glass has a chemical breakdown that is different than normal glass.
That may be true but- but has anyone had a problem before with InvisibleShield on a phone with Gorilla glass?

Screen protectors

bought this, dont want my brand new phone to be unprotected!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180864252100&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:US:3160
cheap too! and genuine since its sgp ebay account lol.
post any other screen protectors that your planning to buy or already bought for the one x!
gotta protect that investment!
Ok dont buy the sgps one, they dont fit well lol

expertzero1 said:
bought this, dont want my brand new phone to be unprotected!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180864252100&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:US:3160
cheap too! and genuine since its sgp ebay account lol.
post any other screen protectors that your planning to buy or already bought for the one x!
gotta protect that investment!
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too bad SGP leaves lots of room on the sides

mrvirginia said:
too bad SGP leaves lots of room on the sides
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is there a list of full coverage ones somewhere? I don't want just the middle covered

lol.
also bought this one.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007R6OFCE/
will try out skinomi first

Invisible Shield should come out with a version for the One X shouldn't they? There's quite a lot of hype in this phone and it's a high end phone. Invisible Shield makes amazing screen protectors, but then again the One X has Gorilla Glass.

MWilt said:
is there a list of full coverage ones somewhere? I don't want just the middle covered
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only wet applicating ones are going to cover the whole thing because of the curved glass on the sides. go that route. skinomi seems to be the best thus far.

mrvirginia said:
only wet applicating ones are going to cover the whole thing because of the curved glass on the sides. go that route. skinomi seems to be the best thus far.
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bummer, guess I should of waited until this morning I ordered the skinomi but got the drytech clear. Are you saying this most likely won't stick to the curved edges?

I got my skinomi wet application protector in the mail today. I am afraid the dry type won't adhere as well to the curved edges.
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My skinomi. Only 8.66
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DumIam said:
I got my skinomi wet application protector in the mail today. I am afraid the dry type won't adhere as well to the curved edges.
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well, I just ordered the wet one too...man I wish my phone would show up

MWilt said:
well, I just ordered the wet one too...man I wish my phone would show up
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Yes, as do I. Wait is killing me and annoying my entire family. My wife just wants me to shut up and stop browsing these forums non-stop.,
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Skinomi came in 3 days from Amazon.

i use ZAGG/INVISISHIELD they are already out for the ONE V/S/X/XL only screen protectors i use

Does anybody know international oneX accessories work?
Looking at some extreme guardz protectors because they are 80% off i think?
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Only wet app screen protector I'll use is xoskins. Hopefully they have them soon
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Seeing that the One X has gorilla glass, is it as important to get a protector as with other devices?

GrandAdmiral said:
Seeing that the One X has gorilla glass, is it as important to get a protector as with other devices?
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Yeah even though it has gorrilla glass 1 or 2, it isn't 100 % scratch resistant. Having it in your pocket with keys etc coins. Pebbles etc, having a screen protector won't change the look of the screen. For under 10 bucks why not? Unless you want a scratch

expertzero1 said:
Yeah even though it has gorrilla glass 1 or 2, it isn't 100 % scratch resistant. Having it in your pocket with keys etc coins. Pebbles etc, having a screen protector won't change the look of the screen. For under 10 bucks why not? Unless you want a scratch
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Thanks. I already ordered one, but have heard so much about the durability of gorilla glass that I had to ask.

Honestly, I can deal with a couple of tiny scratches a lot better than I can deal with how terrible screen protectors feel and make the display look. Anyone else feel this way?

KitF said:
Honestly, I can deal with a couple of tiny scratches a lot better than I can deal with how terrible screen protectors feel and make the display look. Anyone else feel this way?
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No.

1x LG Nexus 4 Google Premium Clear Screen Protector - FREE SHIPPING

Here is a nice, cheap screen protector I just found on eBay that ships from TX, USA:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1x-LG-Nexus...782827?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item337dbba9eb
Looks pretty decent...

I am worried about the curved edges. My photon 4G had this issue with dry application screen protectors. Can you post a review when you get it installed so we all know if this is going to be an issue?
For the first time I think I am going to go naked. I have faith in Gorilla Glass 2. I will just stay away from sand.
sent from my perfect 32GB Nexus 7

EDIT: Didn't see that they charged another $3 for shipping on Amazon. Good deal OP!
3 pack for $2.95
http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-3-Pack-...1352759494&sr=1-50&keywords=LG+Nexus+4+screen

Uh60m Pilot said:
I am worried about the curved edges. My photon 4G had this issue with dry application screen protectors. Can you post a review when you get it installed so we all know if this is going to be an issue?
For the first time I think I am going to go naked. I have faith in Gorilla Glass 2. I will just stay away from sand.
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Yeah, I'm really not sure about that. I don't know if I'll just wait for the Xtreme Guard screen protector, which is very high quality and cheap; its very similar to extreme guard. And this one is a wet application. So I hope it will be released soon.

why the heck aren't vendors selling the back too???!?!?!?!?!!

I hate wet-applied one...
but I also concern about the curved-edge screen...

Now has 10% off the $2.92 price! So now its only $2.62. This is the cheapest screen protector as of now!

Just ordered one thanks button hit
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Just to point out, the OP link is 1x screen protector, the Amazon link is 3x screen protector.
So if you're getting the 3-pack, that's cheaper total cost per screen protector, at under $2 per protector.

why not use liquid armor?
put 3-4 coats of it and you're set(ive been using it on my gs2 for a while) does not get as oily as plastic screen protectors..nor does it scratch

intel352 said:
Just to point out, the OP link is 1x screen protector, the Amazon link is 3x screen protector.
So if you're getting the 3-pack, that's cheaper total cost per screen protector, at under $2 per protector.
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Yeah, good point, but i don't think everyone wants to order 3 of them...Just finding a cheap one screen protector.

Alright, so, dumb question now: Why would I need a screen protector when the glass is Gorilla 2 and not supposed to get scratches and stuff like that?
Thanks

florian3000 said:
Alright, so, dumb question now: Why would I need a screen protector when the glass is Gorilla 2 and not supposed to get scratches and stuff like that?
Thanks
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its scratch resistant to many things, but dust, dirt, and sand is a different story

florian3000 said:
Alright, so, dumb question now: Why would I need a screen protector when the glass is Gorilla 2 and not supposed to get scratches and stuff like that?
Thanks
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Gorilla glass is not scratches proof
Why take a risk if a SP is not so $

jt.61 said:
Yeah, I'm really not sure about that. I don't know if I'll just wait for the Xtreme Guard screen protector, which is very high quality and cheap; its very similar to extreme guard. And this one is a wet application. So I hope it will be released soon.
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i dont think this is a wet application one...how can you tell? theres no liquid or solution to be put on in order for it to work, unless im getting my definition of wet application totally wrong
edit: i misread it. sorry about it. disregard this post

So you would get micro scratches, right?
For me personally that's a bad trade off when you might see that screen protector on the sides then.

AznDud333 said:
why not use liquid armor?
put 3-4 coats of it and you're set(ive been using it on my gs2 for a while) does not get as oily as plastic screen protectors..nor does it scratch
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link?

http://www.androidguys.com/2012/10/17/dynaflo-liquid-armor-review/

Anyone have Spigen Dual Protector and N4 Bumper?

Does anyone have the Spigen dual side screen protector with the play store Nexus 4 Bumper?
If you do- How does it fit and would you recommend it because I'm looking at possibly getting this combo.
I could save $15 and get a poetic bumper for $5 instead of the $20 play store one. The only thing is I prefer the look of the play store one.
I can also get the play store one for much cheaper later on.
I was also thinking of getting the Poetic Atmosphere because it looks so nice on the iPhone 5 an the Spigen (just front) screen protector.
But maybe I'll just get them both and decide for myself.

I have the spigen dual ordered. Should be here next week. I have the bumper already but I'm not sure if I'm going to keep it or not. I'm not liking how it makes the phone feel. The bumper is not as slim as I thought.

I have this exact combo - simply perfect.
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illmaticone said:
I have this exact combo - simply perfect.
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Any picture would be great

illmaticone said:
I have this exact combo - simply perfect.
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I have the combo as well and I wouldn't necessarily call it perfect, though I like the combo. I think the front protector doesn't cover enough of the sides, so there is a gap between the bumper and the protector... You can feel it when swiping from the edges (ex: when switching between tabs in Chrome).
I think a better case / protector combo is the Spigen with Diztronic... The case covers enough of the sides so there is barely a gap on the sides.
Anyways, since I prefer the bumper, I'll wait for the Phantom tempered glass protector and hope that the fit will be nicer.
I'll try to post a few pics tomorrow.
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I have the same combo and like others have mentioned I don't like that the front protector does not go edge to edge on the screen, but it was expected. I don't like wet application ones so I'll just suck it up.
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I would love to know if there are any other Dry Application Screen Protectors that cover the N4 Screen Completely?

naruses said:
I would love to know if there are any other Dry Application Screen Protectors that cover the N4 Screen Completely?
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Spigen released some dry application ones for the Galaxy S3 that covered the whole screen (which has curved edges) so we just have to wait!

Spigen has made curved glass protectors before (for the gs3) but the reviews for that particular protector are terrible.
The hardness is half that of the current N4 one they have.
Can somebody please post a picture of the combo.
And has anybody dropped their phone? Any stories about the combo?

frusso21 said:
Can somebody please post a picture of the combo.
And has anybody dropped their phone? Any stories about the combo?
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Here you go (also showing my first attempt at snapseed haha). The protector just barely reaches to where the screen begins to curve down on the sides. The back is near perfect luckily. Let me know if you need to see any additional pictures.
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FYI, the ZAGG ones work flawlessly with the official bumper.

fluffenforliberty said:
Spigen released some dry application ones for the Galaxy S3 that covered the whole screen (which has curved edges) so we just have to wait!
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While the novelty of the Spigen Curved Crystal protectors is nice, they are incredibly easy to scratch it seems. I have a coworker that got the Curved Crystal protectors for her GS3, and she was disappointed at how easily they got visible hairline scratches. The first one she was rough with, but the 2nd one she took care to keep covered with the official GS3 book-like case that has a front flap, and it somehow still managed to get scratched.
I really think that if you want to cover the whole glass on the Nexus 4, you pretty much have to go with a wet apply. I'm almost a mandatory dry apply person, but I must say, it really makes it look as if you cheaped out on the screen protector to anybody else that looks at your phone. The bumper only accentuates this visual problem. Personally I'm cursing LG and Google for even doing this to the screen, it seems utterly gimmicky, pointless, and makes it absolute hell to get a good smooth dry apply screen protector on the phone. I find myself actually avoiding using the sloped edge because I run right into the edge of my dry screen protector. I usually start my swipes right at the edge of the screen protector.

Elsydeon said:
I really think that if you want to cover the whole glass on the Nexus 4, you pretty much have to go with a wet apply. I'm almost a mandatory dry apply person, but I must say, it really makes it look as if you cheaped out on the screen protector to anybody else that looks at your phone.
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What is the difference between dry and wet application in terms of the screen's curve.
Correct me if I'm wrong but what I take you're saying is that wet application screen protectors will cover the entire (curved)N4 screen as dry ones won't (or if they do they won't be too good)

frusso21 said:
What is the difference between dry and wet application in terms of the screen's curve.
Correct me if I'm wrong but what I take you're saying is that wet application screen protectors will cover the entire (curved)N4 screen as dry ones won't (or if they do they won't be too good)
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I don't actually have a wet apply protector myself, but I ordered a Best Skin's Ever full body set that should be delivered sometime next week, along with a Spigen Dual set. From reading up on them though, it seems like all of the wet apply ones do actually cover the entire glass, which would make sense as they're totally floppy and flexible during the installation phase. The tough part, even with those, seems to be getting them to cure and stick permanently to the curved glass.
I think I'll give the BSE a try and see how it goes before the Spigen, based on some people's comments that the BSE seems smoother than other brands of wet applies. I typically really hate the rubbery drag that the wet applies have.

jdavet said:
Here you go (also showing my first attempt at snapseed haha). The protector just barely reaches to where the screen begins to curve down on the sides. The back is near perfect luckily. Let me know if you need to see any additional pictures.
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Is it just me or does the bumper look green in those pictures?
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F0rgiven said:
Is it just me or does the bumper look green in those pictures?
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I think I put a little too much contrast in it... I wish I could tell you that I have a special edition bumper or something, but I don't.
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Spigen told me they are not going to release any dry application screen protector that covers the whole screen:/
Source: http://www.facebook.com/unitedsgp/posts/493703470650218

Elsydeon said:
I don't actually have a wet apply protector myself, but I ordered a Best Skin's Ever full body set that should be delivered sometime next week, along with a Spigen Dual set. From reading up on them though, it seems like all of the wet apply ones do actually cover the entire glass, which would make sense as they're totally floppy and flexible during the installation phase. The tough part, even with those, seems to be getting them to cure and stick permanently to the curved glass.
I think I'll give the BSE a try and see how it goes before the Spigen, based on some people's comments that the BSE seems smoother than other brands of wet applies. I typically really hate the rubbery drag that the wet applies have.
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I think I may post a tread for wet vs dry application screen protectors in terms of curved screen as I'm interested in finding out if the wet screen protectors actually do fit the whole screen.

DforDesign said:
Spigen told me they are not going to release any dry application screen protector that covers the whole screen:/
Source: http://www.facebook.com/unitedsgp/posts/493703470650218
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That post is 2 weeks old. I'm sure that will change.