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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Anyone can recommend any good screen protectors at a good price? I don't mind paying extra for good quality. The verizon ones blow. Makes the screen look VERY pixelated. Trying to avoid purchasing a screen protecter like that.
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Try searching the accessories forum about it, there are more than a few posts here about screen protectors
Zagg Invisible Shield
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Anyone can recommend any good screen protectors at a good price? I don't mind paying extra for good quality. The verizon ones blow. Makes the screen look VERY pixelated. Trying to avoid purchasing a screen protecter like that.
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Yes you should make a search through the forum next time but since this thread is already up..
I highly recommend a ZAGG Invisible Shield screen protector. It costs a little more but its absolutely worth it. They have a model for each specific phone so the protector molds around the camera and corners perfectly. It comes with a whole method of putting it on so its smooth when you finish. Plus if you register the screen protector on their website you can pretty much get a replacement for free if anything happens to the protector which isn't likely but still (too scratched to see the screen or something), plus if that happens it peels right off so you can put another one on and the screen is good as new. But its pretty epically scratch resistant, you can check out vids on youtube or their website. I can't stand when my screens get scratched, so I've been using it for years, very happy customer. They sell them at best buy.
Thanks for heads up guys. Much appreciated
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The Charge has Gorilla Glass and is very hard to scratch. Most of us recommend keeping it bare as a screen protector, no matter the quality, detracts from the picture quality slightly.
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Use Skinomi, its a pain to put on but its the best and the clearest one I have ever used
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Skinomi. Best I've used.
http://www.amazon.com/Halo-Screen-Protector-Invisible-Samsung/dp/B0054ENBBM/ref=pd_cp_cps_0
These. They have great reviews. I am very happy with mine. Doing it's job well since July 2011. And it comes in a pack of 3 in case you mess up. And it comes with installation instructions. And, for giving them a good review, they offered to send me a pack of screen protectors free. So I got a pack of iPhone covers for my parents. Great company, great product
BTW if you mess up, soaking it in rubbing alcohol works great for removing dust and then you just try again and squeegee with a credit card.
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The Charge has Gorilla Glass
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Never knew that...it doesnt show that on specs
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Never knew that...it doesnt show that on specs
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It doesn't have gorilla glass. Saw it mentioned in a review.
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It doesn't have gorilla glass. Saw it mentioned in a review.
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It does have gorilla glass. When the phone originally came out it was on corninggorillaglass.com under products with gorilla glass. Now since it is old news it is off the site, but seeing as every major samsung phone is there like the GS, GSII, note, tab, and wp phones, I am sure the charge has it.
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It doesn't have gorilla glass. Saw it mentioned in a review.
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I do believe it does. I've had mine "naked" since I got it and no scratches.
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Without screen protector, you droid Charge will get scratch. Already happened to my daughter's phone.
I have never managed to scratch a smartphone screen, Gorilla Glass or not, and I've had smartphones since the original iPhone. I hate screen protectors of all forms. I hate the way the look and the way they feel, so I've never used one for more than a few days. I don't think I'm particularly "gentle" on a phone...the only thing special I do is keep it in a pocket by itself. I've seen other people's phone of various builds covered in scratches, and I still don't understand how they get so scratched up.
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I have never managed to scratch a smartphone screen, Gorilla Glass or not, and I've had smartphones since the original iPhone. I hate screen protectors of all forms. I hate the way the look and the way they feel, so I've never used one for more than a few days. I don't think I'm particularly "gentle" on a phone...the only thing special I do is keep it in a pocket by itself. I've seen other people's phone of various builds covered in scratches, and I still don't understand how they get so scratched up.
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Not true! my daughter kept her phone in a pocket book full of car keys, pens and jeweries and she scratched it.
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Without screen protector, you droid Charge will get scratch. Already happened to my daughter's phone.
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Doesn't matter what type of glass it has, it can get scratched. And not having a screen protector doesn't mean it will get scratched either. The Charge does have Gorilla Glass, but I wouldn't go around testing it out to see how tough it is. Odds are there are minimum hardness specs that it needs to pass, so some pieces of glass are harder than others.
I had mine in my pocket with keys for a year, no scratches. the plastic is scratched to heck, but the glass remains unscathed.
the charge has gorilla glass making it very scratch/crack resistant. i havent had a screen protector the whole time ive had it, which is about 10 months and it still looks brand new. and trust me, ive dropped it my fair share of times, infact i just dropped it earlier today. had it in my sweater pocket while i was riding my bike and it just flat out fell screen first onto the concrete. not even 1 little scratch.
just dont bother with a screen protector, it looks so much better without one.
but if you really are hell bent on getting a screen protector i can recommend Zagg, i had the enV Touch before this phone for 2 years with a Zagg invishield on the whole time. it kinda got that "rainbow" effect from the grease/sweat on your hands but it was very durable and scratch resistant with a nice fit. overall a perfect screen protector for my needs.
So everyone brag about how tough the screen on the charge, how would you explain to me there are 3 scratches on my daughter phone, which forced me to buy a screen protector???? you all claimed it "UN SCRATCHABLE".
I think you're the only person who's used the word unscratchable, but I did imply that you have to be careless to scratch a glass smartphone screen. Keeping my phone in a pocket by itself, and no other protections, has protected my screens without a screen protector since the original iPhone in 2007. Yes, there are situations where a screen protector would make sense, but in those situations, I'd probably rather use a case/holster that completely covered the screen.
Ok, do you have a screen protector on your S3 or not? What is your reason to have or not have one on your phone?
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I too want to see the results of this. It makes me cring any time any of my phones went without one.
Some people will have this phone for 2 years with no protection or case and it will still look flawless... At least the screen. Yet others will get scratches within the first day of owning it.
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Yeah I posted this because I was curious. Since I've had the phone I've had a Zagg HD screen protector on but I'm itching to go naked. I like the naked glass feel and look.
Wanted to hear some opinions.
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I have never had any screen protectors on any of my phones, including the S3 I have had for a few months. No scratches to speak of. Screen is pristine.
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Yeah I posted this because I was curious. Since I've had the phone I've had a Zagg HD screen protector on but I'm itching to go naked. I like the naked glass feel and look.
Wanted to hear some opinions.
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I had the zagg HD screen protector, but found myself annoyed because my fingers kept catching on the screen. Felt like rubber. When I took it off it was like magic and it instantly looked even more beautiful. Go naked!
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This is the first phone that I have not put a screen protector on. At least so far.
No screen protector but do have a Draco aluminum bumper to hopefully protect it in a fall.
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I use one, all it takes is little sand in your pocket, and then you have to deal with a scratched screen the rest of the time you have the phone.
Sand is the trouble, not keys and etc.
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I use spg steinheil curved crystal screen protector and you literally almost can't even tell there is one on the phone at all and it's just as smooth when swiping.
Highly recommended!! And you get 2 in the pack. Sorry can't post links yet otherwise I'd link it. You can just Google steinheil curved crystal galaxy s3.
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No screen protector since july 12th and it looks brand new. Since my days of playing in the sand are long over, I dont see my pockets filling up with sand and scratching my screen anytime soon.
$12.00-25%=$9.99 Screen protector,$49.00-25%=$37.50 otterbox
Spend $50.99 to save $100.00 insurance claim, priceless
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id go with a screen protector. if there wasnt that nano coating stuff on top of the gorilla glass i wouldn't use one, but ive seen way too many scratches in that coating from different people....
I'm using the Spectre and have noticed it has saved me twice! It took the shot and kept my SGS3 pristine. Pricey? Yep but IMO worth every penny.
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I have never had any screen protectors on any of my phones, including the S3 I have had for a few months. No scratches to speak of. Screen is pristine.
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This x100
I had the spigen ultra nano protectors. The actually tore from my daily use. Small pieces of dirt imbedded somehow and next thing it tore in multiple places. This happened to 2 of them, the second within 2 days of application.
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Never use screen protectors. They grip to your finger and distort clarity in my opinion. I hate I can tell there on there. Plus I've never had a scratched screen. They normally just go straight to shattered...
I absolutely hate the regular Zagg screen protectors but when I saw they had an HD version I decided I'd give it a try.
LOVE it. Not to mention if anything happens to it all you do is request a new one and they send you one for FREE... Only have to pay like $3 for shipping. I've gotten 2 replacements already, the first because I had to exchange my GS3 for a new one and the second because I applied it wrong.
Zagg says they won't replace due to user error but I applied it wrong and figured it wouldn't hurt to ask so I emailed Zagg and told them that I applied it incorrectly and they actually replaced it.
Zagg HD fan for life. Some people say it's tacky... Mine isn't tacky, to me it feels like the glass of the GS3.
Not to mention I put my first GS3 in my pocket without a screen protector... Took it out of my EMPTY pocket and it had a nice faint scratch. Gorilla Glass 2...not a fan. Luckily that phone had problems so I got a brand new replacement.
I was wondering about the HD from zagg... Still seems expensive. The newest one whatever it is called seems to be highly rated, extreme or something.
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I absolutely hate the regular Zagg screen protectors but when I saw they had an HD version I decided I'd give it a try.
LOVE it. Not to mention if anything happens to it all you do is request a new one and they send you one for FREE... Only have to pay like $3 for shipping. I've gotten 2 replacements already, the first because I had to exchange my GS3 for a new one and the second because I applied it wrong.
Zagg says they won't replace due to user error but I applied it wrong and figured it wouldn't hurt to ask so I emailed Zagg and told them that I applied it incorrectly and they actually replaced it.
Zagg HD fan for life. Some people say it's tacky... Mine isn't tacky, to me it feels like the glass of the GS3.
Not to mention I put my first GS3 in my pocket without a screen protector... Took it out of my EMPTY pocket and it had a nice faint scratch. Gorilla Glass 2...not a fan. Luckily that phone had problems so I got a brand new replacement.
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How close is the screen protector to the edge of the glass?
Just had a buddy try to convince me I should remove my screen protector because of the gorilla glass.
I hate losing the clarity, but there is always a part of my gut that tells me somehow, someway this glass will get scratched lol. Anyways, not sure if I am being smart or not. I bought the phone 3rd party, in near mint condition and would like to retain it's quality as long as possible in case I choose to ever sell it.
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Just had a buddy try to convince me I should remove my screen protector because of the gorilla glass.
I hate losing the clarity, but there is always a part of my gut that tells me somehow, someway this glass will get scratched lol. Anyways, not sure if I am being smart or not. I bought the phone 3rd party, in near mint condition and would like to retain it's quality as long as possible in case I choose to ever sell it.
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Not sure s3 has gorilla glass brother keep your protector on
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Not sure s3 has gorilla glass brother keep your protector on
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I believe it does: http://www.corninggorillaglass.com/products-with-gorilla/samsung/Samsung-GALAXY-SIII
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I believe it does: http://www.corninggorillaglass.com/products-with-gorilla/samsung/Samsung-GALAXY-SIII
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I stand corrected moreover keep your screen protector on view are not scratch proof they will break if left unprotected
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yea for me and my gut, it just gives me more reassurance
They still shatter and scratch. No reason to chance it. I have the just like glass by DBA. It looks good.
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I have a protector on but the main reason for it is the matte finish.
I took my screen protector off about 3 months ago and haven't regretted it. I have an otter box commuter case. Im consciously aware of what shares my pocket with my phone and would never put it in with keys. No scratches :knocks on wood: and I love the feel of naked glass.
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I've read that it's sand and grit that usually will scratch a phone, not big obvious things like keys.
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I work in construction and don't use a screen protector. Never had an issue. I'm just careful and I try to be conscious of my phone.
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I had to have my S3 replaced twice due to dropping it and the screen cracking. Asurian said they had to cancel my coverage after the second replacement since you are entitled to two replacements per 12 month period. A couple times I dropped the first replacement I had a glass screen protector on it which cracked but the screen stayed fine, then without the protector I dropped it and the screen cracked. So yes I absolutely need a screen protector and always use tempered glass to be safer, found a decent one on eBay for around $6.50 recently.
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9FJUD5WB_ko The S3 has a great glass set up. Erica Griffen on YouTube does a great review of pros and cons of a screen protector. If you like the feel of the naked glass there are some glass screen protectors that you can use. Now pay attention your glass has a hardness rating of 7 or 8. That means keys and other metal will not and can not scratch it as they only rate around a 5. However sand will scratch it. Period. Sand is what makes glass after all so they are of equal hardness. So for me... I don't use a protector and my screen is still mint.
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TO EACH THEIR OWN
I dnt have one but my screen is crack im the bottom left corner drop it wen i gt off the car fell on rocks ... Screen protector is like insurance in case **** happens..if u feel like it might scratch then buy one just couple dollars u already good amont a fone so couple dollars more wnt hurt..
I am using an invisible shield by zagh and live it. I mainly like the matte screen on mine as well. Its just added protection cause if your planning on ever reselling it or trying to get trade-in credit, a non scratched screen will get a lot more in credit.
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Hi S5 users:
Anyone using Galaxy S5 without any screen protector. I am interested to know whether using S5 without a screen protector cause any damage to screen or not. Since it's gorilla glass 3.
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Hi S5 users:
Anyone using Galaxy S5 without any screen protector. I am interested to know whether using S5 without a screen protector cause any damage to screen or not. Since it's gorilla glass 3.
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I am using it without case & without screen protector, I may buy a case but a big no to screen protector.
I did the same with S3 and it was awesome, no scratch, nothing.
I always feel using a screen protector delays the touch response a tiny bit & why do that...
I stopped using screen protectors once they started using Gorilla Glass and have never had a problem.
After using the S2 for over two years, the screen had some minor scratches (only noticeable in certain light).
So far my S5 is holding up pretty good - I see one little scratch, but not enough to warrant getting a screen protector. I may put one on, but I'm still undecided.
I'm using all the time since s3, when after few days I discovered few small scratches. Always is beter change screen protector then replace amoled display
My S4 was in my shirt pocket. I dropped a (actual glass) cup and when I bent over to pick it up the device fell out of my pocket, in what seemed as slow motion, and the edge of the device landed on the edge of the cup and shattered the screen. Since then I always go to BB and for $39 I get a "glass" screen cover. You cant see it and it picks up fingerprints less than your ordinary screen cover.
I'm only using a basic cover on mine and no screen protector. I've never really found a screen protector necessary.
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No screen protector here. Had a galaxy s3 for three years, no screen protector and no scratches or damage at all, dropped it a few times as well. I am not sure if a screen protector would help in a situation like the dropped phone above?
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It's great to not use one until you get that one scratch on the screen, especially if it is deep and obvious then you will regret it! It really does not matter how careful you are with it, it just takes that one contact with the wrong object and...damn!
For the sake of a few dollars I would advise using one!
Personally i wanted to use screen protector but with the s5 i like to wash my device to make it clean so to those Who has screen protector on would u please tell me if the screen protector still in good condition after the device meets water?
If yes could u please tell me which one cos im going to buy
Thx!
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Used to be an otterbox defender guy and now i'm using the phone naked. I just make sure i'm extra careful. I always put the screen facing my leg in my pocket
So far i'm not using a screen proctector with the S5.
I have spigen tough armor case so the phone never sits ont the screen or on the photo sensor.
The S5 has some treatment against smudge and fingerprint trace!!
i bought a screen protector, i was using my galaxy s5 without one. unfortunately i put my keys in the same pocket as my s5 and caused quite a few scratches.
good thing tmobile replaced it though, i dont think i would go without a screen protector even if it has gorilla glass.
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Personally i wanted to use screen protector but with the s5 i like to wash my device to make it clean so to those Who has screen protector on would u please tell me if the screen protector still in good condition after the device meets water?
If yes could u please tell me which one cos im going to buy
Thx!
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I used http://mimeusa.com/ on my HTC One, still have it in-fact, and it works perfectly, had one on my wife's iPhone 5 as well. Gotten it wet several times riding my motorcycle in the rain. I just ordered the feather version for my S5. Cheaper than a new screen and it's got a lifetime guarantee. My HTC fell out of my pocket and hit perfectly on the corner against a concrete floor, broke the mime glass, sent them an email requesting a replacement and they sent me a 40% off replacement coupon. Very easy to install as well. Love their product.
fid023 said:
i bought a screen protector, i was using my galaxy s5 without one. unfortunately i put my keys in the same pocket as my s5 and caused quite a few scratches.
good thing tmobile replaced it though, i dont think i would go without a screen protector even if it has gorilla glass.
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+1, these are fantastic, would never go back to anything else.
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Ill be grabbing the Oleophobic from Steinheil. Best there is.
Is tempered glass worth it anyone?
I dropped my HTC Aria on the screen, replaced it myself, then dropped it again.. I ended up upgrading to a Galaxy Note, but decided to be smart about it.
I got an Otterbox Commuter series with screen protector, and loved it. I even showed it off to my friends. Lol.
Now with my S5, I got my Otterbox and screwed up the screen protector, so I'm using it without a screen protector until my spigen screen protector comes in. It's a shame Otterbox doesn't sell replacement screen protectors for the S5 yet... Only a few more sleepless nights left though...
Never used a screen protector and has held up just great.
Hate screen protectors.. I mean really. there are people out there with 50 thousand dollar watches, they don't use them. Maybe I'm just lucky(im gonna get a huge gash now, lol) but these screens seem strong!
2 weeks so far without screen protector or case. I bought both in store on release day but since discovered Samsung stated not to use a screen protector as it impacts the sensors.