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I was wondering what luck people had finding screen protectors, preferably wet mount without orange peel effect, that have a cutout for the proximity sensor, or at least have been shown to not affect its function.
I'm trying to decide on what protector to pull the trigger on, so I can have it, and a case before my n4 finally arrives.
In terms of the case I'd love the google bumper, but well... you know... So I guess I'll get some decent TPU case in the meantime.
benhc911 said:
I was wondering what luck people had finding screen protectors, preferably wet mount without orange peel effect, that have a cutout for the proximity sensor, or at least have been shown to not affect its function.
I'm trying to decide on what protector to pull the trigger on, so I can have it, and a case before my n4 finally arrives.
In terms of the case I'd love the google bumper, but well... you know... So I guess I'll get some decent TPU case in the meantime.
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benhc911 said:
I was wondering what luck people had finding screen protectors, preferably wet mount without orange peel effect, that have a cutout for the proximity sensor, or at least have been shown to not affect its function.
I'm trying to decide on what protector to pull the trigger on, so I can have it, and a case before my n4 finally arrives.
In terms of the case I'd love the google bumper, but well... you know... So I guess I'll get some decent TPU case in the meantime.
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Best Skins Ever is wet application with minimal orange peel effect, only noticeable when viewed at an angle under lighting, does not affect screen quality at all. Orange peel effect is unavoidable with wet application skins. Supposedly, there is a revised version with the proximity sensor cut out shipping now. I received the earlier version without the cutout and is in the process of having it replaced. Definitely recommend it, only issue I had was with the proximity sensor that should be fixed with the new revised version.
I have bestskinever without proximity cut out, but my sensor works just fine
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XO skins, there's no orange Peel effect here, very small area cut out for the proximity sensor.... It goes right to the very edge and an excellent fit... Not ideal for tpu cases but it's doing me until i get a better case.
You can get a case fit version of the skin though.
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JPowered said:
Best Skins Ever is wet application with minimal orange peel effect, only noticeable when viewed at an angle under lighting, does not affect screen quality at all. Orange peel effect is unavoidable with wet application skins. Supposedly, there is a revised version with the proximity sensor cut out shipping now. I received the earlier version without the cutout and is in the process of having it replaced. Definitely recommend it, only issue I had was with the proximity sensor that should be fixed with the new revised version.
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I ordered the BSE on November 27 and the set I recieved has the cut out for the proximity sensor, so I think they're up to speed sending out the revised version.
Extreme guard no cutout and all seems fine with proximity sensor
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I'm using a Terrapin screen protector which DOESN'T have a proximity cut-out but doesn't cause any problems either.
Xoskins are very good.plus they have lifetime warranty and it does have a cut out for the proximity sensor. Wet application, easy to install .
And they have both a regular fit and a case fit one that doesn't go all the way to the edges for those who like to have cases on their phones
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still waiting for some dry SP covering curved edge
Xtremeguard. I just received mine and prox sensor is cutted out.
Skinomi Techskin has the right cutouts and the fit is perfect. No orange peel effect that I see but I just put it on 2 hours ago.
Best skin ever with proximity cut out.
Happy customer
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BSE is replacing mine with the prox cut out [=
to those without the prox cut outs.. when you call someone.. does or can your screen come back on?
My xtremeguard is holding up great with great clarity.
Xtremeguard. Sensors cut out. Edge to edge. Click for some pics I took.
http://db.tt/E9CAmuJS
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Ghost Armor fits the bill as well.
droidmakespwn said:
Xtremeguard. Sensors cut out. Edge to edge. Click for some pics I took.
http://db.tt/E9CAmuJS
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Looks sorta orange peely horizontal reflections, but hard to say. Is it?
yomuppet said:
Looks sorta orange peely horizontal reflections, but hard to say. Is it?
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It does not have orange peel (on mine).
hi i am looking Front Screen Protector with proxmity sensor cut out and a back Protector with speaker a camera cut out . i am looking out few protectors such as xtream guard ,skinomi and SGP and few others , but i am able to figure out which one is the best and with proper cut outs
Any help on this would be great
Thanks
BringIT85 said:
hi i am looking Front Screen Protector with proxmity sensor cut out and a back Protector with speaker a camera cut out . i am looking out few protectors such as xtream guard and few others but i am not able to get on ..
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Try xtremeguard u wuldnt regret
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Any of the threads should have more plenty of information about it, but I just installed the full body set from BestSkinsEver last night. The front skin does have cut outs for the proximity sensor AND front camera, and the rear skin has cutouts for the camera, camera light AND speaker port.
quahog_convo said:
Any of the threads should have more plenty of information about it, but I just installed the full body set from BestSkinsEver last night. The front skin does have cut outs for the proximity sensor AND front camera, and the rear skin has cutouts for the camera, camera light AND speaker port.
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How is it ??..can u post pics of it..how long did they took for delivery?
Google Nexus 4 Total Body Skin
is it this one u r talking about
I highly recommend ZAGG. Cutouts fit perfect and the sides aren't so short that any case or bumper you put on the phone will eat into it and ruin the screen protector.
use none, live on the high road naked screen ftw
Skinomi
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Which screen protector looks the least like bumpy **** and most smooth and glass-like?
juggies said:
Which screen protector looks the least like bumpy **** and most smooth and glass-like?
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I would say SPIGEN's Ultra Crystal screen protectors, had them for my SGS2 and they felt like glass
fluffenforliberty said:
I would say SPIGEN's Ultra Crystal screen protectors, had them for my SGS2 and they felt like glass
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Man i am again confused with so many screen protectors
Lol, everyone has said something different. For what it's worth, best skins ever seem to be well regarded from my research. Just put in an order about an hour ago.
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Skinomi is a great option
I just recieved my Skinomi, and I love it.
Here's my review thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2056507
I dislike wet-type screen protectors (well only used Zagg) and didnt like it at all.
Felt really plastic and left orange peel affect on the screen.
Spigen i have never went wrong with, but quite expensive for what it is.
Chinese generic stuff seems to be ok. I just use them and replace it every 1-2months since its so cheap
Although I know I might get some hate for this, I'm using the Invisible Shield from Zagg and I quite like it. Been using this protector for my past two phones.
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Anyone seen anything like a camera lens protector? Just like a screen protector but just for that tiny rectangle over the camera. Obviously it would need to be super duper optically clear.
I ask because I notice that the glass (plastic?) covering my lens already has a tiny scratch in it. Fortunately it's just below the sensor (the "black zone") but I'm worried that I could get another one in a BAD place.
I've already ordered a case but none of the cases I've seen so far appear to protect the lens directly... They all seem to just have open holes in that area. I'm open to ideas if nothing exists or it's just plain impractical.
I agree..it would be reassuring. My martin fields protector for my old desire came with a camera sticker.
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I cut up a screen protector to cover mine
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When you use the films of gadgetshieldz, you like the same protection for the camera.
I know the zagg HD screen protector isn't good enough for optical protection. At least looking at my screen, I see that it does distort slightly even though it was "professionally" installed.
I'e seen them available in china, one comes free with a screen protector.
So I planned on not putting my N5 in a case and possibly no screen protector either.... until I noticed when laying on the desk the camera is keeping it from lying flat. I am edging towards a case but just thought I would ask for the people that went naked. Shame since I absolutely love the feel of the N5.
Have you noticed any scratches on the lens?
This is not really directed at the person that babies their device like fine china.... more the person that will slide their phone across the table when trying to show a picture or something.
Haven't noticed anything on my n5 camera lens, but was wondering the same thing. I have my eye on a hybrid, clear backed, spigen case to show off the white back
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@rans0m00 @CRIME INC. Same case fire me guys as much as I love the feel of the nexus 5 it always bugs me about scratching the lens that's why I bought this case from Spigen called "Slim Armor" or another case that's even slimmer is "Neo Hybrid" from Spigen
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I ordered a nillken case last night. Will just see how it goes between now and then. Love Android phones but the camera sticking out just seems to be a weird trend with them.
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rans0m00 said:
So I planned on not putting my N5 in a case and possibly no screen protector either.... until I noticed when laying on the desk the camera is keeping it from lying flat. I am edging towards a case but just thought I would ask for the people that went naked. Shame since I absolutely love the feel of the N5.
Have you noticed any scratches on the lens?
This is not really directed at the person that babies their device like fine china.... more the person that will slide their phone across the table when trying to show a picture or something.
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I have had my N5 for 6 days now. It has been in an official "Nexus 5 Bumper Case" from the beginning, except for the few minutes while I installed a screen protector first. I've been pretty careful with the device, but I do have a small scratch on that giant camera lens cover already. Luckily, the scratch is near the perimeter and doesn't look like it can impact image capture. It is also a slight enough scratch that I cannot capture it in a photograph with my Motorola Atrix 4G, it has to be looked for to see it.
My screen protector is the SPIGEN Steinheil Ultra Crystal, which I am quite pleased with. It came with two screen protectors, so I am loosely considering cutting a circle out of the second one and fitting it to the camera lens cover.
dpotts said:
I have had my N5 for 6 days now. It has been in an official "Nexus 5 Bumper Case" from the beginning, except for the few minutes while I installed a screen protector first. I've been pretty careful with the device, but I do have a small scratch on that giant camera lens cover already. Luckily, the scratch is near the perimeter and doesn't look like it can impact image capture. It is also a slight enough scratch that I cannot capture it in a photograph with my Motorola Atrix 4G, it has to be looked for to see it.
My screen protector is the SPIGEN Steinheil Ultra Crystal, which I am quite pleased with. It came with two screen protectors, so I am loosely considering cutting a circle out of the second one and fitting it to the camera lens cover.
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Why didn't you just keep the stock one on it? That's what I did.
Also if any of you guys get a custom skin they cover the circle around the camera too. So it's a good option if you like to keep it without a case.
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I can say with the nillken case I have it has faired pretty good so far. No camera lens scratches. Wish the camera didn't stick out... Case free would be nice.
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I was naked for the first 3 days till my case came in i notice a small tiny scratch on the camera GLASS
folks the GLASS is easily replaceable the LENS is inside of the glass
Here is the replacement back cover
http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/181254590441?lpid=82
it comes with the new GLASS cover attached
markdapimp said:
I was naked for the first 3 days till my case came in i notice a small tiny scratch on the camera GLASS
folks the GLASS is easily replaceable the LENS is inside of the glass
Here is the replacement back cover
http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/181254590441?lpid=82
it comes with the new GLASS cover attached
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I stand corrected... I was worried about scratching the glass.
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rans0m00 said:
I stand corrected... I was worried about scratching the glass.
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If you're worried about scratching the glass you can get a caseology leather tpu case witch feels really good and almost naked like it protects the screen and the camera glass from touching your table or counter top surfaces. If you really like naked I suggest searching for some camera glass protectors yes they do exist or make a DYI one by cutting one into a circular shape
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markdapimp said:
If you're worried about scratching the glass you can get a caseology leather tpu case witch feels really good and almost naked like it protects the screen and the camera glass from touching your table or counter top surfaces. If you really like naked I suggest searching for some camera glass protectors yes they do exist or make a DYI one by cutting one into a circular shape
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I just went with a nillken case and have had no troubles.
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I'm very split on whether I should use a case on my n5. I've got a Spigen NeoHybrid on it, which is nice because it prevents the camera from popping out. I just really like the way the phone feels without a case. It's awesome. I just really don't want to scratch the camera glass. I wonder if the black ring will help at all.
Also, this phone has Gorilla Glass 3, I've got q screen protector on it and it's getting small scratches on the protector here and there. Does one really need a screen protector for Gorilla Glass 3?
Sydius08 said:
I'm very split on whether I should use a case on my n5. I've got a Spigen NeoHybrid on it, which is nice because it prevents the camera from popping out. I just really like the way the phone feels without a case. It's awesome. I just really don't want to scratch the camera glass. I wonder if the black ring will help at all.
Also, this phone has Gorilla Glass 3, I've got q screen protector on it and it's getting small scratches on the protector here and there. Does one really need a screen protector for Gorilla Glass 3?
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This has been asked many, many times. Sand and dust can scratch GG3 so it can be worth protecting.
Sydius08 said:
I'm very split on whether I should use a case on my n5.. .
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I only use a case when I go out.
Any ideas or info on the camera glass on the back? I've noticed there's a slight "hump" in the back. So if I do not put a case or something is there anyway that I can damage the lens or the glass or the picture quality in general? I don't generally like using cases and tempered glasses for the back are yet to be in the market for this phone so I was wondering.
dragona92 said:
Any ideas or info on the camera glass on the back? I've noticed there's a slight "hump" in the back. So if I do not put a case or something is there anyway that I can damage the lens or the glass or the picture quality in general? I don't generally like using cases and tempered glasses for the back are yet to be in the market for this phone so I was wondering.
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Yes it is possible. You could try to get some sort of lens protector on it if you are not a fan of cases. I would personally recommend a case. As of now afaik there are no lens protectors as such for the pixel 2.
dragona92 said:
Any ideas or info on the camera glass on the back? I've noticed there's a slight "hump" in the back. So if I do not put a case or something is there anyway that I can damage the lens or the glass or the picture quality in general? I don't generally like using cases and tempered glasses for the back are yet to be in the market for this phone so I was wondering.
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I bought my phone and my Spigen "tough armor" case is all the insurance I have. I highly recommend this case.
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Tucker204 said:
I bought my phone and my Spigen "tough armor" case is all the insurance I have. I highly recommend this case.
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Got it and liked it as well, allo the kickstand isn't good in portrait mode
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It would be nice to have some kind of ring that can be pasted around the camera to add some bulk.
You only need to be careful with glass surfaces that might have a grain of sand.
Camera lense is not scratched but less harder things like a cutter etc.
The bad thing about the camera lense is that if you need to replace it you need to start by removing the screen. So it's the last part.
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