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Remove scratches from screen

Does anyone know of something to remove minor scratches from screen glass. I have a protective screen now but would like to see if i can remove scratches very minor just for piece of mind since i cant see them but know they are there...thanx
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I have used this in the past and it works great:
http://podshop.com/idrops/
It takes elbow grease... a lot of it... but it works.

Will check it out thanks
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GldRush98 said:
I have used this in the past and it works great:
It takes elbow grease... a lot of it... but it works.
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Isn't the screen on the N1 glass?
From the idrops website: "Carefully squeeze one to four drops onto the plastic, polycarbonate, or acrylic surface of your device"

http://www.wirelessground.com/saguaki.html
Has anyone tried this? Does it work?

If you read the end it states "not use on touch screen displays"
I guess i wont risk my baby..
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I have also some scratches on the screen of my nexus one, proved
idrops? How it was that gave results? I'm thinking of buying and
screen test in the nexus
Greetings

samuaz said:
I have also some scratches on the screen of my nexus one, proved
idrops? How it was that gave results? I'm thinking of buying and
screen test in the nexus
Greetings
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iDrops, and most other scratch removers, are only for plastics... not glass, which is what your N1 screen is. You'll either create microscratches on the screen or remove part of the top coating on the screen.

i used t-cut glass polish on my nexus it got rid of the scratch i got when i stupidly put my phone in the same pocket as my keys

and a chamois leather is great for stubborn finger prints

To be honest, any mild abrasive would probably do. It's not as if the N1 has any anti-reflective coating or anything. Even a simple toothpaste and microfiber cloth would do the trick.

I find toothpaste is great at removing light scratches, won't cost you anything either.

brenny86 said:
I find toothpaste is great at removing light scratches, won't cost you anything either.
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now this is somethin i'll try tonight...
say good luck to me

liam1437 said:
now this is somethin i'll try tonight...
say good luck to me
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What is a result?

Try PlastX from meguiers. Ived used it and its safe. Try in a corner of the screen first. Be sure its clean. Rub gently with a cotton fiber towel, not a bathroom towel.
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Best advice I can give is to buy new housing package.research the installation because it's a little tricky
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How Strong is the Eee Pad Transformer’s Screen, well let's have a look...

Here is some cool video, tweeted by ASUS on how strong the screen of the TF101 is...
I wouldn't try that, but thanks to some guy we don't have to...
http://campuslife.asus.com/index/3616/how-strong-is-the-eee-pad-transformers-screen/
Pretty tough...

This makes me wanna scratch my TF

Wow...I'm glad to see it's pretty darn scratch resistant! (though not arrow resistant)

They need a disclaimer: "We do not work for ASUS RMA department".

Bob Smith42 said:
They need a disclaimer: "We do not work for ASUS RMA department".
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Maybe the guy with the arrow does...

rpavich said:
Maybe the guy with the arrow does...
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hehe... Pretty good! But like somene pointed out on that page... still should be careful with little sand etc, as that most likely will scratch it

Couldn't see myself doing this to my TF! It'd be like kicking my children. (if I had any) But nice to see how strong Gorilla Glass is. I haven't purchased a screen protector yet and I've had the TF since early June. Thankfully no scratches on it, even when my dog runs across the screen or jumps on it when he jumps onto my bed.

Good to know, now I feel more confident throwing it into my backpack when traveling. No more worrying about headphones, keys, pens, etc scratching it.

Yeah, Sure you can scratch it with keys, nails etc. and you'll be fine. But give it to my wife to carry it in her purse for half an hour and it's already scratched

Yeah, but will it blend?
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EP2008 said:
Yeah, but will it blend?
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I'm sure it does. It always pains my heart to see him blend a perfectly working electronic device.

To be honest wouldn't any other glass withstand such a test too? I expected some hammers and razors in action. I buy glasses with glass lens (not plastic ones) because I found that they just don't scratch, and they are not gorilla glass or anything, just normal glass.

Different tablet, still Gorilla glass: I made the mistake to place my Galaxy Tab on an high place the cat loves. So obviously I watched when the clawed beast jumped, partly landing on the screen, doing his best to grip, fail at not falling and look offended. Some marks on the screen, but nothing that couldn't be cleaned with a damp cloth.
That said... I sure hope Gorilla glass has some other quality: keep in mind that to cut glass they use diamonds or special tools, it's fragile but pretty scratch resistant.
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It hurts to watch him do that. I know it's pretty scratch resistant.. but when I was watching it on my TF, I kept checking for scratches.. as if he'd induce them on my screen.

Awesome, now I know that I can cut my food on it... Nice

EP2008 said:
Yeah, but will it blend?
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aww, you beat me to it

Flapjack7 said:
Yeah, Sure you can scratch it with keys, nails etc. and you'll be fine. But give it to my wife to carry it in her purse for half an hour and it's already scratched
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LMAO! Wives and kids find ways to break even the most indestructable items.
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EP2008 said:
LMAO! Wives and kids find ways to break even the most indestructable items.
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Tis true. My brother wondered why his PC would not bootup. Turns out the wifey mangled his USB port causing a short. Wives and kids are heavy handed and WILL find ways to break stuff.

Anti glare coating

I am in search for anti glare coating but i dont want something that sticks to fingers or have even worse fingerprint properties than the original screen, does anyone have some recomendation?

root said:
I am in search for anti glare coating but i dont want something that sticks to fingers or have even worse fingerprint properties than the original screen, does anyone have some recomendation?
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I got one from Vimax and it works just perfectly! But i haven't faced any fingerprint problems from any brand's anti glare/matte finish screen guards! I think u are confused with clear screen guards! Those attract fingerprints and get sticky! But not the ones with matte finish!
So search any screen guards with matte finish and go for it!
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I wouldn't do it (add an anti-glare protector) - I did just that and it *really* takes away from the beautiful TF700 screen! Not worth it!!
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jtrosky said:
I wouldn't do it (add an anti-glare protector) - I did just that and it *really* takes away from the beautiful TF700 screen! Not worth it!!
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But then the glare from the mirror like screen is too much! Unless u keep the screen brightness beyond 75%, u really can't read anything when the surroundings are bright!
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Haven't had that issue myself (not being able to see the screen due to reflection), but just be warned - it basically turns your nice screen into "just another" 1280x800-looking screen. I couldn't believe the difference when I finally removed it (I had it on for about two weeks). I would *never* put another on...
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root said:
I am in search for anti glare coating but i dont want something that sticks to fingers or have even worse fingerprint properties than the original screen, does anyone have some recomendation?
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I LOVE Zagg shield. I'm OCD, so fingerprints and smudges REALLY REALLY irk me to no end. I was cleaning screen every 15 minutes.
The Zagg shield is GREAT! LOW glare, and i only have to clean screen couple times a week now.
Lifetime free replacement warranty too. If it gets damaged, or you have to send tablet back for repair, just peel it off, send it in, and they'll send a new one. Only costs shipping.

redheadplantguy said:
I LOVE Zagg shield. I'm OCD, so fingerprints and smudges REALLY REALLY irk me to no end. I was cleaning screen every 15 minutes.
The Zagg shield is GREAT! LOW glare, and i only have to clean screen couple times a week now.
Lifetime free replacement warranty too. If it gets damaged, or you have to send tablet back for repair, just peel it off, send it in, and they'll send a new one. Only costs shipping.
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Doesn't the Zagg have the orange-peel texture though (I know they used it) - used to be "sticky" on the fingers as well - don't have that issue any more?
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jtrosky said:
Doesn't the Zagg have the orange-peel texture though (I know they used it) - used to be "sticky" on the fingers as well - don't have that issue any more?
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If your fingers are moist, it will stick a bit. But i noticed same thing without shield. I also use a stylus most of the time.

yes, they have the orange peel effect and "sticky". I never really noticed the orange peel. The sticky is more of comparison to glass. It's not sticky, just has more friction/resistence to your finger. I've been using Invishield on my phones for almost four years, and never bothered me.

I'm using a matte screen protector I picked up from ebay for my tf700. Seems like it's the same as TF300. Loving it so far. No more glass glare and my finger glides a lot easier.

rmkbow said:
I'm using a matte screen protector I picked up from ebay for my tf700. Seems like it's the same as TF300. Loving it so far. No more glass glare and my finger glides a lot easier.
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I tried the anti-glare protector route and ended up removing it - the screen quality was degraded too much for my liking - the TF700 screen is just too nice "naked"!
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Microfiber Cloth

Hi Guys,
I've unfortunately misplaced my cleaning cloth I got with the tablet - it was surprisingly good too! Needless to say my screen is looking super grubby right now and could do with a good clean. Can anyone suggest a quality cloth I could order online?
I live in Ireland so purchases from stores in the US etc who don't ship overseas are out.
I'm afraid to buy random ones off ebay in case they are cheap knock offs and end up scratching the screen - would be a disaster!!
Any/all advice is welcomed... well other than "You shouldn't have lost your Asus cloth!" - I know, I know
Thanks!
Phil
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Any of them work...
I'm using the extra large one we got with our Samsung plasma TV.
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Dub Tech said:
Hi Guys,
I've unfortunately misplaced my cleaning cloth I got with the tablet - it was surprisingly good too! Needless to say my screen is looking super grubby right now and could do with a good clean. Can anyone suggest a quality cloth I could order online?
I live in Ireland so purchases from stores in the US etc who don't ship overseas are out.
I'm afraid to buy random ones off ebay in case they are cheap knock offs and end up scratching the screen - would be a disaster!!
Any/all advice is welcomed... well other than "You shouldn't have lost your Asus cloth!" - I know, I know
Thanks!
Phil
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I feel for you man.
That cloth was at least 50% of the value of the tablet.

Love the cloth that came with it. Size is perfect and it is good quality.

Lol i've gone through 4 tablets so far finding one thats not goobered in one way or another. Every time i return it i keep the cloth Got a healthy stockpile of em, they are quite nice

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Every time i return it i keep the cloth Got a healthy stockpile of em, they are quite nice
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Feel like throwing one up on Ebay?
Gonna check out a few local stores today and see if I can source something similar. The one I have for my Samsung TV is considerably thinner than the Asus cloth.

Just get one from eBay, there are tons of them from about a dollar and up. Just get one of those that are similar to the one included with the TF700, not the smooth ones.
Like this one : http://www.ebay.com/itm/330601977185 (Just search for the item code if the link doesn't work).
It's even bigger than the one included with the tablet. Great for larger displays like TVs, monitors as well.
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Thanks Einride. I ordered that one (what a bargain!), though it's coming from HK so might take a while! I also ordered a set of 3 cloths for €3 from Ireland so hopefully they arrive some time next week to tie me over

Dub Tech said:
Can anyone suggest a quality cloth I could order online? I live in Ireland so purchases from stores in the US etc who don't ship overseas are out.
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Any respectable car detailing/cleaning/supply web shop should have plenty of those. Any microfiber cloth should do the trick.

Keion said:
I feel for you man.
That cloth was at least 50% of the value of the tablet.
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HAHAHAHA
On a more serious note - just go to any electronics store or hell, even Target or something.
Or search amazon.

wolfman87 said:
HAHAHAHA
On a more serious note - just go to any electronics store or hell, even Target or something.
Or search amazon.
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You're laughing? I used the cloth more than I use my infinity!

I prefer a section of an old T-shirt. Works better than anything else.

Chuckle OL
We'll go on about anything...even a frigging piece of cloth

Alternative
I still have the original cloth, but every once in a while I use some lens cleaning liquid, the same one I use for cleaning my glasses. Yo can get it a any eyewear store, and it helps a lot.

xcal321 said:
Any respectable car detailing/cleaning/supply web shop should have plenty of those. Any microfiber cloth should do the trick.
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i actually have a healthy pile of microfiber cloths around from various devices / cleaning kits and they are unfortunately not all created equal.
I have noticed that some are thicker / denser than others. The Asus ones tend to be pretty good. You might also try places like The Source in Canada or hell even WalMart in the auto section they should have some. Napa Auto Parts sells them too (for polishing your car) they work just as well.
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salazarb said:
I still have the original cloth, but every once in a while I use some lens cleaning liquid, the same one I use for cleaning my glasses. Yo can get it a any eyewear store, and it helps a lot.
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Just make sure its plastic safe.... Some eyeglasses cleaner will remove the oileophobic layer on your screen (the one that keeps fingerprints at a minumum) and could also damage other components. You can get electronics safe cleaner that is intended to remove oils from fingers but wont harm the other coatings on your screen. Just a heads up, be careful and know what your putting on your screen.

pileot said:
Just make sure its plastic safe.... Some eyeglasses cleaner will remove the oileophobic layer on your screen (the one that keeps fingerprints at a minumum) and could also damage other components. You can get electronics safe cleaner that is intended to remove oils from fingers but wont harm the other coatings on your screen. Just a heads up, be careful and know what your putting on your screen.
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Did not know that, thank you so much. I'll check my tbalet when i get home, Any ideas if my coating got damaged what to do???

How do you clean your N5?

Pretty simple thread if there ever was one.
I might be with the majority here and just wipe the screen on my shirt or softest fabric I come across. (that's clean)
The main reason for this thread though is to see how some of you go about cleaning the gap between the glass and the edge of the phone.
Since I run my phone naked I have noticed small particles and pocket lint getting stuck in said gap. If any of you have had to deal with this, what method have you found that works the best?
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Cloth from sunglasses case
Team Nexus 5 sucks

my phone is in a spigen case, and has a screen protector. I wipe my phone down after work every day with a lysol/clorox wipe. it may not be the best for it.. and i wouldn't recommend it being done all the time if you can help it. but im funny about my phone needing to be germ-free lol

Mine stays clean so I dont have to clean it

Full naked. But clean with eye glass towel.
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Spit and wipe with whatever the shirt or sweater I have on

I clean the gap between the edge and the screen with pieces of paper or an x-acto knife.

Mine is naked too. A once or twice a week I wipe it down with some alcohol and a paper towel, more about the germs than keeping it clean. If I have to clean the screen, I use a mircofiber cloth and a few drops of water.

I use my LED TV spray cleaner. I just do 1 squirt on a nice microfiber cloth and wipe it down. I've been cleaning it this way on my last couple of phones. BTW.. I don't use a screen protector and I only use my Ringke Slim Case when I work.
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I put mine in a zip lock bag and then put it in the dishwasher.

jd1639 said:
I put mine in a zip lock bag and then put it in the dishwasher.
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I don't even bother with the zip lock. I just throw mine in there.

Always make sure you only use "dishwasher safe" zip lock bags! The cheap ones aren't, and they will melt!
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LCD leaners aren't meant for oleophobic coatings, though any harm they may cause is minimal.
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well i give my phone a bath almost every day..i use baby johnson shampoo

Cleaning
i use luxor nano cleaner, its a cleaning liquid that can be used on all electronics its pretty good!

aooga said:
I don't even bother with the zip lock. I just throw mine in there.
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Heh yes, I think the plastic bag might be negating some of the cleaning power of the dishwasher.
I'll have to see about getting an x acto knife from somewhere. Whatever is stock in the crack is a little tough to get out.
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I use basically anything I can use but I have a spigen case and screen protector. I learned my lesson from not securing my SGSIV
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bblzd said:
LCD leaners aren't meant for oleophobic coatings, though any harm they may cause is minimal.
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What part of the N5 has an oleophobic coating?
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What part of the N5 has an oleophobic coating?
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Just the LCD screen. Tiny bit of water is recommended, though when Corning tested house hold cleaning solutions the negative effect was pretty minimal. Personally I would use them sparingly maybe an annual disinfection.
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i clean my n5 the wrong way, same as my n4, n7, and gnex. and have always used every one of then completely naked. i use an alcohol pad and a bounty paper towel to wipe the screen, and the back, especially the glass lens cover(i take a lot of photos). anyways, alcohol isnt supposed to be good for the coating, but ive never seen any bad come from it.