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edge to edge screen protector

If anyone gets a nice clear edge to edge of entire glass screen protector please share link.
I don't want the ones you apply with water because over time adhesive attracts dust & dirt.

EZGUARDZ go edge-to-edge, and can be applied w/o water. However, they suggest (and I followed) using water to get a clean set up.
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Are you looking for somthing like this???
Are you looking for somthing like this???
T-Mobile G2x Mirrored Screen Protector Film
http://www.cellularoutfitter.com/p-77519-t-mobile-g2x-mirrored-screen-protector-film.html

down8 said:
EZGUARDZ go edge-to-edge, and can be applied w/o water. However, they suggest (and I followed) using water to get a clean set up.
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down8: thanks ordered one exactly what I was looking for...
KRAZYADROIDMASTER: thanks but no those mirror ones drive me crazy.

I'm wondering how the dry apply will do over time. The curved glass is making me wait and definitely consider a wet apply instead.
Please post how these are when you get them.

I have a ClearFreak. Edge to Edge w/ water application, but super easy. Just google clearfreak and you will find it. They also make a clear protector for the back if you don't want a case.

Try seidoonline.com under lg optimus 2x. Can't wait untill the cases are available!
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I ordered the Seido Crystal Clear Screen protector. It looks like it is going to cover the entire screen. I have had great success with their products in the past, so I am hoping for some good results with this. It is currently being shipped, so I am hoping to have it by the end of the week.
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/spm1lg2x.htm

I ordered the ghost armor one and it works awesome. They give you two.
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So does PhantomSkinz. Gave me 2 full sets of body shields that covers all the aspects on the phone. It says to use water but I never do, came out nice and clean.

The one from skinomi is edge to edge too

ClearFreaks are available on eBay for $4: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-CLEAR-LCD-SCREEN-PROTECTOR-LG-G2X-NEW-/300552048835
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iamlilysdad said:
I'm wondering how the dry apply will do over time. The curved glass is making me wait and definitely consider a wet apply instead.
Please post how these are when you get them.
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I asked for a screen protector that doesn't use water. I ordered EZGUARDZ because down8 brought it up. It was $3.99 free shipping comes with 5 pcs.
I tried first piece dry, did not look good was not clear no matter how much you work it out with a little rubber squeegee. Took it off, threw 1st piece away and used 2nd piece with a water spray bottle i had from a past zagg shield install.
Once it dried next day it looked really good, no orange peel look like zagg shield back then... i'll rock it until i find a dry static cling because dry static cling has superb clarity, you can't even tell it's on the phone.
I'm sure this EZGUARDZ over time will attract lint and dust over time on it's edges. I have a rubber silicone case over it so it may help with lint/dust.

Do we really need one? Isn't it Gorilla Glass?

pcwizpcwiz2 said:
Do we really need one? Isn't it Gorilla Glass?
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Gorilla Glass just means it's resistant to scratches, not invincible.
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dv8ed said:
I asked for a screen protector that doesn't use water. I ordered EZGUARDZ because down8 brought it up. It was $3.99 free shipping comes with 5 pcs.
I tried first piece dry, did not look good was not clear no matter how much you work it out with a little rubber squeegee. Took it off, threw 1st piece away and used 2nd piece with a water spray bottle i had from a past zagg shield install.
Once it dried next day it looked really good, no orange peel look like zagg shield back then... i'll rock it until i find a dry static cling because dry static cling has superb clarity, you can't even tell it's on the phone.
I'm sure this EZGUARDZ over time will attract lint and dust over time on it's edges. I have a rubber silicone case over it so it may help with lint/dust.
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Thanks for posting that. It seems like we won't be able to get a perfect screen protector LOL. Dry ones are the best, I agree, but the curved edges make it difficult. And even if the wet apply ones do apply better they will attract dust around the edges.
I guess it's all trade-offs.

i wish i hadn't bought the ones from tmobile they have a smudge resistant finish it makes it very hard to read through

down8 said:
ClearFreaks are available on eBay for $4: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-CLEAR-LCD-SCREEN-PROTECTOR-LG-G2X-NEW-/300552048835
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I ordered these, received them only to realize it does NOT cover the curves sides of the screen. It is not Edge to Edge screen protection. Just an FYI. I was looking for Edge to Edge.

[Q] OK with no screen protector or case?

I've had my Infuse for 4-5 days and really love the design and all the cool stuff here on xda (as usual). Does Gorilla Glass mean that I don't need a screen protector? I've never been a fan of them. Also, I'm pretty gentle with my phones and would like to keep the stock look with no outer case. What do you guys think, am I flirting with disaster?
EDIT: bought a case-mate pop case in white/gray. Very happy with case and still no screen protector.

seano666 said:
I've had my Infuse for 4-5 days and really love the design and all the cool stuff here on xda (as usual). Does Gorilla Glass mean that I don't need a screen protector? I've never been a fan of them. Also, I'm pretty gentle with my phones and would like to keep the stock look with no outer case. What do you guys think, am I flirting with disaster?
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The glass is extremely hard. There are videos of people online taking razor blades to it. The plastic on the outside, however, will be more prone to scratches. It's really up to you, but I've had mine for a few weeks, and there are no visible signs of use. I don't baby my phones, but I also am not too tough on them.
There's my 2¢. I hope it helps.

I like using my phone naked because I haven't found any screen protectors that I really like yet, and I like the device without a case. That being said, I bought the moshi screen protector and casemate pop case, mostly for when I am going to be somewhere or doing something that could put my phone in danger...like when I'm drinking and prone to dropping my phone haha. Gorilla glass is scratch resistant, not scratch proof, so it's a good idea to have a screen protector in some situations.
The moshi screen protector is a tad expensive, but I think it's totally worth it for high risk situations. You can take it off and reuse it as many times as you want, and it's really easy to do so. That allows me to put it on quick when I need it, and take it off when I know it's safe. I don't like using it day to day because I love the screen on this phone, and the matte finish on the moshi makes it a bit pixilated. However, it's a life saver in many situations, and I can stand it being on there for the peace of mind while I'm doing something that requires it.
And it's always a good idea to have a case on hand just for rugged situations, and I find the pop to be very nice. It provides a ton of protection in not so huge of a package. While it's not as rugged as an otterbox or ballistic case, my phone has taken quite a few spills from 4+ feet off the ground in my case, and it still fits in my pockets just fine. Another good case that I would recommend is the body glove mirage case. It's a rubbery tpu case that is very pocketable and also provides a lot of protection. All of the accessories I've mentioned can be found at At&t stores, but you can find them cheaper elsewhere, as they mark them up a bit.
Hope I helped!
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I'll take a look at those cases, thanks! I don't do anything that drops my phone from 4+ feet off the ground, I'd have a freaking heart attack!
What are you doing with your phone up that high?

my plastic is all in perfect shape, but my screen has a couple of scratches on it
i try to keep it nice, but it's not easy with this big of a screen..

I didn't think you could scratch the Gorilla Glass unless under extreme punishment, what did you do to scratch it?

seano666 said:
I'll take a look at those cases, thanks! I don't do anything that drops my phone from 4+ feet off the ground, I'd have a freaking heart attack!
What are you doing with your phone up that high?
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I'm 6'2", 4 feet off the ground is standard usage height for me while I'm standing. Haha. And gorilla glass can be scratched, I have a micro scratch on my screen from throwing my keys in my pocket.
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welchertc said:
I'm 6'2", 4 feet off the ground is standard usage height for me while I'm standing. Haha. And gorilla glass can be scratched, I have a micro scratch on my screen from throwing my keys in my pocket.
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Oh ok, that makes sense. I think I'm still going to go bare for now, I'm pretty anal about treating it right. Thanks for the advice!

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I didn't think you could scratch the Gorilla Glass unless under extreme punishment, what did you do to scratch it?
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it likely rubbed against the keys in my pocket, doesn't bother me though. just letting you know that gorilla glass is not invulnerable

docodine said:
it likely rubbed against the keys in my pocket, doesn't bother me though. just letting you know that gorilla glass is not invulnerable
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We must have different glass or something for our screens. I took a razorblade to my old nexus one which was sporting gorilla glass, and there was no visible sign that anything had even happened to it. There are also videos of people online going absolutely nuts on their screens with the same results.

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I didn't think you could scratch the Gorilla Glass unless under extreme punishment, what did you do to scratch it?
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just need something harder than gorilla glass to scratch it. a diamond or maybe some other jewels will easily scratch as well as concrete and maybe some hard steels. keys or gold aren't likely to scratch but some key rings are made from a hard spring steel and might scrach. there is also a coating of some type on the glass that may show scratches.
the plastic definately needs protection. it is break resistant but it is way soft and the lame shiny coating can scratch off.

Scratched my screen with something. Always in its own pocket. Get a screen protector.
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For myself I don't use a screen protector (had the phone since it came out). The Infuse's screen behaves just like my ole iphone4, if not better.
As others have said, the side chrome plastic will scratch easily so a case is warranted.

I actually have never dropped my phone or anything and I have two micro scratches. Samsung is willing to fix it for free the problem is you have to send them the phone and be without one for 7 days.

I work in construction, I use the Ballistics case and a screen protector on the phone, I dropped it from 10ft off a ladder onto concrete, no damage to phone or case. Best money I ever spent

No screen protector or case on my Infuse, and it's been that way since I bought it two months ago. I have one tiny, tiny scratch on the far left side of the front, but it's so far over that it isn't actually on the screen. I have no idea how it got there, I think there must have been a tiny rock or something in my pocket at one point the scratched it. Who knows. My phone has unfortunately been dropped maybe 5 times, and this never caused any damage. I think your phone will be just fine naked.

I decided to get the Case-Mate Pop case. It makes my phone look like a stormtrooper! Still no screen protector tho.
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I'm using a body glove, no screen protector.
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Hi guys im debating weather to put a screen protector on this baby or not, just got her yesterday. Has anyone experienced scratches? Also would someone recommend a good screen protector other than Zagg or invisishield. I'm done with those types. Also I got a casemate today but it kinda sucks, gonna return it tomorrow. Any recommendations on cases? Thanks.

I've heard from a few people on here that they've experienced scratches. I think if you are really careful you can get away with it. Some of the better cases have a lip which will protect it from falling flat on the screen.
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gs3's gorilla glass

i have not drop mine or put it with things that can scratch it, yet I'm starting to see light scratch marks on it along with two really small straight scratch. This is kinda sucks. Anyone else have similar issue?
I thought it was supposed to be strong.

On my first GS3 I had it ONE day and I put it in my jeans pocket with nothing else in it... pull my phone out and have a nice, but faint, scratch.
Lucky (or unlucky) for me, my phone had a defect so I took it back and exchanged it.
Put a Zagg HD on it right away.
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I liked Gorrilla glass (1) better was more durable to scratches.my x2 with gorilla glass (1) till this day no marks and dropped it lots of times, my s3 I'm very care full heard this new gorilla glass(2) not very good even tho they claim it to be.
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I had a couple fine scratches on my Droid RAZR, after about a year with no screen protector, and a dedicated pocket (no keys, change, etc). I put a screen protector on my S3 because of that. Went through two protectors before I found a good one that actually feels nice and smooth. Tried ZaggHD and it was awful and tacky feeling. Tried another thin protector that wouldn't stick on the corners. Finally settled on one from Rearth, called Ringbo
Ultimate clear plus. It was a little tacky at first but after about an hour of use its as smooth as the glass was, and has an oleophobic coating. I'll never trust gorilla glass again after the RAZR.
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I bought my gs3 used to keep my unlimited. It had a few faint scratches I didn't know about until a few days after. I applied a wet application screen protector and now the scratches aren't visible. One thing I read that works but didn't try was using RainX windshield protection on the screen which fills in the faint scratches.
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I prefer spigen sgp ultra clear can't even tell it's there so smooth also no tacky feeling, you can get one on eBay cheap.
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i usually use screen protectors on all my phone, but not my s3 and not a single scratch on screen in the two months i've owned it

Huh. My Zagg HD isn't tacky at all.
The original Zagg was horrible but I absolutely love the Zagg HD. Feels like glass to me
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Its the fine particles in your pocket that scratch up the screen. dust, sand, fine dirt, it all really does a number on that glass. I still haven't gotten around to putting anything on mine even though I do have a couple faint scratches, but I'll probably have to get something soon. I like the look of the Spigen Ultra Clear, but i'll most likely pick up whatever Best Buy has in stock.

xaybor said:
i have not drop mine or put it with things that can scratch it, yet I'm starting to see light scratch marks on it along with two really small straight scratch. This is kinda sucks. Anyone else have similar issue?
I thought it was supposed to be strong.
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I must sadly agree. My old Droid X with original gorilla glass lasted 2 years with no screen protector and is as good as the day I brought it home from the store. I didn' t treat my GS3 any differently and very, very quickly had light surface scratches especially around the edges/bezel area near the camera. Gorilla Glass 2 is *not* as good as original Gorilla Glass.
Screen protector on this one, which hides the damage. It still irks me knowing it's there.

Probably another 10 or so more threads like this along with the 10 or so previous ones will yield an answer.

Gorilla glass is not scratch proof. If you have sand or quartz in your pocket it will scratch the phone. The size of sand or quartz can be almost invisible to the naked eye and it will still leave scratches if you happen to rub it agaonst the screen.
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rlatjs17 said:
Gorilla glass is not scratch proof. If you have sand or quartz in your pocket it will scratch the phone. The size of sand or quartz can be almost invisible to the naked eye and it will still leave scratches if you happen to rub it agaonst the screen.
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Pretty much, as scratchproof != shatterproof

As prior posters mentioned, sand is highly abrasive to any glass - even coated Gorilla Glass 2. A little sand in your pocket and the phone will look roughed up without much work.
A good video created by XDA explained the strengths and non-strengths of Gorilla Glass and is hosted at YouTube, I can dig up the reference if interested.
EDIT: Ah, what the heck . . .
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Extreme like a boss!.
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ty all
yeah, good replies guys. Thanks. Just got my Ringbo, ill give this a shot.

rlatjs17 said:
Gorilla glass is not scratch proof. If you have sand or quartz in your pocket it will scratch the phone. The size of sand or quartz can be almost invisible to the naked eye and it will still leave scratches if you happen to rub it agaonst the screen.
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yeah i know it aint scratch proof or shatterproof, or any of that shenanigans.....just saying with all that hype around it...you would think it would hold against little lints and such.

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Extreme like a boss!.
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will try this next because of all the good review and hype.

If you crack your screen and the phone still works and you trust your DIY abilities you can replace the GLASS in an hour start to finish.
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If you crack your screen and the phone still works and you trust your DIY abilities you can replace the GLASS in an hour start to finish.
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And you can say bye bye to insurance (if any)
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will try this next because of all the good review and hype.
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I like it. I just miss the feeling of glass. It wasn't slippery on glass, but now its easier to clean, and it really does work! (So far)
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Scratches on screen?

Is there any way to remove a small scratch on my phone screen//
The screen is scratch-resistant though
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I am sure you can take it to the local computer shop and pay them $30 to remove them if you are being annoyed by it. If you prefer not to, you can put a screen protector on to cover the scratch.

Iver hear using toothpaste (one with no "grains" can be used as well as car wax. I've use both for light scratches and some medium scratches on my phone and glasses... I dont know what else to use that works as advertised

I think toothpaste is not good idea.
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I think toothpaste is not good idea.
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Same here, thats not good idea..
Just use the toothpaste to brush your teeth n go to store to buy some anti scratch layer.
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Whitening toothpaste works great on glass. I would not use it on plastic though.
I had a scratch on a remote control screen - not touch screen just a LCD screen. The glass face had a small scratch, used whitening toothpaste, a damp kitchen cloth and rubbed it in for about 30 minutes. It got rid of the scratch, and it didn't effect the glass translucently around the scratch. If you tried that on plastic it'll make the scratch disappear but it'll blur the plastic around it. And for a LCD it'll effect how the pixel light through it.
So don't do it. Either replace the screen, or live with it. Always use a screen protector. Even glass can be scratched, if you have keys in your pocket metal is harder than glass, so it'll scratch.
correction screen was like old type "casio" type LCD monochome screen, not RGB pixels.

Berties123 said:
Even glass can be scratched, if you have keys in your pocket metal is harder than glass, so it'll scratch.
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It's the other way round, even a knife (just a simple metal knife not some diamond edged sword ) won't scratch glass. Try it if you don't believe me then try it on a mirror or window or something instead of the phone (because actually the oleophobic layer could be scratched by the metal)
Grit is the worst thing, if grit/dirt/small stone particles whatever you wanna call them gets in between the metal and your glass, or just grit by itself, then it will scratch the hell out of it.
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Thanx guys.. I had already a protecting cover but I read that the phone has gorilla glass which cannot be stretcher.. so I removed the protecting cover.. and boom.. the screen had a scratch ...
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What about rubbing compounds used on cars?
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Maybe one of the products that repair scratches in eyeglasses or DVD's?

There was a discussion about this a couple of years ago.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1185606
I remember it because I had a post in it.

I have had good experience using Brasso to reduce scratches on CD and DVD discs and have read about it being used to help eliminate scratches on smartphone and ipod screens as well.

I made the mistake of not buying/applying a screen protector to my phone... ONCE. Screen protectors, and at the very least a silicon protector to go around the body are the best money spent on your phone.

Toothpaste removes scratches.

You should always use those protections for the screen You dont loose sensivity, are not figerprint prone, and protect from scratches.

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Thanx guys.. I had already a protecting cover but I read that the phone has gorilla glass which cannot be stretcher.. so I removed the protecting cover.. and boom.. the screen had a scratch ...
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Gorilla Glass being scratch proof is about as real as the Jaguars winning the Superbowl this year (rimshot).
I don't know why anyone makes that claim, every person who thinks that whom I've ever met has scratches on their screen.
I've always wondered if those products that remove scratches from cars and such could be used on a cell phone screen. My thought it that it probably wouldn't work, but it might be worth a test on a Gorilla Glass device which is outdated or the like. Someone could make a lot of money on such a product though I'd imagine.
I'd never heard of toothpaste before, that's a new one.
My advice is to get a matte screen protector the day you order a device. You can get them on eBay and Amazon for like $2 or $3 for a set of 3 and they go on very nicely with no bubbles and feel really nice. And they never hamper my view of the screen. I've got one on my 720P LCD Nexus 4 screen and I really like it.

dr.hafez94 said:
Thanx guys.. I had already a protecting cover but I read that the phone has gorilla glass which cannot be stretcher.. so I removed the protecting cover.. and boom.. the screen had a scratch ...
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Just remember Corning Gorilla Glass is different from Scratch resistant glass. My Sony has scratch resistant glass and it does not scratch very easy. Samsung galaxy for example has gorilla glass which does scratch but is tougher to break.

Old thread but I came across it and wanted to correct some horrible information.
DO NOT USE TOOTHPASTE on your screen. Most screens now have an oleophobic layer that the toothpaste will completely decimate creating more scratches to go with whatever you have.
Want to protect your screen? Use a screen protector.
Once it's scratched it's just scratched.

so is there really a way to remove scratches on a screen?

How NOT to Install a Glass Screen Protector

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2FEdzsSuqY
This has got to be the worst most perfectly applied glass screen protector install I've ever seen. I have to give it to the guy for not giving up. And now I know if I ever mess up badly, there is always a way to fix it
And the combination he is using looks really protective. Wonder if it would work out the same way with the defender.

With the Spigen glass protector, it's best to remove it immediately if you find that there is a fault. Once the adhesive has set, it makes removing it really difficult.

Bwahaha this dude got to be the worst but props to him for finally getting it done
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Hahaha makes me look like a pro
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took me countless of tries to install mine, till ive to wash n wash...
after those exp, it took me only 1 try to install on my wife's NOTE 2.

Wow, I definitely would have given up.
I guess the guy missed this bit on the Amazon product page (original emphasis):
When installing iloome ScreenMate products, please make sure the installation area is completely free of dust and lint, as removing the advesive film, or sticky side, may result in small pieces of lint adhering to the glass. In case lint and dust gets on the adhesive, you may carefully remove it by CAREFULLY using a small piece of tape.
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Wow! He f'ed it up pretty well there with a bunch of lint on the adhesive side!