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There are two types for $13.99/ea. Both screen protectors are dry installs.
You can choose between front and back protection or just front protection.
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/google/nexus-4.html
If I didn't just order from BSE, I'd be all over these. I'll probably get one eventually though.
I will get a bse. It will be here soon after the phone. I will keep the back on and replace the screen protector with sgp
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Try amazon.com and it seems to be in stock 11/13/12
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A292TDK/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Should I go with the Ultra Fine or the Ultra Crystal?
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Nice. I'm waiting for their bumper cases. If they don't come out before Dec, I'd have to buy them in China. Surprisingly, it's not cheap over there, which means I'm paying more.
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Should I go with the Ultra Fine or the Ultra Crystal?
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That's your call. I tried a Ultra Fine on my One X but because it didn't totally cover the screen I didn't like it. It was too visible, you could instantly tell I had a screen protector on it. I haven't tried UC, but I'm wary of it because I hate finger prints. I may just try UF again and hope that it fits better on the N4 than it did on the One X.
ann i will stay with non screen protector for now, i think that gg 2 will do the work for me wint no screen protector
Almost preordered one but unsure now due to the curved glass of Nexus 4. From the other screen protector thread, Spigen offers Galaxy S3 screen protectors for curved glass. Not sure if it makes a difference or if the preorder ones for Nexus 4 fit already.
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Almost preordered one but unsure now due to the curved glass of Nexus 4. From the other screen protector thread, Spigen offers Galaxy S3 screen protectors for curved glass. Not sure if it makes a difference or if the preorder ones for Nexus 4 fit already.
Sent an email to Spigen..
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Just pre-ordered the UC screen protector. Not a fan of the anti-glare stuff. I find it makes the screen not as nice afterwards and crystal keeps it awesome.
Someone email them about the back!
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Should I go with the Ultra Fine or the Ultra Crystal?
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I personally like the Ultra Fine over the Ultra Crystal. Fairs much better under direct sunlight imo
Grrrrrr.....I wish they would have included a back glass protector as well.....
As previously mentioned, we need back protection too. It would be awesome if they release their GLAS-series protectors for the Nexus 4, they're made out of glass
If it follows suit like the SGP for the One X or S3, you need to get a wet application or Curved Cystal to cover the entire screen due to the curved/rounded edges. If you look at the "Screen Protector Type" on the SGP page it does show it as covering just the viewable screen not edge-to-edge and it's noted as "screen protector type".
I use the Ultra Oleophobic on my One X's and it covers just the viewable screen area, so you don't notice it really with the screen on but do when it's off. Since it's not edge-to-edge then you run the risk of scratches outside the screen protector area.
Read the description for the "Curved Crystal" for the S3 and it notes that it is "full display coverage": http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...creen-protector-steinheil-curved-crystal.html . I use the CC on my S3 and it is excellent and really is about as close as edge-to-edge coverage as you could ask for. Almost invisible and feels almost as good as a naked screen.
I prefer the "Crystal" versions as they feel more like glass and are remarkably clear.
Not a fan of this expensive and easily scratched protectors.
Bought an ultra oleophobic one for my Sony Xperia S. Scratched in one week.
According to sgp, the ultra oleophobic one is actually hard to scratch.
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I bought some $6 screen protectors off eBay for $7.00... I'll just wait to see some reviews on which protector I should actually invest in.
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I bought some $6 screen protectors off eBay for $7.00... I'll just wait to see some reviews on which protector I should actually invest in.
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I'm more inclined to get a pouch. Without LCD protector.
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I'm more inclined to get a pouch. Without LCD protector.
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You'll still need to watch out for dust! I'm thinking about going pouch + screen protector. This phone is too attractive for a case, and I never drop my devices.
That's what I'm doing, pouch + screen protector. I'm worried not about my keyes scratching the screen, but sand. Sand is the killer for screens like the Nexus 4.
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i emailed spigen about a back protector and a curved screen protector for the nexus 4.
everyone email them about it!!!!
curved crystal + crystal back = WIN!
i'm still debating bumper or just a wet skin for the edges of the phone.
i'm hoping the bumper is VERY minimalistic.
Has anyone seen or heard of a wet application Screen protector that covers the entirety of the front screen, but also has the matte/anti-glare finish on it?
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You're gonna have a hard time finding that. I'd say go the dry application route, and pair the screen protector with a case. It'll do a good job of covering the edges.
Thanks, that's sort of what I expected to hear. I wonder what's preventing them from being made. I know I sure would love a matte feel all the way to the edge of that curved glass
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the only matte wet protector i saw was one that offers a matte back but the front is still clear
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I wonder what's preventing them from being made.
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The same thing as why we only have 2 types of bumpers available: OEM or Poetic.
Fosmon is crap
I too had been looking for a matte protector, and got one; had one on my iphone 4, but they have been really bad with the proximity sensor. I had to cut out a piece, and it looks like crap. I got the Fosmon one from amazon.
I'm pretty sure bestskinsever offers one
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Your best bet is to stick with dry app screen protectors. The top ones I can come up with are SGP or Martin Fields. They aren't cheap at all, but I've been through cheap ebay ones enough and got tired of the texture and the clarity issue.
SGP won't cover the entire screen. It will leave some corners vulnerable but I have a diztronic case with sort of "lips" over the edges to cover most if not all the exposed areas. I think Martin Field's may cover more than the SGP, but not completely.
The older "Military Grade" of Invisible shield would be closer to sort of a matte finish. They still sell it on the website ( zagg.com ) at cheaper than their newer HD version which is their glass-like version of the screen at the same thinness. The older version also has sort of a rubberish feel to the surface, but it doesn't have that glossy/glass glare like the newer HD version.
Is there a difference between the two, besides price? Also I'm new to this glass screen protector stuff, the thicker the glass the better the protection? I'm getting a Trident Aegis case and I'm not sure if the .2mm-ish would fit or if I would have to get the .15mm one.
Mine has better customer service and I really like the anti dust film they provide compared to an alcohol swab from spigen.
I have a spigen glas.tr and fell it was worth the $30. Its smooth and slick which does not effect any sensitivity. Cutouts are perfect and I would recommend to get a aluminum button. Mime got it far $2.50 or spigen got it in a 3 pack for $10
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U should also check out iloome. They r pretty good im rocking one now. For $25 u cant beat that
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Mime has amazing service. You have any problems with the product, they'll send yu a replacement for free, no questions asked.
In the future, your screen gets scratched up or broken, they'll send you a replacement with 40% off coupon.
This coming from personal experience with their customer service.
Spigen has good products, but customer service can be slow at times..again from personal experience.
In terms of the glass protector, they're similar except a few dimension and style difference. They're both great.
Hope it helps!
I had the Spigen Glas.tR on my HTC One and it was awesome. Planning on ordering Spigens new Glas.t Nano Slim for the GS4 and getting it in time for the weekend. The new Glas.t Nano Slim is .15mm compared to MIME's v2.0 at .32mm.
I like mime and their customer service
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Glas t slim is really thin and its easy to install. I really like it.
The most difficult part of the install is finding a dust-free room. This is almost true with every type/brand of screen protection.
Alignment is the key because its so thin as soon as you lay on the glass surface, it almost installs itself. Good luck.
anyone fond of invisible shield extreme?
MIME FTW!!
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Loving the spigen nano.
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Spigen nano is amazing...installation was a breeze...and the touch is simply excellent. Can't even think to get back to plastic screen protectors now.
I will say after looking at MIME's site they do offer a tempered glass screen protector + aluminum button for the GN2 which is something Spigen doesn't do, based on issues they had early on. I hope Spigen returns to offering one for the GN3 and if not MIME does.
I recently installed a Spigen nano on my S4. Amazing. I can't believe I've been using the plastic screen protectors for so long. I love the fact that I can touch my screen and still have it feel like glass. The installation was also much easier than any non-glass screen protector. I just lined it up and dropped it down and the screen protector did the rest. Perfect fit with no bubbles.
For anyone that wants to see it done see here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpsBbld0E2A
It's my video of my installation. The angle could have been better, but it gives you the basic idea.
What is the quality of the screen protector included with the Otterbox Commuter Series? I just ordered a brand new one (half off normal price on eBay), and though I already know that I love the case, I'm curious as to the quality of the screen protector that comes with it. Is there any screen clarity that is lost when it is applied correctly?
I've had the ZAGG Invisible Shield on my phone for a couple of months, and the screen quality on it was awful. It was so pixelated. I just took it off. This phone has such a gorgeous screen that if I can't have a screen protector that doesn't sacrifice the gorgeous HD display, I'd rather have none.
So I guess there's two parts here: is the included screen protector good, and if not, what is a good screen protector that works with the Commuter Series and doesn't sacrifice the screen quality?
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Haven't got one for the gs4 yet but with precious otterbox I end up taking it off.
Since it only go over the screen and not stuck to the screen, it still allowed dirt and small particles to get under it. I ended up having to take the case apart to much to clean the dirt. So I took the screen protector portion off and applied a regular screen protector.
BTW you have s link to this eBay half off deal?
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You want the best screen protector that won't sacrifice quality, you have to start looking at glass screen protectors. They are the best.
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Haven't got one for the gs4 yet but with precious otterbox I end up taking it off.
Since it only go over the screen and not stuck to the screen, it still allowed dirt and small particles to get under it. I ended up having to take the case apart to much to clean the dirt. So I took the screen protector portion off and applied a regular screen protector.
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Just search for "otterbox commuter series galaxy s4" into the eBay search bar. There's tons of cases for much cheaper than the store or website. I was able go get one for $18, half off the official website and $22 less than Best Buy.
BTW, it sounds like you're talking about the defender series.
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Just search for "otterbox commuter series galaxy s4" into the eBay search bar. There's tons of cases for much cheaper than the store or website. I was able go get one for $18, half off the official website and $22 less than Best Buy.
BTW, it sounds like you're talking about the defender series.
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Yes sorry it was the Defender series that I've gotten in the past.
Well I'm 99% sure I got suckered into buying a fake Otterbox. I guess we'll see when it gets here.
I have the commuter and the screen protector that comes with it is pretty junky. It has the rainbow effect. Color streaks that you see far too often. I bought an iloome glass protector and its great! The only thing is they have crappy home buttons, they are cheap plastic or used to be. Idk if they changed to aluminum but I got an aluminum home button for a couple bucks and its all good
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I can second that screen protector is junk. Hard to clean, rainbows really bad. I would recommend the spigen glas.tr nano if you have another 35 to burn. Best screen protector ive ever had.
Are these glass screen protectors easy to install cleanly? Do they leave any bubbles and is the screen still HD crisp? Also, do they fit well with the Commuter Series case? Sorry for all the questions.
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Are these glass screen protectors easy to install cleanly? Do they leave any bubbles and is the screen still HD crisp? Also, do they fit well with the Commuter Series case? Sorry for all the questions.
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They are super easy to install, Judy place on top of a clean screen and press... no bubbles because it is a solid piece of glass. There is a possibility for one large air bubble butt that is an easy fix, just lift up and slowly apply again by setting it back on top and press from the middle out.
It should fit that case but if the glass doesn't go to the edge perfectly or if the glass is too think, then it may not stay on right. Good luck!
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I don't understand how the Zagg screen protectors detract from the screen quality... Yeah, if there are fingerprints on it maybe, but on a clean install I can't even tell there's a screen protector on it. To the original question though, the OB screen protector is terrible. I use the Otterbox defender, but the 1st thing I did was pop the crappy plastic screen protector off of it and put the Zagg protector on the phone. It's not like the Otterbox's screen protector is there to do anything more than prevent scratches to the screen.
I'm not sure it is clearly understood that there is a difference between the Commuter and Defender screen protectors. The Defender's is built in, while the Commuter's is a separate protector that is applied. I want to know the quality of that one.
As for the ZAGG, I've concluded that it's because of the Best Buy install. On lighter colors, the screen looked so ridiculously pixelated. It's an insult to the gorgeous screen that the S4 has.
At this point, I'll probably get a glass protector at some point, unless I love the protector I get with the case.
The iloome glass I have fits great with the commuter case. And its easy to put on. Just have to make sure the screen is clean. The glass stays straight so it very easy to align
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Dont get the defender, the in built screen protector is worse than the separate one that comes with the commuter. It doesn't sit completely flat against the screen and will result in even worse rainbow effects and little pockets of separation that look terrible. Overall as good as the commuter case is i don't think that you would really gain much protection. That said the outside of the defender does feel really nice with the silicon.
As for glass screen protectors mine has been great and was really easy to install. Only thing is once its on, its on for good or at least until you change to a new one.
I think I'm gonna go for the iloome. It's on sale for $25 with free shipping on their website. I've spent a lot of money on protection for this phone, but it's still less than the insurance deductible on a new one.
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Well I'm 99% sure I got suckered into buying a fake Otterbox. I guess we'll see when it gets here.
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I was worried about the same thing, but mine turned out to be authentic (I think). Look for:
Quality of silicone lining - Otterbox uses fairly stiff, yet flexible, silicone in their cases. The fakes usually use flimsy stuff that flops around and offers no protection.
Packaging - website listed on back, otterbox hologram sticker, sku sticker, etc. If the cardboard insert is printed to show a dummy screen, it's probably a fake. All of the otterbox inserts I've seen have been plain black.
A lot of people emphasize where it is made. I'm not too sure about that. I'd rather go by quality issues and obvious errors in design or packaging.
Look on youtube under "fake otterbox" and you'll see plenty of samples.
Good luck!
I must have got a good one, the screen protector that came with my otterbox commuter is just fine. No rainbow effect or anything
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I have a commuter for my evo lte, and the quality is decent, but I can tell that it's on there if that makes sense.
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I think I'm gonna go for the iloome. It's on sale for $25 with free shipping on their website. I've spent a lot of money on protection for this phone, but it's still less than the insurance deductible on a new one.
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Its great glass but the home button is crap Imo. I got the mime aluminum home button $2.50 and free shipping if you use the code on top of the website. http://mimeusa.com/product/aluminum-home-button-for-galaxy-s4/
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Just an update: I got my case in an awesome green yesterday. Pretty sure it's real, and it's wonderful. The screen protector is horrible, but I knew that going in. I'll probably get around to buying an iLoome screen protector one of these days. For what I paid, I'm pretty happy.
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Since the case thread was doing well, I thought I would start one about screen protectors.
Right now, I am using the iCarez tempered glass screen protector. I really like this thing. I was using just a cheap generic I picked up at the mall, but this is so much nicer.
this: http://www.spigen.com/brands/lg/g3/lg-g3-screen-protector-steinheil.html
came free with my $10 spigen ultra fit case, works great
Long time no see mrhaley30705 lol I love I carez. Very very good quality
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I have the bodygaurdz one from att. It does effect the screen sensitivity
Yeah I'm running the iCarez as well and it's perfect with no problems here.
Currently using the "Tech Armor LG G3 Premium Ballistic Glass Screen Protector" I found on amazon for around 10 bucks. Extremely easy installation and quite the sweet protector. It doesn't affect the sensitivity and you don't even realize it is there.
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I-blason glass user here and loving it. No screen quality issues or touch issues either. Loving it
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mrhaley30705 said:
Since the case thread was doing well, I thought I would start one about screen protectors.
Right now, I am using the iCarez tempered glass screen protector. I really like this thing. I was using just a cheap generic I picked up at the mall, but this is so much nicer.
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I have never used a screen protector on any phone with no problems. Just keep it clean with a soft cloth. this phone has an amazing screen. My kids use glass protectors on their phones and my wife has crap (dirt) all over her screen as a protector. I don't know how she uses it like that.
Spigen Glas.tR Nano Slim
Skinomi
Always been a Skinomi fan so using the Skinomi TechSkin™ LG G3 Screen Protector. First time in as many phones that I didn't get hair stuck underneath! Score, haha:victory:
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Spigen Glas.tR Nano Slim
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This one... Me too as well. No complaints at all
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Long time no see mrhaley30705 lol I love I carez. Very very good quality
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Did you get the thinner tempered glass screen protector that is .22mm or is it the normal .33mm?
Normal works with all my cases and goodies
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I think I got the .3mm glass. It fits my Otterbox great, once I punched out the built in one
Hate the built in one lol
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What's cool is the tempered glass in the otterbox looks line it was made that way.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00L619698/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?ref_=pe_385040_30332200_TE_item
iCarez 0.2 mm tempered glass. Super easy to put on and the surface actually feels better than the naked screen.
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I'm using the .3mm iCarez and I'm very impressed. I've never used a glass protector before but I love this one.
I recently received the Bepak Nano anti-blast and I love it so far. Great responsiveness and looks clean. Covers the front camera, exposes sensors and speakers.
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Zagg. Won't use anything else.